Events

Our own Randy Gordon will share some of the activities, events and fundraisers the Long Beach, CA does to make a difference in the world.  A Rotarian for more than 3 decades, he has served in numerous capacities in the club founded in 1917 and presided over the 5000th meeting of LBRC on October 6, 2022.

This is another great opportunity to watch for new ways to "make a difference in St. George" for SGR.

Join SGR and friends for a tour of the new St. George Musical Theater (known as the renovated Cinema 6 Theater), located at about 750 S. Main Street.  In addition to a tour of the newly remodeled theater-in-the-round, this 90-minute opportunity to see what goes on behind the scenes will include box lunches, a presentation by SGMT's Board Chairman Dimon McFerson ... and perhaps even a bit of entertainment.

You won't want to miss out on this chance to explore southern Utah's premier community theater.

PLEASE NOTE this program WILL BEGIN AT 11:45 a.m. and CONCLUDE AT OUR REGULAR END TIME at 1:15 p.m.

Martin Luther King, Jr. encouraged Americans to dedicate the anniversary of his birthday to a service project. In other words, make Monday, January 20 “a day on rather than a day off!”

So you are invited to join SGR for our “Bowlio Against Polio” to raise funds for the final push to eradicate polio finally and forever.

Here’s how it works:

·      A perfect game is 300 pins "bowled over."

·      Sooooo, those on your team are asked to solicit support from family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers at a rate of .25c per pin which will equate to a tax-deductible gift of about $25-$50 each.

What does your club get out of this event?

·      Bragging rights and a trophy for the team with the highest score.

·      AND/OR, bragging rights and a trophy for the team with the most money collected!

·      All donations raised by YOUR club will go to YOUR club to be forwarded to RI’s PolioPlus program before June 30, 2025.

Fiesta Fun has plenty of lanes and teams can be up to six players.  Will you join us?

Elev8 Clubhouse provides individuals with a supportive network including educational opportunities, vocational and life skills training, employment opportunities, and assistance with housing resources. The environment is designed to foster friendships and maintain a sense of belonging and well-being. Members take an active role in the governance and operation of the program. Our Clubhouse is built upon the belief every member can recover from the effects of mental illness to lead a personally satisfying life. We accomplish this by working side by side doing meaningful work and, in the process, forming strong relationships. Members are dedicated to one another's success - no matter how long it takes or how challenging it is. Our program is organized around a belief in the potential for productive contributions from everyone, in spite of the serious effects of mental illness. A program of SW Behavioral Health Center inspired by Clubhouse International.

It begins in the majestic Pine Valley mountains and descends nearly 2600 feet through scenic southwest Utah, to the beautiful Worthen Park. The St. George Marathon is a point-to-point race which is USA Track & Field Certified & Sanctioned.  On Saturday, October 4, this beautiful event will feature 1000 - 5000 runners.

On Monday, February 24, Michelle Graves, from the City of St. George will give SGR an update on what's what in this major event in 2025.

Bring your friends, neighbors and co-workers to get all the info.

Local Scout Troop 42 – one of several troops sponsored in part by St. George Rotary – invites you to a spaghetti dinner and silent auction to raise funds to support activities for young men and women scout troops in the St. George community.  Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 1 from 4 – 7 p.m. and join Troop 42 at the VFW Hall, 100 S. 300 East in St. George.  Suggested donation is $20 per person; $25-30 for couples or $50 for a family ($10 per person after 5 family members).  For more information, contact Scoutmaster Matt McIff at 435-772-5283 or email to mattmciff@gmail.com.

There is a great deal to be done under the banner of St. George Rotary Club and a huge need for members willing to step up ... and sign up!

On Monday, March 3, committee chairs will each take a few minutes to share their ideas and needs ... so you can serve on the committee of your choice.

And, there will be prizes!!!

Paintings. Sculptures. Textiles. Jewelry. Ceramics. Photography. Whatever artistic medium delights you most, you’ll find it at the St. George Art Festival on Easter weekend, April 18-19.

In anticipation, we are pleased to Peyton Lee who will tell us what we need to know about this year's St. George Arts Festival. 

Ms. Lee will also share her enthusiasm for this year's Concert in the Park series.  The Concert in the Park Series is a celebration of wonderful music, open parks, and family celebration. The Series runs April through September at Vernon Worthen Park. Park seating is available. Families are welcome to bring blankets, lawn chairs, and food. The concert series is FREE to the public. Don't miss the second Monday of each month through September. Park seating is available, bring blankets, lawn chairs, food, and the family. For more information call 435-627-4510.

The "Is It FUNNN?' committee is inviting you to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with them ... but our program will be a revisit to Guatemala for our new members.

Bring your "one" ... a neighbor, friend or co-worker.  It's going to be fun and informative!

The American dream lives on with the unanimous confirmation by the U. S. Senate of Marco Rubio as U. S. Secretary of State. 

What was it like to grow up across the street from Marco and the Rubio family in Las Vegas, walking to school together while talking about football, scouts and politics while learning from the same elementary school teachers.

What insights can Bryan share about the Secretary and his drive today for peace in the world.

This program is a "must" so bring your friends, neighbors, co-workers.

The Huntsman World Senior Games now has a beautiful NEW home at 1592 S. Dixie Drive, Suite #103, so join your friends in Rotary to become one of the first "locals" to tour their new location.  This is in the spirit of Rotary's founder Paul Harris who believed in the importance of knowing where our fellow Rotarians spend 8+ hours a day ... every day.  Join us for lunch, a few words from the CEO and a tour of the new facility. Bring a friend, neighbor or co-worker.

Ten volunteers are needed to judge the Legacy Elementary School Science Fair before our regular meeting on Monday, April 14.  If you have done this "service above self" before, you know how much fun it is to meet these young scholars and hear about their projects.  If you haven't been involved before, this project may just become your favorite of all SGR does in the community!

Sign up sheet will be circulated over the next couple of weeks so sign up and join us at 280 E. 100 South in St. George.

Every business depends on its customers to thrive. But, what if everything you believe about your customers is wrong? In this engaging presentation, Zac Stucki reveals a groundbreaking framework to challenge the conventional definition of 'customer' and transforms how successful businesses operate. Through unforgettable stories and real-world examples, Zac uncovers why most companies misidentify their true customers—a costly mistake which leaves millions in revenue on the table—and shares the proven solution which has helped businesses achieve breakthrough growth.

Bring a neighbor, friend, or co-worker for this eye opening presentation.

The 4-Way Test of the things we think, say or do in our business, home and community is the jumping off point for students at Tonaquint and Sunrise Ridge Intermediate Schools to share examples set by parents, grandparents, teachers, neighbors or friends.  This annual chance to meet the winners and hear their stories is a great opportunity to invite neighbors, friends, family and co-workers to experience St. George Rotary.

Mark your calendar and watch for more information on our fun and festive Cinco de Mayo party at Tonaquint Park.  This family event will linclude food, games, socializing and a train ride with Rotary friends.  Come one, come all!

While you're waiting, why not consider those you know - friends, family, neighbors, co-workers - and invite these prospective members to join us, too!

St. George Fire Chief Robert Stoker began a 40 year career as a firefighter in July 1985.  He advanced through the ranks to Chief in 1998 where he has now served for 27 of his 40 years.

His department has seen huge growth over the years including the current construction of a new station house on the corner of 100 South and Flood Street.

Here's another good opportunity to invite a neighbor, friend, family member or co-worker to hear his presentation on May 12 at the Best Western Abbey Inn.

As we head into another St. George summertime, our community is in a precarious position water-wise due to drought, low snow pack and according to the Salt Lake Tribune, “In southwestern Utah, the snowpack is less than 40% of normal and the headwaters of the Santa Clara River have almost no snow,” said Jordan Clayton, supervisor of the Utah Snow Survey.

"The snow-water equivalent in the Santa Clara River area is 17% of where it should be this time of year, and the upper Virgin River area is not much better at 38% of normal, according to the National Water and Climate Center. In the neighboring Coal-Parowan and Sevier Headwaters areas to the north, the snow-water equivalent is roughly 56% of average.

"Besides the lack of rain and snow, drought conditions in the southwest corner of the state have been worsened by several factors. One is the storm track, which has largely bypassed southwest Utah and steered rain and snow to northern Utah.

"Another is the monsoonal moisture which brings rain to southwest Utah in July and August was only enough last summer to whet water watchers’ appetites and left them thirsting for more."

This program on Monday, May 19 will help you understand what all this means and serious our water concerns really are here in SW Utah.

Bring a neighbor, friend, family member or co-worker for what's really happening!

Washington County School District Superintendent Richard Holmes who has just ended the 2nd year of his new position.  After several years as Assistant Superintendent for secondary education he began his transition on May 1, 2023 replacing Larry Bergeson who had held the position since 2013.

He promises an update on the SY2024-25 school year as well as a report on the future of the district when he meets with SGR on Monday, June 2.

Bring your friends and family members for this information meeting.

Active transportation in the City of St. George is an integral piece of the transportation puzzle, providing ways for people to reach their destinations regardless of mode. Lloyd Sutton has been the Active Transportation Coordinator for the City of St. George since 2022 and has overseen many great improvements and initiatives, including the installation of trail counters and writing a grant to secure funding for two future underpasses, at 400 East and 900 South.  He will come prepared to share all the latest and greatest information in trails and overpasses around town.

And, be aware we've been booted out of the Abbey Inn again this week.  As such, we will be meeting upstairs at Chubby's Cafe at 188 N. St. George Blvd. so you might want to come a little early to order your lunch.

Dan Strobell has been leading a company of Rotarians and other humanitarian volunteers on a lifechanging journey to Maya villages in Guatemala for 18 years.  What began with members of his own family has now expanded to include most of the members of St. George Rotary, some from Cedar City Rotary; others in District 5420 ... and this year, even included donors from Ohio!  The Guatemala stoves project - named Utah Rotary District's "International Project of the Year" in 2024 - is a humanitarian project building simple vented cinderblock stoves for villagers who have before been cooking over open fires inside their homes.  Now numbering 3400+ stoves in many Maya homes, this year Rotarians took along Happy Factory toys, hundreds of hand knit or crocheted caps, a large supply of vitamins, dry beans and other services.

This project has changed many lives.  Please invite friends, family, neighbors and co-workers to experience the "Magic of Rotary" in action to join us at the Pasta Factory meeting room.

Welcome back this year's four amazing and adventurous young men and women - and two alums - who represented their community, their school and St. George Rotary Club at Utah Rotary's Youth Leadership Awards/Academy at Wasatch Academy on June 9-12.  Rotary's future generation - and SGR's Youth Chair Ryan Davis - will share some of their experiences and what they learned as RYLArians.

Bring interested friends, family members, neighbors or co-workers.

Come one, come all.

NO MEETING TODAY but tonight we'll be gathering at the Utah Tech Alumni House (684 E. 500 South) for our annual "passing the baton" event as we celebrate the successes of RY2024-25 under President Dave Prisbrey's leadership and look forward to more successes with President-elect LaRene Cox at the helm. 

We will also be inducting our RY2025-26 club officers, "awarding" some of our members, and "recognizing" others.  It's going to be lots of FUNNN and you won't want to miss it.

SGR will provide the main course, but if your surname begins with A-I, please plan to bring a salad or a side dish (beans, chips, etc.).  If your last name begins with J-S, please bring your favorite dessert to share and if your last name begins with T-Z, you are asked to bring drinks.

Come one, come all.  There will be food, friends and FUNNN ... guaranteed!

Questions?  Ask a member of the "Is It FUNNN?" Committee.