January 2012

Bingo – January to June 2012

Held Friday and Monday nights every four weeks from 6:45 – 9:30 pm at Bingo Connection. Proceeds used to support not-for-profit activities funded by the Rotary Cub of Burlington Central. Check out http://www.clubrunner.ca/Portal/Home.aspx?cid=144 for more information

Golf Gives Back Lottery - Early Birdie Bonus Draw - January 29, 2012

If you buy a $20 ticket at http://www.golfgivesback.org/tickets, you could win a trip to Las Vegas with golf, show, and $500 cash, plus assist with donations to many local charities!

February 2012

Burlington Kidfest - February 20th, 2012

Held on Family Day at Corpus Christi Secondary School on Upper Middle Rd. just east of Appleby Line. 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Check out www.burlingtonkidfest.com for more information.

March 2012

Golf Gives Back Lottery - Grand Prize Draws - March 4, 2012

The Ultimate Golf Foursome in Ireland is the Grand Prize, but there are many other prizes as well listed at www.golfgivesback.org/component/content/article/175. But your $20 lottery ticket at www.golfgivesback.org/tickets. Proceeds of this lottery support many local organizations such as R.O.C.K., the Burlington Arts Centre, Hamilton Food Share, and Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital.
 
1,000,000 Steps for Breast Cancer - March 25, 2012

The Rotary Club of Burlington North and Breast Cancer Support Services are teaming up to raise awareness and funds for local breast cancer support services and the work that these two groups do in our community.For more information visit our WALK page.

Giggles & Grub - March 30, 2012

A night of Comedy, Dinner and Dancing that is sure to not disappoint. Providing you with all food, entertainment and laughs you can handle. Proceeds of this year’s event will go towards supporting the Halton Down Syndrome Association as well as other Rotary supported groups. For info visit www.gigglesandgrub.ca or call 905 521-5171

April 2012

Old Man River Project Film - April 4, 2012

The story of Brett Rogers’ 110-day expedition rowing the entire Mississippi River with four teammates from Burlington. Get a glimpse of what the film is about at http://brettonthewater.com/expeditions.php?e=2 Film will be shown at the Silvercity Theatre at Burloak and the QEW. Check out www.clubrunner.ca/Portal/Home.aspx?cid=144 for more information.

May 2012

Lakeside A La Carte - August 12, 2012
Enjoy the afternoon in Spencer Smith Park sampling more than three dozen restaurants, wineries and breweries. 

Ribfest - Labour Day Weekend August 31 - September 3, 2012
Canada's Largest Ribfest - sample some of North America's top ribbers at Spencer Smith Park. For more information www.canadaslargestribfest.com.

September 2012

 The Amazing Bed Race - September 23, 2012

Amazing Bed Race and Kids Zone - presented by Scotiabank and Burlington Downtown Business Area;  raise money for Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital and Burlington North Rotary by racing "beds" and strollers down Brant St. Registration and information at www.amazingbedrace.ca

October 2012

The “Sgambati” Golf Tournament – Monday October 1^st, 2012

One of Burlington’s most enjoyable and prestigious golf tournaments. It has raised over $1 million dollars in the past 33 years. The proceeds go to support the Canadian Cancer Society, Burlington's Carpenter Hospice, McMaster Pediatrics Radiation Cancer Centre and other Rotary charities.

Turkey Trot October 14, 2012

Turkey Trot – a 5 km walk, or a 5 km or 10 km run at Bronte Creek Provincial Park in support of the Interact Club at Nelson High School.  Registration and information at www.vrpro.ca

United Nations Day Speaker Session - October 25, 2012

Presented by the City of Burlington’s Mundialization Committee in partnership with Rotary; a perspective on social and economic development issues, free admission, advance registration required by contacting Joanne Hyde at hydej@burlington.ca or call 905-335-7600, ext. 7492.

November 2012

Rotary Burlington Music Festival – November 5-17, 2012
The festival provides an opportunity for amateur musicians through competition, to achieve excellence in their art, and assists the participants in developing character, discipline, logical thinking and perception through music. Visit www.rotarymusicfest.org for details.

Rotary Burlington Grand Festival Concert - November 24, 2012

Held at the Performing Arts Centre; tickets available at the door. Visit www.rotarymusicfest.org for details.

December 2012

Breakfast with Santa – December 8, 2012

Enjoy breakfast with Santa at 8:30, 9:30, or 10:30 am in a country setting at Springer House on Dundas St (between Terra Garden Centre and Guelph Line). Children can also visit Santa’s workshop and meet Santa’s chief Elf. Cost is $5/person, family maximum of $20. Tickets available at Longo’s (Walkers Line & Dundas St. location)