The District 6600 Nominating Committee has selected Tiang Ang “Angelica” Rinehart of the Rotary Club of Fremont to serve as District Governor for Rotary Year 2028–2029.

Angelica brings a lifetime of Rotary experience to this role, having begun her Rotary journey as an Interactor in Malaysia and continuing through decades of service as a Rotaractor, club leader, Assistant Governor, and District Rotary Leadership Institute Co-Coordinator. Within the Fremont Rotary Club, she has served as Past President, as well as long-serving Secretary and Treasurer, demonstrating deep commitment and steady leadership.

With more than two-thirds of her life dedicated to Rotary, Angelica exemplifies Rotary’s values of service, mentorship, and international understanding. Her selection is also a meaningful milestone for the district, marking 50 years since a Fremont Rotarian last served as District Governor.

Please join us in congratulating Angelica on this well-deserved honor as we look forward to her leadership and service to District 6600.

This is a huge moment for Rotary District 6600 — and one you can be proud to be part of.

District 6600 has been named the Champion Partner for Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio’s 2026 Harvest for Hunger Campaign. That’s not just recognition — it’s a call to lead.

With 13 Rotary clubs located in Second Harvest’s four-county service area, District 6600 brings strong local leadership to the Harvest for Hunger campaign — with exciting potential to expand collaboration through adjacent food banks as the campaign takes shape.

What This Means for Our Clubs

From February through May 2026, Harvest for Hunger will put Rotary front and center in one of the region’s most impactful community campaigns. Clubs will have opportunities to:

• Take part in the Harvest for Hunger Kick-Off Celebration

• Join celebrity volunteer events

• Set and celebrate bold fundraising goals

• Engage members’ businesses and community partners

• Amplify the message through Rotary social media and storytelling

No two clubs need to participate the same way — but every club can participate.

Why This Matters

Winter and spring are among the toughest seasons for families facing food insecurity. Through Harvest for Hunger, every dollar donated can provide multiple meals right here in our communities.

This is Rotary in action:

• Local impact

• District-wide collaboration

• Visible leadership

• Measurable results

Let’s Rise to the Moment

Being named Champion Partner is both an honor and an opportunity. Over the coming months, clubs will receive tools, ideas, and support from Second Harvest and District 6600 to help make participation easy, meaningful, and fun.

Let’s show our communities what happens when District 6600 leads with heart, purpose, and action.

More details coming soon — for now, start the conversation in your club. This is one effort we can all rally behind.

District Monthly Calendar

D6600 Public Image Power Hour

January 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM [zoom link]

District Leadership Team Meeting

January 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM [zoom link]

DG Pam & Club Presidents Monthly Meeting

January 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM [zoom link]

DGE Katherine & Club Presidents-Elect Monthly Meeting

January 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM [zoom link]

All-Ohio Pre-PETS Zoom Session - The Rotary Foundation

January 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM [zoom link

Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) - RLI Parts I, II, & III, In-person, by Rotary District 6670

January 24, 2026 at 7:45 AM

Laurel Oaks Career Center, 300 Oak Drive, Wilmington, Ohio

District Advisory Committee Meeting (DAC)

January 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) - RLI Parts I, II, & III, In-person, by Rotary District 6780

January 31, 2026 at 8:30 AM

Pellissippi State Community College (Hardin Valley Campus)

10915 Hardin Valley Rd, Knoxville, TN

Save the Date 

Mark your calendars now for these District Events.  More details to come closer to registration dates.

Rotary One Summit & District Advisory Council 

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM in Fremont

District 6600 Peace Conference

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM at LCCC in Elyria

District 6600 Legacy Dinner

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Emerald Event Center in Avon

District P.E.T.S.

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM in Columbus

(President Elects - Save the Date!)

All Ohio P.E.T.S.

Friday, March 13, 6 PM to Saturday March14, 9:00 PM in Columbus

(President Elects - Save the Date!)

District Conference: Roar - Unite for Good!

Friday, April 24-Saturday April 25th at Sawmill Creek Resort  

(More info coming soon)

2026 EPIC Day of Service

Saturday, May 16, 2026 (more info coming soon)

This is a friendly reminder that clubs are beginning to plan for the Rotary 4-Way Test Speech Contest, typically held at the club level in early spring, with district level competition in April. The contest invites students to apply Rotary’s 4-Way Test to topics they care about, strengthening ethical thinking, dialogue, and public speaking skills.

Several clubs across District 6600 have already committed to hosting this year, including Bellevue, Lorain, St. Marys, Perrysburg, Van Wert, Marion, Wauseon, New Bremen New Knoxville, Fremont, Lima, Oberlin, and Waterville Anthony Wayne Area. More clubs are expected to join, and it is not too late to participate.

Hosting a 4-Way Test Speech Contest is a meaningful way to engage youth and promote Rotary values. Clubs interested in hosting should contact the District 4-Way Test Speech Contest Chair. Additional details and guidelines are available on the Programs page of the district website.  

Email Liz Schultz to get involved!

The Lima Rotary Club’s Holiday Home Tour is a novel and festive way to usher in the holiday spirit while supporting the community. Held each December, the tour features a curated mix of historic and contemporary homes, beautifully decorated for the season and enhanced with floral designs and sweet treats from local businesses. Proceeds benefit the Lima Rotary Foundation, supporting local organizations and beloved community projects, turning holiday inspiration into meaningful impact.

Each December, the Vermilion Rotary Club brings a bit of old-fashioned holiday charm to Main Street Vermilion’s Tree Lighting Event, "Light Up Vermilion", with its annual chestnut roasting. Now in its fourth year, the tradition begins hours before the festivities, as Rotarians gather to score and prepare 20 pounds of chestnuts before roasting them on site and sharing the warm, fragrant treats with the community. Chestnuts are offered free of charge, but donations are welcomed in support of Operation Christmas Joy, a local charity that provides wrapped toys to children in Vermilion. The event is a favorite for Rotarians and residents alike, offering a chance to share a timeless holiday tradition, spark conversations, and gently remind first-timers to peel the shell before taking a bite.

Vermilion Rotarians rolled up their sleeves in late November to support Thanksgiving Heroes, a growing nonprofit now reaching families in Vermilion and across Northeast Ohio. Volunteering alongside community members at the TES Engineering warehouse in Westlake, Rotarians helped pack Thanksgiving boxes filled with all the holiday essentials, including turkeys, to provide families in need with a warm and comforting meal. It was a hands on day of service, teamwork, and gratitude, and a reminder that sometimes the best way to celebrate the season is simply by helping others. Rotarians also recorded their service through the Operation Full Plate Reporting Link, and other clubs are encouraged to submit their food related service projects as well.

The Lorain Rotary Club received well-deserved recognition in its local newspaper for the many ways members are spreading holiday cheer throughout the community. From supporting Lorain Winterfest, Salvation Army Angel Tags and Red Kettle bell ringing, and Toys for Tots, to assisting programs like Clothe-A-Child and supporting veterans at the Samuel L. Felton Jr. Valor Home, Lorain Rotarians continue to show what Service Above Self looks like in action. Congratulations to the Lorain Rotary Club for making such a meaningful impact this holiday season — and for shining a positive light on Rotary in Lorain County.  Check out the Morning Journal article here.

Norwalk Rotarians helped make the season brighter by providing pizza for the Special Needs Christmas celebration at Norwalk High School. The festive event included a heartwarming performance by the NHS choir, a visit from Santa, and thoughtful handmade ornaments and cards created by students. Rotarians were grateful to celebrate alongside dedicated teachers, staff, and students during a joyful afternoon that truly captured the spirit of the holidays.

North Coast Rotarians spread holiday cheer through three thoughtful community initiatives focused on meeting local needs. Members assembled holiday themed food baskets for Community Resource Services, helping families prepare comforting meals during the season. Toys were also collected and donated to Toys for Tots, bringing joy to children throughout the community. In addition, Rotarians prepared senior baskets for Neighborhood Alliance, supporting its Meals on Wheels program that delivers meals to older adults. Through these efforts, North Coast Rotary turned generosity into meaningful holiday support for families, children, and seniors alike.