On Tuesday December 4th the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club volunteered at the Humanitarian Service Project in Carol Stream.  In support of the HSP's Christmas Offering, the club sorted pre-selected wrapped gifts for children of families in need. The Rotarian's had a great time helping this organization serve the estimated 1200 needy kids/Seniors in the DuPage/Kane County area. This event continues a fourteen plus year relationship of support between the Humanitarian Service Project and the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club.

 

 

Thanks to the generous donations from Dr. John Butts and the Bloomingdale Lions Club, the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club was able to purchase $1,500 of warm coats that were delivered to Keeneyville School District 20.  These 29 jackets will go to the neediest children within the school district.  This event was not possible without the cooperation of the Lions Club, (Lions Club Member Evonne Waugh is in the photographs), Dr. Butts, the staff of the Kohl’s at Stratford Square Mall, and management group at the Mall.

 

Today members of the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club purchased and delivered supplies for the VFW Hurricane Florence Relief Effort.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary had fun participating in the Bloomingdale Chamber of Commerce’s tenth annual 50 Men Who Cook and Diva’s who Dish.  The event hosted by Stratford Square Mall on Saturday September 15th was a huge hit.  Attendees were able to sample dozens of varieties of food from appetizers, and side dishes to main course and desserts.   Rotary President Kencie Zmich served hungry guests her delicious homemade potato pancakes.  Past president, Jon Bartlet served as Master of Ceremonies for the event. Proceeds from ticket sales and raffles went to fund both the Chamber and the local schools.
 

 

On Tuesday, November 28, the Rotary Club of Bloomingdale-Roselle presented Keeneyville Elementary School District 20 with 81 new winter coats for needy families. “Igniting the power and potential of students is truly a community effort and for those children in need, we are very lucky to have such a caring service organization like the Rotary Club of Bloomingdale-Roselle,” said Dr. Michael Connolly, District 20 superintendent. The donation was organized by Rotarian, Jenny Yockey from Friendly Ford Inc. in Roselle. Working with Stratford Square Mall personnel and Carson’s store managers, Yockey secured a monetary donation and a discount on the coats. The remaining balance was paid for by the Rotary. “Their work and the support of Carson’s and Stratford Square Mall is helping to make it easier to ensure all of our students have what they need to come to school ready to learn,” added Connolly. “We deeply thank Rotary for their generosity.” Rotary Club of Bloomingdale-Roselle was founded in 1997 and is part of Rotary International, a global network with the motto, Service Above Self. With over 35,000 clubs nationwide, the service club works to make a difference in local communities and beyond. Photo Caption: The coat donation was presented during the Rotary’s regular weekly meeting. Back row: Chuck Kinnaman, Bob Olson, Stefan Larsson, Michael Connolly, Lauren Schmidt, Bill Bahr and Dr. Aimee Harris-Newon; Middle Row: Kencie Zmich, Jenny Yockey and Terese Cotton; Front row: Jon Bartelt and Carrie Matlock. #

 

Turkey Distribution
 
Today members of the Bloomingdale–Roselle Rotary worked alongside volunteers from St. Isidore church, to arrange for the delivery of hundreds of turkeys, potatoes and sides to the Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry.  Once all the food was delivered and organized, families and individuals in need lined up to receive a free full Thanksgiving meal. This is the third year that our club has assisted the Food Pantry in this important community project.

 

 

 

Today the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club was pleased  to welcome Roselle Village Clerk,  Patty Burns as our newest member.   Patty will be the primary member for the Village's shared membership in our Club. Welcome Patty !

 

Today members of the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club cleaned and restored the commemorative bricks  near the entrance to the Miracle Field. The Miracle Field,  which was created by the fundraising efforts of The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Cub in 2003,   is a completely accessible baseball & softball field located at 304 E Pine St in Roselle, IL . The Miracle Field is part of Roselle Park Districts's , Parkside Park.

 

 

 

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary welcomes new president Gerald Marshall; honors past President Jon Bartelt.

 

On Tuesday June 27, members of the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club gathered at Jameson’s Charhouse to celebrate the end of the Rotary year. The club reflected on the successful 2016-17 Rotary year with a number of members being recognized with awards for their outstanding achievements. The club was especially thankful for Jon Bartelt’s leadership in expanding membership from 19 to 27. Our growth and regular generosity to The RI Foundation also resulted in The Bloomingdale Roselle-Rotary Club being recognized with two awards by District Governor Rick Rivkin. Outgoing President Jon Bartelt is handing the gavel over to incoming president Gerald Marshal. The club is looking forward to a great new year starting July 1, 2017. 

 

The following is a wrap-up of the night’s events:

The club welcomed new members; Jessica Nagy, and Connie Greve.  Rob Burns was recognized as an Honorary Rotarian.  Sherry Shannon was awarded the Rotary Rookie of the Year award. Chuck Kinnaman was honored with the Service above Self Award. Lastly, the Club was glad to honor, Kencie Zmich with the much-deserved Rotarian of the Year Award.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary Grows!
 
Today the Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary was proud to induct three new members.  Our growing club now includes; Lucy Battista, Wendy Covich, and Robert Malek.  We were also honored to host District 6440 Governor Rick Rivkin, who bestowed a number of honors on our club including an award for being one of the highest per capita annual giving clubs, being a 100% sustaining club, and an honor for our continued support for the Rotary End Polio Now campaign. 

 

 

 

On January 31, 2017, members of The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club visited, Waterbury Elementary School in Roselle Illinois, to read stories to the kids.  One of the goals of Rotary International is to support literacy efforts; our club members had a great time in meeting this goal !

 

 

 

 

 

The Bloomingdale- Roselle Rotary is pleased to announce the success of our May 21st “Drinks for Everyone” clean water fundraiser. 

On Saturday May 21, 2016 the club partnered with Quick Fire Café in Stratford Square mall to host a successful spirit tasting.  

Well over a 100 guests enjoyed the sample cocktails from the following local craft Distillers:
Black Dog, Plainfield
Blaum Brothers, Galena
Fox River Distilling company, Geneva
North  Shore Distillery, Green Oaks
Quincy Street, Riverside
Whiskey Acres, Dekalb
This event was both fun and meaningful, and due to the hard work of our club members, the Quick Fire Café staff and the great tasting cocktails offered by the distillers, our club raised  $4000 toward a water project in El Salvador. Thanks especially to Club Members Chris Gerardi and Kencie Zmich who were the leaders on this special event.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary with the support from our generous sponsors helped re-stock the ponds at Lakeview Park in Bloomingdale and Turner Park in Roselle.  This is an annual event where local kid help re-stock the ponds with bass, blue-gill, catfish and minnows. Particular thanks go to Boy Scout Troops 457 and 408 as they volunteered at each location. The Club also collected donations for the Rotary International End Polio Now campaign with our paint your pinky purple promotion. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club proudly showed support for local veterans with the purchase of an engraved brick.  The Rotary Club worked with American Legion Post 1084 as they put the final touches on a new Veterans Memorial Park located on Irving Park Road and Park Street in Roselle