In observance of the Labor Day, the Rotary Club will not be holding its regular morning meeting on Tuesday, September 2.
Labor Day serves as a time to recognize the contributions of workers and the value of service in building stronger communities. It is a reminder of the dignity of work and the importance of balance between service, fellowship, and family.
We encourage members to take this opportunity to enjoy time with loved ones and to reflect on the spirit of service that unites us as Rotarians.
Regular meetings will resume on Tuesday, September 9. We look forward to seeing all members then for fellowship and service.
Big thanks to Doug Nodgaard and Equitable Bank for hosting a fantastic July Rotary After Hours!
We had a wonderful evening of fellowship, celebrated Sarah Wedebrand’s birthday, and shared smiles with our Rotary baby and future Rotarian, Callum Maxwell Honaker. What a night!
Rotary District 5650 Rotarians: Where did summer go? Hard to believe, but September is here. Hope everyone enjoyed Labor Day weekend!!
Rotary District 5650 Rotarians, give yourself a great big round of applause for all the important things you did in August in service to your communities and the world! Simply amazing!!
In August I spoke to ten Rotary Clubs! Geneva, Hebron, York, Norfolk, Plattsmouth, Western Douglas County, Aurora, Shenandoah, Seward, and Omaha Suburban Rotary Clubs!! Thank you for making me feel so welcome and letting me share the Rotary International message for this 2025-26 year, “Unite for Good”!!
That brings me up to 27 Rotary Clubs visits since July 1st, with ten more Rotary Club to go in September. It has been an honor and a privilege to meet with all of you!!
Here are a few highlights from events that I attended:
Norfolk Rotary Club - Summer Concert Series annual fundraiser at the “Music in the Park” with Blue House!! The Norfolk Rotary Club cut a check to TeamMates and raised monies for Rotary’s PolioPlus campaign to eradicate polio. The music had everyone singing the blues! Thank you for letting me say a few words to the audience to get them excited before the concert.
Fremont Rotary Club - Fly-In Breakfast’s annual fundraiser for youth scholarships and activities at the Fremont Municipal Airport. The event featured "The Pancake Man", classic cars, interesting aircraft, a helicopter, face painting, balloons, and flight simulator for the kids.
Rotary Club of Omaha (Downtown) - Mac, Mules & Music at Lucky Bucket Brewing Company, La Vista fundraiser for their annual Rotary Honor Roll and Scholarships. The food, drinks and music were fantastic along with many generous donations!!
Lincoln South Rotary Club - UNL Stadium Tour and Haymarket Social at Salt Mine City Brewing. What a terrific way to spend your Friday afternoon with your Rotary friends from Beatrice Rotary, Columbus Noon Rotary, Lincoln #14 Rotary, Lincoln East Rotary, Omaha Morning Rotary, Omaha Suburban Rotary and Seward Rotary.
Rotary Club of Omaha (Downtown) – Annual Tribute of Flags at Memorial Park – “Each flag honors a life lost on 9/11.
For over two decades, Rotarians have placed nearly 3,000 American flags across the park, each one representing a life lost during the tragic events of September 11, 2001. This powerful visual display serves as both a solemn remembrance and a symbol of unity, resilience, and hope. The Tribute of Flags is more than a Rotary project. It is our gift to the community, a moment to reflect, to honor, and to educate future generations about the importance of service, sacrifice, and solidarity.” Rotary Club of Omaha website.
We’re proud to announce and welcome Aaron Tomita as the new president of our club. With a strong dedication to service and a passion for community, Aaron brings fresh ideas and a steady vision to the role. As we begin this exciting new chapter, let’s take a moment to get to know the person who will be leading us forward.
Aaron Tomita is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), a Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), and a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®) at Avior Wealth Management. He specializes in helping business owners navigate the complexities of selling their business, increasing business value before a sale, and structuring a transition plan for retirement.
Aaron is an active volunteer and sits on several boards. Outside of his professional and volunteer work, he enjoys a wide range of outdoor recreational activities, including hiking, running, biking, swimming, and working out, all of which contribute to his focus on personal development.
As Aaron Tomita steps into his new role, we’re excited for the journey ahead. His leadership marks a promising chapter for our club—one filled with collaboration, growth, and fresh momentum. We invite all members to join us in supporting Aaron as we work together to make this year one of our best yet.
At the June 24, 2025 meeting, District Governor Tom Kerfoot recognized outgoing Omaha Morning Rotary President Greg Key for his outstanding leadership during the 2024–2025 Rotary year. The club extends its heartfelt thanks to Greg for his dedicated service and commitment to Rotary values.
During the same meeting, DG Kerfoot officially welcomed incoming President Aaron Tomita, presenting him with the President’s badge and gavel. As Aaron begins his term leading Omaha Morning Rotary, the club looks forward to another year of impactful service and continued growth under his guidance.
Aaron Tomita
