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Regular Meetings: First and Third Thursdays of Every Month for Lunch
Springfield Rotary

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Thursdays at 12:00 p.m.
Student Prince Cafe & the Fort Restaurant
8 Fort Street
Springfield, MA 01103
United States of America
Phone:
(413) 210-5789
Email:
rotaryclubofspringfield@outlook.com
Regular meetings have an open registration! There is free parking validation for the adjacent lot connected to the building. You may order freely from the menu at your own expense. Our meetings are from 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
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The Calendar Raffle is Coming Back in 2026! 

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We are bringing back the calendar raffle in March 2026

Proceeds from the Raffle will help us fund the 2026 Community Grants to local non-profits and our Service Fund. 
 
We are requesting prize donations valued at $25 or more.
 
 
Please contact Samalid if you have any questions. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Do you have some news or information that might be of interest to fellow Rotarians?*
 
If so, please email kblanchard@mdiasfoundation.org 
Our biweekly bulletin goes out to more than 50 local leaders every other week and is a wonderful way to spread your message.
 
*All submissions are subject to approval. 
President's Message

Michael Kelley

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I am honored and excited to step into the role of President for this upcoming year. Rotary has always been about service, connection, and making a lasting impact, and I look forward to leading our club as we continue to grow and strengthen our community.

Together, we will build on the incredible work already done, bringing fresh ideas and energy to our projects and initiatives. I encourage each of you to stay engaged, share your thoughts, and contribute your talents as we work towards our shared goals.

Let’s make this a year of meaningful service, fellowship, and positive change. I look forward to working alongside each of you to make a difference!

Yours in Service,

Michael Kelley

Club Meeting Speakers
Upcoming Speakers
Ben Quick (TBC)- Karen Blanchard
Feb 19, 2026 12:00 PM
PV rowing Club
PRESIDENT ELECT LEARNING SEMINAR
Mar 05, 2026
Past Speakers
Marla Shelasky Developmnt & Communications Mgr
Feb 05, 2026 12:00 PM
Rotary Grantee Update: Make-It-Springfield - www.makeitspringfield.org
Ashley Kohl
Nov 06, 2025 12:00 PM
Ohana School of Performing Arts
Jessica Roncarati-Howe
Oct 02, 2025 12:00 PM
Western Mass Dress for Success Grant Update
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Our Local Impact
Grants (23-24)
Forest Park Zoological Society
Rick’s Place         
Link to Libraries   
Revitalize Community Development 
Tapestry Health    
 
Scholarships
Al Riviere Pharmacy - WNEU
 
Volunteer & Collaborations
Friends of Homeless - Worthington St.
Greater Spfld Habitat for Humanity
Source to Sea Cleanup Project - CRC
 
Projects
Cambodia Clean Water
Financial Foundations for Women
ShelterBox
Chalk It Up!
 
Club Officers & Directors
President
Michael Kelley
Vice President & Membership Chair
Samalid Hogan
District Area Governor
Maurice Powe
Treasurer
Carla Alves
Assistant Treasurer
Bernie Spirito
Secretary
Karen Blanchard
Assistant Secretary
Rick Lee
Rotary Foundation
Jack Toner
4 Way Test

Birthdays & Rotary Anniversaries
Member Birthdays:
  • Marie Angelides
    February 16
Join Date:
  • Pete Pappas
    February 5, 1982
    44 years
  • Rick Lee
    February 7, 1997
    29 years
  • Stefan Sjoberg
    February 20, 2025
    1 year
  • Pamela Sanborn
    February 25, 2025
    1 year
  • Jay Leib
    February 29, 2008
    18 years
  • Paul Lambert
    February 29, 2008
    18 years
Upcoming Events
Community Service Project
Feb. 19, 2026
4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. UTC-05:00
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