The third Thursday of each month is what members of The Rotary Club of Rochester call Third Thursdays small group meetings. The week of March 15, Rotarians will gather in their preassigned small groups at a time and place predetermined by the individual groups. Whether it be online or in-person, if you're unsure where and when your group is planning to meet this week, contact your group's leader. Enjoy your time together getting to know one another through engaging conversation!
If you love basketball or just love Rotary, this is a perfect fundraiser for you. Which means it fits us all! Here’s what you need to do.
Fill out a bracket (or multiple brackets). Brackets were emailed to club members on March 15, or you can find and use your own printable bracket online.
Email your completed bracket to Kristine Ihrke at kihrke@soldiersfield.com by 11:00 a.m. no later than Friday, March 19.
Make a minimum donation of $10.00 per bracket. Donations can be made via cash or check made out to “The Rotary Club of Rochester.” Mail to the attention of Kristine Ihrke at Centerstone Plaza Hotel, 401 Sixth Street SW, Rochester, Minnesota 55902.
The Rotary Four-Way Test is an ethical-decision making tool, but why keep it to ourselves? The world needs ethical-minded people, so let’s share stories of how we have used the Four-Way Test in our lives.
Watch the two minute YouTube videowhich explains District 5960's Ethics Committee's Four-Way Test Stories activity. Not sure how to share your story? Read on! Need an example? There are examples of stories posted on Rotary5960.org and look for the link on the home page.
Why should you share your Four-Way Test story?The Four Way test, the Rotary Code of Ethics, the 7 Areas of Focus, the Peace Ambassadors, and our Rotary Vision are all focused on acting in an ethical manner. We need to be bold and share our commitment to building a better, more ethical world so that - - - Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
Rotary 2022-23 Peace Fellowships applications are now open. The Rotary World Peace Scholarship offers 100 individuals committed to peace and conflict resolution the opportunity to earn a two-year master's level degree international studies, peace studies, and conflict resolution.
Please consider who might be a good candidate for graduate studies or certificate in peace studies. You are encouraged to make sure they fit the eligibility requirements and support them in their venture. There is an electronic application that can be forwarded to potential candidates. The application page is self explanatory and mentors can follow through by checking the graduate program or the certificate program for the relevant eligibility requirements.
Applicants have until May 15 to submit their applications with District 5960 as their endorsing district. The Rotary Peace Fellowship Committee will interview candidates and, if qualified, endorse them for consideration by Rotary Peace Centers and the universities they select to attend. For more information on Rotary Peach Fellowships, click here.
Many of you have been generous volunteers during the Holiday Classic two-day event each December. The Classic has been a very successful fundraiser with proceeds going to local non-profits and Rotary projects supporting youth programs in our area. Thanks to Rotarians, like you, who participate and support the event, the Holiday Classic has given more than one million dollars in support of area youth! For that, we thank you!
A lot of time and effort goes into planning this event with work happening all year long. The Holiday Classic is in need of additional committee members! Specific needs include finance, marketing, logistics for event days, and seeking sponsors and advertisers, just to name a few.This event is a three-club initiative and members from all three Rochester clubs are invited to join the committee!
March is Water Sanitation and Hygiene month. March 22nd is World Water Day which is an Annual United Nations Observance focusing on the importance of fresh water.
As a member of the Rotary Club of Rochester, there are three "To Do List" items to sign-up for the second and fourth Thursday meeting from now until the end of the year.
1. Sign-up to lead the four-way test
2. Sign-up to give a reflection
3. Sign-up to share your story via a vocation talk
The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to assist with a variety of community service opportunities. Days and shifts vary. Click on the "Read More" button for more information. You are encouraged to volunteer individually for any of the following:
Food Pantry
Resource Room
Reception Desk
Lunch Program
Please note that activities are subject to change based on COVID conditions.
Scrip cards to Apollo Liquor, Kwik Trip, and Menards are available for purchase to support The Rotary Club of Rochester. You purchase and spend the cards at face value, but the club receives 5% back from Apollo Liquor and Kwik Trip, and 4% back from Menards. The club receives an additional 5% on purchases at Kwik Trip, other than gas, inside the store.
