Tappahannock Fire Victims Fund

Tappahannock Foundation opens a fund for the Victims of the Prince Street Fire of Friday July 15th. Donations are fully tax deductible. Visit http://www.tappahannockrotary.org/fire/ for more info on how you can give and how the funds will be used….

Alzheimer’s walk with John Harvey

Please consider virtually walking with me to end Alzheimer's. This is a great cause and I'm honored to walk for those that have been affected by this terrible disease. Together we can make a difference. Please consider donating to this worthy cause.

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Flags for Heroes

Sponsor your HERO! Tappahannock Rotary will fly a hundred US Flags for Memorial Day week on Tappahannock Boulevard to honor our heroes including military, police, doctors, nurses, firefighters, and first responders. You can sponsor a hero for $50 at http://www.tappahannockrotary.org/flags

Young Hearts

Enjoy a night of music, wine, and friendship as we celebrate the Tappahannock Rotary Club Foundation Annual Heart Charity Event and talent found in our local community. Young Hearts, February 22, 2020 6pm, at the Essex County Historic Courthouse in Tappahannock. Sponsorships and tickets are available by mail or from Rotarians – Joanne Ruffa (804) 443-3737, Fred Woodard (804) 443-1313 and Michael Faulkner (202) 360-3564..... http://www.tappahannockrotary.org/heart/young-heart-sponsorship-2020.pdf

DG Jonathan Lucus visits

Our program featured Jonathan Lucus, our Rotary District Governor. Jonathan told us about his personal background and his long involvement with and strong personal commitment to Rotary. During his remarks, Locus noted that as Governor he plans to push for greater diversity and inclusion, a better web page, improved social media presence and better consistency/transparency. He noted that "you can't just sit there...we must evolve, change and improve." He also pointed out that "vision without a plan is just an illusion" and the we must "go out on a limb sometimes....try something....and if it doesn't work, drop it and move on." He also reminded us that among other things Rotary is about community, passion and purpose, and talked about the "magic of Rotary."

Rotary Bell Ringers work Walmart

Wright Andrews and Joe Johnston welcome Walmart shoppers today!

Michael Lombardo at Rotary

Michael Lombardo, Rotarian & County Administrator, gave us a briefing on the County's ongoing effort to update its outdated zoning and subdivision ordinances. He presented slides that had been shown at a public meeting on December 9th. Suffice it to say that this is a much-needed process that will lead to our county having a much clearer and workable ordinance, and its concepts will be used in about 12 months to update the County's Comprehensive Plan. This process is designed to involve citizens in deciding how development should occur and to address numerous issues like solar farms, breweries, wineries, etc. that are likely to be active topics as certain development occurs. Anyone wishing to give input to the County should contact Michael. 

Rob Wittman visits Tappahannock Rotary

Rep. Rob Wittman is introduced by Chuck Gilchrist, program chair and thanked by Fred Woodard, Club President. Rep. Wittman is a six term Congressman. He spoke about three big themes: 1) Budget, 2) Rural Broadband Access, and 3) Education. 1) His focus on current budget situation and his proposed legislation "No Budget, No Pay Act". He wants to end Continuing Resolutions that among other consequences are producing illogical and inefficient government shutdowns. He discussed the defense budget and his work to keep it strong. 2) Education - His focus is to shift toward measurement of success based on metrics other than standardized tests; his view [is] that not every child needs a four-year college degree; 60% of future jobs won't require a four-year degree; more focus [should be] on development of needed trades and skills. 3) Much of his time was spent discussing and then answering questions about his support of and work on the "Rural Access Broadband Act" and the need for public/private partnerships in this important area. The meeting ended informally after a period of Q&A."

RCC President Dr. Shannon Kennedy visits Tappahannock Rotary Club

New RCC President Dr. Shannon Kennedy is visiting the seven Rotary Clubs across the service region. Tonight the Tappahannock club welcomed Dr Kennedy, a long-time Rotarian herself and Paul Harris Fellow. From left: Bill Croxton, Monte Gladding, Dr. Shannon Kennedy and Carl Strock.

Flags for Heroes

Rotary's Flags for Heroes on Memorial Day and the week that followed flew flags to honor these heroes....

Dana Wells speaks on Dementia

John Harvey (right) had the program, and asked his relative and fellow Rotarian, Dana Wells, to speak to us on dementia, a subject that was clearly of great interest to the audience based on their rapt attention and heavy questioning of Dana after her remarks. Joining the photo Club President Emerson Hughes (left).

Delegate Hodges update on Prescription Drugs

Mac Garrett had the program responsibility and with last minute help from Bud Smith we heard once again from our Delegate, Keith Hodges. As we all know, Keith is a successful druggist and has been a close friend and business partner of Bud's for decades. Hodges, who not surprisingly is an expert on medical drugs, gave an informative, albeit somewhat depressing and angering, talk on generic drug pricing.

Passing the Rotary gavel....

Celebrating the changing of the guard at Strathbrae on the Rivah... Emerson Hughes outgoing Tappahannock Rotary President, and incoming on July 1, Fred Woodard, President 2019-2020.

Flags for Heroes Memorial Day

Sponsor your HERO!
Tappahannock Rotary will fly a hundred US Flags on Memorial Day on Tappahannock Boulevard to honor Military, Veterans, Law Enforcement, Fire fighters, EMT, EMS and other personal heroes. You can sponsor a hero for $50 at http://www.tappahannockrotary.org/flags

Big Croaker Tournament

On Saturday, May 18, 90 boats competed in the Tappahannock Rotary Club's annual Andrew Reavis Memorial Big Croaker Fishing Tournament. David Vance of Fort Loudon, PA, won $2,000 in cash prizes for his croaker of .65 pounds (approximately 10.4 ounces). James Fields of Milford, VA, won $1,000 for the second place croaker and Rod Ashley of Lovingston, VA, won $500 for third place. Youth Division winners were Ryan Pack ($300 first place), Cole Heineman, ($200 second place) and Dan Kurdziel ($100 third place). Although May is usually a good month for croaker fishing on the Rappahannock, croakers were scarce this year. Fishermen enjoyed a nice day on the river with the good weather and reported catching a few small croakers, catfish, perch, several spot, mud toads, rockfish, and a sea mullet. PHOTO: Jim Wawner, Tappahannock Rotary Club presents $2,000 check to David Vance, winner of the Annual Andrew Reavis Memorial Big Croaker Fishing Tournament.

Harmony to the Heart

A Tappahannock Rotary Club Foundation Event that supports local charities and organization mc'ed by Club President Emerson Hughes - Photo by Michael Rawlings

Harmony to the Heart

Coming soon... Saturday February 16th..... Reserve your Harmony to the Heart Sponsorship or individual tickets online atwww.tappahannockrotary.org/heart/

Salvation Army

Salvation Army Bell Ringing

A number of other Rotarians and I did 2 hour shifts "ringing the bell" for the Salvation Army at our Tappahannock Walmart yesterday. Once again, it proved to be a meaningful experience and one that helps me appreciate the goodness in so many people.....it was moving to see so many people in our rural, economically struggling county donate to help others.....it also reminded me of how exciting to children at this time of year....

Croaker Art Contest Winner

This "thank you" letter from Amanda Hudgins needs to be shared with everyone in the club and connected to the Big Croaker Tournament. It is obvious that our little Croaker Art Contest was very special to Amanda.