Next Tuesday, February 27, there will be NO noon Northbrook Rotary lunch meeting.
Instead, we will meet to socialize in our private Albert party room from 5:30 to 7:30 that evening at Hackney’s on Lake, 1514 E. Lake Ave, Glenview.
Menu options will include:
The Famous Hackneyburger, Broiled chicken breast on toasted bun, Chicken Caesar salad, and The Hackney Reuben; also fish, gluten-free and vegetarian options; plus unlimited soft drinks and a chocolate ice cream sundae dessert.
Beer and wine will be available for purchase. As always, you are encouraged to sponsor guests.
This will be a really fun event!
You do not need to pre-select a meal. However, I do need an accurate count as to the number of people coming.
RSVP by email if you plan to attend. As always, you are encouraged to bring guests. Please include the number of your guests with your response.
World Understanding and Peace Day is an annual celebration of
'goodwill and global empathy' was on February 23.
It's a tribute to remember the first Rotary meeting, the key purpose of the humanitarian initiative, and the global leaders of peace. Then why promote war when you can climb up with hope and harmony? Why chase destructive forces when there are incredible leaders of peace?
The first meeting of Rotarians was conducted on February 23, 1905, in Chicago. Gustavus Loehr, Silvester Schiele, Hiram E. Shorey, and Paul P. Harris were the founders, who established the international organisation of service and fellowship. The social service organisation was organised to promote global empathy and support goodwill to shape the next top leaders of society.
In earlier epochs, they focused on building a support circle for businessmen to encourage ideas without political or religious bars. The organisation developed over time and later became Rotary International in 1925.
Why are peace and understanding crucial for growth?
Personal growth requires a collective positive atmosphere to grow and hit major life goals. Through the Rotary International organisation, aspiring, mid-career, and established people find a supportive network to upgrade and become leaders.
While several people cope with 'Professional Politics', the refined purpose of Rotary emphasizes setting high moral standards for top professions. Personal life is also somehow connected to professional endeavours; thus, Rotary International flashes up with humane themes of goodwill and understanding.
Currently, there are around 35,000 clubs across 200 countries that endorse different professions. Apart from this, they also donate to activities and participate in social causes. For instance, the Rotary Club of India was active on the ground during the COVID-19 pandemic. They were also active in donations-tasks for food service to support people below the poverty line.
Even if you are not a part of the club, the messages and the luminous purpose of the initiative have a universal appeal, while their live projects keep running to promote humanitarian causes.
JOIN US FOR A 60-MINUTE CONVERSATION ABOUT EMPOWERING WOMEN
On March 8, 2024, Rotary International is hosting a 60-minute panel discussion as a way to celebrate and recognize International Women’s Day, and we would love for you to join us!
The discussion will focus on the importance of not only including but being a champion of women in leadership — in the workplace and beyond. We will discuss the importance of identifying leaders early, establishing mentorship and sponsorship programs, supporting women in joining women-led professional organizations, and focusing on allyship. We’ll also announce and celebrate the recipient of the 2023-24 Sylvia Whitlock Leadership Award.
This event is open to Rotary members and members of the public of all genders. Feel free to share with your networks. Click Read More for registration information.
MARCH 8 9:00 AM Pacific Standard Time REGISTER NOW Empowering and Elevating Women in the Workplace Click here to see the event details in your time zone.
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