by Gopal Chandrasekaran

• Speaker: 11 February 2026 - Houston Astros Outlook, Steve Sparks 
   

  

  
  Steve Sparks is a primary radio color commentator for the Houston Astros, known for his in-depth analysis on SportsTalk 790 and his past career as an MLB knuckleball pitcher. A resident of Sugar Land, Texas, for over 20 years, he has been part of the Astros' broadcasting team, providing insight during the team's successful era. 

   

• President's topics:
  • Meeting location changed to:

Sweetwater Country Club Ballroom
4400 Palm Royale Blvd.
Sugar Land, TX 77479

• Volunteer Opportunities:
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• Social Events:
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• Welcome Home: Our First Meeting Back at Sweetwater!
• 2026 Running With A Heart 5K
• Sugar Land Rotary Club 40th Anniversary Dinner
• Invitation: 2026 Sugar Land Rotary Fundraising Dinner – A Night of Impact!
• 2026 Rotary International Convention
• Promote Club Speakers
• Future Programs
• Lunch Menu
• Wit and Wisdom
• Membership Moments
• February 2026 - Rotarian of the Month - Karl Schleicher
• Thanks to Our Rotary Corporate Members
• Sugar Land Rotary Club - P&L Statement
• Rotary Officers and Board of Directors
• February Birthdays and Anniversaries
• History of Presidents
• Sugar Land Rotary Hall of Fame
• List of Rotarians of the Month
• List of Rookie of the Year
• List of Harris Griffin Awardees

We have officially kicked off the new calendar year at Sweetwater Country Club! Our first meeting was a great success; everyone enjoyed the presentation on 3D printing and the custom 3D-printed keychains provided by our guest speaker.

Many of you asked when we last met at Sweetwater. After looking through our archives, I discovered that our final meeting there before the pandemic was on March 11, 2020. It is hard to believe that was nearly six years ago!

Sweetwater reached out to invite us back with competitive pricing, and since this was the club’s original home for many years, it felt like the right time to return. Welcome home!

Dean Clark Administrator

We are delighted to invite you to a very special occasion—the 40th Anniversary of The Sugar Land Rotary Club.

This milestone celebration is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our past achievements, honor the members who have shaped our legacy, and look forward to many more years of service and community impact.

 

Event Details

• Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
   
• Time:  6:00 PM
   
• Location: Sweetwater Country Club Ballroom
  • 4400 Palm Royale Blvd.
     
  • Sugar Land, TX 77479
     
• Keynote Speaker: Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale, CEO of Gallery Furniture
   

We are honored to have Jim McIngvale, as our keynote speaker. His legendary insights and dedication to the Texas community promise to make this evening truly memorable.

To secure your spot at this exclusive celebration, please use one of the following methods:
 

1. Online: https://shorturl.at/XgG2Y
    
2. Mobile: Open the attached file and scan the QR code with your smartphone camera.
    
3. Ticket sales links close on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 5pm
    

Your presence would make this event even more meaningful as we celebrate four decades of "Service Above Self." We look forward to sharing this historic moment with you.
 

The Sugar Land Rotary Club cordially invites you to our annual Fundraising Dinner on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Join us for a "Night of Impact" as we come together to support Parks Youth Ranch and other local non-profit organizations and celebrate our shared commitment to "Service Above Self".

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
   
• Time: 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
   
• Location: Safari Texas Ranch,  Magnolia Room, 11627 FM 1464, Richmond, TX

Evening Highlights
We have planned a memorable evening filled with fellowship and entertainment:
 

• Activities: Enjoy casino games, a photo booth, Steak Dinner, Magician, Balloon Twister, DJ live music and dancing and celebrity photos.
   
• Community: Meet and network with celebrities and community leaders from across Fort Bend County.
   

Secure Your Spot
Purchase your tickets and register early to ensure your attendance at this premier event. You are welcome to bring your significant other and adult friends to join in the festivities. https://shorturl.at/5dbNW
Get more Details on Event website: https://shorturl.at/HrGfQ

We look forward to an incredible night of community and impact with you.

Rotary regards,

The Sugar Land Rotary Club Team

Taipei Host Organization Committee Welcomes You!

Follow this link for details - https://convention.rotary.org/en-us/

To promote our upcoming speakers (we have some amazing ones coming up!) please click on the Facebook link below (see the round F logo on the bottom left), and to post their excitement/interest in having our new mayor present.  To open Calendar items, just go to our website, click on Calendar, then click on the person's name on 1/14.  You can already do this for each of the programs you listed - encourage everyone to do the same.

If you do not have Facebook, share this link to our Calendar with your friends by text or email: Sugar Land Rotary Club Calendar.

by Bill Griffin

Salad

Classic Caesar Salad

Entrée

Garlic Butter Shrimp, & Fettuccine Alfredo

Sautéed Broccoli

Dessert

Chef's Choice

February 2026 ROTM

Over the past year, he’s been a steady presence in the club—consistently stepping in to support meetings, including ensuring the PC and setup are ready when needed. Outside Rotary, he enjoys traveling and exploring national parks.
This month’s Rotarian of the Month is Karl Schleicher.

We are pleased that PCCPA has joined the Sugar Land Rotary Club as a Corporate Member. Their website is https://www.pccpa.org/ 

Member Anniversaries 

Rookie of the Year                               Year              President at the Time

1          Marty Clayton                          2007             Robert Walters

2        Susan Barnes                             2017             Rick Smith

3        Josh Griffin                                2018             Jim Munnell

4        David Skateland                        2019             Margie Connolly

5        Dean Clark                                 2020             Raleigh Bailes, Jr.

6        Natalie Lerner                            2021             Todd Breton

7        Anna Finberg                             2023             Marvin Marcell

8        Ramesh Lalwani                        2024             Natalie Lerner

9        Yvonne Miller-Jones                 2025             Mark Heuchert

Harris Griffin Award                        Year              President at the Time

1.     Ziad Chbeir                                2024             Natalie Lerner

2.     Mateo Salmeron                       2025             Mark Heuchert