What is Rotary’s focus for September?

September is Basic Education and Literacy Month for Rotary. The month focuses on nurturing minds, fostering growth, and supporting education through reading, writing, and lifelong learning.

How does the Rotary Club of Clayton support basic education and literacy?

The Rotary Club of Clayton supports basic education and literacy by donating books each week to Rabun County schools in honor of guest speakers and distributing approximately 185 dictionaries to local elementary schools.

Why does the Rotary Club of Clayton support printed dictionaries?

The newsletter notes that printed dictionaries help students learn alphabetical order, explore words, improve spelling, understand context, and stay focused without the distractions of online ads.

What educational programs will the Rotary Club of Clayton discuss later in September?

Later in September, the club plans to share more about its work with Interact Clubs in Rabun County, Rabun Gap Nacoochee School, and Tallulah Falls High School, as well as scholarships, GRSP student support, and the RYLA program.

When is World Literacy Day?

World Literacy Day is September 8. The newsletter describes it as a day of renewed commitment and action in support of education and literacy.

When and where is the September 3, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton meeting?

The September 3, 2026 Rotary Club of Clayton luncheon meeting will be held at 11:30 AM in the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia Rotary Community Room.

What is on the lunch menu for the September 3 Rotary meeting?

The lunch menu for the September 3 Rotary meeting includes grilled and fried pork chops, red parsley potatoes, green beans, salad, and banana pudding.

Who is speaking at next week’s Rotary Club of Clayton program?

Next week’s program will feature Kim Arant, Tiger Mountain Vineyard Sales Director, who will speak about developments at the winery, including The Retreats at Tiger Mountain.

When is the next Impact Club meeting?

The next Impact Club monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, September 8, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM in the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia Rotary Community Room.

When is the Impact Club one-year anniversary celebration?

The Impact Club one-year anniversary celebration is scheduled for Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. More details will be announced.

What volunteer opportunities are listed for September?

September volunteer opportunities include meal packing for kids after the Thursday lunch meeting, Stekoa Creek Clean-up on September 12, dictionary distribution on September 16 and 17, Clayton Rotary Chefs at the RCHS football game on September 18, Food Distribution at Rabun Gap Presbyterian Church on September 19, and Foxfire Clean-up on September 30.

When is the Stekoa Creek Clean-up?

The Stekoa Creek Clean-up is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

When is dictionary distribution scheduled?

Dictionary distribution is scheduled for September 16 and September 17, 2026.

When will Clayton Rotary Chefs cook at the Rabun County High School football game?

Clayton Rotary Chefs will cook at the Rabun County High School football game on Friday, September 18, 2026, at 5:30 PM.

When is the Food Distribution at Rabun Gap Presbyterian Church?

The Food Distribution at Rabun Gap Presbyterian Church is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 6:45 AM.

When is the Foxfire Clean-up?

The Foxfire Clean-up is scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

When are Community Dental Clinic volunteer opportunities listed?

The Community Dental Clinic is listed for Friday, September 11, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Denture Clinic volunteer observation and training opportunities are listed for September 10 and September 24 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

What is Hoppy to Help at Foxfire?

Hoppy to Help at Foxfire is listed for September 3, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

What fellowship idea is the Rotary Club of Clayton exploring?

The Rotary Club of Clayton is exploring the idea of creating small special-interest groups to bring a new element of fellowship to the club. Members are asked to provide input and small group ideas through the survey linked in the newsletter.

Where can members find Rotary Club of Clayton events?

Members can find Rotary Club of Clayton events on the club calendar at claytonrotary.com/rotary-calendars/.

What reminder is included about member contact information?

Members are reminded to watch for an email asking them to update their member contact information.

What items are needed for Food Bank donations?

The Food Bank is requesting plastic grocery bags, peanut butter and jelly, cereal, soups, crackers, rice, chili and beans, pasta, pasta sauce, beef stew, canned meats, fruits, vegetables, and cash donations. Checks may be made payable to Food Bank of Northeast Georgia with NEGA Foodbank – Clayton, GA in the memo line.