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Club members Tammy Bonifield, Bill Friske, David Stechholz, and Claude Kendrick joined the Churchill High School Interact Club  at their meeting yesterday, where graduating seniors were recognized for their service as high school Rotarians. Each senior received a certificate commemorating their Interact service, along with a Rotary graduation stole they will proudly wear during their commencement ceremony. The Churchill Interact Club continues to impress with its high energy,

Livonia AM Rotary had a standout presence at this weekend’s District Assembly at the Plymouth Cultural Center. With eleven members in attendance, our club may very well have topped the participation numbers of every other club in the district — a powerful statement about our commitment to leadership and learning. The half‑day program opened with a terrific breakfast and inspiring remarks from district leadership, setting the tone for a morning of growth and collaboration. Att

The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance  and Invocation  by Mike Ladwig . We were glad to see that Sharon Pommerville  was back in person and able to resume her Happy Bucks  duties. Sharon brought her daughter, Nicole, and Granddaughter, Reighlyn . Two other guests were present: Ron Gaffney, from the noon Rotary Club, and Stephanie Richards of the Wayne County Sheriff's Department , a previous presenter who has visited a few times, and is interested in membership. Mem

Our April 8th meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance  followed by an Invocation  led by Greg Greene . The new 2026-27 Membership Directory  produced by Pat Zucal  were passed out with much excitement by the members.  Thank you, Pat for your work on this project. Tammy Bonifield  collected Happy Bucks . It was mentioned that volunteers who sign up for events in Livonia need to fill out background forms. The forms are good for one year. President Nancy will send out t

Club members Nancy Darga and Tom Martin assisted the Livonia Noon Rotary Club with their annual Easter Egg Hunt at Rotary Park . Inclement weather did not keep the children and the families and the volunteers away. By all accounts, the day was a tremendous success!

It’s “Environmental Month,” fellow Rotarians, as we support the environment and ecological, sustainable initiatives. After the Pledge of Allegiance , led by President Nancy Darga , an invocation  was given by Bob Carris , commending hospitalized but recovering “founding member” Sharon Pommerville to God’s care. Fourteen members of our Livonia A.M. Rotary Club, plus six guests and two Zoomers, made for a happy gathering of 22 of us. Subbing for Sharon, Tammy Bonifield  collect

Joining a community organization can be a life-changing decision. When I first joined the Rotary Club of Livonia AM, I was looking for a way to give back and connect with others who shared my passion for making a difference. What I found was so much more—a network of support, opportunities for growth, and a chance to impact lives both locally and globally. If you’re curious about how Rotary can enrich your life, let me share some insights about the rotary membership benefits

Candy packing for 800+ kids. Club member Dave Stechholz joined the Livonia Rotary (noon) Club packing candy at the home of Layal Boussi in Livonia on Saturday morning, for the Rotary (noon) Club's sponsored Community Easter Egg Hunt  (April 4) at Rotary Park .  The crew did not have enough donated candy for all of the children expected to participate, so Dick McDowell and Dave went to Costco for 16 more bags!

Club members Tammy Bonifield, Sharon Pommerville, Nancy Darga, and Bill Friske attended the Riverview Rotary Club 's Charter Night Celebration . The event marked the official establishment of this new club in our district, featuring a dinner, ceremony, and celebration of service. See photos on the Riverview club's Facebook page .

The meeting was opened by President Nancy Darga. The   Invocation  was directed by Pastor Dave  and involved singing God Bless America and Take Me Out to the Ballgame (first day of spring and opening day for the Tigers). Sharon Pommerville  led Happy Bucks  and good wishes were sent member Marlene Katafias’  way, as she undergoes back surgery and recovery. Happy Birthday  was sung to Pat Zucal and Susan Paluchniak . Welcome to Livonia Noon Rotary  member Drew Buatti  for his

Club members Erin Dobbins, Tammy Bonifield, Bill Friske, Bob Carris, and Dave Stechholz  represented the Livonia A.M. Rotary Club with distinction at the annual President Elects Learning Seminar (PELS) in Kalamazoo  this past weekend. President‑Elect Erin  attended to prepare for her upcoming year of leadership and to ensure she is equipped to serve as the best Club President she can be. Tammy Bonifield  participated in multiple capacities— District Treasurer, 4‑Way Test socc

Our meeting opened with President Nancy Darga  leading us all in the Pledge of Allegiance . The Invocation  was then given by Victoria Haltom , with a recitation listing all the happenings in March, such as the end of Daylight Saving time for the year, the Ides of March, and the first day of Spring. Then Sharon Pommerville happily collected Happy Bucks . Greg Greene  was happy he had 3 new volunteers and that one of them, Justin Gooch , was joining us on Zoom. President Nancy

The meeting was opened by Nancy Darga , who led us in the Pledge of Allegiance . Mike Ladwig gave the prayer . Thirteen members were present, which included PDG Russ Jones and his wife, Barb , along with Drew Buatti from the Livonia (Noon) club. Nancy led us in Happy Birthday sung to Tom Martin , followed by Nancy singing Stolla in Polish. Happy Bucks , led by Sharon Pommerville , included Tammy Bonnifield saying she’s going to live to 100 because she’s eating sardines, an

The Rotary Club of Livonia AM is more than just a group of people meeting regularly. It’s a vibrant community of individuals dedicated to making a real difference. Whether through volunteer work or financial support, this club aims to create positive change in Livonia and beyond. Let’s dive into what drives this organization and how it impacts lives every day. What Is the Livonia Rotary Mission? At its core, the Livonia AM Rotary Club mission is about service above self. The

13 members of our Livonia A.M. Rotary Club, plus two guests, Trey Greene and Michelle White, a guest of Erin Dobbins , plus two zoomers, Claude Kendrick and Greg Greene , joined together on our Club Assembly day at the Livonia Senior Wellness Center. After the Pledge of Allegiance , led by President Nancy Darga , and an Invocation given by Greg Greene , based on Stevie Wonder’s 1976 song “Love’s In Need of Love Today,” Sharon Pommerville dutifully collected lots of happy bu

Dave Burton, Drew Buatti and I  toured the Garfield Skills Center  today with host Principal Lauren Feigel . The purpose of our visit was to explore options for  DGE Kim Spirou’s   Pollinators Garden Challenge , the location of the peace pole, and district grants. We visited several classrooms, the new greenhouse, and two of several courtyards/garden sites. Lauren will create a wish list asap including needs for the greenhouse and food pantry. PE Erin Dobbins

Reprinted from WDET.org Trey Greene, a member of the Rotary Club of Detroit , shares stories about his father and grandfather for Detroit Evening Report’s Black History Month Listening Project. Listen to Audio HERE Read More

President Nancy Darga brought the meeting to order with the members reciting the Pledge of Allegiance . The Invocation was given by Reverend David Stechholz and focused on peace and love. After Sharon Pommerville’s welcome hugs to all and her Happy Bucks , Nancy brought up the Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) , and we discussed ways to get our Interact students more involved in leadership programs and various ways to promote it, including engaging school counselors, c

Joining Rotary is more than just becoming part of a club. It’s stepping into a world where your time, skills, and passion can make a real difference. If you’re someone who cares deeply about your community and wants to contribute to positive change, Rotary offers a unique platform to do just that. I’ve seen firsthand how being a Rotary member can transform not only the community but also your own life. Let me share with you some of the top reasons to join Rotary and why it mi

The meeting was presided over by President Nancy Darga , beginning with the Pledge of Allegiance  and Victoria Haltom's exposee on the 2026 Chinese New Year, the Fire Horse . After Sharon Pommerville's   Happy Bucks , Nancy reviewed Rotary’s future Action Plan “to develop leadership”. Nancy made some closing remarks on the conclusion of the Buddhist’s Walk for Peace, as they completed 2,300 miles from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington D. C. What was impressive were the crowds t