Friday, May 21, 2021
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
6:00 pm: FELLOWSHIP & SOCIAL TIME
Bring your beverage of choice and join fellow Rotarians as we socialize together. Some novel activities are planned but the purpose is simply to “gather together” and enjoy the virtual company of fellow Rotarians. Meet old friends, and make new ones along the way. Fellowship, partnership and FUN are core values of Rotary.
6:30 pm: ROUND-UP TIME: OPENING CEREMONY
We officially open the Conference weekend, starting with the Opening remarks, Words of Wisdom, and a Toast. We’ll also call the numbers for R-O-T-A-R-Y Bingo, and introduce the items in the live auction which will start around 8:30 pm.
7:00 pm: WESTERN ADVENTURE: CAPTURE THE OUTLAWS
Each Registrant will be assigned to a team. Each team will be a western ‘Posse’ that must catch the notorious ‘Cavendish Gang’ as they attempt to rob the ‘Dry Gulch National Bank and Delicatessen’. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.
7:45 pm: WESTERN HAT CONTEST
For our Hat Challenge Contest, wear your favorite hat for a chance to win a prize! Western, Mexican, or any decorated hat would do!
8:00 pm: CLUB AWARDS & INDIVIDUAL RECOGNITIONS
Achievements of the Year Awards, recognition of Clubs and Rotarians:
- RI Significant Service Award
- TRF District Service Award
- Avenues of Service Award
- Club of the year awards (Bronze, Silver and Gold);
- Rotarian of the Year
- AG of the year
- Edward C. Hall Foundation Achievement Award
- Unsung Hero
- Membership Growth Awards - top 3 clubs with net growth of membership since 1/1/21
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Club Citation – the inaugural award in this category
MilestoneClub anniversaries will be celebrated
Share the excitement of receiving the awards! Celebrate the magnitude of the District’s accomplishments while overcoming enormous obstacles during this difficult pandemic year.
8:30 pm: LIVE AUCTION
Featured Items:
Foliage Weekend in New Hampshire at a Country Inn – a room with a view of the mountains!!!
October 1 -3, 2021, at the Stonehurst Manor in North Conway!!! Breakfast and Dinner for 2 persons is included for both days!!! The room has a king-size bed, flat screen TV, a whirlpool tub, and it looks out at the Moat Mountain Range.
For more information and photos of this charming and romantic venue, visit the hotel website at
www.stonehurstmanor.com.
Other featured items include:
New Hampshire Winter Adventure –Winter 2022 (dates determined by local weather conditions – holidays excluded). For a Rotarian and up to 3 guests. 2 nights and 3 days. All guests must accompany the Rotarian. Hearty home-cooked meals and typical comforts provided.
Autographed Rotary Theme Scarf 2020-2021: "Rotary Opens Opportunities", signed by Rotary International President Holgar Knaack
AutographedRotary Theme Tie 2020-2021: "Rotary Opens Opportunities", signed by Rotary International President Holgar Knaack
Saturday, May 22, 2021
12:30 to 2:30 pm
12:30 pm: DAY 2: OPENING CEREMONY
Today’s session will begin with Opening remarks, Words of Wisdom, and a Toast. We’ll also call the numbers for R-O-T-A-R-Y Bingo. At 2 pm, we will announce the winners of the Silent Auction
1:00 pm: CLUB PROJECTS and NEW COMMITTEES
Unique projects and accomplishments. See and hear some of the most innovative and effective projects of this past year, AND hear what is planned and has already begun for future activity at the District level. Attend this session, and join the future!!
New membership and Club models. Rotary’s rapid adoption of technology and modern team methods will make us more connected and effective than ever before. And, in our tradition, we’re tackling the big issues of the day, including diversity & equity, and climate change. There’s never been a more exciting time to be a Rotarian! Don't miss this presentation!!!
1:20 pm: KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Stephano McGhee, Director, Toastmasters General
Your Conference Committee is excited to announce that Toastmasters Director Stefano McGhee will be our keynote speaker. Without any hesitation, we guarantee that you will enjoy his presentation.
Stefano attained the DTM, Distinguished Toastmasters Designation -- the highest level of educational achievement in the organization.
1:50 pm: RECOGNITION OF PAUL HARRIS FELLOWS & MAJOR DONORS
District Governor Diana will acknowledge those who support our Foundation,our Paul Harris Fellows and Major Donors. You still have time to donate to The Rotary Foundation and be recognized.
Meet the recipient of the 2020-2021 Morley Endowed Global Grant scholarship for studies and research at the graduate level abroad.
2:00 pm: SILENT AUCTION WINNERS ANNOUNCED– Bidding opens on May 14
2:10 pm: LAUGHTER SESSION – Dr. Sushil Bhatia
We are fortunate to have as our guest Dr. Sushil Bhatia, President of Laughter Club of America. This is another guaranteed enjoyable Conference feature.
Art of laughter is laughter without joke
While we use jokes to stimulate laughter, the‘art of laughter’ is being creative and changing how we look at the dishes that life throws at us, and finding the funny side of those situations.
Through this method we learn that 10 seconds of laughter is as effective as 3 minutes on a rowing machine. This technique provides internal massage, reduces pain by releasing happy hormones, endorphins which provide temporary pain relief and overcome negative emotions related to illness.
Art of Laughter guides us to “THINK NEUTRAL and focus on MOM* helping to improve our immune system, help with chronic breathing problems and reduce stress resulting in happiness, relaxation, improved memory and being more alert.
*MOM= Managing Of Mind.
Dr. Bhatia is an innovator/Entrepreneur and a professor and Executive in Residence Emeritus at Suffolk University, Boston. He teaches Innovation, new product development and Happiness courses. Sushil has innovated many everyday use products and has several patents to his name.
2:20 pm: CLOSING CEREMONY
We know you’ll enjoy this! Our usual conference closing of Auld Land Syne, preceded by a few surprises!!
DISTRICT CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
FRIDAY MAY 21 & SATURDAY MAY 22
THANK YOU MIDDLESEX SAVINGS BANK FOR YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT
OF OUR DISTRICT CONFERENCE
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DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SILENT AUCTION
BID OFTEN AND BID HIGH
WINNING BIDDER GETS PAUL HARRIS POINTS
ALL FUNDS GO TO THE ROTARY FOUNDATION
BIDDING OPENS ON 5/14/21 & CLOSES AT 1:00PM ON 5/22/21
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