Upcoming Schedule
- September 10 – John Elrick, Humanity and AI Committee Report
- September 12 – Peace Garden Service Project, Winchester Rescue Mission, Valley Ave
- September 17 – Larry Weiss and Nancy Baker, Coats for Kids
- September 19-20 – Apple Harvest Festival
- September 24 – Membership Social – 5:30
NO NOON MEETING ON SEPT 24
Upcoming Committee Meetings
- September 9 – Humanity and AI Committee 6 pm Country Club
- September 10 – Golf Tournament Committee Meeting 11:15am Country Club
- September 10 – Casino Committee Meeting 1pm Country Club
Invocation Repository
If you need some inspiration for an upcoming invocation, here’s a link to some prior ones to get you started.
Video from Our Peace Presentation
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Our Board
Seeking New Members
NEW MEMBER DRIVE LET’S GROW TOGETHER!
As President John shared last week, we need eight new members to hit our goal for the year. The truth is, if we’re not growing, we’re not just standing still—we’re losing momentum. Fresh faces bring fresh ideas, energy, connections, and perspectives—everything that keeps our club vibrant, dynamic, and impactful. Here’s how you can help: It’s as easy as a Simple Ask—no hard sell required! Just say:
“Would you like to join me for lunch at my Rotary meeting this week? I think you’ll find it interesting — lunch is on me!” (The club will pick up the tab.) Think about potential members in your circle—colleagues, clergy, board members of other organizations, first responders, teachers, coaches. We have membership options to fit any schedule.
Your Challenge:
Bring a guest to a noon meeting in the next two weeks. Here’s the link to the membership application!
The Cogwheel
- Program – 2026-08-27Last week, fellow Rotarians Jenny Grooms and Emily Burner of the Valley Health Foundation (Front Royal RC) shared an ambitious and inspiring plan to bring healthcare directly to people who have difficulty accessing it. Bridging the Gap in Rural Healthcare More than 70% of the counties Valley Health serves are rural. In ...
Last Week’s Program
Program- Rich Venskoske – September 3, 2026Last week we got a fascinating look at just how much happens before, during and after Election Day. Our speaker was Rich Venskoske, Frederick County Director of Elections, who explained that running an election is anything but a one-day job. Before voting begins, every piece of voting equipment undergoes extensive “Logic and Accuracy” testing to ensure it records every possible ballot choice correctly. Absentee voting adds another layer of work: this week alone, Rich reported that his office is preparing 3,200 ballots for mailing. Early voting has also grown significantly, with 36% of voters casting ballots before Election Day in the ...
News
- Nick Nerangis in the NewsLongtime entrepreneur, community leader, and U.S. Navy veteran Nick Nerangis was recently spotlighted in the official U.S. Naval Academy alumni magazine, Shipmate, bringing renewed attention to his multi-chapter career and his acclaim on the independent film circuit. Act I: Naval Service & Foundations of Leadership Nick graduated from the United States Naval Academy with the Class of 1963. During his early military service as a naval officer, he deployed aboard the historic 1964 nuclear task force world cruise (Operation Sea Orbit), where he even organized a vocal performance group among the crew. That blend of discipline, command presence, and artistic curiosity would ...
Weekly Health Report
- Health Report – September 3, 2026Libba was happy to report that Dick Kent’s wife Darlene is cancer free after her latest chemo treatment. Bring on the Beets! Love them or hate them, beets pack a healthy punch. Their naturally occurring nitrates can help improve blood flow, lower blood pressure and increase endurance. They may also benefit brain health and help reduce inflammation. So even if beets aren’t your favorite, your body may be voting “yes!”.
Service Project
What's Happening- September 2026 Service ProjectSpread Some Good: September Service Project at the Peace Garden Grab a shovel and help us put Rotary service into action! For our September Service Project, we are heading to the Winchester Rescue Mission to help build their brand-new Peace Garden—a welcoming outdoor space designed for reflection and rest for residents and guests. Thanks to the generosity of our club members who purchased the materials, the cobblestone is ready to go. Now, we just need a little muscle to help spread it. Project Details Date: Saturday, September 12 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Location: Winchester Rescue Mission, 2655 Valley Avenue Volunteers Needed: 6 Rotarians What to Bring: ...
News
- Golf Tournament October 2026Tee It Up for Scouting: Annual Golf Tournament Returns October 5 Dust off your clubs, stock up on extra balls, and mark your calendar for Monday, October 5. Our annual Golf Tournament is back, and this year all proceeds directly support local Scouting programs—helping provide leadership training, outdoor adventures, and character-building opportunities for youth across our community. Whether your golf game resembles the PGA Tour or an extensive tour of the rough, there is a role for everyone: Ways to Get Involved Be a Player: Step up to the tee, lose a ball, hunt for it in the woods, find someone else’s ball, and ...
Announcements
- Just 90 Minutes Can Help Feed 100 FamiliesLooking for an easy, high-impact way to serve our community this week? Give us just an hour and a half of your morning, and help ensure more than 100 local families have warm, nourishing meals on their tables. We are gathering at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Winchester to prep, pack, and stage meals for neighbors facing food insecurity. You don’t need any culinary background to make a difference—whether you can slice, scoop, package, or just move boxes, there is an essential role ready for you. Volunteer Details When: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Where: Knights of Columbus Hall, 519 S Cameron St, Winchester, VA Who: Everyone welcome—from seasoned home cooks to first-time volunteers What to Expect: Fast-paced, rewarding kitchen prep and meal packaging in a supportive team environment We are facing a high community need and urgently require additional hands on the prep line to hit our goal. If you have 90 minutes to spare, show ...