Welcome to the Rotary Club of Jedburgh Membership Page 

This is  our opportunity to tell you about ourselves and what our club membership intends to achieve during the year 2007/2008. 

Our main objective is to increase our membership numbers.

 Currently we have 34 members whose attendance is exemplary.

The club meets each Wednesday at 6.0pm at the Pheasant-Jedburgh. 

We are delighted that early into  year 2008 two new members have been inducted to Rotary, Although this appears to increase our numbers x 2, sadly we have lost two members through bereavement. Therefore the balance is sustained. 

It is with much pride that the club continues to live up to it’s motto: 

STRENUE  ET  PROSPER     With Vigour and Success 

It is evident that these words have been the hall mark of the foundations of the club since it’s inception in 1975, and a tribute to our Founder members. Our Presidents, past and present and to the many loyal and dedicated members who have established Rotary in the Town of Jedburgh and continue to do so with much pride. 

The theme for years 2007/2008 is Rotary Shares, which captivates the imagination as to how  this theme should be implemented. Sharing is such a symbolic gesture we  all  understand, and actively engage frequently.  

But for ROTARY the act of sharing has a much more  pertinent statement to make,  to share  the synergy of an organisation having world wide significance,  exceed any gesture of  just helping.  

Rotary exemplifies affection, generosity and the pleasure of helping others, less fortunate, particularly humanitarian disasters, at worse the tsunami. Financial assistance is always an ongoing quest, necessary and  vital, but equally members of the club showed a hands on’ willingness to give their time and efforts  to take 27 residents of the town on a day trip to Eyemouth. The skills of our fisherman and golfers have brought forth awards and trophies. 

Rotary clubs see worthy causes which deserve support and encouragement. We can make a difference to help enhance the lives of those  less  fortunate or those who just need a helping hand. 

It is against such fundamental principles, that ‘rotary shares’ makes a poignant statement, service above self, is sufficient in concept but the act of sharing becomes impulsive, intense and so profound. 

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Take a second to study the rotary shares symbol. 

The adaptation of such an symbolic footprint is an eye-catching design; which is in stark contrast to the traditional rotary wheel emblems, we are so used to acknowledging, in recognition of Rotary. 

The Rotary shares design shows three animated ‘figurines’ arms outstretched reaching out to each other in a gentle motion of almost touching, yet displaying sensitivity, poise and serenity.  Their togetherness embraces all that rotary stands for, simplistic and poignant emphasising the importance of sharing. 

The theme for years 2007/2008 rotary shares, indicates that rotary is prepared to change it’s image by coming to terms with innovative methodology and showing regard for ’the traditional’ by respecting the importance of sharing rotary’s membership everywhere possible.  

The introduction of this concept has a vivid visual impact, the tri- colours of blue orange and green, compliment the confraternity of the new with the old in a subtle blend of activity and movement, generating vitality and vigour and expresses precisely:

 ‘service above self’  

The theme is all the more imaginative for it’s boldness, embracing, linking and strengthening the values of rotary, prevailing the theme of togetherness, giving hope for the future.  Membership is the future; our survival depends upon introducing new members. 

Here is a thought to help us through.  

‘Rotarians’ are a varied lot. We come from dozens of countries, hundreds of languages and adhere to a wide spectrum of religion, politics and beliefs.  If one common thread exits among our 1.2 million members, it is our willingness’ dedication, time, talent, our expertise and fund raising abilities to succeed in raising money towards the improvement of humanitarian and social issues. 

We share enthusiasm and commitment to those in need and make the world recognise in us an unparallel passion for service that has made rotary the world’s premier organisation.  It is  fundamental that our spirit of generosity prevails in the coming year.

Rotary will continue to share as it continues to grow. 

This year the membership committee of Jedburgh is tasked to encourage all members to bring along a new member.  In support of this venture it is intended that our projects will reflect personal objectives and our determination of ensuring that rotary has a place in our communities. 

 Jedburgh Rotary Club presents; 

Rotary Shares 

We have selected week commencing the 18^th March 2008 as our Rotary Week.  

This means that our club will go public and initiate a launch of membership awareness to the town of Jedburgh.  

Ladies Evening scheduled for the Wed 30^th January 2008.  

As the precursor to  the launch it is intended to begin the proceedings with the sale of raffle tickets at the CO-OP Supermarket on Friday 29^th February and Saturday 1 March 2008.  

The club coffee morning to be held in the British Legion Club will take place 10.0am - 12.30pm  Saturday 15^th March 2008. 

Because we have fortunate in gaining two new members, their induction(s) will take place on  Convenient club  meetings. 

Incidentally, the induction ceremony this year has been revamped, the welcome remarks by the President have been updated in line with rotary’s protocols.  And each new member will be given a Rotary’s membership information pack with  topical literature.  

This initiative was one of our objectives,  and   (achieved.) 

Some other achievements now met. 

All members to be issued with business cards as points of contact for prospective new members whom they may wish to sponsor. 

Shop window displays: 

In order to raise awareness the membership committee have the assurance of a local shop proprietor who has kindly offered the use of his premises in Jedburgh so that rotary can launch the campaign. This will entail shop front window displays showing pictorial and memorabilia presentations about rotary and the open invitation for members of the public to view our achieves and articles of interest. 

Local media such as the Southern Reported newspaper and the Jed Extra newspaper supplement, Border Radio events announcements And any other appropriate means of  local advertising.

It is intended that a selection of local shops in the town will be asked to display a small signs, which says,

WE SUPPORT THE ROTARY CLUB OF JEDBURGH. (achieved)

Internet -    Easy sold;

To date the Club has raised      ONE THOUSAND POUNDS

This has been a tremendous effort by club members and it is hoped that this venture will continue to prove worthwhile in raising funds.

Jedburgh Woollen Mill:

A Fashion Evening is planned at the Jedburgh Woollen Mill.

The event will be held on Friday 16^th May 2008. 7.0pm- 9.0pm. 

Tickets will be on sale at £4.00 which includes entry, free raffle, tea/coffee and refreshments.  The store will display their summer fashion clothing and any items purchased on the night will attract a discount of 10%. 

Bugsee Light Box;  A JEDBURGH ROTARY CLUB INVESTMENT 

It is explained that this initiative, has a serious side to it,  the light box, is a means of showing the extent of any germs that children in particular might have on their hands, even after washing, By using special antiseptic gel, applied to the hands, the ultra violet light will illuminate any evidence of  bacteria. The Children of tender years are most susceptible to the germ e-coli, a serious life threatening disease, because by habit they often put their hands in their mouth. 

The purchase of this light box has proved invaluable in teaching youngsters how to wash their hands properly. Already the box has been used in Primary Schools around Jedburgh, such as Howden Burn, Park side, Little Treasures Nursery, Toddlers Groups, Youth Clubs, also at Kelso, Morebattle and at a number of lectures on matters of health concern. The number of children who have received training is around 1,000 and rising. This is such a worthwhile scheme. 

If you would like to use the Bugsee Box, please contact Mrs Elspeth Currie 01835 - 869924 who will gladly advise. 

Wishing Well Project: Inspired by Doctor Eddie Muir. 

The Wishing Project began in 2006/2007 when it was decided to have a wishing well built at the  Edinburgh Woollen Mill - Jedburgh. Subject to planning consent by the local planning SBC department, (plans have been submitted) EWM have  approved the building of a stone based  design having the recognised shape of a wishing well. The materials will be locally sourced and professionally built to health and safety specifications. 

The dry well will be sited close to the entrance to the woollen mill  to attract the attention of visitors, coach parties, on tour,  in the hope that this attraction will encourage visitors to drop a coin in the well. 

The well will be placed in a prominent position so as to make an impact. Hopefully this project will transpire in the coming months.  

MEMBERSHIP: 

The Membership Committee continues to hold meetings as necessary and the gratitude and experience of the committees members is much valued.

Brian Currie  Convenor 

George R Miller         (Past President) 

Gordon Stuart                        (Club Treasurer) 

Ian Whillans               (Past President)  

Alastair Burrell          (Past President) 

Angus Davidson          (Past President) 

This edition was last updated on 25^th January 2008

Last modified: 03/09/08