Gyro International

Gyro International is a non-profit social, service, and fraternal club for men located in the United States and Canada. Gyro was founded by Paul Schwan, Clarence (Gus) Handerson, and Edmund (Ed) Kagy in April 1912 in Cleveland, Ohio. The primary purpose of the club is the promotion of friendship.

The first formal meeting was held on June 24, 1912, during which a constitution was presented and accepted, even though the club had no official name at the time. On January 7, 1913 the name Gyro (suggested by new member Jimmie Hubbell) was adopted. It was drawn from the word gyroscope, symbolizing the ability to maintain a desired course and attitude regardless of outside influences.

Gyro's stated mission

Mission An international organization that provides a setting for our members and friends to socialize and have fun.

Vision Gyro is the first choice for men seeking to enjoy fun events with their friends, without the requirements common to other organizations.

Values Gyros: Belong to a men's social organization founded in 1912 Value our friends as more than acquaintances Are committed to fun Are men of character with diverse backgrounds Relax and enjoy each other's company at interesting venues and events. Enjoy events for couples too [1] Gyros enjoy the benefits of their membership without any of the following requirements1: Fundraising Community service projects High dues Mandatory attendance at all events Engagement in business networking

Playground movement

In Canada during the first half the twentieth century, Gyro clubs were notable patrons of playgrounds, along with other service clubs like the Kinsmen and the Kiwanis.

Gyro parks are found in the Province of Alberta in the cities of Calgary, Edmonton,[2] and Lethbridge.[3]

In the Province of British Columbia Gyro Parks are in the cities of Trail, Saanich (Cadboro Bay), Penticton[4] and Nanaimo.[5]

The Nanaimo club is still very active with parks and continues to donate money and man power to build and maintain parks.

Local Gyro Club websites

District websites

References

  1. ↑ Gyro International [gyro.ws gyro.ws] Check |url= value (help). Missing or empty |title= (help)
  2. ↑ http://www.fortedmontonpark.ca/1920-street/the-playground-movement-edmontons-gyro-playgrounds/
  3. ↑ http://www.lethbridge.ca/Things-To-Do/Parks/Pages/Gyro-Park.aspx
  4. ↑ http://www.penticton.ca/EN/main/community/parks-trails-beaches/parks/gyro-park.html
  5. ↑ http://nanaimogyro.com/?page_id=121

External links

See also

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