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| | | | | 1 | 2 East Cobb: East Cobb Park Creek Cleanup Join our Rotary partner East Cobb Park to clean up the creek along with our club-sponsored Boy Scout Troop. Also a great chance to preview where our our Manhole Mural will be. |
3 | 4 12:15p Buckhead: Rotary on the Road at Shepherd Center
Guest Buckhead Rotary heads on the road for lunch and to hear about the Shepherd Center's therapy dog program. Julie Shepherd along with the Peer support team will be on hand to discuss how the therapy dogs are used in the work they do with patients. This will be followed by a Q&A. We will conclude with an optional tour of the new MCAR building and the new Human Performance Lab. We will meet at our regular time. Please arrive early to grab your lunch and find a seat. Zoom is not available for this meeting. MCAR, Marcus Center for Advanced Rehabilitation, Floor 10 Turn on the street immediately north of the main entrance – closer to Houston. But the address is the same.
| 5 | 6 12p Vinings Cumberland: Revved Up Kids - Alli Neal Did you know that it is a state law that children be educated on safety from child predators? Can you imagine making effective and age-appropriate curriculum for children on this topic? Meet Revved Up for Kids! Revved Up Kids is a Peachtree Corners based nonprofit on a mission to protect children from sexual abuse, exploitation and trafficking. Founder, Alli Neal, will offer attendees thoughtful information about the issue, how it sexual abuse and trafficking are intertwined, and what adults can do to keep children safer.
| 7 7:30 North Cobb County: Smoke on the Lake - Final Prep Meeting
Guest All hands on deck. This is the one great service event of the year where we ask all members to participate. Smoke on the Lake funds our giving opportunities all year through the grants we are able to award to local organizations. Today's meeting is to make sure that everyone is fully aware of their roles, and able to execute on the days of the event comfortably and confidently. 7:30 North Cobb County: Dave Schwickerath - Smoke on the Lake Prep Meeting
Guest Who, what, when and where. Mother's day weekend event is our all hands on deck volunteer event of the year. This meeting helps us all align and come together to create this outstanding, smooth running, event of the season! At this moment you have signed up and will get the details of the day. Time to shine my Rotary family. 12:15p Roswell: Supreme Court Justice Charlie Bethel
Guest GRSP Wrap Up Meeting Charlie Bethel brings a unique set of experiences to his service on the Georgia Supreme Court.
Charlie’s legal career began with service as a law clerk on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia for Justice Charles A. Pannell, Jr. Upon completion of his clerkship, Charlie returned home to Northwest Georgia where he practiced law in Dalton and spent over a decade in the flooring industry in executive and legal capacities.
While maintaining his day job, Charlie was elected to serve as an Alderman for the City of Dalton and later served three terms in the Georgia State Senate. In the Senate, he successfully carried legislation on a broad array of topics and counts the passage of comprehensive juvenile justice reform legislation and autism insurance reform legislation (commonly referred to as “Ava’s Law”) as the high points of his legislative service.
Charlie again answered the call of public service when Governor Nathan Deal appointed him to be a judge on the Georgia Court of Appeals in 2016. Upon the retirement of former Chief Justice Harris Hines, Governor Deal appointed Charlie as a Justice on the Supreme Court of Georgia on September 4, 2018.
Throughout his years on the bench, Charlie has been faithful both to the law and his oath of office. He understands that judges must set aside their personal preferences in deciding each case before them and that they must follow the law, even when the outcome may be unpopular.
Born in Athens, Charlie was raised in Dalton, a place he and his family still call home. He and his wife, Lynsey, have three children and are active members of the First Baptist Church of Dalton.
| 8 7 Dunwoody: GENERAL MEETING: Laws of Life Presentation What is a Law of Life? A Law of Life is a short, pithy saying or quotation that points to a core personal value or ideal. Oftentimes, a Law of Life serves as a memorable and meaningful moral compass on a person’s journey through life. The Georgia Laws of Life Essay Contest asks students to select their own Law of Life, and to write about how it applies to their lives. In doing so, students reflect deeply and write from the heart about what they think matters most. The contest celebrates the students’ stories and their often profound reflections, and proudly presents significant cash awards to students and teachers
LOCATION: Maggiano’s Little Italy -
PERIMETER MALL location
4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody, Georgia, 30346
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10 | 11 12:15p Buckhead: Paul Byrd, Braves Broadcaster
Guest Paul Byrd is a former MLB starting pitcher and current TV broadcaster for the Atlanta Braves. During his baseball career with several MLB teams, he was known as "the nicest guy in baseball." The Rotary Club of Buckhead, together with The John Templeton Foundation, is a proud Presenting Sponsor of Georgia Laws of Life and sponsors Atlanta Classical Academy in the annual high school essay contest. ACA high school student Lydia Bryant will attend today's meeting and read her grade winning Laws of Life essay. She will be accompanied by her mother, Pamela Bryant, and English teacher Asha Kapelina-Thomas.
| 12 12p North Fulton: Speaker: TBD
Guest Join us for our lunch meetings on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at Brimstone Restaurant & Tavern, 10595 Old Alabama Rd Connector, Alpharetta 6p Vinings Cumberland: VCR - Session 2 of 2 - Red Badge (Orientation) New VCR members are requested to attend both sessions of the Red Badge (Orientation). Each session is held immediately before the Club's service project (Sack Pack) at Cobb Co. Fire Station 5's Community Room (4336 Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA 30339). Use the parking lot next to the station house that is in front of "Another Broken Egg" and walk through the front door of the station house. A light dinner is provided (think sammies, salad, pizza fare), so please confirm your attendance with the President Elect (who will likely be talking with you about the session) for dinner and dietary needs. Session One is typically on even numbered months and Session Two is typically on odd numbered months. These sessions are intended to provide new members with tangible information about VCR, how to get plugged in, and the various opportunities afforded to Rotarians. Attendees are encouraged to bring their mobile phone, table, or laptop to also get a tour of our online presence, links, and members-only items. Hosts: Brant Campbell and Jennifer Humphrey
7p Vinings Cumberland: Sack Pack - Lunches for Table on Delk Vinings Cumberland Rotarians invite the community to join them on the Second Tuesdays of the month to assemble lunch sacks (chips, sandwiches, etc.) that are distributed the next day by The Table on Delk to children getting off the school bus in the immediate vicinity of Delk Road and Interstate 75. The Table on Delk is committed to serving individuals at risk of sex-trafficking. Part of that mission includes addressing critical needs of mostly women and their young families to decrease that risk, desperation, and food insecurity. The Sack Pack is held in the Community Room at Fire Station No. 5 in Vinings (4336 Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA 30339). The door is at the BACK of the station. Please park next door at Another Broken Egg (which will be closed at that time) and follow the sidewalk. LOCATION: 4336 Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30339 (intersection of Paces Ferry and Paces Mill). Rotary Host Jennifer Humphrey: 404-409-1348
| 13 | 14 12:15p Roswell: Kelvin King
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Kelvin King was born in Macon, GA and raised in Mableton, GA. His mom, Janet, was a teenager when she had Kelvin. His mother, at a young age, had the courage to leave an abusive marriage, becoming a single mother to two children, Kelvin and his younger sister Tameisha. Kelvin spent most of his childhood in a single-parent home and they oftentimes struggled to make ends meet. Though he became the man of the family early, his mother and grandmother worked hard to instill in him the values needed to grow into a successful young adult. It was these values he credits with earning him an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy where he was an All-Conference football player. Kelvin graduated from the Academy and served 5 years in the Air Force as a Contracting Officer. He made the rank of Captain before deciding to leave the military and transition to corporate America. Upon completion of his service, he returned to Georgia to begin building his life as a civilian. He worked in procurement, business development and eventually became the General Manager of an international construction firm where he achieved numerous honors including being named to the Top 20 Under 40 in ENR Magazine and Manager of the Year in his company. After several years in this role, he decided to save enough money to start his own construction firm, Osprey Management. Kelvin's firm has twice been named the fastest-growing business by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. Kelvin is married to Janelle who serves as a panelist and commentator on Fox 5 Atlanta's "The Georgia Gang." The two of them have been entrenched in Georgia politics as leading conservative activists and are passionate about spreading the Republican message throughout the minority community. They founded "Speak Georgia", a 501c3 organization designed to educate and provide resources to the community directly from subject matter experts. The Kings are active members of the Church of the Apostles and love to cook out with friends during their free time. Kelvin takes great pride in being the father of Christian King, a fellow Air Force veteran, and the father-in-law of his wife, Tiffanni King.
12:15p Thomasville: A Glimpse into Georgia's Climate Future | John Lanier
Guest John Lanier, executive director of the Ray C. Anderson Foundation, will share some Georgia-specific climate modeling work by Georgia Tech researchers. More importantly, he'll speak about what climate action Georgians can and should be taking, including some of the climate solutions featured by the Drawdown Georgia initiative. | 15 | 16 9 Roswell: Walk w a Doc featuring Podiatrist Dr Paris Payton Keeping your feet their happiest. Shoes are only part of the story. Dr Payton shares tips and answers your questions to keep your feet happy -- and then joins us for the walk to answer your questions. Location: Vickery Mills 95 Mill St, Roswell, GA 30075 Meet at the covered bridge. Free parking. Dog friendly. A couple of hills to challenge you getting to a beautiful waterfall. Short and medium distance trails. 
10 Vinings Cumberland: Meal Packaging - Rise Against Hunger (Marietta) Rotarians and their family and friends are invited to pack meals to battle world hunger! Volunteers will meet at the “Rise Against Hunger” warehouse in Marietta (1000 Williams Drive, Suite 1022, Marietta, Ga 30066). Our goal is to pack over 1000 meals (dry goods packaged)! Want to see what we'll be doing - click here to learn more and at 3:17 you'll see what action we'll be taking! Some countries that are supported by Rise Against Hunger include Vietnam, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Host: Michael Mims https://riseagainsthunger.org
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17 | 18 12:15p Sandy Springs: Dr. Anshu Chandra, Haiti Eye Care
Guest Dr. Anshu Chandra is an optometrist and the founder of Haiti Eye Care, recognized for her 15 years of dedicated service advancing eye care for underserved communities in Haiti. She has played a pivotal role in building one of the largest eye clinics in the country and is committed to ending disparities in global eye care by delivering essential services to remote regions. Dr. Chandra’s work emphasizes health equity and sustainable care, and her leadership has impacted thousands through both direct patient care and the training of local professionals. Her efforts have established her as a visionary in global ophthalmology and community health.
 | 19 5p Newnan: Board Meeting Meeting will be held at: Strickland Debrow LLP
246 Bullsboro Drive, Suite A
Newnan, GA 30263 Contact Kim Debrow for more information. | 20 5p Newnan: Board Meeting Meeting will be held at: Strickland Debrow LLP
246 Bullsboro Drive, Suite A
Newnan, GA 30263 Contact Kim Debrow for more information. 7:30 Thomasville: Coffee Chat Join us today at Grassroots Coffee anytime between 7:30 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. for a cup of coffee and a casual conversation with fellow Rotarians! Stay long enough to enjoy breakfast and get to know your fellow Rotarians better or grab your coffee to go. No agenda, no program.
| 21 7:30 North Cobb County: Smoke on the Lake - Lessons Learned
Guest A great way to track best practices to become more effective year over year. This is also where we can share feedback for things that maybe did not go according to plan as well new thoughts and/or ideas for next year on how to grow. Please come with your thinking cap on and let's celebrate success and sharpen our blades for the future. 5p Newnan: Board Meeting Meeting will be held at: Strickland Debrow LLP
246 Bullsboro Drive, Suite A
Newnan, GA 30263 Contact Kim Debrow for more information. 5:30p Buckhead: Thirsty ThirdsDayRegister Join us for casual conversations, drinks, and snacks in a relaxed and friendly environment. Fellow Rotarian Jim Floyd and his wife Nancy are hosting. Weather permitting, we will enjoy some sips and snacks on their lovely deck. We would love you to join us for this special evening of fellowship. 545 Pinetree Drive, NE, Atlanta 30305 6p Vinings Cumberland: Thirsty Make-Up - Family of Rotary Join your Rotary friends for a beverage at Yardhouse (the Battery) at 6 p.m. for some friendly conversation and catching up! It is BYO and drop in as you can between 6:00 and 7:15 pm. Let Suzanne you had a make-up! If you are interested in learning about Rotary and the Vinings Cumberland Rotary Club, please feel free to join us!
| 22 5p Newnan: Board Meeting Meeting will be held at: Strickland Debrow LLP
246 Bullsboro Drive, Suite A
Newnan, GA 30263 Contact Kim Debrow for more information. | 23 5p Newnan: Board Meeting Meeting will be held at: Strickland Debrow LLP
246 Bullsboro Drive, Suite A
Newnan, GA 30263 Contact Kim Debrow for more information. |
24 5p Newnan: Board Meeting Meeting will be held at: Strickland Debrow LLP
246 Bullsboro Drive, Suite A
Newnan, GA 30263 Contact Kim Debrow for more information. | 25 5p Newnan: Board Meeting Meeting will be held at: Strickland Debrow LLP
246 Bullsboro Drive, Suite A
Newnan, GA 30263 Contact Kim Debrow for more information. | 26 5p Newnan: Board Meeting Meeting will be held at: Strickland Debrow LLP
246 Bullsboro Drive, Suite A
Newnan, GA 30263 Contact Kim Debrow for more information. | 27 | 28 11:30 Thomasville: Blood Drive The OneBlood Blood Mobile will be onsite. All donors will receive a prize, along with a wellness checkup, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count and cholesterol screening. Appointments are encouraged, please visit oneblood.org/donate-now and use sponsor code 17630.
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31 3:30 North Cobb County: Forever Fed Volunteers needed to hand out food with Forever Fed. Thank you! Location: Desktop Kennesaw, 3070 North Main Street, Kennesaw, GA 30101
Come and lend a helping hand as we unload the Midwest Food Bank truck and restock the KSU CARES Pantry. The ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs will be needed for this project.
Carmichael Student Center, Room 172
Parking code is KF359AAI
SUG: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4BA4A72DA7FEC61-57716909-5726#/
Date05/07/2026 (Thu.) Time1:45PM - 3:30PM EDT LocationCarmichael Student Center 395 Cobb Ave Room 172 Kennesaw, GA 30144
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