Month: July 2025
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A Game Changer for Baldwin County: Christina Hellmich Shares the Vision Behind Baldwin Preparatory Academy
A photo of the new Baldwin Preparatory Academy. At this week’s meeting, the Point Clear Rotary Club had the pleasure of hearing from Christina Hellmich, the Industry Engagement Director at Baldwin Preparatory Academy, a new and innovative high school set to open in Baldwin County this August. Christina offered our members an exclusive look at…
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7/31 Club Newsletter:
📲 Online Check-In Is Here — So Easy, Even Louis Braswell Can Do It Louis is the one on the right. Photo provided and captioned by Ben Rowe. Tired of the line at the iPad and that awkward wait while someone pokes at the screen like it’s a mystery artifact? You can now check in…
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🥞 You’re Invited:
Pancake Breakfast at the Rotary Youth Club Saturday, August 23, 2025 | 8:00–10:30 AM Rotary Youth Club – 19128 Young Street, Fairhope Start your Saturday with syrup and purpose! Join us for a community pancake breakfast benefiting the Rotary Youth Club’s Afterschool Tutoring Program—supporting local students as they grow, learn, and thrive. 🎥 Ever wondered…
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🏛️ A Morning with Mayor Sherry Sullivan: Leadership, Growth & Community Vision
This week, the Point Clear Rotary Club was honored to host Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan, who shared insights from her time in office, ongoing city projects, and the long-term vision for Fairhope’s future. Mayor Sullivan, now in her first term, shared her journey from longtime city employee to Fairhope’s top elected official—and her deep commitment…
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7/24 Club Newsletter:
🥞 Online Check-In: Give It a Try! Yes, it was an option last week… and yes, most of you skipped it. But we’re bringing it back because it’s easy, efficient, and lets you head straight for the coffee without waiting at the iPad. Just click the link, fill out the quick form, and you’re done!…
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🇺🇸 A Huge Thank You to Patrick G. Jump! 🇺🇸
Patrick Jump, President of Warrior Legacy Ranch and Regional Coordinator for Irreverent Warriors-Mobile, as our guest speaker. This week, the Point Clear Rotary Club had the privilege of welcoming Patrick G. Jump, President of Warrior Legacy Ranch and Regional Coordinator for Irreverent Warriors-Mobile, as our guest speaker. Patrick shared an incredible journey marked by resilience,…
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7/16 Club Newsletter:
🥞 New! Check In Online for Breakfast! Skip the line at the iPad and head straight for the coffee — we now have an online check-in option! Just click the link below, fill out the quick form, and you’re all set. Honorary members: don’t forget to answer the “Are you paying for breakfast?” question —…
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Speaker Recap: Lee Robinson, President at Overseas Hardwoods Company (OHC)
This week, we had the pleasure of hearing from Lee Robinson, President at Overseas Hardwoods Company (OHC), whose presentation offered a fascinating look into the world of global hardwood supply and sustainable wood sourcing. Lee joined OHC in 1986 after serving in the U.S. Army during Desert Shield/Desert Storm. His formal entry into the industry…
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6/10 Club Newsletter:
🎤 Tomorrow’s Speaker: Lee Robinson, VP at Overseas Hardwoods Company (OHC) Wood, Work, and Global Reach: A Conversation with Lee Robinson Join us this week as we welcome Lee Robinson, Vice President of OHC—an industry leader in high-performance tropical hardwoods. Lee will share insights from his decades of experience in sourcing and global procurement, as…
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7/3 Club Newsletter!
🇺🇸 No Meeting This Week – Happy Fourth of July! Just a reminder: There will be no Rotary meeting tomorrow, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. Enjoy the holiday with family, friends, and plenty of BBQ! Why We Celebrate 🇺🇸 On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, marking the…
