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Halifax Harbour Express No. 71 | Friday, March 1, 2024
 
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Club Updates and News
Denise Daley - Parker Street Food Bank
We're excited that Denise Daley of the Parker Street Food Bank came to talk to our club! You can see her talk here: https://youtu.be/oOirrNS7eNI?si=kPHXfxOoyM9ax0AF&t=2165
 
Welcome Three New Members
Please join all members in welcoming three new members to our club: Denise Daley, Mary O’Donnell, and Peter Woosley. They were inducted on March 1, 2024, at our Friday morning meeting by president Godfred Chongatera.
Fundraising Update
Rotary Halifax Harbour Champions Literacy with Innovative Early Home Reading Program

In an update to the Club, member Adrienne shared inspiring updates on the transformative work being done at Joe Howe School through the Partners Assisting Local Schools (PALS) initiative. The Club's dedication to the school has been unwavering, with significant investments of time and resources in various programs, including an impactful food program.

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Host Family HELP
The Club needs a host family to host our inbound exchange student for ONLY two months. Hosting our exchange student for May and June would be an excellent way to see what it's like. Alice will be away for a few weekends at that time, too. If you have any interest, please reach out to Alex Russell.
Empowerment Through Laughter: Henk van Leeuwen Previews LaughAbility
In the heart of our community, Henk van Leeuwen stands out for his commendable work as the Executive Director of DASC in Dartmouth and a member of our Club's Board. He also rocks an impressive mustache—a symbol of his distinguished character.
 
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Unlock Your Tax Treasure: The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Rotary Receipts

Ah, tax season: that magical time of year when the thrill of sorting through piles of paperwork could rival the excitement of finding a forgotten $20 in your pocket! For those who get a buzz from balancing the books, it's a joyous time of year. And for those among us who contributed to the Rotary Foundation in 2023, here's a perk: those donations are as tax-deductible as a business lunch with a client who orders the lobster!

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Upcoming Events
Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Month
Mar. 01, 2024
 
Friday Rotary Breakfast (Hybrid)
Westin Nova Scotian
Mar. 01, 2024
7:15 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
 
Charitable Trust Board Meeting
Mar. 05, 2024
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
 
Friday Rotary Breakfast (Hybrid)
Westin Nova Scotian
Mar. 08, 2024
7:15 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
 
World Rotaract Week
Mar. 11, 2024 – Mar. 17, 2024
 
Club Assembly and Social
Halifax Central Library (BMO Room)
Mar. 13, 2024
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
 
**No Meeting**
Westin Nova Scotian
Mar. 15, 2024
7:15 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
 
Adventures in Citizenship Application Deadline
Mar. 15, 2024
5:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
 
Paint Party
Westin Nova Scotian
Mar. 16, 2024
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
 
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Speakers
Mar 01, 2024
Parker Street Food & Furniture Bank
Mar 15, 2024
Mar 22, 2024
Let’s change the trajectory of Halifax and Nova Scotia, Light Rail Public Transit
Mar 29, 2024
Update on the great work being done by the club
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