Today members of the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club purchased and delivered supplies for the VFW Hurricane Florence Relief Effort.
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The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary is helping Kids Against Hunger pack meals for the hungry on November 10, 2018. Community Volunteers are welcome please see the brochure for details.
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.
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club was proud to honor fallen Bloomingdale Police Officer Raymond Murrell with a bench, tree and plaque. The Rotary club joins the entire Bloomingdale community in remembering officer Murrell.
Continuing a multi-year tradition, today The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary assisted the Humanitarian Service Protect with a school supply drive. Club members went to a local retailer and purchased $800 of school supplies. The supplies will be distributed to low-income children from a number of local schools in the Dupage/Kane County area.
Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Fish Release 2018
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 food donations for the Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry.
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Drinks For Everyone 2018 !
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary is hosting a Spirit Tasting Fundraiser on Saturday February 17, 2018 at Quick Fire Café in Bloomingdale Illinois.
Proceeds will go to a Rotary sponsored initiative to provide clean water access in Puerto Rico, as well as funding local charities. See details below:
What - Spirit Tasting - sample cocktails from local craft distillers
Where - Quick Fire Cafe in Stratford Square Mall - 201 Stratford Dr, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
When - Saturday February 17th , from 3-6
Why - Have fun, taste great craft cocktails while helping to provide clean water in Puerto Rico
Cost - Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door
Click here for our event brochure !
On Tuesday December 12th 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 and distributed pre-selected wrapped gifts and food to 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 thirteen plus year relationship of support between the Humanitarian Service Project and the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club.
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. #
On Tuesday November 21, The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club hosted the Schaumburg- Hoffman Estates Rotary Club for a joint Pre-Thanksgiving meeting. Members of both clubs enjoyed lunch at the Bloomingdale Golf Club, and an informative legislative update from Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi !
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 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.
On Saturday October 21st members of the Rotary Clubs in Carol Stream, Bloomingdale-Roselle, and Lisle packed over 6 1/3 pallets of food which equals 43,008 meals. This effort was to benefit Kids Against Hunger –Fox Valley. The meals will help Syrian refugees.
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 !
Bloomingdale–Roselle Rotary continued our partnership with students from Westfield Middle School as part of our regular “Rotary on the Road” service project series. Today was particularly special as we inaugurated our first Interact club with District 15 Westfield as well. Additionally the kids learned about Rotary and what we do; and about the plants and animals that are found in neighborhood parks. The Club members and the kids joined in tasks such as picking up trash, and just observing nature during our lunch hour. This service project was also part of The Green Apple Day of Service, sponsored by The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council.
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.
Continuing a multi-year tradition, today The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary assisted the Humanitarian Service Protect and Kenneyville School District 20 with a school supply drive. Club members went to a local retailer and purchased enough school supplies to fill the yearly needs of 20 kids from low-income families. The supplies will be distributed to children from a number of local schools in the Dupage/Kane County area.
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.
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Drinks For Everyone 2017 !
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary is hosting a Spirit Tasting Fundraiser on Saturday May 20, 2017 at Quick Fire Café in Bloomingdale Illinois.
Proceeds will go to a Rotary sponsored initiative to provide clean water access in Bolivia, as well as funding local charities. See details below:
What - Spirit Tasting - sample cocktails from six local craft distillers
Where - Quick Fire Cafe in Stratford Square Mall - 201 Stratford Dr, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
When - Saturday May 20st, from 3-6
Why - Have fun, taste great craft cocktails while helping to provide clean water in Bolivia
Cost - Tickets are $30 at the door
Click here for our event brochure !
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.
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 Tuesday February 21st, The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary volunteered at Phil’s Friends in Rosell as part of our regular Rotary on the Road Service Project program. Members spent time decorating and filling care packages and making cards that are delivered to cancer patients. Phil’s Friends brings hope through the distribution of our hand assembled Care Packages to cancer patients and their families, consistent weekly support through Cards of Hope and prayer.
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 !
January 24, 2017, marked the 20th anniversary of the Charter for the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club. Members celebrated with a dinner and fellowship at 8000 Miles a Roselle restaurant. The. Club also was pleased to induct Brad Fletcher as our latest new member. !
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On Friday December 16th 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 toy donations, put together boxes, unloaded donations and sorted gifts for needy children. 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 twelve plus year relationship of support between the Humanitarian Service Project and the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club. 
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club has a long history of helping the Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry. One big example is our ongoing service project of weekly bringing food from a local Jewel grocery store to the food pantry. Thanks go out to current club member Chuck Kinnanman and former member Rob Burns, these dedicated volunteers bring the food to the pantry rain or shine all year long!
Bloomingdale–Roselle Rotary teamed up with 6th graders from Westfield Middle School as part of our regular “Rotary on the Road” service project series. Today was an educational and environmental outreach project as the kids learned about Circle Park, The Rotary and what we do, and about nature and the plants and animals that are found in neighborhood parks. The Club members and the kids joined together in tasks such as picking up trash, pruning trees, raking mulch, and just observing nature during our lunch hour. This service project was also part of The Green Apple Day of Service, sponsored by The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council.
Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary welcomes new president Jon Bartlet; honors past president Bruce Dahlquist.
On Tuesday June 28th members of the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club gathered at Jamison’s Charhouse to celebrate the end of the Rotary year. The club reflected on the successful 2015-16 Rotary year with a number of members being recognized with awards for their outstanding achievements. The club was especially thankful for Bruce Dahlquist's leadership in creating our newly designed club history book, Bruce's efforts resulted in our clubs history being recognized by District Governor Rodney Adams ! Outgoing President Bruce Dahlquist is handing the gavel over to incoming president Jon Bartelt. The club is looking forward to a great new year starting July 1, 2016.
The following is a wrap-up of the night’s events:
The club welcomed new member Chris Bryan, William Bahr was recognized as our first Honorary member, Chris Gerardi was honored as a Paul Harris Fellow, Amy Cawley was recognized for outstanding service as she retires from the Roselle Library and Rotary, Tim Jarzemsky and Kencie Zmich were honored for outstanding service, Chuck Kinnanman was honored for another year of perfect attendance. And both Chris Gerardi and Jenny Yockey were named Rotarians of the year.
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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.
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.
Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Day of Fishing
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary and The Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation hosted twenty plus Rotarians for a day of fishing on Friday May 21. Guests had a rare chance to try their luck on one of the many lakes on the Max McGraw wildlife property. The Bloomingdale–Roselle Rotary Club would like to thank Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation, Plano Molding, Cabela’s, and DLA Architects for helping support this event. Proceeds raised will go to help fund our local and international service projects.
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Drinks for everyone!
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary is hosting a Spirit Tasting Fundraiser on Saturday
May 21, 2016 at Quick Fire Café in Bloomingdale Illinois. Proceeds will go towards a Rotary sponsored initiative to provide clean water access in an impoverished area of El Salvador. See details below:
What - Spirit Tasting - sample 10 cocktails from 6 plus local craft distillers
Where - Quick Fire Cafe in Stratford Square Mall - 201 Stratford Dr, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
When - Saturday May 21st, from 3-6
Why - Have fun, taste great craft cocktails while helping to provide clean water in El Salvador
Cost - Tickets are $30 at the door
Click HERE for our the event brochure !
On January 19, 2016, members of The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club visited Spring Hills 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
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The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary today assisted the Humanitarian Service Protect with their annual school supply drive. Club members went to a local retailer and purchased enough school supplies to fill the yearly needs of 30 kids from low income families. The supplies will be distributed to children from a number of local schools in the Dupage/Kane County area. the Humanitarian Service Project posted a story about our donation on their blog.
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
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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.
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The Bloomingdale–Roselle Rotary Club is a service club that strives to make our community a better place to work and live. To fulfill that mission members of The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club purchased over $300 worth of food for The Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry. Club members and their family gathered at the Bloomingdale Meijer store, they purchased nutritious food items that were requested by the food pantry. The Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry serves over 3,400 people a year by helping support families that may be struggling with hunger.
On March 3, 2015 the Bloomingdale Rotary proudly inducted Chris Gerardi into the club. Chris owns Home Helpers Home Care in Bloomingdale, IL. Chris was sworn in by President Elect Bruce Dahlquist, Chris is sponsored by club Treasurer Chuck Kinnaman. Welcome Chris !
On Friday December 5th 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 food donations, put together boxes, unloaded donations and sorted gifts for needy children. 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 an eleven plus year relationship of support between the Humanitarian Service Project and the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club.
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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
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club proudly brought the circus to Bloomingdale; with performance's on September 12-14, thousands of local residents enjoyed family friendly entertainment. The Rotary club invited the Kelly Miller Circus to town and with the generous support of Stratford Square, residents easily located the circus which was conveniently set-up in the malls parking lot. The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary would like to thank our other sponsors, they include: Itasca Bank and Trust, Bloomingdale Township Assessor John T. Dabrowski and Wickstrom Chevrolet. The Rotary Club received a percentage of ticket sales for the circus performances; we will use the money raised to continue our mission of helping with charitable efforts both locally and internationally.
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary today assisted the Humanitarian Service Protect with their annual school supply drive. Club members went to a local retailer and purchased enough supplies to fill 15 back packs with a years’ worth of school supplies. These supplies will be distributed to kids from low income families at a number of local schools in the Dupage/Kane County area. the Humanitarian Service Project posted a story about our donation on their blog.
http://humanitarianserviceproject.blogspot.com/
Due to the extremely cold temperatures forecast for today Rotary has been cancelled. See you next week on the 14th !
On Friday December 6th 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 food donations, put together boxes, unloaded donations and sorted gifts for needy children. 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 ten plus year relationship of support between the Humanitarian Service Project and the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club. 
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary welcomed two new members today. President Jenny Yockey had the privilege of installing Merry Chapman and Gerry Marshall as our two newest members; congratulation to them both! The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary is always looking for new members. If you would like to join a dynamic club that believes in having fun and making a difference in the community please consider being our guest at a future lunch meeting.
On October 22 and 23, The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary helped move the remaining overstock from the now closed Pik Kwik grocery store in Roselle, to the Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry. Over three truckloads of frozen foods and household items were transported; club members then helped restock the shelves of the food pantry. The Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry, which serves 3,400 people in a year, helps support families that may be struggling during this time of economic uncertainty. The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club would like to thank the owners of Pik-KWik for this and past generosity !
Sunnyside Park, in Bloomingdale, has undergone a complete renovation and is now a fully-accessible playground for children of all abilities ages 2-12. The Bloomingdale/Roselle Rotary assisted in the funding of the fully-accessible drinking fountain! Rotarians were onsite at the Park Dedication/Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Saturday, August 24, it was heartwarming to see the children enjoy their brand new park!! The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club, today proudly awarded its 2013 Rotarian of the Year to John Binneboese, Sr VP of Business Development Itasca Bank & Trust Co. John brings his business acumen and community spirit together on every service project the club works on. In particular John is being recognized for his tireless efforts in bringing a very successful circus fundraiser to the Bloomingdale-Roselle community in the fall of 2012. Congratulations John!
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary today assisted the Humanitarian Service Protect with their annual school supply drive. Club members went to a local retailer and purchased enough supplies to fill 24 back packs with a years worth of school supplies. These supplies will be distributed to kids from low income families at a back to school fair sponsored by the Dupage Regional Office of Education and Catholic Charities. All proceeds used in this effort were generously donated by club businesses and members. 
The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary is proud to be doing our part to make sure that cancer never steals another year of anyone’s life. Please join our team or make a donation, because saving lives from cancer starts one team, one participant, and one dollar at a time. The Relay details:
Relay For Life of Roselle Bloomingdale Itasca Medinah
Friday, June 07, 2013 6:00PM
Lake Park High School, East Campus
To make a donation to our team please Click here: Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Team
As Rotary District 6440 Governor Mike Yesner looks on, Dr. Aimee Harris-Newon and Dr. John Bartelt are inducted into the Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary Club by Club President Carrie Fullerton and Rotarian Kathy Maykut.
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