Key Largo Rotary

Strong communities don’t happen by accident.

They’re built by people who care enough to get involved.

Rotary is one of the ways that happens, bringing people together to take action where it matters most.

What a morning at Key Largo Rotary 🌞

Doc Boilini recieved his 4th Paul Harris today 🏆! Thank you for all you for our club and the community!

David Zeligin, Park Ranger, spoke to us about the history of the Nike Missle Launch site, right here in our back yard so very interetsing !

If you have something to share amd would like to come and speak at our Rotary breakfast, comment here.

This week's meeting (Wednesday at 730am) we will learn about the history of the Nike Missile launch site in Key Largo with Park Ranger, David Zeligin.
I am sure we will learn a lot and enjoy great camaraderie and food.
If you would like to join us as a guest, please contact Jennifer Roth at 305-240-0592 or message us here for more information.
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✨ Member Spotlight: Cris Beaty ✨

This week, we’re proud to spotlight Cris Beaty, CFO of Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Assoc., Inc., and a dedicated member of the Rotary Club of Key Largo since 1997.

Cris was first introduced to Rotary by Bette Brown-Herlth, who invited him to a meeting and became his sponsor into the club. Nearly three decades later, his commitment to service and leadership continues to leave a lasting impact on our community.

Over the years, Cris has worn many hats within Rotary, from serving as a two-time Club President to working behind the scenes as both Club Treasurer and Foundation Treasurer. He’s also enjoyed serving as an Interact advisor, participating on the scholarship committee, volunteering at Chili Cook-Offs, and helping with the original Ladies Dolphin Tournaments.

For Cris, Rotary is important because it brings community leaders together to enhance and improve the quality of life throughout the Florida Keys.

When asked to describe Rotary in one word, he chose “Encompassing” because Rotary offers opportunities to serve on every level, locally, district-wide, internationally, and even globally for those looking to truly change the world.

Outside of Rotary, Cris and his wife are jazz enthusiasts who love attending jazz festivals and intimate live performances. He also appreciates the unique balance of life in the Florida Keys — enjoying the charm of a small-town community while still being close to the culture and energy of Miami.

Thank you, Cris, for your years of dedication, leadership, and service to our community. 💙

What an incredible evening celebrating leadership, service, and the amazing people who make the Key Largo Rotary Club such a special part of our community. 💙💛

At our Installation Dinner held at Key Largo, we recognized several outstanding members whose dedication and passion continue to make a lasting impact.

✨ Brenda Carr — Event Champion
✨ Suzanne Holmquist — Membership Builder / Energizer Bunny
✨ Chris Cosme — Outstanding Committee Chair
✨ Michelle Abramoff & Jennifer Roth — Service Above Self / Dynamic Du
✨ Kerry Martin — Rising Star
✨ Katya Andrade — New Member of the Year
✨ Ted Dreaver — Behind the Curtain / Unsung Hero Award
✨ Ginette Hughes — Rotarian of the Year

A special thank you to Jim Durbin for officially installing Shelby Morris as the incoming 2026–2027 President of the Key Largo Rotary Club. We are excited for the year ahead and know Shelby will lead with passion, energy, and heart for our community.

We also want to thank every single member of our club for the countless hours, volunteer efforts, support, and dedication you have given throughout the past year. Rotary’s impact would not be possible without each and every one of you.

Because this is what Rotary is all about, neighbors helping neighbors, building friendships, and creating meaningful change together. Congratulations to all of this year’s award recipients, and thank you for everything you do for our community.

Congratulations to Don Horton for receiving the Rotary District 6990 Hall of Fame Award 🎉
To achieve this one must:
Minimum of twenty-five (25) years of Rotary membership
• Be actively engaged with a District 6990 Rotary Club at the time of the nomination
• To have served with distinction in multiple leadership positions within Rotary
• Exemplify the ideals of Rotary

Don does all this and more! He also received his Paul Harris +5 today! CONGRATULATIONS!

Additionally, we had John Allen from Monroe County Parks & Beaches - Florida Keys speak to us today about what is new with out county parks/beaches/camps, etc..

Rotarian of the Year! Ginette Gulledge Hughes

This week's meeting (Wednesday at 730am) we will learn about what is new with Monroe County Parks & Beaches - Florida Keys with our Speaker: Director, John Allen.
I am sure we will learn a lot and enjoy great camaraderie and food.
If you would like to join us as a guest, please contact Jennifer Roth at 305-240-0592 or message us here for more information.
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