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WELCOME TO EDINA  MORNINGSIDE ROTARY CLUB
 
 
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!
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
 
 
OUR NEXT MEETING
Tuesday, April 14th 7:30 a.m., at Edina Country Club.
Sherry Wells and David Yaki
 
Sherry and David are of the opinion that we, as Rotarians, are our own best kept secret.
 
They will speak about Fellowships in general (think Peace Fellowship, Global Scholarship) because we learned that most Rotarians do not know about them.. They will also talk about the first Rotary fellowship - embracing the language Esparanto - as well as Rotary Action Groups. 

UPCOMING MEETINGS

April 14th, at Edina Country Club: Speaker about the 2026 International Convention
April 21st, at Edina Country Club: Mameneh George, NAMI Minnesota
April 28th, at Edina Country Club: Jim Bizal, Belize
 
 
 
 

UPCOMING EVENTS

CHECK EVENTS CALENDAR FOR DETAIL
 
Monday, April 20th, 11:30 a.m., State of the Community, Braemar Golf Course. 6364 John Harris Dr, Edina. Register at EdinaMN.gov/SOTC
 
Saturday, April 25th, 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Highway Cleanup, Meet at Edina City Hall parking lot. Register here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0844ABA72FA6FB6-63325047-highway
 
Monday, April 20th, 11:30  a.m., State of the Community Address, Braemar Clubhouse. Info at EdinaMN.gov/SOTC
 
Monday, May 4th, 5:30 p.m. Rotary Vocational Happy Hour with Kelly Kirk, the Mezz at Lunds/Byerly's on France Ave.
 
Tuesday, May 5th, 4:00 Plant Sale Pick Up, St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 5421 France Ave, Edina

Friday, May 15th, 11:00 a.m., Youth Frontiers Leadership Luncheon at Hyatt Regency in downtown Minneapolis. Non Profit Partner
 
Tuesday, June 2nd, 5:30 p.m., Grooves & Foods at Centennial Lakes Park - Spinning Wheel Trilogy
 
Tuesday, June 9th, 5:30 p.m., Grooves & Foods at Centennial Lakes Park - Classic American Rockers
 
Tuesday, June 16th, 5:30 p.m., Grooves & Foods at Centennial Lakes Park - The Good, The Bad and the The Funky
 
Monday, June 22nd, 2026 Edina Morningside Rotary/Kennedy Golf Classic, Braemar Golf Club. 6364 John Harris Dr, Edina.
 
Tuesday, June 23rd, 5:30 p.m., Grooves & Foods at Centennial Lakes Park - From Barry - A Tribute to the Bee Gees
 
Monday, July 6th, 5:30 p.m. Rotary Vocational Happy Hour with Nikko Aries, the Mezz at Lunds/Byerly's on France Ave.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
WELCOME NEW MEMBER: TOM ALLENBURG AND KRISTA BIRD-WRIGHT
 
 
WELCOME TOM!
Tom Allenburg was inducted on Tuesday, March 31st 2026 as a member of Edina Morningside Rotary Club. Tom is retired from United Healthcare. He worked in Analytics & Consumer Engagement.
He is married to Edina Noon Rotary member Erica Allenburg who is a member of the Edina School Board and Edina Noon Rotary. 
Tom's Rotary sponsor is Betsy Kumagai.
 
WELCOME KRISTA!
Krista Bird Wright was inducted on Tuesday, March 31st 2026 as a member of Edina Morningside Rotary Club. Krista is Chief Revenue Officer with Higher Recruitment and is a creative problem solver and collaborator. 
Krista's Rotary sponsor is Tom Gump.
 
For information about Rotary Membership, please contact Nathon Park.
WELCOME NEW MEMBER: KRISTA BIRD WRIGHT
WELCOME NEW MEMBER: KRISTA BIRD WRIGHT
 
 
Krista Bird Wright was inducted on Tuesday, March 31st 2026 as a member of Edina Morningside Rotary Club. Krista is Chief Revenue Officer with Higher Recruitment and is a creative problem solver and collaborator. 
Her sponsor is Tom Gump.
 
For information about Rotary membership, contact Nathon Park.
SHOE SORT: GOOD IN THE HOOD
EDINA NOON ROTARY: Good in the Hood
April 22nd, Noon, at Good in the Hood, 15400 28th Avenue North, Plymouth; Park in the back
Edina Noon Rotary Community Service Project
 
HIGHWAY CLEANUP
HIGHWAY CLEANUP
Saturday, April 25, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m., Edina City Hall Parking Lot
Register Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0844ABA72FA6FB6-63325047-highway
 
We need at least 30 volunteers to make this clean up a success. Please sign up using the link below.
 
Hope to see you there. Bring you friends and family !!
2026 STATE OF THE COMMUNITY ADDRESS
2026 STATE OF THE COMMUNITY
Monday, April 30th, 11:30 am. Braemar Golf Course Clubhouse
 
Cost $35 includes lunch or attend for free without lunch
Registration requested for lunch at EdinaMN.gov/SOTC

Edina Mayor James B. Hovland and Edina Public Schools Superintendent Dan Bittman will present the 2026 State of the Community on Monday, April 20, highlighting key initiatives, partnerships and priorities shaping the community’s future.

The City’s premier event for the business community will be held at Braemar Golf Course, 6364 John Harris Drive. The program will be emceed by City Manager Scott Neal and is co-sponsored by the Rotary Club of Edina and the Edina Chamber of Commerce.

During the presentation, Hovland and Bittman will share updates on major City and school district initiatives, with a focus on community engagement and collaboration. Topics will include redevelopment and park projects, public safety, tree preservation and other issues impacting Edina. Bittman will also provide updates on district priorities and initiatives.

The event includes a luncheon and is open to the public. Cost is $35. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., with the program beginning at noon.

Register for the luncheon and select your preferred meal online at EdinaMN.gov/SOTC before Friday, April 3. After the registration deadline, reservations are firm and any available seats will be opened to those who would like to attend without eating lunch.

For more information, call the City of Edina’s Communications Department, 952-826-0359.

MAY VOCATIONAL HAPPY HOUR
MAY HAPPY HOUR: Monday May 4th, 5:30 at The Mezz at Lunds/Byerly's on France Avenue.
Rotary Happy Hours are the first Monday of the month.
 
May speaker will be EMRC co-member Kelly Kirk, Lakes Sotheby Real Estate.
 
"The Mezz" at Lunds & Byerlys is located at 7171 France Ave, Edina. Personal food and beverage choices are available to order and purchase.
SPRING PLANT SALE
2026 SPRING PLANT SALE
 
PICK UP YOUR ORDER
Tuesday, May 5th, 4:00-6:00 PM
 
St. Peter's Lutheran Church
5421 France Ave S, Edina, MN 55410
Questions? Want to Set Up Delivery for $25?

  
YOUTH FRONTIERS LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON
YOUTH FRONTIERS LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON
Friday, May 15, 11:00 a.m. at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Minneapolis
 
Rob Vischer, President of the University of St. Thomas, will lead a candid conversation on the intersection of character and influence and why integrity remains a leader's greatest asset.
GROOVES & FOODS 2026
GROOVES & FOODS 2026
June 2, 9, 16, 23: 5:30 p.m. at Centennial Lakes Park
June 2nd | Spinning Wheel Trilogy - Blood Sweat & Tears • Chicago • Tower of Power
June 9th | Classic American Rockers
June 16th | The Good The Bad & The Funky
June 23rd | From Barry – A Tribute to The Bee Gees
WELCOME NEW MEMBER: DAVID STIBBE
WELCOME NEW MEMBER: DAVID STIBBE
 
 
David Stibbe was inducted as a member of Edna Morningside Rotary Club on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026. David is Gifts Officer with People Incorporated. His classification is Non Profit, and his sponsor is Mike Andersen.
 
For information about Rotary membership, please contact Nathon Park.
 
NEW MEMBER PROSPECT: KAELEEN LAIRD
NEW MEMBER PROSPECT: KAELEEN LAIRD
 
Kaeleen Laird has been the Advancement Manager at the Pavek Museum of Electronic
Communication since May 2023.
 
In her role, she oversees fundraising, marketing, community outreach, and events. Before her time at the Pavek Museum, she worked at the Minnesota Chapters of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG MN) and
Secured Finance Network (SFNet), both in the 501 (c) (3) nonprofit sector, where she honed her nonprofit experience. Kaeleen graduated with a B.S. in Human Ecology from Kansas State University and moved to Minneapolis in 2017.

Prior to her time in the nonprofit sector, Kaeleen worked at IDS Executive Suites in downtown Minneapolis for 5 years - this is where she was introduced to Rotary! She attended her first Rotary meeting as a guest of her then boss, Melody Hach, who was the Rotary Club 9 President at the time.
 
Kaeleen's sponsor is Nina Larson Weber.
 
For information about Rotary membership, contact Nathon Park.
NEW MEMBER PROSECT: NIKKO ARIES
NEW MEMBER PROSPECT: Nikko Aries, Aries Painting & Finishes
 
After a decade in the painting industry—including nine years as a store manager at Sherwin-Williams—I founded Aries Painting and Finishes to bring expert product knowledge and exceptional service directly to homeowners and businesses. I believe every project deserves the right materials, applied with care and precision. Reliability and attention to detail aren’t just values—they’re how we earn our clients’ trust, one coat at a time.
 
Nikko's sponsor is Joe Kirk.
 
For information about Rotary membership, contact Nathon Park.
GREETINGS FROM NEPAL!
Greetings EMRC from Steve and Liisa Schmitt in Nepal!  
 
Click here to go to Steve an Liisa's stories during their adventures with the Peace Corps in Nepal.
 
 
 
We miss you all and continue to be your Rotary friends in service.
 
SUBSTACK LINK
 
 
HORNET CARES FUND
EDINA HORNET CARES FUND
 
 
Supporting our schools' families and staff during times of uncertainty - The Hornet Cares Fund provides direct support to Edina Public Schools' families and staff facing temporary hardship, helping ensure stability, dignity, and continued access to school and community resources. Together, we can bring much-needed help to our friends and neighbors who are in need.
 
Here is the link to the website and information explaining the fund. 
 
There are volunteer opportunities listed on their webpage as well as a link for giving financially.
 
 
GET INVOLVED! JOIN A COMMITTEE
Deepen your Rotary involvement - join a committee. 

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!
ROTARY APPAREL: ORDER YOUR OWN
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.
 
 
Click https://business.landsend.com/store/emrotary.
 
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!!
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.
RECENT PHOTOS
April 7th - thank you to our speaker Bill Neuendorf, City of Edina Community Development Manager, and to our fellow Rotarians from Edina Rotary.
 
 
 
March 31st meeting - Congratulations to all our grant recipients!
 
 
 
 
ROTARY PODCAST: SEARCHING FOR SERVICE
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.
 
Click here for information and to watch/listen to a program.
 
 
 
 
SPONSOR OUR WEBSITE!
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.
 
Contact Mary Brindle, Club Administrator, for details.
 
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Rotary Club of Edina Morningside
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Upcoming Speakers
Sherry Wells and David Yaki
Apr 14, 2026
Rotary Fellowships
Mamaneh George
Apr 14, 2026
NAMI Minnesota
Jim Bizal
Apr 21, 2026
Belize
Adam Irwin
May 05, 2026
Lessons from Coach
Cory Hanscum
May 19, 2026
Brand Articulate, formerly 3M Brand Management
Cristin Eaton
May 26, 2026
Kitchens of Hope
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Events
  • State of the Community
    BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE
    Apr. 20, 2026 11:30 a.m.
  • SHOE SORT: GOOD IN THE HOOD with Edina Noon Rotary
    Good in the Hood: park in back
    Apr. 22, 2026
    12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
  • HIGHWAY CLEANUP
    Edina City Hall
    Apr. 25, 2026
    7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
  • VOCATIONAL HAPPY HOUR
    Lunds/Byerly's
    May 04, 2026 5:30 p.m.
  • PLANT SALE PICK UP
    St. Peter's Lutheran Church
    May 05, 2026
    4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • YOUTH FRONTIERS 2026 LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON
    Hyatt Regency
    May 15, 2026
    11:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
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Club Board of Directors
President
Mike Andersen
President Elect
Carolyn Jackson
Treasurer
Brad Johnson
Secretary
Erica Stern
EMRC Foundation Liaison
Bocar Kane
Membership Co-chair
Nathon Park
Membership Co-chair
Peter Williams
Community Service
Judy Gelston
Community Service
Sadia Ali
International Chair
Jim Bizal
Fundraising Chair
Jim Bizal
Director
Cathy Hogan
Club Service
Mary Brindle
Executive Secretary / Director
Mary Brindle
Rotary Foundation
Norm Siekman
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Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays:
  • Ted Goltzman
    April 16
  • Thomas Gump
    April 23
  • Norm Siekman
    April 24
  • Bob Laue
    April 26
Spouse/Partner Birthdays:
  • Deb Siekman
    April 28
Anniversaries:
  • Bob Schriver
    Dorothy
    April 7
  • Paula Schwartz
    Thomas Schwartz
    April 24
Join Date:
  • John Sorteberg
    April 1, 1994
    32 years
  • Paul Nelson
    April 1, 1993
    33 years
  • Bob Schriver
    April 7, 2009
    17 years
  • Nina Weber
    April 29, 2025
    1 year
  • Mark Hegstrom
    April 30, 2002
    24 years
Rotary Club of Edina Morningside
Mailing address: 6901 Paiute Drive, Edina MN 55439
Contact: 612-270-9887
edinamorningsiderotary@gmail.com
 
Meetings: Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Edina Country Club
5100 Wooddale Ave, Edina
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