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April 18, 2023


Meetings

April is Maternal and Child Health Month

4/20 Laws of Life
4/27 Roswell Lifestyle Magazine - Lisa Thibault
5/11 GRSP & Rotary Youth Exchange End of Year Report
5/18 John King, Georgia Insurance and Fire Safety Commissioner

Events

4/18 Rotary Means Business
4/18 RR After Hours Club
4/20 Alive In Roswell
4/25 Atlanta Braves - Living Donor Awareness Game

LEADERSHIP

President John Carruth
President-Elect Alex Kaufman
Immediate PP Terry Taylor
Treasurer Trummie Patrick, III
Secretary Nancy Alterman
Membership Katie Anderson
Foundation Leslie Bassett
Public Image Michael Gould

PAST DISTRICT GOVERNORS

Cheryl Greenway 2012-13
Bob Hagan 2015-16

ROTARY CLUB OF
Roswell

Thursdays, 12:15 pm
Roswell Area Park
Bill Johnson Community Activity Building
10495 Woodstock Road
Roswell, GA 30075

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Our Rotary Family
BIRTHDAYS

4/1 John Greaves
4/3 Paul Lang
4/4 Davonte Hill
4/5 Jim Broadway
4/6 Mike Hampton
4/6 Dave Schmit
4/6 John Connell
4/8 Richard Stilley
4/10 Todd Byars
4/12 James Stone
4/13 Gregory Roth
4/16 Bill Shore
4/16 Bob Clarkson
4/17 Michael Thompson
4/20 Ken Davis
4/20 Jonathan Crooks
4/22 Tom Campbell, Jr.
4/23 Will Colley
4/24 Herb West
4/25 Zachary Fields
4/25 Michael Curling
4/29 Marcus Smith

YEARS OF SERVICE

4/1 Dave Schmit (19)
4/4 Eddie Smith (27)
4/5 Joseph Gillespie (1)
4/7 Cheryl Greenway (29)
4/7 Don Howard (40)
4/9 Bill Wolff (2)
4/11 Sandy Buhler (10)
4/12 Maxwell Walker (0)
4/12 June Brown (11)
4/12 Kyle Woods (4)
4/12 Jon-Paul Croom (4)
6 years in Rotary
4/19 Bill Shore (5)
70 years in Rotary
4/19 Hal Schlenger (5)
9 years in Rotary
4/19 Jeffrey Meyers (5)
4/19 Kay Howell (5)
4/29 Jeremey Ashman (3)
4/29 Matthew Ashman (3)
4/29 Leslie Bassett (3)
4/29 James Stone (3)

FAMILY OF ROTARY

Our membership cares deeply about the needs and concerns of our members. We don’t want to miss an opportunity to reach out in friendship when such concerns arise. The chairperson of this committee is Lynn Dunn and all news should be directed to her at lynn.dunn@rmcpa.com

RRC Scholarship Awards Program
President John's Message

Every year Roswell Rotary gives four scholarships of $1,500 each to graduating high school seniors. These include:

  • Tom Zachary Scholarship - two scholarships given to Roswell High School students, these awards are named for a long time Roswell Rotarian and principal of Roswell High School
  • Power of One Scholarship - open to seniors in North Fulton High Schools. This scholarship is named in honor of Past President Dave McCleary, who with the Power of One has championed End Human Trafficking Now for over 10 years
  • Stan Moses Scholarship - given to a Roswell High School student, this award honors a long time Roswell Rotarian and educator. 

This week we invite all our recipients to join us so that we may present them with their scholarships.  One student, Olivia Rodman, can’t be here this week, but was with us last week and delighted us with a powerful rendition of our National Anthem.   

Many thanks to our Scholarship committee, chaired this year by Angela Medley, for their review and scoring of all the scholarship applications.


Program This Week
Georgia Laws Of Life Essay Contest

What is a Law of Life?

A Law of Life is a short, pithy saying or quotation that points to a core personal value or ideal. Oftentimes, a Law of Life serves as a memorable and meaningful moral compass on a person’s journey through life.

The Georgia Laws of Life Essay Contest asks students to select their own Law of Life, and to write about how it applies to their lives. In doing so, students reflect deeply and write from the heart about what they think matters most. The contest celebrates the students’ stories and their often profound reflections, and proudly presents significant cash awards to students and teachers.

It's always a special treat to hear the Laws of Life from the contest winners. If you are worried about the future generations, this is a program that will give you hope!

Past President Moment
Jim Coyle: 2015 - 2016

In President Jim Coyle’s Rotary year DG Bob Hagan declared “Mystery Solved”.  What Mystery?  In the last scrapbook of its kind, we put nine super sleuths on the trail looking for clues to solve the “Mystery”.  One mystery was where will we meet?  The Community Activity Building was undergoing renovations and we had to find a temporary home.  In the end Roswell Rotary again came up with solutions. Come early and check out Jim’s scrapbook on the big screen as we solve the mysteries of Rotary year 2015-2016. 

tonight: RRAH to Learn About Organ Donation

The next Roswell Rotary After Hours meeting will be tonight, April 18th at 6:30 at The Artillery Room @ Gate City. In honor of National Donate Life Month, Caroline Burleigh and Beth Lehman from LifeLink of Georgia will speak on organ donation. They will share myths and truths, and answer all your burning questions.
And what's even more special is, RRAH's very own Will Albers will share his journey with living organ donation and the work he and his dad are doing with state legislation. You do NOT want to miss this, so lets pack the house tonight!

Alive in Roswell Begins Again Thursday April 20

Food & Beverages will be provided by The Vick-Vicker Koffee & Kocktails. These events are so much fun and Roswell Rotary's tent is THE PLACE to be. Be there!

April 25 Braves Game
Living Donor Awareness Game: Sen. John Albers and Son Will to be recognized


At Roswell Rotary, we all know the story of Sen. John Albers and his kidney donation to his son Will. And now the Atlanta Braves are spreading the news of Living Donor Awareness through a special game on April 25 where living donors, including our own Sen. John Albers (Roswell Rotary Club member) and Will Albers ( Roswell Rotary After Hours Club member)  will be recognized. Hope to see a huge turnout from our club. True "Service Above Self." For tickets go to: Living Donor Braves Tickets

Purple Madness-April 26
Cool Music & Donations for End Human Trafficking Now


April 27 - April 30
District Conference- Sandestin, FL

Need to get away?  Have you put off that needed break?  What better way than joining a bunch of your friends at the beach for District Conference in Sandestin next week.  There will be a cornhole tournament, pig roast, partying in the hospitality suite, beach time, good food in addition to a little conferencing.  It’s not too late to join us April 27-30 for District Conference 2023.  Make your reservations today!  Registration and Accommodations Link 

May 4-6
International Peace Conference

Looking forward to the 2023 International Peace Conference on May 4-6 right here in the heart of the South! This conference will feature over 80 speakers from across the globe who will speak on topics such as human trafficking, reducing violence in our communities, education, social justice, empowerment of women and much more. The Human Trafficking program is particularly strong, bringing many of the best presenters encountered working on this issue.

 In addition to the Human Trafficking panels and presentations, there will also be speakers on Empowering Women and Girls, some of whom are also either treating trafficking victims or educating girls on how to avoid the dangers of traffickers; on domestic violence; and, on preventing child marriage.

This is a “don’t miss” event! Take advantage of the great lineup of speakers and convene with others who are dedicated to ending human trafficking as well as many more who are building peace in other ways, including the largest group of Rotary Peace Fellows you are ever likely to encounter in one place at one time.  

Join us as we come together to learn how we can #buildpeace. To learn more about @ipeace2023, visit: International Peace Conference or contact Dave McCleary at dave.m@ragas.online

Volunteer at the Unity Garden with After Hours


After Hours is set to volunteer at the Unity Garden at the Chattahoochee Nature Center again on April 29The shift starts at 9 a.m. and goes until Noon. The plan is to work around the garden doing anything and everything they need, like picking weeds, organizing plants and potting.

Did you know? The Unity Garden grows fresh produce to be donated to the food pantry at North Fulton Community Charities. Fresh vegetables and greens are delivered once or twice a week.

All Rotarians are invited! Sign up here.

Picture Refresh Opportunity
Need a new headshot for the directory?

Need a do-over of your headshot for the Roswell Rotary Directory? Or just an upgrade because you are looking better than ever? Or even just want a change?  Well you are in luck because on Thursdays May 11, May 18, and May 25 you will have an opportunity to get your headshot retaken. Couldn't be easier!  You'll be at Rotary anyway! 

Tuesday, April 18, 6:00pm
Who's Looking for New Clients? Attend Business Networking with 12 area Rotary Clubs


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, April 18 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.   Location: Eclipse Di Luna,  4505 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30346

For more information, contact  Ken Carter 404-386-3214 ken.carter@floorcoveringsinternational.com or Hal Schlenger 770-335-0077 HSchlenger@GreatSouthBenefits.com

Save the dates
Be Part of Making Roswell Rotary's Magic.


This is what earns Rotary such a great reputation...and "Club of the Year" recognition. 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!    

Rotary-style Business Networking - Rotary Means Business

Add To Calendar  April 18, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00pm

Alive in Roswell- Hagan Center Canton St.

Add To Calendar April 20, 2023 5pm Food & Bev provided

Atlanta Braves-Living Donor Awareness Game

Add To Calendar April 25, 2023 7:20pm

Purple Madness- Prince Tribute End Human Trafficking NOW Benefit

Add To Calendar

Unity Garden Volunteer Project RRAH Open to all volunteers

Add To Calendar April 29, 2023 9am-Noon

District Conference

Add To Calendar April 27-30 San Destin FL

Rotary International Peace Conference

Add To Calendar May 4-6 Birmingham, AL


Rotary Last Week


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