O n 1 July, Rotary began its new year, ushering in new leaders and a new RI theme. Rotarians have already welcomed RI President John Kenny and shown enthusiastic support for the 2009-10 theme, The Future of Rotary Is in Your Hands. Check out a few tools that can help you start the new Rotary year.

R I welcomes its first president from Scotland, John Kenny. The 2009-10 RI theme, The Future of Rotary Is in Your Hands , emphasizes the individual clubs that make up the heart and soul of the organization.

W orld-renowned humanitarians and entertainers were just some of the highlights during the historic 100th RI Convention in Birmingham, England, which drew to a close on 24 June. More than 15,000 Rotarians celebrated fellowship, commemorated Rotary's history, and focused on the future.