Thursday Lunch Meetings
Most Thursdays Monthly at noon, please check Meeting Dates and Locations link below.
The Woodlands Country Club – Palmer, Legacy Ballroom
100 Grand Fairway, The Woodlands, TX
Non-member attendance fee: $30*
Morning Networking Meeting
Morning Networking Meetings are held to allow people who are unable to attend luncheon meetings, please check Meeting Dates & Locations link above.
Held @ 7:30am
Black Walnut Café
9000 New Trails Drive, The Woodlands, TX
Non-member attendance fee: $15*
Tuesday Evening – Rotary After Hours “RAH”
First Tuesday of the Month at 5:30 PM
Location varies within The Woodlands
No attendance fee.
Rotaract Club of The Woodlands
Second and Fourth Tuesdays at 5:30 PM
Visit their website for meeting and event information: www.woodlandsrotaract.org
No attendance fee. Young Professionals welcome!
Please visit our calendar for the latest meeting and guest speaker information. Guests are always welcome. It’s a great opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who believe in “Service Above Self.”
*Price subject to change. Thursday Lunch membership includes the cost to attend the Thursday lunch meetings. RAH club members are subject to the attendance fee. Rotaract members are subject to a discounted lunch attendance fee.
Roman Yaremko shared a bit about his Rotary Club in the Ukraine. Roman shared heartbreaking pictures (see below) and what his Rotary Club has completed and currently has in progress.
We could only devote a small amount of time to Roman's initial presentation, but we will try to get him back to highlight our shared values. This may be the beginning of something great between our two clubs.
The Rotary Club of The Woodlands kicked off its inaugural Fourth Tuesday Morning Networking Meeting with a lively 7:30 a.m. gathering at Black Walnut Café. While the early hour prompted Rotarian Patrick Reardon to arrive in pajamas, earning laughs and setting a lighthearted tone, the event proved to be more than just fun and games. Rotarians and guests engaged in spirited conversations, building camaraderie over coffee and shared stories.
Club President Cindy Heiser welcomed attendees and introduced guest speaker Jevon Gibbs of The Woodlands Economic Development Partnership, who delivered an insightful presentation on regional growth and future development. From multilingual exchanges to reflections on family, the morning was filled with warmth, wit, and meaningful connection.
Jack Anderson joined the Interact Club at the John Cooper School as a sophomore, initially looking to fulfill community service hours for his college applications. What started as a checklist quickly turned into a passion for giving back. By his senior year, Jack had accumulated a club-record 130 service hours, leading projects from food distribution to senior center entertainment. His experience not only strengthened his commitment to service but also deepened his connections within The Woodlands. Now, as he prepares for his next chapter at The Ohio State University, Jack is eager to continue volunteering and inspiring others along the way.
Dear Fellow Rotarians and Friends,
As our club embarks on its 52nd year of serving others in The Woodlands area, we remain committed to investing in the well-being of others through Rotary International’s motto, Service Above Self. Rotarians help build stronger families and healthier communities.
This Rotary year, we will redouble our efforts to support those in need by expanding educational opportunities and reducing barriers to learning. We will continue our support of Lone Star College, local schools that provide essential assistance to at-risk students, and Balanyá English Academy in Guatemala. At the same time, Rotary House will continue to provide a welcoming home away from home for families traveling to The Woodlands for medical treatment, offering comfort and support during challenging times.
While education and Rotary House remain our primary areas of focus this year, we will also continue advancing Rotary’s other Areas of Focus. Our valued partnerships with the Montgomery County Food Bank, Yes to Youth, Interfaith, The Journey School, Meals on Wheels, Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center, Maverick Care Center, Angel Reach and others enable us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout our community.
As we begin the next chapter in our club’s history, we have an exciting opportunity to build upon the legacy of the past 51 years. Together, we can lead with purpose, serve with compassion, Create Lasting Impact and brighter futures for those we serve.
Sincerely,
Matt Bottorff
President
Rotary Club of The Woodlands
