Sink holes. The Big Dig. Potholes. The Red Line.
Construction. Construction. Construction
What else will we discuss with Indy DPW Director, Dan Parker, during Coffee and Conversation? Join us to find out.
Coffee and Conversation with Dan Parker, Director, Indianapolis Dept. of Public Works
Wednesday, August 29th, 8 a.m.
CHA Companies at Union Station
Registration on Eventbrite required!
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Rotarian, Thomas Riley Lugar
Indianapolis – Thomas Riley Lugar passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on August 9, 2018. He was born in Indianapolis on August 8, 1933 to Marvin & Bertha (Green) Lugar. Tom graduated from Shortridge High School in 1951 and received a M.E. degree from Purdue University in 1955. After college, he briefly worked for Allison/Jet Engine Division until serving in the United States Army. In 1957 Tom joined his family business, Thomas L. Green & Co., Inc., a manufacturer of biscuit and cracker baking equipment founded by his grandfather. He served as president for more than 50 years. The company became a division of Reading Bakery Systems in 2001 and Tom remained active until shortly before his passing.
Tom married Sarah (Sally) Schnaiter Lugar on April 12, 1958 and they were blessed with three children and five grandchildren.
Tom was a man of deep faith and lived by simple philosophies – honesty, fairness, service, and love, which he applied both personally and professionally. Throughout his business life, Tom valued long-term relationships which resulted in life-long friendships throughout the world. Within the industry, Tom served as treasurer for the Cookie & Snack Bakers Assn. for more than 40 years and was active within the Biscuit & Cracker Manufacturers Assn.
Tom always displayed a caring concern for others, felt a calling for service within his own community and faithfully lived the Rotary motto, “Service Above Self”. Without fanfare, Tom served as President, board member, and foundation board member for the Rotary Club of Indianapolis and had perfect weekly meeting attendance for 42 years. This June, Tom accepted the club’s Lifetime Achievement Award award. Tom also served on the board of Methodist Hospital for 14 years and served as Chairman of the Board for four years.
In his youth, Tom achieved Eagle Scout status and remained active with the Crossroads of America Council – Boy Scouts of America. He received the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award for his years of service. Additionally, Tom served on the board of the Indianapolis Children’s Museum, remained active with the Beta Theta Pi fraternity, and was a long-time member of the John Purdue Club, YPO, IPO and WPO. To honor his community service, Tom received the Sagamore of the Wabash award. Tom was a former member of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church and was an active member of Meridian Street Methodist Church.
Tom enjoyed his home life and spending time with family. Affectionately known as “Uncle Tom” by friends and family alike, he could always be called upon for a graceful prayer, a memorable toast or a silly joke in a style only he could deliver. Tom used his humor and wit to make every occasion special.
Tom raised orchids in his greenhouse, spent years building complex model ships and enjoyed capturing memories through photography—taking, printing and sharing with others. He also loved cheering on the Purdue Boilermakers, playing bridge with friends and watching and participating in the various activities of his wife, children and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sally; sons Todd Lugar (Linda) and Scott Lugar (Teresa); daughter Nancy Lugar Fogle (Paul); grandchildren: Austin Lugar, Ryan Lugar, Benjamin Lugar (Emily), Brandon Lugar, and Megan Lugar; brother Richard Lugar (Charlene); sister Anne (Lugar) Johnson; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Robert and Betsy Carpenter; sister-in-law Sharon Schnaiter; and step sister-in-law Lynn Caldwell; He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin Lugar and Bertha Green Lugar Caldwell; step-father Howard Caldwell Sr.; step-brother Howard Caldwell Jr.; and brothers-in-law Harlow Johnson and Warren Schnaiter.
A visitation will be held Thursday, August 16, 2018 from 3-7 pm at Leppert Mortuary – Nora Chapel, 740 East 86th Street. A funeral service will be held at Meridian Street Methodist Church, 5500 N. Meridian Street at 1:00 pm on Friday, August 17, 2018.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Indianapolis Rotary Foundation (650 N. Meridian St., Indpls., IN 46204), the Crossroads of America Council – Boy Scouts of America (7125 Fall Creek Rd North, Indpls., IN 46256), Meridian Street Methodist Church (5500 N. Meridian St., Indpls., IN 46208), or your favorite charity.
To share a memory, please visit www.leppert-mortuary.com.
Published in the The Indianapolis Star on Aug. 12, 2018
On Tuesday, June 26th, the Rotary Club of Indianapolis hosted their Celebration Dinner and Fundraiser. During the program, Rotarians were recognized for their achievements and contributions to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis. Join us in congratulating the following award winners:
Rotary Lifetime Achievement Award
Thomas Lugar
Excite Engage Evolve Presidential Awards
David Leonards
Lisa Rollings
Greg Albright
Tracey Danner-Odenwelder
Emerging Leader Award
Troy Hollings
The Indianapolis Rotary Foundation is excited to offer Community Grants (two $25,000 and two $10,000) to four 501(c)3 nonprofits that serve Central Indiana. Applications are due by June 25 – all areas of focus are considered and encouraged to apply online.
Go here to submit your application.
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The Rotary Club of Indianapolis is excited about our second year for our upcoming Celebration Dinner on Tuesday, June 26. Click HERE to purchase tickets to the dinner.
Our silent auction will feature a great line up of unique experiences. See below for a just a few of the items we’ll feature during the reception, starting at 5:30 p.m. Please join us that night for a complete list and be sure to come ready to bid and support our club, so we can continue to build a better Indianapolis.
Indy Skin Renew
Indy Fuel- Ride the Zamboni!
Downtown Fireworks Passes
Spoke and Steele Bourbon Barrel Experience & Overnight stay at LeMeridien
In Studio Experience
Peace Learning Center Group Mini Retreat
Hilton Hotel and Suites & Pacers Tickets
Pint Cycle
Chef JJs
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In addition to these silent auction items, we have three incredible opportunities for you to “Buy A Seat” at three very special events. The first 10 individuals who sign up for the events will receive the honor and privilege to be a part of the experience.
Buy a Seat for Moscow Mules with Matt Burnett, August 23
This experience is limited to the first 10 people to donate $100 to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis.
Join the ultimate hosts, Matt and Jill Burnett, in their home to enjoy an evening of amazing fellowship and his famous Moscow Mules, made with Big Machine Vodka.
Buy a Lesson – Beer and Ballet with Don Steffy, September 15, 11:00 am
This experience is limited to the first 10 people to donate $100 to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis.
Ever dream of dancing? Then join Rotarian and former ballet dancer Don Steffy for a group lesson and fun experience of Ballet and Beer at Lebanon Ballet School. Not only entertaining, you’ll also get a glimpse into the life of a professional dancer as Don relives his glory days. Beer tasting experience provided by Peoples Revel Room, but bring your own tutu.
Buy a Seat for an Elegant Evening with John Mainella and Michael Pettry, August 18
This experience is limited to the first 10 people to donate $100 to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis.
Join 2018-19 President John Mainella and his husband Michael Pettry for a late summer dinner party at their historic Fletcher Place home! Enjoy the fruits of Indiana’s bounty, while you sip on craft cocktails from Rotarian Brian Willsey’s Hotel Tango spirits and wines from John and Michael’s personal cellar. And we bet there will even be some time around one of their pianos!
Once again, The Indianapolis Indians will host the Annual Rotary vs Kiwanis Softball Game. Help us bring home the Babe!
This year, the game will be on Monday, June 11. Game time is at 5:05 p.m., with an Indians game beginning at 7:05 p.m. Each ticket is $15.00 and children 2 and under are free. $2 of every ticket will go to our own Indianapolis Rotary Foundation. Register and pay here!
Please purchase tickets no later than Sunday, June 3. Physical tickets will be distributed at the Rotary program on Tuesday, June 5. If you are unable to pick-up your tickets at the June 5 Rotary program, they will be provided at the Indianapolis Indians Will Call office on June 11.
Details:
Go Team Rotary!
The Rotary Club of Indianapolis is delighted to present the 2018 Celebration Dinner and Fundraiser. This annual event is an opportunity shine the light on a year that has been exciting, engaging and continuously evolving. The evening is a wonderful night to celebrate our annual accomplishments, honor and recognize key leadership and achievers and also recommit to our Club and the work we do in the community. Being held for the first time at the Indiana History Center, the night will feature an impressive silent auction as well as a three course dinner from MBP Catering, complimentary wine and a cocktail from Hotel Tango and an optional after-party on the Canal (weather permitting) that will feature the musical talents of our own Chris Gonzalez. Tickets for the event are just $60 if purchased before May 18- truly one of the best fundraising bargains you’ll see this year. Bring your spouse, family, colleague or a friend to share in the night.
Purchase your tickets today at Eventbrite.
Want to see how fun last year’s night was? Check out our Facebook photo galleries here – Album 1 and Album 2.
The Rotary Club of Indianapolis will be going offsite for our luncheon program to one of the city’s hottest spring locations on Tuesday, April 24. Join us!
Register today for our club’s lunch at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields. The program will begin with a lovely boxed lunch for networking, a program presented by the Ruth Lilly Deputy Director for Horticulture and Natural Resources Jonathan M. Wright and if you can, stay for a tour of their incredible outdoor natural exhibit, Hello Spring.
Please note the alternate timing for this great program:
Boxed Lunch in the Sutphin Fountain Room:11:30-12:30
Program in DeBoest Lecture Hall: 12:30-1:15
Optional Tours of Hello Spring:1:15-2:15
Free onsite parking available. Guests always welcome; advance registrations are required for this unique insider look.
The Rotary Club of Indianapolis is proud to announce our recently elected Board of Directors who will serve two terms from July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2020. We look forward to their leadership!
Katie Abernathy
Ken File
Andrea Geiger
Ryan Goodwin
Jannett Keesling
Tracey Danner-Odenwelder
Lisa Rollings
The Rotary Club of Indianapolis prides itself on bringing incredible speakers to our Tuesday programs. Each week, for just $25, you walk away enriched and 
energized! We meet every Tuesday at Ivy Tech Culinary Conference Center at 2820 N. Meridian Street. Our lunch buffet opens at 11:45 and always ends by 1:15. Tables of eight for just $200 can be reserved by emailing Jamie Stahl.
The line up for the remaining Rotary year is almost complete and we’re happy to share that we’ll be sending you off with a bang.June 19- Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett
June 26- Celebration Dinner in evening, no lunch meeting