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SUMMARY:5.16.24 - Kyle McGregor\, PhD - Director of Health Innovations\, Spartan Innovations
DESCRIPTION:Kyle McGregor\, PhD – Director of Health Innovations\, Spartan Innovations \nSpeaker Topic: Innovation Strategies for MSU in Grand Rapids \nBIO: \nDr. McGregor is a dynamic leader dedicated to bringing innovative technology and cutting-edge ideas to underserved communities. As the Director of Health Innovations at Spartan Innovations\, a venture studio and venture capital group affiliated with Michigan State University Research Foundation\, he leverages his passion for bridging academia\, industry\, and healthcare to develop impactful projects that address pressing needs. With a focus on machine learning\, natural language processing\, and medical devices\, Dr. McGregor has helped more than 50 companies develop and implement high-impact products. \nBefore joining Spartan Innovations\, Dr. McGregor held leadership positions at Thomas Jefferson University and NYU Langone Health\, where he championed industry-community partnerships to deliver technological innovations to marginalized populations. With a PhD from Indiana University and postdoctoral fellowships in medical informatics and computational social sciences from Yale and Columbia\, respectively\, Dr. McGregor brings a unique blend of expertise to his work. He also holds an MBA from the University of Cambridge Judge Business School focused on innovation\, tech\, and venture capital. \nThroughout his career\, Dr. McGregor has maintained a commitment to the ethical advancement\, rigorous testing\, and effective implementation of technology for the betterment of marginalized populations. His unwavering dedication to this mission reflects his recognition of the profound responsibility that comes with working in this field. As such\, Dr. McGregor endeavors to continue cultivating his skills and knowledge to better serve those in need\, recognizing the ever-evolving nature of the challenges facing vulnerable communities.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-16-24-kyle-mcgregor-phd-director-of-health-innovations-spartan-innovations/
LOCATION:The 1530 Events\, 1530 Madison Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240522T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240522T180000
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SUMMARY:5.22.24 - Ronald McDonald House Dinner Prep - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to provide the following volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians and friends!\nRonald McDonald House Dinner Prep \nSignup Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-49165642-ronald \nContact: \nJim Gilbert \nDate: \nWednesday\, May 22nd @ 4:00 – 6:00 pm \nLocation: \n1323 Cedar St NE Grand Rapids\, MI 49503 \nDetails: \n\n6 volunteers needed
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-22-24-ronald-mcdonald-house-dinner-prep-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Ronald McDonald House\, 1323 Cedar St NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240524
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:5.23.24 - NO LUNCHEON - Memorial Day Observation
DESCRIPTION:There will be no luncheon on May 23rd in Observance of Memorial Day
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-23-24-no-luncheon-memorial-day-observation/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240530T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240530T131500
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SUMMARY:5.30.24 - Steve Wilson - CEO\, Blandford Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an off-site luncheon at Blanford Nature Center on May 30th! \nSteve Wilson – CEO\, Blandford Nature Center \nSpeaker Topic: Blandford Nature Center is the only nature center in Kent County and its importance to the environment and West Michigan communities \nBIO: \nSteve has been with Blandford Nature Center since February 2023. He has an MBA from the University of Michigan and BA in Journalism from Michigan State University. His hobbies include fishing\, golf\, cooking\, and drumming with a garage band. His favorite thing about Blandford is the incredible legacy of founder Mary Jane Dockeray\, and how her vision advances our work into the future.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-30-24-steve-wilson-ceo-blandford-nature-center/
LOCATION:Blandford Nature Center\, 1715 Hillburn Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49504\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240601T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240601T130000
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SUMMARY:6.1.24 - Ramp Build with Home Repair Services- Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to provide the following volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians and friends to build a ramp! \nSignup Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-49852450-ramp \nContact: Dave Bulkowski and Andrea Nucci \nDate: Saturday\, June 1 @ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm \nLocation: Grand Rapids Area (location TBA) \nDetails: \n\n12 volunteers needed\nHelp build a ramp that provides needed accessibility to someone’s home
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-1-24-ramp-build-with-home-repair-services-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240606T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240606T180000
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SUMMARY:6.6.24 - Club 77 @ YMCA Mary Free Bed
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our monthly Club 77 event hosted by YMCA Mary Free Bed. \nBeverages and appetizers will be served for a night of socializing and connection! \n \n  \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-6-24-club-77-ymca-mary-free-bed/
LOCATION:Mary Free Bed YMCA\, 5500 Burton St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240613T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240613T131500
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SUMMARY:6.13.24 - Jen Schottke - President\, West Michigan Construction Institute - Annual Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will also be our Annual Membership Meeting to elect Club directors (via ballot vote) and conduct other club business. \nJen Schottke – President\, West Michigan Construction Institute \nSpeaker Topic: Updates Coming Soon! \nBio: \nJen Schottke is president of the West Michigan Construction Institute (WMCI)\, a leading commercial construction trade school located in the Roosevelt Park neighborhood near downtown Grand Rapids. WMCI serves a diverse student population from high school juniors and seniors to seasoned industry professionals. \nUnder her leadership\, WMCI launched in January 2022 following a successful $6 million capital campaign and will be expanding its facility in 2024 to accommodate new labs and classrooms. \nSchottke’s commitment extends beyond the classroom as she actively engages in student outreach\, collaborates within the K-12 and higher education systems\, and champions the commercial construction sector on a regional scale. \n“At the entrance of WMCI\, we have a hardhat donor wall thanking the over 150 contractors and individuals who made WMCI possible through their generosity. We were all aligned in the mission of celebrating the value of the trade professional pathway and that made the way for the work we do today\,” she said. “In our two short years of operation\, we’ve tripled our high school enrollments and received state approval to be a high school Career and Technical Education program\, thanks to our partnership with Kent ISD. We’ve tripled our adult craft training enrollments and grew from instructing in two trades to now instructing in five trades and (are) adding more in 2024-2025.” \nSchottke is a member of the Grand Rapids Downtown Development Authority and the workforce development board West Michigan Works!\, and serves as treasurer of the Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education. \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-13-24-jen-schottke/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240620T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240620T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:6.20.24 - Keith Elder - President & CEO\, Grand Rapids Symphony
DESCRIPTION:Keith Elder – President & CEO\, Grand Rapids Symphony \nSpeaker Topic: Updates Coming Soon! \nBio: \nKeith C. Elder is the President & CEO of the Grand Rapids Symphony. Elder was most recently executive director and CEO of the Tulsa Symphony in Oklahoma. Before his position in Tulsa\, he held various roles at institutions including the Aspen Music Festival and School\, Eastman School of Music\, Detroit Symphony Orchestra\, Boston Symphony Orchestra\, Boston Pops\, and Tanglewood Music Center. Elder is a member of the bar of the United States Supreme Court\, Commonwealth of Massachusetts\, and the State of New York. He holds a BS in music and arts administration from Indiana University\, with concentrations in tuba and technical theater\, and a JD from New England Law. At the Tulsa Symphony\, Elder oversaw performances by guest artists from multiple genres\, developed and oversaw the Tulsa Symphony’s first-holiday television special\, and successfully executed a safe open-air concert during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020\, he was honored as Tulsan of the Year by TulsaWorld for exceptional vision and leadership during the pandemic. \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-30-24-keith-elder-president-ceo-grand-rapids-symphony/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240627T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240627T131500
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SUMMARY:6.27.24 - President's "Passing of the Tiller"
DESCRIPTION:On June 27th\, the Rotary Club of Grand Rapids will hold its annual “Passing of the Tiller” luncheon during which outgoing 2023-2024 Rotary President Shaun Shira will pass the presidential tiller to incoming 2024-2025 Rotary Club of Grand Rapids President Eunice Lopez-Martin. \nWe will also unveil the new Rotary International theme “The Magic of Rotary”\, chosen by incoming RI President Stephanie Urchick. The theme calls on Rotarians to recognize and amplify the organization’s power to save lives across the globe. \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-27-24-presidents-passing-of-the-tiller/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240705
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:7.4.24 - NO LUNCHEON - 4th of July Holiday Observance
DESCRIPTION:There will be no luncheon on July 4th in observance of the holiday.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-4-24-no-luncheon-4th-of-july-holiday-observance/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240711T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240711T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:7.11.24 - Annual PPTK Summer Reading Program with GRPS - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to provide the following volunteer opportunity for Rotarians to read books to children for the annual PPTK Summer Reading Program with GRPS (collaborating with The Rotary Club of Grand Rapids and the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum)! \nDate: Thursday\, July 11th \nTime: 9:30 -10:30 AM \nLocation: Kent Hills Elementary – 1445 Emerald Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49505 \nSign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C49A5A62FA5FF2-49976459-pptk#/ \nDetails: 12 Volunteers needed to read books to children
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-11-24-annual-pptk-summer-reading-program-with-grps-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Kent Hills Elementary\, 1445 Emerald Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, WY\, 49505\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240711T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240711T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:7.11.24 - President's Message - Eunice Lopez-Martin
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual President’s Message luncheon where new 2024-2025 Club President Eunice Lopez-Martin will share her club goals and plans for the year! \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-11-24-presidents-message-eunice-lopez-martin/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240716T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240716T103000
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SUMMARY:7.16.24 - Annual PPTK Summer Reading Program with GRPS - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to provide the following volunteer opportunity for Rotarians to read books to children for the annual PPTK Summer Reading Program with GRPS (collaborating with The Rotary Club of Grand Rapids and the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum)! \nDate: Thursday\, July 16th \nTime: 9:30 -10:30 AM \nLocation: Gerald R. Ford Academic Center – 851 Madison Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49507 \nSign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C49A5A62FA5FF2-49976459-pptk#/ \nDetails: 8 Volunteers needed to read books to children
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-16-24-annual-pptk-summer-reading-program-with-grps-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Gerald R. Ford Academic Center\, 851 Madison Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240718T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240718T103000
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SUMMARY:7.18.24 - Annual PPTK Summer Reading Program with GRPS - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to provide the following volunteer opportunity for Rotarians to read books to children for the annual PPTK Summer Reading Program with GRPS (collaborating with The Rotary Club of Grand Rapids and the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum)! \nDate: Thursday\, July 18th \nTime: 9:30 -10:30 AM \nLocation: Burton Elementary – 2133 Buchanan Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49507 \nSign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C49A5A62FA5FF2-49976459-pptk#/ \nDetails: 10 Volunteers needed to read books to children
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-18-24-annual-pptk-summer-reading-program-with-grps-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Burton Elementary\, 2133 Buchanan Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240718T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240718T131500
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SUMMARY:7.18.24 - Tim Selgo - Assistant Vice President\, Mammoth Sports Consulting
DESCRIPTION:Tim Selgo – Assistant Vice President\, Mammoth Sports Consulting \nSpeaker Topic: The Future of College Sports and NIL \nBio: \nThe author of Anchor Up: Competitive Greatness the Grand Valley Way\, Make One Play: Impact Your Success\, and Moms and Dads Eat the Brown Bananas\, Tim Selgo had a career of thirty-five years as a leader in college athletics as a coach and administrator.  From 1996 to 2016\, Selgo served as the director of athletics at Grand Valley State University\, leading the Lakers to become the dominant athletics department in NCAA Division II. \nSelgo is a member of four athletic halls of fame: The University of Toledo Athletics Hall of Fame\, the Grand Rapids Sports Hall of Fame\, the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) Hall of Fame\, and the Grand Valley State University Athletics Hall of Fame. \nCurrently\, Selgo is a consultant with Mammoth Sports Consultants and a sought-after speaker on success and leadership. \nSelgo and his wife Terry recently celebrated their 41st wedding anniversary.  They have three children\, Jennifer\, Rachel\, and Daniel\, and five grandsons\, Tray\, RJ\, Tucker\, Henry\, and Burke. \n  \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-18-24-tim-selgo-assistant-vice-president-mammoth-sports-consulting/
LOCATION:Aquinas College – Donnelly Center\, 157 Woodward Ln SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240725T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240725T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:7.25.24 - Annual IKUS/Indian Trails Camp Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, July 25th Rotarians and guests will gather at Indian Trails Camp for our annual picnic! \nSince 1952\, the Rotary Club of Grand Rapids has partnered with Indian Trails Camp\, mentoring for at-risk high school students\, reduction of childhood hunger\, projects to reduce physical barriers for the disabled\, support for the elderly in need\, and educational scholarships. The motto of Rotary is “Service Above Self”.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-25-24-annual-ikus-indian-trails-camp-luncheon/
LOCATION:Indian Trails Camp\, 0-1859 Lake Michigan Drive\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49534\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240801T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240801T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:8.1.24 - Club 77 hosted by Peter Albertini
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our August Club 77 hosted by our very own Rotarian Peter Albertini! \nAppetizers\, drinks\, and historic Heritage Hill District walking tours will be provided! \nExplore the beautifully curated gardens of Heritage Hill\, a registered National Historic District\, adjacent to downtown Grand Rapids. Representing Michigan’s largest collection of 19th and early 20th-century homes\, Heritage Hill features nearly every style of American architecture\, from Greek Revival to Prairie. \nJoin us on a guided stroll through the Heritage Hill neighborhood and discover new inspiration and expert insights for your gardens at home. Gaze at historic architecture and exceptionally crafted gardens that are currently in bloom.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-1-24-club-77-hosted-by-peter-albertini/
LOCATION:Club 77 – Heritage Hill\, 540 Prospect Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240808T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240808T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:8.8.24 - Charles Burke - President & CEO\, Frederik Meijer Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Charles Burke – President & CEO of Frederik Meijer Gardens \nBIO –  \nSince 2014\, Charles has served as President and CEO of The War Memorial\, a waterfront cultural campus in Grosse Pointe Farms that curates experiences focusing on arts\, culture\, film\, patriotism\, community connectivity\, and leadership. His work has empowered the total transformation of The War Memorial as a regional impact organization welcoming more than 300\,000 patrons with over 3\,000 events annually\, all while incubating more than 65 nonprofit organizations. The Nationally Registered Historic campus includes the new Fred M. Alger Center (opened in fall 2022)\, designed by the ROSSETTI architecture team; Les Braves II: At Water’s Edge Park and Gardens\, visioned by famed international artist Anilore Banon; WM Community Foundation; Patriot Theater for arts\, culture\, and film; an Arts and Community Wing inclusive of multiple galleries and classrooms; and an Italian Renaissance-style estate home designed by American architect Charles A. Platt. Charles’ leadership has reimagined an institution now positioned to grow in all aspects of its diversified business lines while redefining the role of a nonprofit institution as a catalyst for a forward-thinking community. \nPassionate about providing unfettered accessibility to the arts for all people\, Charles spent a significant portion of his career as both an executive and orchestral conductor for the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. As Senior Director of Education for the DSO\, Charles was responsible for the development of the Pincus Education Center in Midtown Detroit as well as programs such as the African American Fellowship program\, a graduate-level training program to radically improve diversity in classical music; the DSO’s Civic Youth Ensembles\, one of the largest youth training programs in the United States; and connecting Orchestral musicians with children from all communities and all ages through concerts\, classroom interactivity\, and technology-based learning. As an Orchestral Conductor and Music Director\, Charles led more than 300 performances on the famed Orchestral Hall stage\, specialized in working with young people and having the privilege of working with artists such as Leonard Slatkin\, Itzhak Perlman\, Midori\, Emanuel Ax\, Michael W. Smith\, Marcus Belgrave\, Rodney Whitaker\, and George Shirley. His artistic leadership included 22 world premieres and commissions; multiple recordings; serving as a robotic computer model for ASIMO the conducting robot; and regularly working as a college instructor\, adjudicator\, guest conductor\, and artistic consultant for organizations throughout the country. \nCharles\, a graduate of Leadership Detroit XXXV\, enjoys several volunteer roles\, including Board Director for Jefferson East\, Inc.\, TechTown Detroit\, Community Advisory Board for Beaumont Health Grosse Pointe\, Editorial Board of the Grosse Pointe News\, Executive Producer for Live Inspired Productions\, and Michigan Youth Arts Festival. He holds degrees from George Mason University and West Virginia University\, executive leadership training at the Harvard Business School and Columbia College\, and as a Creative Alliances Fellow and Emerging Non-Profit Leaders Fellow for National Arts Strategies. \nA Washington\, D.C.\, metropolitan region native\, Charles and his wife moved to Michigan last century to pursue graduate studies at the University of Michigan. Charles began his service-based career as a public school music teacher in Fairfax County\, Virginia\, earning a nomination for the National Sallie Mae First Class Teaching Award and\, later\, the International Network of Schools Community Partnership Award for his collaborative work between the DSO and the Detroit School of Arts. He has also been the recipient of the Grosse Pointe/Harper Woods NAACP President’s Award\, which recognized his leadership and commitment toward healthy and connected communities. Today\, Charles’ wife is an Executive with Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation\, and together they are parents to two teenagers/young adults who constantly allow them to amplify patience as one of their top strengths.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-8-24-charles-burke-president-ceo-frederik-meijer-gardens/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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SUMMARY:8.15.24 - Sgt Justin Kribs - K-9 Unit Officer\, Grand Rapids Police Department
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Topic: Sgt Kribs will discuss the duties of K-9 dogs including searching for drugs and explosives\, locating missing people\, finding crime scene evidence\, protecting officers and other people\, and attacking suspects who flee from officers. He will also describe the various dog breeds police departments use and why. \nBIO: \nSgt. Justin Kribs has been with the Grand Rapids Police Department since the spring of 2008.  He was assigned to Patrol and then joined the Canine Unit in 2012.  He worked his first canine partner\, Bobby\, from 2012 to 2018.  After Bobby retired\, Officer Kribs trained his current partner\, Eli. \nIn February of 2023\, Officer Kribs was promoted to Sergeant and took over the Canine unit in July of 2023.  Sgt. Kribs supervises 7 other canine teams\, as well as still works K9 Eli.  K9 Eli was injured in November of 2022 when he was stabbed by an assailant during a standoff.  Eli was able to return to full duty only a couple of months after his injury.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-15-24-sgt-justin-kribs-k-9-unit-officer-grand-rapids-police-department/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240817T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240817T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:8.17.24 - Joint Rotary Service Project w/ Muskegon Rotary Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first Joint Service Project with the Rotary Club of Muskegon on Saturday\, August 17th! A social gathering at The Deck will follow. \nThis is a family-friendly volunteer opportunity! Please invite family members and friends to join us. \nDate: August 17th \nTime: \n9:00 – 11:30 AM – Service Project \n12:00 – 1:30 PM – Social Gathering at The Deck \nAddress: \nBoys and Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore \n900 W Western Ave \nMuskegon\, MI 49441 \nSign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-50309755-grand \nService Project Details: Clean-up of exterior grounds and waterfront to help improve the surroundings of the Boys and Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore. \nSocial Gathering Details: Social Gathering at The Deck – located at the popular Pere Marquette Beach! The beach area has a children’s playground\, a pierhead walk\, and a channel walk. In addition\, you can also take a tour of the lighthouse\, the USS Silversides and the WWII museum! Brief tours of the B&G Clubhouse and the community fitness center will also be available. \nFuture Plans: A similar collaborative event will be scheduled in Grand Rapids in the Spring of 2025!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-17-24-joint-rotary-service-project-w-muskegon-rotary-club/
LOCATION:Boys and Girls Club of Muskegon Lakeshore\, 900 W Western Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49441\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240822T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240822T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:8.22.24 - Major Tim Meyer - Divisional Secretary of the Grand Valley Area Command\, The Salvation Army
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, August 22nd for an off-site luncheon at The Salvation Army – Kroc Center! \nBIO: \nMajor Tim Meyer was installed as the Divisional Secretary of the Grand Valley Area Command in Kent County\, in June of 2022. He has been an officer for 32 years\, serving as a Corps Officer\, in Divisional Headquarters appointments\, and on the College for Officers Training (CFOT) staff in Chicago. Major Tim was previously the Grand Valley Area Commander for the Great Lakes Division. \nMajor Tim holds degrees from Asbury College and Marian University and is a U.S. Air Force veteran. He is also an alumnus of the International College for Officers (London\, ENG)\, Olivet Nazarene University\, and has completed three Biblical Education Tours of Israel. \nBefore becoming an officer\, he was employed as the Assistant Territorial Music Secretary for the USA Southern Territory (Atlanta\, GA)\, and as the Business Administrator for the Genesee County Command in Flint\, MI. Major Tim began music lessons at age five and has played in numerous brass bands\, including touring England with the Chicago Staff Band (Flugelhorn soloist). He also sings in the Central Territorial Staff Songsters. \nMajors Tim and Lori have three grown daughters and four grandchildren. He is an avid runner\, having recently completed his 12th marathon to raise funds to fight human trafficking.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-22-24-major-tim-meyer-divisional-secretary-of-the-grand-valley-area-command-the-salvation-army/
LOCATION:Kroc Center\, 2500 S. Division Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240827T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:8.27.24 - Habitat Kent ReStore North - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to provide the following volunteer opportunity for Rotarians and their family members and friends! \nDate: Tuesday\, August 27th \nTime: 3:00 – 5:00 PM \nLocation: Habitat Kent ReStore North (Alpine) – 5920 Alpine Ave NW\, Comstock Park\, MI 49321 \nSign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-50263388-habitat \nDetails: \n\n15 Volunteers Needed\nThis is a family-friendly volunteer opportunity. Please invite family members and friends to join us!\nVolunteers need to be at least 14 years old\, and those between 14-17 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian\nHelp with the following tasks: Receive and organize donations\, Organize merchandise\, Test donated items
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-27-24-habitat-kent-restore-north-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Habitat Kent ReStore North\, 5920 Alpine Ave NW\, Comstock Park\, MI\, 49321\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240830
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:8.29.24 - NO LUNCHEON - LABOR DAY HOLIDAY OBSERVATION
DESCRIPTION:There will be no luncheon on Thursday\, August 29th in observance of the Labor Day Holiday.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-29-24-no-luncheon-labor-day-holiday-observation/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240905T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240905T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:9.5.24 - Club 77 Hosted by Rehmann
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Club 77 event hosted by Rehmann and Rotarian Erin Welker! \nTIME: 4:30 – 6:00 PM \nLOCATION: \nRehmann \n2330 East Paris Ave SE \nGrand Rapids\, MI 49546 \n \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-5-24-club-77-hosted-by-rehmann/
LOCATION:Rehmann\, 2330 East Paris Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240910T151000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240910T151000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154856
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SUMMARY:9.10.24 - 2nd Golf Affinity Group Outing
DESCRIPTION:With the success of our last outing in July\, President Eunice Lopez-Martin\, Rotarians Alex Wilson and Derek Aten are excited to invite you to the 2nd Golf Outing on Tuesday\, September 10th. \nGolfers of any skill level are encouraged to participate. \nDate: Tuesday\, September 10th \nTee Times: 3:10/3:20/3:40 PM \nLocation: \nKaufman Golf Course \n4807 Clyde Park Ave SW \nWyoming\, MI 49509 \nRSVP: Simply email rotary@grrotary.com to lock in your spot. Limited to 12 golfers!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-10-24-2nd-golf-affinity-group-outing/
LOCATION:Kaufman Golf Course\, 4807 Clyde Park Ave SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49505\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240912T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240912T131500
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SUMMARY:9.12.24 - Tim Cusack - Professional Speaker & Trainer\, Laughter That Matters
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Tim Cusack \nSpeaker Topic: Avoiding Long-Term Trauma \nBio: \nInspiring people to appreciate life\, work and relationships\, Tim Cusack tours nationally presenting his keynotes and trainings for corporations and associations\, as well as education and health care organizations. When not presenting Tim is a professional actor and performs in TV and radio commercials. \nTim’s occupations have varied from Christmas tree trimmer to Alaskan fisherman and co-host of a CBS TV show\, as well as a #1 morning radio show. \nTim has volunteered with Hospice\, Gilda’s Club\, Mary Free Bed Hospital\, and other organizations. He currently works with a Critical Incident Response Team in West Michigan. He is married with two children. \nIn his spare time\, Tim is an avid athlete\, pursuing running\, cycling\, and extreme croquet. \nTim’s book\, “Me Too:  Extraordinary Everyday Stories That Connect Us\,” is a best seller.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-12-24-tim-cusack-professional-speaker-trainer-laughter-that-matters/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240914T110000
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SUMMARY:9.14.24 - WMEAC River Clean-Up - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:The Community Engagement Committee is excited to share a volunteer opportunity cleaning up the Grand River! \nDate: Saturday\, September 14th \nTime: 9:00 – 11:00 AM \nLocation: Corner of Market & Wealthy Street \nSign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-50353457-wmeac \nDetails: \n\nFamily-friendly Volunteer Opportunity! Please invite family members and friends to join us!\n15 Volunteers Needed\nVolunteers must be at least 14 years old\, and a parent or guardian must accompany those between 14 and 17 years old.\nHelp with the following tasks:\n\nJoin your fellow Rotarian Trash Scouts to help with general River (bank) clean up of trash and debris
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-21-24-wmeac-river-clean-up-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Plaza Towers\, 201 Fulton St W\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240919T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240919T131500
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SUMMARY:9.19.24 - 2024-2025 District Governor Brianna Scott\, Rotary International District 6290
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: 2024-2025 District Governor Brianna Scott \nSpeaker Topic: Rotary District 6290 Updates and Plans for the Future \nBio: \n\n\n\nBrianna T. Scott was born and raised in Muskegon\, Michigan\, attended Michigan State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Art’s degree in Marketing. Among the honors she received were the COGIC Center Aspiring Law Student Scholarship\, winner of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc essay contest and making the Dean’s list in 1996. \nMs. Scott was chapter president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc.\, Executive Board member of Wonders Black Caucus and a member in both the MSU Prelaw and Marketing Associations as an undergraduate student. She attended Wayne State University Law School where she received her Juris Doctorate in May\, 2000. She was active in variety of law school activities and she attained a final year grade point average of 3.57/4.0. She successfully competed in various law school competitions including\, but not limited to Moot Court evidence competitions\, acting as Article Editor of The Journal of Law in Society\, Executive Board member of Moot Court (Director of Outside Competitions)\, working on the academic committee of the Black Law Student Association\, and being an active student member of the Wolverine Bar Association. In addition\, Ms. Scott received many scholarships and awards throughout her law school career. \nMs. Scott became an attorney in November 2000\, and was immediately recruited and hired as the FIRST African American Assistant Prosecutor in the Muskegon County Prosecutor’s office where her initial responsibility was handling district court cases\, which included misdemeanors\, ordinance violations and other hearings within the district court. However\, after much success and proving herself a great trial attorney\, she was promptly promoted to Circuit Court\, where she handled many cases advocating for victims until she left the Prosecutor’s office in 2003. \nFollowing her tenure at the Muskegon County Prosecutor’s office\, Ms. Scott was hired by the law firm of Williams Hughes Corwin & Sininger\, PC (k/n/a Williams Hughes\, PLLC)\, where she embarked on the journey of a different practice of law; namely the handling of cases for municipalities\, civil cases for the county\, family law\, corporate law\, real estate and social security disability matters. As part of her practice at Williams Hughes Corwin & Sininger\, PC\, she was also awarded a public defender contract handling one of the abuse and neglect dockets in Muskegon County. Ms. Scott remained an associate at Williams Hughes Corwin & Sininger\, PC\, until 2005. \nIn 2005 she decided that after five years of significant experience handling all types of cases\, that she wanted to become an entrepreneur and start her own law practice. Becoming a business owner\, in fact the first minority (African American and female) law firm in Muskegon County was exciting\, challenging\, and very rewarding. Her law firm has grown significantly over the years and she now employs a full time staff of five (5). \nIn 2018\, Ms. Scott was elected to an 8 year term on the Michigan State University Board of Trustees. A testament to the high regard placed on Ms. Scott for her professional accomplishments\, ethical standards and peer recognition\, Ms. Scott was recently named a 2019 Athena of the Lakeshore Award Recipient and 2021 Greater Muskegon Woman’s Club Woman of Accomplishment. In 2014\, she became the FIRST person of color to serve as President of the prestigious Muskegon Rotary Club. Currently\, Ms. Scott serves as President of the Muskegon Heights Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. As well\, she serves on the Boards for Access Health\, Boys & Girl’s Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore\, Panel One of the Michigan Attorney Disciplinary Commission (County of Muskegon); and is also a member of the Muskegon Rescue Mission’s Personnel Committee. Ms. Scott is also the Chair of the Muskegon Rotary Club’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee\, Retention Committee and serves as the Co-Chair for the Life Leadership Committee and the Community Service Council. \nIn the past she has served on the following boards: United Way of the Lakeshore\, Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce and Family Services Center Workforce Development Center. Additionally\, she serves as Legal Counsel for the International Churches of God In Christ\, which is the largest African American church in the world. She is also one of the only attorneys in West Michigan to be dually licensed to practice law in the state of New York. However\, her proudest accomplishment is being the parent of her son.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-19-24-2024-2025-district-governor-brianna-scott-rotary-international-district-6290/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240926T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240926T131500
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SUMMARY:9.26.24 - Dr. Paul Isely - Associate Dean & Professor of Economics\, GVSU
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr. Paul Isely \nSpeaker Topic: West Michigan Economic Update \nBio: \nDr. Paul Isely is the Associate Dean and Professor of Economics for the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University\, which he joined in 1995 after earning his Ph.D. in Economics from Purdue University. He also holds an M.S. in Economics from Purdue University and a dual B.S. in Physics and Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dr. Isely’s research interests have led to many local articles and reports. \nThese articles have explored West Michigan’s economy including forecasts of growth\, the state of entrepreneurship\, health care costs\, environmental clean-up values\, economic impacts of various activities\, and the costs and benefits of wind power. He has been interviewed extensively by TV\, radio\, and newspapers on the West Michigan economy and its relationship to the national and state economies.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-26-24-dr-paul-isely-associate-dean-professor-of-economics-gvsu/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241002T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241002T180000
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SUMMARY:10.2.24 - Ronald McDonald House Dinner Prep - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to provide the following volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians and friends to prep meals at Ronald McDonald House! \nSign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-51706493-ronald \nContact: Jim Gilbert or Andrea Nucci \nDate: Wednesday\, October 2nd @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm \nLocation: 1323 Cedar St NE Grand Rapids\, MI 49503 \nDetails: \n\n6 volunteers needed
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/10-2-24-ronald-mcdonald-house-dinner-prep-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Ronald McDonald House\, 1323 Cedar St NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503\, United States
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