Eat, Drink and Be Merry! The Rotary Club of Edina Holiday Cocktail Party is right around the corner! The annual holiday gathering will be Thursday, Dec. 19, starting at 5:30 p.m. The registration deadline was Friday, Dec. 13 and registration is now closed. Join your fellow Rotarians and their significant others for hearty appetizers and a cash bar at the Edina Country Club. Linda Peterson, of the incredibly talented Peterson Family, will be performing to put everyone in the holiday spirit!
Cost for the party is $20 for guests, senior active or honorary Rotarians. Payment can be made at the door with cash, check or credit card, or you can be billed on the next quarterly invoice.
The Rotary Club of Edina is once again collecting holiday gifts for families in need in our community. LAST DAY donations can be dropped off at the Edina Country Club during our Holiday Cocktail Party on Thursday, December 19.Cash or check donations are also welcome. Rotarian Jean Morrison is spearheading the Holiday Giving Program, which will be donating to CornerStone and 66 West again this year. Members are asked to bring UNWRAPPED gifts and gift cards for children of any age (infant all the way through teens) as well as gifts for moms, dads, and families served by CornerStone. This year, gift cards to Macy's, Marshalls, Target, Famous Footwear, Torrid were also requested for the residents at 66 West to buy clothing for job interviews. Jean will take the funds donated and buy gift cards or other gifts to be donated as well.
Rotary Club of Edina Women in Rotary, if relaxing your mind (after the busy Holiday) is on the top of your to-do list, this is the class for you. YogaRestore is rooted in movement that empowers while improving circulation and concentration. Forget the power nap — this will help you refocus and re-energize your routine.
Thanks to the generousity and support of fellow RCE Women in Rotary member, Catherine Gump, this is a no-cost event. Sign up HERE early, there is only space for 30 people. Click "Read More" for location and time information.
WHAT: Feed My Starving Children meal-packing event
WHEN: 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, January 11, 2020 WHERE: Feed My Starving Children Chanhassen location, 18732 Lake Drive East WHO: Any Rotarian along with family and friends. This a wonderful service opportunity for volunteers ages 7 and up. INFO: Register here if you plan to attend. Please register HERE soon so we can make sure we have 20 to 25 volunteers. Contact Mike Sitek for more information.
We can't think of a better way to beat the post-holiday gloominess than to join with good friends at one of the Twin Cities' most popular dining venues, Bachelor Farmer. Internationally known for its eco-consciousness Nordic-influenced fare that uses local, organic products, this Rotary event will be the perfect nightcap to your holiday season.
This small group, 20 person, private dining experience is scheduled for Thursday, January 16. Mark your calendar and watch for it to become available for registration near the end of December. For more details about the restaurant please visit: https://thebachelorfarmer.com/about/ or contact Renee Harberts.
President Josh Sprague called the regular club meeting of December 12, 2019 to order. During the business portion of the meeting, which served as the Club’s Annual Meeting Past President John Flynn presented the slate of nominees to serve on the Rotary Club of Edina Board of Directors, as selected by the Nominating Committee, to serve in the following capacities and terms:
Lisa Walker, Board Director of Community Service – Projects, 2-year term from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2022; Susan Johnson, Board Director of Social, 2-year term from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2022; Bonnie Rolstad, Board Director of International Service, 2-year term from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2022; Bridget Hallstrom, Board Director of Membership, 2-year term from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2022; Shelly Loberg, Officer, 5-year term from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2025
Past President John Flynn also presented the slate of nominees to serve on the Edina Rotary Foundation Board of Directors, in the following capacities and terms:
Dan Mott, At-Large Board Director, 2-year term from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2022; Ann Platt, At-Large Board Director, 2-year term from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2022; John Flynn, At-Large Board Director, 2-year term from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2022;
Tim Murphy made a motion to approve the entire slate of nominees for both boards as presented; Les Jones seconded. Motion approved unanimously viva voce.
Five area high school students won scholarships during Camp Enterprise last month.
Camp Enterprise, organized by the Rotary Club of Edina and Edina-Morningside Rotary Club, provides high school students with a unique opportunity to learn about leadership, business and the free enterprise system.
During the three-day autumn camp Nov. 7-9, presentations were made by business executives and entrepreneurs who shared their experiences with the students and answered questions about a variety of fields and interests. In addition, students participated in a series of customized teambuilding experiences. The students broke into teams and focused a majority of their time at camp on a business case study which culminated in team presentations.
As your TRF (The Rotary Foundation) Director, I want to inspire you to participate in our TRF campaign. Our goal is 100% participation. So, everyone of us counts! Please give within your means. You should know that we are one of the top districts and clubs in the world in our long time giving and participation in TRF. We could be number 1 with just a little help from you. So, let’s make this happen.
Our meeting was a family, holiday themed event held on Thursday, December 12th. Mrs. Santa Claus, Jean Morrison, was there promoting the Holiday Gift Program. You have until this Thursday, December 19 to donate unwrapped toys and gift cards to Target, Macy's, Marshalls, Famous Footwear or Torrid. Santa Claus brought good cheer and hope that our members gift requests would be fulfilled.
Eat, Drink and Be Merry! The Rotary Club of Edina Holiday Cocktail Party is right around the corner! The annual holiday gathering will be Thursday, Dec. 19, starting at 5:30 p.m. The registration deadline was Friday, Dec. 13 and registration is now closed. Join your fellow Rotarians and their significant others for hearty appetizers and a cash bar at the Edina Country Club. Linda Peterson, of the incredibly talented Peterson Family, will be performing to put everyone in the holiday spirit!
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Five area high school students won scholarships during Camp Enterprise last month.
As your TRF (The Rotary Foundation) Director, I want to inspire you to participate in our TRF campaign. Our goal is 100% participation. So, everyone of us counts! Please give within your means. You should know that we are one of the top districts and clubs in the world in our long time giving and participation in TRF. We could be number 1 with just a little help from you. So, let’s make this happen.
