Meeting Date 09-08-2025
Operation Honor Honor Flights fly veterans to Washington, D.C. to view memorials dedicated to remembering their service. Since 2005, Honor Flight Dayton has flown about 7,000 World War II, Korea War, and Vietnam War veterans from all services on about two commercial charter flights a year to visit the nation’s capital and other memorial sites. […]
Women Who Mean Business
Rotarians Recognized as Women Who Mean Business The Rotary Club of Dayton is proud to recognize three distinguished members recently honored as Women Who Mean Business by the Dayton Business Journal. Congratulations to Lisa Wagner (Levitt Pavilion Dayton), Jacquelyn Powell (recently retired from the Dayton/Montgomery County Convention & Visitors Bureau), and Jena Pado (Dayton Children’s). […]
Rotary Reads
Help promote youth literacy – sign up for Rotary Reads! We are partnering with Dayton Leadership Academy to promote literacy and service by reading to their youth. By investing just an hour of your time, you are letting these kids know you care about them and our community. Contact Rachel Jessup with any questions. SIGN […]
Book Club October Meeting
Book Club October Meeting The next Book Club meeting is Tuesday, October 14 from 6:00-8:00pm at the home of Susan & Patrick Hayes. Contact Susan to RSVP and receive address details. All Rotarians are welcome to participate.
Meeting Date 08-25-2025
“LION: Proud of Where We’ve Been – And Where We Are Going“ Since 2002, Andrew Schwartz has been Corporate Counsel at LION, a fourth-generation family-owned corporation located in Dayton. LION keeps police and firefighters around the world ready for action with innovative firefighter protective equipment, uniforms, training simulators, and related services. SMILE NEWSLETTER Meeting Video
Meeting Date 08-18-2025
“From Preservation to Activation: The Dayton Arcade’s Comeback Story“ After nearly 30 years of darkness, the Arcade has been transformed into a vibrant, modern space while keeping its historic soul intact. Inside the nine-building complex, you’ll find the University of Dayton’s innovation hub, dining and shopping, event spaces, affordable artist housing, and a new hotel. […]
Meeting Date 08-11-2025
Unite For Good: Purpose, Collaboration, and Peace Through Service District Governor Heidi Schiller shares a message grounded in purpose, driven by collaboration, and focused on Rotary’s global impact of Peace. She highlights how Rotary develops leaders, strengthens professional networks, and fosters lasting peace by uniting people across ideologies and cultures. This is a valuable opportunity […]
Meeting Date 08-04-2025
The Experience Economy Join Rotarians Lisa Wagner and Kristina Scott for a special presentation that highlights how free, public concerts build a stronger, more vibrant community. Together, they’ll explore how live music and shared experiences are transforming downtown Dayton—attracting diverse audiences, supporting local businesses, and creating a deeper sense of community. As we look ahead […]
Meeting Date 07-28-2025
“Aileron: Supporting & Empowering Business Owners“ As a Business Coach at Aileron, Luke Sargent helps business owners realize their potential, navigate the challenges of running a business, and eliminate the loneliness that can come with a presidential role. Luke is passionate about supporting and empowering business owners. Guided by an internal compass and his values […]
Meeting Date 07-21-2025
“The DoD’s Employer Support Committee – Vital Services for our Guard and ReserveMembers“ John McCance is the state chairman for the Department of Defense’s Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve committee. ESGR is a DoD activity that was established byCongress 53 years ago to strengthen the relationships between civilian employers and their employees that […]