Newport Rotary Receives Grant for Sidewalk Benches Project

Newport Rotary was notified this week that their 2026-27 District Grant- to Install four (4) benches as part of Newport's Sidewalk Plan - was approved. The grant is funded by the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International and requires a 1:1 match for a project amount of $3,582.00. 

The benches, in coordination with the Town of Newport, will be strategically placed along the new sidewalks that the town and county have installed. The benches are made of reenforced recycled plastic and are extremely strong and durable. They will be mounted on permanent concrete pads and will have the Rotary logo and "Newport Rotary" prominently displayed.

The project is now underway and is expected to be completed by February 1, 2027. 

August 10, 2026 Program - Newport BBQ Fest

The August 10, 2026 Newport Rotary Program will be from the start up Newport BBQ Fest promoters to inform us of their plans for the 2027 event.  

Meals on Wheels to be featured in July 27, 2026 Program

Glenn Lamp

Newport Rotary's program on Monday, July 27, 2026 will be by Hope Mission's Glenn Lamp. 

Glenn serves as the Director of Meals on Wheels but more importantly he is the Community Ambassador for Hope Mission, where his passion for serving others is lived out daily through providing care, dignity, and nourishment to those in need. Whether through his art or his leadership, Glenn’s life is centered on faith, compassion, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in his community.

Glenn is a devoted follower of Jesus, husband to Heather Lamp, and a lifelong artist whose work reflects both creativity and purpose deeply rooted in His faith. Originally from San Diego, Glenn has spent most of his life in the Carolinas, where he has built deep roots in both ministry and the arts. In 2015, he moved to North Carolina’s Crystal Coast and founded Day Five Art Gallery, which he has faithfully led for over a decade. 

We welcome Glenn to Newport Rotary. Newport Rotary meets at 5:30 pm at the Newport Rotary Building, across from the Town Park, 245 Howard Blvd, Newport. Our meetings are open to the public and all are welcome.  

Newport Rotary & Habitat Announce Newport Elementary Wall Painting Scheduled

Last Week's Construction Camp Workers
at work... 

Newport Rotary & Crystal Coast Habitat for Humanity will be setting up the Youth Construction Camp at Newport Elementary tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM to paint the wall bordering Chatham Street, downtown.

There are 15 young adults helping out, and they should be able to knock this out in the two-hour window. If we don't finish, I'll pull in another group the following week to wrap things up. Habitat will be providing all the supplies and water, so no need to bring anything. Pres. Tammy Blizzard. 

Newport Rotary Leadership Transfer for 2026-27

Newport Rotary's annual Leadership Transfer Ceremony is set for June 22, 2026 at 5:30pm at Shortway's Brewing, Newport. The public is invited to attend. 

6 Newport Rotarians Attend District Awards & Changeover Event

Pres. Tammy holds up a Banner 
celebrating Newport Rotary's service 
during the latest Rotary year!

Newport Rotarians President Tammy Blizzard (front), Steve Blizzard, President-Elect Rick Moreau, Anita Moreau, PDG Bevin Wall and Pam Wall (pictured l-r) attended the District 7730 Southeast North Carolina Awards and Changeover event on Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Leland. Over 100 Rotarians were in attendance. Rotary clubs and Rotarians were recognized for their contributions to their clubs and communities. Also, leadership changeover occurred for the 2026-27 District Officers and committees. 

Newport Rotarians celebrated their service projects that were recognized. Pres. Tammy Blizzard has led an active year of local community service which saw Newport Rotary engage in more than a dozen projects benefitting others.       

Rotary Program June 8 2026: The Rotary Leadership Institute

The June 8, 2026 Program of the Newport Rotary Club will be on The Rotary Leadership Institute by District RLI Chair Rick Moreau.

The Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is a multi-district, grassroots leadership development program of member districts organized into regional divisions in various parts of the world. The RLI covering our area is Mid-Atlantic RLI or MARLI for short. RLI is a recommended program of Rotary International.

RLI seeks to provide quality education in Rotary knowledge and leadership skills to Rotarians interested in developing their Rotary participation and to those identified by Rotary Clubs as having a potential in club leadership. These educational opportunities will teach skills that will benefit the members in their lives and in their volunteer service. 

Many of our past and current members have attended and/ or graduated from RLI over the years.