District Governor's Letter to the District

Dear Rotarians of District 6740,

I begin my year as District Governor with enthusiasm and a commitment to serve with the Rotary Club Presidents of our District, our Assistant Governors and all those in the district who serve in a leadership role.  We are stewards for the district during our term. 

This year’s theme,” Peace Through Service,” is one that I embrace heartily.  Rotary International President Sakuji Tanaka eloquently explains his theme of peace as not only the absence of conflict but as “personal tranquility, happiness in the family, a sense of inner contentment, or a situation of safety where basic human needs are met.  Through service Rotarians bring health safety and human dignity to their own communities and communities around the world.”  Rotarians of District 6740 lay the foundations of peace through their service.

Turning the page on a new year means a look back at the past and a look ahead to the future.  I am especially thankful to our immediate Past District Governor, John Adams, for his dedication and commitment to the district.  John’s leadership saw growth in our district, a continued commitment to the Rotary Foundation and the eradication of Polio, exemplary service to the clubs, the establishment of a tornado relief fund,   and homage to New Generations with the inclusion of his wife Christie and toddler Charlie in multiple club and district events.

I commend PDG John Adams for making every effort possible in the last two years to ”keep me in the loop.”  I also have two wonderful gentlemen who will follow me as District Governors, Jack McAllister and John Salyers.  We have been a team for some time now as we attend Rotary functions such as PETS, District Conferences and meeting with the Youth Exchange students in Otterbein Ohio.  Our “GIS” team (Governors in Succession, as John Adams fondly refers to us) has allowed us to explore ideas beyond our own year of serving as District Governor and to put in place plans and goals for the future.  I believe the team spirit the four of us have garnered will serve the District well, and that this team spirit also embodies Rotary’s vision of developing leadership and planning that is not limited to a one-year vision.

Peace be with you,

Kathryn Hardman

Rotary Club of London, Kentucky USA

District 6740, Governor 2012-13

 

Rotary Leadership Institute - August 25, 2012

Rotary Leadership Institute (District 6710/6740)

Date: August 25, 2012
Registration End Date: August 18, 2012
Place: Four Points Sheraton, 1938 Stanton Way, Lexington, KY 40511
RLI Content: Parts I, II and III
Time: 8 am—3:30 pm

http://www.hoa-rli.org/

Please go to this website to register.

The Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is a series of fast-paced, interactive, one-day courses offered to refine a Rotarian's leadership skills and increase their base of knowledge in Rotary.

Courses in RLI are informative, topical, interactive and geared toward busy business and professional Rotarians who want to be more effective leaders in their vocations and their clubs. RLI consists of three one day parts. Each RLI session offers all three parts, simultaneously. Each part consists of 6 topics and each topic is lead by a Discussion Leader. Attendees have the opportunity to exchange ideas about the topics and network with the other members of their group.

Upcoming Events

August
8          RC Lexington night at the Legends - watch a Rotarian throw out the first pitch!
10        RC Lexington/Rotaract host a social/networking gathering, Hunt Morgan House, 6 - 9 p.m.
11        RC Hazard, Annual Gala fundraiser, Hazard Community and Technical College, cost $50. Please contact Club President Ella Strong at ella.strong@kctcs.edu or by phone at 606-487-3208. RSVP by Aug 10.
12        RC Lexington/University of Kentucky picnic for International students at UK
14        RC Lexington Charity Challenge, fundraising event at Village Host Pizza, 5:30 - 7:30
16        RC Campbell County Cruise In Cookout, Alexandria
25        Rotary Leadership Institute in Lexington, Kentucky
25        RC Campbell County, Dunk the Educator to benefit Special Olympics, 10 am - 4 pm
25        RC Bluegrass Richmond attends Richmond Pops in the Park
  


September
8            RC Campbell County/Lions Club Pancake Breakfast, ColdSpring Barleycorns, 8 - 11:30 am
8 - 9       RC Somerset-Pulaski and RC Somerset Remote Area Medical Clinic
13          RC Paris Steak Dinner and Raffle, 1833 S. Main Street, Paris, 6 p.m.
20          RC Campbell County Cruise In Cookout, Alexandria
21 -22    RC Versailles-Woodford County Repair Affair




October
4-7        Zone Institute in Huntsville, Alabama
17          RC Campbell County hosts Northern Kentucky Rotary clubs, with guest speaker Jeff Mearns, new President of Northern Kentucky University
                       


November
1         RC Paris Seafood Dinner and Cake/Pie Auction, 1833 S. Main Street, Paris, 6 p.m.



December
4        RC Paris Christmas Concert, Paris Presbyterian Church,7 p.m.
6        RC Paris Coat and Blanket Drive




March
2 - RC Somerset-Pulaski County International Dinner
21 - 24 Presidents Elect Training (PETS) in Nashville, Tennessee


May
2       RC Paris Run for the Roses


June
23 -26    International Convention, Lisbon, Portugal

Installation of the District Governor and RC London Officers

On June 28, 2012, Rotarians gathered at the Golden Corral in London, Kentucky to witness the installation of DG Kathryn Hardman and the leadership of the Rotary Club of London. Rotarians of Kathryn's home club, London, were on hand to witness the special occasion as were many visitors. In attendance were PDG Bill Perrine from RC Lexington, PDG Tom Ashford and Polky from RC Lexington, PDG Dennis McEvoy from RC Florence, outgoing DG John Adams and Christie from RC Somerset-Pulaski County, DGE Jack McAllister, and DGN John Salyers and Connie and grandchildren Noah and Jalyn. Current and incoming Club Presidents were also on hand to watch the ceremony including Ernie Trosper, incoming President RC Paris, Becky Rue, outgoing President RC Mt. Sterling, Bruce Begley, outgoing President RC Richmond, Ruth Ann Barker, incoming President RC Bluegrass Richmond.

Outgoing DG John Adams installs DG Kathryn Hardman at the Installation
Ceremony in London, Kentucky on June 28, 2012.

DG Kathryn Hardman is presented with the Home Club of the District
Governor banner to display for the 2012-2013 Rotary year.

DG Kathryn Hardman thanks PDG John Adams, Christie and Charlie for a successful year.

Outgoing Club President Garry Conley passes the gavel to Club President
Linda Gilreath. On hand to witness the ceremony
were members of Linda's family Tim, Wes and Larissa.

DG Kathryn Hardman and her spouse, John Strojan welcome
the beginning of DG Year 2012-2013 after the Installation Ceremony

RC London - Official Visit from the District Governor

At London Official Visit on 7/25/12, District Governor Kathryn Hardman and President Linda Gailbreath of London Club thank Mike Fawbush for his service in the London Club as President of 2010.11 and Membership chair of 2011.12.

 

Rotary Youth Exchange

Outbound youth exchange participants recently attended a Rotary Youth Exchange orientation weekend at Otterbein College in Westerville, Ohio. Training and team building exercises are conducted by the Rotarians involved in the Ohio Erie Youth Exchange program. Jack Lundy is the Youth Exchange Chair for the District and PDG Bill Perrine is the chair of the outgoing youth exchange students in the district. In addition to Jack and Bill, DG Kathryn Hardman, as well as DGE Jack McAllister and DGN John Salyers particpated in the orientation weekend and enjoyed getting to know the students. We wish all of the outbound students safe travels and a wonderful year as they begin this extraordinary experience!

From left to right top row, DGN John Salyers, DGE Jack McAllister, and
DG Kathryn Hardman. The students on the top row are Eva Cortes (from
Lexington, going to France, sponsor Lexington Rotary) and Adam Trostle
(from Union, going to Germany, sponsor Florence Rotary).

           From left to right bottom row, Deanna Tirabassi (from Nicholasville,
going to Japan, sponsor Nicholasville Rotary), Tatiana Kisor (from Petersburg,
going to Spain, sponsor Florence Rotary), and Will Johnson
(from Georgetown, going to Japan, sponsor Georgetown Rotary).

RC Pikeville celebrates Installation & Rotarian of the Year

Incoming President Howard Roberts being sworn in

Incoming President Howard Roberts presents a 10k gold Past President pin to outgoing President Jeanne Clark

Outgoing Rotarian Jeanne Clark presents the Rotarian of the Year award to Rotarian Karen Roberts Prater

RC Ashland holds installation of officers

The Rotary Club of Ashland finished up a stellar year on Monday, June 25, with a Club Assembly, induction of new officers, and presentation of awards.

 Norma Meek was presented with the Community Vocational Award for 2011-2012.  Norma’s exemplary and unselfish dedication to community service made her an ideal candidate for this award.

 Rotarian April Perry was presented with the Vocational Service Award for her outstanding commitment to the principles of vocational service by starting a BancOn program for the unbanked.

 Rotarian Bernard O’Nan was awarded the Rotarian of the Year Award for his outstanding service and his commitment to foster Rotary ideals for which our club and Rotary is known. 

President Cheryl Spriggs, President-Elect Vincenzo Fressola, and Past President Sam Harvey were honored with the Paul Harris Memberships.

 Installation of new officers for the year 2012-2013 was conducted.  Continuation of great leadership is evidenced by the commitment of the newly inducted officers.

 During club assembly, newly installed President Vincenzo Fressola led the club through the achievements of the previous year, during which the club held its first major fund-raising event, which allowed the donation of over $13,000 to local charities and Polio Plus.  

President Cheryl Spriggs presents Bernard O'Nan with Rotarian of the Year

Stuart Webb presents the Paul Harris Fellow Certificate and Pins to President-Elect
Vincenzo Fressola, Past President Sam Harvey, and President Cheryl Spriggs

President Elect Vincenzo Fressola gets the gavel!

Officers Bernard O'Nan, Treasurer; Steve Towler Vice President; Vincenzo
Fressola President; Ed Neely President-Elect; and Jane Bugg, Secretary are
inducted.

Norma Meek is presented with the Citizen Vocational Award.

Rotarian April Perry is awarded the Vocational Service Award

RC Stanford installs new officers

On July 9, 2012 DG Kathryn Hardman installed Andrea Miller President of the Rotary Club of Stanford as she was symbolically handed the gavel by Morgan Pence. In addition, two members were inducted into the club.

The leadership of RC Stanford.

 

RC Somerset and RC Somerset-Pulaski County install officers and recognizes other leaders

John and Christie Adams hosted the members of RC Somerset and RC Somerset-Pulaski County as both clubs installed new officers in June, 2012.

Congratulations to Past President Wendell Lyon for a successful year as the Somerset Noon Rotary Club’s leader 2011-2012. Wendell left the club in a great position for transition to our new Club President, George Corder.

Congratulations to Ben Robertson, inducted as Somerset Morning Club President. Ben succeeds Past President Lisa Mullins.

During the evening, John Adams was also recognized for his great job serving as our District Governor.

Thank you John and Christie for hosting both Somerset Rotary clubs for this memorable evening!

John Adams swearing in RC Somerset President George Corder for the 2012-2013 year.

John Adams swearing in RC Somerset-Pulaski County President Ben Robertson

RC Somerset-Pulaski County President Ben Robertson congratulating
 Immediate Past President Lisa Mullins on a successful year.

RC Somerset President George Corder congratulating Immediate Past
President Wendell Lyon on a job well done!

John Adams, PDG receiving recognition for his outstanding year of service

John Adams speaking to the members of RC Somerset and Somerset-Pulaski County, expressing
his appreciation for all of the support and friendship extended to him during his DG year.

RC Pikeville volunteers for Remote Area Medical Clinic

The Pikeville Rotary Club participated in the Remote Area Medical Event held at Pike County Central High School on June 9 and 10 by providing and serving food for all the volunteers and any patient who chose to eat. Approximately 400 volunteers workers were fed along with over 200 patients. 

Polio Update

Wild Poliovirus

Weekly Update

World Health Organization

Week Ending 18 July 2012

Total number of cases in 2011:  650

Total number of cases in 2012:    96 (includes 5 in non-endemic     countries)

General Polio Headlines – Week Ending 18 July 2012

There are more than 200,000 volunteers (mostly Pakistani) who run the immunization campaigns in their country.  On 17 July 2012 a WHO staff member and an international consultant were injured when their vehicle was shot by armed men.  They were supporting the NIDs.  The bravery of the on-going volunteer base is incredible.

Polio Country Headlines – Week Ending 18 July 2012

Afghanistan

Two new cases—total for 2012 is 13.  “A cross-border meeting between Pakistan and Afghanistan is scheduled during 24-25 July.”

Nigeria

One new case—total for 2012 is 55.  “Immunization Plus Days were postponed for security reasons in Kaduna and Yobe until 19 and 21 July respectively.”

Pakistan

One new case—total for 2012 is 23.  “North and South Waziristan, FATA, are njot participating during the 16-18 July NIDs.  There are reports of local leaders in these districts suspending polio immunizations.  This affects approximately 280,000 children under 5 years old.”

RC Pikeville hosts International Dinner

The Pikeville Rotary Club held their annual International Dinner on Friday evening June 1, 2012 at the East Kentucky Exposition Center in conjunction with the Pikeville Main Street Program.  Entertainment was provided by the local band “Big Iron” featuring a variety of music.  Sandy Johnson was the event chairperson for the 2012 event.  This was the 7^th year for the event.  The first year 4 countries were represented; this year food from several countries was available to include:  Syria, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, India, Japan, China, Mexico, and the United States.  The most talked about food of the evening was the “Hillbilly” cuisine; which included soup beans, corn bread and all the fixins’.  The dinner had over 300 attendees and raised approximately $8,000 for various club projects. 

RC Versailles-Woodford County Installation Picnic

Bruce Finney, outgoing President, passes gavel to Chris Castle, incoming President

Bruce Finney, Chris Castle, Hardman, Robert Hall, Treasurer, Sandy Jones, Secretary, and Wayne "Tiny" Wright, Sgt at Arms.

RC Pineville - District Governor's Official Visit

DG Kathryn Hardman completed her first Official Visit, attending the Pineville Club on 7/23/12. 

The Club was commended on their outstanding service to the community through their support of multiple community organizations, their Fourth of July Festival, and their selection of a Man and Woman of the Year that exemplfy service above self. Pineville has set a goal of becoming a Paul Harris Club.

RC Somerset inspires Rotarians with guest speakers

Recently, RC Somerset was honored to present a speaker from the Danville Advocate, Mr Larry Vaught. Larry is a UK sportswriter and knows most all things related to UK athletics. Among his accolades, Larry was named the 2011 National Sportswriter of the Year by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association. This is the sixth consecutive year he has received the award, and seventh in the last nine years. Larry spoke on the successful UK basketball season, both past, present and future as well as some views on the pigskin season. Larry writes daily on his blog at vaughtsviews.com for the Danville Advocate Messenger, check it out. Larry was the guest of Marvin Kinch.

Jack Keeney, the new Interim Director of God’s Food Pantry, recently spoke to the noon Rotary Club. Mr. Keeney thanked everyone who had donated to God’s Food Pantry in the past and encouraged anyone interested in donating to please do so. He stated that the food bank is at the lowest it has been in nine years. God’s Food Pantry is located at 119 South Central Ave in downtown Somerset. Pictured are George Corder (newly installed President of the Rotary Club of Somerset), Jack Keeney (God’s Food Pantry), and Marvin Kinch (Rotarian and meeting host).

District Governor Visits

Rotary International District 6740      Club Visits, 2012.13         

Date	Club	Time	Location
7/23/12	Pineville	12 noon	Pineville Community Hospital
7/25/12	London	12 noon	Golden Corral
7/26/12	Corbin	12 noon	David’s Steakhouse
7/31/12	Harlan	12 noon	Ken and Paul’s Steakhouse
8/2/12	Somerset/Pulaski	7:00 a.m.	Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
8/6/12	Stanford	12 noon	Kentucky Depot Restaurant
8/9/12	Russell	12 noon	Bridges Christian Church
8/14/12	Whitesburg	12 noon	Pine Mountain Grill
8/15/12	Pikeville	12 noon	Landmark Inn
8/16/12	Louisa	12 noon	First Baptist Church of Louisa
8/20/12	Somerset	12 noon	Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
8/27/12	Nicholasville	12 noon	Central Bank
8/28/12	Lexington Sunrise	7 a.m.	Shiner’s Hospital
8/28/12	Versailles/Woodford	12 noon	Bluegrass Community Hospital
9/6/12	Falmouth	12 noon	Edwardo’s Pizza and Subs
9/7/12	Winchester	12 noon	Winchester Country Club
9/11/12	Bluegrass Richmond	7:30 a.m.	McCready Manor
9/11/12	Berea	12 noon	Kentucky Artisan Center
9/12/12	Richmond	12 noon	Arlington Association
9/18/12	Florence, Covington,  Campbell, and Kenton	12:15p.m.	Hosted by Covington at the Radisson Hotel
9/25/12	Georgetown	11:45	Golden Corral
9/26/12	Paris	12 noon	Golden China Buffet
9/27/12	Cynthiana	11:45	Bianke’s Restaurant
10/8/12	Augusta	6 p.m.	Parkview Inn
10/9/12	Maysville	11:45	Rotary Clubhouse
10/10/12	Hazard	12 noon	Ponderosa
10/11/12	Middlesboro	12 noon	J. Milton’s Steakhouse
10/16/12	Paintsville/Prestonsburg	12 noon	Hosted by Paintsville, Ramada Inn-Carriage House Rest.
10/17/12	Cumberland	12 noon	412 Cumberland Avenue
10/22/12	Grayson	12 noon	Shoney’s
10/23/12	Mt. Sterling	12 noon	Jerry’s Restaurant
10/25/12	Carlisle	6:30 p.m.	Garrett’s Restaurant
10/29/12	Ashland	12 noon	The Elk’s Lodge
10/30/12	Fleming County	12 noon	Fleming County Hospital
11/8/12	West Liberty	12 noon	The Tea Room
11/15/12	Lexington	12 noon	Fasig-Tipton