On October 30th, 2025, Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Chicago O’Hare and friends joined together to pack meals for the Feeding Children Worldwide – Food Pack: A Day of Service event.

In the last week of September, we were honored to welcome Mr. Tariq Karim, Consul General of Pakistan, and Mr. Chad Meyers, Village President/Mayor of Schiller Park, who were invited by our fellow Rotarian Anjam Aziz.

On the first Thursday of September 2025, our guest speaker was Joanne Bollinger, a member of the Lewiston-Auburn RC in Maine. As Board Co-Chair of WISE Zambia, an educational nonprofit, she travels the U.S. sharing its story of impact in rural Zambia—an inspiring and hopeful message.

During the second week of August 2025, our President, Masuo Ishida, recognized Past President Sylvia Jewgieniew for her dedicated efforts in promoting the principles of Rotary International and strengthening our club. We also welcomed guest speaker Carla Escobar, Regional Membership Officer for Membership Development, who shared valuable insights on Rotary club models and membership growth.

The new Rotary year began on July 1st. This week, during our meeting ceremony, we had the honor of welcoming special guests - Mayor/Village President Chad Meyers and the entire Board of Trustees of Schiller Park. President Sylvia Jewgieniew passed the leadership torch to our new President, Masuo Ishida. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mas and wish him great success on leading our club. Mas, you have the full support of all our members. Congratulations!

Today at the Rotary Club of Chicago O'Hare, guest speaker Daniel Summins spoke about Blessing in a Backpack, a nonprofit serving the Chicago area for over 25 years. He has helped raise over $50 million to support children, adults and seniors. 

Today at the Rotary Club of Chicago O'Hare, we welcomed Devin Over, Therapy Awareness Manager at Inspire Medical, as our guest speaker. He shared insights on raising awareness about Inspire therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. For those interested, more information can be found in the link in the comments.

John Ishu gave an in-depth presentation of how Traveler's Aid at O'Hare assists travelers in need.  They need volunteers always.  Our president, Sylvia (in photo) with John plans to volunteer.

 

This afternoon we hosted along with The Great Escape, a Business After Hours Rosemont Chamber Event on the patio of the Great Escape.  The buffet spread was delicious.  Our Rotary District governor, Rachel Ossyra, gave a short informative presentation to the Rosemont Chamber members about Rotary's start, our mission and all the good we do in the community and the world.  It was a great weather day and a successful event.

Charley Cranmer & Diane Jannetto were our speakers today.   Our President Sylvia Jewgieniew thanks them (photo)

Save Abandoned Babies and Illinois Baby Safe Haven LawThe Save Abandoned Babies Foundation helps spread awareness of the Safe Haven law – allowing a parent to safely relinquish their newborn to a person at a Police Station (including Campus Police), Fire Station, Hospital or Emergency Medical Facility with no questions asked. Tell a friend. Talk about it. You might save a life.    saveabandonedbabies.org

We had an entertaining speaker today. Chris Wineland is a national comedian, author, and speaker. With credits including Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Huckabee, and Dry Bar Comedy, Wineland has made a niche for himself in the clean comedy industry. In addition to a national television reach, Chris Wineland also has millions of views across social media platforms and has brought laughs to millions across the globe for over 16 years.  Chris believes his endurance, hard work, and faith have led to a stable career in the entertainment industry.