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11
Dec
2025
Rotary 2nd Thursday Meeting - December 11th, 2025
Dec 11, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Second Thursday Mid-day meeting on December 11th from 12-1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: 100 Years of the Post Bulletin
Speaker: Jeff Pieters

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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17
Dec
2025
Board meeting December 2025
Dec 17, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

TRCR Board meeting - invitation by email

18
Dec
2025
Rochester Rotary Annual Holiday Party
Dec 18, 2025 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM UTC-06:00
18
Dec
2025
The Rotary Club of Rochester Holiday Dinner
Dec 18, 2025 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

SAVE THE DATE for the annual Rotary Holiday Party!

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Social Hour 5:30-6:30 pm  |  Dinner 6:30 pm

All Rotarians are invited to gather to celebrate the holidays and wrap-up 2025 at the Rochester VFW

More details to follow

01
Jan
2026
New Year - no meeting
Jan 01, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 

No meeting

08
Jan
2026
Rotary 2nd Thursday Meeting - January 8th, 2026
Jan 08, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Second Thursday Mid-day meeting on January 8th from 12-1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Make a Wish MN
Speaker: Sierra Lyon,
Manager Make a Wish MN

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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15
Jan
2026
Rotary 3rd Thursday Meeting - January 15th, 2026
Jan 15, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Third Thursday Rotary Meeting:

Socializing and Artificial Intelligence

You may order lunch off the menu. You do not need to register for this option.


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22
Jan
2026
Rotary 4th Thursday Meeting - January 22nd, 2026
Jan 22, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Exchange Students Overseas Zoom In
Speakers: Rotary Outbound Exchange Students

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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28
Jan
2026
Board meeting January 2026
Jan 28, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

TRCR Board meeting - invitation by email

29
Jan
2026
Rotary 5th Thursday Meeting - January 29th, 2026
Jan 29, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting.
 
Program: Rotation Day at 125 Live

 

No  Zoom option


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05
Feb
2026
Rotary 1st Thursday Meeting - February 5th, 2026
Feb 05, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Law and Order - What keeps a Judge up at Night
Speakers: Marcia Krieger, US District Judge

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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11
Feb
2026
TRCR Foundation Board Meeting
Feb 11, 2026
TRCR Foundation Board meetings meet every other month on the 2nd Wednesday. We meet at Even Hotel with a Zoom option.
 
The Rotary Club of Rochester is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: TRCR Community Foundation Board Meeting
Time: Aug 14, 2024 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
        Every 2 months on the Second Wed
 
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83100899429
Meeting ID: 831 0089 9429
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12
Feb
2026
Rotary 2nd Thursday Meeting - February 12th, 2026
Feb 12, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Diabetes - Next Generation Treatmens
Speakers: Dr. Quinn Peterson, PhD., Mayo Clinic

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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19
Feb
2026
Rotary 3rd Thursday Meeting - February 19th, 2026
Feb 19, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Third Thursday Rotary Meeting:

Socializing and Sustainability

 
Kayla Betzold will have a presentation
 
Your City, Your Future: Sustainability in Rochester
 
City of Rochester Sustainability Overview and Potential Natural Gas Franchise Fee Engagement
 
Description: Kayla Betzold, the City’s Sustainability Coordinator, will share an overview of Rochester’s environmental goals, recent progress, and priority projects, and introduce a potential natural gas franchise fee as a way to provide stable, long-term funding for current and future environmental initiatives.

No zoom option.

 

You may order lunch off the menu. You do not need to register for this option.


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25
Feb
2026
Board meeting February 2026
Feb 25, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

TRCR Board meeting on the 4th Wednesday of the month (mostly).

Invitation including zoom link by email

26
Feb
2026
Rotary 4th Thursday Meeting - February 26th, 2026
Feb 26, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Fishing in the Neighborhood
Speakers: Levi Suchla, Fisheries Specialist

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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05
Mar
2026
Rotary 1st Thursday Meeting
Mar 05, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Big Brothers Big Sisters of MN
Speakers: Serenity Knott - 
Community Engagement

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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12
Mar
2026
Rotary 2nd Thursday Meeting
Mar 12, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: LIFE Learning if forever 
Speakers: Stephen Troutman

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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19
Mar
2026
Rotary 3rd Thursday Meeting
Mar 19, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Third Thursday Rotary Meeting:

Socializing

You may order lunch off the menu. You do not need to register for this option.


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25
Mar
2026
Board meeting March 2026
Mar 25, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

TRCR Board meeting on the 4th Wednesday of the month (mostly).

Invitation including zoom link by email

26
Mar
2026
Rotary 4th Thursday Meeting
Mar 26, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Our Old Money, Coins and Currency
Speakers: Gary Kruesel

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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02
Apr
2026
Rotary 1st Thursday Meeting
Apr 02, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Human Trafficking
Speakers: Alfred Zdrazil

 

No zoom option


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08
Apr
2026
TRCR Foundation Board Meeting
Apr 08, 2026
TRCR Foundation Board meetings meet every other month on the 2nd Wednesday. We meet at Even Hotel with a Zoom option.
 
The Rotary Club of Rochester is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: TRCR Community Foundation Board Meeting
Time: Aug 14, 2024 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
        Every 2 months on the Second Wed
 
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83100899429
Meeting ID: 831 0089 9429
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09
Apr
2026
Rotary 2nd Thursday Meeting
Apr 09, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Understanding Youth Vaping local Impact
Speakers: Pa Houa Moua and Shantal Maharet

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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15
Apr
2026
White Oaks Park Clean-Up
Apr 15, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Bring work gloves and plastics bags or bucket for trash.

Third Wednesdays: 4/15, 5/20, 6/17, 7/15, 8/19, 9/16, 10/21(5PM)

16
Apr
2026
Rotary 3rd Thursday Meeting
Apr 16, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Third Thursday Rotary Meeting:

Socializing & Adopt-A-Drain Water Project by Rachel Strauss

You may order lunch off the menu. You do not need to register for this option.


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22
Apr
2026
Board meeting April 2026
Apr 22, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

TRCR Board meeting on the 4th Wednesday of the month (mostly).

Invitation including zoom link by email

23
Apr
2026
Rotary 4th Thursday Meeting
Apr 23, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Fort Stewart - The Cuban Missile Crisis
Speaker: Nancy Bergner

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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30
Apr
2026
Rotary 5th Thursday Meeting - Rotation Day
Apr 30, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 12 pm -1pm at Oxbow Park for Rotation Day.
 
If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE
 

Program: Rotation Day at Oxbow Park
Speakers: n/a

 

No zoom option


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07
May
2026
Rotary 1st Thursday Meeting
May 07, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Youth Frontiers
Speakers: Cory Piper

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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14
May
2026
Rotary 2nd Thursday Meeting
May 14, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 7pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: UMR Scholarship Program
Speakers:
Lindsey Hemker -- Director of Development   &  Dr Lori Carrell - UMR Chancellor

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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20
May
2026
White Oaks Park Clean-up
May 20, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Bring work gloves and plastics bags or bucket for trash.

Third Wednesdays: 4/15, 5/20, 6/17, 7/15, 8/19, 9/16, 10/21(5PM)

21
May
2026
Rotary 3rd Thursday Meeting
May 21, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Third Thursday Rotary Meeting:

Socializing 

You may order lunch off the menu. You do not need to register for this option.


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23
May
2026
2026 Med City Meander
May 23, 2026 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

2026 Med City Meander

Register at EventBrite.

More info about routes at bikemn.org.

 

27
May
2026
Board meeting May 2026
May 27, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

TRCR Board meeting on the 4th Wednesday of the month (mostly).

Invitation including zoom link by email

04
Jun
2026
Rotary 1st Thursday Meeting
Jun 04, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please join us for The Rotary Club of Rochester Thursday Mid-day meeting from 11:30 am -1pm. You can attend the meeting in-person at the VFW in Rochester or virtually via zoom at noon.

Lunch from special Rotary menu is available at the VFW for for $20 (19+1) for those who register by Wednesday at 5pm prior to the meeting. We appreciate you registering ahead of time to ensure we have an accurate head count for food preparation. You may also pay at the door if you miss the registration deadline. You may choose meal from special Rotary Menu.

If you're attending the meeting in-person, consider volunteering to assist as a greeter, give a reflection, or introduce our visitors - SIGN-UP HERE

Program: Club President Year-end Transition
Speakers: Steve Sperling & Frank Allen

 

The Zoom ID9480 is sent to members in a weekly email.


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10
Jun
2026
TRCR Foundation Board Meeting
Jun 10, 2026
TRCR Foundation Board meetings meet every other month on the 2nd Wednesday. We meet at Even Hotel with a Zoom option.
 
The Rotary Club of Rochester is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: TRCR Community Foundation Board Meeting
Time: Aug 14, 2024 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
        Every 2 months on the Second Wed
 
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83100899429
Meeting ID: 831 0089 9429
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