Rotary Club of Barnesville Newsletter Club 4111, District 6900, Chartered February 14, 1939

September, 2014District Governor Visits

Our new District Governor, Alicia Michael, was in Barnesville to visit our club on August 11th and 12th. Ryran hosted a social at his house to welcome her and she spoke to us about several things coming up this year.

Operation Mission Possible The DG Social provided great food and fellowship. Our members and guest were given the opportunity to spend quality time with DG Alicia as well our GRSP Student Anya Griffin. It was a great event that has led to many of you requesting more opportunities

where club members and their families can interact. This is what it is all about. Despite growing in size, our club is still an intimate club that has relationships that extend well beyond the walls of a meeting room. Please continue to look for ways to utilize your talents and interest to better serve our club and help us reach our full potential.

RADD: One Text or Call Could Wreck It All Did you know that “distracted driving” was the 2009 word of the year according to Webster’s Dictionary? But unfortunately, this is no passing fad. Distracted driving has become a trend with deadly, real consequences. For anyone who thinks they can talk on their phone, text, apply make-up, or do any other distracting activity while driving, it’s time for a

September Programs 2 Sep No Meeting 9 Sep Kelly Hughes 16 Sep Fred Morris 23 Sep Cheryl Idol 30 Sep Dorothy Carter October Programs 7 Oct Missy Kendrick 14 Oct Kent Kinglsey 21 Oct Jeff Knighton 28 Oct Bill Lindsey

crash course in reality from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): See DG visit, Pg 3

September Birthdays

Walter Geiger 9 SepTom Payne 9 SepEddie Collier 13 SepJoseph Waldroup 16 SepJonathon Murray 26 SepU'Landa Barkley 28 SepApril Mason 28 SepCarlton Maynard 30 Sep

ROTARY FOUR WAY TEST1) Is it the TRUTH? 2) Is it FAIR to all concerned?

3) Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4) Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

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Rotary Club of Barnesville Member Directory Name Phone Name Phone Debbie Adamson 770-314-3929 Marcia Johnston-Clark 770-584-1976 Bruce Akins 770-358-1454 Missy Kendrick 770-872-3773 Kristen Albritton 770-358-5891 Kent Kingsley 770-468-4905 Neil Anderson 770-358-3708 Jeff Knighton 678-359-5310 Van Baker 770-358-9440 Bill Lindsey 770-358-1188 Peter Banks 770-358-0211 Charles Lowery 770-358-1383 U'Landa Barkley 770-358-5170 April Mason 678-603-5908 Phillip Bell 770-358-1108 Carlton Maynard 770-358-3572 Joe Bostwick 770-358-1051 Dolie McCarthy 678-359-1116 Phillip Breedlove 770-358-6260 Michael McMillan 770-358-5760 Mike Brutz 770-358-4773 George Moore 770-358-1470 Max Burns 678-359-5015 Fred Morris 770-358-6500 Andy Bush 770-358-1311 Floyd Moye 770-358-0944 Dorothy Carter 678-572-8286 Jonathan Murray 770-358-7211 Dennis Chamberlain 678-359-5056 Dana Overton-Garrett 770-358-1494 Eddie Collier 404-444-2061 Harry Park 706-472-3384 Larry Collins 770-358-9432 Tom Payne 770-358-4579 Dora Cox 770-358-7000 Mark Rischbieter 770-584-3464 Hayward Cox 770-358-2935 David Sandlin 706-468-4948 Bill Dayton 770-358-9428 Sammie Shropshire 770-550-5861 Jim Dunbar 770-358-1381 April Smith 678-544-6899 Joe Edwards 770-358-8000 David Smith 770-468-0588 Sherry Farr 770-358-1483 Doug Smith 678-359-1077 Garth Forster 770-358-2353 Mark Stone 770-358-6939 Walter Geiger 770-358-6397 Jonathan Swatts 404-852-8915 Charles Glass 770-630-2372 Bob Taylor 770-358-2925 Milton Glass 770-358-7814 Robbie Tenney 770-358-8045 Jason Governo 770-358-1813 Scott Tenney 770-358-8043 Jim Graham 770-358-2682 William Thomas 770-358-9504 Jim Granum 770-358-1833 Jessica Traylor 678-603-8523 Dan Gunter 770-358-5364 Ryran Traylor 678-603-8491 Lauren Hooks 770-358-5170 Joseph Waldrop 678-372-3714 Marshall Hooks 770-358-5884 John Webster 678-572-8822 Kelly Hughes 770-358-3270 Brad White 770-741-7275 Chase Idol 770-358-2492 Claudine White 770-358-3933 Cheryl Idol 770-358-3201 Larry Whitworth 770-358-0181 Holland Jackson 770-358-0572 Bob Wiggins 478-994-0531

Rotary Club of BarnesvilleMailing Address

P.O. Box 303 Barnesville, GA 30204

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2014-2015 Rotary Officers

District & InternationalRotary International President Gary C.K. HuangDistrict 6900 Governor Alicia MichaelDistrict 6900 Assistant Governor Raymond RayDistrict 6900 Governor Elect Bob HaganDistrict 6900 Governor Nominee Raymond Ray

Barnesville Rotary Officers Avenues of Service Gary C.K. HuangPresident Ryran Traylor Programs Dan Gunter RI PresidentPresident Elect Kelly Hughes Fund Raising Chair April Smith Secretary Mark Rischbieter Fund Raising Elect Secretary Elect Larry Collins Foundation Chair Chase IdolTreasurer Kristen Albritton Foundation Elect Treasurer Elect April Mason Service Chair Phillip BreedloveSergeant At Arms Jason Governo Membership Chair Larry CollinsSgt at Arms Elect Membership Elect Past President Andy Bush Gordon Liaison Dennis ChamberlainPresident Nominee Missy Kendrick LCSS Liaison and Literacy Barnesville Rotary Directors Public Relations Dorthy Carter

Dennis Chamberlain Newsletter Charles GlassLarry Collins Jason Governo Sunshine Bill LindseyDan Gunter Jonathon Swatts Music Joe Bostwick/Walter Geiger

DG Visit (cont. from Pg 1) · In 2012, 3,328 people were killed in crashes involving a distracted driver and an estimated additional 421,000 were injured in motor vehicle crashes involving a distracted driver. (NHTSA)

· Drivers who use hand-held devices are four times as likely to be involved in a serious crash. (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)

· In 2011, 11 percent of all drivers under the age of 20 involved in fatal crashes were reported asdistracted at the time of the crash. This age group had the largest proportion of drivers who were distracted. (NHTSA)

While those numbers may sound like just statistics, they’re anything but. They could be parents, children, neighbors and friends from right here in Barnesville. There are too many sad tales of deaths and injuries that could have been prevented had drivers been paying attention to the road instead of someone or something else. No one is immune from the dangers of distracted driving. So please remember: One text or call could wreck it all. That is why the Interact Club is joining DG Alicia Michael in her campaign to end distracted driving. In the near future you will be asked to help the Interact Club get the word out about the Rotarians Against Distracted Driving (RADD) pledge campaign. Be on the lookout for this important information.

President's MessageThe Foundation Two years ago, our club experienced the largest surge in the participation ofFoundation Giving. It was incredible. Basically we were given a great opportunitywhich was to financially commit to helping our global and local efforts while beinggiven the opportunity to gain “Paul Harris” status for our gift. As you may remember,this was unique in the fact that in order to be recognized as a Paul Harris Donor, youhave to give at least $1,000, but during this campaign, Robert Hall was providing$500 in matching points; which only made your contribution $500. It is back! Any

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member that will accept the challenge to contribute $500 will be given matching points by the district. This opportunity is only good through the end of November. Please talk to Chase Idol or someone on the board. I recently attended an Area Development Training and this project was one of the hot topics. There are clubs that have achieved the status of 100% Paul Harris, meaning every member. Although that would be a great accomplishment in the “hopeful” near future, I am just asking for at least 10 people to step up and make it happen.

The Mission Our DG Alicia Michael has challenged all of the Rotarians of District 6900 to become energized agents in our quest to “Light Up Rotary”. The secret agent ducks, the mustache, glasses, and covert plan gave us an opportunity to enjoy some entertainment but also reminded us of our commitment. Rotary is a way of life.It is an avenue for service, not only locally but globally. Our club has a rich history of being a club that truly embraces this idea. That is why I am so glad to a part of this club. Thank you for your prayers, cards, and well wishes. Although my goal was for the night of fellowship to be encouraging and memorable, it ended up being all of that and even more, ........ a blessing.

President, Rotary Club of Barnesville

Member Spot Light September Rotarians that “won the lottery” were Phillip Bell, Doug Smith, Fred Morris, Jonathon Murray, Jim Granum, and Chase Idol.

Not Pictured:

Jim Granum Chase Idol

Phillip Bell Doug Smith Fred Morris Jonathon Murray

A Note from Anya I can’t quite believe I’ve been here in Georgia just over a month; the time has gone so fast! I am really enjoying my first few weeks at Gordon State College as my classes are so interesting and the people so friendly. I am studying American History, American Literature, Art Appreciation, Classical Civilisation and Philosophy. The cafeteria here is also fantastic (waffles on demand, anyone?). I have really enjoyed meeting Rotarians and speaking at different Rotary clubs; I have been lunchingwith the Barnesville club as often as possible and recently spoke at a meeting in Jackson. Going to the Conclave two weeks ago was really fun and a great opportunity to meet the other international GRSP students. I couldn’t believe the diversity of all the different cultures; the talent showon Saturday evening was a cultural experience in itself! However, I think my favourite part of the weekend was white water rafting down the Chattahoochee River (especially the part where we were allowed to float down on our backs without the raft – rivers are way too cold in England to do that kind of thing!). My other favourite part of the weekend was being driven to a breakfast diner in our host family’s yellow school bus – a truly American experience! Last weekend was one of my favourites so far as I celebrated my first ever Labour Day with my host family, The Traylors’. It was great to spend time with their families and see how a real American holiday was spent (I don’t think I’ve ever been to as many barbeques in one weekend! And trust me; we don’t have enough of them back at home).

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Another fun thing I’ve discovered on my cultural experience is “tubing”. I first did this when on vacation with my host grandparents, Joe and Pat Edwards in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Let me tell you, if you have never been that, It. Is. Amazing (and possibly a tradition I should bring back to England?). I saw such beautiful views when hiking in the mountains, and some incredible waterfalls. Although I took lots of pictures, I really doubt any camera could capture how incredible the views actually were.

GRSP Conclave The Rotary Club of Columbus hosted the first official meeting of the GRSP class of 2014-2015. Morethan 50 students from 21 countries gathered together along with their host families and trustees. The weekend began with a dinner at the National Infantry Museum. This museum visit was one of the highlights of the weekend. After dinner, the group was entertained by a selection from the Army String Quintet. Saturday morning included many informational sessions for students and Rotarians. The sessions mainly focused on the GRSP requirements; however, the students were also

encouraged to begin getting to know each other. Host families and trustees were also involved with learning about their requirements. Saturday evening’s dinner was a formal eventwith excellent entertainment by the GRSP students. Each student was encouraged to participate by sharing a song, dance, or poem from their home country. Our student, Anya, sang with a group of students from England and other European countries. The culminating event was a white water rafting trip down the Chattahoochee River. Students and Rotarians used teamwork and humor to navigate the rapids. Fortunately, everyone made it out safely.

What is in our Future? There are several events coming up for our club. Mark these dates on your calendar! If you have an event you want to add to the list let a club officer know.

September 20, 2014, another Family of Rotary Social Event. The event will be held at Jim Granum's pool house following the Buggy Days Parade. Jim has agreed to allow us to park at his house before the parade and then go down and enjoy the parade together and then return to his house for a social event that will allow us to enjoy "food, fun, and fellowship".

November 8, 2014, Our Annual District Grant Project, Feeding Our Neighbors 5k and Fun Walk

June 10-14, 2017, Rotary International Convention in Atlanta celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Paul Harris Foundation. For more information, including a short video, see the web page.

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