Rotary D6440

09/21/2026

Early registration for the 2027 Rotary International Convention ends today. Find more information about how to register here https://rotary6440.org/event/2027-rotary-international-convention/

09/04/2026

Barcelona is waiting for you in 2027! Registration opens September 17.

06/12/2026

Checking in from Taipei for the 2026 International Rotary Convention🇹🇼

We made the 15+ hr flight from Chicago!
-DGE Rick

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11/05/2025

District 6440 Rotarians helping Operation Warm and PGA of America gift new coats and shoes to students in Elk Grove Village today.

06/29/2025

06/26/2025

Northwest Herald

Lake in the Hills Rotary Club plants fifth pollinator garden
By Kevin Newberry June 23, 2025

The Rotary Club of Lake in the Hills planted its fifth pollinator garden at the Algonquin Area Library’s east branch on May 31, 2025, removing an invasive ground cover from a large existing garden. In its place, the club planted 423 native plants that will benefit pollinators like monarchs, hummingbirds and native bees. (Photo provided by Rotary Club of Lake in the Hills)

Over the past five years, the club has focused on one of the pillars of Rotary: the protection of the environment. A news release from the club said that given the severity of the loss of pollinators, it is of the utmost importance to do everything possible to reverse these losses and help restore their populations, with 75% of foods tied to pollinators, including fruits and vegetables. Any pollinator garden, big or small, can help improve the population of this essential group.

The Land Conservancy of McHenry County assisted in choosing the appropriate native plants for this garden, which was planted May 31, as well as the other four gardens planted by the club.

06/25/2025

Shaw News

Blind Flights beer tasting event coming to Carpentersville July 12
By Shaw Local News Network

June 23, 2025

Flights are a modern way to enjoy a variety of craft beers and flavors.
Flights are a modern way to enjoy a variety of craft beers and flavors. (Metro Newspaper Service )
The Rotary Club of Carpentersville Morning is hosting the Blind Flights beer tasting event from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, July 12 in Carpenter Park.

Guests can taste a variety of beer from 11 breweries while blindfolded and then vote on their favorites in each style category. Participating breweries include Black & Gray Brewing Co., Crystal Lake Brewing, Emmett’s West Dundee, Pollyanna Brewing Company, Sew Hop’d and more.

Food vendors include Duke’s Blues N BBQ and No Manches Mexican Grill.

The event will also have live music, raffles and picnic-style fun.

Tickets are $38.10 (including fees) and can be purchased online here or at the event.

Proceeds from the event support local causes through the Carpentersville Rotary Club.

For more information, visit carpentersvillerotary.org.

06/11/2025

Daily Herald

Lake in the Hills Rotary creates pollinator garden with native plants at local library

June 09, 2025 11:19 pm

Submitted by Wade Merritt
On May 31, the Rotary club of Lake in the Hills planted their fifth pollinator garden at the Algonquin Area Library east branch.

The club removed an invasive ground cover from a large garden. In its place, they planted 423 native plants that will benefit all types of pollinators including monarchs, hummingbirds and native bees.

Over the last five years, the club has focused on one of the pillars of Rotary, the protection of the environment.

Given the severity of the loss of pollinators, it is of the utmost importance to do everything possible to reverse these losses and help restore their populations.

Seventy-five percent of our food comes from the efforts of the pollinators. The entire ecosystem is dependent on pollinators including the pollination of fruits and vegetables. Any pollinator garden, big or small, can help improve the population of this essential group.

The Land Conservancy of McHenry County assisted in choosing the appropriate native plants for this and the other four gardens the club has planted.

Native plants, including the numerous types of milkweed, thrive in almost all conditions and provide an environmentally friendly and beautiful garden for years to come. You can schedule a site consultation by going to conservemc.org.

The Rotary Club of Lake in the Hills obtains funds for this garden and other service projects throughout the year from the Rockin’ Rotary Ribfest which runs this year from July 10-13.

This event features music, ribs from across the country as well as other food choices from local vendors, a carnival and an interactive business expo.

06/11/2025

Daily Herald

Huntley Rotary Club awards scholarships to four Huntley High seniors

June 02, 2025
By Karen Hutchings, Huntley Northwest Rotary Supper Club

Community service through school and in the community weighed heavily as the Rotary Club of Huntley selected four talented seniors from Huntley High School to receive scholarships.

Students, their parents, and a few grandparents joined Rotary Board members on May 6 at Morkes Chocolate in Huntley to celebrate the annual scholarship winners.

The Thom Palmer scholarship, provided by Ken Black, was awarded to Brooke Rogers while Christine Such, youth services coordinator, presented awards and checks to Sara Willis, Kate Burkey, Brooke Rogers and Mackenzie Billard for an extra assist in advancing their education.

Huntley High School Principal Marcus Belin and College and Career Counselor Laura Martens shared best wishes and stories about each student.

Visit www.HuntleyRotary.org for volunteer, leadership, and opportunities for “Service Above Self.”

06/01/2025

Rotary Club of Cary-Grove Farmers Market, Cary

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays from June 1 to Sept. 28
Cary Metra station, 100 W. Main St.
Area vendors offer vegetables, fruits, cheeses, meats, jams, treats, artisan-made soap and jewelry
facebook.com/CaryFarmersMarket

The Rotary Club of Cary Grove bringing you Cary Farmers Market showcasing local vendors.