When Shari Laffredi was working with Viterbo University during the Ukrainian delegation's Open World visit, she made contact with a student organization called "The Sustainability Club" (Sustainability Club offers a way into environmentalism – Lumen). Since sunflowers are a significant industry in Ukraine, they plan to do a "Sunflowers for Ukraine" fundraiser. They will have a booth at the Logan High School Spring Craft Show on Saturday, March 21, where they will sell sunflower seeds, sunflower oil, sunflowers, and sunflower-themed paintings and crafts. “100% of proceeds will go to UNITED24:UNITED24 - The Initiative of the President of the Ukraine”. As we get closer to the event, we will work out details for setup/takedown and manning the booth from 9am-3pm. If anyone can help please contact Shari at slaffredi@yahoo.com or 262-488-0021. Thank you!
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Wear your Paul Harris Medallion this week!
We will be awarding a Paul Harris Medallion during this week’s meeting. All Paul Harris Fellows are encouraged to wear their medallions and pins. Let’s welcome the newest Paul Harris Fellow in style!
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Pickleball at the Dash Center
Sunday, March 8 a group of 13 Valley View Rotarians and friends played pickleball at the Dash Center in Onalaska. We had 3 first-time players learn the game. Great fun followed by food and beverages at Coulee Golf Bowl.
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LaCrossRoads Student of the Month
At this week's meeting Valley View Rotary Club will be honoring Audrinah Richards as February Student of the month.
The Terry Bauer Moon Tunes Special Project Fund is administered by the Valley View Rotary Club. For more information and to apply for project funding, visit one of the websites below or click on the link at the bottom of this post.
The Rotary Works Foundation was founded in 1982 with the purpose of awarding grants for local and international activities. Through generous gifts from area Rotary Clubs (including VVR) and others, the Foundation makes a difference in the quality of life in our area and the world.
2025/2026 Grantees:
August 2025
La Crescent Hokah Public Schools - La Crescent Bike Skills Park project
Rotary of La Crosse/District 6250 - Cameroon Community WASH project
November 2025
YMCA - Holiday Food Box project
January 2026
Parenting Place - Diaper Bank
February 2026
Jack & Kathy Lucey Family Alzheimers Fund - robotic therapy dogs
We are seeking host families in the West Salem School district for our high school age international exchange student Aug 2026-July 2027. The exchange period is split between 3 host families so about 3 1/2 months per family. This is a life enriching experience for both the host families and the student.
"Hosting pushes us outside the regular hum-drum of daily life. We are more likely to go to activities, visit cities, museums—all fun! And we appreciate learning about the student, their culture, and language." ~2024 La Crosse WI Host Family
Please contact Nancy Schmidt if you are interested in learning more or wish to refer a family member or friend: nkschmidt4965@gmail.com or 608-518-2666
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Join Rotarians from Districts 6220, 6250 & 6270
April 17-18, 2026 in Wisconsin Dells
TriCon brings together members from three Rotary International Districts: 6220, 6250, and 6270. These districts serve clubs in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, a portion of Minnesota, and most of Wisconsin.
At TriCon, participants learn, are inspired, and grow through interactive workshops, plenary speakers, and networking opportunities. All this truly makes TriCon an outstanding Rotary conference experience.
Don't miss out on this lively, educational, and fun-filled Rotarian experience.
This project is supported by local Rotary Clubs. All members of the community are welcome to volunteer. If you wish to volunteer scan the QR code or sign up at website above.
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ENVIRONMENTAL OPPORTUNITY
The environment is one of “Rotary's 7 Areas of Focus”. Here is an opportunity in which some of you may be interested. Registration information is below.
This is a Wisconsin Climate Action Navigators gathering and supported locally by Habitat for Humanity and the Sustainability Institute. Sign up on link below.
Join us on Zoom if unable to meet with us in person.
https://laxymca-org.zoom.us/j/81822994924?pwd=ZzlVeHZoOUdXeGZwSkx
Password 469027
Check the schedule as holidays, social events or off-site meetings can alter our regular meeting time or place.
