Western Springs Rotary Re-Elects President

WESTERN SPRINGS, IL – The Rotary Club of Western Springs has re-elected G. Grant Dixon III to serve as its President for 2024-2025 year. Also re-elected were Barbara Kartzmark as Secretary and Robby Bartholomai as Treasurer. Rotary is the oldest and largest service organization in the world. They have funded water wells around the globe, funded scholarships, and helped in the fight against polio. The Western Springs Rotary Club has been serving the local community since 1956.

“This is an exciting time in Western Springs and the life of our club,” Grant said. The Rotary Club of Western Springs is the lead sponsor of the new pickleball facility being built in Spring Rock Park. “Our club wanted to do something that would be impactful for the community. We knew that partnering with Spring Rock Park gave us a unique opportunity to do that,” Grant said.

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the US and Western Springs has a vibrant community of players. The Western Springs Rotary Pickleball Center will be located on the west side of Spring Rock Park. There will be eight courts, a clock, benches, and areas for gathering. The courts have already obtained approval from the Village and are slated to open in June. Grant continued, “we are also selling custom bricks for community members to purchase. The bricks will be laid at the entrance of the pickleball center for all to see.” Proceeds from bricks will help fund the courts.

In addition to the Western Springs Rotary Pickleball Center, the Rotary club provides scholarships to local high school seniors from both LTHS and other surrounding high schools. These scholarships help fund college, trade school and other educational opportunities for students after high school. Western Springs Rotary also hosts a Steak Fry honoring veterans and first responders in September. Each year dozens of veterans and first responders are honored with a free lunch and expression of gratitude for their service. Typically, more than 100 people gather and enjoy a great lunch and the fellowship it provides. Grant said, “I am honored to continue to in leadership of our club and help lead our local community in service.”

If you are interested in learning more about the Western Springs Rotary Pickleball Center you can learn more at https://www.wsfriendsoftheparks.com/spring-rock-pickleball-courts. If you would like to learn more about Western Springs Rotary or become more involved in their projects, visit their website, https://westernspringsrotary.org/