Events

Tom Wisnosky will discuss his work leading an effort to build a $40 million community and arts center in downtown Morrisville. He will share the vision behind the proposed center and what it could mean for the community. Come hear about this ambitious effort to bring arts and community activities to the heart of Morrisville.  

Join the Newtown Rotary Club for our lunch meeting on Wednesday, November 4 at 12:15pm at the American Legion.  Our feature speaker will be Tom Wisnosky, former mayor of Morrisville. Tom will discuss his work leading an effort to build a $40 million community and arts center in downtown Morrisville called "Imagine Morrisville". He will share the vision behind the proposed center and what it could mean for the community. Come hear about this ambitious effort to bring arts and community activities to the heart of Morrisville.  Bring $16 to enjoy a buffet lunch served by Joe Garvey.

Please join us for our Fall Food Drive to benefit Wrightstown Food Pantry!  The event will take place on Saturday, November 7th at McCaffrey's from 9:00am-3:00pm and then a team will immediately transport the food to the pantry from 3:30-4:00pm.  This is a cherished Service Project for our Club under Shari Donahue's leadership so please sign up and volunteer!.  It's a lot of fun and makes such a huge difference in our community!

Join the Newtown Rotary Club for a special Veterans Day lunch meeting on Wednesday, November 11 at 12:15pm, honoring those who have served our country. The program will feature interviews with veteran Rotarians, giving us an opportunity to hear their personal stories and experiences. Together, we will recognize their military service and their continued commitment to serving our community. Please join us at the American Legion for an afternoon of reflection, gratitude, and fellowship plus a buffet lunch by Joe Garvey for $16!

Please join us at the American Legion on Sunday, November 15th from 9:00am - 12:00pm for our annual "Pancake Breakfast" which will be served up by Joe Garvey!  This is a wonderful family event where everyone can enjoy a delicious home cooked breakfast for a great price.  Tickets are $12 per person, $5 for kids five and under and $30 for a family and can be purchased using the QR code in the visual.  Please sign up to volunteer during this wonderful family event!  If you have any questions, please reach out to Mark Craig at macraig@erols.com.  See you there!

Please join the Newtown Rotary Club for our Lunch Meeting on Wednesday, November 18th from 12:15-1:30PM at the American Legion.  During this meeting, we will hear from our Committee Chairs as they share key events and service projects planned for our Club.  We will also induct New Members and / or hear Classification Speeches.  Lastly, we will celebrate NOVEMBER birthdays with our favorite treat, Bundt Cakes from "Nothing Bundt Cakes"!  Please bring $16 for lunch and get ready for a great meeting!

We are very excited to welcome Andy Sanko, Superintendent of the Council Rock School District!  Andy will share insights on the district’s priorities, current initiatives, and the future of education in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of our local education leaders and learn more about the schools serving our community. 

Please join the Newtown Rotary Club on December 2nd for our Lunch Meeting at the American Legion starting at 12:15p.  We are very excited to welcome Andy Sanko, Superintendent of the Council Rock School District!  Andy will share insights on the district’s priorities, current initiatives, and the future of education in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of our local education leaders and learn more about the schools serving our community.  Bring $16 for an excellent lunch buffet courtesy of Joe Garvey.

Newtown Rotary is proud to participate in the annual "Breakfast with Santa" event at the Washington Crossing Inn.  For more than 30 years, the greater Newtown community has launched the holiday season by making the season brighter for Council Rock families facing economic and personal hardships.  The families are treated to breakfast, share their Christmas wishes with Santa and receive a special age appropriate gift from the man of the hour.  Please join us in making the holiday season a little brighter for our Council Rock Families in need!

Please join us to help decorate our holiday float for Newtown's Annual Holiday Parade!  We will meet at 11:00am at the American Legion to decorate the float - it will be a lot of fun so see you there!!!

Join members of our Club as they represent the Newtown Rotary Club during the Annual Newtown Holiday Parade. Rotarians will be walking and handing out our highly coveted rubber ducks alongside our Rotary float!  We will meet at the Stocking Works parking lot at 411 S. State Street at 11:30 a.m. to get ready to parade through the streets of Newtown!  Please note that this year's parade is quite large so please arrive at our float at 11:30 am even though the parade doesn't start until 12:30pm.  It will help relieve any impending chaos with parking etc!

The parade runs from 12:30pm - 3:30 p.m. so please join us!  You will finish the parade definitely in the holiday spirit!

Please join us for a very special lunch on Wednesday, December 9th from 12:15-1:30pm at the American Legion as we host our annual Holiday Party to celebrate the season.  This special day will feature a recap of all of our holiday service projects to help make the holiday season happy for our community.  The Goodnoe Elementary School Choir will serenade our group and we anticipate a visit from Santa to top it off.  Dress in your festive attire, bring $20 for a special Joe Garvey lunch and get ready to feel the holiday cheer!

Please join the Newtown Rotary Club for our Lunch Meeting on Wednesday, December 16th from 12:15-1:30PM at the American Legion.  During this meeting, we will hear from our Committee Chairs as they share key events and service projects planned for our Club.  We will also induct New Members and / or hear Classification Speeches.  Lastly, we will celebrate DECEMBER birthdays with our favorite treat, Bundt Cakes from "Nothing Bundt Cakes"!  Please bring $16 for lunch and get ready for a great meeting!

Please join us to unpack and lay wreaths on the gravestones of our veterans.  This is a very moving and wonderful service project and we hope you will sign up.  The wreath laying begins at 8:00am with a ceremony at 11:45am.  We recommend arriving well before 8:00am to get parking and get settled before the crowds come.  Thank you!

Please join the Newtown Rotary Club on January 9th from 3:00-5:00pm as we host a Multi-Club Rotary Book Club, bringing Rotarians together across clubs to share great reads, spark meaningful conversations, and build lasting friendships. This is a fun, informal way to strengthen fellowship and connect with fellow Rotarians beyond our own clubs.  Our book pick this month is "The Art of Gathering" by Priya Parker which is a thought provoking read on the art of bringing people together with intention.  This event will take place at our President, Shikha Prashar's home in New Hope and more details will be provided when you register.  Let’s turn the page on new friendships and deeper Rotary connections!  See you there and if you have any questions in the meantime, please reach out to Debra Porter at debral.porter@gmail.com.

Rotary District Conference 2027