President's Message
Fellow
Rotarians:
I
hope that everyone enjoyed Congressman McCormick last week.
In
keeping with this year’s goal of having a wide range of speakers, including on
international matters, this week we have Do Nguyen talking with us about
Vietnam.
We
are continuing to refine our food service experience. I believe that it is
improving but recognize that there is much to do. To that end, we have
purchased a second food warmer which should expedite our ability to serve warm
entrees and sides quicker as well as ice buckets for each of our tables to
allow for better beverage service.
I
encourage all of you to to try to fill our front tables first out
of respect to our speakers. Additionally, please note that in an effort to serve everyone with warm food, the
servers have been in instructed to only serve tables with at least two people
seated. I also encourage you to dine with fellow Rotarians that you do not
always eat with. We are one big family!
Please
pray for our recovering Rotarians and welcome our Finnish GRSP student this
week. Do Nguyen, Rotarian since 1995 from Maumee Rotary club, District 6600, Ohio,USA.
Past DG, Do Nguyen to share long history and phenomenally impactful involvement in global projects with Rotary. Do Nguyen has brought Rotary service projects to seven countries since 1995, including Guatemala, Mongolia, Honduras, South Korea, Cambodia, Sri Lanka. In his home country, Vietnam, he has formed five Rotary Clubs where there were none before. His service projects, such as building water treatment facilities, shipping medical supplies, providing clean water and sanitation for orphanages and schools, developing grants for basic education and literacy - all positively effecting the lives of thousands across the globe. Do received a Rotary International Service Above Self Award in 2014. Do and his wife Theresa have been married for 52 years, have 2 daughters and 4 grandchildren and now happily reside in nearby Dunwoody, Georgia. [read more] Save the Date
Golf & Tennis Tournament Monday September 11
Add To Calendar Golf Committee will meet every Thursday at 11:30am. We need sponsors and volunteers to make this event our best tournament ever! Make YOUR commitment today!! Here are all the links and forms you need to get the word out! Commitment Form Golf Brochure Tennis Brochure
Link to Tournament page Link to GOLF Registration Link to TENNIS Registration Tournament Chair is Bob Clarkson bobc@c21connectrealty.com Tennis Clinic- Get your game ready for the Hagan Cup Classic
This is a huge treat every year as our tennis players prepare for the Hagan Cup classic! Tennis drills, and fellowship, and Haganade! What's not to love? All skill levels invited. For more info contact Lee Hollingsworth lee@leehollingsworth.com or phone 678-576-4838. Wine & Bourbon Pull Donations Needed
Collections for bottle of bourbon and wine valued at $30+ are much appreciated! Each bottle will have a tag that notes who sponsored the bottle along with some information about all the great things Roswell Rotary does in our community. If you bring something “special” please let us know so we can promote them. Contact Angela Medley angelamedley@atlantafinehomes.com for more info.
After Hours Meets Tonight!
Thank you to everyone who came out to the last Roswell Rotary After Hours meeting last week! The club welcomed Laurie Coello, certified personal trainer and sports nutrition coach. She is the owner and operator of Nutrishop Roswell. She spoke on the science behind nutrition and macros, and shared her passion for helping people meet their health and fitness goals. It was a great evening learning from a local business owner! The next RRAH meeting will be Tuesday, August 15 at 6:30 and the focus will be mental health. Everyone is welcome! Volunteer Opportunity
Interact clubs Starting Soon
Interact Clubs Starting Soon! We still need Rotarian liaisons from our club for some of the schools. Commitment: Liaisons attend Interact Club meetings once or twice per month. Small commitment from us – Huge Impact on the kids Reach out to Bill Hoban billh@c21connectrealty.com 404-867-3312 if interested in learning more about it. Rotary Youth Exchange
Application Period Now Open Thru 10/15
The application period for Rotary Youth Exchange is now open!
The parent/student information sessions are scheduled for: - Sandy Springs/Atlanta Plaza - August 9th
- Sandy Springs - August 29th
- Johns Creek - Sept 20th
Additional info found on http://www.ryese.org Questions? Contact Alesia Booth alesiagbooth@att.net Tuesday, Aug 15, 6:00pm / Mutation Brewing in Sandy Springs
Who's Looking for New Clients? Attend Business Networking for District 6900Learn about the new Pro Classification that will help you and your business get discovered! For you, or someone on your staff, grow your business by doing business with Rotarians in an environment that supports “Service Above Self”
Bonus: This is also an opportunity for someone you are interested
in recruiting to Roswell Rotary. Tuesday, Aug 15 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.
Location: Mutation Brewing Company, 5825 Roswell Rd NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
For more information, contact Ken Carter 404-386-3214 ken.carter@floorcoveringsinternational.com or
Hal Schlenger 770-335-0077 HSchlenger@GreatSouthBenefits.com
Sat. Aug 19th
End Human Trafficking Event Area 13 Half Marathon
Where: 575 Riverside Road Roswell, GA US 30075
When: Sat. August 19 Why: Benefit End Human Trafficking NOW AREA 13.1 and Terrestrial 5K/10K is an Out of this World Running Event. 13.1-10K-5K is a night race in Roswell, GA. One of the most popular courses to run in the State of Georgia. The courses are OUT OF THIS WORLD FLAT & FAST with a total elevation gain of the Half marathon at 224 feet, The 5K course total elevation gain of 50 feet, and only 90 feet of gain in the 10K !! WE are talking PR TIME!! All finishers will receive an awesome alien head medal that will make your head SPIN , coveted Area 13.1 tri blend shirt that will be your new GO TO SHIRT, and for runners 21 and over a free beer donated by Gate City Brewing Company. Come for the run and stay for the FUN !! Live band -DJ - Food trucks- Vendors- Gate City Brewing Company !! BRING THE ENTIRE FAMILY !! Add To Calendar Sat, Aug 19 8:30am
Your Body is Asking for This - Community 'Walk with a Doc'
Is Procrastination
your Friend without Benefits? Guest Speaker is Therapist
and Licensed Professional Counselor Aleksandra Rakita-Jeremic, who will share tips and techniques to stay
motivated long enough to see the results that reinforce your good intentions
and keep you going. Need we say more?
BONUS: Potluck Picnic to follow: Bring a snack or beverage to share and spend
time after the walk getting to know some of your fellow walkers AND doctors. We
are about 'community.'
Location: The "Northern" Beltline adjacent to the Bobby Jones Golf Course
2205 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30305 When: Saturday, August 19 8:30am
Walk options are 2 miles and 3 miles .For more information, contact Hal Schlenger and Betty Price.
Walk options are 2 miles and 3 miles.For more information, contact Hal Schlenger and Betty Price.For more information, contact Hal Schlenger and Betty Price. Pint & a 10% Discount for a Pint of Blood
Summer Blood Drive Aug 23
“At
our last blood drive back in March I gave blood for the first time. It was an
easy, efficient and painless process. More importantly than all of that it was
extremely rewarding. Knowing you are helping others simply makes you feel
good. Altruism and volunteering have been linked to positive health
outcomes, including lower risk for depression and greater longevity.
Blood is the most precious gift that anyone can give to another person.
It is the gift of life. A decision to donate your blood can save up
to three lives."
And
if you need one more thing to motivate you - people who donate blood have an
88% lower risk of suffering a heart attack.
Please join us on August 23rd at
Houck’s Grill. If you cannot donate for any reason, please encourage a friend or
family member to donate.
Schedule an appointment here
For more information, contact Hal Schlenger, Darrell Bartlett or Jonathan Crooks
Volunteer NOW
First Responders Cookout Sept. 16
The fourth annual 9-11 First Responders Cookout will be held Saturday, September 16th, 2023, between 3 pm and 8 pm at Roswell Fire Station #24, 1400 Old Alabama Road, Roswell, 30076. Volunteers are needed starting at 1:00 PM.
During the September 11, 2001, attacks, 2,977 people were killed and more than 6,000 others were injured. Of the 2,977 fatalities, 2,753 were killed in the World Trade Center and surrounding area, 184 at the Pentagon, and 40 in Pennsylvania. These deaths included 265 on the four planes. The attacks remain the deadliest terrorist act in world history. The Roswell Rotary Club 9-11 Committee invites any members interested in assisting in the cookout to contact Dave Young nfultonpt@juno.com , Gene Beckham gene@bfsga.com , or Jack Wyche javic@msn.com. Please help us make this another great event upon which to thank our First Responders for what they do for us, every day!!!
Coming Up at RRC
Save the Date: Making Roswell Rotary's Magic Happen
This is what earns Rotary such a great reputation...Service Above Self. Plan to attend many of these events...and think about bringing a friend or prospective new member. If you believe in Rotary's mission and recognize the value our club brings to our community and our world, then participate -- and share it with others! Events Chair 2023-24 Katie Tucker Business Networking with District 6900 (Rotary Means Business)
Add To Calendar Tuesday, August 15 6:00 - 8:00pm Lee Hollingsworth Tennis Clinic Add To Calendar Wednesday August 16, 2023 6:30-8:00pm Alive in Roswell {{subscribe: 7311}} Thursday August 17, 2023 5pm - 9pm Walk with a Doc (and picnic)
Add To Calendar Saturday, August 19, 8:30am - 11:30am Area 13 Half Marathon-10K-5K-End Human Trafficking NOW Benefit Add To Calendar August 19th 7pm Summer Blood Drive Add To Calendar Wed. August 23 Golf & Tennis Tournament Add To Calendar Monday, September 11 Brookfield Country Club First Responders Cookout Add To Calendar Sat. Sept. 16 3-8pm Volunteers arrive 1pm RRAH Unity Garden Service Project Sept. 23 9am - 12pm
Add To Calendar Farm Day at Gary Garrett's Farm Add To Calendar Saturday, October 14th Details TBA RRC Holiday Party December 9, 6pm - 10pm Details TBA Add To Calendar
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