Meeting most first and third Thursdays of the month from 8:00 - 9:00 am
at Perkins Restaurant (7 Erford Road; Lemoyne, PA)
January 15, 2026 Meeting Agenda
Welcome
Pledge of Allegiance / Invocation
Introduction of Visiting Rotarians & Guests
Blue Box - Happy/Sad/Brag Dollars
Program - Jack Dyson
Closing - Four Way Test
Jack Dyson is the Mission Developer for Youth in Transformation in Cape Town, South Africa. The NGO works with students from kindergarten through their senior year of high school. In a country where only 40% of students graduate from high school, Youth in Transformation has a 95% graduation rate. He started with YIT since September 2022.
Gladys is his wife of 45 years. They have two children. Beth is married to Ben, and they have a son and a daughter. Steve is married to Anjali, and they have a daughter.
Jack leads the Mission Development for Youth in Transformation in Cape Town, South Africa. He leads three teams per year to work with the kids there. He gets a lot of hugs from the kids and enjoys watching the Americans on the trip be filled with awe and gratitude.
Jack grew up in Dundalk (please don’t hold that against me) before moving to Westminster.
He has a BA in Psychology from McDaniel College.
Jack worked with Young Life in Frederick and York, PA for 12 years. Then he worked as the Director of Small Groups and Outreach for seventeen years. He was a Physician – Patient Liaison with AeroCare for a number of years.
For fun, he runs Diamond Memories Tours, putting together baseball tours around MLB. He has taken 13 people to all 30 stadiums and he has been to all the stadiums at least twice. Yes, he is an Orioles, Ravens, and Baltimore Colts fan.
Rotary Means Business
Wouldn't You Rather Do Business with a Rotarian?
The Rotary Club of Mechanicsburg North in partnership with the Rotary Clubs of D7390 Passport, West Shore and Yellow Breeches will host the 79th RMB networking event in Rotary District 7390 history and the first event of the 2026 RMB season on Thursday, February 12 at the Rolls Royce Museum, 189 Hempt Road, Mechanicsburg, PA from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. The Rolls Royce Museum also will be the Venue Sponsor of the networking event and will provide tours of the venue for interested attendees. Other sponsors include Dickinson College, Fairway Home Mortgage and the Rotary Club of Hershey Rotary Club. The event will be FREE and include light hors d'oeuvres, wine, beer, soft drinks, and water.
This will be another in a longstanding series of great business networking opportunities for both profit and non-profit organizations. Do not miss it. Also, please consider bringing potential Rotarian guests, Rotaractors, and Family of Rotary.
Flags for Heroes 2026 Planning
Plans are already underway for the 2026 Flags for Heroes event, and we need your help to make next year's event a success. Please reach out to Joan Erney at erneyjoan@gmail.com if you'd like to assist with planning this important event!
March 2026 District Learning Assembly
The District Learning Assembly is a great opportunity for all Rotarians to enhance their understanding of key areas that contribute to the success of a club. This event will equip you with valuable insights and practical knowledge on crucial topics such as: Using AI, Mentoring, Legal Issues for Clubs, Membership Success, RI Apps, The Rotary Foundation, and MORE!
By attending, you'll walk away with a comprehensive understanding of these areas and be better prepared to help your club achieve its goals and create a positive impact. Whether you're a seasoned Rotarian or new to the role, this assembly will be an inspiring and enriching experience for everyone involved.
Join us for an inspiring session covering Rotary’s story, values, and impact — including the Avenues of Service, Areas of Focus, and the Four-Way Test.
Discover what it means to belong and explore ways to get involved. This special program is open to all Rotary and Rotaract members — whether you're new or just want a refresher.
Choose your session:
🗓️ Wednesday, January 21st — 7:30 PM EST
🗓️ Thursday, April 23rd — 7:30 PM EST
🔗 Click here to join! Come connect, learn, and be inspired!
Registration Is Now Open for the 2026 Conference in Gettysburg!
Rotary Districts from Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey are joining forces to bring you the ultimate Rotary Experience - A celebration of leadership, fellowship, and service that goes beyond the ordinary.
This is your opportunity to:
Connect with Rotarians from across seven Districts
Learn from dynamic leaders and innovative projects
Engage in inspiring discussions that shape our Rotary future
