Three New Members

Carnforth Rotary recently had the great pleasure to welcome three new members.

Ivor Davies, David Parker and Roger Cowling who were presented with badges, certificates and welcome packs.

Ivor Davies with President John Blowes.

David Parker (centre) with Rotarian Geoff Parker (left) and President John Blowes.

Roger Cowling (centre) with Rotarian Kath Bromilow MBE and President John Blowes.

Giving More Funds to Communities

Rotary Club of Carnforth President John Blowes, is seen handing over a cheque for £587 to Becky Townson in recognition of Carnforth’s Beaver, Cub and Scout leaders' help, to bring Santa and his Sleigh to local villages last Christmas.

This was on a night when parents were able to see the numerous activates being enjoyed, and learn about progress on the construction of the new Scout Hut and associated fund raising, to provide a high standard of facilities.

Carnforth Pennant goes to Arusha, Tanzania

Yesterday evening, Caroline Blowes, daughter of President John, gave a lively and interesting presentation on her life as a midwife in Arusha.
What a contrast to life in the UK. The ladies may have to share a bed, there are three beds to the 'delivery suite'  with only curtains for privacy. One midwife can often be looking after 10 patients at a time, there are no painkillers and the babies are recognised by the cloth they are wrapped in, to name just a few. However, they are now the proud owners of several new, wipe clean, mattress covers which were bought with money donated by Carnforth Rotary.

President John giving Associate Member, Caroline, a Carnforth Rotary Pennant to take to the Rotary Club in Arusha

Giving Back to the Local Communities

President John Blowes (centre) presenting cheques from Santa's Sleigh Collections to Sgt Phil Spencer (of the Police Cadets) for help received from them, and to Anne Oliver from Age UK Lancaster to pay for the Christmas tree in Warton Christmas Tree Festival. 

We Wish You a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Carnforth Rotary would like to say a massive THANK YOU to everyone at TESCO for allowing us to collect the presents for HomeStart and funds for our International Projects, and to all the customers who were extremely generous with their donations. We are truly amazed by the generosity and kindness of everyone. Thank you to Natwest Bank for delivery of a further 60 presents.

We would also like to thank Norjac, Speights, The Station Hotel, The Greyhound, all helpers and everyone who donated on Sleigh nights.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year.

Party Time

What a jolly time was had by all at the Christmas Party, organised by Carnforth Rotary, on Monday 5th December, in the Civic Hall Carnforth.

John Barnett, the High Sheriff of Lancaster, his lovely wife Danielle and Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner, Clive Grunshaw, attended along with approximately 60 lively pensioners from Carnforth and the surrounding area.

Entertainment was provided by pupils (and teachers) from Carnforth North Road and Christ Church Primary Schools, with a special visit from Santa Claus.

Many thanks go to the ladies of Carnforth Inner Wheel who put on a fabulous assortment of food including sandwiches, trifle, cakes and mince pies, as well as providing the beautiful table decorations. Also to Rick and his wife for all of their help on the day.

Santa's Sleigh is Coming to Town (and surrounding Villages)

Santa's Sleigh is Coming to Town (and surrounding Villages) thanks to Santa and our many elves.
Here is the Programme for Carnforth Rotary Santa's Sleigh. All of the money collected from the door to door and Lights Switch on will go back into the local communities. The collection on Tesco's Car Park will be divided equally between our 3 overseas charities, more information about these will be displayed on the day. We look forward to seeing you all.