Rotary Club of Des Moines AM

Next Chapter Retirement Group Meeting
2026-11-13 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-10-09 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-09-11 08:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-10 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
DMAM Next Chapter Retirement Group Meeting
When: Second Friday of each month, following the regular Rotary meeting
Where: Wakonda Bar
Who: Retirees, those considering retirement, and anyone with stories or advice to share
Join us for an informal and engaging discussion on planning for and living a fulfilling retirement. New topics each month! Stay after the Rotary meeting to connect, share, and learn from others navigating the next chapter of life.

November Social
2026-11-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Des Moines Embassy Club, 666 Grand Ave. 34th Floor, Ruan Center, Des Moines, IA, 50309, United States

Rotary DMAM Wear Your Halloween Costume to Rotary Day
2026-10-30 07:00 - 08:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States

Lunch and Link
2026-10-21 08:30 - 09:30
Lunch and Link. Location TBD

DMAM Club Board Meeting
2026-10-16 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-09-18 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-08-21 08:00 - 09:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
8:00 am – 9:00 am

Des Moines A.M. Rotary Board meeting to follow the regular Rotary Meeting.

Social/Speed Networking
2026-10-08 16:00 - 18:00
Social/Speed Networking. Location TBD

New Member Orientation Session
2026-09-25 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-07-24 08:00 - 09:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
Join us for our New Member Orientation immediately following our regular Rotary meeting. In just 40 minutes, you’ll gain valuable insight into Rotary, our Club, and all the benefits of your membership. You’ll also meet fellow new members, our New Member Committee, and Board members—making Friday mornings even more welcoming! We’ll gather in the Blue View room, just off the main meeting area.
Email Judy Ralston-Hansen at jamrhansen@gmail.com to let us know you’ll be there!

Member Relations Social - Bike Ride
2026-09-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Confluence Brewing Company, 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA, 50315, United States
Details TBA
Host: Wes Ehrecke

Member Relations Committee Meeting
2026-08-28 08:00 - 09:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
Member Relations Committee Meeting following Rotary.

Member Relations Happy Hour
2026-08-06 16:00 - 18:00
TBA
Host: Laura Skogman

OFFSITE: DMAM Rotary at Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
2026-07-31 07:00 - 08:00
TBA

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RYLA Rotarian Visit Day
2026-07-28 08:00 - 16:00 | Grinnell College – Harris Hall, 1114 10th Ave, Grinnell, IA, 50112, United States
Have you ever wondered what really happens during a week at Iowa RYLA?
We invite you to join us on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, for Rotarian Visit Day at Grinnell College and experience the energy, leadership development, and life-changing impact of Iowa RYLA firsthand.
This year’s Visit Day coincides with our popular Shark Tank Experience, where nearly 200 high school students work in teams to develop a service project they can take back to their communities. Throughout the day, conferees participate in a series of Rotary-themed challenges, learn about Rotary’s history and values, and build a project proposal before presenting it to a panel of judges.
As a visiting Rotarian, you will have the opportunity to:
• Shadow a Team Lead and experience RYLA from the inside
• Observe student leadership development in action
• Participate in portions of the Shark Tank Experience
• Serve as a subject matter expert for student project presentations
• Learn more about how RYLA impacts young leaders across Iowa
• Meet the Iowa RYLA leadership team and ask questions about the program
To make participation convenient, we are offering two check-in options:
Option 1: Check-in at 8:00 a.m.
Option 2: Check-in at 9:30 a.m.
The day’s activities conclude at approximately 4:00 p.m.
Lunch is available in the Grinnell College Dining Hall for $14 per person, or guests are welcome to dine off campus.
Whether your club currently sponsors RYLA students or you are simply curious about the program, this is an excellent opportunity to see firsthand how Rotary is developing the next generation of leaders.
Please register by completing the Visit Day form:
RYLA Rotarian Visit Day Sign Up 2026
Additional details, including the full agenda and volunteer opportunities, are included here: 2026 Iowa RYLA Rotarian Visit Day
We hope you’ll join us for an inspiring day at Iowa RYLA 2026!
Steve Wieneke and Iowa RYLA Leadership Team

Sue Hudson
2026-07-24 07:00 - 08:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
Rotary Sponsored Water Project in Thailand

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Book Club: Soggy Frog
2026-07-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Soggy Frog, 6170 NW Polk City Dr, Polk City, IA, 50226, United States
After a month break Book Club is back. We will convene at the Soggy Frog at 6170 NW Polk City Dr, Polk City (Saylorville Marina) at the lower level this Friday July 17th starting at 4 PM until 6. This place was formerly Buoys where we had President Emily Adreon’s exit party. Don’t forget about a cash donation for Capitol View Library book donation fund.

Darrell (Ranine) Smith

DMAM Club Board Meeting
2026-07-17 08:00 - 09:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
Des Moines A.M. Rotary Board meeting to follow the regular Rotary Meeting.

Monica Holt, Des Moines Performing Arts
2026-07-17 07:00 - 08:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
Des Moines Performing Arts

Monica Holt is an Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer and nationally respected arts executive who bridges artistic integrity with operational excellence. Currently serving as Senior Advisor to Capacity Interactive and host of the CI to Eye podcast, Monica previously spent years at the Kennedy Center, most recently as Senior Vice President of Artistic Planning. In that role, she led strategy for a $110M+ annual budget and oversaw 2,000+ events across all artforms. Her extensive leadership background spans artistic operations, theater producing, and marketing for major national cultural institutions.

Lunch & Link
2026-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Samuels Group, 2929 Westown Pkwy, Ste 200, West Des Moines, IA, 50266, United States
When: Wednesday, July 15th | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Where: Samuels Group, Member Host: Mike Brooks
2929 Westown Parkway, Suite 200, West DSM
What to Bring: Your own lunch!

What is “Lunch & Link”?
Think of this as a “Vocational Day Lite.” We want to make these socials
accessible and easy for everyone. There is no set agenda—just good food,
great company, and a chance to catch up. Bring your favorite sandwich and
your best stories!
DMAM Member Relations Committee

DMAM Foundation Board Meeting
2026-07-10 08:00 - 09:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
Des Moines A.M. Rotary Quarterly Foundation Board Meeting to follow the regular Rotary Meeting.

Mary Hunter, DMAM President 2026-2027
2026-07-10 07:00 - 08:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
Looking Ahead to Rotary Year 2026-2027

TBA

NO ROTARY MEETING - Independence Day Holiday
2026-07-03
There is no Rotary meeting on Friday, July 3rd. Have a happy 4th of July weekend!

Exit Meeting: President Zach Bouslog
2026-06-26 07:00 - 08:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
PRESIDENTIAL ROAST

Join us for the long-time DMAM Rotary Tradition, a ROAST of the outgoing President, Zach Bouslog!

35th Anniversary Celebration & President's Exit Party
2026-06-25 16:00 - 20:00 | R&R Westfield Building, 1080 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, 50266, United States
Our next club social is Thursday June 25th at The R&R Westfield Building in West Des Moines. We will be celebrating Zach’s year as Club President and celebrating the club’s 35th year anniversary!

R&R Westfield Building:
1080 Jordan Creek Pkwy,West Des Moines, IA 50266
Party located on the West Side Patio

Event Details
We have reserved the back patio space and will have a live band (Saints & Sinners)
There will be some tables and chairs for seating. I’d recommend bringing along your favorite lawn chair.
– Rotary Event starts at 4 PM and runs to 8 PM
– Food (Snappy’s BBQ)
– Drinks will be provided.

RSVP (Encouraged for food headcount)
Use this sign-up link to RSVP
👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B49A4AB2CAAFAC34-63953661-dmam

DMAM members are allowed one guest to join in on the fun!

Thanks for being a part of the club! We look forward to having you join us to celebrate Zach’s years as DMAM Club President!

Any questions? Feel to reach out to me at ryan@ssb.bank
Ryan Newton, Social Committee Chair

Connection Cafe
2026-06-19 08:00 - 09:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
Join us! Club volunteers are needed every third Friday following the regular Rotary meeting to make sandwiches for The Connection Cafe.

The Connection Cafe serves lunch five days a week to homeless and low income individuals and families in downtown Des Moines.
Learn more at their website https://theconnectioncafe.org/.

DMAM Founders Panel
2026-06-19 07:00 - 08:00 | Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50321, United States
Rotary Club of Des Moines A.M. History

Join us to listen to our panel featuring club members Kevin Crowley, Jim Spooner, John Bouslog, and Jennifer Chittenden.
