Chiang Mai International Rotary Club

Tonight's annual game night was a huge success, and we owe a big thank you to Membership Chair Myrna Muyana for her fantastic organization.

Past President Viki Thomason filled in for President Dylan Thomason. The two ladies orchestrated a memorable evening that embodied the Rotarian four-way test's "fictitious 5th point" by taking fun seriously. President Dylan's contribution of eggnog added the perfect touch, putting us all in a joyful holiday mood!

We had banner exchanges with visiting Rotarians from France and welcomed a Rotaractor from Japan.

This Tuesday, we were honored to welcome representatives from Daughters Rising, led by Founder Alexa Bay. They shedded light on the organization's anti-human trafficking efforts and charitable programs supporting IDPs and marginalized populations with special focus on vulnerable women and girls.

Excitingly, we had two prospective members join us, adding to our Rotary family's strength! Additionally, a heartfelt moment as a Rotarian from France engaged in a banner exchange, symbolizing our global connections and shared commitment.

Let's keep growing together and making a positive impact!

Our delivery car is ready for another transport to Phrao where our partner the Warm Heart Foundation is operating a wonderful children home. Your donations will be distributed by our partner Warm Heart Foundation within the mountainous villages in their region. Please keep your generous donations coming. Our boxes remain open until the 30th of November. รถส่งของของเราพร้อมสำหรับการเดินทางไปพร้าวอีกครั้ง ซึ่งมูลนิธิอบอุ่นใจซึ่งเป็นพันธมิตรของเราได้ดูแลบ้านเด็กๆ ที่น่ารัก เงินบริจาคของคุณจะถูกแจกจ่ายโดยมูลนิธิ Warm Heart Foundation ซึ่งเป็นพันธมิตรของเรา ภายในหมู่บ้านบนภูเขาในภูมิภาคของพวกเขา ขอให้เงินบริจาคของคุณมีมาเรื่อยๆ กล่องของเรายังคงเปิดจนถึงวันที่ 30 พฤศจิกายน คุณจะพบกล่องของเราที่นี่ #cmirc #chiangmairotaryinternational #chiangmaiinternationalrotaryclub #winterclothingappeal #winterclothing #helping #warmheartfoundationthailand #warmheartfoundation

Last night at our regular CMIRC meeting, Past President Dylan stepped up to fill in the role of the acting president. We proudly inducted Matthew Matson as a new member.

Colin Jarvis shared insights on improving English education in Thailand, sparking meaningful discussions.

We had the pleasure of hosting Rotarians from Nantucket, MA, and Japan, strengthening our global connections, and even enjoyed a banner exchange.

After the thrilling Golf Ball Drop, it was time to let loose and enjoy some fun! Adults and children alike had the incredible opportunity to ascend in the balloon, and it felt just like riding in a giant lift. The result? Pure joy and unforgettable moments!

Thank you all for being a part of this fantastic day, and sharing these special memories.

Today's Golf Ball Drop 2023 at Horizon Village and Resort was a thrill!

🥇 The closest ball won 30,000 baht in gift certificates.
🥈 Second place: 10,000 baht.
🥉 Third place: 5,000 baht.

Big thanks to all who joined and supported our mission to improve child safety, health, and education in Northern Thailand. We're grateful to the Chiang Mai Expats Club for welcoming us at the CEC Barbecue.

School Vision and Children's Water Safety projects meeting with Tessaban Schools and Water Safety team ar Bronco Kid Sports Club this afternoon.

At last night's fifth Tuesday of a month CMIRC social event at The Duke'Maya Mall.

At today's Chiang Mai Expats Club meeting at Melia Hotel selling golf ball drop tickets and finding new homes for "Change for Children" owl banks.

BOO! This coming Tuesday October 31 the Chiang Mai International Rotary Club {CMIRC} will be doing a revival of our 5th Tuesday of the month Pizza socials at The Duke's Maya Mall from 7-9 PM. Please drop by. You can wear black or your spooky Halloween outfit {optional}. Please try and bring a friend. The club provides the pizza. Attendees provide their own beverages. Hope to see you there.

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Here’s a repost from one of our previous speakers who talked about & demonstrated drones…
she was particularly impressed by the Rotary 4 way Test
Simple but says it all:

“I had a great time talking about drones to the Rotary Club Southwest in Austin today at lunch. We had a show and tell and even flew the Tello drone in the room.
-I was reminded of the Rotary Four Way test. The Four-Way Test is a nonpartisan and nonsectarian ethical guide for Rotarians to use for their personal and professional relationships. The test has been translated into more than 100 languages, and Rotarians recite it at club meetings:

Of the things we think, say or do

1. Is it the TRUTH?
2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?
3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

That's a good test!

At last night's meeting had visiting Rotarians from Australia and USA. Several probable new members in attendance. We learned about The Lanna Foundation from Dr. Eric Hansen and their support of our water and sanitation global grant implementation partner the Integrated Tribal Development Foundation (ITDF).

At the Integrated Tribal Development Foundation and Lanna Foundation ribbon cutting for ITDF new coffee bean grinding operation.

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Most of them will be in sub-Saharan Africa.

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We meet tonight at 7:00 PM at The Royal Peninsula Hotel. Our program will be presented by Eric Hansen MD on the topic "The Lanna Foundation and The Integrated Tribal Development Program". More about the Integrated Tribal Development Foundation here: https://itdfinternational.org/. More about The Lanna Foundation here: https://lannafoundation.org/

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🧥🧤🧣 Our Children's Winter Clothing Appeal is officially underway! Our donation boxes are now in place, ready to collect your generous contributions.🧣🧤🧥

📍 You can find the location of our donation boxes in the post below.

Your donations will go a long way in keeping kids warm and snug during the cold season.

Thank you for your support, and please share this post to spread the word. Together, we can make a positive impact! 🤝❄️

Our CMIRC FB page too!

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To protect your child, make sure their vaccines are up to date.

At Rotarian Alexander's home today doing final reinforcement and assembly of the collection boxes for this year's Children's Winter Clothing Appeal.

Join us for our 8th annual Children's Winter Clothing Appeal in Chiang Mai! Donate warm clothes, shoes, and blankets for those in need. Drop-off locations are open from Oct 16 to Nov 30. Help us make a difference!

Coming soon raining of golf balls.

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The latest edition of Rotary Magazine is now available for all to read online 🎉

This edition talks about everything membership, exploring all the different forms of Rotary as well as the ways the organisation can grow and bring in a new generation of Rotarians 🙌

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October 17 the Chiang Mai International Rotary Club (CMIRC) (https://cmirotary.org) meets at 7:00 PM at the Royal Peninsula Hotel http://www.royalpeninsulahotel.com/hotel-map/. Some gather at 5:45 PM for an optional order of the hotel restaurant menu dinner. Our program will be presented by Eric Hanson M.D. on the topic “ITDF (Integrated Tribal Development Foundation) and Rotary – How it Happened”. More about the ITDF here: https://itdfinternational.org/. There is parking in the hotel basement and to the rear of the building. A non-contact temperature check will be performed on all attendees before entry into meeting. A 100 Baht voluntary donation is requested by visitors to defray meeting costs.

Integrated Tribal Development Foundation | ITDF Integrated Tribal Development Foundation - Providing hope to the hill tirbes of Northern Thailand. There are over half a million hill tribe villagers in...