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We were happy to continue our annual tradition of giving dictionaries to all 3rd graders in South Burlington elementary schools this week.  Thanks to our member Charlie Lawrence for coordinating this important effort with help from John Wilking and Jay Pasackow.
 
Ever heard of South Burlington Rotary Club? Rotary International?
 
The South Burlington Rotary Club is a volunteer led group of like-minded individuals working together to help others both locally and globally and we have been a part of the South Burlington community for over 40 years! Last year alone we donated over $50,000 to charities like the South Burlington Food Shelf, Howard Center, Josh’s House and more. And this month, we gave dictionaries to all the third-grade students in South Burlington’s elementary schools – which we have been doing for over 20 years!
 
As part of our outreach to help community members learn more about our Rotary Club, we are hosting an Evening Membership Social on Thursday October 29 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m at the Vermont National Country Club. You will meet our members and some non-profit leaders that we support. It is a great opportunity to ask questions about what we do and hear testimonials from a few of our newer members as to what motivated them to join our club.
 
There will be refreshments and a cash bar. If you have any questions or to RSVP, please email our general mailbox: southburlingtonrotaryclub@gmail.com
 
Hope to see you there!
 
Sophia Babbitt, Executive Director of the South Burlington City Center Collaborative provided the club with update and upcoming projects.
 
For the 19th year in a row the South Burlington Rotary Club sponsored the South Burlington Police Department awards ceremony, held at OnLogic in South Burlington.  These men and women do a phenomenal job keeping our community safe and they deserve our recognition.  In attendance for the club included John Buechler, Rich Berger (organizer), Mike Keller, Penne Tompkins (co-president), William Breault (Chief of Police), John Wilkins, and Sergio Jones (Tom O'Keefe missed the picture).  Keep up the good work.
 
Sandy Walsh, a long time member and two time president of our club, was recognized today for her contributions to the Rotary Foundation.  She was presented with a Paul Harris pin by co-president Penne Tompkins.  Thank you Sandy for your generosity.
 
Thanks to all of our sponsors and players at our golf tourney at Vermont National Country Club.  Because of fundraisers like these, we are able to support important projects and organizations in the community.  Here is our co-presidents, Penrose Jackson and Penne Tomkins presenting a check to our event beneficiary The DREAM Program.  
 
A Great Day for the South Burlington Rotary Golf Tournament! We’re still smiling after Monday’s tournament! Thank you to everyone who joined us for a fantastic day of golf, fun, and community.
 
And congratulations to this year’s winners!
🏆 First Place Gross – Team 4 Way Test | Score: 55
Drew Conovan • Chris Dorman • Todd Farr • Chris Kasper
🏆 First Place Net – Team VIP2 | Score: 46
Brad Currier • Christine Krebs • Chris McGinty • Craig Smith
🎯 Closest to the Pin – Men: Myron Sopher
🎯 Closest to the Pin – Women: Preston Gage
🏌️ Longest Drive – Men: Lukas Lukoshius
🏌️‍♀️ Longest Drive – Women: Stephanie Rouleau
 
Event Photos here.
 
A huge THANK YOU to all of our golfers, sponsors, volunteers, donors, and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make the tournament possible. Your support helps South Burlington Rotary continue giving back and making a difference in our community. We’ll see you back on the course next year! - Save the date of August 30, 2027.
 
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