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The Rotary Club of Kemptville is a diverse and welcoming service club that provides service, fellowship and volunteer as well as leadership opportunities to better support the needs of our local and international community.

This session is open to the public. Please attend if you might be interested in joining such an organization, or if you are just interested in learning more about Rotary!

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Kemptville Rotary- Active Service Club with a Community focus

During the past several years, The Rotary Club of Kemptville has supported a variety of local community and international projects with funding coming from proceeds raised. These include:

Kemptville Youth Center (financial & volunteer support every year)
House of Lazarus & Foodbank (Annual food drive & donations)
Camp Merrywood (organize social event for campers with physical handicaps every year)
Student Bursaries for local HS graduates (4 X $1000 per year)
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) (Annual leadership Camp for 2 students)
Adventures Programs (citizenship, Hi-Tech)
North Grenville District H.S. Science Fair (annual financial support at NGDHS)
Young Writers Challenge (Annual competition with prizes)
Support for Shalom Small Homes Kemptville (2 significant donations recently)
Major funding for a new Accessible Dock and Kayak launch at Curry Park (2025)
Annual Santa Claus Parade (organize together with Municipality)
Blankets for Ukraine/Stoves for El Salvador (recent International support)
Shelterbox (Annual donation)
Polio Plus Campaign (Support of international Polio eradication campaign)
Short Term Exchange Program (local youth) (offered every year)

10 reasons to join Kemptville Rotary

10 Reasons to Join Kemptville Rotary

Friendship: Rotary provides one of the most basic human needs: the need for friendship and fellowship.
Business Development: Rotary consists of a cross section of every business community. It’s a great networking opportunity.
Personal Growth, Leadership and Development: Membership in Rotary continues one’s growth and education in human relations, leadership, and personal development.
Fun: Rotary is fun, a lot of fun. Each meeting is fun. The club projects are fun. Social activities are fun. Serving others is fun.
Youth Programs: Rotary provides one of the world’s largest youth exchange programs; high school and college clubs for future Rotarians; and a host of activities designed to help family members in growth and the development of family values.
The Development of Ethics: Rotarians practice the 4-Way Test that governs one’s ethical standards. Rotarians are expected to be ethical in business and personal relationships.
Citizenship in the World: There are few places on the globe that do not have a Rotary club. This means instant friends in both one’s own community and in the world community.
Cultural Awareness: Around the world, practically every religion, country, culture, race, creed, political persuasion, language, color, and ethnic identity is found in Rotary. Rotarians become aware of their cultures and learn to work with people everywhere. They become better citizens of their countries in the process.
The Absence of an” Official Creed”: Rotary has no secret handshake, no secret policy, no official creed, no secret meetings or rituals. It is an open society of men and women who simply believe in helping others.
The Opportunity to Serve: Rotarians provide community service to both local and international communities. This is perhaps the best reason for becoming a Rotarian: the chance to do something for somebody else and the sense of self-fulfillment that comes in the process, and the return of that satisfaction to one’s own life. It is richly rewarding.

Rotary Alphabet from A to Z video

Below is a link to the video "The Rotary alphabet from A through Z". This video was created several years ago by the Rotary Club of San Francisco West. It’s as relevant today as it was several years ago. Enjoy!

https://fb.watch/DL_hrtUO4Q/?fs=e

November 2025 Calendar & Puzzle sales

Who would have thought that Calendar and Puzzle sales could be so much fun? Obviously, Rotarians Serge Lacroix, Cathy Gilpin, and Bruce Wehlau are having a gay old time at St. Mike's Craft Fair!

2025 Annual Kemptville Rotary Santa Claus Parade

On November 15, 2025, the Rotary Club of Kemptville was instrumental in producing and leading the annual Kemptville Rotary Santa Claus Parade. This year we had just over 60 spectacular floats. Although the event took place on a cool and breezy evening, it was attended by several thousand people.

Rotarians and friends put the finishing touches on the Santa's Sleigh Float.

Santa and Mrs. Claus prepare to board the magic Sleigh.

Rotarians John and Cora lead the parade.

One of the favorite Floats -Thank You Royal Lepage Team Realty!

Annual Rotary Young Writers Competition Winners 2025

Winners of the Annual Rotary Young Writers Competition received $1,000 in prizes donated by The Egg Marketing Board at a recent Rotary Club meeting. This year entries were again allowed to be in any form of media and attracted video, art and written entries! Pictured below is our Treasurer, Nancy Miller McKenzie, presenting the awards to Kerrigan Elliot (Junior Winner) and Makenna Hall (Senior Winner).

Camp Merrywood August 4 2025

Every year, our club provides a pizza night for the campers and staff at the Camp Merrywood Easter Seals Camp. This year, family members of many of the campers were present for the event as well. Camp Merrywood pizza night is one of the highlights of our Rotary service year, bringing together Rorarians and their families to provide this meal. It is an event that Kemptville Rotary has been involved in for decades. Pictured below are some shots of our crew serving the campers during the gorgeous August 4 evening.

Highlights from our July 15 2025 meeting

The Rotary Club of Kemptville presents a cheque for $5000 to Shalom Small Homes Kemptville. These funds were part of the profits from our 1st Annual Kemptville Rotary Radio Day which we held on May 10, 2025. Janne Ritskes (chair) and Mary Ritskes (treasurer) of Shalom Small Homes Kemptville were on hand to receive the donation.

Terri-Lyn McEvoy, Executive Director of The North Grenville Chamber of Commerce, gave an excellent and informative presentation about services and networking opportunities that the Chamber of Commerce provides it's membership.

Our newest member, Francois Henri was welcomed and inducted by President Bruce and Membership Chair Vic. We now have 14 members, which is 7 more than we had 4 years ago at the height of COVID.

Kemptville Rotary Student Bursary Winners - June 2025

Congratulations! 2025 Kemptville Rotary Student Bursary Recipients

Avery Helleman- $1000 Bursary presented by Rotarians Cathy Gilpin & Vic Budz

Rachel Poyner- $1000 Bursary presented by Rotarians Cathy Gilpin & Vic Budz

Cathy Gilpin, Avery Helleman, Rachel Poyner, & Vic Budz (June 26, 2025)

Natalia Luberto- $1000 Bursary presented by Rotarian Cathy Gilpin on June 27, 2025

Hailey Mitchell-Massey- $1000 Bursary presented by Rotarian Cathy Gilpin on June 27, 2025

Major donation for multi-use accessible floating dock

The Rotary Club of Kemptville recently made a generous $32,000 donation to the Municipality of North Grenville for the purchase and installation of a multi-use, accessible floating dock and kayak launch at Curry Park. This project is a wonderful collaboration between the Rotary Club and Municipality of North Grenville. With a focus on accessibility and inclusion, the new dock will create safe and welcoming water access for individuals of all ages and abilities.

“This contribution is a legacy project that reflects our ongoing commitment to community service,” said Bruce Wehlau, President of the Rotary Club of Kemptville. “As we mark our 90th year, we were delighted to support a project that promotes wellness, connection, and fun for everyone in North Grenville.”

The floating dock and kayak launch is designed to accommodate users with mobility challenges, ensuring a safe and easy way to enjoy the water; whether paddling, fishing, or simply relaxing by the South Branch River

“This is a fantastic gift to residents in our community who cherish our local Creek and embrace our public docks and launches,” said Mayor Nancy Peckford. “Thanks to the Rotary Club’s spirit of generosity, this new dock will be inclusive and accessible, expanding options for enjoyment of North Grenville’s waterfront.”

The installation was completed on June 3 and a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on June 4, at 6:30 p.m. Commemorative signage at Curry Park honours the Rotary Club of Kemptville’s lasting contribution to this meaningful project.

The Rotary Club of Kemptville has been a driving force in North Grenville for nine decades, supporting countless events, programs, and initiatives that enrich our community. From empowering local clubs to enhancing public spaces, their impact is far-reaching and deeply felt. This dock is more than just a structure; it’s a powerful symbol of Rotary’s unwavering commitment to “Service Above Self.”

Thank you North Grenville

The Rotary Club of Kemptville would like to thank the businesses and residents of North Grenville for their support as we delivered the first edition of "KEMPTVILLE ROTARY RADIO DAY" on May 10. A special thank you to MooseFM 97.5 (Michelle & Peter) and our publicity guru (Nancy Morgan), for helping us make this event a success. The involvement of MPP Clark, MP Barrett, Mayor Peckford, and representatives from Shalom Small Homes Kemptville was an added bonus. Kemptville Rotary is pleased that the majority of our profits will go towards Shalom Small Homes, with the remainder to be utilized for various local Rotary Club projects. Listed below are the businesses who supported us by purchasing Advertisements, donating Auction items, or both!

Staples

RB Heating ClimateCare

Anytime Fitness

M&M Food Market

Gabriel Pizza

RPM Automotive

Canadian Tire

Kemptville 73's Jr. A Hockey

Grenville Mutual Insurance

Shoeless Joe's

Fat Les's Chip Stand

Connie Lamble- Barrister & Solicitor

Joel Marshall ReMax Boardwalk

McDonalds

TD Bank

Tim Hortons

KrisAlis Glass

Bubba Bugs Coffee Bar

Royal Lepage Team Realty

Kemptville Windows and Kitchens

Jac's Boutique

43 Auto Works

Hygiene Now

Kemptville Brewing Co,

Kemptville Family Restaurant

Nakhon Thai Restaurant

Howard Wilson Motors

Sam's Pizza

R. Rose Automotive

Good Night Bed Company

Stevens Creek Décor Center

Kemptville Chiropractic Clinic

Rock my House Music Center

Kemptville Infinity

Sugold Jewellers

Brewing Oasis

Kemptville Animal Hospital

Saltastic Salt rooms & Spa

Hard Stones Grill

Helen's Sewing Room

J.D. Duke Excavation & Septic

First Stop Tools & Equipment

W.D. Stinson & sons

Benjamin Flooring

D. R. Howell Electric

Valley Sports

Mr. Mozzarella

Z'Amore

T & T Dogs Unleashed

Setanta Solutions INC

MacEWEN Petroleum Inc

Nature's Way

B. Baird Water conditioning

RM aluminum Contracting Ltd ( Roger )

Kemptville Bowling Lanes Inc

Valley Sanitation Services

Randy's Performance Auto

Gravitate Travel

Tina Murray Dominion Lending centers

Solarcity Inc.

Blooming Smiles

Outer Creations Landscaping

Motor Tredz

Mountain Generator Services ( Darin )

Current Systems Service ( Melanie )

Dentistry @ Kemptville

Napa Auto Parts

Kemptville Denture Clinic

Shannon from Escape Salon

JMR Electric

Kemptville Marine ( Brandon )

Harold Workman Heating

SEW Kool Embroidery

Smokie Ridge Vineyard

Greg's Quality Meats

Iron Forge

Brooks & Cryderman

Hansen's garden ornaments

Partylite

Crusty Baker

Rod Vedder Woodworking

Mrs. McGarrigles

Mountain Orchards

Healthier Ever After

Smolkin's Mens Wear

Laurier Optical

Thomas Byrne- Lawyer

Kemptville Main Street Clothing Company

Sustainable Success

Giant Tiger

Keller Williams Integrity Realty (Geraldine Taylor)

RigMac Junk Removal

TMSI Sports Camps

100 Men Who Care North Grenville

Kemptville Youth Center

North Grenville Historical Society

Beking Poultry Farm

Myers Kemptville Chev/Buick/GMC

Kemptville Drug Mart

Clark Code Repairs

Brigadoon Restaurant

The Workshop Dance Studio

Cranberry Hill Animal Hospital

Creekside Dental Center

Starbucks

Dr. C.L. Eamon

KG The Accidental Glass Blowers

Brown's Electric

Cooperators Insurance (Joanne)

Cooperators Insurance (Angie)

Mama's Cheeky Boutique

To be continued

McDougall Brown Insurance

416 Tire Service

Catered Affairs

Village Pets Boutique

Brewed Awakenings

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Bidding Information for May 10 Rotary Radio Day

Welcome to Kemptville Rotary Radio Day, May 10, 2025

In addition to delivering almost 50 ads throughout the day, purchased by local businesses; each hour we will be auctioning 12-13 different items. The items offered each hour are listed below. Items up for bid will be described at the start of each hour. Bidding progress will be updated on the air throughout the hour. Winning bids will be announced at the start of the next hour. The numbers to call to make a bid are:

613-258-0467 613-462-1197

613-808-1660

We anticipate a lot of bidding action. Make your competitive bids as early in the hour as you can. Do not wait until near the end of the hour, hoping to make the last bid, as this increases your chances of missing out.

Bidding increments of less than $10 will not be accepted; neither will voice messages or texts!

If you wish to listen to MooseFM on-line, click on this link: https://onlineradiobox.com/ca/juice975/?cs=ca.juice97

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Location for payment & pickup of purchased items

Purchased items should be picked up between 2:00- 3:00 p.m. TODAY, Saturday May 10 at the Radio Station located at 40 Campus Drive, Suite 101. If you need to come earlier, we can accommodate you. The first 12 people to collect and pay for their purchased items on May 10 will also receive a $10 Shoeless Joe’s gift card or a McDonalds Great Value Meal card.

Any items which remain may be picked up later TODAY, Saturday May 10 between 4:00-8:00 p.m. in Kemptville. Please call Vic at 403-363-221 or 613-258-2422to get directions and confirm your bill and payment prior to arriving.
Other pickup options by appointment. Call Vic at 403-363-2215 or 613-258-2422

Payment options accepted

Payment may be made by cash, cheque, square, or verified e-transfer to kemptvillerotary@hotmail.com (all lowercase)

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May 10 Rotary Radio Day Auction Items (Hours 8:00 a.m.-Noon)

Hour 8:00 a.m.- 9:00 a.m. Auction Items	Donor	Value
2 X $25 Gift Certificates	Mr. Mozzarella	50
Gift Certificate	Brewed Awakenings	100
Free Alignment	43 Auto Works	150
Gift Certificate	Kemptville Infinity	100
Gift Certificate	Smolkin's Men's Wear	100
Gift Certificate for Breakfast for 2 People	Hard Stones Grill	50
Gift Certificate + $20 Shoeless Joe's Card	Sugold Jewellers	70
Anytime Fitness Kemptville gift Certificate	Anytime Fitness	372
Kemptville 73's FanPack (Jersey/Hoodie/Hat, 12 tickets)	Kemptville 73's Jr. A Hockey	340
Brigadoon Promo Certificate- 2 lunch Specials	Brigadoon Restaurant	70
Sports camp (Kanata)-1 week age 5-12 (2026)(1st of 2 bidding hrs) Mothers day Brunch for 2 (May 11, 2025 9:30-12:00) HeritagebHall	TMSI Sports Camps Catered Affairs	485 120

Hour 9:00 a.m.- 10:00 a.m. Auction Items	Donor	Value
Sports camp (Kanata)-1 week age 5-12 (2026)(2nd of 2 bidding hrs)	TMSI Sports Camps	485
2 X $50 Gift Cards	Fat Les's Chip Stand	100
Oil Change, Oil, filter, 21 point Inspection	Howard Wilson Motors	154
Gift Certificate + 2 X $20 Sam's Pizza Gift Certificates	Stevens Creek Décor Center	140
Gift Card	Sew Kool Embroidery	100
Gift Card for eQuinelle Golf Club	Joel Marshall- REMAX/Boardwalk	200
Lap Quilt (40" X 40")	Helen's Sewing Room	115
Certificate #2025-002 (Guided Wine Tasting for 10 people)	Smokie Ridge Vineyard	250
Coleman Pro Series 5 Burner BBQ (1st of 4 hours of bidding)	Canadian Tire	1099
Nike brand Acetate Polarized sunglasses	Laurier Optical	300
One Creampuff Detailing package $50 gift certificates from each of Crusty Baker & Mrs. MCGarrigle	Myers Kemptville Chev/Buick/Olds Crusty Baker & Mrs. McGarrigles	250 100

Hour 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. Auction Items	Donor	Value
Evo Flipshot black helmet (Small/Medium) + Mirror for MTB	Valley Sports	108
2 X $25 Gift Certificates	Z'Amore Restaurant	50
Salton XL Digital Air Fryer	M&M Food Market	110
Gift Certificate	Brewing Oasis	100
Gift Certificate (Pizzaria)	Iron Forge	100
Gift Certificate for any Service	RPM Automotive	100
Gift Certificate for 2 half hour Music Lessons+ $20 Shoeless Jo	Rock my House Music Center	80
Duct Cleaning Certificate (1st of 2 Hours of bidding)	RB Heating ClimateCare	500
Coleman Pro Series 5 Burner BBQ (2nd of 4 Hours of bidding)	Canadian Tire	1099
2 X $50 gift certificates	First Stop tools & Equipment Rentals	100
Supply & installation of a whole home surge protection device Mama's Self Care Basket Charcuterie Board Set	D.R. Howell Electric (1st of 2 hours biddin Mama's Cheeky Boutique Rod Vedder Woodworking	450 110 110

Hour 11:00 a.m.- Noon Auction Items	Donor	Value
Certificate for Wills, POA’s for one couple (1^st of 2 bidding hours)	Law Office of Connie Lamble	800
Evo Flipshot black helmet (Large/Extra Large) + Mirror for MTB	Valley Sports	108
Gift Certificate for Dental Hygiene Service	Hygiene Now	200
Gift Certificate for automotive work	R. Rose Automotive	100
Vitacare Soft Center Orthopedic Support Pillow	Kemptville Chiropractic Clinic	100
Gabriel Pizza Gift Card	Gabriel Pizza	100
Gift Basket	Kemptville Animal Hospital	85
Certificate #2025-003 (Guided Wine Tasting for 10 people)	Smokie Ridge Vineyard	250
Coleman Pro Series 5 Burner BBQ (3rd of 4 Hours of bidding)	Canadian Tire	1099
Duct Cleaning Certificate (2nd of 2 bidding Hours)	RB Heating ClimateCare	500
Supply & installation of a whole home surge protection device An Array of Luxurious Hair Products	D.R. Howell Electric (2nd of 2 hours bidding Shannon from Escape Salon	450 125

May 10 Rotary Radio Day Auction Items (Hours Noon-3:00 p.m.)

Noon- 1:00 a.m. Auction Items	Donor	Value
Certificate for Wills, POA’s for one couple (2nd of 2 bidding hours)	Law Office of Connie Lamble	800
CO2 pump, Training wheel set, pedals, multitool + $20 Shoeless Joe's	Valley Sports	80
Picnic Blanket & $100 Crusty baker & $100 Kemptville Brewing Cards	Grenville Mutual Insurance	240
Organa Certified Organic Latex Pillow	Good Night Bed Company	130
4 X $25 Certificates	Nakhon Thai Restaurant	100
Gift Card	Greg's Quality Meats	125
Gift Certificate	Clark Code Repairs	100
15 dozen large organic eggs	Beking Poultry Farm	150
Coleman Pro Series 5 Burner BBQ (4th of 4 Hours of bidding)	Canadian Tire	1099
One Load of Junk removal within our service area Acer Chromebook 314- C933T-C613 1st of 2 hrs bidding) Starbucks Gift Basket Gift Card to Shoeless Joes	RigMac Setanta Solutions Inc Starbucks Patterson Hadden & Brown In	275 350 100 100

1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Auction Items	Donor	Value
Gift Basket (includes a $50 Gift Certificate)	T & T Dogs Unleashed	129
One hour service call	Brown’s Electric	100
Keurig K-Supreme Coffee Maker	Staples	210
Dress by Escape	Jac's Boutique	120
Dinner for 4	Kemptville Family Restaurant	100
2 hours of Silo Rental (Corporate Meeting Room)	Kemptville Brewing Co.	130
Certificate for private salt session for 2 people	Saltastic Salt rooms & Spa	120
Certificate #2025-004 (Guided Wine Tasting for 10 people)	Smokie Ridge Vineyard	250
Load of gravel delivered within 30 Km	J.D. Duke Excavation & Septic	250
Moen Chateau Chrome Kitchen Faucet (#674250)	Brooks & Cryderman	156
Acer Chromebook 314- C933T-C613 2nd of 2 hrs bidding Partylite Basket of Products 100 Gift Certificate	Setanta Solutions INC Partylite 416 Tire Service	350 150 100

2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Auction Items	Donor	Value

Mouth/Handmade Crackle Glass Wavy Bowl + $20	KG The Accidental Glass Blowers	90
2 X $50 Gift Cards	W.D. Stinson & Sons	100
$150 gift voucher valid until July 1, 2025	Benjamin Flooring Ltd	150
Brigadoon Promo Certificate- Tea for 2	Brigadoon Restaurant	100
Moen Chateau Chrome Bathroom Faucet (#L64601)	Brooks & Cryderman	143
Voucher	Hansen's garden ornaments	100
Basket of Pet Treats150	Cranberry Hill Animal Hospital	150
Phillips Sonicare Professional Power Toothbrush	Creekside Dental Center	130
2X $50 gas cards	MacEwen Petroleum	100
Summer Fun Basket	To Be Continued	100

Kemptville Rotary Radio Day Coming Soon

Attention Kemptville Businesses

Buy 3 - 30 second Commercials for only $99 -- or donate a Live Radio Auction item. Commercials will be aired during Rotary Radio Day

Support Shalom Small Homes and other local Rotary Initiatives

Call Vic 403-363-2205

Rotarians will host the radio shows and also engage in lively discussions, interviews, and read commercials purchased by local businesses. This will be a diverse lineup, including interviews with Rotary youth exchange students, club members, community leaders, and reflections on Rotary's impactful 90-year history in the community.

Adding an exciting twist, donated items will be auctioned off every hour, ensuring that every dollar raised stays right here in Kemptville. The majority of the proceeds will benefit Shalom Small Homes, with the remainder benefiting other local Rotary projects.

Kemptville Maplefest April 5 &6 2025 (800+ served)

Celebrate spring with a sweet tradition as Ontario Maple Weekend returns. Discover the craft of maple sugaring and savour the pure, delicious taste of Ontario maple syrup—an iconic springtime treat. Mark your calendars to join us at our Agroforestry Centre (2627 Bedell Road) the first weekend in April.

Kemptville Rotary and Kemptville Youth Centre providing a pancake breakfast. Suggested donation: Adult $10, children $5. All proceeds support local projects.

March 2025 Science Fair

Earlier this month, the Rotary Science Fair was held at North Grenville District High School. Kemptville Rotary supports the event financially as well as providing a light breakfast and lunch for more than forty Judges, including several Rotarians.

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Rotary Radio Day News release

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Rotarians Take to the Airwaves: Kemptville Rotary Club

Hosts Radio Day Extravaganza

Kemptville, May 10th — Get ready to tune in and support your community as Kemptville's Rotary Club gears up for a day of live radio at Moose FM 97.5. On Saturday, May 10th, from 8 AM to 3 PM, local Rotarians will step out of their comfort zones and onto the airwaves for a special event aimed at raising funds for a good cause.

Throughout the day, Rotarians will not only host the radio shows but also engage in lively discussions, interviews, and even read commercials purchased by local businesses. The event promises a diverse lineup, including interviews with Rotary youth exchange students, club members, and reflections on Rotary's impactful 90-year history in the community.

Adding an exciting twist, donated items will be auctioned off every hour, ensuring that every dollar raised stays right here in Kemptville. The majority of the proceeds will benefit Shalom Small Homes, highlighting Rotary's commitment to local philanthropy.

As Spring approaches, Rotarians will be contacting businesses to solicit for advertisements and donated items for the May 10 event.

For more details on how to support this initiative, whether through purchasing advertising slots or donating items for auction, please contact Vic Budz at 403-363-2205 or vicbudz@gmail.com

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to hear from your local Rotarians and make a difference in your community!

Kemptville Rotary Welcomes New Members

Our club is pleased to welcome new members Randy Yochim and Bruce Enloe. Both Randy and Bruce are excited to be joining us. We look forward to their friendship and assistance in becoming a more significant force in our community.

Rotary Radio Day on May 10

On May 10 2025, Kemptville Rotary will be hosting the First Annual Rotary Radio Day!

Beginning March 21 local Rotarians will be out in the community, selling advertisements and collecting donated items from our Business Community. On May 10 Rotarians will be "ON AIR" from 8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. on Moose 97.5 FM. Each hour, we will be Auctioning a different set of donated items, Reading advertisements, Interviewing guests, and Talking about Rotary locally and beyond!

Approximately 2/3 of the profits from this event will be committed to the local "Shalom Small Homes" project, with the remainder supporting other local Rotary endeavors.

Note- For more information, or to purchase an advertisement, or donate an item, contact Vic Budz at 403-363-2205 or Bruce Wehlau at 613-408-3007

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Kemptville Rotary Radio Day

Saturday, May 10, 2025 8:00 am to 3:00 pm

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Rotarians volunteering at Habitat ReStore

On Saturday February 22, six Rotarians Volunteered at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore Celebration of Summer Party event.

Annual Rotary Santa Claus Parade & Celebration of 90 Years of Community Service

Kemptville Rotary Santa Claus Parade

On November 16, 2024, the Rotary Club of Kemptville was instrumental in producing and leading the annual Kemptville Rotary Santa Claus Parade. This year we had a record of more than 65 spectacular floats. The event took place on a beautiful evening and was attended by thousands of people.

Rotary Club of Kemptville 90th Anniversary Celebration

Our club is celebrating 90 years of service to our community. We recently held a celebratory dinner at Catered Affairs where Paul Harris Fellowships were presented to Vic Budz for his contributions to Rotary and the Rotary Foundation as well as to David Shanahan and Marguerite Boyer of The North Grenville Times for their ongoing support of our club.

Pictured below are some of the recipients.

Young Writers Contest

Winners of the Annual Rotary Young Writers Competition received $1,000 in prizes donated by The Egg Marketing Board at a recent Rotary Club meeting. This year entries were allowed to be in any form of media and attracted video, art and written entries! Pictured below are some of our Rotary club members, winners' families and winners Jaxon William, Emili Park-Viger, Wayne Henshall, Zoey & Kelly Dulmage.

Shalom Small Homes

Our club recently decided to support Shalom Small Homes. Pictured below are President Bruce and members of the club presenting a cheque for $10,000 to founder Janne Ritskes.

Service Above Self

We meet In Person

Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

Grenville Mutual Insurance Building (Community Room)

380 Colonnade Drive
Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0
Canada

Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1830 (6:30 PM) ET. If required, we will provide a virtual link.

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