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August 13, 2026
 
7am Eagan City Hall 'Eagan Room'
 
Speaker:
 
Jill Hutmacher - Eagan 2030 Comprehensive Plan
 
Inspiration/Happy Bucks:
 
Uday Anumalachetty
 
Greeter:
 
Scott Armitage
 
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Weekly Inspiration
 
“One forgets words as one forgets names. One's vocabulary needs constant fertilizing or it will die."
 
~ Evelyn Waugh

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UPCOMING SPEAKERS
6/11 - at the Eagan Old Town Hall: a historical tour
6/18 - Cher Sanchez: Solventum Health Care
6/25 - Eagan Ambassadors
7/2 - Social!
7/9 - Charity Lustek: ACES
 
Inspiration/HAPPY $$$  
6/11 - meeting at Old Town Hall
6/18 - Mark Anderson
6/25 - Mary Nell Zellner
7/2 - Russ Zellmer
7/9 - Cindy Yanchury
7/16 - Melissa Wicklander
 
MEETING GREETER:
please arrive at 6.40am
6/11 - meeting at Old Town Hall
6/18 - Joe Beltran
6/25 - Inez Berquist
7/2 - Michael Berndt
7/9 - Warren Bruns
7/16 - Gina Buccellato
 
Please find a sub when needed!
Member Birthdays
Inez Bergquist
November 19
 
Sharon Diedrich
November 19
 
Dianne Miller
November 21
 
Cheryl Caponi
November 30
 
Andrew Hoffman
December 1
 
Kendell Hillis
December 9
 
Derek Schilling
December 15
 
KingPin Armitage
December 17
 
Mike Boulka
December 21
 
#FUN
 
FUN!
 
HEADS UP: Next Week's EKSR Meeting is at Eagan's Old Town Hall
3805 Pilot Knob Rd
The Eagan Historical Society is providing a tour.
 
Sat June 6 1-4pm 
Nico Farewell Party!
Gina's and Mike's home
1656 Sherwood Way, Eagan
 
You are invited to celebrate Niko before he returns home! Mike Supina and Gina Buccellato will host the potluck style party. 
Please plan bring an item to share. More info to come. In the meantime, reach out to Mike or Gina with questions. Or ponder these:
  • What will he take with him from his Eagan adventure
  • What is Niko's fondest '25/'26 memory
  • Will he join the wrestling team back home
  • Will we see a lutefisk-eating contest at the party
 
Sat June 27 8am 
EKSR 5K!
Eagan Central Park
Rotary Bandshell
 
Spread the word! The 5K is our largest fundraiser.
Dollars raised fund our non-profit giving to The Open Door Eagan Community Foundation, Guild, The Drawer, Kids N Kinship, Can Do Canines, Caponi Art Park, Local Public Safety and many more.
 
We need your help: Volunteer Signup 
Help at Eagan Market Fest: promote Rotary and the 5K at the Wed June 17 Market Fest, from 3.30-8pm, at the Eagan Festival Grounds. Contact Denise at: denise.p.sjoberg@gmail.com
 
The 5k is open to all ages. New this year is a 1-mile walk option.

Registered participants will receive a commemorative race t-shirt and post-race refreshments. 5K will also include chip timing by Anderson Race Management and awards will be given to the top race finisher in both the men’s and women’s categories.

 
Questions? David Edwards is leading the 5K efforts: jdavidedwards@icloud.com
 
 
MORE FUN
 
Want to see a Twins game?
In the past, EKSR members have gone to a game as a
 
Want to see a Twins game?
In the past, EKSR members have gone to a game as a group. Are you interested in organizing this? Duties would include connecting with the Twins' group sales team (we have a contact, Hannah Thompson), sharing with membership during a Thursday morning, pick a date, collecting names from those interested, keeping the group updated. Please reach out to Mike.Tierney@tr.com if willing to lead us to Target Field!
 
Got an interesting Rotary article or story you want to share with the group? Send your suggestions to Mike Tierney at mike.tierney@TR.com.
 
EKSR Service Opportunities
 

Mark Your Calendar!

 
Fri June 12 5.30-7.45pm 
Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Build
Greg & Lisa's Hidden Treasure
4185 S. Robert Trail
  • Join your EKSR friends as we build beds for kids who have no bed of their own.
  • We will be sanding, finishing and assembling bed components. No experience is necessary!
  • Tools and gear are provided, as well as water and a free meal card from Chick-fil-A in Burnsville.
  • Sign up: SHP website.
  • Choose “Additional Times” to join the EKSR group Friday evening, or whatever time slot works best for you.
  • Plan on having some fun and making a difference!
  • Questions about the work involved?  Ask Doug: dpetesch@comcast.net.
 
Thu June 25 5pm 
Barcelona Happy Hour!
Greg & Lisa's Hidden Treasure
4185 S. Robert Trail
  • You are invited to a happy hour to discuss the 2027 Rotary International Convention in Barcelona.
  • This is an informational meeting to share steps in the registration process and what to expect from an exciting international convention. This is a great opportunity to learn more and to share ideas about this convention.
  • There will be a cash bar and the opportunity to order apps and dinner if anyone is interested. At 7:00 there will be Bingo if you would like to stay for that.  
 
Tue June 30 4-6pm 
Leif Hagen District Governor Installation
Burnsville Ames Center
12600 Nicollet Ave, Burnsville
  • The evening will blend fun surprises with heartfelt moments honoring our past while looking ahead to a vibrant new year shaped by the theme "The Art of Rotary". 
  • Guests are invited to enjoy  complimentary appetizers, a cash bar, and the company of fellow Rotarians in a relaxed business casual setting. 
  • Free parking is available in an attached parking ramp. The Eagan Rotary Club is honored to host this event, and we would be delighted to have you with us as we welcome their member Leif Hagen into his new role and launch an inspiring year of service and creativity.
 
 
 
Looking for a way to engage? Sign up to pick up our Thursday breakfast here: 
 
 
Trivia Time

Which ancient structure is aligned with the sunrise at the summer solstice?

A. The Colosseum
B. Stonehenge
C. The Parthenon
D. Machu Picchu

 
Did You Know?
 
The Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, but the vote for independence actually happened on July 2, 1776.
 
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  • For those of you who use online bill pay, our new address is Eagan Kick Start Rotary, 3432 Denmark Avenue, #208, Eagan MN 55121.
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