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SUMMARY:Robert Cramer\, Board of Regents President
DESCRIPTION:Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Iowa’s Public Universities\n \n\nRobert Cramer\, after growing up outside of West Des Moines\, moved to Johnston for his high school years. He graduated from Iowa State University in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Engineering and went on to become a Licensed Professional Engineer in 1996. \nCramer served as Co-President of Cramer and Associates\, Inc.\, a family-owned and employee-owned bridge construction company\, until January 1\, 2022. At that time\, he stepped away from the bridge side of the business and now works as Vice President of Land Development. While Co-President\, Cramer oversaw engineering\, estimating\, accounting\, safety\, human resources\, and risk management. Now\, he serves as Co-Chair of the Cramer board and is overseeing their large land development in Adel and a smaller one in Altoona. \nCramer is on the Industry Advisory Council for the Construction Engineering Department at Iowa State University and is on the statewide STEM Advisory Board. He served as President of the Associated General Contractors of Iowa (AGC) in 2010\, was a member of their Board of Directors for eight years\, and continues to serve the AGC as liaison to the Iowa Department of Transportation. He served nine years on the Johnston Community School Board as well as serving on several boards of non-profits including his church. \nOne such board was Blessman International. Cramer’s sister and brother-in-law run the ministry in South Africa which now feeds several million “Meals From The Heartland” per year to children in need.  He also served on the board of The Family Leader and on the Advisory Board of Starts Right Here\, Will Keeps’ non-profit that is helping kids from the streets get back in school and graduate. \nHe and his wife\, Lori\, have two adult children and opened their home to foster children for nine years. They took care of over 20 kids during that time. \nHe was appointed to the Board by Governor Reynolds on March 3\, 2023\, with his term beginning on May 1. His term expires on April 30\, 2029.  He was elected President of the Board with his term beginning December 4\, 2025.
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/robert-cramer-board-of-regents-chair/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friday Club Mtg
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SUMMARY:New Member Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEmail Judy Ralston-Hansen at jamrhansen@gmail.com to let us know you’ll be there!
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/new-member-orientation-session/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Member Orientation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260316T223716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T210607Z
UID:3671-1775296800-1775300400@rotaryclubofdmam.com
SUMMARY:Trash Talk: 42nd Street Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer to clean up our adopted street!  Meet at Des Moines Community Playhouse\, 831 42nd St\, Des Moines\, IA 50312. The 42nd Street cleanup runs from I-235 to Kingman Blvd. Gloves and bags provided. Drinks after at the Library Cafe\, 3506 University Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA 50311. \nSign Up Here
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/trash-talk-42nd-street-cleanup/
LOCATION:Des Moines Community Playhouse\, 831 42nd St\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Social + Networking Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260317T001050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T221903Z
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SUMMARY:A Neighbor's Breakfast: Iowa Homeless Youth Shelter
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 8th (8-9am) at 612 Locust St. Des Moines\, IA 50309. Help us end youth homelessness in our community. This annual breakfast is free to attend\, because the mission isn’t just about a meal—it’s about showing up for our young people.\nImpact: view Fritz’s story here.\nSign Up Link\n 
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/a-neighbors-breakfast-iowa-homeless-youth-shelter/
LOCATION:Iowa Homeless Youth Shelter\, 612 Locust St\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T000000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260317T001253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T221814Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat for Humanity Build Day
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 10th (time/location TBA). Volunteers assist with framing\, siding\, flooring\, trimming\, painting\, installing doors and windows\, landscaping and more! No experience is needed.\nSign Up Here \nQuestions? Contact Anupam Mittra at anupam.mittra@gmail.com.
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/habitat-for-humanity-build-day/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Community Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260322T130816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T214207Z
UID:3695-1775804400-1775808000@rotaryclubofdmam.com
SUMMARY:Matt McIver\, You Are the Message
DESCRIPTION:You Are The Message\n \n\nTBA
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/matt-mciver/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friday Club Mtg
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CREATED:20260130T031128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T214046Z
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SUMMARY:Next Chapter Retirement Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:DMAM Next Chapter Retirement Group Meeting\nWhen: Second Friday of each month\, following the regular Rotary meeting\nWhere: Wakonda Bar\nWho: Retirees\, those considering retirement\, and anyone with stories or advice to share \nJoin 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
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/next-chapter-retirement-group-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Social + Networking Events
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DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260322T131211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T213930Z
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SUMMARY:David Oppedahl\, Chicago Federal Reserve
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Federal Reserve Remarks on the Economy \n\nTBA
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/david-oppedahl-chicago-federal-reserve/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friday Club Mtg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260130T031221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T215008Z
UID:3496-1776412800-1776416400@rotaryclubofdmam.com
SUMMARY:Connection Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Join us! Club volunteers are needed every third Friday following the regular Rotary meeting to make sandwiches for The Connection Cafe.\n\nThe Connection Cafe serves lunch five days a week to homeless and low income individuals and families in downtown Des Moines.\nLearn more at their website https://theconnectioncafe.org/.
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/connection-cafe-4/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260130T031259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T210505Z
UID:3497-1776412800-1776416400@rotaryclubofdmam.com
SUMMARY:DMAM Club Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines A.M. Rotary Board meeting to follow the regular Rotary Meeting.
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/dmam-club-board-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Board + Committee Mtgs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260329T194959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T214933Z
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SUMMARY:Rotarians TBA
DESCRIPTION:Rotarians Telling Their Stories\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEach of us has at least one great story to tell. Join us in hearing as three Des Moines AM Rotary members share their stories in our Friday morning meeting.
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/rotarians-tba/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friday Club Mtg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260130T031049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T140927Z
UID:3494-1778227200-1778230800@rotaryclubofdmam.com
SUMMARY:DMAM Foundation Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines A.M. Rotary Quarterly Foundation Board Meeting to follow the regular Rotary Meeting.
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/dmam-foundation-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Board Mtgs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260130T031342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T214939Z
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SUMMARY:Next Chapter Retirement Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:DMAM Next Chapter Retirement Group Meeting\nWhen: Second Friday of each month\, following the regular Rotary meeting\nWhere: Wakonda Bar\nWho: Retirees\, those considering retirement\, and anyone with stories or advice to share \nJoin 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
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/next-chapter-retirement-group-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Social + Networking Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260130T031418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T221606Z
UID:3499-1778832000-1778835600@rotaryclubofdmam.com
SUMMARY:Connection Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Join us! Club volunteers are needed every third Friday following the regular Rotary meeting to make sandwiches for The Connection Cafe.\n\nThe Connection Cafe serves lunch five days a week to homeless and low income individuals and families in downtown Des Moines.\nLearn more at their website https://theconnectioncafe.org/.
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/connection-cafe-5/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260130T031454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T161305Z
UID:3500-1778832000-1778835600@rotaryclubofdmam.com
SUMMARY:DMAM Club Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines A.M. Rotary Board meeting to follow the regular Rotary Meeting.
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/dmam-club-board-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Wakonda Club\, 3915 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Board + Committee Mtgs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T031857
CREATED:20260317T000608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T194531Z
UID:3676-1779278400-1779282000@rotaryclubofdmam.com
SUMMARY:Lunch & Link
DESCRIPTION:Details TBA
URL:https://rotaryclubofdmam.com/event/lunch-link/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Member Social + Networking Events
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