Rochester Rotary

Tuesday Luncheon Meeting
2026-04-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Locust Hill Country Club
Jenny LoMaglio, Executive Producer of the 2026 Lilac Festival, will be speaking to our club on Tuesday, April 28th, at Locust Hill Country Club. Jenny will be presenting on the history of the Lilac Festival and telling us what’s in store for the 128th season!
Jenny LoMaglio began her career before graduating college, in sports television production. Interning at CNN/Turner Sports led to a full-time position as a Technical Producer at ESPN, at the cusp of the new digital age. Transitioning to remote sporting events evolved into producing concerts, festivals and other large-scale productions. She spent time in the corporate world of Dentsu Creative as a Experiential Director- producing events for global and national clients like Diageo, Biofreeze, Walmart, NCAA Women’s Final Four, Capri Sun, and OpenBank.
She currently owns a certified Women-Owned business (Best Resipe Productions) with a small but mighty team that produces the Rochester Lilac Festival- which will celebrate 128 years this May.

Use the form below if you plan to attend this luncheon. We have a non-eater fee of $10. You must pre-register as a non-eater. All walk-ins will be charged the $32 luncheon fee.

Joint Club/Charitable Trusts Board Meeting
2026-04-30 16:30 - 18:00 | Rochester Rotary Office, 180 Linden Oaks #200, Rochester, NY, 14625, United States

Tuesday Luncheon Meeting
2026-05-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Locust Hill Country Club
Rochester Rotarian and Senior Vice President of Advancement, Executive Director of Foundation at Heritage Christian Services, Mark Zawacki, will be presenting “From Hollywood to Horseheads” at Locust Hill Country Club.
This presentation traces a journey from early ambitions in television working on shows like Saved by the Bell and later The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, through broadcasting and ultimately into nonprofit leadership and fundraising. It highlights how each career stage required risk, perseverance, and adaptation, while revealing that the real through line wasn’t fame, but service to others. In the end, it reframes leadership as servant-driven focused on lifting others up, building community, and creating meaningful impact.
Use the form below to register for this luncheon. All walk-ins will be charged the $32 fee.

Marketing Committee
2026-05-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Via Zoom
Help us build our Rotary brand.

Rochester Rotary Member Roundup
2026-05-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Record Archive, 33 1/3 Rockwood St, Rochester, NY, 14610, United States
Come to Record Archive and see how Rochester Rotary Rocks!
Join us on Thursday, May 7th at the Record Archive, 33 1/3 Rockwood St, Rochester, NY 14610, from 5-7 pm for our Rotary Roundup.
Come enjoy a casual night of networking, fun, and music! This event is casual dress, feel free to wear your favorite band t-shirt, and be prepared to share the first concert you attended.
Our club is growing, in large part due to our reputation for combining networking, fun and fellowship while working together to enrich the lives of fellow Rochesterians.

Current Members – Rotary Roundup makes it easy for you to add terrific members to our club – simply invite someone you know who you think would be a great addition to our club. This FREE event includes appetizers and a complimentary first drink for you and your guest. Use the first form below to register you and your guest!

Non-Members – We invite you to personally experience a little of what Rochester Rotary has to offer by joining us for this happy hour! If you are not connected with a current member please use the second form below to register!

Rochester Rotary’s membership consists of business and civic leaders dedicated to serving our community’s children and youth. Check out our Key initiatives to learn more.
Rotary is an international organization comprised of members form all races, ethnic groups and religions who join together in fellowship to tackle both local challenges and some of the world’s biggest problems such as providing clean water, eradicating diseases, increasing literacy, and protecting the environment.

If you are a Rochester Rotarian, please use the form below to register:

If you are not a Rotarian but are interested in attending, please fill out the form below, and we will connect you with a host!

International Service Committee
2026-05-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Rochester Rotary Office, 180 Linden Oaks #200, Rochester, NY, 14625, United States
Join us to help select our next international project.

Spring Rotary Work Day
2026-05-09 08:30 - 12:00 | Sunshine Camp, 809 Five Points Road, Rush, NY, 14543
Help us get the Sunshine Camp ready for Summer 2026! Our Work Day will be held Saturday, May 9th, from 8:30 am to noon, followed by a cookout. This is a great opportunity to come out to the camp if you haven’t already. We are looking for 10-12 volunteers. We encourage you to bring family and friends with you!
Use the form below to register!

DEI Committee
2026-05-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Via Zoom

Gregg Vanourek "Crafting Your Like and Work"
2026-05-12 08:00 - 17:00 | NY
On May 12, Rochester Rotary will host Gregg Vanourek—renowned author, TEDx speaker, and global leadership expert—for an inspiring program:
“Crafting Your Life and Work.”
This event will bring together business leaders and changemakers for a meaningful conversation about purpose, leadership, and impact—while raising funds for Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp, which provides life-changing summer experiences for children with disabilities.
We’re currently inviting business sponsors to be part of this high-visibility, purpose-driven event.

Click here for Sponsorship Opportunities

Crafting Your Life and Work
2026-05-12 10:00 - 13:30 | Locust Hill Country Club
Join us on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at Locust Hill Country Club for an inspiring and purpose-driven event featuring Gregg Vanourek — award-winning author, speaker, educator, and co-author of Triple Crown Leadership and LIFE Entrepreneurs.
This powerful luncheon program will challenge attendees to think more deeply about how they live, work, lead, and make a meaningful difference.
Tickets
Individual Ticket: $65 per person
Reserved Table: $700 for 10 guests
Reserved tables include seating for 10 guests plus access to a private reception with Gregg Vanourek prior to the luncheon.
All attendees will receive complimentary access to Gregg Vanourek’s online “Crafting Your Life and Work” course, extending the value of the event beyond the luncheon itself.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Location: Locust Hill Country Club
Schedule
10:00 AM – Doors Open – VIPs
10:30 AM – Private Reception Opens
11:30–11:45 AM – Seating Begins
12:00 PM – Luncheon & Program Begins
1:30 PM – Program Concludes

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Adopt-a-School Committee
2026-05-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Rochester Rotary Office, 180 Linden Oaks #200, Rochester, NY, 14625, United States

Friendship Committee
2026-05-13 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-10 12:00 - 13:30 | Shadow Lake Country Club, 1850 Five Mile Line Road, Penfield, NY, 14526, United States
Join us for lunch.

No Sunshine Camp Facilities Committee
2026-05-14 08:00 - 09:30 | Via Zoom
The committee will not meet in the month of May.

Membership Engagement Committee
2026-05-14 12:00 - 13:30 | Via Zoom

School No. 8 Scholarship Committee
2026-05-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Via Zoom
Plan our scholars activities.

Rotary on the Road - Monroe County Public Safety Training Center
2026-05-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Monroe County Public Safety Training Center, 1190 Scottsville Road, Rochester, New York, 14624
Join us for another Rotary on the Road segment at the Monroe County Public Safety Training Center located at 1190 Scottsville Rd, Rochester, NY 14624. Mike Karnes, Dean of Public Safety programs at Monroe Community College, will be giving us a tour of the center after we enjoy a boxed lunch.
The Public Safety Training Facility (PSTF) is a regional emergency training complex for police, fire, and emergency medical personnel located in Rochester, NY.

Use the form below to register. Please note that there is no “non-eater” option. Everyone attending this luncheon will be charged the $32 luncheon fee.

Business to Business Committee
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Via Zoom
We plan business tours for our members.

Annual Law Day Luncheon
2026-05-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Hyatt Regency of Rochester, 125 E. Main Street, Rochester, new york, 14604
Join us for our Annual Law Day Luncheon and Presentation of the Annual Henry H. Jenson Memorial Award at the Hyatt Regency or Rochester.
This year marks the twenty-fourth annual presentation of the Chief Henry H. Jensen Memorial Award and recognition of the Rochester Police Department. Upon his passing, Mr. Jensen bequeathed a gift to the Rochester Rotary Charitable Trusts, Inc. in memory of his wife, Dorothy. He designated that an appropriate award be presented to one of the Rochester Police Department’s “unsung heroes”.

Henry H. Jensen Award
Detective Jared Carello
Rochester Police Department

Above and Beyond Service Award
Investigator Adam Stefanovic
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office
Reservations are strongly encouraged. Please note that we will be serving Chicken French for this meal. Let us know of any dietary restrictions you or your guests may have.
NO WALK-INS. Registration is closed. Reach out to Kellianne@rochesterrotary.org to join the waitlist.

Horsepower to Hops - Tour and Happy Hour
2026-05-26 15:30 - 19:00 | NY
Join us on Tuesday, May 26th for a tour of Rochester Rotarian, Jerry Archibald’s impressive car collection, followed by a happy hour at Other Half Brewing in Bloomfield.
Arrival: 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm 2399 Olmstead Road, West Bloomfield, NY 14469
Tour: 3:30 pm – 4:15pm
4:15 – 4:30pm: Transition to Happy Hour
4:30 – 6:30 pm: The Other Half (closes at 7 pm)
Please register for this event so we can provide Jerry with an accurate headcount.

No Membership Recruitment Committee
2026-05-27 12:00 - 13:00 | NY
The committee will not meet in May.

Rochester Rotary Club Board Meeting
2026-05-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Rochester Rotary Office, 180 Linden Oaks #200, Rochester, NY, 14625, United States

Tuesday Luncheon Meeting
2026-06-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Locust Hill Country Club
Join us at Locust Hill Country Club to hear from Lisa Kitko, PhD, RN, FAHA, FAAN. Lisa is Dean of the University of Rochester School of Nursing, Vice President of University of Rochester Medical Center, and Professor of Nursing and Geriatric Medicine.
“Transforming the Future of Nursing”
This presentation will explore the changing landscape of nursing and healthcare, including workforce shortages, new models of care, advances in technology, and the growing role nurses play in improving the health of our communities. Drawing on examples from the University of Rochester School of Nursing and University of Rochester Medicine, the discussion will highlight how Rochester is preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals, strengthening the local workforce, and developing innovative partnerships to meet the evolving needs of patients and families across our region.

Please use the form below to register.

Rotary Boot Camp
2026-06-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Via Zoom
Rotary Boot Camp is a quick “training” on all the “ins” and “outs” of Rochester Rotary. We ask that all new members attend one session.

Fairlife Tour
2026-06-03 17:00 - 18:30 | Fairlife, 1886 Tebor Rd, Webster, NY, 14580, United States
Join us on Wednesday, June 3rd, for a tour of the new Fairlife facilities located at 1886 Tebor Rd, Webster, NY 14580. The tour will begin at 5:00 pm. Please wear safety-toed shoes. This tour is limited to 30 people and open to Rochester Rotarians only. We are not taking guests at this time.
This tour is full. Please reach out to Kellianne@rochesterrotary.org to join the waitlist.

Tuesday Luncheon Meeting
2026-06-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Locust Hill Country Club
Join us at Locust Hill Country Club to hear from Mark Zupan, 14th president of Alfred University.
Mark Zupan is the 14th president of Alfred University. He took office on July 1, 2016. He has authored three books and more than 40 scholarly articles. His opinion pieces have appeared in outlets such as the Newsday, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, BusinessWeek, Financial Times of London, U.S. News & World Report, Arizona Republic, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, Rochester Business Journal, Buffalo News, Huffington Post, and Inside Higher Ed. His latest book, “Inside Job: How Government Insiders Subvert the Public Interest,” was published in 2017.
Zupan came to Alfred University from the Simon Business School at the University of Rochester, where he was the Olin Professor of Economics and Public Policy as well as the director of the Bradley Policy Research Center.

Adopt-a-School Committee
2026-06-09 14:15 - 15:15 | Roberto Clemente School No. 8, 1180 Saint Paul St., Rochester, 14621, United States

Sunshine Camp Facilities Committee
2026-06-11 08:00 - 09:30 | Via Zoom
Join us to work on projects and improvements a the Sunshine Camp.

No Membership Engagement Committee
2026-06-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Via Zoom
The committee will not meet in the month of June.
