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Bloomingdale–Roselle Rotary teamed up with students from Westfield Middle School in Bloomingdale as part of our regular “Rotary on the Road” service project series. The Club members and the kids walked Circle Park and the football field picking up trash. Special thanks to the Bloomingdale Park District, which provided staff and supplies to support this project.

Casino Night Fundraiser 2023

Posted on Jul 31, 2023

Oh, what a night! Thank you to everyone who went “all in” at our Casino Night Fundraiser last night. The evening could not have been successful without the help of our volunteers and sponsors. The proceeds raised are going to such a wonderful cause. BIG shout out to all our generous sponsors and raffle prize donors. Roselle’s Maryann Grygiel won the money jacket competition vs Bloomingdale’s Kiyoko Czech. The contest was a hit! Thank you for being such good sports ladies! Our photographer Leaette Caravello with L Noel Photography volunteered her time and took some beautiful pictures of the evening (link below). Our fellow Rotarian and Roselle’s Village Clerk Amanda Hausman was our MC and did a fabulous job. Catering with Elegance and Medinah Shriners was wonderful to work with as always. We used GSH Casino Parties who were professional and very helpful training our volunteer dealers. We also had Fiesta B Photo Booth there who snapped some great pictures (link below). Looking forward to our next fundraiser!

L. Noel Gallery: https://lnoelphotography.shootproof.com/gallery/22388338

Fiesta B Gallery: https://fiestabphotobooth.zenfoliosite.com/.../bloomingda...

2023 Rotary Annual Dinner – End of Year Celebration

Posted on Jun 27, 2023

Rotary Annual Dinner – End of Year Celebration

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary welcomes new president Katie Smith and honors outgoing president Kristy Malone.

On Tuesday, June 27th members of the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club gathered at Roselle Park District’s 10 North Banquette room to celebrate the end of the Rotary year. The club reflected on the successful 2022-23 Rotary year with several members being recognized with awards for their outstanding achievements. Outgoing President Malone is handing the gavel over to incoming president Katie Smith. The club is looking forward to a great new year starting July 1, 2023.

2023-24 Officers:

President-Katie Smith

President-Elect-Joe Potts

Immediate Past President-Kristy Malone

Secretary-Tim Jarzemsky

Treasurer-Chuck Kinnaman

Paul Harris Fellows Recognition:

Patrick Haugens

Stefan Larsson

Bill Bahr-Multiple Paul Harris Fellow, Bill received a 5th level Paul Harris pin with 4 gemstones

2022-23 Award Winners:

Rotarian of the Year: Samantha Johnson

Rotary Rookie of the Year: Dena Forsythe.

Service Above Self Award: Amanda Hausman

Dominic Froio Community Service Awards:

Pollyanna Brewing Company - Ryan Weidner

American Cancer Society/Relay for Life - Kiyoko Czech

$2000 Scholarship winner: Elijah Matas from Lake Park High will be attending Purdue University in the Fall

Drinks for Everyone - Successful Event Recap

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary enjoyed great success on June 4th at our annual Drinks for Everyone Fundraiser. This year’s event was once again hosted in Roselle, at Pollyanna Brewing with samples of amazing beer, wine, and spirits. Guests enjoyed the food truck offerings, musical entertainment, and the fun bottle pulls. New this year we had expert pairings of Pollyanna beer with Girl Scout Cookies A big thanks to all those who attended and to Pollyanna for hosting this amazing event. Proceeds will assist international clean water projects and local needs

Drinks For Everyone - Beer/Wine /Spirits Tasting Fundraiser

Drinks for everyone!

Don't miss this fun tasting event and raise your glass to clean water! Enjoy beer, wine, and spirits, plus food & live entertainment!

About this event:

Tickets include eight tastings and a keepsake tasting glass. Tastings will include beer, wine, and spirits.

New this year - we supported a local troop and there will be a tasty Girl Scout Cookie pairing with the beer (while supplies last). Food will be available for purchase.

Try your luck at our Wine Pull and Spirit Pull. Drinks for Everyone is an annual fundraiser for the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club.

A portion of the proceeds supports clean water programs. Don’t miss the fun and excitement. Tickets are limited!

Thanks to this year's participants, you will sample offerings from Pollyanna Brewing Co.

What – Beer/Wine/Spirit Tasting

Where - Pollyanna Brewing Company, 245 E Main Street, Roselle, IL 60172

When - Sunday, June 4th; 2pm- 5pm

Why - Have fun, taste great beer/wine/spirits while helping to provide clean water.

Cost - Tickets $40 – Purchase tickets on Eventbrite

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/drinks-for-everyone-spirits-wine-beer-tasting-fundraiser-tickets-621157457677

Rotary Reads to District 13 Students

On Tuesday, April 25, 2023 members of the Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary read to Bloomingdale District 13 students. We were welcomed by Superintendent Jon Bartelt to read at both Erickson Elementary and DuJardin Elementary. The Rotarians had a blast and they helped in furthering basic education and literacy which is one of Rotary's six areas of focus.

2023 Fish Release Highlights

Posted on Apr 15, 2023

On a sunny Saturday, April 15, 2023, The Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary, with the support from our generous sponsors, helped re-stock the pond at Lakeview Park in Bloomingdale. This is an annual event where local kids help re-stock the ponds with bass, bluegill, catfish, and minnows. The club and our helpers from Bloomingdale Park District assisted local kids as they put the fish into buckets for release into the pond.

New Member Welcomed

Today the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club was pleased to welcome Michael Wojtowicz as a new member of our club. He is the superintendent of Lake Park High School District 108. Assistant Governor John Allen Boryk presided. Welcome, Mike!

Fish Release 2023

Fish Release! April 15, 2023 at 10 AM

Help restock the pond at Lakeview Park in Bloomingdale at the annual Fish Release, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bloomingdale-Roselle. Participants are provided with buckets to dispense fish into the pond. Dress appropriately as splashing and muddy conditions are likely. All ages are welcome. This is a FREE event! Participants are asked to bring non-perishable items that are donated to the Bloomingdale Food Pantry. Sponsorships are available- see the flyer below for how you can become a sponsor.

Note that this year's event will only take place at Lakeview Park. Turner Pond will not be included due to construction.

Lakeview Park

240 Broker Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108

Kids Against Hunger Service Project

Posted on Mar 01, 2023

On Wednesday, March 1, 2023, Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary volunteers supported a food-packing event at Kids Against Hunger Illinois. At Kids Against Hunger’s, Stratford Square location the club packed a nutritious oatmeal/apple/cinnamon breakfast. The club packed over 2100 meals that will be distributed locally to families in need.

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Scholarship

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Scholarship

The Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary is proud to announce the availability of a new scholarship opportunity. The $2,000 “Service Above Self” scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating high school senior. Specific areas considered when reviewing applicants are in-school service and community service history, and evidence of a lifelong commitment to service. Scholarship applicants must live in Bloomingdale or Roselle and must graduate from high school during the academic year of application. They may not be a family member of The Rotary Club of Bloomingdale-Roselle.

APPLICATION

Paul Harris Society Recognition

Posted on Jan 17, 2023

The Paul Harris Society recognizes Rotary members who elect to contribute $1,000 or more. Today the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club Celebrated two Paul Harris Success stories. We were honored to have AG John Allen Boryk present Kencie Zmich with her Paul Harris pin that recognized that she is part of the Paul Harris Society. John also presented Bill Bahr with a new pin that recognized Multiple Paul Harris Fellow levels, Bill is at the prestigious fourth Paul Harris level.

Christmas Holiday Turkey Distribution

Posted on Dec 16, 2022

On Friday, December 16^th The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary worked alongside volunteers and staff from the Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry to arrange for the distribution of hundreds of free turkeys and side dishes. Families and individuals in need lined up to receive their Christmas Holiday meal. This is the 9^th year that our club has assisted the Food Pantry in this important community project.

12/13/22 Club Training at Bloomingdale Public Library

Posted on Dec 12, 2022

The Tuesday, December 13th meeting of the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary club will be held at the Bloomingdale Public Library. Club members will have a chance to login to ClubRunner to ensure their profile is correct and that they can navigate to important club documents.

Bloomingdale Public Library

101 Fairfield Way

Bloomingdale, IL 60108

Location - Lower Level A/B rooms

Time: noon

Thanksgiving Meeting- Toys for Tots Collection

Posted on Nov 22, 2022

Today The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary club welcomed The Rotary Club of Schaumburg- Hoffman Estates to Tony Spavone's Ristorante for our traditional Thanksgiving week luncheon. The Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates club sponsored our club in 1997 and we have worked on many collaborative projects over the years. Members were asked to bring a toy in support of the Marine's Toys For Toys Program. Thankfully between both clubs, we collected hundreds of toys!

Trunk or Treat Fun !

Posted on Oct 29, 2022

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Trunk or Treat was a huge success! Thanks to the 45 wonderful and spooky trunks and the great weather over 2000 guests enjoyed a fun-filled day. Thanks to all sponsors and groups that decorated trunks. Also thanks to American Legion Post 1084 for hosting the event. The best trunk was awarded to The Smith Team GMC Realty.

Rotary Dine To Donate - Lou Malnati's November 1st

Plan your dinner and help support Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary at Lou Malnati's Pizzeria on Tuesday, November 1, 2022.

See below for details.

Rotary Trunk or Treat

Posted on Oct 17, 2022

Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary Trunk or Treat

Date: Saturday, Oct. 29th

Set Up: 10:00 am

VIP Treaters with special needs: 11:15 am (please do not advertise this time, this is by invitation only from the Rotary Committee)

General Public: 12:00 - 3:00pm

Number of treaters: 500+ (last year we had over 1500 people attend)

Fee: $25 - Checks made out to Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary, PO Box 596, Bloomingdale, IL 60108.

Location: American Legion Post 1084, 344 E. Maple, Roselle, IL

We are strongly encouraging businesses to offer some non-food items for kids with allergies. Those offering these items will be given a special sign to place out so parents know where they can stop safely. Contact Cindy Allston, 630-980-9082 or Cindy@BloomingdaleChamber.com for more information.

Decorate a Trunk or Host a Game and connect with your community in a BIG way!

Prize for best trunk!

Fundraising Success

Posted on Aug 28, 2022

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary enjoyed great success at our annual Drinks for Everyone! fundraiser. This year’s event was hosted in Roselle, at Pollyanna Brewing with samples of local beer, wine, and spirits. Guest enjoyed the food truck offerings, musical entertainment, and the fun bottle pulls. A big thanks to all those who attended and to Pollyanna for hosting this amazing event. Proceeds will assist international clean water projects and local needs.

2022 School Supply Drive

Posted on Jul 26, 2022

Continuing a multi-year tradition, today members of the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary purchased school supplies. Club members went to a local retailer and purchased over $900 in school supplies that were requested for students in need. The supplies were delivered to The Humanitarian Service Project in Carol Stream and to local School Districts. The club also honored Bloomingdale Walmart Manager Patrick Moore for a generous donation from Walmarts local community grant program. Proceeds of that grant were used to purchase the supplies.

Rotary Annual Dinner – End of Year Celebration

Posted on Jun 28, 2022

Rotary Annual Dinner – End of Year Celebration

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary welcomes new president Kristy Malone and honors outgoing president Omar Castillo.

On Tuesday, June 28^th members of the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club gathered at Roselle Park District’s 10 North Banquette room to celebrate the end of the Rotary year. The club reflected on the successful 2021-22 Rotary year with a number of members being recognized with awards for their outstanding achievements. Outgoing President Castillo is handing the gavel over to incoming president Kristy Malone. The club is looking forward to a great new year starting July 1, 2022. Officers for 2022-23 are

President-Kristy Malone

President-Elect- Katie Smith

Immediate Past President-Omar Castillo

Secretary-Tim Jarzemsky

Treasurer-Chuck Kinnaman

2021-22 Award Winners:

Rotarian of the Year: Patty Burns

Rotary Rookie of the Year: Katie Smith

Service Above Self Award: Carrie Matlock and Wendy Covich

Dominic Froio Community Service Award: Bloomingdale Walmart/ Manager Patrick Moore

Drinks For Everyone - Beer/Wine /Spirits Tasting Fundraiser

Posted on Jun 21, 2022

Drinks for everyone!

Don't miss this fun tasting event and raise your glass to clean water! Enjoy beer, wine, and spirits, plus food & live entertainment!

About this event:

Tickets include eight tastings and a keepsake tasting glass.

Food will be available for purchase.

What – Beer/Wine/Spirit Tasting

Where - Pollyanna Brewing Company – Roselare, 245 E Main Street, Roselle, IL 60172

When - Sun, August 28, 2022, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM CDT

Why - Have fun, taste great beer/wine/spirits while helping to provide clean water.

Cost - Tickets $30 – Purchase tickets on Eventbrite

Event Brochure

Fish Release Highlights

Posted on Apr 28, 2022

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 kids help re-stock the ponds with bass, bluegill, catfish, and minnows. The club and our helpers from both Park District's assisted local kids as they put the fish into buckets for release into the ponds.

Fish Release 2022

Posted on Apr 05, 2022

Fish Release ! April 23 @ 12:30 PM

Help restock ponds at Lakeview Park in Bloomingdale and Turner Park in Roselle at the
annual Fish Release, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bloomingdale-Roselle.
Participants are provided with buckets to dispense fish into the ponds. Dress appropriately as
splashing and muddy conditions are likely.

All ages are welcome. This is a FREE event! Participants are asked to bring non-perishable
items that are donated to the Bloomingdale and Roselle Food Pantry.

See below for an event flyer and a sponsorship form.

Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary supports Humanitarian aid for Ukraine

Posted on Mar 02, 2022

Humanitarian aid for Ukraine

Collection for Ukraine

The Roselle Fire Department, corner of Prospect and E. Maple has collection bins, collecting coats, sweaters, blankets, shoes, socks, and diapers for Men, Women, and Children – gently used and new. Collection only through Saturday, March 5 at this time. On Sunday, March 6, Roselle will be delivering all items collected to the transport location.

Monetary Donations

• Two suburban Ukrainian churches are accepting monetary donations, pledging to send 100% to Ukraine. You can mail checks to

Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church (write "Aid for Ukraine" in the memo), 116 E. Illinois Ave., Palatine IL 60067

St. Andrew Ukrainian Orthodox Church (write "Support for Ukraine" in the memo), 300 Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale IL 60108

American Red Cross

Ukrainian Crisis

There is an urgent need for humanitarian support in Ukraine. This is a great time for the Bloomingdale-Roselle Community to come together in this time of need. We are asking for your support and help to provide aid to the Ukrainian citizens through the Red Cross. A link has been attached below for anyone wishing to make a monetary donation

https://www.redcross.org/

Paul Harris and New Member

Posted on Feb 01, 2022

Today the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club was pleased to welcome Dena Forsythe from Bloomingdale Bank and Trust.
Welcome, Dena!

We also Honored Club Member Samantha Johnson for becoming a Paul Harris Fellow. AG John Boryk bestowed the honor on Samantha!

Rotary Supports DuPage Toys for Tots

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary is proud to continue our long commitment of support for the DuPage County Toys for Tots. With generous donations from the Bloomingdale-Roselle and the Schaumburg -Hoffman Estates Rotary Clubs; and with the coordination of donations offered by member Kencie Zmich, we were once again able to make the holiday season bright for many kids. See below for details from DuPage Toys for Tots...

"It has been a year! As we bid goodbye to 2020 and happily welcome a new year in a drastically changed landscape, we at the Marine Reserve DuPage County Toys for Tots campaign want to thank you for your incredible support of the 2020 Christmas season, which helped provide a symbol of hope to over 26,656 economically disadvantaged children throughout DuPage County with the distribution of over 54,279 toys. In a world turned upside down by Covid-19, social distancing and greater need, we were successful in sharing Christmas throughout our community, despite restrictions and increased difficulties in distribution."

Bloomindale-Roselle Rotary supports Humanitarian Service Projects "Christmas Offering"

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary is proud to support The Humanitarian Service Project (HSP) "Christmas Offering with a $500.00 donation. The goal of the annual Christmas Offering is to provide nutritious food and Christmas presents to seniors, families, and children living in poverty. Every year since 1979, the Humanitarian Service Project has had the loving support of the community which has allowed us to serve so many people in need. The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary has supported HSP for over a decade. More information can be found here:

Humanitarian Service Project

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Fish Release 2020

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Fish Release 2020

On Saturday, September 26^th The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary helped re-stock the ponds at Lakeview Park in Bloomingdale and Turner Park in Roselle. This is an annual event where local kids help us re-stock the ponds with bass, bluegill, catfish, and minnows. This event is usually held in the spring, however this year we postponed and downsized the event due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to our sponsors and the Bloomingdale/Roselle Park Districts for organizing this event.

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary answers the call with support to local and national charities

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary provided support to the following organizations that are assisting local and national needs

$500 to Second Harvest Food Pantry in Louisiana to assist residents impacted by Hurricane’s Laura and Sally.
$200 to a School Supply drive, in of support of kids and families in Keeneyville Elementary School District 20.
$125 to Meals on Wheels to help support local seniors in need of food assistance.

2020 School Supply Drive

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 over $500 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 June 2020 Coronavirus Support

The Bloomingdale- Roselle Rotary Club is proud to help support charities and non-profits during the Coronavirus Pandemic. This month we offered donations to a number of organizations including:

$250 to Northeast Dupage Family and Youth Services

$250 to Rise Against Hunger

$250 to Rotary of Guatemala Literacy Project

$500 to Relay for Life of Northern Dupage- NW Cook

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club is exploring multiple other projects to support local and international partners that are helping in the Coronavirus response.

Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary Supports Local Charities

In an effort to provide support for those in need, the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary has provided donations to a number of local charities. Our donations were offered to the following groups:

Ronald McDonald House $500
DuPage PADS $500
Humanitarian Service Project $500

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club is exploring multiple other projects to support local partners that are helping in the Coronavirus response.

Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary Supports Food Pantries

In an effort to provide support for families in need, the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary has provided donations to local food pantries. Our donations were offered to the following groups:

• Northern Illinois Food Bank $1000

• Roselle United Methodist Church Food Pantry $2000

• Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry $500

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club is exploring multiple other projects to support local partners that are helping in the Coronavirus response.

Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary Supports First Responders

In an effort to provide support for overworked first responders, The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary provided a hot meal to the Police and Fire Departments that serve Bloomingdale and Roselle. We worked with local restaurants including; Anyway’s Pub, and Outback Steakhouse in Bloomingdale and Doctor Dogs in Roselle to provide a well-deserved free meal to these heroes’. The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club is exploring multiple other projects to support local partners that are helping in the Coronavirus response.

Bloomingdale-Rotary Coronavirus Response

Bloomingdale-Rotary Supports local hospital workers:

In an effort to provide support for overworked medical and healthcare workers, The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary provided a simple meal of hot pizza for workers on Friday, March 27^th. Our Club coordinated with staff from AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center GlenOaks in Glendale Heights, we made sure that all staff from all shifts could enjoy a free meal. The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club is exploring multiple other projects to support local partners that are helping in the Coronavirus response.

Chamber awards BR Rotary as Best of Bloomingdale

The Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary Club is honored to have been awarded the Best of Bloomingdale 2020 in the Non-Profit Category. This annual award presented by the Bloomingdale Chamber of Commerce recognizes local businesses and non-profits.

Drinks For Everyone - Spirits Tasting Fundraiser

https://brrotarydrinks2020.eventbrite.com/

December Meeting Updates

Posted on Dec 06, 2019

12/10 & 12/17 Meeting Location Change

Due to heavy holiday traffic at the Brunch Cafe, the remaining two December meetings will be moved to the Roselle Park District 's 10 N. Roselle Road location.

Meeting Details:

December 10th Breakfast meeting at 7:30 A.M.

December 17th Lunch meeting at 12:15 P.M.

Address:

10 North Roselle Road

Roselle, IL 60172

https://www.rparks.org/parks-and-facilities/10-north

Christmas/ New Years

Due to the Christmas and New Years Holidays we will not meet on December 24th or December 31st.

Happy Holidays !

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary 2019 Holiday Service Project

Posted on Dec 06, 2019

On Wednesday 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 fifteen plus year relationship of support between the Humanitarian Service Project and the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club.

2019 Thanksgiving Turkey Distribution

Posted on Nov 22, 2019

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 sixth year that our club has assisted the Food Pantry in this important community project

Trunk or Treat Fun

Over 1,000 children, parents, and community members participated in the second annual Trunk or Treat Event, hosted by the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club together with the American Legion Post 1084 in Roselle. More than 40 local business and nonprofit organizations decorated trunks and handed out candy and other goodies. Members of the Rotary Club and volunteer students from the Lake Park High School National Honors Society helped coordinate the event and welcome participants at the main entrance. The Roselle Police Department, Roselle VIPS (Volunteers in Police Service) and Roselle Police Explorers provided assistance keeping pedestrians safe near the area and while crossing streets.

The trunk voted most favorite was created by Keeneyville School District 20.

Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary Supports Tree Planting.

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary funded the purchase and planting of a number of trees in both Bloomingdale and Roselle. In October 2019, The village of Roselle supervised the installation of three Maple trees.

Rotary On The Road - Westfield School clean up

In place of a regular meeting this coming Tuesday 10/15/19, we are headed out to Westfield Middle School to clean up their park! Meeting time is 11:15 AM and there will be pizza. Dress appropriately.

Trunk or Treat

Join us on Saturday October 26, 2019 from 12-3 pm at the Roselle American Legion Post 1084. We will have over 40 decorated cars offering treats, plus fun games and face painting. Costumes are Encouraged. See the brochure below for more details.

Download Trunk or Treat Brochure

LinksWay Foundation Support

Posted on Sep 17, 2019

Rotarian John Butts delivers the first check in support of the LinksWay Foundation efforts in Swaziland. The Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary stands ready to further assist their current and future projects which include; water wells, a school library, school fee/uniform support, a micro-finance program, and feeding 130 children per day. The Bloomingdale Roselle Rotary is proud to support LinksWay Foundation as part of our ongoing commitment to international service projects.

Whiskey Acres Tour

Posted on Jul 25, 2019

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotarians enjoyed a tour and tasting at the Whiskey Acres Distillery in DeKalb Illinois. Members learned of the unique seed to field to bottle story of the craft bourbon, rye and vodka they produce. We are proud to help support Whiskey Acres as they have participated in our spirits tasting fundraiser for many years.

2019 School Supply Drive

Posted on Jul 16, 2019

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 over $600 of school supplies. The supplies will be distributed to low-income children from a number of local schools in the Dupage/Kane County area.

2019 Annual Dinner and Awards

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary welcomes new president Samantha Millsap and honors past President Kencie Zmich. On Tuesday June 25, 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 2018-19 Rotary year with a number of members being recognized with awards for their outstanding achievements. The club was especially thankful for Kencie’s leadership for the past year plus. The club is looking forward to a great new year starting July 1, 2019.

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

The club welcomed new member Cindy Allston. John Binneboese and Carrie Fullerton were presented with Paul Harris Fellow Certificates. Carrie Matlock was honored with the much deserved Rotarian of the Year, Maryann Grygiel was awarded the Community Service Award. Dominic Froio was posthumously awarded a Community Service Award. DLA Architects received the Service Above Self Award. Dr. John Butts was honored as Rookie of the Year. Dr. Aimee Harris-Newon and Patty Burns received certificates of appreciation for all their hard work.

LinksWay Foundation Presentation

Posted on Apr 09, 2019

Today our very own Dr. John Butts offered a presentation on a potential international project. John’s brother is founder/leader of a nonprofit called LinksWay Foundation. LinksWay focuses their efforts on a single village in Swaziland, Africa. LinksWay’s stated purpose is “Our purpose is to support community efforts in improving early childhood development, educational opportunities, and food security for vulnerable children and families”. Recent successful projects include: feeding over 140 hungry kids each day, drilling a well to provide clean water, and building a school with books/supplies and uniforms. The newest initiative is to fund the costs of a new preschool with proceeds from the sales of bricks that can be made with a new brick making machine. Linksway will be seeking financial support related to the costs of a new brick making machine and other costs associated with the preschool. John will also be presenting to a number of local Rotary clubs in the area. The club had many question for John and they thanked him for the informative presentation. More information about LinksWay Foundation can be found at:

http://www.linksway.org/

Foundation Giving Honors

Posted on Apr 09, 2019

The Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club was honored to host our friend and District 6440 Assistant Governor John Boryk. Today John bestowed a flag to our President Kencie Zmich and Incoming President Samantha Millsap honoring our club for being a 100% participating club in giving to the Rotary Foundation.

Drinks For Everyone - Spirits Tasting Fundraiser

Posted on Jan 10, 2019

Warm yourself at this fun tasting event and raise your glass to clean water!

Enjoy signatures cocktails crafted with some of the best locally distilled spirits. New this year: sample wines!

Tickets include 10 tastings and light snacks.

Join us on February 23, 2019 at 3 P.M. at the Bloomingdale Golf Club.

There will be raffles for your choice of a variety of local experiences and gift baskets.

Drinks for everyone supports the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club's clean water fundraiser. This year proceeds will benefit water projects in Flint, MI.

Tickets are limited!

Click here for more info and to buy tickets:

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary 2018 Holiday Service Project

Posted on Dec 04, 2018

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.

Thanksgiving Turkey Distribution

Posted on Nov 16, 2018

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 fifth year that our club has assisted the Food Pantry in this important community project.

Project Warm Coat

Posted on Nov 13, 2018

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.

Kids Against Hunger

Posted on Nov 10, 2018

On Saturday November 10, 2018, Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary volunteers joined with a number of local area clubs to support a food packing event at Kids Against Hunger-Fox Valley. With multiple shifts working through the day we were able to pack and ship over 69,000 meals for families that have been impacted by the recent hurricanes.

Hurricane Relief

Posted on Sep 25, 2018

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

Kids Against Hunger Event - November 10, 2018

Posted on Sep 25, 2018

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.

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary participates in 10th Annual 50 Men Who Cook and Divas Who Dish, A Taste of Bloomingdale.

Posted on Sep 15, 2018

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.

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary honors local fallen hero

Posted on Sep 01, 2018

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.

2018 School Supply Donation

Posted on Jul 31, 2018

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

Posted on Apr 21, 2018

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.

Drinks For Everyone - Spirits Tasting & Clean Water Fundraiser

Posted on Feb 07, 2018

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 !

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary 2017 Holiday Service Project

Posted on Dec 12, 2017

On Tuesday December 12^th 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.

Rotary Donates Warm Winter Coats!

Posted on Nov 28, 2017

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. #

Joint Thanksgiving Meeting

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 !

Thanksgiving Turkey Distribution

Posted on Nov 17, 2017

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.

Local Rotary Clubs work together to help Kids Against Hunger

Posted on Oct 21, 2017

On Saturday October 21^st 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.

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Welcomes New Member

Posted on Oct 03, 2017

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 Club Welcomes Interact Club with Service Project

Posted on Sep 19, 2017

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.

Rotary Club Restores Bricks at Roselle's Miracle Field

Posted on Aug 23, 2017

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.

2017 School Supply Donation

Posted on Jul 18, 2017

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.

New Rotary Year

Posted on Jun 27, 2017

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.

Drinks For Everyone

Posted on Apr 17, 2017

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 20^st, 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 !

Posted by Tim Jarzemsky on Mar 07, 2017

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.

Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotarians help at Phil’s Friends

Posted on Feb 21, 2017

On Tuesday February 21^st, 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.