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Ofc. Colleen Bruketta
Elmhurst Police officer Colleen Bruketta gave vivid examples of personal scams and how to avoid them.


John Quigley
John Quigley, of the Chamber of Commerce, was introduced by Joe Weigel. He spoke about an initiative to have Elmhurst Clubs name their...


Kristin Short and Amy Van Polen
Kristin Short and Amy Van Polen talked on what the Bridge Communities has been doing to support homeless families. It is an amazing group!


Frank Troost
Rotary president Frank Troost gave us a quick review of his over 50 years in the Elmhurst Rotary.


Dave Oberg
Elmhurst History Museum Director, Dave Oberg gave us a rapid-fire history lesson on Elmhurst’s beginnings, milestones, and movers and...


Chief Dick Dufort
Elmhurst Fire Chief Dick Dufort was presented by Rotarian Ken Bartels. He gave a brief update on the department as well as his...


Brian and Nicky Steinberg
Brian and Nicky Steinberg are the editors of Elmhurst Living Magazine. Their effort is to connect residents, businesses and community...


Hayley Rightnowar
Hayley Rightnowar from the Elmhurst Library spoke about services that the library renders for patrons who are impaired in any way. The...


Marie Staube and Carolyn Gentry
Marie Staube and Carolyn Gentry, co-leaders of the YMCA’s efforts in Special Olympics, efforts began with swimming, and expanded to...


Bill Lyman
Rotarian Bill Lyman recounted his years of service in the U.S. Navy which included his ship responsibilities.


Glen Brittich
Glen Brittich, Athletic Director at Elmhurst University (EU) since December 2021, gave us an enthusiastic, heartfelt description of...


Chris Olson
Rotarian Chris Olson spoke on how the Rotary is helping the refugee situation in Chicago


Garry and Debra Vaccaro
Garry and Debra Vaccaro gave a great update on a fine program: Warm Coats for Cool Kids


Mike Murray
Mike Murray, the head football coach at Elmhurst University was quick to point out he sees himself as a teacher of life lessons as well...


Jenifer Fabian
Jenifer Fabian, CEO of People’s Resource Center (PRC) and Rotarian from the Hinsdale club, described PRC’s work in DuPage County


Jeff Hoffman
Jeff Hoffman, local author, at Elmhurst Rotary, Sept. 14.


Debbie Ross
Rotarian Debbie Ross gave an enthusiastic talk about her time getting the Rotary Rose Bowl float ready for the 2023 parade.


Jim Rogers
Jim Rogers, the Executive Director of the Elmhurst Park District, gave us an exciting update on what has been happening in the park...


Art Pitz
Art Pitz was able to let us in on the failures as well as the successes of George Washinton. The facts presented were very unexpected!


Charlie Laliberte
Charlie Laliberte reviewed his years of teaching and mentioned alumni who are now using their art skills.
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