Isabelle Martinez Hayer,  Rotary District 5050 Governor (2025 - 2026) speaks to the club and new member, Todd Luther, is inducted.

L to R: Paria (Bellingham RYE) Sofia, (Verona, Italy RYE) John Purdie, (Club President) Debbie Kiene (Club YEO)

 

Bellingham Bay Rotary club welcomed our Rotary Youth Exchange Short Term Exchange Program (RYE STEP) student, Paria, home from Italy and her Exchange sister from Italy, Sofia, to Bellingham during our club luncheon today.  Paria shared highlights of her time in Italy as well as answered questions from members - as did Sofia. Very impressive young women!

In this picture, club president John P. presents Sofia with our club flag.

 

Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 9AM to noon (lunch provided)
Simpson Land Reserve which is located at: 2076 Lake Louise Rd. in Bellingham, WA

 

Rotary District 5050 and its 59 clubs will join together to be part of a global movement of action. This day of service will unite more than 2500 Rotary clubs, community members and partners across the globe in a single
day dedicated to making the world a better place.  Whatcom County Rotary Clubs will be working collaboratively on this project with community volunteers, parks department employees, as well as staff from the Whatcom Land Trust. The project involves rebuilding a footbridge and constructing two additional footbridges as well as the eradication of invasive species of plants. There will be opportunities for service no matter what your skill set or abilities are. All tools and equipment will be provided by the Whatcom Land Trust