Last Thursday was the first watch party. Pitch Lenexa gave us great community exposure. There were 2,000+ in attendance with very little to none out of town guests. Great night, Great Game. Talked with 3 interested parties, with a possible guest coming to our Friday meeting. To volunteer for July 11th contact Phil Hammond.
At last week's club meeting, we had a wonderful visitor from Argentina, Jose Fernandez. Jose was in Kansas City for the Argentina/Algeria FIFA World Cup match. Jose was a Rotary Youth Exchange Student during the 1987-88 school year, attending Shawnee Mission West. During that time he stayed in the home of PDG Greg Peterson.
Jose returned to Argentina to finish high school, and then returned to Kansas to attend KU, where he majored in Architecture and spent his summers with the Petersons. He finished first in his class at KU, and won a national competition for architectural students. He stayed another year after graduation to prepare architectural drawings for the restoration of Union Station.
Craig Denny was a member of our club during Jose's stay, and hosted a Swedish Rotary Youth Exchange Student who became friends with Jose.
Jose remarked at our meeting that everyone looked a lot older than he did.
Step up to the plate for an unforgettable evening of fun, fellowship, and purpose!
Rotary Night at the Ballpark
Big Fun. Bigger Impact.
June 19, 2026
KC Monarchs v Milwaukee Milkmen
Legends Field, Kansas City, KS
Join Rotary District 5710 for a family-friendly night at the ballpark. This special event supports Rotary International’s PolioPlus Fund, helping eradicate polio worldwide—one pitch at a time. Are you hosting international guests? Bring them to the ballpark for a great American experience!
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
• Tailgate Party (4:00–6:00 PM): Hot dogs, brats, chips, cookies, and beverages provided (donations accepted, to benefit PolioPlus)
• Wear Rotary or End Polio Now attire for raffle entries
• 6:15 PM: Skydivers land on the field
• 6:30 PM: National Anthem by Rotarian Roger Aeschliman, ceremonial first pitch by winning bidder, and the game begins
⭐ BE THE STAR OF THE GAME
Bid on the Ceremonial First Pitch Experience! Visit: https://onecau.se/_hst6v1 • Bidding closes June 17 at 8:00 PM • At $2,500, winner selects their catcher • Includes on-field recognition and first pitch opportunity • Must check in by 6:00 PM on June 19
For the past two weeks, Sergeant-At-Arms Fred Spears has been distributing beer and soda cans as part of our annual fundraiser.
Each year, the President-Elect selects a charity to receive the funds raised. Past recipients have included Operation BBQ Relief, school supply drives for inner-city students, and Rise Against Hunger.
This year, President-Elect Kevin Day has selected Rosehill Elementary School in Lenexa to receive our donation, which they will use to support their current needs.
What do I do with this beer/soda can? The can is used to collect change, dollar bills or a check.
What is the process? Fill the can - Rinse the can - Dry out the can - Fill with change/bills/check - Write your name on the can - Return to Fred Spears - Receive another can to fill up or just drink.
The Village Church Food Pantry (where my wife volunteers) is in need of empty egg cartons for the foreseeable future. If you have some laying around please bring them to the Friday meetings and I will pick them up.
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