Upcoming Schedule
- Oct 1: Melissa Wolfe: “Move U”
- Oct 8: NO NOON MEETING – SURF & TURF FEED | 5:30 – 8 PM
- Oct 30: Casino Night
Upcoming Committee Meetings
- October 14: Humanity and AI Committee 6pm
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- Membership Social, September 24, 2026THE MEMBERSHIP SOCIAL had the Country Club buzzing with enthusiasm, laughter, lively conversation and plenty of toasts to Rotary and friendship last Thursday evening. The well orchestrated evening was attended by almost 40 Rotarians and guests. After a short video introducing Rotary, Don Louque gave an overview of our club’s many activities.
News
- Awareness & Prevention of Human Trafficking, September 26, 2026HUMAN TRAFFICKING COMMITTEE AT WORK An Awareness & Prevention of Human Trafficking table was hosted by John Lamanna, David Gillespie, Kathy Tagnesi, and Ridge White at Handley Library’s “HowTo Fest!” last Saturday to help showcase our club’s efforts in this important arena.
Weekly Health Report
- Health Report September 17, 2026Libba was happy to report that all of our members are doing well ! An Apple a Day Apples are packed with fiber, vitamins and antioxidants, giving some truth to the old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” And with Apple Harvest Festival upon us, what better excuse to enjoy one — fresh, baked, or even tucked inside an apple dumpling.
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
- 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 ...
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 ...