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December 19, 2023


Meetings

December is Disease Prevention and Treatment Month

12/21 Marlon Grigsby
12/28 no meeting
1/4 no meeting
1/11 RPD & RFD Chiefs - State of their departments

Events

12/19 Tour the Capital for the Holidays with Sen. John Albers
12/20 Caroling on Canton Street
1/3 Hump Day at Roswell Garden
1/16 Rotary Means Business

LEADERSHIP

President Alex Kaufman
President-Elect Nancy Alterman
Treasurer Leslie Bassett
Treasurer Matthew Millard
Secretary Trummie Patrick, III
Foundation James Stone
Membership Bob Clarkson
Public Image Becky Nelson

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

12/1 John Michael Brunetti
12/3 Bill Hoban
12/4 Michael Hernandez
12/4 Ashley Doran
12/8 James Lambert
12/8 Nathan Porter
12/10 Raymond Peabody
12/11 Warren Parsons, Jr.
12/15 Tod Baker
12/18 Angela Medley
12/19 Alan Greensmith
12/20 Becky Nelson
12/22 David White
12/23 Ryan Sprinkle
12/24 Vivian Bankston
12/26 Joseph Gillespie
12/26 Lou Tabickman
12/31 Shields Blankenship, III
12/31 Trummie Patrick, III
12/31 Stephen Clausen

YEARS OF SERVICE

12/1 Gary Garrett (46)
12/3 Jim Byrd (4)
12/6 Nathan Porter (2)
12/6 Courtney Lott (2)
12/7 Craig Simons (23)
12/7 Andrew Dalby (23)
12/8 Danny Broadway (12)
12/8 Matt Thomas (12)
12/9 Alan Christian (13)
12/10 Lester Neely (3)
12/11 Michele Johnson (16)
12/12 SaraBeth Huntley (10)
14 years in Rotary
12/12 Bill Swank, II (10)
12/13 John Greaves (11)
12/13 Jeff Hamling (38)
12/19 Dave McCleary (21)
12/20 Ed Klaas, II (5)
12/20 Marcus Smith (5)
12/20 Blake Turner (5)
12/21 John Reddick (6)
12/21 Dennis Canata (28)
12/31 Frank Brown (49)

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 Lynne Lindsey and all news should be directed to her at lynnehlindsay@outlook.com

Finishing Out December Strong
President Alex's Message


Fellow Rotarians-

It is hard to believe that 2023 is nearly over and that my term is half over as is that of our incredible Board. We are so proud of this Club, all that it has accomplished, and all that it will do.

As a reminder, we are continuing our tradition of caroling on Canton this Wednesday and Thursday is our final meeting of the year. I encourage everyone to continue attending our Christmas Market up to and through Christmas Eve.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Alex

Alex B. Kaufman

Roswell Rotary Club President 

2023-2024

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Entrepreneur, Author, and Coach, Marlon Grigsby to Speak


Marlon Grigsby’s mission is to unleash his full potential while inspiring greatness in others by helping them lead intentional, purpose-driven lives.  Marlon is the founder of Sentry IT, an IT professional service, consulting, and cybersecurity company, the founder of The Ultimate Clarity company, a breakthrough success coaching company, the author of The Ultimate YOU! Be you. Only Better and The Ultimate MAN! A man’s guide to living bigger, loving deeper, and creating a legacy.  As a tech executive, entrepreneur, author, and coach, Marlon believes if you can dream it, you can do it. He has dedicated his life to helping high-achieving leaders identify and overcome obstacles to create more meaningful impact. Marlon’s passion is empowering executives and entrepreneurs to overcome barriers to fulfillment. He teaches them to take their careers, businesses, finances, and relationships to the next level. Marlon lives right here in Roswell.  He is a loving husband, father of three, a basketball coach, wannabe golfer, and bourbon enthusiast who believes in strategic life planning.

You Are Invited!
State Capital Tour with GA State Sen. John Albers


A special note from Senator John Albers

The Georgia Capitol is a beautiful, historic building downtown decorated for Christmas. I would love to provide a personal tour for you and your family (kids and friends are very welcome). There is typically no school, and many people are vacationing this Tuesday, 12/19.  This is an annual event, and everyone has a great time.

 We will be taking and providing pictures of you and your family/team in front of the tree in the rotunda of the Capitol.  I hope you can join us.  Come early and enjoy coffee, cocoa, and cookies in my office at the Capitol.  If you arrive on time, meet us any time before 2:00 pm in the rotunda at the big Christmas tree.  

If you have not already, please RSVP for the logistics and headcount to Senator John Albers john@senatoralbers.com

Tuesday, 12/19 @ 2:00 pm - Georgia State Capitol

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Come Sing with Your RRC Friends!
Caroling on Canton Street

Its that time again... THIS WEDNESDAY, 12/20!!!

6:30-8:00 

Meeting at The Vick where Kadijah's team will serve Hot Chocolate + Cookies (no charge for Rotarians). We will Carol down Canton Street ending at Rockin Taco. **The bar will be open for everyone to buy themselves a drink**

Dress Festive and wear your best Santa hat! Hagan will bring copies of the songs for everyone to make sure they sing the actual words :) 

There is no charge for this event but please RSVP to Alicia! ahughes@wsnielsen.com or text 678-283-7098.

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]

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.  

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 

Caroling on Canton - Wed Dec. 20 Meet at the Vick 6:30pm

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Tour the Capital for the Holidays with Sen. John Albers Dec. 19 2pm

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Toy Collection for Military Families w/VFW Dec. 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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