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SUMMARY:10.30.25 - Britany Affolter-Caine\, PhD - Executive Director\, Research Universities for Michigan (RU4M)
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Britany Affolter-Caine\, PhD – Executive Director\, Research Universities for Michigan (RU4M) \nSpeaker Topic: Research Universities for Michigan (RU4M) \nBio: \nDr. Britany Affolter-Caine is the executive director of Research Universities for Michigan (RU4M)\, an alliance of Michigan State University\, the University of Michigan and Wayne State University. As one of the nation’s top university innovation clusters\, the URC is a leading engine for innovation in Michigan and the Great Lakes region. Britany also serves as a director on the Michigan Strategic Fund board. \nPrior to the URC\, Britany was the talent director for Ann Arbor SPARK\, has supported nonprofit organizations in strategic development\, policy and program management and worked as a senior research associate for the Metropolitan Policy Program of the Brookings Institution on the Great Lakes Economic Initiative. She earned her PhD in higher education policy from the University of Michigan (2008)\, a M.Ed. in secondary education from Wright State University (1999)\, and a BA in political science from Wittenberg University (1996)
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/10-30-25-britany-affolter-caine-phd-executive-director-michigans-university-research-corridor/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251025T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251025T120000
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SUMMARY:10.25.25 - Greenwood Cemetery - Clean Up - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to offer the following volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians and friends for a Cemetery Clean-Up on October 25th. \nDates: \nSaturday\, October 25th – Cemetery Clean-Up \nTime: 9:30 AM – Noon \nVolunteers Needed: 12–15 \nLocation: \nGreenwood Cemetery\n1273 Leonard St. NW\nGrand Rapids\, MI 49504 \nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-58451939-greenwood
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/10-25-25-greenwood-cemetery-clean-up-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Greenwood Cemetery\, 1373 Leonard St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T212455Z
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SUMMARY:10.23.25 - Bev Thiel - Executive Director\, Habitat for Humanity Kent County
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Bev Thiel – Executive Director\, Habitat for Humanity Kent County \nSpeaker Topic: Imagine Capital Campaign for Affordable Housing in Kent County \nBio: \nBev has been Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity Kent County since 2019. She has dedicated her career to the not-for-profit sector and is an advocate for racial equity in affordable housing. Focusing on equity in leadership from a female perspective drives her and those she seeks to empower. Bev has extensive experience in operations\, a strategic emphasis on administration\, fiscal development\, efficiencies\, and quality. As an integrator for Habitat\, she serves to provide a focus on pathways to affordable housing and sustainability to the organization. \nBev lives in Cedar Springs with her husband Randy. She has two grown children and two beautiful granddaughters.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/10-23-25-bev-thiel-executive-director-habitat-for-humanity-kent-county/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
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SUMMARY:10.22.25 - Dégagé Ministries Dinner Service - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to offer the following volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians to serve dinner to those in need! \nDate: Wednesday\, October 22nd \nTime: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM \nVolunteers Needed: 5 \nLocation: \nDégagé Ministries\n139 Sheldon Ave SE\nGrand Rapids\, MI 49503 \nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-58967380-dgag
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/10-22-25-degage-ministries-dinner-service-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Degage Ministries\, 139 Sheldon Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251016T131500
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SUMMARY:10.16.25 - "Flickering Candles" - Past Club Presidents Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special luncheon where our Club Past Presidents (Flickering Candles) will join us and share their stories about the growth of the club and the impact leading the club had on each of them.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/10-16-25-flickering-candles-past-club-presidents-luncheon/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251011T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251011T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T205648Z
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SUMMARY:10.11.25 - Greenwood Cemetery - Tree Planting - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to offer the following volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians and friends to plant trees at Greenwood Cemetery on October 11th. \nDate:\nSaturday\, October 11th – Tree Planting \nTime: 9:30 AM – Noon \nVolunteers Needed: 12–15 \nLocation: \nGreenwood Cemetery\n1273 Leonard St. NW\nGrand Rapids\, MI 49504 \nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-58451939-greenwood
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/10-11-25-greenwood-cemetery-tree-planting/
LOCATION:Greenwood Cemetery\, 1373 Leonard St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251009T131500
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SUMMARY:10.9.25 - Carlos Sanchez - Executive Director\, Casa Latina Davenport University
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Carlos Sanchez – Executive Director\, Casa Latina Davenport University \nSpeaker Topic: Casa Latina at Davenport University \nBio: \nCarlos Sanchez\, born in Mexico City\, is the Executive Director of Casa Latina at Davenport University. Before joining Davenport\, he spent ten years at Ferris State University\, where he developed two key initiatives: LEADeres\, a professional development and leadership program\, and Emprende\, a Spanish-language entrepreneurship program. Both initiatives are designed to serve the community by cultivating Latinx leaders and entrepreneurs. \nDavenport’s new initiative\, Casa Latina\, will offer twelve programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels in a bilingual format (50% Spanish and 50% English)\, fully online. \nCarlos is a graduate of the International Business program at Davenport University. He also holds a Design and Innovation Management Certification and a Master of Arts in Design from Kendall College of Arts and Design.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/10-9-25-carlos-sanchez-executive-director-casa-latina-davenport-university/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
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SUMMARY:10.2.25 - Club 77 hosted by Community Food Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Club 77 hosted by Community Food Club!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/10-2-25-club-77-hosted-by-community-food-club/
LOCATION:Community Food Club\, 1100 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250930T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250930T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
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SUMMARY:9.30.25 - Roland McDonald House Meal 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/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-58278439-ronald \nDate: Tuesday\, September 30th \nTime: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm \nLocation: 1323 Cedar St NE Grand Rapids\, MI 49503 \nDetails: \n\n5 volunteers needed
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-30-25-roland-mcdonald-house-meal-prep-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Ronald McDonald House\, 1323 Cedar St NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T131500
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SUMMARY:9.25.25 - David LaGrand - Mayor\, City of Grand Rapids
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: David LaGrand – Mayor\, City of Grand Rapids \nSpeaker Topic: City Updates and News \nBio: \nDavid LaGrand was born in Grand Rapids\, Michigan. He graduated from Calvin College and earned a law degree from the University of Chicago in 1992. When David returned to Grand Rapids\, he served as an Assistant Kent County Prosecutor before entering private practice in 2000.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-25-25-david-lagrand-mayor-city-of-grand-rapids/
LOCATION:Aquinas – Wege Ballroom\, 1700 Fulton St E.\, Michigan\, 49506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250918T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250918T131500
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SUMMARY:9.18.25 - Mike Wall - Executive Director of Automotive Analysis\, S & P Global Mobility
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Mike Wall – Executive Director of Automotive Analysis\, S & P Global Mobility \nSpeaker Topic: Automotive Industry Outlook \nBio: \nMike brings over 25 years of financial analysis\, forecasting\, consulting and manufacturing experience to the firm\, with a primary focus on assisting financial firms and manufacturers in their evaluation and understanding of the auto industry\, as well as in-depth analysis of vehicle markets and trends. \nMike has extensive experience working with both manufacturing and financial firms.  With a knowledgebase established studying and covering the automotive industry as well as experience in financial analysis and banking\, Mike is able to offer clients timely and relevant insight\, thereby aiding their strategic planning or investment analysis processes.  Moreover\, he has a deep background in the area of vehicle forecasting and market trend analysis allowing him to assist clients in their assessment of near-term risks and planning scenarios. \nPrior to joining S&P Global Mobility\, Mike was the Director of Forecasting at IRN\, Inc.  He has also held financial and analytical positions in the manufacturing and banking sectors.  Mike graduated Summa Cum Laude with an undergraduate degree in Finance from Grand Valley State University.  He later earned the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-18-25-mike-wall-executive-director-of-automotive-analysis-s-p-global-mobility/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250730T193858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T193858Z
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SUMMARY:9.11.25 - Mark Andresky - District Governor\, District 6290
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual District Governor luncheon! \nSpeaker: 2025 District Governor Mark Andresky \nSpeaker Topic: District 6290 Goals & Updates \nBio: \nMark Andresky is the District Governor and Trainer for Rotary District 6290\, Past President of the Charlevoix Rotary Club\, and serves on his club’s Board of Directors and as the club’s Rotary Foundation Chair. He was a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar\, studying in Strasbourg\, France\, in 1988 – 89.  \nMark Andresky\, CExP\, CEPA\, CBI\, M&A is a Principal with Performance Business Advisors\, LLC. He concentrates his practice on helping business owners throughout the state of Michigan increase their personal and business wealth through comprehensive transition planning and mergers\, acquisitions\, and divestitures. He is a Certified Exit Planner\, Certified Business Intermediary\, Mergers & Acquisitions Master Intermediary\, Business Appraiser\, and Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker.  \nMark is the Past-President of the West Michigan Chapter of the Michigan Business Brokers Association\, a Director of its state Board\, and an active member of the Exit Planning Institute\, International Business Brokers Association\, M&A Source\, International Society of Business Appraisers\, and Business Enterprise Institute.   \nMark earned his Bachelor of Arts degree summa cum laude from Washington and Jefferson College. He writes and speaks regularly throughout the country on a variety of transition planning\, business valuation\, and real estate topics.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-11-25-mark-andresky-district-governor-district-6290/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250730T192655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T204302Z
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SUMMARY:9.4.25 - Club 77 Hosted by Habitat Kent
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Club 77 hosted by Habitat Kent. \nMore details to come!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-4-25-club-77-hosted-by-community-food-club/
LOCATION:Habitat Kent Workspaces & Learning Center\, 425 Pleasant St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250901T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250901T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250730T195719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T195719Z
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SUMMARY:9.1.25 - Greatest Generation Celebration 2025 - Honor Parade - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers Needed for Post-Parade Gathering \nHonor the Greatest Generation by joining us this Labor Day as we kick off a week-long Greatest Generation Celebration\, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII. The morning begins with an Honor Parade in Downtown Grand Rapids\, and we are seeking Rotary volunteers to assist with a post-parade gathering near the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum. \nVolunteer responsibilities include: \n\nHelping parade participants navigate to the post-parade area\nEnsuring our Greatest Generation guests are supported and cared for\nSecuring access points\, so only parade participants receive food and drink\nAnswering general questions and offering friendly assistance\n\nDates: Monday\, September 1st \nTime: 10:30 PM – 1:00 PM \nVolunteers Needed: 15-25 \nLocation: Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum \nSign Up:  \nMore Info on Greatest Generation Celebration 2025 Events: 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-1-25-greatest-generation-celebration-2025-honor-parade-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum\, 303 Pearl St NW\, Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, 49504\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250829
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
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SUMMARY:8.28.24 - NO LUNCHEON - Labor Day Holiday Recognition
DESCRIPTION:There will be no luncheon on Thursday\, August 28th in observance of the Labor Day Holiday.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-28-24-no-luncheon-labor-day-holiday-recognition/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250826T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250826T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
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SUMMARY:8.26.25 - Habitat Kent ReStore - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:The Community Engagement Committee invites you to volunteer at Habitat ReStore! Shifts involve things like receiving and sorting donations\, organizing merchandise shelves\, testing donations\, landscaping\, etc. \nMinimum Age: 14 years old with chaperon present \nParking: Carpooling is strongly encouraged. Leave parking closest to the entrance available for customers. \nAttire: Closed-toe shoes required. Come ready to work inside & outside. Wear clothes that can get dirty and/or paint on them \nDates: Tuesday\, August 26th \nTime: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nLocation: \nHabitat ReStore\n1739 Elizabeth Ave NW\nGrand Rapids\, MI 49504 \nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-57459882-habitat \nVolunteers Needed: 10 \nContact: Rotarians Stacey Woods or Jax Merritt
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-26-25-habitat-kent-restore-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Habitat ReStore\, 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
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SUMMARY:8.21.25 - Rich MacKeigan - General Manager\, ASM Global
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Rich MacKeigan – General Manager\, ASM Global \nSpeaker Topic: Updates on ASM Global Venues in Grand Rapids \nBio: \nRich MacKeigan will revisit our club and give updates and exciting developments since he last spoke to our club in 2022. Rich has served as General Manager for ASM Global in Grand Rapids since 1998\, overseeing Van Andel Arena\, DeVos Performance Hall\, and DeVos Place. As Regional GM\, he also supports multiple ASM venues across the Midwest. Under his leadership\, these venues have grown into major economic and cultural anchors\, consistently ranked among the nation’s best for booking and guest experience. \nA native of Canada\, Rich earned degrees from Dalhousie University and St. Thomas University and gained early experience in Miami and Ottawa before making Grand Rapids home. He also serves as Executive Director of the Grand Rapids–Kent County Convention/Arena Authority and sits on several civic and industry boards. Rich is a passionate advocate for venue excellence\, community engagement\, and regional growth.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-21-25-rich-mackeigan-general-manager-asm-global/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250816T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250816T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250730T200251Z
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SUMMARY:8.16.25 - Ramp Build - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to partner with DAKC & Home Repair Services to provide another volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians and friends to build a ramp! \nDate: Saturday\, August 16th \nTime: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nLocation: TBA (Location will be provided about a week before build) \nSignup Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-57727076-ramp \nDetails: \n\n8 volunteers needed\nHelp build a ramp that provides needed accessibility to someone’s home\n\nContact: Andrea Nucci
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-16-25-ramp-build-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:TBD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
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SUMMARY:8.14.25 - Eugene "Gene" Khorey - WWII Veteran - U.S. Army\, 86th Infantry Division
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a remarkable opportunity as 99-year-old World War II veteran Eugene “Gene” Khorey will share his first-hand experience from the battlefield. Gene is one of the last living members of the Greatest Generation right here in Grand Rapids. He will share personal insight into pivotal moments of WWII—from combat in France to the post-war aftermath in the Pacific. \nHis reflections on humanity\, conflict\, and reconciliation resonate deeply in today’s world. \nGene will be joined by Joel Westphal\, Deputy Director of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum\, for a special discussion-format program exploring history\, service\, and the personal cost of war. \nA Glimpse into Gene’s Story\n• Drafted at just 18\, Gene first set foot overseas in January 1945\, landing in France as part of the U.S. Army’s 86th Infantry Division \n• Over a grueling span of 70 days in combat\, he witnessed the devastation of war—“buildings destroyed\, huddling with fellow soldiers for warmth\, often hungry and freezing” \n• Reflecting on his combat experience\, Gene shared: “War is hell and I hope in the world that we never get into another war” \n• After Victory in Europe\, he continued service in the Philippines\, assisting with the surrender of Japanese forces before returning home to a hero’s welcome in New York \n• Post-war\, Gene built a distinguished career in education—teacher\, principal\, then superintendent—playing a meaningful role in school integration and community leadership \n• He credits his wartime experience with shaping his philosophy of empathy: “Why do we keep killing each other? You’re just like me… We’re dealing with human beings.” \n  
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-14-25-eugene-gene-khorey-wwii-veteran-u-s-army-86th-infantry-division/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T200818Z
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SUMMARY:8.7.25 - CLUB 77
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Club 77 event\, more details to come!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-7-25-club-77/
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250731T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250731T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250604T185602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T185602Z
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SUMMARY:7.31.25 - Randy Thelen - President & CEO\, The Right Place
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Randy Thelen – President & CEO\, The Right Place \nBio: \nAs President and CEO of The Right Place\, Randy Thelen leads the economic development strategy for the Greater Grand Rapids Region. To achieve the region’s vision of being one of the leading growth economies in the nation\, Randy collaborates with business and community leaders to focus efforts on strengthening three strategic pillars: People\, Place\, and Prosperity. \nSince taking the helm at The Right Place in 2021\, the organization has supported the creation and retention of 4\,000+ jobs and $1B+ in new capital investment for the region. Under Randy’s leadership The Right Place has grown to support an 8-county collaborative in the Greater Grand Rapids Region. Randy has expanded the organization’s initiatives to include community development and placemaking\, along with increased talent retention\, expansion\, and attraction services. Randy also championed the launch of a 10-year regional tech strategy that will position the region as one of the leading tech hubs in the Midwest. \nPast Experience \nRandy joined The Right Place team in 2021 after serving as Senior Vice President of economic development at the Downtown Denver Partnership. There he led efforts to attract investment\, recruit and retain business\, and advocate for housing\, retail\, and public policy initiatives. He supported downtown projects totaling more than $1 billion in investments. \nPrior to his role at the Downtown Denver Partnership\, he led the Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership\, a two-state\, eight-county regional economic development effort. Randy executed a $24 million Prosper Omaha strategy which brought $3.9 billion in new capital investment and 13\,000 new jobs to the area. \nRandy’s career began at economic development organizations in Evart and Monroe\, Michigan before he moved to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). From there\, he was hired as the first President of Lakeshore Advantage\, where he led attraction of $1.2 billion in investments and 8\,000 jobs during his 10-year tenure. \nEducation \n\nMaster of Art in Applied Economics | Binghamton University\nBachelor of Arts in Economics | Alma College
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-31-25-randy-thelen-president-ceo-the-right-place/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250724T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250604T185149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T185149Z
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SUMMARY:7.24.25 – Annual IKUS/Indian Trails Camp Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, July 24th 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/7-24-25-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=America/Detroit:20250723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250723T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250708T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T210056Z
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SUMMARY:July 15th\, 16th\, 22nd\, 23rd - Readers Needed for GRPS Purposefully Playing Towards Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to participate in our Purposefully Playing Towards Kindergarten summer program by being a guest storytime reader for children ages 4-5 in one of our nine classrooms across four schools. \n\nWe especially encourage guests to share their profession\, culture\, or identity during storytime! Doctors\, wear your white coats! Basketball players\, sport your jerseys! Spanish speakers\, share a story in Spanish! Feel free to bring props to make your storytime even more engaging. \nDates: Various July dates are available (July 15\, 16th\, 22nd\, 23rd) \nTime: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM \nLocation: Various GRPS Elementary Schools\, see sign up for specific location \nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45A8AE28ABFDC34-56872665-beaguest#/ \nVolunteers Needed: 10-15 each day \nContact: Rotarian Maggie Lancaster
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/july-15th-16th-22nd-23rd-readers-needed-for-grps-purposefully-playing-towards-kindergarten/2025-07-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250722T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250708T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T210056Z
UID:60576-1753178400-1753180200@grrotary.org
SUMMARY:July 15th\, 16th\, 22nd\, 23rd - Readers Needed for GRPS Purposefully Playing Towards Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to participate in our Purposefully Playing Towards Kindergarten summer program by being a guest storytime reader for children ages 4-5 in one of our nine classrooms across four schools. \n\nWe especially encourage guests to share their profession\, culture\, or identity during storytime! Doctors\, wear your white coats! Basketball players\, sport your jerseys! Spanish speakers\, share a story in Spanish! Feel free to bring props to make your storytime even more engaging. \nDates: Various July dates are available (July 15\, 16th\, 22nd\, 23rd) \nTime: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM \nLocation: Various GRPS Elementary Schools\, see sign up for specific location \nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45A8AE28ABFDC34-56872665-beaguest#/ \nVolunteers Needed: 10-15 each day \nContact: Rotarian Maggie Lancaster
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/july-15th-16th-22nd-23rd-readers-needed-for-grps-purposefully-playing-towards-kindergarten/2025-07-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250717T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250604T184647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T201926Z
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SUMMARY:7.17.25 - CLUB 77 - Grand Rapids Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! Rotarian Maggie Lancaster and 2025-2026 Club President Shannon Kolarik invite you to a special event to kick off the 2025–2026 Rotary year. \nBring the whole family—kids\, grandkids\, nieces\, and nephews are all welcome. Please join us for a fun-filled and memorable evening together. We look forward to seeing you there! \nPlease Note: This event replaces our regular weekly luncheon. We will not be meeting at Kent Country Club at noon that day.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-17-25-club-77-grand-rapids-childrens-museum/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Children’s Museum\, 11 Sheldon Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250716T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250708T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T210056Z
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SUMMARY:July 15th\, 16th\, 22nd\, 23rd - Readers Needed for GRPS Purposefully Playing Towards Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to participate in our Purposefully Playing Towards Kindergarten summer program by being a guest storytime reader for children ages 4-5 in one of our nine classrooms across four schools. \n\nWe especially encourage guests to share their profession\, culture\, or identity during storytime! Doctors\, wear your white coats! Basketball players\, sport your jerseys! Spanish speakers\, share a story in Spanish! Feel free to bring props to make your storytime even more engaging. \nDates: Various July dates are available (July 15\, 16th\, 22nd\, 23rd) \nTime: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM \nLocation: Various GRPS Elementary Schools\, see sign up for specific location \nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45A8AE28ABFDC34-56872665-beaguest#/ \nVolunteers Needed: 10-15 each day \nContact: Rotarian Maggie Lancaster
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/july-15th-16th-22nd-23rd-readers-needed-for-grps-purposefully-playing-towards-kindergarten/2025-07-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250715T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250708T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T210056Z
UID:60572-1752573600-1752575400@grrotary.org
SUMMARY:July 15th\, 16th\, 22nd\, 23rd - Readers Needed for GRPS Purposefully Playing Towards Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to participate in our Purposefully Playing Towards Kindergarten summer program by being a guest storytime reader for children ages 4-5 in one of our nine classrooms across four schools. \n\nWe especially encourage guests to share their profession\, culture\, or identity during storytime! Doctors\, wear your white coats! Basketball players\, sport your jerseys! Spanish speakers\, share a story in Spanish! Feel free to bring props to make your storytime even more engaging. \nDates: Various July dates are available (July 15\, 16th\, 22nd\, 23rd) \nTime: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM \nLocation: Various GRPS Elementary Schools\, see sign up for specific location \nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45A8AE28ABFDC34-56872665-beaguest#/ \nVolunteers Needed: 10-15 each day \nContact: Rotarian Maggie Lancaster
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/july-15th-16th-22nd-23rd-readers-needed-for-grps-purposefully-playing-towards-kindergarten/2025-07-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250710T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250604T150818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T150818Z
UID:60492-1752148800-1752153300@grrotary.org
SUMMARY:7.10.25 - President's Message - Shannon Kolarik
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual President’s Message luncheon where new 2025-2026 Club President Shannon Kolarik will share her club goals and plans for the year!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-10-25-presidents-message-shannon-kolarik/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250520T173850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T173850Z
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SUMMARY:7.3.25 - NO LUNCHEON - 4th of July Observance
DESCRIPTION:There will be no luncheon on July 3rd in observance of the holiday.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-3-25-no-luncheon-4th-of-july-observance/
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250626T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T195239
CREATED:20250520T173634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T173634Z
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SUMMARY:6.26.25 - President's "Passing of the Tiller"
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rotary Club of Grand Rapids on June 26th for our annual “Passing of the Tiller” Luncheon\, a special tradition marking the transition of club leadership. \nDuring this ceremony\, outgoing 2024–2025 President Eunice Lopez-Martin will officially pass the presidential tiller to incoming 2025–2026 President Shannon Kolarik. We’ll celebrate the accomplishments of President Eunice’s term and hear her reflections on a successful year. Incoming President Shannon will also share her vision and goals for the upcoming Rotary year. \nThis event is a great opportunity to honor our leadership\, connect with fellow members\, and look ahead to an exciting new chapter for our club.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-26-25-presidents-passing-of-the-tiller/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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