The Literacy Legacy
February 2026
4th Edition
District Conference Registration: Don’t miss out on the District Conference—get registered and get ready for inspiration, connection, and Rotary fun. 🎉🤝
Hotel Information: Planning your stay? Find hotel details and booking information to secure your conference accommodations. 🏨✨
Sponsorships: Looking to support the conference and showcase your club or business? Explore available sponsorship opportunities. 💙🌟
Conference Information

🌶️🧀 Get Ready for the Rotary Club of Bay St. Louis's 21st Annual Chili & Mac & Cheese Cook-Off! 🧀🌶️

Join the us for our BIGGEST event of the year on Thursday, February 26 from 5–8 PM at Community Hall on Blaize Avenue in Bay St. Louis!

Bring your appetite and enjoy all-you-can-eat chili and mac & cheese while supporting a great cause. 🎉

💲 Admission:

  • Adults: $15

  • Kids (ages 5–12): $5

  • Ages 4 & under: FREE

✨ Don’t miss the excitement:

  • 50/50 raffle

  • Drawing for several large prizes (only 500 tickets will be sold!)

Come hungry, bring friends (and tums), and help us make our 21st year the best one yet!

📞 For more information: Contact Dave Mayley at 228-380-0755
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🌍✨ Happy World Rotary Day! ✨🌍

Today we celebrate the incredible impact of Rotary and the dedicated people who make service above self a reality every day. From supporting literacy and education to strengthening our local communities, Rotarians continue to make a difference around the world. 💙💛

 

🙌 Here’s to service, fellowship, and the power of Rotary!
Upcoming Events
Rotary's Anniversary (1905)
Feb. 23, 2026
 
PETS
Mar. 05, 2026 - Mar. 07, 2026
 
District 6840 Team Workshop
The Ponchatoula Rotary Hut
Mar. 28, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
 
District Grant Closing Deadline
Mar. 31, 2026
 
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🕊️💙 February is Peacebuilding & Conflict Prevention Month 💙🕊️

February reminds us that peace starts with understanding, compassion, and connection. As Rotarians, we build peace by fostering dialogue, supporting our communities, and choosing collaboration over conflict—locally and globally. 🌍🤝

Every kind conversation, service project, and act of goodwill brings us one step closer to a more peaceful world. Let’s keep showing that Rotary creates peace through action. ✨⚙️

🌎 Rotary Friendship Exchange Opportunity! 🌲🍇

We’re excited to share an upcoming Rotary Friendship Exchange to the beautiful Pacific Northwest (District 5100), covering the northern third of Oregon and southwest Washington State.

📅 Proposed dates: September 22 – October 3/4 (approximately 12 days)
🗺️ The visit will span three unique regions, featuring stunning mountains, rivers, lakes, and diverse agriculture—including vineyards.

Interested in learning more or participating?
📧 Contact: Karen Babin – ksbabin@gmail.com
📱 Text: 518-588-9096

Adventure, fellowship, and Rotary connections await! ✨🤝