Rotary Rocks Chattanooga

06/23/2026

A huge shout-out to Rotary Club of Chattanooga President Edna Varner for an outstanding year of service to our community. Edna has been a tireless supporter, cheerleader, and champion for Rotary Rocks Chattanooga. Mari Ward and Jane Bowen were honored to be invited to attend her final Fireside Chat as president.

We were privileged to join fellow Rotarians for a luncheon filled with fellowship, reflection, and inspiration. Having the opportunity to sit alongside Dr. Fred Obear and Assistant Governor Gina Crumbliss was a special treat—whose stories and perspectives remind us of Rotary’s enduring impact.

Edna has a remarkable gift for recognizing the creative energy within Rotary and channeling it toward meaningful community impact. Her vision, leadership, and ability to bring people together have left a lasting mark on our clubs and our community.

Thank you, Edna, for your dedication, encouragement, and leadership throughout the year. Rotary is stronger because of your service. Thank you for the reminder to hold that stone and take one day at a time. 😃

We look forward to welcoming you to Rotary Rocks Chattanooga to share your Rotary journey and the lessons learned along the way. Your story is sure to inspire, energize, and remind us all of the incredible difference Rotary can make when people come together to serve.

06/22/2026

At our most recent Rotary Club meeting, we celebrated an important milestone as we elected our leadership team for the coming years.

Congratulations to our newly elected President - Jane Bowen, President-Elect - Mari Ward and President-Nominee - Meghan Herston!! We are grateful for their willingness to serve and lead our club as we continue our mission of Service Above Self.

Thank you to all our members who participated in the election process and for your continued commitment to making a positive impact in our community. We look forward to the vision, energy, and leadership our incoming officers will bring as we build on the strong foundation of our club.

Please join us in congratulating our new leaders and supporting them in the exciting work ahead!

06/09/2026

Got us some swag for tonight’s Yoga Fellowship!

06/09/2026

Rotary Rocks Chattanooga is proud to support our local firefighters in their Elder Care Bag Drive. Our club collected essential everyday items including trash bags, soap, laundry detergent, paper towels, and toilet paper to help meet the needs of senior citizens in our area.

A special thank you to Chappell Fowler for spearheading this effort, collecting donations, and rallying support from local businesses and neighborhood associations. Her dedication helped make this project a tremendous success.

This service project is a wonderful example of neighbors helping neighbors and organizations working together to care for some of our most vulnerable community members. We are grateful to everyone who contributed and helped make a meaningful difference in the lives of local seniors. Together, Rotary Rocks Chattanooga continues to show the power of service above self.

06/06/2026

Rotary Rocks Chattanooga: Catching Up!

The past few weeks have been packed with inspiration and leadership at Rotary Rocks Chattanooga!

We were thrilled to welcome Amber Beason, Director of Development at Skyuka Hall School, who shared the incredible story of the school’s mission to empower students with learning differences through personalized education and leadership development. Amber also introduced us to Clover Devila, the student we are proud to sponsor for Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) this September. We’re also excited to be exploring the possibility of launching an Interact Club at Skyuka Hall to expand service opportunities for students.

We also hosted a fantastic Rotaract Round-Up with our own Emerie Shontz, Lane Gutridge, and David Serodino. They shared the history, accomplishments, growth, and future vision of their Rotaract club, highlighting service projects, membership development, and plans for strengthening the connection between Rotaract and Rotary. Their passion for service and leadership was contagious!

From investing in future leaders to building stronger Rotary connections, these programs reminded us why Rotary continues to make a difference—one leader, one project, and one partnership at a time. 💜🎸

06/05/2026

This Tuesday’s meeting turned into a true Rotary “all-star lineup!”

We were honored to welcome District Governor David Carroll, District Governor-Elect Deb Birdsall, and District Governor Nominee Elect Frank Hughes.
If you think a district governor visit is all formal speeches and nervous introductions, think again.
Deb captivated the room with her heartfelt message about compassion, connection, and remembering that Rotary is ultimately about people caring for people. It became clear that what makes our Rotary clubs special isn’t just what we do—it’s how deeply we care about one another.

Her vision for the coming year is genuine, inspiring, and rooted in service, friendship, and hope. By the end of the evening, there was no doubt that she is going to lead with both heart and purpose.
So, Rotarians across the district, consider this your friendly warning: when Deb comes to visit, be ready. Bring your passion! She has a way of reminding us why we joined Rotary in the first place—and why it matters.

The future of our district is in very good hands. Rotary magic? We think we got a preview Tuesday night. ✨ Rotary Rocks! 🎸🔶

06/03/2026

Thank you WDEF News 12 for sharing our story of service!

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A local Rotary club is celebrating a successful first year after receiving multiple honors at this year's Rotary District Conference.

06/03/2026

Rotary Rocks Chattanooga is making waves! 🌟 In just their first year, they've earned multiple district awards for outstanding service, membership growth, and international projects. This is a testament to the power of Rotary in action, transforming communities and lives. Congratulations to all the dedicated members who have made such a remarkable impact. Let's keep the momentum going!

https://www.chattanoogan.com/2026/6/2/519528/Rotary-Rocks-Chattanooga-Earns-Multiple.aspx

06/03/2026

Rotary Rocks Chattanooga officials said they are "proving that a new club can make a remarkable impact in a short amount of time." At this year's Rotary Dist...

06/01/2026

🎉🌟 Rotary Rocks Chattanooga Continues to Grow! 🌟🎉

We are thrilled to welcome two outstanding new members to Rotary Rocks Chattanooga: Courtenay Cholovich and Jill Greblick! 💙💛

👏 Jill has already stepped forward to serve on our Sergeant-at-arms Team, helping us continue to grow our club and expand our impact throughout the community.

🎒 Courtenay has hit the ground running by helping support a partnership among Rotary clubs and Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise to purchase and stuff backpacks with school supplies for students in the Oak Grove community this July. What an incredible way to begin her Rotary journey!

✨ We are truly fortunate to have gained two enthusiastic, service-minded members who are already making a difference. Their energy, ideas, and commitment to Service Above Self will help Rotary Rocks Chattanooga continue to thrive and serve our community.