Camp Goodtimes Photos, June 2018
Thank you to Fay Andersson and Garrett Hyman for these photos. Click thumbnails for larger images.
President’s Celebration Photos 2018
Photos courtesy of Glen Curda. Click photos for larger images.
Rotary First Harvest Work Party Photos from June 9
Thank you to Paul Dressel or Norm Langseth for organizing the June Rotary First Harvest work party, and to Kara Durbin and Fay Andersson for providing these photos. Thank you also to all who participated. The next Bellevue Rotary First Harvest Work Party is Saturday, August 11, and is being organized by Natalie Werzynski and Ivan Irizarry. […]
BRC Thirsty Thursday, June 28, Henry’s Tavern
Please join us for BRC Thirsty Thursday, from 6:00-8:00PM, at Henry’s Tavern, 500 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 310 (located on the third floor, across from the new cinema). Thirsty Thursday is a great way to introduce new and prospective Rotarians to our club and members. Bring your friends, partners, and guests to share appetizers (hosted) and drinks […]
Rotary First Harvest Work Party, August 11
The Bellevue Rotary First Harvest Work Party is held the second Saturday, every other month, from 8:30-11:00AM, at the Northwest Harvest Warehouse, 22220 68th Ave S, Kent. This is a wonderful and meaningful way to be a part of a hands-on project that helps people in our own community. All Rotarians, family members and friends […]
Bellevue Rotary Fall Golf Fellowship, September 26
Bellevue Rotary is booked for 32 tee times on Wednesday, September 26, at Bellevue Golf Course, for our Fall Golf fellowship. Our first tee time will be 12:00 noon, and we will be having dinner at about 5:30PM, with awards and prizes. The cost is $75.00 (billed to your Rotary account) and includes golf, range balls, […]
Camp Goodtimes, June 28: Call for Volunteers!
Camp Goodtimes was established in 1984 to provide a no-cost camp environment for children affected by cancer, where they can recapture the joys of childhood. Our Rotary Club hosts an annual carnival, where kids (and volunteers) spend an afternoon with bubbles, bouncy houses, paint, and all around fun. The date for Camp Goodtimes 2018 is June […]
Wine Tasting Wednesday is a Winner
UPDATED: MORE PHOTOS! More than 40 members and guests attended Wine Tasting Wednesday on May 30, at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens, enjoying delicious appetizers and a wide assortment of wines. Thank you to Howard Donkin, Debbie Acton, and the rest of the Fellowship Committee for organizing this fun event. Photos courtesy of Andy Baker and Fay […]
BRC Book Group Discussion, Wednesday, July 18
Thanks to Elaine Heller and the Survey Monkey, the next book will be “The Sympathizer,” by Viet Thanh Nguyen. Thanks to SanDee Olson, who will once again host us for our summer gathering/discussion, Wednesday, July 18, from 7-9PM. If you (and partner) plan on attending, please RSVP to Margaret Doman. If you have an EVEN numbered […]
Evergreen Court Auction Fun For All!
The Evergreen Court Auction on May 1 was a big success! Dean Rebhuhn served as auctioneer, while other Bellevue Rotarians cheered on residents, drummed up excitement for the auction items, and helped make bids. Each resident was given $1,500 in Monopoly money with which to bid on the many wonderful auction items provided by Bellevue Rotary and […]
Thirsty Thursday Turns Into Wine Tasting Wednesday, May 30
On a special date in May, instead of Thirsty Thursday, we will be having Wine Tasting Wednesday. All BRC members, guests, and prospective members are invited to join us on May 30, from 6:00‑8:00PM, at Bellevue Botanical Gardens, 12001 Main Street, Bellevue. There is no cost for this event, which counts as a make‑up, but we ask […]
Rotary First Harvest Work Party, June 9
The Bellevue Rotary First Harvest Work Party is held the second Saturday, every other month, from 8:30-11:00AM, at the Northwest Harvest Warehouse, 22220 68th Ave S, Kent. This is a wonderful and meaningful way to be a part of a hands-on project that helps people in our own community. All Rotarians, family members and friends […]
Bellevue Rotary Auction at Evergreen Court Retirement Community, May 1
The Bellevue Rotary Club is once again hosting an auction for the residents of the Evergreen Court Retirement Community, 900 124th Ave NE, Bellevue. The date is Tuesday, May 1, 6:00PM (set‑up at 5:30PM). Auction veteran Dean Rebhuhn will be our auctioneer for the evening. Each resident will receive $1,500 in “Rotary Money” to bid on items ranging from gift […]
BRC Thirsty Thursday, April 26, Henry’s Tavern
Please join us for BRC Thirsty Thursday, from 6:00-8:00PM, at Henry’s Tavern, 500 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 310 (located on the third floor, across from the new cinema). Thirsty Thursday is a great way to introduce new and prospective Rotarians to our club and members. Bring your friends, partners, and guests to share appetizers (hosted) and drinks […]
Rotary Family Festival, April 28
Thank you to those who have already signed up to volunteer at Family Festival or provide a ride for foster kids who do not have transportation. But we still more help! We need more drivers and volunteers. This year’s Family Festival is being held Saturday, April 28, at Woodridge Elementary School, 12619 SE 20th PL, Bellevue. Family Festival brings together […]
BRC Thirsty Thursday, March 22, Henry’s Tavern
Please join us for BRC Thirsty Thursday, from 6:00-8:00PM, at Henry’s Tavern, 500 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 310 (located on the third floor, across from the new cinema). Thirsty Thursday is a great way to introduce new and prospective Rotarians to our club and members. Bring your friends, partners, and guests to share appetizers (hosted) and drinks […]
Annual BRC Fellowship: Crystal Mountain Overnight, March 21-22
Great news! Howard Donkin has worked with Enumclaw Ski Club lodge host Witherspoon Dickey to settle upon Wednesday, March 21, and Thursday, March 22, as the dates for the annual Crystal Mountain Overnight Fellowship, a BRC tradition of over 40 years for members and those they think might be good candidates for membership. The women’s rooms and dorm are […]
Rotary Presidential Peacebuilding Conference 2018: Environmental Sustainability & Peace
Nancy Pasternak What better way might there be to promote peace in the world than by ensuring environmental sustainability for all peoples? That was Rotary President Ian Riseley’s impetus and focus for the First Peacebuilding Conference in Vancouver, February 9‑11. Plentiful water, nurtured soil to feed the world, low carbon productivity and economy, and biodiversity were […]
BRC Thirsty Thursday, February 22, Henry’s Tavern
Please join us for BRC Thirsty Thursday, from 6:00-8:00PM, at Henry’s Tavern, 500 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 310 (located on the third floor, across from the new cinema). Thirsty Thursday is a great way to introduce new and prospective Rotarians to our club and members. Bring your friends, partners, and guests to share appetizers (hosted) and drinks […]
BRC Book Group Discussion, Wednesday, April 18
The next Bellevue Rotary Book Group discussion will be Wednesday, April 18, from 7:00‑9:00PM. Thanks to Elaine Heller for offering to host this meeting. The next book for discussion will be “The Woman Who Smashed Codes: A True Story of Love, Spies, and the Unlikely Heroine Who Outwitted America’s Enemies,” by Jason Fagone. If you have […]
Rotary First Harvest Work Party, April 14
The Bellevue Rotary First Harvest Work Party is held the second Saturday, every other month, from 8:30-11:00AM, at the Northwest Harvest Warehouse, 22220 68th Ave S, Kent. This is a wonderful and meaningful way to be a part of a hands-on project that helps people in our own community. All Rotarians, family members and friends […]
Register Now! Bellevue Rotary Celebration of Service: “An Evening in Paris,” September 15
The Bellevue Rotary Club is proud to host its Annual Celebration of Service – An Evening in Paris, presented by The Bellevue Collection, on Saturday, September 15, at the The Westin Bellevue. The evening begins with a cocktail reception at 5:30pm, featuring passed hors d’oeuvres and an open bar sponsored by Brighton Jones, a silent auction, a caricature artist, and music by The Andy Mirkovich French Trio. This will be followed by the dinner program, with wine sponsored by Kaye Smith, and dancing with live band The Happy Sinners. Free self-parking is available at Lincoln Square.
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Celebration of Service: “An Evening in Paris,” September 15
You are invited to join us for Bellevue Rotary’s Annual Celebration of Service on Saturday, September 15, at 5:30PM. This will be an elegant Evening in Paris at the Bellevue Westin Hotel, with cocktails, dinner and dancing! All proceeds from this event benefit the Bellevue Rotary Foundation, which provides grants to local and international non-profit organizations […]
Rotary International Youth Exchange Orientation, March 3
Do you know a high school student who would like to spend a summer month abroad, or maybe attend school for a year abroad? Anyone interested in learning more about summer and year-long international youth exchange should attend the first 2018 Student and Family Orientation on Saturday, March 3, 9:00AM-1:00PM, at the International Community School, 11133 NE 65th St, […]
Rotary Presidential Peacebuilding Conference, Vancouver, BC, February 9‑11
Rotary International President Ian Riseley invites you to attend the Rotary Presidential Conference on Environmental Sustainability & Peace, Friday to Sunday, February 9‑11, 2018, in Vancouver, BC. This conference is one of six international Peacebuilding Conferences planned for 2018 — the only one in North America. President Ian Riseley has made environmental sustainability a major focus for his year, and […]
Rotary First Harvest Work Party, February 10
The Bellevue Rotary First Harvest Work Party is held the second Saturday, every other month, from 8:30-11:00AM, at the Northwest Harvest Warehouse, 22220 68th Ave S, Kent. This is a wonderful and meaningful way to be a part of a hands-on project that helps people in our own community. All Rotarians, family members and friends […]
BRC Thirsty Thursday, January 25, Henry’s Tavern
Please join us for BRC Thirsty Thursday, from 6:00-8:00PM, at Henry’s Tavern, 500 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 310 (located on the third floor, across from the new cinema). Thirsty Thursday is a great way to introduce new and prospective Rotarians to our club and members. Bring your friends, partners, and guests to share appetizers (hosted) and drinks […]
Rotary Trip to Nepal, Fall 2018
Bellevue Rotarian Rob Rose will be leading an 18‑day adventure tour to Nepal this fall, departing Seattle on October 27 and returning November 13. You are invited to join Rob on this amazing journey, where you’ll learn about the culture and history of Nepal and have a jungle experience in Chitwan National Park, the jewel of Nepal’s […]
Rotary First Harvest Work Party Photos from December 9
Thank you to Mona McPhee and David Schooler for organizing the December Rotary First Harvest work party and for providing these photos. Thank you also to all who participated. The next Bellevue Rotary First Harvest Work Party is Saturday, February 10, and is being organized by Russ Oliver and Bryce Matsuoka. As usual, this is a great […]
BRC Holiday Bell Ringing Photos 2017
Thank you to Tracy Rockwell for coordinating the 2017 Holiday Bell Ringing effort and for providing these pictures. Thank you also to everyone who volunteered for this worthy annual event.