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Lunch Meeting | Friday, June 26 Historic DeKalb County Courthouse
101 E. Court Square | 12:15 pm
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Our program this week: Changing of the Guard
The “Changing of the Guard” ceremony in Rotary is a meaningful tradition that symbolizes the transfer of leadership from outgoing to incoming club officers, particularly the club president. This ritual embodies Rotary’s commitment to continuity, service, and fresh energy in advancing the organization’s mission.
It represents passing the torch—a gesture of gratitude for the outgoing leaders’ service and encouragement for the new leaders to bring their vision forward.
Weekly luncheon meetings begin at 12:15 pm
on Fridays unless otherwise noted.
Friday
July
3 NO MEETING
In observance of July 4th
Friday
July
10 MEETING SPEAKER Candace Bazemore
Woke Media Network
Friday
July
17 MEETING SPEAKER Linda Gail
Fashion Designer
Note: No formal Thirsty Thursday in July because . . . soccer!
Decatur Rotarians Represent
At Luncheon for RI President Arezzo
Eric Lucas and Francesco Arezzo
The Peachtree City Rotary Club hosted a luncheon honoring Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo on Monday, June 22. Representatives of Georgia districts 6900, 6910, and 6920 enjoyed President Arezzo's thoughtful remarks. Decatur Rotary was represented by Alison Weissinger, Leo Ladefian, and Eric Lucas.
. . . . . SAVE THE DATE: FODAC Service Project, August 8
Be sure to save Saturday, August 8, 2026, as the date to participate in the FODAC home medical equipment drive. Join Decatur Rotary Club members, along with other clubs in DeKalb County, in picking up donated equipment and organizing donations.
Members and their guests will assemble at the 57th Fighter Group Restaurant. People who can drive a van or pick-up truck are encouraged to drive.
This event is being sponsored by the North Atlanta Rotary Club along with the DeKalb Rotary Council. The chair is Nathan Averson, and he can be reached at 404-386-080 for any questions.
Visit the FODAC (Friends of Disabled Adults and Children) website to learn more about their work.
. . . . . SAVE THE DATE!
Fall Fundraiser Set for Thursday, Oct. 22
Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details about what is certain to be a fun event!
. . . . . Milestones: June
Club Anniversaries
Dan Coursey, 42 years
Bedros Sharian III, 27 years
Herb McCoy, 26 years
Bob Ettensohn, 25 years
Dana Rickman, 8 years
DeAnna Julian, 7 years
Birthdays
Dud Larus, June 11
Kalia Morrison, June 17
David Ewing, June 24
Todd Speed, June 26
Nick Villaume, June 27
Misty Palmer, 4 years
Jennifer Topple, 3 years
Jen Schuck, 3 years
Nick Villaume, 1 year
Kalia Morrison, 1 year
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Thank You to Our Club Sponsors
We are grateful for the support of our local sponsors, and we encourage our members to support them in return.
