April 21, 2020 Barker (Apr 21, 2020)

Apr 23 ZOOM Meeting - Speaker, Ellen Kennedy

‘We See You, Jew’ – The Story of a Personal Attack Ellen Kennedy, Edina resident, received an anonymous and threatening message in her email one morning with the subject line “We See You, Jew.” Kennedy, who is Jewish, will discuss the alarming spike in antisemitism locally and globally; her response to the attack; and the need to stand up against hate and xenophobia.

She is the founder and Executive Director of World Without Genocide, which provides education about past and current conflicts and advocacy at local, state, and national levels for policies and legislation that promote peace and justice. Click "Read More" for additional details.

Edina Rotary Helping Hands

Edina Rotary Helping Hands

Expanding the Scope of Help

In this trying time of uncertainty during the Covid-19 virus pandemic, we in Edina Rotary have an opportunity to do what we do best – reach out and serve. We’re better together.

Rotary Int'l Disaster Response Fund

We are coming together to face a new test of our collective strength during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rotary districts around the world are applying for Rotary’s disaster response grants in record numbers to empower Rotarians who are actively finding solutions and making a difference in their local communities. Please click "Read More" to see how you can help or click HERE to make a donation to the Disaster Relief Fund.

Rotary to Plant Gardens for The Sheridan Story

Rotary International District 5950 and the Rotary Clubs of Edina, Minneapolis and Roseville is providing funding for raised garden beds at The Sheridan Story.

The Sheridan Story is a non-profit organization that works to address food insecurity for children in the metropolitan area. They provide nutritious food to children at times when they aren’t at school to access meal programs. The Sheridan Story has identified approximately 4,000 square feet of its leased property in Roseville to convert into a produce garden to expand its fresh produce program.

For more Rotary details and our community outreach programs, click "Read More" below.

Rotary Provides Funding to ACES for After School Program

The foundation of the Rotary Club of Edina recently awarded a $5,000 grant to Athletes Committed to Educating Students (ACES).

Founded in 1994 to help close the academic achievement gap in Minnesota, ACES provides after-school programming to students in Grades 4-8 in Minneapolis and St. Paul using an innovative curriculum that blends sports and math to spark learning.

For more information, click "Read More"

Service Project: Adults Needed for Edina Pen Pal Program

Looking to give back while you are at home? “Dear Edina: A Pen Pal Program” offers Rotarians and others a unique opportunity for community service and relationship-building.

The Edina Senior Center, Edina Community Education and Edina Library have come together to launch “Dear Edina: A Pen Pal Program” to keep the community connected while distance is at the forefront of today’s society.

Click "Read More" for additional details and contact information.

Month of April ECC Location Meetings Cancelled

Fellow Rotary Club of Edina Members:

In light of the risks posed by the current COVID-19 (Coronavirus) epidemic, and in consideration of group event cancellations by the City of Edina and many other local organizations, we have cancelled all April meetings normally held at Edina Country Club. All regular members will receive a statement credit of $90 for the missed meals on their Q4 invoice. Please see "Important Rotary Club of Edina Meeting Information" as posted on our events page for complete details. Please join us via Facebook Live, on our webpage or You Tube.

I want to thank my fellow officers including Secretary Joe Hayes, Treasurer Michael Stanzak, President-Elect Sam Thompson, and Past President John Flynn, along with Past President Jennifer Bennerotte, for their sage advice and good counsel.

As this historical event continues to evolve, we will continue to monitor the situation and keep you updated about the plan for April meetings. For the moment, please take care of yourselves, and follow the best practices for preventing infections on the CDC website here: http://bit.ly/38UJLMk.

Please feel free to call me anytime at 612-501-0252, or send an email to joshsprague7@icloud.com.

Yours in Service,

Josh Sprague, President

Letter Bag

Cornerstone and Hope Academy were 2020 grant recipients. They sent the following letters of appreciation.

Upcoming Club Events and Next Speaker

May 14 -- Speaker, Yogi Reppmann, Peace Pipe Proposal

May 18 -- Fireside Chat, ZOOM Hosted by Jennifer Hendrickson

May 19 -- Fireside Chat, ZOOM Hosted by Don Hutchison

May 20 -- Fireside Chat, ZOOM Hosted by Shelly Loberg

May 21 -- Fireside Chat, ZOOM Hosted by Susan Stiles

May 21 -- Women in Leadership Award

May 22 -- EHS Scholarship Breakfast

May 27 -- Off-Site/U of M Discovery Nexus Center-CANCELLED

May 28 -- Walker Art Center Private Tour-CANCELLED

May 28 -- Speaker, Xu Zou,

June 4 -- Speaker, Stevie Ray

June 11 - Speaker, Rand Park

June 18 -- Edina Rotary Family Picnic - CANCELLED

June 25 -- District Governor Installation, Tom Gump

In Review - April 16, 2020 Meeting

President Josh Sprague opened the meeting proudly bringing us up to date on our abilities as a club to switch over to live streaming and our extraordinary efforts to donate time and resources to address the epidemic. He noted the grants approved to local community organizations and our appreciation to Chair Kelley Burnett and the local grants committee for vetting over 40 applications to get down to the ﬁnal list of very deserving recipients. He thanked those who are spending their time volunteering and demonstrating through their action our principle of "Service Above Self". He also thanked both the Club and Foundation boards, and all the oﬃcers, for your ﬂexibility, hard work, and dedication during these diﬃcult and uncertain times.

Club Attendance and Duties

May 03, 2020 – May 31, 2020

Edina Rotary COVID-19 Survey - Please Respond

May 08, 2020 2:26 PM – May 31, 2020 2:26 PM

Spring Fireside Chat ZOOM hosted by Jennifer Hendrickson
ZOOM Meeting hosted by Jennifer Hendrickson
May 18, 2020 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Spring Fireside Chat ZOOM hosted by Don Hutchison
ZOOM Meeting hosted by Don Hutchison
May 19, 2020 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Rotary Club of Edina Board Meeting
Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel
May 20, 2020 7:30 AM

Spring Fireside Chat ZOOM hosted by Shelly Loberg
ZOOM Meeting hosted by Shelly Loberg
May 20, 2020 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Spring Fireside Chat ZOOM hosted by Susan Stiles
ZOOM Meeting hosted by Susan Stiles
May 21, 2020 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

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President

Josh Sprague

President Elect

Sam Thompson

Treasurer

Michael Stanzak

Secretary

Joe Hayes

Past President

John Flynn

Club Service Administration

Fred Sylvester

Community Service Grants

Kelley Burnett

Community Service Projects

Lisa Walker

International Service

Shelly Loberg

Membership

Royce Pavelka

Social

Renee Harberts

Public Image

Jennifer Hendrickson

The Rotary Foundation

Susan Stiles

Youth Service

David Aase

Club Administrator

Rebecca Michalski

Annual Gala

Katy Campbell

Annual Gala

Gary Pedersen

Administration

Michalski, Rebecca

Greeter 1

Hendrickson, Jennifer

Greeter 2

Aase, David

Invocation

Platt, Ann

Thank the Speaker

Campbell, Katy

Member Birthdays

Gerry Norton

May 1

Alan Mogck

May 2

Dennis Hykes

May 3

Ross Peterson

May 5

Adam Stanzak

May 7

Bob Harvey

May 9

Daniel Mott

May 11

Joe Arends

May 12

Nate Wenner

May 14

Erick Ries

May 15

Bonnie Sue Rolstad

May 17

David Kunz

May 17

Arthur Rouner

May 21

Scott Colesworthy

May 21

Jack Kennefick

May 23

Joel Jennings

May 24

Tom McNellis

May 31

Due to COVID-19 Pandemic and following Minnesota Stay at Home Guidelines

No May meetings are scheduled to be held at ECC

Please join us on ZOOM at 12:35 p.m. on May 7

The Rotary Club of Edina's Administrator, Becci Michalski, works part time and will respond to your inquiries within 24 hours.