Four Way Test
Of the things we think, say or do:
Is it the Truth?
Is it Fair to all concerned?
Will it build Goodwill and Better Friendships?
Will it be Beneficial to all concerned?
2018-2019 Theme
RI President-elect Barry Rassin’s theme for 2018-19, Be the Inspiration, asks Rotarians to inspire change in the world and in each other. “I ask all of you to Be the Inspiration to help Rotary move from reaction to action — to take a hard look at the environmental issues that affect health and welfare around the world and do what we can to help.”
We are a member-based organization, a club-based organization, and a service-based organization; we are local, regional, and international; we are community members, business people and professionals, working and retired, active in nearly every country in the world. Every one of our 1.2 million members has a unique set of goals, experiences, and priorities; every one of us has a unique understanding of Rotary.
2018 Tyler Christmas Parade
The local Rotary International clubs are hosting the 2018 Tyler Christmas Parade.
The parade will be held in downtown Tyler and begin at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 29.
The Christmas Parade will officially welcome the holiday season, and most importantly the arrival of Santa Claus!
The Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Square will serve as the finale.
The parade is sponsored by the three Tyler Rotary International clubs:
Rotary Club of Tyler, South Tyler Rotary, and Sunrise Rotary.
The Christmas Parade will be fun for the whole family and everyone is encouraged to attend this festive event!
This year’s parade theme is “Be the Inspiration” and winners will be selected in six categories: Best Holiday Theme, Best Band, Brightest Entry, Spirit Award, Most Creative, and Best Decorated Vehicle.
This year parade organizers are asking each entry to pay a small entry fee to offset expenses.
Registration fee from August 31 to October 31:
• $25 for all Commercial Entries. Commercial Entries include area businesses and all for-profit entities.
• $15 for all Non-Commercial Entries. Non-Commercial Entries include marching bands, groups from schools, churches, scouts, civic/service clubs, and all other not-for-profit entities.
• No Entry Fee for First Responders (Law Enforcement, Fire, Ambulance, Military, and other similar agencies), and government officials (elected and appointed).
Late Registration fee from November 1 to November 17:
• $50 for all Commercial Entries. Commercial Entries include area businesses and all for-profit entities.
• $30 for all Non-Commercial Entries. Non-Commercial Entries include marching bands(including school entries from the same school as their band), groups from schools, churches, scouts, civic/service clubs, and all other not-for-profit entities.
To register a parade entry or read the parade rules and regulations, visit here.
A new procedure will take place for this year’s parade. Approved registered entries will receive detailed instructions via email. Please read all instructions very carefully. No entries will be allowed to participate if they are not registered and approved prior to the parade date. Registration will close Friday, November 23, or once 100 entries are received.
The parade route travels south on Broadway before turning right onto Ferguson Street, left on Bois d’Arc Avenue, left on Erwin Street and left on Spring Avenue, (new this year) left on Line Street and right on Broadway, back to the starting point.
The Christmas Parade will be fun for the whole family and everyone is encouraged to attend this festive event!
The parade is sponsored by the three Tyler Rotary International clubs: South Tyler Rotary, Sunrise Rotary, and The Rotary Club of Tyler.
If you have additional questions about parade registration, contact Rotary Parade Registration Coordinator, Teri Killingsworth, at teri@tylermortgagelending.com or 903-714-7086 or tylerrotaryaa@outlook.com, or visit the registration site.
The Rotary Club of Tyler
Meeting at Hollytree Country Club
6700 Hollytree Drive
Thursdays, 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Meeting Fees: $19 per meeting
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 131444
Tyler, TX 75713
Administrative Assistant/Executive Secretary
Holly Lewis
tylerrotaryaa@outlook.com
Voice: 903.714.4472 Fax: 903.581.6649
The Rotary Club of Tyler Welcomes You!
The Rotary Club of Tyler has a rich history. It was chartered on May 1, 1920. Many of the most influential persons in East Texas history were members or officers of the Tyler Rotary Club.
Our club is composed of entrepreneurs, business leaders, civic leaders and professionals from the fields of medicine, accounting and the law, among others. We support a number of community and civic projects, as well as projects that bring needed medical attention to some of the most impoverished parts of the world.
If you are in business in Tyler, our club offers you an opportunity to network with like-minded individuals – persons who desire to operate their business affairs on the highest plane of ethics and integrity.
What would it take to change the world? Rotary’s 1.2 million members believe it starts with a commitment to “Service Above Self”.
You are welcome to join us for lunch, a good program and warm fellowship to experience how our club is contributing to changing the world and those lives in our community, as well.
Thank you for your interest in the Rotary Club of Tyler.
George Roberts, Jr.
President, 2018-2019