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The anthems began with “God Bless America” and ended with “O Canada.” Joan Knoertzer’s virtuosity was decidedly on tap as the latter song was a spontaneous request from President John, a result of his remembering our contingent of Canadian brass — District Governor Barry Fraser and his wife, Carolyn. The Frasers, along with past Assistant […]

By John Ackenhusen Our club was quite visible at the Rotary District 6380 Conference of May 4 to 6, 2018, Ypsilanti Eagle Crest Marriott: Members Norma Sarkar, Rosemarie Rowney, Marcia Lane, and Beverly Seiford comprised the Speaker Committee, along with Assistant District Governor Anne Nauts; Members Don Deatrick, Barbara Eichmuller, Rosemarie Rowney, and Norma Sarkar […]

This past weekend, nearly 40 District 6380 Rotarians, a U-M Rotaractor, and members of the community put on their steel-toed boots and leather gloves—a change in pace from the typical business attire and nice lunches—and got to work putting 100 trees in the ground in various parks in Ypsilanti. The efforts were lead by Ann […]

By John Ackenhusen Although it is not imminent, our administrator John White has expressed the desire to retire, with the goal to be the end of our next Rotary year, i.e., June 30, 2019. Hence, we are beginning to explore new ways to get our paid administrative and financial services performed.  To that end, we […]

Photos by Fred Beutler A SPECIAL DAY Inaugurating its two-year sojourn at Weber’s Restaurant and Hotel while the Michigan Union undergoes its renovation, the Rotary Club of Ann Arbor was called to order by President John’s familiar ringing of the bell. That bell, symbol of our club, was the subject of a memorable celebration last […]

When talking to a Rotary reader or tutor, it’s hard to know who enjoys the experience more, the student or the Rotarian. Eyes brighten, smiles broaden, animation ramps up, and stories come forth whenever the topic comes up. Teachers too are excited about this Rotary program, as evidenced by Sandy Kreger, a 5th grade teacher […]

Notes by Ed Hoffman; Photos by Fred Beutler Transitions – The Rotary bell was rung. Everyone stood as voices rose to meet the perennial challenge of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Indeed, it was done with gusto, if it’s all right to revive a somewhat loathsome word born of the Brut cologne era. Inspiration: Doug Moffat came […]

In an effort to continue the momentum created by World Peace Conference 2017 and extend its reach, a RCAA Peace Committee has been established. The board granted approval on April 18, 2018. Our mission is to work locally and globally for peace, social justice, and the non-violent resolution of conflict. As a follow-on to Peace […]

The Community Allocations Committee solicits, reviews, and awards grants to local not-for- profit organizations that support the club’s goal of “Helping Kids Succeed.” Funding commitments are for a single year with a maximum amount of $5,000 per grant. Members of the committee are responsible for reading and ranking applications in preparation for an annual grant […]