The Rotary of Macomb meets Tuesdays at noon at the First Presbyterian Church.
December 16, 2025 President Seth Minter officially commenced the 23rd meeting with the ringing of the Rotary Bell at the First Presbyterian Church in Macomb. The invocation was delivered by Todd Rodeffer and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ryan Van Dolah.
Attendance was reported by Steve Knowles: 25 members attended in person and 1 on Zoom, which represented 49% of the club’s membership. Eight guests were also present which included: Anne Lepter and Patrick Downing from WIU our speakers, Noel Lindem and Kim McDaniel WIU graduate students, John Vigezzi a visiting Rotarian from the Centennial Morning Rotary Club and Assistant District Governor, Jimmy Koller from Brown’s Shoe Fit, December’s Junior Rotarians: Drew Watson and Addison Clow, and Rotary Exchange Student Thea Granheim from Norway— bringing total attendance to 35.
President Seth proceeded to acknowledge all members who participated in the “Ugly Christmas Sweater” challenge. Several attendees wore festive sweaters, and both Seth and Todd Lester served as judges to select the standout entry. Emily Gillett was chosen for her elaborate elf costume and received an award consisting of an antique Rotary coffee mug and a commemorative 100th Anniversary Rotary Club of Macomb golf ball. She expressed great appreciation for the recognition.
Eight Rotarians contributed “Happy Money” in recognition of recent significant events. The 50/50 drawing had $54 to be won if the 6 of Hearts could be drawn. Steve Knowles had the winning ticket but drew the 2 of Hearts and did not win the cash but did receive a consolation gift of a beautiful Goldfarb Center for the Performing Christmas ornament.
