Dave Lee, who was recently inducted into the Minnesota Broadcast Hall of fame, spent 32 years at WCCO radio, 29 on the morning show. He has been recognized with Murrow awards, numerous associated press and northwest news broadcast awards, the National Association of Broadcasters as Minnesota’s sportscaster of the year 6 times. also nominated for the national Marconi award. Dave will speak about how media has changed and how his favorite stories impacted his life. Click “More” for additional Dave Lee details.
President Paul Peterson announced the net revenue raised at this year's Edina Rotary Foundation Gala and Car Show were net $200,000. This money will be used exclusively to fund our International and Local grant opportunities over the next several years. The Gala Committee is very grateful for your generous and selfless acts of sharing thus making this one of our foundation's most successful fundraising campaigns. A humble and heartfelt thank you to all who helped make this happen.
At last week's meeting and in accordance with the Rotary Club of Edina bylaws, the immediate past president, Shelly Loberg, presented the nominations of Secretary and the Club directors who will replace the 2025-24 outgoing committee directors at the end of the year, June 30, 2025. Past President Loberg convened the meeting of the nominating committee comprised of her and the previous two past presidents and current officers to select nominees.
A complete list of 2025-2026 board and committee directors can be found below by clicking Read More. After signing into your club profile, current club bylaws can reviewed HERE.
As part of our Community Service Committee local outreach, The Rotary Club of Edina helped raise $5,200 for the Salvation Army Kettle by bell ringing at Jerry's Foods-Edina Wednesday, Dec. 18. and Monday, December 23, 2024. Dan Hallberg, SA Red Kettle Ring Chair, Past President 1980-1981 and Past District Governor organized and facilitate this popular event for our members. Thank you, Dan.
For more information or questions regarding Edina Rotary’s Community Service, contact Nikki Ahlgren, Director of Community Service.
Save the date for the next Community Service Event - Bridging Dresser Build.
DATE: Tuesday, January 28th
TIME: 3:00 to 6:00
LOCATION: 201 W 87th Street, Bloomington
WHAT ARE WE DOING: Building 10 dressers for families pursuing housing stability.
WHAT TO BRING: Dress comfortably in clothing that can get dusty. Closed-toe shoes are required. 14-years or older. Bring friends and family. REGISTER HERE
Guatemala 2025 is on! We are planning to return to Guatemala April 26-May 3, 2025. The Rotary Club of Edina invites you to join the 2025 International Service trip to Coban, Guatemala.
Mark your calendar on Saturday, February 22 as your date to bowl with your Rotary friends. Teams are forming and it looks to be a very competitive year. Who will walk away with the "big" trophy? REGISTER HERE
Date: Saturday, February 22, 2023
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Where: Park Tavern, St. Louis Park
Cost: $25/per bowler covers lane and shoe rental. Pre-registration and payment by Feb. 20 is required. Note in "Comments" if you are part of a specific team.
Park Tavern menu and drinks will be available for purchase.
Contact: Joe Hayes at jrhayes331@gmail.com or 952-334-9909 with any questions.
The third quarter invoices, for January-March 2025, have been email to members on January 6. If you are signed up for ACH, please DO NOT send payment when you receive your invoice. The emailed invoice is just for your reference to check any charges. Your automatic payment will go through around Jan. 15.
Checks (and all Rotary correspondence) should be mailed to this address starting this quarter:
Rotary Club of Edina
PO Box 24481
Edina, MN 55424
Quarterly invoices are sent near the 1st of January, April, July and October. When you receive these invoices it's a good reminder to check your Rotary profile and update your personal and committee information. Thank you!
Please contact Treasurer Gerry Norton with any questions on your invoice. Thank you for your prompt payment!
Speakers: John Klinkenberg, MN Sports & Events, COO
Sandy Sweetser, World Junior Hockey Co-Executive Director
Doors Open at 12:15 pm
Lunch Menu -- Cod Florentine or Italian Chop 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. Contact her at rmichalski@EdinaRotary.org.
Dave Lee, who was recently inducted into the Minnesota Broadcast Hall of fame, spent 32 years at WCCO radio, 29 on the morning show. He has been recognized with Murrow awards, numerous associated press and northwest news broadcast awards, the National Association of Broadcasters as Minnesota’s sportscaster of the year 6 times. also nominated for the national Marconi award. Dave will speak about how media has changed and how his favorite stories impacted his life. Click “More” for additional Dave Lee details. 
President Paul Peterson announced the net revenue raised at this year's Edina Rotary Foundation Gala and Car Show were net $200,000. This money will be used exclusively to fund our International and Local grant opportunities over the next several years. The Gala Committee is very grateful for your generous and selfless acts of sharing thus making this one of our foundation's most successful fundraising campaigns. A humble and heartfelt thank you to all who helped make this happen.
Mark your calendar on Saturday, February 22 as your date to bowl with your Rotary friends. Teams are forming and it looks to be a very competitive year. Who will walk away with the "big" trophy? 
