The November 14th meeting at the University Club will feature DeVone Holt, CEO, Muhammed Ali Center.

"How I Went from Good to Great and What That Means For Louisville"

RSVP HERE.

The menu is schnitzel with cabbage and potatoes; a salad with grilled chicken or a vegetarian/vegan and/or gluten-free option is available upon advance request.

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.

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The November 21 meeting at the University Club will feature Jon Carloftis, Jon Carloftis Fine Gardens.

See inspiring before and after photos of gardens designed by nationally renowned garden designer, and Kentucky native, Jon Carloftis.

RSVP by NOON on Monday, November 18th HERE.

The menu is meatloaf with mashed potatoes and green beans; a salad with grilled chicken or a vegetarian/vegan and/or gluten-free option is available upon advance request.

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.

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We are partnering again this year with the Kiwanis Club to share a Thanksgiving meal and fellowship on Tuesday, November 26th at Audubon Country Club. We will NOT be meeting on Thursday that week.

The speaker will be John Boel and we will also be kicking off our annual Salvation Army "Battle of the Bells" competition.

Plan to arrive at 11:30am for a traditional Thanksgiving feast. The cost is $35 and we have been given a hard cutoff of NOON on Monday, November 18th to submit the final headcount. You can RSVP HERE. Unfortunately for this meeting, there is no option to attend without purchasing lunch.

The November 7th meeting at the University Club featured Angela Billings, Virago Circle. We kicked off the meeting with a special performance of "God Bless America" by Jackson Scott in honor of our veterans. Thanks to our Music & Arts Committee for arranging this. Kent Oyler provided the invocation and Bob Nesmith led the pledge and 4-way test. Chris Manzo introduced Angela.



You can view the recording on our YouTube channel. Provide feedback about the meeting HERE. If you are interested in her book, you can find it HERE.
 

At last week's meeting, we inducted and welcomed three new members, who were introduced by their sponsors: Natalie Pasquenza (Larry Sloan), Dominic Manecke (Alice Bridges) and Aaron Jordan (Kevin Fields).



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It's time to kick off the "Battle of the Bells" competition with the Kiwanis Club!

Join us for this service opportunity at the Holiday Manor Kroger on US 42. You can choose one or more of the shifts below - we need 4 volunteers for each shift and guests/children are welcome.

Saturday, December 7, 14, 21
Shifts are from 9:00 to 10:30, 10:30 to noon, noon to 1:30, 1:30 to 3:00

Register in DaCdb:
December 7 - click HERE
December 14 - click HERE
December 21 - click HERE

If you can't take a shift but want to help us win the challenge, swing by one of these Saturdays, drop some coins or bills, and cheer us on! Or, you can make a donation HERE.

For more information, my cell phone is 502-552-2002.

It was great to see Rotarians at the 11th Annual Louisville Sustainability Summit Hungry for Change: Climate, Equity & the Future of Food last Friday at Sullivan University.



The Summit featured a keynote by Maddie Chera, highlighting the urgent need to address food waste and its environmental impact. She shared her research in South India, emphasizing the connection between food sustainability and community resilience. Maddie discussed the Greater Cincinnati Regional Food Policy Council's initiatives, including reducing food waste and promoting local food systems. Mayor Greenberg underscored the importance of sustainability in city planning, noting that food waste is the number one landfill item in Louisville. Panelists discussed strategies to reduce food waste, such as education, gleaning programs, and collaboration with local businesses and community organizations.
 

Thanks to Delene and Laurie Bottiger (and friend) for serving this month.

Our next Re:Center Ministries meal service will be Wednesday, November 13th at 5:30 p.m. at 757 S Brook St.

This will be an opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving with our friends going through the rehab program at Re:Center. The Holiday Season is a tough time for many, including those with addictions. Joining these men for an early Thanksgiving meal makes me grateful for all the gifts of God's grace.

Our Club provides the main meal prepared by Kingsley Catering. We need volunteers to bring drinks, salad, rolls, and desserts, which are usually fruit pies from Kroger. But ABOVE ALL, we just need a few more Rotarians to participate in serving the meal and sitting down with the men to break bread.

Please email me at [email protected] if you would like to join us or to learn more.

Yours In Rotary Service,
Larry Sloan, Lifeline Committee

Support our Rotaract Club with a clothing donation on November 14th between 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on the first floor of the UofL College of Business. Contact me or Rick Harned for more information.


 

Join us for our next two Rotary Honors Scholars mentoring sessions at Iroquois High School (11/13) Western High School (11/19). Thanks to Craig Mooney and Melissa Cobb for capturing these photos last month!



Thank you to all who are investing time in the success of these young people! Click Read More below to see upcoming dates; mark your calendar and plan to join us! Contact me for more information or to sign up: [email protected]
 

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Our Youth & Education Committee has already helped the Imagination Library Louisville recruit multiple new families to receive free books! Participants have reported that the task is really easy and fun, as talking with parents of very young children is inspiring.

We have more dates scheduled, for which two Rotarians are requested to join Imagination Library Director, Maria Gurren, to talk to young parents who may not know they are eligible:

• Saturday, 11/16, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at 3rd Street Neighborhood (Building our Block event with Councilwoman Jennifer Chappell)
• Saturday, 11/16, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Johnson Traditional Middle School, 2509 Wilson Ave.

Past President Jean West will be speaking to the Bardstown Rotary Club at noon this Wednesday, November 13, at the Nelson County Public Library, Room #2, 201 Cathedral Manor, Bardstown, KY 40004

Portia Shoulders, owner of PLSIX Porta Potty Rentals, was featured recently in a WHAS story...take a minute to watch Doug Proffitt's interview with the "Porta Potty Queen" HERE.

Cynthia Collier, CEO of Mister P Express, will participate in a CEO Roundtable panel this Thursday, November 14th from 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. at The Olmsted, discussing the current economic landscape and its implications for business, delving into critical topics such as inflation, supply chain challenges, technological advancements, and the state of the workforce. Learn more HERE.

Whitney Austin will be the featured speaker at the next Chamber St. Matthews Inspire event on Tuesday, December 10th at 8:30 a.m. at The Arterburn. Inspire is a quarterly breakfast series that invites noteworthy businesswomen in our community to tell the personal stories behind each of their professional journeys in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Learn more HERE.

Tawana Bain will be the featured speaker at the LIBA ElevateBiz Speaker Series on November 13 from 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. at Louisville Water Tower, 3005 River Rd. Read more HERE.

Rotarian Maggie Harlow will be a featured speaker at the 4th Annual Canopy Good Business Summit on November 20th at the Kentucky International Convention Center.

The annual GBS highlights the innovative ways Kentucky businesses are showing up for our people and environment and provides practical ways businesses can engage in Business Beyond Profit. 

The program will also include presentation of the Impact Awards and a Mission Marketplace, where our club will have a table.

Register here and use code "ROTARY24" to receive a 10% discount https://canopyky.org/cgbs24/
 

What: Community Chat Series: Supporting Family During the Holidays and Beyond
Organization: Jewish Family & Career Services
Date/Time: November 19th from 6pm to 8pm
Location: Louis & Lee Roth Family Center, 2821 Klempner Way
Description: JFCS' Quarterly Community Chat panel discussion focused on family supports during the holidays and beyond. We will discuss what resources are available to individuals and families and what gaps still exist.


More information: Courtney Evans
Member to contact: [email protected]

Note: This section features upcoming events and opportunities to serve with our nonprofit member organizations. Submissions must be from a member (or spouse/partner) of our Club who is either an employee or board member of the organization for which the event/opportunity is being shared. Click HERE to submit.

What: 4th Annual Canopy Good Business Summit
Organization: Canopy
Date/Time: November 20, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Kentucky International Convention Center
Description: The annual GBS highlights the innovative ways Kentucky businesses are showing up for our people and environment and provides practical ways businesses can engage in Business Beyond Profit. Featured speakers include Rotarian Maggie Harlow, Chef Edward Lee and Rob Samuels. The program will also include a Mission Marketplace and presentation of the Impact Awards.

More information: https://canopyky.org/cgbs24/
Member to contact: Ben Smock, [email protected]


Note: This section features upcoming events and opportunities to serve with our nonprofit member organizations. Submissions must be from a member (or spouse/partner) of our Club who is either an employee or board member of the organization for which the event/opportunity is being shared. Click HERE to submit.

What: Gardens Aglimmer
Organization: Waterfront Botanical Gardens
Date/Time: Nov. 29 - Dec. 30
Location: Waterfront Botanical Gardens

Description: Make lasting holiday memories as you take a magical stroll through the Gardens’ festive lights and illuminated displays, including giant flowers, snowflakes, glistening deer, and twinkling archways. Come indoors to create a craft, write a letter to the North Pole, and a chance to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus!?Introducing two special event nights: December 11: Date Night (Ages 21+ only) December 16: Sensory Friendly Night

More information: https://waterfrontgardens.org/gardens-aglimmer/
Member to contact: Phil Koester, [email protected]


Note: This section features upcoming events and opportunities to serve with our nonprofit member organizations. Submissions must be from a member (or spouse/partner) of our Club who is either an employee or board member of the organization for which the event/opportunity is being shared. Click HERE to submit.