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Welcome to Rotary District 6420

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Welcome from the District Governor

Dear Rotarians of District 6420,

It is an honor to begin my year as your District Governor. I’m excited to serve alongside each of you as we continue to make a meaningful impact in our communities and around the world.

This year, you can expect a focus on collaboration, connection, and strengthening our clubs. Together, we’ll support one another, grow our membership, develop leaders, and expand the reach of Rotary’s service.

Thank you for your commitment and passion. I look forward to seeing all that we will accomplish together in the year ahead!

Yours in Rotary Service,
Melissa McCormick

Join Us for the Annual Rotary Rib Fest!

Get ready for a finger-licking good time at the upcoming Rib Fest on July 26th at Viking Lanes in South Beloit, IL! This year's event promises to be a mouthwatering competition as local firehouses face off in a battle to claim the coveted Rack of Ribs Award.

Bicycle Helmet donation

Four Rotarians and an honorary member applied Rotary Stickers on 4 boxes of bike helmets. Thank you to Scott Vandermyde, Stan Steines, Mick Welding, Ellen Smith and honorary member Bart Smith for taking time to apply stickers to the bike helmets.

Rock Island Rotary dedicates installation of 5 Peace Poles

The Rotary Club of Rock Island dedicated the installation of five Peace Poles in Rock Island with a ceremony June 17 at the Quad City Botanical Center, which is one of the Peace Pole sites. The other Peace Pole sites are Rock Island High School, Friendship Manor, the downtown branch of the Rock Island Public Library and the Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center.

Rotary Night at the Pistol Shrimp

Illinois Sunrise Rotary has arranged to have a Rotarian Night at the Pistol Shrimp on Wednesday, 7/16/25. Entry begins at 6:00 pm with the game starting at 7:00 pm. We're inviting the area Rotarians to attend, and would like each club to bring its banner to display. We will have a booth set up should you have any promotional items to disburse. Entry is free, and concession stands are available for food and drink. We hope that your club will participate. For more info: swolf@svcb.com