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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

April 28, 2026


Meetings

April is Environment Month

4/30 Orvis, by Truel Myers
5/7 Narcotics Panel with City of Thomasville, Thomas County, and GBI
5/14 A Glimpse into Georgia's Climate Future | John Lanier
5/21 Second Harvest: Pack & Sort Produce
5/28 Updates from a South American Farmer
6/4 Club and GRSP Awards
6/11 Update on Literacy in Thomas County
6/18 Second Harvest: Pack & Sort Produce

Events

5/7 Wine or Whine
5/20 Coffee Chat
5/23 Fresh Produce Market at Weston Park
5/28 Blood Drive
6/4 Wine or Whine
6/17 Coffee Chat
6/20 Fresh Produce Market at Weston Park
7/15 Coffee Chat

ROTARY CLUB OF
Thomasville

Thursdays, 12:15 pm
The Plaza Restuarant
217 Broad St
Thomasville, GA 31792

LEADERSHIP

President Nathaniel Tyler
President-Elect Joe Tarver
Immediate PP Marta Jones-Turner
Treasurer Warren Ballard
Secretary Anne Candelaria Flores
Executive Secretary/Director Teri White
Past President André Marria

Directors

Public Image David Sofferin
Membership Arthur Wigfall
Service Projects Melanie Cromartie
Foundation Jason Goldman
Youth Service Chandler Giddes
Admin Sally Bowman

Rotary Online

https://thomasvillerotary.org
https://rotary6900.org/
https://rotary.org/

YEARS OF SERVICE

4/1 Andy Vann (37)
4/1 William Blackburn (50)
4/8 Warren Ballard (5)
8 years in Rotary
4/13 Will Brown, III (7)
4/15 Charles Dixon (27)
4/25 Sally Bowman (2)
4/25 Clark Lunsford (2)

Survey
Your input needed!


As we look toward the next Rotary year, we want to ensure our club’s energy and resources are focused where they matter most – both for our community and for you – so we are conducting a brief Spring 2026 Member Survey.

Please respond at the link above by Thursday, May 7. If you are not comfortable completing the survey online, there are copies at the back table at the Rotary meeting. Please return a completed copy next week.

Survey
Quiz: Name That Rotarian!

The program committee for 2026 -2027 is adding a segment called Name That Rotarian to our meetings. Club members will be able to guess the identities of other members by seeing early photos along with some fun facts about them.

Submit your photos and completed questionnaire to Anna Lee to play along.



Thursday, April 30
Truel Myers Shares The Joy of Fly Fishing

Our guest on Thursday, April 30 will be Truel Myers, a legend in the world of fly fishing. He will share The Joy of Fly Fishing.

Truel is a master casting instructor and one of the most recognized and respected educators at the Orvis Fly Fishing School. Throughout his career, Truel has taught countless anglers the art and technique of fly casting, with an emphasis on patience, precision, and a genuine love for the outdoors.

Known for his passion, expertise, and ability to make the sport accessible to anyone, Truel has inspired generations of fly fishers across the country. 

Welcome to May!
May: Youth Services Month and Upcoming Programs


Next week, we welcome May as Youth Services Month. Here are the upcoming events and programs to look forward to:

  • Thursday, May 7:
    Narcotics Panel with local, state law enforcement, led by Tyler Lamon, training coordinator for the Thomas County Sheriff's Department
    Wine or Whine – Hubs & Hops, tentatively; 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 14: A Glimpse into Georgia's Climate Future with John Lanier
  • Wednesday, May, 20: Coffee Chat
    Join us at Grassroots Coffee for a cup of coffee and a casual conversation with fellow Rotarians! Stay long enough to enjoy breakfast and get to know your fellow Rotarians better or grab your coffee to go. No agenda, no program.
  • Thursday, May 21: Sort & Pack at Second Harvest, 11:30 a.m.
  • Saturday, May 23: Fresh Produce Market at Weston Park, set up starts at 7:30 a.m.
  • Thursday, May 28: 
    Blood Drive, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
    Updates from a South American Farmer

If you have questions or need updates, please check with club leadership for the latest details.

Have You Paid Your Dues?

The Thomasville Rotary Club’s financial report indicates several members have outstanding quarterly balances. Please review your latest invoice and ensure that payment is submitted ASAP.

Delinquent dues will result in a termination notification.

Log into thomasvillerotary.org to check your account balance. If you have any questions regarding your account, please contact Warren Ballard (229-977-1856) or Teri White (229-221-3935). 


View full Rotary Club of Thomasville calendar.
Attend a club meeting via Zoom. Meeting ID: 867 7770 1621
Email us: Info@rotaryclubofthomasville.com