Events

Kick-Start celebrates career highlights and friendships with retiring Eagan Police Chief Roger New.

The Eagan Rotary Clubs are joining together to recognize and honor our veterans. 

Location: The Lost Spur Golf and Event Center, 2750 Sibley Memorial Highway, Eagan, MN 55121

11:30am -     Doors open

11:45am  -    Lunch served

12:00pm  -    Program starts

Orientation to Rotary local and international structure.

Help pack undies at The Drawer, followed by Happy Hour!
500 E Travelers Trail #575, Burnsville, MN 55337
DIRECTIONS
* From Hwy 13 heading south/west: Left turn at Portland, right turn onto Travelers Trail, right turn into first parking lot.
* From 35E: Exit at County Rd 11, head north on County Rd 11, turn left at roundabout onto Burnsville Pky, turn right onto Portland, turn left onto Travelers Trail, right turn into first parking lot.
* From McAndrews: Turn north onto County Rd 11, turn left at roundabout onto Burnsville Pky, turn right onto Portland, turn left onto Travelers Trail, right turn into first parking lot.

First Fridays is an annual lecture series showcasing collections from various units across Archives and Special Collections. The series runs each academic year from October to May (skipping January). Each event takes place in Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120, and presentations begin at noon. A tour of the archival caverns takes place after the event concludes.

https://libnews.umn.edu/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=566

As part of the upcoming Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Dakota County Historical Society is offering a 14-part presentation series that can be taken as a whole, or individual sections. Each program is designed to explore a different aspect of our government to show why, and how, it was set up that way and its impact on today. This series is presented by educator and historian, Frank Sachs.

November 20, 2025 - Article II – The Executive Branch: Powers of the Presidency
We will discuss the powers granted to the chief executive in Article II and the seven major powers the President has assumed since the office was established and a discussion of the other powers of the Executive, expressed and implied.

Fees/RSVP: $10 per person, $5 for DCHS members, less with package deal!
Learn more and register here: https://www.dakotahistory.org/events/1046-america-s-250th-lecture-series-at-lawshe

First Fridays is an annual lecture series showcasing collections from various units across Archives and Special Collections. The series runs each academic year from October to May (skipping January). Each event takes place in Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120, and presentations begin at noon. A tour of the archival caverns takes place after the event concludes.

https://libnews.umn.edu/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=566

Dr. Kathy Sullivan from the Eagan noon club and Co-Founder of Operation Dignity International will share inspiring stories of transforming lives in Ghana, West Africa.

Casey Hertz from US Bank, will share expert tips on protecting your finances and identity from sophisticated fraud scams.

As part of the upcoming Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Dakota County Historical Society is offering a 14-part presentation series that can be taken as a whole, or individual sections. Each program is designed to explore a different aspect of our government to show why, and how, it was set up that way and its impact on today. This series is presented by educator and historian, Frank Sachs.

December 18, 2025 - Article III – The Judicial Branch: Power of Judicial Review and a Look at Articles IV-VIII
The judiciary is a co-equal branch of government.  Where does the power of judicial review come from and how the court got the power to say what the law is?  How do the courts operate?  How does the Supreme Court interpret the laws of the land? 

Fees/RSVP: $10 per person, $5 for DCHS members, less with package deal!
Learn more and register here: https://www.dakotahistory.org/events/1046-america-s-250th-lecture-series-at-lawshe

As part of the upcoming Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Dakota County Historical Society is offering a 14-part presentation series that can be taken as a whole, or individual sections. Each program is designed to explore a different aspect of our government to show why, and how, it was set up that way and its impact on today. This series is presented by educator and historian, Frank Sachs.

January 15, 2026 - The Federalist Papers: Road to Ratification and How These Papers Helped Define the Constitution
What they were and how our government was to work according to the founders. Much is known and discussed about the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, but why are the Federalist Papers often neglected, or treated as an afterthought? After all, it was these papers and their three authors who sold the new government to the people and explained how it was to work, yet they go largely ignored.

Fees/RSVP: $10 per person, $5 for DCHS members, less with package deal!
Learn more and register here: https://www.dakotahistory.org/events/1046-america-s-250th-lecture-series-at-lawshe

Women of Eagan Kick-Start Rotary are invited to attend our Women in Rotary event. 

Every few months we gather with the women from the Noon and After Hours Rotary clubs in Eagan to network. For this event, we are visiting Dakota Woodlands, one of our Foundation donees, located at 3430 Wescott Woodlands (Eagan) to learn more about them and their mission. We will get a tour and then move to a restaurant (tbd).
 

Help pack undies at The Drawer, followed by Happy Hour!
500 E Travelers Trail #575, Burnsville, MN 55337
DIRECTIONS
* From Hwy 13 heading south/west: Left turn at Portland, right turn onto Travelers Trail, right turn into first parking lot.
* From 35E: Exit at County Rd 11, head north on County Rd 11, turn left at roundabout onto Burnsville Pky, turn right onto Portland, turn left onto Travelers Trail, right turn into first parking lot.
* From McAndrews: Turn north onto County Rd 11, turn left at roundabout onto Burnsville Pky, turn right onto Portland, turn left onto Travelers Trail, right turn into first parking lot.

Ready to strengthen your club? Rotary research has shown that the number one driver of member satisfaction is the club experience! Members value aspects such as:

• meeting enjoyment
• confidence in club leadership
• satisfaction with club service
• finding meaningful friends
• comfort with other club members

Join this interactive workshop designed to reveal the key to member satisfaction and building a thriving club culture.

More information and registration link can be found here: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/50084/Events/club-experience-workshops

First Fridays is an annual lecture series showcasing collections from various units across Archives and Special Collections. The series runs each academic year from October to May (skipping January). Each event takes place in Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120, and presentations begin at noon. A tour of the archival caverns takes place after the event concludes.

https://libnews.umn.edu/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=566

Join Kick-Starters and friends to bag groceries to benefit The Open Door, our local food pantry which provides nourishment to those with food insecurity. This event has traditionally been one of their most successful fundraisers each year! Our club will cover the 11am-1pm and 1pm-3pm shifts which appear as two separate signups. Please include your T-shirt size in your response. Thank you!

Join Kick-Starters and friends to bag groceries to benefit The Open Door, our local food pantry which provides nourishment to those with food insecurity. This event has traditionally been one of their most successful fundraisers each year! Our club will cover the 11am-1pm and 1pm-3pm shifts which appear as two separate signups. Please include your T-shirt size in your response. Thank you!

An innovative exploration by Ben Bauer, Rotary Region 36 Assistant Regional Public Image Coordinator.

An opportunity for all District 5950 Rotarians to learn more about AI and how we can enhance Rotary using this powerful tool. Ben’s knowledge of Rotary and his extensive work with Rotarians allow him to engage participants at all levels of understanding. 

This event will be hybrid - please indicate when registering if you will be attending online. 

Register here: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/50084/Event/how-intelligent-rotarians-use-ai

As part of the upcoming Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Dakota County Historical Society is offering a 14-part presentation series that can be taken as a whole, or individual sections. Each program is designed to explore a different aspect of our government to show why, and how, it was set up that way and its impact on today. This series is presented by educator and historian, Frank Sachs.

February 19, 2026 - The Bill of Rights (Part 1): The Historical Origin of the First Ten Amendments to the Constitution
How the Constitution was ratified without a Bill of Rights and why it became essential to add one. Learn who did the choosing and how the States were convinced to adopt it and how was that accomplished?

Fees/RSVP: $10 per person, $5 for DCHS members, less with package deal!
Learn more and register here: https://www.dakotahistory.org/events/1046-america-s-250th-lecture-series-at-lawshe

Celebrate Rotary’s Birthday at our Minnesota Capitol. Join Rotarians and Youth Exchange Students from Districts 5950, 5960 & 5580 to speak up in favor of Rotary and our service projects.

Register here: https://rotarymidwest.org/rotary-awareness-day/

First Fridays is an annual lecture series showcasing collections from various units across Archives and Special Collections. The series runs each academic year from October to May (skipping January). Each event takes place in Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120, and presentations begin at noon. A tour of the archival caverns takes place after the event concludes.

https://libnews.umn.edu/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=566

The Eagan Funfest Ambassador Scholarship Program is hosting a bowling fundraiser for friends, family, and other royalty! Join us on Sunday, March 8th from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM at Cedarvale Lanes in Eagan for a fun afternoon of bowling.
The cost is $20/person which includes 2 hours of bowling. Please bring payment to the event.
Our silent auction is back again this year! So get ready to bid on your favorite items.
Thanks for supporting our scholarship program!

Learn more here!

Come celebrate, learn, and support our mission with an evening of mission, impact, food, and community!

Support Twin Cities Bronze at our annual fundraiser!
What to expect:

• Live Music
• Commissioned Composer Revea
• Silent Auctio
• Exciting Conversatio
• Beer & Light Appetizers

Purchase tickets  HERE 

Join the Dakota County Chamber of Commerce and community members for the annual Eagan State of the City presentation. 100+ members of the business community and community leaders from and around Eagan. This year’s State of the City takes a new approach—by turning the microphone outward.

We’re highlighting the voices of Eagan’s residents, business owners, community partners, and neighbors, whose experiences and contributions shape our city every day. Together, these diverse perspectives tell Eagan’s story and guide where we’re headed. This event is a celebration of the shared sense of community that makes Eagan a place where we don’t just live, work, and play—but thrive, together.

To make the event accessible to everyone in our community, an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter will be available throughout the program.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
Location: CLA Connection Center, 2685 Vikings Circle, Suite 125, Eagan, MN 55121

Schedule:
7 am - 8 am - Networking and Grab & Go breakfast snacks
8 am - 9am - Presentation

Register here and be part of this important community event!

As part of the upcoming Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Dakota County Historical Society is offering a 14-part presentation series that can be taken as a whole, or individual sections. Each program is designed to explore a different aspect of our government to show why, and how, it was set up that way and its impact on today. This series is presented by educator and historian, Frank Sachs.

March 19, 2026 - The Bill of Rights (Part 2): How They Came to Protect Our Civil Liberties and Government Interference in Our Personal Lives
Learn what each of the first ten amendments to Constitution, our Bill of Rights, protects. First see what significant personal rights are protected and articulated in the first three amendments, then learn what rights of the accused are protected by 4-8, and what 9 and 10 protect for the states and how they came to apply to us.

Fees/RSVP: $10 per person, $5 for DCHS members, less with package deal!
Learn more and register here: https://www.dakotahistory.org/events/1046-america-s-250th-lecture-series-at-lawshe

Celebrate Women's History Month when you join fellow Rotarians Tsehai, Marie, Laura, Darcy, and Denise at this breakfast to celebrate 21 years of helping girls and young women in Ethiopia! (Eagan Kick-Start Rotary will be supporting REAL-Africa with our first ever international grant later this year).
Special Guests: Patrick Plonski, PhD (Books For Africa) and Mark Ritchie (former Minnesota Secretary of State).

Register for REAL-Africa's 21st Anniversary Fundraiser Breakfast!

Can't attend? Consider sponsoring a student for a year!

Kaitlyn’s Kloset – MN is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to providing families with the items they need to raise their children, while also decreasing the stigma that often comes with needing and receiving help. Kaitlyn’s Kloset provides a welcoming space to all people, allowing them to shop through a resource center full of items that they can take home to their children, with no cost or payment involved.

Women of Eagan Rotary (EKSR, Noon, and After Hours) are invited to a fun evening of food, drinks, and Bingo at Greg and Lisa’s Hidden Treasure! Join us at 6:00 PM for dinner, with Bingo starting at 7:00 PM. We hope to see you there!

First Fridays is an annual lecture series showcasing collections from various units across Archives and Special Collections. The series runs each academic year from October to May (skipping January). Each event takes place in Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120, and presentations begin at noon. A tour of the archival caverns takes place after the event concludes.

https://libnews.umn.edu/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=566

Dave Senness, Global Grant Chair for District 5950, will lead an engaging discussion on the value of participating in global grants, including best practices, key components for building successful projects, and examples of projects that have made a lasting impact.

As part of the upcoming Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Dakota County Historical Society is offering a 14-part presentation series that can be taken as a whole, or individual sections. Each program is designed to explore a different aspect of our government to show why, and how, it was set up that way and its impact on today. This series is presented by educator and historian, Frank Sachs.

April 16, 2026 - Supreme Court from 1789 – 1986: Marshall, Taney, Warren, and Burger
In this session we will discuss what the Constitutions says about what the Supreme Court is supposed to do. How it has evolved over time. Then we will discuss famous cases and incidents of several of the Courts beginning in 1801 with The Marshall Court through the Burger Court in the 1970’s including cases from The Taney Court, The Fuller/Harlan Court, The Hughes Court vs. F.D. Roosevelt, The Warren Court and conclude with The Burger Court.

Fees/RSVP: $10 per person, $5 for DCHS members, less with package deal!
Learn more and register here: https://www.dakotahistory.org/events/1046-america-s-250th-lecture-series-at-lawshe

Join Rotarians and Interact students on Earth Day for a community street clean-up!

Help keep our environment clean, safe, and beautiful by removing litter and protecting local wildlife. All ages welcome. Supplies provided.

Earth Day! STREET CLEAN UP on our Adopted Street

You're invited to join the Eagan Kick-Start Rotary Club for an Earth Day street clean-up event on our adopted street along O'Neill Dr near Viking Lakes.

We'll meet at the corner of Lone Oak Parkway and O'Neill Dr at 4:30pm and spend some time cleaning up the street until about 6:00pm. All clean-up supplies will be provided. Afterwards, we'll head to Union 32 for a casual happy hour. Family and friends are welcome to join in.

Hope to see you there!

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The District All Club Education Assembly is a chance to inspire and prepare club leaders before they start in their new roles.

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Samba Fall is an immigrant from Senegal and a proud graduate of the University of Minnesota, currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a focus on organizational theory and behavior. He worked for Hennepin County at the Office of Multicultural Services and has served as a member of the Hennepin County Council on Racial Equity Advisory Council, where he chaired the Employment Committee.

A certified Global Career Development Facilitator through the National Career Development Association, Samba works as a Career Navigator with Goodwill Easter Seals of Minnesota, helping individuals access meaningful employment. He also serves on the State of Minnesota’s Emerging Entrepreneur Board as well as to the Department of Human Services Health Services Advisory Council in advancing equitable opportunities.

Samba is deeply engaged in Rotary International, where he is the District 5950 Chair of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI), a member of the District 5950 Membership Committee, and Chair of International Service for the Maple Grove Rotary Club. Beyond his civic leadership, he is the Executive Director of the Multicultural Kids Network, a nonprofit dedicated to reducing disparities in education, health, and community development.

Through his professional, civic, and nonprofit leadership, Samba continues to build bridges of opportunity, equity, and belonging both locally and globally.