Give thanks this week for ALL you have! Please know in your heart, because of our club's generosity and time, our community is giving thanks for all we have done and continue to do. THANK YOU ALL!
County Health Department Update
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.
Last Week: Rotary Leadership Series
Masood Akhtar, along with Ryan Lo'Ree, Dr. Jeffrey Jacobson, and Jordan Toso led the Leadership Series this month. Based on life experiences, this panel was both inspirational and thought provoking as they spoke about the movement, "United Against Hate".
Our thoughts are with the Daley family as they mourn the passing of Robert (Bob) J. Daley Sr., 95, of La Crosse. Bob passed away peacefully on November 18, 2022. He joined our club in 1971 and served as our Club President in 1982-1983.
Visitation will be Dec. 9th and funeral services will be Dec. 10th. Full obituary will be available soon.
Blaschke & Schneider Funeral Home are assisting the family with arrangements.
New Member Proposals - Tom Monson and Shaundel Spivey
Tom Monson and Shaundel Spivey have submitted their applications for Club Membership. According to club procedure, their names are to be published in our weekly email bulletin for two weeks. If there are no objections from the current membership, these application will be approved. Please contact the Club Administrator if you object to this application by November 28th.
Do you know someone you think might like to join our club? Click the link below to propose them to the Membership Committee.
The online portal is now live for both orders and volunteering to assemble!
Purchase your fruit boxes before Nov, 24th & receive Early Bird pricing. Orders are due December 1st.
All proceeds go to the Rotary Club of La Crosse and are used to support a wide variety of activities and initiatives.
Rotary Club of La Crosse-Downtown Rotarians: you are required to purchase 5 fruit boxes OR you may choose the $100 buy-out. If you wish to donate your fruit boxes to a nonprofit, simply note the appropriate delivery address in the field provided.
Pick up your boxes on Sat. December 10th or Monday, December 12th, or we will deliver to within a 20 mile radius of La Crosse!
December 1st is the LAST chance to purchase tickets for the Packer/Viking game, Hamilton play, and $500 cash. This is also the DUE DATE to have the ticket stubs turned in to Niki Pohnl for the upcoming drawing. Contact Niki Pohnl if you have any questions.
Looking for TALENT!
Katie Berkedahl and Alex Attardo are scheduling our Holiday Showcase and looking for talent! Can you sing, dance, play an instrument or know someone who can and would like to be part of our holiday showcase on Thursday, December 15th? Reach out to Katie or Alex as soon as possible for more details!
District Polio Plus Challenge
World Polio Day is October 24th. Some clubs have a tradition to raise funds for Polio Plus in October. District Governor Ben Bauer is also issuing a challenge to our District to raise $130,000 for Polio Plus by March 30, 2023. That is an increase of $11,000 over last year's success. Better yet, when we reach the goal, DG Ben will dye his hair purple in honor of our contributions! Keep reading to for more info and some tools to help us get there!
"PADDY" Bears Still Available
The need to help our local food pantries has never been greater. The mission of Rotary Lights is to "feed the hungry". They are selling these bears to help offset some construction costs of larger food pantry, serving thousands of needy families in our area. Bears can be purchase for cash, VENMO, or club account at weekly meetings. Help support WAFER if you can!
3rd Annual Holidays In The Park - Holmen
The Holmen Area Rotary Club is glad to announce their 3rd annual “Holidays in the Park” Christmas tree trimming contest at Halfway Creek Park on December 3rd. The contest is an opportunity for businesses, organizations and even families to have fun and get exposure in a wholesome, holiday themed event. The response last year from the public was very enthusiastic. Last year the trees sold fast so reserve your tree today! All proceeds will go to support the Holmen Boys and Girls Club.
The 16th Annual Ugly Sweater 5k Presented by Emerj360 will be held in-person this year on Saturday, December 3rd, 2022! Packet pickup and same-day registration will begin at 3 pm at the Myrick Park Center. The race begins at 4:15 pm from Myrick Park where racers will run or walk through the beautifully lit La Crosse River Trails to Riverside Park.
We would love for you to sign up to support the event and we also have a need for volunteers setting up the race on Thursday and Friday, Dec 1-2, during the race on Saturday, Dec 3, and packing up the race on Sunday, Dec 4.
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