Revitalizing middle school sports in Bloomington shows promise of programs
Soccer, wrestling or track and field — Bloomington middle school students have opportunities to represent their school through after-school sports. Valley View, Oak Grove and Olson middle schools recently brought back the opportunity to play for the Falcons, Cougars and Panthers, much to the delight not only of every sixth through eighth grader in Bloomington. […]
District Assembly – Education for Rotarian Leaders
Join your Fellow District 5950 Rotarians for the District Assembly—your annual boost of leadership energy, inspiration, and practical know-how. The program brings together Rotarians from across District 5950 for an engaging day of stories, strategies, and real‑world takeaways to help you thrive in your club leadership role. All Rotarians are encouraged to attend, with a […]
April 20th Preview: “Meet and Greet” – Join Us! 5:00 PM Hilton Olive Lounge
Our next meet-and-greet meeting is Monday, April 20, 2026. We gather at 5:00 PM at the Hilton on France Avenue and Hwy 494 in the Olive Lounge just outside the Chop House restaurant. We will continue these social evenings every third Monday throughout this Rotary year. Please join us this month. We encourage guests, and […]
April 13th Preview: “A Phoenix Named Hope: Making the Case for Optimism” Guest: William Farmer
Life has its ups and downs. A series of adverse events can drive one into a pessimistic mindset and depression. Modern psychology has developed simple tools to respond to adverse events to keep one from falling into depression and to help them become increasingly resilient. Bill Farmer has followed his interests throughout his life and […]
April 6th Preview: “Closet of Hope” Community Service Bloomington Covenant Church, 10150 Xerxes Ave So, 55431
Closet of Hope, located in Bloomington Covenant Church, is a free clothing store that is available for anyone in need who lives in Bloomington and Richfield (ID required, birth certificates for children). Their shelves and racks are filled with gently used clothing for all ages, footwear, coats, bedding, and towels. Closet of Hope opens its […]
March 30th Preview: “Vocational Visit to Schmitt Music” 7800 Picture Drive, Bloomington, 11:30 AM Start
Schmitt Music recently opened their flagship location in Bloomington, which also serves as their company headquarters. We will be getting a walkthrough of their new space at 7800 Pic-ture Drive in Bloomington (formerly the Lifetouch premises). We will have a buffet-style lunch and have a chance to learn more about this 126-year-old family business. We […]
State of the Schools – RSVP March 31st
Join us one week from today as we celebrate the achievements of Bloomington Public Schools at our annual State of the Schools. The School Board, Superintendent Dr. Eric Melbye and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Jenna Mitchler will lead an engaging morning focused on the powerful impact of community partnerships in education. See how our milestones build on the […]
March 23rd Preview: “How to Make a Bronze Statue” Guest: Mike Knudsen
Have you ever wondered how artists actually create the beautiful bronze statues that you see in museums, community gardens, or your church? Join us for a unique program and learn the complete process for sculpting a bronze statue from idea to finished product. Mike Knudsen is a working artist. His mother and grandmother were both […]
March 16th Preview: “Meet and Greet” Hilton Hotel Olive Lounge, 5:00 PM
Our next Meet and Greet meeting is Monday. We gather at 5:00 PM at the Hilton on France Avenue and Hwy 494 in the Olive Lounge just outside the Chop House Restaurant. Please join us this month. We encourage guests, and spouses are always invited to join at these meetings. There is no set charge […]
March 9th Preview: “Endurance Leadership” Guest: Tony Loyd
On April 29, 2025, Tony Loyd was diagnosed with lung cancer. As a non-smoking endurance athlete,the news was devastating. He knew he had to dig in and find his personal endurance. As a formerFortune 500 executive, he did what he has always done. He turned to the experts. Together with hispartner, he scoured peer-reviewed research […]