Events

Join us at the Indian Valley Beer Fest!

Benefiting the Indian Valley Public Library and the ST Rotary Foundation.

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Camp Neidig was founded in 1950 to further the leadership abilities of young boys; girls were added in 1990.  Each year, students are selected from the Souderton Area High School to attend the camp and we will hear from some of those students. 

Join us for a fun evening as we share a picnic in the park!

Join us as we learn more about two new members who joined through our Corporate Membership!

Tyra Elsner from Univest and Brandon Trombetta from Keystone Opportunity Center.

Within our club, there are two corporate memberships, Keystone Opportunity Center and UNIVEST. Clarice Foster manages the food pantry for Keystone Opportunity Center and will join us to deliver her introduction speech. In addition, a student (Emma) will be joining us to share her experience from the STEM YEA program this year.

There are two corporate memberships in STRC, Keystone Opportunity Center and UNIVEST. Linda Chaplin manages the community care for Keystone Opportunity Center and will join us in delivering an introductory speech so that we can get to know her better.

In addition, President Kate Hoath will provide an update on the current status of Mpox, which was declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern by the World Health Organization last week.  A new type of Mpox is spreading rapidly across Africa and has the potential to expand to other continents.  

Join us as we spread the word about Rotary!  

When a month has FIVE THURSDAYS our club does not meet!

See you next week

Fellow Rotarian, Terry Reed, will share projects in Rotary District 7430 that were completed to protect the environment.

We welcome District Governor Katie Farrell to our meeting and look forward to learning more about her and her Rotary priorities for this next Rotary year!

Plan to attend the District Summit to experience the Rotary Action Plan in action! 

register here: https://rotarydistrict7430.org/event/vibrant-club-summit-hosted-by-rotary-district-7430/

Carol Fergusen is one of the founders of the PA Polio Network (PPSN).  They work with many professionals providing valuable information to help educate and spread awareness about the late effects of the poliovirus, and the importance of being vaccinated against this terrible disease, and serve others all across the globe.

More than 40% of U.S. households struggle to afford essential needs, pushing them to make difficult decisions and take significant risks every day.  We will be led by Keystone Opportunity Center through a 2.5-hour Poverty Simulation that explores the lived experience of poverty firsthand through the eyes of real families. Our club has sponsored the purchase of this simulator for Keystone to use as an educational tool. 

For years, many top-down or well-intentioned approaches to poverty have left out the wisdom and leadership of those closest to the challenges. This experience challenges participants to rethink poverty, respond effectively, and partner with those affected for change.  

We hope every Rotary Member will attend this event and invite other friends, family, and community members to participate in the experience.  Our goal is to:

• Deepen our understanding of the lived realities and human impact of poverty in the United States.
• Improve practices and approaches to better engage and partner with people navigating poverty.
• Work more effectively with others in our community to foster opportunities and environments where all people can thrive.

A light meal will be served during the evening.

Join us for the annual Souderton Telford Foundation's Auction and Dinner!  CLICK HERE for sponsorship opportunities and to purchase tickets. Funds raised at this event support our philanthropic activities throughout the upcoming year.  Thank You - Thank you for your support and enthusiasm for this annual event!

Help us spread more good news about Rotary at the Franconia Fall Fest! We will have a game and prizes for the young ones, plus great information on all we do for the community! The event will be packed with lots of fun activities for all ages, yummy food options … and Saturday night FIREWORKS!! So bring the family and hang out with us for awhile!

Our typical meeting this week will be canceled due to the annual Keystone Opportunity Center fundraiser. Historically, many of our Rotary Members attend this fundraiser.  We would encourage you to join us in supporting our local social service agency.  CLICK HERE to purchase tickets. 

Even members who have been a part of Rotary for years can stumble when someone asks, "What is Rotary?".  Join us as Past District Governor Janet Kolepp leads us through ways to uncover a compelling "why" story. Switch up your response to “what is Rotary?” to “let me tell you a story!”

Did you know...for over 100 years wooden rollercoasters have been built in our community?

We have LIMITED SPOTS for a tour of the Philadelphia Toboggan Coaster Comany!  EVERYONE must sign up in advance.

If you can't make the tour, join us at 5:30PM for dinner at the Indian Valley Country Club. We will share about the tour over dinner!

Join us as we share about the tour we enjoyed that afternoon at the Philadelphia Toboggan Coaster Company!

Join us for a "spooktacular" time as we distribute candy to our park neighbors.  We look forward to seeing all of the costumes as they stop by the pavilion on their way "trick-or-treating"!

Rotary members are strongly encouraged to dress in a costume for the event!  Please sign up below.

Financial contributions are being requested to purchase candy.  CLICK HERE

We warmly welcome Eric Bishop who will explain and illustrate five in-common themes about running a business that he has learned by producing "legacy books" about local businesses and entrepreneurs.

J. Eric Bishop, PhD, taught both English and German at Christopher Dock Mennonite High School (now Dock Mennonite Academy) for 37 years.  (Two of our Rotary Members were taught by Dr. Bishop!) He currently serves two days a week as Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Quakertown Christian School. He also produces legacy books about local businesses. Eric is married to Linda Hostetler. Eric and Linda are parents of two adult children and are active members of Souderton Mennonite Church.

Join us as we serve our community! Many tasks await our helping hands - from stocking shelves, to preparing merchandise to customer service....there is a fit for everyone. 

Young people ages 8+ are welcome to join the fun.

More information will be sent after registration.

We will travel from Souderton PA by Perkiomen Motor Coach to New York City. The United Nations staff will provide a tour.  Lunch will be served "family style" at The Smith - Midtown with a briefing on the Sustainable Development Goals presented by UN staff. 

Parking location provided after sign up

Join us to celebrate Rotary Friendships!

Bev Weinberg from Integrate for Good will join us in introducing their strength-based model that focuses on empowerment, connection, and education to enhance the lives of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.  They expand opportunities for these individuals to share their talents and abilities, foster meaningful community connections, and promote lifelong learning and growth. Through innovative programs and services, we aim to build a more inclusive and supportive community where everyone’s contributions are valued and celebrated.

Happy Thanksgiving!

We welcome Ginny Vandenburg and will induct her into our club.  We look forward to hearing Ginny share a bit about herself!.  We will also hear from Franconia Officer Tim Boyle, who will provide an update on the upcoming "Shop-with-a-Cop" event supporting families in our community.

This high school basketball tournament is celebrating it's 11th year.  It is named after Jim Church, the voice of local high school sports for over four decades, and a ST Rotary Member.  

Join the fun at this high-visibility annual holiday event. We will be meeting at the Indian Crest Middle School and finish up at the end of the parade on School Lane and East Broad St. (About a 1 mile walk.) Please come dressed warmly.  We are accommodating both riders as well as walkers who can help our Interact students hand out candy.

Please help us spread some holiday cheer around Souderton!  

• 5PM - Meet at Indian Valley Boys & Girls Club, 115 Washington Avenue, Souderton. Will sing and distribute Knex gifts to club members
• 5:30PM - Leave for Souderton Mennonite Homes, 207 W Summit Street, Souderton.
• 5:40PM - Arrive at Souderton Mennonite Homes
• 6:10PM - Depart for Broad Street Italian Cuisine & Pizzeria, 30 W. Broad Street, Souderton
• 6:20PM - Arrive for a pizza dinner.  Sharing by Past District Governor Diane Donaher on Rotary Foundation giving.

Please SIGN UP so we know to expect your holiday cheer! 

We will be supporting the Franconia Townships Police Benevolent Association's "Shop with a Cop" program.  This annual event strives to create a positive interaction between law enforcement and the community by helping economically disadvantaged children shop for gifts for their families during the holiday season.
 
Those wishing to volunteer at the event, kindly sign up through the link on this page.  All shopping volunteers are invited to Souderton Pizza & Pasta for a pizza party with the families after the shopping is complete. Additional information will be provided to volunteers.

Come be inspired as members of our club share what goals they are setting in their professional lives for 2025!

At So Much To Give Inclusive Café, the mission is to provide a welcoming and inclusive Café that empowers all, including those with disabilities and their families, to have equal opportunities to work, dine, socialize, volunteer, and learn.  

Join us on this dining adventure and then circle back to our next club meeting on Thursday, January 16 at 5:30PM.  Kathy Opperman, part of the founding team and Board Member, will share more about this organization.

We will welcome two of the Co-Founders of the So Much to Give Inclusive Cafe located just outside Skippack Village. The Cafe is owned by a non-profit founded by Kathy Opperman called Pillars of Light and Love. Pillars has offered free youth and adult empowerment programs, community kindness projects, and support groups to the Collegeville area community for the past 10 years. In 2021 Kathy teamed up with Maureen Stanko-who has an adult son with autism- to expand Pillars' programs to serve young adults with disabilities. In 2022, the two collaborated with Tyler Kammerle, a young man with a degree in Special Education and extensive experience working with children and adults with disabilities. Tyler had a dream to open a restaurant to employ individuals who struggle to find employment because of their different abilities. Both Tyler and Kathy, who is a friend of member Rick Kowey, will join us to share their challenging and rewarding journey of serving this important population in the community. 

Join us as leaders from three local police municipalities, Souderton, Telford, and Franconia answer questions and share updates.  Have a question?  CLICK HERE to submit in advance.