Meeting is Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Cabin Coffee 7:00 AM.
This week - We will have a report-out from our Board Meeting held today along with the results of our Master Planning. Will also re-visit our work groups for the year.
Last week, Kathy R. hosted a tour of the Boys and Girls club and the pool. It was a great tour of a really nice facility. This will be awesome support for the kids in the Rice Lake area.
Remember to sign up to be a part of a volunteer group attending the RI Conference in Mpls in 2028. See info below under district news to get your name on the list. Get signed up even if you are not sure.
Cumberland Rotary Impact Club Update:
REMINDER - Meeting this Week, Wednesday, July 8th - 7:00 AM at the Harvest Grill
We will be meeting this week to discuss what we would like to do for Rutabega Fest, as well as finalize our plans for an evening social combined with a business recruitment event on July 15, 5:30 pm at the Tower House. That is next week! We will also kick off our fall school supplies drive! In August, we will support the National Night Out in Cumberland.
Shell Lake Area Companion Club Update:
REMINDER - Meeting Wednesday, July 8, 5:30 pm at the Shell Lake Lodge.
We met with the Superintendent and Principles of the local schools to discuss potential needs and how our companion group may be able to help. They will potentially be joining one of our gatherings in August so we can discuss further. We will have our first “official meeting” tomorrow and will have two new members joining us.
EXECUTIVE BUSINESS:
Sunrise Rotary still needs to finalize officers for the next year. Jason is president. Kathy agreed to do treasurer again and Trudy agreed to continue as secretary. We need coverage for Membership and Foundation - this is a great way to get started on being more involved in Rotary - please let Jason know. We will also be looking for a president for Rotary year 27/28. Jason is willing to co-pres if someone will step up for a two year committment (first year co with Jason, second year on own).
This is our 30th Anniversary for Sunrise Rotary - would like to do something - if you want to help out you can join Jason, Monika and Clare for planning. Clare will also be doing a time line - so share any info that you want to have included.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
July 21 - Music in the Park - Food truck - Let Ana know.
July 28 - Music in the Park - Food truck - Let Ana know.
Oct. 3 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Building Project
Oct. 15 - Bourbon Tasting Event
Oct. 22 - Rose Day
UPCOMING PROGRAMS for Sunrise Rotary (Any Rotarian and their guests are welcome to attend):
July Social Activity Planners/AOS and greeters - Jeremy M. and Ken P. - Idea was brought up to do Kids from Wisconsin again?
July 9 - Meeting - Board Report out.
July 12 - Happy Birthday Chris F.!
July 16 - Meeting - Jason S.
July 23 - Meeting - Bruce S. Will be visiting the Green Leaf Farms in Chetek. Stop in Chetek at Hope and Anchor to pick up a coffee and pastry or breakfast sandwich and we will go from there. More details to come.
July 29 - Happy Birthday Joe E.!
July 30 - Meeting - Dean S.
August Social Activity Planners/AOS and greeters - Monika A. and Ana TS
Aug. 4 - Board Meeting
Aug. 6 - Meeting - New DG Michael Jon Pease visit. Brief Board Report out.
Aug. 10 - Happy Birthday Bruce G.!
Aug. 13 - Meeting - Mike VG
Aug. 20 - Meeting - BJ Williams
Aug. 25 - Happy Birthday Dean S.!
Aug. 27 - Meeting - Jim S. (trade with Monika) - tentative meeting at his new home.
September Social Activity Planners/AOS and greeters - Don D. and Joe E.
Sept. 1 - Board Meeting
Sept. 3 - Meeting - Chris F
Sept. 10 - Meeting - Bruce G.
Sept. 17 - Meeting - Sheldon J.
Sept. 24 - Meeting - Tyler K.
Just a reminder to work hard on securing a speaker. If you need ideas, reach out to any officer and we’ll be happy to help! If you’re unable to secure a speaker, please let us know as soon as possible so we can plan a focus for the weekly meeting. Please let Trudy know as soon as you have a program set up so it can be added to the calendar. If you need a Zoom link, contact Jason or Joe E.
Be sure to like our Facebook Page! Here is the link:
Thanks Monika for doing our Facebook page - we are up to 137 followers!
ROTARY DISTRICT 5960 BUSINESS/NEWS:
My dear friends, As members of Rotary, we are all united across cultures, languages, and communities. Together, we share a responsibility not only to bring about change but also to ensure that the effects endure.
That is why this year, we are called to Create Lasting Impact.
When we work alongside communities, invest in people’s skills and leadership abilities, and measure our progress, we ensure that positive changes can continue in our communities and in ourselves long after a single project ends.
When we focus our efforts and work together, we can maximize our impact in the year ahead.
My friends, Rotary has the power to transform lives, including our own. As you plan your projects, welcome new members, and serve your community, I ask you to thoughtfully consider the impact you are making and how it will last.
Together, we can Create Lasting Impact that endures across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
Thank you for all that you do, and for all that we will accomplish together.
Yours in Rotary,
Yinka H. Babalola 2026-27 President Rotary International
P.S. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for next year’s Rotary International Convention, happening 26-30 June in Barcelona, Spain. Registration will open in September 2026, and you can visit the convention website now for more information. I look forward to welcoming you there!
Reminder that the 2028 the Rotary Int'l Conference will be held in Minneapolis.
The 2028 Rotary International Convention — Minneapolis looks forward to working with volunteers like you.
