Join the Rotary Club of Dunwoody this Friday at the Dunwoody Country Club at 7:15 am or grab your coffee or tea and join us on Zoom at 7:15 a.m. to hear from a very special guest - RI Director Peter Kyle. Just follow the Zoom link - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86202979419more]

On Tuesday, September 15, 2020, Rotary District 6900 Governor Kirk Driskell was the honored speaker at the Rotary Club of Meriwether County. Governor Driskell’s explained how using your true passion in life can make a difference for your Rotary Club and your community. Governor Driskell shared his personal passion of helping men who struggle … [more]

Late in the 19th century the labor movement’s effort to create safe and standard work environments created what we celebrate today. Labor Day became a federal holiday on June 28, 1894 when President Grover Cleveland signed it into law.

In the late 1800’s when the Industrial Revolution was in full swing many Americans were working 12 hours a day, 7 days a week in an effort to just make enough to get by. People of all ages were in mills, mines and factories in unsafe conditions with limited sanitary facilities, no breaks and poor air condition.

For many Americans, today symbolizes the end of the summer and is celebrated with family, friends, long weekend road trips, events, family reunions and celebrations. In years past, cities and towns across our District hosted parades, barbecues, firework shows and public gatherings in their communities. Labor Day weekend is supposed to be filled with relaxation as our responsibilities are suspended for three days. As this holiday weekend draws to an end, I am sure yours may have been different like many other’s.
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