IPP Robin's visit to Philippines

On Friday 2 October, IPP Robin and Louie attended the 4th Induction and Changeover ceremony for the Rotary Club of Plaridel Polaris in the Philippines.

 

During the ceremony the national anthem is played and several references to trust in God are made. The overall ceremony and procedure bring to mind how I think the original founders and subsequent club meetings would have been held, following guidelines and protocol matters.

 

The event was very well organised and attended by more than 120 people.

It is always a pleasure to see how other clubs manage their events and note the small variances that appear in different cultures.

 

The Philippine people are very friendly and welcoming. Louie and I were very well treated. 

 

The event was full of energy and everyone was dressed to impress. Notably the members of the club all wore the same colour suits and the guests all dressed in the colour code of Black Semi-Formal attire. 

 

The members displayed a great deal of energy and even danced their way in to the presentation area where each was individually greeted by the district govenor and several other dignitaries.

 

Here is a link to the very impressive invitation we received - https://jasperanddanna.my.canva.site/rcppolarisinvitation/page-2

 

Some photos of the event are saved to our Club Cloud drive here: Rotary Plaridel Polaris Changeover 2 OCT 2026

 

Interestingly, the food drink and other decorations were supplied by a variety of sponsors.

 

Overall a very enerjetic event and perhaps a few tips for future planning.