Congratulations to Chuck Johnson, who will be replacing Emily Boehm as the Sunrise Rotary Club President for the 2025/2026 year. Thank you, Chuck and Emily, for your leadership and service to Sunrise Rotary of Petoskey.
The newest Rotarians in the world are Brian Ewbank (sponsored by Lindsey), Kirk Swabash (by Chuck J.), Julie Joles (by Grace), and Jim Powell, Heather Huffstutler, and Mike Thibideau, (sponsored by Carlin) Missing were Andy and Jennifer Kolp.Make Your Tuesday Mornings Matter! Join leaders. Exchange ideas. Take action. Make a difference! Sunrise Rotary invites you to visit this high-energy service club to see if it might be a fit for you. They always have an exciting schedule of speakers and meaningful club activities.
Sunrise Rotary meets Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Petoskey, 501 E. Mitchell St. Learn more at https://www.petoskeyrotarysunrise.org/ or call Carlin Smith, 231-838-9174.
North Central Michigan College hosted Rotary Night on Feb. 12th at their Women's and Men's basketball games. Eight Sunrise Rotarians joined friends from the Petoskey Noon Club and the Petoskey Sunset Club for a great night of basketball and free popcorn! 
Sunrise Rotary continued its tradition of supporting area charities during the Holiday season.
Three area Rotary Clubs enjoyed a Sunset Cruise aboard the Harbor Princess in Little Traverse Bay. The sunset was beautiful but was surpassed in beauty by the rising Harvest Moon! Around 70 Rotarians came aboard for the cruise that featured some light snacks and a great evening of fellowship.
Sunrise Rotary enjoyed a tour of the Bay View Campus on a cool June morning. The tour was led by Michelle Hansen and showcased the wonderful architecture and rich history of this wonderful Chautauqua that thrives right here in our community!
NOMAD restaurant in Bay Harbor was the winner of the Sunrise Rotary Best Burger 2024 contest. The sale of burger cards raised $23,000 which will be used to support non-profit groups and organizations in our area.
Pictured here: Rotary Club Member Heidi Shearer presented the award to Chef Hans Jessen, Chef Jeff Gokee, and Chef Jeffrey Summers along with Restaurant Owners Laura, Jamie, Bryant, and Philip Morrison.
Membership Chair Dan Rasmussen inducts seven new Sunrise Rotarians: Neil Tveten, Matt Leirstein, Mike Schuitema, Mark Mercer, Kathy Petersen, David Hamm, and Jenny Johnson. 
