The Touchdown Times
October 2024
4th Edition
 
 
GET WELL SOON SAM!
 
 
You'll all be pleased to know that Sam is close to coming home! She still has a long road ahead, but I know she's ready to sleep in her own bed. Keep sending well wishes and good vibes her way!
 
 
 
 
Our first ever Halloween Ball was a great success! Thank you so much to everyone who showed up and showed out. 
 
A HUGE shoutout to the
Rotary Club of Bay St. Louis for taking this project on!
 
The decor was amazing, the food was delicious, and I can't wait to get the pictures up on the website soon!

 

The Rotary club of New Orleans Riverbend will be producing the Freret Street market on November 2nd from 11 AM until 4 PM at the corner of Freret and Jena. There will be over 75 art and food vendors, two bands/musicians, and plenty of cold Abita Amber. Admission is FREE and the beer is cost effective! For more information, click below!
Rotary Club of Slidell Launches Annual Beautiful Holiday Evergreen Fundraiser for Local Scholarships!
 
The spirit of giving is in the air as the Rotary Club of Slidell is thrilled to announce the return of our much-anticipated annual fundraiser, Beautiful Holiday Evergreens! This beloved event not only marks the beginning of the holiday season but also embodies the essence of Rotary’s commitment to service and education.
Hammond will be hosting a Movie Night Under the Stars on November 23, 2024, at Cate Square Park in Hammond. 
 
Kids events will begin at 4:00 PM with the movie beginning at 6:00 PM.
District-Sponsored Events
Tylertown DG Visit - CANCELLED
Oct. 31, 2024
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
 
Gulfport Anniversary (1921)
Nov. 01, 2024
 
Rotary Foundation Month
Nov. 01, 2024 - Nov. 30, 2024
 
2Q District 6840 Youth Service Meeting
Nov. 07, 2024
7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
 
Summit Anniversary (1938)
Nov. 11, 2024
 
St. Bernard DG Visit - CANCELLED
Nov. 14, 2024
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
 
MHFA Training 3
Nov. 16, 2024
8:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
 
Carrollton DG Visit - CANCELLED
Nov. 18, 2024
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
 
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October: Community Economic Development Month

Rotary clubs worldwide focus on sustainable development projects to support local and global communities. Key goals include building capacity for leaders, creating job opportunities, reducing poverty, and supporting career studies in economic development.

Ways to get involved:

  • Connect with your District Resource Network
  • Work with Rotary Action Groups or Community Corps
  • Partner with service organizations, microlenders, or cooperatives
  • Offer training on mobile banking or provide needed supplies

Let’s work together to make a lasting impact!

Northlake-Mandeville Rotary Club is proud to host its first annual Golf Tournament fundraiser. Sponsorships are filling up quickly for the November 18, 2024, event.  If you or your business is interested in any of the sponsorship levels on the form, please contact Chase Villeret at #504-884-1748 by phone or by text. You can also email him at chasevilleret@gmail.com.
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