Fundraising and Social
The pages listed to the left contain details of some of our plans for events and those in the recent past. Other pages with similar information are:
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LIFE AS A ROTARIAN.............. is not all about raising money for charitable causes, helping the community, listening to talks on related topics and committee work. Whilst a surprising amount of enjoyment can be obtained by being engaged in these activities, the mix also includes opportunities for socialising and networking where having a good time is the principal motivator. This page of the website records items which may not otherwise be seen.
INNER WHEEL FRUGAL LUNCH 9th January 2012
Each year on or about the 10th January the Inner Wheel Club join other clubs worldwide to host a simple lunch and raise money for charitable causes.
This year it was held at the home of Philip & Joyce Platts to whom all who attended are most grateful.
NEW YEAR'S MESSAGE
6th January 2011
This is the night Wakefield Rotarians gather with their partners for a special evening with a speaker of note after the Christmas and New Year break. These photographs show a few as they pause for the camera.
The speaker this year was journalist and author Rose George who campaigns for improved sanitation in the underdeveloped nations of the world.
The catering team at New Brookhouse Club provided an excellent three course meal. A good start to the year ahead.
INNER WHEEL CLUB CHRISTMAS MISCELLANY 4th DECEMBER 2011
The ladies' club associated with Rotary is the Inner Wheel. Every December they organise a Sunday lunchtime gathering to raise funds for their charitable fund.
This year it was at the home of club president Maureen Grace and as usual it was very well attended. The mulled wine is always welcome and much enjoyed.
PRESIDENT'S EVENING 6th MAY 2011
ROCKIN' ROTARIAN: Wakefield president, farmer Philip Platts, swapped his plough for a share of Terry Webster's guitar at The Bluebell Inn, Dodworth, in May.
Terry, a former member of pop group The Rockin' Berries, gave a sparkling solo performance at Philip's president's night. He lives in Wakefield and is a brilliant musician and impressionist - and Philip (who hasn't had as much hair in decades) couldn't resist joining in.
LAMBING TIME FARM VISIT 12th March 2011
President Philip Platts kindly invited Rotarians and their families and friends to visit his farm to see newly born lambs and cattle and learn about what is happening on the farm at this time of year. His invitation received an enthusiastic response.
%20and%20William%20Smith%20(right)%20with%20family%20and%20friends.jpg "Rotarians Dennis Edwards (centre) and William Smith (right) with family and friends")
BURNS SUPPER 27th JANUARY 2011
