Akron member, John Reyes, took his oath as our 2019-2020 District 6630 Governor on Saturday, July 20th. He was sworn in by Rotary International Director Stephanie Urchick who was graciously in attendance to participate in our celebration. Joining DG John was his wife Linda along with over 100 Rotarians from throughout the District. Special thanks to our Rotary Camp Staff, Mella, Dan and Amanda, and this year's DG Home Club Representative Julie Brandle - they handled all the details for the day! We look forward to a great year under DG John's guidance.
DG John and his wife Linda
DG Reyes with Club President Pat O'Neill
The Governor's Banner will now be on display for the 2019-2020 Rotary Year at our Akron Club. DG Reyes is the 8th Club member to serve in this capacity.
The purpose of Rotary Cares is to show our support for Akron Rotary members and their families when dealing with the loss of a loved one, the hardship of illness and also to celebrate the joy of a new baby, job, marriage or other events in their lives. Please be sure to email me (click here) with any news you would like placed here.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR THE FAMILY OF DOUG KOHL
It's with a mixture of joy for a life well lived and sadness for his absence in this life, that we announce the passing of Richard Kohl, husband & dad. It was a grand life, full of fun, faith, family & love. Please click on the link to read the full obituary. Join us on Saturday, July 27 for calling hours, a Celebration of Life Service and lunch provided by Lock 15 Brewing Company. Details in the link. "Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms." Well done, good and faithful servant.
Connor and Courtney Jarvis welcomed Emerson Lee Jarvis at 4:25 am on July 23, 2019. She is 7lbs 15 oz, 21.5 in. Conner said, "baby and Mama are both beautiful and healthy. We are so incredibly blessed. Thank you to all our Rotary Family for their thoughts and prayers. We are loving life as Mom and Dad."
Akron Rotarians went out to Kent to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of Metis Construction Services. Congratulations Julie Brandle, Donna Komar, Steve Brandle and the entire Metis team! Not pictured, Tom Knauer, Mario Micale, Jacinto Nunez.
We are proud to recognize these Rotarians who are in the Leadership Akron Signature Class 36
LAURA FINK
Director of Development and Advisor Relations Akron Community Foundation
Hey everyone! Christmas in July is THIS COMING SATURDAY from 4-8pm and the Ames' boys will be shaving their heads around 6:30 once they meet their fundraising goal of $5k. This benefit will help us make a difference as we support the Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs in fundraising for their Ropes Adventure Course.
Come on down to Dustyβs this Saturday. There will be fun for the whole family (kiddos get free ice cream on us). π¦ π π»
And there will be all kinds of ways to support the cause: Silent Auction items, 50/50 raffle, Jell-O shots. And prizes will be given to the best holiday costumes!
Thank YOU to this awesome community who continues to show up and support in so many ways! ββοΈββοΈ We love you!
We can't brag enough about our Akron Rotary Wavemakers! Not only did they place second at the Dragons on the Lake Dragon Boat Festival, but they also had the 2nd best time in the history of the race! Paddles Up! Special thank you to our Captain Robert McGregor on this achievement! And all for such a great cause! Thank you to all who participated in this tremendous event.
Hanging with the kids at Rotary Camp on a beautiful sunny βοΈ evening! We are truly blessed πππ
You do not have to serve -- you can just come out and be our guest at one of the meals! Please join us anytime!!
Last week we had our Interact Students with us along with several Rotarians - Thank you!
Interact Class: North High Teacher/Interact Counselor, Paula Peyak is surrounded by Rishma Tamang, Yasoda Khadka, Ashika Rai, Gay Doh Soe, Sodhan Biswa, Monisha Rai, Puja Rai.
Rotarians/guests: Susan Wilson, Lynda Farkas, Cheryl Warren, Doug Hausknecht, Marilyn Smythe, Stu Perry, Dan Reynolds and Mella Castner.
Summer Camp Dinners are a great opportunity for Rotarians to see Rotary Camp in action, meet the campers and counselors, and serve alongside other Rotarians.
Volunteers are needed to help set-up for dinner, serve, and help clean up afterwards. The Staff at Rotary will be extremely grateful if you can help with any of the following dates.
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It's with a mixture of joy for a life well lived and sadness for his absence in this life, that we announce the passing of Richard Kohl, husband & dad. It was a grand life, full of fun, faith, family & love. Please click on the link to read the full obituary. Join us on Saturday, July 27 for calling hours, a Celebration of Life Service and lunch provided by Lock 15 Brewing Company. Details in the link. "Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms." Well done, good and faithful servant.
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