Speakers

Speaker	Date	Topic
Patty Hall	Oct 07, 2026	Possible Uganda Project Global Grant to provide access to clean water and hygiene training or 6 schools/communities in Uganda. Each community will create a water management team that will be trained by our implementing partner, Drop in the Bucket. They will maintain the infrastructure and collect water fees to ensure sustainability. We are collaborating with the Kitgum Club in Northern Uganda.
Darrin Janisch	Oct 14, 2026	Folds of Honor IN THE FOLDED FLAG WE SEE THE HEAVY PRICE OF FREEDOM Yet it’s also a symbol of hope, representing the enduring ideals that make this country a beacon of democracy. We chose this logo because it reflects our mission – to honor the sacrifice of America’s heroes, while giving hope to the bearers of their legacy. Folds of Honor has grown from a vision into a movement. This folded flag is a constant reminder of those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. It inspires us to help equip and educate their loved ones in need of our support.
John Curtiss	Oct 21, 2026	The Retreat In 1991, The Community of Recovering People (CORP), a non-profit organization consisting of a group of dedicated professionals and recovered individuals, shared their commitment to creating a continuum of affordable, accessible, and effective residential recovery services to help alcohol and drug-dependent individuals recover. The result is an innovative residential recovery continuum that provides time out for those in need. The Retreat represents a non-clinical, mutual-help approach to the problem of alcohol and drug dependency. This supportive, educational setting is grounded in the spiritual principles of AA. By providing a safe and supportive environment to study and practice these principles, The Retreat opens the door to a life of contented sobriety.
Volunteer 5-7pm Ridgedale Library, Room 172	Oct 28, 2026	Assembling Food Packges for Underserved Youth Ridgedale Library, Room 172 12601 Ridgedale Drive Minnetonka, MN The Link supports youth and families experiencing homelessness, young people who are survivors of sex trafficking, and youth who are involved in the juvenile justice system. We offer a continuum of innovative, youth-driven programs to meet youth’s basic needs while empowering them with the resources and relationships to pursue their goals and thrive.
Bob Schlichte	Nov 04, 2026	Friendships, relationships, partnerships, and sponsorships Become an Expert Shipbuilder with Bob Schlichte Understand the power of friendships, relationships, partnerships, and sponsorships to build your personal and professional network and become the leader of your fleet
John Millea, Author	Nov 11, 2026	Prepville: Unforgettable Stories of HS Sports As a journalist, I researched and wrote stories and blog posts that highlighted the positive aspects of educational athletics and fine arts programs across Minnesota. A Student Media Program, I designed and implemented a program, which offered students opportunities to gain journalism experience by writing about activities at their schools. I often conduct workshops and school visits with students and faculty.
Adam Erwin, Author	Nov 18, 2026	Lessons From Coach: Restoring Empathy, Curiosity, and Being Present One Flight At a Time. I conducted a six-year social experiment where I booked flights to anywhere (Boston, Seattle, Phoenix, etc.) in hopes of being able to interview the passenger next to me on the plane and get their story...remind them that they matter. I ended up doing 33 interviews in 36 attempts, with 14 passengers crying on my shoulder as they shared their story. I took those interviews and wrote a book called Lessons From Coach: Restoring Empathy, Curiosity, and Being Present One Flight At a Time. In this instance, coach is in reference to the back of the plane where I conducted the interviews. When I speak to groups like Rotary, the topic is usually about how we can make ourselves more available to the people in our path. A lot of the projects and work that Rotary does for the good of the community is amazing. But how can we engage with someone at the coffee shop, the gym, or the grocery store to be of service to them in an impromptu moment? I like to share the two things to look for in people, one thing to remember about people, and one thing to do to better engage with people. Lessons From Coach has become a favorite among book clubs, is being used as curriculum at a college in Illinois, and has been featured on podcasts and WCCO radio.
No Meeting	Nov 25, 2026	No Meeting
tbd	Dec 02, 2026	tbd
Christmas Party at 6:00pm	Dec 09, 2026	Wayzata American Legion Join us for the Wayzata Rotary annual Christmas Party! Two drink tickets will be provided along with dinner.
WHS Chamber Singers	Dec 16, 2026	Amazing Holiday Songs Be sure to put this on your calendar!
Merry Christmas	Dec 23, 2026	No meeting
Happy New Year	Dec 30, 2026	No meeting
Robb Virgin, Wayzata School Superintendent	Jan 06, 2027	Year end update and referrendum status

IN THE FOLDED FLAG WE SEE THE HEAVY PRICE OF FREEDOM