We learned about Veterans Connected from guest speaker and founder Bryan Bradford. The organization supports Veterans and their families through spiritual support, tangible, meaningful assistance, and a sense of community.
Photos by Jim Gilligan
Please give a warm welcome to Dana Wnuk. Our newest Howell Rotarian!
Welcome to Dana Wnuk, Executive Director of the Livingston Arts Council and Howell Opera House, who was recently inducted into our Rotary Club of Howell. Dana brings a passion for the arts, creativity, and community-building, working to create welcoming spaces where people can connect through shared experiences. A working artist, small-scale farmer, and active community member, Dana embodies Rotary’s spirit of service and connection. We’re excited to welcome her to the Howell Rotary family!
J.J. inducts Dana.
Photos by Liz Welch
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We are still looking for volunteers to read at Southwest Elementary THIS WEEK. Students and teachers really appreciate our efforts - and Literacy is an important initiative of our Club and Rotary International.
We need Rotarians to serve as guest readers at Southwest Elementary School (915 Gay St., Howell, MI 48843) on Tuesday, March 3, and Wednesday, March 4.
Reading session windows:
9:15–11:00 am
1:00–2:15 pm
Each reading slot is 15 minutes, and volunteers are welcome to sign up for more than one slot if their schedule allows. After you select your availability, you’ll be assigned a classroom, teacher, and grade level.
Howell Rotary will provide the book for you to read—and you’ll leave it behind as a gift to the classroom. Readers should bring a photo ID and sign in at the school upon arrival.
Let’s share our love of reading, spark curiosity, and make a lasting impact—one story at a time!
Volunteers Needed: Community Playdates
Help Me Grow Livingston and Great Start Livingston are preparing for upcoming Community Playdates serving families with young children across Livingston County — and we’re seeking volunteer support from our local partners.
These playdates are more than just family fun. They are intentional opportunities to:
Connect families with local resources
Increase awareness of Help Me Grow Livingston
Provide access to developmental screenings
Reduce caregiver isolation
Offer free, accessible activities for young children
At our most recent playdate, we welcomed 88 families and 141 children, creating a welcoming space for caregivers to connect and access trusted resources that support healthy child development and school readiness.
To continue offering these high-quality, family-centered events, we need additional volunteer support. If you’re interested in helping, we’d love to hear from you! Sign up to volunteer.
Join the Howell Rotary Walk for Warmth Team!
Thanks to Heather Aeschliman for adding the Howell Rotary team to the event! Now we need YOU to join. Support the Howell Rotary Team here, then join us for the walk on March 7th.
OLHSA’s 2026 Livingston County Walk for Warmth will take place on March 7th at the Oceola Community Center, 1661 North Latson Road, Howell, MI 48843.
Thank you for supporting those in need! In 2025, 146 clients were assisted with over $39,000 in Walk for Warmth funds raised.
Volunteer at Family Fun Day on Sat. 3/14/26
Howell Carnegie Library, along with other members of the Livingston Early Literacy Collaborative, is seeking volunteers to help with our Family Fun Day event. This fun celebration of early literacy and learning is a free community event for families with young children taking place on Saturday, March 14 at 2|42 Community Center. We are expecting a few hundred attendees. Last year, we had around 600 people in attendance.
High school students & adults can sign up here to volunteer.
Join Us In Celebrating Two Incredibly
Giving Howell Rotarians!
At this year's Annual United Way Spirit of the Community breakfast, we have TWO Howell Rotarians receiving awards: Heather Aeschliman and Greg Clum!
This event is hosted as the Livingston County United Way’s Annual Meeting and includes high-profile volunteer recognitions and a recap of the organization's important community impact from the prior year. Key business partners are recognized to showcase their tremendous support of the impact work being done in our community.
Please join us in celebrating these two incredibly giving Rotarians at this inspirational community event.
A strong Rotary club requires a strong leadership team. District Assembly helps prepare incoming club leaders for their year in office and provides a chance to connect with district leadership and committees that support club projects and activities. It’s also a great networking opportunity and helps ensure a smooth transition into the new Rotary year. While attendance is not mandatory, it is highly recommended.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, April 11
Location: Livingston ESA Facility, Building Bldg. 1425 W. Grand River, Howell, MI
Registration opens: 9:00 AM
Fee: Rotarians $18 | Rotaractors $15
District Grant Training Seminar (Required)
Time: 9:45–11:00 AM
Reminder: Each club must have two members attend the grant training seminar. It is recommended that one attendee be the President or President-Elect (for signature purposes on the grant application).
Optional Tech/Support Work Session (During Grant Seminar)
Please bring a laptop or tablet.
Keynote Speaker
We’re pleased to welcome PDG Nick Krayacich, MD (Rotary Club of LaSalle Centennial, District 6400). He will share expertise on club growth and strengthening membership.
Breakout Sessions (after lunch)
Breakout #1 (12:45–1:30 PM): Membership, Club Administration, Treasurers
Breakout #2 (1:35–2:30 PM): Foundation, Public Image, President-Elects
Host Families Needed for 2026-2027 Exchange Student
Howell Rotary is seeking host families for an exchange student attending Howell Public Schools from August 2026 through June 2027.
Rotary exchange students typically live with two to three different families for three to five months each to experience a variety of home environments. This opportunity is open to all—including individuals, retirees, and families with or without children.
Host Family Responsibilities:
Provide a bed, study space, and meals.
Integrate the student into daily family life, culture, and traditions.
Offer guidance on navigating the school and local community.
Maintain a safe, supportive, and welcoming home environment.
Hosting is about warmth and cultural exchange rather than luxury. By opening your home, you help build international bridges and support the future of Rotary youth programs.
Interested in learning more? Please contact Patti Griffith at pgriffith717@gmail.com or 517-282-0411.
Rotary District Convention May 1 - 3, 2026
In Chatham, Ontario
Can you believe that soon it will be spring in Ontario & Michigan?
Spring brings new, fresh opportunities, longer days, and our Rotary DISCON26.
DISCON26 provides an opportunity to Unite For Good and share our community and international successes.
If you have already registered, thank you; if you have not, there is still time.
REGISTRATION will close on APRIL 15TH
Do not delay. REGISTER TODAY
Howell Rotary will reimburse the registration fee for the Howell Rotarians who attend!
Why wait? Register today and then submit your registration for reimbursement!
We are excited to roll out the Red Carpet for you here in Chatham.
New Members Wanted
Do you know someone who lives, works, learns, or plays in our community, AND leads with Service Above Self? Invite them to join us for lunch to discover how Rotary changes lives!
We’re striving to grow by at least ONE new member EVERY MONTH to expand our capacity to do good. If someone comes to mind, share our Prospective New Member Application and help them take the first step toward joining our Rotary family!
Aug. 08, 2026 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (UTC-04:00)
RI Director Marty Helman's Impact Tour starts in District 6380 early on Saturday, August 8 and continues into our Canadian Chatham -Kent Township on Sunday, August 9. Marty will be shown outward facing projects throughout our District that deal with food collection and delivery to specific food pantries used by our stateside Rotary Clubs.
Marty's tour will continue to Fowlerville and the Torch 180 where she will meet and lunch with our new Livingston Golden Hearts Rotaract Club. They are adults with special needs that are training in the culinary arts and retail. Marty's last afternoon exposure will be a Peace Pole dedication in Milford.
Between 5:00pm-8:00pm we will celebrate at Baker's of Milford, 2025 S. Milford Rd., Milford, 48381, our successes of this day. Marty will share with us in an inward facing presentation of our Saturday, August 8 experiences. This registration covers only our Saturday, August 8 stateside celebration at Baker's of Milford.
Tickets - $45 for Rotarians $30 for Rotaractors/Minors
411 North Highlander Way