On July 26, President Grace and Past Presidents Angela and Lily attended the Suicide Prevention Services Charity Concert in support of the important work of Suicide Prevention Services (SPS). The occasion was particularly meaningful to members of our Club as Past President Lily works with SPS. President Grace and Past President Angela joined her at the concert to show their support while also enjoying an evening of music together. Members were lucky because typhoon signal was lifted just before the concert, enabling to go ahead with clearing skies. Beyond supporting a worthy cause, the concert provided a wonderful opportunity for fellowship outside our regular Club activities. It was an enjoyable and meaningful evening, bringing together friendship, music, and support for an organization serving the community.
On July 23, members of our Club welcomed Mr. Jeff Tam of the Vocational Training Council, who gave a talk on the Rotary Hong Kong Vocational Scholarship and its impact on young people pursuing vocational education. The scholarship scheme was established during Past Governor Belinda’s term as District Governor in 2014–2015. Since its inception, hundreds of students have benefited from the program, receiving support to further their studies and develop the skills needed for their chosen professions. Adding a personal dimension to the presentation, one of the scholarship recipients joined the meeting and shared his own study experience and how he had benefited from the scholarship. His sharing gave members a first-hand perspective on the meaningful difference the program has made to individual students. The meeting was a timely reminder of Rotary’s longstanding commitment to education and vocational development, and how sustained support over the years can create opportunities for generations of young people.
On July 9, members of our Club gathered for the Club Installation 2026, marking the beginning of a new Rotary Year and a new chapter for our Club. During the ceremony, President Grace was formally installed as President of our Club. In a symbolic moment of continuity and transition, Immediate Past President David passed the presidential sash to President Grace, entrusting her with the leadership of our Club for the year ahead. The Installation was an occasion to celebrate both continuity and renewal, as members came together to support President Grace and look forward to another year of fellowship and meaningful service. President Grace emphasized membership satisfaction and belonging as her chief motivation for the Rotary Year, our Club’s 40th anniversary year. With a new Rotary Year underway, the evening marked the beginning of another exciting journey for our Club and its members.
On July 7, President Grace and Past Presidents Angela and Lily attended the Joint School Interact High Tea hosted by Interact Club of St. Clare’s Girls’ School. Past Governor Andy Li was the guest speaker and shared with participants his Rotary journey as well as his remarkable sporting achievements. Through his experiences, he offered the young Interactors an inspiring glimpse into the opportunities for service, friendship, personal growth, and perseverance that can be found through Rotary and beyond. The gathering was a wonderful occasion for Rotarians and Interactors from different schools to meet and exchange ideas in a relaxed setting. It was an enjoyable afternoon of fellowship and inspiration, and a meaningful opportunity to strengthen the connection between Rotary and the next generation of young leaders.
On July 4, members of our Club joined fellow Rotarians at the 2026–2027 District Installation, held at Hopewell Hotel. President Grace, Past District Governor Belinda, Charter President Patrick, Past Presidents Angela, Samuel, WT, Dora, Webster and Lily, Immediate Past President David, and Rotarian Joanna attended the celebration. The annual District Installation marked the beginning of a new Rotary Year and provided an opportunity for Rotarians from across our District to come together in fellowship. Members of our Club enjoyed catching up with old friends, making new connections, and sharing in the excitement and optimism of another year of Rotary service. The occasion was a wonderful celebration of Rotary fellowship and leadership, as everyone looked forward to the year ahead and another year of Service Above Self.