Rotary Club of Dwight

06/13/2026

We Just want to remind everyone again, that the Culpepper and Merriweather Circus has CANCELLED their performance date with us.

The reason, is a sad one: the State of Illinois has passed a law that our preforming entities cannot have 'wild animals' in their programs. Therefore they will not keep their August 16th date with us.

So sorry -- this is an activity we have enjoyed bringing to Dwight.

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06/09/2026

It was a pleasure to visit with ADG Mary!
This Past Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at The Dwight Rotary Club, Mary Hodson (Assistant District Governor) Was Our Guest Speaker. She Presented Us With The Yearly Flag.

Rotary President chose "Create Lasting Impact" Olayinka Hakeem Babalola said, “As members of Rotary, we share a vision of a better future,” he said. “To make this vision a reality, we must acknowledge and unleash the change within ourselves.”

05/23/2026

On May 20, 2026 our guest was The Deputy Police Chief Gary Beier. His purpose today is to give the members an update on Dwight Police Department and to also talk about the National Night-Out event in August.
Rotary members voted to donate $250 to the August Event.

05/20/2026

We can certainly say that the event called Rotary Youth Leadership Conference (RYLA) was a successfor the Dwight Rotary Club. Seven Dwight High Students attended.

Monday, May 5, 2025 The Students That Went To RYLA Shared Their Experiences And Had Their Families With Them. Pizza 🍕 & Pop Was Served!!

These Young People Are Outstanding!!
The Event Was Held At The Blackbird Commons Building.
Speakers President Earl and Rotarian Andy had the program well in hand.

They have placed the event on such a pedistal this year. We hope we can hold that standard in future years.

05/04/2026

Guest of Rotary April 29th, 2026 was Pastor Eric Morgan. He Has Been the Pastor of the 1st Congressional Church of Dwight For About 2 Years. He Was Randy's Guest At Last Week’s Rotary Meeting. He Is Interested in Joining the group At some time.

04/24/2026

Wednesday, April 23rd, our guest speaker was Sharon Burkhart. She shared about Quilt Shows and How to Host a Quilt Show.
The Dwight Rotary is Thinking about hosting one during Harvest Day Weekend. We Thank Sharon for lending her expertise.

04/23/2026

More RYLA info from Rotary Club of Dwight:

What an incredible weekend at the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) camp. It was truly inspiring to spend time at the camp and watch these students fully engage in the program and grow as young leaders. I can’t wait for you all to hear directly from them at our upcoming pizza party, date tbd.
As in past years, the program was exceptionally well organized, with age‑appropriate curriculum designed to prepare participants for future leadership roles. This year’s camp hosted 87 attendees, including six Rotary Exchange students—three from Brazil and one each from Finland, Denmark, and Germany.
It’s clear that RYLA continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of these young adults. Thank you to everyone who supports this program. A special thank‑you to Josh Delong and Andy Pittenger for the time you dedicate to student selection, tuition support, registration, and communication. Our club's partnership with DTHS is critical to the success of the weekend. Thank you as well to Rodney and Destiny Connor for your generous scholarship donation.

04/23/2026

Hoping for good weather in Monticello this weekend as 7 Dwight High students and our Rotary member-Andy Vigna will be attending the (RYLA) Rotary Youth Leadership Award camp April 17-19.

Dale Adams will work with Principal Pettinger for a viable date for the Rotary social event (pizza and soda) at Blackbird Commons venue on East Main Street Dwight. Students will share their personal leadership growth experiences from the RYLA weekend.

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04/23/2026

Recognition:
Thank you to Rotary Member Rodney Connor, for personally donating the admission $180 fee for the seventh Student to go to RYLA from Dwight Rotary.
As you know, Dwight High School (Thanks to Superintendent DeLong and Principal Pettinger) and the Dwight Rotary Club Combined to sponsor the RYLA admission fees for 6 students.
Thank you to Rodney Connor and Andy Vigna for volunteering transportation to RYLA in Monticello for our 7 Dwight Students.

04/18/2026

Advanced Notice:
Mark Your Calendars!

Culpepper and Merriweather Circus, Sunday August 16th
Sponsored by the Dwight Rotary Club.

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