Morley Global Grant - Applications due March 20

at jmfukami@gmail.com.
Morley Global Grant - Applications due March 20![]() This is a fantastic opportunity to support a local U.S. resident by hosting them or helping them find a host abroad for their research or studies. Applications are due by March 20, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to promote Rotary and help a graduate student advance their work. Applications are due by March 20, 2025 and must be sent to Joyce Fukami at jmfukami@gmail.com. For more details and to view the application, CLICK HERE. For questions, contact Joyce directly at jmfukami@gmail.com.
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RYLA Reservations (# of students) due Feb 15![]() Thank you to those that attended the required RYLA training. We love informed RYLA fans. ====> NOTE: RYLA Reservations (the # of students you will send) is due by Feb 15. RYLA Chairs, check your email for more details. |
2025 Natick Rotary Grant Applications accepted through Feb 15![]() Apply now for your opportunity to receive a grant through our Rotary Grant Program. Our typically grant size is $500- $2,000. If you or anyone you know, does good things in the Natick area, please apply today using the link below. All grant applications must be received before February 15, 2025. |
Natick Rotary Fundraiser at Mexicali Cantina Grill Feb 16 & 17![]() |
Spaghetti Supper Feb 22 in Littleton![]() |
Rotary Club of Littleton Welcomed Littleton High School Band![]() Photo: Littleton High School Band
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Help Californians![]() District 5280 has established a Disaster Relief Fund to help raise funds for those in need. Their plan includes raising funds, coordinating resources, and managing volunteers. Please help! You can donate by credit card HERE.
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Why should your community start an Interact Club?![]() Mentoring: Rotarians can mentor young people who want to help the community, and these young people can become future Rotarians. New energy: Interact clubs can bring new ideas and support to Rotary projects. Community awareness: Interact clubs can spread awareness of Rotary in the community. |
Need Somthing Fixed? Repair Cafe, Sun Feb 9, 2025 2-5 pm @ Scott Hall, 24 Vernon Street, Framingham, MA![]() Have something that needs repair - don't throw it out!! Give it a chance at the Repair Café, Sunday, Feb. 9 at Scott Hall. |
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Spaghetti Supper to Support Debs Beds - Feb 22![]() Hosted by the Congregational Church, all proceeds to benefit the Rotary Club of Littleton's Debs Beds. Find us on Facebook at DebsBeds.org to learn more. We provide solid wood, handmade twin beds or bunkbeds, brand new mattress, pillow, sheets and blankets for children who are sleeping on the floor.
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Left, Center, Right Game Night Fundraiser for Rotary Club of Littleton's Debs Beds - Jan 18![]() |
Items for Lowell Transitional Living Center (January)![]() |
District 7910 and the Rotary Foundation in Action in Kenya![]() Photo: One of many empowering signs around the Rare Gem Talent School, supported by sculptor Mark Stoddart of our World Disability Advocacy e-club.
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District 7910 Foundation Zoom Meeting Open To All Feb 20 7pm![]() |
Everyone is Raving About the "Simply Irresistible" Membership Series - Feb 3 @ 7pm![]() |
Ignite Membership: Spark Growth in Your Club![]() A wish is not a plan. It takes a strategy. Let us help you with some fresh ideas! |
Book Nooks for Elementary Schools Without Libraries in Worcester (ongoing)![]() |
District 7910 featured in Rotary Magazine![]() |
Invitation to vacation with Rotarians in Italy![]() |
Jimmy Carter, 1924-2024Jimmy Carter's vision for peace
It’s a crisp, sunny day in late October, and school groups are touring the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library in Atlanta. They see the Bible that the 39th U.S. president took his oath on, a campaign ledger, and a mockup of the Oval Office – as well as his diploma in square dancing, a “Peanuts to President” game board, and a Marvel comic with the Carter family joining Captain America in saving energy. At the end of the exhibit is Carter’s Nobel Peace Prize, which he received in 2002 in recognition of his decades of work advancing peace and human rights. “This is the biggest award in the world,” one of the field trip leaders explains to the elementary school students. Then she puts it into terms they will understand: “This is bigger than the Super Bowl MVP, believe it or not.” Read the rest of the story on Rotary.org. |
New Year Challenge: Asking All Clubs to support one Global Rotary Initiative (by January 8)![]() Photo: The Rotary Foundation offers a lifeline to Ugandan mothers and babies
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New Year's Resolution - To be a Better Rotarian by Joining the Upcoming RLI![]() |
District 7910 in Kenya![]() |
Need warm clothing for Transition shelter in Lowell, MA.![]() |
Left, Right, Center Fundraiser for Rotary Club of Littleton's Debs Beds![]() |
RYLA Graduate in Action![]() Photo: The Barbanti Family. Chris Barbanti is CEO of JetSweep, a sponsor.
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A small book, packed with info, wows third graders in Natick![]() |
Rotary Northeast Presidents-Elect Learning Seminar (NEPELS) Registration is Open!![]() |
RYLA 7910 Hard at Work Selecting 2025 GFs!![]() |
Blackstone Valley Rotary's Dog Bed Christmas Tree! |
District RLI is on January 18th!![]() |
Lowell Rotary Marshmallows for Scholars![]() |
RYLA 2025 Save the Date and New Price![]() RYLA is 3 days of action packed, interactive and introspective sessions with and specifically for High School Sophomores. Activities are designed to help students to stretch and grow. Our full program includes a variety of challenges and enriching sessions which allow them to learn about themselves and others. Students will engage with small and large groups in a program created by student input. |
ShelterBox Snippets![]() In celebration of this holiday season, I want to share how thankful I am for all you do for Rotary and for ShelterBox. I joined Rotary 20 years ago next week and began volunteering for ShelterBox in 2010. To say volunteering for ShelterBox was a life changing event for me is not hyperbole. I found how I can truly make Service Above Self a part of my life as a ShelterBox volunteer. We need more Rotarians in District 7910 to help us grow. |
You Can't Take it With You, But You Can Make It Last Forever: Bequests!![]() |
Weston-Wayland Rotary Christmas Tree Sale![]() All proceeds will go to college scholarships for Weston and Wayland high school seniors, and our conservation, food security and other charitable projects. We are looking for volunteers to help us sell the trees and, of course, to get a tree! Sign up here to volunteer. There are two 3-hour shifts a day from 9am - 3pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays until we sell out. It's fun, fellowship, and usually a hot cuppa something and snacks. Note: With the very dry weather, some Massachusetts Christmas Tree farms are not cutting their trees, so supplies may be tight and prices may be high.
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Another Successful Pints for Polio![]() On October 24, World Polio Day, Rotary members and friends gathered at Craft Food Hall to raise money to end Polio. It was a massive success! We raised a grand total of.... (read more) DG-E Johnny was in the house!
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Ending War 101 - Webinar for Peace - Dec 13![]() |
Join the Rotary Club of Bedford's Winter Community Breakfast on 12/8
The Winter Community Breakfast is a cherished tradition in Bedford, bringing together families, friends, and neighbors for a morning filled with holiday cheer. While enjoying a hot pancake breakfast, attendees can have photos taken with Santa, visit the winter-themed photo booth, take part in multi-cultural crafts, and listen to live holiday music! |
Waltham Rotary Music Bingo planned for January 31, 2025![]() It's back! Come and join the Rotary Club of Waltham for a night of music bingo, fun, food, and fundraising! Waltham Rotary Music Bingo is planned for January 31, 2025. Our first Music Bingo raised over $20,000 for area nonprofits and local scholarships. We are thrilled to host this event again in the new year at the American Legion Post 156 in Waltham - doors open 6pm. Tickets sold at the door. Hope to see you there. Check our Facebook page for updates. https://www.facebook.com/WalthamRotaryClub
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Multiple Refugee Families Assisted by Southborough Club Coat Collection![]() ![]() ![]() |
Do you want to be a leader of your Club?![]() RLI will be held at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School in Marlborough on January 18, 2025 from 7:30 (breakfast) to 3 PM. Lunch and a snack will also be provided. The Graduate topic this year is "Dealing with Change." Click here https://rlinea.org/.
If you have any questions, or if you would like a presenter to talk about RLI to your club, please contact me. |
Care Packaging for Troops![]() Photo: Concord Rotarians Sharon Spaulding, Thomas Hampton, Joe Anderson, and Liz Cobbs
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Meet the Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy![]() |
Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is Coming to a Location Near You![]() |
Every Year Rotary Awards 130 Peace Fellowships![]() |
Annual Thanksgiving Day Breakfast in Littleton![]() |
Framingham Rotary Holiday Craft Fair at Keefe Tech on December 14th![]() |
Come to the Annual Tree Lighting on the Common, Sunday, December 1st!![]() |
Rotary Club of Tyngsboro/Dunstable Fundraiser![]() Ten different eateries took part in the event. A decent selection of food was brought by the establishments, and a few of them were able to donate gift cards as door prizes. The occasion was a huge success. The club has made the decision to hold this event as a long-term one. We were allowed to use, wash, and return the tablecloths that the high school donated. We were able to segregate the garbage items and the dishes and utensils were made of sustainable materials. The entertainment was Mike Gacek, which everyone enjoyed
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Tyngsboro-Dunstable Taste of the Town event that that exemplifies sustainability
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Veteran’s Day Lunch at the VFW on Taylor StreetThe Rotary Club of Littleton MA will be making lunch – chicken casserole, salad, vegetable, cranberry sauce, rolls and drinks. The Friends of the VFW will provide dessert. We will set up at the VFW around 11 am on Monday. ![]() Veterans are the most unique and special people we know. They are the only people willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we all enjoy. Shown here are Littleton veterans John Borosky, Gary Wilson, and George Sanders awarded Quilts of Valor.
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Forum on Polio Risks in the Middle East - Nov 21![]() On Thursday 11/21, there will be 7-8pm ZOOM Forum on Rotary's responding to current polio risks in the Middle East. Mike McGovern, RI Chair of the International PolioPlus Committee will be the speaker.
FREE and OPEN TO ALL ROTARIANS AND THE PUBLIC by registering at brooklinerotary.org/event/rotary-7pm-zoom-forum/ The Forum is sponsored by Brookline Rotary and co-sponsored by Needham, Cambridge and Parkway Rotary Clubs. |
Rotary Club of Bedford sponsors and provides in-person construction help for Habitat for Humanity![]() |
Feeding the Hungry at St. Paul's Kitchen in Lowell, 29 October 2024![]() Photo: Lowell Rotarians Preparing to Serve Dinner
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Enter Wellesley Rotary Club’s 4th Annual "Dinner On Us" Sweepstakes by midnight on Nov 15![]() |
Framingham Rotary Holiday Craft Fair at Keefe Tech on December 14th![]() |
Lounge 250 Event for Concord Senior Citizens - Oct 22![]() Photo: From left to right: Heather, Richard, Sheila, Jean, Steve L, Dave, Hilary, Steve K, Sharon, Peggy, Therese, Becky and John
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Pints for Polio - October 24 @ Craft Food Hall Waltham
As of Friday evening (10/25), we've raised $1,570 for the End Polio Now fund and will keep the fundraising page open through midnight on Halloween. Donations go directly to The Rotary Foundation. |
The Rotary Foundation’s Magic: A Celebration of Your Impact - our District Foundation Dinner - Nov 13![]() Wednesday, November 13, 2024 cocktails at 5:30, dinner at 6:00pm. Hudson Portuguese Club, 13 Port Street, Hudson, MA 01749 $35 per person through the reservation deadline on November 10th. Space is limited so be sure to register now! Click HERE to register. If you're not sure how to log on, just register as a guest! |
What is your Club's IQ? Simply Irresistible Series Continues on November 4th![]() What is your Club’s IQ (Irresistibility Quotient)? This month we will be discussing strategies to enhance member engagement. The research is indisputable, get your members engaged and they will stay with the club. However, reaching out to them is not always easy and once you do, how do you get them invested in the club's activity?
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The District's Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is almost here! - Jan 18![]() |
As American as Apple Pie - Oct 19
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Come One, Come All to DOGDAY 2024 in Brookline!![]() Local vendors, food trucks, and activities including a Halloween Dog-Costume competition, games, art activities, face painting, and more will spirit the day! Also, booths with information for dog owners and those curious about dog breeds and shelter dogs. |
Rotary Business Networking Works - Nov 19
Business Networking Success Stories: The series been a productive element of business growth and development over time. At every session, Rotarians share excellent business insight, resource, and solutions. Typically, attendees leave with 2, 3 or more actionable strategies to enhance their business or career. <The next gathering on Tuesday, November 19 from 8-9 a.m. at Mel's Commonwealth Cafe in Wayland. RSVP here to attend. > Here are a few "success stories:" |
12th Annual Framingham Rotary Pancake Breakfast, Nov. 2, @ Keefe Tech![]() Where: East Side Cafe - Keefe Technical School - 750 Winter Street - Framingham, MA (Map/Directions) When: Nov. 2, 2024 7:30am - 11am Enjoy delicious pancakes served with maple syrup (or not), sausage, juice, coffee and milk.
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District Foundation Dinner on November 13th, 2024![]() Space is limited so be sure to register now! Click HERE to register. Earlybird! $30 per person through November 1, $35 pp thereafter
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 6:00pm. Hudson Portuguese Club, 13 Port Street, Hudson, MA 01749 |
Pints for Polio, Oct 24 in Waltham -- All Are Welcome!![]() Come join us at Craft Food Hall in Waltham to recognize World Polio Day: “Pints for Polio” on Thursday, October 24th, 2024 at 6 p.m.!Please invite all your members, friends, family, and contacts to a fantastic evening starting at 6:00 PM. Here's what's planned:
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Help Rotary Members in Zones 33 and 34 recover from Hurricane Helene![]() Friends,
I appreciate your concern and prayers as communities across Zones 33 and 34 try to survive the next few days before starting the long recovery following Hurricane Helene. We have established a fund where those who would like to assist recovery efforts by making a donation can do so via online payment, mailed check, or wire transfer. Information to make a donation is at https://www.rizones33-34.org/disaster-relief/. |
Join us in CalgaryEmbark on an exhilarating journey of connection and inspiration at the 2025 Rotary International Convention in Calgary! Engage in riveting discussions, learn from distinguished speakers, and explore enlightening breakout sessions against the backdrop of Calgary's picturesque beauty nestled amid the Canadian Rockies. |
Holiday Food Drive for Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, October 14-November 24![]() |
Framingham Club hosts Cornhole Tournament on October 27th![]() |
Insurance Coverage and Protecting your Club from Liability![]() The answers to these and many other questions were shared at the DG Open Doors Zoom session, "Insurance and Protection from Liability" Wednesday, October 23, at 6 pm. |
Milford Rotary Club Sponsors Exchange Student to SwedenImage: Sasha attends Orientation & Language Camp in Sweden, August 2024 |
TREK Sturbridge Halloween 5K & 1K; a Family-Friendly event. October 27![]() |
Pigs Might Fly and They Did![]() Let's all kick the polio virus off the planet! Meet other survivors, learn their stories, and learn why it is so important to complete this job NOW! Here is my story...
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Save the Date - Jan 18 - The Entrepreneur's Source will be coming to our District![]() |
IQ (Irresistibility Quotient): Strategies to Enhance Participant Engagement![]() |
Nov 13: Hold the Date: Meet the Foundation and Honor Donors![]() We will honor all our Paul Harris Fellows and members of the Paul Harris, Polio Plus, and Arch Klumpf Societies of donors who contribute to the Foundation. Please plan to join us! Registration will be opening soon at https://rotary7910.org/event/district-foundation-dinner-1/
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Leaders Wanted! District Leadership Nominations Are Now Being Accepted![]() • District Governor 2027-2028 • District Treasurer 2025-2028 • Two District Trustees 2025-2028 |
Next Simply Irresistible Series Discussion "Creating a Welcoming Culture" Scheduled for October 7th![]() |
Virtual Summit Focuses on Better Education for Children with Disabilities - Oct 25![]() |
Rotary Youth Exchange Information Session -- October 16 @7:30 pm![]() We'll also answer questions about how to apply, costs, timelines, and eligibility. |
Community Recycling Event in Marlborough, Oct 19![]() Recycle your JUNK! Community recycling event, all towns welcome! $40 car/pick-up truck load with additional costs depending on the items. Located at Navin Rink 451 Bolton St Marlborough, MA.
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Natick Rotary Club "Brett Conaway Cup" Golf Tournament- October 18th at Sandy Burr Country Club Wayland MA![]() Come join us for the Brett Conaway Cup on October 18th at the Sandy Burr Country Club. This fundraiser for the Natick Rotary Club supports our mini grant program which helps fund 10-15 local organizations annually. There will be great raffle prizes, fun on the course, buffet lunch, and more. It's a guaranteed good time! To register or sponsor: https://natickrotary.org/2024_golf_Tournament/
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Watertown Rotary’s Annual Senior Citizen Cookout, Getting to the Meat of the Matter![]() Photo: Rotarian, Paul, pictured working the line.
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Help our Clubs Be Irresistible! Sign Up For Visioning Training on October 26![]() |
Rotary Champions Global Peace![]() |
Embrace A Family is celebrating its 15th anniversary on September 18th!![]() Join them on September 18th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm at Lookout Farm in South Natick for a casual evening of appetizers, dessert, cash bar and a little fun-raising. Purchase tickets at embraceafamily.org. 100% of the evening’s proceeds will be donated to Embrace A Family and will be used to help families in the Natick community struggling with the hardships of cancer. To purchase tickets or to learn more about Embrace A Family, visit their website at embraceafamily.org |
Framingham Rotary Club Cornhole Tournament - October 27th![]() Food, drink and raffle. $100 per team. Register here. Proceeds will benefit local not-for-profit organizations. Food and beverages will be available. |
Lowell Rotary's Harvest Ball for Seniors- October 22![]() |
It's not too late to play in the Blackstone Valley Golf Tournament! (Sep 25)![]() Only $125 per golfer includes breakfast, great golf, boxed lunch, prizes & raffles, and dinner. All the usual tournament fun will be there (longest drive, closest to the pin, etc), and even a putting contest! Blissful Meadows award-winning layout caters to both high & low handicap golfers, and offers varying fade and draw shots to satisfy both left-handed and right-handed golfers. |
Rotary at the Rotary (in Watertown)![]() |
Taste of the Town in Tyngsboro/Dunstable - October 22nd![]() Buy your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/929770046237?aff=oddtdtcreator |
Haunted House on September 28th![]() |
Connect with Your Community, Grow Your Club![]() In 2020, as the world faced the challenges of a global pandemic, Sarah Garrette was looking for a way to stay grounded while making a difference. A simple Facebook search led her to the Rotary Club of Springboro, Ohio. |
How can we tell what's true online?![]() Rotary member Anahita Dalmia of the Rotary Club of Newport Beach, USA is helping young people answer this question through a video game. She developed a game, Agents of Influence, to help 11-to-13-year-olds cultivate media literacy, thinking critically about content they encounter online. |
Map Your Peace Pole![]() Check out the global Peace Pole Map. |
9 days, 640,000 children, 1.3M doses. The plan to vaccinate Gaza’s young against polio![]() On Saturday, the news broke: The World Health Organization and its partners are gearing up for an ambitious mass vaccination campaign in the Gaza Strip after an 11-month-old boy contracted the Palestinian enclave’s first case of polio in 25 years.
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Left Right Center Tournament in Leominster Oct 25![]() When: Friday, October 25, 2024 Doors open at 6:00 pm & Game starts at 7:00 pm Where: The Elks Lodge, 134 North Main St., Leominster, MA Tickets: $25.00 per person – includes Game Play, Pizza & Snacks Contact: Paul Gauvin at 978-855-2145 or email: paul@wsbeauty.com Click "Read more" to see the flyer.
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Setting Club Goals, winning Awards![]() Our goal this year is that at least half the clubs submit their applications and win an Award to be presented at the District Conference in May. Setting goals in writing is the first step in achieving those goals. Let's learn together how to use the Rotary tools to ensure the success of all our clubs. At the first of a series of Open Doors meetings Joyce shared the criteria for this year's Awards, and showed how to achieve them. If you missed the live session, please check out the replay |
Sturbridge Rotarian Otto Prohaska Dies from Tragic Accident – Family Needs Our Help![]() Everyone was enjoying the tournament when a thunderstorm approached, and the course needed to be cleared. Otto climbed aboard the back of a golf cart, from which he fell and struck his head on the pavement, resulting in multiple skull fractures and severe bleeding. He was transported to UMass Medical Center where he underwent emergency surgery. Despite heroic efforts, doctors were unable to save his life.
Otto had dedicated his life to service, both as a Rotarian and throughout his career. He joined Rotary in 1988 and was named Rotarian of the year by the Sturbridge Club for the 2022-2023 Rotary year, where he was known for both his kindness and intelligence. Professionally, he led a medical startup focused on novel cell and gene-based therapies designed to cure cancer, autoimmune, infectious, and rare diseases. His company, TransCytos, discovered a way to deliver these treatments at low cost and sought to make them available to patients and hospitals worldwide. Otto and his family committed all their resources to this effort, which leaves Julie and Adrian in a precarious position due to this tragedy. District Governor Joyce adds “Our hearts go out to Otto's wife Julie and their son Adrian, on the loss of their husband and father. We ask that you consider a donation to support them with the unforeseen expenses imposed by this terrible accident. As Rotarians, we want to warmly embrace these members of our Rotary family in their time of need. Thank you so much.” District 7910 has already sent a significant donation to the Prohaska family, and we ask that you consider helping to the extent that you can. Here again is the link to contribute through our District Charity Fund. Please also consider sharing this request for help on your social media. Finally, please keep Otto, Julie and Adrian in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your support. |
Webinar: Strategies to Increase Your Club's Impact in Your Community![]() |
Help D7910 "Bounce" for the Foundation! Sep 17![]() DGE Johnny Ahern will be representing our amazing District 7910 in a Zorb Competition in Toronto for the Zone 28 & 32 Leadership training! |
Appreciating YOU for your diligence![]() Photo: 1. Members of the Athol-Orange club built two bridges along the North Quabbin Trail.
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Short Term Exchange Students Went to Spain for Summer!![]() Photo: Oliver Moon and his host brother Tristan in Murcia, Spain. July 2024.
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Rotary Project - MiDesk - Seeks Supporting Clubs![]() |
Duck "Dump" Adds New Excitement to NVSR's Annual Duck Race![]() |
Mark Your Calendar! The Next Simply Irresistible Membership Workshop is September 9th![]() |
ShelterBox Event Aug 28![]() |
Visioning– Help Our Clubs Plan Their Future Success![]() |
Resilience in the Face of Polio![]() |
Students Lead Enviro-projects![]() |
Wachusett Area Rotary Club Golf Tournament Fundraiser September 16, 2024![]() |
When Was The Last Time Your Club Has Done A Global Grant?Rotary is an International Organization with 46,000 clubs in 220 countries! Rotary urges clubs to Partner with Clubs outside their country to do good. Your District 7910 has significant funds available for Global Grants that can make your ideas happen.
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What Does a Hippo and The Rotary Foundation Have in Common? (Sep 16)![]() |
ClubRunner Training for Club Leaders![]() |
District 7910 Bids Farewell to our 2023-2024 Youth Exchange Inbound Students![]() Photo: Val and Diego prepare for the Inbound Students' Parade of Flags at the District Conference in May, 2024.
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Our club is going great! I think?![]() |
Spirit of Hudson Brewfest August 10th![]() |
Increase Membership by Understanding Anytown USA![]() |
Did you know August is Membership and New Club Development Month?![]() |
Mark you Calendar: Ask the Experts Anything About Membership![]() |
3 Actions to Impact Public Image Today!![]() |
Make Your Club Simply Irresistible! |
Meet Your Phone App![]() This session took place July 17. The recording is now available: |
Felipe Finishes His Junior Year in Switzerland as a District 7910 Youth Exchange Student![]() Image: Felipe gives a presentation (in French) to his host Rotary Club in Switzerland. Spring 2024. The yellow arrow points to Felipe -- seated in his navy Rotary blazer. |
Help Wanted: Expert News Sleuth![]() |
RYLA students can become members of ESRAG - Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group!![]() Students can also apply for Travel Award to attend the Aquaculture 2025 meeting in New Orleans, March 6-10, 2025, where the new initiative of Rotary International and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to protect, restore, and sustain freshwater ecosystems will be highlighted (www.rotary.org/en/rotary-unep-partnership). |
Marlborough Rotary Golf Classic - Sept 11![]() Help support the Marlborough Rotary Club's Homeless Women Initiatives. September 11, 2024 8am Juniper Hill Golf Course Northborough, MA Pre June 30: $135 Golf - Register here.
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District 7910 Helps Meals of Hope pack 100 Millionth Meal![]() Photo: 30,000 meals boxed and ready for pickup |
Thank you for supporting The Rotary Foundation this past year!![]() |
Building Successful Partnerships in Your Community![]() |
Remarks from Incoming DG Joyce
It is my great honor and pleasure to accept the role of District Governor for the year 2024-2025. I have had the honor of serving under two terrific District Governors before me – Elliott Rittenberg and Victor Tom -- and I will be passing it on in one year’s time to Johnny Ahern and then to Penny Hamel, both of whom are also strong leaders that I know will build us up even more. Elliott, Johnny, Penny and I are your leadership team for the coming year. It’s not a one-person effort, just as leading each of your clubs is not a one-person endeavor. We all need backup. And I could not wish for a stronger team than this one. TEAMWORK. You will hear that theme again and again from me throughout the year. Four months ago I had a very strong lesson in the importance of teamwork. I had been working for a year with six other districts to prepare for our Presidents-Elect Training Seminar (fondly known as “PETS”) – a training session for 500 leaders in seven districts. This was to be the premiere training event for all those who will be Presidents of your clubs during my year as Governor. Two weeks before that event I fell and broke two vertebrae in my back. I was literally flat on my back in the hospital, with no hope of showing up at the event. Fortunately, I had not only been working with the PETS team, I had been meeting weekly with our District team. We had been sharing ideas; we were all on the same wavelength. We talked on the phone, and Johnny and Elliott and Karin Gaffney stepped into my role at PETS and did a fabulous job. PETS was great, and I learned more than ever before the value of teamwork. |
Remarks from Outgoing DG Elliott![]() ![]() Of all that I have learned this year, I think the two most important takeaways are first, that the world needs Rotary and the things we do more than ever, and second, that none of the jobs we do in Rotary are jobs that we do alone. Now, I’d like to share with you a story about connections. Early this year, I received an email, out of the blue, from a Rotary club president in the U.K. He was asking for help contacting a local company based in Marlboro. As District Governors, we receive numerous requests for help during our terms – many are outside of our ability to respond, but occasionally a request comes in where you think, “maybe we can help here”. This was one of those. It turns out that the British club purchased a used mammogram machine, originally produced by this local company, from a hospital in York, and donated it to a teaching hospital in Gambia, a small and somewhat poor country in West Africa. However, the mammography unit needed a couple of parts to make it fully operational. The machine, which was built in 2010, had been declared end of life, so parts were hard to find. The Club in the UK asked if we knew anyone working at the company who could help. |
Meet Your Club's Phone App!![]() Recording now available at https://youtu.be/unf-b0JNzRA
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June 20: Ukrainian Concert to fund Humanitarian Projects![]() |
Support Mental Health and Win a Stunning Original Work of Art![]() Not only will you be entering to win a stunning piece, but if you or someone in your club wins, it can serve as a fantastic fundraiser. The table itself has a value of $60,000, making it an incredible asset for any fundraising event. Plus, the second prize is valued at more than $6,000 USD, and the third prize is worth more than $1,500 USD. |
Rotary's Million Solar Panel Challenge is ON!![]() |
RYLA Closing Ceremony June 23, 2024 |
Framinghham Rotary and High School Launches "Shark Tank " like Adaptive Innovation ChallengeThe Rotary Club of Framingham in partnership with award-winning and global innovator Rotarian, Dr. Sushil Bhatia, is pleased to present the 2024 Innovation Challenge: Adaptive Device Competition.
Inspired by the American business reality television series, Shark Tank, the Innovation Challenge has partnered with the Framingham High School (FHS) Engineering by Design Program and invites students to design an innovative product or service that directly helps others in need in the City of Framingham. The presentations were given on June 6, 2024 |
Join the Framingham Club at the Worcester Red Sox on July 14th![]() Sunday, July 14th 1:05 Start Vs Rochester Red Wings Cost $46 per person |
Rotary Youth Exchange Student Owen Moon Completes his Academic Year in Taiwan!Photo: Owen Moon, Kathleen Baker, and Hsinchu Peace Rotary Club President, Hsieh "Seven" Cheng-Wen at a Rotary meeting. April 2024. |
Needham Carnival Coming July 18-21![]() |
Mark your Calendar! Simply Irresistible Series Scheduled for July 8th![]() |
June 3, 7:30 - How to Rock the Boat without Sinking the Ship: Guiding your club through change.![]() How to Rock the Boat without Sinking the Ship: Guiding your club through change. Join on Zoom. Immediately following this presentation District 7910 will hold a brief "café" to share reactions and actions coming out of this ssession. Please join us on Zoom. |
How to Level Up Your Club's Public Image Efforts![]() |
The Rotary Foundation - District 7910 Status Report |
How to Level-Up Your Club's Public Image Efforts 2The Rotary Club of Bedford earned the Gold Award for Exemplary Public Image Presence this year. In their entry, they started with goals: "The goals for our club's public image efforts is to 1. Increase awareness of the club activities and initiatives within Bedford and neighboring communities. 2. Enhance the club's reputation as a leading service organization dedicated to community welfare. 3. Recruit new members and volunteers to expand the club's impact and reach. 4. Foster partnerships with local businesses, schools, and nonprofit organizations. These goals have been our focus for a number of years. |
Rotarian of the Year & Best Club Announced at District Conference![]() |
We ARE doing environmental projects (in Westford)!![]() Kudos to Sue Peghiny. She opened our eyes to the definition of environmental efforts in the clubs. We had not considered submitting information from our club (Westford) about our environmental activities. Thank you Sue for reviewing club reports, newsletters and social media to identify those of us who did not identify our own efforts. Now we see that indeed we are working to improve the future of our planet. Our small efforts to a safer world:
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Hope For The Hungry - A Rotary Success!
Aimed to address food insecurity, aligned with this year’s Rotary International “Create Hope in the World” theme, and partnered with the New England arm of Meals of Hope, six months of planning and preparation culminated on the last Saturday in April when more than 150 volunteers packed 40,320 meals destined for local distribution in dozens of surrounding communities. |
News: Your Club has an App![]() |
Fundraiser Launch for Mental Health, Neurodiversity Awareness as well as Rotary Foundation!The Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy is delighted to participate in this fundraising campaign. The artwork, valued at £40,000, (around $50,000 USD) has been created by world known artist Mark Stoddart, who is a member of The Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy. This cause is very close to our hearts, and we are proud to support it. By purchasing a ticket, you not only stand a chance to win the artwork but also contribute to a noble causes. Remember, with every ticket sold, we all win! To purchase tickets please visit: https://zurl.co/Hsj3
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Rotary Club of Concord's Second Annual MusicFest on May 25 from 1:00-7:00 at Rideout Park in ConcordJ ![]() |
This Saturday: Weston-Wayland Children's Business Fair![]() The opportunity for children to launch their very own startup business! Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace. We will host approximately 50 booths at the 4th annual event on Saturday, May 18, 2024, between 11 am - 3 pm. |
Volunteer for Weston-Wayland 4th Annual Children's Business Fair - May 18Volunteer for the 4th Annual Weston-Wayland Children's Business Fair The Children's Business Fair is back! It will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 11 am to 3 pm at the Weston Town Green during the Celebrate Weston! event. Rotarians VOLUNTEER HERE to help with set-up, during the Fair and clean-up. ![]() We all believe entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation. |
Weston-Wayland Rotary Gives 3,000th Seedling to First Graders![]() At the start of his term, Ian Riseley, Rotary International President declared 2018 The Year of the Tree and challenged the 1.2 million worldwide membership of Rotary to plant a tree for each club member on Earth Day. The Weston-Wayland Rotary Club embraced this challenge and expanded the program to include distributing Green Giant Arbor Vitae to first graders in Weston.
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Tantasqua InterAct Club Charter Celebration May 14, 2024![]() May 14, 2024 5-7 pm. RSVP: willarda@tantasqua.org |
The Ry-Llama is Seeking Volunteers!![]() |
World Immunization Week: 3 Rotarians Share Their Volunteering for End Polio Now![]() Image: Sharon Herman, Rotary Club of Brookline. |
Taste of Wellesley 2024 - May 22![]() |
Westborough Rotary’s Repair Café Success!![]() Photo: Knife sharpening and small repairs
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Climate Cafe May 1st: Rotary Million Solar Panel Challenge![]() |
Summer Kick-Off Carnival - June 20![]()
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The Ry-Llama says: Congratulations!![]() Consider sending out a press release to highlight the work your club has done. Consider inviting your students to a Rotary Meeting, Service Opportunity, Interact, or Fundraiser so they can learn about Rotary and the projects that are important to your club. |
Earth Day Cleanup in Southborough, MA - Saturday April 27th![]() |
Who are your Club Executives?![]() |
Newton Rotary Foundation Marathon Runner I-Ping Li Raises $12,000 for Scholarships![]() I-Ping Li is raising funds for students who care about community, and for whom a scholarship can make a meaningful impact. "I love that the Newton Rotary Foundation reaches out to parts of the community that need a boost." This scholarship program has supported future engineers, chefs, teachers and many other bright, talented college bound and skilled trade students.
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Success Story In KYIV, UKRAINE!![]() Around mid -February, the Multinational Rotary Club of Kyiv (KMRC) successfully installed two 12 KW Generators at the Kyiv State-Owned Experimental Prosthetic-Orthopedic Enterprise (KSOEPOE). The Generators were purchased with funds from a Rotary Club of Needham Division 7910 District Grant along with additional funds from Needham members and one non-Rotarian. |
Rotary Day of Service (May 18) Project Submissions![]() We need YOU to submit your club project to be added to the Day of Service website. The earlier your project is submitted, the longer it will be promoted on the website to get volunteers! Please fill out this simple form with all necessary information for submission.
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"Life Party" for Chris Spear June 1![]() |
Simply Irresistible: Keys to building a thriving club.![]() Join us each month for dynamic, fast-paced sessions full of concrete strategies you can use to grow your clubs!
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How can we see the club's Foundation giving? |
Charles River Rotary Host St Patrick's Skyline Dance for Adults with Special Needs |
Mini-Grants Available for Reduce, Reuse, and Repair Projects!![]() |
Four District Conference • May 3 - 5 |
Environmental Awards!![]() For more information about the Environmental Awards click HERE. The application is available by clicking HERE, and the deadline for submission is April 13, 2023. The goal of these awards is to encourage clubs and members to undertake environmental initiatives and projects. |
Club Public Image Awards![]() The 2024 District 7910 Public Image Awards will celebrate excellence and spotlight effective, high-impact initiatives in four categories:
The Rotary 7910 Public Image Awards Entry Form is available to you now. You can start (and complete) your entry and edit it until the entry deadline on April 13. |
District Awards Programs (Plural!)![]() At the District Conference, a wonderful variety of awards will be presented to District 7910 Rotary Clubs in multiple categories, plus the Rotarian of the Year award and other individual awards. See this Awards Special Edition covering all four Awards programs:.... |
Westford Rotary Club Busy in April &May with Community Service![]() The Westford Rotary Club will have a table at the Westford Health &Wellness Fair on Saturday, April 6 from 10 am - 2 pm at Stony Brook School. Westford Rotary Club will have free veggie, herb, and flower seeds available at the table for individuals and families to plant. They will have information available on the other 2 events below too.
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WHAT ARE THE BEST FINANCIAL PRACTICES FOR GRANT FUNDS?
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RYLA RIGHT NOW - Student Registrations are due April 15![]() Submit names, click here. Provide the link to attendees and alternates, registration Registration deadline: April 15, 2024 (note: you must submit names before students register) Click to verify your club's status. Questions? ask your RYLA support person/committee coach |
Climate Cafe: Million Solar Panel Challenge on April 30th at 6:30pm.![]() Elizabeth Henke, of the ESRAG Renewable Energy Task Force, will tell us all about the Challenge, how it works, and how you and your club can participate. Click HERE to register!
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It's Not Too Late to apply for Rotary Youth Exchange 2024-2025!![]() |
Second Annual Rotary Club of Concord MusicFest to be Held on May 25![]() The event is free to the public and will also offer food trucks, arts and nonprofit vendors, and lots of fun. All proceeds will benefit the Domestic Violence Services Network (DVSN). DVSN is based in Concord and serves adjacent towns in nearby communities. |
Hope for the Hungry - April 27![]() |
Passing of Chris Spear![]() |
Celebration of Life for Ray Pfau![]() |
District Learning Assembly - Saturday, April 20
ALL ROTARIANS ARE WELCOME • MEET OTHER ROTARIANS AND EXCHANGE IDEAS |
The RY-Llama says I can't wait to meet all the students!![]() Have Sophomores in your area applied to your Rotary club? Are enthusiastic young people getting ready to talk about their experiences and their passions during interviews? Now is the time for you to begin interviewing and selecting your students! Student Online Registration is open now and DUE APRIL 15. |
Umbrellas Needed for People with Disabilities In Kenya |
Boy Scout Troop 157 Pasta Dinner April 5 in Weston![]() Rotarians who would like to help cook at the event should contact Rich DeVito. Rotarians who can support the event by donating a silent auction item of between $50 or greater should contact Renae Shaday at renae.shadday@gmail.com. ALL Rotarians are strongly encouraged to attend this fun event and support scouting in Weston.
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Warming Hearts and Houses![]() Photo: Rotarian Patricia Witts presents a check to Kate and Scott Middlemiss, Big Heart Foundation chairs.
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District Awards![]() Note that the worksheet automatically calculates the points you earn for each line item. Simply fill in the yellow cells and the spreadsheet will do the rest. Questions? Contact our awards committee (PDGs Klaus Hachfeld, Bob Cassidy & Victor Tom) by sending an email to awards@rotary7910.org. We will all see your question and you’ll receive a quick response. Once completed, submit your form to awards@rotary7910.org. THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF YOUR AWARDS FORM IS APRIL 13. Good Luck!! The District WANTS to recognize your efforts….please take the time to complete and submit the form so we can celebrate your Club’s accomplishments! |
Rotary Citation![]() By now, you should have entered your goals in Rotary Club Central – now you simply need revisit the goal center at https://rcc.rotary.org/#/ There are 26 categories - YOU select goals in 13 of them. If you achieve these goals, you get the Citation….simple as that!! See the 26 goal categories and instructions here. They also be accessed from Rotary Club Central at https://my.rotary.org/en/news- |
Significant Service Award and the Avenues of Service Award.Two awards you may wish to consider as Club President are the Significant Service Award and the Avenues of Service Award. ![]() (Note that International service projects are not eligible for this award). As club president, you can nominate your club via this form to be recognized for a significant service project that addressed a need in your community. This is a simple, online application which your can access at https://rotary.qualtrics.com/ Avenues of Service Award (District recognition) With an award from their District, clubs can honor a Rotarian or Rotaractor who participates in service activities in one of the five Avenues of Service — club, vocational, community, international, and youth service. Club Presidents nominate members for this award using an online application form you can access at https://rotary.qualtrics.com/ When you submit a member’s name for this award using the online application, nominations are then sent to the District Governor who will review and decide whether to recognize each nominee for the Avenue of Service Award with a certificate. This document, “Awards Examples of Avenues of Service Activities” describes the criteria for this recognition. |
Special Forum 4/3: Harnessing Climate Fears into Positive Action -- free & open to the public![]() |
Food Packaging Event Saturday Mar 23 @ Nashoba HS, Bolton
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Family Movie Matinee (Shrek), Mar 30th, 12:30pm at Maynard Fine Arts Theater![]() ![]() Proceeds will be used to support our many local community projects. Questions? Email info@nashobarotary.org. |
Rotary Needs You!![]() |
Save the Date! Weston Kids Fishing Derby Returns April 21st![]() The 40th Annual Kids Fishing Derby returns to the Weston High School Pond on Sunday, April 21st. While the pond is frozen and the fish asleep, soon spring will arrive and so will our 40th annual Weston Fishing Derby! |
Children's Business Fair ~ KidPreneurs: Apply now for May 18 Fair![]() On Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 11am to 3pm, 50 "kidpreneurs" will gather to show and sell at the Weston Town Center during the Celebrate Weston! event. The application portal is open. Spots are filling up quickly. Kidpreneurs APPLY HERE: https://www.childrensbusinessfair.org/weston-wayland
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Rotary Peace Fellowship Applications Now Open!![]() The 2025-26 Rotary Peace Fellowship application is available online through 15 May 2024. If you know a potential candidate, use our referral form so they can receive more information.
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Like, Follow & Share our New District Facebook Page![]() |
Collecting LEGO Bricks the Month of March |
How Do Global Grants Make Sustainable Change in the World?![]() Global grant projects are built on international partnerships, and those collaborations can take many forms. A district in Canada may be the international sponsor, with a U.S. district as the host sponsor. A club in France could sponsor a global grant project in Germany. The need, not the location, determines the project. |
Fitchburg East Rotary Club 43rd Annual Superbowl BrunchOn February 11, 2024, the Fitchburg East Rotary held their 43rd Annual Superbowl Brunch. The event was spectacular with hundreds of people enjoying themselves. The food was fantastic with an ice cream sundae station, “The best ever” someone said. There were approximately 20-22 baskets being raffled off and the crowd was overwhelming keeping the ticket sellers very busy. The silent auction made almost $5,000 which was the highest ever. The community does a great job donating wonderful items for the brunch. This year, the Rotary made over $25,000 in gross revenue. The Superbowl Brunch raises money for high school scholarships and community projects.
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Rotary Club of Westford 1st Annual Cornhole Fun Day March 10, 2024![]() Check-in at 1pm; Bags fly at 2pm! $70 per team to sign up. $500 Cash Prizes for 1st place and $200 consolation prize! All proceeds from this event support the wide-ranging charitable activities of the Westford Rotary Club. Recent club activities have included support for both local organizations (such as the Department of Children and Families, and the Greater Lowell Food Bank) and global projects (such as providing clean water to remote villages in Ghana). Click the image to see it bigger.
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The Ry-Llama Says! March 1st is the deadline to submit payments!![]() Important Info:
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D7910's "Rotary Climate Action Now" is live!![]() The Rotary Climate Action Now (RCAN) project is an educational program designed by Rotarians and community members to help clubs and members understand the urgency of the climate crisis, inspire them to take action, and then (most importantly!) provide resources to help you take that action. |
Wachusett Area Rotary Club Left-Right-Center Tournament March 8, 2024![]() |
Dancing with the Watertown Stars Returns on April 26th!![]() |
The Ry-Llama Says! Its time to begin selecting your students!![]() Congratulations on making it through the first 3 steps of the club action plan. Now it is time to begin selecting the students you want to send. Refer to steps 5, 6 and 7 of the club action plans for instructions on how to select your students. April 15th is the deadline for submitting student names, so please take steps to ensure the selection process is completed in time (do not leave this to the last minute). For form and letter templates and all other support documents please use the support materials website. RYLA Dates: June 21,22,23 RYLA cost: $325 per student Have Questions? 7910ryla@gmail.com |
Join Westford Rotary at the March 10 Cornhole Tournament
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What are District and Global Grants![]() District grants fund small-scale, short-term activities that address needs in your community and communities abroad. Your district chooses what activities it will fund with these grants, such as humanitarian projects, scholarships, youth programs, or vocational training teams. Global grants fund large, international activities with sustainable and measurable results in Rotary’s areas of focus. These can include humanitarian projects, scholarships for graduate-level study, or vocational training teams. To make these grants happen we need your help and donations: DONATE NOW. |
Wachusett Area Rotary Club Left-Right-Center Tournament March 8, 2024![]() Space is limited - reserve your tickets now! $30 admission includes game play and light hors d'oeuvres. A cash bar will also be available. |
Rotary Leadership Institute Feb 27+29, 2024
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Rotary Climate Action NOW!![]() |
Win Dinner On Us, from the Natick Rotary. Enter by Feb 29.
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Advertise your business, Honor your leaders (NE PETS)![]() Clubs and individuals are also invited to Honor their incoming President or other leaders with a 100-character message. Either ad can be submitted here. Thank you for helping to support this important learning experience for all our leaders for 2024-2025! |
Environment & Peace - Lessons Learned • Zoom 1/30/24![]() Dr. Michele Devlin of the Army War College is Professor of Environmental Security and an expert on the Arctic. She also serves as Professor of Arctic Health and Human Security with the National Science Foundation's UNI ARCTICenter.
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Youth Outreach![]() The 7910 District Rotary Youth Exchange (RYE) is still accepting applications for Short Term summer 2024 international exchanges for youth 15-181/2. This is a club service for a family to family exchange with no impact on club budgets. Students are matched with another student in the country of their choice. Students’ families host each other. For more information contact Sherrie Whittemore, 7910 RYE Short Term Coordinator at SherrieWhittemor@aol.com, text (508) 494-5978.
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2024-2025 Rotary Theme Announced!![]() "Don’t misunderstand me – we are not going to end polio or bring peace to the world by waving a wand and saying some funny words,” Urchick told incoming district governors at the Rotary International Assembly on 8 January. “It’s up to you. You create the magic with every project completed, every dollar donated, and every new member." |
The Ry-Llama says! RYLA Deadlines are coming up soon!![]() * Clubs must attend a session to be eligible to sponsor students. ![]() * *Click the links on the dates above to RSVP |
Toast for the Holidays TWO Amazing Rotary Clubs Meet![]() |
The Fix is Free at the Repair Cafe Feb 24![]() We're looking for additional volunteers who can sharpen knives (or want to learn how!), repair clothing, repair jewelry and fix sewing machines; If you can help, sign up at: tinyurl.com/FramFixVolunteer |
Braille Book Needed In Villages In Malawi
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What Are Some Ways to Leave a Legacy of Doing Good?![]() Benefactors receive a certificate and insignia to wear with a Rotary or Paul Harris Fellow pin. If you make a commitment for a future gift of $10,000 or more to the Foundation, you’ll be invited to join the Bequest Society. |
Nashoba Valley Rotary: Preserving history of 1st black-owned golf course in USA![]() |
Help Us Address Mental Health and Addiction Awareness![]() Gordan R McInally, President of Rotary International has encouraged clubs and districts to undertake activities that erase the stigma associated with mental health, which happens to coincide with addiction. He has made it known that he lost his brother Ian in 2014 to suicide from his mental health. |
Mental Health Checkups Every Friday![]() Subjects will include:
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Wachusett Area Rotary Club hosts Valentine’s Breakfast for Seniors – Volunteers Needed![]() The event runs from 8:00 am until approximately 11:00. Volunteers are needed to help with set up, serving during the event, and for cleanup. Please reach out to Chairperson Richard Traina at Traina@comcast.net to sign up to help. |
Save the Date: Concord Rotary Club Musicfest is on May 25 at Rideout Park in West Concord![]() Proceeds will benefit the Domestic Violence Services Network (DVSN), a local nonprofit organization that supports clients in 13 partner communities: Acton, Boxborough, Bedford, Carlisle, Concord, Maynard, Lexington, Lincoln, Stow, Sudbury, Wayland, Weston and Hanscom Air Force Base. DVSN collaborates with local police departments, Hanscom AFB Security Forces, Emerson Hospital, Eliot Center, the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, Concord District Court, and an extensive network of community agencies to provide victims of domestic violence with emotional support, risk assessment, safety planning, guidance, support groups, and connections to appropriate community resources. Since its inception in November 1998 through February 2021, DVSN has held nearly 20,000 sessions with clients from 180 communities throughout New England and beyond. |
Guatemala Mangrove Grant - Info Meeting January 17![]() All are invited to work together to protect our planet. Watch this short video about the importance of mangroves in preserving critical ecosystems. Come to an informational meeting on January 17 at 5:30pm at Action Unlimited in Concord (thanks to PDG Carol Toomey). Please register here to attend the meeting.
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Discover Best Foundation Fundraising Strategies • January 17 @ 7pm on Zoom![]() |
RYLA Right Now![]() ![]() Bonne Année • Frohes neues Jahr • Buon anno! • Feliz Ano Novo! • ¡Feliz Año Nuevo! • Gott Nytt År! Now it's time to put these important 2024 RYLA dates on your calendar.
Watch the RYLlama in this space for all the news you need to know about RYLA 2024
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Calling all Presidents-Elect!![]() Even if you have gone to PETS in the past, this year will be even more exciting!
Stephanie Urchick, Rotary International President-elect, will be with us, along with other members of Rotary’s global leadership team |
Climate Cafe on January 16th: The Environmental Impact of Private Jets![]() Learn about the negative environmental impacts of private jet use, and why allowing expansion of this use at Hanscom Field is bad for the entire region. ![]() |
Announcing Environmental Awards for District 7910!
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Rotarians - Beacons of Hope![]() ![]() In the spirit of hope and unity, we recognize that ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East and elsewhere profoundly impact individuals and communities. Rotary stands as a beacon of hope, emphasizing the importance of understanding, compassion, and collective action. |
Let's Wake Up Your Rotary Foundation • Join Us January 17![]() |
Have you registered for RLI yet? (It's Jan 27!)![]() ![]() Classes are filling up! Register today. Contact D7910 RLI Chair Mark Vital with questions or if you have issues with registration. Caption: Happy faces from last year's RLI.
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NEPETS 2024 Registration is now OPEN!![]() The NEPETS program is a Mandatory Training Assembly for all incoming Club Presidents and Assistant Governors. The event will take place at the Boston Marriott Newton from 1:30PM Thursday, March 7, 2024 through 12pm Saturday March 9, 2024. We ask that you please initiate your registration today! |
Rotary Club of Southborough Helps With Diaper Drive! Need Donations of Sizes 3,4,5,6 (to Jan 12)![]() The CLUB ELEVATE diaper drive runs December 11th, 2023 to January 12th, 2024, with drop offs at Club Elevate in Framingham, or the Southborough Food Pantry. The Algonquin Regional High School diaper drive, for students, faculty and parents, runs December 11th, 2023 to December 22nd, 2023, with drop off at the High School or the Southborough Food Pantry. About 36% of Massachusetts families with young children could not afford enough diapers throughout the pandemic, and that need continues to this day. So please contribute to the diaper drives! For more information go to: https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/heq.2021.0093 #Southboroughrotary #ClubElevateDiaperDrive #AlgonquinHSdiaperdrive #SouthboroughRotaryClub #rishabyarala #diapers #size3456 #babies #nappies |
RYLA Right Now![]() RYLA 2024 is June 21, 22, and 23, 2024 3 days / 2 overnights Cost $325 / student Now watch this video: RYLA 2023 full video(4 min): ![]() Put these important due dates on your calendar:
Watch the RYLlama in this space for all important up coming information.
Links: www.ryla7910.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryla7910 |
Westborough Rotary Club Holds "Baby Shower" at The Blessing Barn (Dec 6)![]() Compassion New England is a non-profit organization which supports local families and communities with basic necessities. They operate four main programs including: Room in the City, The Blessing Barn, Crisis Care, and The Happy Place, which includes a bookstore. The Blessing Barn is their primary funding source for CNE; they take clothing donations from the community, then sell the items and use all of the revenue to operate the other programs of CNE. |
Passing of Leominster Rotarian, Rennie P. Shattuck![]() Rennie’s family will receive relatives and friends at calling hours from 4-7 PM Thursday, December 14, 2023 at the Anderson Funeral Home, 25 Fitchburg Road, (Rte. 2A) Ayer. www.andersonfuneral.com. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Friday, December 15, 2023 in the funeral home. Interment will follow at North Cemetery, Lunenburg. |
Brookline Rotary Gets Another District Grant To Ensure Food Security![]() This year's project will include providing 1-2 meals/month from December 2023 to June 2024 at the Brookline Teen Center, Mondays at 3 pm. This is an extension of the two BBQ dinners the Club hosted this past summer and fall. |
Webinar on Conflict in Israel![]() Topic: Everyday life changed on October 7, 2023, in Israel. Join District Governor Bashir Nusair from District 2490 in Israel, Rotarians from Israel and District 7930 Governor Lori Karas. During this meeting you will hear firsthand accounts from Rotarians on life with warning sirens and rockets. Learn what they are doing to support one another and the community. We’ll also talk about how we can help, too. Register here.
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Saying Goodbye to Ray Pfau![]() Pictured here, he helped initiate, grant write, fundraise and then physically help build safer drinking water and cooking for a village in Guatemala. He was instrumental in building the Club's relationship to Razia's Ray of Hope, educating young women in Afghanistan and he was always there to help with every project and initiative locally that his club was a part of, from building barns for Cultivate Care Farm to wrangling dogs at the dog fest to teaching high school kids about career and financial choices at the annual Reality Fair. |
How Does The Rotary Foundation Recognize
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Lowell Rotary lights up the City of Lights Parade![]() The club was well represented and we had additional help from Mark O'Flaherty, Worcester club President. We were also fortunate to have Charles Lubowa, President Elect of the Kampala North club of Uganda in attendance. A good time was had by all and we left a lot of happy sticky faces behind. |
Veteran's Day Breakfast co-sponsored by Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley![]() |
Watertown Rotary and the Watertown Business Coalition will host a Toy Drive & Holiday Mixer on December 4th!![]() When: Monday, December 4 2023 5:30pm to 8:00pm Where: Mosesian Center for the Arts 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown RSVP TODAY!!! There is a cash bar & light bites will be served thanks to fabulous local restaurants, including BranchLine. Cash bar. Admission is free to anyone bringing a toy to donate. Those coming without a toy are encouraged to bring a $20 minimum donation to the Whooley Foundation. This is a joint event put on by both the WBC and the Watertown Rotary – but anyone from our community is welcome to join us for some Holiday Cheer!!! See you there!!! |
Winter Community Breakfast in Bedford on 12/10![]() As in years past, there will be a hot pancake breakfast, winter crafts, photos with Santa, and a commemorative coloring book for the children to take home. Children will enjoy games and activities from several cultural traditions, celebrating the coming of winter together. New this year - tickets can be purchased online at bedford-rotary.square.site Any individual or business/organization who wants to host an activity table at the event or place an ad in the commemorative coloring book that will be distributed to 300 children can do so through Friday, Dec. 1. Learn more on the sponsor page. Student and adult volunteers are also needed to help run the Winter Community Breakfast. Please sign up via Signupgenius.
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Holiday Craft Fair in Framingham![]() Come join us at our Rotary Holiday Craft Fair. Plenty of parking. Easy accessibility. |
RLI is Almost Here! |
Polar Plunge to Fight Polio - Dec 17![]() |
Not Your First Rodeo? (Rotary Int'l Conference 2024)![]() Some of us will go to Singapore in 2024. But the reason the Convention moves around the world is to make it more accessible occasionally to every part of the Rotary world. 2025 will see it in North America for the first time since Houston in 2022. |
Meet Alexander Ganzi, Rotary New Generations program participant from Austria![]() |
Join our Holiday Party • December 14 at the Boxborough Regency![]()
Don't wait - space is limited and registration is closing soon! |
Guatemala Mangrove Trip Info Session - December 6![]() In March of 2024, Rotarians from District 7910 will travel to the Pacific Coast of Guatemala to restore a mangrove forest. From preventing coastal flooding to filtering water, mangroves help the planet in numerous ways. Because they live where land and sea connect, one of their most important ecosystem functions is to protect the former and serve as a frontline defense for people and property in coastal areas. Mangroves also serve to protect marine habitats from harmful nutrients and runoff that can harm seagrass, coral reefs and fisheries. The roots help filter water coming off from the land, including pollutants, heavy metals, pesticides and agricultural runoff. Learn more about the importance of mangroves and Rotary's commitment to them through this article on Rotary's web site. |
Meet Penny Hamel - District Governor 2026 - 2027![]() Professionally, Penny works in the financial industry and brings more than 20 years of experience to her role as Vice President and Mortgage Loan Officer at U.S. Bank. Penny received her Bachelors of Science degree from Merrimack College, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Throughout her career, she has received many accolades and awards including Massachusetts Housing Originator of the Year in 2013 and 2015, and Northeast Realtor Association Business Partner of the Year in 2007, 2015 & 2022.
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Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) Taking Registrations![]() What is RLI? RLI seeks to provide quality education in Rotary knowledge and leadership skills to Rotarians interested in developing their Rotary participation and to those identified by Rotary Clubs as having a potential in club leadership. Registration is now open. Please go to the RLI-North East America event page to register. Learn more about RLI here. |
District 7910's Interact Council Forming![]() |
26th Annual Breakfast for the Bands - Nov 19![]() Fitchburg is hosting the Breakfast on Sunday November 19th from 8-11:30am (don't worry about the flier, they will be playing until 11:30 and you will still be fed!). The bands will be playing a unique set of music on the hour every hour, first combined with Leominster at 8am, then at 9am, 10am, and for those who love a late brunch, finally at 11am. You do not want to miss their gold medal winning band. |
Harvest Dinner and Dance for Seniors![]() We also have drawings throughout the afternoon with lots of prizes. The biggest prize for us was the smiles of the 172 attendees and an opportunity to work with our neighbor club. We couldn't have put this together without the help of Ann Tinnirella and the rest of the Dracut club. A real testimony to combining strengths in today's challenging world. |
Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley - Devens DogFest October 2023![]() https://www.clearpathne.org/cp-devens-dog-festival-2023/ |
Westford Festival of Trees and More + Rotary 7910 Decorating Challenge; Starts Dec 8![]() The Westford Family FunFest* and Westford Rotary Club invites Rotary District 7910 Clubs to a Holiday Decorating Challenge!! Visit the 13th Annual Festival of Trees, Wreaths and Creative Holiday/Cultural & Gingerbread/Gnomes Celebration. Festival held at the Westford Regency Inn - 219 Littleton Rd. Westford from December 8, 2023- January 2, 2024. The Westford Regency Atrium and Lobby and selected other areas will be decorated with trees, wreaths, and creative holiday and gingerbread/gnome creations. Special Prizes will be given for Rotary Decorations. The entry can be a fundraiser for club if entered in the Silent Auction too. Visit www.westford.org/funfest for details and the application to be part of the Festival, or email Funfest@westford.org to request the application. Definitely click through to read more!
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Learn About the Negative Environmental Impacts of Private Jets![]() |
Reduce Your Food Waste and Help Fight the Climate Crisis!![]() Every year, a full third of the food produced on this planet is thrown out. That amounts to some 1 billion tons. And when it decays, it generates about 8 percent of the world’s heat-trapping gases. That’s more than double the impact of all the flights in the world. How can YOU reduce your food waste? |
Climate Cafe Tuesday, November 14th at 6:30pm!![]() Click HERE to register! |
Lower Your Carbon Footprint - Not Your Standards![]() |
Updated District Directory Now Available![]() The Directory also includes biographies of Rotary leaders, a list famous Rotarians (are you on it?), a history of our Four Way Test, past award recipients, and much more. Thank you to PDG Jim Fusco for the many hours that went into producing this comprehensive document. Download the Directory at rotary7910.org or through this link.
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Lewiston - How Can We Help?![]() "As you know, this has been a very difficult week for those of us in Maine. On Wednesday evening, October 25th, we lost 18 of our fellow citizens. Several more were injured, a few of whom remain hospitalized. So many people were impacted - the families and victims of this terrible event, as well as the people of Lewiston, Auburn, Winthrop, Bowdoin, and several other towns in Maine that were directly impacted during the frightening hours and days after the shootings. |
Key Roles for Club Success![]() 1. They have a named Membership Chair who focuses on growing and energizing the club. (Click "Read more.") 2. They have a Succession Plan. (Click "Read more.") Please work with others in your club to make sure you have these two key roles filled and named in ClubRunner no later than December 1. Questions? Contact Joyce Graff, dgjoyce2024@rotary7910.org |
Pints For Polio 2023 - Event & Fun Report![]() ![]() It was a beautiful autumn evening in New England with unusually warm weather which was perfect. Craft Food Hall has a gorgeous beer garden that they donated for the cause as well. Rotarians and friends enjoyed pints of beer from the beer wall which allowed them to pour their own beers. A giant inflatable Rotary Wheel was positioned for all to see. There was a table with information regarding how Rotary has helped end polio around the globe and how you can get involved.
SERVPRO had a table giving out free swag and information regarding their services. |
Rotary Moment![]() Rotary is committed to raising US$50 million every year for polio eradication. Through our partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, every $1 of that is matched 2-to-1. |
Inbound Rotary Youth Exchange Students Are Here!![]() |
Social Media -Wicked Fun!![]() Nicole Hamel is the architect of our social media program. She is a past president (at age 24, now 30) who firmly believes in the bonuses of "being seen". We originally met to create our service calendar but a spirit took over Nicole and suddenly we had a plan for daily postings on FB and IG. |
RC Needham Pancake Breakfast Festival Nov 4 7-11amAll you can eat pancakes, sausages, and drinks! Kids games, cake walk, ShelterBox tent, Fire Truck, and more! Fun for kids of all ages!
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Is it Time for Your Club to Have a HEALTH CHECK?![]() Clubs should conduct a "Health Check" every couple of years. If there is a "problem area" identified, the club's board of directors can address the problem before it becomes severe. Clubs can also find help from their assigned assistant governor. In addition, there are many district executives that would welcome the opportunity to assist a club. |
Littleton Rotary Collected Personal Care ItemsReaching out to help those in need in local communities, the Rotary Club of Littleton gathered personal care items to distribute to the clients of Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry at Devens. Loaves & Fishes serves residents of Ayer, Devens, Groton, Harvard, Littleton, and Shirley. The individuals and families who seek help from the pantry have been especially hard hit by inflation, COVID, and an uncertain economy. ![]() Our goal was to gather enough items - including shampoo and conditioner, disposable razors, small containers of shaving cream, bars of gentle soap, packets of tissues, deodorants, toothpaste and toothbrushes, mouthwash, bandaids, chapsticks, and wipes - to fill at least 100 bags. We're happy to announce that not only did we fill 100 bags with toiletries, we had lots of items left over and brought them to Loaves & Fishes to hand out to clients at different times. |
Rotary's Statement on the Conflict in Israel and GazaRecognizing there has been protracted suffering in the long history of conflict between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza, Rotary International urges all parties to seek avenues to peace. At the same time, we unequivocally condemn the horrific attack by Hamas on Israeli civilians and are appalled at the number of people who have been injured, killed, and kidnapped. As the war between Israel and Hamas intensifies, we remain deeply concerned about the potential for further escalation as well as the loss of life and the humanitarian crisis that is occurring in Gaza. We denounce the violence against innocent civilians and support upholding international humanitarian law. Peacebuilding is both a cornerstone of Rotary’s mission and one of our areas of focus. At our core, Rotary is a common ground for people to come together – across nationalities and religions, cultures and histories – and connect around their shared belief in a better tomorrow. That connection is what humanizes us in times of conflict and builds a foundation for lasting peace. Rotary remains committed to working with our members, partners, and communities to find long-term, sustainable solutions that support peace and development in the region and elsewhere. – 13 Oct 2023 (from https://www.rotary.org/en/rotary-statement-conflict-israel-and-gaza) |
District Grants Finalized![]() |
Seeking 2023 - 24 District Nominations![]() In order for our Clubs to grow and have more impact addressing local and international needs, there must be Rotarians who will fill leadership roles and provide vision and management skills in support of the business aspects of running our District. The link for the general call for nominations is found here, and the link for the applications for DGND, District Trustees and District Foundation Trustee is found here. For more information about the responsibilities of any of these positions, please contact the 2023 District Nominating Committee Chair, IPDG Victor Tom (vtom0@yahoo.com).
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District Interact Council Starts Small![]() |
Climate Cafe: 6:30pm November 14; Gegear, Pollinator Research @ UMass Dartmouth![]() The lab studies factors influencing the dynamic interplay between pollinators and the flowering plants that they service. Their current research projects address such questions as: |
NPR Spotlights Climate Solutions!![]() In her introduction to this series, NPR’s climate solutions reporter, Julia Simon, said: “I know that things are bad right now. But what if we reframe the conversation? With climate change, it’s not like this is a meteor hurtling toward Earth and there’s nothing we can do about it. Humans are driving global warming. And that means we humans can find solutions to change our trajectory.” |
Framingham Club President Patti McCarthy pins Paul Harris Fellow pin on husband Dan.![]() Dan is the husband of our current president, Patti. Ever since she joined the club, she has been an active member and he hasalways been there, behind the scenes, doing the driving, the cooking, the shlepping, etc. always attending club events with her...his involvement on behalf of Rotary has been impressive such that a member of the club anonymously provided the PHF. |
Hudson Rotary Club Supports Local Community![]() |
World Mental Health Day Webinar • October 10Join RI President Gordon McInally, along with Zone Director Drew Kessler for this important webinar. Register here to receive the link to this virtual event. |
Pints for Polio - October 24 @ Revolution Hall, Lexington![]() ![]() You can make a donation here: |
DGN Johnny (got) Bounced for the FoundationAt Toronto’s Learning to Lead, Rotary Zones 28 and 32 contested a "Zorb faceoff." ![]() On Friday evening in Toronto there was a series of “battles” to see who can stay in the ring while bouncing off each other in Zorbs (an inflatable bubble that you wear). The intrepid Johnny Ahern represented our District 7910 in this amazing (and amusing) competition. He got bounced, literally and figuratively. See the video. Our District 7910 pledged $1000 of the $50,000 goal to support the Foundation for this event and has generated $1,010 in contributions. Total contributions are now above $100,000. Thank you! If you'd like to add to that, please make a donation online this week. |
Confused about Rotary's Logo rules?Rotary's rules for the use of its logo have changed. If you were an expert in logo use even two years ago, you probably need a refresher! In fact the rules changed in 2013, but many of us are still catching up. Every large corporation evolves its logo usage over time to keep its look fresh and modern. It is important that we all adhere to the international brand guidelines to keep the look of our club fresh and consistent with all the other clubs throughout the world. ![]() |
District 7910 Assists Leominster Recovery![]() Photo: Sump pumps and fans provided to OEM on behalf of District 7910
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Successful Rotary Night at Fenway![]() Photo: Our section of Rotarians at the Red Sox vs. White Sox Game 9/22/23
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What does Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) Have for Course Content?![]() |
Left Right Center - October 20![]() The most fun you’ll have playing a game that takes under 3 minutes to learn! Cash Prizes, Raffles, 50-50, Pizza, Popcorn & Cash Bar ! When: Friday October 20, 2023 Doors open at 6:00 pm & Game starts at 7:00 pm Where: The Elks Lodge, 134 North Main St., Leominster, MATickets: $20.00 per person / Tables of 10 Available / Seats are Limited FOR TICKETS: Contact: Paul Gauvin 978-855-2145 paul@wsbeauty.com 21+ Event Proceeds to benefit the charitable endeavors of both Rotary clubs |
The Rotary Foundation Moment![]() We concentrate our efforts in order to maximize our local and global impact. Our most successful and sustainable projects and activities tend to address these causes, and all humanitarian projects, scholars, and vocational training teams funded by The Rotary Foundation’s global grants work toward specific goals in these areas of focus: ![]() |
Brookline Dog Day - October 22![]() |
Hoarding Disorder: Addressing Mental IllnessAt the club’s September 13 meeting, Lynn Faust, Executive Director of Metro Community Development Corporation, a regional non-profit corporation that promotes self-sufficiency in the MetroWest and greater Boston, specifically addressed hoarding disorder. Hoarding disorder, often called a “Disorder of Control, " is not new. However, as the public is destigmatizing mental illness, hoarding is beginning to come out in the open. Here’s the reality: Five percent of people are hoarders, which means 1 in 5 individuals suffer from this disorder. This disorder not only causes immense anxiety for the hoarder but also for their families.
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Acton-Boxborough Rotary Co-Sponsoring NE Walk Against Hate - October 15![]() The walk will be an inspiring family-friendly event, bringing together individuals of all backgrounds and beliefs. It's not just a walk - it's an event that demonstrates the collective power of Community. Please tell your family, friends, and neighbors, and encourage them to participate in this important Community event. |
Rotary Club of Northborough Golf Ball Drop Fundraiser - October 7![]() Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 4:00 PM Juniper Hill Golf Course, Northborough You don’t need to attend the drop in order to participate. The winner will be notified.
Register at the website: https://rotaryclubofnorthborough.org/ Proceeds to benefit the work of the Rotary Club of Northborough, including local, national, and international projects. |
Rotary Club of Concord Presents the Al Filipov Awards on 9/11![]() Photo: Left to right, Sergeant Tia Manchuso of the Concord Police Department, Concord Rotarian Steve Levitsky, Firefighter Samantha McChesney of the Concord Fire Department
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Why Should You Attend Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI)?![]()
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ESRAG Provides Guidance for Clubs to be Carbon Friendly![]() If you’d like a slideshow to use to present the idea to your club, click HERE to download. |
Weston Classic & Antique Car Show on September 23rd!![]() Rich spoke about the long history behind the car show that began with his father, what you can expect for its 26th rendition, and more! Check out the video and we hope to see you there! https://imd0mxanj2.execute-api.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ssr/watch/64ff496413a0f600084c34e0
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Climate Cafe September 28, 2023 at 6:30pm!Join us on Thursday, September 28th at 6:30pm to learn about some fascinating pollinator research being done right here in Massachusetts! ![]() To address these questions, they use highly integrative experimental approaches that combine concepts and methodologies from fields such as animal behavior, human psychology, molecular biology, community ecology, and computational biology. Click to learn more about the Gegear Lab. Click HERE to register!"
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Rotary Foundation Moment![]() The SHARE system is how The Rotary Foundation distributes funds to districts. When you contribute to Annual Fund-SHARE, the first 5% is deducted for operational costs. The remainder of the contribution is divided between the World Fund and District Designated Funds (DDF). The Trustees of the Rotary Foundation allocate money from the World Fund, and your district allocates DDF to the programs that people in your area want to support. The name defines what the system does, because contributions are shared throughout the world. You can help our district and support meaningful projects by giving to the Annual Fund-SHARE! |
D7910 Morley Scholarship Awarded to Resident of Stow (sponsored by Rotary of Nashoba Valley)Photo: Katie and RNV members
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Climate Cafes are Back!![]() Click HERE to register! |