Join us for a great evening that brings our community together while supporting two meaningful causes. Proceeds from the event benefit the Connecticut Burn Care Foundation and the New Paradigm Theatre Company, helping provide critical support services and inspiring arts programs that make a real difference in people’s lives.
Over 8,000 people and 250+ vendors from all CT towns have enjoyed this annual town-wide event. Please join us to celebrate the many organizations, programs, and services the Town offers.
Stratford Rotary will be serving dinner at Lord’s Kitchen on Wednesday, December 17, at Christ Church. We’ll be joined by the Interact Clubs from both high schools, as well as members of New Paradigm, making this a wonderful team effort across generations.
Together, we expect to serve more than 100 residents that evening — a heartfelt reminder of what community looks like when we show up for one another.
In partnership with the Stratford School System’s Pupil Services Department, the Stratford Rotary Club is delighted to host Lunch with Santa on December 16 at Riverview Bistro.
Twenty special-needs students, along with their teachers, will enjoy a festive afternoon complete with chicken fingers, smiles, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus themselves. Gifts, laughter, and plenty of holiday cheer are all on the menu.
It’s one of our favorite traditions — a simple way to share joy, build community, and remind these wonderful kids that the season shines a little brighter because of them.
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Mayor David Chess joined the Stratford Rotary Club on December 1st and shared an inspiring look at Stratford’s future. He spoke warmly about building a vibrant and welcoming town where families and businesses can flourish. He also addressed key challenges, including budget pressures, infrastructure needs, and planning for housing, education, and public safety.
Throughout his remarks, he emphasized collaboration and thanked Rotary for its strong community service. In the question and answer session, he welcomed ideas and engaged openly with members. The meeting closed with a sense of optimism about what Stratford can achieve when everyone works together.
Thank you to todays speaker, Gary Brennan, President of the Raymond T. Goldbach VFW Post 9460 Auxiliary. Post 9460 was the recipient of a grant from Stratford Rotary to help support their Wreaths Across America program. To date the Stratford VFW has purchased over 500 wreaths, which will be laid on the graves of veterans in Union Cemetery, Temple Court, Stratford on December 13, 2025 at 10:00 am. The Raymond T Goldbach Auxiliary Post 9460 VFW will be helping Union Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes.
Stratford Rotary helped out the Stratford YMCA Fill the Bus this past Saturday, both with volunteers and funds. The Club donated $500, and members donated food. Pictured are the Club members and the Interact Club members.
Thank you Joe Meyer, President of the Stratford Lions Club for your insightful presentation on the Project Kidsight program.
Project Kidsight is a free vision screening program for children from ages six months to five years that local Lions Club volunteers conduct periodically throughout the year.
Early vision screening can provide significant long term benefits for children. Vision problems are prevalent in 25% of all school children in the U.S. Some problems that can permanently affect vision are best treated at an early age. By the time children enter school the treatment may not be as effective and can be more costly.
The “Missing Man Table” at todays Rotary Lunch.
The Missing Man Table has a historical background that runs back to the Vietnam War. It was initially established to remember Prisoners of War (POWs) and Missing in Action (MIA) service members. Over time, this tradition has extended to include all fallen, missing, or imprisoned service members.
Stratford YMCA
Off the Streets
HS Living in Color
Men of Color
CARE
CT Burns Care
Home for the Brave Mental Health First Aid
Stratford VFW
PAL
Jared’s Dog Park Bethlehem House Roof Replacement
Library & Historical Society Pollinator Gardens Plantings
Clover Field Tree Plantings
Peace Pole at Town Hall Green
Stratford Veterans Museum Plantings
High School Youth Programs
Two Rotary Interact Clubs
Academic Scholarships
Vocational Scholarships
Civic Engagement Scholarships
Four-Way Test Speech Contest
Youth Leadership Training (RYLA)
HS Civic Engagement Project
Annual Donations
Perry House
BEST
Stratford Library
Sterling House
Local food banks
African American Museum
Annual Community Service Activities
Bike Safety Rodeo at SECC
Dictionaries to 3rd Graders
Thesaurus to 4th Graders
Turkey Drive
Children's Holiday Party
Lord's Kitchen
Epic Day of Service
Children’s Books
Meal Packing Donations
Kindergarten Read Aloud
Fundraisers
Super Bowl Pool
Rib Night at Four
Seasons
Stratford Day Festival
Bingo Night
Golf Outing
Shredding Event
Global Projects
Gift of Life – Children’s Heart surgeries
Global Disaster Relief
Hospital & Water Projects
Service Above Self
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