The regular meeting on January 28 has been replaced with a tour of the Rotary International headquarters in Evanston (deadline for attendance confirmations was last week). February begins with Lunch-packing on February 3 at 6pm at St. Joseph Church, lower level, east entrance, followed by a Noon meeting onFebruary 11 at Sheridan Shore Yacht Club, and a Morning Meeting at 7:30am on February 18, also at the Yacht Club.
Rotarians attending the August 27 lunch meeting were treated to an impressive presentation by Zbigniew Skiba, a member of the Evanston Lighthouse Rotary Club. His presentation on "Will Climate Tech Save the Planet and Grow the Economy?" refers to innovative products, services, and technologies that address at least one of the six objectives for sustainable activities. These include: Climate change mitigation; Climate change adaptation; Pollution prevention and control; Transition to a circular economy; Protection & restoration of biodiversity & ecosystems; Sustainable use and protection of water & marine resources. Mr. Skiba pointed us to our May 2025 Rotary Magazine and suggested we read the article “You’re the Perfect Messenger” By Katharine Hayhoe, 2025 Rotary Convention Speaker Pages 47-49. Our speaker also suggested we follow her directions on page 49. We love these programs that make us think and learn about new technologies!
Join us each month for an engaging, lunchtime learning session focused on mental health awareness, resources, and advocacy. Free and open to all. Next Session: Monday, September 8 -- a continuation of the August 4th Program -- Featured Speaker: Jeff Rabin Register Here We will learn about the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Cook County North Suburban's programs to educate, support and advocate to end the stigma of mental illness. This monthly series highlights expert voices and practical insights to help individuals, families, and communities thrive. Learn more: www.namiccns.org
Rotary Means Business is held on the 1st Thursday of the month -- the next meeting is Thursday, September 4!
Firehouse Grill 750 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202 Each event serves as a testament to the thriving business ecosystem in our corner of Chicagoland. Don't miss this opportunity to forge valuable connections and contribute to the collaborative spirit of our dynamic business community. Join us each month by registering at: https://form.jotform.com/240545647740055
Rotary International's theme for September is Basic Education and Literacy Month, an area of focus that aims to strengthen community capacity to support education, reduce gender disparity, and increase adult literacy worldwide. During this month, Rotary clubs and members are encouraged to raise awareness, identify local needs, launch projects, and form partnerships to improve literacy and access to education for children and adults.
Monthly Lunch-packing on February 3, 6pm - The monthly service project of preparing lunch bags for Connections for the Homeless is at St. Joseph's Church, Lake and Ridge, Wilmette at 6pm. Enter through the east lower entrance. A Rotary Club meeting follows immediately after the sandwiches are made. This is now a collaborative project with members joining us from the Winnetka-Northfield and Evanston Lighthouse Rotary Clubs. Sign -up LUNCHES
District 6440 Mental Health Task Force is seeking volunteers to help continue and grow mental health initiatives throughout the coming year. If this important work is going to continue, we’ll need passionate Rotarians willing to serve, support, and help develop programming for our district-wide Mental Health Task Force effort. If you are interested in lending your expertise, time, or ideas, please contact: Mary M. Bak Gov.maryb@rotary6440.org
Village of Wilmette - Winterfest is back on Saturday, February 7 from Noon to 4:00 p.m. The Village will once again host Winterfest in Downtown Wilmette. Join us for an afternoon of live ice sculpting, a variety of games in Ouilmette Way, a musical performance by Alfonso Ponticelli at Patrician Galley, Mosy Posy Poet Clown at Koya, and other fun winter activities! Visit wilmette.gov/Winterfest for the event schedule and details.
TEDxWilmette - Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.Central Station Coffee & Tea, 1150 Central Ave., Wilmette. Come to this TEDxWilmette Salon for a topical conversation about what local news makes possible, what happens when it disappears, and what we can do as a community to strengthen it. This will be a powerful, civic-minded evening with three voices representing national, regional, and hyperlocal perspectives. Purchase tickets ($20 each
Blood Drive - 11th Annual Blood Drive on Sunday, February 8th in memory of Kevin Burke who died suddenly at age 23 of a rare heart condition. St Francis Xavier Gym on Super Bowl Sunday from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. This year features a Wheel of Fortune for all donors with wonderful raffle prizes, an extended hospitality area, a craft corner, and Girl Scout cookies, again. Also consider bringing a toiletry product to donate to our sharing parish, St Thomas of Canterbury. redcrossblood.org Code: SFXWilmette
Family Service Center - 3d Annual Trivia Night, Thursday, February 26th at 7pm - 9pm (Trivia starts at 7:30) Where: Max and Benny's (461 Waukegan Rd, Northbrook). Teams of up to 6 players will compete ($260/team). Appetizers, desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages are included with your registration.*
* A cash bar option, for alcoholic beverages, will be available. Spots are limited & sell fast! Register your team by Tuesday 2/17 or until sold out. Questions? Please reach out to Events@FamilyServiceCenter.com Click to Register
Club Information
Welcome!
Our Motto: Service Above Self
Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m.
Sheridan Shore Yacht Club
20 Harbor Drive
Wilmette, IL 60091 United States of America
We meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday at 6pm at St Joseph Church, the 2nd and 4th Wednesday at Noon and the 3rd Wednesday at 7:30am both at the Sheridan Shore Yacht Club in Gillson Park. Mailing address: PO Box 111, Wilmette, IL 60091
Lily Ekhtera is a recipient of the Karen Kline scholarship at Oakton Colleget hat our club provides each year. She is a physchology major and president of the Psychology Club. Lily will share a bit of her story and how the scholarship has enabled her to achieve her goals and dreams.
In addtion, Geroge Pearce will update us on the Youth Services Committee, and Debora Morris will talk about club fundraising.
