Every year, the Rotary Club of Indianapolis competes with our friends at the downtown Kiwanis Club to see who can raise the most for The Salvation Army!
We will be ringing bells December 5th, 10th, and 17th from noon till 7 p.m. at the Kroger at 71st and Binford Ave. We had a great response to our bell ringing ask and all 42 slots have been filled. Thank you!
NOW you can help us raise much needed funds for The Salvation Army. You can make your donation by visiting our Rotarian ringers at Kroger, mail your contribution to the Rotary Office at 133 W. Market Street, Suite 232, Indianapolis, IN 46204 or donate online.
Let’s work together to support the work of The Salvation Army and make it the best season ever!
Category: Latest News
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Salvation Army
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December 4: 4-Way Test
The 4-Way Test Program is an amazing opportunity which allows Rotarians to interact with students, giving them ideas/techniques and tactics for great decision making throughout their lives!
These activities are vital to the student’s growth and foundation, and we promise the experience is rewarding, eye-opening and fun!
Join us for our 4-Way Test on Wednesday, December 4 from 8:30 to 10:30 am at Christel House South Academy.
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing
It is fast approaching that time of year – Salvation Army Bell Ringing! Please sign up to “ring the bells” for the Salvation Army this year. It is a very long tradition with our Rotary Club. And in recent years we have made it a competition with Kiwanis!! It is no secret we would like to win this year.
Please sign up on the Google sheet – all are welcome to more than one time slot! We will ring the bells December 5, December 12, and December 19 at the entrance of Kroger at 71st & Binford Ave. Slots are for one hour 12:00 noon – 6:00 p.m.. The Salvation Army will drop off a Red Kettle at Noon and pick it up at 7:00 p.m. Thanks in advance for your help!
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Tuesday Programs Relocating to The Rathskeller Effective Immediately
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Rotary Club of Indianapolis will be moving our weekly Tuesday programs to The Rathskeller starting this Tuesday, November 5, 2024. All committee meetings scheduled for before and after our weekly programs will also be relocated to The Rathskeller.
Programs and Lunch
The cost for members to attend programs and have lunch will remain the same. The Rathskeller will offer a limited lunch menu for personal meal selections. You may purchase your program and meal ticket ahead of time on Square or on-site when you arrive at the registration table. If you are purchasing lunch, then you will present your meal ticket to the waiter who will take your order.
Parking
There are several parking options available near The Rathskeller:
– Murat Shrine Parking Lot: Free parking available; just walk a block south on North New Jersey Street to The Rathskeller (corner of E. Michigan and N. New Jersey Streets).
– Metered Street Parking: Available on Michigan Street, New Jersey Street, Massachusetts Avenue, East Street, and Vermont Street, starting at $1.75/hour.
– Block 20 Parking Garage: Located just east of The Rathskeller at 428 N. East Street. Reserve your parking ahead of time online and use coupon code: BIERGARTEN23 for $5 off parking.
We thank you in advance for your patience and grace as we make this transition to a new location. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Stan Jacobs, Jamie Hanan, Marie Koenig, or any of the other officers. -
Rotary Volunteer Shirt Store Reopened
We are excited to announce that Rotary Volunteer T-Shirts are available again! We would love for Rotarians to wear these shirts at volunteer events to represent our club.
Huge thank you to fellow Rotarian, Erin Smith Pennington, the owner of Spotlight Strategies, who has graciously set this up for us and donated the set-up costs.
Order your shirt here. NOTE: All orders must be placed before midnight on Monday, November 4. Your item(s) can be shipped or picked up at Rotary on Tuesday, November 19.
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Sargent Road Beautification Project
Last Saturday, our dedicated team of ten Rotarians from the Environment & Beautification Committee, along with five enthusiastic guests, gathered at Sargent Road Nature Park for a rewarding day of service.
We undertook two significant projects aimed at enhancing the park’s accessibility and beauty. The first project involved improving the new entrance to the park. We moved earth, secured landscape fabric, and added fresh mulch, creating a welcoming entryway for visitors.
Our second project focused on the gravel path, which had been affected by heavy rain. We cleared away the washed-out gravel, laid down a plastic lattice for stability, and then carefully replaced the gravel, ensuring a smooth and safe walking surface.
While the tasks were physically demanding, the camaraderie and shared purpose made the experience truly enjoyable. A heartfelt thank you to Ben Miller and Mud Creek Conservancy for partnering with us and enabling our volunteer efforts to have a positive impact on the community. Together, we’re making a difference!
Sargent Road Nature Park is located at the southeast corner of 82nd Street and Sargent Road in the Castleton area and is open from dawn to dusk.
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October 5: Service Opportunity
On Saturday, October 5th from 9:00 until noon, Rotarians will help out at Sargent Road Nature Park (Southeast corner of 82nd St and Sargent Rd.) We’ll fix an erosion site and improve the area around the new gate. We are in need of 15 volunteers. To participate, email Norm Melzer at normmelzer@gmail.com. He’ll respond with a list of tools needed. Thanks for your help!
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Rotary Golf Awards
In this year’s Rotary Cup, the Blue Team emerged victorious, under the leadership of Tom Fodor and Luke Cathcart. The Gold Team Captains, Bruce Glor and Tom Richardson, had the honor of presenting the trophy during Tuesday’s program. Several individuals were recognized for their outstanding contributions. Joe Gaafar earned the Golfer of the Year award, while Mills Bergmann was named the Rookie of the Year. Brien Richmond was acknowledged as the Sub of the Year, and Tom Fisher received the Most Valuable Squirrel. Congratulations to all!