Author: Indy Rotary

  • March 31: Special Online Networking Program

    A founding principle of Rotary was to meet periodically to enjoy camaraderie and enlarge one’s circle of business and professional acquaintances. As the oldest service club in the world, Rotary club members represent a cross-section of the community’s owners, executives, managers, political leaders, and professionals – people who make decisions and influence policy. Join us online on Tuesday, March 31 as we connect and create community. This is a great opportunity to get to know other Rotarians on a more personal level. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect!

    To join our online meeting starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/802282740. Registration is not required to join the meeting. If you’d like to join via your mobile phone or tablet you can download the free Zoom app.

    The meeting ID is 802 282 740.

    If joining via a mobile phone for audio only click one of the following numbers:
    +13126266799,,802282740# US (Chicago)
    +19292056099,,802282740# US (New York)

    You can also join us from a landline phone.
    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
    +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
    +1 253 215 8782 US
    +1 301 715 8592 US
    +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
    +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
    Meeting ID: 802 282 740
    Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abV7RufTKj

    If you have questions about joining the meeting contact the office at info@indyrotary.org.

    We can’t wait to see everyone’s smiling faces on Tuesday!

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    Not familiar with Zoom, check out this YouTube video to learn more about it

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis has acquired their own Zoom account. If you would like to have an online meeting setup for a committee or Rotary group meeting contact Jamie at least 48 hours before your meeting. Please continue to only meet online or by phone until notified.

  • COVID-19 Virus Update

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis cares deeply about the health and well-being of our members. We continue to monitor the situation and are working with both Ivy Tech and MBP Catering to maintain the safe and sanitary environment that we use for our lunch meetings. MBP will be serving box lunches Tuesday. You will find extra hand sanitizer at our check-in, hospitality, and the lunch line.

    All meetings and events will continue as scheduled, unless otherwise informed.

    In the meantime, here are a few tips to help prevent the spread of any germs:
    1. Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds and anytime you cough, sneeze, or blow your nose.
    2. Cover your mouth or nose when you cough or sneeze with your arm.
    3. Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds.
    4. If you feel sick or are running a fever higher than 99 degrees, please do not come to an event.
    5. In lieu of shaking hands, fist- or elbow-bump or simply exchange a pleasant greeting without touching.
    6. Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds.
    7. Use hand sanitizers containing at least 60% alcohol when hand washing is not readily available.

    Know the Symptoms of COVID-19

    Thanks for helping us keep Rotarians healthy and safe! See you next Tuesday!

  • New Board Members

    On Tuesday, March 10, 2020 the Rotary Club of Indianapolis elected seven members to serve on the Board of Directors for two years, beginning on July 1, 2020. We are pleased to welcome the following community leaders to serve our club in leadership positions.

    Jenni Agramonte
    Lynn Lambuth
    Norm Melzer
    Charlie Meyer
    Jeff Moffatt
    Kimble Richardson
    Cheri Storms

  • March 10: Christine Mannina

    March 10: Christine Mannina

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes Christine Mannina, Police Officer, IMPD on Tuesday, March 10

    Christine Mannina has one of the highest solve rates in America. A 25 year veteran of The Indianapolis Police Department she has investigated over 700 cases including homicide, robbery, domestic violence, and undercover work. Christine was featured in the Investigation Discovery channel’s docu-series “The Shift,” a show about the work of homicide detectives at the Indianapolis police department. She has also appeared in the television series “Cops” and “Women and the Badge.”

    Now that local police departments struggle to fill open positions, Christine has organized and supervises the IMPD Explorer and Cadet Programs. These programs engage and develop our youth who have an interest in becoming law enforcement. Christine is the recipient of the Community Hero and Humanitarian Award along with Detective of the Year. Despite having witnessed the worst of humanity, she still believes in the fundamental goodness of people.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!

  • February 25: Jeremy Kranowitz

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes Jeremy Kranowitz, CEO & President, Keep Indianapolis Beautiful on Tuesday, February 25

    Jeremy Kranowitz is CEO and President of Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, working to create a vibrant and beautiful place to live, work and play.

    Jeremy is a passionate sustainability nonprofit executive with 25 years of experience launching multi-stakeholder coalitions to address climate change, food loss and waste, clean air and water, and sustainable forestry.

    He was Executive Director of Sustainable America, a nonprofit dedicated to sustainable food and fuel systems. He founded the Further With Food coalition to combat wasted food and hunger.

    He conceived the Youth Policy Summit, a student negotiation training program at The Keystone Center. He also managed the launch of Forest Trends, a sustainable forestry nonprofit.

    He has an M.S. and B.A. from Johns Hopkins, and an MPA from New York University.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!

  • February 4: Mark Baltz

    February 4: Mark Baltz

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes Mark Baltz, Executive Vice President, Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame on Tuesday, February 4

    In Indiana, basketball isn’t simply a game – it’s a tradition, passion, and part of our culture.
    Next week we will hear from Mark Baltz the Executive Vice President of the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame. The Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame in New Castle celebrates the proud heritage of basketball in our state from the 1890s to now. Mark has over 50 years of experience as a basketball and football official. He even officiated for 25 seasons in the NFL. Join us next week to learn more about this local gem.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!

  • March 5:31 Club: Pie Cook-off

    3.14159265359…. need we go on? Yes we do!

    NORMALLY National Pi Month is celebrated on March 14 each (yes, that’s 3-14), BUT, we are going to celebrate it on 3-4-2020!!

    All of the numerical fun is often accompanied by delicious food items such as pizza pie, fruit pie, and even pot pies! Get it? Pi. Pie.

    So please channel your inner math geek and get ready to calculate, eat, and celebrate everybody’s favorite never-ending number.

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis Inaugural Pie Cook-off – Bring your best PIE (any kind of pie) to this way fun event

    WHO: Rotarians, friends, guests, and anyone wanting to learn more about Rotary.
    WHAT: Rotary Club of Indianapolis Inaugural Pie Cook-off
    WHEN: Wednesday, March 4th, from 5:31 pm till 7:00 or 7:30 pm, or anytime in between.
    WHERE: Tried & True Alehouse, 4825 E. 96th Street – Indianapolis, IN 46240
    WHY: Fellowship, fun, and frivolity during our monthly social get-together.

    All Pie entries must be sent in on or before February 25, 2020

  • January 28: Michael McRobbie

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes
    Michael McRobbie, President, Indiana University

    Join us next week to hear from Michael McRobbie the President of Indiana University. McRobbie became the 18th president of Indiana University in 2007. He joined IU in 1997 as the university’s first vice president for information technology and chief information officer. He was appointed vice president for research in 2003. In 2006, he was named interim provost and vice president for academic affairs for IU’s Bloomington campus.

    Under McRobbie’s leadership as president, IU has seen a major expansion in the size, quality, and diversity of its student body; the largest academic restructuring in its history during which ten new schools have been established; a reinvigoration of its global engagement that support the university’s international academic and educational programs; the construction or renovation of nearly 200 major new facilities across all campuses with a total value approaching $2.75 billion; and the launch of the largest fundraising campaign in IU’s history and one of the largest ever by a public university—“For All: The Indiana University Bicentennial Campaign,” which has a goal of raising $3 billion by IU’s Bicentennial in 2020.

    He was elected a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2012 and currently serves as chair of the Board of Directors of the Association of American Universities, an organization comprising the 60 leading research universities in the U.S. and two in Canada. President McRobbie is a two-time recipient of the Sagamore of the Wabash Award, and, in 2016, received the International Citizen of the Year Award from the International Center for outstanding contributions to the globalization of Indiana.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!

  • January 14: Geoffrey Mearns

    January 14: Geoffrey Mearns

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes Geoffrey Mearns, President, Ball State University on Tuesday, January 14

    Join us to hear from President Geoffrey Mearns the 17th president of Ball State University.

    After joining the University in May 2017, President Mearns helped to develop a new strategic plan. Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes a long-range vision for the University that sets priorities across five key areas: undergraduate excellence, graduate education and lifetime learning, community engagement and impact, scholarship and societal impact, and institutional and inclusive excellence.

    President Mearns has pursued initiatives that have produced the largest freshman class in history and increased alumni engagement and fundraising. President Mearns has also strengthened the University’s relationship with the community, most notably through its innovative partnership with Muncie Community Schools.

    President Mearns earned his undergraduate degree in English from Yale University and a law degree from the University of Virginia. After a legal career that included serving as a federal prosecutor, President Mearns held academic and administrative roles at Cleveland State University, and then he served as president of Northern Kentucky University.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!

  • February 5, 5:31 Club Blind Wine Tasting

    Join us at this year’s 5:31 Club Blind Wine Tasting event hosted by Rotarian Matt Burnett and his wife Jill!

    When: February 5, 2020, starting at 5:31 PM, ending at 7:00 PM

    Where: 1311 Regal Drive, Carmel, IN, 46032

    The rules are simple:

    • RSVP by Monday, February 3rd. If you don’t RSVP, that’s fine, you can still attend. The count helps us with supplies and appetizers.
    • Bring your favorite bottle of wine that retails for $25.00 OR LESS (red or white doesn’t matter)
    • Bring your phone or mobile device (voting will be done online). You will be emailed a link to our voting site. Voting will be turned on at the event. LINK TO VOTING Voting will be turned on Wednesday evening at 5:31 PM
    • The wine with the most votes wins!
    • Have fun!!

    Wines that need to be chilled (most whites) will be wrapped in foil and assigned a number. Wines that don’t need to be chilled (most reds) will be wrapped in brown bags and numbered.

    Cheese and crackers will be provided.

    This is a wine TASTING, but just in case, ride shares from Uber or Lyft will be available. Drink responsibly.

    Questions? Call Bill Bubenzer at 317-439-4169 or email him at bill.bubenzer@gmail.com

    PLEASE RSVP TO HELP US WITH FOOD AND WINE COUNTS