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Ready to Make a Difference — Locally and Globally? The Rotary Club of Southington is all about community, connection, and creating positive change. With social challenges affecting so many, the need to support our neighbors has never been greater.  Curious to learn more? We’d love to meet you! Join us for lunch and conversation at Craft Kitchen at 42 W. Main St. in Plantsville.  We meet on Wednesdays from 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM.  Whether you’re looking to give back, meet new friends, or simply explore how you can be part of something meaningful, we welcome you with open arms. Let’s celebrate the many reasons we have to be thankful… and the power of coming together.
 
 
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Operation Stay Warm is a seasonal initiative created by Southington Community Services that provides free winter clothing to residents in need. It is located at the Plantsville Congregational Church and is stocked with donated winter clothing.  Coats, hats, gloves and scarfs are some of the items our residents can get there.  All items are free to anyone who needs them, with no proof of income or residency required.  Today Southington Rotarians volunteered in the Clothing Shop and together we distributed 35 coats to 12 families in need. 

If you are interested in volunteering in our community and helping with projects such as these, please contact Melissa Cocuzza at 860-620-4700 for more information.

Southington Rotary, along with twenty-five other Rotary Clubs in northern CT and Western MA (Rotary District 7890) have joined together to fund a project that will bring fresh drinking water, sanitation facilities and hygiene training to a needy Mayan community in Guatemala.  Including matching funds from The Rotary Foundation and those contributed to ALDEA, the Cooperating Partner NGO, a total of $176,486 was raised.  Adding this amount to the funds raised during the previous sixteen years brings the total to $1,856,900.

These funds will pay for the materials needed to complete a gravity fed water system with gray water filters, vented pit latrines, improved vented stoves for the 115 families (725 people) who live in the rural community of Xecoxol, Guatemala.  All labor is provided by the men and women in each village. These projects continue the goal of Rotary International to have every Rotary Club support an international water and sanitation project every year.  By working together, pooling their resources, and obtaining Global Grants with matching funds from The Rotary Foundation, the Rotarians have been successful in adding size and strength to their chosen projects. 

District 7890 Water Committee Chair and Manchester, CT Rotarian Rick Lawrence again spearheaded the drive to raise the necessary funds by making presentations about the project to the Rotary clubs throughout northern CT, western MA, and central RI as well as several clubs in southeastern FL.  The project’s implementation will be coordinated through the host partner, the Rotary Club of La Antigua, Guatemala, and its cooperating partner, ALDEA (formerly Behrhorst Partners for Development), a non-profit organization with ties to over 95 communities in Guatemala.

This Rotary Global Grant project will help address some of the basic causes of poor health and will help the villagers address basic sanitation – water systems, gray-water filters and latrines – in order to help prevent the constant illnesses that afflict the population, particularly children. 

On Sunday, August 31st, the Rotary Club of Southington proudly stood alongside our local troops during their deployment, offering heartfelt support and gratitude through thoughtfully prepared deployment gift bags. Each bag was a small token of appreciation, filled with essentials and messages of encouragement to remind them that their community stands firmly behind them. 

“We want every service member to know they’re not alone—we’re here, we care, and we’re grateful,” said Rotary member Charlie Cocuzza. We deeply value the service and sacrifice of these brave individuals and remain committed to supporting them and their families in every way we can. Rotary’s mission of service above self shines brightest when we come together to honor those who serve.

 

The Rotary Club of Southington recently partnered with Southington Community Services to support local students from grades 1 through 12 as they returned to school. Thanks to a remarkable grassroots fundraiser called Backflips for Backpacks, led by the 11-year-old daughter of one of our Rotarians, we were able to fill over 150 donated backpacks with essential school supplies.

She’s been flipping for a cause for three years now, and her dedication continues to inspire us all. Every child deserves to start the school year feeling prepared and supported, and it was a joy to see our members come together to pack with purpose. Even small gestures can make a big impact in a student’s life.

If you are interested in helping Rotarians give back to our community, please contact melissa@club62.us for more information.

The Rotary Club of Southington is thrilled to welcome Maria Ghiozzi, our exchange student from Rome, Italy. Maria arrived in Southington on August 20th, and will be spending her senior year at Southington High School, graduating with the Class of 2026. It takes remarkable courage and curiosity for a young woman to leave her family and immerse herself in a new culture for an entire year, and we’re honored to be part of her journey through the Rotary Youth Exchange program. 

If you're a Sophomore or Junior at Southington High and interested in exploring the world through this life-changing opportunity, we encourage you to reach out to us; your adventure could start right here!  Please contact Brendan Goodrich at bgoodrich@ionbank.com for more information.

On August 20th, the Rotary Club of Southington hosted the annual William S. Thompson Memorial Golf Tournament—a day filled with sunshine, camaraderie, and community spirit. Thankfully, the rain held off, allowing golfers and supporters to enjoy a beautiful day on the course while raising funds for both local and international Rotary projects. From youth programs to global humanitarian efforts, the proceeds will help us continue making a meaningful impact. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the sponsors, golfers, and volunteers who made the event a success through their generosity and enthusiasm.

IF you're interested in helping organize events such as this, please contact Melissa at melissa@club62.us.

During the showing of the movie Wicked at the Southington Drive-In, the Rotary Club of Southington brought a Golden touch of community spirit and service. Volunteers from the club greeted guests with warm smiles, collected tickets and helped manage parking with precision—all while embodying the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self.”

Their presence added a golden glow to the evening, not just through their cheerful dedication, but by fostering a welcoming atmosphere that made the event feel truly magical. It was a shining example of how local service can elevate a community gathering into something unforgettable.

If you feel the need and would like to join us giving back to our community, please contact Melissa at 860-620-4700 for more information.

District 7890 had their annual Polio fundraiser at Dunkin' Donuts park this past Saturday, August 2nd.  It was a fun time for all the clubs in the District and our Club was well represented.  It culminated with all Rotarians holding the flag on the field during the National Anthem.  Altogether, the district raised $1,220 toward the eradication of Polio.  With that being matched 2 to 1 by the Gates Foundations, the total we contributed was $3,660. A great job and a great fellowship event for all Rotarians involved!

Helping those in need is what Rotary is all about.  On June 7th, several Rotarians got together, and with help from donations from the Southington Rotary Club, The LEAF (Lewis Education Agricultural Farm) and Allies Nursery, installed  raised garden bed planters at the Carter Lane Southington Housing facility.  These planters will be tended by the residents who will share in the vegetables grown, providing free and fresh food for all those who live there.  If you are interested in helping Rotary succeed in it's worldwide mission of service above self, do not hesitate to contact Melissa at 860-620-4700.
 
On May 17th, 2025 the Southington Rotary Club, along with the Rotary Clubs of Plainville and Farmington, The Lions Club of Southington and Unico of Southington packed over 36,000 meals that were shipped to needy families in Appalachia as part of Rotary's Epic Day of Service 2025.  If you are interested in giving back to the community, and furthering our cause worldwide, please do not hesitate to contact Melissa at 860-620-4700.
 
   
You're invited to the Southington Rotary Club's Mardi Gras Party on March 4th from 6-10pm! Get ready to celebrate in style with delicious food, lively music, and the spirit of Mardi Gras. Don't miss out on this exciting evening with friends and community members.  All proceeds raised will benefit New Orleans relief efforts!

Date: March 4th
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Anthony Jacks Wood Fired Grill; 30 Center Street, Southington

Come dressed in your best Mardi Gras attire and get ready to indulge in a night of camaraderie and joy. We look forward to seeing you there!

Reserve your tickets today - all tickets must be registered through this link

 
Southington Rotary Supports Southington Community Services OPERATION STAY WARM Coat Drive
Members helped to run the "community store" to help distribute coats to those in need. 496 coats donated!
 
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Thank you to The Calvanese Foundation for their generous sponosorship of our Mardi Gras Party!
 
Mardi Gras is almost here!  We are excited to bring this event back! 
 
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Tickets are $75.00 per person.  This will include, stations of food throughout the restaurant, passed hors devours, live entertainment, and beer and wine.  Tickets can be paid for via check, Venmo or cash.  ALL TICKETS MUST BE REGISTERED THROUGH THIS FORM – NO EXCEPTIONS!  An email confirmation with a 'ticket' will be sent to all people registered. 
 
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Rotary Club of Southington
PO Box 5
Southington, CT 06489
 
If you have any questions, please reach out to Megan:  megan.albanese@hotmail.com
 
 
You are cordially invited to attend the Southington Rotary Club's 75th Anniversary Dinner!
 
Wednesday, October 25th
6pm - 10pm
Aqua Turf Club
 
Register online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/southington-rotary-75th-anniversary-tickets-721542732737?aff=oddtdtcreator or pay by check.

Space is limited to 100 - reserve your tickets today!
The Rotary Club of Southington was excited to see the Southington Police using the Trek bicycle that was donated earlier this year to patrol the festival grounds to ensure the safety and security of the community! 
 
Come Join us for our 21st  Annual Golf Tournament!
 
The golf tournament helps us raise funds to support community projects such as the YMCA , Southington Community Services, Rotary Scholarships for students and other programs.  
 
Wednesday August 23rd - 2023
Southington Country Club 
 
Registration/Breakfast: 8:30 am 
Shotgun Starts: 9:30 am 
 
Register now!! Link Below
 
 
 
With the help of other local Rotary clubs, UNICO and Lion's clubs, we packed 25,920 non-perishable food bags to be sent to Ukraine and Appalachia!
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Plantsville, CT 06479
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You can call Melissa Cocuzza at 860.620.4700 for information not on our website.
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Help end Polio by joining the Polio Plus campaign.  Click on the image above to go directly to the donate page.  Every $1.00 donated is matched with $2.00 by the Gates Foundation. If you donate as a guest, our Club number is 6512 and our district is 7890.  Please help us end polio now.  “WE ARE THIS CLOSE…”

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