The Literacy Legacy
March 2026
2nd Edition
District Conference Registration: Donโ€™t miss out on the District Conferenceโ€”get registered and get ready for inspiration, connection, and Rotary fun. ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿค
Hotel Information: Planning your stay? Find hotel details and booking information to secure your conference accommodations. ๐Ÿจโœจ
Sponsorships: Looking to support the conference and showcase your club or business? Explore available sponsorship opportunities. ๐Ÿ’™๐ŸŒŸ
Spring Into the Arts Raffle

Rotary Club of Ocean Springs โ€“ Spring Into the Arts Raffle ๐ŸŽจ

Take a chance to win while supporting local arts programs! The Spring Raffle features a grand prize of two E-Bikes with accessories, plus early bird prizes including luxury stay packages and a bourbon basket.

Tickets can be purchased anywhere in the U.S., and you do not need to be present to win. Must be 18+ to purchase and 21+ for alcohol-related prizes. Winners are responsible for applicable taxes and prize pickup.

All proceeds benefit the arts programs of the Ocean Springs School District. Enter by March 29th.

๐Ÿ€ Shamrock Charity Run ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

Join the fun and support a great cause! The Shamrock Charity Run, hosted by the Hammond Rotary Club, will take place March 21st.

Register below or on the Shamrock Run โ€“ Hammond, Louisiana Facebook page and help make a difference in the community. ๐Ÿ’š

Alan Test Memorial Beach Cleanup ๐Ÿ–

Join the Rotary Club of Ocean Springs for the Alan Test Memorial Beach Cleanup and help keep our beautiful coast clean! Volunteers are invited to spend the morning making a difference in the community.

๐Ÿ“… March 21, 2026
โฐ 9 AM โ€“ 12 PM
๐Ÿ“ Ocean Springs Yacht Club
๐ŸŽฏ Chair: Will Plauche

Come out, lend a hand, and help protect our coastline! ๐ŸŒŠ

โœจ Magic of Reading โ€“ Stronger Together ๐Ÿ“š

Join the Rotary Club of Slidell for a fun, family-friendly celebration of reading!

๐Ÿ“… March 14 | โฐ 11 AM โ€“ 3 PM
๐Ÿ“ Boys & Girls Club of Slidell

Meet local authors, enjoy interactive storytelling, hands-on activities, food, prizes, and moreโ€”including a vintage fire truck and Pluggie the Robot! ๐Ÿค–๐Ÿš’

๐ŸŽ‰ FREE family event! Bring the kids and join the fun!

๐ŸŽจ St. Charles Rotary Alligator Festival Poster Contest ๐ŸŠ

Itโ€™s that time again! The St. Charles Rotary Club is excited to announce the annual Alligator Festival Poster Contest. Young artists are invited to show off their creativity and design a poster celebrating the spirit and fun of the Alligator Festival.

For contest details and entry information, check out their Facebook page. Get those art supplies ready and start creating! ๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธโœจ

๐ŸŒŠ March is Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene

In March, Rotary clubs around the world focus on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)โ€”one of Rotaryโ€™s key Areas of Focus. Access to clean water and proper sanitation is essential for healthy communities, yet millions of people worldwide still lack these basic necessities.

Through service projects, partnerships, and global grants, Rotarians are helping provide sustainable clean water systems, safe sanitation, and hygiene education to communities in need. ๐Ÿ’ง

When communities gain access to clean water, health improves, children attend school more regularly, and entire communities thrive.

Together, Rotarians continue to make a lasting impactโ€”one project, one community, and one drop at a time. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’™

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๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ“˜โœจ Stay in the loop & donโ€™t miss the fun! Want updates? Join our Facebook groupโ€”click the link below ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ”—
Upcoming Events
Governor's Retreat
Mar. 10, 2026
 
District 6840 Team Workshop
The Escape Warehouse
Mar. 28, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
 
District Grant Closing Deadline
Mar. 31, 2026
 
Grant Management Seminar #2
via ZOOM
Apr. 06, 2026
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
 
Slidell Anniversary (1963)
Apr. 27, 2026
 
Grant Management Seminar #3
via ZOOM
Apr. 29, 2026
6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
 
District Conference 2026
850 Bayview Avenue
Apr. 30, 2026 - May 03, 2026 Central Daylight Time (UTC-05:00)
 
District Conference
IP Casino Resort & Spa
May 01, 2026 - May 02, 2026
 
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๐ŸŽ“ Northlake-Mandeville Rotary Scholarship Program

Now in its 28th year, the Northlake-Mandeville Rotary Scholarship Program continues its commitment to supporting the next generation of leaders. On April 26, the club will award four $12,000 scholarships to outstanding high school seniors in our community.

This program recognizes deserving students for whom this scholarship can truly make a differenceโ€”helping them achieve their goals as college students and future community leaders. ๐ŸŒŸ

If you are interested in sponsoring or supporting this impactful program, please contact:
๐Ÿ“ž Doug Place โ€“ 337-224-0786
๐Ÿ“ž Matthew Greene โ€“ 985-237-4033

๐ŸŒŽ Rotary Friendship Exchange Opportunity! ๐ŸŒฒ๐Ÿ‡

Weโ€™re excited to share an upcoming Rotary Friendship Exchange to the beautiful Pacific Northwest (District 5100), covering the northern third of Oregon and southwest Washington State.

๐Ÿ“… Proposed dates: September 22 โ€“ October 3/4 (approximately 12 days)
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ The visit will span three unique regions, featuring stunning mountains, rivers, lakes, and diverse agricultureโ€”including vineyards.

Interested in learning more or participating?
๐Ÿ“ง Contact: Karen Babin โ€“ ksbabin@gmail.com
๐Ÿ“ฑ Text: 518-588-9096

Adventure, fellowship, and Rotary connections await! โœจ๐Ÿค

๐Ÿ’ก SPOTLIGHT YOUR CLUB & EVENTS! ๐Ÿ’ก

๐Ÿ“ฃโœจ Got an event, project, or exciting news? Donโ€™t keep it a secret! ๐Ÿšจ๐ŸŽ‰ We want to see all the amazing things your club is up toโ€”events donโ€™t promote themselves! ๐Ÿ‘€

๐Ÿ“ฌ Send the deets to Ashley Mayley-Yarber at ashley.mayley.5@gmail.com and let our newsletter fairy ๐Ÿงšโ€โ™€๏ธโœจ turn your info into shiny newsletter gold ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ“ฐโ€”giving your club and event the spotlight they deserve!

๐ŸŽŠ Go aheadโ€ฆ show off a little! ๐ŸŽŠ