February 24, 2026
Chinese New Year Celebration Luncheon
Dance Performances & Cultural Presentation
After lunch, Bo Long served as MC for the program.
The Fairy Dance Group and the Zhilin Dance Group performed a series of stunning dances, blending traditional Chinese styles with contemporary and jazz elements.
An informative video presentation highlighted Chinese family traditions during Lunar New Year.
The leaders of both dance studios shared how they established their schools after arriving in Canada, reflecting on their journeys and the importance of preserving cultural heritage.
Members gathered afterward for a group photo with the dancers.
Special thanks to Bo and the Social Committee for organizing this wonderful luncheon.
Coldest Night of the Year – Saturday, February 28
Starting at Memorial Park, White Rock Beach
2 km and 5 km routes
There is still time to join or sponsor a walker.
Our team is now in 2nd place on the Peninsula!
• 12 team members
• $10,080 raised so far
• $10,000 goal surpassed
Thank you to Muhammad for serving as team captain and for writing an important article in the Peace Arch News about homelessness in our community.
View or support the team here:
https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=1038646
Additional team captains include:
Stacey Kohler
Ernie Klassen
Megan Knight
David MacIntyre
President-Elect Learning
Darryl and Winston shared highlights from the President-Elect Learning weekend in Seattle and spoke about the value of the training.
TEDx White Rock – March 15 (Complimentary Tickets)
Oceana Parc Theatre | 1:30 – 4:00 PM
Members can use code rotarywr at checkout for a 100% discount:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tedxwhite-rock-2026-tickets-1975206762598
If needed, contact Gary Xie:
organizer@tedxwhiterock.ca
Text: 778-325-9626
Featured speakers include Doug Tennant, Roxanne Charles, Susan Bains, Sabine Lapointe, Jake Sawatzky, Laurie Shopland, and Mehrnaz Bassiri.
Thank you to Gary for making this opportunity available to members.
Field Trip – March 10
Kindred Community Farm Sanctuary
If you would like a packed vegetarian lunch, please notify Monique at mhusslage@telus.net so numbers can be confirmed with Janine.
Membership Badge Pins
If you require a badge with a pin instead of a magnet for medical reasons, please contact Winston, Ethan, or Irene from the Membership Committee.
Bottle & Can Recycling Fundraiser
Support our Club Account by bringing bottles and cans to:
Semiahmoo Bottle Depot
15515 – 24 Avenue
Enter Irene’s cell number (604-316-2090), print a label, and scan it.
You may also bring recyclables to meetings and someone will take them in.
Speaker Suggestions
Please email ideas for future speakers to:
Adam – asmith@ubmi.ca
Peter – pjones2570@gmail.com