Welcome to the Amityville Rotary Club
 
 
Are you a someone who wants to make positive changes in your community and the world? Our club members are dedicated people who share a passion for community service and friendship. Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group who share your drive to give back.
 
About Our Club
Welcome to our Club!
Amityville

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Thursdays at 8:00 AM
Brownstones Coffee
55 Merrick Road
Amityville, NY 11701
United States of America
Phone:
(516) 659-3489
All are welcome to join us at our weekly meetings. Whether you're a visiting Rotarian in the area or someone who is interested in learning what Rotary is all about, feel free to contact us and come on down. We can't wait to meet you!

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Speakers
Student of the Month
Mar 19, 2026 8:00 AM
HS Student of the Month Presentation
H2 Empower - Helen Boxwill
Mar 26, 2026 8:00 AM
Collaborative work with communities in Ethiopia and Burundi
America’s Vet Dogs - Donna DiSivo
Apr 02, 2026 8:00 AM
Assistance Dog program for veterans to help improve veteran’s lives.
Lori Novello with Babylon Community Cares
Apr 23, 2026 8:00 AM
Partnership with Amityville Schools
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Club News

🦆🌊 SAVE THE DATE! 🌊🦆

Mark your calendars for August 8, 2026 for the Annual Duck Race hosted by the Amityville Rotary Club at the beautiful Amityville Beach!

The ducks will be ready to race, and so are we! 🎉

Rotarian Ming Chiang is already feeling the excitement all the way from Amsterdam, where he was recently spotted surrounded by colorful ducks — talk about dedication to the cause! 🦆The countdown has officially begun!

Stay tuned for sponsorship opportunities, duck adoptions, and all the fun details to come. You won’t want to miss this community favorite event filled with laughter, prizes, and Rotary spirit.

Let’s make waves together on August 8th! 💙💛 #AmityvilleRotary #DuckRace2026 #SaveTheDate

Please join us in giving a warm Rotary welcome to our newest members, Gale Papile and Chris Papile! 🎉

Gale and Chris were officially inducted into the Amityville Rotary Club, pictured here with Club President Carolyn Dodd, Rotarian Sponsor Joe Morin, and Membership Chair Connie Rossman. We are thrilled to have them join our mission of Service Above Self and look forward to the impact we’ll make together in our community and beyond.

Rotary is about friendship, service, and making a difference — and there’s always room at the table for those who want to give back.

Interested in learning more? Join us for breakfast at Brownstone’s every Thursday at 8:00 a.m. Meet our members, hear about our projects, and see how you can be part of something meaningful.

Come for the coffee, stay for the service — and help us continue doing good in Amityville! 💙💛

#ServiceAboveSelf #AmityvilleRotary #JoinRotary #CommunityMatters

Please join us in welcoming our newest Amityville Rotarian, Stella Coughlin! 🌟
Stella was officially inducted and pinned at our recent meeting, January 8, 2026, pictured here with Club President Carolyn Dodd and Membership Chair Connie Rossman. We’re thrilled to have Stella join our Rotary family and look forward to the passion and service she will bring as we continue doing good in our community and beyond.

Interested in making a difference, building meaningful connections, and giving back both locally and globally? We’d love to welcome you! Join us at Brownstones in Amityville every Thursday morning at 8:00 a.m. to learn more about the Amityville Rotary Club. 💙

#AmityvilleRotary #RotaryInternational #ServiceAboveSelf #PeopleOfAction #CommunityService #RotaryFamily #GetInvolved #GivingBack #LocalImpact

Thursday mornings start bright and early with great company at our weekly Amityville Rotary breakfast meeting at Brownstone’s, 8:00 a.m. ☕🥐
These gatherings are about more than breakfast — they’re a chance to connect, share, and hear how our Rotary Foundation contributions are making a real difference locally and around the world.

Some special moments of recognition for Rotarians Richard Handler, Laura Orticelle and Michele Camilleri pictured with Foundation Chair Virginia Belling, as they were awarded Paul Harris Fellow + pins in appreciation of their continued generosity and commitment to doing good.

If you’re looking for meaningful connections, purposeful service, and a welcoming group to start your day — join us one Thursday morning and see what Rotary is all about! 💙

#AmityvilleRotary #RotaryInternational #PeopleOfAction #ServiceAboveSelf
#RotaryFoundation #PaulHarrisFellow #CommunityImpact #DoingGoodTogether
#ThursdayMornings #RotaryFellowship

🎂 Because every birthday deserves to be celebrated. 🎉

Today, the Amityville Rotary Club delivered birthday cake and party kits to the St. Martin of Tours Outreach Food Pantry, helping ensure that children and families facing food insecurity can still experience the joy of being celebrated on their special day.

These simple kits mean so much more than cake—they offer hope, dignity, and a reminder that someone in the community cares. This is Rotary’s commitment in action: bringing joy, compassion, and kindness to those who need it most.

Pictured with Sr. Marie Josee are Rotarians Virginia Belling, Donelle Cronin, and Laura Orticelle, proud to serve our neighbors with heart.

If you are fortunate enough to have a little extra, we invite you to help lift up those around you. Together, small acts of generosity can create moments that families will remember forever. 💛

#ServiceAboveSelf #RotaryCares #PeopleOfAction #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #CommunityKindness #SpreadJoy #AmityvilleRotary #GiveBack

🤝💙 Working together to support our students in need!

The Amityville Rotary Club is proud to partner with Amityville Teacher Local Action Project (LAP) delivering high-protein granola bars and helping to sort food packages for their weekend food program — making sure local children have nutritious options when school meals aren’t available.

Pictured are Rotarians Kathleen Thorn and Stella Coughlin alongside LAP representative Katey Thorn, all coming together with one shared mission: caring for our community’s kids.

When organizations unite, real change happens. 🌟

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, consider supporting programs like LAP — or join the Amityville Rotary Club and be part of making a difference every day!

💙 #ServiceAboveSelf #AmityvilleRotary #CommunityStrong #HelpingOurKids #FoodInsecurityAwareness #LocalImpact #RotaryCares

💙 Building Safety. Restoring Dignity. Strengthening Community. 💙

The Amityville Rotary Club is proud to present a $1,000 donation to Rebuilding Together Long Island, an incredible organization that goes far beyond building ramps. Their work includes critical home repairs that allow our neighbors — seniors, veterans, and families — to live safely and with dignity in the homes they love.

Pictured are members of the Amityville Rotary Club alongside Rebuilding Together Long Island President, Dennis Franco, united by a shared commitment to making a real difference, right here on Long Island.

💡 When a home is safe, lives change.
🤝 When a community comes together, hope grows.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, we encourage you to support Rebuilding Together Long Island — whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading the word. Together, we can help ensure everyone has a safe and healthy place to call home.

#AmityvilleRotary #RebuildingTogetherLI #RotaryCares #ServiceAboveSelf #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #CommunityStrong #SupportLocal 💙

Ming Chiang brought his aunt to the November 7th meeting. Dr. Juliet Hsio, a gynecologist, is visiting from Taiwan where she is an active Rotarian.
Shown here are Ming, Michele Camilleri and D. Hsio.
 
--RYLA VISITS--
High school students Finn Flynn and Rosina Wickhan visited our club to speak about RYLA.
Finn will be attending the upcoming RYLA session and Rosina is a recent graduate of the program.  
 
 
At our August 15th meeting Michele Camilleri presented Kristina Komsic of the Amityville Teachers
Association (ATA) with a donation to their current LAP (Local Action Project)
which is providing school supplies to local children. Contact Kristina at
516-818-6020 if you would like to donate supplies.
 
Photo by Virginia Belling: Thank you to Virginia and our other members who take and provide photos of Club events and happenings!
Club News

🦆🌊 SAVE THE DATE! 🌊🦆

Mark your calendars for August 8, 2026 for the Annual Duck Race hosted by the Amityville Rotary Club at the beautiful Amityville Beach!

The ducks will be ready to race, and so are we! 🎉

Rotarian Ming Chiang is already feeling the excitement all the way from Amsterdam, where he was recently spotted surrounded by colorful ducks — talk about dedication to the cause! 🦆The countdown has officially begun!

Stay tuned for sponsorship opportunities, duck adoptions, and all the fun details to come. You won’t want to miss this community favorite event filled with laughter, prizes, and Rotary spirit.

Let’s make waves together on August 8th! 💙💛 #AmityvilleRotary #DuckRace2026 #SaveTheDate

Please join us in giving a warm Rotary welcome to our newest members, Gale Papile and Chris Papile! 🎉

Gale and Chris were officially inducted into the Amityville Rotary Club, pictured here with Club President Carolyn Dodd, Rotarian Sponsor Joe Morin, and Membership Chair Connie Rossman. We are thrilled to have them join our mission of Service Above Self and look forward to the impact we’ll make together in our community and beyond.

Rotary is about friendship, service, and making a difference — and there’s always room at the table for those who want to give back.

Interested in learning more? Join us for breakfast at Brownstone’s every Thursday at 8:00 a.m. Meet our members, hear about our projects, and see how you can be part of something meaningful.

Come for the coffee, stay for the service — and help us continue doing good in Amityville! 💙💛

#ServiceAboveSelf #AmityvilleRotary #JoinRotary #CommunityMatters

Please join us in welcoming our newest Amityville Rotarian, Stella Coughlin! 🌟
Stella was officially inducted and pinned at our recent meeting, January 8, 2026, pictured here with Club President Carolyn Dodd and Membership Chair Connie Rossman. We’re thrilled to have Stella join our Rotary family and look forward to the passion and service she will bring as we continue doing good in our community and beyond.

Interested in making a difference, building meaningful connections, and giving back both locally and globally? We’d love to welcome you! Join us at Brownstones in Amityville every Thursday morning at 8:00 a.m. to learn more about the Amityville Rotary Club. 💙

#AmityvilleRotary #RotaryInternational #ServiceAboveSelf #PeopleOfAction #CommunityService #RotaryFamily #GetInvolved #GivingBack #LocalImpact

Thursday mornings start bright and early with great company at our weekly Amityville Rotary breakfast meeting at Brownstone’s, 8:00 a.m. ☕🥐
These gatherings are about more than breakfast — they’re a chance to connect, share, and hear how our Rotary Foundation contributions are making a real difference locally and around the world.

Some special moments of recognition for Rotarians Richard Handler, Laura Orticelle and Michele Camilleri pictured with Foundation Chair Virginia Belling, as they were awarded Paul Harris Fellow + pins in appreciation of their continued generosity and commitment to doing good.

If you’re looking for meaningful connections, purposeful service, and a welcoming group to start your day — join us one Thursday morning and see what Rotary is all about! 💙

#AmityvilleRotary #RotaryInternational #PeopleOfAction #ServiceAboveSelf
#RotaryFoundation #PaulHarrisFellow #CommunityImpact #DoingGoodTogether
#ThursdayMornings #RotaryFellowship

🎂 Because every birthday deserves to be celebrated. 🎉

Today, the Amityville Rotary Club delivered birthday cake and party kits to the St. Martin of Tours Outreach Food Pantry, helping ensure that children and families facing food insecurity can still experience the joy of being celebrated on their special day.

These simple kits mean so much more than cake—they offer hope, dignity, and a reminder that someone in the community cares. This is Rotary’s commitment in action: bringing joy, compassion, and kindness to those who need it most.

Pictured with Sr. Marie Josee are Rotarians Virginia Belling, Donelle Cronin, and Laura Orticelle, proud to serve our neighbors with heart.

If you are fortunate enough to have a little extra, we invite you to help lift up those around you. Together, small acts of generosity can create moments that families will remember forever. 💛

#ServiceAboveSelf #RotaryCares #PeopleOfAction #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #CommunityKindness #SpreadJoy #AmityvilleRotary #GiveBack

🤝💙 Working together to support our students in need!

The Amityville Rotary Club is proud to partner with Amityville Teacher Local Action Project (LAP) delivering high-protein granola bars and helping to sort food packages for their weekend food program — making sure local children have nutritious options when school meals aren’t available.

Pictured are Rotarians Kathleen Thorn and Stella Coughlin alongside LAP representative Katey Thorn, all coming together with one shared mission: caring for our community’s kids.

When organizations unite, real change happens. 🌟

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, consider supporting programs like LAP — or join the Amityville Rotary Club and be part of making a difference every day!

💙 #ServiceAboveSelf #AmityvilleRotary #CommunityStrong #HelpingOurKids #FoodInsecurityAwareness #LocalImpact #RotaryCares

💙 Building Safety. Restoring Dignity. Strengthening Community. 💙

The Amityville Rotary Club is proud to present a $1,000 donation to Rebuilding Together Long Island, an incredible organization that goes far beyond building ramps. Their work includes critical home repairs that allow our neighbors — seniors, veterans, and families — to live safely and with dignity in the homes they love.

Pictured are members of the Amityville Rotary Club alongside Rebuilding Together Long Island President, Dennis Franco, united by a shared commitment to making a real difference, right here on Long Island.

💡 When a home is safe, lives change.
🤝 When a community comes together, hope grows.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, we encourage you to support Rebuilding Together Long Island — whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading the word. Together, we can help ensure everyone has a safe and healthy place to call home.

#AmityvilleRotary #RebuildingTogetherLI #RotaryCares #ServiceAboveSelf #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #CommunityStrong #SupportLocal 💙

Ming Chiang brought his aunt to the November 7th meeting. Dr. Juliet Hsio, a gynecologist, is visiting from Taiwan where she is an active Rotarian.
Shown here are Ming, Michele Camilleri and D. Hsio.
 
--RYLA VISITS--
High school students Finn Flynn and Rosina Wickhan visited our club to speak about RYLA.
Finn will be attending the upcoming RYLA session and Rosina is a recent graduate of the program.  
 
 
At our August 15th meeting Michele Camilleri presented Kristina Komsic of the Amityville Teachers
Association (ATA) with a donation to their current LAP (Local Action Project)
which is providing school supplies to local children. Contact Kristina at
516-818-6020 if you would like to donate supplies.
 
Photo by Virginia Belling: Thank you to Virginia and our other members who take and provide photos of Club events and happenings!
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Egyptian Rotary member honored for advancing women’s leadership and community development

Egyptian Rotary member honored for advancing women’s leadership and community development

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