The Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra Beach recognized the service and volunteerism of its members at its end-of-year awards ceremony on Thursday, June 27, at Marsh Landing Country Club.

Former Ponte Vedra Recorder editor Jon Blauvelt received the club’s most honorable and prestigious award, with President Vickie Cavey naming him Rotarian of the Year. Blauvelt was recognized for his publicity efforts and overall dedication to the club.

Joni Zwick received the Don Blackburn Award for her leadership as Rotary Foundation chair. Mary Marx took home the Service Above Self Award for her commitment to the club’s Rotary Youth Exchange program. A new award, the Dr. Leone Farrell award, was presented to Ed Dalton for his support of the Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra, a new club chartered in April 2018. Rounding out the club’s individual awards, Jessica Evans received the Rookie of the Year Award.