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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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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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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
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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
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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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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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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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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250704
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250619T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250619T131500
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SUMMARY:6.19.25 - Kevin Guskiewicz - President\, Michigan State University
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Kevin Guskiewicz – President\, Michigan State University \nBio: \nKevin M. Guskiewicz\, a neuroscientist\, academic leader and concussion researcher\, was appointed president-elect of Michigan State University on Dec. 8\, 2023\, by the MSU Board of Trustees and started as president on March 4\, 2024. \nA member of the University of North Carolina’s faculty since 1995 and founding director of the Matthew Gfeller Sport-Related Traumatic Brain Injury Research Center and the Center for the Study of Retired Athletes\, Guskiewicz was appointed UNC’s Chancellor in 2019. He is a nationally recognized expert on sport-related concussions and maintains an active research portfolio\, serving as co-principal investigator on two multi-center research grants. He has published over 200 peer-reviewed papers in the areas of sports medicine and neuroscience. \nHis team’s groundbreaking work has garnered numerous awards and has influenced concussion guidelines in the NFL and NCAA. In 2011\, Guskiewicz received the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship for his innovative work on the diagnosis\, treatment and prevention of sport-related concussions. In 2011\, he convinced the NFL and NCAA to change the kickoff rule\, which resulted in a 50% reduction in concussions on kickoffs. In 2013\, Time magazine named him a Game Changer\, one of 18 “innovators and problem-solvers that are inspiring change in America.” \nGuskiewicz earned a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from West Chester University\, a master’s in exercise physiology/athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh and a doctorate in sports medicine from the University of Virginia. \nBorn and raised in Latrobe\, Pennsylvania\, he and his wife Amy have four children: Jacob\, Nathan\, Adam and Tessa.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-19-25-kevin-guskiewicz-president-michigan-state-university/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250618T190000
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SUMMARY:6.18.25 - Women in Rotary Event - Walk\, Talk\, & Tacos
DESCRIPTION:Women in Rotary Event: Walk\, Talk & Tacos! \nDate: Wednesday\, June 18th \nLocation: Luna in Downtown Ada – 7471 River St SE Suite 120\, Ada\, MI 49301 \nTime: \n5:00 -5:30 PM – Walk\n5:30 -7:00 PM – Talk @ Luna \nJoin your fellow Women in Rotary\, guests and Rotary wives for a fun and casual 30-minute walk through beautiful downtown Ada! After our walk\, we’ll meet at Luna for some refreshments. \nIt’s the perfect way to connect\, recharge\, and toast President Eunice. Lace up your sneakers and bring your smile—we’ll walk\, we’ll talk\, and we’ll cheers! \nRSVP by June 13 to chelsea@deksia.com or 616.430.2523
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-18-25-women-in-rotary-event-walk-talk-tacos/
LOCATION:Luna – Downtown Ada\, 7471 River St SE\, Suite 120\, Ada\, 49301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250612T131500
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SUMMARY:6.12.25 - Rotary Youth Exchange Program (RYEP) Relaunch Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The Rotary Club of Grand Rapids is excited to announce the return of the Rotary Youth Exchange Program (RYEP)! After a pause in recent years\, we’re bringing this life-changing opportunity back for local students and families. Join us to learn how the program works and how you can get involved—as a student\, a host family\, or a volunteer. We will also have a past RYEP student give a testimonial on how the program transformed their lives. \nWhat is RYEP?The Rotary Youth Exchange Program is an international exchange program for high school students\, sponsored by Rotary International. Students aged 15–19 spend a school year living with host families in another country\, attending school\, learning a new culture\, and becoming global citizens. At the same time\, our community will welcome an inbound student from abroad\, offering them a home-away-from-home experience. \nThis Program Involves: \n\nA full academic year abroad for outbound students\nHosting an international student here in Grand Rapids\nCultural exchange\, language learning\, and leadership development\nSupport and guidance from Rotary clubs at home and abroad
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-12-25-rotary-youth-exchange-program-ryep-relaunch-luncheon/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250607T123000
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SUMMARY:5.7.25 – Ramp Build w/ DAKC & Home Repair Services
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\, June 7th \nTime: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nLocation: 5731 Sandy Ct SE #79\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49548 \nSignup Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-57051399-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/5-7-25-ramp-build-w-dakc-home-repair-services/
LOCATION:TBD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250605T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250605T180000
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SUMMARY:6.5.25 - Club 77 Hosted by Feeding America West Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Club 77 event hosted by Feeding America West Michigan! Invite your colleagues\, business clients\, and friends for fellowship\, appetizers & adult beverages!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-5-25-club-77-hosted-by-feeding-america-west-michigan/
LOCATION:Feeding America West Michigan\, 3070 Shaffer Ave SE\, Kentwood\, Michigan\, 49512
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250529T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250529T131500
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SUMMARY:5.29.25 - Mark Washington - City Manager\, City of Grand Rapids
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Mark Washington – City Manager\, City of Grand Rapids \nSpeaker Topic: Balancing Commerical and Community Interests in Decision Making for City Development \nBIO: \n\nMark Washington has been Grand Rapids’ City Manager since October 2018. As City Manager\, he functions as the municipal corporation’s Chief Executive Officer. He oversees a $690 million budget\, a 2700-person workforce and all city departments\, operations\, policies and programs related to public safety\, economic development\, community services\, mobility\, infrastructure\, health\, environment\, recreation and community engagement. He is committed to making Grand Rapids a city that is nationally recognized for being equitable\, welcoming\, innovative and collaborative with a robust economy\, safe and healthy community and the opportunity for a high quality of life for all. \n\n\nSince arriving in Grand Rapids\, Mark has led efforts to create a strategic plan\, increase efficiencies of government services\, establish an equitable economic development and mobility strategy\, create a public safety oversight and accountability office\, establish an equity office and innovation office\, launch a homeless outreach team and reaffirm the City’s commitment to sustainability. \n\n\nMark has 27 years of experience in public sector service. Before becoming Grand Rapids’ City Manager\, he served as Assistant City Manager for the City of Austin\, Texas. In that role\, he assisted the City Manager in operating a workforce of 14\,000 employees and a $4.1 billion budget. He also provided direct executive oversight to several departments\, including human resources\, labor relations\, fleet services\, communications and technology management\, building services\, innovation\, telecommunications\, regulatory affairs and the Austin Convention Center. He provided executive leadership on labor contract negotiations\, improving police oversight and community relations\, hosting and planning large events such as South by Southwest (SXSW) and creating public-private partnerships to address community challenges such as equity\, homelessness\, digital inclusion\, housing/tenant rights\, right-of-way uses for disruptive technology and workforce development for marginalized populations. \n\n\nBefore that\, Mark served as Director of Human Resources and Civil Service for the City of Austin. In that role\, he led efforts that resulted in the City of Austin being recognized among the top 10 employers by Forbes Magazine thanks to efforts around strategic planning\, talent management\, employee engagement\, labor management\, risk management\, equity\, benefits and leadership development. He previously served as Assistant Director of Human Resources for the City of Fort Worth\, Texas (6\,500 employees)\, overseeing compensation\, benefits\, wellness\, safety and workers’ compensation. He also served as Street Services Operations Program Manager for the City of Fort Worth\, overseeing its in-house street maintenance and overlay program. \n\n\nHe has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Tarleton State University\, a master’s degree in business administration from Amberton University and a master of arts degree and doctorate degree in education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. \n\n\nMark is a member of the International City/County Management Association\, Michigan Municipal Executives\, and Grand Valley Metropolitan Council. He also serves on the Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.\, Spectrum Health Community Commitment\, National Forum for Black Public Administrators\, TenthFuture Inc.\, Art Prize and Tarleton State University College of Business advisory boards. He is a Trustee of the Michigan Municipal League and Paul Quinn College. He previously served as State President of the International Public Management Association Texas chapter and is a former board member of the Texas Municipal Human Resources Association and Austin Area Urban League\, among other organizations. He holds the following certifications: International City/County Management Association Credentialed Manager (ICMA-CM) International Public Management Association-Senior Certified Professional (IPMA-HR-SCP)\, Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)\, HR Certification Institute and Society for Human Resources Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) and Certified Government Benefit Administrator certification from the state and local Government Benefit Association (CGBA)\, among others. He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and he is an ordained minister.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-29-25-mark-washington-city-manager-city-of-grand-rapids/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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SUMMARY:5.22.25 - NO LUNCHEON - Memorial Day Observation
DESCRIPTION:There will be no luncheon on May 22nd in observance of Memorial Day.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-22-25-no-luncheon-memorial-day-observation/
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250520T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250520T190000
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SUMMARY:5.20.25 - Cultural Awareness Roundtable w/ Guest Speaker Skot Welch
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! \nCultural Awareness Roundtable\nWith Special Guest Facilitator: Skot Welch\nHosted by the Rotary Club of Grand Rapids\nDate: Tuesday\, May 20th \nLocation: All Art Works Viewing Studio \nTime: \n\n5:30 PM — Networking & Light Refreshments\n6:00 PM — Roundtable Begins\n7:00 PM — Event Ends\n\nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-56390088-cultural \nJoin us for an engaging evening of conversation\, connection\, and cultural awareness with renowned cultural expert Skot Welch. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to grow together as a community.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-20-25-cultural-awareness-roundtable-w-guest-speaker-skot-welch/
LOCATION:AllArtsWorks Viewing Studio\, 333 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250515T131500
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SUMMARY:5.15.25 - Scott Vander Kooy - President\, Comprenew
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Scott Vander Kooy – President\, Comprenew \nSpeaker Topic: Protecting People and Planet \nBio: \nScott Vander Kooy started Comprenew in 1986 as an IBM mainframe refurbisher in Grand Rapids\, Michigan. As computers became more affordable and more electronics began entering the waste stream\, Comprenew expanded its services to include recycling to help reduce this environmental threat. Today\, Comprenew is one of the highest certified electronics service and recycling companies in the world. \nBecause electronics is the fastest growing part of our waste stream\, Scott would like to share about the importance of doing everything we can to ensure that electronics do not harm people and the environment. Through Comprenew’s recycling procedures and zero-landfill policy\, Scott works to ensure electronics are only a benefit to society. \nGrowing up in Illinois\, New York and Michigan\, Scott’s favorite subject in school was Science. In college\, he studied Business/Economics and Political Science at Calvin University. He is passionate about equity\, environmental protection\, business leadership and spending time with family at his lake cottage. Scott and his wife\, Jan\, have three grown children and two grandchildren.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-15-25-scott-vander-kooy-president-comprenew/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
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SUMMARY:5.13.25 - 2025 Service Above Self Award Dinner Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Tickets on Sale!\nWe are excited to announce that tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Service Above Self Award Dinner Celebration! Don’t miss this special evening—purchase your tickets today: Get Your Tickets Here \n\n2025 Service Above Self Recipient: Alan Abraham\nWe are proud to announce that Alan Abraham has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Service Above Self Award\, recognizing his exceptional dedication to service and leadership within our community. This prestigious award is presented annually in honor of Frederik Meijer\, a visionary leader whose commitment to service and community continues to inspire us all. Alan’s life and work embody the true spirit of Rotary\, and we are thrilled to honor him for his years of selfless contributions. \nAlan’s journey with Rotary began on January 1\, 1987\, when he became a member of our club after being appointed General Manager of his family’s company\, S. Abraham and Sons\, Inc.\, based in Grand Rapids\, MI. As his company expanded throughout Michigan\, Indiana\, and Ohio\, Alan saw Rotary as an invaluable way to connect with others and make a lasting impact. Inspired by his family’s legacy of service—his grandfather a Shriner and his uncle a Lions Club member—Alan understood the importance of community involvement from an early age. \nAlan’s dedication to giving back is evident in his charitable work\, which has largely focused on children. He has served and continues to serve many organizations\, including the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum\, Kids Food Basket\, Indian Trails Camp\, and Van Andel Institute\, among others. Through his family business\, he also ensured that children in need received donations of candy and other resources. Alan’s work in these areas highlights his belief in the power of empathy and the importance of helping those less fortunate. \nIn addition\, Alan was a founding member of the North Naples Sunset Rotary Club in Florida\, and his charitable work extends to organizations such as Grand Valley State University and Michigan State University. His philosophy centers around “family\, faith\, and ability”\, which have shaped his humble approach to service and his deep commitment to others. \nAs Alan humbly puts it\, “family\, faith\, and ability” have been instrumental in his ability to support and give back\, always focusing on service rather than recognition. His belief in Rotary’s motto\, “Service Above Self\,” is the driving force behind his many contributions. \nWhen Alan is not serving the community\, he enjoys golfing\, working out with a personal trainer\, traveling with his wife\, and attending Michigan State basketball & football games as a long-time season ticket holder. \nWe invite you to join us in celebrating Alan’s remarkable achievements and commitment to our community at the Service Above Self Award Dinner\, held in honor of Frederik Meijer\, on May\, 13\, 2025 at St. Nicholas Cultural Center. This special evening will honor Alan’s legacy of service and his significant impact on countless lives. \nMark your calendars for Tuesday\, May 13\, 2025 for the SAS Award Celebration Dinner!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-13-25-2025-service-above-self-award-dinner-celebration/
LOCATION:The Cultural Center at St. Nicholas\, 2250 E. Paris Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250508T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
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SUMMARY:5.8.25 - David Vessey - Philosophy Professor\, GVSU
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: David Vessey – Philosophy Professor\, GVSU \nSpeaker Topic: Philosophical Reflections on Artificial Intelligence \nBio: \n​David Vessey is a Professor of Philosophy at Grand Valley State University (GVSU)\, where he has been a faculty member since 2008. He specializes in 19th and 20th-century Continental philosophy\, with a particular focus on hermeneutic phenomenology and the philosophical tradition of interpretation. \nVessey earned his Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Notre Dame in 1996\, following a B.A. in Mathematics and Philosophy from St. Olaf College\, where he graduated magna cum laude and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. \nHis research interests include the works of Hans-Georg Gadamer\, J.G. Fichte\, Wilhelm von Humboldt\, Edmund Husserl\, Maurice Merleau-Ponty\, and Jean-Paul Sartre. Vessey’s scholarship explores themes such as intersubjectivity\, language\, time-consciousness\, and embodied subjectivity. He has contributed to the field through various publications and presentations\, including keynote addresses and conference papers. \nIn addition to his academic work\, Vessey is actively involved in the North American Society for Philosophical Hermeneutics (NASPH)\, serving as both a board member and treasurer.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-8-25-david-vessey-philosophy-professor-gvsu/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250503T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
CREATED:20250416T180930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T181104Z
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SUMMARY:5.3.25 - Greenwood Cemetery Clean Up - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to provide the following volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians and friends to clean up the grounds at Greenwood Cemetery! \nDate: Saturday\, May 3rd \nTime: 9:30 – 1:00 PM \nLocation: Greenwood Cemetery – 1373 Leonard St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49504 \nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-56118856-greenwood \nVolunteers Needed: 15
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-3-25-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:20250501T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250501T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
CREATED:20250416T173201Z
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SUMMARY:5.1.25 - CLUB 77 & Membership Recruitment Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Club 77 event hosted by Rotarian Bob Tsironis at Blandford Nature Center! This is also our Membership Recruitment Event\, so invite your colleagues\, business clients\, and friends! \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/5-1-25-club-77-membership-recruitment-event/
LOCATION:Blandford Nature Center\, 1715 Hillburn Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49504\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250430T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
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SUMMARY:4.30.25 - AYA Youth Collective - Spring Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will learn about A.Y.A. and lend their helping hands through this service project. We will tour the drop-in center\, roll up our sleeves\, and head outside for spring clean-up in the yards at the center and their neighboring Cherry St. home. \nLet the raking\, trimming\, mulching\, and planting begin. Let’s beautify these properties for this deserving organization and the young people they serve! \nDate: Wednesday\, April 30th \nTime: 3:00 – 5:00 PM \nLocation: AYA Youth Collective – 320 State St SE Grand Rapids\, MI 49503 \nSign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-55438156-ayayouth \nVolunteers Needed: 10
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/4-30-25-aya-youth-collective-spring-clean-up/
LOCATION:AYA Youth Collective\, 320 State St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250424T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
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SUMMARY:4.24.25 - STRIVE Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual STRIVE (Students Taking Renewed Interest in the Value of Education) student mentorship luncheon. We will celebrate and highlight all the progress and wonderful things the student mentees and mentors have been up to! \nABOUT STRIVE: \nStrive is a motivational mentoring program that targets high school junior and senior students who want to improve their educational status and their life prospects. Students are paired with a mentor who is a caring\, reliable\, positive role model who meets regularly on a one-on-one basis. The goal is to build the student’s self-esteem and reinforce the student’s successes. Mentors also help the student set and achieve educational and personal goals\, with grades\, attendance\, and attitude.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/4-24-25-strive-luncheon/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250419T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
CREATED:20250306T181811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T181811Z
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SUMMARY:4.19.25 - Ramp Build w/ DAKC & Home Repair Services
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to partner with DAKC & Home Repair Services to provide the following volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians and friends to build a ramp! \nDate: Saturday\, April 19th \nTime: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM \nLocation: Grand Rapids Area (location TBA 3 days before event) \nSignup Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-55438048-ramp \nDetails: \n\n8 volunteers needed\nHelp build a ramp that provides needed accessibility to someone’s home\n\nContact: Dave Bulkowski and Andrea Nucci
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/4-19-25-ramp-build-w-dakc-home-repair-services/
LOCATION:TBD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250417T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
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SUMMARY:4.17.25 - Interact Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special luncheon led by the Rotary Interact Club! This event brings together community members for a delicious meal while supporting a good cause. The Rotary Interact Club is a youth-driven organization focused on leadership\, service\, and community engagement\, and they are excited to share this experience with you.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/4-17-25-interact-luncheon/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250412T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
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SUMMARY:4.12.25 - Indian Trails Camp - Spring Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to provide the following volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians\, STRIVE students and friends to clean\, fix and paint at our long-time community partner\, Indian Trails Camp\, as they prep for another year of service to the community! \nDate: Saturday\, April 12th \nTime: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM \nLocation: IKUS/Indian Trails Camp – O-1859 Lake Michigan Drive NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49534 \nSignup Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-55437943-indian \nDetails: \n\n25 + volunteers needed\nIndian Trails Camp has been a long-time community partner and is also an essential organization to our club. This is a great opportunity to work alongside our STRIVE students and lead by example to show them what it means to be an active member of Rotary and how Service Above Self can impact the community.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/4-12-25-indian-trails-camp-spring-clean-up/
LOCATION:Indian Trails Camp\, 0-1859 Lake Michigan Drive\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49534\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250410T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
CREATED:20250306T173052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T173052Z
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SUMMARY:4.10.25 - Andy Guy - Chief Outcomes Officer\, Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Andy Guy – Chief Outcomes Officer\, Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. \nSpeaker Topic: Grand River Greenway Projects \nBio: \nAndy Guy serves as Chief Outcomes Officer at Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.\, responsible for place management and city building in Downtown Grand Rapids. Guy directs DGRI’s policy\, strategy and communication initiatives in this role. \nGuy brings 15 years of broad experience in Michigan’s mobility and urban revitalization movement. Prior to joining DGRI\, Guy served as Associate Director of Governor Rick Snyder’s Office of Urban Initiatives. He also served as Director of Metropolitan and Environmental Initiatives at Grand Rapids-based Wondergem PR. \nA graduate of Michigan State University\, Guy lives in Downtown Grand Rapids with his wife and two daughters\, who attend Grand Rapids Public Schools.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/4-10-25-andy-guy-chief-outcomes-officer-downtown-grand-rapids-inc/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
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SUMMARY:4.3.25 - NO LUNCHEON - SPRING BREAK
DESCRIPTION:There will be no luncheon or Club 77 on April 3\, 2025\, in observance of spring break. See you on April 10th at our next luncheon!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/4-3-25-no-luncheon-spring-break/
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250329T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250329T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173646
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SUMMARY:3.29.25 - Joint Service Project w/ Rotary Club of Muskegon @ Kids Food Basket
DESCRIPTION:The Community Engagement Committee and President Eunice Lopez-Martin have announced that our club will host the next Joint Service Project & Social Gathering with fellow Muskegon Rotarians at Kids Food Basket! \nBack in August\, over 60 Rotarians and family members gathered at the Boys and Girls Club of Muskegon Lakeshore\, hosted by the Rotary Club of Muskegon\, to clean up debris and the facility’s grounds. It was an amazing turnout and an opportunity to unite our two clubs to do good in the community. Now it’s our turn to host! \nService Project & Social Gathering Details:\nVolunteers will create/pack healthy and nourishing meals for kids\, followed by a Social Gathering at a nearby family-friendly restaurant \nFun & Family-Friendly Activities:\nThis is a family-friendly volunteer opportunity\, so bring them along! Kids & teens will have a station to decorate paper lunch bags with artistic and loving messages for the kids receiving lunches! \nDate: Saturday\, March 29th \nVolunteer Arrival: 9:15 AM for a brief welcome and orientation session \nService Project Time: 9:30 – 11:30 AM \nSocial Gathering Time: 12:00 – 1:30 PM\nLocation    Speciation Cellars\nAddress     928 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49506\nDirections  From KFB to Speciation Cellars \nLocation: Kids Food Basket – 1300 Plymouth Dr NE Grand Rapids\, MI 49505 \nSign Up:  Sign Up Genius Link. \nVolunteers Needed: 50 – 60 \nContact: Katharina Häusler-Gross – Co-Chair\, Community Engagement Committee
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/3-29-25-joint-service-project-w-rotary-club-of-muskegon-kids-food-basket/
LOCATION:Kids Food Basket\, 1300 Plymouth Dr NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49505\, United States
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