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On Thursday, 13th February, I had the honour of presenting Velindre Cancer Hospital with a cheque for £4,000.00, alongside my joint President (the one with the beard!). This marks the largest single donation our club has ever presented, a milestone we're incredibly proud to achieve. The funds will directly support Velindre's Breast Cancer unit for the development of treatment and care. We raised ...

Llanishen Rotary Club has been at the heart of fostering young talent, supporting both the Youth Speaks debating competition and the Cardiff Area Rotary Young Musician of the Year. Last week, Llanishen High School hosted the first round of the Rotary Club’s annual Youth Speaks debate competition. The school entered four teams across junior and senior categories, demo...

On Wednesday 29 th January at Whitchurch High School, Owen Holcombe was the Llanishen Club’s representative in the instrumental section of the Cardiff Area 5 Rotary Young Musician Competition. Owen kicked off the evening, and raised the roof, with his version of 'Hit Me' by Dirty Loops - a powerful and edgy song, with intricate rhythms and syncopation, alongside some truly outrageous drum f...

The Rotary Club of Cardiff, Llanishen supports the Alzheimer’s Society to run an Annual Club Lunch. It features Student Entertainments on the 1st Tuesday of each month at Cyncoed Methodist Church from 2.00pm to 3.30pm. It is intended to be a friendly welcoming place for individuals living with dementia to come along with caregivers, including family members, friends and those who offer support. Al...

The club's annual lunch celebration was recently held at its home base, Llanishen Golf Club. The event brought together members, their partners, and friends for an afternoon of fellowship and entertainment. Students from Llanishen High School provided special entertainment for the gathering, showcasing local talent and adding a delightful element to the occasion. The combination of venue, communi...

Christmas Village Event Canceled, But Fundraising Continues. The annual Christmas village celebration in Llanishen, organized by the Cardiff Llanishen Rotary Club and supported by local traders, was canceled this year due to severe stormy and wet weather conditions. This popular community event has been a highlight of the local holiday season. Despite this disappointment, the Rotary Club has mai...

Rotary Llanishen President Ian Germain recently had the privilege of presenting certificates at the North Cardiff Primary School Essay and Youth Speaking Competition, held at Llanishen High School. The event was a vibrant display of youthful creativity and eloquence, showcasing the remarkable talent of the next generation. The competition featured two Rotary programs: Rotary Young Writer and Ro...

In the aftermath of the holidays, Ian, the President of the Rotary Club, leads a cheerful team in dismantling the Christmas decorations from Llanishen Village. As the last string of lights is carefully stored away, Ian reflects on the power of collective action in building a stronger, more connected community. Though the festive lights may have dimmed, the glow of community spirit continues to...