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| 1 12:15p Buckhead: Gary P. Stokan, CEO & President, Peach Bowl, Inc.
Guest  Gary P. Stokan is CEO and president of Peach Bowl, Inc., a position he has held since 1998. Under his management, Peach Bowl, Inc. events have generated an economic impact of $1.299 billion and $ 79.34 million in direct government tax revenue for the city of Atlanta and state of Georgia since 1999. Stokan has positioned the Peach Bowl as one of the best bowl game organizations in the nation, and earned the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl a position as a New Year’s Six bowl game in the College Football Playoff (CFP) and will host future CFP Semifinal games in 2022 and 2025. Stokan also inked contracts with Mercedes-Benz Stadium through 2025 and with Chick-fil-A to continue its title sponsorship of both the Bowl and Kickoff Games through 2025.
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Invocation: Marilyn Morgan Induction -Liz Martin, Sponsor: Denise Starling Induction: Brooke Wilson, Sponsor: Ty Tippett 12:15p Sandy Springs: Dr. Kathryn McClymond, President of Oglethorpe University
Guest
This week we welcome our guest speaker, Dr. Kathryn McClymond, President of Oglethorpe University.
Dr. McClymond leads one of metro Atlanta’s historic liberal arts universities and is the first woman to serve as its president, bringing a powerful perspective on higher education, leadership, and community partnerships. Her work to make an independent liberal arts education more accessible and affordable directly aligns with Rotary’s focus on education, youth, and strengthening local communities.
About the Speaker
Dr. Kathryn McClymond is the 18th President of Oglethorpe University, where she previously served as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs; she is also the first woman to hold the presidency in the university’s 189-year history. A historian of religions with expertise in Hinduism and Judaism, she spent more than two decades on the faculty and in academic leadership at Georgia State University before joining Oglethorpe. Disclaimer: This summary was auto-generated and may contain errors. Please verify details with official Oglethorpe University sources if needed. 
| 2 10 North Fulton: Crafts, Bingo and Lunch at Milton Senior Center This year, we are using our District Community Grant funds to engage with seniors in our North Fulton Community. We will lead them in a craft, bingo games and provide lunch to them on December 2nd. Location: Milton Senior Center, 15690 Hopewell Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004 A sign-up genius will be created as we get closer to this date. You do not need to participate in all activities. The general timeframe will be: 10:00 am: craft project 11:00 am: bingo games 12:00 pm: lunch Questions: Call Lisa at (770) 856-9509 | 3 12p Newnan: Off Site - City of Hope
Guest Off Site City of Hope: Jonathan Wakins – President and Kristen Higgins, MD – Chief Clinical Officer set to speak. They will tag team the presentation and just talk about City of Hope as a system, the future of our presence here in Georgia, clinical trials, and touch on our clinical differentiators. | 4 12:15p Roswell: Farrell Middleton - The Bell Curve of Life
Guest Farrell Middleton founded The Bell Curve of Life in 2022 to inspire positive change for individuals and organizations. His mission is to help people become A-level performers and support leaders in creating A-level environments. Since launching the program, Farrell has connected with hundreds of people through one-on-one sessions, small groups, company presentations, contractor accreditation classes, and public speaking engagements. After a successful 36-year career in residential land development and homebuilding, Farrell transitioned to his long-anticipated second career as a teacher, speaker, and author. This shift, made at age 57, has allowed him to share his passion for growth and leadership while engaging with people in meaningful ways. In 2025, Farrell became a published author with the release of his first book, A Performer/A Environment. The book presents a practical framework for personal and professional growth and serves as the cornerstone of The Bell Curve of Life program. Farrell’s programs draw on his extensive personal and professional experiences. A Georgia Tech honors graduate, he held senior leadership roles with both private and public organizations in the thriving Atlanta housing market. Over his career, he managed hundreds of employees, directed diverse teams, and navigated complex group dynamics. A Savannah native and the youngest of four, Farrell met his wife Kathy in high school. Married since 1986, they’ve raised two daughters, Pfeiffer and Collier, who now reside in the Atlanta area. | 5 11:30 Dunwoody: Holiday Luncheon at Dunwoody Country ClubRegister Please Join us for our Annual Holiday Luncheon and TOYS for TOTS Drive at the Dunwoody Country Club. 1600 Dunwoody Club Drive, SandySprings, GA 30350 Come enjoy fabluous food, fellowship and the RCD Tradition of being entertained by the charming Dresden Elemenatry School Choir featuring Holiday classics along with some delighful new songs. Please RSVP. You can make a reservation by clicking the "REGISTER" button on the Calender
More Details to follow. Contact Alison Norris 678-596-7695 for more Information. | 6 11 Brookhaven: Salvation Army Bell Rining We will be looking for members to cover one hour or two hour shifts. Location is in front of the Kroger at 3871 Peachtree Road, NE. Family and friends are welcome to join. 11:30 North Cobb: Kennesaw's Holiday Parade Calling all Rotarians, this December we are thrilled to share that we will be participating in the family filled event, Kennesaw Holiday Parade. We will be walking the route wearing Rotary apparel and carrying Rotary branded flags/banners.
Come join us in this festive event to kick off our holiday season.
The parade route will start in Adams Park, Kennesaw Parks and Recreation building 2753 Watts Dr, Kennesaw, GA 30144
Meet up time: 11:30PM
Parade Time: 12-1pm
Sign Up HERE
6p Sandy Springs: Holiday PartyRegister
We'll gather for our annual Holiday Party on Saturday, December 6, from 6-9pm. The Schroeder's will host at their home, 8940 River Run, Sandy Springs, 30350. Please reply as soon as possible by clicking on REGISTER above, and not later than Friday, November 28, if you'll be attending and whether you'll be bringing a guest. Yours in Rotary Service, Nancy
6:30p Vinings Cumberland: Holiday Party - Olde Ivy at Vinings neighborhood clubhouseRegister Plan to join us for the Vinings Cumberland Rotary Holiday Party! We'll again be at the Olde Ivy at Vinings neighborhood clubhouse: 4665 Ivygate Cir SE, Smyrna 30080. Please RSVP for yourself and any guests you will bring prior to December 6th. Vinings Cumberland Rotarians will attend free of charge, $50 for any guests will be added to your registration when registering. Rotarians: FREE Guests: $50 per person |
7 | 8 1p Roswell: RUMC JOB FAIR Come one come all. RUMC is looking for employers interested in expanding their job force. This event brings in 100-150 people looking for job opportunities. | 9 5p Newnan: Board Meeting Meeting will be held at: Strickland Debrow LLP
246 Bullsboro Drive, Suite A
Newnan, GA 30263 Contact Kim Debrow for more information. | 10 6:30p North Cobb: Volunteer: Women's Extension Dinner Volunteers needed to bring sides for 30 people, serve dinner, and cleanup. The Extension is a faith based, 12 step, recovery program for both men and women. The residential program has Marietta facilities on Church St. Extension for the men and Holiday St. for women. North Cobb Rotary has provided dinner on a monthly basis for going on 15 years. It is a chance to get to know your fellow members in service as well as provide some encouragement for the men and women in recovery. Residents are required to gain employment during their residence and they receive counseling, job preparation and life skills in addition to the recovery process. This is an opportunity to get to know your members and be an encourager to these residents as they transform their lives. NCRC Champion contact: Cindy Haslock
| 11 6p Newnan: Christmas Social
Guest Rotary Christmas Social
Date: December 11
Time: 6:00 PM... 8:30 PM
Location: Newnan Centre
The holidays are here and it is time to celebrate together. Join us for our annual Christmas Social filled with good food, fellowship, music, and a few surprises throughout the evening. This is a relaxed night to spend time with fellow Rotarians and guests as we wrap up another year of service to our community.
Dress is festive... bring your Christmas spirit... and be ready to enjoy a great evening.
RSVP by December 4 so we can ensure catering has an accurate headcount. Please include the number of guests you plan to bring.
Let’s close out the year the Rotary way... together.
8:30 Vinings Cumberland: Youth Villages Holiday Heroes "duffle shuffle" volunteer activity Volunteer service activity, helping stuff holiday duffle bags for kids at Youth Villages residential psychiatric treatment facility in Douglasville: Inner Harbour Campus - Youth Villages Similar to last year, volunteers will arrive at our
Douglasville campus around 8:30-9am, we’ll work stuffing/sorting duffels until
around 11:30am, break for lunch (provided by youth villages), then Matt Jarrard be
offering tours of the campus for anyone who wants to join. Everything should
be wrapped up by 1:30-2pm at the latest.
As in the past, this is open to Rotarians, friends,
and family (we ask that any kids be at least 18 years old). Please RSVP to Matt at matthew.jarrard@youthvillages.org or 770-880-6984 | 12 | 13 |
14 | 15 12:15p Sandy Springs: Rotary Regular Meeting – Guest Speaker: Colleen SanjurjoSpeaker: Colleen Sanjurjo
Guest This week we welcome our guest speaker, Colleen Sanjurjo, Executive Director of Keep North Fulton Beautiful. Colleen oversees community programs that encourage recycling, environmental education, and sustainable living for residents and businesses across North Fulton. Her work mobilizing volunteers, partnering with local governments, and expanding environmental outreach aligns closely with Rotary’s focus on service, stewardship, and improving quality of life in our community. About the Speaker
Colleen Sanjurjo serves as Executive Director of Keep North Fulton Beautiful, a Keep America Beautiful affiliate that operates the Sandy Springs recycling center and leads education and cleanup programs throughout the area. A longtime supporter of the center, she brings experience from roles in law and marketing, along with a Bachelor of Arts in international affairs from the University of Georgia, and is focused on growing KNFB’s impact through expanded education, fundraising, and community engagement initiatives. Disclaimer: This summary was auto generated and may contain errors. 
| 16 6p Buckhead: Holiday Party @ Cherokee Town ClubRegister Come and join in the festivities at the Cherokee Town Club at 155 W. Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta and celebrate some holiday cheer. This not to miss event is h oliday/business attire. Valet parking available, no tipping. | 17 12p Newnan: Andy Robinson (Motivational Speaker)
Guest
December 17 Speaker... Andy Robinson
Topic: TENACIOUS — The Jeremy Williams Story We are excited to welcome motivational speaker Andy Robinson as he shares the inspiring Georgia story of Coach Jeremy Williams and the Williams family. Coach Williams served as the head football coach in Greenville GA and led his team to an undefeated regular season in 2009 while courageously battling ALS. During that same year he was named National Coach of the Year and recognized by the AJC for the top sports story in Georgia. This presentation highlights the strength and faith of the Williams family as they face ALS and raise their son who has Spina Bifida. The message is powerful... emotional... and a reminder of what perseverance truly looks like. Andy has presented this story at more than 38 events across Georgia including Rotary clubs in Buckhead, Gainesville, Albany, Columbus, Marietta, Valdosta, and most recently... Carrollton. The program includes a dynamic slideshow and video elements that bring the story to life. Join us for a meaningful and motivating program you will not forget.
7:30 Thomasville: Coffee Chat Join fellow Rotarians for coffee at Grassroots Coffee. No agenda, no program. Grab a cup to go or sit down and get to know fellow Rotarians better. | 18 7:30 North Cobb: Program Speaker: RJ Patel
Guest Meet Mr. RJ Patel. Local business owner of PCT Clean and PCT Janitorial, RJ has build a business that saves lives, literally. He is community forward and just wait until you hear his story. He will share his international work teaching hospitals the importance of saving lives so their patients can survive the affliction that brought them in, in the first place. No Politics-No Religion-just Help others (And playing a little soccer from time to time)
5:30p Tucker: Happy Hour - Location TBD Join us as we partner with businesses in the community for social, networking, and camaraderie. Bring friends to learn more about the Rotary Club of Tucker. Each month we explore different businesses in the tucker area. Check back for updates and location details. | 19 | 20 |
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28 3:30 North Cobb: Forever Fed Volunteers needed to hand out food with Forever Fed. Thank you! Location: Desktop Kennesaw, 3070 North Main Street, Kennesaw, GA 30101 | 29 | 30 | 31 | | | |
