Monthly Archives: August 2026

On a beautiful summer day during the final week before students returned, the meeting opened with “America the Beautiful,” accompanied by Rick Ingram. Victor Stoeffler then emphasized the importance of supporting children’s needs, including having their own clothing and the opportunity to choose items they like. Song leader Ingrid followed by leading the group in […]

Resurrecting a prior program practice, Club President Roy has been ending programs with a quote of the week. Here are the most recent ones for your reflection. 7/1/26 “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change […]

Weekly programs have included quizes about Club members and their personal backgrounds that some may not know about. Here are the ones since we last posted. Prior ones are reported here. : From July 1, 2026 Has a background in healthcare administration Likes yoga Is not from Michigan but has family here Has a BA […]

The time is nigh! Get ready to make a difference while having the time of your life! On Monday, September 14, 2026, the Rotary Club of Ann Arbor is turning Barton Hills Country Club into the ultimate playground for golfers, foodies, auction lovers, and fun-seekers who love making a difference in the community in which […]

Send Hunger Packing 2026 will be Saturday, November 14 at Pioneer High School. Registration is now open. For more information and to donate visit us here.

Today’s meeting was held at the Michigan League and was called to order by President Roy.  We sang the national anthem and the membership then proceeded to recite the Four Way Test. For his inspirational message, Ben Bolen spoke of the reasons that he joined Rotary, and with his military background, reminded us of some […]

Greg Gaylor (Sponsor: Leo Shedden) Greg is originally from Roscommon, Michigan—a place many of us recognize as an I-75 gateway to “up north,” surrounded by trees. Rotary service runs deep in Greg’s family: His great-grandfather was one of the founders of the Roscommon Rotary Club. His grandfather served as president of the club. His father […]

Roger W. “Rog” Fraser of Ann Arbor, Michigan, passed away on July 9, at the age of 80. Roger lived a life defined by service – to his country, to the communities he led, and most of all to the people he loved. A US Army veteran, he went on to build a remarkable 42-plus […]

On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, six members of Washtenaw County Rotary Clubs laced up their walking shoes and made history — stepping onto the Gordie Howe International Bridge (GHIB) for its very first day open to pedestrians and cyclists. The long-anticipated multi-use path officially opened that morning, offering a rare opportunity to walk or bike […]

The Anderson Room was abuzz with happy conversations, this being our meeting to introduce five new members and to hear our District Governor. President More tapped the bell to start the meeting. Today’s Choral Director and Pianist, Dr. Richard Ingram, accompanied the 46 Club members and guests and seven zoomers in the singing of My Country […]