Events

The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts at OSU is a world-class epicenter for the arts, attracting celebrated national and international programs featuring notable performing arts productions and artists. The center allows the university and the center’s supporters to express — and be recognized for — their passion for the arts on a global stage. Executive director Mark Blakeman will provide an overview of the upcoming 2025-26 season.

Rotarian of the day: Kevin Clark
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Mexico Joe's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/qdly536Ocvk

Steve Fairbanks joins us to talk about Solar Under the Sun, and mission opportunities to expand the availability of solar energy in areas experiencing energy poverty.

Rotarian of the day: Chris Norris
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Freddie Paul's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/-XF00SuE0dw

Ashleigh Robinson, development manager for Bethany Children's Health Center, a private, nonprofit hospital, which is a leader in the field of pediatric rehabilitation and 24-hour complex care, will talk about the hospital and its mission. 

Rotarian of the day: Chris Norris
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Rib Crib
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/NP8uEWxlh-M

Jenna Brinlee, Made in Oklahoma program coordinator, will talk about the MIO program, how it works, and how to find MIO products.

Rotarian of the day: Rachael Condley
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Duncan Catering
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/JQr-CtrjmbI

Stillwater's new police chief, Chris Hassig, will join us to share his background, and talk about his vision for SPD.

Rotarian of the day: Brady Moore
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Mexico Joe's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/lSUT8JcsGVk

Dave Hunziker, the radio voice of the Cowboys, will share some great stories from behind the scenes of OSU Athletics.

Rotarian of the day: Chris Norris
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Freddie Paul's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/nqRNRnkIbOM

Doug Linehan, executive director of the Oklahoma Tax Commission, will talk about the commission's mission to promote tax compliance through serving taxpayers with transparency and fairness in administration of the tax code and unparalleled customer service.

Rotarian of the day: Trish Ranson
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Rib Crib
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/wj_yAtkHlwA

Payne County District Court Judge Katherine Thomas, who has served on the bench since 2011, will join us to talk about pending issues in the Oklahoma judiciary.

Rotarian of the day: Jeremiah Gregory
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Duncan Catering
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/5F9-INWcc8o

Rev. Dr. Lori Walke, senior minister of Mayflower Congregational United Church of Christ, will join us to talk on the topic "Good Posture: What We Learned from Ancient Orans." She was named one of Oklahoma City's most influential faith leaders by The Oklahoman in September 2024.

Rotarian of the day: Chris Norris
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Mexico Joe's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/gGHq5xw1Anw

We will be joined by Terry Tush, executive director of Boone Pickens Legacy Experience, which is located in the west endzone of Boone Pickens Stadium.

Rotarian of the day: Chris Norris
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Freddie Paul's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/yq_w30-D4kg

Rachael Condley and Connie Stauter will provide a report from their experiences representing our club at theJune 2025 Rotary International Convention in Calgary, AB. 

Rotarians of the day: Rachael Condley & Connie Stauter
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Rib Crib
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/OE8Ta7mOPFw

Jenni Carlson, sports enterprise reporter for The Oklahoman, will provide a regional sports update.

Rotarian of the day: Chris Norris
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Duncan Catering
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/tQgatBY0cho

Dr. Kathryn Weinland, will join us to talk about the OSU Prison Outreach Program.

Rotarian of the day: Cara Eubanks
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Mexico Joe's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/Haxmfxd-e98

Cristy Morrison, president of Visit Stillwater, will talk about Visit Stillwater's role in selling Stillwater and attracting events to our community.

Rotarian of the day: Chris Norris
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Freddie Paul's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/A9fOoPXYUB4

Edmond Bonjour, is director of the Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Program for the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service. The program assists potential leaders to develop a deeper understanding of themselves and others. This includes personal and group study and interaction, improving skills in communications, and developing a commitment to future leadership roles in Oklahoma agriculture. Mr. Bonjour will talk about the group's trip to Africa.

Rotarian of the day: Tim Hardin
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Rib Crib
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/J8m7sB6vtV4

Berry Tramel of the Tulsa World will provide a regional sports update.

Rotarian of the day: Chris Norris
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Duncan Catering
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/zkrLlf2-TiA

Tyler Bridges, new superintendent of Stillwater Public Schools, will join us to introduce himself to the club.

Rotarian of the day: Kevin Clark
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Mexico Joe's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/61YYnuEMv2k

Today we are joined by Chris Peters, publisher of The Stillwegian, an independent local news service in Stillwater covering government meetings and related news in Payne County.

Rotarian of the day: Chris Norris
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Freddie Paul's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/_r_4LCAH2Ws

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Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Rib Crib
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/ZDxu0Iq8DGE

Doug Emde will join us to talk about the history of Santa Claus, as well as how and why he became a Santa Claus portrayal artist.

Rotarian of the day: Kevin Clark
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Duncan Catering
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/H9k9I9evaDA

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Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Mexico Joe's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/1QXt1mx9UZQ

Dr. Robert Breedlove, local dermatologist and Stillwater News Press columnist, will share some of his experiences officiating football games.

Rotarian of the day: Chris Norris
Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Freddie Paul's
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/eqKfwAs41u0

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Sergeant-at-arms: BJ Haines
Caterer: Rib Crib
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/g14DIdv6UTI