Warwick Rotary RI

09/04/2026

Busy day at Rotary! 💙💛

We were proud to recognize Carole Ritarossi with a Paul Harris Fellowship in honor of her incredible generosity and commitment to service. Carole is someone who is always willing to show up, pitch in and help wherever she’s needed — when she’s not at the beach, of course! 🏖️ Congratulations, Carole, and thank you for all you do!

We also welcomed Cindy Coyne, candidate for Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor, as our guest speaker. Cindy shared highlights from a lifetime of public service, beginning with 20 years with the Rhode Island State Police, where she followed in her father’s footsteps and was just the second woman to enter the State Police Academy. She retired as a Lieutenant after serving in a variety of roles, including detective and undercover assignments.

Her public service continued in elected office, and she spoke about her legislative experience, including passage of Rhode Island’s law banning untraceable “ghost guns.” She also helped us better understand the role of Lieutenant Governor — not only being prepared to assume the Governor’s duties when necessary, but serving on numerous state boards and committees.

And while Cindy has much to be proud of professionally, she made it clear that she is especially proud of her four adult children, all successful in their own right and serving their communities in a variety of public-service roles. Clearly, service runs in the family!

A full lunch hour of recognition, service and civic conversation — just the way we like it at Warwick Rotary! ⚙️

Pictures below: President Steve Tilley with Carole and Cindy Coyne.

08/28/2026

08/28/2026

🥔 No Small Potatoes! 🥔

Today we rolled up our sleeves and spent some time volunteering at West Bay Farm, digging and picking potatoes! And while some of our harvest may have literally been no bigger than a dime 😂, the work being done at West Bay Farm is no small potatoes!

There’s something pretty satisfying about getting your hands in the dirt, working alongside good people, and helping bring in a harvest that will benefit our community. 💚

A fun day, a great cause, and a whole lot of potatoes — big, small, and very small! 🥔😂

08/22/2026

Thank you to Hank Sarazin, Founder and CEO of Onsite Dental Care, for joining the Rotary Club of Warwick on Thursday!

Hank shared the story behind Onsite Dental Care and its innovative approach to bringing compassionate, full-service dental care directly to residents of assisted-living communities throughout New England. Since founding the company in 2005, Hank has continued to expand access to care, including launching Onsite Hearing Care to help meet another important need among older adults.

We enjoyed learning about Hank’s entrepreneurial journey and, especially, his commitment to making quality care more accessible and convenient for seniors and their families. Thank you, Hank, for a terrific presentation!

Hank picture below with Club President Steve Tilley

08/14/2026

Thank you to State Representative Joe Solomon Jr. for joining the Rotary Club of Warwick today!

Representative Solomon, who has represented Warwick’s District 22 in the Rhode Island House of Representatives since 2015, spoke with members about his candidacy for Rhode Island Attorney General and the experience he would bring to the office.

An attorney and longtime public servant, Solomon shared his experience working in Rhode Island’s justice system as a prosecutor and bail commissioner, as well as his work in the General Assembly. He discussed his focus on public safety, protecting seniors from financial exploitation, reducing theft and scams, and advocating for consumers and families.

We appreciate Representative Solomon taking the time to visit with our members, share his perspective, and answer questions as Rhode Islanders prepare for the 2026 election.

Thank you for joining us, Joe! Pictured below: Joe with Club President Steve Tilley

08/10/2026

We had a great presentation last week by Jessica Smith from St. Elizabeth Community. She is the director of their new membership program atHome Together. It may be better than long term care insurance because it covers all aspects of aging by including a health navigator that coordinates your care from supplemental at home services to assisted living to long term care. Very interesting way to consider being able to stay “at home” longer and be less of a burden to your loved ones as we age. More details may be found here: https://stelizabethcommunity.org/services-care/athometogether/
Jessica is pictured below with Club President Steve Tilley.

07/30/2026

Today, the Warwick Rotary Club proudly put Service Above Self into action by partnering with Project Sweet Peas to assemble more than 800 care packages for families with babies in the NICU. 💜

Every month, our members roll up their sleeves to make a difference in our community—and today was no exception. It was a meaningful morning filled with teamwork, laughter, and lots of steps!

A heartfelt thank you to Project Sweet Peas for the incredible work you do to support families during some of their most challenging moments. We’re honored to play a small part in your mission. https://www.projectsweetpeas.com

07/23/2026

🧠✨ Mindfulness. Self-awareness. Better leadership.

The Rotary Club of Warwick was pleased to welcome Emily Hampton Morash as our guest speaker last week.

Emily, an emotional intelligence coach, leadership consultant, and author of Unfunk Yourself: Leading Mindfully in the Midst of Mayhem, shared practical strategies for improving communication, resolving conflict, and building stronger organizations.

One of her most powerful messages reminded us that many workplace conflicts aren’t rooted in bad intentions—they’re often the result of misunderstandings, assumptions, and a lack of self-awareness. By slowing down, being present, and leading with empathy, we can make better decisions and build healthier relationships at work and in our communities.

Thank you, Emily, for an engaging and thought-provoking presentation—and for reminding us how closely Rotary’s Four-Way Test aligns with mindful leadership.

Pictured below: Emily (right) chatting about her book “Unfunk Yourself: Leading Mindfully in the Midst of Mayhem”

07/21/2026

Congratulations to our Rotary Club’s Rotarian of the Year, Oliver Brady!

Oliver’s dedication to service has helped shape our club for many years. A two-time Club President, he also chairs our annual Car Raffle—one of our biggest fundraisers—and generously gives his time, leadership, and heart to everything he does.

Originally from Ireland, Oliver’s warm spirit (and unmistakable Irish accent!) have made him a friend to everyone lucky enough to know him.

Thank you, Oliver, for your outstanding service and unwavering commitment to “Service Above Self.” This recognition is so well deserved. Congratulations!

Pictured here with immediate past President Lara Saccoccio D'antuono who nominated him and presented him with his award.