Hello Fellow Rotarians,
It's September! And while pumpkin spice is now on some menus, Fall doesn't officially start until September 22nd. So, enjoy the last few weeks of Summer! It was back-to-school this week for many of our families and friends, including the schools our Club volunteers with. More info will be shared soon on our volunteering work at Edith Cavell and Forest Glen schools. It's also the start of 🏈 football season for those of us who celebrate ☺️.
As we move into September, our Rotary theme focuses on Basic Education and Literacy. This month is a reminder of the power of learning to transform lives and communities. Around the world, millions of children and adults still lack access to quality education, and Rotary plays an important role in changing that reality. Whether it’s supporting local literacy programs, mentoring youth, or helping provide resources for schools, each of us can make a difference. I encourage you to think about ways we, as a club, can contribute—both locally and globally—to ensure that education remains a gateway to opportunity and hope. Together, let’s continue to open doors through knowledge and service.
We're keeping social/fellowship activities coming!
You're Invited: Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner – Saturday, September 20!
Sign up for a fun evening of food, laughter, and surprise company!
🎭 Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?
📅 Date: Saturday, September 20
📍 Location: A mystery—you’ll find out a a day or two before!
It’s a twist on the classic dinner party: you won’t know who you’re dining with—or where—until the evening begins.
How to Participate:
👉 Be a Guest
Are you attending solo or with a guest?
Any food or dietary restrictions?
Any pet allergies?
You'll be assigned to bring an appetizer, side dish or dessert
👉 Be a Host – Share:
The meal or dish you’ll serve
If you have pets
How many guests you can host
Preferred arrival time
Your address
📬 Please RSVP to cathyblack47@hotmail.com by September 12th.
When you reply, include all details that apply so I can match everyone smoothly.
Reminder, the YWCA is asking if our Club members can volunteer again at their fundraising event on September 18th.
YWCA is looking for volunteers to help in the following roles:
Assisting the catering team with food service
Serving as auditorium ushers
Supporting raffle ticket sales
🕕 The event runs from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and volunteers are asked to arrive by 5:30 p.m. for a quick team huddle before we kick things off.
Please let Anissa Mustafa, shucran@hotmail.com, know if you can help out!
REMINDER: Due to Renovations happening in the Meeting Room D area, we are at Legends for the month of September.
Yours in Rotary,
Catherine
Catherine Black
President, Rotary MWR
