SEPTEMBER 2018 EDITION
News From Around The District
DG Jerry Chapman's September Message
World Polio Day is nearing – October 24th! I hope your club is planning to host an event. If not, consider partnering with another nearby club. Not only do you raise funds to support the eradication of Polio, you create increased public awareness of Polio and the long-term efforts of Rotary in leading the charge.
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D5870 Helps Bring Literacy To India's Children - GG#1863742
India is an enormous country both in land mass and population. It is made up of a multitude of different states that all speak different regional languages. English is considered the ‘link’ language in India.
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Joint Rotary Social
You're invited to the the District 5870 Joint Rotary Social hosted by the Killeen Heights Rotary Club on Thursday, September 27 from 6PM-9PM at the Walburg German Restaurant, 3777 FM 972, Walburg, TX. The event will be inside the restaurant. Dinner & drinks at your own cost. We will have the room upstairs for the evening. 
Pflugerville Interact Paint War Olympics
 
For the past two schools years, Pflugerville High School Interact Club has held an Olympic Paint War to raise money for ShelterBox. This year we are excited to have Pflugerville HS Interact,
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Rotarians At Work
Several Killeen Heights Rotarians met at the Girl Scouts Building on 2909 Lake Road in Killeen ready to work with their gloves, shovels, rakes, chainsaws, and friends! They worked on the landscape in front of the Girl Scouts Building. Afterwards, They gathered in the Girl Scouts fellowship hall for some amazing smoked meat and banana pudding. GREAT JOB!! 
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EAFK Kick-Off Ceremonies
August Operation Vacation
The Rotary Clubs of Austin and Killeen were able to  thank a soldier and his entire family of six for serving and protecting our country through a program called Operation Vacation Ft. Hood. The Rotary clubs partner with Austin Hotel Lodging Association, County Line Restaurants, Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau, Toyota Killeen and  Around Austin to honor these Army families from Ft. Hood  every month.
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La Grange Commemorates Hurricane Harvey
 Rotary Club of La Grange partnered with the La Grange Volunteer Fire Department for a Community Meal commemorating the anniversary of Hurricane Harvey. The LGVFD grilled up 600 hamburger patties and everyone enjoyed a free meal with their friends and neighbors. 
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Rotary Global Rewards Program
All Rotarians and Rotaractors are eligible for this exciting new program, which offers discounts on products and services such as travel, hotels, car rentals, dining, entertainment, and more. Download the Rotary Global Rewards app. Visit Rotary Global Rewards at rotary.org/globalrewards
Limited Time Offer
For a number of years, the Jerry Johnson Trust has been asked if there is any way that the Trust can match contributions made by Rotarians who are already a Paul Harris Fellow. While doing that falls outside of the scope of Jerry’s trust, we heard you loud and clear. So, for a limited time starting on August 1, 2018, the Trustees will do the following:
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Upcoming Events
2019-20 Global Grant Scholarship Applications Acce
Jul 01, 2018 – Dec 31, 2018
 
Austin University Area's UT Parking Fundraiser
Jul 12, 2018 – Nov 17, 2018
 
September Theme - Basic Education & Literacy
Sep 01, 2018 – Sep 30, 2018
 
RYLA Roundup
Sep 15, 2018
 
Temple South's Casino Royale
Mayborn Center
Sep 22, 2018 6:00 PM
 
Greater Fort Hood Area Joint Rotary Social - Oktob
Walburg German Restaurant
Sep 27, 2018
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
 

 
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Lakeway/Lake Travis
 
La Grange
 
Pflugerville
 
Georgetown
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