Join us for an important and informative community lunch with John Constance, Assistant U.S. Attorney, as he shares valuable insights on Online Fraud and How to Protect Yourself.
From phishing scams to identity theft, online threats are everywhere — but you can stay ahead of them. Don’t miss this chance to learn how to keep yourself, your loved ones, and your information safe.
Come for the knowledge.
Stay for the lunch.
Welcome Our Parkville Rotary Board Members for 2025-2026!
EXECUTIVE TEAM
Dave Rittman, President
Steve Bleish, President Elect
Michelle Sparks, Vice President
Kathy Leibrand, Past President
Joe Carroll, Treasurer
Scott Walterbach, Sergeant at Arms
Dalyn Novak, Executive Secretary
Bob Stone, Secretary
DIRECTORS
Sandy Knoernschild - FIFA Soccer Committee, Community Service
Eddie Batts - RYLA, Literacy Program
Lee McLain - Assistant to Treasurer
Sandi Schmude, Corresponding Secretary, District Assistant Governor
Mark Stuhlatz - Rotary Triangle/English Landing Park
Kristin Gillette - Parkville Rotary Scholarships, FIFA Soccer Committee
Dalyn Novak - Communications
Bob Stone - Club Historian
NON-BOARD MEMBER VOLUNTEERS
Dave Overman - New Member Mentor, Scholarship Committee
Ed Linnebur - Civic Leadership Committee, Community Service, FIFA Committee
Nan Johnston - Community Events Committee
Katherine Swanson - Scholarship Committee
Anissa Parra-Grooms - Community Service
Edie Hays-Bleish - Scholarship Committee, Literacy Program, Anti Bullying
Lynn Fahy - Assistant to the Assistant District Governor
Parkville 4th of July Recap
Cherry & Bob Stone - 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier Convertible
DeMint Family - 1957 Pontiac Trans AM
Rick Simons - 2019 Z06 Corvette Convertible
Cherry & Bob Stone - 1995 Subaru SVX - driven by Sandi Schmude
DeMint - Meyers Funeral Home - Funeral Carriage & 1972 C-10 Cheyenne Super (not shown)
Don Cory, 2022 Corvette Convertible
A Message from the RI President
Cari amici,
Two weeks ago, I was in my living room playing with my grandchildren. A few days later, I was on a plane to Calgary, suddenly carrying the responsibility of leading this incredible organization. Life comes fast, but so often, it brings us exactly where we’re meant to be.
We begin this year with a clear message: Unite for Good. It is a simple phrase, but a powerful one. Because behind every successful Rotary effort, every act of service, every new member welcomed, every global challenge met – there are two things that matter most: friendship and trust.
This is how we build strong clubs. It’s how we create meaningful partnerships and transform global problems into local solutions. It’s also how we lead—not through titles or applause, but with humility, humanity, and heart. But let me be honest with you—this kind of leadership is not always easy. We’re human and yes, we make mistakes. We sometimes disagree, but in Rotary, we are called to something greater. Let us reflect on the full vision of Rotary:
Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
That last part is essential, because transformation doesn’t start with strategy. It starts with character and the way we treat one another. It starts with how we listen, how we support, and how we serve.
This year, I ask you to lead with that spirit. To grow Rotary through relationships. To make your clubs more welcoming, more flexible, more open to new ideas. To think big—but also to think beyond one year. Our term is short, but our impact can be lasting if we plan and act with continuity and vision.
Let us remember our key priorities: membership, polio, and peace. We are closer than ever to ending polio. We cannot stop now. We must keep the promise we made to the children of the world. And as for peace—Rotary has been building it for over a century. Every clean water system, every youth exchange, every maternal health project is a step toward peace.
I joined Rotary as a young professional, eager to help but terrified of public speaking. My fellow Rotarians believed in me and encouraged me to take on new roles, and in doing so, Rotary changed my life. It gave me courage and purpose, but above all, it gave me you: my friends, my team, my family around the world.
So now, my friends… take out your dreams tucked away in a drawer, especially those you thought were too big or bold to achieve. Let’s bring them into the light. Let’s Unite for Good—for our clubs, our communities, and our world. And let’s make this a year not only of service, but of joy, of connection, and of love.
With gratitude and affection,
Francesco Arezzo
President, Rotary International, 2025-26
Italy
Unite for Good - New Presidential Theme for 2025-2026
Rotary President-elect Mário César Martins de Camargo has revealed the 2025-2026 presidential message, Unite for Good.
He reminds us that Rotary members are People of Action. We don't wait for change to happen; we make it happen. And what do People of Action do? We Unite for Good."
Find Unite for Good assets on the Brand Center at https://on.rotary.org/42SvSh2 and share how your club unites for good.
Save the Date!
The annual District 6040 Rotary Foundation Dinner will be held on November 7, 2025. More details in the coming weeks.
Member News!
Have news you want to share with Parkville Rotary members? Email Dalyn at dnovak@wskfarch.com to have your news added to this section of the newsletter.
Rotary Fact of the Week!
50 Things Every Rotarian Should Know about Rotary
by Steve Garret, District Governor 1994-95, District 5300
#48 ABOUT COMMUNITY SERVICE
A community, defined in its simplest terms, is a group of people who have something in common. But in real life, it is something far more complex than that. Each member — every individual, group, organization, and business — draws benefits from the community in many different ways. For a community to thrive, each of its members must honor a commitment to contribute to the well-being of the whole by returning those benefits in kind.
Rotarians recognize the importance of giving back to the community. After all, Community Service is one of the Four Avenues of Service. Every Rotary club and every Rotarian assumes a responsibility to find ways to improve the quality of life for those in their communities and to serve the public interest. When those efforts are effective, they not only contribute to the greater good, they also promote Rotary's positive image.
What makes a community service effort effective? Relevance. A community service project must address a real, current community concern or issue. Rotary clubs should start by surveying their communities to find out where help is needed. Once a club has listened to its community, it can begin to envision effective responses to problems.
The Membership Committee has been hard at work looking for great new members. All members and prospective members can access the new member forms by clicking on the blue box below. This link will take you directly to the membership forms.
Parkville Rotary has the following membership types:
Standard Rotarian Membership
Corporate Membership
Spouse Membership
Please submit the forms filled out to Sandra Knoernschild at SandyKnoe@outlook.com, so the new member information can be reviewed by the board for approval! We are always looking for new members to join our growing club!
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!
Come for the knowledge. 
Stay for the lunch.
