Rotary Club of Mercer Island

06/05/2026

On June 16, the Rotary Club of Mercer Island is pleased to welcome Congressman Adam Smith for a discussion of current issues facing our region, our nation, and the world.

Following his remarks, Congressman Smith will take questions from the audience in an open Q&A session, providing attendees with an opportunity to hear his perspectives on topics of interest and concern to our community.

We look forward to this informative program and invite guests to join us.

Non-Rotarian guests, please RSVP to [email protected]

06/05/2026

At our June 2 Rotary Club of Mercer Island meeting, we honored two MIHS seniors with the Rotary Students of the Year Scholarships. This was followed by announcements of many upcoming summer programs/events, including our 2nd Annual Golf and Pickleball Tournament Fundraisers. The featured speaker was Scott Yamamura who emphasized the importance of long-term investments and of starting young. Finally, our next meeting will feature an open forum with Congressman Adam Smith on Tuesday June 16. Welcome all!

05/20/2026

Mercer Island Rotary enjoyed a full house today for an engaging program featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist and commentator David Horsey. Members and guests were treated to insightful commentary, sharp humor, and thoughtful perspectives on today’s political and media landscape. A lively Q&A followed the presentation, making for a memorable and well-attended meeting. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make today’s gathering such a success.

05/10/2026

Check out our upcoming 2nd Annual Golf and Pickleball tournaments! Super popular so sign up soon!

Golf Tournament Golf Tournament – July 20, 2026 Join Us For a Day of Golf, Fun & Giving! Hit the green for a great cause at our annual charity golf tournament—open to all skill levels! Mt Si Golf Course, 9010 Boalch Ave SE Snoqualmie, WA 98065 Tee Times start at: 8:30 AM Why Play? Proceeds suppo...

05/09/2026

May 19th Meeting Speaker

David Horsey, Seattle Times Editorial Cartoonist

The Disappearing Art of Political Cartooning

Two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist David Horsey will be sharing insights and images from his long career at the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, The Los Angeles Times and, now, at the Seattle Times. With the business of journalism in sharp decline, Horsey's brand of political commentary is imperiled, but he is exploring new creative outlets, from substack to novel writing. The one thing that is not running out, given current political realities, is material for his cartoons. Horsey will discuss all of that and more.

David Horsey is one of the country's premier political cartoonists. Among his numerous honors are two Pulitzer Prizes and the National Press Foundation's award for cartoonist of the year. He has been cited as one of the 150 most notable graduates of the University of Washington.

Socializing and lunch: 12:00 - 12:30
Meeting: 12:30 - 1:30
Mercer Island Community and Events Center.

Guests are always welcome!
Attendees can bring their own lunch or purchase one for $25.

05/09/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined the Rotary meeting on May 5 featuring speaker Brad Creswell, co-founder of MILEAP, supporting MISD high schoolers who are in need.

04/23/2026

Thanks to Mercer Island Rotarians and guests for attending our general meeting on April 21 featuring speaker Tahmina Watson, immigration attorney, bird photographer, past chair of Washington Bar Association and proud Islander. Thanks to our past president Benson Wong for introducing her to our Rotary.

04/19/2026

Rotary clubs across region (5030) gather in Walla Walla this weekend to learn from one another and discover pathways to collaborate.
Mercer Island Rotarians Kellis Borek, Diane Tien and Eric Laschever - Honorary MI member and founding member of PNW End S*x Trafficking.

04/01/2026

Mercer Island Rotary Scholarship for a high school senior. Application deadline May 1, 2026.

03/28/2026

A gorgeous sunny day to welcome the launch of the Link Light Rail Line 2 connecting Seattle to the Eastside via Mercer Island! Find us at the Rotary Club of Mercer Island table!