Author: Indy Rotary

  • July 23: Dr. Chandan Sen, Director, Indiana Center for Regenerative Medicine and Engineering

    Rotary welcomes Dr. Chandan Sen, Director, Indiana Center for Regenerative Medicine and Engineering, Indiana University School of Medicine

    Join us on Tuesday as we hear from Dr. Chandan Sen the Director of the Indiana Center for Regenerative Medicine and Engineering at Indiana University School of Medicine.

    Dr. Chandan Sen, who came to Indiana University in 2018 after 18 years at The Ohio State University, is best known for conceiving a technology with the potential to regenerate flesh, restore nerves and regrow organs – all by reprogramming skin cells. Sen, a physiologist, and his team have dubbed the process “tissue nanotransfection.” He often refers to it by its abbreviation – TNT. And its implications for the future of health care may be that explosive.

    His presentation will provide a glimpse into the impact and reach of recent advancements in regenerative medicine, as well as an overview of what the Indiana Center for Regenerative Medicine and Engineering will be able to do for industry and research in the state 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!

  • August 31: Rotary Night at Symphony on the Prairie

    The Social Committee invites you to “ZOSO – THE ULTIMATE LED ZEPPLEIN EXPERIENCE” at Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s Kroger Symphony on the Prairie on Saturday, August 31.

    For just $27 per person, it’s the perfect place to meet, spend time with your Rotary friends and family for a fun night out. Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs, food and drinks (including alcoholic beverages) or purchase concessions on site.

    We will have an area saved for Rotarians.  Gates open at 6:00, show starts at 8:00.  Start the socializing early by arriving at 6.  (The ropes are lowered for others beginning at 7:30.)

    Get ready for an entirely new feel at the Conner Prairie Amphitheater – three large LED screens were added to enhance your concert view! Every location on the lawn is enhanced with 8-meter screens on either side of the stage, and a 6-meter screen farther back on the lawn near the playground area.

    Make your reservations today, click here.

  • July 9: Andrew Green, Shepherd Community Center

    July 9: Andrew Green, Shepherd Community Center

    Join us on Tuesday as we hear from Andrew Green, Assistant Executive Director of the Shepherd Community Center, Adam Perkins, Community Police Officer and Shane Hardwick, Community Paramedic.

    The opioid crisis has taken over the country and has become a huge issue throughout Indiana.The Shepherd Community Center has implemented a unique approach to this epidemic and has seen a huge success in the decrease of drug use, violent crimes and ambulance calls in their community.

    Shepherd Community Center is a faith-based, non-profit organization established in 1984 with a simple but staggering goal: to break the cycle of poverty on the near east side of Indianapolis. Located centrally within the community it serves, Shepherd offers programs for children, teens, adults and families, helping to meet their physical, emotional, academic, and spiritual needs.

    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!

  • July 2: Happy 4th of July

    We will NOT be meeting for lunch on Tuesday.
    We wish our members and community
    a safe and happy July 4th Holiday!

    We will see you back at Ivy Tech on Tuesday, July 9!

  • June 18: Michael Huber, President & CEO, Indy Chamber

    Join us on Tuesday as we hear from Michael Huber the President and CEO of Indy Chamber. Michael leads the organization’s efforts to serve their near 2,000 member business, providing tools and resources vital to business growth and success. During this time, the Indy Chamber has worked to spearhead the Indianapolis region’s economic development strategy, a comprehensive plan to unite and strengthen the metro economy through collaborative partnerships aimed at boosting innovation and entrepreneurship, developing and attracting top talent, building quality connected places, and promoting Indy’s vibrant and inviting image worldwide.

    Michael has previously served as Senior Director of Commercial Enterprise at the Indianapolis Airport Authority, Deputy Mayor of Economic Development for the City of Indianapolis, Deputy Commissioner of the Indiana Department of Administration under former Governor Mitch Daniels, and as a member of the Associate Faculty of the School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis. Michael received his MBA from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University-Bloomington and a BS in Social Policy from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. Michael serves on the boards of the Arts Council of Indianapolis and Stopover Inc., and is a musician at St. Mary Catholic Church.

    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!

  • July 5:31 Club: The North End BBQ and Moonshine

    WHO: Rotarians, friends, guests, and anyone wanting to learn more about Rotary.

    WHAT: The North End Barbecue and Moonshine features American regional barbecue that aims to honor the great technique and tradition of our favorite food. We support farms that raise their beef, pork, chicken and turkey naturally without the use of anti-biotics, hormones or GMO Feed.

    The North End features local beers, an extensive bourbon list, craft cocktails and a hand selected wine list. An emphasis is placed on genuine hospitality and professional service that anticipates our guests needs.

    WHEN: Wednesday, July 10th (we figured everyone would be getting ready to celebrate the 4th with family and friends), from 5:31 pm till 7:00 or 7:30 pm, or anytime in between.

    WHERE: 1250 East 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240

    WHY: Fellowship, fun, and frivolity during our monthly social get-together in a new downtown venue.

    ETC: Plenty of free parking! Next to Starbucks and Artisano’s Oils & Spices

  • June 10: Eva Kor, Holocaust Survivor and Forgiveness Advocate

    Join us on Monday for a special program as we welcome Eva Kor, Holocaust Survivor and Forgiveness Advocate, as our speaker.

    For the past 40 years, Eva has shared her story with students, teachers, medical professionals, senators, administrators, historians, university groups, graduating classes, and civic groups, both nationally and internationally. She is one of the few surviving twins sharing her personal account of the medical experiments supervised by Nazi doctor Josef Mengele at Auschwitz. Eva’s account of her survival of the Holocaust offers many relevant lessons on the dangers of hate and prejudice, and the consequences of allowing prejudice to persist, unchecked, in others.

    In addition to the importance of her account from a historical perspective, Eva’s life lessons and message of forgiveness have touched the lives of millions of people. In 1995, Eva chose to forgive the Nazis, after deciding that they should no longer have power over her life. She describes forgiving the Nazis as an act of self-healing, self-liberation, and self-empowerment; forgiveness is not about the perpetrator, not about forgetting. It is one step toward repairing the world by helping victims free themselves from perpetrators and remove anger and hatred. Eva shares her own discovery of the power to forgive so that others may see the possibility to heal themselves through forgiveness. Forgiveness provides a way for people to free themselves from hurt, anger, and hatred, from the pain of victimhood. If people find peace with themselves, the world may also find peace.

    Pre-registration is required for this event and includes a buffet lunch provided by MBP Distinctive Catering. Indianapolis Club Rotarian tickets are $26 and guest tickets are $35. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.

    The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:30 a.m. and the program runs 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!

  • June 4: Brian Payne, President and CEO, CICF

    Join us Tuesday as we hear from Brian Payne the President and CEO of the $800 million Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) and The Indianapolis Foundation. Since he joined CICF in November 2000, the foundation’s annual grantmaking has more than doubled to over $50 million. CICF’s mission is to mobilize people, ideas and investments to create a community where all individuals have an equitable opportunity to reach their full potential—no matter place, race or identity.

    Brian is the founder/artistic director of the Indianapolis Cultural Trail: A Legacy of Gene & Marilyn Glick. The national consulting firm, Project for Public Spaces, chose the Indianapolis Cultural Trail as the best North American example of a big, bold, transformative project that is changing the way we think of cities and city life. The US Department of Transportation awarded the Cultural Trail a $20.5 million TIGER I grant, one of only 51 grants awarded out of 1,400 proposals submitted in a merit-based competitive process.

    Brian and CICF are currently leading two more transportation initiatives. One is an effort to integrate all of Indianapolis’ transportation assets into a robust personal mobility network where customized multi-modal transportation solutions are equitably delivered to a person’s smart phone. The other is an effort to create an additional 50 miles of protected bike lanes, multi-modal paths and sidewalks to the Indianapolis transportation infrastructure with a focus on underserved neighborhoods.

    Brian presently serves on the boards of the Indy Chamber, Visit Indy, TeenWorks, and the Indiana Repertory Theatre. Locally, he serves as the Board Chair of The District Theatre and the Vice-Chair of the IUPUI Advisory Board. Nationally, he is the board chair of Forward Cities, an organization committed to helping cities build inclusive economic growth.

    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!

  • May 28: Memorial Day Program

    Rotary welcomes
    Leeanne Lollar & Destiny Scott Wells

    Join us for our Memorial Day program as we hear from our own Indianapolis Rotarians and military combat veterans Leeanne Lollar, Client Advisor at Old National Wealth Management, and Destiny Scott Wells, Indiana Deputy Attorney General. Both Leeanne and Destiny offer the club a unique perspective not visited before: that of the female veteran. They will present a holistic viewpoint on the modern day veteran, including discussion on the sacrifices made by mothers in combat and their military families over the last 18 years.

    Leeanne served in the United States Army and Army Reserves from 2000-2009. She served two year-long combat tours in Iraq. During her time in the Army she led a squad of soldiers doing resupply missions in Iraq supporting the Infantry. Today she volunteers for Employer Support of the NG/ Reserve and assists in coordinating service projects between the bank and veteran focused non-profits. She also serves as a mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters and serves on the several boards including the Central Indiana Police Foundation.

    Destiny will be completing her 16th year of service with the Army Reserve component as a military intelligence major. She has served on multiples tours, most recently completing a 13-month combat tour in Afghanistan where she oversaw the Department of Defense’s linguist services contract. Currently, she is finishing Army Command and General Staff College, along with balancing her full-time career primarily representing the Indiana Department of Correction and its employees in civil prisoner litigation.

    We will also have a special video appearance from Major Crystal Glabster, deployed overseas by U.S. Air Force office.

    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!

  • May 21: HVAF Backpacks For Homeless Veterans

    May 21: HVAF Backpacks For Homeless Veterans

    Work together to pack backpacks for homeless veterans

    Every night, veterans wander the streets of Indiana’s cities and towns looking for a place to sleep or a hot meal. The Continuums of Care to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reports 5,258 homeless persons in Indiana on any given night. Of that figure, approximately 540 are veterans. Nightly, there are over 40,056 homeless veterans nationally and 1.4 million veterans are considered at risk of homelessness. Sadly, these veterans who are now homeless are the same veterans who served our country with courage, self-sacrifice, honor, dignity, and pride. These veterans are America’s forgotten heroes. They fought for our freedom on the battlefield, and now they and their families fight daily for their survival on America’s streets.

    Join us on Tuesday, May 21 as we hear from HVAF, the nonprofit who supports Indiana’s homeless veterans.  We’ll also work together to pack backpacks with life essentials, which will be distributed to those in need.