Dormont-Mt Lebanon-Castle Shannon Rotary Club

Dormont-Mt Lebanon-Castle Shannon Rotary Club Rotary Club of Dormont-Mt Lebanon-Castle Shannon The Four Way Test:

Is it the Truth? Is it Fair to all concerned? Will it Build Goodwill & Better Friendships?

Will it be Beneficial to all concerned? Our mission is to help individuals and organizations in our communities that are in need of assistance. We donate to the local food banks, children and adults with serious illness, and families who have lost their homes in fire; and we have given coats to keep local children warm and scholarships to students entering college. We provide dictionaries to 3rd g

raders and sponsor a spelling bee with prizes leading up to a scholarship for the district winner. We support the local fire and police departments, as well as our libraries and various projects such as mailings to soldiers by elementary students, students of the month at both KO and Mt. Lebanon.

🇩🇰❤️ ONE LAST WEEKEND WITH MADS! ❤️🇩🇰After an unforgettable year, it is almost time to say “Farvel” (goodbye) to Mads, o...
06/05/2026

🇩🇰❤️ ONE LAST WEEKEND WITH MADS! ❤️🇩🇰

After an unforgettable year, it is almost time to say “Farvel” (goodbye) to Mads, our amazing exchange student from Denmark.

Before he heads home, and before our family leaves for Europe for the entire summer, we’d love to gather with friends, neighbors, church family, Rotary friends, former host families, and anyone who has been part of this incredible journey.

🎉 OPEN HOUSE GOING AWAY PARTY FOR MADS 🎉

📅 Tomorrow! Saturday, June 6, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
📍 415 Jefferson Drive
Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228

🌭 Hot dogs, cheeseburgers, and drinks will be provided!

🥗 Pot luck style! Please bring a favorite dish, dessert, side dish, or even just a bag of chips to share.

Stop by for five minutes or stay for the afternoon. We’d love the chance to visit, reconnect, laugh, tell stories, and celebrate a year that has meant so much to our family.

Hosting Mads has been one of the great joys of our year. He joins an incredible group of young people we have been blessed to host & Co-Host from:

🇫🇷 France
🇭🇺 Hungary
🇯🇵 Japan
🇩🇰 Denmark
🇧🇷 Brazil
🇪🇸 Spain
🇮🇹 Italy

Many Students! Many countries! Countless memories. Lifelong friendships.

As former First Lady and international exchange advocate Eleanor Roosevelt once said:

“Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give.”

That perfectly describes the exchange student experience.

Many people are surprised to learn that hosting an exchange student through the Mt. Lebanon Rotary Club International Youth Exchange Program is entirely volunteer based. Host families receive tremendous support, and students and their families cover their own expenses. What you provide is something far more valuable: a welcoming home, a caring community, and a life changing experience.

If you’ve ever wondered what hosting an exchange student is really like, come by! We’d be happy to answer questions, share stories, and help you explore whether your family might become a future host family.

The world feels a lot smaller when someone from the other side of it becomes family.

We hope you’ll join us tomorrow as we celebrate Mads, friendship across cultures, and the amazing connections that make our community so special.

Wonderful Speaker this week promoting Chemoriders.org. Jeff has cycled across the United States of America promoting thi...
06/03/2026

Wonderful Speaker this week promoting Chemoriders.org. Jeff has cycled across the United States of America promoting this amazing program that truly helps the most valuable of our society. Thank you Jeff for coming and moving all of us to action in a meaningful way!
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🎉✨ Celebrating the Next Generation of Leaders, Scholars and Peacemakers ✨🎉As a Rotary community, we gather today with im...
05/21/2026

🎉✨ Celebrating the Next Generation of Leaders, Scholars and Peacemakers
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As a Rotary community, we gather today with immense pride and hope as we honor six extraordinary young people who represent the very best of this generation. Their dedication, compassion and commitment to excellence remind us why we believe so deeply in the power of education, service and leadership.
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This year we are proud to present three Rotary Scholarships to graduating seniors whose academic achievements, athletic commitment, community service and character have set them apart. These remarkable students have balanced honor roll status with demanding sports seasons, volunteered countless hours to improve the lives of others and demonstrated the kind of integrity that strengthens an entire community. In a world that needs courageous young leaders, they have stepped forward with both determination and heart.
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Alongside them, we celebrate our three Students of the Month whose accomplishments shine just as brightly. These young leaders have distinguished themselves through academic excellence, creative problem solving, compassionate leadership and active participation in school and community life. Among them are athletes who have given their all on the playing field, artists and scholars who excel in the classroom and volunteers who embody the spirit of service above self. We also honor those who have achieved the incredible milestone of becoming Eagle Scouts, a distinction defined by perseverance, leadership and service to community.
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Each of these six outstanding students has demonstrated a deep commitment to bettering themselves and the world around them. Their high school careers tell stories of grit and generosity. They have tutored younger students, mentored peers, supported local charities, participated in service projects, engaged in global issues, led teams to victory and upheld the highest standards of academic achievement. They show us what is possible when purpose and passion meet dedication.
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Their futures are bright and filled with potential and they give us reason to believe in a more hopeful tomorrow.
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We are reminded of the words of Paul Harris, whose vision began this movement of goodwill:
“Rotary changes us and those we serve. We believe we can change the world one person at a time.”
Today we see this truth fulfilled in the lives of these six young leaders whose actions already reflect the very best of our community.
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We also draw strength from the wisdom of Eleanor Roosevelt, who said, “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” These students not only believe in their dreams, they are working every day to create a future filled with purpose, compassion and possibility.
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As a Rotary Club, we choose hope. We choose service above self. We choose to build bridges, open doors and strengthen our community with compassion and purpose. These students inspire us to keep going. They remind us that every act of kindness, every hour of service and every belief in a brighter future truly matters.
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Today we reaffirm our shared commitment to be dreamers, helpers and changemakers. We recommit ourselves to leaving every place we touch better than we found it. Together with the next generation, we carry a spark that can ignite new possibilities for the world.
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To our scholarship recipients and Students of the Month:
Thank you for your leadership. Thank you for your service. Thank you for giving us renewed hope for a more peaceful and compassionate tomorrow.
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The world is brighter because you are in it.
The world is brighter because we serve together.

Congratulations to the outstanding students Isabella Cafardi from Mt Lebanon High School, Logan Scott from Seaton LaSall...
04/28/2026

Congratulations to the outstanding students Isabella Cafardi from Mt Lebanon High School, Logan Scott from Seaton LaSalle High School, and Jason Leung from Keystone Oaks High School who were honored at the Student of the Month Awards Ceremony hosted by the Dormont Mt Lebanon Castle Shannon Rotary Club at the United Methodist Church in Mt Lebanon Pennsylvania.
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Each student shared a strong sense of gratitude and appreciation, and their biographies and achievements that led to this rare and honorable recognition were truly impressive. It is inspiring to see such dedicated and accomplished young people in our community, and they give real hope for the future.
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Congratulations to all of the Student of the Month award recipients

Rotary Club Night Out!!!🪄 🧙‍♂️ 🎭 🃏 🔐 Total success! A whole crew of us Rotarians descended on the Michael Carbonaro Magi...
04/19/2026

Rotary Club Night Out!!!
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Total success! A whole crew of us Rotarians descended on the Michael Carbonaro Magic Show at the iconic Carnegie Library of Homestead, and let me tell you… we laughed, we gasped, we questioned reality, and at least three of us tried to figure out if we might also secretly be magicians. (Spoiler: we’re not.)m
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The night was full of nonstop fun and plenty of “HOW DID HE DO THAT?!” moments. Rotary folks gathered together are already a good time, but add illusions, comedy, and a room full of adults pretending we understand physics… pure magic.
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And the best part? Somehow, by the grace of the Rotary wheel or just bad seating placement, I was chosen to go up on stage! Yes, me. Your humble, unsuspecting Rotarian. One minute I’m sitting there enjoying the show, the next minute I’m part of an act wondering whether I was about to levitate, disappear, or reveal a card I didn’t remember picking.
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Who needs Las Vegas when we have Pittsburgh bringing all the top-tier entertainment straight to our doorstep? Seriously, save the airfare. We’ve got magic, mystery, and Rotarians who clap like they’ve never clapped before.
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Such a fun night with an even funnier crew. Already looking forward to our next Rotary adventure… preferably one where I don’t risk being sawed in half.

Wonderful Club Assembly This Week! We had such a fantastic meeting! Our “club sponsored” Danish Exchange Student, Mads, ...
04/14/2026

Wonderful Club Assembly This Week!

We had such a fantastic meeting! Our “club sponsored” Danish Exchange Student, Mads, greeted Rotarians at the door with his warm smile and great conversation. He also served as our special speaker, sharing highlights from his spring break adventures in Florida!
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It was inspiring to see so much Rotarian involvement and energy in the room. We had great discussions about all the exciting activities coming up in the next couple of weeks, including:

🎓 Student of the Month Ceremony
🌮 “Taco ’Bout Thursdays” — drinks and apps at Totopo Mexican Canteena
✨ Club Night Out to see the Michael Carbonaro Magic Show! 🪄

So many wonderful things happening in Rotary, our club is truly on the move!
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Rotary Club International’s Student of the Month Awards Ceremony! 🏆 💐 🥇 This afternoon our club gathered for the Rotary ...
03/16/2026

Rotary Club International’s Student of the Month Awards Ceremony!
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This afternoon our club gathered for the Rotary Student of the Month Awards Ceremony, and it was truly a joy to celebrate some of the remarkable young people in our community. Students from Mt. Lebanon, Keystone Oaks, and Seton LaSalle High Schools were recognized for their hard work, character, and leadership. Seeing so much promise in one room gives you real hope for the future.
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It made the day even more special for our family. Our son Michael Josiah shared his gift by playing piano during the luncheon portion of the ceremony, which added such a beautiful atmosphere to the afternoon. And Mads, our Rotary exchange student, gave a wonderful presentation and PowerPoint about his experiences over the past month here in the United States. It has been a joy watching him share his story and grow through this program.
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A special thank you to Barb Lowenstein for helping make this day possible. Barb, you truly embody what it means to be a Rotarian and a friend. Our club is better because of you.
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We’re also grateful to Mt. Lebanon Methodist Church for providing the beautiful flower arrangements for the students being honored. It was a lovely touch that made the celebration even more special.
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And a quick reminder for families: if your senior has not yet applied for one of the three scholarships our Rotary Club awards each year, the deadline is quickly approaching. Don’t miss the opportunity!
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It was a wonderful afternoon celebrating service, leadership, and the bright future of our community.

Our warmest congratulations on the Student of the Month recipients; your accomplishments and achievements are a testamen...
02/10/2026

Our warmest congratulations on the Student of the Month recipients; your accomplishments and achievements are a testament to your dedication and perseverance. Future leaders are undoubtedly emerging.
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We extend our sincerest gratitude to Michael for his ongoing contributions as pianist at the monthly awards ceremony organized by the Rotary International Club.
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Our Danish exchange student, Mads, presentation was outstanding and the audience appreciated the opportunity to hear about his winter experiences thus far to compare skiing in europe verse gear in the states whle on his trip to Vermont and the Laurel Highlands.
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If you would like to be part of a group that is dedicated to Service Above Self and giving back to the local community we would love for you to join us for lunch on mondays or drinks in the evening. Make you news and make a difference in the process! 😀

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