Events

A throwback!  The summer cookout at Didier farm is here! 

Dave, Melissa, and Pat Didier are graciously opening up the hangar to Port Washington-Saukville Rotary club.  Dinner will be catered by the Club.  Spouses, children, grandchildren are all welcome.  Please RSVP with the numberof adults and children no later than July 24th so we have a accurate number for the caterer and the Didier's. 

Activities would include hay rides, barn animal petting, maybe shooting, giant slide, and whatever else the Didier crew can come up with!  This has always been a fun-filled event.  The party will take place rain or shine.  Dinner to take place around 5:30 or 6:00 p.m.

Synopsis: The American Tailwind was inspired by a quote from Warren Buffett, “I had great parents, I had good health, and I was born in the United States of America.” Part One dives into Warren Buffett’s lineage and how it impacted the man he would become and the business he built. The authors expound on the teachings of Warren Buffett by attending the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholder meetings in Omaha, Nebraska, over the last 18 consecutive years. The authors then relate the information learned from Warren Buffett to their personal upbringing, along with sharing the grit of their own family lineage. Part Two details the importance of honoring our American soldiers. The authors explore the leadership skills of Generals Washington, Grant, and Patton; along with sharing over 60 stories, over six generations, of American soldiers related to their employees and/or spouses. “It is beyond arrogance for American businesses or individuals to boast that they have ‘done it alone’. The tidy rows of simple white crosses at Normandy should shame those who make such claims.” – Warren Buffett Learn more: https://www.theamericantailwind.com/

In recognition of their unwavering commitment, service, and dedication to our local community, Port Washington-Saukville Rotary Club is awarding Barbara Bates-Nelson, Executive Director of the United Way of Northern Ozaukee, and Craig Modahl, Executive Director of Balance, Inc. the Paul Harris Fellow award.

The Paul Harris Award recognizes the significant contributions of Rotarians towards the Rotary Foundation. Rotarians have a history of honoring non-Rotarians for their Service Above Self.

RSVP by October 22 to ruthhenkle@gmail.com

We are looking for up to 8 Rotarians to volunteer at the Ozaukee Food Alliance escourting clients through the pantry and helping load cars.  A few volunteers will be needed to lift some heavy items.

PW-S Rotary is once again sponsoring this moving event. Per Mel's Charities website:

Chris Herren was an All-American basketball star who broke scoring records and realized his lifelong dream of playing in the NBA before losing his career and almost his family to the disease of addiction. Alcohol and drug-free since 2008, Chris has spoken to over 2 million students nationwide.

“When I saw Chris’ story and the lives he has impacted, I knew we had to bring his unique and powerful message to Ozaukee County.”

Since 2021, Chris has spoken to over 15,000 students, teachers, administrators and community members throughout the area. 

PW-S Rotary is once again sponsoring this moving event. Per Mel's Charities website:

Chris Herren was an All-American basketball star who broke scoring records and realized his lifelong dream of playing in the NBA before losing his career and almost his family to the disease of addiction. Alcohol and drug-free since 2008, Chris has spoken to over 2 million students nationwide.

“When I saw Chris’ story and the lives he has impacted, I knew we had to bring his unique and powerful message to Ozaukee County.”

Since 2021, Chris has spoken to over 15,000 students, teachers, administrators and community members throughout the area. 

Join for an evening of merriment and holiday cheer!  Rotarians and spouses or "plus one" invited to attend.  Please RSVP no later than November 15th.

Cocktail hour: 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Dinner: 6:15-7:00 p.m.

PWHS' "Limited Edition" acapella group: 7:00 p.m.

Sheriff Knowles will show us around the Sheriff's Department.  Rotarians should enter through the "Ozaukee County Sheriff's Department" doors on the South end of the Justice Center.  Lunch will be provided by Twisted Willow and the Sheriff's Department will provide beverages.

This day will be used as a donation drop-off day and sorting day for supplies for the Pirate's Cove closet to support students in need at PHWS.  As part of the district grant project, we need at least 25% of our members to volunteer their time towards the project.  Another event will take place on January 25th for stocking supplies.

Jon speaks about the work of U.S. diplomats through the lens of his own experience serving at U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

This day will be used to finalize stocking the Pirate's Cove Closet for students in need at Port Washington High School.  Collection drives will have already taken place, and the remaining supplies gathered.  This will be the final step before the closet is opened to students. 

As part of the distrant grant project requirements, we need at least 25% of our membership base to volunteer their time.  Please be sure to register for this event or the sorting event on December 21st.

For the quarterly service project, we are assisting the United Way of Northern Ozaukee with their “Raising Hope Fundraiser”, taking place January 30, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at Inventors Brewpub.