Sgt at Arms: Okley Gibbs Digital Experience: Adam Leong
Invocation & Pledge: Ryan Lemmon
Navigator: Zac Triemert
Cashiers/Check-in: Scott Buchholz & Ryan Lemmon
Admin Support: Need Volunteer
Greeters: Camille Metoyer Moten & Deb Skinner
Speaker Host: Tobi Mathouser
Speaker: Dr. Reynold Henry
Buffet Lunch is $18 for members and $20 for visiting Rotarians and guests. Lunch ticket is back. Please collect your lunch ticket after check-in and put it in the jar at the beginning of the buffet line
Reynold Henry, MD, MPH, is a trauma surgeon, Air Force officer, and medical educator based in Omaha, Nebraska. He serves at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where he cares for critically injured patients and trains future surgeons. As a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Air Force, he supports the readiness of military medical teams for deployment to conflict zones and humanitarian crises.
Dr. Henry also leads efforts to improve emergency care in civilian communities—most recently helping to launch a groundbreaking pre-hospital whole blood program that delivers life-saving transfusions before patients even reach the hospital. He is deeply committed to advancing trauma care and expanding access to lifesaving interventions for all patients, both in military and civilian settings.
🎶🧀 Mac, Mules & Music: Unite for Good! 🧀🎶 A Rotary Club of Omaha Signature Fundraiser
Fellow Rotarians,
Join us for an unforgettable evening of macaroni & cheese, mules, music, and community impact! The Rotary Club of Omaha invites all clubs, in addition to Rotary friends & family across the metro, to support our newest fundraiser, Mac, Mules & Music, taking place:
📍 Lucky Bucket Brewing Co 📅 Friday, August 22 🕔 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📌 11941 Centennial Rd, LaVista, NE
We’re uniting for good with a casual, family-friendly event that features gourmet mac & cheese, refreshing mules, and music! Proceeds from this fun night out will benefit three long-standing Rotary initiatives:
The Eighth Grade Honor Roll The 911 Memorial The Outland Trophy Dinner
We encourage Rotarians across the district to show up in support - bring your club members, families, and friends. Let’s show the strength of Rotary’s network and make this a city-wide success.
🎟️ Sponsorships and tickets are now available from $40 single tickets to $10,000 Title Sponsorships; there’s a way for everyone to join in and contribute.
👉 Let’s Unite for Good—because when Rotarians gather with purpose, great things happen. Visit https://square.link/u/ElDHVDJa to reserve your spot or sponsor today!
Honoring 9/11: Tribute of Flags to Be Displayed at Omaha's Memorial Park
CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER. This Rotary project will count for service hours at school or for Rotary Red badge members community service requirement.
To commemorate the anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, nearly 3,000 American flags will once again be installed at Omaha’s Memorial Park as part of the 9/11 Tribute of Flags Omaha.
The display will be set up on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM, with the help of volunteers from the Rotary Club of Omaha, local Boy Scouts, and community members.
Each of the 2,977 flags represents a life lost in the attacks, with individual flags bearing the name, age, and place of deathof each victim. A special section will honor those with Nebraska connections, ensuring their memory is felt close to home.
The 9/11 Tribute of Flags Omaha was first organized by Lynn Castrianno in 2004, in memory of her brother, Leonard Castrianno, who was killed in the World Trade Center during the September 11, 2001 attacks.
Volunteers are needed to help set up the display. This includes drilling holes and placing flags. Tools will be available, but helpers are encouraged to bring hand drills and work gloves.
📅 Event Details
Event: 9/11 Tribute of Flags Omaha Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Location: Memorial Park 6005 Underwood Ave. Omaha, NE 68132
Those interested in volunteering can contact: 📧 Dan Esch – desch402@yahoo.com 📞 (402) 301-9290
On Thursday, August 7, Rotarians gathered at 16611 Spring Circle for the Annual Rotary Club of Omaha Pool Party, hosted by Past President Steve & Pat McCollister and James Mackiewicz.
From 4:00 to 8:00 PM, members and guests enjoyed complimentary food, refreshing beverages, and lively conversation by the pool. Laughter and splashes filled the air as attendees relaxed, caught up with friends, and welcomed prospective members to experience Rotary fellowship in a casual, inviting setting.
This beloved summer tradition once again delivered a fun, memorable evening of Rotary camaraderie — with plenty of smiles, splashes, and good cheer.
Rotary District 5650 Rotarians: Welcome to August, one of my favorite months of the year!! Late summer vacations, county fairs, farmer’s markets, hot sunny days, and thoughts of going back to school and sports!!
A big thank you to every Rotary Club that has hosted me during my club visits over the past month!! I have enjoyed meeting all of you and celebrating the great projects you have planned for this Rotary year in your communities!! I hope that my message of community and peacebuilding is inspiring you to “Unite For Good.”
Here are a few highlights of my Rotary Club visits that you might find interesting.
Spoke at the Fairbury Rotary Club for lunch at Griffey’s Steakhouse & Lounge. President, Lana Likens, her husband Tony and Rotary Club members introduced me to Griffey’s pub food while at the same time they were helping to put on the Jefferson County Fair.
Spoke at the Falls City Rotary Club whose members meet at the John Philip Falter Museum on Main Street. John was an American artist who grew up in Falls City and is best known for his many paintings for The Saturday Evening Post whose covers highlight the Falls City Rotary Club. What an excellent location!! If you want to make new friends, make sure to make up a Rotary meeting with President, Merle Veigel, and the Falls City Rotary Club.
Spoke at the Beatrice Rotary Club, the piano playing/singing Rotary Club with President, Brian Daake. After the lunch meeting, they gave me a tour of their Rotary Veteran’s Memorial Park. What a beautiful park dedicated to the military men and women of the United States who served or are currently serving our country.
Spoke at the David City Rotary Club for lunch. Amazing meeting location at the Opera House on the town square. David City recently opened the Bone Creek Museum of Agrarian Art. The museum is in the former building where Model T automobiles were assembled and sold.
I look forward to continuing my August Rotary Club visits and meeting with you to learn about everything you are doing in your communities!!
Remember August is Membership & New Club Development Month https://my.rotary.org/en/learning-reference/learn-topic/membership
Enjoy this month of August. Remember to invite a guest to your Rotary Club meeting. Grow your membership. One meeting could change their life and yours as well. Focus on your Rotary Club experience for your members and guests. Take care of your family, friends, and community and I look forward to speaking/meeting with you at your Rotary Club meetings.
Rotarians are making a difference at Stephen Center. CLICK HERE to sign up.
Stephen Center partners with the community, families, and individuals to overcome homelessness, addiction, and poverty. Stephen Center has served the homeless and low-income in Omaha since 1984 through its three programs: Emergency Shelter, HERO Program, and Transitional Living Program. The Omaha Downtown Rotary partners with Stephens Center in serving hot meals to its residents.
August 5, 2025 Rotarian Volunteers at Stephen Center L to R: Allen Shepherd, Heidi McGinness, Kris Pojar, Vanessa Clark, Fletcher Reel, Steve McCollister, and Luke Drazic
At our July 16 meeting, Outgoing President Heather Legge proudly recognized an extraordinary group of members, our Perfect Attendance Rotarians!
Achieving perfect Rotary attendance is no small feat. It reflects dedication, service, and an unwavering commitment to our club’s mission. Whether it's showing up at weekly meetings (in person or via Zoom), joining service projects, attending committee meetings, helping with club operations, gathering with fellow Rotarians (3 or more), visiting other clubs, participating in online makeups, or engaging in board activities, these Rotarians show up, step up, and make a difference! Let's give a big round of applause to these role models of Rotary engagement!
See the full list of honorees below.
July is the perfect month to start your own journey to becoming a Perfect Rotarian! Join us, stay involved, and let’s make service and fellowship a way of life.
Where three or more Rotarians gather, it's called a Rotary Social, and you earn attendance credits. Rotarians may come from different clubs. Connect with Rotarians and enjoy the power of Rotary fellowship. Below are our recent Rotary Socials.
Mac, Mules & Music Planning in Full Swing! L to R: Todd Chaney, Angela Chaney of Suburban, Brett Frevert, and Shelly Ruwe prepare for a memorable event.
Rotarians at Omaha Magazine B2B networking L to R: Russell Vaughn, Ryan Lemmon, Shelly Ruwe, Brett Frevert, Nash Mahupete
Rotarians celebrate Apiary 1-year anniversary L to R: Brett Frevert, Larry Guenther, and Shelly Ruwe
Rotarians at SAC Museum. L to R Larry Guenther, John Sullivan & Jill Slupe.
Rotarians at Lindsay panel discussion includes Mayor John Ewing, James Mackiewicz, and Steve McCollister
Rotarians at OMAHA Chamber breakfast L to R: James Mackiewicz, Brett Frevert, and Larry Guenther
Rotarians at Revive. L to R Mayor John Ewing, Aileen Warren, Viv Ewing, and Jim Suttle
Rotarians at Empower Breakfast L to R: Lisa Tonjes Moritz, James M, Stephanie Olson(West), and Dick Lerner (West)
Rotarians at the Mayor John Ewing street dedication. L to R: Camille Metoyer Moten, Lisa Tonjes Moritz, Mayor John Ewing, First Lady Viv Ewing, and Aileen Warren
The Rotary Club of Omaha is now recruiting more members! It's your opportunity to join the Rotary Club of Omaha, click here to complete the membership application form. For questions, please contact Membership Chair Franco Gentile at FGentile@sbgtv.com.
Aileen Warren
Adam Leong
Amy Tritsch
Aileen Warren
Bill Harvey
Gretchen Harvey
Bob Keefer
Brad Burklund
Camille Metoyer Moten
Brett Frevert
Charlie Peters
Colleen Brennan
Deb Skinner
Elkhorn Athletics
Josh Todd
Fletcher Reel
Gene DeBoer
Goodwill Industries
Heather Legge
Heidi McGinness
Huntrex.com
Jim Murphy
Jim Stewart
John Mock
Larry Guenther
Larry Johansen
LeRoy Swedlund
Lisa Tonjes Moritz
Michelle Trawick
Nash Mahupete
Okley Gibbs
Omaha Downtown Rotary Foundation
Omaha School of Massage Therapy
Paul Cohen
PDG Bob Perrin
PDG Roxy Orr
Ralston Schools Foundation
Randy Wieseler
Rick Waxman
Sarah Robak
Scott Buchholz
Steve Carper
Steve McCollister
Susan Koesters
Tobi Mathouser
Todd Chaney
Todd Murphy
Tom Gouttierre
Westside Foundation
Dr. Reynold Henry
