Rotary Club of The Historic Triangle

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Rotary Club of The Historic Triangle A local Rotary Club focused on "Service Above Self" in the greater Williamsburg community.

Our Rotary Club continues to grow its roster as two new Rotarians were sworn into membership at last week’s Wednesday lu...
10/13/2026

Our Rotary Club continues to grow its roster as two new Rotarians were sworn into membership at last week’s Wednesday luncheon meeting.
Shawn Michael Clark is retired from the United States Navy and served as a Boatswain’s Mate. The “Boat,” as they often are called, is a jack-of-all-trades seaman in a ship's deck force, and responsible for seamanship, exterior maintenance, and vital tactical training. He is currently enrolled at East Coast Polytechnic Institute, and he, wife Shannon and their four boys reside here in Williamsburg. In the first photo, Shawn is pictured with his sponsor Steve Robinson and Club President Leona Bennett.
David Tiao is the owner of Poke Sushi Bowl located at 6596 Richmond Rd in Williamsburg where the menu includes popular healthy options. Their Hawaiian inspired poke is made using a "non-oil" cooking procedure and a special filtered water system. He informed us that in addition to delicious homemade recipes, many of the menu items are a great source of protein and are high in Omega 3s. In the second photo, David is pictured with his sponsor Steve Robinson and Club President Leona Bennett.
Welcome, Shawn and David!

This from their website: “Avalon Center works to end domestic and sexual violence by breaking the cycle of abuse through...
10/09/2026

This from their website: “Avalon Center works to end domestic and sexual violence by breaking the cycle of abuse through prevention, education, shelter and support services in the greater Williamsburg and Middle Peninsula communities.”
We were most pleased to have two Avalon representatives speak at our weekly meeting. Juanita Graham is the new Executive Director of Programs and Internal Operations, and she also provides counseling to survivors of domestic/intimate partner and sexual violence and conducts training in the community. Sabrina Clemons has been a part of the Avalon Center team for a total of seventeen years and now serves as Director of Youth & Family Services.
A powerful part of their presentation was the “Scarf Activity,” during which a volunteer (our own President Bennett) had her head slowly covered with scarves as Juanita read a letter from a woman recounting years of domestic abuse starting at age eight. As each of the instances was read, a scarf was placed on Leona’s head, making her “invisible.” Juanita then talked about the many Avalon services as Sabrina removed the scarves until Leona reappeared.
Avalon Center: working to end domestic and sexual violence maintains a 24-Hour Helpline at (757) 258-5051 (Toll-free (833) 537-0970) and their website with more information is www.avaloncenter.org
Pictured at left is Juanita Graham with Sabrina Clemons.

10/09/2026

As reported here from time to time, our Rotary Club of The Historic Triangle Foundation Inc., the charitable arm of our club, supports a number of wonderful nonprofits in the greater Williamsburg area. If you would like to offer your support and enjoy some fellowship at the same time, here are a few upcoming events:

October 11, Grove Christian Outreach Center 5k Walk/Run 5k/10k, 9:00 a.m., Chickahominy Riverfront Park, Capital Trail, 1350 John Tyler Hwy., www.groveoutreach.com

October 30, Literacy for Life's “Reading Between the W**es,” w**e and dining fundraiser, VIP Reception 5:30 p.m.; event 6:30-9:30 p.m., William & Mary Alumni House, 500 Richmond Road, www.literacyforlife.org

October 31, Walk to End Alzheimer’s, 8:30 a.m., 5150 Main Street at the New Town Gazebo. Join our Rotary team by searching for “Rotary Club of The Historic Triangle” on the Find a Team page at www.alz.org

November 1, Dream Catchers of Williamsburg's “Wrangler Roundup,” 5:30-9:00 p.m., Niceland Farm, live music, western-themed activities, catered dinner and raffles, www.dreamcatchers.org

November 7, The Salvation Army Williamsburg VA, “Kettle Kick Off,” 10:00, Merchants Square, Colonial Williamsburg to start the 2026 Red Kettle fundraising campaign

ROTARY DONATION KEEPS GIVING 3 YEARS LATER:At the 17th Annual Williamsburg Landing 5k Run/Walk for The Arc of Greater Wi...
10/07/2026

ROTARY DONATION KEEPS GIVING 3 YEARS LATER:
At the 17th Annual Williamsburg Landing 5k Run/Walk for The Arc of Greater Williamsburg on October 3, one of the participants rode in a “chariot” (adaptive wheelchair) donated with funds from a Rotary District 7600 Grant awarded to the three Williamsburg area Rotary Clubs. A nice touch this year was having a 5k runner propel an Arc client in the wheelchair. Pictured, from left, are James City County Club Rotarians Vanessa Cannon, Terrie Nathan, and Neva Lynde, Chariot Pilot Shay, our Club President Leona Bennett, Kate Sipes and Elizabeth Weaver (President of the Rotary Club of James City County) with the chariot. Taking part but not pictured are Eric Nathan, Victor Holman, Jodi Fisler and Joe Fisler.

Our guest speaker yesterday was Heron Weidner, manager of Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport (KJGG). Heron spoke abo...
10/01/2026

Our guest speaker yesterday was Heron Weidner, manager of Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport (KJGG). Heron spoke about the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) and how of the 20,000 NPIAS airports, 75% are for private use and the other 25% for public use. KJGG is privately owned but available for public use.
The airport includes 3 independent businesses: Charly’s Airport Restaurant, Williamsburg Flight Center and KJGG FBO (Fixed-Base Operator of airport services), and nonprofits/clubs: Experimental Aircraft Assoc., Williamsburg Aviation Scholarship Program, Drone Club, Dog Rescue Flights and The Ninety-Nines, an organization of women pilots.
The Virginia airport system is a vital engine for the state’s economy. Waltrip regularly hosts events, including this Saturday’s (Oct. 3) “Fly-In” Helicopter Day by the Virginia Helicopter Association. For more information, visit www.waltripwilliamsburgexecutiveairport.com
Pictured, at left, is Club President Leona Bennett after she presented Heron with a certificate noting our donation of a children’s book in her name to the James City County Library.

As reported in previous Posts, Rotarians and other volunteers have been performing a landscape clean-up project at one o...
09/28/2026

As reported in previous Posts, Rotarians and other volunteers have been performing a landscape clean-up project at one of Avalon Center's properties to increase visibility for added safety and improve landscape aesthetics. On Saturday, a group returned to the site and used a woodchipper to clean up the debris. Pictured, from left, are John Dues, Doug Bennett, Dave Griffiths, Swanson Grizzard, President Leona Bennett, Mac Deekens, Paula Davenport, Steve Robinson, Jamie Blanchard and Jason Blanchard.

Last evening certainly was special. Despite having recently fallen and broken her leg and ankle, Elizabeth and her staff...
09/27/2026

Last evening certainly was special. Despite having recently fallen and broken her leg and ankle, Elizabeth and her staff put on a terrific gala in support of Latisha’s House, which provides female survivors with safe housing and services that enable them to be free. Rotarians Leona, Krystal and Kebokile joined me to witness Elizabeth’s wonderful welcome, heartfelt presentations by several Latisha’s house clients and a keynote address by Winsome Earle-Sears, followed by the swing band Good Shot Judy. It certainly was an evening to remember.

Even a gloomy forecast of rain and wind from a Nor'easter this week couldn't deter Rotarians and guests from enjoying a ...
09/25/2026

Even a gloomy forecast of rain and wind from a Nor'easter this week couldn't deter Rotarians and guests from enjoying a Club Social last night at Ricky's W**e Bar in Colonial Williamsburg.
Rotary Club members enjoy numerous fellowship opportunities, including sharing a meal at regular meetings, developing camaraderie during community service projects, and celebrating special occasions together.
Our club has several membership categories, offering people with varying schedules and budgets the benefits of Rotary while serving their communities.
To attend one of our Wednesday luncheon meetings and for information about Rotary, our Club's community service work and membership, send an email to [email protected] or visit www.historictrianglerotary.org

Our meeting this week featured a talk by Human Services Coordinator Mary Lynch and Development Coordinator Lisa Pacheco ...
09/24/2026

Our meeting this week featured a talk by Human Services Coordinator Mary Lynch and Development Coordinator Lisa Pacheco about Literacy for Life, a nonprofit offering one-on-one tutoring and classroom instruction for reading, writing and math; ESL; GED and NEDP Preparation; preparation for college and workforce programs; and civics and citizenship. The organization was founded in 1975 at the College of William & Mary with volunteers tutoring school employees, and now serves the Virginia Peninsula from upper James City County to the Hampton/Newport News area. Mary shared the experiences of a number of clients who were empowered by building foundational skills for success in life and work.
Individual donations and grants and other revenue sources fund the programs at Literacy for Life, but their success is attributed to a corps of volunteer tutors. Lisa gave us a preview of “Peninsula Literacy Circle,” a new monthly giving program to be launched in early October. For more information about how to support Literacy for Life, including volunteer tutoring, visit www.literacyforlife.org
Pictured, from left, are Club President Leona Bennett, Lisa Pacheco and Mary Lynch, as President Leona presents them with certificates noting the club’s donation of children’s books in their names to the James City County Library.

Pam McGregor, Executive Director of The Arc of Greater Williamsburg, cut the ribbon at yesterday's ceremony to officiall...
09/18/2026

Pam McGregor, Executive Director of The Arc of Greater Williamsburg, cut the ribbon at yesterday's ceremony to officially open the non-profit's new home at 438 McLaws Circle. President Leona Bennett represented our Rotary Club at the event. That center offers them a single space of their own instead of operating from multiple locations. The Arc has proudly served adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1976. Our charitable foundation has been a regular supporter of The Arc of Greater Williamsburg.
For more information, volunteer opportunities and how to donate to them, visit www.thearcgw.org

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Williamsburg, VA
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