District Governor Jack McAllister installed at RC Lexington on July 11

iPDG Kathryn Hardman pins Jack McAllister with the District Governor's pin

 

 

 

The Rotary Club of Lexington hosted the installation of District Governor (DG) Jack McAllister at Fasig-Tipton in Lexington on July 11, 2013. In attendance for the installation at Jack’s home club were Past District Governors (PDG) of RC Lexington Hunt Perkins, Bill Perrine, George Wilson, Tom Ashford and Robert Ryan and PDG John Adams and Christie of RC Somerset-Pulaski County. Participating in the installation were Immediate PDG Kathryn Hardman of RC London, accompanied by husband John Strojan, District Governor Elect John Salyers of RC Florence accompanied by his wife Connie and District Governor Nominee Cindy Legg of RC Paintsville. DG Jack was presented with the District Governor pin and the W.M. Albright District Governor’s briefcase by IPDG Kathryn Hardman who in turn received her Past District Governor pin. DGE John Salyers and DGN Cindy Legg each received the pin of their respective office.

 

 

 

 

RC Cynthiana hosts Recognition Day and Officer Installation



Cynthiana Rotary installs news officers for 2013-2014

Cynthiana Rotary installed new officers while outgoing officers were recognized for their hard work and commitment at the June 27^th installation lunch. Past President, Mike Babb who was also inducted as the Assistant Governor for District 6740- Area 4 presented awards and honors to members who have given service and time above and beyond the call of duty. Presidential citations were awarded to: Dr. George Tanner; Ralph Deitemeyer; John Hodge; Amanda Morris; and Dinesh Mistry. The Distinguished Service Award was presented to Earl McNabb. Paul Harris Fellowships were presented to Judge David Melcher and Thomas Bowland. Each award was met with a round of applause by fellow Rotarians and family members who were invited to attend the luncheon.

Cynthiana Rotary new Officers and Directors installations are: Doug Price, President; Diana Gordon, President Elect; Mike Babb, Past President; Ralph Deitemeyer, Vice President; Darwin Root, Executive Secretary; Jim Ingram, Treasurer; Karen Bear, Director; James Custard, Director; Mark Trachsel, Director; and Cindy War, Director.

Rotary is comprised of citizens from various backgrounds and disciplines who volunteer their time to make positive differences locally in Cynthiana and internationally. Rotarians strive to make the world a better place while placing “Service Above Self”. There are more than 34,000 Rotary Clubs worldwide with a membership of over 1.2 million. Cynthiana Rotary has had a charter since 1923 and is preparing for their 90 year celebration.

The Rotary club meets every Thursday at noon at Biancke’s Restaurant.



From top left, clockwise, Dr. George Tanner, Dinesh Mistry
(both receiving President Awards), Judge David Melcher
(receiving a Paul Harris Fellowship), and
Ralph Deitemeyer, receiving a President Award).

Flag Ceremony and Installation of Officers of RC Lexington

Rotary Club of Lexington presidents in succession at their officer installation on July 11 were from left: Kevin Weaver, Past President 2012-13; Jim Martin, President 2013-14; and Dean Hammond, President Elect 2013-14

 

In the inaugural meeting of the new Rotary year, the July 11 meeting of RC Lexington began with a Rotary Flag Ceremony at which the American flag followed by the State of Kentucky flag, the Rotary flag, the 2013-14 Rotary Theme banner Engage Rotary, Change Lives and the District 6740 banner were presented. The meeting continued with the installation of the officers and Board of RC Lexington. This was followed by the installation of the Officers and Board of the RC Lexington Endowment.

RC Kenton County Annual Dinner

The Kenton County Rotary Club held their dinner on Thursday 6/23 at fellow Rotarian Steve Gongola's home. It was a great evening with many awards and recognitions.  Past President Cathy Carleson was awarded the PHF the club won at District Conference for her outstanding year as club president 2010-2011. PDG Robert Ryan presented the PHF to Cathy.

Pikeville Rotary Installs Officers

On Tuesday, June 28, members of the Pikeville Rotary Club gathered at the EXPO Center for their annual Awards Banquet and Installation Ceremony.  Outgoing President James Sullivan presided over the event at which close to 100 Rotarians, their friends and guests enjoyed an evening of fellowship and honors.

Maysville Rotary Club Makes History!

Maysville Rotary Club recently made history.  For the first time in the history of Maysville Rotary (est. 1923), a female, Barb Campbell, was elected President.  Barb is a very energetic member and will continue in the great work of our Past President, Xandy Stewart.  While Xandy was president, our club grew from 42 members to 54 members.  This was not an easy task but one of which Maysville Rotary is very proud.  President Barb is affiliated with Maysville Community and Technical College and is known for her organizational skills, enthusiasm, and leadership. 

Our club sponsored a STEP (Short Term Exchange Program) student this year and that is another first for Maysville.  Whitney Allen, a graduate from Mason County 2011, was accepted and is spending 3 weeks in Ecuador.  When she returns, she will be bringing her Ecuador STEP friend to Maysville for a 3week visit.  The two will be speaking at our meeting on August 9th. Whitney will be entering Western KY University this fall, majoring in photo journalism.  She is the daughter of Dr. Peter & Katherine Egan. 

Maysville Rotary is now in the midst of planning our Annual Rotary Horse Show to be held on Sept. 10 at the Germantown Fairgrounds.  This has been one of our annual fundraisers for over 40 years.  For more information about this show, call Doug Hendrickson at 606-564-6846 or Xandy Stewart at 606-407-4005.

Pres. Barb Campbell giving her acceptance speech at our Annual Awards Dinner