TEE UP DRINK  UP EAT UP at Puttshack . It’s a Bar , It’s an Eatery It’s Miniature golf and it’s definitely something different.

Join us for Happy Hour Puttshack Addison | Upscale Mini Golf, Bar & Restaurant

5100 Belt Line Addison (between Montfort and the Tollway)

• It’s a great bar with great food
• $6 happy hour menu till 6pm
• Miniature golf  is $14 for nine holes and is strictly optional and looks like loads of fun so some of us will be giving it a try

Minature golf not your thing?  No worry come anyways because there will be plenty of good Rotary camaraderie going on. No signup needed.

So see you there!

DG Mary Bedosky's, 2025-2026 District 5810 Service Project - Join us for Challenge's Air's Dallas Fly Day where leaders come together to create unforgettable experiences for children with special needs. If you would like to join in serving, please register via link provided.  There are various assignments and times available.  

Rotary Club of Dallas once again is partnering with Texas Health Resources, U.S. Attorney's office and Project Safe Neighborhood to provide each child with 3 books at no cost to the child.  This school is located in a high crime and underserved neighborhood. It is so fun to see the kids light up when they are told the books are free to them.  If you are available, please sign up via the link and be sure and complete the volunteer form.  This school is in Richardson ISD but located in Dallas.   

DFW Airport is growing, and they are looking for restaurateurs, retailers and small-business owners ready to grow with them. 🍽️🛍️ With new gates and terminals ahead, the world’s 3rd busiest airport will open more than a dozen new spaces for shops and restaurants that showcase the authentic tastes, talent and personality of hashtag
DFW. 

Join us for a FUN day of service and instruction! 🚲💙

We’re teaching children in our community how to ride a bicycle safely. This event is recommended for kids in 2nd–6th grade.

What to expect:

• A hands-on child safety course led by Rotarians, Scouts and other volunteers
• A FREE lunch for all attendees
• 40 chances to win a FREE bicycle for kids who complete the course

Sign up today to serve!

Dr. Ted Fields & Dr. Liz Acquaye-Kwarteng will be presenting our Ghana Dental Clinic for May 2026.  Also, David Vilbig will bring us up to date on Ghana water wells. 

Spring Dockside Social

Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Cost: $30

Sip. Supper. Socialize!

Join us for a relaxed dockside evening featuring bourbon tasting, great food and even better company. 

Enjoy a curated bourbon tasting with Cole Kephart and Ryan Autry of Garrison Brothers Distillery, who will share stories from the distillery and insights into their bourbon-making craft.

Come sip, nosh and connect with friends – or make a few new ones – over good food and warm fellowship.

We are proud to announce this year we have expanded our support to Dallas Fire-Rescue and rebranded the Back the Blue Tournament as the Dallas Public Safety Classic!

You are invited by the Rotary Club of Dallas to participate in our 11th Annual Charity Golf Tournament held at Prestonwood at the Creek Golf Club in Dallas. The event is a premium Charity Golf Tournament which benefits Safer Dallas Better Dallas, a non-profit devoted to supporting the Dallas Police, Dallas Fire-Rescue and Public Safety. 

2 Tickets left!  To purchase tickets, contact Cyndi Janssen at cyndi@dallasrotary.org. 

It will be a FUN night.  We have limited seats available together.  Tickets are on a first come first serve basis.  Cost $25 for entry.  Food and beverage on your own.  

Dale Petroskey, and you’re in for a special treat! Fireside Chat!

Are you a baseball fan?

Dale served as President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame from 1999-2008.

Love to travel?

He served as Senior Vice President of National Geographic Society from 1988-1999.

Have an interest in politics?

He served as Assistant Press Secretary for President Ronald Regan from 1985-1987.

Interested in hearing some inside stories about Dallas leadership?

Dale served as President and CEO of the Dallas Regional Chamber for the last 12 years.

The program format will be conversational, and there should be time for some audience interaction. 

The Big Splash Bash!

Join us for a relaxed and joyful gathering as we celebrate our club’s accomplishments this Rotary year!

Fajita's, frozen margaritas, soft drinks and beer will be provided.  Please feel free to bring your favorite drink and a dessert or snack to share, and your swimsuit…if you’re feeling adventurous!

Family is welcome. Bill and Lisa will have the pool ready and those up for a little extra fun kayaks will be available (adult vests available).  The living room TV will share "best of year" photos, so if you have something to share, please email Rosanna at rsandlin10@gmail.com with photos or videos.  

Come ready to unwind, connect and celebrate together!

When:  Sunday, May 17^th

Time: 3-6 p.m.

Where:  Bill Dendy's home at 300 Lakeland Dr., Highland Village, TX  75077

We look forward to the celebration!

Directions: Take I 35 North across the lake and take the Lake Dallas exit.  Make a u-turn onto southbound service road.  Turn Right onto Higland Village Rd., turn right onto Lakeland Drive to #300.

For more information click here:

https://convention.rotary.org/en-us/about/past-and-future-conventions

Come Celebrate in honor of our outstanding members, at the 2026 changing of the guard.  Thank you President Chris Castle, for your leadership. 

Come celebrate the accomplishments of President Chris Castle and welcome President-Elect Jeff Bosque as our incoming leader. 

"The Battle of Baltimore and the Origin of the Star-Spangled Banner" by Steve Cotton

Location to be announced at a later date. 

Dr. Landry leads by focusing on the big vision, striving for high student and employee satisfaction, while installing scalable operations and programming. During her tenure at ACE, she led the college through the development of a new mission, vision, and several strategic plans, began programming in multiple disciplines (education, healthcare, nursing, and business), and guided the college to become the first institution in Indiana that was both a Certified Benefit Corporation and a Public Benefit Corporation.

Time to  get social

Let’s beat the August heat and mingle with fellow Rotarians

Tuesday, August 11^th 5-7 pm at CRAFT 

5974 Northwest Hwy (in Preston Center)

Large selection of craft beers and food.

Everyone pays their own tab  so come early for the Happy Hour pricing  5-6pm.

Casual Club Meeting

Dr. Scotty Landry, is a respected executive leader whose career has been defined by service, leadership, and a commitment to strengthening communities.

With nearly 30 years of experience spanning the nonprofit, military, and corporate sectors, Dr. Landry has built a reputation for developing high-performing organizations, leading strategic growth, and inspiring teams to make a lasting impact. Most recently, he served as Interim Managing Director for The Salvation Army's North Texas Area Command, overseeing operations across 20 locations and more than 420 employees.

Many in North Texas know Dr. Landry from his 10-year tenure as President and CEO of Make-A-Wish North Texas, where he expanded the organization's reach across 161 counties, strengthened fundraising and volunteer engagement, and helped grant life-changing wishes to thousands of children facing critical illnesses.

His leadership experience also includes founding successful startup companies, managing complex supply chain operations for a Fortune 500 company, and serving as a Company Commander in the Louisiana Army National Guard.

Dr. Landry holds a Doctorate in Leadership from the American College of Education, an MBA from Southern Methodist University, and executive leadership certificates from Harvard Business School. He has also been recognized by the Dallas Business Journal as one of the area's Most Admired CEOs.

A lifelong advocate for servant leadership and youth development, Dr. Landry continues to dedicate his talents to organizations that strengthen individuals, families, and communities.