Rotary Club of Wellington, Ontario

02/18/2026

TUESDAY, February 24, 2006, 7pm

The Rotary Club of Wellington's next Wellness Series topic:
"Anxiety...an emotion, a symptom, or an illness? A complex experience with many faces.

Presented by:
Dr. Joseph Burley MD, FRCP
Psychiatrist, Queen's University

Location:
Wellington Legion
364 Main Street
Wellington, ON

Rotary Club of Wellington, Ontario

12/24/2025

The Rotary Club of Wellington's Cheque Presentations to Storehouse Foodbank- Totalling over $7,500 in Donations!!
On Saturday December 19, 2025, The Rotary Club of Wellington presented a cheque of $6,938.65 to the Storehouse Foodbank as part of their proceeds from their Annual Dinner Dance and Online Auction held on Oct 18, 2025.

Addtionally a second cheque of $575 representing donations given by the Wellington Rotary Foundation was provided to the Foodbank.

The total amount donated to the Wellington Storehouse Foodbank was just over $7,500.

Here is a photo of the first cheque presentation to Susan Melvin, Storehouse Foodbank volunteer.

From left to right in the photo are Chris Campeau (President Elect Rotary Club of Wellington and Storehouse volunteer), Susan Melvin (Storehouse Foodbank volunteer), Yvonne Buys (President Rotary Club of Wellington), and Bill Pennell (Treasurer Rotary Club of Wellington and Foodbank volunteer).ting donations given by the Wellington Rotary Foundation.

12/24/2025

On December 19th, 2025 at our Rotary Club of Wellington Annual Christmas Party, Howard Ziedenberg and Bill Pennell each received their 3rd Paul Harris Fellowship. A Paul Harris Fellowship is granted to someone who truly embodies the spirit of Rotary. This individual leads quietly, serves generously, and consistently puts community before self. Through their commitment, compassion, and willingness to step up whenever help is needed, they make a meaningful and lasting difference. Howard and Bill were recognized for not only what they have done, but who they are - examples of “Service Above Self” in action. Congratulations Howard and Bill.

12/23/2025

The Rotary of Wellington Rotary Club Makes an Impact on Health Care!
Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation received a $7,000 gift from Wellington Rotary's Roaring 20's Dinner, Dance, & Auction event held on Oct 18, 2025.
PECMH From left: PECMH Foundation Executive Director Shannon Coull, Back the Build campaign cabinet chairperson Nancy Parks, Wellington Rotary Treasurer Bill Pennell, Wellington Rotary President Yvonne Buys, and Wellington Rotarian Trudy Brown.

12/23/2025

Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation recognizes Wellington Rotary for donating nearly $7,000 from their October 18 Roaring 20' dinner, dance and online/live auction event.

💙 Wellington Rotary’s Roaring ’20s Fundraiser Makes an Impact 💙

Wellington Rotary’s Roaring ’20s Dinner, Dance & Auction raised $13,877.30, including a nearly $7,000 gift to the PECM Hospital Foundation in support of the new hospital build. An equal amount supported the Wellington Storehouse Foodbank.

With great food by Chef Michael Hoy, live music by The Reasons, and generous community spirit, the night was a true celebration of giving back.

Thank you, Wellington Rotary, for helping strengthen health care in Prince Edward County 💙

11/17/2025

Reminder about tonight’s event on “Food Security & Prince Edward County” with Carson Arthur, 7:30 PM. Located at Wellington District Community Centre, Rotary Room, this talk is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Wellington as part of their community Wellness Series.
Date: Monday, November 17, 2025.

Carson Author is a landscape designer, media personality, and owner of Carson’s Garden + Market in Wellington. He is also a food security advocate and partner with local food banks.

11/01/2025

Carson Arthur is presenting on “Food Security & Prince Edward County” scheduled Monday, November 17th, 7:30 PM. Located at Wellington District Community Centre, Rotary Room, this talk is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Wellington as part of their community Wellness Series.

Carson Author is a landscape designer, media personality, and owner of Carson’s Garden + Market in Wellington. He is also a food security advocate and partner with local food banks.
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10/29/2025

SAVE THE DATE!
Carson Arthur is presenting on “Food Security & Prince Edward County” scheduled Monday, November 17th, 7:30 am. Located at Wellington District Community Centre, Rotary Room, this talk is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Wellington as part of their community Wellness Series.

Carson Author is a landscape designer, media personality, and owner of Carson’s Garden + Market in Wellington. He is also a food security advocate and partner with local food banks.

09/25/2025

Roaring 20's for "Back the Build" and the Storehouse Foodbank

The Wellington Rotary Fundraising Dinner & Dance for Back the Build of our new hospital and the Storehouse Foodbank will take place on Saturday October, 18th from 5:30 to 11pm at the Wellington Community Centre Highline Hall.

Buffet Dinner by Chef Michael Hoy

Live Band Music by The Reasons

Cost $120 per person. Includes tastings from 5:30 to 6:30, wine, beer and other items. Also, wine with dinner.

Tickets are available at www.wellingtonrotary.ca and Wellington Home Hardware.

Our online auction starts on October 1st and closes at 8:30pm on October 18th. Many wonderful items to bid on!!

BUFFET DINNER MENU

Humble Bread Selection with Lofty Cultured Butter (Humble Bread, Lofty Butter Company)

Selection of Salads:

Baby Spinach Salad with Bacon, Beet & Feta

Honey Pie Hives & Herbals Vinaigrette (Honey Pie Hives & Herbals)

Eastern Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with fresh Coriander & Mint

Simple Greens Salad with Cressy Mustard Dressing(Cressy Mustard)

Grilled & Chilled Sweet Potato & Cucumber Salad smoked Pepper, Ginger & Sesame Dressing (Canadian Vinegar Cellars, Sipkes Farms)

Main Dishes:

Chicken Chasseur with Mushrooms, Pancetta, Leeks, Shallots and Garlic (Prinzen Farms, Huff Estates)

Sirloin Tip Brochettes with Artichoke Pesto, Thyme and Lemon (Enright Cattle Co.)

Vegetable Dishes:

Herbes de Provence Roasted Potatoes (Honey Wagon Farms, Hagerman Farms, Honey Pie Hives & Herbals)

Best of Autumn Vegetable Selection (Lakeshore Farms, Hagerman Farms)

Desserts:

Vicki’s Veggies Carrot Cake with Matcha Cream Cheese Icing (Vicki’s Veggies)

Flourless Chocolate Whiskey Cake with Roasted Pear Caramel (Kinsip Distillery)

09/17/2025

Rotary Club of Wellington
Wellness Series
TAKE A HIKE
For the Health of It!
Join us to learn the health benefits of spending time in nature and details of the South Shore Footpath proposal.
Tuesday Sept 23rd, 7 PM
Wellington Legion
364 Main Street,
Wellington

Presented by
Lesa Berec
Joe Dale
South Shore Joint Initiative

09/17/2025

The Rotary Club of Wellington Invitation to the

South Shore Guided Walk Sept 28, 2025

Date and Time: Sunday, September 28, 11:00 am

REGISTRATION:

Please email Yvonne Buys at: [email protected]

Departure Point: corner of Army Reserve Road and Simpson Road

Walk description:

This educational walk goes to the Simpson Road Impoundment, a beautiful wetland providing habitat for many species of wildlife.

Knowledgeable guides will provide insight into what makes this habitat unique, and explain SSJI's work toward a South Shore Footpath to connect people to nature and, in turn, help to preserve the incredible biodiversity of the area.

Special Guest guides include:

· Sheila Kuja, botanist and ecologist
· Cheryl Chapman, outdoor environmental educator
· Matthew Christie, biology major and avid naturalist

The 1.5 – 2.0 hour walk is on a rough gravel road with ruts.

Parking: Please carpool! There is limited roadside parking at the departure point (Army Reserve Road and Simpson Road).

NOTE: There is room to park at Army Reserve Road and County Road 24. People could arrange to meet others there, then carpool over to Army Reserve and Simpson Roads, so there are fewer cars to park at the departure point.

Recommendations and cautions:

· Wear sturdy footwear. Depending on the weather leading up to the walk, the walk may include wet muddy areas.
· Bright coloured clothing is recommended.
· Ticks and Poison Ivy are common in Prince Edward County. Proper precautions are recommended.
· There are no washroom facilities.