Posted by Mary Jones on Apr 04, 2018
District Conference Reminder -- Are you looking for a weekend getaway with kids or grandkids?  How about a waterpark in Wisconsin Dells?  May 4-6 TriCon 2018 is coming to The Wilderness in Wisconsin Dells.  This is a Rotary District Conference for Rotarians in District 6220, District 6250 and District 6270.  All Rotarians from Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and eastern Minnesota, with their significant others and families, and other Rotarians and friends of Rotary are welcome. TriCon 2018 Wisconsin is a collaborative project of the three Rotary Districts mentioned. 
Goals are to:
o   Celebrate Rotary
o   Be family friendly
o   Present OUTSTANDING speakers and programs.
You are welcome to attend whether you have been a Rotarian for one year or 50 years.  Especially for newer members, it’s a great way to learn more about Rotary and expand your scope outside of our Rotary club.
 
April 9th Meeting at Menominee Nation Arena -- Lori Renning reminded members about next Monday's meeting being at the Menominee Nation Arena. Look for an e-mail from her with more information.
 
Red Cross Blood Drive -- Lori advised that there will be an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, April 16 at the Algoma Avenue United Methodist Church from noon to 5:30 p.m. Donors and volunteers are needed.
 
Flower Sale -- Lori passed out order sheets for the upcoming annual Flower Sale Fundraiser. Sales efforts will begin soon, with delivery on Friday May 11. Varieties of flowers available, colors, and prices are noted on the order forms.
 
Waterfest -- Lori shared that our Club will again host at one of the concession stands during Waterfest this summer -- date TBD.
 
Wisconsin's Best Rib Fest -- will again be held over Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 3. The committee is almost ready to announce the bands. More info at upcoming meetings.
 
National Library Week -- Jeff Gilderson-Duwe announced that next week, April 9-13, is National Library Week. The theme is "Libraries Build Strong Communities."  He shared a brochure which highlighted the nearly 80 Oshkosh businesses that will be sharing discounts and other benefits with those who do business with them next week. Just show your Library Card to receive whatever discount/benefit the business is offering.