Reminder, Rotary Meeting, Thursday, October 5, 7:00 AM Stevies Cafe
Hi Folks, Sending you a reminder that we have our meeting this Thursday, Oct. 5th, 7:00 at Stevies. Clare hosts (trade with Trudy) and she will have Charlie Cohan to talk about the Book Project with Sudan. This is the project we are considering for our international support project.
We will also have our new shirts - so please bring cash/check to cover the cost of the items you purchased! Also looking forward to hearing how the second social event at Perlick's Distillery. Trudy will be greeter.
A couple of reminders on past issues:
District 5960 is going to DACdb (versus Club Runner) for their events. Our club is staying with Club Runner for the next 6 mo. for sure (we just paid our service agreement). After that we will re-evaluate how DACdb is functioning and determine our next steps. There are current events that are out there right now for Rotary (i.e. One Summit) which is having some difficulty with registrations. If you are going to attend - at this time, register as a guest.
We got our tickets and posters for our biggest fund-raiser - Rose Sales! I will have materials again this week. Rose Day is Thursday, Oct. 26. And roses will be $25 per dozen (with a $5 coupon for Adventures/Lehmans). Everyone delivers their own or the recipients can pick them up at the mall on the 26th. We will talk more on our meeting and plans for that day as we get closer to that time.
The RL Bowls Event is scheduled for Oct. 26 as well. This is the big fundraiser for the RL BackPack program for elementary-high school kids. We will be looking at the needs throughout the county for similar programs and will donate to all once we have that determined.
Had an interesting discussion lead by Mark B. on potentially having a Washburn Co. or Shell Lake Area companion club. Looks like an interesting and flexible option to expand our membership base. Watch for more info!!
PLEASE WILL SOMEONE STEP UP FOR THE PRESIDENT POSITION FOR THE NEXT YEAR! Many of us have held the job for 2 or more times, and it is really important to share the leadership of our club. The club supports an incoming president going to the international conference this next year it will be in Singapor! There is a lot of great internal support as well - we have plenty of people to lead the meetings if you are not able to attend, I will continue to help with communication, and Rotary itself has some great information and resources. The is a great opportunity to develop your leadership skills and help our club continue supporting projects throughout Barron Co. Please seriously consider being more involved - we need YOU!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
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.
Ruby's Pantry - December 16
Salvation Army Bell Ringing - will start in November. If you have any preferential times/places please let me know so I can schedule.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The district is continuing their conversion from Club Runner to a new platform called DACdb. This has caused some issues with registration for the One Summit event. Everyone should have received an email from Glenn Bowers on how to navigate this issue. Our club is continuing with Club Runner for the next 6 months until we know that issues are worked out with the new platform....we will keep you posted in that regard.
District 5960 FALL EVENTS! Still a chance to enroll!!
Join us on Saturday, October 14, for CREATING HOPE THROUGH PEACE! 2023-24 Conference of Clubs at St. Olaf College, Northfield We've organized a top-quality conference that will bring together welcoming, engaged, and involved Rotarians and their guests.
Following Rotary’s 5th Test: Is it FUN!
Not only will you enjoy great keynote speakers at this year's Conference of Clubs, but you’ll also have an opportunity to participate in and enjoy some fabulous pre-and post-conference events.
New this year at COC – Split the Pot Raffle and Ice Breaker Bingo! Buy raffle tickets for $5 a piece or 5 for $20.00 and you are entered into the end of day drawing to Split the Pot of total money raised between you and District 5960. The winner MUST be present, so stick around (the day is going to be jam-packed with education and excitement) or give your ticket to a good friend who will really tell you if you won! Is it the truth! Cash sales only!
Ice Breaker Bingo – get to know your fellow Rotarians – who has been a club president, who has met Ian McInally, who went to this year’s Annual Convention, Knows Rotary’s 7th area of focus...plus a host of other interesting questions. Meet new friends and learn something new by attempting to get a BINGO or Coverall. All winners in each game will be entered into great prize drawings at the end of the day!
PLUS, don’t miss the Friday Dine A Round! We are going to be hosted by Northfield Rotarians.
Highlights:
- Patricia Shafer, Executive Director NewGen Peacebuilders
- Damon, Jenkins, SVP, Regional Consultant First Independence Bank
- Audrey Sorenson, ROTEX youth who traveled to India on her Youth Exchange year
- North Star Youth Exchange Students: Flag procession, breakout, and House of Friendship participants
- Breakout Sessions: 12 Breakout Sessions - LINK
- House of Friendship: Over 15 Tables highlighting projects and activities within our district. LINK
- Social: starting at 4:15 pm following the conference events.
- Evening BBQ, Music, Fun at a local farm
Pre-events Friday, October 13
4:45 pm - Social at Fairfield in Northfield
5:45 pm - Dine Around participants depart social for homes to enjoy fellowship and dinner (registration is almost sold out)
Post-Events Saturday, October 14
5:30 pm - Social, BBQ, Music and Fun at Rick Estenson's Barn
Information & Registration (Registration Filling Up!)
- DACdb Users use the Member Login to Register
- Non DACdb users and guests use the Guest Registration Link
Cost:
- $ 125, full event
- $ 95, Saturday only (including evening event)
- $ 65, Saturday Conference only (9am - 5:15pm)
Add-on prices for guests available.
CREATING HOPE THROUGH PEACE! Registration Link
ONE SUMMIT ROTARY
WHO: All Members of Rotary
WHY: Participate in focused discussions with scenarios at
One Summit, sharing about Membership, Public Image, and The Rotary Foundation and how the three work together in Rotary.
Share how “Create Hope in the World” is essential for all of us as Members of Rotary – Rotarians and Rotaractors.
Gain insights about how your club can expand its reach, increase its impact, enhance its engagement, and increase its ability to adapt. Take ideas back to your club to implement!
REGISTRATION LINKS:
- Stillwater, Family Means, Thursday, October 5, 5:30 - 8:00 PM - Click here
More information and registration links: ONE SUMMIT | District 5960 (rotary5960.org)
UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
Sept. 28 - Clare J. - No morning Meeting - Social Event at Perlicks Distillery, W5150 Cty Hwy B in Sarona. Hours on Thursday are 3:00 - 7:00 pm Plan on meeting about 4:30-5:00?
Oct. 5 - Clare/Trudy K. - Charlie Cohan from MN on the Sudan Book project. (Note to Joe/Monika, we will need to send a Zoom link to him - we have the ppt.)
Oct. 12 - Jeremy M
Oct. 19 - Andrew M.
Oct. 26 - Rotary Rose Day
Nov. 2 - Drew O. - Board Meeting Discussion
Nov. 9 - Ken P.
Nov. 16 Kathy R.
Nov. 23 - NO MEETING - Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov. 30 - Jason S.
Dec. 7 - Jim S.
Dec. 14 - Ana T.S.
Dec. 21 - Mike VG
Dec. 28 - End of Year Social Event/Holiday Celebration
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.
Trudy Kroeger
SEARCHING FOR A PRESIDENT FOR 2024-2025!!
DO Sell those Roses!! $25 a dozen
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