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What the club has been up to
Highlights from the year. For the day-to-day, follow us on Instagram.
October 12, 2026
A little thank you goes a long way
Every member of the PHS football team said thank you after being served at the Pancake Breakfast. We noticed, and we want to recognize them for it.
October 11, 2026
Another successful Pancake Breakfast
Superintendent Eric Lutinski, Mayor Peter Scherer, County Legislator Margaret Cunzio and Dr. Don Antonecchia greeted everyone who came out to support the Community Scholarship Fund.
September 22, 2026
Mayor Peter Scherer becomes an honorary member
The club welcomed Pleasantville Mayor Peter Scherer as its newest honorary member in recognition of his years of support for the Pancake Breakfast and the community.
September 19, 2026
Pleasantville history: the Community Scholarship Fund
After World War II, returning servicemen in the club started the Community Scholarship Fund. The annual Pancake Breakfast still supports it today.
September 17, 2026
Giving back runs in the family
Cousins and fellow Rotarians Margaret Cunzio and Dr. Donald Antonecchia greeted guests and cracked 30 dozen eggs at the 2026 Pancake Breakfast.
June 7, 2026
Irene Powers named a Paul Harris Fellow
At the end-of-year luncheon, club secretary Irene (Rene) Powers received the Paul Harris Fellow award, the highest honor Rotary International can bestow on a Rotarian.
May 24, 2026
Student speakers on the Appalachian Service Project
Joey Keating, Liam Keating and Matthew Stangarone told the club about a week spent repairing a home for a disabled homeowner, and why they are going back.
March 25, 2026
Introducing Generous Pour Pleasantville
Our spring fundraiser has a new name, a new home in the heart of the village at Arc Stages, and a new website.
March 8, 2026
Celebrating the women who represent us
On International Women's Day the club thanked the women serving Pleasantville in county and state government.
March 1, 2026
Margaret Cunzio briefs the club
County Legislator and club member Margaret Cunzio spoke about the projects she is working on for the communities she represents.
December 20, 2025
Razor's Edge and Camarata bring the holiday spirit
Pleasantville High School's singers returned for the holiday luncheon, fresh from opening at Radio City Music Hall.
October 17, 2025
Dr. Donald Antonecchia named honorary member
The former Superintendent of Pleasantville schools joined the club as an honorary member in recognition of his contributions to the community.
November 19, 2024
Marlene Canapi inducted as president; Ken Foley joins the club
District Governor Syed Alirahi inducted Marlene Canapi as 2024-25 president and welcomed Ken Foley as our newest member, and presented four district certificates.
October 27, 2024
Senator Stewart-Cousins stops by the Pancake Breakfast
The Pancake Breakfast was the Senate Majority Leader's first stop on a full day of community visits across her district.
September 13, 2024
Trustee Paul Alvarez joins the club
Village Trustee and Chamber of Commerce Vice President Paul Alvarez was inducted as a new member.
March 12, 2024
One hundred years of the Rotary Club of Pleasantville
On March 12, 1924, the club was chartered. A century later we marked the day and the impact of a hundred years of service.
November 24, 2023
200 Thanksgiving meals for neighbors in need
Rosie and Jonathan Langsam of Falafel Taco cooked 200 Thanksgiving meals for food-insecure neighbors, with the club's thanks.