REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN! This is a joint meeting and event with Edina Morningside Rotary Club member registration is required. Event details and registration can be found HERE.
"Leading Diverse Organizations", Race & Equity Series with the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis series will be sponsored by District 5950, Rotary Club of Edina, Edina Morningside and the Federal Reserve of Minneapolis. This second installment of this mini-series will take place at Edina Country Club on October 6, 2022, 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. It will opened as a district-wide event.
Rotary Club of Edina's meeting fees cover the cost of this event and counts toward meeting attendance. Please register as an Edina Rotary Club Member. Senior actives and guests of members may register and pay online HERE. Cost is $23.00 for senior actives, guests, other Rotary club members and the public. Space is limited to 300 participants.
We are doing a winter clothing drive in conjunction with the Edina Morningside Rotary Club at the joint meeting on October 6. The Involve MN van will arrive at 11:45 am and our goal is to stuff it full of winter clothes. Your friends and family are welcome to participate.
Items accepted are:
Mens, womens, childrens winter and lightweight coats. New or clean used coats accepted.
Mens, womens, childrens gloves, hats, mittens and boots.
Questions? Please reach out to Event chair, Ann Platt at mn_annplatt@petsareinn.com or 952-292-6043 / 952-837-1877. Thank you in advance for your participation.
!!NEW MEETING LOCATION - The District Edina!! Next Vocation/Avocation Happy Hour is Wednesday, October 5, 2022. 5:30 p.m. meet and greet with speaker program beginning at 6:00 p.m. Please join us at The District Edina, 7777 Washington Ave, Suite 201, Edina MN 55439.
The speaker for October 5 will be Edina Morningside Rotary member, Don Archibeque. Additional speaker and meeting details below by clicking "Read More".
Join us on October 6th, for a night of dynamic conversation with Honorable Justice Alan Page. This living legend had a remarkable run in the National Football League as an MVP Award Winner with the infamous Purple People Eaters Minnesota Vikings lineup of the 1960’s. He went on to law school at the University of Minnesota and then to an illustrious career in law. In 1993 he was the first African American appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court. In 2018, he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor. This recognition is bestowed upon individuals who have made especially meritorious contribution to the United States. More details and link to register "Read More"
The Edina Rotary Foundation is accepting applications from nonprofit organizations in Edina and its contiguous communities for grants to be used for capital purchases. Applications are due Nov. 15.
Each year, the Rotary Club of Edina raises money at a fall fundraiser to support its projects and award grants. Each year, about $100,000 is raised for the Club’s service projects and local and international grants.
The Foundation’s Community Service – Local Funding Committee favors grant requests for projects that are tangible and self-perpetuating, will be completed in Edina or a bordering community, create partnerships with other organizations, provide benefits to many and can be leveraged over time.
After a grant application is submitted, it is assigned to a member of the committee for review. The committee makes recommendations to the Foundation’s Board of Directors, which makes the final decision on all awards. Award are expected to be made early next year.
Grant applications are available online at www.EdinaRotary.org or by contacting Director Ryan Wilson, ryan.wilson@tradition.bank or 952-806-6786. Completed applications should be completed online or emailed to Wilson.
It is time to plan the Rotary Club of Edina Fall Fireside Chats. The Social Committee is looking for additional hosts for these casual get-togethers. We are looking to schedule the additional 2022 Fall dates the week of October 31st. The schedule so far is:
Tuesday, October 25th: Jennifer Hendrickson
Thursday, October 27th: Julie Westbrock
Friday, October 28th: Paul Mooty
Held each spring and fall, the Fireside Chats are very informal social exchanges for members to enjoy and learn about Rotary and to get to know one another usually in a members home. The hosts are asked only to encourage discussion and a good time for all. It is a chance to meet our new members or reconnect with old friends!
Members are encouraged to come to all the Fireside Chats, or pick the one that best works with their schedule.
New members—you are especially encouraged to attend one or all of the Fireside Chats! It is a great way to get to know your fellow Rotarians and introduce yourself to a small group in a casual atmosphere. Let us know if you have questions.
Volunteers are needed to host additional chats the week of October 31st. For more information, contact Brad Hepp or Kayla Beehler.
Thursday, October 27 -- HalloBoo Trick or Treat - Edinborough Park
Saturday, November 12 -- MN Involve Feed the Homeless
Wed., November 16 -- VEAP Bag Pack
As this year's Rotary service projects and fundraising efforts get started each committee is looking for members to VOLUNTEER in support of our club's mission and theme, "Imagine Rotary". We are excited to find members who will bringing good ideas to the group and join us in our "Service Before Self" Rotary principle! Each week there will be volunteer opportunities on the tables and a sign up board at the entry near the attendance sheets. See John Buttolph at johnebuttolph@yahoo.com for details.
Thanks to the focused and steadfast leadership of Past President Michael Stanzak and the 2021-2022 Rotary Club of Edina Board of Directors our club has again earned this prestigious award. A Rotary Citation is the most significant award a Rotary club can achieve. It reflects goal achievement and success in strengthening Rotary. Click Read More to see the two other District 5950 clubs who met or exceeded the guidelines set forth by Rotary International.
Speaker: Dr. James Campbell, MNGI, "No Butts About It - Schedule Your Colonoscopy"
Lunch: Honey Mustard Pork Chop or Coconut Shrimp Salad
DEADLINE for newsletter story and event submission is Monday Noon for Tuesday publication.
The Rotary Club of Edina's Administrator, Becci Michalski, works part time and will respond to your inquiries within 24 hours. Contact her at rmichalski@EdinaRotary.org.
REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN! This is a joint meeting and event with Edina Morningside Rotary Club member registration is required. Event details and registration can be found 
!!NEW MEETING LOCATION - The District Edina!! Next Vocation/Avocation Happy Hour is Wednesday, October 5, 2022. 5:30 p.m. meet and greet with speaker program beginning at 6:00 p.m. Please join us at The District Edina, 7777 Washington Ave, Suite 201, Edina MN 55439.
Join us on October 6th, for a night of dynamic conversation with Honorable Justice Alan Page. This living legend had a remarkable run in the National Football League as an MVP Award Winner with the infamous Purple People Eaters Minnesota Vikings lineup of the 1960’s. He went on to law school at the University of Minnesota and then to an illustrious career in law. In 1993 he was the first African American appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court. In 2018, he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor. This recognition is bestowed upon individuals who have made especially meritorious contribution to the United States. More details and link to register "Read More"
to plan the Rotary Club of Edina Fall Fireside Chats. The Social Committee is looking for additional hosts for these casual get-togethers. We are looking to schedule the additional 2022 Fall dates the week of October 31st. The schedule so far is:
Here are the projects currently available:
Thanks to the focused and steadfast leadership of Past President Michael Stanzak and the 2021-2022 Rotary Club of Edina Board of Directors our club has again earned this prestigious award. A Rotary Citation is the most significant award a Rotary club can achieve. It reflects goal achievement and success in strengthening Rotary. Click Read More to see the two other District 5950 clubs who met or exceeded the guidelines set forth by Rotary International.
