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Tim is the owner/agent of Insurance Service Agency Inc., a Trusted Choice® Independent Insurance Agency that focuses on personal service and risk management through the proper use of insurance for families and businesses. He is an active member of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Ohio, currently serving as a State Leadership Council Member, and previously as Vice Chair of the NFIB Akron Area Action Council. Tim served 8 years on the Akron School Board, and 2 years on the State School Board. He is a Board Member of Ohio Excels, an education think tank located in Columbus that focuses on education and workforce development. He also serves as Immediate Past President and Trustee of the Cascade Locks Park Association, and is past President of the Friends of the Akron School for the Arts. He is a graduate of Leadership Akron Signature Class 35 and active in its Alumni Association. He participated in the Civility Project at the Univ. of Akron's Bliss Institute, and is currently participating with Unify America/Unify Akron trying to replace political infighting with problem solving. Tim remains active in several other trade associations and charitable nonprofit organizations in Ohio.
All members of The Rotary Club of Akron should have received an email from "NAYEN Training Administrator noreply@nayen.org" regarding the mandatory annual Youth Protection training for the 2025 Rotary year.
This training is required for all active Akron Rotarians. Please check your inbox—and don’t forget to look in your spam or junk folders.
Additionally, Rotarians who expect to have more direct interaction with our exchange student or youth programs will receive a separate email from "Rotary Youth Volunteer Management RYEmail-YVM@yehub.net" for a more in-depth background check, including vetting of references and an interview.
Your prompt attention to this matter is appreciated to ensure compliance, and your ability to participate in Rotary events where youth are present.
Please contact Youth Protection Officer, Mike Gladysz, with any questions or if you need me to resend the training to you. I can be reached at Michael.h.gladysz@huntington.com or by phone at 330-807-7986.
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 <Click to Email us> to let us know of any news you would like placed here. Note that health related information is posted only with permission of the individual(s).
Condolences to the family of William "Stu" Stuver Parry
Stu Parry joined the Rotary Club of Akron on January 1, 1959. He passed August 15, 2025 at the age of 92.
He was elected and served as Club President during the 1975–1976 Rotary year.
Although he spent time living in both California and Ohio, Stu remained an active member of our club until his passing and whenever he was in Akron, he made it a point to attend our meetings and stay connected with members and our community. As you will read in his obituary, Stu valued building and nurturing personal relationships. He often called people to meet for “a roll and coffee” to catch up and discuss matters face to face. He led by example and inspired those around him with his vibrant energy and rock-solid moral compass. He was always the compassionate voice of reason, helping others sort through problems and possibilities to arrive at inspired solutions.
A Service of Remembrance will be held on TUESDAY, September 2nd at The Bath Church, United Church of Christ, 3980 W. Bath Rd. Calling hours are at 10 a.m., followed by the service at 11 a.m. The service will also be livestreamed on The Bath Church youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/_XwopNSYna8?feature=share . In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the YMCA, the Salvation Army or the Akron Community Foundation.
We are two months into the new Rotary year, and I am truly enjoying representing our club and helping to lead us forward.
Recently, we welcomed Sheriff Kandy Fatheree as our guest speaker. She shared her office’s efforts to reduce recidivism by helping individuals in custody further their education—earning GEDs or high school diplomas—so they are better prepared for employment upon release.
During the discussion, Rotarian Susan Colville-Hall asked how we, as a community, can help. Sheriff Fatheree’s answer was simple: donate books.
Why Now?
September is Basic Education and Literacy Month for Rotary International—making this the perfect opportunity for Akron Rotarians to support this important initiative.
How You Can Help
We’re organizing a Book Drive for the Summit County Sheriff’s Office.
Bring your gently used adult-level books to any Tuesday Rotary meeting during September.
We’ll arrange delivery to the Sheriff’s Office so these books can be put to good use.
Together, we can make a meaningful difference—one book at a time!
🤝 Growing Stronger Together
As we progress through this Rotary year, let’s take time to welcome our new Rotarians. One simple way is by inviting them to sit with you at lunch.
I’ve noticed that many of us (myself included!) gravitate to the same tables every week. It’s comfortable, but it means we aren’t always mixing and mingling as much as we could. Honestly, I often sit in the same spot for easy access to the podium—but let’s be real, there’s no such thing as a podium emergency! I can make it there anytime. 😄
So, let’s all make an extra effort to sit with different people, get to know one another better, and help our new members feel welcomed and connected.
And don’t forget—our service committee continues to share great volunteer opportunities. Serving side by side, even for just an hour, is one of the very best ways to build friendships and deepen your Rotary experience.
Let’s make this year one of connection, service, and impact. I look forward to seeing you on Tuesday—let’s keep moving forward together!
Rotary Club of Akron President Katy Miller, Club members and guests welcomed 2025-2026 District Governor Robert Oborn to the club on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
Joining him was his wife Annette Oborn. She is a member and Past President of the Stow Munroe Falls Rotary Club. Also present were DGN Richard Cole, Past District Governors Stew Buchanan, Jack Harig, Julie Brandle and John Reyes with PDG Cheryl Warren via Zoom.
DG Oborn spoke about his priorities of encouraging membership, youth programming, especially youth foreign exchange, and mental health with a focus on serving those battling addiction. He also provided an update on District events.
Thank you DG Oborn for an enlightening presentation!
Learning that Greg was making breakfast for dinner (French toast btw) for his family that night, that Fred Carter likes to bake bread and hear him share is sourdough tips with Marissa Rufe.
It is time again for our semi monthly service project. We're teaming up to support the Akron Canton Regional Food Bank (ACRFB). Together we'll help ensure that families in our community have access to the food and resources they need.
Please also note the new parking instructions below.
Details of Event:
When: Wednesday September 24th
RSVP by Friday September 19th.
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Akron Canton Regional Food Bank, 350 Opportunity Parkway, Akron, OH 44307.
This is a great opportunity to bond with fellow Rotarians while making an impact in our community.
The service project typically involves breaking down large containers of food into smaller portions for redistribution to area food pantries.
How to RSVP by Friday September 19th.
Please let me know if you're able to join us by replying to me at dhall@preferredlegacy.com or texting me at 330-714-1044. Family and friends are welcome so please bring a guest.
NEW! PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
We have an exciting update to share; our new volunteer parking area is now ready. It's located just south of our existing Dart Avenue lot, and starting now, we are asking all volunteers to park in this new lot.
Volunteer parking is located in the Blue Lot, which should be accessed via Entrance A on Dart Avenue. Please use this entrance rather than entering from Opportunity Parkway.
Dart Avenue is a one-way street. Depending on your route, you may need to circle the block to reach it (Opportunity to Pier to Bartges to Dart).
When heading north on Dart Avenue, Entrance A will be the first entrance on your right.
Entrances B and C (second and third entrances) are reserved for our network partners and pantry neighbors - please avoid using these to keep traffic flowing safely.
Once you've parked, please follow the sidewalk toward Dart Avenue and use the city sidewalks to walk to our main entrance on Opportunity Parkway.
Handicap-accessible spaces remain available in front of the building on Opportunity Parkway.
IF YOU HAVE NOT VOLUNTEERED BEFORE AT THE FOOD BANK THEN I NEED YOU TO REGISTER WITH ACRFB. See volunteer application link below.
If you have any questions please call or text me.
Let's come together to embody the Rotary spirit and make this event a success. I'm looking forward to seeing many of you there!
IF YOU HAVE NOT VOLUNTEERED BEFORE AT THE FOOD BANK THEN I NEED YOU TO REGISTER WITH ACRFB.
See volunteer application link below.
If you have any questions please call or text me.
Let's come together to embody the Rotary spirit and make this event a success. I'm looking forward to seeing many of you there!
When you arrive, please park in the front of the building or in the Dart Avenue parking lot. Use the front glass doors to enter the building.
If the parking lot is full, please park in the grass lot or proceed to the Shipping and Receiving parking lot on the other side of the building.
If entering through Shipping and Receiving, enter through the RED visitor door and proceed to the front desk.
We also recommend carpooling when possible.
What to wear:
Face Masks are optional.
Safety is our priority! Please note that open-toed shoes are not permitted in the warehouse.Jewelry is not permitted in the clean- room and we recommend wearing limited jewelry when volunteering.
Comfortable shoes are recommended as you may be on your feet the entire time.
It is best to dress in layers. The weather outside may affect the temperature inside the warehouse.
AKRON-CANTON REGIONAL FOODBANK Main 330.535.6900 Main Campus 350 Opportunity Pkwy, Akron, OH 44307 We envision a thriving community free of hunger.
Akron Rotary is continuing its support of the supplemental food service program through Open M to help provide food for insecure students at Innes Middle School.
SIGN UP to view available slots and book yourself directly online.
Event:
Open M Backpack Food Packing
Date:
Wednesdays Through Dec 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Chair:
Sandy Naragon 330-256-5315
Location:
Open M 941 Princeton Street Akron, OH United States of America 44311
Volunteers are needed for the One Hot Meal and Food Pantry at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church.
We began helping the folks at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church with their One Hot Meal Program the week of Thanksgiving in 2024 and had a wonderful Rotarian turnout to help serve.
The Rotarians involved loved the project and the the Church now does this once a month, on a smaller scale.
We have scheduled volunteer opportunities to serve once a month through the end of the calendar year.
Time: 4:45 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 129 S. Union Street, Akron, OH 44304
Click on the respective Tuesday below to view available time slots and book yourself to volunteer directly online.
Katy Miller
