Garberville Rotary Installs Peace Pole at Garberville Town Square, California, USA

Posted: December 18, 2025
Event: September 21, 2025 (IDP)

The Garberville Rotary Club, in collaboration with the Garberville Town Square Board, is honored to announce the installation of a Peace Pole in the center of Garberville Town Square. The unveiling took place on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, coinciding with the United Nations International Day of Peace.

The dedication ceremony included live music by The Cronies and remarks from several community leaders and representatives.

“A primary vision of founding and developing the Garberville Town Square has been to promote peace by having a shared community space,” said Robie Tenorio. “Nothing aids the peacefulness of a diverse and opinionated community more than a lovely, calm place open to all, where residents and visitors can gather, relax, party, and discuss. The Peace Pole is a symbol of such coming together both local and international. You are always welcome here to meet your neighbors and exchange food and ideas.”

Clubs around the world sponsor Peace Pole projects as living monuments to peace and fellowship.

“Every Peace Pole planted is a beacon of Rotary’s enduring belief: that peace is not just a dream, but a shared effort,” said Darrin Guerra, President of Garberville Rotary Club. “It reminds us that even small symbols can inspire great change when rooted in service, empathy, and global fellowship. By planting these markers of hope, Rotary advances its mission of service above self, promoting peace, cultural awareness, and global collaboration.”

The Garberville Rotary Club has been actively involved in service projects across Southern Humboldt, from supporting local youth programs to enhancing public spaces. The installation of this Peace Pole reflects both Rotary’s global mission and the club’s local commitment to fostering a stronger, more connected community.