As we arrive at June, the final month of the Rotary year, we celebrate Rotary Fellowships Month—a time dedicated to the friendships, camaraderie, and global connections that make Rotary so much more than a service organization. While our projects change lives, it is often the relationships we build along the way that keep us engaged, inspired, and committed to our shared mission.
I was reminded of this power of fellowship just a few weeks ago during our Joint District Conference on Martha's Vineyard. What an incredible weekend it was! Rotarians from across District 7910 and District 7950 came together to learn, celebrate, serve, and strengthen friendships both old and new. Throughout the conference, I witnessed the very best of Rotary: laughter shared over meals, meaningful conversations between members who had never met before, and a genuine excitement for the future we are building together.
As we continue the journey toward creating our new district in 2029, the conference demonstrated that our future is bright. The fellowship and camaraderie we experienced on the Vineyard showed that while district boundaries may eventually change, our shared commitment to Service Above Self and our passion for making a difference remain constant. We are truly stronger together.
On a personal note, I want to express my deepest gratitude to each of you. Serving as your District Governor has been one of the greatest honors of my life. Over the past eleven months, I have had the privilege of visiting clubs, participating in service projects, celebrating achievements, and witnessing firsthand the extraordinary impact Rotarians across our district make every day. Thank you for your friendship, your support, and your dedication to Rotary.
The Rotary Club of Brookline partnered with the Brookline Teen Center in sponsoring a LGBTQ Pride Parade Barbecue on May 21st. Club members served a festive barbecue meal directly following a school pride parade to 100 teens, family members, middle & high school faculty and staff. The Brookline Teen Center Band provided upbeat music while kids danced and everyone enjoyed a wonderful celebration.
On May 14, 2026, the Waltham Rotary Club toasted 100 years of service above self with many friends and colleagues. Long-term Rotarians from near and far were present, as were several Rotarians from neighboring clubs. We were especially delighted to include leaders from the local nonprofit community as our guests for the evening. Proceeds from the event, along with other fundraising throughout the year, will be awarded as grants to these amazing organizations. Stay tuned for that announcement in July! 
3 weeks to RYLA, June 26, 27, 28
Our small (but growing!) and strong club packed 10,000 meals on May 9th for our 3rd Annual Packing Event.
The Rotary Club of Bedford gathered on May 5 to celebrate one of its own in a memorable meeting that drew a distinguished group of visiting dignitaries, including District Governor Johnny Ahern, District Governor Elect Penny Hamel, and Past District Governor Joyce Graff. The occasion: honoring Past District Governor Ralph Hammond with not one but two Rotary International awards — the Avenues of Service Award and the Service Above Self Award.
Experience a people-to-people tour of Ghana-Togo-Benin with in-country guides/hosts. Meet, eat and sleep (over :-) a night with Ghanaian Rotarians. Connect with a school community in remote Ghana. Learn more Sunday, 5/17, 4:30 pm in Ayer, at a pre-trip meeting. (Zoom available.)
Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with the Natick Rotary Club at the 23rd Annual Tour de Natick on Sunday, June 21st! This family-friendly community event features a fun 6-mile Family Fun Ride through Natick and supports Rotary’s charitable initiatives benefiting local and global communities. Riders of all ages are invited to enjoy a festive morning of cycling, music, refreshments, and community spirit. Early bird pricing is available through May 31st. Learn more and register at the Tour de Natick registration
oin Charles River Rotary Club as we celebrate our 13th Annual Scoopapalooza All You Can Eat Ice Cream Fundraiser on Natick Common Saturday June 27 from 11:30 to 3pm. Tickets are $8. Enjoy many Hood Ice Cream flavors, flavored syrup and sprinkles toppings and Richie’s Italian Ice. Scoopapalooza raises significant funds for Charles River Rotary’s philanthropic efforts, including scholarships for high school seniors, Natick Service Council, a dance for young adults with special needs, RYLA, local veterans and many local nonprofits. If you’d like to volunteer, please contact 
The Franklin Rotary Club & New England Chapel are “Gearing Up” for their 10th Annual Car Show, slated for October 3, 2026, from 9:30 AM – 1PM, located at the New England Chapel, 300 Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038. Registration is $20 per car, and entry is FREE to spectators. This car show welcomes vehicles of all types; Antique, Muscle, Classic, Custom, Motorcycles and out of the norm new cars! Trophies will be awarded at 12:30pm. The Rotary Club Car Show has now become a staple of the Franklin Community, and we are proud to offer this event to all.
