2023 BBBS Red Head Pin Bowling for Kids Sake

Mark Z. reported that we have 15 bowlers signed up for the red pin bowling event to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ozaukee County for tomorrow, March 17. Our Club raised a total of $2915.00... Well Done!
As for teams... Drum roll … Mike Herbrand’s team donated the most!
 
<<< In our club, this is what winning looks like! Congratulations to Mike's team for raising the most funds.
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Katie Dembiec - Student of the Month - Mar 2023

 
Jeff Nelson, Rotarian and GSD Superintendent, introduced Kayla Dembiec as our March Student of the Month from Grafton High School. Kayla is the captain of the varsity dance team, vice president of the National Honor Society, coach of the middle school dance team, and a lifeguard. She is a student in AP Research and was the third-place state finisher of the American Legion Oratorical Contest. She said she had to write an eight to 10-minute speech on the United States Constitution, and then give that speech in front of an audience and panel of judges, completely memorized. Amazing! She plans to major in broadcast journalism. Kayla designated her $50 charitable donation from our club to Franciscan Peacemakers, which connects women survivors of sex trafficking to safe housing, meaningful work, and a healing network of support.
 
Photo Caption:  L-R: Grafton School Superintendent Jeff Nelson, Student of the Month Katie Dembiec, and Grafton High School Principal Scott Mantei. Taken by Gail Ostermann.
 
Katie Dembiec - Student of the Month - Mar 2023 Cindy Petted 2023-03-16 05:00:00Z 0

Nicole McNevin of Neenah Receives Rotary Peace Fellowship

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Rotary International District 6270 is pleased to announce that Nicole McNevin of Neenah, Wisc., has received a prized Rotary Peace Fellowship (RPF) for 2023-2025. She has been accepted into the Master’s Course in Peace Studies, Public Policy and Public Research Program, at International Christian University (ICU), Tokyo, Japan.
 
The daughter of Mary & Richard McNevin of Neenah, Wisc., Nicole is a graduate of Neenah High School and Wheaton College, Ill. (2017) She speaks Japanese and is currently in the 4th year of the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program where she teaches English and culture to students in low-income areas.  Read the full story here.
 
 
Nicole McNevin of Neenah Receives Rotary Peace Fellowship Cindy Petted 2023-02-23 06:00:00Z 0

Event: Talkback discussion to Celebrate Black History Month

Unitarian Church North's Social Justice Committee invites you to learn more about this historic event that is not found in many history books or taught in most schools. This "free" in-person-only event is open to the public. Please consider this opportunity to watch "Descended From the Promised Land" The Legacy of Black Wall Street.
 
The short 22-minute film will be followed by a talkback discussion with two panelists, LaToya Bates (UCN's DRE) and Jeannie Carr. Please consider registering with this Eventbrite link.
Saturday, February 25, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Unitarian Church North 
   13800 North Port Washington Road Mequon, WI 53097
Free and open to the public
 
For more information or questions please feel free to contact Brian Monroe, past RID6270 Dist Governer; 414-881-6901 or monroe.earthbound@gmail.com

In 1921, North Tulsa’s Greenwood District, the most prosperous Black community in America, was set ablaze, bombed, and looted during a racially motivated violent attack against the thriving Black community. Businesses, homes, and lives were lost, and Black Wall Street, as it was known, has never reclaimed its former glory. The Tulsa Race Massacre was only the first in a line of repeated targeted attacks on the progress of the Greenwood District and its residents.
 
Event: Talkback discussion to Celebrate Black History Month Cindy Petted 2023-02-19 06:00:00Z 0

Update: Generators for Ukraine Project

Supporting Ukraine
 
 
 
Dear Friends,
We are writing with another update on our collective efforts to provide generators, power, and warmth to Ukrainian humanitarian facilities. Generous Rotarians, individuals, and Rotary Clubs across Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and beyond have raised over $130,000, surpassing our initial goal of $75,000.  Our partner, Friends of Be an Angel, has arranged to purchase more generators than originally planned.  1,700 generators have been acquired and two shipments containing 1,192 generators have arrived in Ukraine, with the remaining generators arriving within the next week. The total cost of the generators is $1,013,760 and, to date, commitments have been received for just under $828,630.  Donations are still being accepted, so please feel free to share our efforts with friends and neighbors.
 
The generators that have already arrived in Ukraine are being gratefully received, as shown in this video from a grateful teacher.
 
 
To stay up to date on this project and view more videos, please visit our webpage
 
Thank you for your generosity and partnership in supporting Ukraine.
Melissa Marschka
 
Update: Generators for Ukraine Project Cindy Petted 2023-02-17 06:00:00Z 0

$20,000 Grant Awarded for CHS Turf Project

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Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Donates $20,000 for CHS Turf Project
The Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton, represented by Grants Committee Chair Pat Thome, right,  presented a $20,000 check to the Cedarburg High School Athletics Department as part of a fundraising campaign to install turf at the high school baseball and softball fields. Accepting the donation were (from left) Superintendent Jeridon Clark, High School Principal Casey Bowe, and Athletics Director Jon Hannam. The turf project, which is expected to be completed in time for the 2024 spring season, will allow high school and youth programs additional access to practice time and greater assurance of completing a full season. According to Hannam, the current infield surface is susceptible to unpredictable climate conditions, which limits play time. The project is being privately funded.
$20,000 Grant Awarded for CHS Turf Project Cindy Petted 2023-02-07 06:00:00Z 0

Student Of The Month - CHS Zakira Masslich - Feb 2023

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Cedarburg High School Principal, Casey Bowe, introduced this month’s Student of the Month Zakira Masslich. 
 
Zakira Masslich is a senior and one of Cedarburg High School’s most accomplished students. She is an active member of our Tennis Team, Math Team, AFS Club, Spanish Club, and FCA.  She is currently at the very top of her class per GPA despite nearly exhausting our most difficult offerings.  Her current schedule of six AP courses is arguably the most challenging course load we can offer a student at our school.  Her teachers report that her drive to learn and understand all aspects of each class challenges them to be even better teachers.  Not only does she seek out challenges, but she is persistently committed to overcoming them.  Zakira represents the best of what it means to be a Cedarburg Bulldog and I am honored to introduce Zakira Masslich as the CHS Rotary Student of the month. 
 
Zakira picked Family Sharing for her $50 donation and she also receives $50 in Cedarburg Chamber Bucks for herself.  Congrats!
Pictured are Rotary Club President Melissa Wraalstad, Zakira Masslich, Cedarburg High School Principal Casey Bowe, and CSD Superintendent Jeridon Clark.
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TriCon 2023

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Open to all Rotarian and Rotaract Members
TriCon is a multi-district conference, bringing together members from Rotary International Districts 6220 (NW-Wisconsin & Upper Michigan), 6250 (SW-Wisconsin), and 6270 (SE-Wisconsin). Annually, we hold district conferences together in order to provide an outstanding experience.

Use Your Imagination

It’s April…in La Crosse...Downtown at the La Crosse Center
You’re there with friends.
You’re learning.
You’re laughing.
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Student of the Month - GHS Amanda Hoenecke - Jan 2023

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Jeff Nelson introduced the Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton's January Student of the Month, Amanda Hoenecke, a Senior from Grafton High School.

Amanda’s passion and preparation were on display as she had her acceptance speech ready. Here are some of her
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Hat & Mitten Drive

As a service project, the Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton held a hat & mitten drive at its annual holiday concert by the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra on Dec. 15, 2022. The club collected 100 hats, 40 sets of gloves,100 pairs of warm socks, a blanket, and some scarves to make the season a bit warmer for friends of Mr. Bob’s Under the Bridge, a local charity that supports the homeless community in Milwaukee.
 
Rotarians Carol Alexander Coutts, left, and Cindy Petted helped gather items that were deposited into festive containers in the lobby of the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center. Photo credit, Mark Ziebell.
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2022 MSO Holiday Concert

 
Concert enthusiasts from near and far joined together for another sold-out holiday concert on December 15, 2022 at the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center. This year, the program included a sing-along!
 
Annually, the Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton is proud to present the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra (MSO) performing a classic holiday concert right here in our community. The MSO is among the finest orchestras in the nation and the largest cultural institution in Wisconsin.
 
All proceeds are used locally for student scholarships and grants to non-profit organizations​​​​​.
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Student of the Month - CHS Evan Weber - Dec 2022

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Casey Bowe, C-G Rotarian and CHS Principal, introduced Cedarburg High School’s Student of the Month for December 2022, senior Evan Weber.

Evan has been involved with many different service clubs and sports teams, including National Honor Society, three years on the Student Council, being a key member of
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23rd Annual Rotary Music Festival

Get your tickets today for this sell-out event!

 
Tickets for the 23rd annual Rotary Music Festival are now on sale. The drum and bugle corps show will be held Monday, July 3, at the Cedarburg High School Alumni Field starting at 7 p.m. The event is hosted by the Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton. 

The event will feature performances by six drum and bugle corps including the
- Madison Scouts of Madison, WI
- Phantom Regiment of Rockford, IL
- Cavaliers of Rosemont, IL
- Blue Stars of La Crosse, WI
- Troopers of Casper, WY
- Colt Cadets of Dubuque, IA
     Four of the corps were ranked among the top 12 in the world competition last year.    
    
All seats are reserved so advanced tickets are encouraged to get the best seats in the stadium.
 
 
Photo >>> The Madison Scouts will be one of the drum and bugle corps that will perform in the 23rd annual Rotary Music Festival Drum and Bugle Corps Show on July 3. Tickets can be purchased at dcitickets.showare.com .

 Click here for more details 

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Student Of The Month - GHS Jordan Guerra - Nov 2022

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Jordan Guerra, a senior at Grafton High School, is the first Grafton recipient of the Student of the Month program recently launched by the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary. He was honored during today club luncheon meeting at the Peter Wollner American Legion Post in Cedarburg.
 
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Katie O’Connor Named Rotary Club's First Student of the Month - Oct 2022

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Katie O’Connor, a senior at Cedarburg High School, is the first recipient of the Student of the Month program recently launched by the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary. She was honored at the club’s weekly lunch meeting on Nov. 3 at the Peter Wollner American Legion Post in Cedarburg.
 
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Rotary gives $1000 to Family Sharing

The Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton presented a check for $1,000 to Julie Hoover, Executive Directory at Family Sharing of Ozaukee County, during their Empty Bowls event on Friday October 28, 2022. 
 
Founded in 1978, Family Sharing is the longest-standing Food Pantry in Ozaukee County. They provide food, at no cost, to Ozaukee County residents in need. The proceeds from their upscale resale store sale and events go directly to supporting the Food Pantry.
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MSO Tickets On Sale Now!

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Rotary Holiday Concert tickets are on sale. This concert is sure to sell out so get your tickets today!
Featuring the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, presented by the Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton.
 
December 15, 2022 @ 7:00 PM
Cedarburg Performing Arts Center - W68 N611 Evergreen Blvd, Cedarburg, WI 53012
 
 
MSO Tickets On Sale Now! Cindy Petted 2022-09-01 05:00:00Z 0

2022 No Empty Backpacks - MPS School Supply Drive

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As its first service project of the year, club members formed an assembly line at its Aug. 18 meeting to fill backpacks with school supplies for the “No Empty Backpacks” program. The backpacks were delivered to the Milwaukee Public School System in time for the start of the new school year.  Past President Mark Ziebell (3rd from left) and his wife Judy shopped for the supplies and made sure that each backpack was filled to the brim with notebooks, pencils, rulers and much more.
2022 No Empty Backpacks - MPS School Supply Drive Cindy Petted 2022-08-18 05:00:00Z 0

Rotary Club of Cedeburg-Grafton 2022-2023 Board of Directors

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The new board of directors for the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Club officially began its duties in July for the 2022-2023 year. They include (seated l-r): Mark Ziebell, past president; Minal Hahm, vice president; Melissa Wraalstad, president; Mike Herbrand, president-elect; Dave Stern, secretary; and Dick Dieffenbach, treasurer; (standing l-r): Pat Thome, Rotary International and grants chair; Layton Olsen, fundraising chair; Cindy Petted, operations & technology chair; Carol Alexander Coutts, executive secretary; Gail Ostermann, marketing & public relations chair, and Ron Knaus, finance chair. Not pictured: Brian Collins, membership chair, and Paul Radtke, youth exchange chair.
 
The Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Club is a service organization with nearly 60 members. Its three major fund-raising events — the Rotary Bike Ride in May, the Rotary Music Festival in July and the Milwaukee Symphony Holiday Concert in December — raise nearly $100,000 annually to support community projects, local non-profit organizations and student scholarships.
 
Photo by Mark Justesen, News Graphic
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2021-2022 Scholarship Recipients

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John Hanson introduced three of this year’s scholarship recipients:  Connor Sobczak, who will be attending MATC to pursue a career as an electrician, Lauren Rathke, who will be attending MATC to pursue a degree in photography, and Ella Day, who received the Lowell K. Levy Hard Work Scholarship and will be attending Creighton University with a double major in biology & Spanish. John noted that this year the club awarded five technical scholarships for $6,000 each, five renewal scholarships for $1,000 each, and the annual Lowell K. Levy Hard Work Scholarship for $6,000.
 
Pictured, left to right, are Ella Day, Lauren Rathke, and Connor Sobczak. Not pictured are Clayton Kleckner, Nathan Skebba, and Shane Wissing.
2021-2022 Scholarship Recipients Cindy Petted 2022-06-30 05:00:00Z 0

22nd Annual Rotary Music Festival

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The 22st annual Rotary Music Festival returns to Cedarburg this summer on Sunday, July 3rd.  Four (4) amazing Midwestern drum and bugle corps will perform at the Cedarburg High School Alumni Field that evening. Performances by Madison Scouts, Blue Stars, River City Rhythm, and the Colt Cadets. Pre-show appearances by Wisconsin SoundSport Teams including the Green Beret and Sound of Sun Prairie. The event is hosted by the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Club. All seats are reserved so advanced tickets are encouraged to get the best seats in the stadium.

22nd Annual Rotary Music Festival Cindy Petted 2022-05-01 05:00:00Z 0

The passing of Robert "Chimmy" Chmielewski 2/17/2022

We mourn the loss of fellow Rotarian Bob “Chimmy” Chmielewski on Feb. 16. Chimmy was a member of our club for 41 years and served as president from 1987-88. He was a big supporter of Rotary’s student exchange program and hosted several students over the years. We will miss his big personality and his zest for life. His enthusiasm was contagious. We will see you on the other side our friend!
 
Chimmy was the man who always -  and we mean always -  saw and brought out the best in others. Chimmy was a wonderful friend and colleague and loved his family dearly. His vibrant personality was loved by all that knew him and he loved talking about MU or sharing stories about his Marquette Warriors days. His family wrote "The overwhelming outpouring of prayers, support and well wishes is a true testament to our amazing father and all the lives he has touched. He willl be missed more than words can express."
 
The celebration of Chimmy's wonderful life will be on February 25th. Feel free to wear your best blue and gold/MU gear if you so choose. Masks are strongly encouraged.
Friday 2/25/2022
  12:30 PM - Visitation
    3:00 PM - Mass
St. Francis Borgia North
   1375 Covered Bridge Road,    Cedarburg, WI 53012
 
A private family burial will be held on Saturday.
www. eernissefuneralhome.com
 
Gifts: Chimmy's family would like donations to be sent in his honor to the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Foundation. These funds will be used to support their Youth Exchange Program. Something the family has been active in for many years. Click on the image to
 
Click on the image to donate online on behalf of Chimmy or by check. Make checks payable to Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Foundation and mail to PO Box 194, Cedarburg, WI 53012
 
As a Wisconsin 501(c)(3) non-profit, the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Club. Donations are 100% tax-deductible to the extent of the law. Ref EIN 39-1446118.
 

Rotary Youth Exchange builds peace one young person at a time.

Students learn a new language, discover another culture, and truly become global citizens. Exchanges for students ages 15-19 are sponsored by Rotary clubs in more than 100 countries.

What are the benefits?  Exchange students unlock their true potential to:

  • Develop lifelong leadership skills
  • Learn a new language and culture
  • Build lasting friendships with young people from around the world
  • Become a global citizen
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Guatemalan Water Project

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In February 2022, the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary board of directors approved a $500 donation toward the Guatemalan Service Project, allowing the on-site volunteers to provide 5 families with filtered water.
 
The Mukwonago club announced in January, along with others they will deliver a minimum of #50 TivaWater filters to families in Chichicastenango, Guatemala March 5th - March 12th, 2022.  The Mukwonago club along with the Oconomowoc club have successfully done prior projects with the Guatemalan Service Projects, Inc a 501c3 non profit.
 
 
 
 
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Registration Is Open - 2022 Rotary Ride Cindy Petted 2022-02-01 06:00:00Z 0

2022 Rotary Ride Logo Contest Winner Announced

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Logo Contest Winner Announced
 
Annually, high school students from Cedarburg and Grafton school districts are invited to participate in a logo design contest sponsored by the Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton. In a blind review by the Rotary Ride Logo Contest committee, the design selected was created by Morgan Adams, a senior at Cedarburg High School.
 
 
2022 Rotary Ride Logo Contest Winner Announced Cindy Petted 2022-01-27 06:00:00Z 0

2022 Rotary Ride Logo Contest

Logo Contest for Rotary Ride
Open to High School Students
 
High school students from Cedarburg and Grafton are invited to participate in a logo design contest sponsored by the Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton.  The logo will be used to promote a bicycling event that will be hosted by the club on May 21 starting and ending at Cedar Creek Park in Cedarburg.
 
All entries must be submitted by Jan. 12, 2022, to CindyPetted@gmail.com.
 
Click here for the complete set of guidelines for the 2022 logo contest.
 
Logo Design and Parameters: The theme this year is International Rotary’s cause, Protecting the Environment. The student's design should incorporate the event name: ROTARY RIDE - Cycling to Serve.  It should also include the Rotary International wheel logo.
 
The winning design, as selected by the Rotary Ride logo contest committee, will be used on posters, signs, the registration website, t-shirts, and in ads to promote the event. The winner of the contest will receive a $100 cash award and a photo opportunity that will be submitted to local media and posted on the club’s website.  All participants in the contest will receive a Confirmation of Volunteer Service letter for two hours of community service. 
 
2022 Rotary Ride Logo Contest Cindy Petted 2021-12-15 06:00:00Z 0

Rotary Gives $75,000 to All Children’s Playground

Rotary Gives $75,000 to All Children’s Playground
 
The Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary, represented by club president Mark Ziebell, far right, and grants chair Pat Thome, second from right, presented a check for $75,000 to members of the Friends of the Cedarburg Parks and Recreation including (from left) board members Steve Bicek and Krisie Mansell as well as Danny Friess, director of Cedarburg Parks, Recreation and Forestry.
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Rotary gives $1000 to Family Sharing

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The Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton gave $1000 to Family Sharing of Ozaukee County during their Empty Bowls event on Friday October 29, 2021.
 
Club vice president Mike Herbrand, seated left, presented a check for $1,000 to Julie Hoover, Director - Family Sharing (seated right). Other club members taking part in today's Empty Bowl fundraiser are (standing l-r) David Stern, Jeff Nelson, Jack Henke, secretary Minal Hahn, Carol Alexander Coutts, Cindy Petted, Dick Dieffenbach, Jim Pape, Chad Curran, Layton Olsen, past-president Linda Pierschalla, and Todd Bugnacki. (seated l-r) Kim & Brad Babcock, and Bob (Chimmy) Chmielewski.
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2021 Paul Harris Awards Ceremony

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The Paul Harris Fellow recognition acknowledges individuals who contribute, or who have had contributions made in their name, of $1,000 to The Rotary Foundation.  Through the “Every Rotarian, Every Year” campaign, collectively our Club members contribute between $5,000 and $6,000 to Rotary International annually.
 

Paul Harris Awards were presented by Club President Mark Ziebell to the following:

First-time Paul Harris Awardees:  Dean Fitting, Julie Hoover, and Stephanie Hayes.

Second-time Paul Harris Awardees: Ben Levy, Jim Dhein, Richard Dieffenbach, Nial Peterson, Terry Skebba, and Mal Hepburn.

Fourth-time Paul Harris Awardee:  John Hammes

  
2021 Paul Harris Awards Ceremony Cindy Petted 2021-10-21 05:00:00Z 0

Gail Ostermann honored with 2021 Ladies Who Lead Legacy Award

Presented by US Bank, the Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce held it 4th annual Ladies Who Lead luncheon on Tue 9/21/2021. We are proud to share, our fellow Rotarian, Gail Ostermann, was recognized for her dedication and passion to serve the community by receiving the 2021 Ladies Who Lead Legacy Award!

A true example of Service Above Self.  Congratulations, Gail!

Christy Mertes, City of Cedarburg and previous Legacy Award Recipient, presented the award to Gail. Photo by VIP.

Here is the 2021 list of women in business honored this year:

Professional Services:  Kathleen Cady Schilling, Ozaukee Economic Development
Non-Profit:  Erica Turner, Bridge the Divide
Retail:  Anna Marie Armbruster, Armbruster Jewelers
Restaurant/Hospitality:  Alice Voigt, Rivoli Theater
Cedarburg Legacy Award:  Gail Ostermann, Retired Publisher, News Graphic & M Magazine, and Community Volunteer

Gail Ostermann honored with 2021 Ladies Who Lead Legacy Award Cindy Petted 2021-09-21 05:00:00Z 0
Applications are now being accepting for the 2022/2023 District 6270 Global Grant Cindy Petted 2021-09-16 05:00:00Z 0
No Empty Backpacks - MPS School Supply Drive Cindy Petted 2021-09-01 05:00:00Z 0

2021-2022 Rotary Board of Directors

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The new board of directors for the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Club officially began its duties in July for the 2021-2022 year. They include (seated l-r): Linda Pierschalla, past president; Minal Hahm. secretary: Mark Ziebell, president; Melissa Wraalstad, president-elect, and Mike Herbrand, vice president. (standing l-r): Cindy Petted, operations chair; Layton Olsen, fundraising chair; Ron Knaus, finance chair; Pat Thome, Rotary International and grants chair; Gail Ostermann, publicity chair, and Carol Alexander Coutts, executive secretary.
 
Not pictured: Dick Dieffenbach, treasurer; Brian Collins, membership chair, and Paul Radtke, youth exchange chair. The Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Club is a service organization with nearly 60 members. Its three major fund-raising events — the Rotary Bike Ride in May, the Rotary Music Festival in July and the Milwaukee Symphony Holiday Concert in December — raise nearly $100,000 annually to support community projects, local non-profit organizations, and student scholarships. 
Photo by Mark Justesen, News Graphic
2021-2022 Rotary Board of Directors Cindy Petted 2021-08-09 05:00:00Z 0

Live Performance from Top Drum & Bugle Corps Teams

Our Fearless Leader:  President Mark Ziebell volunteering his time to sell Raffle Tickets during the 2021 Rotary Music Festival.
 
More than 1500 tickets were sold and over $2200 in raffle ticket sales. To complement the great performance of the Drum & Bugle Corps teams, the weather turned from rain to nearly perfect sky as the show began.
 
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Rotary Music Festival 2021

21st Annual Rotary Music Festival, Drum & Bugle Corps Show
The Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary is pleased to present the 21st annual Rotary Music Festival on Sunday, Aug. 8, 2021
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RMF 2021

The Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Presents …
 
The Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary is pleased to present the 21st annual Rotary Music Festival
Sunday, Aug. 8, 2021
7:30 p.m.
Cedarburg High School Athletic Field
W68 N611 Evergreen Blvd, Cedarburg, WI 53012
 
In partnership with Midwest Combine, the Rotary Music Festival
will feature the following corps:
 
Blue Stars – La Crosse, WI
The Cavaliers – Rosemont, IL
Colts – Dubuque, IA
Colt Cadets – Dubuque, IA
Madison Scouts – Madison, WI
Phantom Regiment – Rockford, IL
River City Rhythm – Anoka, MN
 
Tickets are available now on the Drum Corps International website
 
Order tickets early to get the best seats in the stadium!
 
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The Jack Henke Show - 2021 Rotary Ride Podcast Cindy Petted 2021-06-04 05:00:00Z 0

Rotary Ride Recap

 
Lisa Werner, District 6270 Governor (2021/22); Mark Ziebell Cedarburg-Grafton Club Vice President; and Linda Pierschalla Cedarburg-Grafton Club President.
Photo courtesy of Cindy Petted.
 
For sun lovers, the inaugural Rotary Ride on Saturday, May 22, was a shining success. Hosted by the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Club, more than 500 bicyclists registered to ride one of four routes throughout the scenic countryside of Ozaukee County. Afterward, cyclists and the public were entertained with music, a beer & wine garden, and a variety of delicious meals near the finish line in Cedarburg’s Cedar Creek Park.

We are happy to announce that the Rotary Club exceeded its fundra
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    The Passing of Dan Davis

    Dan Davis ushering at the Rotary Music Festival in 2018. Photo provided by Gail Ostermann.
     

    Club President, Linda Pierschella, paid tribute to our fallen Rotarian Dan Davis, who passed away at the young age of 57 on May 14 after a courageous battle with cancer.  Dan was a member of our Rotary board as youth exchange chair and he and his wife, Beth, often volunteered at our fundraising events. Knowing Dan’s love for the outdoors through his work at Riveredge Nature Center, Linda shared these quotes by famed naturalist John Muir in Dan’s honor:

    “Let children walk with Nature, let them see the beautiful blendings and communions of death and life, their joyous inseparable unity, as taught in woods and meadows, plains and mountains and streams of our blessed star, and they will learn that death is stingless indeed, and as beautiful as life.” 

    “The mountains are calling, and I must go.” 

    The Passing of Dan Davis Gail Ostermann 2021-05-14 05:00:00Z 0

    The Passing Of David "Bones" Boyles

    David “Bones” Boyles was a bright light in our Rotary Club and we mourn his passing on Tuesday, April 27. A member of our club since 2002, Bones taught us the joy of giving, of music, and of laughter. We will miss you, our friend, but we know that you are leading us in song from Heaven. We will be watching the Orioles for you!!! 
     
    “Tip a Glass in My Honor” by Kelly Roper
    Tip a glass in my honor
    And perhaps pour a sip on my grave.
    It’s not so much the whiskey
    As your company I crave.
    Sing me one of our favorite tunes
    We used to join in at the pub.
    Remember me fondly as you sing,
    And I’ll remember you to God here above.
     
    The Passing Of David "Bones" Boyles Gail Ostermann 2021-05-01 05:00:00Z 0
    Rotary Chicks guests on The Jack Henke Show Cindy Petted 2021-04-16 05:00:00Z 0

    ROTARY RIDE SUPPORTS
     TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

    Jill Hepburn, back middle, representing the Rotary Ride’s lead sponsor, Ozaukee Bank’s Gift to the Future, is joined by her grandchildren Kylee and Aubree Hepburn. She encourages families to participate in the ride to support technical & vocational scholarships. Linda Pierschalla, foreground, is president of the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary.  Photo by Visual Image Photography
    ROTARY RIDE SUPPORTS  TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Gail Ostermann 2021-04-14 05:00:00Z 0

    Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary presents $60,000 to Grafton School District

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    Courtney Lutz, right, past president of the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Club, presents a check for $60,000 to Grafton School Superintendent Jeff Nelson to benefit the district’s Enhancing Our Future campaign. The donation will be used for school athletic facility improvements.   Photo by Visual Image Photography 
    Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary presents $60,000 to Grafton School District Gail Ostermann 2021-04-02 05:00:00Z 0
    Jerry Edquist and the Compass Rose/Rotary Wheel Cindy Petted 2021-03-25 05:00:00Z 0

    Print Presentation

    Bones (left) presents the framed print to Ed Downey, Service Officer at American Legion Peter Wollner Post 288 in Cedarburg. The painting is that of a lone soldier enjoying a coffee in the early morning hours before the 2019 Cedarburg Hometown Celebration parade in downtown Cedarburg.
    Print Presentation Cindy Petted 2021-01-21 06:00:00Z 0

    Rotary Ride Logo Contest Winner

     
    Maya Hahm, a sophomore at Cedarburg High School, submitted the winning logo design for the Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Ride, which will be held Saturday, May 22, starting and finishing at Cedar Creek Park. Hahm’s design was selected from a field of 33 entries submitted by students from Cedarburg and Grafton High Schools. Participants in the logo design contest were asked to submit a design that reflects the mission and the values of the club as well as incorporate the Rotary International logo.

    “This logo really represents the spirit of Rotary. The world. People hand in hand serving together,” said Pat Thome, a member of the selection committee. Hahm’s logo will be used on t-shirts, posters and other publicity materials for the event. She received a $100 cash prize for having the winning entry. All participants received credit for two hours of volunteer community service.
    Rotary Ride Logo Contest Winner Cindy Petted 2021-01-21 06:00:00Z 0
    2020 Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Music Festival 2020-02-05 06:00:00Z 0

    2019-2020 Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Board

    Announcing the 2019-2020 Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Board Of Directors
    Top row: Patricia Thome, Grant Committee Chair; Layton Olsen, Fundraising Chair; Brian Collins, Membership Chair; Carol Alexander Coutts, Executive Secretary; Ron Knaus, Finance Chair;  and James Schowalter, Past-President. Bottom row: Mark Ziebell, Vice President; Dick Dieffenbach, Treasurer; Courtney Lutz, President;  Linda Pierschalla, President-Elect; Melissa Wraalstad, Secretary. Not shown: Gail Ostermann, Public Relations; and Paul Radtke, Operations.
     
     
    2019-2020 Cedarburg-Grafton Rotary Board Cindy Petted 2019-08-29 05:00:00Z 0 2019-2020,Board of Directors,Courtney Lutz
    Cindy visits the Bentonville Satellite Rotary meeting Cindy Petted 2019-08-26 05:00:00Z 0
    Paul Harris Fellowship Awarded to Todd Bugnacki Cindy Petted 2019-08-15 05:00:00Z 0
    Weekly Meeting Notes May 23, 2019 Chris Smith 2019-05-23 05:00:00Z 0
    Making a Difference 2019-05-13 05:00:00Z 0
    Rotary Music Festival 2019 2018-12-05 06:00:00Z 0

    Cedarburg Mayor's Enhancement Award 

    Club President James Schowalter (right), along with Rotary Band Shell Project Leaders Mike Groth (left) and Ryan Olsen (center) accepting the Cedarburg Mayor's 2018 Enhancement Award.
     
     
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    Club Tree Planting Service Project - Westlawn Woods 4/28/18 2018-10-04 05:00:00Z 0
    Changing of the Guard 8/16/18 2018-10-03 05:00:00Z 0
    MSO Holiday Concert Daniel Bodart 2018-10-03 05:00:00Z 0
    2018 Rotary Music Festival 2018-07-03 05:00:00Z 0

    2017 Paul Harris Dinner

    Current President Dan Bodart awards Past President Brandon Goldbeck with a Paul Harris Fellow award, making him a multiple Paul Harris Fellow.  Current President Dan Bodart and his wife Jenny Bodart award a donation of $1,000 to the Joseph Project and its Founder, Pastor Jerome Smith.  
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    2017 Changing of the Guard

    Posted on Aug 17, 2017
    Past President Brandon Goldbeck being presented with an honorary gavel by President Dan Bodart at the Changing of the Guard celebration dinner.
     
     
    2017 Changing of the Guard 2017-08-17 05:00:00Z 0

    Youth Exchange

    Our 2017-18 Outbound Youth Exchange student Macy Daley with Youth Exchange Committee Chair Dale Lythjohan and current Club President Dan Bodart.  Macy will be staying in Lima Peru for the next year and staying with 3 separate host families during her time there.
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    Tech Scholarship Awards Presentation May 17, 2017 2017-05-17 05:00:00Z 0
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