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Braemar Golf Club
Doors Open at 12:15 - Buffet Lunch
Guests Welcome!
Speaker: Stephen Yoch, Lawyer & Author
Becoming George Washington and Becoming Benedict Arnold
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Feb 8 Speaker: Stephen Yoch, Author and Lawyer
Award winning author, Stephen Yoch, will discuss his latest book, Becoming Benedict Arnold, and examine the fascinating differences and similarities between Arnold and his mentor, George Washington.Steve has enjoyed three decades practicing law in the Twin Cities. He represents all sorts of different businesses in corporate matters, mergers, and real estate. www.yoch.com
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Feb 7 - Vocational Mixer, Sophia Thu Pham
MEETING LOCATION - The District Edina!! REGISTER HERE Next Vocational Mixer formerly known as Vocational/Avocation Happy Hour is Wednesday, Feb 7, 2024.  6:00 to 7:30 p.m. meet and greet. Our speaker will be Sofia Thu Pham. She and her family immigrated to the United States from Vietnam in 1979, becoming proud US citizens. With 20 years of professional real estate expertise, her journey began even earlier as she assisted her father in procuring real estate investment properties before becoming a licensed agent. Sofia is a member of the Edina Morningside Rotary Club. Join us at The District Edina, 7777 Washington Ave, Suite 201, Edina MN 55439. Cost to attend is a $10.00 food/$20 for food and beverages. Reserve your spot today HERE.
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Feb 19 - Rotary Awareness Day at State Capitol
IT'S OFFICIAL- Monday, February 19 is State Capitol Rotary Awareness Day - !!REGISTER TODAY!! and see the full schedule and event info and details.
 
We’re joining to advocate for successful passage of a Rotary license plate bill legislators are considering at our Minnesota State Capitol this session. This means money for 3 Minnesota Rotary foundations, if Rotary license plates are approved for sale by the State. Rotary District 5950, 5960 & 5580 all benefit.
 
Rotary Awareness Day
Monday, February 19, 2024
Minnesota State Capitol 
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
L’Etoile du Nord Vault Room 
(beneath the Rotunda)
  • Enjoy snacks and fellowship with Rotarians, NorthStar Youth Exchange and Interact Club students from across the state.
  • Meet and Hear from State Legislators.
  • See a Live Minnesota Senate Session.
     
  • Join a tour of the Capitol.
 
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Feb 24 Annual Bowling Event - Reg. by 2/19

Let's Go Bowling! - REGISTER by Feb. 19

Teams are forming and it looks to be a very competitive year. Who will walk away with the "big" trophy? 

Date: Saturday, February 24, 2024

Time: 7:00 to 9:00 pm

Where: Park Tavern, St. Louis Park

Cost: $25/per person covers lane and shoe rental. Pre-registration and payment by Feb. 19 required. Note in "Comments"  if you are part of a specific team. 

Park Tavern menu and drinks will be available for purchase. 

Contact Kayla Beehler at kbeehler15@gmail.com with any questions. 

Mar 8 State of the Community Registration Open

Friday, March 8, 2024 - State of the Community -- REGISTER HERE

The Edina Chamber of Commerce and the City of Edina present our annual State of City in partnership with the Rotary Club of Edina and the Rotary Club of Edina Morningside. Edina Mayor James B. Hovland and Edina Public Schools Superintendent Stacie Stanley will address city issues and present upcoming plans.

The presentation will be emceed by City Manager Scott Neal and will be recorded and later broadcast on Edina TV.

You may attend as a non-lunching guest at no cost. To have enough seating, registration is appreciated. 

Braemar Golf Course

11:30 a.m. Registration begins

Noon Lunch

12:30-1:30 p.m. Program by Mayor Jim Hovland and Edina Public Schools Superintendent Stacie Stanley

Cost for the luncheon is $35. People can RSVP as non-lunching guests at no charge. REGISTER HERE

Dr. S.K. and  Kalpana Dash to be Honored at RI Headquarters
The weekend of April 5-7, 2024, Dr. S.K. and Kalpana Dash will be honored and inducted into the Arch Klumph Society (AKS) at Rotary International headquarters in Chicago.  Membership in the AKS is lifelong and granted to donors who reach cumulative outright contributions of $250,000 or more to The Rotary Foundation. Ceremonies at Rotary’s headquarters provide a memorable opportunity for members to celebrate their AKS membership in the area where Rotary began. During this two-day program, honorees gather from around the world to be recognized by Rotary’s senior leaders. Fellow Rotarians, family and friends are welcome to be a part of the celebration. Additional AKS info HERE.
Upcoming Events
Feb 15 -- Speaker: Jerry Rubino, Director of Voices 360
Feb 19 -- Rotary Awareness Day at the MN State Capitol
Feb 22 -- Speaker: Dr. Lisa Saul, Maternal Child Health Expert
Feb 24 -- Rotary Social Bowling Night
Mar 7 -- Tentative Return to Edina Country Club
Mar 8 -- 2024 State of the Community
Apr 5-7 -- Dr. Sita and Kalpana Dash Arch Klumph International Recognition
ATTENTION - Feb Meetings Location-Braemar Golf Club
During the months of January and February, the Rotary Club of Edina will be holding its meetings, programs and luncheons at the Braemar Golf Course, 6364 John Harris Drive, Edina MN 55439. Our meeting time (doors opening at 12:15 p.m./program start 12:35 p.m.) and quarterly dues and meeting fees will remain the same. Lunch service will be buffet service with a vegetarian plate available on request. Tentatively the meetings will return to Edina Country Club beginning March 7. Please stay tuned for confirmation of this date. Please contact Mike Martiny with any questions or concerns. 
Feb 8 Meeting Review
Meeting Recap, February 8, 2024, Steve Yoch, Author and Lawyer
February 8, 2024 program brought author, Stephen Yoch, to
our club who shared the life and time of Benedict Arnold, his
ties to the Revolutionary war and our country's founding
president, George Washington. Author Yoch researched and 
wrote, "Becoming George Washington" and "Becoming Benedict Arnold". 
See here with fellow Rotarians, George Lancaster, Bob Stehlik, Speaker: Steve Yoch
and speaker committee member Don Hutchiston.
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Rotary Club of Edina Facebook Page photo albums.
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Meeting Duties
Administration
Michalski, Rebecca
 
Front Desk & Intro Guests
Murphy, Tim
 
Greeter/Guest Host
Stageberg, Mark
 
Greeter/Invocation
Peterson, Kip
 
Speaker Intro/Thank the Speaker
Steffl, Vinita
 
Photographer
Campbell, Katy
 
Rotary Birthdays
Member Birthdays
Sue Parriott
February 4
 
Rebecca Michalski
February 7
 
Geetu Sharma
February 9
 
Amber Tyrrell
February 10
 
Jennifer Hendrickson
February 12
 
Bradley Hepp
February 15
 
Elizabeth Anderson
February 15
 
Sarah Aydinalp
February 15
 
Steven Veker
February 15
 
Susan Johnson
February 24
 
Lindsey Smaka
February 25
 
Sharon Chandler
February 25
 
Mike Martiny
February 26
 
Mike Kallas
February 27
 
Braemar Golf Club
Doors Open at 12:15 - Buffet Lunch
Guests Welcome!
Speaker: Jerry Rubino, Professional Musician
Voices 360 Director
 
Lunch Buffet: Executive Sandwich Buffet with Pasta Salads and Variety of Sides
 
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.