District 1140 Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) Weekend 2015 - 03/04/2015 - 06/04/2015

A guest post from our Social Officer, Helen, on this year's District 1140 Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) Weekend.

The Epsom Rotaract New Members Evening 25/02/2012



Epsom Rotaract staged a new members evening at the Assembly Rooms in Epsom. Members both past and present attended to give an insight to prospective members about what the club does and its benefits.

The Penny Black Quiz 03/11/2011

This edition of the Penny Black Quiz marked Andy's last club social before moving to Brighton. Our team name was the Mo Bros Feat Rebecca. Rebecca, Chris, John and Andy began the quiz & Rob & Wendy joined later. Even though we came 8th (out of 9 teams) the quiz was still a 'chance.' A chance for Mo Bros to compare taches; a chance for Andy to show off trainers bought with his winnings (he also donated some of it to Comic Relief) & a chance to say goodbye to Andy- a great club member. Good luck in Brighton!

Eurovision Party at Ellie's House 14/05/2011

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New club member Ellie Coady is a Eurovision fan. This was out in the open after she confided with a number of club members. This led to the Eurovision party at her flat. Each person invited took a country out of a hat at a club meeting. They then had to bring food/drink to the party associated with that country.

Epsom Rotaract 'St Patricks Day themed' Race Night

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Epsom Rotaract returned to the Kingswood Village Club for another charity Race Night. It was held two days after St Patrick's day, so Irish flags and lots of green were on display. Treasurer Mark and friend of the club Richard greeted punters outside the car park, in their own inimitable style. Mark wore a leprechaun outfit. Richard meanwhile, wore a delightful green shirt, Guinness hat and inflatable horse ensemble.

St Patrick's Day Quiz at the Penny Black pub

 

Epsom Rotaractors graced the Penny Black pub in Leatherhead for a special St Patrick's day quiz. Rotaractors used this is event to try out their St Patrick's themed gear prior to the Race Night. Guinness Hats, suitably green attire and even tartan were worn on the night.

Drinks Snacks and Games night at Helena's

Rotaract club member Helena welcomed club members to her humble abode for drinks, snacks and games!
It was a fun and chilled out evening (apart from when Helena's boyfriend was yelling at the rugby on the TV!)

 

Epsom Rotary Christmas Collections 28/11/2010.

The annual Epsom Rotary Christmas collections for 2010 began at the Wells Estate in Epsom. As is customary, Tilly the train, Epsom Rotarians, Santa (aka Rotarian John Goddard) and Christmas hat wearing Rotaractors were all present. As usual, they collected for Rotary many associated charities. A big thank you to everyone who participated!

Maintenance work at the Stephen Woods Centre Day One 20/11/2010

Volunteers consisting of  Epsom Rotaract, Epsom Rotary, Ewell Rotary and friends of the clubs (aka the Epsom Community Projects Group)converged in Epsom in late November. The Stephen Woods Centre was in need of a new look and the team began stage one of the makeover.

Halloween Party at Amy's Flat 30/10/2010

Muhahaha! Epsom Rotaractors and friends marked Halloween 2010 at Amy's flat. The doors opened with a menacing creek at 7pm. Henceforth, there were many ghoulish games to be played. This included: a Halloween quiz (boys vs girls - with Mark as an honorary girl), horror movie charades, wink murder and erm, Twister. There were also wicked snacks, along with a scary amount of alcohol to be had.

 

 

The Camberley Rotaract Barn Dance 16/10/2010

 

Swing your partners, Dosey Do! Camberley Rotaract hosted it's annual barn dance at Connaught School in Tongham. Rotaractors from the 3 district 1140 clubs, Rotarians, friends, family and members of Surrey Young Ramblers all attended. What followed was several hours of willow-stripping, hand starring, basket lifting, fun and shenanigans.

Woking Rotaract Pirate Party 18/09/2010

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Arrr!! Shiver me timbers!! Swash my buckle! It's the Woking Rotaract Pirate Party! Chobham Rugby Club played host to a fun filled evening of pirate-related activities. This included: a walk the plank, a guess the buried treasure game, a pop up pirate, fancy dress, and a disco (okay that wasn't VERY piratey per se).

Members of district 1140 and 1090 came out in force for the event. The result was £220.52 being raised to go towards the Disability Challengers in Guildford. Well done Jim lad!! Arrr!!

TV Presentation to The Firefighters Charity at Littlehampton 11/09/2010

Recently, members of the Epsom Rotaract Club took part in a day trip to Littlehampton. Using the money raised from President Mark Cunnell's 09/10 year (£1,300), a charity donation of 5 26" LCD TVs was made to the Fire Fighters Charity in Littlehampton.

Conservation Project at Riding for the Disabled Assocation (RDA) Saturday, 22/08/2010

Recently, Rotaractors, Rotarians and friends, converged at the RDA for their latest project. After their sterling efforts clearing the area around the St Ebbas garden earlier this year, the nearby RDA was next in their sights. So naturally, they sprang into action. If you have a problem, if no one else can help, and if you can find them, maybe you can hire the Epsom Community Projects Group!

Volunteering at Runways End Scout Camp, Alderhot 31/07/2010

On Saturday 31 July 2010, Camberley Rotaract and several Epsom Rotaractors were invited back to the Scout Camp at Runways End for some volunteering work. The area is shortly awaiting major renovation and there were several tasks required to be carried out by the District 1140 Rotaractors.

 

The Rotaract District 1140 Ball - The Oscars hosted by Woking Rotaract 08/05/2010

The Woking Holiday Inn was the site for the first District 1140 ball of the new decade. The theme this year for the ball, was 'the Oscars.' A drinks reception, followed by a three course meal, began proceedings. We were then treated to a presentation from a representative of the Rainbow Trust (http://www.rainbowtrust.org.uk/), the chosen charity for the evening.

The St Ebbas Garden Project: Day 3. 27/03/2010

Members of the Epsom Rotaract Club assisted Epsom Rotary in their latest community project. The aim of the project is to clear the garden and turn it into a sensory garden for the mentally handicapped children at the facility. Rotaractors, Rotarians and friends spent a couple of hours at St Ebbas Hospital's garden. They were clearing parts of it that had become overgrown. Footpaths were cleared and a fresh coat of paint was added to areas of the garden. No nook or cranny was left unturned, as they approached the conclusion of the project. A good job was done by all involved.

Epsom Rotary Valentines Ball at the Queens Stand Epsom 13/02/2010

Epsom Rotaract had twelve people attend the Epsom Rotary Valentines Ball on Saturday 13th February. It featured a three course meal, a raffle, a band, dancing and a performance from the Freewheelers Theatre Company. £3000+ was raised for Children's Trust & Freewheelers Theatre Company! Well done everyone!