MEET THE 2027-28 RI PRESIDENT
Attend the Minneapolis City of Lakes Rotary Meeting
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 7:30 a.m.; Doors Open at 7:00 a.m.
Minneapolis Club, 729 2nd Ave S., Minneapolis, MN 55402
Together We....
These are very strong "watch words" to help us build strength from within our Club out into the Community.
Are you looking for a way to serve your community?
If you are, we invite you to be our guest. Please join us at Edina Morningside Rotary Club where you will find a group of people just like you .. together we unite for the good of the community.
Please join us! You can help us do good in our community, in our region, in our nation and around the world.
President Mike Andersen
We are vibrant, civic-minded business, professional and community leaders who gather for fellowship, fun, career development, and the opportunity to serve locally, regionally and internationally. We teach, we lead, and we transfer what we do onto others.
Edina Morningside Rotary Club #26855
Tuesday mornings from 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Edina Morningside Rotary Club meets at Edina Country Club.
5101 Wooddale Avenue, Edina MN 55424
Contact us:612-270-9887, edinamorningsiderotary@gmail.com
PLEASE JOIN US for our next meeting!
Tuesday, January 13th, 7:30 a.m., at Helping Paws
The address is 6569 City West Pkwy, Eden Prairie 55344
A light breakfast will be served
NEW MEMBER PROPOSAL
Christian Bartlett
Christian Bartlett is a personal banker Old National Bank in Eden Prairie, MN.
On his LinkedIn page, Christian describes himself as: Relationship Banker | Supporting Minnesota Individuals & Businesses | Personal Trainer | Sports Journalist. Christian became interested in Rotary and began attending meetings of Edina Morningside Rotary Club in December, 2026. In a few weeks, Christian determined that Edina Morningside Rotary Club would be his Rotary home. He continues to attend meetings and other club events. His application for membership was approved by the board. Christian's Linked In page is www.linkedin.com/in/christian-bartlett1.
Christian's membership sponsor is Jim Bizal.
For information about Rotary membership, please contact Nathon Park or Peter Williams, Membership Committee Directors for Edina Morningside Rotary Club.
Jan 13th, 7:30 a.m. OFF SITE AT Helping Paws. 6569 City West Parkway, Eden Prairie 55344
Jan 20th, 7:30 a.m. at Edina Country Club: Speaker Katy Burke with Team Women. Social Committee meeting immediately following.
Jan 27th, 7:30 a.m. at Edina Country Club: Speaker Dr. Patrick Warfield, Director, U/Minnesota School of Music
ROTARINGO!
Friday, February 6th, 6:00 p.m.
Bloomington Event Center, 1114 American Blvd West, Bloomington
Join the Rotary Club of Edina Morningside for an evening of fun and giving! Every ticket purchased supports three amazing local charities making a real difference in our community.
CHECK EVENTS CALENDAR FOR DETAIL
Friday, January 16th, 7:30 a.m., Sunrise Business Breakfast | Edina Country Club [Community Partner Event]
Thursday, January 22nd, 6:00 .m., Vintage Vail Social | The Westin Edina Galleria [Community Partner Event]
Wednesday, January 28th, 11:00 a.m., Women's Progressive Luncheon | Green Acres Event Center [Community Partner Event]
Thursday, Jan 29th, 5:30 p.m., Edina Education Fund Cake-Off, Church of St. Patrick Mahon Center [Community Partner Event]
Friday, Feb 6th,6:00 p.m., Rotaringo, Bloomington Event Center. [Club Fund Raiser]
Wednesday, Feb 11th, 7:30 a.m., Minneapolis City of Lakes Rotary Meeting; Meet 2027-2028 RI President Larry Lunsford
Thanks to all who volunteered to Ring the Bell and Jerry's Foods!
Between both Edina Rotary and Edina Morningside Rotary, nearly $4,500 was raised!
Thanks to volunteers John Sorteberg, Steve May, Tom/Catherine Gump, Paul/Annette Nelson, Steve/Liisa Schmitt, Bob Laue, Judy Gelston.
Deepen your Rotary involvement - join a committee.
Find the committee that matches your interest. Please contact the committee chair for information.
Find the committee that matches your interest. Please contact the committee chair for information.
- Membership, Erica Stern, Director
- Community Service, Sadia Ali and Steve Schmitt, Directors
- Vocational Service, Don Archibeque and Sophia Pham, Chairs
- International Service, Jeremy Newhouse, Chair
- Programs, Jay Brown and Betsy Kumagai, Chairs
- Foundation Fundraising, Norm Siekman, TRF Chair
- Social/Club Service, Mike Andersen, Chair
- Publicity, Mary Brindle, Chair
- Website/Social Media, John Pastor, Chair
Thank you for your dedication to Rotary!
PROMOTE ROTARY WITH YOUR OWN APPAREL FROM LANDS END BUSINESS
Looking for Rotary-branded apparel for yourself? Or a gift for someone?
Visit the EMROTARY online store.
Check out the pullovers, zip ups, vests and more.
There is no minimum purchase for Lands End brand. Minimums may apply for other brands such as Adidas, Nike, North Face and TravisMathew. If your order includes these special brands, you might consider a group order with your Rotary friends.
DONT FORGET TO APPLY THE LOGO!!
DONT FORGET TO APPLY THE LOGO!!
When placing your order, remember to click APPLY LOGO and choose the location for the embroidered logo (left side, right side, back).
If you have questions or suggestions, please contact club admin Mary Brindle.
Thank you to all recent speakers who have taken the time to share their stories with Edina Morningside Rotary Club!
Off Site Meeting at Helping Paws on January 13th
Salvation Army Bell Ringing at Jerry's Foods Dec 20th and 23rd:
SERVICE PROJECT AT VEAP on December 9th:
Rob Laughlin - our presented on December 2nd!
Thanksgiving Baskets, November 26th! Steve May, Dave Wendt and Gabriel!
Join Joe and Kelly Kirk as they embark on a weekly radio program focused on Rotary service!
Look for their podcast under the name Searching for Service.
We invite all EMRC members and friends to sponsor our club website.
You pay just $5 per quarter.
Include your company logo on our club website and we will link the logo to your website.
