Anita Unsworth My Presidency of The Rotary Club of Golborne Lightshaw 2010-11

Final Presidential Duty

2011-07-01T00:26:00.000-07:00

Delighted to receive a Rotary International Presidential citation on behalf of Golborne Lightshaw

from District governor Bernard

My Special Rotary Year as President

2011-06-30T23:58:00.000-07:00

Thank you everyone, you have all made my Rotary Year very special and one I'll always cherish

Vice President Indution

2011-06-30T23:51:00.000-07:00

Tina is inducted as Vice President by Alan

2011-06-30T23:47:00.000-07:00

Presidency now in Alans hands the Rotary wheel keeps on turning

Golborne Lightshaw Handover

2011-06-30T23:40:00.000-07:00

Thanked everyone for all their support, this has been a year that I'll never forget

BBQ at Colin & Callys

2011-06-30T23:33:00.000-07:00

Great BBQ weather. St Helens annual event held at Colin & Callys

Bernards farewell bash

2011-06-30T23:27:00.000-07:00

Caught up with Ged, as he prepares for his DGN role as it fast approaches

Florida Morning

2011-06-30T23:23:00.000-07:00

Its early morning as the sun rises there is a low mist as we look through the bedroom window

Almost Done

2011-06-30T23:18:00.000-07:00

Most diary dates now completed, time to re-charge batteries, visiting Mickey Mouse Orlando

Incoming RIBI President

2011-06-30T23:15:00.000-07:00

Incoming RIBI President Ray Burman

District Team

2011-06-30T23:09:00.000-07:00

District Team met with incoming RIBI President Ray Burman at Media City Salford

Dublin

2011-06-30T22:58:00.000-07:00

Tonight we had our dinner in the Temple Bar area

2011-06-30T22:34:00.000-07:00

Alan, Colin,Simon & me waiting for conference to begin

Shelterbox Founder

2011-06-30T22:22:00.000-07:00

Tom Henderson is the founder of Shelterbox project, we met at the RIBI conference in Dublin

Dublin RIBI Conference

2011-06-29T02:48:00.000-07:00

Ribi President Jim Moulson & RI President Ray Kliginsmith pictured with Mike and me

Someone Special

2011-01-13T08:23:00.000-08:00

2011 Here we come

Famous & Fearless

2011-01-13T08:08:00.000-08:00

Surpsise outing to Liverpool Echo Arena to see Live Channel 4 Famous & Fearless transmission Colin, Cally, David & Denise came along with us. Chris Evan & Clare Balding Hosts

Auchan Castle

2011-01-13T07:31:00.000-08:00

Last night of the break so give ourselves a treat. A night at Auchan Castle in Dumfries. with some of our friends, perfect!!!

Send in the Clowns

2011-01-13T07:20:00.000-08:00

Off we go to dinner

Best Table

2011-01-13T07:18:00.000-08:00

If there had been a prize for the best dressed table we would have won hands down, everyone made a lot of effort

Almost Ready

2011-01-13T07:13:00.000-08:00

Julia saved the day, one of the costumes hadn't arrived with the Snow at Christmas, luckily Julia had one she made earlier

Clowning Around

2011-01-13T07:10:00.000-08:00

Fancy dress theme was Circus so it gave us time for some clowning around

New Year

2011-01-13T07:05:00.000-08:00

Christmas is past and its our time. Away to Lock Fyne for the New Year celebrations

Christmas Morning

2011-01-13T06:58:00.000-08:00

Up early to get prepared for a busy day and caught Santa in the Gartden

Opening of Compassion in Action Golborne

2011-01-13T06:39:00.000-08:00

Presenting Pam with a cheque for Compassion in Action at the official opening of the Golborne Centre. Leigh Rotary were also well represented

Manchester Christmas Market

2010-12-05T09:10:00.000-08:00

It's always good to start Christmas with a visit to Manchester Christmas Market

Mike meets Santa

2010-12-05T04:54:00.000-08:00

Mike came along to help Santa in the Grotto

Christmas Fayre

2010-12-05T04:48:00.000-08:00

Golborne County Primary School was the venue for the Christmas Fayre. Our Tombola and book stall was very popular.

Compassion in Action

2010-12-05T04:37:00.000-08:00

Delivered donation of bedding,sleeping bags,towels and electrical appliances for the
Homeless Night Shelter Appeal.
This year Compassion in Action will be providing the second night shelter for the homeless and rough sleepers over the Christmas period at Lowton St Marys Church hall.

Wreath

2010-11-15T01:20:00.000-08:00

The Rotary Club of Golborne Lightshaw Wreath

Cenotaph

2010-11-15T01:16:00.000-08:00

Representing Golborne Lightshaw Rotary Club at the Cenotaph. It was a moving experience, that I will always remember.

Mayor of Wigan

2010-11-15T01:07:00.000-08:00

Councillor Michael Winstanley is the Wigan Mayor for 2010-11. As we are both in our year of office at the same time we keep bumping into each other at various functions.

Andy Burham MP

2010-11-15T00:49:00.000-08:00

There were a lot of VIPs at the Rememberence Parade, pictured with our MP Andy Burnham

Andy will be coming along to visit the club soon.

Meeting old friends

2010-11-15T00:39:00.000-08:00

It was nice to meet up with a lot of old friends, Brian Simpson is a friend from Sunday school days, nowadays Brian is an MEP for the North West and was elected to the European Parliament in June 1989 and has represented our region for 18 years

Golborn Lightshaw

2010-11-15T00:36:00.000-08:00

Pictured with Pat & Alan, preparing to join the procession to the Cenataph.

Rememberence Sunday

2010-11-15T00:12:00.001-08:00

Along with other civic organisations at the Cenataph in Golborne, laying a wreath on behalf of The Rotary Club of Golborne Lightshaw. Also in the picture is Pam from Compassion in Action

Golborne Lightshaw 5th Charter

2010-10-31T05:58:00.000-07:00

A proud time as President of Golborne Lightshaw on our 5th Charter evening

Toast to Rotary International

2010-10-31T05:55:00.000-07:00

Toast to Rotary International

Vercoe the Clown

2010-10-31T05:45:00.000-07:00

Ever since he visited the Bertram Mills Cicus
as a six year old Arthur has had a fascination with the circus and particularly clowns. Our guest speaker this evening.

Arthur Pedlar

2010-10-31T05:31:00.000-07:00

Guest Speaker Arthur Pedlar displaying the magnificent costume that he wears on the occasions that he plays the White Faced clown. The costume is a priceless antique but is in wonderful condition

Party Time

2010-10-31T05:19:00.000-07:00

Under Way

2010-10-31T05:10:00.000-07:00

Everyone of the club made a superb effort, to make the evening a memorable one.

VIPS

2010-10-31T05:05:00.000-07:00

District Governor Bernard, Sue, guest speaker Arthur and myself as we prepared for our entrance into the hall.

Club Members and Guests

2010-10-31T04:55:00.000-07:00

Friends

2010-10-31T04:46:00.000-07:00

More special guests

Fellowship at it's best

2010-10-31T04:37:00.000-07:00

Some photographs of guests that came along to share our celebrations

Our Guests

2010-10-31T04:31:00.000-07:00

It was great to have David & Linda to join us, we have shared a lot of precious moments together, that stay fresh in our memories

They are always the best of company

Inside Menu

2010-10-31T04:16:00.000-07:00

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Charter Menu

2010-10-31T04:06:00.000-07:00

Mike & Tina have done a brilliant job in producing our menu

as always it is very professional.

Golborne Charter

2010-10-31T03:58:00.000-07:00

Our fifth Charter Anniversary, I'm filled with pride at being President

Compassion in action

2010-10-05T13:42:00.000-07:00

Pam Gilligan and Joe gave an excellent presentation this evening, as ambassadors for Compassion in Action. Compassion in Action are about to open a health and wellbeing centre in Golborne. The aim is to make the centre the focal point for a community of recovery.

Home Time

2010-10-03T05:03:00.000-07:00

We aimed for the moon, and reached the stars. No world record, but hey what a great time we had and a great community effort. Thanks to everyone for making today possible

February won't come soon enough to see the results of our efforts today.

To the members of The Rotary Club of Golborne Lightshaw, feel very proud!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

All Done

2010-10-03T04:59:00.000-07:00

Time for a mince pie as the challenge comes to a conclusion. All that is missing is a good cup of tea.

Distant Travellers

2010-10-03T04:53:00.000-07:00

The volunteers pictured left were visitors from New Zealand, and had nothing but praise for our endeavours.

Having participated in the planting, they will view the blog with interest to see the results when the crocus are in bloom.

Certificates

2010-10-03T04:49:00.000-07:00

All the volunteers were presented with a certificate in appreciation of their hard work and donations

More Planting

2010-10-03T04:44:00.000-07:00

All 20.000 bulbs were planted in less than an hour, earlier in the day it looked like we may be planting for a few days. However with a lot of good will and hard work the planting had been successful.

20,000 Crocus Bulbs

2010-10-03T04:40:00.000-07:00

With 20,000 bulbs to be planted, all the pots were strategically placed around the grounds, and the volunteers were asked to keep planting as long as they were happy to continue

Enthusiasm

2010-10-03T04:30:00.000-07:00

The weather was kind, yesterday had been torrential all day, everyone was getting dirty and have fun at the same time

Planting begins

2010-10-03T04:21:00.000-07:00

Their was a spirit of fun as the planting began, all the participants were eager to plant, and make a difference to the Care Home gardens, as well as helping to eradicate polio

2.30pm

2010-10-03T04:14:00.000-07:00

Final instructions and the countdown, and the Big Bulb plant began with a trumpet fanfare from District Governor Bernard, followed by a duff starting pistol shot, eventually a shot went off and the plant began

Dibbers at the ready

2010-10-03T04:00:00.000-07:00

We made the decision to bring the challenge time forward to 2.30pm, it was becoming clear that possibly there would be a short fall in the expectation of numbers that would turn up. As some people had already been there an hour, an early start seemed a good option.

Getting Closer

2010-10-03T03:54:00.000-07:00

Our stewards began positioning planters around the grounds ready for the challenge, it was decided to attack the grounds from several points. Above are some of Rotarys Geo-caching friends.

Young Planter

2010-10-03T03:50:00.000-07:00

One of the younger planters with a new trowel
ready for the off.

Can't beat a good cuppa

2010-10-03T03:46:00.000-07:00

District secretary Phil, enjoying a nice cuppa

Briefing

2010-10-03T03:35:00.001-07:00

Our numbers were swelled by the support of fellow Rotarians in our District, the call for help was answered far beyond my wildest expectation

A number of Rotarians had already done their own planting of bulbs earlier in the day, and then travelled to support us. When like minded people get together it's amazing what can be accomplished.

Early Arrivals

2010-10-03T03:29:00.000-07:00

Everyone was in place by 12.30pm, although the world record challenge was to begin at 3.00pm. A few planters arrived very early!

It's Twelve O Clock

2010-10-03T03:25:00.000-07:00

It's twelve o clock, preparation for the reception area is well underway

Big Bulb Plant Day

2010-10-02T00:07:00.001-07:00

Today is the day Golborne Lightshaw Rotary club has been working hard for, the journey has been full of fun & fellowship
Everyone is a winner, Golborne House will be resplendant in February
We have helped Eradicate Polio
I am sure that we will go on to do bigger and better

All the turf removal is done

2010-10-01T04:30:00.000-07:00

All the turf removal is done! This was a mammoth task, thanks to everyone who made it possible. Fylde FM & Wish FM have given us good promotion on local radio, big day tomorrow Golborne House has been a hive of activity this week, removing turf all around the centre

We are all ready for the big bilb plant!!!!!!!!

It's a lot of Crocus bulbs

2010-09-28T15:27:00.000-07:00

117 pots per box, each pot has 30bulbs in that is

3,510 bulbs per box, so there are a lot of bulbs ready for planting. Over 11 boxes, its a lot of Crocus!

Counting Bulbs

2010-09-28T15:22:00.001-07:00

We soon made easy work of counting out the 40,000 crocus bulbs into 30 bulbs per pot. Many hands make light work.

Preparing for the Big Bulb Plant

2010-09-28T14:48:00.000-07:00

The turf removal team are doing a splendid job, three sides of Golborne house are now ready for planting, the fourth side is partially done and completion is expected tomorrow.

There is an air of exitement about the place

Focus on the Crocus

2010-09-26T16:17:00.000-07:00

Still a long way to go, but today we have made a lot of progress, two more days of digging should see us reach the end. I can't wait to see the wonderful show in February!

Focus on the Crocus

2010-09-26T16:08:00.001-07:00

The footings for the planting is being dug out ready for Saturdays World record attempt

Focus on the Crocus

2010-09-26T16:03:00.001-07:00

Three hours later and we are all done marking out the lawns. Tomorrow will see the teams of gardeners come and remove the turf ready for planting. Today has been a good team effort.

Focus on the Crocus

2010-09-26T15:54:00.000-07:00

There is a lot of work to be done, marking out the plots where crocus are to be planted, a fantastic turn out by members along with Alan our chief gardner.

Focus on the Crocus

2010-09-26T15:48:00.001-07:00

Our Focus on the Crocus campaign will be centered on Golborne House, we will be attempting the Guiness book of records for the most people planting bulbs in an hour.

St Helens Charity Dinner

2010-09-26T01:18:00.000-07:00

Distinguished guests Gordon McInally Past RI Director & Past RIBI president, along with Norman Prince, enabled the Charity evening to be a very successful fundraiser. Both were on top form, an informative and entertaining evening.
Simon Hairsnape's hard work made a superb evening!

RIBI President

2010-09-25T05:56:00.001-07:00

RIBI President Jim Moulson & President of Golborne Lightshaw me!

I.O.M

2010-09-25T05:46:00.001-07:00

We had a great weekend in the I.O.M. DG Bernard hosted a good conference

I.O.M Gervase Phinn

2010-09-25T05:37:00.001-07:00

Keynote Speaker Gervase Phinn was great!

Very entertaining and humerous, best of conference!

I.O.M Entertainers

2010-09-25T05:27:00.000-07:00

Shelterbox was the star of the entertainment, Tom Henderson gave us an update on the great work that is being carried out

I.O.M

2010-09-25T05:23:00.001-07:00

RIBI President Jim Moulson shared our conference

I.O.M Golborne

2010-09-25T05:19:00.001-07:00

Sue and I grabbed a moment together in between their hectic schedule.

I.O.M Friday Night

2010-09-25T05:13:00.001-07:00

Last night of the Proms on Friday night was good fun, everyone enjoyed themselves and let their hair down.

I.O.M DGs Reception

2010-09-25T05:10:00.001-07:00

Pete, Cally, Roger and me, at the DGs reception

I.O.M.

2010-09-25T05:02:00.001-07:00

Other guests at Bill & Marions reception!

I.O.M. Conference Hospitality

2010-09-25T04:59:00.001-07:00

Enjoying the hospitality and fellowship of Bill & Marion Wright. Bill is the St Helens President.

I.O.M. Conference

2010-09-25T04:56:00.001-07:00

Our hotel was the Sephton a lovely room with a balcony looking into the Atrium

I.O.M Conference

2010-09-25T04:50:00.000-07:00

Iconic views of Liverpool that you don't see

every day.

I.O.M. Conference

2010-09-25T04:46:00.001-07:00

We left from Liverpool on the Sea-Cat fortunately it was a beautiful day and a calm crossing

DGE Visit

2010-09-25T04:43:00.001-07:00

David Ellis our District Governor Elect paid us a visit this evening . David is always welcome!

Book Fair

2010-09-25T04:38:00.000-07:00

This evening we sorted out our books in preparation for a book fair that is planned for later in the year

District Governor Nominee Visit

2010-08-14T02:24:00.000-07:00

District Governor Nominee Colin paid us a visit on Tuesday. Colin has and continues to be a great support for us. Our speaker tonight was Sue Tupman another great evening of fun and fellowship.

Two Visitors

2010-08-04T01:34:00.000-07:00

Tonight we had two visitors, Andrew Sharrock, and Ged Heatherington.

Our principle speaker was, Andrew Sharrock Township Manager representing Wigan Council Environment Services Department, Neighbourhood Services Division, Community Engagement Team. Andrew gave a very informative insight into the functionality of the Township manager and forum. Assistant Governor Ged gave an overview of the Thanks for Life campaign. This was a very enjoyable evening that left members with a buzz, we can make a difference!

Ironman Bolton

2010-08-01T15:02:00.000-07:00

Lots to see
2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, 26.2 mile run

Ironman UK Competition Bolton

2010-08-01T03:14:00.000-07:00

Iron Man Competion was a fun day out several members volunteered for car park duty at the Leigh Sports Centre

Pauls Birthday

2010-08-01T03:11:00.000-07:00

We had a Birthday celebration at the Shanghia Palace for Paul's 39th,

Friendship

2010-07-28T05:20:00.000-07:00

It's a while since Pat and Tina played ball games

it was a fun evening

Disbelief

2010-07-28T05:17:00.000-07:00

Three faces of disbelief as another lucky strike is scored!