This is a friendly reminder about our upcoming meeting on Monday, December 8th, 2025, at The Grove located at the Western Fairgrounds.
Time: The fellowship room and buffet will open at 11:30 AM. Please plan to arrive no later than 11:45 AM to serve yourself and find a table. Our meeting will start promptly at noon and conclude by 1:00 PM.
Guest Speaker: Kim Shippey - Homes for Heroes
Cost: $25.00 per person (self-serve lunch buffet). To ensure accurate numbers for the venue, we kindly ask that you register no later than 12:00 PM on Friday, December 5th. Please e-transfer your payment to The Rotary Club of London at sronson55@gmail.com. Include the names of all attendees in the e-transfer memo so that Sandy Ronson can track payments.
Kim Shippey brings over 20 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with expertise in capital campaign management, major giving, organizational strategy, and branding and communications. With a personal connection to the military through her family, Kim is committed to advocating for the challenges faced by Veterans. Her passion drives her to deliver impactful solutions that meet their needs. In addition, Kim has successfully led several multimillion dollar fundraising initiatives and capital campaigns. Before joining Homes for Heroes, she held key roles in social service agencies, post-secondary institutions, arts organizations, and independent schools. A firm believer in the power of collaboration and relationship-building, Kim works to cultivate meaningful connections with donors and stakeholders, ensuring every contribution has a lasting impact including; empowering Homes for Heroes to advance its important mission. Kim holds a Master of Music degree from Western University and the Royal College of Music, U.K., and proudly serves as a board member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Golden Horseshoe Chapter and is the Chair of the Government Relations Committee.
--NEW MEMBER APPLICATIONS RECEIVED--
As required by the By-Laws of the Club (Article 11, Section 4) the Board has received membership applications from Mo Bardaweel and Paul Howarth to join the Rotary Club of London. The Board has approved their applications and notice to members is hereby made via the Club's bulletin. Member objections to either prospective new member must be made in writing, stating reason, to the Club's secretary within 7 days of eCOG-bulletin publication.
--MEMBER INVOICES FOR DUES HAVE BEEN ISSUED, PLEASE e-TRANSFER TO SANDY IF NOT YET COMPLETED, THANKS--
--SANTA'S HELPERS ARE HARD AT WORK--
Rick Coates kicked off the staffing, but forgot to play the old age card and was places in the very cold lobby.
Malcolm Cocks knows the routine to get the kettle shifted into the warm store, "I'm old!!"
A much wiser Steve Knox enlisted a friendly elf to keep him warm.
--CLUB MEMEBERS ASSIST LOADING CONTAINER TO DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA--
right-John Kekeh, Keith Morrow, bothers Sami & Mo Bardaweel, Steve Knox and Bruce McGauley. 
Bruce McGauley places the last box in container #103 after receive instructions on its location from Steve Knox
#103 is fully packed and ready for the doors to be closed!!!
--Tips from the District 6330 Environment Committee--
Yes, it’s that time of year again—a season of joy, light, and laughter. But it’s also, let’s be honest, a time of peak consumption. Is there a way to celebrate while still protecting the planet? Absolutely. Here are a few ideas to help make your holidays more eco-friendly: Choose a real tree rather than an artificial one. Artificial trees are typically made of plastic—often PVC, a toxic and non-recyclable material. (If you use the same artificial tree for more than 20 years, however, it may become the greener option.) Best of all, consider a living potted tree you can reuse. Reduce your energy consumption with LED lights—both indoors and outdoors. They use up to 95% less electricity than incandescent lights. Use a timer to ensure your lights turn off when you go to bed. Choose local, organic, seasonal food with minimal packaging. Plan plant-based meals and explore new recipes. If you’re serving meat, buy less and focus on local, ethically produced options. Minimize food waste. Avoid overloading the table with more food than guests can reasonably enjoy. Get creative with leftovers. Avoid disposables. Use stainless steel or glass containers to store leftovers. Reuse your decorations. Store them carefully so they can be used year after year. Use beeswax or soy candles. Traditional paraffin candles are made from petroleum, coal, or oil shale and can release toxic compounds. Turn down the heat before guests arrive. Their collective body heat will naturally warm the room.
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