You are invited to Parkville Rotary Changing of the Guard!
Location:
VFW Post 7356 2 Main Street Parkville, MO
The “Changing of the Guard” ceremony in Rotary is a meaningful tradition that symbolizes the transfer of leadership from outgoing to incoming club officers, particularly the club president. This ritual embodies Rotary’s commitment to continuity, service, and fresh energy in advancing the organization’s mission.
Parkville 4th of July Parade - Join Parkville Rotary!
Those interested in joining Parkville Rotary in the Parkville 4th of July parade should reach out to Bob Stone (rd_stone@icloud.com) and let him know your interest. Typically our club drives antique cars through the parade. He will provide you with all the details about meeting time and location for the event.
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
#45 ROTARY PEACE PROGRAMS
A special program of The Rotary Foundation was originally labeled the "Rotary Peace Forum". The concept of a center or educational program to promote greater understanding and peace in the world was originally discussed in 1982 by the New Horizons Committee and the World Understanding and Peace Committee. In 1984 it was further explored by a New Programs Committee of The Rotary Foundation.
The essence of the Rotary Peace Program is to utilize the non-governmental but worldwide resources of Rotary to develop educational programs around the issues that cause conflict among nations in the world as well as those influences and activities which promote peace, development and goodwill. The program includes seminars, publications or conferences as a means to initiate a global dialogue to find new approaches to peace and world understanding.
Specific Rotary Peace Programs are selected annually by the trustees of The Rotary Foundation. Many peace programs are held in conjunction with presidential conferences.
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!
