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Kurt Halverson
Welcome Home to Rotary!
Hello Everyone,
I really enjoyed our time together last week with sharing meaningful holiday stories with each other. It’s so special to be able to share fellowship with each other every week. If you were not able to attend, you can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/ucEGqkQl_SY In addition, here is a link to the Spatula City commercial that I was not able to get the sound to work for during our meeting: https://youtu.be/4BUDwj_mXKE
I look forward to seeing you and your guests at next week’s Christmas Concert, which marks our 82nd year of this wonderful tradition! This will mark our last get-together for 2022; our regular meetings resume on Wednesday, January 4th.
Please remember to complete the Youth Protection Training if you have not already done so:
The link to the training is:
Applicants must follow all the prompts through the entire training, which brings you to the end and also a background check application.
Please do not mark the last slide complete until you’ve finished the application portion. Let Brandon Gliem or I know if you need any help!
Remember to be kind, and I will see you on Wednesday!
Kurt
2022/2023 Goals
Club/Meeting Structure- Improved meeting management and experience.
Community – Signature club project of Warm our community
Members- Raise awareness and grow membership through having a first-hand experience with coming to a Faribault Rotary meeting.
Rotary- Our club will do its part to support Rotary International’s goals and initiatives.
Completing actionable items that were uncovered as a part of our club visioning session
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- Electronic pull tabs had a solid month with sales of $111K, delivering a gross profit of $22K on a gross profit margin of 20.20%, which is a new record for the FRYS operation (previous best = 19.94%)
- As an illustration of the significant variability, the month of August had a gross profit margin of 8.79% for less than half of the strength of October
- Paper tabs had a slightly weaker month with total sales of $60K for gross profits of $10K on a margin of 16.79%
- To keep the comparisons running, paper tabs had a gross profit margin of 16.31% in August, illustrating a much tighter range of performance month over month
- In fact, the lowest gross profit margin on paper tabs is 12.18%, representing 58% of the strongest gross profit margin recorded (21.08% in July 22) whereas electronic tabs accounts for only 43%
- To keep the comparisons running, paper tabs had a gross profit margin of 16.31% in August, illustrating a much tighter range of performance month over month
- Bingo continues to draw customers to Boxers with sales of $11K in October for gross profits of $2K.
- Overall, the month of October produced just over $10K in net income
- In October 2021, which was FRYS’ first month of charitable gambling operations, net income was $7K à While not a perfect example, the 30% increase in net income performance year-over-year does provide a solid illustration for growth in the size and scope of the charitable gambling operation at Boxers
- On the revenue front, October 2022's total revenue of $182K represents a 57% increase from October 2021's $116K
- In October 2021, which was FRYS’ first month of charitable gambling operations, net income was $7K à While not a perfect example, the 30% increase in net income performance year-over-year does provide a solid illustration for growth in the size and scope of the charitable gambling operation at Boxers
Following Expenses were Approved:
- CG Made Easy Administrative Fee = $250
- Fixed fee every month
- Inventory = $6,000
- Inventory levels are adequate given the recent track record on paper sales
- Rotary Gambling Team Compensation = $2,600
- Bingo Team Compensation = $2,500
- Bingo is being hosted every Thursday night à
- Revenue Share with MPeters = $10,000
- Profit share is 31% of e-tab gaming à fall months traditionally have greater volume
- City of Faribault = $1,200
- Revenue Share with Boxers = $8,000
- Profit-share w/ e-tabs = 15% & paper tabs = 20% à fall brings football back for stronger volume levels at Boxers
- Misc. Cost = $2,000
- Gambling manager Brenda might have a couple holiday events at Boxers & payroll services via Reese, Winter
- Total Expenses = $32,550
- On a first by Rod Muller & a second Dick Huston, FRYS’ membership approved November’s expenses
FRYS Membership approved the following donation:
- Donation information: $800
- Benefitting organization: Faribault High School
- Program: “The Nest”
- Mailing Address: 330 9th Avenue SW, Faribault, MN 55021
- Description: Funds will be used to purchase winter clothing and personal hygiene items, benefitting
- up to 150 local youth in need
- On a first by Kurt Halverson and second by Kay Hoaglin, FRYS membership approved the donation
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The honorable tie challenged Dick Huston proposes Megan Dalland, Director of Operations for Our Savior's Luther for membership in the Faribault Rotary Club. If you have any questions or concerns pleas contact membership chair Keith Kramer.
The honorable Brandon Gliem proposes Paul Laroche, Administrative Sergeant for the Rice County Sheriff's Office, for membership in the Faribault Rotary Club. If you have any questions or concerns pleas contact membership chair Keith Kramer.
November 9th, 2022, our meeting started with a Virtue by George Wickstrom of Unity, followed by a blessing by Zak Branham around Unity. In club announcements:
Warm of Community made their drop-offs to the local schools to drop off the packaged coats, hats, boots, etc., for all students. In all 185 students were outfitted for winter this year. Thank you to all the volunteers in our club and community.
Brenda is still looking for help with Bingo on Thursdays and Saturdays. Please contact Brenda or see the sign-up sheet at the next meeting.
Fellowship started with introducing our Rotary “students of the month.” Dr. Huston introduced Trent Tia and Grace Yesin. Grace is a senior and is involved in Orchestra, Student Council, and National Honor Society. Trent, a senior, is involved in Orchestra, Student Council, and DECA. Along with Cross Country and Track.
82nd Faribault Rotary Christmas Concert
Twas just weeks before Christmas, when all through downtown,
Not a Rotarian was stirring, no one to be found;
The invites were made by Martha Brown with care,
In hopes that everyone would soon be there;
The Rotarians were nestled all snug in their beds;
While visions of Christmas concerts danced in their heads;
They knew in a moment the time had drawn near,
To sign-up with Martha and tell her no fear;
For we will be coming, even bringing a guest;
Looking forward to lunch and the choir's singing best;
More rapid than eagles the Faribault Rotarians came,
And Martha whistled and shouted and called them by name:
Now, Pollard! Now, Ciesluk! Now, Ginter and Kohl!
On, Haars! On, Rojas! On, Wickwire and Gliem!
To the seat of your cars! To the end of the street!
Now dash away! Dash away! And soon we will meet!
Then we heard Martha exclaim, as she walked out of sight;
"Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!"
All Rotarians their families, and guests are invited to the 82th Faribault Rotary Christmas Concert to be held on Wednesday December 14th (11:45 am- 1:15 pm) at Our Savior's Lutheran Church. The joyful sounds of the holiday season will be brought to us by the Faribault High School Concert Choir. Our host for over 35 years, Donn Johnson has retired and there is a new hostess in town, Dr. Martha Brown, who is a new Rotarian and the accompanist for the choir. She asks that you respond to the online email whether or not you will be coming and bringing one or more guests. The cost of the meal is $15 unless you are on the meal plan.
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     Rotary outfitted 185 pre-k through grade 5 local youth with winter boots, snow pants, coats, hats and gloves! We partnered with Jefferson Elementary, Lincoln Elementary, Roosevelt Elementary and Stem school. The past 4 years we held a one day event where the community would come in and select from gently used and new outerwear. This worked out really well and the demand was always more than supply but the individuals at the front of the line were able to be fully outfitted while those coming in later only received a few items. This year parents were able to fill out a digital form selecting needed items and many children were outfitted from head to toe! Our hope is to continue to grow this program and expand into early childhood as well as local private schools. Rotary is very fortunate to have wonderful community partners that have allowed us to grow our program each year. It truly takes a community team to pull off a large scale outerwear drive and Reliance Bank allowed us to deliver, sort and pack all items in their basement. Kristen Thiele from Treadway Graphics ordered many of our items, Casie Steeves from the Chamber of commerce designed our flyer linking to our order form and generous financial sponsors like Rotary Charitable Gambling, Allina Health, Hometown CU, Rice County Sheriff’s Association and River Valley Church all gave over $500 to make this event possible. Rotary’s motto is ‘service above self’ and it is awesome to be able to serve our community knowing that each one of us has been given so much. |
 (Reprinted with permission from the Daily News and George) When my aunt Marian was in fourth grade in 1905, her teacher assigned the students topics to report monthly to the class. Marian was the oldest of three children. Her mother, a single parent, scrubbed floors in downtown offices at night and took in washing and ironing in the daytime. Marian, in poverty, was dressed in flour sack clothes. When she reported to the class, the students surreptitiously made fun of her. After two or so times, she said she wasn’t ready to give another report. Her teacher saw what was happening and took her aside and said: “Why don’t you see me after school. You don’t have to go before the class again.” Marian was so thankful for her kindness and compassion that she was inspired to become a teacher. When Marian was a senior in high school, her mother was diagnosed with cancer and couldn’t work. Marian found two part-time jobs so Aunt Ruth and my dad wouldn’t be placed in orphanages and mother in the poor house. Her mother died when Marian was in her second year of normal school. After graduation Marian taught in the Chicago public school system. In 1932 my dad lost his job and moved in with Marian and her husband. During that time students would come over after school and sometimes stay for supper. Almost always on Saturday’s students could come and stay for lunch. During summer it was common for them to come and visit her. One time she took a group on a picnic. Marian retired at age 65 in 1960 and moved to Lake Hubert, about 15 miles north of Brainerd. For 23 years she served the area in many ways, including teaching residents of the Brainerd State Hospital two or three days a week to read and write. At age 88 she was diagnosed with macular degeneration and could no longer driver or live alone. When she left Brainerd, the Brainerd Dispatch headline read “Incredible 88-year-old.” Most, if not all, of the front page was about Marian. I took her to Wisconsin to live with my mother and she died at age 98 in 1993. I was her administrator and she wanted her memorial service in the Lake Hubert area. She was gone 10 years. I thought, who will attend? The church was full. I read a letter from one of her students who went into the ministry. He wrote of the impact she had on his life. I had a very difficult time getting though it and there were many handkerchiefs drawn in the audience. s I went through her belongings I found she was corresponding, with help from my mother, with 65 of her former students. Who was the ‘power of one’ ? I say she was Marian’s fourth-grade teacher. Acts of kindness, compassion, respect, etc. can inspire us to do wonderful things. When I moved Marian, she told me one of her greatest regrets was that she never thanked her teacher for her kindness and the impact she had on her. Each and every one of us has the potential to be the ‘power of one’ in someone’s life. Acts of kindness, compassion and respect can be inspiring and perhaps be a ‘power of one.’
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In Club happenings: Our club welcomed a new member Theresa Vold Executive Director of Rescue 55021. Welcome to our club. Dr. Huston and Mr. Wickstrom asked members to contact them if they are coming to the international Rotary dinner on September 12th.
Rotarian of the Year Brenda DeMars is requesting if you have not to turn your rose money in, please do so.
David Connelly sent around a sign-up for the Salvation bell ringing event on November 19th. This year we are having a friendly competition with the local Lions club on who can raise the most money that day.
In fellowship:
Brenda is looking for help with bingo and has confidence we, as a club, can fill the spots.
Emily confided in the club that she thought David’s name was actually Dennis.
Martha Brown thanked those Rotarians who were at her book event at the library.
Katy Anderegg shared she is moving to Wisconsin and shared her love and appreciation to the friendships she created with club members.
Rod Mahler asked to welcome members to join the soup luncheon at 4th Ave Methodist church 11am-to 1 pm.
Natalie Ginter shared her thanks for all members doing good stuff in the community. From work on the School Levy to Warm our Community and other community projects. “It’s like every community project has some sort of connection to Rotary”.
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 (reprinted with permission from the Daily News) Twelve years of dedication paid off for Faribault Rotary Club’s gambling manager, Brenda DeMars. The 2020-21 club president received the club’s Rotarian of the Year award this past week. DeMars has been representative of the club’s Four-Way Test since her joining in September 2010. Throughout the years, DeMars has worn many hats in the club. During the pandemic, she served as the club’s president, often holding events over video calls. Under her presidency, a total of 17 new members committed to join the Faribault Rotary Club. “It was humbling. There’s many that are deserving of it and do a lot for the club,” DeMars said. “Rotary has changed me and become a big part of me. I love seeing what more we’re able to do now.” The Faribault Rotary Club honors what is referred to as the Four-Way Test of what rotarians think, say, or do in representation of the club: First, is it the truth? Second, is it fair to all concerned? Third, will it build goodwill and better friendships? Fourth, will it be beneficial to all concerned? DeMars’ impact on the Faribault Rotary Club extends well beyond her official position. Under DeMars’ guidance, the club accomplished numerous projects and changes. DeMars tackled the club’s dues structure, allowing newer members to afford the club’s membership. eMars was part of the club’s first international project since 2014, which raised in excess of $75,000 for a water purification, garden and entrepreneurial project for children in Cambodia. DeMars currently dedicates her time to a club effort she dug into: pull-tabs. She spent hours, both day and night, taking tests and fulfilling state requirements to receive approval from the city gambling committee in order to operate pull-tab gambling at Boxer’s Bar and Grill. “Should Brenda choose to not be gambling manager I can think of no one who would do what she is doing,” said Rotarian Richard Huston. “Because of her willingness to place service above self we have been able to give the youth of our community tens of thousand of dollars and a giving committee has been created to evaluate the many requests we receive.” In addition to being the club’s gambling manager, DeMars is also co-chair for the Rose Sale, a fundraiser which donates proceeds to youth programs and STRIVE scholarships. She is one of the top sellers of roses. “If anyone’s looking to join a great group, Rotary is it,” DeMars said. “It’s really rewarding for yourself and very giving to the community.” Reach Daily News reporter Josh McGovern at 507-333-3128. |
Dick Huston invited any Rotarians to join him and George at the Rotary Foundation Celebration on Saturday, November 12th. There is a carpool going. Please let Dr. Huston know if you are interested in going.
Greg Ciesluk reported on the wonderful Strive session Wednesday. Our very own George Wickstrom stepped up at the last moment to fill in for the speaker who could not make it last minute. George spoke on good money practice and saving.
Laura Bock shared a possible service project opportunity partnering with local police and maybe other organizations in the area to start a kid house for local teens. A think tank discussion is scheduled for November 15th at 6:30pm with a location to be determined.
Dr. Hanson led a fellowship with a back history of the difference between Fleecing dollars and Happy dollars, and the differences each holds. Fleecing is when someone else mentions you or your business highlighting accomplishments that they are happy for you. Happy Dollars are when you speak about something you are proud of, sharing a little bit about yourself and people or items that are important to you.
Greg Ciesluk shared the upcoming soup luncheons at Fourth Avenue United Methodist Church every Friday in November from 11 am to 1 pm. Emily Nesvold thanked the club for buying Christmas cards created by her daughter. She also praised the newest members, Nathaniel and Summer Cunningham, for their coffee roastery Mighty Fine Coffee.
Rod Mahler shared that his son is soon taking him to a Minnesota Gophers vs. Notre Dame hockey game. Rod, a fan of both squads, can’t lose no matter which team wins.
Marv Schrader shared he will be going into surgery to replace a heart valve this coming Wednesday. Keep your thoughts with Marv this week for a full recovery.
A lot of praise came to Harry Brown’s for the first annual Scary at Harry’s. Zak Branham shared his thanks to all the support and community vendors, which made the event a smash hit, with over 800 kids coming through for all the community fun. Look for more community-based events coming at Harry Brown’s.
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Now that the Roses have been delivered, it is time to turn in the money. Please bring your collections to our Wednesday meeting or turn them in to Amy or Brenda at Reliance Bank as soon as you have collected all your Rose sale money.
Thank you!
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October 19th, the meeting started with the unveiling of the Rotarian of the Year, Brenda DeMars! Her family and co-workers joined Brenda to celebrate her accomplishment. More about Brenda later.
Laura Bock shared the week’s virtue in honor of Rotarian of the Year Brenda, Endurance.
Keith Kramer provided our weekly invocation. In club announcements, Keith Kramer gave a Warm our Community update. Forms were sent to all elementary schools (translated into Spanish, English, and Somali). Over 200 forms have been submitted, and each form submission fulfills all hats, gloves, boots, and jackets for each child. The next step is to order the items and then sort and pack them for each area school to distribute. Help will be needed soon for the sorting and packing of orders.
Cindy Yerington gave an update request from The Inn to help clear plates into bus bins provided at the end of the meetings.
David Connelly requested the club continue looking for host families for our current exchange student Jean. New host families are needed for 2023.
Please contact Lisa Humfield-Wilson if you know of a family willing to help.
Brenda Demars needs help with Bingo on Thursdays and Saturdays. Reach out to Brenda if you can help, please.
Fellowship was focused around the praise of Mrs. Brenda Demars and all her attributes like selflessness, hardworking, caring, compassion, loyal, energetic, and committed to naming a few. Laura Bock presented a genuine overview of all of Brenda’s accomplishments and achievements which Brenda has served as a Rotarian in the Faribault community.
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Club Announcements
- New President-Elect: The president nomination committee met. Many members were nominated, which speaks to the work the members have done. David Connelly has accepted the nomination for President-Elect for 2024-25, following Laura Bock (current Rotarian of the Year) in 2023-24. Pastor Mark Kenney has accepted the nomination for 2025-26 as the 106th club president.
- Dr. Houston mentioned members were still welcome to come to his prairie to harvest seeds to be distributed into Crockers Creek.
- Dr. Houston was thanked for his personalized touch in his encounters around the community. He also has urged Rotarians to put their Rotary magazines into lobbies to increase awareness of Rotary.
- Elizabeth Child with the United Way and Northfield Rotarian thanked our club for the $2500 donation to the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The subscribership is growing rapidly. They are set to have 1300 members and give away 15,000 books this year.
- Riverbend sent us two thank you cards for our contributions to their youth programming.
In Fellowship, we were joined by long-time member Mike Grinney who updated us on his many years of retirement living in Florida.
- Zak Branham shared the first Scary at Harry’s Trick or Treat event on October 25th, 6 pm-8 pm at Harry Browns. Vendors are welcome to hand out candy. Contact Zak if your business is interested.
- Laura Bock shared her gratitude for the friendships that our kids can enjoy through our connections through Rotary. Grace had a great time with his daughter Harper at Kurt Halverson’s home this past weekend.
- Greg Ciesluk gave an update on the Strive program earlier on October 12th; there were 35 students in participation.
- 4th United Methodist Church is back their soup luncheons in November 11am-1pm on Fridays.
- Kymn Anderson, who is not a fan of the “tie banter,” gave her compliments on Dr. Huston’s pheasant tie. The clear Tie contest winner on October 12th was Dr. Huston. (Were there any others?)
- Gail Kaderlik shared she became a grandmother this past weekend, and the baby and family are doing well.
- Katy Anderegg thanked Harry Brown’s for helping out with a programming event at the last moment with a golf cart on the fly.
- Mindy Reeder shared that BA looks good in their section in Volleyball again this year.
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The honorable Carri Pollard proposes Theresa Vold, Executive Director and founder of Rescue 55021, as a member in the Faribault Rotary Club. If you have any questions, please contact membership chair Keith Kramer.
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The honorable Pastor Mark Kenney proposes Nathaniel Cunningham, co-owner of Mighty Fine Coffee Roasters, as a member in the Faribault Rotary Club. If you have any questions, please contact membership chair Keith Kramer.
On October 5th, 2022, Rotarians joined at Noon for this week's weekly meeting.
Aubrey Nicholson shared this week’s virtue of “Strength” after the pledge of Alliance and the Four Way Test were recited.
In club announcements, Amy Amundson asked to have Roses orders in ASAP. You will be getting emails until you have placed your orders. Bravo to Grant Wilson and Eric Craig for leading the way with over 100 dozen roses sold.
Dr. Huston welcomed volunteers to his prairie to harvest seeds Wednesday, October 12th, at 5 pm. Please contact Dick if you can join. The seeds will be distributed to Crocker Creek this winter over the snow to seed in the spring. Our next Red Cross blood drive is on November 7th at 4th Ave United Methodist Church from 1-6 pm.
In Fellowship, it was a pleasure to have former Sheriff Troy Dunn on Zoom. President Halverson shared a story of lightning bolts being shaved into the head of the former Sheriff in a throwback to the good old Vanilla Ice days of the 90s.
Many comments were made about the grand nature of the Lakelander’s barbershop choir concert to support the Ruth House and the Hope Center. Greg Ciesluk, a member of the Lakelander’s, shared they raised more funds than ever at this year’s concert.
Erica Stab-Absher appreciated that the Faribault Foundation’s “100 women who care event” elected the Hope Center as the Winner of the $5,000 donation this past weekend.
The honorable Carri Pollard proposes Sommer Cunningham, co-owner of Mighty Fine Coffee Roasters, as a member in the Faribault Rotary Club. If you have any questions, please contact membership chair Keith Kramer.
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On September 29th, 2022 the Faribault Rotary Club gathered at the Inn at Shattuck-St. Mary’s at 12:15 to sign the pledge of allegiance, the Four Way Test, a Virtue Reading by Erica Staab-Absher of “Humanity”. Our Prayer was by Natalie Ginter. “Community, we embrace. The community we serve as Rotarians.”
Club announcements: Greg Ciesluk shared 33 students' attendance this past week to hear a speech from fellow Rotarian Zak, to pride them on doing the right thing.
Flag exchange: David Connelly and Exchange Student Jean Piyapanee shared the ceremonial opportunity to exchange his native Thailand club flag without a local club flag.
Martha Brown was inducted into our club by Membership Chairman Keith Kramer.
In Fellowship:
Chad Koepke shared he was getting married this Saturday. Congrats Chad.
Natalie Ginter shared her experience of her father being inducted into the Wisconsin Basketball Hall of Fame this past Saturday. Natalie also announced she is starting coaching for little Falcons’ basketball this fall.
In honor of Sue Garwood’s birthday, the club sang to her “Happy Birthday”.
Eric Craig announced that club dues have been sent out, if you have any questions, please reach out to him.
Dr. Murray Hanson was wearing an excellent tie, and explained that it was picture day for the staff at Richie Eye Clinic. Dr. Huston had something to say about it which was not noteworthy, so it did not make the meeting records.
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 Rotarian David Connelly (left) and Club President Kurt Halvorson exchange flags with exchange student Jean Piyapanee from Thailand. |
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Rotary projects around the globe – December 2022
Learn how Rotary clubs are taking action in the United States, Mexico, Germany, Italy, and India.
A community cure
Backed by Rotary’s Programs of Scale award, Partners for a Malaria-Free Zambia confronts a worldwide malady at the local level
Turning wine bottles back into sand
A club in Washington’s wine country uses a novel approach to keep glass out of the landfill.
Leveraging expertise with Ashoka
Leveraging expertise with AshokaRotary’s partnership with Ashoka brings together the vision of Ashoka’s social entrepreneurs with the local expertise of Rotary members to inspire innovation that can solve problems, create leaders, and
Engagement through experiences
During the COVID-19 pandemic's initial U.S. wave in 2020, Detroit, Michigan, was one of many cities where first responders and medical personnel needed more personal protective equipment. A Rotary club in India learned about the situation and contacted its longtime partner, the Rotary Club of
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82nd Faribault Rotary Christmas Concert
Our Savior's Lutheran ChurchDec 14, 2022
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82nd Annual Holiday Concert
Our Saviors Lutheran ChurchDec 14, 2022
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NO MEETING- Merry Christmas
Dec 21, 2022
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NO MEETING- Happy New Year!
Dec 28, 2022
Serve To Change Lives
Faribault, MN 55021
United States of America