Rotary District 5650 Rotarians—Happy November!! I hope everyone remembers to set their clock back an hour this weekend for a well-earned extra hour of sleep!! When I was a little boy growing up on the farm I always appreciated the extra hour of sleep because I did not have to get up as early to do my chores, which included milking the Ayrshire cow. I am sure those of you who grew up on a farm, delivered the morning paper or had early morning jobs can identify with me.
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We are excited to announce that the Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) Part 1 will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 – and will be held in Lincoln. (Before you go looking, it is an away game.)
We need at least 6 participants to hold this session—and currently, we have just met that minimum for Part 1. We still need more people interested in Part 2. If you’re planning to register, don’t wait—sign up today to help ensure the session can take place!
The Club Excellence Award (formerly The Rotary Citation) is the most important award for Rotary Clubs! There were 18 clubs in Rotary District 5650 that met the goals to earn the Club Excellence Award in the 2024-25 Rotary Year.
The 2024-25 Top Clubs in various categories were recognized at the Rotary District Conference during the Awards Banquet October 18, 2025.
Rotary’s commitment to “Service Above Self” is more than a motto—it’s a promise to communities near and far. The projects undertaken by Rotary clubs are as diverse as the communities they serve, but all share a common goal: to improve quality of life and foster sustainable change.
As your club is holding special events - such as for Holiday celebrations - be sure that you review the Insurance provided to all Rotary Clubs and get your Insurance Certificate for your event.
Rotary Clubs are reminded of the IRS' annual filing requirement. Club officers received an email from Rotary International September 22 with additional information (copied in below).
Are you looking to take your leadership skills to the next level? I am asking you to consider taking on the role of leading the 37 clubs in our Rotary district. In order to become a District Governor, you only need to meet a few pre-qualification requirements:
District Grant Project Progress Reports for all 2025-26 District Grant Projects are due by 12-31. The purpose of that report is to check progress, find out if your project is "on track" and discuss any issues you have encountered that may be blocking progress.
Each year, we kick off our Spring Training Season to prepare Rotarians for the upcoming Rotary year. This season includes a series of training events designed to equip leaders and club officers with the tools they need to succeed.
Did you enjoy the District Conference this year? Don't miss next year's! Mark your calendar for October 23–24, 2026 at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum in Ashland, Nebraska. Your conference ticket includes full access to tour the museum’s exhibits—an experience you won’t want to miss!
You entered your three-year goals in Rotary Club Central -- Fantastic! Now, it's time to transform those goals into a dynamic Strategic Plan – because a goal without a plan is just a wish!
Rotary International has requested that the Club President and all other Club Officers and Executives for each Rotary Year get established by 12-31. Many clubs start the Nomination and Election Process late in September or early in October.
Also, training for the 2026-27 Club Leadership starts in February/March so it is important to have the positions filled before then.
We are excited to announce that the Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) Part 1 will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 – and will be held in Lincoln. (Before you go looking, it is an away game.)
Please include these email addresses on your distribution so that your District can support you and your activities:
governor@rotarydistrict5650.org
dge@rotarydistrict5650.org
exec@rotarydistrict5650.org
dge@rotarydistrict5650.org
exec@rotarydistrict5650.org
The District Directory information is available online to ALL ROTARIANS in Rotary District 5650. Select My District Rotary then District Directory. You will be required to logon* to view the directory.
Note: The use of the Rotary District 5650 Directory is for official Rotary District 5650 business only.
It is a new Rotary Year - and time to remove the 2024-25 theme logo - The Magic of Rotary. Rotary announced that there are no longer annual themes, but there is a President Message this year (above).
Public Image in Rotary encompasses more than just public relations or marketing. Public Image is EVERYTHING!
How do you find contact information for another Rotarian - a member you met at a meeting, a District Committee Chair, the President of other Rotary Clubs in the District?
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Annual IRS Filing Due
Nov. 15, 2025
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Monthly Membership Webinars Zones 25B&29
By ZoomNov. 18, 2025 6:00 p.m.
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Public Image Virtual Connection Hour Zones 25B&29
By ZoomNov. 24, 2025 4:30 p.m.
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DEADLINE - $200 Early Registration Savings - 2026 International Convention Taipei
Dec. 15, 2025
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Monthly Membership Webinars Zones 25B&29
By ZoomDec. 16, 2025 6:00 p.m.
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Public Image Virtual Connection Hour Zones 25B&29
By ZoomDec. 22, 2025 4:30 p.m.
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Rotary International Assembly 2026
Jan. 11, 2026 – Jan. 15, 2026
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Monthly Membership Webinars Zones 25B&29
By ZoomJan. 20, 2026 6:00 p.m.
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Public Image Virtual Connection Hour Zones 25B&29
By ZoomJan. 26, 2026 4:30 p.m.
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Monthly Membership Webinars Zones 25B&29
By ZoomFeb. 17, 2026 6:00 p.m.
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District Team Learning Seminar 2026-27 (DTLS)
Feb. 21, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. -
Rotary International Anniversary - 23 Feb 1905
Feb. 23, 2026
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Public Image Virtual Connection Hour Zones 25B&29
By ZoomFeb. 23, 2026 4:30 p.m.
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World Rotaract Week 2026
Mar. 09, 2026 – Mar. 15, 2026
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ClubRunner Special Event
By ZoomMar. 12, 2026
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. -
Monthly Membership Webinars Zones 25B&29
By ZoomMar. 17, 2026 6:00 p.m.
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President-elect Learning Seminar 2026-27 (PELS)
Mar. 21, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. -
Public Image Virtual Connection Hour Zones 25B&29
By ZoomMar. 23, 2026 4:30 p.m.
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2026-27 Club Officer Training (formerly Assembly)
By ZoomMar. 28, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. -
Monthly Membership Webinars Zones 25B&29
By ZoomApr. 21, 2026 6:00 p.m.