Dan Noel Odaba’s passion for peace was born during his time as a Rotary Peace Fellow at Chulalongkorn University in Thailand in 2017. “I made a promise to give back 100 percent,” he says. He later became a Rotarian during covid, “There was no way I could do that without becoming a Rotarian.” His peacebuilding commitment continues. To learn how, check out page 15 of the February 2025 ROTARY magazine.
The next two New Member Orientations areFebruary 10th at 7:00 pm & May 7th at 7:30pm. They will not be recorded. Only “live” sessions will be done this year. These sessions are being offered by the Zone as a first step in the Rotary Club orientation process. Veteran Rotarians who need a “refresher” are also welcome. Learn about the history and impact of Rotary with attendees from throughout the eastern United States, Canada and Bermuda! No registration is necessary. Just click on this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87549109596?pwd=UzdvHBSXX6iVlmF2TRTa3hQjHNTuns.1
District Learning Assembly Membership Engagement Session
On Saturday, March 15th from 7:30 AM to Noon at Messiah College our District will be hosting a District Learning Assembly. One of the sessions that can be selected by participants is focused on Member Engagement. This interactive session will feature representatives from the Rotary Clubs of York, Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg-North and West Shore, who will share successes and failures of engaging their members. Topics will include club dues, leadership development, new member orientation, member recognition, and service engagement. Thank you to the following panelists who have agreed to speak:
Rotary Club of York – Chris Topf, Membership Engagement Chair
Rotary Club of Harrisburg – Scott Stevens, Club President
Rotary Club of Mechanicsburg-North – John Robinson, Membership Chair
In preparation for this session Club Presidents and President Elects will receive a brief survey asking them about their club dues structure. The results will be shared in blinded fashion at the session. To see the full agenda and register go HERE.
District Membership Committee
The next meeting of the District Membership Committee will take place on Tuesday, February 25th at 7 PM. New members are always welcome, including guests who would like to seek advice from the committee on membership strategies. Contact PDG Juliet for meeting information at DGJuliet2022@qrpc.com
Think Valentine’s Day and Rotary! Express a lovely sentiment for your Sweetheart and have it hung on a lamppost in downtown Lancaster. Pets can also included and your sentiment to them will be displayed at Binns Park or the Dog park on Marietta Ave. Finding your heart is a fun scavenger hunt while exploring the restaurants, galleries and shopping of downtown Lancaster. Click here for more information and to purchase your heart today! Hearts For Lancaster & Pets - Penn Square Rotary
The annual report covering the 2023-2024 Rotary year in D7390 is now available on the district website. Check it out! Please look at this excellent summary of all our successes last Rotary year. As I read through the document for final editing, I was struck by a sense of pride in being part of an organization that does so much for our South-Central Pennsylvania communities. You will see Rotarians and Clubs who have accomplished incredible projects, activities, and events. Thanks to each of you for your work in serving others. Thank you to all who took on leadership roles last year at the club and district level. You led us to through the body of work on display in the report. We D7390 Rotarians are grateful you said yes when asked to take on these roles. We can’t accomplish all we do without Rotarians doing the extra work to lead, plan, and push us. I hope you enjoy the report as much as I did. I ask each of us to see something in there we can bring to our own club or see some area that could use support to achieve even more in coming years. Take what we have accomplished in 2023-2024 and keep it going strong.
The District Learning Assembly is a great opportunity for all Rotarians to enhance their understanding of key areas that contribute to the success of a club. This event will equip you with valuable insights and practical knowledge on crucial topics such as: Clubrunner, Membership Engagement, Rotary's Positive Peace Program and MORE!
By attending, you'll walk away with a comprehensive understanding of these areas and be better prepared to help your club achieve its goals and create a positive impact. Whether you're a seasoned Rotarian or new to the role, this assembly will be an inspiring and enriching experience for everyone involved.
Join us Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Messiah University (One University Avenue, Mechanicsburg, PA) in Boyer Hall.
The Rotary Clubs of West Shore, District 7390 Passport, Mechanicsburg North and Yellow Breeches will host the 74th RMB networking event in Rotary District 7390 history and the first event of the 2025 RMB season.
The event will take place on Thursday, February 13 from 5:00 to 7:30 PM at the Brand-New Joseph T. Simpson Library Learning and Book Sale Center at 45 West Allen Street, Mechanicsburg, PA.
The event will be FREE to attend. There will be light hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer and water provided.
This will be another in a longstanding series of great business networking opportunities for both profit and non-profit organizations. The Mechanicsburg Area RMB has drawn over between 50 and 60 participants every year. Do not miss it. Also, please consider bringing potential Rotarian guests, Rotaractors, and Family of Rotary.
When we do business with Rotarians, we support the mission of Rotary.
Rotary’s Mission: We provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through our fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.
Additional Sponsors are welcome and encouraged. For more information contact PDG John Anthony at Rotary7390DG2020@gmail.com or 610-587-1358
Our gratitude goes out to our sponsors: Venue Sponsor:
Joseph T. Simpson Library
Event Sponsors:
Rotary Club of West Shore Rotary Club of District 7390 Passport Rotary Club of Yellow Breaches Rotary Club of Mechanicsburg North
Mother Hubbard’s Custom Cabinetry
McKonly & Asbury
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp of Mechanicsburg and State College
This event will include District 7430, 7390, 7490 and 7410, providing a wonderful opportunity for celebration, inspiration and fellowship. Not only will you enjoy the Conference but you will have access to a large range of family-friendly activities while here!
BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY and FEEL THE MAGIC!!!
Total Conference registration is $375. Just want to attend on Saturday? Saturday ONLY registration is $200.
PDG Juliet Altenburg, District Membership Chair
The District Learning Assembly is a great opportunity for all Rotarians to enhance their understanding of key areas that contribute to the success of a club. This event will equip you with valuable insights and practical knowledge on crucial topics such as: Clubrunner, Membership Engagement, Rotary's Positive Peace Program and MORE!
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