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"The Friendly Breakfast Club"
Newsletter


October 2, 2024


Meetings

October is Economic and Community Development Month

10/4 General Meeting Michael Starling, Economic Development, City of Dunwoody
10/11 General Meeting Gordon Owens, District Governor, Rotary District 6900
10/25 General Meeting Past District Governor Margie Kersey, The Rotary Foundation
11/1 General Meeting Dr. Kathryn McClymond, President, Oglethorpe University

Our Rotary Family
BIRTHDAYS

10/2 Felicia Voloschin
10/7 Mike Parks
10/22 Teak Pacetti, Jr.
10/24 Bill Woulfin
10/24 Charlene Hall
10/24 Denise Brodsky
10/24 Channing Brand

WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

10/6 Alison Norris (34)
10/10 Lorri Christopher (43)
10/12 Gary Lane (21)
10/17 Jennifer Shumway (3)
10/25 Dottie Toney (10)

Rotary Online

https://dunwoodyrotary.org
https://rotary6900.org/
https://rotary.org/

ROTARY CLUB OF
Dunwoody

Fridays, 7:15 am
Embassy Suites - Atlanta Perimeter Center
1030 Crown Pointe Pkwy
Atlanta, GA , GA 30338

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LEADERSHIP

President Louise Barden
President Nominee David Burr
Vice President Matthew Johnson
Treasurer Carter Stout
Secretary Alison Norris

This Week's Speaker
Michael Starling, Director of Economic Development, City of Dunwoody

Join us at the Embassy Suites this Friday to welcome Michael Starling, Director of Economic Development for the City of Dunwoody and our most recent new member.

Michael has been Dunwoody' Director of Economic Development since 2010 and is responsible for leading the City’s efforts to expand the local economy through business development efforts. Priorities for the City include retention of existing businesses, recruitment of new firms, and the redevelopment of existing commercial areas. [more]

Vietnam War Memorial Dedication - This Saturday, October 5

A year ago, we asked for donations in support of the Atlanta Vietnam Veterans Business Association plans to install a beautiful monument in Dunwoody’s Brook Run Park to honor both American and Vietnamese soldiers who fought and died in the Vietnam War. Between generous Rotarians and the Rotary Club of Dunwoody, we donated $5,000 to help make this special remembrance happen. You are invited to attend the dedication of the monument on Saturday, October 5 at 11:00 am at Brook Run. Hope to see you there!

Celebrate GRSP and RYE!
Welcome Our Students This Sunday, October 6!

We're having a family party this Sunday afternoon, October 6, to celebrate Hoa and Bin - at Meghan Berry's home. Help us welcome our GRSP student from Vietnam and our Rotary Youth Exchange student from South Korea. Rotary will provide the main and beverages, families are invited to bring a side dish or dessert. We’ll have yard games and time to connect and enjoy the fall weather together.

Plan to join us at Meghan Berry's home (5101 Vernon Ridge Drive, Dunwoody, GA 30338) from 3-6 pm on Sunday Oct. 6. And if you haven't taken time to RSVP - do so now  at http://evite.me/exWhp99ZSM

Service Opportunity
Help with Our USO Volunteer Day 2024 at Hartsfield Airport

Mark your calendars now for our USO Volunteer Day at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport: Thursday October 17, It's a long time Dunwoody tradition - this collection of pictures is from 2009.

We will serve our service personnel and family members an “All American” lunch of hot dogs with all the condiments, potato chips, fresh fruit, snack bars, home baked cookies bottled water, AND a portion of baked Ziti & Mom’s meatball. We would like to have a total of eight volunteers for the day from 9 AM to 3 PM. A shout out to our new members: please consider volunteering at the USO, it is one of the most satisfying and rewarding day of service.

We need volunteers to be at the airport on the 17th, as well as home baked cookies and bottled water if you'd like to donate. Read on for more details and contact Charlie Augello if you can help. [more]

Coming Soon
More Opportunities for Fellowship and Fun ...

We have great opportunities ahead for fun and fellowship beyond this Sunday's Family of Rotary welcome party for our students. Mark your calendars and watch for details:

  • October 17: Thirsty Thursday at Louisiana Bistreaux in Dunwoody
  • October 27: Wine Fellowship in the Sunday afternoon sun at the home of Chris and Jane Gutschenritter
  • November 23: Carbonara with the Dunwoody Diners
  • December 13: Holiday Luncheon


Laws of Life
Join the Laws of Life Founders Day Celebration

Join us for the 2024 Founders Celebration! The Rotary Club of Dunwoody has supported the Georgia Laws of Life Essay contest since its start - with George Stewart leading our efforts. This is a unique opportunity to support a powerful character education program that transforms students’ lives. The event takes place on October 17 at the Piedmont Driving Club from 6-8 pm. It will feature inspiring stories from students as they read their essays about how life's experience has shaped their characters, and how they have brought positive character values to their schools and communities.

Some of our members are already planning to attend - including George and Amy Stewart, Meredith Morris, and Ray Huebschmann. Your attendance directly supports Georgia high schools and provides life-changing opportunities for students. Explore sponsorships and tickets. The cost to attend the event is just $60, and you can register at Founders Celebration | Georgia Laws of Life Essay Contest

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