Rotary Club of Los Angeles

Rotary Club of Los Angeles The historic LA5 Rotary Club was the first Service Club in Los Angeles and is the 5th Oldest Rotary Club in the World.

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08/26/2026

Last Friday at Rotary LA5, we welcomed Denise Gutches, CEO of FilmLA, and Amy Kradolfer, Director of Integrated Communications, for a conversation on the future of film production in Los Angeles.

They shared insights on the challenges facing LA’s film industry, the importance of keeping production and jobs local, and FilmLA’s efforts to make the region more competitive and film-friendly.

Thank you, Denise and Amy, for joining us and sharing your perspectives! 💙💛

FilmProduction

Remembering Dolly Parton — a legendary artist whose impact reached far beyond music. ❤️In 2009, Dolly partnered with Rot...
08/26/2026

Remembering Dolly Parton — a legendary artist whose impact reached far beyond music. ❤️

In 2009, Dolly partnered with Rotary International to help expand her Imagination Library, a program dedicated to putting free books into the hands of young children and inspiring a lifelong love of reading.

Her generosity, optimism, and commitment to giving back reflected so much of what Rotary stands for: Service Above Self.

We’re grateful to remember her connection to the Rotary family and the countless lives she touched through music, literacy, and service.

This Friday at Rotary LA5!Join us as we welcome Adam Burke, President & CEO of Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, f...
08/25/2026

This Friday at Rotary LA5!

Join us as we welcome Adam Burke, President & CEO of Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, for a conversation about Los Angeles as a global destination and the future of tourism in our city.

📍 City Club Los Angeles
📅 Friday, August 28 | 11:30 AM

See you Friday!

Every member has a story. Don Brown’s just happens to involve a kilt, 17th-century history… and Napoleon. 🏴🇫🇷Welcome to ...
08/24/2026

Every member has a story. Don Brown’s just happens to involve a kilt, 17th-century history… and Napoleon. 🏴🇫🇷

Welcome to Get to Know Our Members, a new LA5 series introducing the people, personalities, passions, and unexpected stories behind our Rotary community.

First up: Don Brown — bringing a little Scottish history (and a lot of personality) to Los Angeles.

Because Rotary isn’t only about what happens at our meetings. It’s about the fascinating people you meet along the way.

Meet Don. Meet LA5. More stories coming soon.🙌

This Friday at Rotary LA5 🎬Join us as we welcome Denise Gutches, CEO of FilmLA, and Amy Kradolfer, Director of Communica...
08/21/2026

This Friday at Rotary LA5 🎬

Join us as we welcome Denise Gutches, CEO of FilmLA, and Amy Kradolfer, Director of Communications, for a timely conversation about the future of film and television production in Los Angeles.

📍 City Club Los Angeles
🗓 Friday, August 21 | 12:00–1:30 PM

See you Friday!

🌎✈️ Where will Rotary take you?Applications are now open for the 2027–2028 Rotary Youth Exchange!Our own LA5 exchange st...
08/20/2026

🌎✈️ Where will Rotary take you?

Applications are now open for the 2027–2028 Rotary Youth Exchange!

Our own LA5 exchange student Thijs from the Netherlands is already making connections across the Rotary family — pictured here at Saturday’s District Breakfast with Phil from The Amazing Race, District Governor Brady, and Silvie, a fellow exchange student from Italy. 🇳🇱🇮🇹

Rotary Youth Exchange gives students the opportunity to live abroad, experience a new culture, attend school, and build friendships around the world.

Know a student ready for an adventure of a lifetime? Applications are now open!

🔗 Learn more & apply through the link in our bio.

08/19/2026

Last Friday at Rotary LA5, we were honored to welcome Liz Flynt of Flynt Management Group for a fascinating conversation with Chris Gialanella.

Liz shared stories from her life with Larry Flynt, reflections on his extraordinary and often controversial legacy, and her own perspective on business, resilience, and carrying that legacy forward.

Thank you, Liz and Chris, for an unforgettable conversation—and thank you to everyone who joined us for another great Friday luncheon! 💙💛

A meaningful evening aboard the USS Midway for Shelter to Soldier’s Be the Light Gala. 🇺🇸🐾Shelter to Soldier is a cause ...
08/16/2026

A meaningful evening aboard the USS Midway for Shelter to Soldier’s Be the Light Gala. 🇺🇸🐾

Shelter to Soldier is a cause LA5 is proud to support during President Charles Hamilton’s year, helping bring veterans and highly trained service dogs together.

LA5 was proud to be represented by President Charles Hamilton, Paul Ekstrand, Don Brown, and Kathleen Kavanagh, joining an inspiring community in support of Shelter to Soldier’s mission of bringing veterans and service dogs together.

A beautiful night of fellowship, purpose, and service. 💙

This Friday at Rotary LA5: Liz Flynt.Join us for a special conversation with Liz Flynt of Flynt Management Group, interv...
08/13/2026

This Friday at Rotary LA5: Liz Flynt.

Join us for a special conversation with Liz Flynt of Flynt Management Group, interviewed by Chris Gialanella of LA Magazine.

As the widow of Hustler founder Larry Flynt, Liz brings a unique perspective on business, legacy, free speech, and the evolution of an iconic and often controversial media empire.

📍 City Club Los Angeles
🗓 Friday, August 14
🕛 12:00–1:30 PM

Join us for a conversation you won’t want to miss.

08/12/2026

Last Friday at Rotary LA5, we welcomed Kathleen Terry, Membership SAG for District 5280, for an engaging conversation about the future of Rotary membership. 💙💛

Together, we brainstormed new ways to welcome, engage, and grow our membership—sharing ideas on how LA5 can reach new people, build stronger connections, and continue growing our impact across Los Angeles.

Thank you, Kathleen, for leading such an energetic and productive discussion—and thank you to everyone who brought their ideas to the table!

Great clubs grow through great people. Know someone who should be part of LA5? Bring them to a Friday luncheon!

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