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District 5950 update
Oct. 24, 2018
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Oct. 27, 2018 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Make plans now to join us at Community Emergency Services (CES) on Saturday, October 27, 2018. This will be another of our family friendly, bi-monthly food shelf volunteer events where we will pack food and sundry items in accordance with the “shopping” lists of approximately 180 of CES’s home delivery clients.
The event will start at 9:00 AM and conclude sometime between 10:30 and 11:00. No need to register.
Parking is available in the small lot behind the building or on 19th Street. Please enter the building from the entrance off of the parking lot (the door is sometimes locked, so you may need to ring the bell). CES’s address is 1900 11th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404 (corner of 11th Avenue South and 19th Street).
If you plan on attending and wish to bring food or sundry items to donate, please feel free to do so. They are usually low on coffee and tea, both of which are available in $1 packages at Dollar Tree. CES will provide a receipt to you for your donation. |
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Oct. 30, 2018 5:00 p.m.
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Survivors of Torture: Rebuilding Lives, Restoring Hope
Oct. 31, 2018
Founded in 1985 as the first torture rehabilitation center in the country, the Center for Victims of Torture works in Minnesota and sites throughout the world to heal lives devastated by torture. As executive director of the Center for Victims of Torture, Mr. Goering oversees an international staff with offices in St. Paul, Minneapolis, Washington D.C. and healing projects in Africa and the Middle East. Mr. Goering began at CVT in May 2012. Mr. Goering will discuss CVT's pioneering and now globally recognized rehabilitative work with survivors of torture and war-related atrocities in the US and abroad. |
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Nov. 03, 2018 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Celebrate our successes!
Nov. 07, 2018
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From the lab to the lake: Minnesota's fight against aquatic invasive species
Nov. 14, 2018
Dr. Nick Phelps is the Director of the Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center and Assistant Professor in the Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology Department at the University of Minnesota. Prior to these positions, Nick led the aquatic animal health program for the UMN's College of Veterinary Medicine for 10 years. He is also a current member and past President of the Blaine/Ham Lake Rotary Club. |
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Iron and Water
Nov. 21, 2018
Our own Grant Merritt will discuss his new book, Iron and Water, a memoir of his life’s work on behalf of Minnesota’s people and environment and also the story of a family significant in state history. Chronicling the discovery of vast iron deposits on the Mesabi Range and the fight to save Lake Superior and Minnesota’s natural riches, Grant reveals how individuals can change the world. |
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Nov. 21, 2018 8:30 a.m.
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Join your fellow Rotarians for drinks in the West End
Nov. 27, 2018 5:30 p.m.
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Nov. 27, 2018 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Angels, sharks and unicorns - investing in startup companies.
Nov. 28, 2018
The public financial markets have been volatile in 2018. Entrepreneurship is on the rise. Perhaps you’re thinking that investing in startups is the way to improve your returns. Join two experienced angel investors to learn more about the angel/venture capital asset class and financing early stage companies. |
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Roundtable Discussion
Dec. 05, 2018
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Pack food boxes for families in need
Dec. 11, 2018 5:45 p.m.
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Market Update
Dec. 12, 2018
What can we expect from the markets in 2019? Certified Financial Planner, author of "The Four Horsemen of the Investor's Apocalypse," and CEO/CIO of White Oaks Wealth Advisors, Bob Kosterman, will give us his best reading of the tea leaves! Bob's expertise in stock options and execuitve compensation plans have positioned White Oaks as a "go to" firm in regard to creating thoughtful plans incorporating all sources of wealth creation and preservation. Bob has authored numerous white papers, speaks frequently at regional and national wealth management conferences, and is quoted in numerous publications. AND he is a COLRC member! |
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Dec. 12, 2018 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
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Dec. 18, 2018 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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Holiday Program!
Dec. 19, 2018
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Dec. 19, 2018 8:30 a.m.
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Jan. 04, 2019 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
This year’s City of Lakes Holiday Party will be Friday, January 4th. Once we enter the New Year, you might think the holiday spirit has passed you by. Fear not! On January 4th, beginning at 5:30PM, come celebrate the new year with old friends. Shaun Irwin is hosting us this year in the community room of The Encore Apartments downtown (212 10th Ave S, Minneapolis). We're taking care of the catering so all you'll need to bring is a favorite beverage and some holiday cheer! Please register so we have a head count for food. |
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Pack food boxes for families in need
Jan. 08, 2019 5:45 p.m.
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YMCA's Equity Innovation Center
Jan. 09, 2019
Henry Crosby is an advocate for change. He works to improve the lives of others daily. As the Executive Director of the Greater Twin Cities YMCA, Equity Innovation Center, Henry establishes corporate and nonprofit partner relationships to promote a suite of innovative equity leadership products and programs at the YMCA. We will meet at the Equity Innovation Center to learn more about how it creates transformational experiences to build awareness, develop leaders and accelerate change. |
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State of City of Lakes Rotary Club
Jan. 16, 2019
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Jan. 16, 2019 8:30 a.m.
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Join your fellow Rotarians for drinks in the West End
Jan. 22, 2019 5:30 p.m.
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Healthier Living for a Healthier You
Jan. 23, 2019
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Its mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Susan will speak to us about lifestyle and things you can do to help reduce your risk for Alzheimer's disease. |
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Jan. 26, 2019 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Anti-Child Trafficking (A.C.T.) United
Jan. 30, 2019
With 20 years of experience working with children, teens, and families in youth outreach, domestic and foreign missions, and as a police officer, Jessica brings first-hand information and experience to the issue of juvenile sex trafficking. Jessica served 12 years in law enforcement as a patrol officer and as an undercover officer in human trafficking and narcotics investigations. Currently, she is the lead facilitator of A.C.T. United, a juvenile sex trafficking awareness, and outreach ministry, of Church on the Hill, Chaska, MN. |
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Days for Girls
Feb. 06, 2019
Days for Girls volunteers and enterprises have reached more than ONE MILLION women and girls around the world who now have more days of opportunity, dignity, and health thanks to Days for Girls menstrual health solutions and education— making sure that every single day of her life counts. When we mobilize girls and women through health and education opportunities, their communities and our world grow stronger. Pads are a simple thing that helps girls go to school and women go to work. Judy Johnson of the Maple Grove Rotary will be speaking about the project which provides a washable/reusable product for use during menstrual cycles, enabling girls and women to attend school/work during menstruation when they otherwise could not. |
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Feb. 12, 2019 5:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Please join us for a Rotary After Dark Community Service event. Join us at the Second Harvest Heartland distribution center in Brooklyn Park at 7101 Winnetka Avenue N. Check it out at www.2harvest.org/get-involved/volunteer. We will package up some random food for distribution to food shelves. Will it be potatoes??? Come and see.
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Minneapolis "Bookend City": An achievement in early literacy
Feb. 13, 2019
Kristen Hoplin, M.A., the Executive Director of Reach Out & Read, will speak about the early literacy nonprofit. Reach Out and Read gives young children a foundation for success by incorporating books into pediatric care and encouraging families to read aloud together.The best time to shape a child’s future is in the first five years, a critical window of rapid brain development that does not occur at any other time. Children who hear fewer words during early childhood start school developmentally behind their peers, and may never catch up. With unparalleled access to families with young children, Reach Out and Read medical providers give books to children at well-child visits from infancy until they start school. More importantly, they encourage families to read aloud and engage with their infants, toddlers and preschoolers every day. |
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What's New in Downtown Minneapolis?
Feb. 20, 2019
New development projects are sprouting, businesses are growing and transportation options are expanding. David Frank, Director of the City of Minneapolis Department of Community Planning and Economic Development, will talk about the programs and partnerships that support the city’s success and growth; serving residents, business owners and visitors. |
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Feb. 20, 2019 8:30 a.m.
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Feb. 25, 2019 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
VISIONING SESSION - MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25. On February 25, the District 5950 visioning team will help our club formulate goals for the next 3 years, with a specific focus on member value. We hope 20 or so club members can attend - including board members, newer members with fresh ideas, and seasoned members who know the club's history. Come and be a part of shaping City of Lakes Rotary Club's future! Please register so we know how many club members to expect! Pizza will be served from 5 to 5:30 and the visioning session will start at 5:30. The session will be held at Dunwoody College of Technology, 818 Dunwoody Boulevard, Minneapolis, MN 55403. |
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Tips on increasing our club's membership
Feb. 27, 2019
Tom Gump is the former president of the Rotary Club of Edina/Morningside, which makes boosting membership a priority. During his 2016-17 stint as club president, Edina/Morningside added 31 members, eleven of which were women and 10 were under 40 years old. Tom's 10 tips to attract and retain members was featured in Rotary International's monthly magazine. Tom will share his insights with our club. |
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How is Minneapolis College Meeting the Challenges Facing Higher Education?
Mar. 06, 2019
Sharon J. Pierce, Ed.D., president of Minneapolis Community and Technical College, has been dedicated to urban education and the mission of community and technical colleges throughout her career. Prior to becoming president, she served Howard Community College (Md.) as the vice president for academic affairs, chair (dean) of the Health Sciences Division, and director of the nursing education program. Dr. Pierce is a professor of nursing and member of Sigma Theta Tau, International Nursing Honor Society. She holds a bachelor’s degree and a master’s from the University of Maryland School of Nursing and a doctorate from Morgan State University (Md.). Minneapolis College has been in the business of empowering its students and meeting the city’s workforce needs for over one hundred years. The College remains one of the most affordable colleges in the metro and is committed to meeting the workforce needs of the region and serving students, many of whom have been systematically excluded from educational opportunities and economic prosperity. However, the strategies our colleges and universities have been employing are not yielding the results we anticipated. Higher completion rates have not been realized, and measures of student success have only demonstrated incremental improvement. The opportunity gap has not closed and is but one of the challenges facing higher education. Public skepticism of the value of a college degree is growing, higher education governance and business models do not support rapid innovation, and many people question the financial sustainability and viability of our business model. Given this reality, why is Dr. Pierce optimistic and what is Minneapolis College doing to insure its future educating students for a changing society and world of work? Come find out on March 6th! |
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Mar. 07, 2019 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Minneapolis City of Lakes Foundation provided $1,500 to Joyce Preschool in south Minneapolis to support literacy efforts of 3, 4 and 5 year olds. Join us for an afternoon of reading and playing with these young learners, and see our funding brought to life in the classroom - in English and Spanish! 3-4 volunteers needed for a fun and easy hour from 2-3 p.m. Contact Jodi Massey to attend. |
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Hospitality in the commercial construction business.
Mar. 13, 2019
Former COLRC member Bob Gardner, the CEO and Visionary of Gardner Builders will speak about the growth of his company, described as a hospitality company in the commercial construction business. Bob started Gardner Builders with a single mission – to create a construction business that defies industry norms by focusing on relationships. To this day, connection and hospitality remain his priorities. Having worked in both the field (as a laborer, carpenter, superintendent, and machinist) and the office gives Bob a unique perspective and an attention to detail in all areas of a project. “Business, like life, is all about how you make people feel. It’s that simple, and it’s that hard.” |
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Get Up, Stay Up, Don't Fall Down
Mar. 20, 2019
Did you know that the rate of fatal falls in Minnesota is climbing faster than in the U.S. as a whole? In fact, since 2000, the rate has doubled. Preliminary data for 2016 from the CDC shows that Minnesota is now fourth in the U.S. for deaths due to unspecified falls. It’s alarming. But what can you do to prevent it among those you know and love? Susan Priem, the daughter of a Rotarian, will be with us to share advice. Susan, who is with Hennepin Health, received her physical therapy degree from the Mayo School of Health Related Sciences and a Master of Health Sciences from Washington University in St. Louis. She is a Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults through the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy. Her expertise is in treating adults for neurologic conditions including stroke and traumatic brain injury, but her passion is assisting adults to age well and in place. |
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Mar. 20, 2019 8:30 a.m.
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Mar. 20, 2019 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Want a feel goo, fun volunteer opportunity? Help give away books to families at the New Horizon Day Care Center, by staffing a table packed with age appropriate, diverse books. City of Lakes purchases the books, brings to the school Family Night so that kids & their parents chose together two books to take home for their home library. |
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Vocational Service Roundtables
Mar. 27, 2019
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Apr. 02, 2019 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
You will not want to miss the upcoming celebration of another year in life of our Club! On Tuesday, April 2, we’ll gather at Punch Bowl Social (1691 Park Pl Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416) from 5PM to 8PM. We will have the run of two VIP Bowling Lanes, as well as some appetizers and a cash bar. Bring your finesse bowling skills and spirit of fellowship to a very cool venue! (Important note: Originally, this event was to be March 20. However, that is the evening of the book giveaway at New Horizon at 3354 Penn Ave North from 5:30 to 7:00; we look forward to seeing you there as well.) |
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Junior Achievement's New Building Tour
Apr. 03, 2019
This offsite will be held at Junior Achievement's new home, 1745 University Ave. W, St. Paul, MN 55104. COLRC is proud to work with Junior Achievement and now we have a chance to tour their new building. Junior Achievement offers financial literacy, college and career readiness, and entrepreneurship education to K-12 students in Minnesota, North Dakota and western Wisconsin. JA empowers students to make a connection between what they learn in school and how it can be applied in the real world – enhancing the relevance of their classroom learning and increasing their understanding of the value of staying in school. |
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Apr. 03, 2019 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join RAD & the Literacy Team to help Reach Out & Read MN sort books. We will sort out donated books that are not appropriate or in good enough condition to be used, clean books up, sorting them by age, type, etc. and shelving them.
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Life to the End - Stories of Hope, Healing, and What Matters Most
Apr. 10, 2019
Joel Carter is an accomplished Palliative Care specialist, author, storyteller and artist. Carter transitioned to Palliative Care in 2002 after being awarded a Bush Medical Fellowship by the Archibald Bush Foundation to pursue interests in End of Life Medicine and Physician Leadership. He completed his fellowship at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute at Harvard University and training at the Physician Leadership College at the University of St. Thomas. He currently is a pain and palliative medicine specialist in Minneapolis where he treats patients and lectures on various topics related to pain and end of life care. Carter’s clinical interests include the use of storytelling and narrative as they pertain to the psychosocial aspects of dying patients and their families. He has been published in the Los Angeles Times, Reader’s Digest and the Annals of Emergency Medicine. He is the author of two previously published books including Lava Lamp Lessons – Writings, Stories, and other Free Associations and Rockpeople – The Chester Creek Inuksuit Anthology, which recently sold-out. |
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Apr. 13, 2019 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
This event is a kick-off for club leadership teams (president elects, their board, committee chairs, and support teams) - a chance to strategize on what they will do doing the coming year to "Enhance the Value of Rotary Membership" in their clubs.
Agenda:
• Presentation about member value
• Facilitated cross club sharing of ideas
• Independent club strategy session
• Sharing of top club strategies
Link to register for Minnetonka session: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/50084/Event/district-assembly---session-two---minnetonka.
Four sessions will be held. Other sessions: Apple Valley (4/11), New Ulm (4/17) or St Cloud (5/1)
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My year in Minneapolis as a Rotary Exchange Student
Apr. 17, 2019
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Apr. 17, 2019 8:30 a.m.
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Resilience and adapting to an ever changing real estate environment
Apr. 24, 2019
Jean Kane, CEO, Colliers International, was voted as one of 2017’s most admired CEOs. Jean has been with the company for 30 years and has been CEO and majority owner of Welsh and Colliers International MSP since 2012. She sold WelshCo to global giant Colliers International Group Inc. of Toronto in April and has remained on as CEO. Jean's strong leadership and ability to take on tough challenges led the company to become one of the largest commercial real estate firms in the Twin Cities. Besides growing the business, creating a welcoming culture that embraces diversity and a variety of viewpoints is incredibly important to Jean. As a result, Welsh and Colliers International MSP has a stack of Best Places to Work awards from the Business Journal. Jean will discuss the changes in the real estate industry and how her business has evolved to adapt to the changes. |