Rick Adams: A new Rotary Club in Fort Liberte, Haiti was chartered recently, a dream of Rick Bricker that finally came to fruition after 6 years of encouragement, building relationships, and planning.
The Easter Bunny needs our help! Join us at the Easter Egg Hunt: April 8th, Gregory Park Warming House. Volunteer 8-10am. Sign up: Register Online
Congratulations to our Service Above Self Award Winners:
January: Kelly Bevans - City of Brainerd Council President, Owner Kelly's Service
February: Anne Jacobsen - Volunteer, Breath of Life
March: Kevin Pelkey - Executive Director of Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity
Welcome New Members: Steve Warren and Aaron Peterson. Sponsors: Keving Thesing and Jeff Torfin.
We've been so fortunate to have our Rotary Youth Exchange Student, Albert from Denmark, here for a full year. He is on a personal aircraft with Rotarian Brett Anderson for an aerial view of the BLA.
Welcome New Members: Bob and Nita Gross. Sponsor: Paul Cibuzar
Rotary Youth Leadership Award
Do you have a child entering their Junior or Senior year in 2023-2024? Consider sending them to RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards). Our Club sponsors at least 2 students to attend. RYLA this year is scheduled for July 9-15 in Crookston, MN. Camper fees are due April 30th. For more info click below.
You are invited to visit us at an upcoming meeting.
Brainerd Rotary Club meets on Tuesdays at 12pm at the Northland Arboretum (lower level) - 14250 Conservation Dr, Baxter, MN 56425
Our club members are dedicated people who share a passion for community service and friendship. Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group who share your drive to give back. Join us here for updates, announcements, and stories.
Thanks to Bob Nystrom who is our new Speaker Coordinator. If you have an idea, contact him at robertnystrom5@gmail.com.
Registration NOW OPEN For District Conference
Going to the Annual District Conference is a great way to get to know more about Rotary. Hear from other clubs, attend breakout sessions, and meet fellow Rotarians in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and Canada! This year is a one-day conference at Madden’s on April 29th, 10am-4pm.
More info:
Imagine! 2023 is the first-ever Tri-District Conference for Rotarians and Rotaractors from International Districts 5580, 5950, and 5960. Pack your bags and get ready for an engaging weekend filled with education, camaraderie, celebration, inspiration, personal growth, and fun!
By participating in this one-of-a-kind event, your club will be measurably stronger, healthier, and happier in the year to come. Your ticket gives you full access to the entire conference, and guests are invited to fully participate.
Albert Raahauge is from Denmark and is getting acclimated to school and our area. If you’d like to be more involved in our youth exchange program and willing to join our Youth Exchange committee, please contact Jesse Hopkins at 218-515-0821 or jesse.hopkins@hhrarchitecture.com or jesse.david.hopkins@gmail.com.
Rotary International Convention:
May 27-31, 2023, Melbourne, Australia.
Brainerd Club Board
Meeting occurs at 11am on the Third Tuesday of the month at The Northland Arboretum. Anyone can attend.
Brainerd Foundation Board
Anyone is welcome to join the meeting at 11am on the second Tuesday of the month at The Northland Arboretum. More information on Foundation Grants, grant process, grant applications at https://www.brainerdrotary.org/page/brainerd-rotary-foundation.
Social Media and PR
Please take and share photos of current rotary club events. Share with Allie Verchota allie.verchota@deerwoodbank.com or Brian Andrews executivedirector@larjp.org so we can keep our website and social media platforms current. Thank you!
.png)
