August 25th Preview: “Update on Tanzania Grant with Edina Morningside Rotary” Guest: Rotarian Norman Siekman
Iringa Hope has had an ongoing partnership with the University of Iringa. Norm Siekman has given guest lectures at the University, Professors have used the Iringa Hope conference rooms for their seminars, and Iringa Hope has hosted interns from the University. The Dean of the Law Faculty approached Norm to discuss the need for smart […]
August 18th Preview: “Meet and Greet” Hilton Hotel, Olive Lounge, 5:00 PM
Our next Meet and Greet meeting is Monday, August 28, 2025. 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 […]
August 11th Preview: “How You Can Help at NCC” Guests: Beena Cook and Dr. Megan Shakow
Today’s program will introduce you to the many ways that you can get involved volunteering at Normandale Community College. Our guests are planning to briefly discuss the Academic Support Centers—who they are and what they do. Then, we are going to briefly discuss how the rotary members can be involved and/or support the work we […]
August 4th Preview: “Community Service at Cornerstone” Cornerstone Building, Noon to 2:00
On Monday, August 4th, we are helping at Cornerstone to clean up the outdoor space at their main facility from Noon until 2:00PM. Cornerstone Advocacy Service, 1000 East 80th Street, Bloomington, 55420. Plan on bringing your gardening gloves and water bottle. Cornerstone will provide tools and yard bags. Don Stiles is coordinating the project. Email […]
July 28th Preview: “Onward” Eden Prairie Guest: Tricia Wright
The importance of a safe home: Onward provides transitional housing and support to young adults experiencing homelessness or housing instability. In this presentation, Executive Director Tricia Wright will share how Onward was founded, its unique approach, and stories of resilience from the young people it serves. Attendees will gain insight into the impact of stable […]
July 21st Preview: “Meet and Greet” Hilton Olive Lounge 5:00PM
Our Meet and Greet gatherings are moving to Mondays. Our next one is on Monday, July 21, at the Hilton Olive Lounge at 5:00 PM. All are welcome. Please join us this month. We encourage guests, and always spouses or special friends are invited to join at these meetings. There is no set charge for […]
July 14th Preview: “Aavishkaar Update” Rotarian Sandhya Gupta
Sandhya Gupta is a STEM education advocate and the founder of Aavishkaar, an organization dedicated to delivering high-quality STEM education to underserved communities throughout India and beyond and empowering educators to build communities of possibility and equality. With Aavishkaar, Sandhya aims to close gaps in academic achievement and help all children, especially girls, gain the […]
July 7th Preview: “Community Service at VEAP” New Hours
We are starting our community service this Rotary year with one more session at VEAP. Don Stiles is arranging various opportunities for us throughout the year. We have scheduled this meeting for MONDAY, July 7th. Please email Don if you are able to volunteer for any of the time between 11:15 AM and 2:30 PM. […]
June 30th Preview: “End of Year Banquet” Host: Past President Laura Schultz
Join your fellow Rotarians to celebrate the successes that we have had over the past year. We will learn who our Rotarian of the Year is as well as if we had a new Rotarian qualify for New Rotarian of the Year. Our year end banquet provides time to thank all who have contributed in […]
June 23rd Preview: “Housing in Action” Guest: Temi Ogunrinde
Housing in Action is leading the fight for housing justice by creating dignified, affordable rental and homeownership opportunities. Through advocacy and community engagement, they are co-creating trusting relationships and strong communities that have the power to transformneighborhoods. Temi Ogunrinde is the Equity and Engagement Director at Housing in Action (formerly Urban Homeworks). Temi works on […]