club Bulletin
 

NO REGULAR CLUB MEETING

THIS WEEK 

 
 

Club Vision Statement

The Rochester Risers Rotary Club is a dynamic, inclusive and collaborative club of engaged members dedicated to making a lasting impact in our community and the world. 
 
 

MEETING DETAILS

Weekly Club Meetings/AM: 

Tuesdays at 7 AM (except 1st Tuesday of each month). Check Upcoming Program schedule for details.

Location: United Way of Southeast Minnesota

903 W. Center Street Rochester, MN 55902

Format: Hybrid

 

Monthly Club Meetings/PM: 

Third Wednesday of each month at 5:07PM

Location: Forager Brewery

1005 6th Street NW

Format: Casual in-person Club Meeting 

 

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Join Zoom Meeting Link

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Meeting ID: 852 9242 9838
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Member Meeting Responsibilities
Upcoming Programs
Oct. 06, 2026 7:00 a.m.
Karl Johnson
Oct. 13, 2026 7:00 a.m.
Oct. 20, 2026 7:00 a.m.
Family Service Rochester staff
Oct. 27, 2026 7:00 a.m.
tbd
Nov. 03, 2026 7:00 a.m.
Karl Johnson
Nov. 10, 2026 7:00 a.m.
Krista Wood, Rotary International Scholar
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upcoming volunteer and Engagement opportunitieS


October 5
STRIVE Orientation & Lunch
 
October 13
Braver Angels Event
 
October 13 & 14
Channel One Empty Bowls
 
October 20
Cradle to Career 5th Annual Education Summit
 
October 20 & 23
STRIVE Volunteer opportunities at Festival of Trees
 
October 21 & 24
Family Service Rochester Community Impact Days
 
October 23
District 5960 Rotary Foundation Celebration
 
October 24
World Polio Day - Mall of America Polio Walk
 
October 24
Purple Pumpkin Party for End Polio Now campaign
 
October 26
Channel One Monthly Service Opportunity
 
 
The Rochester Risers Rotary Club, along with Greater Rochester Rotary and The Rotary Club of Rochester are joint members of the Chamber. All Club Members are invited to attend Chamber events.
 
October 6 - RYT Summit
October 8 - Business after Hours
October 12 - Public School Funding Information Session
October 15 - WE Forum
October 16 - Women's Roundtable
October 20 - Business Development Exchange
October 27 - Tech Summit
October 27 - Chamber of Commerce 2026 Annual Meeting
 
Events Registration Link:
 
 
 
 
Birthdays & Service Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Peg Winters
October 5
 
Peggy Elliott
October 6
 
Alan Hansen
October 10
 
Karl Johnson
October 17
 
Raffle Winners
October 2026 Calendar Raffle Winners
Congratulations to the October 2026 raffle winners and thank you to all for supporting the Rochester Risers Rotary Club and our efforts in serving our community.
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Club Leadership
President
 
President Elect
 
Immediate Past President
 
Secretary
 
Treasurer
 
Club Service
 
Membership - Co Lead
 
Membership - Co Lead
 
Rotary Foundation
 
Public Image
 
Bulletin Editor
Peggy Elliott
Club President
Karl Johnson
 
STRIVE 2.0 ORIENTATION &  FESTIVAL OF TREES VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
~Orientation October 5~
~Festival of Trees November 20 & 23~
 
 
The STRIVE (Students Taking Renewed Interest in the Value of Education) Rotary Program has been reimagined and reconfigured to best meet the needs of the students it serves. 
 
Adult orientation will be held October 5 from NOON to 1PM at the Alternative Learning Center. Lunch will be included with the STRIVE 2.0 Leadership Team. PLESE sign up so we know how much food to order - thank you for considering sharing your time.  
 
ALC has a 5-member student leadership group who conducted orientation for 19 ALC students this past week. 30 students have expressed interest. This leadership group is working with Riser Team (April and Peg) as we implement the new model.
 
 Students are leading the adult orientation as well. If you have interest please let April Sutor know to insure adequate lunch. aprilsutor@yahoo.com or text 507-280-9889. Bring your own beverage please.
 
Link to STRIVE Adult Orientation ,12:00 October 5th at ALC:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4FAEA62CA3F49-66056584-strive
 
STRIVE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY AT FESTIVAL OF TREES:
The students have selected a joint volunteer opportunity at Festival of Trees. We need volunteers to work alongside the students:
 
Nov 20 Friday 9-2 pm. Move boxes, unload a truck and general preparation for Festival of Trees which will be held at the Kahler. Hotel
Five slots for adults (9-11:30)
Five slots for adult mentors (11:30-2). 
 
Nov 23 Monday 9-2pm. Move trees and decorations. Help designers with their trees at the Kahler Hotel.
Three slots for adults (9-11:30)
Three slots for adult mentors (11:30-2).
 
ALC is providing lunch for the students. They encourage Rotarians to pack/bring a lunch and join the students for lunch.
 
Link to STRIVE volunteer opportunities November 20th & 23rd at Kahler:
BRAVER ANGELS EVENT
~October 13~
 
FINDING COMMUNITY ACROSS OUR DIFFERENCES
~ Four Workshops to Strengthen Relationships and Democracy ~ 

OCTOBER 13, 2026 • ROCHESTER, MN
 
Join the three Rotary Clubs of Rochester and Braver Angels Minnesota for one or more interactive workshops that build skills, reduce polarization, and help us work together for the common good. For more specifics and to register for each event, scan the QR codes.
 
Rotary Members are highly encouraged to register for workshops and the evening speaker, or volunteer below.
  1. Volunteers are encouraged to participate in the workshop
  2. We'll send you additional logistics information via email
 
Volunteer link: 
 
Thank you for helping the day run smoothly!
CHANNEL ONE EMPTY BOWLS EVENT
~October 13 & 14~
 

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It's that time of year again, and Channel One has a soup-er way for you to help ensure everyone in our region has access to the fresh and healthy food they need.

Empty Bowls remains a crucial part of Channel One’s work to spread awareness and increase food access for our neighbors experiencing food insecurity.

1 in 5 people in Minnesota may not know where their next meal will come from and turn to food banks and food shelves to provide food for their family. As Channel One continues to navigate the increased need for food assistance in our region, we are grateful to have supporters like you who are so invested in our mission and values. All funds raised from the 22nd Annual Empty Bowls will be put back into our community and will directly benefit those who are facing food insecurity in our region. Participants will enjoy gourmet soups and bread from local restaurants as well as hand-painted bowls, serving as a reminder of those who may not know where their next meal will come from.

Time slots for pick-ups and bowls are limited, so place your pre-order early! This event is pre-order only.

CRADLE TO CAREER SUMMIT & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
~October 20~

Registration is now open!

Join us for an inspiring day of learning and community collaboration at the Cradle 2 Career Annual Education Summit!

This year's theme: “Instruments of Change: How We All Play A Part”

🗓️ Tuesday, October 20th, 2026

📍 Mayo Civic Center

🎟️ Free admission and lunch

Visit our registration page to explore our 30+ session offerings and secure your spot at our fifth annual event!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT CRADLE 2 CAREER SUMMIT

Cradle 2 Career is again looking to the Rotary clubs to provide volunteers for the upcoming Annual Education Summit on Tuesday, October 20th at the Mayo Civic Center. 
 
Information on the volunteer roles are below from the volunteer coordinator at C2C, Greg Jacob. Additionally this year the Rotary clubs have been given a table at the summit to promote Rotary in Rochester! If you are interested in supporting this table, the sign-up to volunteer is below as well.
 
1. C2C volunteer sign-up: https://forms.gle/WwNyGfMzAxBd9hWG8
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FALL COMMUNITY IMPACT DAYS
~October 21 & October 24~
Grab your gloves and Rotarian spirt to help our neighbors with some Fall yard clean-up and home maintenance.
 
Family Service Rochester is seeking volunteers on Wednesday, October 21 from 3:45pm - 6:00pm and Saturday, October 24 from 9:30am - Noon. 
PURPLE PUMPKIN PARTY
~OCTOBER 24~
All are invited to join us for a Sip & Brush event Saturday October 24 at Cascade Creek Memory Care. Guests can paint pumpkins while enjoying fall soups, hearty bread, wine and apple cider.  This event is open to the public. Children welcome! Cost is $10 per person. 
 
Date: 10/24/2026 (Sat.)
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Location: 3530 Fairway Ridge Lane SW
 
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WORLD POLIO DAY - WORLD'S LARGEST POLIO WALK

 
 
 
 
STRIKE OUT POLIO CAMPAIGN UNDERWAY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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DISTRICT 5960 

             

 
 
 
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