Posted by Mary Jones on Aug 31, 2017
 
UW-O Athletic Schedules -- Darryl Sims announced that copies of the UW-O Athletic Schedules were on every table, as well as registration brochures for joining the UW-Titan Support Group.
 
Rib Fest -- The 2nd annual Oshkosh Rotary Clubs Rib Fest is this weekend, beginning Friday evening and going through Monday afternoon.  Be sure to check on your volunteer commitments.  Karen Schibline suggested arriving early to find close-in parking, and that there will be volunteer parking on Parkway Avenue, which extends into Menominee Park.  Upon arrival, check in to the Volunteer Tent to get your assignment(s) for the day.  Lori Renning reported there are now 12 local teams planning to compete. The Rib Run will be held on Sunday morning, with registration including admission to Rib Fest for the day. Advance ticket sales are $5, and same day re-entry will be allowed.
 
Lori also noted there is a VIP area, available at a cost of $75 and includes a separate bathroom, a shade tent, tables, chairs, 2 alcoholic drinks and 2 non-alcoholic beverages, as well as 2 rib dinners.
 
United Way Kick Off -- Sue Panek reminded members that the annual United Way Campaign Kick-Off event will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 6 at the UW-O Alumni Conference Center, from 11:30 to 1:00 p.m.  Attending the event counts as a make-up meeting.
 
Empty Bowls Soup Dinner -- This semi-annual soup supper will raise funds for the local food pantries. It will be held on November 5, at Becket's.
 
Oshkosh North Cross Country Team Discount Cards -- Tom Willadsen announced that he would be selling Discount Cards at the close of the meeting at a cost of $20.
 
District Governor -- President John Fuller reminded members that District Governor Jeff Reed will speak at our next meeting on Monday, September 11, 2017.
 
Philippine Fund -- Dave Sennholz reported that the transfer of funds from our Oshkosh Club to the Iligan City Rotary Club to provide meals and uniforms for school children victimized by the current ISIS fighting in the Philippines.