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On October 28th, Rotarian Becky Amble shared How to use AI. The concept of Artificial Intelligence was not new to us, but learning the many ways it can be used and is being used surprised many of us. Becky is a leader in Strategic Marketing and Artificial Intelligence, soon to be a Certified AI Consultant. Becky helps people to identify how they can use AI. She called it “AI-ifying”. She has mu...

October 14th, we heard more on Educating Youth About Human Trafficking. Jessica Bartholomew is the Executive Director of Anti Child Trafficking United (A.C.T. United). Her program today started where Karen Walkowski’s program on Human Trafficking and Rotary left off, giving us a detailed understanding of the issues our youth here in Bloomington and greater Minnesota are facing. A.C.T. United wa...

Human Trafficking or Human Slavery is the second largest illegal industry in the world and is growing dramatically. A new victim is trafficked every 4 seconds somewhere in the world. While it seems like a hopeless problem, we believe that Rotary is uniquely positioned to end this horrific human rights travesty in the same way that Rotary has eradicated polio (almost!). Come to learn more about ...

Wilderness Inquiry’s mission is to connect people of all ages backgrounds, identities, and abilities through shared outdoor adventures so that all people can equitably experience the benefits of time spent in nature. They are headquartered in the Twin Cities, but operate globally. They collaborate with hundreds of local, national and international organizations to assure they are accessible, in...

Dr. Abul Sharah has spoken to us many times about his work in India. This week we heard about an expansion of the same work Abul has been doing in India. This new clinic is being established in San Lucas Toliman, Guatemala. Abul always dreamed about expansion of his work and he has finally been able to achieve this dream. The program they have been establishing in Guatemala is much like his Pre...

On August 12th, Past District Holly Callen introduced us to , Bravo Zulu House, the FIRST and ONLY ALL-VETERAN sober living home in the U.S. helping veterans deal with the combined problems of PTSD and chemical dependency. We also welcomed a special guest, Veteran Jack Zimmerman, the chair of the Advisory Board for Bravo Zulu. To Navy vets, Bravo Zulu means Well Done! Our guest, Jack Zimmerman ...

Sharon brought with her that vibrant personality that she is known for as she talked a little bit about her upbringing growing up in the Congo and traveling. She gained first hand knowledge of the tropical diseases these communities live with and that teaching and helping others was important. Sharon set her goal in Rotary to become District Governor and began her road to that goal 12 years ago...

Sandhya Gupta is the founder of Aavishkaar - A Center for Science, Maths, Arts and Technology, one of our two India Global Grant initiatives. The center aims to nurture curiosity, creativity and critical thinking through science and math education. The program aims to create thinking classrooms and active learning through models, experiments, experiences and projects. Aavishkaar strives to make...

Abijah's is a unique equine-experiential mental health program. Offtrack thoroughbreds find purposeful retirement while simultaneously contributing to life changing outcomes for individuals grappling with PTSD, addiction, trauma, depression, and anxiety. By engaging in therapeutic interactions with these majestic animals, clients experience a unique and effective form of healing. Sally Mixon is...

Bloomington Noon Rotary presents the annual STRIVE awards to students at Kennedy High School on May 21, 2024.

Dr. David Langemo completed his doctoral research on destructive leaders in organizations. He is joined us to share how destructive leaders negatively affect an organization financially. He stays away from religion, politics, psychology, and government issues. He is the Founder and President of Long Meadow Leadership, LLC. He has a bachelor's degree in Music Education, a master's in Organizatio...

Climate scientists were correct about the progression of warming and cli- mate change 40 years ago. They know much more now, and are telling us clearly, we will ruin the future for our kids/grandkids UNLESS we ALL take action now, to move our federal reps. to action and to reduce our own car- bon footprint. Our hope depends on us all doing our part. Learn more about Citizen’s Climate Lobby and ...

The mission of Birth With Dignity is to educate, support, and equip nurses and midwives of Uganda to improve care for patients and families with high-risk perinatal needs with the goal of decreasing maternal and neonatal deaths, as well as caring for families with perinatal loss. Sue’s nursing and teaching career spans over 35 years. Sue has done research in the area of perinatal bereavement an...

Steve Yoch presented an interesting an educational program on Becoming Benedict Arnold. Yoch has presented to us before on Becoming George Washington. Today, Yoch gave us a comparison between the two men and how elements in their lives affected their leadership creating one Patriot and one Traitor. For more information on these two gentlemen and Yoch’s books see www.yoch.com.

Bloomington Fire Department

Reach Out and Read MN

Ambassador Ladu Gubek

Semper Fi Flo

Southwest Metro Rotary Clubs Veterans Day Luncheon 2023

Bloomington Forward: Local Option Sales Tax

Kobi Co. - Turning a Hobby into a Business

International Village Clinic

Harriet and Alice Female Business Startup

YouLEAD Ukranian Youth Exchange

Charitable Partners: Courage Kenny and Cornerstone

The Banking Industry

Charitable Partners: Normandale Community College and Oasis for Youth

Veterans Strengthening America - Legion Post 550

Rotary STRIVE Awards 2023