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You Can .......Become a Rotary Exchange Student High School students live abroad with Rotary families and attend high school. |
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What’s new in the Learning CenterCheck out these new courses in the Rotary International Learning Center: |
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What Rotary is DoingOur mission is to End Human Trafficking in communities in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and parts of Ontario (regions covered by Rotary Districts 5950,5960, and 5580). We will serve as facilitators and problem solvers, and provide forums for discussion. |
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Through the WASH in Schools Target Challenge, Rotary and UNICEF are recognizing Rotary clubs whose sustainable projects help children stay healthy and stay in school. Support clean water, better sanitation, and hygiene education in schools, and let Rotary know how you’re making a difference. Visit rotary.org/WINS for more information. |
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The charitable season kicks off 3 December with Giving Tuesday, an online movement that celebrates and encourages giving to make the world a better place. This year, make The Rotary Foundation your charity of choice. A donation to the Foundation helps build sustainable communities around the world. |
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 We have our first Rotary Mentor Meetup event coming up Wednesday, November 13 from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Summit Brewing Company. |
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Welcome Dayle Quigley Hayward Area Rotary Club 2022-23 District 5960 Governor |
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Plan on joining us at Mystic Lake Event Center, Prior Lake, MN. Keynote Speaker Announcement! |
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How can you triple your impact? Thanks to a 2-to-1 match from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, every donation made to Rotary to end polio will be tripled. |
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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! Great events to CELEBRATE Rotary Foundation Month this November |
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SESSION FULL 2019-20 Connected by Our Rotary Stories “Joining Rotary was one of the best decisions I ever made!” People around the world express this opinion every day. Explore the “Stories” of Rotary in a conversation at (one of) this year’s District 5960 One Rotary Summit(s). |
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TAKING ACTION TO PREVENT HUMAN SEX TRAFFICKING: Learn what you can do to increase the safety of our children! The Edina Rotary invites you to join them on September 19th, 11:30-1:30 p.m. at a weekly meeting that will start early as they present a workshop on Human Sex Trafficking Prevention. |
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Only two countries remain in our efforts to eradicate the virus, and you can help. By Charles Adams Cogan and Tim Mulcrone AUGUST 29, 2019 — 5:40PM  Health workers administered a polio vaccine to a child in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, in 2014. On Aug. 21, we turned on our computers to learn of great news from Africa. Nigeria, the last country on that continent to report cases of the wild poliovirus, had not reported a case in three years. |
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Only two countries remain in our efforts to eradicate the virus, and you can help. By Charles Adams Cogan and Tim Mulcrone http://www.startribune.com/good-news-africa-hasn-t-reported-a-case-of-polio-in-three-years/558737222/ On Aug. 21, we turned on our computers to learn of great news from Africa. Nigeria, the last country on that continent to report cases of the wild poliovirus, had not reported a case in three years. |
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NOMINATEOUR NEXT DGNDDGND = District Governor Nominee Designate To serve as our leader in the 2022/23 Rotary year Rotary International District 5960 is now calling for nominations for the office of District Governor for the Rotary year 2022-2023. |
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Join South Metro Networking - a new Rotaract club in Rotary District 5960 - as we kick off the fall with our official Chartering Ceremony. It's the perfect time for Rotarians across the district to network with the newest Rotary family as they become members of the new South Metro Networking Rotaract Club for young professionals. |
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"It doesn't feel right to focus all my energies after the fact, after the harm has occurred." Noelle Volin |
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Join Us on Friday, August 9Rotary Day at Canterbury ParkTicket Cost: $10.00 per person (See your Club President for tickets) 100% of ticket sales benefit PolioPlus |
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 We are excited to announce the reinstatement of District Training Assemblies to the roster of other District Training programs: |
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Welcome to the 2019-2020 Rotary year!  How does DG Paul Perez plan on connecting this Rotary year, and what are some opportunities for you to connect? Here more from him directly in this video message! |
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Hundreds of Rotarians Are Needed Friday, August 30, 2019 Show your Rotary pride and meet new Rotary friends at the Minnesota State Fair! |
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 Greetings Fellow Rotarians, The Rotary calendar is fast approaching to July 1st and my time as your District Governor is waning. I want you to know that this year was filled with new friends, endless adventures, family, stress, work and best of all - FUN! |
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Rotary offers a multitude of opportunities to connect with people in your club, your district, and elsewhere in the world who share your hobbies or interests. |
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Membership VisionProgress ReportJune 20192,774 MembersBuild camaraderie in your club to attract young professionals, create interest groups such as biking, hiking, sailing, or environmental sustainability, that appeals to younger Rotarians. |
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 with Margie Horning, Stillwater Sunrise Rotary and District 5960 District Grants Team Leader. |
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 "The Four-Way Test is one of Rotary’s central principles. It is of special interest in the current day, when truth — or, more precisely, truthfulness — seems to be losing its prestige in public life." —Joseph Epstein https://on.rotary.org/30vTgyn |
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.jpeg) Kyle Haugen, Newell Krogmann, Mike Becker, Paul Perez At this year’s Conference of Clubs, PDG Newell Krogmann received a rare honor. He was selected to receive Rotary International’s Service Above Self award. |
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 “3000 x 2020”…we can do this together! |
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 ADVANCED GLOBAL GRANT SEMINAR Tuesday, May 21, 2019 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Rotary District 5960 1700 West Hwy 36 9th Floor Conference Room A CLICK HERE for Registration |
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 Calling all Rotarians in District 5960! They say a picture is worth a thousand words: The District 5960 Public Image team agrees and is kicking off a People of Action Photo Contest to prove it. |
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District 5960 Pin and Banner Contest  Announcing a new fun contest for Rotary 5960. It was found that we are finally running out of pins and banners for the district and this is an opportunity to make a change! If you are creative and ingenious, then this is for you. |
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 Khou Yang - Coon Rapids Rotary Club I have never heard of Rotary before until this past April, 2018, at social function in Anoka. After a few searches online, I decided to give a chance to the Coon Rapids Rotary and officially became a member in May of 2018. As I listened and interacted with the Coon Rapids Rotary, Read More in the January 2019 Newsletter |
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 This year’s annual report includes:
Read more about Rotary’s accomplishments during 2017-18 at rotary.org/annualreport. |
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 Ambele presenting at the Edinburgh District Conference October 2018 Ambele Mwamelo is currently attending the University of Edinburgh as a Rotary District 5960 Global Fellow as a Master of Public Health (MPH) Candidate. Ambele is currently working with one of her professors on organizing an exhibition to engage the community and school children on global health matters. |
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7 tips for creating compelling social media content  Sharing stories that show Rotarians as People of Action on social media is an easy and effective way to amplify your club’s success to the world and build awareness and understanding of what we do. |
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 Please welcome Kenneth "Kenny" Klooster of the Greater Mankato Rotary Club as District 5960's District Governor Nominee Designate for 2021-2022. |
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ANNOUNCEMENTGroup Cultural Exchange Spring 2019 with District 1860 in Germany  This will be approximately a two-week trip. The outbound team to Germany will travel the end of May (21st-31st). |
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Announcing the 2018-19 Awards Program  2018-2019 District Awards Brochure and Criteria |
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SAVE THE DATESaturday, Jan 12, 2019Rotary District 5960 Mid-Term Location: Hamline University, Anderson Center Time: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Cost: Free Event Click Here for Registration(Lunch Included)  Special Guest Speaker Geoff Cochran Rotary International Club/District Support. How are you going to answer the question What is Rotary? Plan to Attend Mid-Term. You can answer the question with your fellow Rotarains. |
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Join Us! Black Nativity |
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Are you a Proud |
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 (Photo information below) This past weekend fourteen of District 5960 Past District Governors and two of our future District Governors, spouses and guests joined 2018-19 District Governor Mike Becker and his spouse Nancy Becker at the Lillydale Yacht and Pool Club for dinner and fellowship. |
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Little Free Library founder dies, leaving a legacy of helping cities 'one book at a time' Story by Jenna Ross Star Tribune - Oct 18, 2018  Todd Bol helped Eddye Watkins erect a Little Free Library on her yard in Minneapolis in October 2013. Rotarian's grieve the loss of Hudson Rotarian, Todd Bol, a champion Rotarian, creator of the Little Free Library. Todd passed away to pancreatic cancer on Thursday, Oct 18, 2018. The Star Tribune published a nice tribute to Todd, http://www.startribune.com/little-free-library-founder-dies-leaving-a-legacy-of-helping-cities-one-book-at-a-time/497938831/ |
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Join Us!ARC Social/Tap Room TourPostponed to Spring 2019Oct 10, 2018 Turning Waters - Back Alley Brewing Co., Wabasha |
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JOIN US!TUESDAY, June 25, 2019  Please join us for the installation of Paul Perez 2019-20 Governor Rotary Intl District 5960 |
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Rotary District 5960 Presents How to Talk Across Our Differences Thursday, Oct 18, 2018 3 Locations Please join us for the Better Angels Skills Workshop to:
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 Starting in August, TRF will start notifying Paul Harris Society members when they've reached $1,000 in giving for the Rotary year. Theses notifications will be sent electronically to PHS donors, with the intent to make it easier for them to track their giving. |
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USE THE PEOPLE OF ACTION CAMPAIGN TO TELL ROTARY’S STORY  When someone asks you about Rotary, how do you respond? Our new People of Action public image campaign aims to help you answer that question quickly and effectively. |
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 Districts 5950 and 5960 are hosting a Rotary Race Day Live horse racing, silent auction, kid’s activities, and cards! |
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 Why Rotary? Ed Marek, DG 2020-21, will lead us in conversation at this year’s District 5960 One Rotary Summit. Sessions will be held Thursday, Sept 13 at Vanelli’s in Forest Lake and Tuesday, Sept 18 at the United Methodist Church in Northfield. |
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Ethics TeamApril, 2018 Updates New Resources AvailableFour-Way Test What separates Rotary from other clubs and service organizations? It's the Rotary Four-Way Test! The Ethics team has a new video available to help you elevate the Four-Way Test in your community. |
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Opportunity International and Rotary District 5960 present: AN EVENING WITH BOB LUPTON Author of Toxic Charity Wednesday, June 27, 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm CLICK HERE for more information CLICK HERE for registration |
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JOIN US! June 12, 2018 DG Mike Becker Installation Cost $40 per person  |
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 The North Star Youth Exchange encompasses Rotary Districts 5950 and 5960 in southern Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. |
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 RI President-elect Barry Rassin laid out his vision for the future of the organization on Sunday, calling on leaders to work for a sustainable future and to inspire Rotarians and the community at large. |
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 Rotary Foundation global grants will soon require community assessments Starting 1 July 2018, any club or district that applies for a global grant to support a humanitarian project or a vocational training team will be required to include community assessment results in their application. Whether or not you apply for a Foundation grant, a community assessment will guide the planning and implementation of any project, small or large, to make sure it succeeds and makes the maximum impact. Take advantage of the Rotary assets below to help with assessments: |
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The 2016-17 Rotary International Annual Report is now available. Check out the NEW digital Edition. Read More |
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New year, new connections - engaging with prospective members |
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 Mid-Term Rally Saturday, January 13, 2018 8:00am – 2:30pm Free Event including Lunch! Join us for a morning that re-energizes you with innovative ideas, as we enjoy the fellowship and networking of fellow Rotarians and a special New Member Recognition. Registration & More Information. |
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 As the newly selected District Governor Nominee Designate, I wanted to take this first opportunity to introduce myself. Read More |
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 Rotary International has created a new Group Cultural Exchange (GCE). This is a hybrid between the traditional Group Study Exchange and Rotary Friendship Exchange, and is open to Rotarians and Non-Rotarians! Read More |
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 On 5 December 2017, at 1:00PM CST Rotary International’s Risk Management Team will be hosting a live informational webinar that will inform interested Rotarians about the U.S. Rotary Clubs & Districts Liability Insurance Program (“Program”) and how it relates to events your club is planning. |
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 The Faribault Rotary Club dedicated Buddy Benches at all of Faribault’s elementary schools Wednesday. |
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 Hello District 5960 Rotarians. Since being nominated to serve as your District 5960 Governor for 2018-2019, I have had the opportunity to begin traveling throughout the district to visit clubs. As a member of the Club Visioning for years, I had that same opportunity to see clubs and their accomplishments and achievements. Read More |
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White Bear Lake Rotarian Ann Frisch  Peace. On the surface it seems likes such a simple concept. But if you ask Ann Frisch, you'll quickly learn that there is a lot more to peace than meets the eye. Read More |
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 Are you looking for tips to attract and engage members? |
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Copied from The Faribault Rotary Club Newsletter
Pictured are Keith Kramer, Foundation chair, members Cate Grinney, Carmen Dorr, Dr. Dick Huston, Bart Jackson and president Troy Dunn.
The Faribault Rotary Club has recognized four members as Paul Harris Fellows. Rotary members achieve this distinction each time they have given $1000. |
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 Where are we in the fight to end polio? What are our successes and challenges? Find out during a live event on October 24 @ 4:30pm CST - World Polio Day. Endpolio.org |
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Read More in the District 5960 September Newsletter |
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The eight Rotary clubs in and around La Crosse, Wisconsin, USA, have created a shared orientation program for new members made up of six sessions every other month. The Rotarians also maintain low walls between  clubs, doing a lot of activities together. The approach has helped each club grow and thrive, serving their communities with vigor. |
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The Rotary Foundation and clubs along the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana, USA, are collecting emergency relief funds to help flood victims of Hurricane Harvey, which slammed into southeast Texas over the weekend. A  Gulf Coast Disaster Relief Donor Advised Fund has been established. Here’s how you can contribute. |
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The new and improved Rotary Club Central is here. It's now faster, easier to navigate, and presents past and current club data in a more accessible way. Additional features include: |
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2017-2018 One Rotary Summit (ORS) Training
Gain additional leadership skills. Discover ideas to share with your Rotary Club. Prepare to take action. |
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 Rotary District 5960 introduces Club Awards program for 2017 - 2018! |
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 8th annual Lakefront Music Fest featuring The Fray on July 14th and Billy Currington on July 15th! |
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The Rochester Risers Rotary Club recently held their third club visioning event on May 31st, 2017. |
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 Marv Schrader was recently honored as a Major Donor to the Rotary Paul Harris Foundation. Marv, a long time member of the Faribault Rotary Club was recognized because he has given more than $10,000 during his years of membership. |
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Greetings from TC Rotaract!
We are striving as a club to connect Rotary and Rotarians with Rotaractor and Rotaract Clubs. As part of this we want to share with you news and opportunities.
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DG Jim Hunt and DGN Mike Becker |
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Keyword Surveys Click Here for District 5960 |
Human Slavery has been identified as such a global issue that Rotary International has identified this as one of the next global initiatives to solve as we get close to celebrating the end of polio.
Ann Frisch, White Bear Lake Rotary, honored for 2017 Rotary People of Action: Champions of Peace Award. Ann is very well deserving of this award, and was selected on International Peace Day. 
