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Rotary Friends,
 
Feeling patriotic?  Plan to attend our meeting this week at 6pm to hear from Scott Wagner with Clay County 250.  They have been organizing events this year in celebration of America's 250th Anniversary.   He will be telling us about the “250 Citizens Challenge” and how you can participate. YES, you will be asked questions about US history, so take your “memory pills” before you come.  

Our ‘Super Shoppers’ have been hard at work this week as we continue to focus on collecting SHOES!   You will probably need to be sitting down when they announce the new “total” number of shoes this week.   We also heard from our ‘Winter Member in Texas’ Cathi Svetlecic.  Cathi issued a challege- She committed a $100 donation to the shoe campaign……WHO will match it?????     Mitch, our Shoe Chearleader, promised another gift for this week…..so bring SHOES or Donations!
Yours in Rotary Service,
 Reed
Reed Hastings, President
Rotary Club of Liberty

February: World Understanding and Peace Day is celebrated annually on February 23 to mark the anniversary of the first Rotary International meeting in 1905. It promotes international understanding, goodwill, and peace through humanitarian service and dialogue. Rotary clubs worldwide use this day, part of February's Peace and Conflict Prevention Month, to focus on community-building initiatives.

District Grant Project:   Our District Grant this year is to add Rotary branding information to Rotary Plaza in order to answer the #1 question we get from visitors---What is Rotary all about?  We will be adding signage(4 way test) along with a Peace Pole, a dog waste station, and a little free library.  All of the new additions represent important Rotary themes. We are developing signage to go with each item and if you are interested in helping with signage, contact Pat Knauss, Service Chair:  patknauss.rotary@gmail.com 

Supporting the Environment: 

Preserving natural resources and protecting the environment.   Our plaza is located along one of the major dog walking routes in Liberty!  This station will allow quick and convenient disposal of animal waste….and make it will make it so much nicer to empty the waste container rather than our large trash cans!!!

  • Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention: 

  • Training leaders, supporting peace-building, and promoting conflict resolution. Our peace pole is being created now! It is 8ft tall and made of Cedar.  The eight major languages for Missouri will be represented:  English, Spanish, Chinese, German, Vietnamese, Serbo-Croatian, Arabic, Sign Language. 

Basic Education and Literacy:

 Supporting education initiatives. Rotary Plaza is enjoyed by the adults and children every day. The library will provide them with something to do while they enjoy the garden!   We still need a ‘librarian’ to help keep the books organized. Contact Pat Knauss: patknauss.rotary@gmail.com if interested.

Choice Sponsors:

BEM Business. Blue Dog Merch, Central Bank, Curry Real Estate, Hawthorne Bank, Isley Curry & Howerton, Life Unlimited, MO Farm Bureau, MO Pork Association, Paul & Carol Richards, Pony Express Bank, The Exercise Coach, Thomann Financial Inc, Verimore Bank, Withers Brant Igoe & Mullennix,  Zipco. 

IN KIND:

Action Printing, Cenral Bank, Cumpy's, Eileen's Cookies, KC Dumpster, Mendel Law Firm, Pittman Printing, Poney Express Bank

Blue Ribbon Sponsors

Attic Storage-Liberty S.

Hallmark Cards

Premier Network

Scratch Office Catering

Prime sponsors

Bank of Shoal Creek

Drs Waterman & Baker

Knauss Consulting

Liberty Live Well

RC Jones

Tracy Tucker State Farm

 

GOAL:   $30,000

Raised to date:   $22,500

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District Conference - 2026 

District conference will be at the Rotary Youth Camp in Lee's Summit April 24th and April 25th, with a special concert to be held on Friday, April 24th.

Please click the link below for more info and to register.  PLEASE NOTE - EARLY BIRD registration is only $50 per person through March 15!  After that, the cost will be $65 per person.

Click on the Poster to the right to register >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

It is not too early to make arrangements to attend  the Rotary International Convention in Taipei, Taiwan,  June 13-17, 2026.  Make new connections and create unforgettable memories at the 2026 Rotary International Convention in Taipei City, where traditional and contemporary culture intertwine beautifully.  Click here for registration options. 
Club History:  Want to check out the digitalized version of Jim Tanner's book, Wheel Within a Wheel-The Rotary Club & Liberty 1935-2010?  You can access the book with this link to Flipbook:    https://heyzine.com/flip-book/a7a2edf49b.html  Want a pdf copy of the book, just let us know and we will email you a copy.  

Want to learn more about Rotary?  Check out the website for ‘Heart of America - Zones 30-31’.  Rotary clubs are organized into Districts, our club is in District 6040.  Rotary Districts are organized into Zones and D6040 is in Zone 30.  The ‘Heart of America - Zones 30-31' website is filled with information, educational materials, and ways to connect with other Rotarians. 

February - Message from the District Governor 

District 6040 January DG Update – Club Visits, Leadership, and Celebrations Ahead

January has been a rewarding and energizing month as I’ve had the privilege of visiting many clubs across our district. Each visit has reinforced what I already know to be true—our strength lies in our people. I have been inspired by your service projects, your commitment to fellowship, and your dedication to making a difference in your communities. Thank you for the warm welcomes, meaningful conversations, and the work you do every day to live out the values of Rotary.

As we move forward, the next few months offer exciting opportunities for connection, learning, and celebration.

In March, we will come together for ShowMe Rotary PETS, https://showmerotary.org/, a vital step in preparing our incoming club leaders for a successful Rotary year. PETS equips leaders with the tools, relationships, and confidence needed to lead with purpose and vision. I strongly encourage all incoming presidents, president nominees and leadership team members to complete their registration and make plans to attend. Your participation is essential to the continued success of your club and our district.

April will bring us to one of the most anticipated events of the year—our District Conference. This gathering allows us to celebrate the impact of Rotary across District 6040 while strengthening the bonds of fellowship that unite us. This year’s conference is especially meaningful as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Shoes for Orphan Soles, recognizing a remarkable legacy of service and the countless lives changed through this extraordinary project. Stay tuned for more info and registration details early-mid February.  

Thank you for your continued commitment to Rotary and to one another. I am honored to serve beside you as your District Governor and look forward to seeing many of you at PETS and in the months ahead.

Yours in Rotary,


Jodi Sundaram 
District Governor, Rotary District 6040

Rotary Club of Liberty 
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RC Liberty Foundation Board Mtg
Mar 04, 2026
RC Liberty Foundation Board meets once a quarter on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 1pm directly after the regular club meeting.  Meeting are open to all members.  The Club Foundation board consists of 5 members: club president, club president-elect, club secretary, and two at large club members. 
Liberty
Vocational Services Inc
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Lunch Invitation 03/04/2026
Mar 04, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

We will be at  Vocational Services Inc (VSI)  935 Kent St Liberty MO.   Members are to use the front orange door.....not the loading dock where we unload/load shoes!

Lunch will be provided for a fee of $12 from Firehouse Subs.  We need to have our order in by Tuesday 6pm so PLEASE register for this event by Tuesday at 6pm.     We are offering Lunch with either:

(1)   Extra Cheesy Mac & Cheese:  made with cavatappi noodles and topped with a melty mix of shredded cheeses.

(2)   French Dip: roast beef, loaded with caramelized onions, melted provolone cheese, and topped with Italian seasoning, on a toasted garlic roll. Served with hot au jus for dipping. 

(3)  Club on a Sub:  turkey,ham, bacon, and melted Monterey Jack, served with lettuce, tomato, onion, may, and deli mustard.

(4) Hook & Ladder Salad: Turkey, ham, veggies, & mozzarella

(5) Firehouse Chili: Hearty blend of ground beef, kidney beans, diced tomato and onions

PLEASE indicate your Lunch preference in the comment box when registering. 

You may bring your own beverage or water will be provided.  
Liberty
Vocational Services Inc (VSI)
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Business After Hours
Mar 10, 2026 4:00 PM

Enjoy refreshments and connect with other businesses in the Northland! 

          This is a multi-chamber event. Participating chambers include:

Excelsior Springs Area Chamber of Commerce
 Gladstone Area Chamber of Commerce
  Kearney Chamber of Commerce
                                       Liberty Area Chamber of Commerce
                                      Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce
Drawings and announcements at 5:00 pm.

Registration is required to attend this FREE event.
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Club Board Meeting
Mar 11, 2026 1:00 PM
Board meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of the Month directly after the regular club meeting. 
Liberty
Vocational Services Inc
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Liberty 250 - "The Story of Us'
Mar 12, 2026
  • March 12 - The Story of Us presented by The Truman Institute, event held at the Mid-Continent Public Library Withers Branch
Liberty
Mid-Continent Public Library - Withers Branch
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Service Above Self
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM
Vocational Services Inc
935 Kent St
Liberty, MO 64068
United States
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The 4th Wednesday of the month the meeting will start at 6pm instead of 12noon at the same location.
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