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President's Message

Thank a Vet

Thank you for serving our country and protecting our freedoms. Roswell Rotarians are grateful for your sacrifices.  Past President Maurice Hilliard gave a heart felt story of a veteran of WWII, his father.  Thank you Maurice!

Every Rotarian at our club can thank those who are currently serving our country by participating in our Adopt a Platoon this week.  Its not to late to bring items listed below, donate some cash for those goods or help pack the boxes for our troops.   See Ralph Rowland who is again heading up the annual Adopt a Platoon project. 

This week we will learn about the RI foundation as well as our own foundation, all of which are giving back to those in need.  Thank you Rotarians for putting Service above Self.   

Speaker November 18, 2021
Margie Kersey- Past District Governor

Rotary & Foundation Giving in her heart

Rotary is a huge part of Margie’s life. She joined Rotary in 1998 and has served as president of two different Rotary clubs. She is a Major Donor, Bequest Society member, and was honored to be named District 6900 Rotarian of the Year in 2008. Margie is active at the District level, where she served as District Governor in 2011-12 and as District Rotary Foundation Chair from 2016-2019.

Come hear why Margie gives her time and talents to Rotary Foundation!

Business Networking Event for Rotarians

Paul Harris formed the Rotary in 1905 so that professionals with diverse backgrounds could exchange ideas, form meaningful, lifelong friendships, and conduct business together.  Paul Harris was networking well before 1985 when telecommunications expert and consultant Bill Lewis is believed to be the first person to use the term “networking” to describe connecting people in order to build a business network.  

While Rotary is about "Service Above Self," there is a growing place for networking in Rotary, particularly for those earlier in their careers, and those responsible for generating revenue.  It is an opportunity for you or someone on your staff, or someone you are interested in recruiting to Roswell Rotary.

Last month's gathering again drew a crowd - with Rotarians from the Atlanta Metro, Dunwoody, Peachtree City, Roswell, Sandy Springs and Tucker  clubs. While it had similarities to other networking events, you knew that attendees honored the integrity of the 4 Way Test.

The next event returns to the Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, 1224 Hammond Dr, Dunwoody, GA 30346, between the Perimeter Mall and the MARTA station.

So plan to join us on Nov 16 from 6:30 - 8:00pm.   For more information, please contact Hal Schlenger, or Johnathan Clark of the Tucker Club (johnathanmclark@gmail.com | 404.512.6058)

Packing Date Thurs Nov 18
Adopt-a-Platoon Update for 11-18-21

Nov. 18th @ 11:00am Packing Boxes

We will start packing and boxing items for shipment.

Need 12 Volunteers

We need 12 volunteers to help with this project.  Our goal is 75 -100 boxes to be shipped.

Questions? Contact Ralph Rowland at rfrrowland@yahoo.com 

Sat., Nov. 20, Monday Nov. 22nd and Tuesday Nov. 23rd
Volunteeers Needed for the 4th Roswell High School /Honor Air Basketball Tournament

It's Back! It's not Thanksgiving without the Roswell High School/ Honor Air Basketball Tournament

Join us at the 4th Annual Roswell High School/ Honor Air Basketball Tournament Saturday, Nov. 20th, Monday, Nov. 22nd, and Tuesday, Nov. 23rd.

The Details

Doors open at 8:30 AM with the first game at 9:00 AM. Sixteen girls and boy’s teams participating. Ticket costs $5 for students, $10 for adults and $25 for a three-day pass.

Please volunteer...It's loads of fun!

Volunteers needed with ticket sales and the hospitality suite. Please contact Gene Beckham (404-310-8797), Dave Young (678-591-4978), Jack Wyche (404-626-8295) or Lynne Lindsay (404-229-4558) to sign up for the fun!

Walk (and talk) with a Doc Sat, Nov 20 8:00am
What could possibly motivate you to go for a walk on a Saturday morning?

If you're like the majority of people, the answer is "not much."  Would  feeling as good as President Terry and Matt Millard and as svelte as President Terry and Matt Millard give you reason to reconsider?   

After a brief talk from Dr Bush about "3 Common Myths about Being Healthy", we'll hike through the Vickery Falls trails.  You can talk with Dr Bush or talk with others on the walk.   It's an ideal way to start a weekend!

While this link lists 100 research articles how walking is good for you, Rotary is making it fun. We’re joining up with the national “Walk with a Doc” program for a 2 mile and a 3 mile walk. In addition to the 100 reasons to walk, the 101st is to make room for Roswell Rotary’s fried chicken for lunch. And there are several bonuses to participating in this community event

• The opportunity to get advice from our doctor while walking

• Free parking

 •Earn credits for free coffee at Roswell’s Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee

Date:  Sat, Nov 20, 8:00 – 9:30am.  Note: Our December walk will be Sat, Dec 4 at the Chattahoochee Nature Center and coincide with their Annual Holiday Market.

For questions, contact Hal Schlenger at HSchlenger@GreatSouthBenefits.com or 770.335.0077.

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