As we turn the calendar to May, we celebrate one of the most inspiring and energizing aspects of Rotary—Youth Service Month. This is our moment to shine a spotlight on the next generation of leaders who are not just the future of Rotary… they are already making an impact today.
Across District 7910, I continue to be inspired by the incredible work of ourInteract Clubs, where high school students are discovering the power of service and leadership at an early age. These young leaders are organizing projects, supporting their communities, and showing us all what it truly means to liveService Above Self.
OurRotaract Clubsare equally impressive — bridging the gap between youth and professional service. They bring energy, innovation, and bold ideas to everything they do. Whether leading service initiatives, collaborating with Rotary clubs, or tackling real-world challenges, our Rotaractors are proving that leadership has no age requirement.
Please join District 7910 and your fellow Rotarians as we install Penny Hamel as our District Governor for the Rotary year 2026-2027. Early bird pricing of $55 is available until May 30th, and you can register at https://rotary7910.org/event/district-installation-2/. Seating is limited. Register now to save your spot.
10 weeks to RYLA, June 26, 27, 28 5 weeks to RYLA volunteer & session leader training - June 1- zoom
We’re looking for passionate adults who want to make a difference!
Join us as a volunteer and help guide students through powerful experiences like the Survival Course and Low Ropes, where they build resilience and confidence. Support them as they open up in meaningful conversations during sessions like Communications Challenge and Voices of Us.
If it is time for you to start taking distributions from your 401K, Traditional IRA or Sep IRA you can do so tax free! It is called a QCD (Qualified Charitable Distribution). Send payment straight from your retirement account to a qualified charity (like The Rotary Foundation) and you will not pay taxes on the distribution. You do not have to itemize to take advantage of this. And once you are 73, you have to take a distribution. Support the Foundation and see great things happen in our district and the world.
Children's Business Fair on Saturday, May 16, 2025 (rain date: Sunday, May 17) from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM at Weston Town Green (during Celebrate Weston), Weston, MA
What to Expect:
The Weston-Wayland Children's Business Fair inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneurs. Children showcase their very own businesses at our one-day market, which is part of the largest entrepreneurship event for kids in North America.
Fifty kids will develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and open their business booth for customers."
Grab your leash and bring your best friend — the furry one! On Saturday, May 16th at 3:30 PM, the Rotary Club of Wellesley, in partnership with the Wellesley Celebrations Committee and Friends of Wellesley Veterans, invites you to Pups in the Park at Diane Warren Softball Field. This family-friendly outdoor event celebrates community, animals, and of course — dogs! Proceeds benefit the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), supporting animals worldwide. Come out for an afternoon of fun and give back to a cause with real global impact. Get your tickets at WellesleyRotary.org!
Time to clean the closets since Spring and Summer are around the corner! All items are accepted including bedding, spreads, shoes, accessories, and clothing (used or new).
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.) Co-led by Susan Tordella, president elect of Littleton Rotary, she co-founded Learning Up in 2022 to to benefit a school offers alternatives to child labor. Co-led by Sos Zinsouply of USA-Togo-Benin. Limited to 12, a few spaces are open for the 8/28-9/13 trip. Contact susan.tordella@gmail.com, 978-846-2811.
Get ready to sip, savor, and make a difference! On Wednesday, May 20th, from 6:30–9:00 PM, the Rotary Club of Wellesley invites you to the Taste of Wellesley at the Wellesley Country Club. Enjoy signature dishes from over 15 of Wellesley's finest restaurants, craft beers, wines, spirits, live music, and exciting auction items — all for a great cause. Proceeds support Rotary's community programs fighting food insecurity. Tickets are $125 — grab yours today at www.wellesleyrotary.org and join us for a delicious evening of food, fun, and community impact!
On May 23rd from 1:00 PM-7:00 PM The Rotary Club of Concord will be holding the 4th Annual MusicFest. This FREE family friendly event takes place at Rideout Field in West Concord. Thanks to generous sponsors, proceeds from this year's event will benefit Minute Man Arc's Residential Program.
Got something that needs fixing or mending? Don't throw it away. Bring it to the Repair Café … Vacuum cleaners, lamps, jewelry, clothing, bicycles, small appliances, knives that need sharpening (not serrated), computers/other electronics, toys,. Something needs batteries, bring it to the Repair Café!!
The Neponset Valley Sunrise Rotary Club is inviting the community to a day of family-friendly fun, philanthropy, and friendly competition at its annual Duck Race on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Marie-Louise Kehoe (Riverdale) Park.
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
Join 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 crrclub.org.
The Rotary Club of Franklin is looking for vendors (by July 10) and helpers for the 51st Annual Tri-County Regional Craft Fair in Franklin on November 14, 2026.
The Rotary Club of Littleton’s annual Appleman Triathlon will take place on Sunday, July 19, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am, starting and ending at Long Lake Beach in Littleton. This is the Littleton Club’s largest fundraiser. 100% of the net proceeds from this race are used to support our Club’s charitable projects and volunteer activities. Check out the Triathlon website at www.ApplemanTriathlon.com for more details.
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.
The Rotaract Club of Boston University has continued to grow throughout the 2025–2026 school year, strengthening leadership and expanding its impact across campus and the Boston community. Guided by our pillars of community service, professional development, and club unity, we have prioritized meaningful outreach and strengthened personal connections within the Rotary community. We are so grateful for the opportunity to create lasting impact and learn from those around us. Please feel free to reach out to rotaract@bu.edu or check out our website and social media!
The Neponset Valley Sunrise Rotary Club recently gathered at Blue Hills Regional Technical School in Canton to continue its proud tradition of championing local youth. The ceremony was a celebration of student achievement and a meaningful tribute to the lasting impact of community service.
President Bob Blood led the presentation, highlighting the Club’s dedication to providing both recognition and resources to students as they prepare to enter the professional workforce or pursue higher education.
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.
What started as a call to clear out old electronics turned into a strong show of community support, as the Neponset Valley Sunrise Rotary Club’s Electronics Recycling Day in April drew a stream of residents throughout the morning.
Public Image Primer: 3 Rotary Logos Do's and Don'ts
1. DO use your custom Club logo all the time. DG Johnny's Leominster Club's simplified logo is perfect. If you're not using a logo that looks similar, you can find your Club logo in this folder. If your club is using the "old" wheel/gear/cog that has yellow and blue, you gotta change it.
2. DON'T use the Rotary "Mark of Excellence" for your Club's program, event, or anything. Use your Club's custom logo for everything.
3. DON'T use the Presidential "Unite for Good" message for anything that will go to folks who are not Rotary members. That's why the banner at the top of this newsletter no longer has the logo below.
To conform to Rotary's brand guidelines, you'll have the easiest time if you never use that logo at , beautiful as it may be.
Learn about Rotary club and district roles, as well as their impact on your community. Find resources and tools that support members in these roles.
Fellowships & Rotary Action Groups -- another corner
Rotary Action Groups: Visit this page to see complete information on the 25 dRotary Action Groups.
Mental Health Initiatives(Rotary Action Group; RAGMHI): The Goals of RAGHMI are: Breaking Stigma; Raising Awareness; Increasing Capacity.
Rotary Fellowships The Rotary Fellowships program is a structured program of Rotary International that comprises more than 75 independent fellowships. Join the growing number of Rotarians who are sharing their favorite activities and professional interests through organized recreational, vocational, and health/medical-related groups within Rotary. Visit the RI Fellowships page.
Cycling: If you are a cyclist and might be interested in Rotary rides, please visit the Rotary 7910 Cycling Group page to join the email group (which you can leave at any time, of course).
Pickleball: If you play pickleball, or want to, and might be interested in Rotary pickleball games, events or tournaments, please visit the Rotary 7910 Pickleball Group page to join the email group (which you can leave at any time, of course).
What's your favorite Rotary Fellowship?
We'd love to feature it. Please send us a note to publicimage@rotary7910.org or submit info through our wicked simple form that reaches the WebTeam.
Please join District 7910 and your fellow Rotarians as we install Penny Hamel as our District Governor for the Rotary year 2026-2027. Early bird pricing of $55 is available until May 30th, and you can register at 
Children's Business Fair on Saturday, May 16, 2025 (rain date: Sunday, May 17) from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM at Weston Town Green (during Celebrate Weston), Weston, MA
Grab your leash and bring your best friend — the furry one! On Saturday, May 16th at 3:30 PM, the Rotary Club of Wellesley, in partnership with the Wellesley Celebrations Committee and Friends of Wellesley Veterans, invites you to Pups in the Park at Diane Warren Softball Field. This family-friendly outdoor event celebrates community, animals, and of course — dogs! Proceeds benefit the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), supporting animals worldwide. Come out for an afternoon of fun and give back to a cause with real global impact. Get your tickets at 
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.)
Get ready to sip, savor, and make a difference! On Wednesday, May 20th, from 6:30–9:00 PM, the Rotary Club of Wellesley invites you to the Taste of Wellesley at the Wellesley Country Club. Enjoy signature dishes from over 15 of Wellesley's finest restaurants, craft beers, wines, spirits, live music, and exciting auction items — all for a great cause. Proceeds support Rotary's community programs fighting food insecurity. Tickets are $125 — grab yours today at 
On May 23rd from 1:00 PM-7:00 PM The Rotary Club of Concord will be holding the 4th Annual MusicFest. This FREE family friendly event takes place at Rideout Field in West Concord. Thanks to generous sponsors, proceeds from this year's event will benefit Minute Man Arc's Residential Program. 
Got something that needs fixing or mending? Don't throw it away. Bring it to the Repair Café
The Neponset Valley Sunrise Rotary Club is inviting the community to a day of family-friendly fun, philanthropy, and friendly competition at its annual Duck Race on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Marie-Louise Kehoe (Riverdale) Park.
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 
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The Rotary Club of Littleton’s annual Appleman Triathlon will take place on Sunday, July 19, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am, starting and ending at Long Lake Beach in Littleton. This is the Littleton Club’s largest fundraiser. 100% of the net proceeds from this race are used to support our Club’s charitable projects and volunteer activities. Check out the Triathlon website at www.ApplemanTriathlon.com for more details.
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.
The Rotaract Club of Boston University has continued to grow throughout the 2025–2026 school year, strengthening leadership and expanding its impact across campus and the Boston community. Guided by our pillars of community service, professional development, and club unity, we have prioritized meaningful outreach and strengthened personal connections within the Rotary community. We are so grateful for the opportunity to create lasting impact and learn from those around us. Please feel free to reach out to rotaract@bu.edu or check out our website and social media! 
The Neponset Valley Sunrise Rotary Club recently gathered at Blue Hills Regional Technical School in Canton to continue its proud tradition of championing local youth. The ceremony was a celebration of student achievement and a meaningful tribute to the lasting impact of community service.
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.
What started as a call to clear out old electronics turned into a strong show of community support, as the Neponset Valley Sunrise Rotary Club’s Electronics Recycling Day in April drew a stream of residents throughout the morning.
Learn about Rotary club and district roles, as well as their impact on your community. Find resources and tools that support members in these roles.
Mental Health Initiatives
Pickleball: If you play pickleball, or want to, and might be interested in Rotary pickleball games, events or tournaments, please visit the