Garden Grove Rotary Club District 5320

08/26/2026

MIchael Johnson and Ariel Pe from Republic Services (City Trash Hauler) were the guest speakers on August 26. MIchael and Ari shared how their experiences in music, sports, and local, state and federal government led them to their current management roles with Republic Services. Both are great with people and understand the importance of excellent customer and community service. They commended Garden Grove Rotary for its service to the community and pledged a $2,000 donation to support our ongoing programs. Huge thanks to Michael and Ari! Also, congrats to Song and Sandy, this week’s trivia winners (again)!!

08/26/2026

Jeff Davis, former camera/newsman for the City’s Channel 3 cable TV station was ur guest speaker on August 12. Jeff shared many entertaining stories of his experience covering the news, including brushes with near death and royalty. He also shared secrets of living happy and how to cheer up if we find ourselves feeling a little down. Thanks Jeff for sharing your secrets and making us laugh! Congrats to Song and Norm for winning at trivia (again)!!

07/28/2026

On July 22, District Governor Monica Peter’s and her Chief of Staff, Janet Woods, visited the GG Rotary Club. Monica thanked club members for their exceptional service and shared what the club can expect over the next year, including leadership and training forums, social gatherings, and a district conference at Garden Grove’s Great Wolf Lodge! Scott Weimer and Sandy Thomas took home fun prizes for their quick trivia wit! Congrats Scott and Sandy!!

07/13/2026

03/16/2026

Thank you to one of our favorite supporters Leah Cecil!
As a past recipient of our 6th Grade scholarships and role model to the young women in our community as Miss Garden Grove we want to support her up and coming venture. Leah is gathering funds to help her launch her children’s book project!
Baldy Book Series is an idea to encourage children to develop a love for their country and the beauty that is America.
If you’d like to support her along with GG Rotary … here is the Link to her Kickstarter

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/leahtheodore/baldys-adventures-america-the-beautiful?ref=ksr_email_backer_backer_confirmation

02/18/2026

Congratulations Debbie and JJ! 2026 Sweetheart Couple ❤️!
We had a great time at Azteca Mexican Restaurant
For our annual Valentine’s Day party ❤️
Since 1965, the Sweetheart Trophy has been passed on to represent the LOVELY couples within our club!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year 🥳
We had a great December 2025, as we worked in collaboration with other Garden Grove nonprofits for the Main Street Car Show Toy Drive!
Thank you @ Steve Sanders, of Kiwanisland, for inviting us to join in.
Rotary Foundation’s Matching Grant Program, enabled us to present a check to The Buena Clinton Youth Center and the City of Garden Grove, for their efforts in supplying toys and community to their families and children in need!

2026! Here We Come!

12/09/2025

Happy Holidays from the Rotary Club of Garden Grove! Thank you Anaheim White House for a beautiful space, as always!