banner
 
 Rotary's new vision statement ,
" Together, we see a world where people unite
and take action to create lasting change -
across the globe, in our communities , and in ourselves."
 
Greater Rochester Rotary
2017-2018 Medium Club of the Year
District 5960
Sensational September Schedule
             
Sensational  September Programs just for YOU!
 
September 26   "Service Above Self" Honoring Jack Van Straaten,                                    40th Anniversary
                          Induction of Randy Stocker
                          Student of the Month from Schaeffer Academy
                          End the Month on a Happy Note - updates
September 26   Wine Down Wednesday at Forager's after                                               work.  Nice  place for dinner and it is always fun                                     meeting other  Rotarians. 
 
Another great program ! This time we focused on getting to know each other better.  
We talked about our professions, ethical standards, 4 Way test, and hobbies, social ideas, best vacations, even first cars.  
GRR has very talented, interesting and accomplished members. I am impressed. 
When you miss a meeting, you miss a lot. See you 9/26.
Membership - How to Attract People to Rotary
The more members we have, the more good we can do in the world. Today's focus is on attracting young people. Peruse the two links. The first article answers questions about attracting young people. https://www.rotary.org/en/4-questions-about-attracting-young-people-rotary  The second link provides a tool kit.    https://www.rotary.org/en/engaging-younger-professionals-toolkit   Did you get any ideas?  Let's talk. We are looking for people with a heart for service - all ages welcomed. 
Get Ready for an Oh là là October ! 
10/3/18:    CFR  Sign up is now open! https://bit.ly/2xpqanc
10/10/18:  2018 Review of Bike Ride - Stan Shreve; 2019 bike ride kick off  - Dan Soderberg
10/16/18   C2C  Summit    Registration is free. http://bit.ly/2pq3Gy1
10/17/18:  The Hope Lodge - http://bit.ly/2OA3o3i
10/18/18   Better Angels Skills Workshop                                                                                                                                         https://www.rotary5960.org/Stories/better-angels-skills-workshop
10/24/18:  Restorative Justice - Rev Emily Carson, Director of Communications for the Southeastern                             MN ELCA & Post Bulletin columnist 
                     End the Month on a Happy Note- updates
                    Anniversary Milestones Recognitions
10/24/18   WORLD POLIO DAY  Let's celebrate! 5pm-7pm, Pasquale's Pizza. Brings family and friends. 
10/31/18:  "Commonweal Theatre Company - Telling Soulful Stories" - Hal Cropp
 
3- Club Teams - Updates  worth repeating
Ethics      November 13 Is Ethics Day for high school sophomores and juniors.
 
C2C    Cradle to Career Summit is Tuesday , 10/16 at 7am-9am RCTC Hill Auditorium. Free registration.  http://www.eventbrite.com/e/cradle-to-career-community-report-card-tickets-49927986953   Meet the new ED, Julie Brock and learn about the next steps. So hopeful, so exciting! Need volunteers at Summit.  Contact Patricia, 507 202-4618
 
WPD    World Polio Day is October 24th. Fun time is scheduled at Pasquales, 5pm - 7pm. Mark your calendar now. Open to family , friends, associates. Let's celebrate.  210 countries, territories and areas are now free from indigenous polio, and 145 of these have been certified polio-free by independent commissions.   90% of the world’s population lives in the 145 countries, territories and areas that are now certified polio-free. WOW!    Let's celebrate! 
 
Membership - Rotary Open House is being planned for November 8 at Cambria. 
 
World Community Service  - The extension of the stove project in Guatemala has been submitted. YEAH! These stoves will make a significant impact in the health of families. Your Foundation donations at work. Thank you. 
 
Holiday Classic - They are busy securing teams and sponsors. Can your business be a sponsor? Contact GRR Mike Van Straaten. 
 
STRIVE and Rotary Readers 
STRIVE Mentors: Alan Hansen, Kim Norton, Fran Filzen, Mike Adkins, Patricia McCleese,  Scott Bagne, Doug Herdahl, Ron Rea, Don Fell, Mary McCoy, Vince McCoy, and recruited Gloria Georger
 
ROTARY READERS: Bill Tucker, Jacob Murphey, Brent Fisher, Dick Hedger, Alan & Jolene Hansen, Mary McCoy, Vince McCoy, Doug Herdahl, Gene and Nancy Ellingson, Patricia McCleese.
Flexible schedule : Roger Ring and Nina Sargents
Look who is in the October Rotarian!
Elaine Case, Risers and Bill Wiktor, TRCR
They are (besides all of the other things they do) members of the International Travel and Hosting Fellowship. 
Rotary Fellowships are so varied, you are sure to find one for you. There is one for motorcycles - Fred, Fishing - David, Bicycling - Stan and Dan,          art - Andy, beer - a lot of people plus much, much more.  Check it out . It is another way to meet people around the world with whom you have  a common interest.    https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/more-fellowships
District 5960 News
District 5960 is busy providing opportunities to develop our understanding of Rotary. The more we know about Rotary, the more engaged we are in Rotary, the more we have  to share with family, friends, & associates. Passion and enthusiasm attract new members.  New members increase our ability to do more good.       http://www.rotary5960.org/
Foundation Dinner
Your Rotary Foundation is doing good in the world. It makes me proud  to be a  Rotarian.  Let's celebrate November 17th. 
Peace and Conflict Prevention 
 Have you noticed and/or experienced  difficulty in  communicating opposing political beliefs ? Better Angels Skills Workshop on 10/18  helps to open the doors to respectful conversations and much more.
At One Rotary Summit, we talked about "Why Rotary?" If I am asked "Why Rotary?", my answer is  now more personal. "Rotary enriches my life. It enables me to connect with wonderful people I would never have met. Rotary opens up opportunities to develop skills , to serve, and  to make a difference. " What would your answer be? Why Rotary? 
Thinking of GRR, do you see any better choices we can make? 
Share one of your favorite quotes that inspired you with ideas, humor, common sense, peace.
Advertise on Rochester Rotary websites
Rotary Clubs of Rochester - SPECIAL OFFER
Help your business while helping your community.  
Showcase your business or organization  24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year for just $199 per year with an ad*  on the 3-Club Website Landing page. Ads will rotate while members or visitors are on the site. Ads displayed on the Rotary Clubs of Rochester share page  links to all three clubs. Your ad will also appear on the club sites.
Want details? Contact Rotary Clubs of Rochester Minnesota:
507-252-0085 or email romnrotary@gmail.com
*Ads are 300 Pixels wide by 150 Pixels tall and containing a hyperlink to your website. Check ad size bottom of newsletter.Type caption here
Russell Hampton
National Awards Services Inc.
ClubRunner