President Alex's Message
Fellow Rotarians- I hope that everyone enjoyed last week's Speaker and our holiday party! I am particularly proud of our turnout and enthusiasm at the ChristKindl market and all the positive publicity and economic impact, that it has brought our Club, Friends of Bulloch and our city. I am also thankful for everyone that has participated in our toy drives and volunteering at Bulloch Hall. Please remember to bring toys this Thursday, and next Thursday so that we can support our military families.Special thanks to Senator and Rotarian John Albers for inviting us to the Capitol on the 19th to see all of the beautiful decorations and for arranging our exciting upcoming speaker. Season's greetings! Alex Consumer Protection Advocate and TV Journalist, Dale Cardwell to Speak
Life can be dangerous at times, but few people choose to
face down danger to uncover facts and help their fellow man. Six-time Emmy
award-winning investigative reporter, Dale Cardwell has spent his entire career
busting bad guys, protecting consumers, and saving taxpayers millions of
dollars. His 34 years in television have taken him to newsrooms across the southeast,
but Dale marks his 11 years with the powerhouse Atlanta ABC affiliate WSB as
the crucible that formed who he is today. In 2009, Dale founded his consumer
research and referral website trustdale.com. This site provides a forum where
consumers can choose between companies which have met Dale’s seven-point
investigative standard and be assured that their choice is backed up by the
best consumer protection policy in the business, called the Trust Dale “Make-it-Right”
guarantee.
But Dale’s commitment to consumer protection doesn’t end
there. Dale and his team also investigate and expose bad companies that
intentionally harm consumers. Dale lives in DeKalb county, Georgia with Angie,
his wife of 33 years. The couple have two adult children who live with their
spouses in Atlanta.
Toys for Military Families
Another Chance to Donate Toys-Support Military Families
Please bring donations of toys to the next two meetings to benefit children of military families. Roswell Rotary has partnered with the VFW to bring some smiles on Christmas morning to the families of those who have served us so well. Jim Swain jim@avapp.org and Ron Cowan roncowan@bellsouth.net have the details if you have questions. You Are Invited!
State Capital Tour with GA State Sen. John Albers
2pm on Dec. 19th Meet at the Christmas tree in the big rotunda at the Capital Parking: There are several options all around the Capital. You should not have any issue with the lot at Freight Depot or next to Liberty Plaza. RRC Volunteers Needed- So Much Fun!
Bulloch Hall Gift Shop Volunteers at ChristKindl Market
Calling Rotarians to Volunteer... and Shop!!
Ask anyone who has volunteered at the Bulloch Hall Gift Shop & Museum this past month during Christkindl Market. It's fun! Roswell Rotarians are needed to work the check out desk in the Bulloch Hall Gift Shoppe right next door to Bulloch Hall. Feel free to pass along to your spouse/partner/friend that you think might be interested. We ask that you sign up for a minimum of 2 shifts between now and Dec. 24th. It’s easy! It’s fun! It’s a great way to get involved. Partner up with a friend as 2 people are needed per shift. Click the link to sign up for your shifts. Remember this is a major project/fundraiser this year and we need you!
Roswell Rotarians, use this link to sign up for a time slot to work at Bulloch Hall Gift Shoppe during the Christkindlmarket:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45A9AE2EA7F58-45476807-christkindlmarket 
The Story of... Christkindlmarket Open through December 24th. Open Daily. Free Admission! Pet Friendly! Enjoy Homemade mulled wine, Food, Over 70 Vendors, Giftshops, Pictures with Santa, Trees Located at Bulloch Hall in Roswell. Vendors welcome! More information here and Follow on Facebook! [read more] After Hours Adopts-A-Road!
Roswell Rotary After Hours has adopted a road! Their portion of road is between RaceTrac on Highway 92 and Chipotle on Mansell. It's the club's job to clean it several times a year, and the club gathered recently for their first clean-up! The crew enjoyed making Roswell a little more beautiful by picking up trash while socializing along the way. Stay posted for the next clean-up project! RRAH Ends 2023 With a Bang!
Roswell Rotary After Hours ended 2023 with a bang. The guest speaker was Mary Margaret Connell, John Connell's mother! She has worked as both a criminal attorney and an advertising & marketing executive. The club loved hearing her "Top 10" careers tips and everyone walked away with a new idea or goal to incorporate into their work life. The club also gathered dozens of toys to be donated to a local family as part of their Adopt-A-Family service project. The next RRAH meeting will be Jan. 16. Happy Holidays! Meet us at Jekyll Island
Join Us in March-District Conference
Why attend the District conference? - Cool trip to Jekyll Island
- Meet Rotarians from other clubs
- Find out what is going on in our district
- Get to know your fellow Roswell Rotarians better
- Support our own Gorden Owens as he prepares for his role as District Governor in 2024
- Did someone say beach karaoke?
Register HERE before early bird price is gone! WHY should I go to District conference this year? CLICK HERE
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 Christkindl Market November 24 - December 24 Toyland Donations Dropoff December 14
Add To Calendar Caroling on Canton - TBA Tour the Capital for the Holidays with Sen. John Albers Dec. 19 2pm Add To Calendar Toy Collection for Military Families w/VFW Dec. 14 & 21 Hump Day at Roswell Garden January 3, 6:00pm - 8:00 pm
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No Meeting - Off for the Holiday December 28 No Meeting - Off for the Holiday January 4 Rotary Means Business January 16 TBD 2024 District Conference Jekyll Island March 21-24
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