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Out of the Shadows--Ending Human Trafficking in Minnesota
Dec. 13, 2017
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Annual Holiday Concert
Dec. 20, 2017
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Meet at 7:00am at The Original Pancake House - Hwy 7 & 101
Dec. 27, 2017
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Potholes in the Road to Publication (date TBD)
Jan. 03, 2018
Eleanor, the protagonist of the novel, volunteers to drive an ambulance in France during WWI because she wants to make a difference. However, her wartime experiences are so horrific that she doesn’t want to talk about them. She has PTSD. One of the results of her not talking about her war is that her son enlists to fight in WWII.
The presentation is about 15 years of trying to make a difference by working to get out this anti-war story, from inspiration to winning a national book award.
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The Opioid Crisis - Minneapolis
Feb. 07, 2018
Vision - A world where individuals with chronic pain receive integrated care focused on wellness rather than drugs, and those with addiction have easy access to compassionate evidence-based treatment. Mission - To heighten awareness of the disease of addiction as it releates to the physical and emotional burdens of chronic pain and to improve the associated care process. Hope--We understand addiction. Many of our volunteers and staff have personal connections to the disease. Whether we ourselves struggle or our loved ones have, we know the importance of hope. Lexi Redd Holtum lexi@steverummlerhopenetwork.org 952-943-3937 (O) 651-308-8122 (M)
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Camp Tanadoona Happenings
Feb. 14, 2018
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Fighting Child Hunger in Minnesota
Feb. 21, 2018
BRIEF INFOWhen Rob learned that kids were taking extra food at school on Fridays so that they could eat over the weekend, fighting child hunger became Rob’s mission. As one of the founders of The Sheridan Story, Rob has been in a leadership role with the organization since it first began operating in 2010. Rob has been a key player in the growth of The Sheridan Story, leading the organization's expansion from a one-school program in 2013 into a multi-school network of weekend food programs operating in numerous schools throughout the Twin Cities. Rob's professional background includes experience in international and domestic logistics. Rob has worked with several Fortune-500 companies to improve their worldwide supply chain. Rob also has experience in volunteer management and training, non-profit management and development, and operational leadership in non-profit settings. Rob and his wife, Claire (a Memphis gal who has fallen in love with Minnesota), have been married since January 2008. They live with their son Amos and daughter Mabel in Arden Hills.
rwilliams@thesherdanstory.org
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Conversation on Forgiveness
Feb. 28, 2018
Tammy to bring computer Shashikant M. Sane, M.D. was one of the handfuls of physicians invited to be the Founding physicians of the Minneapolis Children’s Hospital in 1972. He was the first Pediatric Radiologist in the region and served as the Chairman & Medical Director of Radiology Department for 25 years and continued there for 10 more years as the Senior Consultant. In addition, he also served as the Chairman & Medical Director of Radiology of the Gillette Children’s Specialty Care in St. Paul till his retirement in 2007. He has published 47 original scientific papers in the peer reviewed journals. He has been a Visiting Professor and addressed named lectureships several times around the world. Dr. Sane is a Board Certified Radiologist with special Qualifications in Pediatric Radiology granted by The American Board of Radiology. He has been a Fellow of the Academy of Pediatrics for 40 years and was the Radiology Section Chair from 1996 to 2000. He has been a founding member of the Society of Chairs of Radiology of the Children’s Hospitals in North America and served as its President from 1996 to1998. He & his wife Kumud have been two of the 6 founders of the first Hindu Temple in Minnesota in 1978. He wrote the constitution and by-laws and served as the first vice-president and secretary. He has served in several leadership capacities over the years for The Hindu Society of Minnesota including being Chairman of the Board of Trustees a few times. Most recently he was the Chairman of the Hindu Temple Construction Committee in charge of the creation of the new magnificent temple in Maple Grove. He stepped down in January 2008 as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Hindu Society of Minnesota but has continued his weekly discourses on Hindu Scriptures at the Temple every Sunday which he started in May 1979. Presently he is the President of Hindu Community Center of Minnesota and also of the Hindu American Temple School. Here children are educated in Living Eternal Life Style of Ethical Living called Hinduism, Respectful Interfaith Open Dialogues and perhaps most importantly how to grow up as enlightened human being living as an American but blessed in addition with rich Hindu Culture and Heritage. The students also have an opportunity to learn one of the seven major languages from India. Presently 350 students are enrolled. In addition to being a formally trained Hindu Priest he has been conducting with the help from his wife regular Annual Hindu Youth Camps for the past 35 years. He has been teaching Hindu Scriptures in the U.S.A. over 50 years and in the twin cities for the past 45 years. He has spoken on several topics pertaining to Hinduism, including Yoga, Meditation and Universal Spirituality on college campuses around the country. He has been actively involved in the interfaith dialogs locally as well as nationally. Shashikant M. Sane, M.D. 612-618-6161 Mobile
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Making a Difference
Mar. 07, 2018
Scott Gerber, Fire Chief Excelsior Fire District 24100 Smithtown Road Shorewood, MN 55331 Phone: 952-960-1650 Fax: 952-960-1690 Email: sgerber@excelsiorfire.org |
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"Safety and Assault Prevention" with NOT ME! Training, and non profit Super Hero Kids Foundation.
Mar. 14, 2018
Heidi Nauman phone 612-708-3676 email: heidi.nauman@gmail.com Heidi is the Assistant Director for the non-profit Super Hero Kids Foundation whch teaches safety and assault prevention for kids of all ages in schools and Pediatric Clinics in the Twin Cities. She also works on fundraising to be able to provide the classes at no cost or subsidized cost for schools and other non profits. Minnetonka District will be the first school district to provide assault prevention for kids beginning in Kindergarten and up. 1 in 7 kids will face an assault before they are 18 years old....90% by people they know, 10% by strangers. About 90% of trafficked victims encountered a sexual assault in elementary years, which makes exploitation much more likely, as well as emotional challenges, substance abuse, promiscuity, risky behavior, and suicide.
She also does outreach and training for NOT ME! TRAINING. Minnetonka was the first public high school to hold annual safety and assault prevention programs for graduates and their parents the last 4 years which empower people to avoid danger, and escape if necessary. In our area, Mount Calvary Church and Oppidan Investments have also been big supporters and hosts.
Heidi is proud of working with leaders in Minnetonka to provide an innovative model for the state of Minnesota, the USA, and globally to take bold initiatives to create the next generations of safer, healthier people.
612-708-3676 cell
Learn about local Twin Cities founder, Al Horner, former Navy SEAL who worked with teams to create assault prevention for all ages. Find out WHY this is important in your families and community, and what we can all do to prevent pain and save lives. Discover our exciting plans to take assault prevention from Minnesota to USA and Global! |
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Update from our International Partner
Apr. 04, 2018
SPEAKER • AUTHOR • CONSULTANT • ADVOCATE
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Using Humor for Better Advocacy & Unity
Apr. 11, 2018
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Apr. 28, 2018 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Presentation on Experience at Camp RYLA and Outbound Student
May 02, 2018 7:00 a.m.
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Electric Shock Drowning--Education and Prevention
May 09, 2018 7:00 a.m.
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The Impact the Assistance League of Minnesota has on our community
May 16, 2018
Speaking to the Rotary group about the impact Assistance League of Minneapolis/St. Paul has in our community. We are a unique all-volunteer organization serving children in families in the metro area since 1992. Both Paul Borowski and Charlie Kanan have indicated to me that they feel members would have an interest in learning about our work. Our primary goal in speaking to groups such as yours is to raise awareness about our mission. |
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Impact of Rotary on Women
May 23, 2018 7:00 a.m.
Biography: Mari was born in Guatemala and is a biologist, an entrepreneur and founder of the Wakami system. She is also a mother and a firm believer that collective dreams are unstoppable. My life’s work has been to find ways to link people who are stuck in cycles of poverty to markets that can create cycles of prosperity.
She comes from a country that suffered from a 32 year civil war in which much of the infrastructure of the country was destroyed. The people who suffered the most during the war were always the women and children from our rural communities who faced violence, malnutrition and being displaced from their homes. The challenges in my country seemed hopeless.
She is a graduate Cornell University as a Fulbright Scholar and with a Masters degree in biology but returned to her home country of Guatemala to help stop the cycle of poverty.
For 25 years Maria has created value chains for different communities that produced a variety of products that could connect these communities to the markets. These included the Nativos S, A value chain which is now producing over $1 Million annually of fiber bands for Ron Zacapa rum products; the El Conejo de Sacalá wood products project employing over 500 people in helping the reforestation of Guatemala while also producing income from wood products; and Wakami, an international fashion accessories business which currently sell products produced by rural women in 13 countries around the world.
She is a founder of Vital Voices Central American network and the Guatemalan chapter, a member of the Vital Voices Global Advisory Council, the Leadership Initiative of the Aspen Institute and partners with organizations such as the United Nations Foundation, USAID and Rotary International.
Please make sure to attend this powerful presentation and invite friends and colleagues.
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"Update on the International Project in Uganda" and "An Introduction of the new Interact Board"
May 30, 2018 7:00 a.m.
Program: Update on the International Project in Uganda. Description: Northern Uganda Hip Hop Culture (NUHC) is a youth organization in Kitgum, Uganda that uses the creative arts to engage and empower youth and transform a community decimated by a 20 year civil war that destroyed an entire generation. The founder of NUHC - Mwaka Benson (Benny)- has used LMERC funding to create opportunities for agri-business, host camps to train the youth on topics like financial literacy, malaria and HIV/AIDS prevention, rebuilding family relationship, income generating activities and empowering girls and disabled youth. Benny himself is a survivor of the civil war and returned to his community to empower the next generation of community leaders. Leah who will have just returned from Uganda will provide an update on the projects that LMERC has funded in the last 3 years including the building of a new Youth Center Building!
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From Discovery to Recovery the Power of Emotional Grit
Jun. 06, 2018 7:00 a.m.
Jennifer Fernjack 952-451-5925, jfernjack@yahoo.com Making a difference in peoples lives by helping them find a road from discovery to recovery using six key ingredients: 1. Laughter 2. Upbeat Music 3.Pets 4.Facing Fears 5. Random Acts of Kindness 6. Gratitude Bio: Name: Jennifer Fernjack
From: Spring Park, but I was raised up in Cloquet, MN
Education: BA degree from UMD and MBA from the University of St Thomas.
Profession: I’ve been in the securities industry for 25 years and currently serve as a Compliance Officer at a financial services firm.
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