Reminder - Meeting this Thursday, November 30, 7:00 AM Stevies Cafe
Good Evening,
Hoping everyone had a good Thanksgiving and enjoyed the week off last week. Reminding you all we have our meeting this week on Thursday, Nov. 30 at 7:00 am at Stevies. This is going to be a great chance to hear a speaker from our district - IN PERSON!! Michael Spellman from the Shoreview/Arden Hills Club will be here to share information on the "Make Peace Visible" initiative. This would be a wonderful time for high attendance so please attend if you are able. Plus with everything going on in the world today....learning more on making Peace visible is an important focus.
Also remember that we are going to be collecting new/gently used hats/mittens/gloves for the Free Clinic - bring what you can!
The board met this evening and will be bringing forth a couple of recommendations for donations to our food pantries and the Barron Hockey Organization. We also met with Mark and Cathy Berger to review some of the information we covered during session 1 of "Rotary Member IN Service". They will be doing a follow up session on Dec. 7. Please take time at home to do some reflecting and thinking on the topics we reviewed and what our breakout groups discussed. Bring you thoughts and ideas in relationship to the survey that was conducted. We really want to determine the direction our club wants to take in the future.
Remember, the Salvation Army has started their Red Kettle Campaign. Please let me know when you would like to ring and where so I can get you signed up.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
For the next two weeks (Nov. 30 and Dec. 7) Clare will be collecting new or gently used and clean hats and gloves/mittens for the free clinic. Please bring some in!
Ruby's Pantry - December 16 Please put it on your calendar now so we have good coverage!
Salvation Army Bell Ringing - If you have any preferential times/places please let me know so I can schedule.
Can Am Bon Spiel Committees are set. They will be looking for help during the event on Feb. 1, 2, and 3, 2024 Sign up sheets will be coming soon.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
REMEMBER TOMORROW IS GIVING TUESDAY!!
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We need your help, as a Rotary leader, to raise funds and awareness for The Rotary Foundation this Giving Tuesday, 28 November.
This global day of generosity is an opportunity for all members to make a big impact, with a gift of any size that supports projects you’re passionate about.
The Foundation will recognize the top three clubs in fundraising, donor participation, and online giving. Find out which clubs were recognized last year and set a giving goal for your club this year. Just be sure the gifts are made on 28 November! If you have questions, text Mark B.
As we approach this day of giving, remind other members that every contribution, no matter the size, helps Rotary create positive change in the world.
We know that with your help, Giving Tuesday will be a bigger success than ever.
Sincerely,
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District 5960 Mid-Term Event
Join us for a fantastic morning of learning, sharing & fun.
The focus is on ways to make our clubs irresistible!
Saturday, January 6, 2024, from 9 am to 11:45 am
The 'irresistible" House of Friendship opens at 8:00 am
Get your HOF card punched at the booths to enter for drawings.
Free Event, but registration is required
Hamline University in the Anderson Center
774 Snelling Ave N, St Paul MN
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Click Here for In-Person Registration Link)
*Presidents-elect
Your Mid-term registration confirms your attendance.
at the PE Lunch/Training starting at 12:00 pm)
House of Friendship Registration
This is a great way to share.
What project do you want to promote?
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This new year is waiting for us to create hope and peace.
Midterm is more than a progress check on the Rotary year! It is a time to share what is happening in your club and learn what is possible in Rotary.
- Updates on the District 5960 Visioning & Peace initiative!
- Inspiration – Intentional Leadership Guru Bill Goodwin, CEO of Priority Living https://www.prioritylivingmn.com/about
- Membership Olympics
- Special panel featuring our Youth Programs
- Official signing of the International Operation Pollination Pledge
- Bring in speaker ideas; leave with a list of great club programs. Be ready to share membership, service, fundraising ideas; leave with new contacts.
Most importantly, we need you. You bring ideas, solutions, and creativity. See you in January and remember to
register! (
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
Nov. 30 - Jason S. - Michael Spellman from the Arden Hills/Shoreview Rotary Club on "Make Peace Visible" initiative. Great in-person presentation.
Dec. 7 - Jim S. - Member IN-Service Part 2 (REMEMBER to bring your thoughts and comments from our survey and Part 1 session)
Dec. 14 - Ana T.S.
Dec. 21 - Mike VG
Dec. 28 - End of Year Social Event/Holiday Celebration
Jan. 4 - Monika A
Jan. 11- Mark B
Jan. 18 - Duana B.
Jan. 25 - Social Activity Week
Please be sure to let me know as soon as you have a program set up so I can get it on our schedule. If you need a zoom link please let me/Joe E. know that as well. Thanks!
Rotary - A community of ordinary people banding together to accomplish extraordinary things.
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