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600 Tracy Trail
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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Fall Road Clean UP!

Fall Road Clean Up was a great success on Sat. Sept 29. Nine outstanding Dawnbreakers, family, & friends did quick work on our section of Rakow Road, finishing well ahead of the estimated 2 hours. The weather was outstanding as well. Service Before Self!

Dawnbreaker 30th Western Auction - 2019

Free Fall Friday Fire Fun!

Last Friday night was a perfect night for our 2017 bonfire! We socialized around the fire for a while and then went into the Trout Valley Lodge where we all enjoyed lots and lots of great food.

Then back to the bonfire for s'mores!

Our special guests were former Dawnbreakers Jane Busch and Rich Gnivecki and Sue Koleno. It was great to have a chance to get caught up with them!

A big thank you to Judy and Bill for coordinating our event!

Dawnbreakers Visited by Habitat for Humanity

We were lucky enough this morning to have Holly from Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County speak and tell us about all the work being done in the area. Will the Dawnbreakers be taking part in the construction of a home?? Stay tuned to find out!

Dawnbreakers Working on Their Flexibility!

Last Wednesday, Denise Smith from Smith Running & Physical Therapy led The Dawnbreakers in some early morning stretching. Join us every Wednesday morning at 6:30am for all the fun and fellowship!

Join Us for the 28th Annual Western Auction

Rotary Club of Crystal Lake Dawnbreakers is proud to host the 28th Annual Western Auction on Saturday March 4, 2017 at the Holiday Inn in Crystal Lake. Over the course of 28 years, the Dawnbreakers have donated over $1.5 million to charity, both locally and globally through the Rotary International initiatives, from money raised at the auction.

This year, the auction will include dinner, silent and live auctions, a "Show Me the Money" $10,000 cash raffle, 50/50 cash raffles, and a mechanical bull.

Those interested in attending can view auction items, purchase tickets, and register for night of bidding on the Auction Website at Bidding for Good. Updates are made daily, so continue to check the site!
https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/auctionhome.action…

Please join us for a night of fun that truly lives up to the Rotary motto of "Service Above Self!"

Dawnbreaker Sushi and Saki Night

Dawnbreakers gather for dinner, fellowship, and something new at Kumi Sushi! Experts were on hand for the sushi-saki tasting.

The Auction is Coming!

The 28th Annual Western Charity Auction and Dinner will take place on Saturday March 4th from 5:30-10pm. Attendees can expect a four course meal, a live and silent auction, 50/50 Cash Raffle, A Show Me the Money Cash Raffle, and much more! 100% of proceeds from the night will be donated to charities. Talk to your favorite Dawnbreaker or visit the auction website, https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/auctionhome.action?vhost=dawnbreakers, to purchase tickets and view gifts.

Dawnbreaker Kate Romutis Recognized as Paul Harris Fellow

Dawnbreaker Kate Romutis accepts her Paul Harris Fellow Award. The Paul Harris Fellow acknowledges individuals who contribute to the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.

Dawnbreakers Celebrate the Holidays

Dawnbreakers having a great time at the Holiday Dinner!

Dawnbreakers Conclude Annual Coat-A-Kid Drive

Just in time for the cold and snow! The Dawnbreakers distributed hundreds of coats to those in need this season. Thanks to all those that donated to Coat-A-Kid!

Interactors and Dawnbreakers Welcome Santa Claus!

Interactors from Crystal Lake Central and Prairie Ridge came together to help the Dawnbreakers at the annual Breakfast with Santa Event. This year, 39 children were invited with their families to attend the event. Everyone ate, sang, and had a great morning!

Dawnbreakers Distribute to Core Charities

The Dawnbreakers gave their Four Core Charities checks on Wednesday November 23rd, totaling $20,000. We are proud to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County, Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA), Bravehearts Therapeutic Riding and Educational Center, and Crystal Lake Food Pantry. The money donated will help each organization with scholarships, special projects, and operational costs. Thank you for all you do in the Community!

Dawnbreakers Sponsor Mobile Food Pantry at Sage YMCA

CL Dawnbreakers helped distribute food for those in need at the Sage YMCA. Just in time for Thanksgiving, over 50 families were able to to collect fresh and frozen foods.

District Governor Rick Rivkin and Assistant Governor John Kim Visit the Dawnbreakers

On November 2nd, District Governor Rick and Assistant Governor John came for a visit to talk to the Dawnbreakers about current projects, and the future of Rotary.

Coat-A-Kid

Join us in our annual Coat-A-Kid event!

Dawnbreakers Welcome New Member

New member Ryan Yantis was inducted into the club on Wednesday October 12, 2016. Welcome to the Dawnbreakers, Ryan!

Food Truck distribution at Sage YMCA

The Dawnbreakers partnered with Walgreens and Centegra at the Sage YMCA. The Rotarians handed out food from the Illinois Food Bank Truck before the storms moved in.

Interact Clubs Installation Party

Crystal Lake Central HS Interact Club and Prairie Ridge HS Interact Club year end party at Nicks Pizza sponsored by Rotary Club of Crystal Lake Dawnbreakers!! Great fun!

Road Cleanup

Dawnbreakers had a beautiful day to cleanup Rakow Road. Many hands made easy work.

CLC Interact Board Visits

Posted on Sep 08, 2015

Did you know that the Crystal Lake Dawnbreakers sponsor the Crystal Lake Central High School, Interact Club?

A few of their 50+ members stopped by today to discuss their upcoming projects.

Keep up the good work!

Governor Rodney Presents New Major Donor Awards

Posted by Terry Mueller on Sep 01, 2015

Governor Rodney Adams and Foundation Chair Terry Mueller award the CL Dawnbreaker's newest, Paul Harris Major Donors! Receiving the awards are Gary and Sue Reigler, Judy Sedlack and Marla Strauss.

Narayan speaks to Club about the Guatemala project

Posted by Terry Mueller on Aug 25, 2015

Narayan Murarka of the Barrington Breakfast Club, updates the club about an international clean water and malnutrition program that we help fund in Guatemala. This is the fourth international program that we have supported due to, Narayan's passion for helping the global community.

Narayan exemplifies, Service Above Self.

CL Park District Police

Posted on Aug 25, 2015

The Dawnbreakers recently funded a much needed, battery for the CL Park District's Segway.

Pictured is, Officer Cipri on National Night at Three Oaks Recreation Area.

Thanks to the Crystal Lake Park District for keeping our parks and recreation areas safe!

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