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Aug. 14, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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Aug. 27, 2024 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
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! |
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Aug. 28, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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. |
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Sep. 07, 2024 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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. |
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Sep. 11, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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Sep. 20, 2024 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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. |
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Sep. 25, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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.
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Sep. 28, 2024 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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!
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Sep. 29, 2024 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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 |
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Oct. 01, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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! |
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Oct. 08, 2024 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
You are invited to the first in a series of virtual programs on the Rotary Foundation. The most asked question we get from Rotarians is how our donations to the Foundation help support projects in our local towns and cities and around the world.
The first workshop is on the Annual Fund which supports District Grants and the larger Global grants.
Our Annual Giving officer Rebecca Silber will be our guest speaker. She is an expert on the Rotary Foundation and the Annual Fund. She is headquartered in Evanston, IL, the home of Rotary International.
This will be a chance to have your questions answered, plus will provide a wealth of information and ideas you can bring back to your club.
This workshop is designed for Club Officers, Club Foundation Chairs, Club Committee Chairs, Assistant Governors, District Officers, District Committee Chairs and anyone in your club who wants to learn more about the Rotary Foundation.
The details
When: Tuesday, October 8th at 7pm
If you have any questions, please contact Foundation Chair Eileen Rau at ebrau@comcast.net
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Oct. 09, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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Oct. 23, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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.
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Nov. 02, 2024 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
The Rotary Club of Stafford CT has teamed up with the Friends of the Library to host a Stafford Volunteer Fair on Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Stafford Library. We invite all volunteer groups in Stafford to come set up a table with information about your group and what volunteering with your organization entails.
Click here to register: https://forms.gle/
We will have limited tables and chairs available - please indicate if you will need them.
We will be advertising the fair throughout Stafford and ask that your organization does as well. The flyer is attached here for you to share and distribute. Please invite any organizations you think might benefit from being a part of this event.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please email Kristy Synnott (904) 504-6528 or Jessica Glazier at (860) 684-2852 or email staffordrotaryct@gmail.
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Nov. 03, 2024 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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.
We hope you will be able to join us for this special occasion! |
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Nov. 13, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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! |
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Nov. 20, 2024 6:00 p.m.
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Dec. 04, 2024 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Attention all foodies and community supporters!
  Take the night off from cooking and come out and support the Stafford Rotary Club at our Dining for a Cause fundraiser at Basil's, right here in Stafford Springs!
 On Wednesday, December 4th from 4PM to 8PM, a portion of the proceeds from sales will be donated to the Stafford Rotary Club. Take-out orders are included, so you can still participate even if you can't make it to the restaurant.
 The Stafford Rotary Club is a service organization that is dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. We support a variety of local initiatives and programs, including scholarships for students, volunteering at community events, and more. You can take the night off from cooking and support our important work at the same time!
And if that's not enough to entice you, there will also be a raffle with some amazing prizes!
 So mark your calendars for December 4th and make plans to dine at Basil's Restaurant to support the Stafford Rotary Club. Let's come together and make a difference in our community!
 #StaffordRotaryClub #Basil'sRestaurant #CommunitySupport #Fundraiser #Raffle #TakeoutCounts |
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Dec. 07, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Collecting new, unwrapped toys for children of all ages.
Stafford Community Center
3 Buckley Highway, Stafford Springs
Saturday, December 7th
9AM - 5PM
Donations support the Town of Stafford Holiday Gift Assistance Program
Contact Jenn Strong with any questions 860-684-7752 or strongj@staffordct.org
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Dec. 11, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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Dec. 14, 2024 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Celebrate the season in Downtown Stafford!
Stafford WinterFest The brightest night in Stafford returns to ring in the holiday season on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (weather date December 15). A festive hometown tradition, WinterFest features live performances, visits with Santa, a community bonfire, the Parade of Lights, hundreds of luminaries throughout Main Street, and more! Special Events Schedule Museum Open House - 3:00pm - 7:00pm Explore two-floors of Stafford’s rich heritage and connect to our local history! The Museum’s little gift shop will be open, give the gift of history this season! Live Nativity - 3:00pm Live Nativity Performance with real actors and animals will take place on the lawn of the First United Methodist Church at 8 Church Street. Hyde Park Wagon Rides - 3:00pm - 4:45pm & 6:00pm - 7:00pm Bundle up and take a festive wagon ride! Truly a charming and memorable experience, passengers should meet near the Historical Society (5 Spring Street). Rides will be offered before and after the parade, and on a first come, first serve basis and may vary based on road closure schedule. Local Shopping In addition to favorite bricks-and-mortars, browse a selection pop-up vendors and community organizations in Haymarket Common, starting at 3:00pm. The goal of the market is to support a community of makers, entrepreneurs, artists, and community groups who are passionate about sharing their craft or local initiative. The Application form to be a Vendor will be open until December 1, 2024. (Click here to apply) Parade of Lights - 5:00pm Step-off from the corner of Olympic Annex/West Main Street, proceeds to Main Street and concludes at Town Hall/Holt Fountain. Businesses, organizations, clubs, civic groups, and residents are all welcome to be part of the fun! Whether you're part of a float, marching group, or driving a decorated vehicle, we encourage all entries to be brightly illuminated for a dazzling evening display. The parade will step off just after dusk, and we ask that all participants ensure their entries are well-lit for optimal viewing. Viewing is everywhere between Olympic Circle and Town Hall. (click here for parade participation information & registration) Caroling, Mix + Mingle SHS Band & Color Guard performance (apx. 4:45PM). Caroling w/ SHS Choir (apx. 5:45PM)! All in Haymarket Common (31 Main Street) Letters to Santa We’ve made special arrangements with the North Pole! Children may drop their letters to Santa in the big red mailbox located outside the Police Station. Make sure to include the senders first/last name and return mailing address on each letter so Santa can mail a response! Should weather cause a postponement, WinterFest will be rescheduled to Sunday, December 15. |
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Jan. 08, 2025 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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Jan. 22, 2025 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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Jan. 29, 2025 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Rotary Club of Stafford is thrilled to invite you to our Post-Holiday Celebration! Since December was a bustling time for everyone, we’ve decided to extend the holiday cheer into January. This event is an opportunity to relax, reconnect, and share stories from the holiday season. In addition, we’re kicking off preparations for 2025 and will be collecting raffle items. If you received a gift this holiday season that you’d like to repurpose, please consider donating it to support Rotary’s efforts.
We hope to see you there! |