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WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
Rotary Onlinehttps://dunwoodyrotary.org
ROTARY CLUB OFFridays, 7:15 am |
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| President | Matthew Johnson |
| Immediate PP | Louise Barden |
| Vice President | David Burr |
| Treasurer | Carter Stout |
| Secretary | Mark Galvin |
| Public Image | Bob O'Brien |
This Week's Speakers
Mark Galvin and Jackie Cuthbert, Digital Media Education Day
Join us this week at Maggiano's for a Digital Media extravaganza - brought to you by Mark Galvin and Jackie Cuthbert. Mark is our current Secretary, co-leader of the Public Image initiatives that help us build membership and gain community support, and our own personal wizard of social media. Jackie currently serves as our bulletin editor, District newsletter editor - and in times past has served as Club President and as our Public Image Chair.
During this comprehensive session, we'll explore the full spectrum of Rotary's digital ecosystem, from our local club's social media channels to the broader network of Rotary International's online platforms. Members will gain hands-on experience navigating Facebook, LinkedIn, and other social channels where our club maintains an active presence, learning how each platform serves different audiences and purposes in our community outreach efforts.
We'll also tour the various Rotary websites, including Rotary International's main site, its MyRotary member portal, and our club's own website, explaining how these resources work together to support our service projects, fellowship activities, and global initiatives. You'll discover practical ways to share content, engage with posts, and amplify our club's impact through simple digital actions. [read more]
Service Opportunity
Help FODAC Make a Difference This Saturday, August 9!
Every year - and every day - FODAC makes a difference in the lives of people with disabilities - as it collects and refurbishes home medical equipment. FODAC's footprint is both local here in Atlanta and global - as it responds to equipment needs for daily life and in emergency situations like earthquakes, hurricanes, and conflicts.
Every August, the DeKalb Rotary Council joins forces with FODAC for a Home Medical Equipment Drive. This year, DeKalb Rotarians will gather on August 9 at the 57th Fighter Squadron Restaurant, then move out in teams to collect equipment in surrounding communities. Here's how you can help:
- Plan to join our Dunwoody team for the day - from 9 AM to 1 PM
- Let Dave Burr know if you have any medical equipment to donate - things like wheelchairs, bathroom aids, walkers/rollers, hospital beds, scooters, pediatric equipment, adaptive vans or power chairs, and we can help you schedule pick-up.
- Let your neighbors and friends know we can pick up any equipment they have to donate.
Let Dave know now if you'd like to volunteer or make a donation!
Service Opportunity
The Garden is Calling!
Bounds Gardens is looking good - after we whipped it back into compliance during our July visit. We also installed the Dunwoody Rotary rock slap for the viewing pleasure of passing folks. Thanks to Dave Burr, Bob O'Brien, me in the neon green, Russell Reims, Alison Norris, Rick Otness and Sam Chen!
Here's the Spruce-up schedule for the Rotary year:
- August 16, 2025
- October 18, 2025
- January 17, 2026
- March 21, 2026
- May 16, 2026
Our Rotary Foundation
Thanks for Your Contribution
Did you know that each Rotary year, every Dunwoody Rotarian donates $100 to The Rotary Foundation? We have done that intentionally since 2005 - recognized each year since then as a 100% Sustaining Club. We are also one of the few Million Dollar clubs in the world - a giving level we reached in 2015 under the leadership of then President Lorri Christopher and Foundation Chair Bill Mulkey. Ever wonder what happens to the money we donate? Here's the note I just received in my email - as many of you probably did - expressing thanks for our contribution!
Sunshine Revisited
Do You Know Who We Were Talking About?
The answers from last week's bulletin (and sunshine two weeks ago)
- Ray Huebschmann - college swimmer at the
University of Evansville in Indiana before competing for over four decades
of Masters swimming ... and master weightlifter
- Past President Gary Lane - the last founding member
and still current member of our club
- Roy Wise - celebrated his 30th
anniversary as a club member in July and one of our club members who has participated in a National Immunization Day in India for Polio
- Mark Galvin - sets up all the technology and allows our meetings to run smoothly every week ... and one of today's speakers.
Sunshine Revisited
Simple Ways to Predict Your Longevity
Editor's Note: Last week, a few members said they felt pretty good when they arrived at Rotary, until they heard Dave's sunshine and tried testing their grip strength. That said, we'd like to share some of the interesting information he included in his presentation for those curious about how long they'll live.
While a crystal ball might not be in the cards, a growing body of research suggests some simple physical tests could offer surprising clues. These aren't just for elite athletes; they're straightforward measures anyone can try. And there are some interesting studies that suggest the intensity of workouts and getting your heart pumping vigorously could be primary drivers for a longer life. [read more]