More Than 100 Rotarians and Guests Celebrate a Centennial of Service Above Self

On Wednesday, July 13, 2011 the Centennial Celebration for the Rotary Club of Harrisburg culminated with fun, fellowship, looking back, and looking forward.  More than 120 district members, Rotary International guests, and club members met at the Kunkel Gallery of The Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts.  Assembling celebrants were greeted by a fun jazz trio, fine food prepared by the Hilton staff, and Rotary Club of Harrisburg leadership.  Festive gold and blue balloons, a three-projector presentation of historic photos and snippets of historic events augmented the fellowship and camaraderie.  New club president for 2011-2012, Bob Saline, welcomed everyone and recognized attending dignitaries.  Recognition of the club’s founding as the “23^rd Club in All the World” was made by District Governor Helen Redding.  The club’s immediate Past President Dr. John Judson provided an overview of Rotary International’s and the Harrisburg club’s efforts to eradicate polio.  Also presenting was Una Martone on Rotary International’s expanding commitment to world peace.  Concluding Rotary presentations included inspiring remarks by Kenneth Grabeau, Rotary International Zone Director, 2011-2013, and Harrisburg Mayor Linda Thompson, who thanked club members for their previous and future support of the city and the Harrisburg School District. 

Photo: Rotary Club of Harrisburg Celebrates Centennial on July 13 in the Kunkel Gallery of the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts.  (pictured left to right) Rotary Club of Harrisburg 2011-2012 President Bob Saline; Rotary District Governor Helen Redding 2011-2012; guest Ruth Grabeau; Rotary International Zone Director 2011-2013 Kenneth Grabeau; guest Deborah Saline.