Hello, Rotarians!

This week, we are welcoming K-State men's basketball coach Casey Alexander. It's always a treat when we have K-State coaches, and we can get the inside scoop on the upcoming season.
 
 This week, we will be meeting in the other room at Meadowlark behind the front desk. 
 
The District Conference is only 10 days away; it is going to be a great event, and it's right here in Manhattan. Get registered today and meet Rotarians from all over the state.
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Trent is a past president of our club and was newly elected to the KSU Foundation Board of Trustees. I am looking forward to hearing what is happening with the Foundation.
District Conference is on October 23rd and 24th here in Manhattan
 
If you have been to a district conference in the past, you know how amazing it can be. This year, our very own Michelle Sink is planning the event, and her events are always amazing. We will be joining with District 5680, so there will be even more Rotarians at this event.  Here is the link to sign up, and I hope to see you there. And if you need a little help covering the registration fee, there are a few $50 scholarships left; just message Mark Rose.

https://rotary5710.org/page/district-conference
 
Halloween Linear Trail Cleanup 
Saturday October 31
 
Hello everyone! I hope you’re all having a great week! We’re planning our Linear Trail cleanup for Saturday, October 31st, from 10:00–11:30 AM!  Since we’ll be celebrating Halloween, feel free to bring along family and friends and dress up for the occasion! We’d love to see everyone wearing their Rotary shirts with a fun Halloween twist. Thank you in advance to everyone who can join us and help keep our community beautiful. We appreciate you all and look forward to seeing you there!
New Member Orientation
Sunday November 8th
 
It has been too long since we had a new member orientation. This is a great chance to learn a little more about Rotary and a great chance to get to know your fellow Rotarians. Whether you have been in Rotary for 2 days, 2 months, 2 years, or 2 decades, we want you to join us.
 
Sunday, November 8th at Mark Rose's house, 8778 S Kelliann Way, Manhattan, KS. 4:00 
 
We will have drinks, snacks, knowledge, and fellowship. Let Mark or Michelle know if you can make it. 
Happy Birthday this month to:
Dylan Kelsheimer October 5
Ron Fehr October 18
Joan Pierce October 20
Mark Rose October 30
 
Konza Rotary Anniversaries
Matt Crocker October 10, 18 Years
Travis Say October 16, 17 Years
Shawn Drew October 25, 10 Years
Joe Mocnik October 10, 4 Years
 

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Meeting Responsibilities
Greeter Oct 9th
Law, Andrea
 
Greeter Oct 16th
Lowe, Paul
 
Greeter Oct 23rd
McKinney, Milea
 
Greeter Oct 30
McLaughlin, Britt
 
Greeter Nov 6
Mocnik, Joe
 
Greeter Nov 13
Mosier, Susan
 
Greeter Nov 20
Narrow, Kate
 
Upcoming Events
District Conference
Oct. 23, 2026 4:00 p.m. –
Oct. 24, 2026 8:00 a.m.
Common Table October 27th, 2026
Oct. 27, 2026
5:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Pour Decisions Tasting Room Event
Oct. 27, 2026
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Linear Trail October 2026
Oct. 31, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
View entire list
Next Meeting: October 1 
Location:  Manhattan Country Club
 
Lunch RSVP:  Click https://manhattancc.surveysparrow.com/s/Rotary-Club/tt-deafc2 by Wednesday. Lunch begins at 11:30 AM and costs $12. Please register so the Country Club can accommodate everyone.
 
Attend via Zoom: If you cannot attend in person but can attend remotely, please do. We intend to continue it so more people can join.
          https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87387499653?pwd=eVdYZ29zdDhnQ0MrZWVXMklPNC9IQT09
          Meeting ID: 873 8749 9653  /  Passcode: 280408