AUGUST 14, 2026 - Thank you to all that could join this week. if you weren't able to be there, here is what you missed:
Today's Meeting:
We toured the newly constructed Behavioral Health Unit at Shawnee County Corrections. Major Phelps gave us an in-depth look at the new unit and shared their innovative plans to help address the significant need in our community for integrated behavioral support in the corrections system. The unit will officially open on August 27. Thank you to Cassandra Taylor and Lori Rowe for making this unique opportunity available to our club!
Announcements:
Lunch Bunch will resume for the 2026-2027 school year on September 2nd. Look for a communication from Project lead, Lori Rowe, with sign-up and full calendar details.
We noted the CAAHT club feature in the August edition of Rotary magazine! Congratulations to our club member, Patti Mellard, for the international recognition of all the meaningful work you've spearheaded.
First quarter invoices (July-September dues) have been sent. You can now view your invoices and balance in ClubRunner. You may pay by check or Zeffy (same as before) or Paypal (with a fee).
Follow-up Information:
The Celebration of Life ceremony for Maggie Warren has been scheduled for August 23. Please find details for the service and Maggie's obituary on the Kevin Brennan site here.
Upcoming Rotary Events:
No After Hours for August - will resume in September!
August 15 – District 5710 TEAM Training
August 25 – Topeka South Rotary Board meeting
September 2 – Lunch Bunch (service opportunity)
September 9 – TSR After Hours, 5:30 p.m., The Hairy Beast (Barrington Village)
September 23 – TSR After Hours, 5:30 p.m., Faron Barr's home
October 23 & 24 – District 5710 Conference in Manhattan
October 25 - Topeka South Annual Pumpkin Run
Print & Post a Flyer (link) and Consider Becoming a Sponsor (link)
October 29 - TSR Social, hosted by Dale Smith, at Carpet One
