AUGUST 28, 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:
Jackie Feathers, Chief Deputy Officer, of Astra Mental Health and Recovery shared about the critical and robust services provided by their organization. She updated us on the success of the merger between Valeo and Family Service & Guidance Center in January of this year that created Astra.
Announcements:
Lunch Bunch will resume for the 2026-2027 school year on September 2nd. We still need more volunteers. Sign up here.
Congratulations to Sandy Warren, who received her first Paul Harris recognition today! We have three more awards to give - it just might be you! Come next Friday to find out :)
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). Let us know if you didn't receive an invoice or need assistance navigating the new system.
Board updates from our August 25 meeting:
We have submitted our 2026 District Grant Applications. We'll share more with the club about the exciting direction for our grant and service projects.
We accepted the resignation of A.J. Patterson.
Upcoming Rotary Events:
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 14 – TSR After Hours, 5:30 p.m., Topeka Area Building Association
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
