• Thursday, July 23rd, Rotary Family Night at the Indianapolis Zoo

    Thursday, July 23rd, Rotary Family Night at the Indianapolis Zoo

    Thursday, July 23rd, Rotary Family Night at the Indianapolis Zoo, 4:30-8pm

    Free ride tickets, Concert by Mina & the Wondrous Flying Machine, walrus demonstration & Q/A with a trainer! Please register through Angie Davis at adavis@wilsonstpierre.com by Tuesday, July 14th! Tickets are good for the entire day so come early or spend the afternoon with family & friends! Group rates and free parking are available for this event!

    $13 Adults, $9 Kids, $12 Seniors (62+) Deadline to purchase tickets: July 14, 2015

  • July 7, Indy Rotary: John Germ, Rotary International President 2016-2017

    John joined Rotary in 1976 and has served R.I. as district governor, committee member, delegate to and Chairman of the Council on Legislation, task force zone and area coordinator,  Aide to 2007-08 RI President, Chairman of the nominating committee 2011-12 , 2012-13 & 2014-15, International Assembly Training Leader (two years), Vice Chair of TRF  Stewardship Committee, Chairman of TRF Investment Committee and TRF Finance Committee, Vice Chairman of the Bangkok Convention Committee, Chairman of  Rotary’s  U.S.$200 Million Challenge Committee from 1 December 2007 thru 30 June 2012, as well as 2014 Chairman for IPPC and an advisor to the RI Communications Committee.

    He has received RI.’s Service Above Self Award and The Rotary Foundation’s Citation for Meritorious Service and Distinguished Service Award. He and his wife, Judy, are Benefactors and members of the Arch Klumph Society of the Rotary Foundation. They have four children and six grandchildren.

    July 7, Indy Rotary: Mark Blade, Rotary District Governor 6560 Induction Ceremony
    Indianapolis Rotarian Mark Blade became 6560 District Governor on July 1, 2015 and will be “officially” installed on July 7, 2015. Mark has been an Indianapolis Rotarian since 2003.  He served as President of the Indianapolis Club from 2010-2011, He is a is a James Whitcomb Riley Fellow and Paul Harris Fellow. He has been or currently is a member of the  following committees: ZONE 30, Rotary District 6560, Alumni/Alumni Development, Council of Past District Governors, District Conference Planning Committee, District Conference  Planning Committee Chair, District Grants, District Support Team, Executive Leadership Team, Finance Committee, Rotary District 6560 Foundation, indianapolis District Liason,  Indianapolis Programs Committee.

  • June 30, Indy Rotary: Annual Rotary Club of Indianapolis Service Above Self Celebration Dinner

    Join us on June 30 as we recognize and celebrate members of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis, the 2014-2015 Rotary year of President Matt Burnett and the Retirement of Executive Director Susie Harmless.

    Registration will begin at 5:00, cash bar and passed hors d’oeuvres 5:15 to 6:00 PM, dinner at 6:15, program at 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM adjourn.

    HORS D’OEUVRE

    Mozzarella en Carrozza with Fresh Mozzarella and hand battered with Herbed Breadcrumbs and topped with Caper, Mayo, Candied Bacon Spoon with a Three Cheese Frittata Garnished with Caper Mayonnaise and Dill

    SALAD

    Strawberry Salad -Field Greens with a Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette, garnished with fresh Strawberries and
    Macadamia Nuts, Shrimp Shooter Glass, Parmesan Lavash Garnish

    ENTREE

    • Boneless Chicken Breast with Cognac Green Peppercorn Cream Sauce
    • Carrot Soufflé
    • Steamed Broccolini garnished with Matchstick Potatoes

    SPECIAL MEAL (Vegetarian – please make this selection when you pay for your tickets)

    Seared Cauliflower with an Olive Relish on top of Tomato Braised Lentils and Parsley Oil

    DESSERT

    Thomas’ Famous Chocolate Mousse Cake served with Whipped Cream and a fanned Strawberry

    Have questions about 2015 Annual Rotary Club of Indianapolis Service Above Self Celebration Dinner? Contact Rotary Club of Indianapolis

  • June 23, Indy Rotary: Tom Linebarger, CEO / Chairman, Cummins, Inc.

    Tom Linebarger became Chairman and CEO of Cummins Inc., the largest independent maker of diesel engines and related products in the world, on January 1, 2012.  Prior to becoming Chairman and CEO, he served as President and COO from 2008 to 2011, Executive Vice President and President, Power Generation Business from 2003 to 2008, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from 2000 to 2003, and Vice President, Supply Chain Management from 1998 to 2000.

    Tom grew up in California and in 1986 received joint undergraduate degrees in management engineering from Claremont McKenna College and mechanical engineering from Stanford University. He later returned to Stanford University to earn an MS in manufacturing systems from the School of Engineering and an MBA from the Graduate School of Business in 1993.

  • June 16, Indy Rotary: Rotarian and Senator Richard Lugar and Rotarian Tom Lugar, My Brother Dick…My Brother Tom

    Senator Dick Lugar and Tom Lugar are two of the most respected members of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis. Their accomplishments on behalf of the club, the community, the state, and our nation are indisputable.  Dick was honored as the club’s Rotarian of the Century, and Tom served with distinction as club president.

    Their presentation, “My Brother Dick…My Brother Tom” will focus on life with one of America’s favorite sons (Senator Dick Lugar) and Dick will discuss the life and career of Tom Lugar.

    The discussion will include topics such as the Lugar family values, how they developed their amazing work ethics, who were their role models, how and when did they work together, their biggest career breaks, fondest family memories and the impact Rotary has had on their lives.

  • Longtime Rotarian Marge Tarplee Passes Away

    Longtime Rotarian Marge Tarplee Passes Away

    Past Rotarian (for 24 years), Marjorie C. Tarplee died after a short illness Friday, June 12, 2015. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Maud and Wilber Clark. She was married for 50 years to her husband, Dr. Robert Tarplee, who died in 1999. She was a member of 2nd Presbyterian Church. Marge played a significant role in the business role of Indianapolis, but became an even more prominent and influential figure in the city’s civic and philanthropic circles. She was corporate secretary for Central Newspapers, Inc. and president of the Central Newspapers Foundation when the Pulliam family owned the Indianapolis Star and Indianapolis News, as well as other news properties. See more

  • Rotary Beats Kiwanis

    Rotary Beats Kiwanis

    2015 Rotary softball teamThe two year drought is over! The Rotary Club of Indianapolis have won-back the coveted Babe Ruth Softball trophy from the Kiwanis Club of Indianapolis.

    “No guarantees this year,” said team manager and coach Greg Albright. This was the announcement from the podium in May as the team geared-up for the 2015 game. “We have a really good team, but we need your support to bring home the Babe this year!”

    Support was certainly given as nearly 130 Rotarians, family and friends turned out for the Annual Rotary verses Kiwanis softball game at Victory Field on June 15. The game coordinated by Rotarian Cal Burleson, Manager of the Indianapolis Indians and Max Schumacher, Owner of the Indianapolis Indians has been an yearly social event for over 30 years. While no one has kept records of wins and losses, the game has been a fun gathering for both clubs to capture bragging rights each year.

    To recap the actual game, this year the Rotary team was behind nearly the entire game. Both teams struggled with bright sun hot weather conditions throughout the game. But Kiwanis had the edge in both offense and defense. “They had a couple of amazing players this year” said Albright. “There were several balls blasted over the heads of our outfield. And, we were playing near the warning tracks!” For a softball to go that far at a pro-level baseball field is saying something. For the first four innings, the Rotary team could not catch-up and at one point were down by five runs. But the team gathered momentum, a few runs and by the top of the sixth and last inning, the Rotary team rallied back to lead by two runs, 9 to 7. The bottom of the sixth inning was the last opportunity for Kiwanis to catch-up, but it never happened and Rotary left Victory Field – victorious.

    “I’ve been playing this game for over a decade,” said Albright. “Each year I think I’ve assembled the best team I’ve ever had and it never ceases to amaze me how close the games end-up being from year-to-year. You just never know!”

    For the past two years the Indianapolis Rotary Foundation has also benefited from the softball game. This year, the club raised nearly $350.00 for the local Foundation, which provides grants to both Rotary members and outside organizations.

    See more photos, here (courtesy of Bill Bubenzer).

  • July 23 – Rotary Family Night at the Zoo!

    Join Rotary for a Family Fun Night at the Zoo! The Indianapolis Zoo empowers people and communities, both locally and globally, to advance animal conservation. The Zoo is a world-renowned facility and the first to be accredited as a zoo, an aquarium, and a botanical garden by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the American Association of Museums. Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium to know you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things.

    Tickets are only $13 (adults), $9 kids and $12 for Seniors (62+). Deadline to purchase tickets: July 14, 2015
    Contact Angie Davis with questions: adavis@wilsonstpierre.com

    Fill-out this form to reserve your space.

  • June 9, Rotary Success Stories, Phyllis Geeslin and Jim McClelland

    Rotarian, Phyllis Geeslin has been the President and CEO of the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site since 1993. Under her leadership, the museum has undergone a far-reaching transformation. Phyllis has created a forward-thinking institution that mirrors much larger museums in our own community and across the nation. Under her direction, she has instilled a spirit that is intent on educating the state and nation of the vital message that is the extensive Harrison family legacy.

    On April 22, 2015, Rotarian Jim McClelland retired as President and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Central Indiana after 41 years in that position. He continues to work part-time as an advisor to the Goodwill Industries Foundation.

    During his career with the Indianapolis-based Goodwill, the organization grew from 558 to more than 3,200 employees and from $3 million to $130 million in annual revenue. Upon Jim’s retirement, the organization consisted of 57 retail stores, e-commerce operations, 10 commercial services sites employing over 300 people, and 10 charter high schools with a total of more than 3,200 students.

  • Need Volunteers – June 20, Landscape a Monastery

    Need Volunteers – June 20, Landscape a Monastery

    Benedict-2015In an effort to show that the Rotary Club of Indianapolis is fully engaged in Indy Do Day and all that it stands for, Rotary Club of Indianapolis worked on a landscaping project on, June 20 at the Benedict Inn / Our Lady of Grace Monastery. Sign-up today!

    Check out photos from 2014.