Stories

December 16, 2022 is the Lincoln South Rotary Club Annual Holiday Lunch. As has been tradition, we will be collecting donations for the Food Bank of Lincoln/Lancaster County.

Lincoln South Rotary Club met in Hybrid format on December 2, 2022.

At Lincoln South Rotary Club on December 2, we heard from Rotary District 5650 The Rotary Foundation Chair Mick McKinley.

A warm welcome to our Lincoln South Rotary Club meeting to:

Thank you for all of the contributions in support of Polio Plus.

Lincoln South Rotary Club welcome Cindy Houlden and Del Phillips as member of our club. They are pictured here with Lincoln South Rotary Club chair Suzanne Tyrrell.

Lincoln South Rotary Club has a long-standing tradition of strong support of The Rotary International Foundation. We appreciate every donation to The Rotary Foundation.

Lincoln South Rotary Club has a strong tradition of supporting The Rotary International Foundation and our annual drive is going on now - ending January 31, 2023.

Rotary Members are People of Action. They share their time, treasures and talent as we challenge ourselves to Imagine what we can do through Rotary.

 

The Lincoln South Rotary Club Board approved a service project to support needy families. We are able to help three single parent homes with Christmas this year to help their families have a Christmas to remember! It is easy - see the list on Amazon (read more). All items need to reach President Matt by December 16.

Rotary Members received an email from Rotary District 5650 Governor Barb about an opportunity to support Rotary Clubs in Poland and the Ukrainian Refugees. To donate, click here. Campaign ends December 13 (new deadline). Click Read More for additional information and a QR code to connect to the donate page.

On November 18, 2022 at Lincoln South Rotary Club we heard from Dr. James Blake of Lincoln Public Schools on the Focus Programs for Lincoln Public Schools.

Lincoln South Rotary Club met in Hybrid format on November 18, 2022.

                 

The annual nomination and election process for new Lincoln South Rotary Club Board Members is complete.  Clay Ehlers and Audrey Richert will serve two-year terms starting July 1, 2023.

We heard from Col. Thaddeus D. Finneran on November 11, 2022 at Lincoln South Rotary Club. He provided us with information about the Nebraska National Guard and National Guard of the US and shared the benefits of a career with The Guard.

Lincoln South Rotary recognizes our members who are veterans. Thank you for your service! Click Read More for photos and information on all of our Veterans or click here for the photo album.

Lincoln South Rotary Club met in Hybrid format on November 11, 2022.

Lincoln South Rotary Club Member, the Honorable Elise M. W. White has been installed as the president of the Nebraska Separate Juvenile Judges Association.

The annual Lincoln South Rotary Club Holiday Party will be Friday, December 9, 2022. Click here for the flyer or select read more for details.

Rotary Members are People of Action. They share their time, treasures and talent as we challenge ourselves to Imagine what we can do through Rotary.

Arlene Rea, with the Friendship Force, told us about the students visiting from Kyrgyzstan.

Lincoln South Rotary Club met in Hybrid format on November 4, 2022.

On Friday, November 4, 2022 at Lincoln South Rotary Club, we heard about Kawasaki - the company and their support of refugees and immigrants. The speakers were Corporate Director of Administration Jason Hellbusch and Bryan Seck.

The Annual Salute to Business by the Rotary Clubs of Lincoln honored Sampson Construction on November 1, 2022.

Rotary is dedicated to causes that build international relationships, improve lives, and create a better world to support our peace efforts and end polio forever. There are 7 Areas of Focus: Donate to The Rotary Foundation during the Lincoln South Rotary Club campaign in December and January.

There is an app available for iPhones and Android devices through ClubRunner for Rotary members. You can see Club Speakers and Events, Current Stories as well as Member Contacts at your fingertips!

District Governor Barb will hold a drawing at the District Conference for five (5) Paul Harris Fellows. Donate $100 to The Rotary Foundation in the next couple of weeks and let us know if you want to be included in the drawing. Donations to the Ride to End Polio as in the story below count. You can contact Nicki by email (click here) and your information will be forwarded.

Lincoln South Rotary Club, with matching funds from Rotary District Grants, supported a free tree distribution which was held October 22, 2022. There were 250 trees distributed to families in low- to moderate- income residential neighborhoods in Lincoln.

Read the stories about Lincoln South Rotary Club or the Rotary Clubs of Lincoln here.

 

Nikki Isemann is welcomed BACK to Lincoln South Rotary Club. Nikki was President of Lincoln South Rotary Club 2004-05.

Donating through the Ride to End Polio can turn $30,000 into $150,000 because of matching funds from The Rotary Foundation and The Gates Foundation. Use the QR Code or Click Here to donate through the Ride.

Suchitra Pattnaik is welcomed as a new member to Lincoln South Rotary Club. Suchitra is from India and was introduced to Rotary by friends.

Rotary Members are People of Action. They share their time, treasures and talent as we challenge ourselves to Imagine what we can do through Rotary.

Lincoln South Rotary Club has a long-standing tradition of strong support of The Rotary International Foundation.  When a member has accumulated a total of $1,000 in donations, they are named a Paul Harris Fellow.

Membership Chair Suzanne Tyrrell shared information about the couples that we have in Lincoln South Rotary Club. These couples provide double strength and support and they have fun sharing Rotary experiences. 

We heard from our newest member - Suchitra Pattnaik - during h34 Member Moment on September 16, 2022 at Lincoln South Rotary Club.

Lincoln South Rotary Club has a long-standing tradition of strong support of The Rotary International Foundation.  When a member has accumulated a total of $1,000 in donations, they are named a Paul Harris Fellow.

Lincoln-based artist Nancy Friedemann-Sanchez and Charley Friedman were our scheduled speakers at Lincoln South Rotary Club on September 16, 2022. Due to limited time, we heard only about Nancy's journey and her collections.

The Lincoln South Rotary Club Foundation Wine Tasting Fundraiser was held Friday September 9, 2022. This annual event provides funds for local community project grants.

Rotary Clubs and Rotarians around the world honored local healthhcare workers during August 21-27, 2022 - Health Care Workers Week. Clinic With A Heart volunteers and staff thank Lincoln South Rotary Club for the pizza dinner provided to them August 25.

Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are challenge ourselves to Imagine what we can do through Rotary.

 

Lincoln South Rotary Club was awarded the Rotary Citation for 2021-22 under the leadership of President DeEtta Vrana.

Bob Vrana, Past President 2013-14 of Lincoln South Rotary Club told us about Spirit, Family, Job and Rotary during his Member Moment on August 19, 2022 at Lincoln South Rotary Club.

Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives.

 

Clay Ehlers, the Club Chair of our Youth programs provided an overview of activities. His invitation - anyone interested in getting involved with these inspiring young people - and our future - should contact him.

The story of Vi See and Jenny Cardwell traveling to Warsaw Poland to support Ukrainian refugees was featured on the front of The Neighborhood Extra section of the Lincoln Journal Star.

Lincoln South Rotary Club has a long-standing tradition of strong support of The Rotary International Foundation.  When a member has accumulated a total of $1,000 in donations, they are named a Paul Harris Fellow. When those donations reach $10,000 they are recognized as a Major Donor.

Rotary District 5650 recognized Vi See and Jenny Cardwell, members of Lincoln South Rotary Club, for their volunteer work in Poland.

Lincoln South Rotary Club was recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation during the Rotary District 5650 Conference.

Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to fulfill the 2022-23 Rotary Theme as we imagine the future, imagine a better world, Imagine Rotary.

 

A story in The Neighborhood Extra on July 2, 2022 outlined Maxine Moul's accomplishments this year - earning her The Rotarian of the Year. Click here to read the story as published or click here to read the story saved to our website. 

The Rotary International President 2022-23 Jennifer Jones, the first female President of Rotary International, introduces the theme for the year - "Imagine Rotary". To read her presentation, click here.

On June 24, 2022, Lincoln South Rotary Club had a special off site meeting with lunch, drinks and a tour at the Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed.

Chan Tyrrell presented himself as "the recovering Rotarian". He was wearing literally all of the Rotary pins he had collected over the years.

Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives.

 

Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives.

 

Audrey is originally from Minnesota, moving to Nebraska while she was in grade school. She attended Doane College.

Lincoln South Rotary Club charter date was April 30, 1984. Charter President Gene Swinton is still a member of our club. Click here to read the history of our club and click here to see specific information about the Charter Night.

Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives.

 

Suzanne Tyrrell was born in Minneapolis but her family moved to Lincoln when she was a toddler. She is an only child.

Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives.

 

See Lincoln South Rotary Club on Facebook (click here) or use this QR Code:

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Rotary International has a rich history. It is the oldest and largest Service Club in the world with the first Rotary Club meeting in Chicago on February 23, 1905.

Jim O'Hanlon is from Blair, Nebraska - a 4th generation Blair resident on both his mother's and father's families.

Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives.

 

Jeremiah Blakey works in the area of government affairs, educating decision makers in the impact of changes on companies and individuals.

Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives.

 

On December 1, 2021, Charity Navigator announced that The Rotary Foundation had again earned highest honors with a 100% 4/4 star rating. This is the 14th year in a row The Rotary Foundation has achieved the 4/4 star rating from Charity Navigator. 

 

Click here to read more.

 

And to see where they ranked 100 out of 100 points, click here.

 

The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International is a 4-Star Investment!

Joyce Michaelis is retired after teaching at Nebraska Wesleyan University for 44 years.

The Lincoln South Rotary Club Board of Directors is pleased to announce Suni Kasibhatla as the Club President 2024-25. Congratulations Suni!

Joyce Schmeeckle performs research evaluation for nonprofits and government grants which has allowed her to be expose to the many good people in our community.

Refer to the Club Calendar (click here) to keep up on Events, Activities, Deadlines and Speakers. There is a link at the top of the home page that you can check any time.

Jason Varga is with Cause Collective. He described it as a sort of Chamber of Commerce for Non-Profit Organizations.

Bobby Cunningham was born in Kansas. When his parents became missionaries when he was 2 he found himself living in various countries around the world.

 

You could hear Zaineb gasp when she saw the check she was awarded.

Clay Ehlers was honored with the District 5650 Cadwallader Award. This is the highest honor presented for service in our District.

Members have asked if there is a way to pay Happy $$$ online. YES - it is easy!

Roger Meyer was born in a suburb of Los Angeles. He was introduced to Nebraska when he attended the Concordia University in Seward.  

Lincoln South Rotary Club has a long-standing tradition of strong support of The Rotary International Foundation.  When a member has accumulated a total of $1,000 in donations, they are named a Paul Harris Fellow.

Thank you to the Lincoln South Rotary Club members who are volunteering for trail clean up. This sign provides a nice greeting to all that use the trail.

Dave Dietz was recognized for his donations to The Rotary Foundation Endowment Fund.

Lincoln South Rotary Club has a long-standing tradition of strong support of The Rotary International Foundation.  When a member has accumulated a total of $1,000 in donations, they are named a Paul Harris Fellow.

Lincoln South Rotary Club has a long-standing tradition of strong support of The Rotary International Foundation.  When a member has accumulated a total of $1,000 in donations, they are named a Paul Harris Fellow. As we continue to contribute we become a Paul Harris + designee. 

Lincoln South Rotary Club has a long-standing tradition of strong support of The Rotary International Foundation.  When a member has accumulated a total of $1,000 in donations, they are named a Paul Harris Fellow. As we continue to contribute we become a Paul Harris + designee. 

Lincoln South Rotary Club has a long-standing tradition of strong support of The Rotary International Foundation.  When a member has accumulated a total of $1,000 in donations, they are named a Paul Harris Fellow. As we continue to contribute we become a Paul Harris + designee. 

Lincoln South Rotary Club members volunteer for trail clean up.

Rotary Fellowships are international groups that share a common passion. Being part of a fellowship is a fun way to make friends around the world, explore a hobby or profession, and enhance your Rotary experience.

Shannon Booth and her family moved to Lincoln because of Shannon's job - Manager of Channel 10 KOLN/KGIN TV station.

Tami came to Rotary after visiting with Chan at a Family Reunion.

We learned about Henrik Christensen at Rotary on March 29, 2019.

We learned about Michaela Williams at Rotary on March 22, 2019.

Sunitha "Suni" Kasibhatla shared the story of her life and love on January 18 at Lincoln South Rotary Club.

We got to know a little more about member Sreenivasa "Srini" Ampavati at Lincoln South Rotary Club on January 11.

We got to know Elise White a little better during the Rotary Club meeting October 19.

On September 28, "Air Force Brat" Bruce Remington told us about his background, work and interests.

On September 21 we heard from Jean Lovell during our Member Moment segment.

Thank you Mary Gilbride for presenting your Member Moment on September 7 at Lincoln South Rotary Club.

On August 24, Scott Delisi presented a Member Moment.

Kim Remington presented her Member Moment at the August 10 meeting of Lincoln South Rotary Club.

During the Lincoln South Rotary Club meeting on June 22 we got to hear a Member Moment from Maxine Moul.

Thank you to Tracey McLain for sharing personal information during her Member Moment. We learned that she has 92 first cousins . . . and she knows them all!

Brad doesn't like the smell or taste of pumpkin, making this time of year particularly trying for him.