Category Archives: Fundraiser

The Crowds Flip for Cheshire Rotary’s Pancake Breakfast favourite

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The Cheshire Rotary Club poured it on for a large scale pancake breakfast this past Sunday morning as they drew hundreds of people from their town and the surrounding communities. The Club enlisted the help of a number of numerous nonprofits in Town by offering them a revenue split  which allowed the Club to sell far more tickets than they usually do.

This was a top notch event and no crêpy affair as all members of the Cheshire Rotary battered down to serve their hungry patrons.

Besides a great breakfast and friendly Rotarians this event featured a silent auction, Girl Scout Cookies galore, Children’s entertainment as well as an appearance by everyone’s favourite Area 9 Assistant Governor Tari Marshall-Day with her son Lex.

 

 

Montville Rotary Trivia Night – A fun fundraiser

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The Montville Rotary Club turned out a full room at the VFW of nearly 300 players for their 2nd Trivia night this Rotary year. The members of the Montville Club did a great job keeping this fun event moving at a fast pace while having multiple activities happening at the same time in addition to the main event  such as; table decorating contest, 50/50, basket raffle, a cash bar and pizza delivery was even available.

The Trivia questions were challenging and engaging, it’s a good thing that we had Evan Evans at our table.

AG Gretchen Marvin led the Colchester Rotary Crew to the event and kindly invited Jennifer and me to join them. I am seeing a pattern starting to emerge with the Colchester Cub in that they do tend to be a club that is willing to travel to other Rotary events for a good party. I’ve been at 3 such joint events with them this year and know they’ve gone to at least 1 more. Good for them for being so supportive.

 

The Deep River Rotary Club drops the hammer in Antiques Auction

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The Deep River Rotary Club held their annual Antiques Auction this past Saturday evening at the First Congregational Church in Deep River. The weather was perfect and the crowds were big; there were over 125 registered bidders including Rotarians from The Madison Rotary Club and The Chester Rotary Club.

The event featured amazing pieces at great prices – Wicker, Outdoor Furniture, Good Antique Furniture, Rugs, Lamps and (1) Nascar Racing Hood. Food and Drinks were provided by the Whistle Stop.

 

Niantic Rotary holds their 29th annual Gala & Raffle

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The Niantic Rotary Club held their 29th annual Gala & Raffle on Saturday evening at the Marriott Hotel in Groton Connecticut.

Over 200 attendees enjoyed this fast moving fun event that featured a robust silent auction, a lively live auction, a ‘heads & tails’ 50/50 event, lively music, dancing,  a delicious ‘surf & turf’ meal, a mega raffle with over $6,000 in prizes, great friends and fabulous fellowship.

The Niantic Rotary Club also awarded a Paul Harris Fellow and recognized Outstanding Community Service.

While loaded with many activities this night flew by quickly and 4 hours elapsed in snap as everything was so well organized that each activity seamlessly transitioned or overlapped with others. The Gala Committee did an excellent job of organizing and executing this very special event.

Old Saybrook Rotary holds Wine Tasting / Silent Auction

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The Old Saybrook Rotary Club drew over 150 attendees last night to their 16th Annual Wine & Beer Tasting / Silent Auction at the Saybroook Point Inn. An excellent turn out for and excellent event.

Ridgefield Rotary serves up 15th Annual ‘Taste of Ridgefield’ today

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The hundreds of people that attended the Ridgefield Rotary Club‘s 15 Annual ‘Taste of Ridgefield’ event today were treated to delicious food, fabulous wine and beer as well as top notch entertainment.

Today’s event  (January 26, 2014) was sponsored by the Fairfield County Bank and Vazzana Management Consulting and was held at the Ridgefield Community Center. There were 2 sessions: from 12:30 – 2:30 pm, and 4:00 – 6:00 pm to accommodate the many attendees.

The restaurant lineup included: Bernard’s, Piccolo Pizza, Ross’ Bread, The Cutting Board, Bareburger, Gallo, 121 , Ancona’s Market, Dimitri’s Diner, Deborah Ann’s, The Cake Box, Carvel, Cellar XV, Ridgefield Liquors, Liberta’s Spirits, and The Little Pub.

Entertainment was provided by local RMAC musicians Georgie Brennan, Susan Bozso and Apollo’s Legacy. Gift bags, including coupons to local establishments, were also be distributed attendees.

Proceeds from A Taste of Ridgefield will be donated back to the community in the form of grants and scholarships. Every year, the Ridgefield Rotary donates thousands of dollars to various local organizations and students through several programs and initiatives. (Source: The Ridgefield Press)