Rotary Club of Clayton Weekly Newsletter
Week of Thursday, November 5th, 2026
November is Rotary Foundation Month, highlihting one of three parts of the Rotary Structure.
President’s Message
Rotary is made up of three parts: Rotary International supports Rotary clubs by coordinating global programs and initiatives, and offering leadership development, learning materials, and resources. The Rotary Foundation funds global initiatives and helps Rotary members advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace by improving health, providing quality education, improving the environment, and alleviating poverty. Rotary clubs gather in person to exchange ideas, build relationships, and take action. Together, we work to make lasting changes in our communities and around the world.
Next week we will highlight the Rotary Foundation. However, in preparation for our Thursday Lunch Program presenter, Paul Mathews, our Rotary #6910 District Governor, I thought of focusing on the structure of Rotary International.
The Rotary world is divided into 34 zones, each with approximately the same number of Rotarians. Zones are paired together, and each pair of Zones elects a director to serve a two-year term on the Rotary International Board of Directors, for a total of 19 directors. And each director is responsible for providing support to the districts within their zone. This year Zone 33/34 Director is Marshall Butler of the Rotary Club of West Jacksonville (District 6970).
The 34 Zones are grouped into approximately 520 districts. Districts are led by governors, who serve an important role in Rotary. Rotary clubs in their districts nominate them because of their leadership skills, Rotary experience, and dedication to service. District governors are trained extensively both in their regions and together with the International Assembly. District governors serve for one year, leading a team of assistant governors and district committees in supporting and strengthening clubs and motivating them to carry out service projects. They visit or check in virtually with each Rotary club in the district during the year, oversee the development of new clubs, and plan the district conference and other special events. We are looking forward to welcoming Paul, District #6910 Governor, this week!
This Week’s Meeting Guest Speaker:
November 5th, 2026
11:45 AM – Luncheon Club Meeting
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia Rotary Community Room
LUNCH MENU: Chicken Tenders (Fried & Grilled), Lima Beans, Mashed Potatoes,
Cole Slaw and Blackberry Cobbler.
Next Week’s Program
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Meeting on Tuesday, November10thth 10th, fellowship 6:00PM Meeting 6:15PM, Walmart Food Drive Service Saturday, November 14th 8:00AM – 2:00PM, and Cannonwood Assisted Living Movie-Night Service Tuesday, November 17th, 6:00-7:30 PM.
Service Above Self
Click Here for Full Week of Impact Facebook Post
Taking small steps to focus on Environment and Sustainability:
- Meal Packing for KIDS After Thursday Lunch Club Meeting this week
Other Important Dates for Volunteer Opportunity
Rotary Cooks November 6th at 5:30 PM
Stekoa Creek Clean-up November 13th 10AM
Food Distribution November 21st at 6:45 AM
Community Dental: November 6th and December 4th at 8:00 AM -12:00 PM;
Interact Student Mentorship Opportunities: Contact Allison Beck!
Feed the Need” Campaign November 14th-21st
PLEASE START BRINGING CANNED GOODS TO OUR MEETINGS!
For more details contact: Amy Hulett
CANSTRUCTION EVENT – November 19th Rotary
Fun Fellowship – Thursday evening October 29th Click Here for Facebook Post of Social
Thank you to Paige Coffey, Family of Rotary, the decorating committee, Sweet Charity performance and Food Contributions. It was amazing.
Keep our Members in Need in your Thoughts and Prayers!
Find these events and more at:
https://claytonrotary.com/rotary-calendars/
We need your help to fill out our speaker programs for 2027.
Reminder to please register for committee(s) Click Here
Food Bank Donations
Most Needed Items
- Plastic Grocery Bags
- Peanut Butter & Jelly
- Cereal
- Soups
- Crackers
- Rice
- Chili & Beans
- Pasta
- Pasta Sauce
- Beef Stew
- Canned Meats
- Fruits
- Vegetables
Cash Donations Welcome
Checks Payable To: Food Bank of Northeast Georgia
Memo: NEGA Foodbank – Clayton, GA
Yours in Rotary Service,
Laura Seberg
President
Rotary Club of Clayton
November 5 Newsletter FAQs
When and where is the November 5 Rotary luncheon meeting?
The luncheon meeting is Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 11:45 AM in the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia Rotary Community Room.
Who is this week’s guest speaker?
Paul Mathews, Rotary District 6910 Governor, is this week’s Thursday Lunch Program presenter.
What is the November 5 lunch menu?
Lunch includes chicken tenders (fried and grilled), lima beans, mashed potatoes, cole slaw and blackberry cobbler.
When does the Impact Club meet?
The newsletter lists a Tuesday, November 10 meeting, with fellowship at 6:00 PM and the meeting at 6:15 PM.
What volunteer dates are listed?
Dates include Rotary Cooks on November 6 at 5:30 PM; Community Dental on November 6 and December 4 from 8:00 AM to noon; Stekoa Creek cleanup on November 13 at 10:00 AM; the Walmart Food Drive on November 14 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM; the Feed the Need campaign November 14–21; Cannonwood Assisted Living Movie-Night Service on November 17 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM; Canstruction on November 19; and food distribution on November 21 at 6:45 AM.
What items does the Food Bank need?
Requested items include plastic grocery bags, peanut butter and jelly, cereal, soups, crackers, rice, chili and beans, pasta, pasta sauce, beef stew, canned meats, fruits and vegetables. Cash donations are also welcome.
