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| A native of northwest Oklahoma, Professor Tony Cornforth began his career with the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics (OSSM) in 2002 as the inaugural mathematics professor at the Ardmore Regional Center. From 2004 to 2007, he served on the faculty at the residential campus in Oklahoma City as a member of the Mathematics Department.
In 2007, Professor Cornforth played a pivotal role in launching the Wayne Regional Center, where he served as the inaugural .. READ MORE
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Parking Information Parking is free in the garage beneath Innovation Hall. Enter the garage, located at NE 9th and Stiles, under the large "Convergence" sign and take a ticket at the entrance. Once inside, go right and look for the yellow elevator bay labeled "Innovation Hall" and take the elevator or stairs up to the ground level.
To note: no validation will be required upon exiting, the gates will open automatically. When exiting the garage please exit the same way you came in.
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| Chair of the Day: Anne Holzberlein
Invocator/Pledge Leader: Vered Harris
Introduction of Guests: Jeanean Jones
New Rotarian Welcome Table: Amy Spring
Nametags: Jennifer Hamer
Registration: Liz Eickman, Lisa Synar
Menu: Kam's Kookery Buffet - Salads: Okie Salad with Green Goddess dressing & Asian Slaw Entree: Smoked Chicken & Pulled Pork; Sides: Baked Beans & Potato Salad; Cornbread; Dessert- Mini Apple Pies
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Club 29 Breakfast Quail Creek Country Club | 7:00am | Wingspan Room
2025-2026 Co-Chairs - John D. Williams, Aaron Collins, David Hull
Speaker: June 25, 2026 - Dr. Bill Orr - " The History of Worldwide Pandemics: What Can We Learn?"
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Interview with President Ross Plourde
by Emily Stratton
For a number of years I have been invited to interview our current Rotary president at the end of his or her term for an article in our Rotary newsletter. I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity. You will love reading below about Ross Plourde’s experiences as our president.
What is your first memory of Rotary?
I went to a Rotary Club meeting with Burns Hargis some time in the mid-1980s. I really don’t remember that much about the meeting other than the sense of camaraderie and community that seemed to pervade the meeting. I grew up in a small town and the thing that I missed about it was the sense of belonging, of knowing most of the people I met, and sharing not only a common past but a future.
What brought you into Club 29?
I saw what Club 29 had done for the community in the past and what Rotary International had accomplished in the world, and those things aligned with my priorities. I knew many people who were members of Club 29, liked every one of them, and wanted to be a part of the same organization with them. And that sense of camaraderie and community that I sensed as a visitor about 10 years earlier.
Looking back over your year, do you have a favorite Rotary activity?
I truly enjoy the meetings, the weekly meetings, Rotary After Hours, Breakfast Meetings when I get to attend, and even board and committee meetings. I enjoy interacting with really intelligent, caring and committed people who don’t mind sharing a laugh while getting something accomplished
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Membership Dues Increase- July 1, 2026
For those paying quarterly, dues will increase $5.00 per quarter, or $365. For those paying annually, dues will increase to $1460.
The cost of everything is going up, including the expenses we incur as a club. At the last club board meeting, the board voted to raise dues by $5.00 per quarter. That won't cover all our increasing cost, but it will help. We are looking for alternatives to keep dues down going forward.
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Volunteer Opportunity - July 20-25
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Rotary Magazine - June 2026 - for Rotarian Subscibers
In a favorite yearly ritual, Rotary editors each spring pore over your entries to the magazine's Photo Awards. This year's crop was especially strong, including our joyful cover image of the ecstatic moment when a child splashes in the ocean for the first time. These 13 images, capturing everyday moments, demonstrate that sometimes the ordinary is most extraordinary.
'Tis the season for summer road trips. In another of this month's features, we take you to America's Mother Road, the fabled Route 66, on its 100th birthday to tell the little-known story of the person credited with its creation. Spoiler: He was a Rotarian.
Also, it's been more than a year since wildfires devasted parts of the Los Angeles area. In the Our World section, read about the Rotary members focused on rebuilding a sense of community and optimism — including by coloring the somber landscape with bright orange poppies.
Finally, have you ever wondered why you feel a connection with an engaging storyteller? Neuroscience can explain. Learn how stories bind us together in this month's Handbook.
Prefer to listen? Check out the Rotary Voices podcast for audio versions of the magazine's best storytelling, along with full episodes featuring bonus interviews
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| =>Accounting Email Change - 4Q Statements are Due!
On July 1, 2024 the Rotary Club of Oklahoma City updated our accounting software to QuickBooks Online. With this change, the email address that sends your statements has been updated to: quickbooks@notification.intuit.com
Please add the above email address to your safe senders list and check your spam/junk folders for communications from the Rotary office. Quarterly statements were emailed and we appreciate your assistance to ensure timely payment.
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In the News
If you have good news - honors, awards, new achievements - to share with the club, please let us know!
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| Memorials
The Rotary Club 29 Foundation accepts gifts honoring loved ones.
Contribute here.
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| Auto-Pay offered for Rotary Club Invoices
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| Annual Dues Payment Offered
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Upcoming Events
June 23, 2026 - Rotary meets off-site at Innovation Hall 316 NE 9th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73104
June 30, 2026 - Inaugural of the 2026-2027 Officers & Directors, Lance McDaniel President
July 28, 2026 - Vocational Tour Day
April 17, 2027 - Pickleball Tournament
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| Address ChangesPlease report any changes in business or home here.
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Rotary Club 29 Online Directory - APP available in the App/Play Store
Rotary Club 29 has an online membership directory which contains current content information for all club members. The link to access the Club 29 directory can be found at the top of the home page of okcrotary.com or by clicking here.
OKC Rotary has provided this tool as a convenience to help members stay in touch with one another. The online directory, just like the printed roster, should only be used for Rotary purposes. If you need help in accessing the directory, please email the office.
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FUTURE PROGRAMS
2025-2026 Program Schedule
June 30, 2026 - Rotary Inaugural of the 26-27 Officers & Directors - No Lunch Meeting at St. Luke's - 6:00-9:00pm Phillips Pavilion at the Govenor's Mansion $75.00 per person billed on quarterly statement RSVPS required
July 7, 2026 - Bart Conner - "Olympic Spirit"
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ATTENDANCE & MEMBERSHIP
Attendance
June 16, 2026- In-Person, Online, Makeups: 196
Total Present & Makeup: 35%
Makeups
Membership - June 16, 2026 - 593
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