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Jack O' Lantern Jaunt/Halloween Haunt Displays We are looking for groups of all kinds to provide displays at this year's Jack O' Lantern Jaunt/Halloween Haunt taking place on Friday, October 16th and Saturday, October 17th. Groups are asked to indicate their interest in providing a display by signing up using this link - Jack-o-Lantern Jaunt / Halloween Haunt Committee: Jack-o-Lantern Jaunt Display Sign-Up 2026	Jack O' Lantern Jaunt/Halloween Haunt Displays		2026-09-18 05:00:00Z
Rotary Presents: Burning Red - A Tribute to Tayloe	Rotary Presents: Burning Red - A Tribute to Tayloe		2026-01-25 06:00:00Z
Rotary Presents: Jazz Express Read more...	Rotary Presents: Jazz Express		2025-09-19 05:00:00Z
Rotary Presents: Kids from Wisconsin "The Heat is On"	Rotary Presents: Kids from Wisconsin "The Heat is On"		2025-04-30 05:00:00Z
Rotary Presents: John McGivern - The Stories Continue Read more...	Rotary Presents: John McGivern - The Stories Continue		2024-12-28 06:00:00Z
2024 Jack O Lantern Jaunt/Halloween Haunt The 21st annual Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt and Halloween Haunt will be held on Friday, October 18th, 2024 & Saturday, October 19th, 2024 in Field Park in Mukwonago. We are excited to present another year of Halloween family fun!!! Be sure to mark your calendars!	2024 Jack O Lantern Jaunt/Halloween Haunt		2024-07-24 05:00:00Z
Kids From Wisconsin	Kids From Wisconsin		2024-06-23 05:00:00Z
Rotary Presents: Kids from Wisconsin Read more...	Rotary Presents: Kids from Wisconsin		2023-05-01 05:00:00Z
Jack O' Lantern Jaunt/Halloween Haunt Read more...	Jack O' Lantern Jaunt/Halloween Haunt		2022-09-14 05:00:00Z
2022 Changing of the Guard Read more...	2022 Changing of the Guard		2022-07-01 05:00:00Z
Jack O' Lantern Jaunt	Jack O' Lantern Jaunt		2021-09-10 05:00:00Z
Ushering in a New Rotary Year Our club marked the end of a most unusual Rotary year while looking ahead to a new Rotary year of fundraisers and community service projects. Jim Cotturone will remain as club President while the following Rotarians were presented citations for their outstanding club contributions: Distinguished Service Citation: Dr. Tom McKeever (For years of club service as board member) and Jerry Peiffer (For his Indispensable selfless service to the club and community) President’s Citation: Mark Blodgett (Spearheaded “Drive-thru Beer Garden” Fundraiser), Rachael Gabrhel & Dustin Lehman (Superior contributions as Emerging Leaders)	Ushering in a New Rotary Year	Jim Cotturone	2021-07-01 05:00:00Z
Changing of the Guard The Rotary Club of Mukwonago held its annual Changing of the Guard ceremony on June 21st as new club president John Beauchamp took over the reigns from Dr. Einar Svang and introduced his board. The club offered a big thank you to Einar for his outstanding year of club leadership and looks forward to another year of service to the Mukwonago community & world with John at the helm.	Changing of the Guard		2018-07-03 05:00:00Z
Changing of the Guard The Rotary Club of Mukwonago held its annual Changing of the Guard ceremony on June 27th as new club president Mark Blodgett took over the reigns from John Beauchamp and introduced his board. The club offered a big thank you to John for his outstanding year of club leadership and looks forward to another year of service to the Mukwonago community & world with Mark at the helm.	Changing of the Guard		2018-07-01 05:00:00Z
Mukwonago's Got Talent Rotary Club of Mukwonago was proud to host Mukwonago's Got Talent on May 12, 2018. Thank you to the great performers and our sponsors!	Mukwonago's Got Talent		2018-04-15 05:00:00Z
Law Enforcement Officer of the Year It was the club's honor to recognize Town of Mukwonago Police Chief Thomas Czarnecki as this year's Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. As indicated in the linked article, Chief Czarnecki is well deserving and well respected by his department! Congratulations! http://www.lakecountrynow.com/story/news/local/mukwonago-chief/2017/06/19/town-mukwonago-police-chief-czarnecki-honored-law-enforcement-professional-year-award/408911001/	Law Enforcement Officer of the Year		2017-07-02 05:00:00Z
We are this Close to ending Polio Read more...	We are this Close to ending Polio		2017-06-21 05:00:00Z
What is Rotary?	What is Rotary?		2017-02-07 06:00:00Z
State of the Village Breakfast Village of Mukwonago president praises business growth	State of the Village Breakfast		2017-02-07 06:00:00Z
Getting to Zero	Getting to Zero	Jim Cotturone	2016-11-02 05:00:00Z
Mukwonago Rotary honors Law Enforcement Officer of the Year On September 8, 2016, the Rotary Club of Mukwonago honored Lt Steven LaDue as Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. Read more about the award http://www.lakecountrynow.com/story/news/local/mukwonago-chief/2016/09/02/mukwonago-rotary-honors-ladue-officer-year/89777930/77930/	Mukwonago Rotary honors Law Enforcement Officer of the Year		2016-09-14 05:00:00Z
Jack O' Lantern Jaunt / Halloween Haunt! The 14th Annual Jack O' Lantern Jaunt along with a Halloween Haunt will be held on Friday, October 14th and Saturday, October 15th with the event opening to walkers each night at 6 PM and continuing to 9:30 PM. More information can be found at the event website: http://www.jackolanternjaunt.com/ See you there!	Jack O' Lantern Jaunt / Halloween Haunt!		2016-09-11 05:00:00Z
Changing of the Guard Jerry Peiffer takes over as 2016-2017 president of the club during the changing of the guard. And a thanks to Greg for his leadership this past year!	Changing of the Guard		2016-09-11 05:00:00Z
School to Work Program The Mukwonago Rotary Club is proud of our involvement in the Mukwonago School to Work program. Nice article recently published in the Mukwonago Chief! http://www.lakecountrynow.com/news/mukwonagochief/partnership-between-rotary-club-mukwonago-high-school-gives-students-hands-on-experience-in-constru--373860051.html	School to Work Program		2016-04-07 05:00:00Z
SIMPLE HOPE Pack a Thon For the 5th consecutive year, Mukwonago High School will host a SIMPLE HOPE Pack a Thon on Feb 20th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Along with other organizations, the Mukwonago Rotary club is sponsoring this year's event. Participants commit to a one hour time block that morning and provide a $25 donation ($15 students) to pay for the food/supplies that are then transported to Tanzania for distribution to those in need. More information and background can be seen in the included video and at www.simple-hope.org.	SIMPLE HOPE Pack a Thon		2016-02-01 06:00:00Z
2015 Playhouse Delivered The latest Playhouse to be won by a lucky raffle ticket buyer was delivered on July 29th! Congratulations to our Winner!	2015 Playhouse Delivered		2015-08-05 05:00:00Z
Changing of the Guard Ceremony! On June 24th, 2015, the Rotary Club of Mukwonago held their Changing of the Guard ceremony and welcomed new President Greg Garasimowicz (left) who will serve during the 2015-2016 Rotary Year. The club thanked & honored now past President Dwight Cruikshank (right) for serving two consecutive terms as club President!	Changing of the Guard Ceremony!		2015-06-28 05:00:00Z
25th Anniversary Celebration! On May 14th, 2015, the Rotary Club of Mukwonago celebrated the 25th Anniversary of the Club's Founding. We were honored to have several of the original charter members (including two who are currently active) attend the celebration! Photos from the event can be seen in the Photo Album section or by clicking here - http://portal.clubrunner.ca/8046/PhotoAlbums/25th-anniversary-dinner	25th Anniversary Celebration!		2015-05-25 05:00:00Z
Shelterbox Box: Disaster Relief Posted by Jim Cotturone on Jan 01, 2014 The Mukwonago Rotary Club is proud to have been able to provide financial assistance in support of the Shelterbox program, most recently in support of Philippine Typhoon relief. Please watch this information video detailing the difference the Shelterbox program can provide to those in need.	Shelterbox Box: Disaster Relief	Jim Cotturone	2014-01-02 00:00:00Z
Paul Harris 1933 Rotary International Speech Posted by Jim Cotturone on Jun 25, 2012	Paul Harris 1933 Rotary International Speech	Jim Cotturone	2012-06-26 00:00:00Z
Rotary & Lions Club Team Up to aid Seniors on the Go! Posted by Jim Cotturone on Apr 20, 2012 http://www.livinglakecountry.com/mukwonagochief/news/dance-provides-wheels-to-seniors-me4vbat-147776955.html	Rotary & Lions Club Team Up to aid Seniors on the Go!	Jim Cotturone	2012-04-21 00:00:00Z
What is Rotary? Posted by Jim Cotturone on Apr 20, 2012	What is Rotary?	Jim Cotturone	2012-04-21 00:00:00Z
Come Join Us! Posted by Jim Cotturone on Apr 20, 2012 Come Join Us-EN from Rotary International on Vimeo.	Come Join Us!	Jim Cotturone	2012-04-21 00:00:00Z
This is Rotary International Posted by Jim Cotturone on Apr 20, 2012	This is Rotary International	Jim Cotturone	2012-04-21 00:00:00Z
4th Annual Seniors on the Go Fundraiser a Success Posted by Jim Cotturone On March 28th, 2015, The Mukwonago Rotary Club & Mukwonago Lions Club held the 4th annual Seniors on the Go fundraising event and raised over $2,000. Thanks to all who attended & supported!	4th Annual Seniors on the Go Fundraiser a Success	Jim Cotturone
Jack O' Lantern Jaunt/Halloween Haunt Posted by Jim Cotturone This year's event took place Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18 This was the Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt's 12th Anniversary and it turned out to once again be great family fun! On behalf of the founders of the event and the Rotary Club of Mukwonago, thank you for helping us make this another great year!Proceeds from the event are staying in the community and going toward helping to support the Mukwonago High School's School to Work program, provide scholarships and help benefit the Mukwonago Food Pantry Resource Center.	Jack O' Lantern Jaunt/Halloween Haunt	Jim Cotturone
Dance Night Fund Raiser a Success Posted by Jim Cotturone The Mukwonago Rotary Club & Mukwonago Lions club held a successful fundraising event for Seniors on the Go raising nearly $3,000. Thanks to all who attended & supported!	Dance Night Fund Raiser a Success	Jim Cotturone
Breakfast with the Village President Posted by Jim Cotturone The Mukwonago Rotary Club hosted Breakfast with the Village President on Jan 30th. Thank you to Village of Mukwonago President Fred Winchowky for the update on the Village happenings, Espresso Love Coffee for the great breakfast, and a big thanks to all who attended.	Breakfast with the Village President	Jim Cotturone
School to Work House Under Construction Posted by Jim Cotturone Thanks to a partnership with the Mukwonago Area Public Schools Education Foundation, the Mukwonago Rotary Club is sponsoring the latest construction of a "School to Work" House. News of the Groundbreaking event can be found by clicking HERE The latest photos can be found by clicking HERE	School to Work House Under Construction	Jim Cotturone
Mukwonago Rotary Facebook Page Posted by Jim Cotturone Keep up to date with Mukwonago Rotary by Liking our Facebook Page -- go here	Mukwonago Rotary Facebook Page	Jim Cotturone
Don't let fear get in the way of serving others Posted by Andrea Budde Read more...	Don't let fear get in the way of serving others	Andrea Budde
U.S. Senate lauds Rotary International for its leadership in fighting polio Posted by Andrea Budde As Rotarians we are often thanked for the work we do in the community, but many people don't realize the impact we make throughout the world. Recently the U.S. Senate recognized Rotary International for their efforts in eradicating polio. http://rotary.synapticdigital.com/Latest-Stories/u.s.-senate-lauds-rotary-international-for-its-leadership-in-fighting-polio/s/06f1a8b1-84fb-4fbf-83a2-1ed1ae3edb91	U.S. Senate lauds Rotary International for its leadership in fighting polio	Andrea Budde
Doing Good: Providing Clean Water Posted by Jim Cotturone	Doing Good: Providing Clean Water	Jim Cotturone