2026 SESSION
ENROLLED
SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 137
Commending the Windsor Ruritan Club Pig Pickin'.
Agreed to by the Senate, March 13, 2026
WHEREAS, the Windsor Ruritan Club will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Windsor Ruritan Club Pig Pickin' in April 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Windsor Ruritan Club Pig Pickin' stands as one of the longest-running and most cherished community traditions in Windsor and Isle of Wight County, bringing neighbors together in fellowship, service, and support of local causes for five decades; and
WHEREAS, established in the mid-1970s by members of the Windsor Ruritan Club, the annual Pig Pickin' was created as a way to raise funds for community service projects while celebrating the rural heritage and strong sense of neighborly connection that define the Windsor community; and
WHEREAS, what began as a modest gathering organized by dedicated volunteers quickly grew into a highly anticipated local event, drawing families, civic leaders, and supporters from across the region; and
WHEREAS, for 50 years, the Windsor Ruritan Club Pig Pickin' has served not only as a beloved social event but also as an important source of funding for programs that benefit Isle of Wight County residents; proceeds from the event have helped support scholarships for local students, youth programs, community improvement initiatives, and assistance for neighbors in need; and
WHEREAS, through the dedication of its members and volunteers, the Windsor Ruritan Club has consistently demonstrated the organization's guiding principle of “Fellowship, Goodwill, and Community Service”; generations of volunteers have contributed their time and talents to make the Pig Pickin' a success each year, preparing traditional Carolina-style barbecue, organizing community activities, and welcoming guests from across the region; and