July 1 There Was No Meeting at Lincoln South Rotary
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In observance of the Independence Day Holiday, Lincoln South Rotary Club did not meet on July 1. We hope you enjoyed your holiday.
July 1 There Was No Meeting at Lincoln South Rotary![]() In observance of the Independence Day Holiday, Lincoln South Rotary Club did not meet on July 1. We hope you enjoyed your holiday.
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Imagine Rotary - Rotary International Theme 2022-23![]() 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.
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July 8 at Lincoln South Rotary - Bryan College of Health Sciences![]() On July 8, 2022, our speaker will be Kelsi Anderson of the Bryan College of Health Sciences. She will be addressing the shortage of health care workers.
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We Are People Of Action |
Lincoln South Rotary Club Supports Women and Children of Ukraine![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club Members Vi See and Jenny Cardwell traveled to Warsaw Poland to volunteer with the Operation Safe Harbor - Ukraine projects.
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June 24 Lincoln South Rotary had a special event at Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed![]() 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.
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Paul Harris Fellow Medallion Sold By Auction![]() This is a discontinued item. A number of years ago, when a member reached Paul Harris Fellow status, they were presented with a medallion.
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Rotarian of the Year Maxine Moul![]() President DeEtta selected Maxine Moul as The Rotarian Of The Year for the 2021-22 Rotary Year.
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Lincoln South Rotary Club In The News![]() Read the story about Lincoln South Rotary Club Changing of the Guard published in the Lincoln Journal Star. As published online in The Neighborhood Extra - click here; as saved to our club website - click here.
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June 17 at Lincoln South Rotary - Hybrid |
June 17 at Lincoln South Rotary - Changing of the Guard![]() On June 17, we celebrated the successes of the 2021-22 Rotary Year - it was a busy year. And, we got a glimpse into what is to come for the 2022-23 Rotary Year.
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Strike Out Polio With The Lincoln Saltdogs![]() On June 10, 2022, members of the Rotary Clubs of Lincoln attended the Saltdogs baseball game to Strike Out Polio. Half of every ticket purchased was donated to Polio Plus as Rotary continues to work to eradicate polio from the face of the earth! Click here for more photos.
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Keeping up with Claire Ehlers![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club has witnessed, and even participated in, Claire Ehlers journey.
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Chan Tyrrell - Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() Chan Tyrrell presented himself as "the recovering Rotarian". He was wearing literally all of the Rotary pins he had collected over the years.
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June 10 at Lincoln South Rotary - Hybrid |
June 10 at Lincoln South Rotary - Community Forestry![]() Our speaker on June 10, 2022 was Park Planner Kaylyn Neverve talking about the Lincoln Parks and Recreation Community Forestry programs.
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Replacement Trees Project Grant Proposal Submitted to District![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club Members may have an opportunity to participate in tree planting in the Fall of 2022.
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Rotary District Conference and Leadership Event 2022 - All Are Invited![]() Issues important to clubs - discussions - leadership development options - fellowship - fun . . . any and all of this is available at the 2022 Rotary District Conference and Leadership Event. Theme: The Hands Of Rotary. Dates: July 8-9 with Leadership event July 7.
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Tami recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() 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.
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Jean recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() 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.
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Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
There was no meeting at Lincoln South Rotary May 27![]() In observance of the Memorial Day Holiday, Lincoln South Rotary Club did not meet on May 27.
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Invitation to Lincoln South Rotary From The Food Bank RSVP by June 3![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club Members are invited to a special Grand Opening Celebration - be among the first to see the new Food Bank facilities. Please RSVP.
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Lincoln South Rotary Club Scholarship Recipients - In The News![]() Read the story about Lincoln South Rotary Club scholarship recipients published in the Lincoln Journal Star - click here. Or, to read the story as saved to our website, click here.
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Welcome Visitors Bill and Gretchen![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club Past President Suzanne Tyrrell welcomed special guests to our meeting on May 20.
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Lincoln South Rotary Club Annual Dues Billings![]() Annual Membership Renewal Notices and Dues Billings were sent by email May 13. They are payable upon receipt (with a "please pay no later than May 31" date on the invoice). |
Lincoln Bike Ride To End Polio Raises $3,975![]() Rotarians (and a spouse) from Lincoln 14 Rotary and Lincoln South participated in a Bike Ride To End Polio May 14. Pictured 2nd from left is Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Clay Ehlers. He thanked Lincoln South Rotary Club Members and his co-workers for donating $775 to the fundraiser. The total raised by the 8 riders was $4,075.
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Visiting Rotarian Banner Exchange - Dirk Spindeldreher![]() We shared our visiting Rotarian banner with a Visiting Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Berlin-Checkpoint Charlie - Dirk Spindeldreher. |
Thank you for your continued service through RotaryRotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
Dave, Maxine and Tom recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() 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.
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We Welcomed International Visitors May 6![]() A special thank you to Maxine Moul who is a member of Friendship Force. Lincoln South Rotary Club had visitors from Slovakia and Hungary on May 6 - Lucia, Daniel, Dominika, Timotej, Hanna and Jana who are here due to the Friendship Force program.
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Reservations Are No Longer Required For Regular Meetings![]() Effective May 6, 2022, you no longer need to make reservations in advance to attend a regular meeting of Lincoln South Rotary Club. You are still able to reserve and pay online in advance if you wish.
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Audrey Richert - Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() Audrey is originally from Minnesota, moving to Nebraska while she was in grade school. She attended Doane College.
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Welcome Back to "Normal"![]() Just come on in - you can pay at the door - reservations are no longer needed to attend regular Lincoln South Rotary Club meetings. |
You Can Pay Your Meeting Fee In Advance - Here's How![]() Reservations are no longer required to attend in person - but will be accepted should you choose that option.
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Happy Anniversary Lincoln South Rotary Club![]() 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.
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Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
Lincoln South Rotary Club Sponsors RYLA Participant![]() The Rotary District 5650 Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) camp was April 1-3, 2022. The 2022 theme was "Tomorrow's Leader Begin Today". Lincoln South Rotary Club sponsored one of these future leaders to participate in the program.
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Suzanne Tyrrell - Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentSuzanne Tyrrell was born in Minneapolis but her family moved to Lincoln when she was a toddler. She is an only child.
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Dues Changing With Upcoming Rotary Year![]() Last November a group of past, current, and future Lincoln South Rotary Club Presidents met to discuss the financial health of Lincoln South Rotary. The concern is the annual loss the Club continues to face.
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Lincoln South Rotary donation helps the poor in country of Georgia![]() Life in the rural areas of the country of Georgia is difficult. But with the pandemic, it became dire. See how Rotarians joined forces around the world to provide hope.
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Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
February 23, 1905 - First Rotary Meeting![]() 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.
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2022 Rotary International Convention in Houston will be LIVE!![]() The Rotary International Board of Directors has confirmed that the 2022 Rotary International Convention will be an in-person event 4-8 June in Houston, Texas. There is a registration discount through February 28, 2022.
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District Matching Grant Project - Selected by Board![]() Lincoln South Rotary supports projects and activities in many ways. We can periodically provide funds through grant programs.
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Return to Hybrid Meeting Format![]() President DeEtta announced that, based on our policy, with the Risk Dial now in Orange (and after 2 consecutive weeks), we will return to Hybrid Meetings for our March 4 meeting. The policy includes protocols for attending in-person (masks, etc.). Read more for all of the details.
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Looking For Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Participants![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club is looking for students - sophomores and juniors - to sponsor for Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) camp.
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Jim O'Hanlon - Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentJim O'Hanlon is from Blair, Nebraska - a 4th generation Blair resident on both his mother's and father's families.
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2020-21 Club Recognition Continues To Come In![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club was recognized for Per Capita Giving during the 2020-21 Rotary Year to The Rotary Foundation as well as the End Polio Now Countdown To History Campaign.
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Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
Jeremiah Blake - Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() Jeremiah Blakey works in the area of government affairs, educating decision makers in the impact of changes on companies and individuals.
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Lincoln South Rotary Club Celebrates Couples in Rotary![]() President DeEtta featured this couple of cardinals from Nebraska Through The Lens as the January image. She said it caused her to think about couples - and how strong we are with couples in Rotary.
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Nebraska Through The LensLincoln South Rotary Club President DeEtta Vrana has been introducing us to Nebraska Through The Lens. She periodically selects a photo to display which may be seasonal or may depict her message during that meeting. See the gallery of photos she has feature on the Lincoln South Rotary Club photo albums from the home page of our website. Click Here to link directly.
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Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
Rotary Foundation Gets Top Rating For 14th Year![]() 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 Scores 100 out of 100 on Charity Navigator |
Lincoln South Rotary Club Stocks Little Free Pantry![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club members know that with the number of people with food insecurities increasing, there is more need for community support. |
Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
Joyce Michaelis - Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() Joyce Michaelis is retired after teaching at Nebraska Wesleyan University for 44 years.
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Jean Lovell and Kay Wunderlich recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() 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.
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Lincoln South Meeting Cost Increase Effective 1-1-22![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting Costs will increase to $17 per person effective January 1, 2022.
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New Lincoln South Rotary Club Board Members Elected![]() The annual nomination and election process for Board Members is complete. Bobby Cunningham and Sue Merrill will serve two-year terms starting July 1, 2022.
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Joyce Schmeeckle - Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() 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.
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Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
We have moved to the Cornhusker Room![]() We have moved our Lincoln South Rotary Club meetings to the Cornhusker Room at The Venue. After changing for a couple weeks, we are now planning to regularly meet in the Cornhusker Room. If we need to move to the Nebraska/Lancaster Room for any reason, that information will be on our website in the meeting article and the meeting information for that day.
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Youth Participate at Lincoln South Rotary Club![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club is fortunate to have young visitors such as Leo Suni Ampavati at our meetings. Leo led the club in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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Angie Grieshop recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club has a long-standing tradition of strong support of The Rotary International Foundation. When a member is credited with d a total of $1,000 in donations, they are named a Paul Harris Fellow.
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Donate Used Eyeglasses![]() On March 25, 2022 our speaker will be Kim Baxter of North Platte Rotary. He will be traveling to Kenya for an eye clinic. Donated eyeglasses are repurposed to provide usable glasses for Kenyans.
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Tom Hyde recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() 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.
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Keep Up With Club Events and ActivitiesRefer 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.
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Lincoln South Rotary Foundation Grants To Non-profits Announced![]() Lincoln South Rotary Club Foundation President Clay Ehlers reported the projects and organizations that will benefit from our Wine Tasting fundraiser.
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Jason Varga - Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentJason Varga is with Cause Collective. He described it as a sort of Chamber of Commerce for Non-Profit Organizations.
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Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Volunteers![]() The RYLA Camp experience is rewarding to participants and volunteers. Are you available to help the 2022 RYLA in-person event April 1-3, 2022? Hopefully you can also attend the first planning meeting September 25 at 10AM at Camp Kitaki. Please contact Clay (click here) to volunteer or for additional details.
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President DeEtta's Message on New Meeting Protocol |
Bobby Cunningham - Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() 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.
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Zaineb Aljumayaat receives $1,000 from Lincoln South Rotary Club |
Clay Ehlers Honored with the District's Highest Honor![]() Clay Ehlers was honored with the District 5650 Cadwallader Award. This is the highest honor presented for service in our District.
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Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
Lincoln South Rotary Recognition and Awards at the 2021 District Conference![]() During the Rotary District 5650 District Conference 2021 on July 24, Lincoln South Rotary Club was recognized for activities and achievements.
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Roger Meyer - Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() Roger Meyer was born in a suburb of Los Angeles. He was introduced to Nebraska when he attended the Concordia University in Seward.
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Pay Your Happy Dollars Online![]() Members have asked if there is a way to pay Happy $$$ online while we are not meeting and collecting in person. YES - it is easy!
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Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to Serve to Change Lives. |
Serve To Change Lives - Rotary International Theme 2021-22![]() The Rotary International President 2021-22 Shekhar Mehta introduces the theme for the year - "Serve To Change Lives. To read his presentation, click here.
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Maxine and Henrik recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() 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.
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Thank you for your continued service through Rotary![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Rotary Members are People of Action. Through them we are able to improve the world. |
Trail Clean Up Service Project![]() 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.
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Dave Dietz recognized as Major Donor to The Rotary Foundation |
Derek and Mary recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() 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.
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Tom Hyde recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() 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.
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Scott Delisi recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() 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.
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Jean Lovell recognized for support of The Rotary Foundation![]() 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.
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Trail Clean Up Service Project |
Experience more Rotary through FellowshipsRotary 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.
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Rotary App for Smartphones![]() There is an app available for iPhones and Android devices through ClubRunner. You can see Club Speakers and Events as well as Member Contacts at your fingertips! Download ClubRunner from your app store.
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Shannon Booth-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() Shannon Booth and her family moved to Lincoln because of Shannon's job - Manager of Channel 10 KOLN/KGIN TV station.
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Tami Lambie-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Henrik Christensen-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Michaela Williams-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Suni Kasibhatla-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentSunitha "Suni" Kasibhatla shared the story of her life and love on January 18 at Lincoln South Rotary Club.
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Srini Ampavati-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentWe got to know a little more about member Sreenivasa "Srini" Ampavati at Lincoln South Rotary Club on January 11.
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Elise White-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Bruce Remington-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentOn September 28, "Air Force Brat" Bruce Remington told us about his background, work and interests.
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Jean Lovell-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Mary Gilbride-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentThank you Mary Gilbride for presenting your Member Moment on September 7 at Lincoln South Rotary Club.
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Scott Delisi-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Kim Remington-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentKim Remington presented her Member Moment at the August 10 meeting of Lincoln South Rotary Club.
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Maxine Moul-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentDuring the Lincoln South Rotary Club meeting on June 22 we got to hear a Member Moment from Maxine Moul.
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Bernie Poppe-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Bill Schmeeckle-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Clay Ehlers-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentOur member moment on June 1, 2018 was presented by Lincoln South Rotary Club Past President Clay Ehlers. |
Tom Hyde-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Gene Swinton-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() We learned a lot about Gene Swinton during his Member Moment presentation at Lincoln South Rotary on February 9. |
Lance Odom-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentThanks to Lance Odom for presenting the Member Moment on February 2. Lance has been in Rotary since December 1999 and was President of Lincoln South Rotary Club 2002-2003. |
Rich Morris-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentOur Member Moment on February 26 was presented by Rich Morris who has been in Rotary for just 16 months. |
Tracey McLain-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentThank 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!
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Bob Vrana-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Brad Carter-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentBrad doesn't like the smell or taste of pumpkin, making this time of year particularly trying for him.
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Dave Dietz-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() Dave Dietz grew up in western Nebraska on a farm south of Kimball. He recalls his father telling a farm implement dealer that he did not need a bale lifter because the boys could do that for him. |
DeEtta Vrana-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentWe learned that DeEtta Vrana grew up on a farm near Bayard and had a view of Chimney Rock from the kitchen (she takes credit for getting the votes for the design of the Nebraska State quarter). |
Matt Horak-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment |
Nicki Klein-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() Nicki Klein shared her experience while visiting the Rotary International headquarters 9-11-17. |
Joe Roberts-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() Thank you to Joe Roberts for sharing a little about his life with us. Joe is married to Sheryl Roberts, they have 2 children and 4 grandchildren that keep them very busy. |
John Herdman-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentThank you to John Herdman for sharing a little about his life with us. Did you know that the day after John took office as the President of Lincoln South Rotary Club he married Nancy? |
Sue Merrill-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member Moment![]() Sue Merrill teaches at Southeast Community College. She first joined Lincoln South Rotary Club in 2005, took time away due to a job change, and returned in 2013. |
Jenny Cardwell-Lincoln South Rotary Club Member MomentJenny Cardwell has been in Rotary for 21 years. She did a presentation about and then was invited back to join Rotary. |