The Rotary Club Of Winchester, Virginia: Events And Initiatives For Community Engagement.pdf

Key Dates and Events:

- Plant A Tree Project: Rescheduled to April 22 at noon at the Third Winchester Battlefield Park.
- Board Meeting: April 26 at 6:00 pm at GW Hotel.
- KEG PARTY for PolioPlus: April 26, 6:30 pm at Julia's "Sorority" House (605 Tennyson Ave).
- Apple Blossom Queen’s Dinner: May 3 at 5:00 pm (no noon meeting).
- Winchester Little Theatre Night: May 10.
- Rummage Sale: June 2 & 3, 11 am - 2 pm.

New Member Talks:

- This week, the club will hear from new members Laurie Roby and Billy Whirley.

Rotary 4-Way Test:

The club adheres to the Rotary 4-Way Test: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build good will and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Club Meetings (Locations & Times):

- Clarke County: Berryville Presbyterian Church, noon.
- Charles Town: Jefferson Hospital, 12:15 pm.
- Frederick County: Westminster Canterbury, 7:30 am.
- Front Royal: Houlihan’s, noon.
- Hagerstown: Venice Inn, 12:15 pm.
- Leesburg: Rivercreek Country Club, 6:00 pm.
- New Market: The Shenvalle, 12:10 pm.
- Purcellville: Bethany United Methodist Church, 7:00 am.
- Strasburg: Strasburg Moose Lodge, noon.
- Warren Co.: Mom’s Country Kitchen, 7:00 am.
- Warrenton: Stoneridge Events Center, 12:15 pm.
- Woodstock: Woodstock Moose Lodge, 12:05 pm.

Recent Program Highlights:

- Heather Hovermale: Shared her journey from growing up in West Virginia to becoming a lawyer and joining Rotary in Winchester. She now serves as the Deputy Commonwealth Attorney under Marc Abrams.
- Hands Against Hunger: Dan Martin demonstrated food packets prepared for international distribution, emphasizing the club's impact.
- Camp Fantastic Clean Up: Dave Smith invited members to help clean the 4H center in Front Royal on April 24 from 10 am - 3 pm.

Make-up Absences:

Ensure all make-up attendance cards are completed with accurate details.

Health Tip:

Libba reminded the club about Deskfast Day (April 12), encouraging proper breakfast habits.

Rummage Sale:

David Kent announced the upcoming rummage sale on June 2 & 3, with move-in day at the armory on May 18.

Apple Blossom Float Committee:

Wilson Gilbert is leading the float effort; help is needed.

Little Theatre Night:

Katie Childress will provide details for the upcoming event on May 10.