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Thomaston Rotary Club News

Celebrating Our
2025 Community Grant Recipients!

We’re rolling out the red carpet this Thursday as the Rotary Club of Thomaston proudly welcomes the recipients of our 2025 Community Grants! This year, 28 incredible local organizations will receive a combined total of $15,600 in funding to support meaningful, community-centered projects that make Thomaston a better place to live, work, and thrive.

Our Community Grant Program—now a beloved local tradition—provides up to $750 to civic groups, clubs, and nonprofits whose work aligns with Rotary’s mission of Service Above Self

Come celebrate with us, hear from the grant recipients, and witness firsthand how Rotary’s impact is multiplying throughout Thomaston. It’s one of our favorite meetings of the year—don’t miss it!

Congratulations Again to the
2025 Citizens of the Year
Bill & Betsy Edwards

On April 10, 2025, the Rotary Club of Thomaston proudly celebrated the 41st annual Citizen of the Year Banquet at the Grand Oak Villa in Oakville, honoring Betsy and Bill Edwards for their distinguished community service. Their unwavering commitment to Thomaston has left a lasting impact, and we were thrilled to recognize their contributions. ​

The event was a tremendous success, raising nearly $9,500. These funds will directly benefit the Rotary Club of Thomaston’s Scholarship Fund, which has given $95,000 in scholarships over the last five years to deserving students from Thomaston. This year's scholarships will be awarded in honor of Betsy and Bill Edwards, further extending their legacy of service.

Thank you to everyone who donated to, attended and supported this meaningful event. Together, we continue to make a difference in our community.

REMINDER:

HHC Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Focus Group
This Friday (4/25) at 5pm at Black Rock TavernRotary Club 7890 Learning & Social Events
  • Friday – Sunday, May 2-4:  District Conference - “Kentucky Derby in the Berkshires”
  • Saturday, May 17th:  Epic Day of Service
  • Friday, June 13th:  District Installation Dinner
Meeting Agenda
President's Report: 
  • Announcements and/or Club Actions
Secretary’s Report: 
  • Attendance
  • Member Anniversaries
  • Member Birthdays
  • Guest Speaker/Classification Talk
Rotary Club of Thomaston Events
Community Grant Luncheon
Black Rock Tavern
Apr 24, 2025
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM
 
Rotary International Convention registrations and ticket cancellations are due
Apr 30, 2025
 
Youth Service Month
May 01, 2025 - May 31, 2025
 
Student of the Month - May
Emma Desrosiers
May 01, 2025
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM
 
2025 District Conference
Contact DG Vin Marinaro
May 02, 2025 – May 05, 2025
 
Rotary 7890 “Kentucky Derby in the Berkshires”
“Kentucky Derby in the Berkshires”
May 02, 2025 – May 04, 2025
 
Executive Board Meeting
Black Rock Tavern
May 08, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
 
Rotary "Epic" Day of Service
Thomaston High School Cafeteria
May 17, 2025
8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
 
Guest Speaker: THS Interact Club
May 22, 2025
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM
 
Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA)
Springfield College
May 31, 2025
 
Rotary Fellowships Month
Jun 01, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
 
Student of the Month - June
Jun 05, 2025
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM
 
Executive Board Meeting
Black Rock Tavern
Jun 12, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
 
Annual Installation Dinner
Gremio-Lusitano Club
Jun 13, 2025
 
Rotary International Convention, Calgary, Canada
Jun 21, 2025 – Jun 25, 2025
 
Rotary International Convention, Calgary, Canada
Jun 21, 2025 - Jun 25, 2025
 
Maternal and Child Health Month
Jul 01, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
 
Membership and New Club Development Month
Aug 01, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
 
Basic Education and Literacy Month
Sep 01, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
 
Community Economic and Development Month
Oct 01, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
 
View entire list
Club Leadership Team
President
 
Treasurer
 
Immediate Past President
 
Sergeant-at-Arms
 
Chaplain
 
Board of Directors
 
Board of Directors
 
Board of Directors
 
Board of Directors
 
Board of Directors
 
Board of Directors
 
Board of Directors
 
Board of Directors
 
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
George LaCapra
April 9
 
Michele Caulfield
April 11
 
Peter Rogozinski
April 22
 
Join Date
Peter Rogozinski
April 1, 1985
40 years
 
Amy Schumann
April 21, 2022
3 years
 
Mike Burr
April 22, 2010
15 years
 
George LaCapra
May 2, 2019
6 years
 
Brian Fairchild
May 5, 2016
9 years
 
Ben Hotchkiss
May 9, 2024
1 year
 
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Rotary International News

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Meeting Schedule and Location:
Thursdays at 12:15PM
Black Rock Tavern
76 Main Street, Thomaston, CT 06787, USA

"Service Above Self"
For more information about the Thomaston Rotary, visit our website or Facebook page:
 
Interested in joining the Thomaston Rotary? 
Contact our New Member Induction Chairperson, Rick Rice.