• September 10: Phyllis Boyd

    September 10: Phyllis Boyd

    Join us Tuesday to hear from Phyllis Boyd the Director of Indy Parks. Boyd oversees 216 parks, 11,608 acres, aquatic centers, dog parks, family and nature centers, annual programs and activities, and so much more. Assuming the director’s role in November 2021, Boyd and her dedicated staff connect communities by providing enriching experiences for all that inspire healthy living, social engagement, and a love of nature.
     
    Boyd previously worked as executive director of Groundwork Indy, a non-profit organization that employs youth to work on community-based projects that equitably enhance environmental, economic, and social well-being. Before joining Groundwork Indy, she practiced landscape architecture and urban planning in the for-profit sector, where her work focused on sustainable design and planning, and supporting efforts of diverse communities to transform their built environments into meaningful, relevant, and life-enhancing places. 
     
    Boyd holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Indiana University in Bloomington and is a two-time alumna of The University of Texas at Austin, where she received her Master of Arts in Botany in 1997 and her Master of Landscape Architecture in 2006.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at the Murat Shrine reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. If registering on site we accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.

    Lunch and networking start at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.  

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    If joining via a mobile phone for audio only click one of the following numbers: 
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    Upcoming Programs: 
    September 17: Kate Sweeney Bell, Marion County Clerk
    September 24: Julie Schmalz, Founder & CEO, Fortune’s Fool Whiskey
    October 1: Rotary Success Story with David Leonards, Founder, International Entertainment Bureau, New Member Recognition & Guest Day
  • Rotary Volunteer Shirts Available

    Rotary Volunteer Shirts Available

    We are excited to announce that Rotary Volunteer T-Shirts are available! 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 September 15th, 2024!

  • September 4: 5:31 Club




    Join the Rotary Club of Indianapolis 5:31 Club at Plump’s Last Shot on Wednesday, September 4.

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

    What: No agenda, just the regular monthly social get-together.

    When: Wednesday, September 4 at 5:31 p.m.

    Where: Plump’s Last Shot, 6416 Cornell Ave. in Broad Ripple

    Outdoor patio, weather permitting. 
  • September 3: Lugar Monument Unveiling & Reception

    September 3: Lugar Monument Unveiling & Reception




    Please join us Tuesday for a special event of the unveiling of the Senator Richard G. Lugar Monument at Bicentennial Plaza at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The event will begin at 10 am and the keynote address will be given by Former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. Doors will open at 9 am and complimentary parking is available at the Virginia Avenue Garage.  

    After the unveiling join us at RATIO for a special reception. Mix and mingle with fellow Rotarians and community members as we celebrate this momentous occasion. Enjoy appetizers, drinks, and engaging conversations. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to honor Senator Lugar’s legacy.

    Register to attend the reception by August 30 on Eventbrite. 
      Special thanks to our event sponsor Blue & Co., LLC.



    Upcoming Programs: 
    September 10: Phyllis Boyd, Director, Indy Parks & Recreation
    September 17: Kate Sweeney Bell, Marion County Clerk
    September 24: Julie Schmalz, Founder & CEO, Fortune’s Fool Whiskey
    October 1: Rotary Success Story with David Leonards, Founder, International Entertainment Bureau, New Member Recognition & Guest Day
  • August 27: Gail Lowry & Jonathan Hess

    August 27: Gail Lowry & Jonathan Hess



    Join us Tuesday as we hear the behind-the-scenes story of Rotarian of the Century and US Senator Richard Lugar from his past senior staffer, Gail Lowry, now the Chief Philanthropy Officer for Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana. In addition, we will hear from the esteemed artist, Jonathan Hess of Browning Day who is creating the statue of Senator Lugar that will be unveiled on Tuesday, September 3 at Bicentennial Unity Plaza.

    Gail Lowry joined Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana in January 2017. As the Chief Philanthropy Officer, she leads the strategic vision, leadership, overall day-to-day management, staff supervision, and coordination of the operational (budgetary and personnel) requirements for the development team. Gail has over 35 years of fundraising experience, and prior to joining Gleaners, was Vice President of Development and Alumni Engagement at Franklin College and a senior staffer to U.S. Senator Richard G. Lugar.

    For Jonathan Hess, every project is a new opportunity. From altering skylines to designing signature landmarks, Jonathan knows a trusted relationship is essential. He acts as a conduit for clients to realize their dreams and wishes in a project. He strives to amplify, reflect and focus on appropriate, creative solutions to their needs. With nearly 40 years in the industry, Jonathan’s favorite project is always the next one. His Hippocratic Oath: Make No Ugly. Jonathan is Principal and Chairman of the Board at Browning Day. 

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at the Murat Shrine reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. If registering on site we accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.

    Lunch and networking start at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.  

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    If joining via a mobile phone for audio only click one of the following numbers: 
    +13126266799,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (Chicago)
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    You can also join us from a landline phone.
    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
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    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    Upcoming Programs: 
    September 3: Senator Richard Lugar Monument Unveiling at Bicentennial Unity Plaza, Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 10 am with a Reception following at RATIO
    September 10: Phyllis Boyd, Director, Indy Parks & Recreation
    September 17: Kate Sweeney Bell, Marion County Clerk
    September 24: Julie Schmalz, Founder & CEO, Fortune’s Fool Whiskey

  • September 3: Rotary Reception

    Please register for the event on Eventbrite.

  • August 20: Brad Bobenmoyer

    August 20: Brad Bobenmoyer

    Join us Tuesday to hear from Brad Bobenmoyer the Vice President of Marketing for Young & Laramore. Young & Laramore is a national full-service advertising agency, whose services include strategic marketing and proprietary research, multi-platform media planning and buying through their media division, EchoPoint Media, and creative in every imaginable platform.

    Brad will share with us about Young & Laramore’s history, services and projects. Brad has been with Young & Laramore for 13 years, where he used to lead the Farm Bureau Insurance, Trane, Wolverine Footwear and Speedway accounts before taking over the reins of the new business team.
     
    Before joining Young & Laramore, he worked on brands including New Balance, Carhartt and Ford Motor Company as a strategic brand and business director in Chicago and Detroit.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at the Murat Shrine reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. If registering on site we accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.

    Lunch and networking start at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.  

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    If joining via a mobile phone for audio only click one of the following numbers: 
    +13126266799,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (Chicago)
    +19292056099,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (New York)

    You can also join us from a landline phone.
    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
            +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
         
    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    Upcoming Programs: 
    August 27: Behind the Scenes, Rotarian of the Century Richard Lugar – Gail Lowry, Past Senior Staffer, US Senator Lugar and Jonathan Hess, Principal, Browning Day 
    September 3: Senator Richard Lugar Monument Unveiling at Bicentennial Unity Plaza, Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 10 am
    September 10: Phyllis Boyd, Director, Indy Parks & Recreation
    September 17: Kate Sweeney Bell, Marion County Clerk
    September 24: Julie Schmalz, Founder & CEO, Fortune’s Fool Whiskey
  • August 13: Rob Dixon

    August 13: Rob Dixon

    Join us Tuesday to hear from Rob Dixon, the Artistic and Education Director for the Indianapolis Jazz Foundation, Northwestern Jazz Saxophone Lecturer and Director of the IU Jazz Ensemble.

    He will lead us through an engaging synopsis of Indiana music history from the great composers Hoagy Carmichael and Cole Porter to the iconic jazz legends, Wes Montgomery, JJ Johnson, and the Hampton Sisters all the way up to popular music sensations including Michael Jackson, John Mellencamp, Babyface and Joshua Bell.

    Rob will also share about the upcoming Indy Jazz Fest that will be taking place in downtown Indy on September 17-28.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at the Murat Shrine reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. If registering on site we accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.

    Lunch and networking start at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.  

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    If joining via a mobile phone for audio only click one of the following numbers: 
    +13126266799,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (Chicago)
    +19292056099,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (New York)

    You can also join us from a landline phone.
    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
            +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
         
    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    Upcoming Programs: 
    August 20: Brad Bobenmoyer, Vice President of Marketing, Young & Laramore
    August 27: Jonathan Hess, Principal, Browning Day 
  • Dr. Tiffany Kyser

    Dr. Tiffany Kyser

    Join us Tuesday to hear from Dr. Tiffany Kyser. Dr. Kyser is an educator with more than 18 years’ experience across the entire spectrum of education – from K-12 teaching to higher education administration. Her work is rooted in educational policy, adult learning and change management. Dr. Kyser serves as the Executive Director of Outreach and Engagement for Indiana University Alumni Association as well as a Trustee for Culver Academies. 

    Dr. Kyser will share with us about Culver Academies which is a private, co-educational, residential high school for grades 9-12. It consists of Culver Military Academy for boys, Culver Girls Academy and the Culver Summer Schools and Camps.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at the Murat Shrine reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. If registering on site we accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.

    Lunch and networking start at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.  

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    If joining via a mobile phone for audio only click one of the following numbers: 
    +13126266799,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (Chicago)
    +19292056099,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (New York)

    You can also join us from a landline phone.
    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
            +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
         
    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    Upcoming Programs: 
    August 13: Rob Dixon, Artistic & Education Director, Indianapolis Jazz Foundation
    August 20: Brad Bobenmoyer, Vice President of Marketing, Young & Laramore
    August 27: Jonathan Hess, Principal, Browning Day
  • September 3: Senator Richard Lugar Monument Unveiling

    September 3: Senator Richard Lugar Monument Unveiling

    You are invited to celebrate the Senator Richard G. Lugar Monument Unveiling.

    Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 10 am at Bicentennial Unity Plaza, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis.

    Keynote Address by Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.

    Doors open at 9 am – open seating. Complimentary parking at Virginia Avenue Garage.