Rotary Club of Kelso

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Kelso Rotary was founded in 1923. Serving our community for over 100 years! https://linktr.ee/kelsorotary

11/01/2026

What a fun night in Downtown Kelso! 🎃 We loved seeing all the creative costumes and smiling faces. Thanks for stopping by to see us! 👻

10/30/2026

The candy is ready! 🍬🎃 Come find Kelso Rotary downtown!

10/29/2026

🐶🐱 Great program at Kelso Rotary today!

Thank you to Andrea Bruno with the Humane Society for Southwest Washington for speaking with us about local adoption, fostering, volunteer opportunities, and the power of community partnerships.
We appreciate all they do for animals in our community and enjoyed learning about the many ways people can get involved! ❤️

10/26/2026

🎃🍬 Trick or Treat!
Kelso Rotary will be joining the fun at Downtown Kelso Trick or Treat on October 30th!
Bring the kiddos downtown between 3:30 and 5:30, stop by and say hello, and of course, grab some candy from your friends at Kelso Rotary. 🍭
We love opportunities like this to get out into our community and have a little fun together.
👻 We can't wait to see all those costumes!

10/19/2026

In Loving Memory of Dr. Anne Mette Smeenk 💙💛

It is with incredibly heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of our dear friend and fellow Rotarian, Dr. Anne Mette Smeenk, over the weekend.

Anne Mette was a cherished member of Kelso Rotary for 21 years, and her commitment to Service Above Self touched nearly every part of our club. She was our current Rotary Foundation Chair, served on the Lights in the Park Committee, volunteered in the food wagon, worked on International Projects, was Vocational & Literacy Chair, was on the Uganda Malnutrition team, and many, many more. she also generously sponsored many of our events, and was a Paul Harris Fellow +8.

But those titles only begin to describe what Anne Mette meant to us. She gave generously of her time, her resources, and most importantly, herself. Whether she was supporting the Kelso Rotary Club, the Rotary Foundation, working with fellow Rotarians on one event or another, working alongside her husband Kevin at a Longview Early Edition Rotary event, or simply sharing her warmth and friendship, Anne Mette made our club and our community better.

Her dedication to others extended far beyond Rotary. As a pediatrician at Child & Adolescent Clinic in Longview, she cared for generations of children and families in our community.
We are heartbroken by this tremendous loss. Our thoughts are with Anne Mette’s family, friends, colleagues, patients, and all those whose lives she touched.

Thank you, Anne Mette, for 21 years of friendship, generosity, and Service Above Self. You will be deeply missed and forever remembered. 💙💛

10/16/2026

Yesterday at Kelso Rotary, we were grateful to welcome Mary Beth Tack for an insightful update on Kelso Schools and the great work happening across the district.

We also had the pleasure of meeting our October Students of the Month from Kelso High School, RJ Cruz and Ashlynne Droke — two outstanding students who are already making a positive impact in their schools and community.

Proud of our youth, proud of our schools, proud of Kelso.

10/14/2026

Last week at Kelso Rotary, we had the privilege of hearing from Jenny Carroll with HEVIN (Helping Every Veteran In Need). Jenny shared how HEVIN supports local veterans by connecting them with essential resources, assistance, and advocacy when they need it most.

We are grateful for organizations like HEVIN that work tirelessly to ensure our veterans receive the support and respect they deserve. Thank you, Jenny, for educating us about the important work being done in our community and for your dedication to those who have served our country. 🇺🇸

09/24/2026

✨ September was a busy month for the Club! ✨

From inspiring speakers and community events to meaningful service projects, there was plenty to celebrate!

🐾 Officer Sarah Brent and Sgt. Brady Spaulding with retired K9 partner Icarus shared about the Washington State Police Canine Association Retired Police Dog Fund, which helps provide medical care for retired law enforcement canines.

🏡 Fred Baxter took us through the history of Longview’s Old West Side, sharing stories behind some of our community’s historic homes and architecture.

💙 Drew McDaniel from Columbia Wellness gave us insight into mental health trends in our community and ways we can support stronger mental wellness.

🦻 Heidi Crabtree shared practical information about hearing loss, communication strategies, and evolving hearing technology, including low-cost and low-tech options.

🎓 We also recognized our first Students of the Month for the 2026–27 school year! Congratulations to Avery Coburn & Brady Snaza! 👏

🧱 We completed the commemorative bricks at Lads & Lassies Park, celebrating our 100th year of the Rotary Club of Kelso!

🐾🎄 And outside of our meetings, we were busy with Food Wagon events, the Highlander Festival, and preparations for the return of Lights in the Park this December, including our new Paws in the Park kickoff!

Thank you to everyone who continues to make our club and our community stronger. 💙

09/21/2026

✨ It’s almost time to LIGHT UP THE PARK! ✨

Lights in the Park is returning to Kelso this December! 🎄❤️

And this year, we’re kicking things off with something NEW! 🐾✨

Join us December 10th for Paws in the Park — a community walk-through event to officially kick off the holiday season and Lights in the Park! Bring the family and your friendly, well-behaved four-legged friends! 🐶❤️

🐾 Dogs must be friendly, well-behaved, and kept on a leash at all times.

Then, Lights in the Park Drive Through continues December 11–24!

More lights. More holiday magic. More memories. ✨

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ❤️

📣 A little page update! Going forward, all Lights in the Park updates will be shared right here on the Rotary Club of Kelso page. Be sure to follow us here so you don't miss any holiday announcements! 🎄❤️

09/14/2026

What an amazing weekend at the Kelso Highlander Festival! ☘️🎉

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who visited us, supported us, and spent time with us throughout the event. Whether you stopped by to say hello, volunteered behind the scenes, or simply came out to enjoy the festivities, you helped make this year's festival a success.
We love being a part of this community event each year and are grateful for everyone who helps make it so special. See you next year!

💙💛Thank you, Kelso!

Address

900 Ash Street
Kelso, WA
98626

Opening Hours

12pm - 1pm

Telephone

+13604313276

Website

https://linktr.ee/kelsorotary

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