Announcement: 12th GM / Xmas BBQ

DATE:
1st January 2007, Monday

TIME:
7.00pm

VENUE:
President Gregory's home @ Ujong Pasir

5 GOOD REASONS TO JOIN US:
Delicious barbeque spread awaits
Exchange of gifts (theme for the gifts - RED/GREEN)
Special appearance by Santa Claus
Fun fellowship
The induction of our 14th member

TAKE NOTE:
You are required to pay RM10 per person for the food
When shopping for the christmas present, do go with the theme for the gifts 'RED/GREEN' (unlike the previous yrs, we are not setting a budget for each gift), example of gifts: a Manchester Utd home jersey or a potted plant or a red teddy bear... etc

Pic of members

11th GM: Fine Dining Etiquette

Reported by Rtr Susan

Salad fork, fish knife or dessert spoon is not something that we encounter daily, in our fusion of kopitiam, mamak stall and fast food culture. But there will be time, when we find ourselves sitting in a fancy hotel feeling overwhelmed by the sparkling cutlery in front of us. And the fact that, we were surrounded by those fine people that we have just came to know five minutes ago is not making it any easier. Honestly, in that situation the good table manners we learned at home is just not enough.

Realizing that fact, on 7th December twenty four of RACKM members and guests gathered at Renaissance Malacca Hotel to get professional guidance on dining a proper way, continental style. Our facilitator for that evening is Mr. T. Arivananthan, from the Renaissance Melaka Hotel. He started by reciting a funny story that carry out a message; please do not blindly follow others because they might be doing just the wrong thing. And that applies not only in dining but in many areas of our life. A thoughtful message before appetizer, I must say.

A good example of what you shouldn't do

Umm... the salad looks yummy!

The evening went smoothly from appetizer through dessert with enlightenments from Mr. T. Arivananthan every now and then, plus some astonishing questions from our group. Throughout the entire course we were not only introduced to numerous of cutlery used but also how to conduct good body language and carry out pleasant conversations with our fellow diners. Dining etiquette is not only concerning which fork or spoon to use next but also about looking decent while you are eating. Sitting straight while keeping both feet on the floor might cause backache and stiff legs halfway through the main course, but given a number of gifted comedians in the midst of us, the atmosphere was exceptionally warm.

President Greg 'murdering' his chicken

For a first timer, I have to admit that it might take a little while to get used to the whole concept of continental dining etiquette. Mainly, because it not something that we practice daily. But still, the real implication of having etiquette rules is to make us comfortable. It is some sort of standards that people abide by, which you can have confidence that you are behaving appropriately.

We left that night with a new air of poise and full stomach, of course. It was another well spent time for the record!

All the happy faces

RCKM's installation: 2nd October 2006

Reported by President Gregory

The Rotary Club of Kota Melaka's installation dinner was held last 2nd of October at the Renaissance Melaka Hotel. The guest of honour for the event was the District Governor, Dr Wu Dar Ching who was in Melaka to visit the Rotary Clubs in the state.

Before the dinner, DG Dr Wu took time off from his schedule to have a meeting with us Rotaractors of Kota Melaka. It was an opportunity for the members to meet the DG personally and share his thoughts and opinions as well as ours. During this meeting, he urged us to increase the club's membership and do more Rotaract projects. Noting the numbers of members in the club, he challenged us to work on getting more members, as many as 100 if possible. The DG also encouraged us to do projects that would develop the members and to have more projects with the Rotary family of Rotarians and Interactors. After the half hour meeting, the DG took leave to attend the Rotary Club of Kota Melaka Club Assembly.

RACKM with District 3310 Governor Dr Wu Dar Ching

The dinner started at 7.30pm. It was a meal of fine Western dining, with more cutlery on the table alone than my entire kitchen! Seven Rotaractors attended the dinner, IPP Yik Chuang, PP Dharmindra, VP Sujen, Rtr Chandraa, Rtr Susan, Rtr Vera and myself, all dressed to kill in our best suits and evening gowns. The meal opened with a starters of soup and vegetable salad which was quickly followed by the main course of entertainment, a cultural fashion show put up by the Interactors of SMK Gajah Berang. The show was performed very professionally and the costumes were so beautiful, we could have easily mistaken them to be professional models. The main course of food, then followed, with a choice of either a juicy steak, chicken or fish. The food was lovely, as we savored Malacca's finest in good company.

As we worked our way through the meal, Outgoing President Tirath Singh took the podium to share his speech. He thanked the Rotary Club of Kota Melaka for the wonderful year he had and acknowledge his Board of Directors for their effort and contributions. After which, he installed President Kua Chong Beng as the 22nd President of the Rotary Club of Kota Melaka.

After a short speech, President Kua revealed his Board of Directors for the Rotary Year 2006/2007. He also presented the award of Best Rotaractor to IPP Wee Yik Chuang for his outstanding contributions and leadership as a Rotarator in the past term.

Finally, the DG took the podium to share his impressions and opinions on the club, the District and the Rotary family.

The dinner ended with desserts of ice-cream and pastries, served with coffee. However, with all the food served, members of the floor took opportunity to linger and talk as fellowship continued long after...

A rose among the thorns.. hehe..

Announcement: 11th GM

DATE:
7th December 2006

TIME:
7.30pm sharp

VENUE:
Renaissance Melaka Hotel (7th Floor)

DRESS CODE:
Smart casual

HIGHLIGHT:
Learn to dine the proper way!