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Richard Pearce is a member os the Rotary Club of Maidstone Riverside and produces a monthley Newsletter covering all aspects effecting our environment giving the latest news, ideas and contacts as to our we can all play our part in saving our environment.
Past Updates
see also Environment Newsletters - Maidstone Riverside Rotary
Richard's April Newsletter
focuses on Electronic waste with a lik to "Material Focus" giving a wealth of information.
The May Newsletter includes a piece on how rainfall is affected by climate change and the consequences of this issue.
We can all do something to reduce our Carbon Footprint. In this June issue Richard provides a link to calulate this.
In this July Issue Richard highlights the far reachin and devstating effects of "Climate Change". He also lists the time it takes for many of the things we discard to break down.
Sadly bees are on the decline. In this months issue Richard highlights the importance of our pollinators and the exciting initiative taking place within our District to reverse this decline.
In a Rotary District largely surrounded by water Richard looks at the 2021 IPCC Report on rising sea levels showing that sea-level rise is affecting the lives and livelihoods of coastal
communities around the world.
October 2024
Our lifestyle choices can make a huge difference to our personal Carbon Footprint this month Richard looks at Holladay transport along with simple things we can all do at home to reduce our carbon emissions.
Following the hurricanes in America and the flooding in Spain we should all now be fully aware of the dramatic impact that Climate Change is having on us. This a focal point on Richard's update.
This month Richard reviews the UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) Incliding Triple Finance to developing countries. Richard also bids farewell to this regular Newsletter handing over to fellow club member Nick Quinn. Thanks Richard for your input in this critical area.
back Rotary members are tackling environmental issues the way they always do: coming up with projects, using their connections to change policy and planning for the future.
'What We Do' Main Pages:
A "Sing For Your Life" "MUSIC BOX" has been handed over to East Kent Independent Dementia Support (EKIDS). From left: Adrian Bawtree, Tessa Read, Roger Newman MBE, Chris Hedges, Derek Brown & Richard Parkin
moreMick Stokes is our Dining Steward and is charge of arranging our venues and gourmet refreshment.
moreThe Foundation Committee seeks to raise awareness of Rotary's own Charity, THE ROTARY FOUNDATION, and organise events to raise funds for the projects undertaken by the Rotary Foundation.
moreMike O'Toole is our Sergeant-at-Arms
moreThe International Committee is responsible for coordinating the Contact Club arrangements with the Rotary Club of Poitiers Futuroscope and the Rotary Club of Darmstadt Kranichstein. The Committee also seeks to support overseas charities with fundraising
moreWe are always delighted to welcome guests to our meetings who may be considering joining the Rotary Family. Please contact our Secretary, Dave Alker to enquire about booking in.
morePresident Chris & Hazel Hedges paid a visit to the Rotary Club of Westwood Village, Los Angeles
moreWestgate and Birchington Rotary Club Funds Improvements at Christ Church Community Hall in Westgate
moreCommunity Service Committee is responsible for organising fund-raising and social events, community service projects and recommending payments to external charities.
moreSuccessful RYLA candidates,Elizabeth Irvine and Emily Robertson report on their experiences at the Arethusa Venture Centre
moreThe Rotary Clubs of Thanet are committed to providing opportunities and support for young people.
moreClub Council normally meets on the last Monday of every month at Church House, Birchington at 7.00 pm.
moreHere is an archive of news and activities over the last 10 years
moreThe Inner Wheel Club of Westgate & Birchington is a close member of our Rotary family. Its members are predominently relations of Rotarians but membership is open to any lady who is sponsored by an exisiting member.
moreIn recent years we have supported a wide range of local, national and international charities
moreThe "Strictly Come Rotary" Dance Competition was staged on Saturday 13th April 2013 at The Winter Gardens in aid of "Alfie's Trust"
moreThe winners of the Young Photographer Competition were presented with their awards by the Editor of The Isle of Thanet Gazette, Rebecca Smith
moreAn excellent portfolio of entries was received from competitors in the 2014 Young Photographer Competition. Very well done!
moreA Musical Soiree was held in the Chapel at St Augustine's to raise funds for the charity "Sing For Your Life"
moreThe good news is YOU ARE ON OUR WEBSITE!! Please visit it regularly to find news of our latest efforts to serve our community. MEMBERS - PLEASE CHECK THE HOME PAGE EACH WEEK!!!
moreRIBI President John Minhinick and his wife Sheila attended a Dinner and Presentations for Rotarians in East Kent on Tuesday 4th September 2012
moreMemebers enjoyed a comprehensive wine tasting experience and dined in style.
moreSanta's coming!! He'll be coming to a street near you in December" PLEASE GIVE GENEROUSLY TO SUPPORT OUR CHARITIES!!
moreThe Joint Rotary Clubs of Thanet together with Kent Music presented the seventh annual Schools Prom at The Winter Gardens, Margate
moreA party of Club Members and their partners travelled to Leipzig for the annual Contact Club Reunion with the Rotary Clubs of Darmstadt-Kranichstein and Poitiers-Futuroscope
moreChris Hedges's President's Night Dinner Dance was held on Friday 7th June 2013 at St Augustine's, Westgate-on-Sea
moreMembers constructed a raised garden area for the students at the Hearing-Impaired Unit with matched funding gained from a District Grant of $1000.
moreFollowing the successful bid for a District Grant, a Sensory Garden, adjacent to the Hearing Impaired Unit at Hartsdown Academy, was constructed by Rotarians. The "Oasis" was formally opened by Past President Chris Hedges on Friday 27th September
moreThe Club enjoys a number of sporting activities in conjunction with other Rotary Clubs, including Bowls and Golf competitions. The Sports Coordinator is John Hawkins.
moreRotarian Allan Harris is our Club shop manager and arranges for members to purchase Rotary regalia, clothing and jewellery.
moreA large gathering of Rotarians and guests enjoyed the annual Christmas Dinner which was made more special by the induction of Christine Laming and the award of the Moulsdale Trophy to Eddie Doody
moreA party of Rotarians and members of Inner Wheel attended Evensong "Celebrating Rotary" in Rochester Cathedral on Sunday 17th February 2013
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