Events

Join us in this Community event to spruce up the Mansfield Cemetery!

Please register for this event so we can get an accurate headcount!

We need to bring our own tools. Only tools you're comfortable using. Limb loppers, hand trimmers, weed wackers, rakes and brooms. 

The Mansfield Cemetery is located in the city limits, south on Main Street, right on F.M. 917 and right on Burl Ray Drive (Mapsco grid 124W). Cumberland Presbyterian is the oldest section of the cemetery and bears a Texas Historical Subject Marker. The land was deeded for the Cumberland Section by Ralph Man in 1876. Another section is the Bratton Family section dedicated for the descendants of the Bratton family. The T.E. Blessing section was dedicated by Mr. Ernie Blessing. He and his wife Hattie owned a furniture store and the funeral home. Hattie was one of the first licensed female embalmers in the state of Texas. Early settler were buried here and helped found the town by starting churches, schools, gristmills and civic organizations.

Eulanie Lashley is the newly appointed president and chief executive officer of Texas
Health Hospital Mansfield. She is dedicated to fostering growth in the facility while
enhancing community connections. With a wealth of experience in healthcare,
Eulanie has a proven track record of developing impactful programs and overseeing
significant expansions.

Before her role in Mansfield, Eulanie was the vice president and chief operating
officer at AdventHealth Apopka in Florida. She helped advance the cardiovascular and cancer programs during her tenure and led a major $26 million
expansion project. Her leadership also extended to AdventHealth Winter Garden,
where she oversaw the construction of a $219 million inpatient tower, showcasing
her commitment to advancing healthcare infrastructure.

Eulanie earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting at Andrews University, followed by a Master of Business Administration from Southern Illinois University. Outside of her professional life, Eulanie enjoys spending quality time with her
husband, Rossyl, and their two children, Nathan and Natalie

**First Friday Happy Hour Fellowship**, a wonderful opportunity to connect, unwind, and support our local businesses.

This casual gathering is the perfect chance to catch up with fellow Rotarians, meet new faces, and foster our shared commitment to community and service. Plus, by gathering at a local business each month, we’re giving back to the establishments that make Mansfield such a vibrant place to live and work.

Feel free to bring friends, family, and prospective members – the more, the merrier! We look forward to seeing you there for great conversation, food, and fun.

**Let’s mix, mingle, and make a difference!**

🎯 Ready to Hit the Mark? Join Us for Axe Throwing Night! 

Hey Rotarians!

Get ready for a night of skill, thrill, and a bit of friendly competition at our upcoming Rotary Axe Throwing Night! Bring your spouse, bring your game face, and let’s see who has what it takes to land that bullseye—or maybe just come out of the night with all fingers intact!

🪓 Event Details:

   •       What: Axe Throwing Night (Lane fee covered by the club)

   •       When: Friday, November 22nd, from 7 PM to 9 PM

   •       Where: Battle Axes - 1704 W FM 875, Midlothian, TX 76065

   •       BYOB: Beer and wine only, please—hard alcohol needs to stay at home for this one!

   •       RSVP: Register to let us know you are coming!

Some of us are planning to meet up for a bite to eat beforehand to sample some Midlothian local flavors. If you’re interested in joining for dinner, let us know so we can save a spot for you!

Whether you’re a seasoned axe thrower or a curious first-timer, this night promises to be a blast. Hope to see you there, ready to throw (and maybe dodge!) a few axes!

P.S. Don’t forget to wear closed-toe shoes and leave your stress at the door! This is all about fun (and maybe a little competitive spirit)!

**First Friday Happy Hour Fellowship**, a wonderful opportunity to connect, unwind, and support our local businesses.

This casual gathering is the perfect chance to catch up with fellow Rotarians, meet new faces, and foster our shared commitment to community and service. Plus, by gathering at a local business each month, we’re giving back to the establishments that make Mansfield such a vibrant place to live and work.

Feel free to bring friends, family, and prospective members – the more, the merrier! We look forward to seeing you there for great conversation, food, and fun.

**Let’s mix, mingle, and make a difference!**

The holiday season is upon us, and we’re excited to invite you to the Rotary Club of Mansfield’s annual Holiday Party!

Bring your spouse and join us for a festive evening filled with great company, delicious food, and holiday cheer.

Down Home Buffett covered by the Club!

Cajun Chicken Breast

Chopped Steak smothered in onions, mushrooms, and brown gravy

Green beans sauteed in garlic butter, onion and bacon

Mashed potatoes

Garden salad served with ranch or balsamic vinaigrette

In the spirit of giving, we’re supporting the Toys for Tots Toy Drive this year. Please bring an unwrapped toy to help brighten the holidays for children in need.

Let’s celebrate the season together and make a difference in our community!

Kindly RSVP by [RSVP Deadline] to [RSVP Contact Information].

We look forward to seeing you there!

Dr. Tatiana Baeva is the co-founder and director of international operations for Allies in Youth Development, a nonprofit based in Mansfield. Allies in Youth Development serves orphans and vulnerable children around the world in 69 countries and counting. Dr. Baeva created the Allies Mentoring Program that has become the core of transforming the lives of thousands of children. She is the liaison between the United States and area leaders in other countries where she continues to expand connections around the world. Dr. Baeva has a Ph.D. in Russian and a master’s degree in English. She taught Russian, literature, and other subjects at Russian and American universities for 18 years, 10 of which were at University of Texas at Arlington. She is a member of Rotary Dostoevsky in Omsk, Russia.  

Jacquelline Michelle Balderas is a sophomore at Texas Christian University, double majoring in Neuroscience on the Pre-Medicine track and Spanish for the Professions. As a first-generation college student, she is passionate about community engagement and bridging language and cultural barriers in healthcare. She currently serves as a Community Educator Intern with the Alzheimer’s Association of North Central Texas, where she translates materials, conducts outreach within Spanish-speaking communities, and educates on Alzheimer’s awareness and prevention. Additionally, she works as a student assistant in TCU’s Leadership and Student Involvement office and is involved in the Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas and Latinas in Progress, mentoring high school students in their college journey. Through her work, Jacquelline strives to empower communities by fostering education, leadership, and inclusivity.

Join us for a special Rotary Club meeting as we welcome Andy Eads, District Governor for District 5790! This visit is part of the Governor’s mission to connect with every club in the district, and it’s an exciting opportunity for us to engage in meaningful dialogue.

The District Governor will meet with our leadership team and members to discuss how the district can best support our club’s efforts and goals. Additionally, the Governor will share their vision for the upcoming year, highlighting key initiatives and opportunities for collaboration within the district.

Don’t miss this chance to be inspired, share your ideas, and strengthen our connection with Rotary leadership. Together, we can make a greater impact in our community and beyond!

Ready to stir up some fun? Get your ladles and appetites ready for our “Souper” Social – a night of hearty soups, salads, bread, and desserts that’ll make you wonder why we don’t meet like this every week!

We’re looking for some souper volunteers to bring the following:

• Soup (because who doesn’t love a good soup?)

• Salad (you can bring the healthy stuff, but we won’t judge if it’s covered in ranch)

• Bread (for dunking, of course)

• Dessert (because life is too short not to have dessert)

To make sure we don’t end up with 15 pots of chili and nothing else, please sign up to bring one of these tasty dishes by replying to this email and letting us know if you are bringing any family or friends!

Name                    #attending    What you bringing?

Diana Medell           2?               Lasagne Soup

DeLisa Aldridge      5                 Chili Stew

Wendy Collini         2                  Soup

Todd Simmons        2                  Gumbo

Cindy Schmidt         2?                Salad

Kris Hudson            1                   Dessert

Stacia Miller            2?                 Bread

Ken Aldridge           3                   Dessert

Paul Duncan            2                   Cookies

The Mansfield Mission Center has graciously offered their space to host us—let’s show them how much fun we are (and how good we are at eating).

We can’t wait to share laughs, enjoy some soup-erior food, and make this a night to remember!

If you have any questions (or secret soup recipes to share), don’t hesitate to reach out.

See you there,

This week, we will be taking an exclusive tour of the brand-new Mansfield Police Department Headquarters and getting a behind-the-scenes look at their state-of-the-art facility.

This is a fantastic opportunity to see firsthand the incredible work our local law enforcement is doing to keep our community safe. Plus, we are proud to have lunch generously sponsored by Texas Health Hospital Mansfield!

Please RSVP to ensure we have an accurate headcount for the tour and lunch. We look forward to seeing you there!

Joe Smolinski was appointed City Manager on Aug. 10, 2020. Prior to his appointment, he was Deputy City Manager for five years. As Deputy City Manager, Smolinski oversaw the Planning and Development, Building Services, Public Works, Public Utilities and Code Compliance departments, which manage items like zoning, engineering, maintenance, capital improvements and overseeing the city’s long-term water strategies.  

Before he began his 20-year career in the City of Mansfield, Smolinski served seven years as a United States Army Military Police Officer. After his time in the military, Smolinski joined the City of Mansfield's Utility Department, first as assistant director and later director. He later moved into the position of Deputy City Manager. 

In 1971, Rotary International adopted the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program to promote leadership development for future leaders of our community. Since that time, local Rotary Clubs of District 5790 have sponsored one to five young men and women from various schools for camp RYLA so they may participate and learn valuable leadership skills. The sixty-nine Rotary Clubs of District 5790 will typically sponsor 140+ young leaders to attend this annual camp. Your local Rotary Club is inviting you to encourage young leaders you may know to apply for an opportunity to attend this year’s RYLA camp held June 27th-30th, 2024. The student must be a junior or senior in the fall of 2024 to be eligible. The leadership camp will be conducted at Texas Woman’s University in Denton, Texas. If the student is selected, the $450 cost for the camp will be paid by the local Rotary Club and the student will be responsible for incidental items only (toothpaste, soap, shampoo, etc.). It is very important to stress that students selected for sponsorship should not have a time conflict with the camp in June. Plans are already being made and cancellations will result in the loss of the club’s tuition and the opportunity for another student to attend camp RYLA. We have included a link to the online application which should only take a few minutes of the student’s time to complete. After completing the RFA, the full application will be emailed to you. You and your parents/guardians must complete the full application and sign the online forms