August 2025 EDITION
News Around The District
DG Todd Smith's August Message
The August message to the membership from Todd Smith, the District Governor - Rotary District 5870 - Zone 36 - 2025-2026. Watch the video.
Join Us at the Creating Environments of Peace: A Peace Summit

Join fellow changemakers for a powerful day of learning, connection, and inspiration at the Creating Environments of Peace Summit. Whether you're a Rotarian, Rotaractor, Interactor, or simply someone passionate about building a more peaceful world, this event offers practical tools and uplifting ideas to help you foster peace in your club, your community, and beyond.

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Set Sail for Service & Celebration!
Ahoy, Rotarians! Get ready to trade your office chair for a deck lounger as we embark on an unforgettable Rotary Conference & Service Cruise Adventure! We’ll create lasting memories and deepened friendships on Royal Caribbean’s “Mariner of the Seas” April 23-27, 2026. 
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Fast-Track Your Paul Harris Fellow - Keep Rotary Projects Alive!
 

It’s time to launch our 2025 Limited Time Annual Fund Matching Campaign, and this fall you have a special chance to double your credit toward your next Paul Harris Fellow level!

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Let’s Start the New Rotary Year Looking Our Best!
New Rotary year, fresh opportunities—and the perfect time to check how your club is showing up online! Take a moment to visit your club’s website and social media pages. Are you using your Club Masterbrand logo? Some clubs are still displaying outdated theme logos or missing the official branding altogether. That’s an easy fix that makes a big difference! Consistent branding not only shows that we're part of something bigger—it helps the public instantly recognize who we are and what we do.
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Sun City Rotary Mobilizes Swiftly to Support Flood Victims
Following the devastating San Gabriel River flood on July 4th, Sun City Rotary (SCR) launched a swift relief effort focused on displaced children and RV park families. Rotarian Jerry Stephens, a former FEMA official, was among the first on-site at two RV communities where 48 trailers were destroyed. Thanks to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, all residents were safely evacuated.
 
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Rotary Pop-Up Happy Hour Raises Over $7,000 for Texas Flood Relief
On July 30th, the Rotary Club of La Grange teamed up with local favorite Macs Daqs to host a lively Happy Hour fundraiser in the heart of downtown La Grange. Thanks to enthusiastic support from Rotarians, community members, and generous local businesses, the event raised more than $7,000 for Rotary District 5870’s Keyway Texas Flood Relief Fund.
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E-Club Members Support Flood Relief Efforts in Killeen
In the spirit of service and fellowship, Rotarians Blanca and Rick, proud members of the Rotary E-Club of Central Texas, recently joined forces with the Killeen Heights Rotary Club to support those impacted by the devastating floods in Texas.
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Killeen Heights Rotarians Support Flood Relief Efforts Across Central Texas
The Rotary Club of Killeen Heights sprang into action following the devastating flooding that struck Texas over the 4th of July weekend, offering swift and sustained support to communities in need.
 
 
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Unleash Your Club’s Potential – Join the Public Image Rockstar Challenge
Introducing the new Public Image Rockstar Challenge — a 6-level journey to boost your Club’s visibility and community engagement using Rotary’s powerful tools and resources.
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Welcome New Rotarians - July 2025
Rose Parade Float Decorating Trip Update

Recently, Rotarians from all across the District joined a dynamic Zoom session to explore how they can help decorate Rotary’s official float in the 2026 Rose Parade! Experienced PDGs shared stories from past parades and the magic of hand-applying all-natural materials—think rice, Brussels sprouts, kidney beans, and chrysanthemum petals. 

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Lakeway/Lake Travis Rotary Club Launches Annual Car Raffle to Support Local Projects

The Lakeway/Lake Travis Rotary Club has officially kicked off ticket sales for its highly anticipated Annual Car Raffle, a community-favorite fundraiser that helps drive meaningful change right here at home.

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You're Invited to the 76th Marble Falls Fish Fry & 10K Raffle Night

Join us for a night of community spirit and flavor on September 27, 2025 at the historic Marble Falls Fish Fry, now in its remarkable 76th year! Nestled in the heart of Marble Falls, this beloved event brings together friends, families, and fishing enthusiasts from all over.

 
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Congratulations to the Top Five largest clubs in the District
Congratulations to the Top Five largest clubs in the District! Disclaimer -Official membership tallies have not yet been issued by Rotary International, however these numbers reflect the most currently available information as of 7/1/25.
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Gracias to Club Rotario Matamoros Sur!
Our first meeting of the new Rotary year featured a visit from our partner Club, the Rotary Club of Matamoros Sur (Mexico). Over the years, we have partnered together in several successful matching grant projects. They came to present a program on a potential Global Grant Project. 
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5th Annual Dueling Pianos Fundraiser a Success!
How best can one describe the 5th Killer Dueling Pianos show other than a resounding success. The 300+ who attended the Rotary Club of Temple’s annual fund raiser rocked the room as the music reverberated throughout the venue.
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Bastrop Tries "Scatter" Meetings
Bastrop Rotarians “scattered” last week to three Member businesses for our weekly meeting. Rotarian Laurence Richardson hosted at Frost Bank-Bastrop. Rotarian Rick St. Cin welcomed folks to his company offices at Capital of Texas Roofing & Siding. The law offices of Tuck-McClimon (Rotarian Joe Grady Tuck) hosted a third group of Rotarians.
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Caldwell Rotary President Visits International World Headquarters
In an effort to bring better awareness to our local club, our outgoing President Lia Zaccagnino visited the Rotary International Headquarters in Evanston, Illinois in June. Lia has served as our President the past two years and truly brought a better understanding to our club about the efforts of Rotary International and how we make a difference in a bigger way and not just in Caldwell, Texas.
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GOODBYE AUBREY—WE’LL MISS YOU
 
On July 3rd, The Rotary Club of West Austin lost a dearly loved member, Aubrey Linn Wilson. Just last October, the club celebrated Aubrey’s 100th birthday. It was a great celebration during which Aubrey displayed his characteristic warm smile.
 
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Upcoming Events
Club President Foundation Leadership Challenge
Aug. 01, 2025 – Aug. 31, 2025
 
RMDTI – Rotary Multi-District Training Institute
Aug. 01, 2025 – Aug. 03, 2025
 
RYLA Roundup
Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital
Aug. 09, 2025
 
RMB Austin Metro Networking Event
Casa Chapala Restaurant
Aug. 20, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
 
RMB Austin Metro Networking Event
Casa Chapala
Sep. 17, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
 
District Peace Summit
Southwestern University
Sep. 20, 2025
 
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RC of Harker Heights
 
 
E-Club of Central Texas

 

RC of Marble Falls
 

RC of Killeen Heights

 

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