Reminder: please work hard to get a speaker. If you cannot, please let us know at the meeting and we can help you!
April Social Activity Planners - Kathy R. and Jason S. (Business after 5 in Cumberland - Tuesday Apr. 22 and Beverages after Stickers, Thurs. Apr. 24 - location TBD)
Apr. 22 - BUSINESS AFTER 5 in Cumberland. 5:00 PM at Nezzys. Clare has arranged for us to host with the Chamber with a discussion on service organization opportunities in Cumberland. This will serve as our social event.
Apr. 24 - Meeting - Don hosts - Marshfield representative on the merger with Sanford Health. Don says it will be very interesting, bring guests or spouses.
Apr. 24 - 5:15 pm Rice Lake Police Dept. Putting stickers on the helmets followed by beverages. Location for beverages TBD
May Social Activity Planners - Mike VG and BJ (Cinco De Mayo Celebration)
May 1 - Meeting - Monika hosts, Cinco de Mayo final planning, membership
May 6 - Board Meeting and Cinco de Mayo Celebration
May 8 - Business Meeting reviewing Board Discussion and Cinco event
May 15 - Meeting - Tyler K. hosts (trade with Mark B.)
May 22 - Meeting - Cathy B hosts
May 29 - 5th Week meeting, Club Assembly
June Social Activity Planners - Joe E and Bruce G
June 3 - Board Meeting
June 5 - Meeting - Clare hosts
June 12 - Meeting - Mark B. hosts (trade with Tyler)
June 19 - Meeting - Trudy hosts - Lynn Kolpack with the Lumbering Hall of Fame. We will also present the remainder of the funds from the Pat Durand Memorial. Thanks Don for helping me get this set up.
June 21 - RUBY's Pantry Volunteer Activity
June 26 - Meeting - Jeremy hosts
July Social Activity Planners - Ken P and Kathy R
July 1 - Board Meeting
July 3 - Meeting - Board Discussion. Transfer of the Gavel?
July 10 - Meeting - Jason hosts
July 17 - Meeting - Dean hosts
July 24 - Meeting - Jim S. hosts
July 31 - Meeting - Club Assembly (5th week of the month)
August Social Activity Planners - Ana and Mike VG
Aug. 7 - District Governor elect Glenn Bowers visit.
Please be sure to let me know as soon as you have a program set up so it can be added to our schedule. If you do NOT have a program, please let us know that as well so we can either get a program or some other focus for those attending. If you need a Zoom link, please let Trudy/Joe E. know that as well. Thanks!
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IMPORTANT REMINDER - Business After 5 - Nezzy's in Cumberland. Clare has coordinated - She will have a table there on Rotary Info - could we also get someone to gather info to set out on Community Service and Projects. Let's all support! April 22nd. 5:00 pm
April 24th - Will be putting stickers on the Safety Fair Helmets.
Cinco de Mayo - May 6th!! Put it on your calendar and invite potential members! This is going to be a social membership activity. Asking all members to donate a bottle (of whatever) for Spin the Bottle and Silent Auction items (feel free to group up for a larger item).
Children's Safety Fair - May 10th - looking for helpers.
Spirits Tasting Event - September 25th
Be sure to like our Facebook Page! Here is the link:
https://www.facebook.com/share/15USBZqmEm/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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DISTRICT/INTERNATIONAL ROTARY NEWS:
TO: All Rotarians and Guests
Make Peace Visible: A Conference to Inspire Action
May 1–3, 2025 | Mystic Lake Center, Prior Lake, MN
In just two weeks, change agents, Rotarians, and peacebuilders from across the region will gather for three days of learning, connection, and action at the Make Peace Visible Conference.
This is more than a conference—it's a movement to strengthen peace through food security, environmental action, ethical leadership, and community-driven solutions.
Full Conference Registration: $299
Includes five meals, all keynote sessions, breakout access, and admission to the House of Friendship.
Daily rates available: Thursday $39 | Friday $179 | Saturday $99
Registration Link: CLICK HERE
Thursday, May 1 – Kickoff Events
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3:00 – 4:30 PM: Hocokata Ti Cultural Tour (ticketed)
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3:00 – 4:30 PM: Dakota Prairie Composting Center (free)
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5:30 – 8:00 PM: Welcome Program featuring Jay Olstad, journalist and Emmy Winner
Friday, May 2 – Full Conference Day
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Keynote Speaker: Patricia Shafer – “Roots of Hunger, Pillars of Peace”
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Breakout Topics include:
• Ending Human Trafficking through Food Security
• Economic Development and Peace
• Food Systems and Climate Resilience
• Positive Peace Tools
• Urban Agriculture and Food Justice
• Columbia: Peace Incubators
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Evening Keynote and Dinner: Rebecca Middleton, World Food Program USA
Saturday, May 3 – Closing Day
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Keynote: Lawrence Kent, Gates Foundation
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Breakouts on trafficking, WASH, school impact, and ethical culture
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Closing Keynote: John Noltner – Lessons on the Road to Peace
House of Friendship: 20+ Exhibitors
Featuring peace and food security projects, global partnerships, and innovative local initiatives.
Peace begins with participation. Make your impact visible.
Save the date! The installation of 2025-2026 District Governor Glenn Bowers will be June 12th, 4:30 to 7:30 PM, at Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria Street N., Shoreview MN. www.ardenhillshoreviewrotary.com
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