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Sep. 13, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Sep. 13, 2023 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Sep. 23, 2023
Please join Uniting Distant Stars on September 23 for fun, food, music, a silent auction, a raffle, and more ways to support Liberian Youth in learning trade skills.
To learn more and to buy tickets, please visit: About:
Uniting Distant Stars™, Inc. with operations in Africa, links future leaders and global innovators to educational resources and vocational training to influence positive changes in the world. We equip youth with the knowledge and skills to realize their potential and become positive change makers. Since 2011, we have developed our shared vision to raise the aspirations of Liberian youth and guide them towards success. We provide scholarships, school supplies, after-school study classes (through our learning center), youth exchanges via Google Hangout, and vocational training to youth in Liberia. Uniting Distant Stars™ promotes creative and innovative thinking to inspire our youth to reach for the stars. Through these efforts, more doors for future employment and entrepreneurship will open for Liberia’s young men and women. |
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Impact of Maternal and Child Health Services for the West Bank, Palestine Grant
Sep. 27, 2023 12:00 p.m.
Ibrahim Issa is the Principal at Hope Flowers School in the West Bank, Palestine, and the Global Grant recipient of the "Maternal and Child Health Services for the West Bank, Palestine." Come hear directly from Ibrahim about the early impact of the grant and the future hopes for the Mobile Clinic and the school. |
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Sep. 27, 2023 12:00 p.m.
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Sep. 30, 2023 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Walk to End Alzheimer's - Saturday September 30th, Target Field
Schedule of Events: Registration 8 AM, Ceremony 9:30 AM, Walk to immediately Follow
Location: Target Field, 1 Twins Way Mpls, MN 55403
Route Length: 1 mile or 2 plus miles
How do I sign up? You can sign up to walk or donate to the Walk to End Alzheimer's by clicking here.
The team name is: Mpls University Rotary Club. You can register with this team name or my name as a walker- Carol Skulstad.
Thank you for considering this donation to Walk to End Alzheimer's.
If you should have further questions, please text or call Carol at 612-388-7440
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Oct. 04, 2023 12:01 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The MURC social event for October is Wednesday, October 4 from noon to 1 pm. We will meet Issac, son of Cristina and Zach. We will also get an update on the changes in Cristina's life. Lunch will be provided. Address is 4931 Garfield Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419 Please RSVP to Jean at 612-702-6709 for lunch planning |
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A Mile in Her Shoes
Oct. 11, 2023 12:00 p.m.
Mishka Vertin (she/her), Co-founder, Executive Director |
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Oct. 11, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Mishka Vertin (she/her), Co-founder, Executive Director
When Mishka first proposed starting a little running group to the staff of Higher Ground Shelter in Minneapolis in 2014, she had no idea that so many runners of ALL types would want to be a part of it - or that it would grow to include hundreds of runners across the Twin Cities in just a few years. A licensed social worker, Mishka brings over a decade of nonprofit experience to Mile in My Shoes and has thoroughly enjoyed learning all that it takes to run a successful startup nonprofit. While her focus is now primarily on the growth of Mile in My Shoes - strategic planning, development and community partnerships - she still gains her motivation from the team runs, where those first miles, fierce hugs, and incredible bonds continue to inspire every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning. |
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Oct. 13, 2023 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday October 13
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Hoversten Chapel in Foss Center
Cost: Free Description: Join us as we celebrate the recipients of Augsburg's 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award, First Decade Award, and Spirit of Giving Award. The Ceremony will take place at 3:00pm in Hoversten Chapel, immediately followed by a Social Hour with light snacks and beverages in the Foss Atrium. https://advancement.augsburg.edu/homecoming
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Oct. 13, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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Oct. 13, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
On behalf of Erin Bagniewski and Leslie Pitt, please join us at our ingural Literacy Is For Everyone (L.I.F.E.) Event on 10/13 from 5:30- 8:30 at the Dovetail Building in Minneapolis. Together, we are representing Africa Strong and Project Lolo, along with five other, diverse, women-led nonprofit organizations to raise awareness about access to Literacy and Education. Please visit the link below to learn more, to buy tickets, or to make a donation: https://literacyisforeveryone.ticketspice.com/life
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Oct. 25, 2023 12:00 p.m.
Dr. Nazari completed his Ophthalmology residency training and Ph.D. in Neuroscience at the University of Texas Galveston. He then received a fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery from the University of Minnesota Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences and joined the faculty. Dr. Nazari has also received training in uveitis and ocular imaging at the University of Southern California, where he participated in research on stem cell-derived implants for macular degeneration. He has received multiple awards from CIRM, USC, Doheny Eye Institute, NEI, ARVO, UT, and UMN. Dr. Nazari has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed papers and multiple book chapters and holds a patent for a device to treat blinding ischemic diseases of the retina. His current research interest includes exploring retinal imaging modalities to gain insight into the cause, diagnosis, and treatment of systemic and neurologic diseases. He also collaborates with the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Minnesota to develop ocular diagnostic and surgical devices. |
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Oct. 25, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Oct. 28, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Come join us for a mouthwatering journey through the flavors of Ethiopia at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Minneapolis, MN, USA. Don’t miss this opportunity to savor the tastes of Ethiopia while making a positive impact on African lives. Your participation supports REAL’s mission to empower girls to stay in school while helping their families financially, strengthening their local community, and contributing to their nation. Indulge in a delectable array of injera, a spongy sourdough flatbread, served alongside rich stews like Sega Wat (Spicy Ethiopian beef stew) and Eraa Diba (Tsehai's unique twist). Vegetarians will be delighted with options like Misir Qat (red lentil stew) and Atkilt Alicha (cabbage and potato dish). Non-alcoholic honey wine, Birzli, will be served. Experience the unique Ethiopian coffee ceremony, where freshly roasted coffee beans are brewed and served with a touch of ceremony and tradition. Savor the rich and bold flavors of Ethiopian coffee, known for its distinctively fruity and floral notes. Enjoy vibrant Ethiopian culture through live traditional music and dance performances. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate Ethiopian cuisine and culture with friends and family. Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience! Option 1: $100/person 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Demo and Tasting with Tsehai Wodajo, REAL Founder and Executive Director. Immerse yourself in the rich flavors and vibrant culture of Ethiopia as Tsehai guides you through the creation of a mouthwatering feast. Option 2: $50/person 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Ethiopian Mid-day Feast (Food brought in). Indulge in an authentic Ethiopian meal prepared by Tsehai herself. Savor the flavors of Misir Wat, Sega Wat, Atkit Alicha, and more! |
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Nov. 08, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Marcel's journey to starting Strive Staffing
Nov. 15, 2023 12:00 p.m.
I have had a lot of challenges in life, addiction and criminal thinking was a big part of it. I struggled for nearly two decades with some reprieve for 6 months to a couple years interspersed in this time. My final act was getting arrested and convicted of 1st degree sales and committed to the DOC for 58 months. I went in in January of 2016 and after 4 months I entered the Challenge Incarceration Program, CIP, and for the next 6 months I was in bootcamp where I was dedicated to change and began to acknowledge and correct my thinking. I graduated bootcamp in November of 2016 and was released from prison on intensive supervised release for the next year. During this year, 2017 I began working for Entourage Events Group as a banquet server and quickly made my way up through Captain and finally Banquet Manager where I had the responsibility of talent sourcing and acquisition. At this same time, I was attending school at Summit Academy to become an electrician, after 20 weeks of this I was hired and accepted into the electrical union. My life was unrecognizable from what it had been, and I was able to take my future in directions I had never imagined. I finally decided to have a conversation with my then pregnant Fiancé and tell her that I believe my staffing business is our future. She agreed so I had a conversation with my electrical boss and put in my notice. Part of the reason I was set on this decision was the purpose I found in it. Strive is a 2nd chance employer and my purpose is to open new opportunities for those with criminal records. I have made partnerships with multiple unions, which is the first in Minnesota. Strive provides union janitors to 4 of the major stadiums with plans to be in all 6 stadiums in the metro. We have established ourselves as one of the best choices for those “hard to hire” individuals and through this have tapped into an underserved demographic. Strives’ mission is to bring the “Work ready” employees that we connect with to industries struggling to find workers and be the responsible party for our temp-to-hire workers. Strive is now in its 5th year and I am in my 8th year in recovery. I have a purpose and the ability to follow it. I now have a beautiful wife and two young children,2 and 4. I do not wish to erase my past nor am I ashamed of it, it was an expensive education. Today my life is unrecognizable from what it was, but I have found that the skills I used in that life all seem to transfer, the hustle and ability to navigate social and political situations are at the top of these. Today I am a business Owner and Entrepreneur with purpose. |
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Nov. 15, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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An author, poet, singer-songwriter, and poverty abolitionist
Nov. 29, 2023 12:00 p.m.
Julia Dinsmore is an author, poet, singer-songwriter, and poverty abolitionist who is best-known for her poem, “My Name is Not Those People.” Julia uses creative voice and storytelling to talk about the one thing we too often ignore – class and poverty in America.
From church basements to the halls of congress, Julia has presented in her edu-performance style, calling those who listen to join the work of creating a just world for those experiencing poverty and marginalization. She is a teacher for students in high schools and ivy leagues. She has taught students at Stanford University, Brown, Duke Divinity, Swarthmore, and Amherst College, among others. She is most well known for her classes in neighborhood “porch sitting” which she calls an alternative to service-learning!
Julia is a mother and grandmother who lives in the Twin Cities of Minnesota and is deeply committed to her communities there. She has been a Community Faculty member with HECUA; Inequality In America (Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs) in St Paul for the past 30 years and has been part of shaping the creative community-based pedagogy of the institution.
Though functionally illiterate for most of her life, Julia taught herself how to write, while writing her first book, "My Name Is Child of God, Not Those People, A First Person Look at Poverty," (Augsburg Fortress). This book has become required reading in university classrooms and a favorite book of book clubs and reading groups.
Julia would love to come to your organization and facilitate an authentic conversation surrounding class discrepancies and building relationships across these seemingly impenetrable borders.
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Nov. 29, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Dec. 06, 2023 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Come and enjoy the holidays with your Minneapolis University Rotary club friends. This social time will be Wednesday, December 6 from 4-7:30. Come whenever you can. Meal time will be 5:30. We will provide the main course of vegetarian and meat lasagna as well as beverages of coffee, soda, water, beer and wine. If club members could bring a small salad, vegetable, or dessert, that would be great. The gathering will be at the party room of past MURC member Beverly Carlson Gazda.
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Dec. 06, 2023 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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MN School Based Health Alliance
Dec. 13, 2023 12:00 p.m.
I am honored to serve as the first Executive Director of the MN School Based Health Alliance. Twenty-five years in community health, education innovation, and public policy has taught me to effectively lead student health initiatives that ensure access to meaningful healthcare and equitable education opportunities for kids to thrive. To create change for young people and communities, healthcare delivery needs to be dynamic and adaptive, recognizing that it is in our homes, schools, and communities that we heal. School-based care is responsive to communities, creates ease, cares for the whole person, and addresses the entire ecosystem in which children live. In my work and life, I endeavor to create space for dissent, dialogue, and discovery and live a life full of joy. |
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Dec. 13, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Dec. 13, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Dec. 13, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Dec. 27, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Memorialize The Movement
Jan. 10, 2024
Memorialize the Movement (MTM) is a grassroots organization that was created in the wake of the murder of George Floyd by the Minneapolis Police Department and the protests that followed on May 25th, 2020. MTM was born from the need to address the lack of racial and economic justice in the city of Minneapolis. When it became clear that there was no plan for the collection and preservation of the plywood murals made by 2020 protesters and mourners, MTM’s founder, Leesa Kelly, took on the responsibility of collecting as many of these artworks as possible so that the Black and Brown stories they told would not be lost. |
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Jan. 10, 2024 12:00 p.m.
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Jan. 24, 2024 12:00 p.m.
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Long Meadow Leadership, LLC
Feb. 14, 2024
Dr. David Langemo is the Founder and CEO of Long Meadow Leadership, LLC. He has a bachelor's degree in Music Education, a master's in Organizational Management, and a doctorate in Business Administration with a specialization in Leadership. He has over 20 years in IT, higher education, and nonprofit leadership experience. He lives in south Minneapolis with his husband Drew, dog Mabel, and cat Reggie. He is proud to be a founding member of the MN Pride Rotary Club! |
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Feb. 14, 2024 12:00 p.m.
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Feb. 28, 2024 12:00 p.m.
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