East Chapel Hill Rotary Club

10/16/2026

What a treat to hear firsthand about the possibilities of robotics, AI and innovation from UNC-Chapel Hill Provost Magnus Egerstedt! An engineer and robotics expert, he brought the future into focus—and explained how, as Carolina’s chief academic officer, he helps guide its teaching, faculty and academic programs.

One idea he emphasized: AI’s future depends as much on the liberal arts and understanding people as it does on engineering and data.

10/02/2026

🌳 Look at our East Chapel Hill Rotarians giving back to the community today — planting sustainable native species, cleaning up Lower Booker Creek and helping beautify the town we’re proud to call home.

It’s a great example of Rotary in action: caring for our environment, strengthening our community and living Service Above Self. Thank you President David Baddour and East Chapel Hill Rotary. Special thanks Town of Chapel Hill parks and recreation team.

09/29/2026

🌳 Come help us give a little love back to Chapel Hill.

East Chapel Hill Rotary is teaming up with Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation and community partners to plant native trees and plants along Lower Booker Creek on Friday, October 2.

Join us for a shift from 9:30 a.m.–noon or 12:30–3 p.m. and help create a healthier home for birds, pollinators and other wildlife while making this beautiful trail even better for everyone.

📍 Lower Booker Creek, 261 S. Elliott Road, parking near the former Breadman's and entrance is behind Planet Fitness.

09/25/2026

What a pleasure to hear UNC Men’s Baseball Coach Scott Forbes at East Chapel Hill Rotary today. He has led the Tar Heels to the College World Series twice in three years, but his message went well beyond baseball. He spoke about the value of a good education and the lessons young people learn through teamwork, discipline and showing up for one another. Those are wins that last a lifetime. ⚾🐏 With Freddie Kiger, Dick Baddour, Forbes, Randi Emmerman and David Baddour.

08/28/2026

Public policy polling expert—and devoted baseball fan—Tom Jensen spoke to East Chapel Hill Rotary today about the trends shaping the 2026 election season. With a strong record of accurately reading races and voter sentiment across the country, Tom offered insights into political changes in Georgia, Maine and beyond. He also explained why landline phones still matter in polling and reminded us that, even with solid research, public sentiment can shift in unexpected ways.

08/21/2026

Today at East Chapel Hill Rotary, UNC Executive Athletic Director Steve Newmark—a Chapel Hill High graduate—spoke about student-athletes who value sportsmanship, public education and giving back.

His message was close to home: community, family and character matter. A great reflection of Carolina at its best. Good to see David and Dick Baddour, Tim Smith, Lilly Englehardt and her daughter Sofiie. It was a packed house Sancar Turkish Cultural and Community Center - STCCC

07/22/2026

Bob Slater delivered a powerful presentation this month. Thank you, Bob, for your generosity of heart. Here is the link in case you missed it. https://thelocalreporter.press/chapel-hills-bob-slater-offers-a-thoughtful-conversation-on-living-well/

07/10/2026

Thank you to Bob Slater for sharing wise and generous reflections on the chapters of our lives. His message reminded us that every season—filled with joy, loss, hope, and change—invites us to live more intentionally, love more deeply, and be grateful for the gift of each day. A meaningful conversation that will stay with many of us.

06/26/2026

Wonderful night celebrating our Club!

06/26/2026