Dean Stewart and family celebrated the birth of a new grandson, Callahan Avery Stewart, born to Adam and Shay (Carolan) Stewart
Keith Christensen was awarded his Rotary Foundation pin for Paul Harris Plus 8
Announcements:
16th Annual Radio Auction - Feb. 7, 2026 - It's that time of year again.... Radio auction time! This year auction will be a partnership with TLC: The Learning Center.
Check your inbox for a email will full details. Remember - to make this fundraiser a success, we are asking ALL members to help obtain 2 items for the auction.
to be sure no one has already called on them. Then add your information to the list. **
Auction items need to be dropped off to Tammy at Circle K Communications as they are collected.
Salvation Army Bell Ringing - Save the date and sign up to volunteer to ring the bell for The Salvation Army. Our day will be Sat. Dec. 6 at Theisen's.
- Festival of Trees: A beloved community tradition, the Festival of Trees, is introducing an exciting new online Tree & Wreath Auction this year! It’s the perfect way to bid on beautiful holiday decor and get your items in time to decorate for the season, all while supporting local non-profits. Preview the beautiful decorations at our in-person viewing event at 413 N Main St. on Friday, November 7th, and Saturday, November 8th. We'll also have a final viewing during Pink Friday Shop Local on November 21st. Bidding closes on Sunday, November 23rd.
- Holiday Lighted Events: The Holiday Lighted Parade is back and will take place downtown on Dec. 5th at 5:30 p.m. and will lead-in to the lighting ceremony of Santa’s Shining Lights Display. Any and all businesses and organizations are invited to take part in the parade with a lighted entry. There is no fee to participate, but we ask that you do sign up with the Main Street Charles City office at (641) 228-2335 or email info@charlescitychamber.com.
- Rides with Santa - Online registration is now open for the 2025 horse-drawn wagon "Rides With Santa" on Friday and Saturday, December 19th and 20th. Go to charlescitychamber.com under "News" and click on "Rides With Santa," then choose which day and time you want to sign up for. You can register individually for $5 per person, or rent out the entire wagon for a private family or group ride for$60.
MEAL SIGN UP - Please be sure to sign up by noon on Fridays! Reminder to add meals for guests (other than the program). We need to give an accurate count to Dave's so we have enough meals for our members and guests. Not sure if you will make it? It is better to put your name on the list by noon Friday and take it off later if needed. The weekly menus are also shown on the sheet.
Remember we will start the Zoom meeting about 12:20pm to allow time for everyone to eat.
Prayer: Jen Burton
Quote of the Week: Keith Christensen
Rotary Minute: Jim Davis
Program: This week's program was presented by representatives from Charles City Community Schools. Teachers Ryan Schmalen and Jeremy Wilson, along with a group of Middle School students, gave an update on the new Middle School Bike Program. Activities Director Dana Sullivan and representatives from the winter sports teams gave an update on their teams and events.
* Reminder: If you are not able to attend, please find someone to fill in for your assignment. *
New Fun & Frolic Format - We have decided to try something new for Fun and Frolic time during our weekly meetings. Fun and Frolic will now be The Rotary Minute. This time will be for the assigned Rotarian to share a fun fact about Rotary. This can be about anything you find interesting - something historical, news from Rotary International, information from the monthly Rotary Magazine, etc. Some good resources include Rotary.org, Rotary's social media pages, your monthly magazine, our club and district websites and social media, as well as other club and district websites.
