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"Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves." The Rotary Club of Wellington will celebrate its 17th anniversary in 2019. We are a vibrant club, recognized as enthusiastic supporters of our community, to be counted on for both our charity and volunteering service above self, locally and internationally.
“Rotary Connects the World” is the theme for this year, and I am looking forward to working with every Rotarian and invite everyone in the community to help us improve our communities, locally and globally.
Invitation to Speakers: If you would like to speak at the Rotary for information about your initiative or to solicit support for your cause, please Contact Us or contact President David Robinet
Become a friend of Rotary: you can help the community by being a friend of Rotary and not being committed to the Rotary structure. Come out and assist us at the bottle depot. You will find it inspiring and will be giving something back to the community.
Dave Robinet
President 2019-2020
The Wellington Pumpkinfest parade was a very well attended community event where the Rotary Club of Wellington entered our annual Pumpkinfest Float and assisted with the weighing in the Pumpkin contest. Below are three Rotarians Bill Mitchell, Michelle Kosoy, and Parker Gallant, dressed as the Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, and Tin Man, respectively.
With deep sadness, we pay tribute to Past President Brian McGowan, who passed away suddenly on September 20, 2019. Brian was our President from 2013-2015, a triple Paul Harris Fellow, Rotarian of the Year in 2015 and received an award for Outstanding Leadership from Rotary International District 7070. Brian was well liked and highly respected for his leadership in our Club as well as his contributions to our community. He truly embodied the Rotary motto of Service Above Self. Rest In Peace, Brian. We will miss you.
Post Event Update:
The Wellington Rotary Fundraiser Dinner is an annual event, held in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre, in support of various charitable causes in Prince Edward County.
For 2019, we teamed up with the Prince Edward Cattlemen's Association to present a County Classic Round Up. The atmosphere was informal, just like dinner with friends and neighbours on the farm. It was an optional dress-up event, and some participants showed up in their best cowboy duds, which was great! We served delicious tender Prince Edward County Roast Beef, as only the Cattlemen can provide. We had a capacity crowd of over 250 attendees from across the County, and included MPP Todd Smith and Mayor Steve Ferguson. Wine and spirits tastings were provided prior to dinner, silent auction items were available for bidding throughout the evening, and a live auction called by auctioneer Craig Carson was the feature after dinner. Everyone was very generous, and proceeds from the evening exceeded $35,000, which was beyond our expectations. The funds will be directed to the Wellington Rotary Foundation's New PEC Hospital Capital Fund. Pictures from the event may be viewed by clicking HERE.
Past President Mike Lattner provided a presentation of the current Bottle Depot Operations as a refresher for Rotarians and Introduction for the Friends of Rotary who volunteer at the Depot. Click HERE to view the presentation material.
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With great sadness, we pay tribute to Past President Arthur Sinclair, who passed away on June 23rd, 2019. Rest In Peace, Art. We will miss you.
2019 Past Presidents Dinner was held at the Drake Devonshire. Above, President Phyo receives the Past President plaque and Paul Harris Fellow, and Rotarian of the Year award is presented to Barry Davidson.
The Rotary Club of Wellington congratulates the Wellington Lion's Club on their 45th anniversary of service to the community. Above, President Phyo presents Lion's Club President John Whyte with a Rotary Certificate of Appreciation.
WellingtonRotary Launches Its Own Private Label Wine
It takes a village to raise a vintage. That’s not how the old saying went. But the adaptation does fit for how The Wellington Rotary Club came to launch their own red and white wine. It did take a village to get this wine made, and the people that pitched in did so because they want to help raise money for an important community cause—the building of a new hospital in Picton. NOW AVAILABLE AT LACEY ESTATES
For the full stories, read about it in the Wellington Times
The 2019 Spelling Bee is underway. Shown below are the students from CML Snider, Sunrise, and St. Greg's and Trudy Brown (a.k.a THE BEE) and Dawn Cutler..
NOW AVAILABLE !! Please enquire with a Rotarian near you, or at Wellington Home Hardware
Please pass on to anyone you know who is looking for housing in the County, including employers who are looking for housing for potential employees: www.bit.ly/pechousing
We are pleased to report that the Family Day Rotary Free Soup and Free Reading Program activities were a success! There were 15 soup donors serving various delicious soups and an estimated 300+ bowls of soup were served. There was also a good turn out for our first Free Reading Program community event. Over 60 children visited the play area featuring mats, climbing cushions, jack back chairs, toys, and a coloring table for small children - all thanks to The Hubb. Most of the children were young; 1 years, toddlers, JK and SK, up to grade 4. For more pictures of the Family Day Free Soup and Free Reading Program, click HERE.
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VICKI CHATWOOD is the winner of the Rotary Free Soup 50/50 Draw for the 2019 Family Day event. The winning ticket was #8520141. Pictured below is Vicki receiving the winning prize of $124. The draw performed by Rotary Treasurer Trudy Brown and Linda Downey from the Storehouse Foodbank. Also pictured below is Mrs. Eva Evans and kids at CML Snider Breakfast Program receiving the other half of the proceeds.
Wellington Rotary donated $2,000 to the Storehouse Foodbank in support of their Christmas Hamper programme. Presenting the cheque to foodbank volunteer Lisa Marquardt is Rotary Past President Bill Mitchell, who is also a food bank volunteer, with President Phyo Kyi looking on.
Midtown Brewery donated $1875 to the Wellington Rotary from proceeds of their Art Show held during Water Week in August 2018. About 17 local artists donated paintings which were sold for $250 each. Half the proceeds were directed to the Lake Ontario Water Keeper, and the remaining half was donated to the Rotary Club, to be directed towards making improvements to the Wellington Beach and other water related projects in the community. Thank-you Midtown Brewery, for all the good that you do for our community. Pictured below (R to L) is Wellington Club President Phyo Kyi receiving the donation from Stew Jones and Mark Andrewski.
On October 13th, our club participated actively in the Wellington Pumpkinfest celebrations. We were part of the Parade, and we had a volunteer team directing traffic as well as weighing the pumpkins. On the same day, a crew of us completed the grape harvest for the Rotary wine. To view the photo album, click HERE
The Rotary Club of Wellington is sponsoring a free, online reading program for children aged 4 to 12 as part of Rotary’s worldwide focus on improving literacy. (click on the icon at left to access the program).The program was developed by Essential Skills Software Inc. and is currently being used in more than 20,000 schools to provide individualized instruction. However, it can also be used by children in their own homes, without the need for school participation, so long as the child has a computer to use and access to the internet. Currently, more than 152,000 children are enrolled through 105 sponsoring Rotary clubs. Parents can help their children enroll in a free account by clicking on the icon above.
Click on image above to view the Video on how you can help Wellington Rotary raise funds for the new PEC hospital when you shop online! Click HERE to find out more about the project.
Annual Wellington Rotary Fundraiser Dinner, themed as Saturday Night Fever Disco Ball was held on August 25, 2018.
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The Wellington Rotary donated $1,000 to PECMHF to help with equipment purchases in 2018. The Club is also working in close collaboration with PECMHF to raise funds for the New Hospital Capital Fund, which is a longer term project.
The 2018 Past Presidents Dinner for Wellington Rotary was held on June 5th. Reg Gemmell was honoured for his long years of service as
Secretary, as he is handing the baton over to Howard Ziedenberg this coming year. Alex Lacher was applauded for his successful year as President, and was awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship. David Smith was awarded the Rotarian of the Year honours. The incoming Board for the 2018-2019 fiscal year was introduced. Past President Mike Lattner presided over the ceremonies. More pictures in the Photo Album on this website.
Secretary, as he is handing the baton over to Howard Ziedenberg this coming year. Alex Lacher was applauded for his successful year as President, and was awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship. David Smith was awarded the Rotarian of the Year honours. The incoming Board for the 2018-2019 fiscal year was introduced. Past President Mike Lattner presided over the ceremonies. More pictures in the Photo Album on this website.
Many thanks to all the Rotarians and Community members (parents and kids alike) who gathered at the Rotary Beach for our annual spring cleanup on Tuesday May 8th. over 50 people showed up to sweep the boardwalk clear from encroaching sand, picked up garbage and litter on the beach close to the boardwalk, and everyone enjoyed some camaraderie and fellowship with burgers and hot dogs on the BBQ after the hard work. For more pictures click HERE:
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Please visit the Wellington Rotary Bottle Depot on Wednesday May 2nd. Come and see our recently repaired floor, tour our operation, and enjoy complimentary coffee & donuts. And bring your empties for recycling while you're at it!!
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