Upcoming Schedule
- Feb 25, Board meeting, Winchester Country Club
- February 26 – Awards Banquet (No Noon Meeting) Landfall lodge 6pm
- March 5 – John Jewell – data centers
- March 12 – Early Act Club, new member talks
- March 19 – Ajay Virmani – atrial fib and treatment
- April 3 – Interactive game day
- April 9 – Membership Social (No Noon Meeting)
Invocation Repository
If you need some inspiration for an upcoming invocation, here’s a link to some prior ones to get you started.
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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
- AnnouncementsDan Abel, acknowledged for heading up the A/V team for the past several years, is stepping aside from that position to enjoy lunch like other members. Thank you, Dan! The A/V team will now be headed up by Dale Ervin. Little Theater Night – May 14th. Reserve the date now! This ...
Last Week’s Program
Program- Handley InteractFive Interact members received their RYLA certificates from Julia Kogut and spoke on their experience at RYLA. Zion Brooks, who won 1st place in the 4-Way Speech contest, read her essay. She received a standing ovation for her thoughtful and inspiring presentation. Zion will also present it at the District Conference.
News
- District Conference + MoreDISTRICT CONFERENCE IS COMING UP – DON’T MISS IT! Plan to attend our District Conference in Harrisonburg, Apr 23-26th for a life-changing experience! You’ll find the full schedule, registration, and hotel information on the Conference website | Rotary District 7570 Conference. FREE REGISTRATION & 1 NIGHT LODGING FOR MEMBERS WHO HAVE NEVER ATTENDED! READY FOR MARCH MADNESS?? IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN A POOL FOR MARCH MADNESS, CONTACT TREY KERN at treyk@kernmotorco.com. COMMUNITY FOUNDATION COMMUNITY STARS EVENT Our own John & Marjorie Lewis are being honored at the Community Stars Celebration on March 5th! To buy tickets, go to https://cfnsv.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=2960 Birthdays & Anniversaries Birthdays: No birthdays this week. Recent Club ...
Weekly Health Report
- Feb 26Twin babies are still on the way for Kit Redmer and his wife Pau! Stay tuned for updates. Irv Shendow just became a great-grandfather for the 4th time! Please continue to keep Darlene Kent, Michelle Thomas, and Emily Maddox in your thoughts and prayers as they deal with health issues. Health Tip: Bananas and avocados are simple, powerful foods that support heart health, steady energy, and overall wellness. Bananas provide potassium and fiber to help regulate blood pressure and support digestion, while avocados deliver heart-healthy fats that help lower bad cholesterol and keep you feeling full longer. Adding just one of these each day is an easy, delicious step toward better health. On your breakfast toast, try peanut butter & banana or avocado & eggs to get your day off to a healthy start.
Service Project
What's Happening- Service ProjectContinuing from this past month, we’re helping CCAP renovate their sorting room and food pantry—work funded by last year’s District Grant. Earlier this month, we assembled new pantry shelving. On March 7th, we are going to build wooden shelves for the sorting room. The wood is already cut to size thanks to Dale Ervin’s expertise. Using mostly drills, screws and drivers, this project should only take a few hours. Almost anyone can do this, although it will require standing and handling 2x4s and plywood. This is not just a man’s job! Women, let’s show what you can do! , March 7th, 11 am ...
News
- New Member – Glen HabbershawOur newest member, Glen Habbershaw, began his New Member Talk by thanking his sponsors, John Elrick and Dave Sweeney, along with his mentor, Sharon Gromling, for their support and welcoming him to the club. With humor, he opened by declaring it time for winter to end, recalling a formative memory of walking to school in Quebec City in minus-50-degree temperatures during a snowstorm that froze his eyelids shut. The experience of learning French in Quebec launched a global career in education. It first took him to Japan, where he spent three remarkable years teaching at Miyagino Senior High School. He later worked with Cambridge ...
Announcements
- Tues MorningsEvery Tuesday morning from 9:30 to 11:00, Chef Maggie Peterson prepares meals at the Knights of Columbus Hall that are frozen and delivered to more than 100 families in our community who need food support. Can you help? No Special skills needed – If you can open a can, stir a pot, or lend an hour, you’re exactly who’s needed. A small bit of time makes a big difference for families who will feel the impact right away. Older children can help, too! The KoC Hall is located at 519 S. Cameron St in Winchester. To sign up, click HERE.