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.

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The May 29th meeting featured Congressman Morgan McGarvey. René Brown shared the invocation and Dade Luckett led the pledge and 4-Way Test. Our Music & Arts Committee arranged a special performance by Soprano Abigail Mires, who sang our national anthem in honor of Memorial Day as well as Je ne t’aime pas.



We were happy to welcome Past District 5360 Governor Steven Leavitt from Alberta, Canada and his wife Pat and daughter Stacy, who were passing through our area as part of a year-long nationwide awareness campaign to help people transform their grief into a gift through service.

We were also thrilled to have with us special guest Elizabeth Voss, a junior at Louisville Collegiate, who won our Club’s speech competition this year and advanced to the championship round at the recent District 6710 Conference…which she also won!

You can view the recording on our YouTube channel. Provide feedback about the meeting HERE. 

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The June 5th meeting featured PNC Private Bank's Robby Packard and Chris Enright. Josh Suiter shared the invocation and Maggie Roth led the pledge and 4-Way Test. Speakers Committee Vice Chair Sarah Hugenberg introduced our speakers. Craig Scherman recognized this year's Ted Buerck Scholarship recipients.



You can view the recording on our YouTube channel. Provide feedback about the meeting HERE. 

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What an honor it was to present the 2024-2025 Lifetime Service Award to past president Kevin Wardell! It was made even more special by the recognition and heartfelt remarks shared by Congressman Morgan McGarvey about his friend. Kevin's wife Linda and son Justin were able to attend with him. Click Read More below to read about Kevin's incredible legacy of service, or you can click HERE to view the recorded presentation.

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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
larry.sloan@yahoo.com
502-552-3990



 

1301 1/2 26th Street:




10809 Emma Jean Way:

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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 (Larry.Sloan@yahoo.com 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!
 

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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 director@louisvillerotary.org.

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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.

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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.



 

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What: Canopy Impact Labs: Responsible Data Management
Organization: Canopy
Date/Time: Friday, June 27th, 1:00-2:00 pm
Location: Virtual
Description: Data is one of the most powerful tools available to a business. Access, procurement, and application all come with their own sets of issues. Join seasoned experts Shawn Herbig, IQS Research, and Rotarian Ben Reno-Weber, Essential Innovations, for a conversation about impactful opportunities, potential ethical threats, and practical strategies as you consider responsible data management at your own business, those you partner with, and those you patronize.

More information and to register: click HERE
Member to contact: Adam Watson
 

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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/


 

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