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YEARS OF SERVICE
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| 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
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
President John’s Message
In less than two weeks, Roswell Rotary and the City of Roswell will present the 24th Roswell Remembers Memorial Day Ceremony. This ceremony is one of the best attended Memorial Day observances in the Southeast and takes a huge effort by our club to host.
This year we need more volunteers for setup, day of the event tasks, and take down than in years past. For years we benefited from people who had to perform community service to help with both setup and take down, but for some reason, they are not available to us this year.
Want to volunteer - Please let one of our Memorial Day committee members know including Dave Young (Chair), Elwyn Gaissert, or Ron Cowan.
Program This Week
John King - Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner
John F. King was sworn in as Georgia’s Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner by Governor Brian Kemp on July 1, 2019, becoming the first Hispanic statewide official in state history. He was elected to a full four-year term on November 8, 2022.
Before becoming Commissioner, King spent his career in law enforcement, beginning as an Atlanta police officer in 1985 and culminating as Chief of Police for the City of Doraville. While at the Atlanta Police Department, he worked various assignments including Red Dog, Organized Crime/Intelligence, and received the Chief’s Blue Star in 1987 for being injured in the line of duty as a result of a criminal attack with a firearm. His career also includes assignments to both FBI and DEA as a Task Force Agent.
Past President Moment
Past President Becky Stone 2018-2019
In President Becky Stone’s Rotary year 2018-19 Rotary’s theme was “Be The Inspiration”. Roswell Rotary was inspired to continue supporting Youth in our community through many programs and events including the Roswell High School Construction Program. We won a competitive grant from District 6900 which funded over $10,000 worth of construction tools for this RHS program. And to top it off, we hosted our RI President Barry Rassin and his wife from the Bahamas in maybe the largest Roswell Rotary meeting ever.
Come hear more about what we accomplished in Becky’s year 2018-19.
Mon. May 29- Roswell City Hall
Roswell Remembers Memorial Day Ceremony
The 24th Roswell Remembers Memorial Day Ceremony will be held Monday, May 29th at 11:00 A.M. at Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill Street.
A joint effort with the City of Roswell, grounds open at 10:00 A.M. with displays and music provided by Roswell New Horizons Band. The program will include a military ceremony, presentation of colors, the national anthem, Pledge of Allegiance, POW/MIA tribute and laying of the wreath.
Sunny K. Park, a native of South Korea, is the guest speaker. Mr. Park has served as Commissioner of the White House Advisory Commission, Vice Chairman of Georgia Ports Authority, along with non-profits’ boards including Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation and USO Georgia. He is a 2000 USO Patriot Award Recipient and named as one of the most influential Atlantans. None of this would have been possible without the support of the US Military where he as a young child benefited.
At the conclusion of the program, lunch may be purchased through food trucks, Tres Jardines, Eggroll Boyz, and Patty Wagon located on the grounds.
Contact Past President Dave Young, Committee Chair at nfultonpt@juno.com with questions. This is a great opportunity for ALL Roswell Rotarians to serve those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today.
Roswell Rotary Club and the City of Roswell would like to thank our Hometown Hero Sponsors for their generous contributions to the 2023 Roswell Remembers Memorial Day Ceremony.
https://www.roswell365.com/event/roswell-remembers-memorial-day-ceremony/
May 18
Alive in Roswell
Food & Beverages will be provided by The Vick. These events are so much fun and Roswell Rotary's tent is THE PLACE to be. See you there!!!!
Hal Coleman to Speak to RRAH
Join us tonight at The Artillery Room at Gate City tonight 6:30 as we welcome Rotarian Hal Coleman as our guest speaker! Hal is a coach, speaker, sales trainer and entertainer who will speak on leadership and entrepreneurship for young professionals. Lets pack the house for what's sure to be an insightful and fun meeting!
And don't forget, if you need a headshot, our favorite photographer Ian will be present!
Additionally, all Rotarians please bring in Plastic Grocery Bags for After Hours Club. They provide them to Chattahoochee Nature Center!
RRAH Meeting Notice
Need a Headshot? Come to After Hours Tonight!
Tuesday, May 16, 6:00pm / New Location
Who's Looking for New Clients? Attend Business Networking for District 6900
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, May 16 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.
NEW 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
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 18th and June 8th you will have an opportunity to get your headshot retaken. Couldn't be easier! You'll be at Rotary anyway!
Friends of Bulloch Hall Event
Magnolia Ball June 10
Click here for information and to buy your tickets!
Save the Date for Comedy for a Cause!
Save the date for the biggest event of the summer! Roswell Rotary After Hours' signature event is coming on June 22nd!
Grab your family and friends for burgers, brews and belly laughs at the 1st Annual Comedy For a Cause, presented by Roswell Rotary After Hours. Get ready to chuckle, howl and giggle at this special fundraiser benefiting the Roswell community. The event is $30 and will feature several knee-slapping local comedians. What are you waiting for? Save your spot today and we will see you on June 22 on the lawn of Lucky's Burger & Brew Roswell. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Save the Date for Upcoming Unity Garden Volunteer Opportunities!
After Hours is on deck to volunteer at the Unity Garden at the Chattahoochee Nature Center several more times this year! The next one being June 24. The shift starts at 9 a.m. and go 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.
Coming Up at RRCf
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!
Rotary Means Business at Mutation Brewing Company
Add To Calendar Tuesday, May 16 6-8pm
Alive in Roswell
Add To Calendar Thursday May 18 5pm-7pm
Roswell Remembers Memorial Day Ceremony
Add To Calendar Monday, May 29 11am Roswell City Hall
Rotary Last Week
