The COVID-19 level for La Crosse County is measuring at a LOWlevel at this time.
Per current CDC guidelines, when a county is in low COVID risk level, wearing masks indoors is optional.
According to the CDC's guidelines, individuals in communities at this level should stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and get tested if you have symptoms, but wear a mask indoors in public if you choose. However, additional precautions may be needed for people at high risk for severe illness. People may choose to mask at any time. If you have been exposed to COVID-19 or test positive, we ask that you follow the CDC guidelines for quarantining/isolating.
This Week: Ben Bauer, A Word from our District Governor
Ben Bauer is the 6250 District Governor in 2022-2023 and his most fulfilling Rotary experience has come through chairing the District’s RYLA program. Youth Leadership has always been a passion of Ben’s, going all the way back to his time as a conference facilitator for the National FFA Organization. Professionally, Ben is in marketing and a graphic designer by trade. He loves using design to create engagement and tell stories.
Ben’s goals for this Rotary year are centered supporting our clubs and strengthening what we do well like our Foundation giving and Youth Programs. Simultaneously he’ll lead our District team to grow more sustainable and supportive resources – all in the name of strengthening and supporting clubs. Other goals include a strong advocacy for clubs to provide comfort and care through a remarkable club experience, forming two new clubs, growing Rotaract and enhancing a District wide culture full of imagination and innovation.
Personally, Ben’s wife and favorite person in the world is Katie Bauer. Katie is a special education teacher, an amazing mother and life partner. The have a son, Charlie and a daughter, Olive, who bring them an immeasurable amount of joy. Together, they love learning, camping, swimming, biking, hiking, kayaking or anything that takes them outdoors.
Last Week at Rotary: Rick Kyte, Citizenship, Service, and Social Capital: Keys to a Healthy Society
In his talk, “Citizenship, Service, and Social Capital: Keys to a Healthy Society”, we were fortunate to hear a presentation given by Rick to the Tri-Con conference earlier this year. It was met with much enthusiasm and great reviews.
Niki Pohnl is happy to send you a recording of that presentation before the end of October if you would like to see it.
Milk and iced tea will be available for you to pick up at the north bar as you find your seat. Cargill Room staff will also be happy to deliver a glass of milk or iced tea to you while they're serving the meal.
Note: If you prefer to keep your mask on during the entire meeting, you will be provided a boxed lunch to take home with you.
Rotary Lights Repair Volunteers Needed
Rotary Lights is looking for 5-7 folks from 6 pm to 9pm at the Rotary Lights Building (27 Market St.) Sept. 26-27-28-29. Could come as a club or as an individual Rotarians. Could even take more than one night.
No experience is necessary. Coach Leo will walk you through the repairs.
If you can help, please respond to Pat Stevens with the night(s) you could help and the number of helpers you could provide. Great Rotary Fellowship for a great cause.
"Going Home Like A Shooting Star, Sister Thea Bowman's Journey to Sainthood," will air on ABC this fall starring Rotarian Regina Siegel. Join FSPA for a premier party!
6pm: Public reception and showing at the Viterbo University's Nola Starling Recital Hall. 929 Jackson Street, La Crosse. Reception starts at 6 and show times at 6:30pm and 7:45pm.
Light refreshments will be served. No RSVP necessary.
Since July, Rotarian Al Louis has been fish in Minnesota's Lake Vermilion to raise money for area youth! Al and his wife Brenda have personally pledged $100,000 to start an endowment fund to build a strong foundation for years to come. Brenda and Al challenge fellow Rotarians, businesses and others to get involved by becoming a sponsor or making a one-time donation. It can take about 10,000 casts to catch one musky!
Al's Musky Challenge continues to be dedicated in memory of founding member, David Amborn. Each year, Al continues to try to catch "the big one" to honor his good friend.
50% of this year's proceeds will be donated to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater La Crosse and 50% will go towards the Al's Musky Challenge Endowment to provide lasting support for youth.
Our weekly meeting on October 13th will be at the BGC where a check will be presented.
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