The Rotary Club of Greenwich

10/29/2026

💙💛 Rotary Fellowship Knows No Borders! 🌎🤝

The Greenwich Rotary Club was delighted and honored to welcome Patrick Griffin, a fellow Rotarian from Kenmore, New York!

One of the most beautiful things about Rotary is the connection we share with members from different communities, all united by the same passion for service, friendship, and making a positive difference.

It was a true pleasure having Patrick with us, exchanging ideas, sharing experiences, and celebrating the incredible spirit of Rotary fellowship.

💙 Patrick, thank you for visiting Greenwich Rotary! We are always happy to welcome fellow Rotarians and strengthen the friendships that make our organization so special.

🌟 Wherever we come from, we are united by one mission: Service Above Self.

We hope to see you again soon, Patrick! 💛

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10/29/2026

🍁💙 November at Greenwich Rotary Club! 💛🍂

We’re excited to share our November 2026 Speaker Schedule! Join us for a month of inspiring conversations, community connections, and meaningful opportunities to learn and serve.

📅 November 4 – Wilmington Rotary Club 🤝
Celebrating Rotary fellowship, exchanging ideas, and strengthening our shared commitment to community service.

📅 November 11 – Ann McCarthy | At Home in Greenwich 🏡
Discover how this wonderful organization helps older adults maintain independence, stay connected, and enjoy fulfilling lives in our community.

📅 November 18 – Carol Cadou | Greenwich Historical Society 🏛️
Learn about Greenwich’s rich history and the important work of preserving our town’s heritage for future generations.

📅 November 25 – No Meeting 🦃
Happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful for our members, friends, and community partners who make our mission possible.

💙💛 At Greenwich Rotary, we believe in the power of connection, leadership, and Service Above Self.

✨ Interested in joining our Rotary family? We welcome guests and anyone passionate about giving back and making a positive difference!

🕧 Wednesdays | 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
🌐 www.greenwichrotary.org

Together, We Connect. Together, We Inspire. Together, We Make a Difference!

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10/29/2026

🎶💙 Celebrating the Power of Music, Art & Community — Thank You, Greenwich Opera! 🎭✨

The Greenwich Rotary Club was truly honored to welcome Marcelo Guzzo and Anelle De B**r, the inspiring co-founders of Greenwich Opera Inc.

🎼 Marcelo Guzzo, Co-Founder and Executive Director, is an internationally acclaimed Uruguayan-Italian baritone whose remarkable career includes performances around the world and collaborations with legendary artists such as Andrea Bocelli and Plácido Domingo. His extraordinary talent and passion for music continue to inspire audiences across generations.

🌟 Anelle De B**r, Co-Founder and President, is an accomplished entrepreneur, philanthropist, and passionate advocate for the arts. Originally from South Africa, she has dedicated much of her life to humanitarian causes, including serving as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Nelson Mandela Children’s Foundation. Her commitment to education, culture, and community empowerment is truly inspiring.

💛 Greenwich Opera is a nonprofit organization with a beautiful mission: to make opera and classical music more accessible to everyone, regardless of age or background.

Through exceptional live performances, educational outreach, support for emerging artists, and meaningful community partnerships, Greenwich Opera is working to enrich our cultural landscape and introduce the magic of opera to future generations.

Their vision goes beyond the stage. It is about bringing people together, inspiring young minds, preserving the arts, and creating opportunities for our community to experience the transformative power of music.

👏 A heartfelt thank you to Marcelo and Anelle for sharing your remarkable journey.

At Greenwich Rotary, we believe that supporting education, creativity, and cultural enrichment is another meaningful way to live our motto: Service Above Self.

🌐 Learn more, attend a performance, or support their mission: www.greenwichopera.org

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10/29/2026

🎶💙 Celebrating the Power of Music, Art & Community — Thank You, Greenwich Opera! 🎭✨

The Greenwich Rotary Club was truly honored to welcome Marcelo Guzzo and Anelle De B**r, the inspiring co-founders of Greenwich Opera Inc., for a wonderful presentation about their vision, passion, and dedication to bringing world-class opera and the performing arts to our community.

🎼 Marcelo Guzzo, Co-Founder and Executive Director, is an internationally acclaimed Uruguayan-Italian baritone whose remarkable career includes performances around the world and collaborations with legendary artists such as Andrea Bocelli and Plácido Domingo. His extraordinary talent and passion for music continue to inspire audiences across generations.

🌟 Anelle De B**r, Co-Founder and President, is an accomplished entrepreneur, philanthropist, and passionate advocate for the arts. Originally from South Africa, she has dedicated much of her life to humanitarian causes, including serving as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Nelson Mandela Children’s Foundation. Her commitment to education, culture, and community empowerment is truly inspiring.

💛 Greenwich Opera Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a beautiful mission: to make opera and classical music more accessible to everyone, regardless of age or background.

Through exceptional live performances, educational outreach, support for emerging artists, and meaningful community partnerships, Greenwich Opera is working to enrich our cultural landscape and introduce the magic of opera to future generations.

Their vision goes beyond the stage. It is about bringing people together, inspiring young minds, preserving the arts, and creating opportunities for our community to experience the transformative power of music.

👏 A heartfelt thank you to Marcelo and Anelle for sharing your remarkable journey and reminding us how important the arts are in building stronger, more connected communities.

At Greenwich Rotary, we believe that supporting education, creativity, and cultural enrichment is another meaningful way to live our motto: Service Above Self.

🎭 We encourage our members, friends, and neighbors to discover and support Greenwich Opera and help this wonderful nonprofit continue to grow!

🌐 Learn more, attend a performance, or support their mission: www.greenwichopera.org

💙💛 Greenwich Rotary Club — Connecting People, Inspiring Change, Strengthening Our Community.

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10/24/2026

🌍❤️ WORLD POLIO DAY – OCTOBER 24 ❤️🌍

Together, We Can End Polio!

Today, we join Rotary Clubs around the world in raising awareness and renewing our commitment to END POLIO NOW! 💉

For decades, Rotary has been at the forefront of the fight to eradicate polio, helping protect millions of children and bringing us closer to a polio-free world.

✨ We are THIS CLOSE to making history!

But until polio is gone everywhere, our work is not done.

❤️ Every child deserves a healthy future.
🌎 Every vaccine brings us one step closer.
🤝 Together, we can finish the job!

Let’s make polio history — once and for all!

10/24/2026

💜 JOIN ROTARY AT THE FAIRFIELD COUNTY ALZHEIMER’S WALK! 💜

🚶‍♀️ Sunday, October 25, 2026

📍 Sherwood Island State Park, Westport, CT

⏰ Schedule:

* 8:30 AM – Event Opens
* 10:00 AM – Opening Ceremony
* 10:30 AM – Walk Begins

💜 Together, we can make a difference!

Join fellow Rotarians from more than 12 Fairfield County Rotary Clubs as we walk to raise awareness and support the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.

As a National Sponsor, Rotary will have a dedicated display table at the event. Come walk, connect with our community, meet fellow Rotarians, and share the spirit of Service Above Self!

💛 Wear your Rotary shirts and club colors!

💜 Bring your club brochures or flyers to share at the Rotary table.

💛 Donations are encouraged but not required. A $10 contribution is suggested.

If you haven’t registered, please visit the Registration/Welcome Tent when you arrive.

Bring a friend, invite a future Rotarian, and help us make a difference—one step at a time!

🌟 WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

10/21/2026

💚 Mental Health Matters — Thank You, Laurel Scarlata and NAMI! 💙

The Greenwich Rotary Club was honored to welcome Laurel Scarlata from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for an important and inspiring presentation about mental health awareness, compassion, and community support.

🌿 NAMI is making a remarkable difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by mental health conditions. Through free educational programs, support groups, advocacy, and community outreach, this incredible organization works tirelessly to break the stigma surrounding mental illness and ensure that no one has to face these challenges alone.

Their work is especially meaningful because mental health affects all of us — our families, friends, neighbors, and communities. By creating safe spaces for open conversations, providing valuable resources, and offering hope to those who need it most, NAMI is helping build a more understanding and compassionate society.

💚 No one should ever feel alone in their mental health journey.

A heartfelt thank you to Laurel Scarlata for sharing NAMI’s mission and reminding us of the importance of kindness, awareness, and standing together as a community.

At Greenwich Rotary, we believe that Service Above Self also means supporting emotional well-being, encouraging understanding, and helping those who may be struggling.

🙏 We encourage everyone to learn more, get involved, and support this important mission. Together, we can help break the stigma and make a lasting difference.

🌐 Learn more: www.nami.org

💙💛 Greenwich Rotary Club — People of Action, Making a Difference.

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10/21/2026

💚 Mental Health Matters — Thank You, Laurel Scarlata and NAMI! 💙

The Greenwich Rotary Club was honored to welcome Laurel Scarlata from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for an important and inspiring presentation about mental health awareness, compassion, and community support.

🌿 NAMI is making a remarkable difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by mental health conditions. Through free educational programs, support groups, advocacy, and community outreach, this incredible organization works tirelessly to break the stigma surrounding mental illness and ensure that no one has to face these challenges alone.

Their work is especially meaningful because mental health affects all of us — our families, friends, neighbors, and communities. By creating safe spaces for open conversations, providing valuable resources, and offering hope to those who need it most, NAMI is helping build a more understanding and compassionate society.

💚 No one should ever feel alone in their mental health journey.

A heartfelt thank you to Laurel Scarlata for sharing NAMI’s mission and reminding us of the importance of kindness, awareness, and standing together as a community.

At Greenwich Rotary, we believe that Service Above Self also means supporting emotional well-being, encouraging understanding, and helping those who may be struggling.

🙏 We encourage everyone to learn more, get involved, and support this important mission. Together, we can help break the stigma and make a lasting difference.

🌐 Learn more: www.nami.org

💙💛 Greenwich Rotary Club — People of Action, Making a Difference.

10/19/2026