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  • 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: Board of Directors Election

    March 10: Board of Directors Election

    Jenny Dexter, Secretary, Rotary Club of Indianapolis

    As Club Secretary, I am excited to announce the official start of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis Board of Directors election process. Today, March 3, the candidates presented their visions to the club. Candidate information forms are available for review by visiting http://indyrotary.com/leadership/. We will elect seven new directors to serve a two year term next Tuesday, March 10.

    Rotary members in good standing are eligible to vote via absentee vote or in person on March 10, 2020. Absentee forms are available by clicking here. Completed forms can be emailed to Jamie Hanan. You can also simply email the names of the seven individuals you choose to Jamie Hanan. It is important that you identify yourself in that email or your vote will not count. Absentee voting must be complete by 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10.

    Our Board of Directors helps set the tone, vision and even character of our club for years to come. Thank you in advance for participating in the elections and ensuring that we have continued outstanding leadership.

  • March 3: 2020 Campaign Day

    March 3: 2020 Campaign Day

    Back in December, a Nominating Committee made up of almost 20 tenured and engaged Rotarians met to discuss who they thought would make good board members. From this list of possible board members, individuals were contacted and asked if they wanted to run for the board. A slate of 7 members will be presented and 7 will be elected to represent Rotary on the Board of Directors.

    Those 7 people running for the Board of Directors will present for 3-5 minutes each on Tuesday, March 3. For more information about the candidates, please click here.

    Any Rotarian who is current on their dues can vote for up to 7 board members on March 10.  Absentee (email) ballots will be available beginning on March 3 as well. (instructions forthcoming on that- watch your email inboxes.)

  • 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

  • February 20: Membership Event – Rotary for a Better Vision in 2020

    Are you a current Indianapolis Club Rotarian and know someone who would be a great addition to our club?

    Ever thought about joining Rotary or want to learn more?

    Consider joining us for an exclusive membership event, Rotary – For a Better Vision in 2020.

    • A private event with hors d’oeuvres provided by Hilton Hotels and Suites.
    • Drink tickets provided to all in attendance.
    • Raffle giveaways donated by Rotarian businesses
    • Discounted onsite parking available for $15.00.
    • Entertainment provided by Rotarian David Leonards’ Cool City Trio.
    • “Why I Love Rotary” segment.
    • And more…

    Indianapolis Club Rotarians FREE ticket to the event is bringing a guest.

    Reservations are required by February 12. Register today at Rotary2020.EventBrite.com!

    Special thanks to Barnes & Thornburg for sponsoring the event.

  • February 27: Rotary Night with the Jaguars

    Join us in cheering on the IUPUI Jaguars men’s basketball team at Indiana Farmers Coliseum at the State Fairgrounds on February 27 at 7 p.m. 

    Tickets are $11 or $7.50 for ages 3-12.


    Reserve your tickets online by February 21. Tickets will be available for pickup at will call. 

  • 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

  • January 11: Service Project at Gleaners

    January 11: Service Project at Gleaners

    Join the Community Service Committee for a service project Saturday, January 11th in the Gleaners warehouse from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. This is a fun and fulfilling way give a little of your time to help Gleaners.

    To volunteer you must register by Monday, January 6 online OR contact Suzanne Marshall at smarshall@stifel.com or Jennifer Hobbs at jhobbs1001@aol.com for assistance.

    Volunteer Shift Recap
    Group Name: Rotary Club of Indianapolis
    Date and time of volunteerism: Saturday, January 11, 12:00-2:00 p.m.
    Doors will open at: 11:45 a.m.
    Doors close for security purposes at: 12:15 p.m.

  • 2019 Indianapolis Rotary Foundation Annual Report

    2019 Indianapolis Rotary Foundation Annual Report

    The Rotary Foundation of Indianapolis is a private, stand-alone corporation that serves as the primary community charitable arm of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis.

    Annual contributions to the Foundation are added to an eternal endowment fund and allocated income from that fund is utilized to support grants for charitable and educational purposes, primarily in the Indianapolis and Central Indiana areas. Download the 2019 Annual Report.

  • January 22: Devour Indy, Tony’s of Indianapolis

    In lieu of our January 5:31 Club, please join us as we “Devour Indy” on January 22, 2020 at Tony’s of Indianapolis!

    WHO: Rotarians, friends, guests, and anyone wanting to hang out with a great group of Rotarians!

    WHAT: Tony’s of Indianapolis, “Best restaurant downtown today…best food, best service, best atmosphere. An absolutely first class dining experience; you will be impressed!”

    WHEN: Wednesday, January 22, 2020, starting at 6:00 p.m.

    WHERE: 110 W Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN

    WHY: Fellowship, fun, and of course food. What more do you need?

    RSVP Required: Please RSVP to Bruce Glor by 1/21/2020