Welcome to Rotary District 5520
Serving The District
Rotary District 5520 thrives on service above self. From organizing local cleanups to launching international aid projects, we empower clubs to make a difference.
Giving Back
Giving back is at the heart of Rotary. Through our district's collective efforts, we provide scholarships, fund critical community programs, and support global initiatives like PolioPlus.
Building Business
Rotary is where service meets networking. District 5520 fosters an environment where professionals collaborate, grow their businesses, and strengthen local economies.
Rotary District 5520 Celebration – Attendee Agenda
April 24-26, 2025 El Paso, TX | El Paso Convention Center and Hotel Paso del Norte
Thursday, April 24 Check-in, Afternoon Activities and Reception
2:00-5:00pm | In-person Check-in (Hotel Paso del Norte lobby area)
3:00pm | Pre-Conference Day Activities: Meeting locations to be provided for each activity: Streetcar Riding Tour; Downtown Walking Tour; Downtown Museums; Mexican American Cultural Center
5:30pm | In-Person Check-in at La Nube STEAM Discovery Center First Floor lobby
6:00 - 8:30pm | Welcome Reception -- La Nube Galeria Room and Our Sky Exhibit, Second Floor. Entertainment by Billy Townes. Welcome remarks by Mayor Renard Johnson. Youth Exchange attending from 6-7pm.
Friday, April 25, 2025 – Conference Day 1 – El Paso Convention Center
7:00-8:00am | Breakfast (On your own); Exhibitors set up on tables in Mount Franklin Lobby
8:30-9:30am | Opening Ceremonies - Convention Center - El Paso Room. Welcome remarks by El Paso County Chief Administrator Betsy Keller and County Judge Ricardo Samaniego.
9:30-10:00am | Break - Exhibits
10:00-11:45am | Hands on Service Projects (4) - Convention Center - Juarez Room
12:00-1:30pm | All Club Luncheon - Convention Center – El Paso Room. Keynote Speaker: Kelly Tomblin, El Paso Electric Company
1:30-2:00pm | Break – Exhibits
2:00-4:30pm | Rotary Interactive Breakout Sessions (4) - Convention Center -Juarez Room
4:30-5:30pm | Break – Exhibits | Mount Franklin Lobby outside El Paso Room
6:00-8:30pm | Option-1 Chihuahuas Baseball Game & Fellowship - Southwest University Park-Budweiser Bullpen Pavilion
6:00-8:30pm |Option-2 Local Club Hosted Dinners. Homes/Venue to be assigned.
8:30-11:00pm | Hospitality Room Hosted by Gov-Elect Tom Simon, Hotel Paso del Norte Signature Suite #____
Saturday, April 26, 2025 – Conference Day 2
7:00-8:00am | Breakfast (On your own)
7:00-8:00am | Optional Tai-Chi (Hotel PDN El Mirador)
7:30-8:15am | Youth Expo Participants set up their exhibits in Mount Franklin Lobby exhibit area
8:30am | General Session: Celebration of Youth Programs - Convention Center - El Paso Room
8:30-8:50am | General Session: opening remarks and Memorial Service
8:50-9:00am | Rotaract/Interact
9:00-9:30am | RYLA Highlights & Speak-Off Winers (live or via video greeting)
9:30-9:45am | 4-Way Test Essay winners
9:45-10:30am | Youth Exchange Introduction and Performance
10:30-10:45am | Break and Exhibits – Mount Franklin lobby
10:30-11:45am Youth Exhibition – Convention Center – Mount Franklin lobby
12:00-1:30pm | Lunch General Session - Convention Center – El Paso Room
1:30-3:00pm General Exhibits – Convention Center – Mount Franklin lobby
3:00-6:00pm Free Time/Explore El Paso - Streetcar Rides; Downtown Museums; Mission Trail
6:00-9:00pm | Closing Dinner & Awards - Convention Center – El Paso Room (No-Host Bar) Muscial entertainment by Billy Townes and Magician Bob Pattillo.
9:00-11:00pm | Hospitality Room Hosted by Gov-Elect Tom Simon, Hotel Paso del Norte Signature Suite #____
A Message from Governor Yasser
Greetings Fellow Rotary Members and Visitors,
District 5520 is the largest district in the lower 48 states & has nearly 2,000 members.
Rotary's vision statement is: "Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change—across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves."
The Rotary motto of "Service Above Self" is exemplified in the various programs described on these pages. Take a look, let us know if you have any questions, and consider joining the movement!
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