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Ron Bathrick

on is passionate about giving back to the community. Like many Ron says the local Rotary is 54 strong and consists of a diverse
Rof us, Ron had a busy schedule as a young man with a family. group of men and women, young and not so young, from all walks
His job with the Department of Correction occupied the majority of life. “Our commitment is to the town of North Haven and the
of his day, and with a family to care for, Ron couldn’t find the time surrounding communities. We are always willing to get involved
to be involved with giving back to the town. This all changed with good causes and work with the community to find solutions.
when Ron retired in 2017. After retiring, Ron If the town needs a new building, we can’t do
joined the North Haven Rotary and today, three that, but if they need a new playground, that we
years later, Ron is serving as President. can do,” he says.

Ron’s father was a member and Past President The next big Rotary event is happening this
of the North Haven Rotary. Ron often joined September 22nd from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. It is
him at local Rotarian dinner meetings, enjoyed the 18th annual Day of Wine, Steins & Roses.
the social aspect, and saw the contributions This huge event will entertain over 700 attendees,
that Rotary was doing in town and surrounding and takes place on State Street and Broadway. It
communities first hand. has always been an enormous success, and will
include a food festival, wine makers, a beer
For those who are not familiar, Rotary describes garden, silent auctions, and live music under
itself as a global network of 1.2 million tents stretching from Forget Me Not Florist to
neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers Pop Centric.
who see a world where people unite and take
action to create lasting change-across the globe, Last year, the Rotary was able to provide grants
in our communities, and in ourselves. The North and scholarships to over 50 individuals, non-
Haven Rotary Club, chartered in October of 1941, is a member profits and local companies. If you’re reading this, you’re invited.
of Rotary International which was founded by a businessman Please come down State and Broadway on September 22nd. If you
named Paul Harris in Chicago in 1905, and is one of over 33,000 would like to learn more about the local Rotary, Ron suggests you
clubs worldwide. The North Haven Rotary meets every Tuesday join them for breakfast on Tuesday mornings. The public is always
morning at 7:05am at the Breakfast Connections Restaurant on welcome and the first breakfast is on Ron.
Washington Avenue.

e North Haven Rotary Presents
A DAY OF
W NESteins and

,

International Food Festival, Beer Garden
& Competitive Wine Tasting Event
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 nd

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

On the Grounds of
The Forget Me Not Flower Shop & All Star Auto

TO PURCHASE TICKETS:
Call Mary Jane Mulligan at (203) 288-4585
or purchase online at NHRotary.org

$35.00 in Advance $40.00 at the Door

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