Rotary Club of Melbourne Beach

09/08/2026

This Week’s Guest Speaker: Tiffany Ervin — The “Rotary Geek”!

We were delighted to welcome Tiffany Ervin as our guest speaker this week. Tiffany is an award-winning keynote speaker, television personality and radio/TV host, but she is perhaps best known around Rotary as the “Rotary Geek”.

Tiffany shared her passion for the CART Fund — Coins for Alzheimer’s Research Trust, a Rotary-driven nonprofit dedicated to funding cutting-edge research in the search for a cure for Alzheimer’s disease.

CART began as a grassroots effort within Rotary and provides seed funding for innovative Alzheimer’s research. While Rotary clubs across the United States are its primary supporters, CART welcomes support from anyone through donations, major gifts, bequests, and volunteer efforts.

Thank you, Tiffany, for joining us and helping us learn more about CART and Rotary’s role in the fight against Alzheimer’s!

09/01/2026

Today, our club had the opportunity to hear from Camille Pronovost, Community Advocate for the Modern Widows Club of Melbourne.

Camille shared a little about her own journey in discovering the Modern Widows Club and how she became involved in supporting women in our community who are navigating life after the loss of a spouse.

The Modern Widows Club is a women-only community focused on helping widows move beyond grief and find connection, resources, wellness support, and opportunities for growth and renewed purpose.

We appreciate Camille taking the time to share her story with us and to raise awareness about a resource that can make a meaningful difference for women in our community.

To learn more about the Modern Widows Club, visit modernwidowsclub.org or connect with the Modern Widows Club Melbourne Florida Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1453584385984854/

08/11/2026

Today at Rotary, Steve and Corrine, our resident cybersecurity experts, gave us a fascinating and eye-opening look at how rapidly advancing generative AI and quantum computing are changing the cybersecurity landscape and creating new vulnerabilities.

Their message was clear: we all need to do more to protect ourselves. Strong, unique passwords, extra security measures, and being more aware of what we’re clicking on can go a long way toward protecting our phones, computers, and personal information.

Even more exciting, Steve and Corrine will soon be presenting a public workshop for the Town of Melbourne Beach to help our community better understand these emerging threats and what we can do to protect ourselves.

Technology is moving fast. It’s definitely worth taking a little time to make sure we’re keeping up

08/04/2026

At today's Rotary meeting, we were delighted to welcome several visiting Rotarians from across the country. Our featured speaker was fellow Rotarian April Norris, a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones.

April shared valuable insights on the importance of creating a personalized financial plan for retirement, preparing for long-term healthcare needs, and developing a thoughtful strategy for wealth management and wealth transfer. Life can change in an instant, and having a plan in place is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself and your loved ones.

Thank you, April, for an informative and thought-provoking presentation!

07/07/2026

Today we had the pleasure of welcoming Captain Donn Weaver, U.S. Army (Ret.), as our guest speaker.

Captain Weaver shared stories from his military career and decades of service to our country, offering a glimpse into the responsibilities and experiences that shaped his life. He also spoke briefly about the loss of his son, 1st Lt. Todd Weaver, who was killed while serving in Afghanistan. Despite that heartbreaking loss, Captain Weaver has devoted himself to supporting veterans and their families throughout our community.

Thank you, Captain Weaver, for your service, your sacrifice, and for sharing your story with our Rotary Club

07/01/2026

Tonight, the Melbourne Beach Rotary gathered with many of the incredible charities we are honored to support. We enjoyed an evening of appetizers, cocktails, and great fellowship at Hell 'n Blazes Brewing Company before presenting donation checks totaling nearly $50,000 to our local nonprofit partners.

The evening also marked a special leadership transition as our outgoing president, David DiLoreto, officially welcomed our new president, Steve Rodrigo. David also recognized several Rotarians who have gone above and beyond with their dedication, service, and countless volunteer hours throughout the year.

Congratulations to everyone who helped make this past Rotary year such a success. Here's to another year of service above self and making a positive impact in our community!

06/19/2026

A big thank you to Carlton and Kelly for hosting tonight's wonderful PineappleMan Volunteer Appreciation Party!

While the athletes are the heart of the PineappleMan Triathlon, the event simply wouldn't happen without the incredible support of our sponsors and dedicated volunteers. Their time, energy, and commitment make this community tradition possible year after year.

Most importantly, every dollar raised through PineappleMan helps support more than a dozen local charities, making a meaningful impact throughout our community. Thank you to everyone who plays a part in making this event such a success!

06/11/2026

🍍🏊‍♀️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️ The PineappleMan race photos are here! 📸

If you participated in the Indian River Networks 40th PineappleMan Triathlon, now's your chance to relive the excitement, celebrate your accomplishment, and find those finish-line moments you'll want to remember for years to come.

Whether you crossed the finish line with a personal best, completed your very first triathlon, or simply enjoyed an incredible morning with this amazing community, you earned those photos!

Check them out here:
📷 https://keithsnodgrass.smugmug.com/Races/Indian-River-Networks-40th-PineappleMan-Triathlon-6720265

Tag your friends, share your favorite shots, and let everyone know how your race day went. Congratulations to all of the athletes who made the 40th PineappleMan Triathlon such a memorable event! 🍍💪

06/07/2026

Rotarians back in action cooking up eggs, 300 pounds of potatoes, sausage, biscuits & gravy plus tons of fruit for the 40th Indian River Networks Pineapple Man Triathlon athletes and volunteers!
So yummy!
Started cooking at 4:30am!
Still a lot of love in that food!
💛🍍💛 Rotary International

06/07/2026

PineappleMan 2026 Was a Success—Join Us for Year 41!

The 40th Annual Indian River Networks PineappleMan Triathlon/Duathlon is officially in the books, and what an incredible day it was! A huge thank you to our athletes, volunteers, sponsors, spectators, and community partners for helping make this milestone event a success.

Now it's time to look ahead.

Registration is now open for the 41st Annual Indian River Networks PineappleMan Triathlon/Duathlon, taking place on Sunday, June 6, 2027, in beautiful Melbourne Beach, Florida.

Register now for just $89 and lock in the lowest available entry fee.

Price increases after June 8, 2026, at 11:59 PM EDT.

Whether you're returning to improve your time or planning your first triathlon or duathlon, PineappleMan offers a memorable race experience along Florida's beautiful Space Coast.

41st Annual Indian River Networks PineappleMan Triathlon/Duathlon
Sunday, June 6, 2027
Melbourne Beach, Florida

Don't miss out—register today and start your journey to PineappleMan 2027!

Race Information: https://drcsports.com/race/pineappleman-triathlon

Register Online: https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/MelbourneBeach/PineappleManTri

The Indian River Networks 40th Annual PineappleMan Triathlon/Duathlon is on Sunday June 7, 2026. It includes the following events: Elite, Age Group, Adaptive, Athena, Clydesdale, Military/Law Enforcement/PSO, Fat Tire, Novice, Relay Teams, Aquabike, Duathlon, and Duathlon Relay Team.