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Board of Directors meeting
Board roomDec 11, 2025
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM -
Laura Mitchell: AI & Robotics for Caregivers
Holiday InnDec 11, 2025
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM -
NC Lifeline Adopt-A-Family
North County LifelineDec 13, 2025
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM -
Deliver Christmas Checks to Schools
Dec 17, 2025
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Annual Tree Lighting, Dec. 7
The Rotary Club of Carlsbad’s 40th annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 2:15 to 4:45 p.m. in the south parking lot of the Carlsbad Village Faire shopping center at 300 Carlsbad Village Drive. This is a free community event with cider and cookies, crafts, story time, entertainment by local and school dance and music groups, and an opportunity for kids to tell Santa their holiday wishes.
Welcome
Welcome to the Rotary Club of Carlsbad — Where We Unite for Good

At the Rotary Club of Carlsbad, we are a group of neighbors, professionals, and leaders who come together each week with a shared purpose: to unite for good.
Whether we’re organizing local food drives, supporting children’s education, building homes across the border, or raising funds for causes close to our hearts — we are people of action.
We’re proud to be part of Rotary International’s global network of 1.4 million members, but our focus starts right here at home in Carlsbad. We’re committed to creating meaningful change.
Rotary isn’t just about giving back. It’s also about belonging. In our club, you’ll find laughter, support, new friendships, and a chance to make a real difference — all while having a lot of fun.
Whether you’re a lifelong volunteer, new to the area, or simply looking for something more meaningful — we invite you to visit one of our Thursday evening meetings or join us at a service project. You’ll be warmly welcomed.
Come see what it means to Unite for Good. We’d love to meet you.
— Kelly Schafer, President 2025–2026
2025-26 Areas of Focus
Niños de Baja: Supporting the Niños de Baja orphanage in Baja California with home repairs, food, and books to inspire reading.
Youth & Literacy: Providing supplies, mentoring, reading support, and encouragement for local students in need.
Senior Happiness: Bringing joy and well-being to seniors through special events, programs, and social connections.
Unite for Good is the theme for the 2025/2026 Rotary year. It’s more than a slogan — it’s an invitation.
It calls for us to come together, share our strengths, and make a real difference in the lives of others.
When we unite, we multiply our impact and create positive change that lasts.
At its heart, Unite for Good is about connection. It’s about building friendships, supporting one another, and discovering what’s possible when we work side by side.
Together, we can do more good than we ever could alone.

