Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) John Nonnemaker brings over two decades of dedicated service in the US Army, where he distinguished himself as a Civil Affairs Officer. With a career marked by versatility and leadership, John's journey encompassed a diverse array of roles, from commanding units to providing crucial support to Special Operations. His expertise extends to Civil-Military Operations, Humanitarian Assistance, Disaster Response, and Interagency Coordination, reflecting his commitment to making a meaningful difference in the world.
Currently, John serves as the Director of Veterans Without Orders a pioneering veteran-led humanitarian organization focused on clean water & sanitation around the globe. Furthermore, his ongoing involvement with the United Nations, as a UN Civ-Mil Coordination officer underscores his enduring dedication to fostering collaboration and driving impactful change on a global scale.
John's academic achievements include a bachelor’s degree in business management from Southwestern in 2002 and a master’s in emergency management from Lynn University in 2011. Beyond his professional pursuits, he channels his passion for service into volunteering for other veteran organizations. He is an active member of the Rotary WASH eClub out of New Zealand.
Program hosted by Steve Bleish.
Parkville Rotary Clock Repaired
The eighteen year old clock was recently repaired and brought back to life.
Photo of the manufacturer's clock technicians replacing failed clock mechanisms and upgrading the 18 year old clock that Parkville Rotary installed in CY 2006.
An evening image of the clock after repair.
Rotary District 6040 Foundation Dinner 2024
The foundation dinner was this past Saturday evening. Parkville Rotarians were in attendance.
November Rotary Social
You have been invited to Rotarian Homer William's home for a wonderful evening.
Homer has a fondness for Rotary and all of it its causes and is giving back to us as Rotarians. He is generously opening his home to Rotarians and their immediate family only. Homer owns a very special home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright - "The Bott House."
Please join us for a social evening including a tour, food from Cascone's, drinks & music.
Event: Rotary Social @ The Bott House
Date: November 21, 2024
Location: 3640 Briarcliff Road, Kanas City, MO 64116
Fee: $30.00
Please consider ride sharing as the parking is limited in the neighborhood. We ask that you wear soft sole shoes and be cautious of the furnishings inside.
Don't miss out and register and pay thru our website by clicking on the blue box below. Once on the new page, click on the 'register' button in the upper right hand corner.
Please pass this information along to all members of your club:
District 6040 is making it easier for you to become a 1st time Paul Harris Fellow! Now through the end of the calendar year, when you donate $500 to The Rotary Foundation, District 6040 will match that with 500 Foundation points and you will be awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship - at half price!
This offer is good for 1st time PHF recipients only and is not applicable in meeting a Paul Harris Society commitment.
If you'd like to become a Paul Harris Fellow and take advantage of this offer, please contact District 6040 Annual Fund Chair, Dan Gabbert at dan@dangabbert.com or 816.309.5626.
Which club will have the most new Paul Harris Fellows and take advantage of this offer? We'll announce progress after the 1st of the year.
Member News is a new section in the weekly newsletter. Have news you want to share with Parkville Rotary members? Email Dalyn at dnovak@wskfarch.com to have your news added.
Rotary Fact of the Week!
50 Things Every Rotarian Should Know about Rotary
by Steve Garret, District Governor 1994-95, District 5300
#17 - Vocational Service
Vocational Service is the "Second Avenue of Service." No aspect of Rotary is more closely related to each member than a personal commitment to represent one's vocation or occupation to fellow Rotarians and to exemplify the characteristics of high ethical standards and the dignity of work. Programs of vocational service are those which seek to improve business relations while improving the quality of trades, industry, commerce and the professions. Rotarians understand that each person makes a valuable contribution to a better society through daily activities in a business or profession.
Vocational Service is frequently demonstrated by offering young people career guidance, occupational information, and assistance in making vocational choices. Some clubs sponsor high school career conferences. Many recognize the dignity of employment by honoring exemplary service of individuals working in their communities. The 4 -Way Test and other ethical and laudable business philosophies are often promoted among young people entering the world of work. Vocational talks and discussion of business issues are also typical vocational service programs at most clubs.
Regardless of the ways that Vocational Service is expressed, it is the banner by which Rotarians "recognize the worthiness of all useful occupations" and demonstrate a commitment to "high ethical standards in all businesses and professions." That's why the Second Avenue of Service is fundamental to every Rotary club.
The Membership Committee has been hard at work putting together new membership forms! All members can `access the forms by clicking on the blue box below which will take members to a dropbox link with the forms. Give these to potential members! The new spouse forms can be found here as well.
The following forms can be found in the link:
Standard Rotarian Membership Packet
Corporate Membership Packet
Spouse Membership Packet
Please submit the forms filled out to Dalyn Novak (dnovak@wskfarch.com) so she can get new member information added to ClubRunner after the board's approval!
When you have a speaker scheduled please make sure to provide the following information to Sandy Knoernschild, SandyKnoe@outlook.com, who is managing our events calendar.
Speaker Name
Speaker Bio
Speaker Topic
Any other information you think members would like to know about your speaker, photos are welcomed too!
This information is included in this weekly newsletter and can really get people excited to come listen to our weekly speakers!
