On November 8, the Rotary Club of Lake Zurich came together for a successful roadside cleanup, demonstrating our commitment to a cleaner and more vibrant community. Members and volunteers worked diligently to remove litter and debris, making a noticeable difference in our local environment.
This event reflects our dedication to "Service Above Self" and the shared goal of enhancing the beauty and well-being of our community. Join us in future initiatives to continue creating a positive impact!
As we celebrated 45 years of service, the Lake Zurich Rotary Club hosted a festive and impactful Oktoberfest Charity Fundraiser from October 4th to October 6th, 2024, at Buffalo Creek Brewing in Long Grove. This year’s Oktoberfest was a tremendous success, bringing the community together for a weekend filled with joy, laughter, and generosity.
The event featured various family-friendly activities, including face painting, pumpkin painting, and games for kids and adults, all set against the vibrant backdrop of a classic Bavarian atmosphere. Whether savoring a stein of craft beer, participating in the games, or soaking up the festive spirit, attendees enjoyed something special for everyone.
A highlight of the weekend was our annual charity raffle, which offered a grand prize of $1,500 in cash. Tickets, sold at $10 each or 3 for $20, contributed significantly to the fundraiser's success. The drawing, held on October 6th, brought excitement and smiles, knowing that all proceeds directly supported the Rotary Club’s impactful projects.
Funds raised will benefit local initiatives such as Joanie’s Closet, the St. Francis de Sales Food Pantry, and the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy, as well as global efforts like polio eradication and raising awareness about human trafficking.
We thank everyone who joined us in celebrating our 45th anniversary and supported our mission of "Service Above Self." Your participation made this event truly unforgettable and impactful.
Please sign up to Volunteer for LZ Rotary Club's Monthly Book Giveaway!
We'll be giving away books on the third Thursday of every month and we need Rotarians and Interactors to help! We'll be giving books to needy children starting at 5:00 p.m. at the Lake Zurich Food Pantry, St. Vincent de Paul Community Center, 135 S. Buesching Rd., Lake Zurich. We'll be done by 6:00 p.m. This is a very important project because if parents don't have money for food, they certainly won't buy books. But kids who read, succeed.
LZ Rotary Members and Friends of Rotary who want to volunteer can sign up using this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4CABAB2AA31-50462740-book#/ or you can simply stop by and see all the good we're doing. We encourage you to do that, especially if you have never been to the LZ Community Food Pantry before.
District 95 & SECA Interact Club students who want to volunteer can sign up using this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4CABAB2AA31-book#/
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Lake Zurich, IL 60047
United States of America