I am enthused and encouraged by your embrace of mental health initiatives throughout the Rotary world. More than 1,000 of you have responded so far to an ongoing survey by the Rotary Action Group on Mental Health Initiatives, offering your feedback on what Rotary can do to improve the personal well-being of members.
The Rotary International Board of Directors recently awarded four Zone 29 districts the right to jointly host the 2029 Rotary International Convention, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA! The announcement was made to the general public on Monday, February 5, 2024 at a press conference given by Minnesota Governor Tim Waltz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, Bloomington Mayor Tim Busse, and Rotary International Vice President Pat Merrywather-Arges.
“Sharing Hope / Protecting the Environment / Prioritizing Mental Health”
CREATE HOPE IN THE WORLD
RAMADA BY WYNDHAM, FARGO, ND
WHAT: The Rotary International 2023-24 Theme is Create Hope in the World. DG Dave Long wants our District Conference to focus on our mental well-being, sharing hope and protecting the environment. So come and explore Nature’s powerful benefits for our communities’ mental health and well-being and the ways Rotary can create hope for our planet and the people who live here through our international connections with the world around us.
With our Rotary District #5580 Conference coming to Fargo April 11-13, our Fargo Moorhead “Recital with a Cause” Committee invites you to join us in a District-wide ingathering for Polio Plus. Our District Executive and Finance Committee enthusiastically endorse the idea. They have chosen “Recital with a Cause” as their signature event for the 2024 Conference and have authorized a $25,000 Challenge Match. Click more for the story:
On Monday February 5 Rotary International announced that the 2029 International Convention would be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota. District 5580 isone of the sponsoring districts.
Attendees at the 3rd Rotary Convention in Duluth, Minnesota, USA, 6-9 August 1912. http://riconvention.org.
Two other International Conventions have been held in Minneapolis, the first in 1928 and the second in 1974.
It is time to think and plan for RYLA. That’s right - RYLA 2024 will be held July 14-20 in Crookston, MN.
Rotary International District 5580's RYLA Camp strives to help high school seniors identify, understand, and develop their personal leadership qualities. We help campers understand the fundamentals and challenges of being a leader and introduce and refine leadership skills.
For In-Person Attendance/Registration use Code: D5580LIVE
For Virtual Attendance/Registration use Code: D5580VIRTUAL
District 5580 Clubs pay a portion of PETS when submitting payment for their District dues. To ensure that no additional charges are incurred, use code D5580LIVE or D5580VIRTUAL during registration checkout.
February EcoChallenge: Make the Planet Your Valentine!
As concern for the environment reaches an all-time high, especially after last years scorching heat, here are six ways you can show some love to the planet this month:
1. Consider a meat-free dinner (or no beef at least), featuring local food, for that special meal with your loved one.
2. Consider the packaging on flowers and other gifts you might be sharing and do your best to avoid plastics and non-recyclable materials.
3. Switch off all your lights and other energy consuming devices and enjoy a candlelight dinner and evening with your family instead! Use the distraction-free environment to enjoy each other with conversation and other fun games. Turn down the heat and snuggle together under a blanket while you’re at it.
4. Plan out how you can re-wild your own outdoor spaces when spring arrives. Build a bird feeder or a bug hotel for helpful garden creatures.
5. Buy only palm oil-free treats this Valentines Day or those that use certified sustainable palm oil. Palm oil is used in 50% of packaged supermarket products but it has a very negative environmental impact when not produced sustainably.
6. Declare your love for the planet by writing your local politicians and news media, sharing your passion for the environment, and asking for help to protect it! Source: 6 ways to show your love for the planet this Valentine’s Day (countryliving.com)
WE CAN ONLY SHARE YOUR CLUB'S NEWS, IF WE KNOW ABOUT YOUR CLUB'S NEWS!
The number one thing most clubs want to know is what is happening around the District, but we can't help spread the word if we don't know what your club is up to.
Please submit a summary of your club events, news and projects to Renae Ronquist and Gloria Mink by the 10th of each month. We can include information in our Monday Minutes and in our newsletter.
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