Recent Programs 

Kelly McCutcheon of Georgia Public Policy Foundation

Rotarian Brenda Fitzgerald introduced Kelly McCutcheon, Vice President of the Georgia Public Policy Foundation. Mr. McCutcheon shared information on the happenings with Georgia politics during this past legislative session.

David Carriker of Boys and Girls Clubs

Boys and Girls Club Regional Vice President, David Carriker, shares information on Carrollton's participation in the new club. Rotary Club of Carrollton will contribute $5,000 per year for the next three years. The first donation has been made in 2009.

Carleton Wood of Hills and Dales Gardens

Rotarian Bob Harris introduced Carleton Wood, Executive Director of Hills and Dales Gardens in LaGrange.

Dave Francoeur

David Francoeur shares insights into the life of a father of a major league baseball player. He is the father of Atlanta Brave Jeff Francoeur.

Coach David Weeks

Coach David Weeks

Coach David Weeks, Carrollton Parks and Recreation Department, entertains Rotarians with his informative program. Coach Weeks has been the coach of the Carrollton Bluefins Swim Team since 1985. He serves as a community coach for all of the local high schools.

Rotarian Leonard Woolsey on Positively Carroll County

Rotarian Leonard Woolsey inspires Rotarians with the vision of Positively Carroll County and the success of the program since its inception in October 2008.

The Seven Project

Mike Holt, Director, shares how The Seven Project is helping teenagers share about the critical issues they faces, such as abuse and suicide.

Captain Cope Rowell on Tours of Duty

Tuesday, March 4, 2009

Rotarian Dick Tisinger introduced Captain Cope Rowell of Bowdon who recently returned from active duty in the Army. Captain Rowell shared information on his tours of duty in Afghanistan and in Iraq.

Dr. VonEschenbach - John Von's Adventure Through Cultural Diversity

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Dr. John VonEschenbach shares with Rotarians his story of living with cultural diversity. John Von spoke on various diversities that shaped his life and family. John Von challenged us all to celebrate our sameness because we are all God's children.

Bowdon Mayor Jim Watts

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Bowdon Mayor Jim Watts shares his humor while providing information on the current progress in the city of Bowdon.

Valentine's Day Program Entertaining with Mike Steed

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Mike Steed entertained Rotarians and their special guests during the Valentine's Day program. Mike shared stories of life in Bowdon and with his former golf buddy, Lewis Grizzard.

Club Assembly Day

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Club assembly provided a wonderful opportunity for a work session for each of the committees.

January 2009

Dr. Holly Robinson Shares Bright From the Start Achievements

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Dr. Holly Robinson, Commissioner for Bright From the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning, gave an informative presentation about her state agency and the programs that flow through it.

Presidential Inauguration Shared by Rotarians

Tuesday, January 20, 2009

As people around the world gathered to watch the momentous inauguration of the 44th President of the United Stated of America, Carrollton Rotarians shared the event during their meeting on January 20, 2009.

Director of Game Operations of Atlanta Thrashers and Atlanta Hawks

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

With more than two million visitors each year, Philips Arena in Atlanta is the nation’s top concert a and sports arena and the second busiest in the world, according to Peter Sorckoff, director of game operations for the Atlanta Hawks and the Atlanta Thrashers. Many of those are loyal fans that regularly come to see the Hawks and Thrashers play, said Sorckoff, whose staff markets both teams. “My team is what I call the smoke-and-mirrors group,” he said. “We are directly responsible for packaging the experience so when fans leave, they feel they got value for their dollar.” Giving back is also important and players from both teams spent more than 1,000 hours in community service last year.

Tom Hodgson of Road Safe America

Tuesday, January 9, 2009

Road Safe America board member Tom Hodgson presented a program on purpose of Road Safe America in reducing traffic accidents between eighteen-wheel trucks and passenger vehicles. More information on this organization can be found at www.roadsafeamerica.org.

December 2008

Senator Bill Hamrick

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

State Senator Bill Hamrick (l) presented a preview of the upcoming session of the Georgia General Assembly for the Carrollton Rotary Club. The program was arranged by Rotarian Ben Butler (r).

November 2008

Rotarian Kathy Brandt Shares Information on Group Study Exchange

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Dunwoody Rotary Club President Kathy Brandt visits Rotary Club of Carrollton to share information on the Group Study Exchange (GSE).

Southwire Senior Vice President of IT, Phil Tuggle

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Phil Tuggle speaks on technology initiatives and awards at Southwire. Southwire was recently named number 6 in Information Week for innovative uses of technology.

Former Secretary of the Army, Bo Callaway Speaks on Veteran's Day

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Mr. Callaway speaks to Rotary Club on Veteran's Day on his service as Secretary of the Army under Presidents Nixon and Ford, Callaway Gardens, and the recent presidential election.

Carrollton Artist Steve Penley and "The Reconstruction of America"

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Steve Penley entertained the club with his wit while discussing the release of his new book, "The Reconstruction of America". The book is a compilation of many of his paintings of various American icons with Steve's commentary regarding the subject's influence on the time. In the picture shown, Steve presents Rotarian Jim Cooper with a copy for the Neva Lomason Library.

October 2008

Kim Jones Shares Success of Community Foundation of West Georgia

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Kim Jones of the Community Foundation of West Georgia (www.cfwg.net) provided an inspiring look into the workings of the foundation. Established in 2002, the foundation grew to $21.5 million at the end of 2007, of which $7.2 million were endowment funds. Very critical community work is made possible through the work of the foundation.

Fellow Rotarian Lynn Kress Explains District and Club Database

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Fellow Rotarian Lynn Kress discussed the many features and tools available to club members through the District 6900 Club Database. She invited members to contact her if assistance is needed with accessing the database and encouraged all members to update their information and utilize the tool.

Carrollton Native Mark Parkman Shares Insights on Televising the Olympics

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Mark Parkman provided us with an intriguing behind the scenes look at the processes involved in televising the Olympic Games. Mark, son of Rotarian David Parkman, is an '83 graduate of Carrollton High School and an '87 graduate of the University of Georgia. He has worked on seven Olympic Games and won an Emmy for coverage of the Salt Lake City Games. Mark oversees the Operations of Olympic Broadcasting Services.

Senator Eric Johnson Presents Plan on Competition for Education

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Senate President Pro Tempore Eric Johnson (R-Savannah) shared his plan for a school voucher system available to all students in the state. Under the plan, parents would be able to choose the school for their child - public or private.

September 2008

Jay Langley on Boy Scouts of America

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Jay Langley, District Commissioner of Three Rivers District, reminds Rotarians to lead with our heads, hearts, and hands.

UWG Wolves Football with Coach Dickey

Tuesday, September 23, 2008