Team TriviaTeam Trivia 6:00 pm Wednesday, February 19th Fried Green Tomatoes register now - click here  Hasbro and Trivial Pursuit are registered trademarks, and not affiliated with Rotary in any way. |
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Rotary Roars for Youth Auction
Join us Saturday, April 18, 2020 35th Annual Rotary Roars for Youth Auction proceeds fund local scholarships, Rotary youth programs, |
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GingerbreadThe winners of the gingerbread contest, posing with the judges and displaying their decorative artwork!  |
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Rotary RoundtableOpioids - Live or DieThe Rotary Club of Galena will host the annual Rotary Roundtable. The topic is the opioid crisis, and we hope to get students from around Jo Daviess County to participate, along with health professionals, the business community, and interested citizens. Over 47,000 Americans died from opioid overdoses in 2017 alone - the last year for which data is readily available, and the highest year of all time. The number has grown each year, with less than 17,000 in 1999 growing to the 2017 total, with increases every single year and no sign or indication it will diminish in the coming years. What is the "Opioid Crisis"? What drives it? Who does it affect? Can it be solved? What can YOU do to help? We hope to address all these questions and more, and conclude with actionable data that students and adults can take with them to address this national tragedy in the coming year. For tickets, please visit www.GalenaRoundtable.com
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Senior Day in the CountryJoin the Rotary Club of Galena for our annual Senior Day in the CountryOctober 16, 2019 10:00-11:00: Registration 11:00 - 2:00: Bingo/Trivia/Food/Music Admission: $5.00 - send your check to: Galena Rotary Club, PO Box 52, Galena, IL 61036 |
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Thank You!Thank you all for supporting the fourth annual Great Galena Chopper Drop!It turned out to be perfect weather for golf and helicopters, and not bad for people, either! The winners of the golf tournament are: First Place: Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery Second Place: Illinois Bank & Trust Third Place: DeSoto House/Country Inn & Suites Closest to Pin #4: John Schlaman Longest Drive #5: Eric White Longest Putt #9: Marv Rapp Longest Drive #11: Alana Rapp Closest to Pin #13: Peter Roth Longest Putt #18: Eric White ...and the winners of the Chopper Drop are: First Prize: River Bernal Second Prize: Dan Sproule Third Prize: Mark Klausner Fourth Prize: Bailey Willis Fifth Prize: Ben Wooden Sixth Prize: Mark Einsweiller Seventh Prize: Randy Zaske Eighth Prize: Pauline Schubert |
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Fifth Friday on a Wednesday This week begins our "Fifth Friday on a Wednesday" series, where we take advantage of the rare occurrence of five Fridays in a single month to celebrate Rotary fellowship and friendship. Since Friday nights begin often busy weekends - and in this case a holiday weekend - we have elected to observe the fifth Friday - you guessed it - on Wednesday evenings instead. Join us Wednesday, August 28 at 5:30 pm, at the NEW Galena ARC.We will enjoy snacks and beverages before being given a tour of the newly completed Infant Childcare facility, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Galena. |
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2019 District ConferenceA big and heartfelt thank you to all who attended the Rotary 6420 District Conference on May 17 & 18. The conference was a rousing success, attended by over 100 Rotarians from Northwest Illinois. In addition to inspirational speeches by Rotary Ambassadorial Scholars and Rotarians from around the globe, guests were entertained by the Haunted Galena Tour Company and the Galena Generals. Rotarians volunteered their time to plant trees on Horseshoe Mound, and were rewarded for their efforts with a tour of Casper Bluff and the Thunderbird Effigy, courtesy of Rotarian Steve Barg.  Steve Barg, CEO of JDCF, demonstrates the correct way to plant a tree. 75 trees were planted on Horseshoe Mound by volunteers from Americorps, Wal Mart, and the Rotary Club of Galena. Photo courtesy of David Stovall, Gainesville, GA |
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GREAT GALENA CHOPPER DROPAnd the WINNERS are: $1,000 2nd Prize: #1552 Bill Berning $500 3rd Prize: #1064 Aidan Schubert 4th-8th Prizes $100: #374 Marissa Lynn #1603 Ellie Moes #859 Jeff Wood #66 Woodbine Bend #694 Jane Carslile 2nd Place: First Community Bank of Galena GREAT GALENA CHOPPER DROP |
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Great Galena Chopper DropSaturday, August 25 - buy your tickets today! The Great Galena Chopper Drop Eagle Ridge North Course 4-Person Best Ball Tournament 11:30am Chopper Drop at 5:00pm For more info and to purchase tickets, go to www.ChopperDrop.com |
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Banner Exchange Outbound exchange student Emma Larkin participates in a long time Rotary International tradition - the "Banner Exchange"! Pictured at left with her host club in Sao Paolo, Brazil. Emma arrived in Bauru, Brazil, earlier this month to begin her year abroad. The Rotary Club of Galena has sponsored Emma, and is proud to have her represent Rotary and America as she immerses herself in Brazilian culture. We are looking forward to corresponding with Emma throughout the year, and hearing her speak about her experiences when she returns next summer!  |
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Friday AgainOur meeting date has changed back to Fridays, on the following schedule: First Friday: 7:45am Breakfast at the DeSoto House Second, Third, and Fourth Fridays: 11:45am Lunch at the DeSoto House Fifth Friday on Wednesday: No regular meeting Check the calendar for speakers. The Satellite Club will continue to meet the First and Third Tuesday nights - check the calendar for details. Additional meetings are scheduled to plan and execute the Great Galena Chopper Drop. |
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RYLA Weekend Students learned valuable skills, forged lasting friendships, and had a GREAT TIME at RYLA this past weekend! |
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Casino Night.png) Rotary Roars for Youth AuctionOur 32nd annual auction raised $30,000 to split with the Galena Art & Recreation Center! Thanks to all our sponsors, attendees, and donors who made it all possible! |
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Rotary Roars for Youth Join the Rotary Club of Galena on April 28, 2018 for our annual Rotary Roars for Youth AuctionThis year's theme is Casino Night, and 50% of the proceeds will be given directly to the Galena Art and Recreation CenterTickets are limited - and going fast. For Tickets and Information go to |
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Founding Father Charter member Scott Lawlor received the "Founding Father" award for his 33 years of service. Scott is the last to leave the club of the 24 members who chartered the Rotary Club of Galena in 1984. |
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Service Above Self Jan Lavacek and Carole Sullivan were recently awarded the coveted "Service Above Self" award, given to recognize citizens who have exemplified the Rotary Motto. Among their numerous accomplishments in the community, Jan and Carole are co-founders of the Galena Center for the Arts, one of the newest gems in the Galena hillside. The Center houses an art gallery featuring local artists, an exhibit hall showcasing special exhibits throughout the year (currently local artist Janet Checker), artist workspace, low level theatre and exhibit space (currently featuring artwork in the “Broad Ideas” experience). If you see Jan and Carole, please congratulate them on their award and thank them for their service to our great community. |
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Open HouseJoin Us... * March 27th, 7:00-9:00 pm* Fried Green Tomatoes * Heavy appetizers and cash bar * Meet and mingle with Rotarians * "Service Above Self" Award to Jan Lavacek and Carole Sullivan * "Founding Father" Award to Scott Lawlor Join us for a night of food, fellowship and fun, compliments of the Rotary Club of Galena. We will be recognizing outstanding members of the community, including Jan Lavacek and Carole Sullivan, founders of the Galena Center for the Arts, and Scott Lawlor, retiring CEO of Galena Cellars and founding member of our club. Admission is free, and open to the public. All Rotarians are encouraged to attend and bring a guest. |
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Rotary 4 ARCGalena Rotary Pledges $65,000The Rotary Club of Galena has pledged to raise $65,000 to present to the Galena ARC. The funds will be designated for the expansion of their infant childcare facilities. The contribution details are:
The Galena ARC has been a critical part of growing up in Galena for generations, and now it needs to grow to meet the needs of a new generation. Galena needs young families to survive, and young families need affordable daycare. The Rotary Club of Galena has taken notice, and is compelled to act. Our traditional focus of youth and education fits nicely with the ARC's mission, and their past achievements inspire us to believe they will continue to be a vital part of our community, with the support of Rotary and others. The fundraising kicks off with this year's "Rotary Roars for Youth" auction. For tickets and donation forms, go to www.Rotary4ARC.com. * matching grant is for donations from individuals, not organizations, government agencies or businesses. The purpose is to encourage citizens to donate the ARC. |
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Service Above Self The Rotary Club of Galena honored two members of the Rotary Club of Combarbala, Chile–Gloria Margarita Miranda Tapia, right, and Miguel Alberto Oñate Collado, left–on Wednesday, June 7, with the club's Service Above Self Award. Since 2004, when Rotary International initiated its Twin Club program in celebration of its centennial, the Galena and Combarbala Rotary clubs have jointly worked on a number of projects. This included building public restrooms in Combarbala's Plaza de Armas and providing unused firefighter turnout gear to Combarbala's firefighters and bringing a number of Combarbala teachers to the Galena area. Rotary District 6420 has also assisted with projects, sending English language acquisition specialists to work with English teachers in the Combarbala area. Presenting the awards was Mike Steinhoff, Galena club president. |
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Stay InformedGalenaRotary.orgHave you been to our club website lately? Are you a new member who has not been properly introduced to our club website? We have a great website with many very useful features. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with it - you won't be disappointed! |
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Auction Items
A Successful Auction Begins with You!Our annual auction will only be as successful as we make it. We need to canvass the area for donations to sell in the live and silent auction. |
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RYLA Officer Needed
Make a Difference We still need Rotarian to lead RYLA in 2018. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Chris Curran for more information. Chris will be organizing the 2017 event the weekend of May 5-7.Not familiar with RYLA? The Rotary Youth Leadership Academy builds confidence and leadership skills in students - learn more at Rotary6420.org |
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Betsy Rose Achett: Galena Rotary's newest memberBetsy Rose Achett, left, owner of the Galena Ramada, is the newest member of the Rotary Club of Galena. Participating in the initiation on Wednesday, Feb. 22 are Mike Steinhoff, center, president, and Andy Willis, right, treasurer.
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Two Galena Rotary members honored for Foundation givingOn Wednesday, Feb. 15, Galena Rotary honored Barb Sloan, left, and Jim Kellar, right, for their continued contributions to the Rotary Foundation. Making the presentations was Helen Kilgore, center, Rotary International Foundation chair for the club.
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Rich Mattas, Past President (2015-16) of the Rotary Club of Galena, passed away Dec 31, 2016.
A retired Senior Nuclear Engineer from Argonne National Laboratory, Rich joined our club in 2005. He had am immediate impact on all of us. He brought a calm demeanor, incredible knowledge and world experience, but his wit and wisdom will be missed the most.
Please keep his wife Laurie in your thoughts and prayers.
There will be a celebration of Rich's life Saturday, January 14, at the Galena Territory Association Owner's Club from 2-5 pm.
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Welcome Zoe Johnsonowner of ZJ Silks in Galena
Zoe became an official member in November, and we know she is anxious to pitch in and help our club succeed!
Welcome to the Rotary Club of Galena!
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Congratulations to all the winners from the first annual Great Galena Chopper Drop!
$5,000 Grand Prize Winner: Dottie Morizzo
$1,000 2nd Prize Winner: Patrick Buck $500 3rd Prize Winner: Jerry Marella 4th-8th Prizes $100 each: Brenda Ertmer, Bernie Hicks, John Osmanski, Matt & Beth Gullone, and Sally Peterson We'd like to extend a HUGE thank you to all our supporters and sponsors:
Galena Golf Club, First Community Bank, John and Marge Cooke,
Illinois Bank & Trust, Piggly Wiggly and James Martin Jewelers. A special Thank You to Denis and Neal Redington for dropping our balls! |
The Galena Rotary Club is proud to announce that it has created an award to recognize citizens who have exemplified the Rotary Motto “Service above Self.” Rotary International was founded with the following objectives:
The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service.
High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition
of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each
Rotarians occupation as an opportunity to serve society.
The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian’s personal,
business, and community life.
Our search for such individuals will take in consideration the Rotary 4-way Test:
As Rotarians we all strive to make these tenets a part of our daily lives. Our communities are as fine as they are because there are many other citizens who do the same without being members of our club. In seeking to identify and recognize those citizens, we ask your assistance by submitting any citizen you feel is worthy of such recognition.
We thank you for your help on our endeavor.
The following procedures are meant to be guide lines only. They were developed to facilitate an attempt at an objective procedure in selecting a candidate. In no way is this to be constructed as the final means in making what will ultimately be a subjective decision.
1. Each applicant will be considering by looking at scope of contribution, length of time dedicated to the activity, other community involvement and value of the activity to the community.
2. A point system was devised for each category.
a. Value of community 1-10 points
b. Scope of service 1-10 points
c. Time devoted to activity 1-10 points
d. Length of service 1-5 points (1 point for each year)
e. Other community involvement 1-3 points
3. Each member of the committee will vote for the top five applicants giving 5 points to first choice and 1 point for fifth choice.
4. Ties will be broken by a consensus of the committee members.
| 1985 - Roger Yardley 1986 - Dennis Hirstein 1987 - Ken Parrott 1988 - John Osmanski 1989 - Bert Tower 1990 - Tom Morris 1991 - Phillip A Jackman 1992 - Patrick McCarthy 1993 - Jeff Holder 1994 - Dan Mitchell | 1995 - Paul Kindig 1996 - Gordy Kilgore 1997 - Bucky Ellis 1998 - Shirley Leliosh 1999 - Patrick McCarthy and Dwight Bischel 2000 - Santiago Mendez 2001 - Tom Morris 2002 - Shirley Leliosh 2003 - Dwight Bischel | 2004 - John Cooke 2005 - Bob Wehrle 2006 - Andy Willis 2007 - Carter Newton 2008 - Dick Laubhan and Jim Kellar 2009 - Don Porter 2010 - Rich Austin 2012 - Lois Jean Wienen and Don Campbell | 2013 - Denton Brown 2014 - James Kellar 2015 - Helen Kilgore 2016 - none selected 2017 - Andy Willis 2018 - Janet Eggleston 2019 - Emily Doland |
On October 16, the Galena Rotary Club welcomed three new members, Gavin Doyle, Diane Gockel, and Michele Berning, all from Illinois Bank and Trust. They already have expressed an interest in participating in the annual Rotary Auction, Rotary Roars for Youth, that raises funds for college scholarships for local high school seniors. 
