Category: Social Networking

  • Oct 2: Participate in our 6th Annual Chili Cook-Off!

    Join us for a special edition of the 5:31 Club which includes the 6th annual Chili Cook-off at Triton Tap Room, 915 Broad Ripple Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220, on Wednesday, October 2.

    Throw your hat into the ring. Register with David Leonards at ieb@prodigy.net by Tuesday, September 24th if you think you have the best chili in Rotary. Win bragging rights for the entire year!

    Are you a new member? We are inviting YOU to be our judges for this prestigious event. Email David Leonards to be a judge for the 6th Annual Chili Cook-off.

  • August 5:31 Club: Brickyard Crossing Smokehouse

    August 5:31 Club: Brickyard Crossing Smokehouse

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

    WHEN: Wednesday, August 7th from 5:31 pm till 7:00 or 7:30 pm, or anytime in between.

    WHERE: 4400 W 16th St, Indianapolis, IN

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

  • 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 29: Annual Rotary Vs Kiwanis Softball Game

    July 29: Annual Rotary Vs Kiwanis Softball Game

    2018 Rotary Club of Indianapolis Softball Team

    Please join us as the Indianapolis Indians host the Annual Rotary vs Kiwanis Softball Game on Monday, July 29. Help us bring home the Babe!

    Game time is at 5:05 p.m., with an Indians game beginning at 7:05 p.m. Each ticket is $16.00. $2 of every ticket will go to our own Indianapolis Rotary Foundation. Register and pay here!

    Please purchase tickets no later than Sunday, July 21. Physical tickets will be distributed at the Rotary program on Tuesday, July 23. If you are unable to pick-up your tickets at the July 23 Rotary program, they will be provided at the Indianapolis Indians Will Call office on July 29.

    Details:
    Gates open at 5 p.m. (3rd base side)
    Softball game starts at 5:05 p.m. (approximately) to 6:05 p.m.
    Indianapolis Indians game starts at 7:05 p.m.

  • June 5:31 Club, LouVino on Mass Ave.

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

    WHAT: LouVino is known for white and red wine flights, over 60 wines by the glass, bourbon, craft beer, cocktails, and adventurous Southern-inspired small plates.

    WHEN: Wednesday, June 5th, from 5:31 pm till 7:00 or 7:30 pm, or anytime in between.

    WHERE: 530 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 140, Indianapolis, IN 46204.

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

    ETC: Street parking and 530 North Street parking garage are available.

    NOTE: There is one flight of steps, no elevator, to work up an appetite and thirst!

  • May 5:31 Club: Go-Karts & Gathering

    May 5:31 Club: Go-Karts & Gathering

    Join Rotary friends for two 5:31 Club events on May 1. 2019:

    1. Race high-performance go-karts at Speedway Indoor Karting starting at 5:31 pm. (1067 Main Street, Speedway)
    2. 1911 Grill, right next door.

    If you want to race go-karts, great! You’ll receive training and then race against the clock on the indoor track.

    Regular “license” and participation fees apply.

    Race first (or skip that part) and then enjoy food and beverages at 1911 Grill.

    Your friends are waiting for you…

  • Our Office Has Moved…..

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis office is now located at the Glossbrenner Mansion. The new mailing address is 3202 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208 and the new phone number is 317-829-1041. Please update your records.

  • April 5:31 Club

    April 5:31 Club

    Join Rotary friends and guests at The Ale Emporium  for fun, frivolity, conversation, beverages (over 200 domestic and imported beers) and food (home of Honest Pizza and famous Hermanaki Wings).

    • April 3rd, from 5:31 pm till 7:00 pm, or whenever you can be there.
    • 8617 Allisonville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46250
    • No agenda, just the regular, monthly social get-together.
    • Free parking.
    • Regular 5:31-ers will be joined by members of the World Community Service Committee this month.
    • This is a sanctioned event for all March Mania Team Captains and members.
  • March Membership Mania Tournament: Events Timeline

    During March, the Rotary Club of Indianapolis is hosting our March Membership Mania Tournament! We have planned special events to showcase the Best of Rotary during March. If you have been interested in ramping up your Rotary engagement, now is the time! Most events require advance registration, but are free to attend. Below are the links to our special events.

    March 8
    Indiana Historical Society Conservation Lab Presentation with the History Committee
    Indiana Historical Society, 12 p.m. Lunch in the Stardust Cafe and 1 p.m. Presentation
    Contact Phyllis Geeslin at phydster@comcast.net to register.

    March 9
    March Mania Meet Up
    Informal coffee and conversation for current and/or prospective members of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis
    Neidhammer Coffee Co, 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    Register here

    March 13
    Celebrity H-O-R-S-E Tournament
    Join local personalities for this BIG fun networking and social event. Winner of the tournament will receive $500 for their favorite charity.
    Hinkle Fieldhouse, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
    Register here

    March 16
    Classroom Makeover Project
    The 2019 Classroom Makeover top prize for the Indianapolis Teaching Fellows was awarded to Jennifer Elmore with KIPP Indy Unite. Join us to help makeover Jennifer’s classroom.
    KIPP Indy Unite, 1740 E 30th Street, Indianapolis
    Contact Greg Albright at galbright@marian.edu to participate.

    March 21
    Volunteer at Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana
    Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana, 3737 Waldemere Ave., 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    Register here by March 18 to participate.

    March 22
    NCAA Bracket Party
    Join friends and guests in a private room at Scotty’s Dawghouse to watch NCAA basketball. Beverages, food, basketball and Rotarians!
    Scotty’s Dawghouse, 4702 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
    Register here

    March 23
    Teach for America Classroom Makeover Project
    The 2019 Teach for America Classroom Makeover top prize was awarded to JaVaughn Hardaway with Longfellow Middle School. Join us to help makeover JaVaughn’s classroom.
    Longfellow Middle School, 510 Laurel Street, Indianapolis
    Contact Greg Albright at galbright@marian.edu to participate.

    March 23
    Indy Animal Care Services Volunteer Opportunity
    Help spruce up the exterior of Indy Animal Care Services.
    Indy Animal Care Services, 2600 S. Harding Street, Indianapolis, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
    Contact Marie Koenig koenigmarie55@gmail.com

    March 27
    Coffee & Conversation at the Colts Complex
    This is a rare, behind the scenes access to our very own Indianapolis Colts complex. Our speaker will be Stephanie Pemberton, Vice President of Marketing for the Indianapolis Colts.
    Colts Complex, 7001 W 56th Street, Indianapolis, 8 a.m. – 9 a.m.
    Register here

    March 27
    Live After Five
    Live After Five is an interactive young professionals networking event where Indy connects! On Air Personalities from Hot96.3, RadioNOW100.9 and La Grande 105.1 will be in the mix and broadcasting live on location. There will guest speaker to give career advice in different areas. We will be collecting donations of toiletries for Dove Recovery House.
    Gavel, 902 Virginia Avenue, Suite 102, Indianapolis, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
    Register here M

    April 3
    5:31 Club at Ale Emporium
    Join Rotary friends and guests at The Ale Emporium for fun, frivolity, conversation, beverages (over 200 domestic and imported beers) and food (home of Honest Pizza and famous Hermanaki Wings).
    Ale Emporium, 8617 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, 5:31 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.
    Register here

  • February 28: Coffee and Conversation with Janet Holcomb, First Lady of Indiana

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis Coffee and Conversation series gives you a chance to hear from a fascinating person in a cool location. February’s Coffee and Conversation is being hosted by First Lady of Indiana Janet Holcomb in the Governor’s Mansion on February 28 at 8 a.m.! Join us as we spend an hour chatting with the First Lady and learning more about her love of horses, fine arts, and much more. We’ve been told that First Dog Henry might even make an appearance.

    Attendees must be registered in order to attend. Click here to register.