What a year so far and an amazingly short amount of time left for 2025-2026!

Each club visit has been a revelation in the depth and complexity of Rotary on the local level.   I spent some time recently with a non-Rotarian (recruiting her for membership) and as we continued talking, she commented that she had no idea of the depth and impact of Rotary.  I wonder sometimes if our members are “in the know”. 

Beyond your club, what can you say about Rotary?  We’re getting rid of Polio, we help bring clean water to areas, etc., etc.  Yet, what does that mean?  What happens when an area gets access to clean water?  It transforms those communities through improved health, education, and economic stability.  It BREAKS the cycle of poverty by allowing residents to pursue education and income-generating activities instead of doing the time-consuming activity of water collection.

What about here?  Does hanging 144 flower baskets in Downtown Carlisle really have an impact on the community?  I’d say yes.  Each time I help with the weekend watering activity, someone says, how wonderful to see these – thank you to Rotary!  One woman claimed it was why she moved to Carlisle! It gives pride in the community, offers a bit of beauty, and nature in an urban setting.  Is it life-altering?  Perhaps not, and yet, it makes going into Carlisle more fun than seeing bare lampposts…

Please, please tell our stories more.  What is your club doing?  What is it’s impact?  Invite guests to help with a service project vs attending a meeting.  We are People of Action, it’s time to show that part of us.   Join me at the Rotary Means Business June 3^rd, that’s a great intro to Rotary! 

Thank you for letting me part of this, I know my life is better for it.

Yours in Rotary,

MB

District Governor 2025-2026

Join Rotary District 7390 for a fun, family-friendly evening of fellowship and celebration! Rotarians are encouraged to bring their families and enjoy a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere as we celebrate this special installation. The event will take place on the covered outdoor deck at Sinkhole Saloon & Grille (1218 East Main Street, Palmyra). Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with the installation ceremony beginning promptly at 5:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy hot appetizers and unlimited soft drinks, with a cash bar available for additional beverages. Following the ceremony, the evening continues with open bowling from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Bowling is included in your registration fee, there is NO extra charge). Guests can choose to keep the fellowship going on the outdoor deck or head inside for some friendly bowling fun. We look forward to celebrating with you! Adults are $10 and Children Under 18 are $5 to attend. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

The Rotary Club of Harrisburg is proud to host the 81st Rotary Means Business (RMB) Networking Event in Rotary District 7390, Chapter #4—marking the third event of the 2026 RMB season.

Join us on Wednesday, June 3 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Capital Blue Cross Connect Office (4500 Marketplace Way, Enola, PA) for an evening of meaningful connections and opportunity. We are grateful to Capital Blue Cross Connect for serving as our Venue Sponsor, with additional sponsors to be announced.

This FREE networking event will feature wine, beer, water, soft drinks, and light hors d’oeuvres, creating the perfect atmosphere to connect with fellow professionals, community leaders, and changemakers.

RSVP today! RMB events continue to be a cornerstone for building relationships that benefit both for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Whether you're expanding your network, exploring new opportunities, or strengthening existing partnerships—this is an event you won’t want to miss.

We also encourage you to bring along prospective Rotarians, Rotaractors, and members of the Family of Rotary to share in the experience.

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.

 Event Sponsors:

Rotary Club of Carlisle – Sunrise in a partnership with Redwood Materials in Carson City, Nevada, will be collecting and recycling lithium-ion batteries and rechargeable devices. Join us on Saturday, 16 May 2026 between 10AM and 4PM at the Army Heritage Education Center Parking Lot (950 Soldiers Dr., Carlisle, PA) and bring your discarded lithium-ion batteries and rechargeable devices including smartphones, tablets, electric toothbrushes, laptops, power tool batteries, lawn equipment batteries, rechargeable vacuum batteries, wireless headphones, and any other lithium-ion battery and help close the loop. 

The District Learning Committee is hard at work building opportunities for our Rotarians to grow their knowledge and skills. To that end, we are starting a series of monthly on-line learning sessions on various topics that should be helpful to your Rotarians and club leaders. Please join us the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. to LEARN more about Rotary! 

• May 26: Youth Services (RYLA, Youth Exchange, Four-Way Test Essay & Speech)
• June 23: Rotary Outside the Club

Pre-Registration for the Zoom Meetings is required! Register here to receive the Zoom link!

Check out the Upcoming Club Events Around the District! If you want your Club events listed in the newsletter, simply send an email with details to office@rotary7390.org!

The Rotary Club of York-North is deepening its commitment to community service this month through a new partnership effort with LifePath Christian Ministries.

According to York-North Service Chairperson Ed Wagman, Rotarians will volunteer every Thursday during the month of May to serve dinner to individuals and families who rely on the ministry’s services. “Every Thursday in the month of May, we’re going to have volunteers at LifePath Christian Ministries to serve dinner to all the clients that show up,” said Wagman. While the project is relatively new for the club, the initial experience made a strong impact.

“We did it once before, and we had a good response to that and saw the need,” Wagman explained. “Now we’re going to do it four times this month, and we may do it again later in the year and adopt another month.” Each Thursday evening, three Rotary volunteers will assist with meal service, helping provide both nourishment and fellowship to those attending the ministry’s programs.

The LifePath initiative is just one of many service efforts carried out by the Rotary Club of York-North throughout the year. Wagman noted that the club participates in approximately 14 service projects annually across York County. Among those efforts are multiple projects supporting the Margaret E. Moul Home, participation in summer home restoration projects through Servants Inc., and environmental initiatives such as PennDOT’s Adopt-a-Highway program. “Every spring and fall, we clean up a section of Greenbriar Road,” said Wagman. From feeding families to environmental stewardship and housing assistance, the Rotary Club of York-North continues to demonstrate Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self” through hands-on involvement across the community.

Please join us for the Hershey Rotary Club’s 56th annual dinner auction, when we will be celebrating America’s 250th! The festivities will begin at 5:00 PM on Saturday May 30, at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey Pennsylvania. 

This memorable event will feature:

• a silent auction (which will begin 2 weeks before the event; stay tuned for info about the website for the auction platform and how to register to bid - you can bid even if you can’t attend the actual event on the 30th).

• a live auction 

• a fabulous dinner with menu options including for vegetarians

• great entertainment: Boogie and the Belles will be performing  their signature "Andrews 

Sisters" style songs including "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" and "Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend" plus their unique jazzified national anthem. Their appearance along with the Generations Big Band promises to RAISE THE ROOF!

All net proceeds go to support community grants for local non-profits and also the youth services programs for students at Hershey High School, The Milton Hershey School, and Middletown Area High School.

To find out more, and to register/purchase tickets, please click here. 

For more information please contact Brian Harris at 717.514.4447 or Tom Jones at 717.979.0578.

The Rotary Club of Lancaster invites fellow Rotarians to be part of one of our most impactful (and fun) annual events—Wheels & Wings Festival & 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at Lancaster Airport. This year, the need is especially urgent. Due to a significant budget shortfall, the School District of Lancaster is canceling summer enrichment programs. For many students, these programs provide critical opportunities for continued learning, mentorship, and engagement.

For nearly two decades, our Club has partnered with United Way of Lancaster County to support Summer Youth Experience programs, helping local nonprofits fill that gap. Wheels & Wings is a key driver of that effort.  We invite you to:

• Join us as a runner, walker, car show participant, or attendee
• Spread the word within your club and community
• Consider organizing a group to attend or participate together
• And of course we're always looking for more sponsors and volunteers!

 Thank you in advance for helping us extend the impact of our annual major fundraiser!

•  Fly-in and active airport setting
• Car show with nearly 20 award categories
• Chip-timed 5K on a fast, scenic course
• Food trucks, music, and family-friendly activities

Click here to register and learn more!

Click here to learn more!