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Establish connections and networking with fellow Rotarians and exchange ideas on strengthening your club and overcoming challenges?
Then The Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) offers a dynamic learning experience for all Rotary and Rotaract members, regardless of their level of experience.
There was an article in a recent Rotary International magazine suggesting that current Extension Clubs consider changing its name to Companion Club.
There are a variety of reasons, but a primary reason is that the name “Companion” denotes “working together” and ties in with “Unity” or “Unite for Good.”
The word “companion” also means “a pair intended to complement each other” or “one who serves as a friend or partner.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
