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The International Rotary Convention Experience
When I first started with Rotary about a year and a half ago, some Rotarians were just returning from the Internation Rotary Convention, IRC, in Atlanta.  This was probably one of the best ways to experience Rotary in the beginning becuase of the passion I some my fellow Rotarians come back with. 
 
Today we have one of our own Rotarians, Lisa Franxman, giving her experience and point of view from the IRC.  It will be wonderful to hear what is happening around the world in Rotary and to also spark a little inspiration.
Ramble Jam Committee Update
By now the words of Ramble Jam is deep engrained in everyone's brain.  Besides these words being deeply embedded in our minds is the time to join us at the committee meeting if you have not joined at this time.  Going to at least one of the meetings will give you a view of the inner workings of how this amazing festival is coming together.  Please make sure to come to next Wednesday's meeting from 8:30 to 9:30 at City Hall.
 
For those that didn't make it last week, here are the highlights:
1. We are close to 1,200 Ramble Jammers that have purchased either General Admission or VIP tickets - there has been a slight drop off in purchases so make sure to keep spreading the good word.
2. We are now up to 7 food and non-food vendors - unfortunately the popcorn vendor had to bow out but we have Amanda reaching out to the Farmington Crossfit business to see if we can get them out there to have some cowboys show off their stuff.
2. Raffle Tickets are due back no later than September 4th - if you are holding onto any tickets, get them out of your possession and into your family and friends hands for a chance to win some amazing prizes
3. Rotarians to date have sold $6060 in Raffle Tickets - we have a lot of work to do to beat last year.  It is a lofty goal with less than a week to go but I know we can do it!
4. The IVolunteer site is/will be available shortly for Rotarians to send out to people that you want to be in your area - the main public sign up is coming as well - there has been a hold up with one of the volunteer groups and Lori is diligently kicking them in the butt :)
5. There will not be a community shuttle this year - with Uber/Lyft/Taxi's there did not seem to be a need for the shuttle
 
Having fun with Rotary
Enjoy your Rotary friends while having fun and doing good in the world. Check out the following opportunities:
 
  • 50th Anniversary of Dakota County Library's
    • Open House - Dakota County Library in Farmington
    • Wednesday April 10th from 3pm - 5pm
    • Beginning with the Farmington and Hastings library locations in 1969 and expanding to nine locations in 2019, we're proud to serve our residents and celebrate 50 years as part of the Dakota County community.
      Enjoy music from the Farmington High School band and choir, and a slideshow.  Share memories of the Library throughout the years, and record some of them with the help of our traveling poet, too.  Light refreshments will be served.
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  • 2019 Rotary District 5960 Confrence of Clubs
    • April 11th and 12th
    • Early Bird pricing ends on March 11th
    • Speakers include Dr. Robert Veninga, Patty Wetterling and the Young Voices of Rotary
  • The Ultimate Hike
    • Come Get Your Sing On for CureSearch on Saturday, April 13th from 7-10PM at Celt's Pub, Farmington

      $20 admission includes keg beer and karaoke. There will be a silent auction, wine wall and liquor cooler drawing.

      With your $20 advanced ticket purchase you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $100 Bourbon Butcher gift card (need not be present to win). Tickets can also be purchased the night of the event. 

      All proceeds will go to Team Anytime Fitness Farmington's CureSearch Ultimate Hike Team. On August 24th, we are hiking 25.5 miles in one day along the challenging Superior Trail to raise funds to end pediatric cancer.

 
 
Meeting hosts
A reminder to check the meeting host schedule in the sidebar of The Source to learn when you are scheduled to serve. Each Rotarian serves as a meeting host one month of the year and is responsible for working with your co-host(s) to do the following:
  • Schedule speakers for your month
  • Arrive early to set up
  • Give the meal count to the kitchen
  • Stay late to take down
Please review the meeting host responsibilities for complete details. Contact Janie if you have questions or a conflict with the month you are assigned.
 
Thank you Don, Jenna and Larry for being great meeting hosts for March.  Jay, Tom and Wendy ... The previous 3 amigos did a fantastic job... it is now your turn to keep the momentum going.
     

    Calendar of Events

    Weekly club meetings
    Thursdays, 12 noon, Celt's Pub, Farmington

    August 16th - Club Assembly and Classifications
    August 23rd - Trysh Olson - Wings Financial Credit Union
    August 30th - ??? 

    Ramble Jam committee meeting
    Every Wed. until Ramble Jam
    8:30 a.m. at Farmington City Hall

    Farmington Rotary Club board meeting
    Tues., August 21
    Noon at Bourbon Butcher, Farmington

    Meeting hosts schedule
    July: Nate & Janie

    Aug: Corey & Melissa
    Sept: Shannon & Amanda
    Oct: Linda & Lisa
    Nov: Dana, Rachelle & John
    Dec: Sara, Lori & TJ
    Jan: Leshia, Ann & Krysia
    Feb: Barb & David
    Mar: Don, Jenna & Larry
    Apr: Jay, Tom & Wendy
    May: Annie, Kyle A. & Kyle H.
    June: Jamie & Steve

    2018 Club Awards

    Russell Hampton
    National Awards Services Inc.
    ClubRunner