DMAM Monday Memo – March 16, 2026
Next Meeting:  Friday, March 20;  7:00 AM
Program:  Steven Ponsetto, head of AG Cold Case Unit – Cold Case Investigations
 
Sergeant:  Cassie Sampson
Invocation:  Jayne Armstrong
Greeters:  Margaret Borgen & Steve Kersten
Club Service Table:  Jim Langin & Pat Schroeder
 
Click Here for Upcoming Speakers
If you’re unable to perform the duty assigned above, please find a replacement and report the change to Liz O’Connor at liz@rotaryclubofdmam.com and Zach Bouslog at zach.bouslog@morganstanley.com
UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS
March  17  St. Patrick's Day Parade - DMAM Rotary Float, details below!
March  20  Program:  Steven Ponsetto, head of AG Cold Case Unit – Cold Case Investigations
March  20  Connection Café sandwich making following Rotary
March  20  DMAM Club Board Meeting 8am in Blue View
March  27  Program:  Connie Wimer, BPC Chairwoman & Founder – Reflections and Expectations 
March  27  District Governor Norlan Hinke meets with Club Board, 8am Blue View
March  28  District Grant Management Seminar
April  1   Meals From The Heartland service event - details below
April  2   Member Relations Social: 4-6pm at The Angry Goldfish - details below
April  3   Program:  Robert Cramer, Chair of Board of Regents – Top 10 Things You Didn't Know About Iowa's Public Universities
April  3   DMAM Club Apparel Preview, 8am in West Room
April  3   New Member Orientation Session, 8am in Blue View
April  4   Trash Talk: 42nd Street Cleanup - details below
April  8   A Neighbor's Breakfast: Iowa Homeless Youth Shelter - details below
April 10  Program:  Matt McIver – You Are the Message: Storytelling as a Business Differentiator
April 10  Next Chapter Retirement Group Meeting, 8am Wakonda Bar
April 10  Habitat for Humanity Build Event - details below
April 10  DMAM Rotary Home Socials - details below
 
 
**For more event details don’t forget to check our website!
Calendar of Events
PROPOSED NEW MEMBERS
 
Frankie Accurso
Connectify HR
1840 NW 118th St, Suite 108
Clive, IA 50325
Classification: Sales - Human Resources (PEO)
Sponsor: Melissa Ness
 
If you have questions or concerns regarding the above proposed member(s), contact Membership Committee chair Mary Hunter at Mary.Hunter@dmgoodwill.org.
 
 
ST PATRICK'S DAY PARADE MARCH 17th - DMAM ROTARY FLOAT
Walkers & float riders needed to represent the DMAM Rotary. Friends & family are welcome to join us.  SIGN UP HERE
 
10:30 am - Rotarians meet @ Grand & Robert D Ray Dr to decorate the float
12:00 pm - The parade starts
Parade Route:  Intersection of Grand Avenue and Robert D. Ray Drive. It will head down Grand Avenue. The parade officially ends at the Marriott - 7th.
  • Bring Candy or swag to hand out!
Join us for a networking social after parade ends at The Iowa Tap: 215 E 3rd St #100, Des Moines.
 
May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow,
And may trouble avoid you wherever you go.
Angie Weller & Member Relations Committee
 
 
DMAM MEMBER RELATIONS HAPPY HOUR APRIL 2ND
Join us for our next Member Relations get-together on Thursday, April 2nd from 4-6pm at The Angry Goldfish, 2301 SW 9th St, Des Moines IA 50315.
 
 
DMAM HOME SOCIALS APRIL 10th
Join us on Friday, April 10th, for a special hosted social. Several of our members are opening their homes for an evening of fellowship.
How to Join:
  • Sign Up: Choose your location via THIS LINK.
  • Deadline: Please register by Friday, April 3rd.
  • Guests: Plus-ones are welcome! Please include them in your total party count.
Specific times and addresses will be sent to attendees closer to the date.
A huge thank you to our generous hosts!
Questions? Contact Ryan Newton at ryan@ssb.bank or 563-451-6822.
 
 
COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENTS & SIGNUPS
Trash Talk on 42nd Street
Saturday, April 4th (10-11am) meet at Des Moines Community Playhouse, 831 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50312.  42nd Street Cleanup - Highway from I-235 to Kingman Blvd. Gloves and bags provided. Drinks after at the Library Cafe, 3506 University Ave., Des Moines, IA 50311.  Sign Up Link
 
A Neighbor's Breakfast: Iowa Homeless Youth Shelter
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. Impact: view Fritz's story here.  Sign Up Link
 
Habitat For Humanity Build Day
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.  Sign Up Link
 
Questions? Contact Anupam Mittra at anupam.mittra@gmail.com.
 
 
MEALS FROM THE HEARTLAND
Please join our volunteer crew to package meals for malnourished and food-insecure children and families across Iowa, the United States, and the world.
After the event, Rotarians are headed to Bix & Co. at 111 5th St, West Des Moines, for food, drink and fellowship.  Non-packagers are welcome to join in.
 
Thank you,
Tom Hudson
NOTICE: NO LONGER ACCEPTING CASH FOR VISITOR FEE
Please note that the $25 visitor fee at the Friday morning meeting can be paid with card or check; we will no longer be taking cash at the check-in desk. Thank you!
 
UPDATING THE MEMBER DIRECTORY
To ensure our club directory is as vibrant and connected as our members, please take a quick moment to update your profile and upload a current photo in ClubRunner. View step-by-step instructions in the Download Files at the bottom of the Monday Memo.
SAVE THESE DATES:
  • DMAM Rotary Member Relations Happy Hour
    Always the 1st Thursday of each month from 4-6 pm. 
    Locations are to be announced closer to each event.
    Questions reach out to Angie Weller @ 515-770-5812
  • Next Chapter Retirement Group Meetings 
    Always the second Friday of each month at 8am following the Rotary meeting. 
    Location: Wakonda Bar
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS  
 
 
CHANGE COURSE BLACK TIE GALA - April 9, 2026
This elegant evening will celebrate stories of transformation from our community and help fuel the future of our work. The goal is to raise $150,000 to expand life-changing career pathways for the individuals we serve, increasing access to sustainable employment and long-term stability.
 
Tickets
  • Individual Tickets: $150
  • Price increases to $200 the week of the event
Reserved tables are available through event sponsorships.
 
Purchase tickets and learn more at www.changecoursegala.com.
We would be honored to have you join us for this special evening!
 
Submitted by Jjuan Hakeem, guest of Matt Nuetzman
 
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • DMAM Rotarians are welcome to submit corporate and community event information for distribution to members as part of the Monday Memo.
  • Keep announcements brief!
  • The submission deadline is the close of business each Friday and must contain only text (no pictures or graphics).
 
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Access Member Directory Instructions
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