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Welcome to our Rotary E-Club of Houston!
e-Club of Houston

Service Above Self

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Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
3rd tuesday of month on your computer
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Anywhere Worldwide, TX
United States of America
Monthly newsletter; Board of Director meetings monthly - Second Tuesday @ Noon; Speaker Series monthly - Third Tuesday @ Noon Service Above Self - Service projects - ANYTIME
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It's a Wrap!  D 5890 All-Club Meeting
On Thursday, February 19, 2026 our Rotary District's All-Club Meeting was held at Safari Ranch in Richmond, Texas.  Our club was represented by the following members:  President & PDG Nick Giannone, PDG Ed Charlesworth, Robin Charlesworth, Ed Socha,  Robert Stein, and our two newest members Daniel Casper and Sir Billy Dorsey.  Additional guests at our table were Fabiola Giannone and Carol Stein.   Our club's exchange student from Brazil was sponsored by. our club and also sat at our table.  Prior to the meeting we were also represented at the EXPO by Robin Charlesworth's ICC (Intercountry Committee) table and tables promoted by Dr. Nick Giannone for Umbilical Cord Blood Donations.  DG Tom Kelchner also invited Nick to present with a panel of experts a brief introduction to the concept of cord blood donations.  The keynote speaker was representing the Bill Gates Foundation,  Andrew Stein.  He is the Deputy Director of Polio Program's Outbreak Teams with the Gates Foundation.  An iron lung was on display as you entered the building which was relied upon by polio patients to maintain breathing ability.  Rotary maintains our commitment to eradicate polio so future generations will not suffer from this disease.  
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY SERVICE UPDATE
 
As an active member of the Rotary e-Club of Houston we are reminding all to actively participate in service projects in your geography or sphere of influence.
 
February / March 2026
The Houston E-Club community service theme for February and March is Volunteerism – Health, Water & Sanitation – Polio. This is an opportunity for our E-club to focus on some KEY Rotary Areas of global service. Please spread the word and participate locally, individually in the name of rotary, and join our club in targeted events to demonstrate ACTIVE Volunteerism making the world and our communities a better place.
As the Rotary E-Club of Houston is a virtual club, this month is a great time to highlight opportunities in the Virtual Volunteer realm. Shown below are organization links specifically designed to provide virtual service participation opportunities:
Additional focus should also be given to the global perspective provided through Rotary International. The RI focus for the months of February and March are:
  • February – Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention Month
  • March – Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Month
Be proactive and represent Rotary wherever you are and please do so often!
 
Robert Stein
Rotary e-club of Houston
 
Program:  "A Surprisingly Effective way to Fight Misinformation"
What if the best defense against misinformation isn’t panic, but a punchline? Journalist and comedian Dave Jorgenson explores how misinformation has proliferated throughout history — from the age of Plato to the era of viral TikToks. With his own short, absurdist sketches that explain the news, he shows how humor can cut through fear, spark curiosity and explore nuanced truth.  Enjoy this TedTalk with Dave Jorgenson from TedNext2025.
 
 
Rotary at Houston Rodeo 2026
ROTARY NIGHT AT THE RODEO - PUT ON YOUR COWBOY HAT AND BOOTS AND JOIN THE FUN!
 

$60 / person

Includes: Grounds Entry, Performance, One Drink

Performer: The Red Clay Strays

SEND A MESSAGE TO GENEVIEVE ROWLAND THRU THE DISTRICT WEBSITE CALENDAR

 
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What's Happening
ML Brookshire is in training at PETS to become our club president next year.  Also, she has been speaking to various Rotary clubs to share about Clubhouse Ghana,  
 
Who is learning another language?  We have at least four members enrolled in Duolingo - Robin Charlesworth, Brittany Johnson, Isis Meijas, and Ruby Powers.  
 
Ed Socha was in for another short hospital stay but made a quick recovery so he could still attend All-Club meeting.
 
Sir Billy Dorsey attended Camp RYLA to get the students pumped up about leadership training at Camp ChoYeh.
 
Robert Stein had to go far away to get a golf course booked in Hawaii but made it back in time to attend All-Club.
 
Jake Stein has stepped up to co-coach T-ball this season to prioritize family time with his sons.
 
Chava Gonzalez-Barney has improved enough to move home after rehabilitation.  There's no place like home!
 
Dick Robie and Barbara are celebrating their 49th wedding aniversary - congratulations!
 
Brittany Johnson spoke at Career Day at her son's elementary school. 
 
Daniel Casper enjoyed his community service at Lone Star College Human Library Project as he shared his life journey with students.
 
Register your Community Service
On our ClubRunner website you may now register your volunteer hours and donations to community organizations.  Click on the Member area and select Volunteers in the top blue bar.  Next, select Member Hours Report.  Here you may enter your activity of volunteering.  Our Community Service Char, Robert Stein, will capture this information to report to the board each month.  Please give it a try and if you need some help reach. our to either Robert Stein or to Robin Charlesworth.  We know our club members have  much to share and now this is an easy way to report back to our club just what you are doing.  Our Rotary motto of "Service Above Self" is adopted by all of us and we are interested in learning about. your good deeds.
Fundraiser - KROGER'S or City Market
We all buy groceries and now our dollars spent at Kroger's will return a portion to our Rotary club.  We have become a part of the NPO (Non-Profit Organization) Kroger Community Rewards Program.  If you are already part. of this program, it is possible to change your designated charity.  How?
Visit http://www.kroger.com. Once logged into their Kroger account, search for ROTARY E-CLUB OF HOUSTON, TEXAS USA either by name or BG564 and then click Enroll. New users will need to create an account which requires some basic information, a valid email address and a rewards card.  If you previously participated in this reward program, you may now change your choice to Rotary e-Club of Houston.
 
We have received a check for about $31.00 for the second quarter of the calendar year.  We need to get more members registered for our club to earn more money.

*Customers must have a registered Kroger rewards card account to link to your organization.
*If a member does not yet have a Kroger rewards card, please inquire at the customer service desk at any Kroger

NOTE:  REMEMBER, purchases will not count for our organization until after our members  register their rewardscard.
Participants must swipe their registered Kroger rewards card or use the phone number that is related to their registered Kroger rewards card when shopping for each purchase to count.
 
The monies earned here will be deposited into our club foundation account to be used solely for service projects.
 
Since our club hopes to support worthy service projects, yet we don't have a strong track record with fundraising, we ask that you support our Roary club with. your purchases while grocery shopping.
Designing Your Rotary Experience
GET INVOLVED IN WAYS THAT MATTER TO YOU 
Rotary offers benefits for people of all ages and backgrounds. From learning more about the world to learning more about yourself, you can grow by engaging with Rotary’s global network and the array of activities, programs, and interest groups that Rotary offers.

When you get involved in Rotary you expand your perspective by honing your skills, learning from professionals, making new connections, and making a difference in your community and around the world.

We know that each member has a unique combination of interests, skills, and talents, and so each member will be attracted to different activities. This guide describes the options you can choose from to personalize your Rotary experience and get involved in ways that matter to you.

Following is a blueprint of how to participate in Rotary and engage as a Rotarian:

ATTEND CLUB MEETINGS AND EVENTS.

Introduce yourself to members in your club to get
to know them better. Being genuinely interested in others shows people you value them, and these small interactions can lead to lasting friendships.  Our e-club offers a Speaker Series monthly on the third Tuesday at noon.  See the website calendar for information on the program.  On the calendar we will also post district events such as fundraisers, all district activities, special events, Rotary training programs. social activities, etc.

CREATE A MY ROTARY ACCOUNT.

When you register for a My Rotary account and create a profile, you can access Rotary’s online tools and locate and connect with members near and far using the Find a Member tool.  If you need assistance, do not hesitate to ask one of our board members.  This is very important to give you easy access to donating to the Rotary Foundation, finding a list of active global grants needing partners, Rotary training, Rotary interest stories, and more.

ATTEND DISTRICT MEETINGS AND EVENTS.

Clubs are grouped into more than 500 districts worldwide. By connecting with other clubs and leaders in your district, you can learn how to get involved in Rotary beyond your club and make a greater impact.

GET INVOLVED WITH CLUB INITIATIVES.

Volunteering to take part in a project, attend a meeting, or serve in a club role, such as being on a committee, will let you work with others in meaningful ways and contribute to your club’s impact. You can also suggest speakers from service and project partners or from other organizations that share Rotary’s values. Ask your club how you can help.  We encourage you to share YOUR ideas and find a "job" within our club.

VISIT ANOTHER CLUB.

You can locate Rotary and Rotaract club meetings to attend using the Find a Club tool. You might think of ways to collaborate on club activities or hear of an idea you want to try with your club. Visiting other clubs fosters new connections and inspiration.  You will always be welcome in any club around the world, and while traveling may make new friends, hear interesting speakers and learn how Rotary participates in their community.

JOIN A ROTARY FELLOWSHIP.

Meet others with similar interests by joining a Rotary Fellowship, an international group of people with a common hobby, identity, culture, or vocation. This is a fun way to make friends and explore a pastime or profession.  We have several club members who have joined the Rotary Wine Fellowship.  

JOIN A ROTARY ACTION GROUP.

These include people around the world who have expertise and passion in a particular area, such as economic development, education, the environment, or safe water. Join a Rotary Action Group to share your knowledge, develop your skills, and make professional and personal connections.  One of our members, Isis Meijas, initiated WASH-RAG (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Rotary Action Group).  Additionally, there are three groups dedicated to promoting peace - Peace, Refugees, Slavery Prevention.  Other groups focus on fighting disease - Addiction Prevention, Alzheimer's Dementia, Blindness Prevention, Blood and Organ Donation, Diabetes, Mental Health Initiatives, etc.

PARTICIPATE IN A ROTARY FRIENDSHIP EXCHANGE.
Experience different cultures and build international understanding and friendships. This program for Rotary members and friends prioritizes cultural immersion, international service, or vocational exchanges. Friendship Exchange participants take turns hosting one another in their homes and clubs.  The Charlesworth's. have enjoyed several memorable trips as part of Rotary Friendship Exchanges with South Africa, Estonia, New Zealand, and Germany.

SUPPORT YOUR CLUB.

You can help your club thrive by offering your expertise and skills through serving as a club officer, as a committee member, or in another role.

PARTICIPATE IN LOCAL SERVICE ACTIVITIES.

Find out what projects your club, neighboring clubs, and your district are working on and volunteer for one or more. Work with partners or conduct a community assessment to identify projects that would benefit your local area.  Robert Stein, Community Service Chair, suggests areas of focus for project themes each month.  In addition, we occasionally share projects of other Rotary clubs and they always appreciate more helping hands.  In our e-club we mostly have individual efforts rather than club planned projects due to our wide distribution of members across state lines and even other countries.  Robert would like to capture the time spent by our members in donating time and talent or money donated to community projects.

PARTICIPATE IN INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS.

Many clubs partner with clubs in other parts of the world to address a need in one of their communities. Together, they have more time and funding, as well as the expertise of members, partners, and Rotary program alumni to bring about sustainable, positive change. Find a project and get involved.  We have club members who are engaged with international projects in Guatemala, Ghana, Ukraine, Venezuela, and more.

JOIN THE EFFORT TO ERADICATE POLIO.

Raise awareness about Rotary’s work to end polio, donate to the PolioPlus Fund, or volunteer for a National Immunization Day. Post about polio on social media or include a link to endpolio.org in your email signature. Write to us to learn about upcoming trips for NIDs.  We ask each member to donate $50 or more to eradicate ate polio each year in addition to a donation to the Rotary Foundation,  

 
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To Do List for Active Rotarians
 
1.  Read the newsletter and listen to the TedTalk (counts as a meeting credit).  Register your meeting attendance.
2.  Update your own Biography on ClubRunner.  If you have already written yours, please read about another club member to get to know them better.
3.  Community Service -   Time & talents or $ donations (Please enter your activity on our website)
4.  Reach out and call a fellow club member to build better friendships.
 
 
ROTARY DUES - $300 for 25-26
How to pay your Rotary Dues - Use the QR code below or Venmo (@RotaryeClubofHouston).  Here you may enter the amount of your payment.  Our board is keeping the annual dues at the rate of $300 the same for the Rotary year 25-26.   Or you may mail your check to Edward Charlesworth, Treasurer, 11407 Hylander Dr., Houston, Texas 77070.  
 
 If you join another club, they most likely will want to confirm your status before the transfer may be approved.  Withdrawal from our club must be in writing to our Board of Directors.  There will not be a refund of dues during the Rotary year and dues must be current to leave our club in good standing.
 
If you have decided to leave our club, please do so prior to December 27 or the.club will have to pay your dues to Rotary International.  If you are not currrent on dues, then this is a burden to our club.  Please notify Charles Mickens, Secretary, of your intent to leave the club.  
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Feb 17, 2026
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Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays:
  • Adriane Miller
    March 3
  • Sukru Sen
    March 14
  • Ed Socha
    March 15
  • Ed Charlesworth
    March 23
Anniversaries:
  • CHAVA Gonzalez-Barney
    MARGARITA CORREA
    March 19
Join Date:
  • Linda Caruso
    March 1, 1990
    36 years
  • Marcia Natali de Assis Allgayer
    March 4, 2014
    12 years
  • Michael Miller
    March 4, 2014
    12 years
  • ML Brookshire
    March 21, 2014
    12 years
Meeting Responsibilities
Jan Vocational. Talks
Speaker
Miller, Adriane
 
Speaker
Stein, Jake
 
Speaker
Powers, Ruby