Murfreesboro Breakfast Rotary Club

Rotary Board Meeting
2026-05-19 17:15 - 18:15 (America/Chicago)

Fred Tyus - Murfreesbro Rescue Mission
2026-05-21 07:00 - 08:00 | Hyatt Place, 2108 Lothric Way, TN, 37129
Fred Tyus
Fred Tyus is Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Murfreesboro Rescue Mission. Fred graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor’s and Master’s of Business Administration, majoring in Marketing with a concentration in Finance and Real Estate. He also holds a two-year degree from Faith Is The Victory Bible School. Licensed as a minister since 2000, Fred functions in ministry as a teacher and evangelist, with a heart to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with those in need. With over 30 years of experience in the finance industry through mortgage companies and financial institutions, Fred has also worked as a licensed Real Estate Agent since 2016. His ongoing focus is on strengthening the local community through volunteerism, mentoring, and promoting unity

OffSite: Center for the Arts - Sydney Copeland, Tennessee First Tee
2026-06-04 07:00 - 08:00 | Center for the Arts, 110 W College Street, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
First Tee is a youth development organization that enables kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, we create active learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do. We’re Building Game Changers through our junior golf programs.

MBRC Meeting - Sydney Copeland
2026-06-04 07:00 - 08:00 | Center for the Arts – Murfreesboro
Off-site Meeting Speaker: Sydney Copeland Organization: First Tee Tennessee Topic: First Tee Tennessee

Amy Jordan - Thriving Together TN
2026-06-11 07:00 - 08:00 | Hyatt Place, 2108 Lothric Way, TN, 37129
Thriving Together TN envisions a future where families receive the support, resources, and hope they need to overcome challenges and create loving, safe, stable, and nurturing homes for their children. By offering evidence-based, community-supported services, we foster healthy relationships among families to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. Our mission aligns closely with the values of Rotary International by strengthening families, supporting children, and building healthier communities through service, collaboration, and meaningful connection. About Our Speaker: Driven by her own lived experiences, decades of research, various roles in child welfare, and relevant cross-sector system administration of mental health and substance use treatment and recovery services, Amy brings passionate leadership aimed at advancing quality community-based resources for TN families. She holds a Master’s in Criminal Justice Administration from MTSU and a Bachelor’s in Sociology from Western KY University. As Rutherford County native, Amy is active in her community through civic and professional endeavors, including serving on the Community Engagement committee for the Rutherford Thrives Continuum of Care, which advocates for the unhoused population, and as a Rutherford Cable member. As a passionate volunteer and supporter of other child-focused nonprofits in Murfreesboro, she was instrumental in the early success of Kymari House and was previously an advisory board member and Secretary for the Rutherford County Isaiah 117 House. She has been deeply committed to the mission of Thriving Together TN since inception of the organization in 2023 as the founding Chair of the Board of Directors and was hired as the Executive Director in February 2026.

MBRC Meeting - Amy Jordan
2026-06-11 07:00 - 08:00 | Hyatt Place Murfreesboro, 2108 Lothric Way
Regular Meeting Speaker: Amy Jordan Organization: Thriving Together TN Topic: Thriving Together TN: The Power of Community

2026 Rotary International Convention
2026-06-13 - 2026-06-17 | TaiNEX, Taipei, Thailand
The Rotary International Convention: Unforgettable moments, enduring relationships
The Rotary International Convention is where you’ll find people of action from around the world brainstorming solutions to some of the most pressing challenges and celebrating our works of service that create lasting change.
The convention is where you’ll renew connections, discover fresh perspectives, and create unforgettable moments and enduring relationships.
At the convention, you’ll:

Participate in engaging breakout session discussions
Attend motivating general sessions
Network with fellow changemakers
Mingle with old and new friends
Browse exhibits and visit the House of Friendship
Explore an exciting host city
Enjoy live entertainment and enriching attractions

The convention is our largest event of the year, a chance for members to show the general public who we are and what we do. Join us at this year’s Rotary International Convention and show the world who you are and all that you do.

MBRC Meeting - Marcella Bianco
2026-06-18 07:00 - 08:00 | Hyatt Place Murfreesboro, 2108 Lothric Way
Regular Meeting Speaker: Marcella Bianco Organization: Alzheimer’s Association Topic: Supporting Brain Health in Our Community

Marcella Bianco - Alzheimer's Association
2026-06-18 07:00 - 19:45 | Hyatt Place, 2108 Lothric Way, TN, 37129
Marcella Bianco is a dedicated public health professional with more than 20 years of experience leading community health initiatives, building strategic partnerships and advancing prevention and education programs. She currently serves as the Program Director for the State of Tennessee at the Alzheimer’s Association, where she works to bring awareness, education and support to communities across the state. Through strong networking, leadership and relationship-building, Marcella cultivates key community connection that expand the reach of resources and support for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. She is passionate about empowering volunteers and building strong relationships that create lasting community impact.

Club Assembly - New Officer Installation
2026-06-25 07:00 - 08:00 | Hyatt Place, 2108 Lothric Way, TN, 37129
Join your fellow Rotarians to install new leadership for the 2026-2027 year and celebrate the accomplishments of this year’s leaders!

MBRC Meeting - Club Assembly - Work Day
2026-06-25 07:00 - 08:00 | Hyatt Place Murfreesboro, 2108 Lothric Way
Club Assembly Speaker: Club Assembly – Work Day Organization: MBRC Topic: Board Installation Day

MBRC Meeting - Tom Starling
2026-07-09 07:00 - 08:00 | Hyatt Place Murfreesboro, 2108 Lothric Way
Regular Meeting Speaker: Tom Starling Organization: Evergreen Life Services Topic: Fostering individuals with intellectual and developmental disorders

MBRC Club Social @ Chuys
2026-07-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Chuy’s – Murfreesboro, 801 NW Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37129, United States
Join us at Chuy’s on Broad Street for our Summer Club Social! The club will provide the snacks. Drinks or a meal are on the participant. Bring a spouse! Bring a kid! Most importantly, Bring your Rotary Self!

MBRC Meeting - Josh Clendenen
2026-07-16 07:00 - 08:00 | Hyatt Place Murfreesboro, 2108 Lothric Way
Regular Meeting Speaker: Josh Clendenen Organization: Presiden & CEO, The Guardian Initiative Topic: Rescuing the Rescuers: Fighting Child Trafficking on a New Front

MBRC Meeting - Ellie Laks
2026-07-30 07:00 - 08:00 | Hyatt Place Murfreesboro, 2108 Lothric Way
Regular Meeting Speaker: Ellie Laks Organization: Gentle Barn Topic: The human/animal connection.

MBRC Meeting - John Polk
2026-08-13 07:00 - 08:00 | Hyatt Place Murfreesboro, 2108 Lothric Way
Regular Meeting Speaker: John Polk Topic: The life of James K Polk our eleventh President given by his great, great , great nephew John H Polk.
