This October 2025 edition marks the beginning of my third year as editor. When I took on the role, I was fortunate to build on the excellent templates created by our former long-time—and truly remarkable—district secretary, Pene Hutton. From that foundation, I began compiling Rotary International and District news, along with club stories and reports.
I’ve tried to make the newsletter easier to navigate. With guidance from Dave Andrews, D7070PI Chair, I added the index now featured at the beginning of each issue. Upcoming events are listed in chronological order, and club submissions are arranged alphabetically.
The newsletter is a powerful way to share ideas and information across our district—and beyond! Each issue is public and can be accessed by anyone HERE. I include links whenever possible to the organizations benefitting from projects, as well as to partners, sponsors, and venues. It’s free promotion for them, so please let them know! You can also share the newsletter—or even just a story about your club—on your social media.
If you come across a story that inspires you, a fundraiser worth attending (or replicating), a report with ideas to develop, or an opportunity to collaborate with another club, pass it along. Bring it up at a meeting; encourage members to take a few minutes each month to explore the newsletter and help spread the word.
Thank you to all the "News Reps" who continue to make the newsletter interesting, and my job (relatively) easy.
I always welcome your input. If you have suggestions for future content, changes in layout, or anything that might enhance the newsletter and increase readership, please reach out to me at pgjphd@gmail.com or 716-830-6173.
Economic and Community Development is an area of focus that Rotary has asked all clubs to focus on, especially in October.
What is your club doing? Here are some ideas:
Microfinancing: 190 million people are funding their business endeavors through microfinance programs. Entrepreneurs use microloans to become street vendors, rickshaw drivers, weavers, and tailors. Entrepreneurs in rural communities can borrow money to buy livestock or plant crops, or get training in sustainable farming.
When supporting service projects in a developing community, purchase goods and supplies locally to stimulate the economy and avoid unnecessary shipping fees.
1.4 billion people — nearly half of them employed — live on less than $1.25 a day
Expand vocational training opportunities, including job placement programming, at local nonprofit organizations
Send a vocational training team to teach business leaders in developing communities how to create a business plan and maintain accurate financial accounting.
Partner with a cooperative that provides training, joint economic ventures, and ownership of assets to its members through a democratic structure
Provide equipment or supplies to a cooperative to increase production and sales in the local market
Support entrepreneurs and small businesses in developing communities. The success of local business leaders can multiply
Greetings from the heart of Rotary! We are thrilled to invite you to join thousands of Rotary members from around the globe at the 2026 Rotary International Convention in the vibrant city of Taipei, Taiwan.
The Rotary International Convention is an extraordinary experience — a unique opportunity to connect with fellow Rotarians, deepen your understanding of our shared mission, and celebrate the incredible impact Rotary has worldwide. Each year, the Convention inspires us with compelling speakers, insightful workshops, and the spirit of fellowship that unites us beyond borders.
In 2026, the Convention will take place in Taipei, a city that perfectly blends rich tradition with cutting-edge innovation. Nestled in the heart of Asia, Taipei offers an unforgettable backdrop for this landmark event. Imagine exploring its bustling night markets, majestic temples, stunning skyline views from Taipei 101, and savoring some of the world’s most renowned cuisine — all while connecting with Rotary leaders and change-makers.
Taipei’s welcoming spirit, remarkable history, and vibrant culture will make this Convention not just a gathering but a life-enriching journey. Whether it’s your first Convention or your tenth, you will leave inspired, energized, and equipped to make an even greater difference in your communities and the world.
As the autumn colors arrive, I am reminded of Rotary’s own vibrant season of service. Across District 7090, clubs are leaning into our theme Rotary Unites for Good with creativity and purpose. September brought us the joy of connecting at club visits, fundraisers, and community projects that demonstrate how friendship and service truly go hand in hand.
Looking ahead, October invites us to rededicate ourselves to Rotary’s fight against polio. World Polio Day on October 24 is a chance for each of our clubs to lift up Rotary’s enduring promise: to create a world free from this disease. Whether through a “Paddle for Polio,” a community fundraiser, or a simple awareness campaign, your efforts keep hope alive for children everywhere.
I also want to celebrate the ways our clubs are embodying Rotary’s mission close to home. From literacy projects to environmental initiatives to vibrant youth engagement, you are reminding our communities that Rotary’s impact is local as well as global.
Thank you for your leadership, your generosity, and your joyful service. Together, we continue to build bridges of peace and goodwill—this season and always.
We invite you to submit information on your club's Foundation news (new Paul Harris fellows, district, and global grants updates and more,) for inclusion in future newsletters.
October 28, 2025 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. | Zoom Hosted by ARRFC Sandi Chard and PDG Lisa Bishop
Are you new to Rotary—or want a refresher on how the Rotary Foundation makes a difference? Join this one-hour interactive session designed to help members connect with Rotary’s mission and impact.
What You’ll Learn
The basics of the Rotary Foundation
How your donations support projects locally and globally
District and Global Grant opportunities
Recognition programs like Paul Harris Fellow & PolioPlus Society
Practical ways new members can get involved
Why Attend?
See how your support creates measurable impact
Gain confidence in Foundation conversations
Connect personally with Rotary’s global mission
Be inspired to play an active role in Rotary’s future
🍺 Pints for Polio – Raise a Glass, End Polio! - World Polio Day
Join fellow Rotarians and friends as we celebrate World Polio Day with a special community gathering: 📍 Kame & Kettle Beer Works, 25 Pelham Town Square, Fonthill, ON
📅 Friday, October 24, 2025 🕖 7:00 – 9:00 PM fellowship at the brewery-have your pinkie painted purple 📸 9:00 p.m. – Group picture under the Rotary Arches
Come enjoy good company, great conversation, and a pint in support of Rotary’s signature cause — the eradication of polio worldwide. Rotary International has been at the forefront of the effort to end polio for more than 35 years. With support from partners like the World Health Organization, UNICEF, and the Gates Foundation, Rotary has helped reduce polio cases worldwide by 99.9%. But the fight isn’t over — and your participation makes a difference. 🌸 Special Highlight: Later in the evening, we’ll gather under the Rotary Arches in Fonthill, which will be illuminated purple in recognition of the Purple Pinkie campaign for polio eradication. This global symbol represents one child, one vaccine, and one step closer to a polio-free world. This event is proudly brought to you by Rotary’s Beers Rotarians Enjoy Worldwide (BREW) Fellowship members.
Despite a brief sprinkle mid-ride, the weather was nearly perfect for the 6th Annual Dr. Ron Mergl Participate for Polio event, held on Saturday, September 13th. This District 7090 initiative has been organized annually since October 2020 by Past District Governor Frank Adamson (Rotary Club of Fonthill) in honour of Dr. Ron Mergl—a devoted member of the Rotary Club of Niagara Falls. Alongside his wife June, Ron participated in Rotary International’s Polio Immunization Days in both India and Africa. He passed away in July 2020.
This year, Frank—now serving as District “End Polio” Chair—was cycling in the Battlefield Bike Ride in the Netherlands, commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Holland and raising funds for Wounded Warriors Canada. In his absence, Co-chair Elaine Richard (Rotary Club of St. Catharines Lakeshore) led the 2025 Participate for Polio ride, with support from Graham Repei (Rotary Club of St. Catharines South).
The group gathered at the St. Davids Lions Club before cycling to Niagara-on-the-Lake. Midway, riders stopped for fresh-baked treats and fruit at Walker's Country Market. After returning, we enjoyed some fellowship at The Old Firehall Restaurant in St. Davids. What a fun ride with a great group!
To date, the Canada side Participate for Polio Team has raised over $7,000 CAD through the Raise for Rotary platform!
If you haven’t donated yet, the fundraiser remains open through October and November.
Introducing Vehae Tjiriange, Rotary Peace Fellow Class XXIV (2025-2027).
We are honored to introduce Vehae Tjiriange, a successful Peace Fellowship applicant, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Dundas Valley Sunrise, recommended by our District 7090 Peace Fellowship Subcommittee and also recommended by the Rotary Club of Hamilton After Five.
Vehae is now enrolled as a Rotary Peace Scholar at International Christian University in the Peace Studies, Public Policy and Social Research Program in Japan.
The Rotary Peace Center announcement describes Vehae as “…a social entrepreneur, civic leader, and leadership and development coach for girls and young women from Maun, Botswana.” Her achievements include founding and leading a program that advances gender equality and women’s leadership beyond Botswana to include South Africa and Cameroon.
District 7090 Rotarians worked with Pinkie Mothibedi, previous District 7090 recommended Peace Fellow and Paul Harris Fellowship recipient, to recruit and support Vehae with her application.
Vehae continues to have regular communication with Rotarians in District 7090.
D7090 Honouring Indigenous Peoples committee needs your help in recruiting students
HIP Y2Y (Youth to Youth Truth and Reconciliation Gathering) is not just a program; it's a transformative experience that brings Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth from 15-17, immersing them in the rich tapestry of Indigenous culture while fostering connections among a diverse group of young people from all corners of Canada and parts of the US.
This extraordinary event will be taking place at Six Nations in Brantford in March 2026. Here is a video (use control click) about last year’s experience. Through a dynamic mix of activities, interactive workshops, and engaging sessions, youth participants will be encouraged to embrace diversity, build meaningful relationships, and gain a deeper appreciation for Indigenous perspectives and contributions.
This year, with our cross-border district, we will be including students from the US for the first time, so we will be looking to recruit student leaders – 2 from the US and 2 from Canada from our District.
Rotary HIP is seeking funding from clubs to support this life-changing program- please consider a personal or club donation to provide our youth leaders with an opportunity of a lifetime. Donate Today
Today’s potential volunteers are often motivated by causes, connection, and flexibility. Many are balancing careers, families, and busy schedules, while still seeking opportunities to make a meaningful impact. They may not initially be looking for a “club” or a “membership” – instead, they’re searching for a way to live out their values, join others with shared passions, and see tangible results from their contributions.
As District 7090, we are committed to supporting clubs in rethinking how we frame our invitation to serve. This means shifting our recruitment messages from “join a club” to “make an impact.” From “weekly meetings” to “meaningful opportunities to connect.” From “obligations” to “flexible pathways for service.”
Our goal is to provide clubs with tools, messaging strategies, and practical support so they can connect authentically with the next generation of Rotarians. Together, we can position Rotary not only as an organization with a proud history, but also as a vibrant, modern movement of volunteers making lasting change in our communities and around the world.
As we reflect on this opportunity, we invite you to consider your own story of service. Why do you Volunteer - Why Rotary?
Question: Are you glad you are a Rotarian? Do you think there are people in your community that might be interested in becoming a member or learning more about your club or RI?
Rotary is always seeking members ready to join and contribute to their local and global communities.
One way to attract members, supporters, or volunteers, is by publicizing your club, your projects, your achievements and your community partnerships.
Your district Public Image committee is providing resources to make that job easier on the D7090 WEBSITEunder Committees - Public Image.
📌JOIN US! for a Public Image Huddlevia Zoom on Monday, Oct. 27, an informal session, open to anyone interested in Public Image: Club President, Public Relations Chair, Club or Committee Newsletter Rep, a Committee Member, or just a Rotarian looking for better ways to share your Rotary story.
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
This is the perfect space to: ✔️ Ask questions about Public Image Tools & Strategies ✔️ Share what’s working for your Club ✔️ Connect with others throughout the District
The 2025 CanAm Ride celebrates community connections across the border, the lasting friendship between the U.S. and Canada, and the brave souls who sought freedom via the Underground Railroad. Enjoy scenic routes through both the U.S. and Canada, with a meaningful stop at Freedom Park in Fort Erie, and finish with a delicious lunch afterward.
Why We Ride
This event also supports an important cause: fundraising forkids’ helmets, community bike programs, and fishing opportunities. Your support helps underserved youth learn outdoor skills like safe bicycling and fishing, while connecting them to healthy, active recreation.
Registration is free, but please consider making a donation to help us continue this work. Suggested donation levels include:
$25 – Provides 2 kids with bike helmets with LED safety lights
As many of you know, our club has always been very supportive of the Akron-Newstead Bike Path.
Recently our Rotarians, along with some assistance from the Village of Akron, ripped up, cut and replaced the top deck so it will be safer for everyone who rides by there.
Our club always tries to lead by example with the motto of “Service Above Self.” See photos in "Read more..."
PHOTO: This past week, our club had the honor of installing a new member into our organization, and we couldn't be more excited. We welcome Jill Odachowski into Rotary!
The Rotary Club of Batavia, NY is holding its 2026 Corvette Raffle – tickets are just $50 each, 3 for $125, or 4 for $150.
Only 4,500 tickets will be sold!
The grand prize drawing is January 16, 2026 (Live on Facebook), plus 10 additional $500 prizes and three Early Bird $500 drawings on Oct 21, Nov 18, and Dec 16.
🎟 Get your tickets today at BataviaRotaryRaffle.com – proceeds support local community projects.
The Batavia Rotary Club is proud to celebrate our fellow Rotarian, Dan Fischer, on his induction into the Buffalo Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame. Dan is the very first honoree in the newly created Western New York Broadcaster category, a recognition of his outstanding career and lifelong dedication to community-centered journalism.
From his early days as a radio journalist to his decades of leadership at WBTA in Batavia, Dan has exemplified the values of integrity, service, and commitment to community. Alongside his wife, Debbie, Dan has supported countless local initiatives and embodied Rotary’s motto of Service Above Self.
Please join us in congratulating Dan on this well-deserved honor and celebrating his lasting impact on both broadcasting and our community.
Admission: $20 + 3 "nonperishable" food items (i.e., canned goods, dry goods, dehydrated fruits and vegetables, to be donated to a food pantry) OR $25
Features:
10 Local Chefs
Live music
Free chili tasting. Vote for your favorite!
Cash bar.
You’ll be intrigued by our silent auction items, including a legendary “3-Hour Cruise” of Lake Erie on the 32’ Tartanic, musical instruments, personal care items, artwork, dinner theater tickets, camping gear, a 716 Water Buffalo Club cap and membership, Buffalo Landmark Tours, and a Mink Teddy Bear Picnic Basket.
Our fundraisers support:
A Global Grant to provide latrines for 250 families in rural Nepal.
A $1,000 Scholarship to a local high school senior to pursue further education.
A Lending Library on the Kevin Guest House campus on Ellicott Street.
BNMC Rotarians help maintain the Greenway Bike Path by Rotary Row at the foot of Porter Avenue. We’ve installed benches and a bike fix-it station, complete with tools for bikers needing minor repair during their ride.
589 Ellicott St., Buffalo, NY 14203 - On the ConnectLife Bus
Wednesday, Oct. 15
9:00 AM - NOON
October donors will receive a Bills phone wallet AND, each week, be entered into a raffle for a chance to win one of three pairs of tickets to a regular season Buffalo Bills home game in the all-inclusive M&T Bank Club.
The Rotary Club of the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus gathered in Bidwell Park for their final meeting of summer 2025.
The mostly social event was made even more delightful by the presence of the BNMC Canine Crew—Betty Ann, Ellie, and Pickles.
During the gathering, member Patti Johnson shared a mini-grandfather clock she had won years ago in an auction. Legend has it the clock was crafted by the late Roy Sheldrick, a legendary District 7090 Rotarian whose work helped bring more than 200 wells to communities in Haiti.
Inspired by its history, it was suggested the clock become a perpetual club award, presented each year to a Rotarian who has made a notable contribution—whether as an outgoing officer, a membership builder, a project leader, or someone who went above and beyond in service to Rotary, BNMC, or the community.
The honoree will display the clock for a year (either proudly on the mantle or tucked safely away in a closet!) before passing it along to the next recipient. A plaque will also be affixed to the clock, recording the names of those recognized for their service.
Buffalo Rotarians played host to Shea’s Performing Arts Center CEO Brian Higgins. The former WNY Congressman was eager to fill us in on the exciting plans to expand Shea’s. The plan includes a large glassed-in area, large volume elevators, and dozens of new bathrooms (which drew a warm round of applause).
Brian Higgins had much more to say about the city and the transformation we went through economically and by losing more than half of our once 625,000 plus population. His take on the use of major roadways like the Scajaquada Expressway was to use major roadways already in place of highways to strengthen our community.
It was a great day to be a Rotarian! Thank you, Brian Higgins, for your insight and leadership for WNY!
Rotary Club of Buffalo members had a beautiful day for an entertaining tour of Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Re-enactors told the story of the seven Sullivan sisters, General Riley who captained the Buffalo Barracks and Mrs. St. John, the mother of eleven children who held her own when the British burned the entire city of Buffalo.
This was a perfect adventure and one that gave us more respect for those who
went before us to build western New York up to the great place it is to live today.
PHOTO: Forest Lawn Tour Guide, Margaret Brechtel, Carolyn Murray
Highlights of the past month for Buffalo Sunrise feature several new Rotary guests and members. We are pleased to welcome Alix Hougardy, inbound RYE student from Belgium, as she begins her school year at City Honors.
Alix and President Jill listened to a fascinating presentation from soon to be member Wahid Sanjar. Wahid, a professor at American University of Afghanistan, spoke about the challenges of educating girls, most of whom are forced to end their education at age 12. He emphasized the good work of the University to counter this most difficult circumstance.
Closer to home, our Treasurer Jeff Lebsack, shows off the new Little Library, which will soon be installed at Towpath Park and will be filled with child-focused books. We look forward to a final cleanup at our section of the Niagara River Greenway Trail and pollinator garden, an attractive feature for the many residents and visitors to the area.
Our newest member, Anita Lakareber was inducted and warmly welcomed by President Jill. Anita gave an inspiring response expressing the honor of becoming a Rotarian in our club.
Each fall members and friends of Dundas Valley Sunrise visit local farms and pick over whatever remains after harvest.
This was the third year visiting Hildian Farms in St. George Ontario where fifteen of us picked 60 bushels of butternut squash.
One of the club’s newest members, Catherine Bishop (PHOTO LEFT), was able to rally Oliva Austin and Brody Bishop to help.
Fraser Forrest (PHOTO RIGHT), Ralph and Barb Montesanto, and past Rotarian Sarah Lampson who brought four members of a boys’ basketball team, and her friend Antoinette and grandson joined the harvest.
As well, Mark Schipper who was waiting to be inducted into the club joined along with his truck.
All the harvest was distributed within a week.
Recipients were Good Shepherd, St. Matthew’s House, Out of the Cold, Neighbour to Neighbour, Living Rock Ministries Youth Resources, Indwell, The Hub, the Salvation Army Food Bank in Dundas, Hamilton Jewish Family Services Food Bank, Ancaster Community Services Food Bank and the YWCA.
The Rotary Club of Flamborough AM presents A NIGHT WITH THE KINGS on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 7:00pm - 11:00pm.
Come to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 551, 79 Hamilton Street North, Waterdown and enjoy an evening of fellowship along with the musical stylings of three Elvis tribute artists.
Gordie McNeil, Bobby Allen and Richard Wolfe will sing their renditions of the timeless hits of Elvis.
Light snacks will be provided and there will be a cash bar available during the event.
Tickets are $25 + fees, available online at Eventbrite
It’s Rotary Club of Fonthill Purse Bingo Time Again!
The Purse Bingo Team of the Rotary Club of Fonthill is excited to announce our exciting Annual Purse Bingo event is ready to go. This year’s Purse Bingo will be held at the Meridian Community Centre in Fonthill in the Accursi Room on Friday, November 7th. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the games will start at 7 p.m.
The Team is collecting sponsorships for 10 designer purses and is preparing for an exciting evening of fun for the community. All proceeds from our Purse Bingo evening will go towards the Pathstone Youth Mental HealthSatellite program that is held at the Meridian Community Centre in Fonthill.
If you or your company wishes to sponsor a purse for $250 you will get one ticket, first chance at reserving a full table and the opportunity to be announced as one of our valued sponsors.
We are also gladly accepting donations from local businesses for our highly anticipated Luxury Gift Package. Should you wish to be a purse sponsor or make a donation please contact our team.
Tickets for the first 10 games for the designer purses are sold for $50. There will be an additional game, at an extra cost for a luxury prize to be announced as well as 50/50 tickets. Cash bar.
The Grand Island club contributed $150 to the Grand Island Memorial Library Garden fund to finalize plans to lay a plaque honoring Richard Earne, a 42-year member of the Grand Island Library board.
Dick was a long-time Rotarian and past District Governor (and who, among other accomplishments, introduced RLI and EarlyAct to our District).
He envisioned the creation of this garden to fulfill a goal he had of extending the usable library space to include a comfortable outdoor seating area for patrons to enjoy.
Spread the word. Join us for our 3rd Thursday Mobile Food Pantry.
Grand Island has this food distribution on Grand Island in October then we will be encouraging those in need to contact the Salvation Army office on Broad Street in Tonawanda.
The program has been very successful, and we hope to pick back up in May next year.
It is a drive-thru pantry and all you need is your ID and proof of address.
WHEN: OCT 16
9:15 AM while supplies last
WHERE: Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY 14072
Fresh produce, dairy, meat, fresh vegetables, and more!
On Sept. 8, 2025, the Rotary Club of Grimsby hosted the first of a series of Meet a Professional or Hobbyist Nights at the Grimsby Public Library.
This initial session was led by Harry Pelissero, a former Ontario MPP, a former general manager of the Egg Farmers of Ontario, and an active Rotarian.
Harry shared his extensive knowledge of eggs, egg farming, and egg marketing, all complemented by charming stories of growing up on a Niagara egg farm.
Meet a Professional or Hobbyist Nights are a collaborative effort between the Rotary Club of Grimsby and the Grimsby Public Library.
“It is a way that we, as Rotarians, can give a gift to our community and engage more closely,” said Azam Foda.
Meet a Professional or Hobbyist Nights will be held monthly. The topics will include gardening, financial and estate planning, coaching Special Olympics athletes, and more.
IN BENEFIT OF THE ROTARY CHILDREN’S FUND AND CHRISTMAS TREE OF HOPE
Get ready, Hamilton — we’re bringing tuxedos, timeless tunes, and a touch of old-school glamour to The Venetian Club this fall!
The Rotary Club of Hamilton proudly presents Paul Anthony Gordon & The All of Me Band, an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment in support of the Rotary Children’s Fund.
WHAT’S “ALL OF ME” ALL ABOUT?
Think Vegas, baby — but make it classy. “All of Me” is a high-energy song-and-dance act that celebrates the golden era of crooners, swing, and jazz. We’re talking hits from a time when entertainers had pipes, wore tuxedos, and knew how to work a room.
Paul Anthony Gordon and his all-star band are set to take you on a dazzling stroll down memory lane, packed with musical nostalgia and timeless class. If you love Sinatra, Bublé, or just a well-dressed man with a mic — this night is for you.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
Location: The Venetian Club – 269 John Street North, Hamilton
Cocktails: 5:30 PM
Buffet Dinner & Show: 6:30 PM
Tickets: $100 each (and yes, that includes dinner — we’re Rotary, not rockstars)
At the Hamilton AM Rotary’s September 10 morning meeting, members were treated to an excellent presentation by Lianna Genovese, a McMaster Engineering graduate who told the tale of a true Hamiltonian success story! Lianna and her team have filled a void - allowing those with limited hand control to use a tabletop device called "Guided Hands" to write, draw, paint and use touch screen devices. Children who have never been able to crate a "Mother's Day Card" have been able to achieve a new form of communication for them, making mothers cry and fathers so grateful. Adults who, through accident or disease, have lost hand control can now create or communicate - regaining past abilities.
This device is so simple - mechanical - no need for batteries or plug ins. It is flexible so it can be adjusted depending on disability, and it is durable. It is being purchased all over the world by schools. rehab programs and by families themselves as it is affordable. Guided Hands is now used in schools, hospitals, and homes across 24 countries. Lianna, in showcasing this product, has won over 40 awards; including the James Dyson Engineering Award, the Forbes 30 Under 30, and The Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award.
PHOTO (L to R): Lianna Genovese; Past-President Mark Ewer; President-Elect John Mokrycke
At the September 3 Hamilton AM Rotary club meeting members were excited to welcome Christina Birmingham, HR/Operations Manager and Co-Owner of Birmingham Consulting, a leading information and cyber security firm based in Waterdown, ON. Christina shared insights on how businesses can protect themselves against digital fraud and financial loss in today’s ever-changing cyber landscape.
Christine suggested that members probably think hackers look like people in dark hoodies in dark rooms, but she explained that most hacks are done by bots and programs designed to find vulnerabilities in business systems. That means that a business doesn’t have to be targeted to be attacked – you simply must be found.
She further explained that cyber-attacks can be like storms or weather events. Mother Nature isn’t out to get you, but you’ll still get hit. Birmingham Consulting can help members develop strong security that can help businesses weather the storm.
PHOTO: Christine Birmingham (L) and club member Cathy MacFarlane
Hamilton AM Rotary members recently welcomed Heather Kanabe, Executive Director of Telling Tales children's festival. This year's festival on Oct 17th returns to Hendrie Park at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington.
Telling Tales' mission is "to deliver outstanding literary programming for children and youth that raises awareness of the necessity of literacy in our community". The Hamilton AM club has been a funding partner from the beginning - for 16 years. Members have often volunteered at the festival in the past.
In 2024, Telling Tales featured over 120 children's authors, illustrators, and performers. Along with 67 presentations at the September 21, 22 festival, there were 15 virtual and live school and community presentations. The annual festival is very popular with over 59% new attendees in 2024 and 94% indicated they would recommend Telling Tales to someone else. Along with live streamed events, there were 17 in-person EarlyON and community presentations across Hamilton in French and English.
Telling Tales enjoys a partnership with Hamilton AM Rotary's Imagine in the Park children's arts festival. At the Imagine annual June festival, Telling Tales brings authors who engage children in storytelling. In return, Imagine volunteers and artists will host a children's arts workshop each day of the 2-day Telling Tales festival, October 4, 5. Hamilton AM Rotary members are currently signing up for shifts at the upcoming Telling Tales festival.
Heather’s presentation included an excellent slide show of results from 2024 and future plans for the festival.
Hamilton Stoney Creek Grape Harvest: Food for Life
Several of our members gather each Fall at the home of Rotarian Norbert Augustine’s vineyard to harvest grapes.
Members, family and friends fill crates which are delivered to Food for Life, a wonderful organization who re-distributes fresh food to local charities and schools.
Photos courtesy of Rotarian Martina Bainbridge & Norbert Augustine
Jamestown Rotary Club Welcomes Representative from Historic Chautauqua Lake Vessel
A long-time volunteer and current co-president of the Bemus-Point Stow Ferry in Chautauqua County was a guest speaker for the Rotary Club of Jamestown during its September 15 meeting.
Jay Kuntz shared details about the history of the vessel and also explained what has helped to make its operation a success during its many years of service.
PHOTO: The Rotary Club of Jamestown’s Vince Horrigan (left) introduced Jay Kuntz (right) during the club’s weekly meeting on September 15.
Kuntz shared details about the Bemus Point – Stow Ferry, which has been in service on Chautauqua Lake since 1811.
Joining the two was Michelle Jones (center), 2025-26 club president.
The Lewiston/NOTL Rotary did again what it does best, Sell HOT DOGs in support of a worthy cause.
At the Terry Fox Run in Niagara-on-the-Lake on September 14, both US and Canadian members of this proudly Bi-National Club did their "thing" to raise funds for the Terry Fox Foundation.
According to the foundation, it's mission is "to honor Terry Fox's legacy by continuing his dream of a world without cancer, uniting communities, and investing in collaborative research aimed at improving cancer detection, treatment, and patient outcomes."
Messiah Lutheran, 915 Oneida St, Lewiston, NY 14092
RUNNING TIME: 2 hr. 15 min
General Admission - Charcuterie: $53.70 (incl. est. $3.70 in fees)
General Admission - Vegetarian Charcuterie: $53.70 (incl. est. $3.70 in fees)
General admission seats are arranged in tables of no more than 8 on a first come/first serve basis.
Tickets for this cabaret style production include 1 general admission seat, personal charcuterie box from the Lewiston Stonehouse (indicate choice at check out), and 2 beverage tickets (wine, soda, water, or coffee).
Be sure to buy early as day of performance ticket prices increase to $60/ ticket.
For RESERVED seating, MUST purchase 8 tickets = 1 table.
Tables of 8 will be reserved under the ticket holder's name in the order they are received.
Click HERE for more information and to purchase tickets.
Lewiston/NOTL President Leslie Scibilia participated at the Rotary District “Participate for Polio” Pedal/Walk/Run event at Beaver Island State Park on September 13 as a walker and actually finished ahead of all the bikers!
Celebrating one of our amazing Lincoln Rotarians, Nour Hage.
On September 18, at Lincoln Chamber of Commerce’s Outstanding Business Achievement Awards, Nour received the Young Professional of the Year Award.
This award recognizes a professional under the age of 40 who consistently demonstrates excellence in their occupation, and/or has tackled the ever-increasing challenges of entrepreneurship.
Nour is the CEO of Civiconnect, a non-profit focusing on skills training for young people.
It was a beautiful day on September 22 and the amount of support we received from the Lincoln community was nothing short of amazing. Some Lincoln Rotary members and friends helped out today at the Community Care of West Niagara food drive. Special help our Rotary Exchange student Joaquin all the way from Argentina.
“On behalf of #CCWN, and the Beamsville & District Lions Club, THANK YOU! We all truly appreciate everyone who was involved in making this annual event a success. Because of you, we were able to collect, sort, date sort, load, weigh and unload this year's non-perishable donations into our CCWN warehouse.”
22,000 lbs. and counting, as donations are still being dropped off, were collected. Also, donations collected were over $5,500 in funds, which is equivalent to over 10,000 meals!
THANK YOU AGAIN! Together we are "Growing our Community Beyond Hunger".
The Rotary Club of Niagara-on-the-Lake contributed $2000 to the Global Grant WASH project in Belle Vista, Bolivia.
Sponsored by St. Catharines, this grant enabled the digging of a well deep enough, and testing it to ensure the water is free of mercury.
It is pumped to an overhead holding tank and distributed to the community.
Twenty years after the Dental Clinic in Kampala Uganda opened in 2005, it is still providing services to people who can't afford treatment, serving 18,000 - 20,000 patients per year.
Niagara-on-the-Lake raised $185,000 to help fund this initiative and the clinic is now self-sustainable with a current staff of 12 dentists, 3 hygienists and 18 dental assistants.
MIGRANT FARM WORKERS & SOCCER; MOMENTS OF SUNRISER GIVING
October is Community Economic Development month and Rotary is fully engaged. In our case, the Rotary Club of Norfolk Sunrise (RCNS) recognizes the huge development benefit our migrant farmer community provides and asked the question - can we take a “Moment of Giving” and turn it into many positive outcomes for our community? This happened for our RCNS this past summer.
In June 2025, the RCNS was informed that new refugees had arrived in Norfolk County and that they needed clothes and household items. This call to action for our Club resulted in a chance meeting with Leanne Arnal Bennett, Director of Norfolk Community in Action Inc & Norfolk Expansion Lead CCSYR. We learned that CCSYR’s mandate is to help newcomers, temporary foreign workers, and immigrants living in our rural community transition to rural life in Canada as smoothly as possible.
Go to the ‘Read more …’ tab to find out how we responded to this opportunity and to learn about other related details. This was a great development experience for all concerned … the RCNS certainly plans to continue such “Moments of Giving” in support of our local migrant farm workers in the years to come … all celebrating Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self.”
The Olean Rotary Club will host its annual Veterans Recognition Pasta Dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at the Allegany American Legion Charles Harbel Post 892, located at 4350 Route 417, Allegany.
Tickets for both dine-in and takeout meals will be available at the door, as well as in advance from any local Rotarian. Prices are $14 for adults, $10 for children under 12 and seniors over 65, and $40 for families. Veterans will receive a free dinner in appreciation of their service.
Guests will enjoy a choice of homemade tomato sauce, made with locally grown tomatoes, by Alan and Paula Bernstein and others, with fresh garlic and herbs or a creamy Alfredo cheese sauce. All dinners will include homemade meatballs, salad, bread, and dessert, prepared by Rotarians and community volunteers.
Proceeds from the event will support community service projects and charitable initiatives sponsored by the Olean Rotary Club throughout the greater Olean area.
The Olean Rotary Club has been serving the community since 1928, supporting local businesses and contributing hundreds of thousands of dollars to regional causes. Recent initiatives include mini-grants for teachers in Olean, Hinsdale, and Allegany; providing dictionaries to over 300 third-grade students; and serving meals to more than 300 veterans and community members during last year’s event.
On Sept.4th 2025, the Rotary Club of St. Catharines welcomed two former Rotary Exchange Students the club hosted 50 years ago: Fatima Barreto from Sao Paulo Brazil and Jesper Udsen from Copenhagen Denmark.
They were presented with a Certificate, club banner and Rotary Ribfest t-shirts.
It was a wonderful reunion and to have the opportunity to welcome them back.
The Club is pleased to welcome Yuuka Kubota, our joint Club’s exchange student from Kamakura, near Tokyo. T
his special Rotary initiative is sponsored by our Club along with the Rotary clubs of St Catharines and St Catharines South.
Yuuka arrived in Canada on Saturday August 23rd and will be staying with Rotarian Beth Fleeton and her husband Harry Claassen until the end of October.
Sixteen years old (turning 17 on October 2nd), Yuuka is being hosted by four host families during her stay here in Canada until July 2026 and will attend Grade 12 at Governor Simcoe SS.
She is a well-rounded student with many talents and interests. She plays piano, sings in the choir, and loves baking sweets, swimming, and badminton. Her academic focus is in math and science, and she is currently looking forward to a career in medicine. As an only child, she has had the opportunity to travel to North America in past vacations together with her parents.
PHOTO: Yuuka is pictured riding St. Catharines historic merry-go-round located in Lakeside Park on Lake Ontario. Rides are still only a nickel!
The partnership between the Rotary Clubs of St. Catharines South and Karachi, along withThe Trust for Malnutrition and Stunted Growth(TMSG), continues to make a meaningful impact in addressing malnutrition among vulnerable populations.
Founded in 2018 by Rotarians passionate about service, TMSG focuses on combating malnutrition to improve health outcomes and empower communities.
Our interventions are tailored to reach the most vulnerable populations—children under five, pregnant women, and lactating mothers.
"Malnutrition weakens immunity, reducing vaccine effectiveness and leaving children vulnerable to diseases like polio.
By addressing malnutrition, we strengthen vaccination efforts and improve health outcomes.
The Rotary Club of Welland is presenting its 9th annual Bocce Ball Social. We challenge you to come out for fun, fellowship, and good food. Create a great team name, uniforms, or costumes, and, in good friendship, challenge others. We will have a pasta dinner and cash bar. This is a great team-building exercise and a chance to meet leaders in Rotary and other local groups.
DATE: Wednesday October 1, 2025
TIME: 5:30 Dinner; 6:00 Bocce Tournament
LOCATION: Casa Dante – 34 Lincoln Street West, Welland
This October 2025 edition marks the beginning of my third year as editor. When I took on the role, I was fortunate to build on the excellent templates created by our former long-time—and truly remarkable—district secretary, Pene Hutton. From that foundation, I began compiling Rotary International and District news, along with club stories and reports.
I’ve tried to make the newsletter easier to navigate. With guidance from Dave Andrews, D7070PI Chair, I added the index now featured at the beginning of each issue. Upcoming events are listed in chronological order, and club submissions are arranged alphabetically.
The newsletter is a powerful way to share ideas and information across our district—and beyond! Each issue is public and can be accessed by anyone HERE. I include links whenever possible to the organizations benefitting from projects, as well as to partners, sponsors, and venues. It’s free promotion for them, so please let them know! You can also share the newsletter—or even just a story about your club—on your social media.
If you come across a story that inspires you, a fundraiser worth attending (or replicating), a report with ideas to develop, or an opportunity to collaborate with another club, pass it along. Bring it up at a meeting; encourage members to take a few minutes each month to explore the newsletter and help spread the word.
Thank you to all the "News Reps" who continue to make the newsletter interesting, and my job (relatively) easy.
I always welcome your input. If you have suggestions for future content, changes in layout, or anything that might enhance the newsletter and increase readership, please reach out to me at pgjphd@gmail.com or 716-830-6173.
Economic and Community Development is an area of focus that Rotary has asked all clubs to focus on, especially in October.
What is your club doing? Here are some ideas:
Microfinancing: 190 million people are funding their business endeavors through microfinance programs. Entrepreneurs use microloans to become street vendors, rickshaw drivers, weavers, and tailors. Entrepreneurs in rural communities can borrow money to buy livestock or plant crops, or get training in sustainable farming.
When supporting service projects in a developing community, purchase goods and supplies locally to stimulate the economy and avoid unnecessary shipping fees.
1.4 billion people — nearly half of them employed — live on less than $1.25 a day
Expand vocational training opportunities, including job placement programming, at local nonprofit organizations
Send a vocational training team to teach business leaders in developing communities how to create a business plan and maintain accurate financial accounting.
Partner with a cooperative that provides training, joint economic ventures, and ownership of assets to its members through a democratic structure
Provide equipment or supplies to a cooperative to increase production and sales in the local market
Support entrepreneurs and small businesses in developing communities. The success of local business leaders can multiply
Greetings from the heart of Rotary! We are thrilled to invite you to join thousands of Rotary members from around the globe at the 2026 Rotary International Convention in the vibrant city of Taipei, Taiwan.
The Rotary International Convention is an extraordinary experience — a unique opportunity to connect with fellow Rotarians, deepen your understanding of our shared mission, and celebrate the incredible impact Rotary has worldwide. Each year, the Convention inspires us with compelling speakers, insightful workshops, and the spirit of fellowship that unites us beyond borders.
In 2026, the Convention will take place in Taipei, a city that perfectly blends rich tradition with cutting-edge innovation. Nestled in the heart of Asia, Taipei offers an unforgettable backdrop for this landmark event. Imagine exploring its bustling night markets, majestic temples, stunning skyline views from Taipei 101, and savoring some of the world’s most renowned cuisine — all while connecting with Rotary leaders and change-makers.
Taipei’s welcoming spirit, remarkable history, and vibrant culture will make this Convention not just a gathering but a life-enriching journey. Whether it’s your first Convention or your tenth, you will leave inspired, energized, and equipped to make an even greater difference in your communities and the world.
As the autumn colors arrive, I am reminded of Rotary’s own vibrant season of service. Across District 7090, clubs are leaning into our theme Rotary Unites for Good with creativity and purpose. September brought us the joy of connecting at club visits, fundraisers, and community projects that demonstrate how friendship and service truly go hand in hand.
Looking ahead, October invites us to rededicate ourselves to Rotary’s fight against polio. World Polio Day on October 24 is a chance for each of our clubs to lift up Rotary’s enduring promise: to create a world free from this disease. Whether through a “Paddle for Polio,” a community fundraiser, or a simple awareness campaign, your efforts keep hope alive for children everywhere.
I also want to celebrate the ways our clubs are embodying Rotary’s mission close to home. From literacy projects to environmental initiatives to vibrant youth engagement, you are reminding our communities that Rotary’s impact is local as well as global.
Thank you for your leadership, your generosity, and your joyful service. Together, we continue to build bridges of peace and goodwill—this season and always.
We invite you to submit information on your club's Foundation news (new Paul Harris fellows, district, and global grants updates and more,) for inclusion in future newsletters.
October 28, 2025 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. | Zoom Hosted by ARRFC Sandi Chard and PDG Lisa Bishop
Are you new to Rotary—or want a refresher on how the Rotary Foundation makes a difference? Join this one-hour interactive session designed to help members connect with Rotary’s mission and impact.
What You’ll Learn
The basics of the Rotary Foundation
How your donations support projects locally and globally
District and Global Grant opportunities
Recognition programs like Paul Harris Fellow & PolioPlus Society
Practical ways new members can get involved
Why Attend?
See how your support creates measurable impact
Gain confidence in Foundation conversations
Connect personally with Rotary’s global mission
Be inspired to play an active role in Rotary’s future
🍺 Pints for Polio – Raise a Glass, End Polio! - World Polio Day
Join fellow Rotarians and friends as we celebrate World Polio Day with a special community gathering: 📍 Kame & Kettle Beer Works, 25 Pelham Town Square, Fonthill, ON
📅 Friday, October 24, 2025 🕖 7:00 – 9:00 PM fellowship at the brewery-have your pinkie painted purple 📸 9:00 p.m. – Group picture under the Rotary Arches
Come enjoy good company, great conversation, and a pint in support of Rotary’s signature cause — the eradication of polio worldwide. Rotary International has been at the forefront of the effort to end polio for more than 35 years. With support from partners like the World Health Organization, UNICEF, and the Gates Foundation, Rotary has helped reduce polio cases worldwide by 99.9%. But the fight isn’t over — and your participation makes a difference. 🌸 Special Highlight: Later in the evening, we’ll gather under the Rotary Arches in Fonthill, which will be illuminated purple in recognition of the Purple Pinkie campaign for polio eradication. This global symbol represents one child, one vaccine, and one step closer to a polio-free world. This event is proudly brought to you by Rotary’s Beers Rotarians Enjoy Worldwide (BREW) Fellowship members.
Despite a brief sprinkle mid-ride, the weather was nearly perfect for the 6th Annual Dr. Ron Mergl Participate for Polio event, held on Saturday, September 13th. This District 7090 initiative has been organized annually since October 2020 by Past District Governor Frank Adamson (Rotary Club of Fonthill) in honour of Dr. Ron Mergl—a devoted member of the Rotary Club of Niagara Falls. Alongside his wife June, Ron participated in Rotary International’s Polio Immunization Days in both India and Africa. He passed away in July 2020.
This year, Frank—now serving as District “End Polio” Chair—was cycling in the Battlefield Bike Ride in the Netherlands, commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Holland and raising funds for Wounded Warriors Canada. In his absence, Co-chair Elaine Richard (Rotary Club of St. Catharines Lakeshore) led the 2025 Participate for Polio ride, with support from Graham Repei (Rotary Club of St. Catharines South).
The group gathered at the St. Davids Lions Club before cycling to Niagara-on-the-Lake. Midway, riders stopped for fresh-baked treats and fruit at Walker's Country Market. After returning, we enjoyed some fellowship at The Old Firehall Restaurant in St. Davids. What a fun ride with a great group!
To date, the Canada side Participate for Polio Team has raised over $7,000 CAD through the Raise for Rotary platform!
If you haven’t donated yet, the fundraiser remains open through October and November.
Introducing Vehae Tjiriange, Rotary Peace Fellow Class XXIV (2025-2027).
We are honored to introduce Vehae Tjiriange, a successful Peace Fellowship applicant, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Dundas Valley Sunrise, recommended by our District 7090 Peace Fellowship Subcommittee and also recommended by the Rotary Club of Hamilton After Five.
Vehae is now enrolled as a Rotary Peace Scholar at International Christian University in the Peace Studies, Public Policy and Social Research Program in Japan.
The Rotary Peace Center announcement describes Vehae as “…a social entrepreneur, civic leader, and leadership and development coach for girls and young women from Maun, Botswana.” Her achievements include founding and leading a program that advances gender equality and women’s leadership beyond Botswana to include South Africa and Cameroon.
District 7090 Rotarians worked with Pinkie Mothibedi, previous District 7090 recommended Peace Fellow and Paul Harris Fellowship recipient, to recruit and support Vehae with her application.
Vehae continues to have regular communication with Rotarians in District 7090.
D7090 Honouring Indigenous Peoples committee needs your help in recruiting students
HIP Y2Y (Youth to Youth Truth and Reconciliation Gathering) is not just a program; it's a transformative experience that brings Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth from 15-17, immersing them in the rich tapestry of Indigenous culture while fostering connections among a diverse group of young people from all corners of Canada and parts of the US.
This extraordinary event will be taking place at Six Nations in Brantford in March 2026. Here is a video (use control click) about last year’s experience. Through a dynamic mix of activities, interactive workshops, and engaging sessions, youth participants will be encouraged to embrace diversity, build meaningful relationships, and gain a deeper appreciation for Indigenous perspectives and contributions.
This year, with our cross-border district, we will be including students from the US for the first time, so we will be looking to recruit student leaders – 2 from the US and 2 from Canada from our District.
Rotary HIP is seeking funding from clubs to support this life-changing program- please consider a personal or club donation to provide our youth leaders with an opportunity of a lifetime. Donate Today
Today’s potential volunteers are often motivated by causes, connection, and flexibility. Many are balancing careers, families, and busy schedules, while still seeking opportunities to make a meaningful impact. They may not initially be looking for a “club” or a “membership” – instead, they’re searching for a way to live out their values, join others with shared passions, and see tangible results from their contributions.
As District 7090, we are committed to supporting clubs in rethinking how we frame our invitation to serve. This means shifting our recruitment messages from “join a club” to “make an impact.” From “weekly meetings” to “meaningful opportunities to connect.” From “obligations” to “flexible pathways for service.”
Our goal is to provide clubs with tools, messaging strategies, and practical support so they can connect authentically with the next generation of Rotarians. Together, we can position Rotary not only as an organization with a proud history, but also as a vibrant, modern movement of volunteers making lasting change in our communities and around the world.
As we reflect on this opportunity, we invite you to consider your own story of service. Why do you Volunteer - Why Rotary?
Question: Are you glad you are a Rotarian? Do you think there are people in your community that might be interested in becoming a member or learning more about your club or RI?
Rotary is always seeking members ready to join and contribute to their local and global communities.
One way to attract members, supporters, or volunteers, is by publicizing your club, your projects, your achievements and your community partnerships.
Your district Public Image committee is providing resources to make that job easier on the D7090 WEBSITEunder Committees - Public Image.
📌JOIN US! for a Public Image Huddlevia Zoom on Monday, Oct. 27, an informal session, open to anyone interested in Public Image: Club President, Public Relations Chair, Club or Committee Newsletter Rep, a Committee Member, or just a Rotarian looking for better ways to share your Rotary story.
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
This is the perfect space to: ✔️ Ask questions about Public Image Tools & Strategies ✔️ Share what’s working for your Club ✔️ Connect with others throughout the District
The 2025 CanAm Ride celebrates community connections across the border, the lasting friendship between the U.S. and Canada, and the brave souls who sought freedom via the Underground Railroad. Enjoy scenic routes through both the U.S. and Canada, with a meaningful stop at Freedom Park in Fort Erie, and finish with a delicious lunch afterward.
Why We Ride
This event also supports an important cause: fundraising forkids’ helmets, community bike programs, and fishing opportunities. Your support helps underserved youth learn outdoor skills like safe bicycling and fishing, while connecting them to healthy, active recreation.
Registration is free, but please consider making a donation to help us continue this work. Suggested donation levels include:
$25 – Provides 2 kids with bike helmets with LED safety lights
As many of you know, our club has always been very supportive of the Akron-Newstead Bike Path.
Recently our Rotarians, along with some assistance from the Village of Akron, ripped up, cut and replaced the top deck so it will be safer for everyone who rides by there.
Our club always tries to lead by example with the motto of “Service Above Self.” See photos in "Read more..."
PHOTO: This past week, our club had the honor of installing a new member into our organization, and we couldn't be more excited. We welcome Jill Odachowski into Rotary!
The Rotary Club of Batavia, NY is holding its 2026 Corvette Raffle – tickets are just $50 each, 3 for $125, or 4 for $150.
Only 4,500 tickets will be sold!
The grand prize drawing is January 16, 2026 (Live on Facebook), plus 10 additional $500 prizes and three Early Bird $500 drawings on Oct 21, Nov 18, and Dec 16.
🎟 Get your tickets today at BataviaRotaryRaffle.com – proceeds support local community projects.
The Batavia Rotary Club is proud to celebrate our fellow Rotarian, Dan Fischer, on his induction into the Buffalo Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame. Dan is the very first honoree in the newly created Western New York Broadcaster category, a recognition of his outstanding career and lifelong dedication to community-centered journalism.
From his early days as a radio journalist to his decades of leadership at WBTA in Batavia, Dan has exemplified the values of integrity, service, and commitment to community. Alongside his wife, Debbie, Dan has supported countless local initiatives and embodied Rotary’s motto of Service Above Self.
Please join us in congratulating Dan on this well-deserved honor and celebrating his lasting impact on both broadcasting and our community.
Admission: $20 + 3 "nonperishable" food items (i.e., canned goods, dry goods, dehydrated fruits and vegetables, to be donated to a food pantry) OR $25
Features:
10 Local Chefs
Live music
Free chili tasting. Vote for your favorite!
Cash bar.
You’ll be intrigued by our silent auction items, including a legendary “3-Hour Cruise” of Lake Erie on the 32’ Tartanic, musical instruments, personal care items, artwork, dinner theater tickets, camping gear, a 716 Water Buffalo Club cap and membership, Buffalo Landmark Tours, and a Mink Teddy Bear Picnic Basket.
Our fundraisers support:
A Global Grant to provide latrines for 250 families in rural Nepal.
A $1,000 Scholarship to a local high school senior to pursue further education.
A Lending Library on the Kevin Guest House campus on Ellicott Street.
BNMC Rotarians help maintain the Greenway Bike Path by Rotary Row at the foot of Porter Avenue. We’ve installed benches and a bike fix-it station, complete with tools for bikers needing minor repair during their ride.
589 Ellicott St., Buffalo, NY 14203 - On the ConnectLife Bus
Wednesday, Oct. 15
9:00 AM - NOON
October donors will receive a Bills phone wallet AND, each week, be entered into a raffle for a chance to win one of three pairs of tickets to a regular season Buffalo Bills home game in the all-inclusive M&T Bank Club.
The Rotary Club of the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus gathered in Bidwell Park for their final meeting of summer 2025.
The mostly social event was made even more delightful by the presence of the BNMC Canine Crew—Betty Ann, Ellie, and Pickles.
During the gathering, member Patti Johnson shared a mini-grandfather clock she had won years ago in an auction. Legend has it the clock was crafted by the late Roy Sheldrick, a legendary District 7090 Rotarian whose work helped bring more than 200 wells to communities in Haiti.
Inspired by its history, it was suggested the clock become a perpetual club award, presented each year to a Rotarian who has made a notable contribution—whether as an outgoing officer, a membership builder, a project leader, or someone who went above and beyond in service to Rotary, BNMC, or the community.
The honoree will display the clock for a year (either proudly on the mantle or tucked safely away in a closet!) before passing it along to the next recipient. A plaque will also be affixed to the clock, recording the names of those recognized for their service.
Buffalo Rotarians played host to Shea’s Performing Arts Center CEO Brian Higgins. The former WNY Congressman was eager to fill us in on the exciting plans to expand Shea’s. The plan includes a large glassed-in area, large volume elevators, and dozens of new bathrooms (which drew a warm round of applause).
Brian Higgins had much more to say about the city and the transformation we went through economically and by losing more than half of our once 625,000 plus population. His take on the use of major roadways like the Scajaquada Expressway was to use major roadways already in place of highways to strengthen our community.
It was a great day to be a Rotarian! Thank you, Brian Higgins, for your insight and leadership for WNY!
Rotary Club of Buffalo members had a beautiful day for an entertaining tour of Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Re-enactors told the story of the seven Sullivan sisters, General Riley who captained the Buffalo Barracks and Mrs. St. John, the mother of eleven children who held her own when the British burned the entire city of Buffalo.
This was a perfect adventure and one that gave us more respect for those who
went before us to build western New York up to the great place it is to live today.
PHOTO: Forest Lawn Tour Guide, Margaret Brechtel, Carolyn Murray
Highlights of the past month for Buffalo Sunrise feature several new Rotary guests and members. We are pleased to welcome Alix Hougardy, inbound RYE student from Belgium, as she begins her school year at City Honors.
Alix and President Jill listened to a fascinating presentation from soon to be member Wahid Sanjar. Wahid, a professor at American University of Afghanistan, spoke about the challenges of educating girls, most of whom are forced to end their education at age 12. He emphasized the good work of the University to counter this most difficult circumstance.
Closer to home, our Treasurer Jeff Lebsack, shows off the new Little Library, which will soon be installed at Towpath Park and will be filled with child-focused books. We look forward to a final cleanup at our section of the Niagara River Greenway Trail and pollinator garden, an attractive feature for the many residents and visitors to the area.
Our newest member, Anita Lakareber was inducted and warmly welcomed by President Jill. Anita gave an inspiring response expressing the honor of becoming a Rotarian in our club.
Each fall members and friends of Dundas Valley Sunrise visit local farms and pick over whatever remains after harvest.
This was the third year visiting Hildian Farms in St. George Ontario where fifteen of us picked 60 bushels of butternut squash.
One of the club’s newest members, Catherine Bishop (PHOTO LEFT), was able to rally Oliva Austin and Brody Bishop to help.
Fraser Forrest (PHOTO RIGHT), Ralph and Barb Montesanto, and past Rotarian Sarah Lampson who brought four members of a boys’ basketball team, and her friend Antoinette and grandson joined the harvest.
As well, Mark Schipper who was waiting to be inducted into the club joined along with his truck.
All the harvest was distributed within a week.
Recipients were Good Shepherd, St. Matthew’s House, Out of the Cold, Neighbour to Neighbour, Living Rock Ministries Youth Resources, Indwell, The Hub, the Salvation Army Food Bank in Dundas, Hamilton Jewish Family Services Food Bank, Ancaster Community Services Food Bank and the YWCA.
The Rotary Club of Flamborough AM presents A NIGHT WITH THE KINGS on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 7:00pm - 11:00pm.
Come to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 551, 79 Hamilton Street North, Waterdown and enjoy an evening of fellowship along with the musical stylings of three Elvis tribute artists.
Gordie McNeil, Bobby Allen and Richard Wolfe will sing their renditions of the timeless hits of Elvis.
Light snacks will be provided and there will be a cash bar available during the event.
Tickets are $25 + fees, available online at Eventbrite
It’s Rotary Club of Fonthill Purse Bingo Time Again!
The Purse Bingo Team of the Rotary Club of Fonthill is excited to announce our exciting Annual Purse Bingo event is ready to go. This year’s Purse Bingo will be held at the Meridian Community Centre in Fonthill in the Accursi Room on Friday, November 7th. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the games will start at 7 p.m.
The Team is collecting sponsorships for 10 designer purses and is preparing for an exciting evening of fun for the community. All proceeds from our Purse Bingo evening will go towards the Pathstone Youth Mental HealthSatellite program that is held at the Meridian Community Centre in Fonthill.
If you or your company wishes to sponsor a purse for $250 you will get one ticket, first chance at reserving a full table and the opportunity to be announced as one of our valued sponsors.
We are also gladly accepting donations from local businesses for our highly anticipated Luxury Gift Package. Should you wish to be a purse sponsor or make a donation please contact our team.
Tickets for the first 10 games for the designer purses are sold for $50. There will be an additional game, at an extra cost for a luxury prize to be announced as well as 50/50 tickets. Cash bar.
The Grand Island club contributed $150 to the Grand Island Memorial Library Garden fund to finalize plans to lay a plaque honoring Richard Earne, a 42-year member of the Grand Island Library board.
Dick was a long-time Rotarian and past District Governor (and who, among other accomplishments, introduced RLI and EarlyAct to our District).
He envisioned the creation of this garden to fulfill a goal he had of extending the usable library space to include a comfortable outdoor seating area for patrons to enjoy.
Spread the word. Join us for our 3rd Thursday Mobile Food Pantry.
Grand Island has this food distribution on Grand Island in October then we will be encouraging those in need to contact the Salvation Army office on Broad Street in Tonawanda.
The program has been very successful, and we hope to pick back up in May next year.
It is a drive-thru pantry and all you need is your ID and proof of address.
WHEN: OCT 16
9:15 AM while supplies last
WHERE: Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY 14072
Fresh produce, dairy, meat, fresh vegetables, and more!
On Sept. 8, 2025, the Rotary Club of Grimsby hosted the first of a series of Meet a Professional or Hobbyist Nights at the Grimsby Public Library.
This initial session was led by Harry Pelissero, a former Ontario MPP, a former general manager of the Egg Farmers of Ontario, and an active Rotarian.
Harry shared his extensive knowledge of eggs, egg farming, and egg marketing, all complemented by charming stories of growing up on a Niagara egg farm.
Meet a Professional or Hobbyist Nights are a collaborative effort between the Rotary Club of Grimsby and the Grimsby Public Library.
“It is a way that we, as Rotarians, can give a gift to our community and engage more closely,” said Azam Foda.
Meet a Professional or Hobbyist Nights will be held monthly. The topics will include gardening, financial and estate planning, coaching Special Olympics athletes, and more.
IN BENEFIT OF THE ROTARY CHILDREN’S FUND AND CHRISTMAS TREE OF HOPE
Get ready, Hamilton — we’re bringing tuxedos, timeless tunes, and a touch of old-school glamour to The Venetian Club this fall!
The Rotary Club of Hamilton proudly presents Paul Anthony Gordon & The All of Me Band, an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment in support of the Rotary Children’s Fund.
WHAT’S “ALL OF ME” ALL ABOUT?
Think Vegas, baby — but make it classy. “All of Me” is a high-energy song-and-dance act that celebrates the golden era of crooners, swing, and jazz. We’re talking hits from a time when entertainers had pipes, wore tuxedos, and knew how to work a room.
Paul Anthony Gordon and his all-star band are set to take you on a dazzling stroll down memory lane, packed with musical nostalgia and timeless class. If you love Sinatra, Bublé, or just a well-dressed man with a mic — this night is for you.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
Location: The Venetian Club – 269 John Street North, Hamilton
Cocktails: 5:30 PM
Buffet Dinner & Show: 6:30 PM
Tickets: $100 each (and yes, that includes dinner — we’re Rotary, not rockstars)
At the Hamilton AM Rotary’s September 10 morning meeting, members were treated to an excellent presentation by Lianna Genovese, a McMaster Engineering graduate who told the tale of a true Hamiltonian success story! Lianna and her team have filled a void - allowing those with limited hand control to use a tabletop device called "Guided Hands" to write, draw, paint and use touch screen devices. Children who have never been able to crate a "Mother's Day Card" have been able to achieve a new form of communication for them, making mothers cry and fathers so grateful. Adults who, through accident or disease, have lost hand control can now create or communicate - regaining past abilities.
This device is so simple - mechanical - no need for batteries or plug ins. It is flexible so it can be adjusted depending on disability, and it is durable. It is being purchased all over the world by schools. rehab programs and by families themselves as it is affordable. Guided Hands is now used in schools, hospitals, and homes across 24 countries. Lianna, in showcasing this product, has won over 40 awards; including the James Dyson Engineering Award, the Forbes 30 Under 30, and The Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award.
PHOTO (L to R): Lianna Genovese; Past-President Mark Ewer; President-Elect John Mokrycke
At the September 3 Hamilton AM Rotary club meeting members were excited to welcome Christina Birmingham, HR/Operations Manager and Co-Owner of Birmingham Consulting, a leading information and cyber security firm based in Waterdown, ON. Christina shared insights on how businesses can protect themselves against digital fraud and financial loss in today’s ever-changing cyber landscape.
Christine suggested that members probably think hackers look like people in dark hoodies in dark rooms, but she explained that most hacks are done by bots and programs designed to find vulnerabilities in business systems. That means that a business doesn’t have to be targeted to be attacked – you simply must be found.
She further explained that cyber-attacks can be like storms or weather events. Mother Nature isn’t out to get you, but you’ll still get hit. Birmingham Consulting can help members develop strong security that can help businesses weather the storm.
PHOTO: Christine Birmingham (L) and club member Cathy MacFarlane
Hamilton AM Rotary members recently welcomed Heather Kanabe, Executive Director of Telling Tales children's festival. This year's festival on Oct 17th returns to Hendrie Park at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington.
Telling Tales' mission is "to deliver outstanding literary programming for children and youth that raises awareness of the necessity of literacy in our community". The Hamilton AM club has been a funding partner from the beginning - for 16 years. Members have often volunteered at the festival in the past.
In 2024, Telling Tales featured over 120 children's authors, illustrators, and performers. Along with 67 presentations at the September 21, 22 festival, there were 15 virtual and live school and community presentations. The annual festival is very popular with over 59% new attendees in 2024 and 94% indicated they would recommend Telling Tales to someone else. Along with live streamed events, there were 17 in-person EarlyON and community presentations across Hamilton in French and English.
Telling Tales enjoys a partnership with Hamilton AM Rotary's Imagine in the Park children's arts festival. At the Imagine annual June festival, Telling Tales brings authors who engage children in storytelling. In return, Imagine volunteers and artists will host a children's arts workshop each day of the 2-day Telling Tales festival, October 4, 5. Hamilton AM Rotary members are currently signing up for shifts at the upcoming Telling Tales festival.
Heather’s presentation included an excellent slide show of results from 2024 and future plans for the festival.
Hamilton Stoney Creek Grape Harvest: Food for Life
Several of our members gather each Fall at the home of Rotarian Norbert Augustine’s vineyard to harvest grapes.
Members, family and friends fill crates which are delivered to Food for Life, a wonderful organization who re-distributes fresh food to local charities and schools.
Photos courtesy of Rotarian Martina Bainbridge & Norbert Augustine
Jamestown Rotary Club Welcomes Representative from Historic Chautauqua Lake Vessel
A long-time volunteer and current co-president of the Bemus-Point Stow Ferry in Chautauqua County was a guest speaker for the Rotary Club of Jamestown during its September 15 meeting.
Jay Kuntz shared details about the history of the vessel and also explained what has helped to make its operation a success during its many years of service.
PHOTO: The Rotary Club of Jamestown’s Vince Horrigan (left) introduced Jay Kuntz (right) during the club’s weekly meeting on September 15.
Kuntz shared details about the Bemus Point – Stow Ferry, which has been in service on Chautauqua Lake since 1811.
Joining the two was Michelle Jones (center), 2025-26 club president.
The Lewiston/NOTL Rotary did again what it does best, Sell HOT DOGs in support of a worthy cause.
At the Terry Fox Run in Niagara-on-the-Lake on September 14, both US and Canadian members of this proudly Bi-National Club did their "thing" to raise funds for the Terry Fox Foundation.
According to the foundation, it's mission is "to honor Terry Fox's legacy by continuing his dream of a world without cancer, uniting communities, and investing in collaborative research aimed at improving cancer detection, treatment, and patient outcomes."
Messiah Lutheran, 915 Oneida St, Lewiston, NY 14092
RUNNING TIME: 2 hr. 15 min
General Admission - Charcuterie: $53.70 (incl. est. $3.70 in fees)
General Admission - Vegetarian Charcuterie: $53.70 (incl. est. $3.70 in fees)
General admission seats are arranged in tables of no more than 8 on a first come/first serve basis.
Tickets for this cabaret style production include 1 general admission seat, personal charcuterie box from the Lewiston Stonehouse (indicate choice at check out), and 2 beverage tickets (wine, soda, water, or coffee).
Be sure to buy early as day of performance ticket prices increase to $60/ ticket.
For RESERVED seating, MUST purchase 8 tickets = 1 table.
Tables of 8 will be reserved under the ticket holder's name in the order they are received.
Click HERE for more information and to purchase tickets.
Lewiston/NOTL President Leslie Scibilia participated at the Rotary District “Participate for Polio” Pedal/Walk/Run event at Beaver Island State Park on September 13 as a walker and actually finished ahead of all the bikers!
Celebrating one of our amazing Lincoln Rotarians, Nour Hage.
On September 18, at Lincoln Chamber of Commerce’s Outstanding Business Achievement Awards, Nour received the Young Professional of the Year Award.
This award recognizes a professional under the age of 40 who consistently demonstrates excellence in their occupation, and/or has tackled the ever-increasing challenges of entrepreneurship.
Nour is the CEO of Civiconnect, a non-profit focusing on skills training for young people.
It was a beautiful day on September 22 and the amount of support we received from the Lincoln community was nothing short of amazing. Some Lincoln Rotary members and friends helped out today at the Community Care of West Niagara food drive. Special help our Rotary Exchange student Joaquin all the way from Argentina.
“On behalf of #CCWN, and the Beamsville & District Lions Club, THANK YOU! We all truly appreciate everyone who was involved in making this annual event a success. Because of you, we were able to collect, sort, date sort, load, weigh and unload this year's non-perishable donations into our CCWN warehouse.”
22,000 lbs. and counting, as donations are still being dropped off, were collected. Also, donations collected were over $5,500 in funds, which is equivalent to over 10,000 meals!
THANK YOU AGAIN! Together we are "Growing our Community Beyond Hunger".
The Rotary Club of Niagara-on-the-Lake contributed $2000 to the Global Grant WASH project in Belle Vista, Bolivia.
Sponsored by St. Catharines, this grant enabled the digging of a well deep enough, and testing it to ensure the water is free of mercury.
It is pumped to an overhead holding tank and distributed to the community.
Twenty years after the Dental Clinic in Kampala Uganda opened in 2005, it is still providing services to people who can't afford treatment, serving 18,000 - 20,000 patients per year.
Niagara-on-the-Lake raised $185,000 to help fund this initiative and the clinic is now self-sustainable with a current staff of 12 dentists, 3 hygienists and 18 dental assistants.
MIGRANT FARM WORKERS & SOCCER; MOMENTS OF SUNRISER GIVING
October is Community Economic Development month and Rotary is fully engaged. In our case, the Rotary Club of Norfolk Sunrise (RCNS) recognizes the huge development benefit our migrant farmer community provides and asked the question - can we take a “Moment of Giving” and turn it into many positive outcomes for our community? This happened for our RCNS this past summer.
In June 2025, the RCNS was informed that new refugees had arrived in Norfolk County and that they needed clothes and household items. This call to action for our Club resulted in a chance meeting with Leanne Arnal Bennett, Director of Norfolk Community in Action Inc & Norfolk Expansion Lead CCSYR. We learned that CCSYR’s mandate is to help newcomers, temporary foreign workers, and immigrants living in our rural community transition to rural life in Canada as smoothly as possible.
Go to the ‘Read more …’ tab to find out how we responded to this opportunity and to learn about other related details. This was a great development experience for all concerned … the RCNS certainly plans to continue such “Moments of Giving” in support of our local migrant farm workers in the years to come … all celebrating Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self.”
The Olean Rotary Club will host its annual Veterans Recognition Pasta Dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at the Allegany American Legion Charles Harbel Post 892, located at 4350 Route 417, Allegany.
Tickets for both dine-in and takeout meals will be available at the door, as well as in advance from any local Rotarian. Prices are $14 for adults, $10 for children under 12 and seniors over 65, and $40 for families. Veterans will receive a free dinner in appreciation of their service.
Guests will enjoy a choice of homemade tomato sauce, made with locally grown tomatoes, by Alan and Paula Bernstein and others, with fresh garlic and herbs or a creamy Alfredo cheese sauce. All dinners will include homemade meatballs, salad, bread, and dessert, prepared by Rotarians and community volunteers.
Proceeds from the event will support community service projects and charitable initiatives sponsored by the Olean Rotary Club throughout the greater Olean area.
The Olean Rotary Club has been serving the community since 1928, supporting local businesses and contributing hundreds of thousands of dollars to regional causes. Recent initiatives include mini-grants for teachers in Olean, Hinsdale, and Allegany; providing dictionaries to over 300 third-grade students; and serving meals to more than 300 veterans and community members during last year’s event.
On Sept.4th 2025, the Rotary Club of St. Catharines welcomed two former Rotary Exchange Students the club hosted 50 years ago: Fatima Barreto from Sao Paulo Brazil and Jesper Udsen from Copenhagen Denmark.
They were presented with a Certificate, club banner and Rotary Ribfest t-shirts.
It was a wonderful reunion and to have the opportunity to welcome them back.
The Club is pleased to welcome Yuuka Kubota, our joint Club’s exchange student from Kamakura, near Tokyo. T
his special Rotary initiative is sponsored by our Club along with the Rotary clubs of St Catharines and St Catharines South.
Yuuka arrived in Canada on Saturday August 23rd and will be staying with Rotarian Beth Fleeton and her husband Harry Claassen until the end of October.
Sixteen years old (turning 17 on October 2nd), Yuuka is being hosted by four host families during her stay here in Canada until July 2026 and will attend Grade 12 at Governor Simcoe SS.
She is a well-rounded student with many talents and interests. She plays piano, sings in the choir, and loves baking sweets, swimming, and badminton. Her academic focus is in math and science, and she is currently looking forward to a career in medicine. As an only child, she has had the opportunity to travel to North America in past vacations together with her parents.
PHOTO: Yuuka is pictured riding St. Catharines historic merry-go-round located in Lakeside Park on Lake Ontario. Rides are still only a nickel!
The partnership between the Rotary Clubs of St. Catharines South and Karachi, along withThe Trust for Malnutrition and Stunted Growth(TMSG), continues to make a meaningful impact in addressing malnutrition among vulnerable populations.
Founded in 2018 by Rotarians passionate about service, TMSG focuses on combating malnutrition to improve health outcomes and empower communities.
Our interventions are tailored to reach the most vulnerable populations—children under five, pregnant women, and lactating mothers.
"Malnutrition weakens immunity, reducing vaccine effectiveness and leaving children vulnerable to diseases like polio.
By addressing malnutrition, we strengthen vaccination efforts and improve health outcomes.
The Rotary Club of Welland is presenting its 9th annual Bocce Ball Social. We challenge you to come out for fun, fellowship, and good food. Create a great team name, uniforms, or costumes, and, in good friendship, challenge others. We will have a pasta dinner and cash bar. This is a great team-building exercise and a chance to meet leaders in Rotary and other local groups.
DATE: Wednesday October 1, 2025
TIME: 5:30 Dinner; 6:00 Bocce Tournament
LOCATION: Casa Dante – 34 Lincoln Street West, Welland
The Rotary Club of Formosa Happiness, New Taipei City, Taiwan, was formed with an aim to create happiness and lifelong friendships thorugh community service.
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This October 2025 edition marks the beginning of my third year as editor. When I took on the role, I was fortunate to build on the excellent templates created by our former long-time—and truly remarkable—district secretary, Pene Hutton. From that foundation, I began compiling Rotary International and District news, along with club stories and reports.
Economic and Community Development is an area of focus that Rotary has asked all clubs to focus on, especially in October.
Dear D7090 Rotarians,
Friends in Rotary,
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October 28, 2025 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. | Zoom
🍺 Pints for Polio – Raise a Glass, End Polio! - World Polio Day
Despite a brief sprinkle mid-ride, the weather was nearly perfect for the 6th Annual Dr. Ron Mergl Participate for Polio event, held on Saturday, September 13th. This District 7090 initiative has been organized annually since October 2020 by Past District Governor Frank Adamson (Rotary Club of Fonthill) in honour of Dr. Ron Mergl—a devoted member of the Rotary Club of Niagara Falls. Alongside his wife June, Ron participated in Rotary International’s Polio Immunization Days in both India and Africa. He passed away in July 2020.
The Participate to End Polio USA was held on Sept. 13th on Grand Island.
Introducing Vehae Tjiriange, Rotary Peace Fellow Class XXIV (2025-2027).
D7090 Honouring Indigenous Peoples committee needs your help in recruiting students
Share Your Story: Why do you Volunteer - Why Rotary?
Join us for a memorable biking event hosted by the 
As many of you know, our club has always been very supportive of the Akron-Newstead Bike Path.
🚘 Win a 2026 Corvette OR $60,000 Cash! 💰
Batavia Rotary Club Trick or Trot 5K & Monster Mile
Celebrating Fellow Rotarian Dan Fischer
BNMC ConnectLife Blood Drive
Ding, ding, ding goes the trolley!
Highlights of the past month for Buffalo Sunrise feature several new Rotary guests and members. We are pleased to welcome Alix Hougardy, inbound RYE student from Belgium, as she begins her school year at City Honors.
Each fall members and friends of Dundas Valley Sunrise visit local farms and pick over whatever remains after harvest.
The Rotary Club of Flamborough AM presents A NIGHT WITH THE KINGS on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 7:00pm - 11:00pm.
The Grand Island club contributed $150 to the 
Spread the word. Join us for our 3rd Thursday Mobile Food Pantry.
On Sept. 8, 2025, the Rotary Club of Grimsby hosted the first of a series of Meet a Professional or Hobbyist Nights at the Grimsby Public Library.
A NIGHT OF MUSIC, MEMORIES & MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Lianna Genovese Presents “Guided Hands”
The Word of the Day is “Cybersecurity”
Hamilton AM Rotary members recently welcomed Heather Kanabe, Executive Director of 
Hamilton Stoney Creek Grape Harvest: Food for Life
Jamestown Rotary Club Welcomes Representative from Historic Chautauqua Lake Vessel
The Rotary Club of Kenmore will hold its semi-annual “Shred-It” event from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday, October 4, 2025.
The Lewiston/NOTL Rotary did again what it does best, Sell HOT DOGs in support of a worthy cause.
Oct 3 - Oct 12
President Leslie Leads the Way!
Young Professional of the Year Award.
It was a beautiful day on September 22 and the amount of support we received from the Lincoln community was nothing short of amazing. Some Lincoln Rotary members and friends helped out today at the 
MIGRANT FARM WORKERS & SOCCER; MOMENTS OF SUNRISER GIVING
The Olean Rotary Club will host its annual Veterans Recognition Pasta Dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at the Allegany American Legion Charles Harbel Post 892, located at 4350 Route 417, Allegany.
On Sept.4th 2025, the Rotary Club of St. Catharines welcomed two former Rotary Exchange Students the club hosted 50 years ago: Fatima Barreto from Sao Paulo Brazil and Jesper Udsen from Copenhagen Denmark.
The Club is pleased to welcome Yuuka Kubota, our joint Club’s exchange student from Kamakura, near Tokyo. T
Rotary Club of St. Catharines Lakeshore
The partnership between the Rotary Clubs of St. Catharines South and Karachi, along with
The Rotary Club of Welland is presenting its 9th annual Bocce Ball Social. We challenge you to come out for fun, fellowship, and good food. Create a great team name, uniforms, or costumes, and, in good friendship, challenge others. We will have a pasta dinner and cash bar. This is a great team-building exercise and a chance to meet leaders in Rotary and other local groups.
Rotary Club of West Seneca had a busy September.
