News: Rotary Club of Louisville
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June 26th Meeting Featuring Nadareca Thibeaux, LOUMED
Join us at noon on June 26th at the University Club to hear from Nadareca Thibeaux, Executive Director, Louisville Medical & Education District (LOUMED).
"LOUMED: Building a Healthier, Smarter, Stronger Louisville"
This 1.5-square-mile hub is being transformed into a nationally recognized center for health, education and innovation. Learn how LOUMED is building a healthier, smarter and more connected Louisville, and how you can be part of its momentum.
The buffet opens at 11:30am and the program begins at noon. The menu is grilled pork chops with roasted brussels sprouts and fingerling potatoes; a salad with grilled chicken or a vegetarian/vegan and/or gluten-free option is available upon advance request.
Please register by Monday, June 23rd HERE.
There is a $5 meeting fee for those who choose not to purchase a meal - this will include a dessert and tea/coffee/water and, of course, a fantastic program. You can pay $5 cash, check or scan the QR code at check-in to pay with a credit card.
Click read more to view the Speaker Bio.
Pre-Meeting Learning Opportunities with AG Rick Harned
AG Rick Harned will host a table at upcoming regular meetings for members who want to learn about different Rotary topics. Just show up around 11:30 am when the buffet opens, grab your meal, and go sit with Rick. You'll get a better parking space, less of a line, and some useful knowledge!
The next opportunity will be Thursday, June 12th, and the topic will be focused on the Rotary Fellowships. It will last about 15-20 minutes, until our meeting begins.
No need to RSVP or sign up...just set an alarm on your phone to leave a little early for Rotary. If you are interested in a topic but can't make the meeting that day, just let us know.
Repair Affair Service Project: June 21 **DATE CHANGE**
Over the past few years, we have helped out with many Repair Affair projects. It is always a rewarding experience, especially seeing the homeowners so happy with the results of our work.
We will be working at two homes in Southwest Louisville (click Read More below to see photos):
1301 1/2 26th Street: wooden railings and deck/porch to be stained and sealed
10809 Emma Jean Way: ramp to be stained and sealed
While Repair Affair Day is Saturday, June 7th, the weather is going to be rainy between now and then. Therefore, we are going to wait for a dry spell so the unstained/unsealed wood can dry. We have moved our work date to Saturday, June 21st.
We need 8 to 10 volunteers for each home so that we can get our work done in 3–4 hours.
Please let me know if you can come help out. Bring your friends and your kids or grandkids that are old enough to help. Please dress for this type of work. NDHC/Repair Affair will provide all the needed equipment, work gloves, water and a box lunch. We will meet at the site at 8:00 a.m., work until noon, have lunch and then clean up the site with the intent of being finished around 1:00 or 1:30. Each volunteer will receive a Repair Affair t-shirt.
Larry Sloan, Lifeline Committee
[email protected]
502-552-3990
Re:Center Ministries Meal Service: June 25
Our next meal service will be on Wednesday, June 25th at 5:30 p.m. at 757 S Brook St. We need a couple more volunteers; let me know if you can help ([email protected] or 502-552-3990).
Thanks to our volunteers who came out to serve and fellowship with the men in the addiction recovery program at Re:Center Ministries!
Save the Date for the Rotary Heart of America Zones 30-31 Summer Leadership Event
I am excited to announce that our Heart of America Zone 30-31 leadership team has chosen Louisville for a Leadership Training workshop on Saturday, July 19th. Our Club will be hosting a social event for attendees on Friday evening, and we would love to have STRONG representation from our members.
We will begin the evening at the Kentucky Derby Museum with a 5:10pm viewing of the newly-released version of The Greatest Race film on one of the few 360-degree screens in the world, followed by a guided track tour. We will then head over to the Kentucky Science Center for a you-don't-want-to-miss-it Kentucky-themed reception/dinner catered by Bristol beginning at 6:30pm and a screening of City of Ali in the theater with film director Graham Shelby. There will be time for Q&A and to enjoy more food and beverages before we wrap up and encourage attendees to experience some of our downtown nightlife!
If you would like to join us, email [email protected].
Area Rotary Club Meetings & Events
One of the goals I set as I returned from the Rotary PETS in Chattanooga was to engage more with the other Rotary Clubs in our area and district. I will try to share information about upcoming meetings and events here; feel free to keep me posted about those you know of as well.
The Rotary Club of La Grange is celebrating 100 years of service!! Join them on Friday, June 27th at 6:00pm at the John Black Community Center. RSVP to 502-641-4537 by June 12th.
Their regular meetings are on Tuesdays at noon at the Arvin Education Center in Buckner. You can see upcoming speakers HERE.
Click Read More to see other area club meetings.
New Member Service Project at SOS: July 22
Our next new member service project at SOS, 1500 Arlington Avenue will be Tuesday, July 22nd from 5:30-7:30pm. For those of you that have attended, feel free to come back. For those of you that have not made it, I hope you are able to, as this is a fantastic opportunity to give back and meet some of your fellow Rotarians. Come ready to have some fun, pack medical supplies, and you might even shed a tear when you learn about how this fantastic organization is changing people's lives. Learn more HERE.
Register HERE.
Events & Opportunities: The Healing Place
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What: Celebrate Freedom: A Night to Honor the Life & Legacy of Jay Davidson
Organization: The Healing Place
Date/Time: Saturday, August 9, 5:00-8:30 pm
Location: Mellwood Arts Center, Van Gogh Room
Description: Join us as we honor the incredible legacy of Jay Davidson. Jay's vision and leadership transformed thousands of lives through recovery and hope. This special evening is a chance to gather in gratitude, celebrate his impact, and connect with others who share a passion for second chances.
More information: Save the date and check back here https://www.thehealingplace.org/cfd/
OUR VISION:
To be Louisville’s premier fellowship of business, professional and civic leaders dedicated to selfless humanitarian and civic service, improving lives in our ever-changing community and the world.
OUR MISSION:
To provide a fellowship of inspired business, professional and civic leaders with exceptional opportunities for humanitarian and civic service, while promoting integrity, understanding and goodwill on a local, national and worldwide basis. We achieve our mission by:
- Developing a strong, growing and active membership that reflects the diversity of vocations and people in our community.
- Strengthening finances to support the club and to carry out the civic, vocational and international service projects that meet the needs of the community and the world.
- Building a dedicated, well-trained and energized leadership team to guide the club and to support the District and Rotary International.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION:
The Rotary Club of Louisville’s mission is to provide a fellowship of inspired business, professional and civic leaders with exceptional opportunities for humanitarian and civic service, while promoting integrity, understanding and goodwill on a local, national, and worldwide basis.
We, as a club, cannot achieve our mission without acknowledging the inequalities in our country and our community, specifically for Black and minority Americans.
We celebrate diversity and equality. We continue to foster supportive programs for our community. We will be tenacious in creating new, innovative solutions to address community needs.
We strongly believe everyone should be heard, be respected, and be supported.
Yes, we still have much work to do. But our club is passionate in addressing these issues. Together, we can continue to foster peace, justice, and #EquityForAll.
Adopted January 2021
CORE VALUES & GUIDING PRINCIPLES
These core values are reflected in the Object of Rotary and The Four Way Test which we use in our daily lives. Adopted June 2012
SERVICE
We believe that our service activities and programs improve lives and communities and bring about greater understanding and peace. Through the plans and actions of our Club, we create a culture of service that not only benefits the recipients but also provides unparalleled satisfaction for those who serve.
FELLOWSHIP
Fellowship leads to tolerance and transcends racial, national and other limiting boundaries. This broadens our lives and perspectives and strengthens our ability to serve.
DIVERSITY
We believe Rotary unifies all people behind the ideal of service. We encourage diversity of vocations within our membership and in our activities and service work. Our membership reflects our business and professional community and is a key to our Club’s success.
INTEGRITY
We are committed to and expect accountability from our leaders and fellow members, both in the results of our efforts and in the processes we use to accomplish our goals. We adhere to high ethical and professional standards in our work and personal relationships. We are fair and respectful in our interactions, and we conscientiously steward the resources entrusted to us.
LEADERSHIP
We are a fellowship of leaders and believe in offering our members lifelong opportunities to develop their leadership capabilities in service to others. As Rotarians, we are leaders in implementing our core values.