Ames Reception Delivers Wine, Fellowship, and Foundation Success!
The second of four Rotary Foundation Receptions, hosted by DG Norlan Hinke, was a great success in Ames on November 3rd!
The evening at Della Viti Wine Bar, hosted by the Rotary Club of Ames and Ames Morning Rotary, brought together around 30 Rotarians from across the district for excellent fellowship and, of course, a little wine.
The Corning Rotary Club was pleased to present a check in the amount of $2000 for Polio Plus to John Ockenfels, District Polio Chair, at the Rotary Foundation Reception in Creston on October 27th .
Presenting the check was Nancy Turner, Foundation Chair for the Corning Rotary Club.
From charity dinners and lively auctions to heartfelt veteran tributes and the annual “Scrooge” contest, Atlantic, Iowa has seen a year full of meaningful events.
This year's District Conference is sure to inspire! Join us on May 1st and 2nd, 2026 at The Hyatt Regency Hotel Conference Center in Coralville, IA.
Our very special guests and Keynote speakers are Immediate Past Rotary International President Stephanie Urchick and Rotary International Director Elect Tom Gump. A few of the topics that will be covered during the two-day conference include Mental Health, Membership, Public Image, The Rotary Foundation and a special youth services track for our Interact, Rotaract and International Exchange Students.
Extra special events include the Kentucky Derby and the opportunity to bid on “the famous Deb Ockenfels District Conference Quilt”.
Register before December 31, 2025 to save $50! REGISTER HERE
District Conference Co-Chairs: Chris and Vernette Knapp
The 2026 World Affairs Seminar registration window is now open. We invite you to sponsor student delegates from your community for a weeklong academic program where high-school students build real-world skills in diplomacy, leadership, and peacebuilding.
Do you have a great club story, project, fundraiser or experience that you want to share? Submit your story along with pictures at the link below for consideration to be included in a future emailed bulletin.
With help from Rotarians around the globe, our inquisitive Everyman aims to discover how to find bliss
I would like to "thank" the team members who researched, discussed and determined what we think will provide timely, thorough, efficient communications with all District 6000 Rotarians.
We hope you enjoy the new format but most of all that every club submits articles to share with your fellow Rotarians.
Likewise, always feel free to offer suggestions to improve the newsletter and district communications.
Thank you!
DG Norlan Hinke
District Events
ClubRunner Hour
Dec. 15, 2025 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Dear District 6000 Rotarians,
I am excited to announce a new opportunity for every Rotarian in our district to strengthen their knowledge and confidence using ClubRunner!
Beginning in December, I will hold Zoom sessions every 3rd Monday at 3:30 PM and 7:00 PM.
Each session will run for one hour and will include:
ClubRunner Training and Demonstrations
Featuring tips, tools, and guidance to help you conquer your own club’s challenges more easily.
Q&A – Real-Time Problem Solving
A chance to ask questions, work through issues, and gain clarity on the spot
I encourage you to join, engage, and learn alongside fellow Rotarians from across District 6000, and I look forward to helping everyone and every club get more out of ClubRunner and use it more effectively.
Please note for any additional questions, concerns or details, please email Gretchen Nollman directly.
I encourage you to join, engage, and learn alongside fellow Rotarians from across District 6000, and I look forward to helping everyone and every club get more out of ClubRunner and use it more effectively.
Please note for any additional questions, concerns or details, please email Gretchen Nollman directly.
Rotary Learning Hour w/ District Learning Facilitator
Dec. 17, 2025 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Dear District 6000 Rotarians,
I’m excited to share that I’ll be hosting a new Rotary Learning Hour starting December 17th at 2:45 PM.
I will be offering these sessions twice each month as an open, welcoming space for you to ask questions and build confidence with Rotary’s online tools. During each Learning Hour, you’ll be able to ask me anything — including where to find things within:
My Rotary
The Learning Center
Rotary Club Central
…and any other topics that come up
My goal is to support you, help make Rotary resources easier to navigate, and create a place where we can learn together.
Rotary Learning Hour w/ District Learning Facilitator
Dec. 31, 2025 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Dear District 6000 Rotarians,
I’m excited to share that I’ll be hosting a new Rotary Learning Hour starting December 17th at 2:45 PM.
I will be offering these sessions twice each month as an open, welcoming space for you to ask questions and build confidence with Rotary’s online tools. During each Learning Hour, you’ll be able to ask me anything — including where to find things within:
My Rotary
The Learning Center
Rotary Club Central
…and any other topics that come up
My goal is to support you, help make Rotary resources easier to navigate, and create a place where we can learn together.
Rotary Learning Hour w/ District Learning Facilitator
Jan. 14, 2026 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Dear District 6000 Rotarians,
I’m excited to share that I’ll be hosting a new Rotary Learning Hour starting December 17th at 2:45 PM.
I will be offering these sessions twice each month as an open, welcoming space for you to ask questions and build confidence with Rotary’s online tools. During each Learning Hour, you’ll be able to ask me anything — including where to find things within:
My Rotary
The Learning Center
Rotary Club Central
…and any other topics that come up
My goal is to support you, help make Rotary resources easier to navigate, and create a place where we can learn together.
I encourage you to join, engage, and learn alongside fellow Rotarians from across District 6000, and I look forward to helping everyone and every club get more out of ClubRunner and use it more effectively.
Please note for any additional questions, concerns or details, please email Gretchen Nollman directly.
I encourage you to join, engage, and learn alongside fellow Rotarians from across District 6000, and I look forward to helping everyone and every club get more out of ClubRunner and use it more effectively.
Please note for any additional questions, concerns or details, please email Gretchen Nollman directly.
Rotary Learning Hour w/ District Learning Facilitator
Jan. 28, 2026 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Dear District 6000 Rotarians,
I’m excited to share that I’ll be hosting a new Rotary Learning Hour starting December 17th at 2:45 PM.
I will be offering these sessions twice each month as an open, welcoming space for you to ask questions and build confidence with Rotary’s online tools. During each Learning Hour, you’ll be able to ask me anything — including where to find things within:
My Rotary
The Learning Center
Rotary Club Central
…and any other topics that come up
My goal is to support you, help make Rotary resources easier to navigate, and create a place where we can learn together.
Rotary Learning Hour w/ District Learning Facilitator
Feb. 11, 2026 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Dear District 6000 Rotarians,
I’m excited to share that I’ll be hosting a new Rotary Learning Hour starting December 17th at 2:45 PM.
I will be offering these sessions twice each month as an open, welcoming space for you to ask questions and build confidence with Rotary’s online tools. During each Learning Hour, you’ll be able to ask me anything — including where to find things within:
My Rotary
The Learning Center
Rotary Club Central
…and any other topics that come up
My goal is to support you, help make Rotary resources easier to navigate, and create a place where we can learn together.
I encourage you to join, engage, and learn alongside fellow Rotarians from across District 6000, and I look forward to helping everyone and every club get more out of ClubRunner and use it more effectively.
Please note for any additional questions, concerns or details, please email Gretchen Nollman directly.
I encourage you to join, engage, and learn alongside fellow Rotarians from across District 6000, and I look forward to helping everyone and every club get more out of ClubRunner and use it more effectively.
Please note for any additional questions, concerns or details, please email Gretchen Nollman directly.
Rotary Learning Hour w/ District Learning Facilitator
Feb. 25, 2026 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Dear District 6000 Rotarians,
I’m excited to share that I’ll be hosting a new Rotary Learning Hour starting December 17th at 2:45 PM.
I will be offering these sessions twice each month as an open, welcoming space for you to ask questions and build confidence with Rotary’s online tools. During each Learning Hour, you’ll be able to ask me anything — including where to find things within:
My Rotary
The Learning Center
Rotary Club Central
…and any other topics that come up
My goal is to support you, help make Rotary resources easier to navigate, and create a place where we can learn together.
ON ZOOM
