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Village of Antioch Shamrock Jam - Rotary 50/50 Raffle and booth

Congratulations to the owner of ticket 156537. You just won $250!

Thanks to everyone who ventured out on the chilly March 22nd Village of Antioch Shamrock Jam.

Proceeds of our fundraiser goes to Antioch Rotary Foundation, Inc. projects and scholarships.

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SkillsUSA

The Rotary Club of Antioch supports educational programs. Today we donated $500 to SkillsUSA in which local High School students compete to exhibit their knowledge and practical understanding of a variety of Technical Trade professions such as baking, welding, carpentry, and cosmetology.

Fifteen students from District 117 Antioch and Lakes Community High Schools participated in the Illinois State competition this year. Two students will be going to the National competition for EMS (Emergency Medical Services) in Atlanta this June.

These competitions help build comradery and confidence in the students as they prepare to embark in their careers.

Village of Antioch Shamrock Jam

It was a chilly & windy Saturday for the Village of Antioch Shamrock Jam. But those that ventured out got to enjoy some music, dancing, and sunshine.

The lucky ticket number is 156537. They won $250! Congratulations.

Nine Blankets - Made and Donated

Thursday February 27^th the Rotary Club of Antioch spread fleece over the Antioch Community High School library tables.

It took cooperation, concentration, and nimble fingers to complete these no-sew blankets.

A total of nine colorful blankets were made and donated to The Penny’s Purpose. Thanks to the Rotarians, Interact Club students and staff, National Honor Society students, and Friends of Rotary that participated in the fun Blanket Making event this week.

Welcome New Corporate Member - SBOL

We are pleased to announce community partnership with State Bank of the Lakes.

Tricia Barnett, Assistance Branch Manager at the Antioch location is welcomed by her sponsor Roger Sorensen and Club President Terry Dunleavy.

Corporate membership allows alternating representation at Club meetings. Tricia has been employed by SBOL for 16 years and is a local resident since 2000. She is knowledgeable about the Antioch community and is a Antioch Chamber member.

If you are interested in joining as a Corporate Member too, please contact us https://www.antiochrotary.org/SitePage/membership

Welcome New Member - Ray Mullen

We are pleased to announce yet another new member to the Rotary Club of Antioch - Ray Mullen.

Ray is also an active volunteer at the Mathias Academy in Wisconsin which provides adult day program serving adults with mild to severe disabilities, providing specialized medical needs from Illinois & Wisconsin.

Holiday Food Basket - Community Teamwork

The weekend before Christmas, the Rotarians are at work.

This year teaming up with the Antioch Lions Club and their deliveries ...

Beds for kids in need

We are not taking sleeping in a bed for granted.

In December, The Rotary Club of Antioch was one of three local organizations worked collectively to provide eight sets of beds to families in need in Lake County...

NEW MEMER: Sergio Longinos

Welcome our newest member to the Rotary Club of Antioch - Sergio Longinos.

If you have not done so already - take a few minutes to introduce yourself and get to know our new members.

Ask what they are interested in participating and share your story and passion. It is our passion that makes us PEOPLE OF ACTION.

Share the Warm Collection

Well done club members and Friends of Rotary!

We requested those attending the Club's Holiday party bring something to the Share the Warmth Winter-wear drive.

And you did! Here are the numbers of the items being donated to the Open Arms Mission clients to help them stay warm this winter:

31 pairs of socks

22 pairs of gloves

19 hats/ear muffs

3 sweater/sweatshirts

2 scarves

Raymond Chevrolet Kia Fund-a-Need match

A big shout out to local Raymond Chevrolet Kia matching $5000 of the recent Auction Fund-a-Need community donations.

Pictured left to right: Rotary Club of Antioch President Terry Dunleavy with Mark Scarpelli from Raymond Chevrolet Kia and Club's Past President John Cook.

It is with these partnerships that volunteer organizations like Rotary are funded to do good in our communities.

Thank you all!

Antioch Scout Troop 92 partnership

The Rotary Club of Antioch supports a variety of organization in the local communities. This past weekend, we were able to thank Boy Scout Troop 92 for their assistance during our Annual Pork Chop Dinner & Auction. The Rotary Club of Antioch donated $500 towards their efforts to provide development and leadership skills to our youth through the scouting programs, earning badges, and camping. Pictured is a closeup of the contribution during their annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser and another with more of the troop leaders and scouts. If you missed the event(s) mentioned this year - mark your calendars for next year. Two great ways to have a meal and contribute to the programs.

Welcome New Member - Dr. Michael Karner

New Member:

Please welcome Dr. Michael Karner to the Rotary Club of Antioch.

Dr. Karner- Mike- is resident of Antioch, serves as Lake County Regional Superintendent of Schools. Mike also serves on the boards of SEDOL, Tech Campus, and Mothers Trust. He is a volunteer football coach at Antioch High School.

Raise your paddles

Get your paddles ready. We are ready for you tonight. 5pm doors open for dinner. 7pm Live Auction starts.

Stop by and buy tickets at the door $35/each for opportunity to walk away with $500 cash or one of the over 100 items you can bid on.

Can't make it? Donations can be accepted online.

Rotary legacy to support vaccines

Rotary is ensuring children grow up save from preventable diseases. Learn more in this 30 second clip...

Want to learn more, contact us

rotaryclubantioch@gmail.com

Summer Fun Fundraiser Thank you

The streets were packed in Antioch during the July 4th parade.

Here are a few pictures as the floats gathered before the fun started.

Pictured are also Short-term Summer Rotary Youth Exchange match between the US (far right) and Germany (center).

Thanks to those that contributed to the fundraiser.

Hope to see you again next year!

Wizards Weekend Rotary Raffle

We brewed up a spell for Harry Potter Goblet Set Raffle at the Antioch Chamber of Commerce WIZARDS WEEKEND on June 15th.

RAFFLE WINNER WAS NUMBER 086

Club giving Holiday Baskets to families

When the weather starts to get cold, and the holiday season is upon us, the Rotary Club of Antioch realize not all are able to provide a traditional holiday meal to their families.

About 75 "baskets" of groceries were filled and delivered for Thanksgiving. This will be repeated for Christmas and help during the winter school break.

ROTARIANS: Put your woolies on and join us of the deliveries on Sunday December 17th 9am (behind Piggly Wiggly). Rotary friends welcome to participate in this giving.

Auction Fundraiser Thank you

You did it again! Proceeds from our local community support, donations, dinner guests, and auction bidders went towards the Antioch Rotary Scholarship, Inc. These funds fuel students continuing education at universities or in the trades.

CONSIDER BECOMING A ROTARIAN. We are looking for new members to help with community programs - please consider joining us for a meeting to learn more.

Thanks for 4 July Fundraiser

Thanks to everyone that supported the Rotary Club of Antioch during the Independence Day parade and afternoon fundraiser.

Donations have allowed the Antioch Rotary Scholarship to provide over 2 million dollars to High School graduates from Antioch and Lakes Community High Schools.

Proceeds from July 4th fundraiser rubber-duckie races 50/50 raffle, dunk tank, and face painting go toward projects in Antioch and local community.

Look for future posts about the annual dinner and auction the first Saturday in October.

Potential Rotarians Welcome

SEEKING MEMBERS!

Check-out all that Rotary does as a global non-denominational non profit that was started in Chicago over 100 years ago. Through the Rotary Club of Antioch as a way to contribute to the local or international community.

See the Potential Member brochure to learn more.https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000002353/en-ca/files/homepage/potential-new-member-brochure/Rotary-Club-of-Antioch-Potential-Member-brochure.05052023.pdf

RI president-elect announces 2023-24 presidential theme

Rotary International President-elect R. Gordon R. McInally called for members to capture the world's attention and lead the way toward possibilities far beyond our current expectations. Find out more by clicking Read More

ShelterBox: A desire to help, a global relief partner, opportunities to respond after disasters

ShelterBox, an internationally known disaster relief organization and one of Rotary's key partners, originated as a Rotary club project that aimed to help eight to 10 families a year.

But support from Rotary members and clubs during the past two decades has helped ShelterBox achieve the flexibility and scale to serve more than 2 million people who have survived environmental disasters and conflicts around the world.

For more information click Read More.

District 117 NEW Field House Tour

The Rotary Club of Antioch (with masks down for a quick picture) toured the facility for an up close view. Check out some pictures from the tour.

Relief Through Leadership

The Antioch Rotary Club's program Relief Through Leadership has again helped refurnish and repurpose chrome-books and distribute them to those who need such

technology. It began as a program to provide some relief to Puerto Rico in help recovering from the hurricanes of 2017, is now able to help by donating chrome-books to the Rotary Club of Elmhurst in Rotary District 6440 who distributed them to local organizations to new owners in need of such technology. For complete story click "Read More"

Update from Tanzania.....

This month in Tanzania the honorary plaque to former Antioch Member Bob Diess was mounted on the wall of the Kilimahewa Educational Centre. This plaque was purchased to recognize the amazing work Bob did to help secure a Rotary International Global Grant for the Kilimahewa Educational Centre. This grant funded various educational opportunities for vulnerable teens in Tanzania to learn skills such as a computers skills, agro-business skills, and entrepreneurial skills. The global grant led to a strong partnership with Rotary and the development of an Interact club within Kilimahewa. 28 students helped from the 1st Interact club in memory of Bob and the amazing work he did to help the school.

These pictures show the plaque mounted on the wall at Kilimahewa. The new Interact advisers attending a Rotary meeting to accept the plaque committing to start a Interact club. And the first Interact meeting with Rotary members present sharing goals and ideas for the future.

Welcome to our Club!

Service Above Self

We meet In Person

Thursdays at 7:30 a.m.

Valley Ridge Golf Course

40150 N RT 59
Antioch, IL 60002
United States of America

Phone:

(847) 997-1627

Email:

terry.dunleavy@tnrresources.com

All meetings at Valley Ridge Golf Course Regular meetings are 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays 2nd and 4th are for Board and committee meetings all members are welcome at all meetings

District Site

Venue Map

Club Board Mtgs 4th Thursday
Lovin Oven

May 22, 2025
7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Club Meeting 5th Thursday
Valley Ridge Golf Resort

May 29, 2025
7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Club Meeting 1st Thursday
Valley Ridge Golf Resort

Jun. 05, 2025
7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Club Committee Mtgs 2nd Thursday
Valley Ridge Golf Resort

Jun. 12, 2025
7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Wizard Weekend Fundraiser
United Methodist Church

Jun. 14, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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