Welcome
Welcome to the Rotary Club of Woodridge!
On behalf of the Club Officers and Members we sincerely welcome you to our dynamic club. The Rotary Club of Woodridge is committed to the main objective of Rotary to provide service - in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world. We assist in developing community service projects that address many of today's most critical issues, such as children at risk, poverty and hunger, the environment, illiteracy, and violence. We also support programs for youth, educational opportunities and international exchanges for students, teachers, and other professionals, and vocational and career development. The Rotary moto is Service Above Self.
It is our hope that you will support the Woodridge Club's efforts to make a difference in the community and abroad to improve the quality of life for those in need.
We welcome you to any of our meetings. The Club meets at Seven Bridges Golf Course, One Mulligan Drive, Woodridge, IL on Tuesdays at 12PM (noon) except the last Tuesday of each month which meets at 7AM.
Special Announcement
We welcome our newest Rotarian: Oreset Marsico. Rotarian sponsor Mr. Reginal Suggs officially inducted Mr. Marsico into the club on May 18, 2009.
"Service Above Self" College Scholarship Program:
The Rotary Club of Woodridge's College Scholarship Committee chaired by Mr. Jim Mayo are pleased to annouce the 2009 winners:
Mr. John Jachna - Benet Academy High School
Ms. Kristen Frank - Montini Catholic High School
Each recipient will be awarded $2,000 to their respecitve university. Official presentation of the awards will take place at the Rotary Club's New Officer Induction Ceremony on June 30, 2009 at 6:30 PM, Seven Bridges Club House, Woodridge, IL.
Four-Way Test Essay Contest (Junior High Students):
The Rotary Club of Woodridge's Four-Way Test Essay Contest Committee chaired by Mr. Jim Picek are pleased to announce the Club's 1st Place Winner and Rotary International District 6450's 2nd Place Winner is:
Ms. Celine Baticados - St. Scholastica Elementary School, Woodridge, IL
The winner recieved a $50 U.S. Savings Bond from the Rotary Club of Woodridge and a $100 cash prize from Rotary Interntional District 6450. Additionally, $50 was awarded to St. Scholastica Scholl on behalf of Ms. Baticados.
Upcoming Special Events
NEW PROSPECTIVE MEMBERSHIP DRIVE LUNCHEON
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 Noon - 1PM
Seven Bridge Golf Course Club House
One Mulligan Drive, Woodridge, IL 60517
The Rotary of Club of Woodridge is hosting a luncheon & program for any person interested in becoming a Rotary member of this growing club. During lunch a brief program is scheduled to review current Rotary iniatives and Q&A regarding the club and membership.
MAIN EVENT - 5th Annual 2009 Silent Auction Fundraiser
The Rotary Club of Woodridge is hosting its 5th Annual Silent Auction on Tuesday, December1, 2009 @ 6PM. The event will take place at Seven Bridges Golf Club, 1 Mulligan Drive, Woodridge, IL 60517.
Schedule of Events:
6PM Doors Open
6PM - 7:30PM Appetizers served "Butler" style
6PM - 9PM Open Bar
6PM - 8PM Silent Auction
8PM Live & Frenzy Auction Begins
9PM Event Closing
Early Bird Registration of $45/person will expire on November 15, 2009. Regular registration rates of $50/person will begin on November 16, 2009. The first 120 guests registered will be guaranteed reserved seating. Each table will consist of seating for 10. Registration is on-line at www.signmeup.com/66968 with payment accepted by Visa/Mastercard or by personal check/money orders up to November 11, 2009.
If you wish to donate any item for the silent auction or have questions, please contact Susan McNeil-Marshall at 630/764-7899 or by email at smmarshall@woodridgelibrary.org
10th Annual Mini Triathlon
Thank you to the 280 tri-athletes and 70+ volunteers that participated in the 10th Annual Mini Triathlon. The link to over 1,900 photos taken of this year's event - Photos. Net proceeds of approximately $9,500 will go towards worthwhile projects and donations supported by the Rotary Club of Woodridge for those in need. Tentative date for the 11th Annual Mini Triathlon is August 15, 2010. Registration to open in April 2010.
