Events

Good morning Rotary members,

Our next general meeting will be this coming Wednesday at Four Seasons by the Lake. Please RSVP to let us know how many people will be attending. The agenda for the meeting is attached and the minutes will be sent out in a future email.  The Board will be meeting immediately following the regular meeting for planning purposes.

Also, if you have not voted for officer positions yet, please do so by clicking on the following link:  https://forms.gle/SbK1H41RgxeVRsN66

Thank you and see you Wednesday!

Join us for our upcoming Road Race Committee meeting at the Stafford Library in the Community Room. We will be reviewing the day of activities, registration, volunteer organization, and other items that need to be completed.  An agenda will be sent out before the meeting.  Thank you for your help in organizing this race!

Join us for our upcoming Rotary Fellowship Event at Joanna's Restaurant in Somers on August 28th at 6:00 PM. This marks the beginning of our monthly social meetings, held on the fourth Wednesday, where members can gather, connect, and enjoy each other's company.

Additionally, at this particular event we will be celebrating and honoring Mr. Steven Moccio for his dedication and contributions to the town of Stafford and our Rotary Club. As Steve prepares to move on to his new role as Superintendent in Enfield, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude and wish him all the best in his future endeavors.

We will be conducting one item of business at the very start of the meeting - voting on the proposed 2024-2025 budget. Please try to arrive on time.

Swing by the Stafford Rotary Club table this Saturday, 9/7, from 10 AM to 5 PM! Grab your raffle tickets and support the Tony Scussell Scholarship Fund. The majority of the proceeds will go to the scholarship, while the rest supports our Rotary Club's community efforts.

When you stop by our table, ask us about Stafford Rotary and how you can be a part of this long-standing organization! We are always looking for new members to help support our community.

Rotary Club of Stafford members volunteer at Flo's Friendship Kitchen every other month, providing meals and support to those in need. This community service initiative reflects our commitment to making a difference and fostering fellowship through hands-on involvement. If you would like to practice 'Service Above Self' while helping to feed our neighbors, please email staffordrotaryct@gmail.com to set up a time to help. We volunteer the third Friday of every alternating month.

Join us for our upcoming Rotary Fellowship Event at Basil's Restaurant in Stafford Springs on Wednesday, September 25th, at 6:00 PM!

Our monthly social meetings, held on the fourth Wednesday of each month, are a wonderful chance for members to come together, unwind, and enjoy an evening of great conversation, delicious food, and camaraderie. Whether you’re a long-time member, new to the club, or want to learn more about Rotary, these gatherings provide a fantastic opportunity to build friendships, share ideas, and strengthen the bonds that make our Rotary Club so special.

Stafford AppleFest returns on Saturday, September 28, from 11am to 4pm, celebrating autumn’s iconic fruit and the vibrant arts of our community. This lively event will feature homemade seasonal baked goods, family-friendly activities, artisan vendors, handcrafted works, civic group displays, fall-inspired food and beverages, apple pressing demonstrations, live music, and more. This event will be held in Haymarket Common, Hyde Park, and Main Street a beautiful location that provides the perfect setting for a day of apple-filled fun. The festival will showcase various vendors and activities, ensuring a delightful experience for visitors of all ages.

Rotary Club of Stafford will be selling Apple Cotton Candy, freshly made so be sure to stop by our booth and get yours while you can!

Bosco Fowler Memorial 5K Run/Walk  |  Sunday, September 29, 2024  |  10:30 AM

The Rotary Club of Stafford CT is proud to sponsor the 2nd Annual Bosco Fowler Memorial 5K Road Race. Join us at the starting line on Sunday, September 29th. We invite all participants, novice runners, talented athletes, and community-spirited walkers to come together from the Stafford community and all over the state for this fun and exciting race. The race route is well-marked and paved for those after a personal record. We hope to see you there!

All Kid's Fun Run Participants get a free event t-shirt (register by 9/19)!

Free Post-Race BBQ for all Runners/Walkers. Spectators, pack your lawn chairs/blankets and join us for a post-race picnic!

Disposable Bib Tag Race Timing and Online Registration by Nutmeg Finish Line Timing

Race proceeds will go to the Bosco Fowler Scholarship held by the Citizens Scholarship Foundation of Stafford Springs and to the Stafford Rotary Club.

Want to volunteer to help at the race?  Sign up using this link.

Visit our event website to register or for more information: 

https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/StaffordSprings/BoscoFowlerMemorial5K

Join us for our upcoming Board Meeting at Johnson Memorial Hospital in the Community Education Center - Board Room. We'll be discussing important club matters, upcoming events, and ways to further our community impact. All board members are encouraged to attend. Please mark your calendars and come prepared with any agenda items you'd like to discuss. See you there!

Join us for our upcoming Rotary Fellowship Event at Four Seasons by the Lake in Stafford Springs on Wednesday, October 23rd, at 6:00 PM!  Please RSVP so we know how many people to expect.

We will be joined by special guests Michael Introvigne from Citizens Scholarship Foundation of Stafford Springs and members of the Fowler family.  At the beginning of the meeting, we will be presenting a check for the amount raised during the Bosco Fowler Memorial 5K Road Race to CSF to add to the Bosco Fowler scholarship. Please try to attend if you can!

Our monthly social meetings, held on the fourth Wednesday of each month, are a wonderful chance for members to come together, unwind, and enjoy an evening of great conversation, delicious food, and camaraderie. Whether you’re a long-time member, new to the club, or want to learn more about Rotary, these gatherings provide a fantastic opportunity to build friendships, share ideas, and strengthen the bonds that make our Rotary Club so special.

The Stafford Rotary Club is proud to announce that we have been awarded the 2023-2024 Rotary Citation! To honor this achievement, District Governor Vin Marinaro, PDG Christine Brown, and Foundation Chair Eileen Rau invite all members to a special Foundation Recognition Brunch.

Please join us on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at The Artisan in the Delamar Hotel, West Hartford, CT, as we come together to celebrate our club's hard work and dedication.

• Location: The Artisan at the Delamar Hotel, 1 Memorial Road, West Hartford, CT
• Cost: $55 per person
• Parking: Available at the 65 Memorial Road Parking Garage or on the surrounding streets

We hope you will be able to join us for this special occasion!

Click here to register.

The Rotary Club of Stafford will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, November 13th, at the Stafford Library, where we will celebrate and honor the Students of the Month from Stafford High School. Dinner, including pizza, salad, and desserts, will be provided (Rotary members - $5 each payable in cash at the event). Rotary members are asked to contribute desserts—please email Kristy at staffordrotaryct@gmail.com with what you plan to bring.

District Governor Vin Marinaro will also be joining us to meet members and share updates on upcoming district initiatives. This is a great opportunity to connect with our District Governor and learn more about what’s happening at the district level, so we strongly encourage all members to attend. Following the celebration, we will proceed with our regular meeting.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, November 12th. All Rotary members are encouraged to attend!