Rotary Club of North York

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Rotary Club of North York

The Happiest Rotary Club in PA!

Chartered in: 1992

Current Membership: 45

Meeting Information:
Thursdays at 7:20 AM
Four Points Sheraton
1650 Toronita St, York, PA 17402

10/16/2025

York North Rotary’s Most Successful Mums Sale Yet! The club sold an impressive 625 mums, generating over $2,300 in profit.

The Rotary Club of York North shared the exciting results of this year’s annual mums sale, a beloved fall fundraiser that has become a York North Club tradition. Partnering once again with Trail Nurseries, the club purchases mums at wholesale and sells them at retail, raising funds to support community projects.“This has been our best year yet,” Project Manager Kim March reported proudly. Club members’ enthusiasm and teamwork were on full display, with nearly every Rotarian participating—some buying flowers for their own homes, others selling to friends and neighbors. “We had one member who sold two and another who sold 110,” Kim said with a smile, underscoring the spirit of engagement that makes this fundraiser such a success. The mums sale continues to be a shining example of how the York North Rotary combines service, fellowship, and creativity to make a positive impact in the community.

10/14/2025

On October 9th, the Rotary Club was honored to welcome Tim James, longtime Manchester Township Manager, as our featured speaker. With more than 25 years of service to the community, Tim has dedicated his career to building and sustaining a township known for its innovation, safety, and quality of life. Before becoming Manager, he worked as a Recreation Director for several municipalities and organizations, bringing a deep understanding of community engagement and public service to his leadership role.

Founded in 1742, Manchester Township is home to nearly 20,000 residents and covers 16 square miles in northern York County. The township operates with an annual budget of $22 million, more than 57% of which is dedicated to emergency services—a reflection of the community’s strong commitment to safety and preparedness. Manchester Township has a proud legacy of regional collaboration, serving as a charter member of both the Northern York Regional Police Department (established in 1973) and York Area United Fire & Rescue (formed in 1983). Each of these partnerships was the first of its kind in Pennsylvania and continues to serve as a model for effective inter-municipal cooperation.

Although Manchester Township is largely developed, thoughtful planning continues to shape its future. Tim shared updates on efforts to secure land on the west side for a satellite fire station, ensuring faster response times for residents in that area. The township is also preparing road improvements along Canal Road to accommodate growing traffic needs and maintain accessibility as the community evolves.

Throughout his presentation, Tim emphasized the importance of partnerships, planning, and public service in sustaining a vibrant and safe community. His decades of leadership reflect the core Rotary values of service above self, collaboration, and commitment to community well-being. We thank Tim James for his ongoing dedication to Manchester Township and for sharing an inspiring update on how proactive leadership continues to shape one of York County’s most dynamic municipalities.

10/08/2025

The Rotary Club of York-North is calling on everyone to join the push to eradicate polio! Don't wait - visit www.rotary.org right now and be a part of history!

10/06/2025

The Rotary Club of York-North encourages everyone to go to www.rotary.org to find out more about ending polio now.

09/09/2025

The Rotary Club of North York welcomed Todd Fogdall, the President and CEO of the Appell Center. This year marks an extraordinary milestone for the arts in York— the 100th Anniversary of the Strand Theatre, now home to the Appell Center for the Performing Arts.

Since its grand opening in 1925, the Strand has been a centerpiece of entertainment, culture, and community connection. As we celebrate a century of memories, the Appell Center has planned a year-long lineup of events that honor the past while inspiring the future.

Community Day – September 13, 2025
York’s streets will come alive with music, art, and fun for the entire family.
- Eight local artists performing on multiple stages
- Creative workshops led by teaching artists
- Family activities: cartoons, sing-along, baby rave, and crafts
- Interactive community art project
- Food trucks and more

A true celebration of York’s creativity and spirit, this day will spotlight our local talent and welcome neighbors of all ages.

Centennial Celebration – September 20, 2025
The stage will shine as Broadway stars Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara join the
York Symphony Orchestra for a spectacular evening. This gala performance
promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime event, honoring a century of music and
performance at the Strand.

Signature Event – November 22, 2025
Comedy legend Jay Leno brings his wit and humor to York for an unforgettable evening of laughter and entertainment.

Strand Legends Series
A lineup of legendary performers will carry the celebration into 2026:
- Black Violin – September 27, 2025
- Del McCoury – October 24, 2025
- Jazz at Lincoln Center featuring Wynton Marsalis – January 24, 2026

The Centennial will also feature:
- Historical tributes honoring the Strand’s rich past
- A bold institutional marketing campaign
- New commissioned artwork to mark the milestone
- GalaVant 2026 – May 9, 2026, closing the celebration year in grand style

A Century in the Making
From its earliest days as a “palace of beauty” to today’s vibrant stage for music, theater, and comedy, the Strand Theatre has been a cultural beacon for York County. The Appell Center’s Centennial Celebration invites us all to remember the past, honor the present, and look forward to the next hundred years of creativity, performance, and community.

09/05/2025

North York Rotarian Danika Dallam recently spearheaded a donation drive in support of LifePath Christian Ministries called “Who Gives a Crap.”

The shelters for unhoused people that LifePath operates, including the men’s shelter, women’s and children’s shelter, and family shelter, go through 100 to 150 rolls of toilet paper every single day. That adds up to nearly $70,000 a year just for toilet paper.

Danika asked North York club members to “give a crap” by donating toilet paper. Thanks to their generosity, North York collected over 750 rolls. While that only covers about a week’s worth of needs, every roll makes a difference—and we were proud to help.

08/25/2025

For ten years, Patty Joseph served as one of North York’s most dedicated and caring counselors for exchange students. Her commitment went far beyond guidance—she built deep, meaningful relationships with each student, always ready to listen, support, and celebrate their experiences. Patty’s presence provided reassurance to students far from home, and her legacy is reflected in the many lives she touched.

One of those lives is Riika Lavaste, North York’s exchange student from Finland. From the moment we first read Riika’s application, she stood out—her English was exceptional, her enthusiasm unmistakable. Once she arrived, she quickly immersed herself in Central’s music program and school life, bringing energy, talent, and warmth everywhere she went.

Today, Riika is 32 and thriving. After completing her studies in Finland, she moved to the Netherlands, where she earned her Master’s degree and now works on the marketing team of a software company. She conducts her professional life in English and has adapted beautifully to her international community.

This summer, Riika returned to York with her partner, Petteri Saarinen. Together, they’ve been reconnecting with host families, revisiting familiar places, and discovering new ones. For Petteri, it has been his first introduction to York—and he has loved every moment.

Riika’s story reminds us of what makes Rotary’s exchange program so extraordinary. It’s not only about cultural learning for one year—it’s about lifelong friendships, life-changing opportunities, and the dedicated people like Patty who make it all possible. These bonds stretch across time and distance, connecting us in ways that truly change lives.

08/15/2025

North York Rotarian Gary Lauer received another Paul Harris award due
to the donations that he has made to the Rotary Foundation over many
years. When a Rotarian makes donations and accumulates dollars in
their account, they receive an additional Paul Harris pin acknowledging
their contributions to the foundation. Gary received his PHF Paul Harris
Foundation pin plus seven. This is Gary’s eighth award he has received
since he has been a member of the Rotary Club of York North. Gary’s
wife Kathy also accepted a Paul Harris award. The Rotary foundation
awards a point for every dollar that you give to the foundation. Gary
accumulated enough points over the years he has been a member of the
Rotary, that he accumulated eight awards that he could give to other
people. Gary gave these awards to his wife, daughter, and to various
people that Gary thought embodied the Rotary spirit. Today Gary gave
one of his honorary awards to his wife& #39;s father, Maurice McWilliams.

08/14/2025

Watch to learn how the Rotary Club of North York helps locals in need of home renovations!

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1650 Toronita Street
York, PA
17402

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https://yorkrotarynorth.org/

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