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Oct 03, 2018
On The Table of Greater Akron

On the Table Greater Akron is a one-of-a-kind initiative we will discuss meaningful ideas to strengthen our community. It’s an opportunity to shape our region into a strong, vibrant, safe and dynamic place to live and work. This project is part of On the Table, a national civic engagement initiative. 

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Diversity and Inclusion
Oct 23, 2018
Tri County Indep. Living Life after Rotary Camp for counselors and campers
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Upcoming Events
Greeter and Invocator Sign Up
Jan 01, 2018 – Dec 31, 2018
 
2018-2019 MEAL DEAL REGISTRATION
Jul 01, 2018 – Jun 30, 2019 12:00 AM
 
Board of Directors Meeting
Portage Country Club
Oct 16, 2018
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
 
Ronald McDonald House Meal Preparation October
Ronald McDonald House
Oct 20, 2018
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
 
Akron Rotary Camp Halloween Party
Akron Rotary Camp
Oct 27, 2018
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 
Reading to Akron Public School Children
Nov 01, 2018
 
Board of Directors Meeting
Portage Country Club
Nov 13, 2018
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
 
Club Social Night Out
Bricco Downtown
Nov 20, 2018
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 
Board of Directors Meeting
Portage Country Club
Dec 11, 2018
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
 
Salvation Army Bell Ringing - SAVE THE DATE
ACME #10
Dec 14, 2018 10:00 AM –
Dec 15, 2018 5:00 PM
 
 
 
Club Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Karen Meek
September 4
 
Andrew Grover
September 6
 
Terrence Dalton
September 7
 
Karen Hrdlicka
September 10
 
Nick Browning
September 11
 
Sara Eddy
September 15
 
Jim Mullen
September 20
 
Brian Chima
September 27
 
Colin Hammer
September 29
 
Paul Jarrett
September 29
 
Virginia Wojno
September 30
 
Join Date
Pamela Kiltau
September 1, 1987
31 years
 
Marilyn Buckey
September 6, 1988
30 years
 
Marcia Holcomb
September 9, 2003
15 years
 
Barry Hollis
September 15, 1998
20 years
 
Ingaborg Gross
September 19, 2000
18 years
 
Ravi Krovi
September 20, 2016
2 years
 
Zach Prosser
September 27, 2016
2 years
 
Patty Graves
September 29, 2015
3 years
 
Brian Steere
September 30, 2014
4 years
 
Stephen Warren
September 30, 2014
4 years
 
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Akron Rotary Foundation President/Fundraising/Development 12/2018
 
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Akron Rotary Foundation Governance/Liaison to Club Board & Director 12/2019
 
Akron Rotary Foundation Code of Regulations/Mission & Director 12/2020
 
Akron Rotary Foundation Investment/Finance & Director 12/2020
 
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Club President's Message

John Margida
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This past Tuesday, Akron Rotarian, Claudine Schooley presented "Ukrain, God's Treaures" focusing on serving the needs of people with disabilities and orphans in Ukrain. Claudine has been actively working on an International grant for this cause and we look forward to helping support this initiative. 
 
It's always a treat to have our Rotary Youth Exchange students at our luncheons.  Sotaro Yamasaki from Japan was excited to exchange Club flags with President John Margida and Club YE Chair Brian Chima. Thank you Sotaro!
 
Please be sure you have your calendar marked for WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 3rd - this replaces our regularly scheduled weekly meeting.  We will  be hosting On the Table Greater Akron, a one-of-a-kind initiative where thousands of diverse residents from all walks of life and socio-economic backgrounds gather to share a meal and discuss meaningful ideas to strengthen our community. It’s an opportunity to shape our region into a strong, vibrant, safe and dynamic place to live and work. This project is part of On the Table, a national civic engagement initiative supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and initially developed by The Chicago Community Trust.

We know that big ideas can spring from small conversations and that people invest in what they help create. When we come together face-to-face to find common ground on community issues and challenges that matter to people, powerful things can happen.

Conversations this year will focus on the top five issues identified as concerning for our community during last year's On the Table event:

  • Economic Issues & Poverty
  • Equity & Social Inclusion
  • Drugs & Addiction
  • Education & Youth Development
  • Public Safety & Judicial System
I look forward to seeing you Wednesday!
 
Yours in Rotary Service —
 
John Margida, Club President

Rotary Cares

 
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 with any news you would like placed here.
 
 
Thoughts for a speedy recovery 
President John's wife, Mary Margida was hospitalized unexpectedly last week and is now back home.  Our thoughts and prayers are with her for a full and speedy recovery.  John extends his appreciation and said everyone is now doing fine!
Bell Ringing Dates are Set 
We will be ringing the bell to support The Salvation Army again this year at ACME #10, located at 2226 State Road in Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223. This is the same location we were at last year.
 
Registration will open soon. 
Save the dates!!
 
Friday, December 14th – from 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
 
Saturday, December 15th – from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
 

REMINDER:  MEETING DAY/DATE CHANGE

Please Update Your Calendars!

 

We are MOVING our October 2nd meeting to October 3rd

We will be hosting the Akron Community Foundation's On The Table program October 3rd.

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Club Website/Meeting Sponsorship & Booster Listings 
Available to Club Members and their Families

 
1. Become a Sponsor on our Website AND at Weekly Meetings . . .only $50/month/ad
The Akron Rotary website allows companies to display banner ads OR your company name. The distribution includes all pages, including the home page and e-bulletin and your company name/logo will also appear on the screen at each of our weekly Club meetings.
$50 / per month
 
Size requirements for website ads: 
Ad Width: Maximum of 100 pixels (square please)

Format of ads can be either graphic images or text of your company name.
Please provide a website address or email address so we can add a hyperlink in your ad on our website.
To provide an ad or ask a questions, click here to email us or call 330-495-9814. 
 
2. Become a Club Booster: "Akrotarian Supporter" 
Get a personal (Club Rotarian) name only listing!  For $25.00 your name will be listed in our electronic newsletter for a 12 month period.  There is no website link and this is limited to Rotary Members only (the listing is for personal names – it is not available for corporate/organization names).  Simply send your check to the below address and put “Club Booster” in the memo and let us know what name you want to list.  You may also make it in “Memory of” a Club Rotarian who has passed away.

Checks should be made payable to The Rotary Club of Akron and mailed to:
 
The Rotary Club of Akron
Rotary Club Booster / Rotary Club Ad (indicate this in memo field please)
4460 Rex Lake Drive
Akron, OH  44319
 
 
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