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  • Growing Rotary 2016 Celebration

    Growing Rotary 2016 Celebration

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    “Growing Rotary 2016 Celebration”
    Tuesday, June 28
    Scottish Rite Cathedral Ballroom

    Tickets:

    $25.00 – Hilton Hotels & Suites VIP Reception (this reception is in the Tilers Room at the Scottish Rite Cathedral)

    $50.00 – Bedel Financial Dinner (Ballroom of the Scottish Rite Cathedral)

    NOTE: PREPAID lunch subscribers pay only $34.00 for the dinner. All PREPAID subscribers MUST call the Rotary office at 631-3733 to make this special payment. No discount on the VIP Reception.

    Registration Closed

    Décor will be a summer garden party with lots of colorful blooms and lush greenery. The tables will be set with festive floral centerpieces donated and offered for sale as the end of the evening for a contribution to Rotary.

    5:30 pm Hilton Hotels & Suites VIP Reception (in the Scottish Rite Cathedral Tilers Room) will include live cocktail music performed by David Leonards and Steve Harris, a signature cocktail (included in price of the ticket), appetizers and lively conversation.

    6:30 pm Bedel Financial Dinner will be plated and served.

    The program will be hosted by President Jeff and will include awards for retiring members from both the Club and Foundation boards, the Rotarian of the Year and awards selected by the outgoing president. This will be followed by the installation of the new president and her brief remarks.

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    Indianapolis Hilton Hotel and Suites
    VIP COCKTAIL RECEPTION

    • “Fizzy” carbonated Cantaloupe and Prosciutto Skewers
    • Beef Tenderloin Canape with Artichokes, Horseradish, and Dill topped with Micro Greens
    • Parmesan Tuile Cone filled with Cabernet Jelly and topped with Pomegranate Cream Cheese, Duck Bacon and Citrus Micros
    • Nitro Feta Foam served with Honey, Mini Fried Pickles, Fried Olives and Dried Figs

    Bedel Financial Consulting Celebration Dinner

    COCKTAIL HOUR
    • Homemade Gazpacho Soup
    • Beef Tenderloin Canape with Artichokes, Horseradish, and Dill topped with Micro Greens

    SALAD
    Strawberry Salad – Field Greens garnished with fresh Strawberries and Macadamia Nuts with a Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette Served

    ENTREE
    • White Wine Poached Chicken Thigh
    • a Porcini Mushroom Madeira Cream Sauce
    • Fresh Green Beans Almondine with Basil
    • Red Skin Potatoes filled with Sweet Potatoes
    • Golden Squash Shoots

    DESSERT
    • Caramel Apple Parfait garnished with an Apple Chip or Gourmet Brownie Bites topped with Chocolate Whipped Cream and Sprinkled with Mint Crystals

    Celebration Planning Team: Abby Bean, Stan Jacobs, Jeff Lake, David Leonards, Bryna O’Neill, Erin Smith, Tiffany Wesseler, Kelly Tingle, Greg Albright and Alice McColgin, Chair.

  • May 10, Tanya Walton Pratt, Judge of the US District Court

    May 10, Tanya Walton Pratt, Judge of the US District Court

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    Judge Tanya Walton Pratt was appointed to the United States District Court, Southern District of Indiana, on June 15, 2010.  She was nominated for appointment by President Barack H. Obama and unanimously confirmed by the full United States Senate.

    Judge Pratt began her legal career in the law firm, Moss & Walton.  She served as a county Public Defender and as Master Commissioner in the Marion Superior Court, Indianapolis, Indiana.  She was elected to the Marion Superior Court in November 1996, 2002 and 2008.

    Judge Pratt is active in several bar associations, community groups, and legal education organizations, and has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors, including Outstanding Judge of the Year Award in 2002, and several honorary doctorate degrees.

    Judge Pratt received her B.A. from Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia and her law degree from Howard University School of Law in Washington, D.C.  She is married to Marion Superior Court Judge Marcel Pratt; they have one daughter

  • The Rotary Club of Indianapolis hosting Tavis Smiley on Friday, May 20th

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis hosting Tavis Smiley on Friday, May 20th

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis will host Tavis Smiley on Friday, May 20th in the Reilly Room at Atherton Union on Butler University’s Campus

    The evening will include a free signed copy of Tavis’ latest book, “50 For Your Future: Lessons from Down the Road.”  On these gorgeously illustrated pages, you’ll find the hard-won wisdom of media mogul and social entrepreneur, who rose from humble roots in a cramped Indiana trailer to become a critically acclaimed host of television and radio, as well as an impactful philanthropist. Through his relationships with cultural luminaries such as Maya Angelou and Quincy Jones, and personal mentors such as Rosa Parks and Peter Jennings —Smiley has learned what it takes to live your best life. We invite you to network with the community and join us as Tavis shares a few stories from the book and signs copies for guests.

    Tickets for the evening include appetizers and a signed copy of “50 for Your Future.” Cash Bar available.

    If you can’t attend the event, we encourage you to buy a ticket and we’ll DONATE it to Big Brothers Big Sisters so they can enjoy the program.

    Presented by: The Rotary Club of Indianapolis, Community Management Services, Inc., WFYI and Efroymson Diversity Center at Butler University

     

  • May 3, Rodney Mann, Executive Director, Scottish Rite Cathedral and Past Presidents Day

    May 3, Rodney Mann, Executive Director, Scottish Rite Cathedral and Past Presidents Day

    Rodney Mann, Executive Director, Scottish Rite Cathedral
    Although the Rotary Club of Indianapolis meets in the beautiful ballroom of the Scottish Rite Cathedral each Tuesday, many members may not know the history of the building or what being a Freemason is all about.

    Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Indianapolis Scottish Rite Cathedral in downtown Indianapolis is a magnificent example of Tudor-Gothic architecture and is the home of Freemason member activities, as well as public and community events. Freemasons believe in personal honor, principle, moral and ethical behavior, and setting a good example. There is natural synergy between the Scottish Rite Cathedral, Freemasons and the Rotary Club of Indianapolis. Mr. Mann will end his presentation slightly early and there will be an optional tour of the Scottish Rite Cathedral just afterward. 

    Past Presidents Day
    Each year, Rotary recognizes Past Presidents of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis for their past and continued service to our club. Please join us and help us celebrate these important individuals on May 3.

  • Bowling League Completes Another Season

    2016-BowlingOn April 26th at the Maple Creek Golf Club, the Rotary Club of Indianapolis Bowling League completed another successful year with their annual Bowling Banquet! While there are no “official” records to support the date of its inception, it is presumed the Bowling League was started in the 1950s.

    Bruce Glor (pictured far left) was elected the new Bowling League President at the annual event. Additionally, the league awarded prizes and held a special “raffle.” (Also pictured: Lynn Cuppy, Mac Fehsenfeld, Gerry Zimmerman)

    For the 2016 season the Bowling League is looking for two teams of 4 four and two substitutes. All bowling activities will take place at Woodland Bowl at 96th & Keystone. Join the fun and forge some new friendships with other Rotarians.

    If you are interested, login to the Membership portal and please contact Jennifer Hobbs or Bruce Glor to get started!

  • Kenya Global Grant CG# 1415381- Final Report

    Kenya Global Grant CG# 1415381- Final Report

    Your Rotary dollars at work! Investing is Kilimambogo Kenya!

    Support given by these Rotary Clubs and Districts:

    Edgbaston Convention
    Stratford-Upon-Avon
    District #1060 UK

    Indianapolis, IN, District #6560, USA

    Carlisle, PA, District #7390, USA

    Hanau, Germany
    Thika, Kenya

    Projects:
    -Truck for Rotary Dental Clinic
    -Portable Dental Unit
    -Water Sanitation
    -Water Irrigation
    -Septic System Installation
    -New Toilet Installation
    -60,000 Liter Rainwater Storage Tank

    Kenya Global Grant Final Report Feb 2016 PowerPoint

  • April 26, High School Honors Day with Former Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann

    High School Honors Day

    Each year, Rotary recognizes the top high school students in Marion County. Please do not miss this annual event coordinated by the Education Committee of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis.

    Former Lieutenant Governor Sue Ellspermann
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    Sue Ellspermann served as Indiana’s 50th Lieutenant Governor including statutory responsibilities as the Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development and President of the Indiana Senate. She managed six state agencies including:

    • Office of Small Business and Entrepreneurship
    • Indiana Office of Tourism
    • Indiana State Department of Agriculture
    • Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority
    • Office of Community and Rural Affairs
    • Office of Defense Development

    Sue chaired the Blue Ribbon Panel on Transportation Infrastructure prioritizing transportation projects over the next decade and co-chaired the Rural Broadband Working Group focused on increasing bandwidth to rural areas of Indiana. Sue was also vice-chair of the Indiana Career Council and chaired the Implementation Committee for a strategic plan which aligns K-12, Higher Education and workforce development efforts to employer needs including a statewide goal of 60% of Hoosier workers having post-secondary credentials by 2025.

  • April 19, Professor Tom Turpin, Purdue University

    April 19, Professor Tom Turpin, Purdue University

    Back for a return speaking engagement with the Rotary Club of Indianapolis is Professor Tom Turpin from Purdue University’s Entomology Department. Professor Turpin will be sharing his insight into Honey Bees and pollinators. How important could it be for us to learn about a bunch of bees? Well, consider that Honey Bees add over $15 billion to US agricultural production and do almost 80% of all crop pollination. It’s been reported by the Nature Conservancy that “the number of honey bee colonies has dropped to about 2.5 million from more than 4 million in the 1970s.” and “ It cannot be denied that the honey bee is the greatest pollinating machine when it comes to agriculture.” Whether pesticides are to blame or Colony Collapse Disorder or something else, Professor Turpin will be sure to raise our Bee IQ regarding this situation and potential causes which are being hotly debated in the scientific and environmental communities.

  • April 12, Clay Robinson, Sun King Co-Founder and Brewer

    On Tuesday, April 12, The Rotary Club of Indianapolis invites Sun King Co-Founder and Brewer Clay Robinson to speak. Over seven years, Sun King Brewing Company created over 100 jobs, expanded its plant and contributed significantly to the economy of greater Indianapolis. “If you want to be a community leader, you’ve got to support those who share your vision,” points out co-founder/brewer Clay Robinson. “Sun King is proud to continually work with hundreds of organizations that help achieve our mission of enriching Hoosier lives one pint at a time.”

    Rotarian Brian Willsey of Hotel Tango Artisan Distillery will have a special one-on-one discussion with Clay Robinson at this very unique Tuesday Rotary program!

    Don’t forget to bring $3 for a guided beer sampling of Sun King products during the Program.

  • April 6, Rotary 5:31 Club, Nada

    April 6, Rotary 5:31 Club, Nada

    Rotary is excited that nada will be hosting our next 5:31 Club on April 6, 5:31 to 7:30pm!
    All are welcome – please join us!

    For more details, contact the
    Rotary office at 317-631-3733.

    nada is located at
    11 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

    Reservations and punctuality not required! 5:31 meet-and-greets are our most popular event get-togethers. They are a fun way to get to know folks outside of our regular Tuesday programs. We always meet at a new location somewhere in the city and it is never dull!