President’s Message

Spring is officially here, and with it comes a renewed sense of energy and momentum. We reviewed the results of our member survey, and it’s clear that our club is strong, engaged, and committed to making an even greater impact in our community. This past Saturday was a perfect example—with three separate service projects happening on the same day, our members showed up in force and made a difference. It’s a great reminder that in Rotary, busy people get things done, and together, we continue to live out our mission of Service Above Self in meaningful ways.

Recap from Last Week’s Meeting

Laura Seberg led our meeting, which featured a deep dive into our membership survey. There was excellent engagement during the assembly, with 50 ideas generated for improving our club. The two main areas identified were personal engagement and stronger connections.

The results clearly show that we need to spend more time helping members get connected and feel a true sense of belonging. Moving forward, we will:

Schedule more “Pot Luck” socials
Include more “3-Minute Member Talks” during meetings
Develop a mentoring program for new members

Thank you to everyone who completed the survey and contributed to this meaningful discussion.

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This Week’s Meeting

Our guest speaker this week is Brian Ferguson, President and CEO of Habersham Electric Cooperative.

March 26 (Thursday, March 26, 2026)
11:45 AM
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia – Clayton

Lunch Menu

Ribs
Potato Salad
Baked Beans
Green Salad
Dessert

Next Week’s Program

We will hear from Chef Inger Smith.

April 2 (Thursday, April 2, 2026)
11:45 AM
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia – Clayton

Impact Club Update

March 24 (Tuesday, March 24)
6:00 PM
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia – Clayton

Service Above Self

We had FIVE service opportunities this past week:

Thursday: 85 meals packed after our meeting
Saturday morning: 15 Rotarians helped distribute food
Hillside Cemetery: Rotary and Interact members completed a spring cleanup
WOW Thrift Store: Members helped organize and price merchandise to support women in recovery
Monday: 7 Rotarians assisted with spring cleanup at the Foxfire Museum

Looking ahead:

Meal packing will continue after this Thursday’s meeting
Saturday: The Impact Club is leading a Baby/Toddler Clothes Drive at Clayton Walmart (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM), with donations benefiting First Impressions

These service opportunities allow us to be part of something bigger than ourselves. They are vital not only to our community but also to maintaining a positive outlook and purpose in our own lives. For more details, go to https://claytonrotary.com/rotary-calendars/#1761318541705-e4e0b76e-da68.

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