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Rotary Club of Grand Rapids

1 day ago

Through a grant from our Rotary Club of Grand Rapids Charities Foundation, we are proud sponsors of the Dragonflies Downtown in Grand Rapids.

Follow along for more dragonfly updates (and sightings)! ... See MoreSee Less

Rotary Club of Grand Rapids

3 weeks ago

On Tuesday, thirteen Rotary Club of Grand Rapids members gathered at @Habitat for Humanity of Kent County's ReStore North to volunteer. We worked together to assemble lighting fixtures + ceiling fans and organize + price merchandise.

Our team started the afternoon with a tour and introduction to this retail store with a mission. ReStore North sells new and gently used building materials and home improvement products to the community at discounted prices. ReStore proceeds go to Habitat for Humanity of Kent County to help build homes with qualified Habitat homebuyers.

Fellowship was built while we served together, and we were able to support this deserving organization with our time and talents.

Thank you to all who participated! 💪💙💛

Community Engagement Committee Event Co-Chairs:
Jax Merritt + Stacey Woods

Volunteers:
Jessica Johns
Nate Cekander
Melissa Kirby
Andrea Nucci
Cathy Blackburn
Jess Eglinton
Alicia Cordoba
Suzanne Callahan
Craig Clark
Leslie Sanford
Shannon Kolarik ... See MoreSee Less

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Rotary Club of Grand Rapids

4 weeks ago

Thank you to Sgt. Justin Kribs, K-9 Officer with Grand Rapids Police Department for joining us for our weekly luncheon and sharing the history of their K-9 units and how they use the dogs in various ways to deter and de-escalate criminal situations.

Sgt. Kribs also shared various training techniques and scenarios in which GRPD K-9s are used in the community. ... See MoreSee Less

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Rotary Club of Grand Rapids

1 month ago

Yesterday Charles Burke, President & CEO of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park joined us and gave a wonderful presentation on the history and future of the park.

As a former symphony director, Charles also gave a 3-minute master class on how to lead an orchestra as a conductor!

As our club grows, we introduced 4 new members: Shannon Simpson, Lisa Wideman, Leslie Sanford, and Ryan Huizenga!

MSU Rotaract Club Membership Committee Chair, Rron Rexha also presented on a future partnership with our club! ... See MoreSee Less

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Rotary Club of Grand Rapids

1 month ago

We had a delightful evening last Thursday at our monthly Club 77 social event in the charming Heritage Hill Association neighborhood!

Guests enjoyed drinks, appetizers, and engaging conversations with fellow Rotarians. The walking tours, which included the gardens and historic homes were a highlight.

Thank you to Rotarian Peter Albertini for hosting and everyone who joined us for a night of connection and fun!

#rotaryclub77 #HeritageHill #communityevent ... See MoreSee Less

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Rotary Club of Grand Rapids

2 months ago

Yesterday afternoon our Rotarians visited Indian Trails Camp for our annual picnic! ITC is an extraordinary place in our community.

Thank you to Joe Woodruff, Executive Director of IKUS Life Enrichment Services/Indian Trails Camp, Director Nikki Outhier, and the rest of the ITC staff for a delicious lunch, guided tours, and for sharing amazing stories of the lasting impact they are making in individuals lives.

Since 1953 our club has enjoyed partnering with IKUS Life Enrichment Services/Indian Trails Camp and looks forward to continuing our long association for the years to come.

We encourage you to visit ikuslife.org/ for more information and volunteer opportunities! ... See MoreSee Less

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Rotary Club of Grand Rapids

2 months ago

Thank you to Tim Selgo, Assistant Vice President, Mammoth Sports Consulting for joining us for lunch and presenting on the ever-changing newly implemented NCAA NIL and how it's changing college athletics.

Immediate Past President Shaun Shira presented the "President's Award" to Rotarian Katharina Häusler-Gross for her dedication and Service Above Self to the club during President Shira's presidency!

We also received a Charities Foundation update from Foundation President Neil Marchand and upcoming Community Engagement volunteer opportunities from committee co-chair Katharina Häusler-Gross.

There always new and exciting happenings in our club, to learn more visit grrotary.org ... See MoreSee Less

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