St. Albans, Vermont] — November 1 — A simple coat can do more than ward off the winter chill—it can wrap someone in kindness. This season, the Rotary Club of St. Albans is kicking off its annual “Share the Warmth” Coat Drive, inviting neighbors, businesses, and friends to help bring comfort and warmth to local families in need.
 
For the month of November community members can drop off new or gently used coats, hats, gloves, and scarves at collection sites in various communities.. Every item collected will find its way to a local child, parent, or senior who could use a little extra warmth this winter.
St. Albans, Vermont — [October 16, 2025] — The Rotary Club of St. Albans proudly recognized longtime member and community leader Larry Bruce for his more than 50 years of dedicated service to the Rotary Club and the greater St. Albans community.
 
A Past President and Rotarian of the Year, Bruce has been a cornerstone of the organization and a shining example of Rotary’s core values: Service Above Self, fellowship, integrity, and dedication.
St. Albans, VT — [October 16, 2025] — The Rotary Club of St. Albans proudly demonstrated its ongoing commitment to community health and wellness at a recent award ceremony at the Hard’ack Greg Brown Lodge where it presented two significant donations totaling $128,000 to local organizations.
An $8,000 check was presented to Hope Grove Recovery to support the renovation of their newly acquired facilities - kitchen updates. 
Erin Creley, Board Member shared: "Hope Grove Recovery is the first recovery house for women in St Albans. Now, our friends and neighbors in recovery do not need to leave St Albans to get the care and community they need". The funds will help enhance the environment for individuals on their journey to recovery, furthering the organization’s mission of providing compassionate and comprehensive support for those affected by substance use disorder.

ST. ALBANS CITY — The St. Albans Rotary Club’s 6th annual Lucky Duck event went off without a hitch Saturday, Sept. 6 despite the light rain. Community spirit brightened the day, making it a success.

Led by the beloved mascot “Lucky,” the event kicked off with a lively parade through Taylor Park. The atmosphere was one of celebration as community members, Rotarians, families and friends gathered to cheer on the ducks and enjoy a day filled with fun, fundraising and fellowship.

ST. ALBANS CITY — Students at St. Albans City School took part in "I Love to Read" Week this past week to celebrate the joy of reading. 

On Monday, students "dropped everything and read," while on Tuesday they designed their own bookmarks. On Wednesday, students gathered together in small groups for "buddy reading." Book characters wandered the halls on Thursday as teachers and students were encouraged to dress up like their favorites. 

                                                                                    Media Contact: Leon Berthiaume 
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St. Albans, VT - February 13, 2025 – The Rotary Club of St. Albans proudly hosted its Second Annual Speech Contest on February 12th, with local high school students competing in the first round of the annual Rotary District Speech Contest. This year’s event featured six talented participants from the region: Aydin Naylor, Xavier Gillilan, Isaih Erno, and Reagan Baumeister from BFA Fairfax; McKenzie Smith from BFA St. Albans; and Jessie Allen from Enosburg High School.
The Rotary Club of St. Albans was pleased to welcome Lieutenant Jason Wetherby from the St. Albans Police Department. We expressed our gratitude to Lieutenant Wetherby and the entire department for their unwavering dedication to our community, both in their professional roles and beyond.
 
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January 10, 2025                                                          Sherry Scott at sherryscottvt@comcast.net
 
 
St. Albans, VT – The Rotary Club of St. Albans is excited to announce the 31st Annual Rotary Home & Recreation EXPO, set to take place on Saturday, March 15th from 9am-5pm and Sunday, March 16th from 9am-3pm. The highly anticipated event will be held at the Collins Perley Sports & Fitness Center in St. Albans, conveniently located just off Exit 19 on I-89.
Admission is FREE compliments of our presenting sponsor, Window World of the Green Mountains.

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ST. ALBANS — Carl Rosenquist and Bridget and Valdemar Garibay are St. Albans’ 2024 Citizens of the Year.

Honored Tuesday by the St. Albans Rotary Club, the three were selected for their extraordinary community service. Rotarians and community members alike filled the Greg Brown Lodge to congratulate the honorees and speak to their character.