Schedule of Events and Activities

Weekly meetings, fundraisers, service projects, social activities and other events

Weekly meetings are at the Oshkosh Convention Center (2 N Main St, Oshkosh) unless otherwise specified in the meeting description.

Wed Jun 18, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Brenda Doolittle: Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Program - Aurora
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Forensic nurses at Aurora Health Care are available any time of the day or night. In 2016, we provided services to more than 1,400 sexual assault survivors. Our expertise from treating a high volume of survivors helps us provide information, care and compassion when it is most needed.
Thu Jun 19, 202505:30pm - 08:00pm Social: Changing of the Guard
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Join us as we celebrate the changing of the guard from the 2024/2025 to the 2025/2026 Rotary year!

Lakeshore Park Pavillion, 1874 Punhoqua St, Oshkosh
5:30pm-6:30pm ~ Social, Cocktails, Hors d'oeuvres
6:30pm ~ Program

There is a beautiful wrap around deck to sit out on and enjoy the weather and the river. Let’s hope for good weather for a nice social evening to celebrate Erik and his year as President of our club. Food and beverage will be set up inside the pavilion and included in the cost. We will need a few volunteers to help set up during the day along with some help to tear down and clean up. We have the pavilion reserved from Noon until 10pm.
RSVP will be required.

Thank you Erik ~ Welcome Karen!
Wed Jun 25, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Julie Pollnow: XRoads41 Music Festival
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Welcome Julie Pollnow and XRoads41
(Pronounced Crossroads Forty One) Music Festival – the Crossroads of Here & There.

Nestled in the heart of Oshkosh, WI, XRoads41 is more than just a festival; it's a celebration of the human spirit, a crossroads where music, art, and culture converge. For three Xhilarating days, attendees from all corners of the map gather amidst the beauty of the great outdoors, serenaded by the familiar melodies of their favorite artists.

Our festival embodies a unique blend of timelessness and technology. We celebrate the role of time in shaping our musical Xperiences, ensuring that each moment at Xroads41 is unforgettable. Here, the classic meets the cutting-edge, crafting an immersive world where every attendee's journey is singular and special.

Beyond the music, XRoads41 is an authentic Xperience replete with adventures and memories waiting to be made. Dive into diverse musical genres, indulge in local food and beverage delights, or simply soak in the innovative installations that punctuate the event. Our commitment Xtends to ensuring an efficient and seamless Xperience for all, from our digital wristbands and cashless system to our carefully curated audio-visual spectacles.

Set against the backdrop of Oshkosh, the "Wisconsin’s Event City," XRoads41 leverages the town's legacy of hosting iconic events. With its blend of "city" amenities and love for the outdoors, Oshkosh offers the ideal environment to escape and immerse in the festival's offerings. Whether you're a first-timer or a returning enthusiast, XRoads41 promises a dimension of music and culture that will leave you yearning for more.

Join us at XRoads41, where every path leads to discovery.
Wed Jul 02, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: SWR President Karen Boehm: Calgary International Convention
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SWR President Karen Boehm shares her journey to the Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Canada.
Fri Jul 04, 202508:30am - 09:30am Other: 4th of July Parade 2025
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Join us as we lead the 4th of July Parade in Downtown Oshkosh by handing out flags.

Corner of N Main & Waugoo ... stepping off at 8:30am

Flags sponsored by
Oshkosh Southwest Rotary Club
The Oshkosh Rotary Club
Oshkosh Defense
Wed Jul 09, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Liz Nevitt: 6270 District Governor
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6270 District Governor (2025-26) Liz Nevitt visits our club.
Thu Jul 10, 202508:00am - 07:00pm Fundraiser: Brat Fry: Festival Foods
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Join fellow Rotarians and their families for a FUNraiser at Festival Foods' Brat Barn.

Come buy a brat!
Wed Jul 16, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Lea Kitz: The Learning Collaborative
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The Learning Collaborative is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and adults who struggle with reading, writing, or mathematics by helping them directly; providing solid information to them and their families; and offering structural solutions to educational and workplace settings and institutions.
Mon Jul 21, 202512:00pm - 01:30pm Weekly Meeting: EAA Flying Rotarians Picnic 2025
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NOTE CHANGE IN DAY ... MONDAY

EAA Nature Center Pavilion
1157 Galatin Ave, Oshkosh

More information coming
Thu Jul 24, 202504:00pm - 10:00pm Service Project: The Gathering 2025
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EAA Eagle Hangar
300 Poberezny Rd, Oshkosh

25 Volunteers (minimum) needed
Wed Jul 30, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Reid Meisner: Senior Stride - Walk to End Alzheimer's
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Reid Meisner and team from Senior Stride Home Care to discuss how to discuss Alzheimer's and the Walk to End Alzheimers September 27, 2025
Wed Aug 06, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Brody Enli: Christmas Lights for Charity
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Brody Enli (16 years old), and his parents Bronson and Cindy, will be speaking about Brody's journey and the results/success he has had along. He has raised over $22,000.00 for local charities in our community from Christmas light displays.
Wed Aug 13, 202508:30am - 02:30pm Weekly Meeting: Dan Traxler: Rock the Block
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Rock the Block® is a Habitat for Humanity International brand that is focused on bringing people together to revitalize neighborhoods. The purpose is to get neighbors and the greater community working together to improve their city.
Wed Aug 20, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Randy Domer: Local Author
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Today we welcome Randy Domer, author of new book titled Remember When - More Stories from Oshkosh's Historic Past
Thu Aug 21, 202508:00am - 07:00pm Fundraiser: Brat Fry: Festival Foods
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Join fellow Rotarians and their families for a FUNraiser at Festival Foods' Brat Barn.

Come buy a brat!
Wed Aug 27, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Chief Dean Smith: Oshkosh Police Department
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Chief Dean Smith will join us to talk about various programs within the Oshkosh Police Department
Wed Sep 10, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Chief Tim Heiman: Oshkosh Fire Department
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New Fire Chief Tim Heiman will speak regarding programs, safety activities and training.
Wed Sep 17, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Ieva Engel: Oshkosh Area Humane Society
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Executive Director, Ieva Engel joins us with news on the OAHS.
Wed Oct 15, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Lizz Redman: Thunderbird Bakery
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Thunderbird Bakery was started by Texas native Trent Wester after surviving his first winter in his new hometown of Oshkosh, WI. Combining his diverse skills as a craftsman with his passion for delicious, handcrafted food Trent began teaching himself the art of bread and pastry at home and with skilled mentors across the country. They began selling at the farmers market and now have their own space.
Wed Oct 22, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Gordon Hintz: Winnebago County Executive
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Winnebago County Executive, Gordon Hintz joins us today.

In Winnebago County, we take great pride in our communities, our people and our natural resources. Our beautiful lakes include Buttes des Morts, Little Lake Butte des Morts, Poygan, Rush, Winneconne and the largest fresh water lake in Wisconsin, Lake Winnebago. We are the home of several significant industries including leadership in paper production. Our community is the home of many outstanding academic centers including the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, the UW-Fox Valley, and the Fox Valley Technical College.

Our waterways, boat landings and parks offer the best in family recreation. Additionally, we are the home of the Experimental Aircraft Association and host their annual convention, which draws visitors from around the nation and the world. Our most valuable resource is our strong, healthy, and hospitable community. Our desire to make Winnebago County the best place to live, work and visit is evident in each city, township, and village.

Gordon Hintz
Winnebago County Executive
Wed Dec 10, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: Will Deppiesse: Oshkosh Kids Foundation / Tiny House Village
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Will Deppiesse, Vice President Commercial Banking, Nicolet National Bank
Will Deppiesse has significant experience in manufacturing and the related supply chain, transportation, nonprofits, senior housing, investment real estate and professional services firms. He enjoys helping companies grow, advising and connecting people. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Ripon College, is a Certified Treasury Professional and has over 20 years of commercial banking experience throughout Northeast Wisconsin.

Will currently serves as the President for the Oshkosh Kids Foundation and for the Shapiro STEM Academy PTO; is an Advisory Board member for the UW-Oshkosh School of Business; is a board member for the Oshkosh Area School District Education Foundation; and is a member of both the Oshkosh Rotary Club and Oshkosh 4 Education.
Wed Dec 24, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: No Meeting: Happy Holidays
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Wed Dec 31, 202512:00pm - 01:15pm Weekly Meeting: No Meeting: Happy New Year 2026
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