March is Water and Sanitation Month Todd Nilson 2024-03-01 06:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes
22nd Fundraising Dinner and Auction Betty Bittner 2024-02-26 06:00:00Z 0 Fundraising
2025 Rotary Peace Fellowships Todd Nilson 2024-02-14 06:00:00Z 0 Peace,Scholarship
February is Peace & Conflict Prevention Month Todd Nilson 2024-02-01 06:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes
January is Vocational Service Month Todd Nilson 2024-01-01 06:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes

Two Rivers Club Update Oct 16 2023

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Updates from Rotary Club of Two Rivers in Raider Reporter

Learn how the Rotary Club of Two Rivers continues to serve the community in the latest issue of the Two Rivers High School Raider Reporter.
Two Rivers Club Update Oct 16 2023 Dennis Swetlik 2023-10-08 05:00:00Z 0

Road Rally Oct 21 2023

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Explore Manitowoc County through the Rotary Road Rally

Join the Rotary Road Rally on October 21 for a scenic drive through Manitowoc County's local businesses and attractions.
Road Rally Oct 21 2023 Colleen Inman 2023-10-08 05:00:00Z 0
October is Economic and Community Development Month Todd Nilson 2023-10-01 05:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes
September is Basic Education and Literacy Month Todd Nilson 2023-09-24 05:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes

August is Membership and New Club Development Month

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A Century of Service: Grow With Us

As we turn the calendar to August, Rotary Clubs worldwide recognize a significant theme: Membership and New Club Development Month. Here in Two Rivers, this theme resonates deeply as we celebrate the 100th year of our local Rotary Club—a century filled with service, community, and connections.

August is Membership and New Club Development Month Todd Nilson 2023-08-13 05:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes

Peace Pole Project

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Peace Pole Project

Through the Two Rivers Peace Pole Project, the Rotary Club of Two Rivers exemplifies a community's resilience, compassion, and commitment to a better future. In a world increasingly complex, may this Peace Pole serve as a reminder to us all to strive for understanding, empathy, and peace.
Peace Pole Project Todd Nilson 2023-08-13 05:00:00Z 0 Charity,Peace
July is New Leadership Month Todd Nilson 2023-07-02 05:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes
From Green Initiatives to Ecological Adventures: Updates from John Dubrow at Van Der Brohe Arboretum Todd Nilson 2023-06-13 05:00:00Z 0 Bright furture,Ecology,Meetings

May 23 2023 Meeting

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May 23, 2023 Meeting Report

Discover the latest from the Rotary Club meeting, featuring insights on the LB Clarke renovation, upcoming events, service opportunities, and a sneak peek into the next program.
May 23 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-05-23 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

May 16 2023 Meeting

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May 16, 2023 Meeting Report

Join us as we recap the latest Rotary Club meeting, featuring an insightful guest speaker, updates on club operations, service opportunities, and exciting plans for the future.
May 16 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-05-16 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

May 9 2023 Meeting

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May 9, 2023 Meeting Report

Discover the exciting updates at the Two Rivers Rotary Club meeting, including successful fundraising, community projects, and plans for the upcoming Applefest - join us to learn how you can make a difference!
May 9 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-05-09 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
May is Youth Service Month Todd Nilson 2023-05-01 05:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes

April 25 2023 Meeting

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April 25, 2023 Meeting Report

Former Rotary Exchange student, Brian Dean, shares his inspiring journey and reflections on Two Rivers' growth, along with updates on club operations, upcoming events, and district activities.
April 25 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-04-25 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

April 18 2023 Meeting

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April 18, 2023 Meeting Report

Mike Mathis, Director of Two Rivers Parks & Recreation, shared three district grant ideas for the City of Two Rivers Parks & Recreation, while also discussing the ongoing development of the Master Plan for Neshotah Park.
April 18 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-04-18 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

April 11 2023 Meeting

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April 11, 2023 Meeting Report

Abbey Abbott, Director of Hope House, shared insights into the program that supports homeless families, couples, and individuals to achieve sustainable independence.
April 11 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-04-11 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
April 4 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-04-04 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
April is Maternal and Child Health Month Todd Nilson 2023-04-01 05:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes
March 28 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-03-28 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

March 21 2023 Meeting

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March 21, 2023 Meeting Report

In today's meeting, we received a visit from Rotary District Governor Mike Phillips on Rotary, its functions, and the role of the Rotary Foundation.
March 21 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-03-21 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

March 14 2023 Meeting

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March 14, 2023 Meeting Report

Painting Pathways Clubhouse empowers adults with mental health concerns by supporting recovery, building community, and providing hope. We heard from Brian Portzen, the organization's director today.
March 14 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-03-14 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

March 7 2023 Meeting
 

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March 7, 2023 Meeting Report

For today's meeting, the Club learned from a student about the World Affairs seminar she attended. We also learned all about the K-8 Language Arts Curriculum at Two Rivers Public Schools.
March 7 2023 Meeting  Deborah Brotcke 2023-03-07 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings
March 2023 Events 2023-03-06 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings
March is Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Month Todd Nilson 2023-03-01 06:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes
February 28 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-02-28 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings

February 21 2023 Meeting

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February 21, 2023 Meeting Report

Our guest speaker Deanna Genske, Executive Director of Ascend Services, Inc., shared her history with the organization and the good it does for adults with a disability in the community.
February 21 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-02-21 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings
February 14 2023 Meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-02-14 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings
february 7 2023 meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-02-07 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings
February is peacebuilding and conflict prevention month Todd Nilson 2023-02-01 06:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes

January 24 2023 meeting

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January 24, 2023 Meeting Report

Two Rivers High School shop teachers, Justin Casper and Jeff Haag, shared details about the growing programs available to students at today's meeting.
January 24 2023 meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-01-24 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings
January 17 2023 meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-01-17 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings

January 10 2023 meeting

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January 10, 2023 Meeting Report

Tim Wester, Principal of L. B. Clarke, and Daniel Butler, the new Associate Principal, updated members on the status of the two planned additions at the L. B. Clarke Middle School.
January 10 2023 meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-01-10 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings

January 3 2023 meeting

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January 3, 2023 Meeting Report

Club Assembly means a fresh start for the new year. In this meeting summary, we cover the various opportunities to serve the community, region and world through our Club's activities.
January 3 2023 meeting Deborah Brotcke 2023-01-03 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings
January is vocational service month Todd Nilson 2023-01-01 06:00:00Z 0 Monthly Themes

December 20 2022 Meeting

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December 20, 2022 Meeting Report

Our Club closed out 2022 with wide-ranging discussions about education in our schools and exciting plans for our Centenary Year celebrations.
December 20 2022 Meeting Brian Jensen 2022-12-13 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings

December 13 2022 Meeting

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December 13, 2022 Meeting Report

At the Rotary Club of Two Rivers, special guests Erin Gonnerman and Paula Fox shared about 100+ Women Who Care Manitowoc County, a giving circle that has grown to include 200 members in 130 teams and has donated over $75,000 to local non-profit organizations.
December 13 2022 Meeting Brian Jensen 2022-12-13 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings
December 6 2022 Meeting Brian Jensen 2022-12-06 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings

November 22 2022 Meeting

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November 22, 2022 Meeting Report

Karen Nichols from the Manitowoc Chamber was this week's speaker, sharing with us the reminder that we need to shop local.
 
Photograph: Courtesy of the Lester Public Library
November 22 2022 Meeting Brian Jensen 2022-11-01 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

November 15 meeting

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November 15, 2022 Meeting Report

Our Peace Pole project was dedicated at Two Rivers High School, a combined "Fifth Tuesday" event and holiday party is happening November 29th, plus lots more news from the Club.
November 15 meeting Brian Jensen 2022-11-01 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

November 1 2022 meeting

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November 1, 2022 Meeting Report

The Club welcomes Tim Engh, principal of the Two Rivers High School, to learn more about the community of learning he has worked hard to grow there.
November 1 2022 meeting Brian Jensen 2022-11-01 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
October 25 2022 Meeting Brian Jensen 2022-10-18 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

October 18 2022 Meeting

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October 18, 2022 Meeting Report

Today's program featured Michael Etheridge from The Haven, a shelter that helps homeless men of Manitowoc County to get back on their feet again.
October 18 2022 Meeting Brian Jensen 2022-10-18 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
October 4 2022 Meeting Brian Jensen 2022-10-04 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
Fifth Tuesday Steak Out 2022 Todd Nilson 2022-09-30 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
September 20 2022 Meeting Brian Jensen 2022-09-20 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
August 16 Meeting Report Colleen Inman 2022-08-16 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
September 13 2022 Meeting Brian Jensen 2022-08-09 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

September 6 2022 Meeting

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September 6, 2022 Meeting Report

Jeff Dawson, director of the Lester Public Library, addressed Club members this morning on the topic of education at the library to recognize September's Rotary theme of basic education and literacy.
September 6 2022 Meeting Brian Jensen 2022-08-09 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

August 9 2022 Meeting Report

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August 9, 2022 Meeting Report

Mike Mathis, the new director of the City of Two Rivers Parks and Recreation department, shared his vision and plans for the department and his goal to transform the city's outdoor adventure culture.
 
August 9 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-08-09 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
August 2 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-08-02 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
July 26 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-07-26 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

July 12 2022 Meeting Report

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July 12, 2022 Meeting Report

Today's program speaker was Abby Abbet, director of Hope House of Manitowoc County. The organization helps families and individuals experiencing homelessness to achieve sustainable independence.
July 12 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-07-17 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
June 7 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-06-12 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

May 24 2022 Meeting Report

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May 24, 2022 Meeting Report

Our guest Jenny Schneider, social worker for Two Rivers Public Schools, shared the "Kids at Home" philosophy along with efforts to support children in need in our school district.
May 24 2022 Meeting Report 2022-05-24 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
May 17 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-05-22 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

May 10 2022 Meeting Report

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May 10, 2022 Meeting Report

Rotary International Districts 6220, 6250 and 6270, covering Rotary clubs in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and the majority of Wisconsin, combined their district conferences on April 29th in order to provide a lively, educational and fun-filled Rotary experience. Today's meeting featured Tales from Tricon 2022.
May 10 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-05-15 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
May 3 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-05-08 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
April 26 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-05-01 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
April 19 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-04-24 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
April 12 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-04-16 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

April 5 2022 Meeting Report

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April 5, 2022 Meeting Report

We hear about the "changing of the guard" from Ross Blaha to Andrew Sukowaty as the new director of the Water Utility at the City of Two Rivers and much more!
April 5 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-04-10 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
March 22 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-03-27 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
March 15 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-03-20 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

March 8 2022 Meeting Report

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March 8, 2022 Meeting Report

We hear from club president (2022-23) Michael Ditmer about the President Elect Training Seminar (PETS) in Chicago and much more!
March 8 2022 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-03-13 06:00:00Z 0
March 1 2022 meeting report Brian Jensen 2022-03-06 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings
January 25 2022 meeting report Brian Jensen 2022-01-28 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings

Guatemala Medical Resources Partnership Update

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Guatemala Medical Resources Partnership: A Wisconsin Rotary Project

Brian Jenson shared the following story about the results of our club’s ongoing support of the Guatemala Medical Resources Partnership (GMRP). To date, our Club has contributed talent and treasure through member service over many years and the direct contribution of $7,500 in funding. This outpouring of support certainly exemplifies the Rotary ideal as we apply this avenue of service in a very tangible manner.
Guatemala Medical Resources Partnership Update Brian Jensen 2022-01-27 06:00:00Z 1 Charity,Fundraising
Community Newsletter The Community Education Connection Diane Johnson 2022-01-26 06:00:00Z 0 volunteer opportunity
Volunteers Needed Two Rivers School District Diane Johnson 2022-01-26 06:00:00Z 0 volunteer opportunity
Update from Two Rivers School District Diane Johnson 2022-01-26 06:00:00Z 0 Two Rivers high School
January 11 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2022-01-14 06:00:00Z 0 Meetings

December 21 Meeting Report

December 21, 2021 Meeting Report

Read the latest meeting highlights, including our website primer and social media recommendations from Todd Nilson, information about the Holiday Club Social in January, and much more!
 
December 21 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2021-12-21 06:00:00Z 0

December 14 2021 Meeting Report

December 14, 2021 Meeting Report

Read the latest meeting highlights, including our introduction to MIT graduate Alan Chow, information about the Holiday Club Social in January, and much more!
 
December 14 2021 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2021-12-14 06:00:00Z 0

December 7 2021 Meeting Report

December 7, 2021 Meeting Report

Read the latest meeting highlights, including our introduction to Elizabeth Runge, the Community Development Director for the City of Two Rivers, updates about our annual dinner fundraiser, bell ringing, Adopt-a-Family and much more!
 
December 7 2021 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2021-12-10 06:00:00Z 0

November 23 Meeting Report

November 23, 2021 Meeting Report

 
Read the latest meeting highlights, including the Two Rivers High School community education survey, the Central Park West 365 Project Concept Plan, the Rose Sale recap and much more! 
November 23 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2021-11-23 06:00:00Z 0

November 2 2021 Meeting Report

November 2 2021 Meeting Report

Read about our newest member, hear about Brenda Koprowski's plans for an upcoming visit from the Sister City of Two Rivers in the Czech Republic and much more!
November 2 2021 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2021-11-02 05:00:00Z 0
October 26 2021 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2021-10-31 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
October 12 2021 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2021-10-17 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings

Meeting Venue Change (Updated!)

Meeting Venue Change

Update: Effective Tuesday, October 19th, we will return to the Hamilton Wood Type & Print Museum as our live meeting venue. Doors will open by 6:50 am. Online access to meetings will continue to be supported.
 
Effective Tuesday (September 14th),  we will be meeting at the Lighthouse Inn with doors opening by 6:50 am.  

 
Meeting Venue Change (Updated!) Brian Jensen 2021-10-17 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
September 21 2021 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2021-09-23 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
September 14 2021 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2021-09-19 05:00:00Z 0 Meetings
September 7 2021 Meeting Report Brian Jensen 2021-09-07 05:00:00Z 1

Leadership Corner

Gratitude for Betty Bittner

The Two Rivers Rotary Club has deep gratitude for the inspiring work of Betty Bittner, our president from 2019 to 2021. What she accomplished in two years as our leader was truly astonishing.
Leadership Corner 2021-08-03 05:00:00Z 0

Hybrid Meetings

Participate in Rotary In Person or Virtually

The Rotary Club of Two Rivers now meets both in-person and online. Our in-person meetings are being held on Tuesdays at the Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum, 1816 10th Street in Two Rivers. Meetings begin at 7 am and include beverages and a continental breakfast.
 
Hybrid Meetings 2021-06-22 05:00:00Z 0

June 1 2021 Meeting

June 1, 2021 Meeting Highlights

Our June meeting featured City of Two Rivers Water Utility Director Ross Blaha. Ross is celebrating 32 years at the helm and his birthday with us today! His charge is to monitor and maintain a safe water supply for the residents and businesses of Two Rivers.
June 1 2021 Meeting Brian Jensen 2021-06-04 05:00:00Z 0
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