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Thursday, February 2, 2023
PROSPECTIVE MEMBER DAY - BRING A GUEST
Speaker: Belinda Jensen
Meteorologist, KARE-11
ZOOM MEETING ACCESS HERE
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Feb 2 Speaker: Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist KARE 11
Belinda obtained her AMS Seal of Approval for broadcast meteorology.  As a graduate of the University of Wisconsin at Madison with a Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology, she worked for the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City along with the ABC affiliate KTVX in Salt Lake City.
 
She has done graduate work in secondary education through the University of Utah and enjoys serving her community through involvement in the schools, trying to involve students, particularly girls, in science. As an author, she has written six children’s books about becoming weather savvy and helping kids with weather anxiety.
Feb 1 Vocational/Avocation Happy Hour
MEETING LOCATION - The District Edina!! Next Vocation/Avocation Happy Hour is Wednesday, February 1, 2023.  5:30 to 7:00 p.m. meet and greet. Our speaker and host will be Habitation Furnishing + Design founder and host, Gregory Rich. Greg is a member of the Edina Rotary Noon club, radio/podcast celebrity, innovator of style and unpredictably witty. Come and join us at The District Edina, 7777 Washington Ave, Suite 201, Edina MN 55439. Cost to attend is a $15.00 donation for food and beverages. 
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2023 Guatemala Trip -  FEB 17 Deadline

REGISTER -- FEB 17 DEADELINE

The Rotary Club of Edina invites you to join the 2023 International Service trip to Coban, Guatemala.  The purpose of the trip is to deliver 651 life-saving water purifiers to remote villages in the mountains surrounding Coban, in partnership with Resurrection Priory Monastery and the Rotary Club of Coban.  Fellowship and travel to new, exotic places is also part of the journey! This international service and travel opportunity will open to District 5950 club members and the general public. It is limited to 30 people. Register early to secure your spot.

The 2023 Guatemala Service Trip is for a maximum of 30 people, and reservations are taken on a first-come, first-serve basis.  See details below and reserve your spot now by registering HERE. Contact: Rotary Club of Edina Past President, Josh Sprague at 612-501-0252 for details and questions.

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Feb 15 -- Yoga Fit and Social
The Rotary Club of Edina Social Committee will be hosting a Yoga Fit and Social Event. Contact Kayla Beehler at kbeehler15@gmail.com to reserve your spot and get answers to your questions.
 
Yoga Fit and Social
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023
YogaFit Studio, 4507 France Ave S, Edina
7:00 pm check in / 7:15 pm class begins / 8:15 to 9:30 pm Snack and Social
25 person limit
 
Feb 25 Bowling - REGISTER TODAY!

Let's Go Bowling! REGISTER TODAY!

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

Date: Saturday, February 25, 2023 

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. 20 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 1 -  2023 Annual State of City
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.
 
For additional details, click HERE If you plan to attend as a non-lunching guest - please contact Caitlyn@edina.org for registration. 
SAVE THE DATE Upcoming Events
Feb 1 -- Avocation/Vocational Happy Hour, 5:30 pm
Feb 2 -- Prospective Member Day
Feb 2 -- Edina Noon Meeting, Speaker: Belinda Jensen
Feb 15 -- Yoga Fit Fitness and Social Event
Feb 17 -- Guatemala Trip REGISTER by Feb 17
Feb 25 -- Annual Rotary Bowling Event, Park Tavern REGISTER
Mar 1 -- 2023 Annual State of City - Braemar Golf Course
IMPORTANT ADDRESS CHANGES
The Rotary Club of Edina and Edina Rotary Foundation's USPS mailing address and Becci's email contact information has been updated. Please make these changes to your contact information immediately.
 
USPS Mail Address:
 
Rotary Club of Edina
PO Box 24481
Edina MN  55424
 
Edina Rotary Foundation
PO Box 24481
Edina MN  55424
 
Becci Michalski
  • DELETE becci@righthandmgmt.com REPLACE with rotary.becci@gmail.com
  • Alternate Becci email contacts are: rmichalski@edinarotary.org or administrator@edinarotary.org
Barker Writer Meeting Duty Change
The meeting duty "Barker Writer" is being eliminated and will become "Guest & Meeting Host".  The general description of the duties of the meeting host are as follows:
 
Guest & Member Host – Please arrive at the Edina Country Club no later than 12:00 pm. In this role you should be available to guests and new members when they arrive at the front desk. Your role is to ensure our guest’s and new member’s presence is recognized and engage with them to find out if they have any questions, comments or perceptions regarding our club and Rotary. After a brief conversation, scan the room and introduce them to a member in attendance who can further enhance their meeting experience. Look for member matches who may have similar life experiences in the areas of career, hobby, leisure time activity or community involvement.
 
The ability to post and access club Powerpoint presentations on the club and foundation You Tube channel, our social media posts, "The Barker" newsletter, club website and email communication are the many resources for our club membership to keep up to date on club activities. Contact Mike Martiny if you have any questions or concerns.
Coke Product Rewards Project Continues
The Edina Rotary Coke Rewards Community Service project is still on-going and full of life. The ERC community service committee will continue to collect and promote this project as a way to give back to St. Jude's throughout 2022/2023. Please collect and turn in your bottle caps and carton/plastic sleeve product codes to the basket located on the registration table. Keep in mind, carton product codes are found on the inside of the cartons (no visible UPC or Scan Codes accepted) and bottle caps codes are printed on the inside of the cap.  Please contact Kris Maser with any questions or comments.
Jan 26, 2023 Meeting Review
January 26, 2023 Meeting Photos
Powerpoint HERE Rotary Club of Edina You Tube Channel
Speaker: Dana Erickson, Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN, President & CEO
"The Future of Healthcare"
 
Speaker, Dana Erickson, Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN, President & CEO
"The Future of Healthcare"
 
Click Read More for additional meeting notes and pictures.
Rotary Club of Edina Facebook Page photo albums.
 
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Executives & Directors
President
 
President Elect
 
Treasurer
 
Secretary
 
Past President
 
Club Service (Administration) Director
 
Membership Director
 
Public Image Director
 
Youth Service Director
 
Social Director
 
Community Service—Grants Funding Director
 
Community Service—Projects Director
 
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
 
International Service Director
 
The Rotary Foundation Director
 
Annual Gala Co-Chair
 
Annual Gala Co-Chair
 
Club Administrator/Secretary
 
Meeting Duties
Administration
Michalski, Rebecca
 
Front Desk & Guest Intros
Rich, Greg
 
Greeter & Invocation
Van Beek, Nick
 
Greeter & Thank the Speaker
Steffl, Vinita
 
Speaker Intro
Jessen, Mark
 
Photographer
Kleber, Rich
 
AV Support
Wilson, Ryan
 
Video Recording and Editing
Laskowski, Chris
 
Rotary Birthdays
Member Birthdays
Deirdre Kvale
February 2
 
Sue Parriott
February 4
 
Rebecca Michalski
February 7
 
Geetu Sharma
February 9
 
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
 
Thursday, January 26, 2023 
Speaker: Belinda Jensen
Meteorologist, KARE11
PROSPECTIVE MEMBER DAY -- BRING A GUEST
 
Lunch Choice: Chicken Ala King 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.