October 2026
Welcome to autumn, with crisp air and blue skies, except when we get rained out of the Keswick Fall Festival. ⛈️
On Sunday, October 18 Rotarians will be busy helping the Rotary Special Athletes with their annual volleyball tournament. Come out and cheer on the teams at Asplundh Fieldhouse, 2775 Buck Road in Bryn Athyn. Volunteers are needed for scorekeepers, line judges, arts & crafts, and food services. Arrive by 8:45 am. Trophies will be awarded by 1:30 PM.
The Keswick Fall Festival will take place Sunday, October 18 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Rotarians will be there. Face painting activities will be underway for $5.
The annual Rotary Lottery Raffle tickets will also be available for purchase A $10 ticket gives you 62 opportunities to win between December 1 and January 31.
Attending our BINGO night on Friday, October 23 is a must. REGISTER NOW!!! Tickets are $35 for 10 games. Cash prizes between $75 and $150 will be awarded. A special game for $20 gives you an opportunity to win $500. Door prizes and raffle baskets abound. Bring your food and non-alcoholic beverages. Cash bar on premises: North Penn VFW, 2519 Jenkintown Road, Glenside, PA 19038. Doors open at 5:30 PM, games start at 6:30 PM.
With Halloween right around the corner, Rotarians will be helping at Givnish Funeral Homes' safety nights. This year we will be present on Friday, October 23 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at 1801 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001, and again on Sunday, October 25 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at 124 N Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038. Dress in your favorite costume and enjoy pumpkin decorating, animal balloons, demonstrations with the local K-9 unit and riding on a fire truck. These are fun evenings for children of all ages.
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Each year Rotary Club of Glenside-Abington sponsors the Rotary Special Athletes Volleyball Tournament.
This event brings together Special Athletes from our community and beyond. The athletes practice week after week to hone their skills.
As many as twenty teems vie to become winners in this competition.
When not on the court the athletes are busy with focus oriented projects.
Please join us, bring your excitement and enthusiasm as you cheer on these mighty competitors.
Connecting and Empowering Communities Together
Rotary International: A Global Network for Positive Change
Rotary International is a worldwide community of 1.2 million individuals—neighbors, friends, and leaders—united in their commitment to making a meaningful difference. Through collaboration and action, we strive to create lasting impacts on communities around the world and within ourselves.
Our Commitment
Achieving real solutions requires dedication and vision. For more than 110 years, Rotary has been driven by people of action who channel their passion, expertise, and energy into sustainable initiatives. From promoting literacy and peace to improving access to clean water and healthcare, we remain unwavering in our mission to create a better world.
What We Do
Rotary members share a collective responsibility to address some of the world’s most urgent challenges. With over 35,000 clubs worldwide, we work together to:
Promote peace
Combat disease
Ensure access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene
Support maternal and child health
Advance education
Strengthen local economies
Protect the environment
Our Mission
We are committed to serving others, upholding integrity, and fostering global understanding, goodwill, and peace. Through a network of business, professional, and community leaders, we work to build a more connected and compassionate world.
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion
Rotary stands firmly against racism and is dedicated to fostering respect, diversity, and ethical leadership. Our mission is to promote peace and inclusivity, ensuring that communities are welcoming and equitable for all.
We acknowledge that meaningful change requires open dialogue, continuous learning, and sustained effort. Rotary has always thrived on bringing people together, and we will continue to use this strength to support those advocating for justice. We pledge to listen, learn, and take action to build a more just and equitable world.
For more information, visit Rotary.org.
Caring For Friends
The Rotary Club of Glenside-Abington rolled up our sleeves and served with heart at Caring For Friends! Grateful to be part of such a meaningful effort to give back and support our neighbors in need. Service above self—always!
Happy Birthday Rotary!
Rotary is currently celebrating its 120th anniversary, marking the milestone on February 23, 2025, which commemorates the day Paul Harris founded the organization in 1905; this anniversary is a time to reflect on Rotary's legacy of global service and commitment to making a positive impact through initiatives like polio eradication, education, and peace building.
"Rotary Club Of Glenside-Abington has revolutionized how we engage with our community and members."