District Assembly - Save the Date - May 6 - Register Today!

Join us on Saturday, May 6 at Assabet Valley Tech in Marlborough for our District Learning Assembly.

Enhance you Rotary knowledge, meet fellow Rotarians and refine your Club leadership skills. All Rotarians are welcome. Tuition is just $20, and our curriculum will cover a variety of topics relevant to all Rotary members. Our program begins with continental breakfast at 8:00am, and will conclude by noon. Separately, a new member welcome and grant qualification will follow our learning sessions.

Register today at https://rotary7910.org/event/district-assembly-2

District Assembly - Save the Date - May 6 - Register Today! Elliott Rittenberg 2023-04-01 04:00:00Z 0

Southborough Speaker: Dr. Laura Vandenberg, UMass-Amherst: Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) April 19

Posted by Acacia Warren on Mar 28, 2023
Dr. Laura N. Vandenberg has agreed to give a talk on April 19, 7:00 pm at the Southborough Library, 25 Main St, Southborough, MA 01772. The title of her talk is: 

"From BPA to Phthalates to PFAS: How Environmental Chemicals Are Harming Our Health and What We Can Do About It"

Dr. Vandenberg is an expert on endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) and is a Professor at the Department of Environmental Health Sciences, School of Public Health & Health Sciences, University of Massachusetts – Amherst. She is also the Associate Vice Chancellor of Research & Engagement at the university.
Southborough Speaker: Dr. Laura Vandenberg, UMass-Amherst: Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) April 19 Acacia Warren 2023-03-28 04:00:00Z 0

2nd Annual Westford Rotary Club Golf Ball Drop May 14, 2023 2:00 pm

Posted by Mary Foerster on Mar 28, 2023
Something new at the Westford Kiwanis Apple Blossom Festival this year. On Sunday, May 14, 2023 at 2:00 pm will be the 2nd Annual Westford Rotary Club Golf Ball Drop by Helicopter. Get your Golf Balls now….. see details on this flyer.  

If your Rotary Club would like to sell golf balls as a fundraiser for your Rotary Club, please contact Mary Forester at mary@maryff.com for details, selling forms and percentage earned on each group of balls.  

All funds earned by Westford Rotary Club is used for Rotary projects and more. 
 
2nd Annual Westford Rotary Club Golf Ball Drop May 14, 2023 2:00 pm Mary Foerster 2023-03-28 04:00:00Z 0

Pickleball For A Purpose in Newton April 8

Posted by Liz Tavares
The game of Pickleball has grown hotter than ever before, and it shows no signs of slowing down! The game is a great choice for people of all ages to play and have a great time together, and with its low learning curve, it's easy for anyone to pick up a Pickleball and start a game.
 
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - BEGINNERS - First 20 participants to register will be scheduled. 
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM - INTERMEDIATE + PLAYERS - First 20 participants to register will be scheduled. 
 
Pickleball For A Purpose in Newton April 8 Liz Tavares 2023-03-28 04:00:00Z 0

Southborough and the Diaper Queen

Posted by Maryann Beauvais on Mar 27, 2023
Rotary Club of Southborough's Lina Zolock spearheaded an effort to collect diapers sizes 4-6 as diapers are expensive. The club and clients from her business (Expressions Hair Studio in Reading, MA) collected 15 diaper boxes. That's over 1,000 diapers!
 
Lina and her business partner, Terry, met with Paula Borges-Stalker to transfer the diapers. The diapers will go to families at Finex House, Emmaus House, and Everett Grace Food Pantry as well as other organizations in the local communities that need them.
 
Our next project to help families in need is our Rotary Club of Southborough Handbag Drive - we are collecting gently used handbags, purses, and pocketbooks to add small personal items to unsheltered or homeless mothers for Mothers' Day 2023. All mothers deserve something special! 

The club is actively collecting until April 30 and then we will gather to add items such as small lotions, hand sanitizers, tissues, and more to the handbags. For more information or how to get involved, please email us at rotarysouthborough@gmail.com.
Southborough and the Diaper Queen Maryann Beauvais 2023-03-27 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Spotlight: Sandra Burgers, Shrewsbury

Posted by Marilyn Hirsch on Mar 25, 2023
For Sandy Burgers, “the ability to connect” is one of the things she appreciates most about Rotary. And it shows.

Last Fall, Sandy was part of the Rotary team who brought fifteen-year-old Emily Stukalo from Kyiv to Massachusetts, where she is now a sophomore at Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School. 

Connections were at the heart of it all: Sandy’s connection to Steve Albright of the Rotary Club of Yarmouth/inbound chairman of Rotary Youth Exchange District (RYE) 7950; Steve and Sandy’s connections to Kyiv Rotary; and Emily’s family connections to that same Kyiv Rotary club. 

As Sandy aptly put it, “this is a great example of how Rotary works—connections!”

Hard to believe given all she’s contributed, but Sandy was kind of a “reluctant Rotarian” at first.
Rotary Spotlight: Sandra Burgers, Shrewsbury Marilyn Hirsch 2023-03-25 04:00:00Z 0

RYLA student registration deadline is coming up fast!

Posted by Christine Pinney on Mar 25, 2023
The RYLA student registration deadline is in 3 weeks.

Now is the time for you to:
1. Make your student selections
2. Submit names, click here.
3. Provide the link to attendees and alternates, registration
        > Deadline: Saturday, April 15, 2023 ~ Note: you must submit names before students register
4. Monitor your student's registration status

Questions? Ask your RYLA support person/committee coach.

​​​​​Because of all you, this will be the BEST RYLA EVER!
RYLA student registration deadline is coming up fast! Christine Pinney 2023-03-25 04:00:00Z 0

Westford Rotary Club and First Robotics Team 4905 Partner Together with Ukraine Rotary & German Rotary on Water Project.

Posted by Patti Mason on Mar 25, 2023
one of the Aquaboxes with Potsdam German Rotary member The Westford Rotary Club partnered with FIRST Robotics Team 4905 (Ayer Shirley Regional School District) to raise funds supplying emergency assistance to citizens of Ukraine in need of clean water. Photo: one of the Aquaboxes with Potsdam German Rotary member

As we know, Russian forces have targeted public utilities in the Ukraine with the intent of making the residents uncomfortable. With public water supplies damaged there is an urgent need in many communities for clean water. Rotary Clubs in the Ukraine are working with the Rotary Club of Potsdam Germany to coordinate the purchase and supply of Aquabox water filtration systems.
Westford Rotary Club and First Robotics Team 4905 Partner Together with Ukraine Rotary & German Rotary on Water Project. Patti Mason 2023-03-25 04:00:00Z 0

Charles River Rotary Club invites you to Scoopapalooza Ice Cream Festival - June 24

Posted by Hank Szretter on Mar 25, 2023
Please join Charles River Rotary Club as we celebrate our 10th Scoopapalooza year and the start of Summer with an all you can eat ice cream festival on Natick Common Saturday June 24th from 11:30 AM to 3PM. Rain Date is June 25th. We expect to draw over 2,000 people to the event for frozen treats, community connecting, music and activities for the whole family. The event will raise significant funds for Charles River Rotary’s local philanthropic efforts, including a St.Patrick’s Day Dance for teens and young adults with special needs, literacy programs, scholarships for seniors at Keefe Regional Technical School, RYLA, Natick Food Pantry, local veterans and many local nonprofits. Tickets are $7.
Charles River Rotary Club invites you to Scoopapalooza Ice Cream Festival - June 24 Hank Szretter 2023-03-25 04:00:00Z 0

Fill Symphony Hall to Support Rotary’s New Peace Center

Posted by Elliott Rittenberg on Mar 25, 2023
Let’s join together for peace and make an impact! Volunteers are needed to plan an exciting event that will celebrate Rotary’s new Peace Center, scheduled to open in 2024 in Istanbul. Peace Centers are located at universities across the world – there are seven now and Istanbul will be the eighth. Rotary Peace Centers offer specially deigned curricula to train individuals devoted to peacebuilding and conflict resolution. To date, more than 1,500 people have been trained and serve in governments and NGO’s throughout the world.
Fill Symphony Hall to Support Rotary’s New Peace Center Elliott Rittenberg 2023-03-25 04:00:00Z 0

Left Right Center - April 21

Posted by Karen Fusco on Mar 25, 2023
The Rotary Clubs of Fitchburg & Montachusett Area present: Left-Right-Center Tournament 

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 April 21, 2023 

Where: Elks Lodge, 134 North Main Street, Leominster, MA 01453 

Tickets: $20 per person| Tables of 10 Available | Seats are limited 

For Tickets contact:  
Paul Gauvin (Fitchburg Club)  
Phone: 978-855-2145  
Email: paul@wsbeauty.com
Left Right Center - April 21 Karen Fusco 2023-03-25 04:00:00Z 0

Film: Nagar Schools Classroom Expansion

In 2018, Needham Rotary Club partnered with Raghav Rao of Hyderabad, India and his Rotary Club (RC Jubilee Hills) to add solar panels to schools there to help provide power and light. Sadly, he recently passed away. One of his daughters lives in Needham, and the family reached out to us to propose a classroom expansion project in his honor. Currently, the elementary and high schools in Film Nagar (suburban Hyderabad) are serving a population well in excess of capacity such that students are taught for only about half of the required hours of instruction. The plan is to meet this instructional need by adding eleven classrooms and eight toilets at a cost of $150,000. 
 
Needham Rotary Club has committed $5000, and we would like to try to raise the incremental $7000 of funds together with like-minded clubs in our District sufficient to cover the cost of one classroom, about $12,000.
Film: Nagar Schools Classroom Expansion Don DeVeuve 2023-03-25 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Day of Service - May 20, 2023

Posted by Joyce Graff on Mar 15, 2023
On Saturday, May 20, 2023, 12,000 Rotarians from 450 clubs across five states will be doing a wide variety  of  local  service projects in their communities.
 
We would like to see all the clubs in District 7910 participate in this Rotary Day of Service - from Brookline to Sturbridge and from the Connecticut border to the New Hampshire border. There's a lot of information and action items, so please click through to read/learn more. 
 
Clubs in the District are busy putting their plans together for the Rotary Day of Service May 20. The Fitchburg club met recently to discuss their plans to replace an aging sandbox in a public park in their town, and Fitchburg East has decided to join with them - planning, building, and planting. President Alexander Vera gathered an enthusiastic group, including Tracy Gagnon and Johnny Ahern (in the Day of Service tee shirts). Photo credit Danielle Ray/Sentinel & Enterprise. 
 
Has your club registered its project? If not, please do so quickly so that we can include you on the regional Day of Service website, opening soon! Click here to submit your project.
 
This multi-state collaborative is planning some powerful publicity - television, radio, billboards, and social media - to advertise every local project and encourage members of the community to join in the fun and rewarding feelings of doing good together.
 
We are excited to participate in this regional event! We hope this additional publicity will help to raise the visibility of the good works that your Rotary club has been doing in your community - and will encourage other community members to join in the fun.
 
Rotary Day of Service - May 20, 2023 Joyce Graff 2023-03-15 04:00:00Z 0 Community Projects,Rotary Day of Service

No Fooling, Much Bidding Set for ABRHS Interactors' Community Auction Night April 1

Posted by Steve Jones-D'Agostino on Mar 14, 2023

Please join us on Saturday, April 1 as Acton-Boxborough Regional High School's Interact Club holds its Community Auction Night. This Service Above Self fundraiser by these Interactors, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough, will take place from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the school's cafeteria, with snacks provided.

 

    No Fooling, Much Bidding Set for ABRHS Interactors' Community Auction Night April 1 Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2023-03-14 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough Club,Acton-Boxborough Regional High School,Fundraiser,Interact

    Climate Cafe March 23: How To Talk About Climate Change (and not alienate people)

     
    If you were unable to attend our March 23th conversation on "How to Talk About Climate Change", the recording and presenter slides are now available! Please click HERE to access them.
     
    Our next Climate Cafe is Thursday, March 23rd at 6:30pm. Our topic is How to Talk About Climate Change. This can be challenging, including starting the conversation and responding to other people’s beliefs and feelings about the climate. In this session, we will explore ways to personally connect with others to create a safe space for climate conversations, including listening to people with doubtful or dismissive beliefs. 

    Our guest will be Dr. Matthew Ballew, Ph.D., Research Specialist at the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication. Click HERE to get more information or to register.
    Climate Cafe March 23: How To Talk About Climate Change (and not alienate people) Susan Peghiny 2023-03-13 04:00:00Z 0

    Shrewsbury Club Emergency Preparedness Kits Service Project on March 27

    Are you ready for an emergency where you need to leave your home in a hurry or shelter in place? For most of us the answer is no. Rotarians in Shrewsbury will be creating 100 emergency preparedness kits as part of a service project to benefit local veterans, senior citizens and families served by Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services and St. Anne's Human Services. 
    Shrewsbury Club Emergency Preparedness Kits Service Project on March 27 2023-03-13 04:00:00Z 0

    Nourishing Newton Program

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    Nourishing Newton -- The Third Year

    For the past two years, The Charles River Regional Chamber has received funds and distributed state funds to pay for meals made by local restaurants and coordinated for delivery to local food pantries by the Rotary Club of Newton. Alie Mahar, Director of Community Development, Scandinavian Living Center and Keilly Cutler, Financial Advisor, Morgan Stanley, both members of the Newton Rotary Club, have spearheaded this initiative with the Chamber and the local restaurants.  
     
    Nourishing Newton Program Liz Tavares 2023-03-13 04:00:00Z 0

    Westford Rotary Donates Cultural, Diversity & Inclusion Books to WPS Students and the Community

    The Westford Rotary Club in connection with author Shirley Holdman (member of the Billerica Rotary Club) and the Billerica Adventure Series has introduced the children’s book, “This is My Community,” which talks about Racial Diversity and Inclusion. It was first introduced at the Westford Remembers “International Block Party” in the Fall of 2022 and followed this Winter 2023 by donating the books for the 1st-2nd grades classrooms at Miller, Nabnasset, Abbot Elementary Schools and the Roudenbush Community Center Afterschool Program. 

    In Westford and Billerica public schools, they are using the book as a classroom reading activity and discussion book. The book is written for K-2 grades.  

    The Club has displayed and donated, “This is My Community” book to the Westford Community and students as part of the ongoing Westford Rotary Cultural/Diversity/Education Projects. 
    Westford Rotary Donates Cultural, Diversity & Inclusion Books to WPS Students and the Community Patti Mason 2023-03-13 04:00:00Z 0

    Southborough Rotarians Raising Money for Turkey-Syria Disaster Relief to March 31

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    Over 47,000 people have died due to the earthquake in Turkey and Syria. Rescue missions continue. The Rotary Foundation Trustees decided that all donations marked Disaster Relief made from now until 31 March 2023, will go to the Turkey/Syria Disaster Response Fund and will be used to aid earthquake relief projects. In addition, the Trustees made available more than $125,000 to Rotary districts affected by the earthquake through Disaster Response Grants.
    Southborough Rotarians Raising Money for Turkey-Syria Disaster Relief to March 31 Joyce Fukami 2023-03-13 04:00:00Z 0

    Weston (Kid) Fishing Derby on April 23rd

    Calling all kid anglers (children who fish)! The Rotary Club of Weston & Wayland invites you to our annual Fishing Derby—a 40+ year tradition. Sunday, April 23 rd 9am-Noon at the Weston High School Pond. Bring your own gear, bait (no lures, please), and bucket. Fishing starts at 9 am sharp! Prizes are in four age categories up to age 14. FREE event, register online to attend. Rain or shine (the fish like to eat in all weather)!  

    Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Volunteers are welcome to help measure fish. Fishing is great family fun!

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
    Weston (Kid) Fishing Derby on April 23rd 2023-03-13 04:00:00Z 0

    Acton-Boxborough Serves Lunch to Boxborough Senior Citizens

    Posted by Steve Jones-D'Agostino on Mar 08, 2023
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    The Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough sponsored and served the monthly Boxborough Council on Aging Senior Luncheon on March 8. Club Sergeant-at-arms and COA Board member Maureen Masciola planned and coordinated the event, which was held at the Boxborough Community Center.
     
    Stock photo, above/Creative Commons
      Acton-Boxborough Serves Lunch to Boxborough Senior Citizens Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2023-03-08 05:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Boxborough Community Center,Boxborough Council on Aging,Senior Citizens

      Why Not Collaborate?

      A couple of years ago when Shelby Marshall, member of the Westborough Rotary Club (WRC) and former President, was first approached about serving as the Club’s representative for the Boy Scouts she hesitated. In fact, she shook her head with a silent “no.” However, Dave Kaiser, then President of WRC, assured her that this role was a “light lift.”
       
      So, what changed Marshall’s mind? Inspiration. Pure and simple.
      Why Not Collaborate? Reina Rago 2023-03-08 05:00:00Z 0
      Open Table Benefits from Two Clubs' Grant Funding, Donation Drive Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2023-03-01 05:00:00Z 0 Open Table,Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough,Rotary Club of Concord

      Rotary Youth Exchange: In-person exchanges are back!

      Rotary District 7910's Rotary Youth Exchange Team, chaired by Milford Rotarian Jane Schroeder, has been busy letting Rotarian know that in-person exchanges are back after COVID temporarily halted them.  
      Caption: Jeanne Reimonn hosted a December Holiday Brunch for students and their parents interested in Rotary Youth Exchange programs.  ESSEX Team members as well as several District and Club leaders joined in the festivities too.  Owen and Felipe are in the center of the front row.
      Rotary Youth Exchange: In-person exchanges are back! Jane Schroeder 2023-02-27 05:00:00Z 0

      Westford Rotary Donates Seeds 

      Spring is on it’s Way. Visit the JV Fletcher Library Seed Catalog and check out all the veggie and flower seeds donated by the Westford Rotary Club as part of their “Garden Planting and Grow Your Own Food” Project.  All seeds are FREE. People can check  often, seeds are  replenished as needed at the Library. Start your seeds NOW... Grow your own food and flowers. 

      The Westford Rotary Club receives the seeds from the Walmart -Hudson NH Donation program. Rotary donates the seeds to youth groups, schools, Westford Cameron Senior Center, Girl and Boy Scouts, Westford Community Gardens, JV Fletcher Library Seed Program, tables at Town events, and more programs. Westford Rotary received over 1000+ packets in 2022 seeds and will receive 2023 seeds in May to distribute.  

      Watch for more stories on the Westford Rotary Club and Walmart donation Partnership program to get needed items to different non profit groups and others.  "
      Westford Rotary Donates Seeds Patti Mason 2023-02-27 05:00:00Z 0

      Rotary Spotlight: Roy Balfour, Shrewsbury

      Roy Balfour is a cheerful giver. He doesn’t say no. He gives time, money, support, encouragement, you name it, he says yes, and he learned the power of generosity and community –– are you ready? –– at Woodstock.

      The three-day 1969 music festival in upstate N.Y., which was attended by 500,000 people, he says, “was a dramatic moment for me. Pivotal. It was the defining event of my life.
      Rotary Spotlight: Roy Balfour, Shrewsbury Elizabeth Karagianis 2023-02-24 05:00:00Z 0

      Ukrainian Family Needs Help Setting up Household

      The Ukrainian family Joyce Graff has been hosting has found an apartment in Lexington and is in need of some furniture and house goods. Please feel free to share this list with family and friends. We are hoping we can set them up in style after all their difficult adventures.
      Ukrainian Family Needs Help Setting up Household Susan Rack 2023-02-24 05:00:00Z 0

      Taste of Wellesley 2023: Fight Food Insecurity

      After a three-year pause due to COVID, the Rotary Club of Wellesley is proud to bring back its ""Taste of Wellesley"" annual fundraiser to support our community.  

      The event will again feature a wide variety of signature dishes from Wellesley restaurants, cafes, caterers, local breweries and wineries, along with live music and auction items that are locally sourced. We will be hosting the event for 300 guests at The Gardens at Elm Bank on Thursday, May 4, 2023 from 6:30 until 9 pm. 
       
      The event will provide a wonderful evening of food, beverages, live entertainment and opportunities to gather in community.
      Taste of Wellesley 2023: Fight Food Insecurity William Westerman 2023-02-24 05:00:00Z 0

      Wachusett Area Rotary Delivers Love

      "The Love Story," as told by Jessica Favreau: "Before COVID, we had a breakfast for the senior citizens in our community held at the Manor. We did this around Christmas time and had upwards to 500 seniors from our community.

      "Due to Covid, we had to pivot because we didn’t want to put our most vulnerable population at risk. We decided to do like a meal on wheels type thing. We partner with the senior centers from Holden, Sterling and West Boylston. They compile a list of seniors who would like to receive a meal.
      "The manor prepares the lasagna, salad, rolls and butter. Our high school kids put together chocolate bags and elementary students make valentines.  The seniors come to the respected senior center drive up and pick up their meals. Inclusive of warming instructions."
       
      Top Left: Herman Eknanian and Wachusett Area Rotary President-Elect Jess Favreau organize grab-and-go bags. Photo by Marisol Dittami - Wachusett Area Rotary President
      Wachusett Area Rotary Delivers Love Jess Favreau 2023-02-24 05:00:00Z 0

      Help us fight food insecurity by participating in the Taste of Wellesley 2023

      After a three-year pause due to COVID, the Rotary Club of Wellesley is proud to bring back its "Taste of Wellesley" annual fundraiser to support our community.

      The event will again feature a wide variety of signature dishes from Wellesley restaurants, cafes, caterers, local breweries and wineries, along with live music and auction items that are locally sourced. We will be hosting the event for 300 guests at The Gardens at Elm Bank on Thursday, May 4, 2023 from 6:30 until 9 pm.

       
      Help us fight food insecurity by participating in the Taste of Wellesley 2023 William Westerman 2023-02-24 05:00:00Z 0

      Lowell Rotary does Winterfest

      Ryan Burke, the marshmallow man, and the Rotary crew.Lowell Rotary once again participated in the annual Lowell Winterfest. The Club operates a marshmallow toasting booth (with optional s'mores) to raise money for scholarships. This year the Winterfest was 17-18 February. The Winterfest is sponsored by the City of Lowell and includes music, food, a market and other activities. In addition to raising money, the Winterfest booth is an opportunity to raise Rotary's image in the community and to provide an opportunity for members to work together to benefit the community.
       
      Right: Ryan Burke, the marshmallow man, and the Rotary crew.
      Lowell Rotary does Winterfest Jim Pope 2023-02-21 05:00:00Z 0

      Climate Cafe: How to Talk About Climate Change

      Talking about climate change with others can be challenging, including starting the conversation and responding to other people’s beliefs and feelings about the climate. In this session, we will explore ways to personally connect with others to create a safe space for climate conversations, including ways to talk about our own feelings related to the climate (e.g., anxiety, grief) and listening to people with doubtful or dismissive beliefs.
      Climate Cafe: How to Talk About Climate Change Susan Peghiny 2023-02-20 05:00:00Z 0

      Three District Conference~April 22nd

      Meet Rotary Change Maker Evan Burrell at our 3-District Conference
      April 1 Updated Conference Info:
       
      On Saturday, April 22, 2023, Rotary Districts 7890, 7910, and 7930 will come together at the Burlington Marriott for a 3 District Conference. Join us and meet keynote speaker Evan Burrell who's come all the way from Australia to talk to us. An accomplished public speaker, trainer, digital content creator, graphic artist, social media advocate and community volunteer, Evan has become known as a service minded Rotary superhero. See a special message from Evan at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7f5DLf7SbY.
       
      The conference begins at 9:00 AM with registration, coffee, and snacks, followed by the business meeting at 10:00 AM. Our Paul Harris Recognition & Awards Presentation Luncheon will be at noon. Twelve afternoon breakout sessions will be presented in four parallel tracks from 2:00 - 5:00 PM. Fellowship, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be at 5:00 PM, followed by a festive dinner with our keynote speaker Evan Burrell.   Registration is now open and we invite you to click here to sign up for the District Conference:  Register today! 
       
      Memorials: At this year's District Conference, April 22, at Marriott Burlington, we will remember those of our members who passed away since last year's conference. Please submit by April 15 the name of any deceased member of your club we should include, along with their dates, a photo, and a brief memorial note by email to memorials@rotary7910.org. 
       
      Click "Read More" to learn more of what's planned
      Three District Conference~April 22nd Elliott Rittenberg 2023-02-15 05:00:00Z 0

      Presidents-Elect & AGs: Register for Northeast PETS

      Our in-person Northeast PETS is scheduled for March 10-11, 2023 at the Marriott Hotel in Newton, Massachusetts. 
       
      Attendees will hear exciting keynote speakers including incoming Rotary International President Gordon McInally, and to network with nearly 500 Presidents-elect from seven Rotary districts.
       
      Even if you’ve served as President in the past, attendance at PETS will provide strategies to keep your Club and our organization relevant in today’s world. Register for NEPETS today. 
      Presidents-Elect & AGs: Register for Northeast PETS 2023-02-15 05:00:00Z 0

      Leominster and Fitchburg Clubs raise $15k for HS Bands

      Rotarians from the Rotary Clubs of Leominster and Fitchburg worked with city and school officials, and volunteers to host their annual Breakfast for the Bands (BFB) on November 20th, 2022 at Leominster High School. This event, hosted by both clubs, is in its 26th year of providing support to both band boosters and they have hit a record of $15,000 raised for 2022! Since its debut in 1995, these two clubs have raised and donated over $125,000 to both school music programs thanks to the generosity and support of local businesses and donors. 
      Leominster and Fitchburg Clubs raise $15k for HS Bands Johnny Ahern 2023-02-15 05:00:00Z 0

      Ashley Garcia to run '23 Boston Marathon for Newton Rotary Foundation

      Ashley Garcia will run the 127th Boston Marathon on April 17th, representing the Newton Rotary Foundation. She aims to raise $7,500 to fund the academic, technical and RYLA scholarships awarded to Newton High School students each spring. Ashley spoke to the club on February 7th, receiving her race jersey from President Andy Willinger and President-Elect Liz Tavares.
       
      Right: Ashley Garcia with Newton Rotary President Andy Willinger and President-Elect Liz Tavares
      Ashley Garcia to run '23 Boston Marathon for Newton Rotary Foundation Andy Willinger 2023-02-13 05:00:00Z 0

      RC of World Disability Advocacy: Reading & Blind Students in Malawi

      In Malawi, the blind students in the villages don’t have the opportunity to read books unless someone reads to them.

      Because of that, The Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy, District 7910, has collaborated with the Perkins School for the Blind and The Carol Center for the Blind to send 70 blind books to Malawi.
       
      Once the books make it to Malawi, the Rotary Club of Bwalla-Lilongue and the Parents of Disabled Children Association of Malawi will distribute the book. Distribution costs about $600 because of transportation and lodging needs.

      We're calling onRotary Clubs of District 7910 to help raise funds to get the books into the hands of the children.  Contact Club President Kenneth Masson, RC of World Disability Advocacy to get involved. 
      RC of World Disability Advocacy: Reading & Blind Students in Malawi 2023-02-13 05:00:00Z 0

      Rotary 7910's Ukraine Support

      Katya Portnaya, president-elect of the Weston-Wayland Rotary Club, was born in St. Petersburg and emigrated to the U.S. at 11. Her husband is from Ukraine. Last February, when Russia launched a full-scale invasion into Ukraine, the pair stared at the TV in dread. “I realized you can’t just sit around and cry. It’s always better to do something,” Portnaya says.

      Soon she and Roy Balfour, Rotary Foundation Chair, got together to brainstorm with four other members of District 7910 leadership, including Past District Governor Diana Nestorova. Immediately, they reached out to Rotary International and applied for a $25,000 Disaster Response Grant.

      It was a landmark action as the district became the first in the world to be allowed
      Rotary 7910's Ukraine Support 2023-02-13 05:00:00Z 0

      Concord Rotary: Sleep in Heavenly Peace Build Day

      On Saturday January 28th the Rotary Club of Concord joined with the Rotary Clubs of Bedford and Merrimack Valley to help the Sleep in Heavenly Peace non-profit organization build beds.
       
      We had over 25 people helping in two shifts. 43 headboards for 23 ½ beds were built. These beds are built for children who would otherwise be sleeping on the floor.
       
      Right: Chris Alphen teaching Concord Rotarians how to build the beds. 
      Concord Rotary: Sleep in Heavenly Peace Build Day Helen Halloran 2023-02-13 05:00:00Z 0

      Meals of Hope

      Posted on Feb 03, 2023
      Jack Day, Director of Meals of Hope in MA (member of Chelmsford Rotary) was joined by members of Chelmsford and Worcester Rotary and WPI to pack over 10,000 meals at WPI last December before the holidays. Meals of Hope in MA seeks to combat hunger in our local communities, including Worcester and Lowell. The meals packaged are rice-based and fortified by dried vegetable, protein and vitamins. For more info, contact Jack Day (jack@mealsofhope.org)
      Meals of Hope 2023-02-03 05:00:00Z 0

      Tying Fleece Blankets for Hope

      Posted on Feb 03, 2023
      When people are asked to describe what they picture when they hear homeless person, it’s not uncommon for responses to include descriptors such as male, dirty, disheveled, addict/drunk. But that is just one snapshot of many. There are also homeless women, children, teenagers, and families.
       
      (Reina Rago (right), Vice President of the Westborough Rotary Club, presents Donna Maria Cameron of Abby's House, (left) fleece blankets for the residents at this women's and children's shelter.)
      Tying Fleece Blankets for Hope 2023-02-03 05:00:00Z 0

      Delivers >100 Thanksgiving Pies 

      Over 100 fresh baked pies were distributed on Wednesday to make a happier Thanksgiving for many in Newton who are having a tough time this year, and to our first responders who are always on duty during the holidays.
       
      Newton Police Headquarters, and every Newton fire station were recipients of a stack of pies in appreciation for the outstanding service they provide our community.
       
      Caption: Newton Rotarians Paul Sullivan, Marie Presti, and Paul Loiselle
      Delivers >100 Thanksgiving Pies 2023-01-28 05:00:00Z 0

      Food and Toys at Christmas 

      The Lowell Rotary helped to distribute food and toys at the Lowell Dwelling House of Hope before Christmas. Levenia Furusa-Mavingire, a member of the Club, is the director of the organization.
       
      The House of Hope distributes food weekly to hundreds of needy residents of Lowell. Members of Lowell Rotary are often there to help doing everything from unloading and packaging food to directing traffic. 
       
      Caption:  Rotarians John Finegan, Levenia Furusa-Mavingire and Patty Witts
      Food and Toys at Christmas 2023-01-27 05:00:00Z 0

      Bedford's 34th Holiday Breakfast Fundraiser

      Posted on Jan 04, 2023

      The Rotary Club of Bedford’s 34th annual holiday breakfast fundraiser was a SUCCESS! Our Winter Community Breakfast brought together over 300 community members- families, students, volunteers, local business owners, and even Santa and Mrs. Claus! Here is our article page that has links to a full article in the Bedford Citizen. and YouTube video capturing event highlights.

       
      Bedford's 34th Holiday Breakfast Fundraiser 2023-01-04 05:00:00Z 0

      Acton's third graders look up new words thanks to local Rotarians

      Posted by Steve Jones-D'Agostino on Jan 03, 2023
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      Acton's third-grade students are learning the definitions of new words thanks to local Rotarians. The Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough has donated a total of more than 370 personalized dictionaries to the town's six elementary schools.
       
      Shown above, left to right, are Nancy Auger and Gina Lemieux, third-grade teachers at Luther Conant School, posing with two of the donated dictionaries.
       
      Acton's third graders look up new words thanks to local Rotarians Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2023-01-03 05:00:00Z 0 Acton,Boxborough,Dictionaries,Education,Literacy

      Brookfields Rotarian Leads Sneaker Drive

      Jake Rosen, a member of the Rotary Club of the Brookfields and a student of Tantasqua Regional High School played an important role in organizing and running a sneaker and shoe drive at the school.  For this drive, New and used sneakers and shoes are collected to either be regifted or recycled for construction projects. To this end, the drive aims to mitigate environmental pollution by diverting shoes and sneakers from our waste stream. A pair of sneakers, if brought to a landfill,  will take up to 43 years to decompose. This year, thanks to the wonderful donations brought in by all the students, teachers, and school office employees, two car trunks worth of sneakers and shoes totaling 72 pairs will go to people in need or into construction projects and not end up in a landfill or be discarded.
      Brookfields Rotarian Leads Sneaker Drive 2022-11-28 05:00:00Z 0

      Help Habitat For Humanity Build in Concord


      Join Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell as we build a new home in Concord Massachusetts at 365 Commonwealth Avenue.  The groundbreaking will take place on November 30th at the site. Clubs are welcome to sign up as well as individual Rotarians.  Any skill level is welcome! For more information contact Suzanne Frechette, President, MVR and Director of Development at Habitat.  You can also sign up online at Habitat's website: www.lowellhabitat.org.
      Help Habitat For Humanity Build in Concord Elliott Rittenberg 2022-11-28 05:00:00Z 0

      Rotary DEI Fall Summit Recordings Available

      Over 100 Rotarians, guests, and DEI professionals gathered for our Virtual DEI Summit on October 22. Eight breakout sessions followed opening remarks by Dr. Todd "Bowtie" Jenkins.   Watch our opening and closing sessions in the video posted here.  All of the videos from the Summit have been posted, and are available at this YouTube link.
       
      Save the Date: We're already planning our next Summit for Spring 2023. Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 25. More details will follow shortly.
      Rotary DEI Fall Summit Recordings Available Elliott Rittenberg 2022-11-10 05:00:00Z 0 #DEI

      Foundation Dinner • Celebrate Service!

      Come celebrate the accomplishments of our District with The Rotary Foundation as we showcase our efforts for Ukraine Relief, Polio Plus, and a sampling of local and international humanitarian projects.  In addition, we will honor clubs that have earned Foundation recognition for their donations in the 2021-2022 Rotary year. Our program features

      Polio Plus Update • Dr. Carl Good
      Morley Scholar • Jared Perlow
      District & Global Grant Projects
      Club And Member Awards & Recognition
      Special Guest Appearance • Rotary General Secretary John Hewko

       

      Foundation Dinner • Celebrate Service! 2022-10-29 04:00:00Z 0

      Saying Goodbye to Ron Bott

      Ron Bott, of Concord, passed away on October 21, 2022.  A Rotarian who truly exemplified our motto of Service Above Self,  Ron first joined the Rotary Club of Concord in 1997 and eventually became its president. He later helped to charter the Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley and became its first president. Ron went on to serve in a number of Club and District positions, including District Membership Chair. The work that Rotary did was important to Ron, but even more important to him were the bonds that he formed with his Rotary comrades—they were truly an extension of his family. 
       
      A celebration of Ron’s life was held on Sunday, November 20th at Concord's Colonial Inn. Donations in his honor can be made to the American Cancer Society.
       
      Saying Goodbye to Ron Bott 2022-10-28 04:00:00Z 0

      2022 Brookline Dog Day

      In 2021, Brookline Rotary coordinated the first town-wide celebration of dogs.  It was just at the time we were all craving community and fun after months of isolation and uncertainty.  The day, despite being postponed a week due to weather, was nothing but laughs and smiles and a perfect antidote to some tough times.  We are again reprising this event on Sunday, October 16, 2022, at Downes Field.
       
      2022 Brookline Dog Day 2022-09-19 04:00:00Z 0
      Saving Lives with Disaster Response Grants! 2022-09-07 04:00:00Z 0 Disaster Response,District Grants,Global Grants

      Acton-Boxborough Checks Out  New Acton Memorial Library Director

      Posted by Steve Jones-D'Agostino on Aug 18, 2022
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      Maria Palacio has made great inroads in outreach and programs and services for new Americans and those without a traditional library background. Maria, who recently became the new director of Acton Memorial Library, was the inspirational keynote speaker during our Club Meeting on August 17.

       

       

      Acton-Boxborough Checks Out  New Acton Memorial Library Director Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-08-18 04:00:00Z 0 Acton Memorial Library,Acton-Boxborough,Boxborough,Diversity,Literacy,New Americans

      Greetings from District Governor Dr. Victor Tom

      I am honored to be your District Governor for 2022-23. It has always been a dream of mine to become a 3rd generation Rotarian. The District Installation event was a rousing success, with close to 100 Rotarians and family enjoying a wonderful evening of fellowship in The Barn at Gibbet Hill. The energy in the room was electric and was a fitting launch of our Rotary year.  

      Let me tell you about issues that we are addressing in our district. When I say we, we have a great DG chain, with DGE Elliott Wittenberg and DGN Joyce Graff following me.  We’re in constant communication addressing district issues on a weekly basis. We’re putting together a 3-year strategic plan with the help of Joyce Fukami. But I also want to remind you that we are not dictating to the clubs what to do, but we view the District as providing help to the clubs, making available tools, templates, information, and opportunities that clubs can use to help them fulfill their goals. We are having monthly Zoom meetings on specific topics and I have open office hours (two Fridays a month) where you can just drop in and tell us your ideas, problems or whatever is on your mind. We are listening.

      My objectives for my Rotary year follow Jennifer Jones’ theme Imagine and action plan.  She would like us to imagine how to:  1) increase our impact through service projects and Rotary storytelling2) expand our reach by partnering up with organizations and other clubs; 3) enhance member engagement through better engagement of all of our members leaving no one behind; and 4) increase our ability to adapt to new opportunities and new member ideas. Over the course of the year, we’ll work with the clubs to find ways we can help our clubs make progress in one or more of these areas.

      I know that the pandemic has curtailed many in-person events that we loved to attend in pre-pandemic times. We long for the fellowship and interactions that Zoom cannot fully replicate. So check our district calendar for these events, such as New Member social, Foundation dinner, Holiday Party, District Conference and Rotary Youth Leadership Awards.  And speaking of the Foundation, I am laying down a challenge to District 7910 to raise $5,000 for Polio Plus, and if we meet that challenge I will do the Polar Plunge in the icy cold Atlantic Ocean.

      Thus far, I have visited about 12 clubs. By the end of August, I will have visited half of the clubs (25) in our District. I’m pleased to report that our clubs have exhibited passion and have plans for an exciting year. In future newsletters, I will add additional detail and news from the District so that all Rotarians can see what our District is accomplishing.


       
      Greetings from District Governor Dr. Victor Tom Elliott Rittenberg 2022-08-16 04:00:00Z 0

      About '22-'23 DG Victor Tom

      Posted by Steve Jones-D'Agostino on Aug 15, 2022
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      District Governor Victor Tom is a past president and a member of the Rotary Club of Bedford. He joined the Bedford Club in 2006, becoming a third-generation Rotarian following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather. He served as his Club's president in 2009 and again in 2014 (for four months). He has served numerous roles in District 7910.
       
      Victor also has a keen interest in mentoring our youth. He has been an instructor at our district's annual RYLA events, and has established and advises the Rotaract Club of MIT.  For six years, he also served as chair of District 7910's Bandey-Hefler Fellowship for a Rotary exchange between our District and two Districts southwest of London.
       
      Professionally, Victor received his BS, MS, and ScD from MIT in electrical engineering and computer science with a specialization in computer vision. Dr. Tom is currently a chief scientist at BAE Systems, FAST Labs in Burlington, MA. He is helping to solve critical defense problems. 
       
      In non-defense work, Victor helped win the America’s Cup in 1992 and developed the first practical pitch-tracking system for Major League Baseball. The system revolutionized the way umpires call balls and strikes.
       
      You may contact Victor at vtom0@yahoo.com
       
       
       
      About '22-'23 DG Victor Tom Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-08-15 04:00:00Z 0 Bedford,District Governor,Victor Tom
      Acton-Boxborough Supports Health of Seniors and Adults with Medical/Cognitive Challenges Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-08-07 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Adult Day Health Services,Boxborough,Cooperative Elder Services
      Worcester Dedicates Peace Pole Rich Prager 2022-07-24 04:00:00Z 0 Elm Park,Peace Pole,Worcester,World Peace
      Worcester Sets Peace Pole Dedication Ceremony Rich Prager 2022-07-20 04:00:00Z 0 Elm Park,Peace Pole,Worcester,World Peace
      Using Sign Language for Success Kenneth A. Masson 2022-06-08 04:00:00Z 0 Diversity Equity Inclusion,Judy Kihumba,Luke Muleka,People with Disabilities,Sign Language,Victoria Tassara

      Remembering Bud Flannery: A True, Fun Blue-and-Gold Rotarian

      Posted by Steve Jones-D'Agostino on May 21, 2022
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      Bud Flannery, a founding member 60 years ago of the Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough, passed away on Friday, May 20 at the age of 91. His wife of 65 years, Joan (Cooke) Flannery, passed away in 2018.  We wish Bud's family condolences for their loss. To read his obituary, which includes details on visiting hours, funeral mass, and burial servicesclick here. (Bud and Joan are shown posing in 2015 outside their Acton home, in a photo by Molly Loughman of WickedLocal.com.)
       
      Remembering Bud Flannery: A True, Fun Blue-and-Gold Rotarian Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-05-21 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Bud Flannery,Four-Way Test,Fun,Service Above Self
      Remembering Bud Flannery: A True Blue and Gold Rotarian 2022-05-21 04:00:00Z 0
      Acton-Boxborough Shown Vision of World Where Everyone Has a Decent Place to Live Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-05-20 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Affordable Housing,Carolyn Read,Habitat for Humanity

      U.S.-made, Battlefield-quality Tourniquets Needed for War-Torn Ukraine

      Posted by Steve Jones-D'Agostino on May 16, 2022
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      Do you know of medical-device manufacturers based in the United States who may want to either donate or sell at a deep discount at least $25,000 worth of battlefield-quality tourniquets for emergency-response efforts in war-torn Ukraine? These devices are used for stopping the flow of blood through a vein or artery - typically by compressing a limb with a cord or tight bandage.

       

      U.S.-made, Battlefield-quality Tourniquets Needed for War-Torn Ukraine Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-05-16 04:00:00Z 0 Battlefield quality,Emergency response,Medical devices,Tourniqets

      Service Above Self In Ukraine

       
      Join us on Monday, May 16 at 9 AM as our speaker, Rotarian & Past President Mark Gitelman from the Rotary Club of Kyiv updates our Club on the situation in Ukraine
      Zoom Meeting ID:  872 3871 4163
      Passcode:  RWDA2022
      Service Above Self In Ukraine Elliott Rittenberg 2022-05-12 04:00:00Z 0

      Brookline Rotary Sponsors Virtual Auction

      Browse Now • Bidding Opens May 1 at 12:01 AM!
      http://bit.ly/rotary-auction

      Don't Miss Your Chance to Bid on These Amazing Items!

      • One-day Gallery Tickets for the U.S. Open Golf Tournament at The Country Club in Chestnut Hill, Brookline, Massachusetts
      • Gift Cards to many of the delightful restaurants and food shops in Brookline
      • Gift Cards for some wonderful shopping experiences
      • Unique Experiences for adults and children
      • Services of various professionals -- legal, accounting, tutoring, and more
      Brookline Rotary Sponsors Virtual Auction Elliott Rittenberg 2022-04-23 04:00:00Z 0

      Acton-Boxborough Learns About Fighting Climate  Change

      Posted by Steve Jones-D'Agostino on Apr 21, 2022
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      Want to know more about fighting climate change? Ask Elliott Rittenberg, District 7910's governor nominee and a past president of the Westborough Club, who was the keynote speaker during Acton-Boxborough's Club Meeting on April 20. He co-chairs the District's Environmental Action Group along with Susan Peghiny of the Newton Club.

       

      Acton-Boxborough Learns About Fighting Climate Change Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-04-21 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Climate Change,Elliott Rittengerg,Environmental Action Group,Sue Peghiny,Westborough Connects

      Acton-Boxborough's 'Funniest Fundraiser Around' - Buy Your Tickets Now

      Posted by Steve Jones-D'Agostino on Apr 12, 2022
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      Looking for a wonderful way to celebrate spring? Searching for the perfect Mothers’ Day surprise? Gather some family and friends for the Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough's 20022 'Bid for Brighter Futures: The Funniest Fundraiser Around.' Friday, May 13 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Boxboro Regency Hotel and Conference Center.

       

      Acton-Boxborough's 'Funniest Fundraiser Around' - Buy Your Tickets Now Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-04-12 04:00:00Z 0 Acton Food Pantry,Acton-Boxborough,Bid for Brighter Futures,Cooperative Elder Services,Domestic Violence Shelters Network,Matt Roberts

      'World Disability Matters' Podcast: Advocacy by and for People with Disabilities

      Posted by Kenneth A. Masson on Apr 11, 2022
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      (Shown is the logo of the "World Disability Matters" podcast, with the podcast's name in white against a blue, violet, and gold circle against a light blue background.)
       
      What are the goals of advocacy by and for people with disabilities? What makes an effective advocate? Is change possible? Why be an advocate?
       
      'World Disability Matters' Podcast: Advocacy by and for People with Disabilities Kenneth A. Masson 2022-04-11 04:00:00Z 0 Diversity Equity Inclusion,Jeremy Opperman,Jeremy Warriner,People with Disabilities,World Disability Matters
      Taking Acton's Economic Development Up the Next Level Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-04-07 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Economic Development
      Framingham Loses Two Long-Term Members Elliott Rittenberg 2022-03-28 04:00:00Z 0 Stu Arvedon,Ted Welte,Westborough
      Acton-Boxborough Rises Up for Rise Against Hunger Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-03-28 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Rise Against Hunger,Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley

      Concord Pops

      ROTARY CELEBRATES 90 YEARS WITH LIVE MUSIC AT SPRING POPS
       
       
      Join the Rotary Club of Concord in celebration of its 90 years of service at Spring Pops with the Concord Band and jazz vocalist Cindy Scott on Friday, April 8 at 8 p.m. at 51 Walden in Concord. This fundraiser in support of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell’s newly renovated two-family house in Concord will help provide a home for deserving families. Doors open early, at 7 p.m., for guests to enjoy refreshments and bid on auction items.  Due to Covid concerns, there will be auditorium style seating. Admission is $30 per person. Reservations may be made at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/crp/event/845387/www.rotaryclubofconcord.org, Hope to see you there.
      Concord Pops Cliff Rober 2022-03-25 04:00:00Z 0
      Register Now for District Conference 2022 Elliott Rittenberg 2022-03-21 04:00:00Z 0
      Rotary Responds to Ukraine Crisis Elliott Rittenberg 2022-03-07 05:00:00Z 0 Disaster Response Fund,Kyiv,The Rotary Foundation,Ukraine Crisis

      District 7910 Sponsors Diversity Equity & Inclusion Summit

      Join us on March 26 at 9:00am for District 7910's first Diversity Equity & Inclusion Summit. Rotary International’s theme for this year is “Serve to Change Lives.”  Network and share ideas with other DEI stakeholders. Learn about available resources, actions you can take, and programs you can plan to change lives in your community. Attendance is free, but space is limited. Register now to secure your seat at this important event.
       
       
      CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS FREE VIRTUAL EVENT
      Zoom links will be sent out to all registrants the day prior to the event
       
      Who Should Attend
      • Rotarians
      • Community members working on DEI issues
      • Municipal employees responsible for DEI issues
      • Corporate/Organizational DEI managers
      • Educators focusing on DEI issues
      District 7910 Sponsors Diversity Equity & Inclusion Summit Elliott Rittenberg 2022-02-26 05:00:00Z 0
      Disabilities Advisory Group: The Importance of People with Disabilities in Rotary Kenneth A. Masson 2022-02-13 05:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,Mark Wafer,People with Disabilities
      Acton-Boxborough: Help Our In-Need Babies and Seniors Ann Sorvari 2022-02-11 05:00:00Z 0 Acton Food Pantry,Acton-Boxborough

      Remembrance: Bob Johnson, Dedicated and Devoted Worcester Rotarian

      Posted by Andy Burgoyne on Feb 09, 2022
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      Robert “Bob” Johnson, a dedicated member of the Rotary Club of Worcester and a true Rotarian who devoted 46 years of his life to his club and the Worcester community, passed away on January 16, 2022. Bob's fellow Worcester Rotarians always appreciated his presence and wonderful outlook on life. He is someone our club misses terribly.
       
      Remembrance: Bob Johnson, Dedicated and Devoted Worcester Rotarian Andy Burgoyne 2022-02-09 05:00:00Z 0 Bob Johnson,Robert Johnson,Rotary Club of Worcester
      Acton-Boxborough: Delivers 237 Pairs of Crew Socks for Military Personnel Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-01-28 05:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Operation American Soldier
      Acton-Boxborough: Celebrating, Conversing with IPDG/Fellow Club Member Diana Nestorova Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-01-19 05:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Diana Nestorova
      Acton-Boxborough: Wide-Ranging, Informative Talk with DG Cliff Rober Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-01-05 05:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Cliff Rober,District 7910
      Acton-Boxborough: Happy New Year - and End Polio Now! Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2022-01-01 05:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,End Polio Now,Polio Eradication

      It’s Brookfield Rotary’s Season of Giving

      In December, just in time for the Holidays, Brookfields Rotary Co-President Lynn Duffy O’Shea presented holiday donation checks to the local Food Pantries in North Brookfield and Spencer. Here we see Kathy Sullivan accept a check for the Mary, Queen of the Rosary Pantry in Spencer, MA. Separately, Cecelia Daniels accepted a check on behalf of the North Brookfield First Congregational Church Pantry.
       
      The Club also collected more than 125 coats and recycled footwear as part of its community service efforts this holiday season.
      It’s Brookfield Rotary’s Season of Giving Elliott Rittenberg 2021-12-21 05:00:00Z 0
      Acton-Boxborough Provides Comfort, Joy, Gifts, and Carols to Nursing Home Residents Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2021-12-17 05:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Holiday Season,Life Care Center of Acton,Senior Citizens

      World Disability Advocacy: Being Committed to A Cause Has Many Meanings

      Posted by Kenneth A. Masson on Nov 12, 2021
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      Commitment is an important in the world.  It means many things to many people. Much of it depends on who you are and what you are. 
       
      To advocates, commitment means dedication to the cause. To Rotarians it is a dedication to the cause - but also to the principles of Rotary. For Rotary advocates, sometimes we must identify ourselves as one or the other.
       
      (Shown is a photo of the hand of a volunteer holding the hand of a person in need of help.)
       
      World Disability Advocacy: Being Committed to A Cause Has Many Meanings Kenneth A. Masson 2021-11-12 05:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,People with Disabilities

      World Disability Advocacy: Awareness Betters Human Rights for People with Disabilities

      Posted by Kenneth A. Masson on Nov 03, 2021
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      More than one billion people worldwide - around 15 percent of the world population - are living with a disability. As Rotarians, we continue to push for diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. But do your DEI efforts include people with disabilities? Do you understand their challenges? Are you part making the change that ensures there is DEI in our society?
       
       
       
       
       
      World Disability Advocacy: Awareness Betters Human Rights for People with Disabilities Kenneth A. Masson 2021-11-03 04:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,People with Disabilities

      World Disability Advocacy: Kindly Increasing Accessibility and Inclusion Awareness

      Posted by Kenneth A. Masson on Oct 26, 2021
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      Kindness is a part of the essence of The Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy as well as Rotary in general. The motto of Rotary is "service above self," and it is in that spirit that the seed of kindness is planted. For those associated with disability advocacy, kindness can be, for example, helping a person who is struggling with a wheelchair; and, visiting someone who maybe feel isolated because of a disability. Oftentimes for the advocates, though, it is speaking up for accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. Kindness can also be about bringing awareness to people about disabilities issues, including ableism.
       
      World Disability Advocacy: Kindly Increasing Accessibility and Inclusion Awareness Kenneth A. Masson 2021-10-26 04:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,People with Disabilities

      "Trek Sturbridge" Halloween 5K Race & Fun Walk

      The Rotary Club of Sturbridge is delighted to bring to our community this inaugural combination of timed races and other activities:

      • a timed 5K Trail Run ($30)
      • a Fun Walk on the same 5K trail ($30)
      • a timed 1-Mile Race for pre-teens (12 years & under) ($15)
      •  Costume Parade, Relay Races and Organized Games for young children. (Free)
      DON'T FORGET TO WEAR YOUR HALLOWEEN COSTUMES!!
       
      "Trek Sturbridge" Halloween 5K Race & Fun Walk Klaus Hachfeld 2021-10-26 04:00:00Z 0
      Acton-Boxborough Learns about Acton's Sustainability Efforts Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2021-10-21 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Climate Action,Climate Change,Sustainability

      World Disability Advocacy: Coordinators - Not Managers - of Human-Rights Projects

      Posted by Kenneth A. Masson on Oct 19, 2021
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      As we move forward with our Club, it is important to remember that when we were chartered last June by Rotary International, we said that our Club will be a coordinator of human-rights projects rather than a manager of those projects. Most Rotary clubs take on and manage projects that meet one or more of Rotary's Seven Areas of Focus. They are involved in managing the project by providing people with power and/or funding.
       
      (Shown: Poster of raised hands of people of various skin colors, with this quote from Nelson Mandela: "To Deny People Their Human Rights Is To Challenge Their Very Humanity.")
       
      World Disability Advocacy: Coordinators - Not Managers - of Human-Rights Projects Kenneth A. Masson 2021-10-19 04:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,People with Disabilities

      Past RI President Ian Riseley Visits Climate Café

      Posted by elliott rittenberg on Oct 05, 2021
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      Past Rotary Internation President Ian Riseley joined us from Australia via Zoom during the D7910 Environmental Action Group's Climate Cafe on September 29. Ian spoke of Rotary's long history of supporting environmentally-related projects, and how the adoption of our new Area of Focus will further enhance our efforts through the availability of grant funding and other resources. Click here to view the video of Environmental Action Group co-chair Sue Peghiny's captivating conversation with Past President Riseley.

       
      Past RI President Ian Riseley Visits Climate Café elliott rittenberg 2021-10-05 04:00:00Z 0 Climate Change,Environment
      Acton-Boxborough Serves Lunch to Local Senior Citizens Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2021-09-20 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Senior Citizens
      World Disability Advocacy: Developing Great Plan for Great Project Kenneth A. Masson 2021-09-14 04:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,People with Disabilities
      World Disability Advocacy - Volunteering Has Many Benefits Beyond Money Kenneth A. Masson 2021-09-07 04:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,People with Disabilities,Volunteers
      Acton-Boxborough Aprons Up to Serve Up a Senior Citizens Lunch Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2021-09-07 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Council on Aging,Senior Citizens
      World Disability Advocacy: Advocates of The World Kenneth A. Masson 2021-08-31 04:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,People with Disabilities
      Acton-Boxborough Golf Tournament Nets $5,700 Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2021-08-29 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Golf Tournament,Quail Ridge Country Club
      World Disability Advocacy: Helping Hard-of-Hearing People Worldwide Kenneth A. Masson 2021-08-24 04:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,Hearing Access to Healthcare,People with Disabilities
      World Disability Advocacy: Serving Human Rights of People with Disabilities Kenneth A. Masson 2021-08-17 04:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,Kericho Kenya,People with Disabilities
      World Disability Advocacy: Seeking Web-App Developers Kenneth A. Masson 2021-08-10 04:00:00Z 0 Disability Advocates,Disabillity Advisers,Diversity Equity Inclusion,People with Disabilities
      World Disability Advocacy: Kindly Introduce Yourself Kenneth A. Masson 2021-08-03 04:00:00Z 0 Diversity Equity Inclusion,People with Disabilities,Rotary Club of World Disability Advocates
      Rotary@ Work: Sales & Marketing Session, July 12 Roy Balfour and John Marchiony 2021-07-12 04:00:00Z 0 Marketing,Rotary Business Networking Series,Rotary@Work,Sales

      Register & Sponsor Now: Acton-Boxborough's 29th Annual Presidents Golf Tournament, on August 18

      Posted by Steve Jones-D'Agostino on Jul 07, 2021
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      The Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough invites you to join us on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, at Acton's Quail Ridge Country Club, for our 29th Annual Presidents Golf Tournament. Because this is one of our largest fundraisers of the year, we welcome and appreciate all players and all sponsors.

       

      Register & Sponsor Now: Acton-Boxborough's 29th Annual Presidents Golf Tournament, on August 18 Steve Jones-D'Agostino 2021-07-07 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Golf Tournament,Quail Ridge Country Club

      World Disability Advocacy Club and Disabilities Advisors Group

      Posted by Ken Masson on Jul 01, 2021
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      The Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy is the most diverse club in District 7910 - and one of the most diverse in the world. The 20 charter members represent eight countries - and 18 of the members are new Rotarians. The e-club is comparably also young, with an average age around 32.
      World Disability Advocacy Club and Disabilities Advisors Group Ken Masson 2021-07-01 04:00:00Z 0 Disability Advisors,Disability Advocacy,People with Disabilities,Rotary Club,World Disability
      Environmental Action Group's First-Ever Climate Cafe, July 22 - And Lots More! Susan Peghiny and Elliott Rittenberg 2021-06-30 04:00:00Z 0 Climate Cafe,Environmental Action Group

      Remembrance: Bob Erickson, Long-Time Leader of Acton-Boxborough, District

      Posted by Ann Sorvari on Jun 28, 2021
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      Robert "Bob Erickson, a longtime member of the Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough - as well as long-time leader of his club and our district - passed away at the age 93 on June 23 in Windham, NH. He exemplified the Rotary motto: Service Above Self. He lived every day by Rotary's Four-Way Test, and was a Paul Harris Fellow.
      Remembrance: Bob Erickson, Long-Time Leader of Acton-Boxborough, District Ann Sorvari 2021-06-28 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Bob Erickson,Four-Way Test,Service Above Self
      Register Now: Rotary@Work's Questions Session, on June 28 Roy Balfour and John Marchiony 2021-06-27 04:00:00Z 0 Rotary@Work

      Leominster Club, City DPW Team Up to Stencil Storm Drains

      Posted by Cheryl A. Cuddahy, Sentinel & Enterprise on Jun 26, 2021
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      (This June 12 story in the Sentinel & Enterprise was written by Cherly A. Cuddahy, editor for community news, who also took the accompanying photos.​​​​​)
       
      The United Nations World Oceans Day, celebrated this [June 8], was set remind us of the major role the oceans have in our everyday life, with the purpose of the day to inform the community of the impact of human actions on the ocean and develop a worldwide movement to protect the environment. In observance of World Oceans Day, the [Rotary Club of Leominster], in partnership with the Leominster Department of Public Works, was busy stenciling storm drains in the city on [June 10] with “Don’t Dump, Drains to River,” to stress the importance of having only clean rainwater flowing into the storm drain system. The group stenciled over 200 drains throughout the city.
       
      Leominster Club, City DPW Team Up to Stencil Storm Drains Cheryl A. Cuddahy, Sentinel & Enterprise 2021-06-26 04:00:00Z 0 Clean Water,Environment,Leominster,United Nations World Oceans Day
      Get Ready to Do Back Flips over Our '21-'22 Year-in-Review Flipbook Diana Nestorova 2021-06-25 04:00:00Z 0 Flipbook,Year in Review
      Charles River's Flagpole Honors Neill Osgood's 33 Years of Selfless Service June Szretter 2021-06-23 04:00:00Z 0 Charles River,John J. Lane Park,Natick,Neill Osgood

      RI Charters Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy

      Posted by Kenneth A. Masson on Jun 21, 2021
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      The newly chartered Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy is the most diverse club in District 7910 - and maybe even the world. The 20 charter members represent eight countries - and 18 of the members are new Rotarians. It is also a comparably young club, with the average age being around 32.
       
      RI Charters Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy Kenneth A. Masson 2021-06-21 04:00:00Z 0 Diversity Equity Inclusion,People with Disabilities,Rotary Club of World Disability Advocates,Rotary Disabilities Advisers Group
      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Barbara Robichaud, Athol-Orange Diana Nestorova 2021-06-21 04:00:00Z 0 Athol-Orange,Barbara Robichaud,Unsung Hero
      Needham Seeks Help to Prevent Starvation in Uganda Bill Paulson 2021-06-18 04:00:00Z 0 COVID-19,Coronavirus,Food Insecurity,Needham,Uganda
      Hot Off the Press! June's District Newsletter Palma Cicchetti 2021-06-15 04:00:00Z 0 District Newsletter June 2021

      Dis Con '21 Videos and Highlights

      FRIDAY, MAY 27

      ALL SEGMENTS

      https://youtu.be/n8Amz34miis

      1. Opening Ceremony: In this segment: “Opening Remarks,” by Emcee and District Governor District Diana Nestorova; “Words of Wisdom,” by President Lynn Duffy-O’Shea, of the Rotary Club of the Brookfields; and “Toast to World Peace and Understanding,” by President Rob Bussey, of the Rotary Club of Southborough.

      2. Hat Contest: This segment is hosted by Steve Levitsky and Sharon Spaulding, of the Rotary Club of Concord.

      3. Top Clubs with Net Membership Growth: This segment is hosted by Ron Bott, of the Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley, who chairs the district's Membership Committee. 

      4. RI ‘Service Above Self Award’ to Bud Flannery: This segment is hosted by District Governor District Diana Nestorova, who presents the award – Rotary International’s highest - to Bud Flannery, of the Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough, who founded that club in 1962. 

      5. Assistant Governor Awards and Recognitions: In this segment, those AG awards and recognitions are presented by: District Governor District Diana Nestorova; Assistant Governor Sue Peghiny, of the Rotary Club of Newton; and the district's Public Image chair, Laura Spear, of the Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley. 

      6. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Citations: In this segment, the DEI citations are presented by Bill Paulson, of the Rotary Club of Needham, who chairs the district's Social Equity Task Force. 

      7. Closing Remarks: In this closing segment, District Governor Diana Nestorova previews the Saturday, May 22 session of DisCon ’21. 

       

      INDIVIDUAL SEGMENTS

      1. Opening Ceremony: In this segment: “Opening Remarks,” by Emcee and District Governor District Diana Nestorova; “Words of Wisdom,” by President Lynn Duffy-O’Shea, of the Rotary Club of the Brookfields; and “Toast to World Peace and Understanding,” by President Rob Bussey, of the Rotary Club of Southborough. https://youtu.be/Fcc_xKCWiDI

      2. Hat Contest: This segment is hosted by Steve Levitsky and Sharon Spaulding, of the Rotary Club of Concord. https://youtu.be/YlZ_vMauXVc

      3. Top Clubs with Net Membership Growth: This segment is hosted by Ron Bott, of the Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley, who chairs the district's Membership Committee. https://youtu.be/YlZ_vMauXVc

      4. RI ‘Service Above Self Award’ to Bud Flannery: This segment is hosted by District Governor District Diana Nestorova, who presents the award – Rotary International’s highest - to Bud Flannery, of the Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough, who founded that club in 1962. https://youtu.be/gIdIW91Gk0A

      5. Assistant Governor Awards and Recognitions: In this segment, those AG awards and recognitions are presented by: District Governor District Diana Nestorova; Assistant Governor Sue Peghiny, of the Rotary Club of Newton; and the district's Public Image chair, Laura Spear, of the Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley. https://youtu.be/wt_7DvqMUng

      6. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Citations: In this segment, the DEI citations are presented by Bill Paulson, of the Rotary Club of Needham, who chairs the district's Social Equity Task Force. https://youtu.be/DYrcRO83qyk

      7. Closing Remarks: In this closing segment, District Governor Diana Nestorova previews the Saturday, May 22 session of DisCon ’21. https://youtu.be/yPEJuEgjuQc

       

      SATURDAY, MAY 28:

      ALL SEGMENTS

      https://youtu.be/d8BeZ9XfPCc


      To learn more on District 7910, visit https://www.Rotary7910.org.

       

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      RDAG Members Engaged Actively in Serving People with Disabilities Kenneth A. Masson 2021-06-14 04:00:00Z 0 Anita Nchat Kevin,Diversity Equity Inclusion,Jeremy Warriner,Jeremy Opperman,People with Disabilities,Victoria Handu

      Awards and Recognitions

      Awards and Recognitions 2021-06-14 04:00:00Z 0
      Find Out What's Cookin' in Our District 7910 Wild West Cookbook Palma Cicchetti 2021-06-13 04:00:00Z 0 DisCon,District Conference,Wild West Cookbook

      Polio -- Plus - Needs Your Help!   #endpolio

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      Many thanks to everyone who pitched in and used our collective ingenuity to make this a great year in spite of all its challenges!
       
      Let me ask you one more favor before the end of this month -- please be sure to send a donation to Polio Plus.
       
       
      Polio -- Plus - Needs Your Help! #endpolio 2021-06-13 04:00:00Z 0
      Dis Con '21 Wildwest Cookbook 2021-06-12 04:00:00Z 0
      Remembrance: Sandra Joyce, First Woman to be Member of Hudson Club District 7910 2021-06-11 04:00:00Z 0 Hudson,Remembrance,Sandra Joyce

      Northborough Seeks Funding for Haitian Educational-Support Campaign

      Posted by Leslie Harrison on Jun 11, 2021
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      As Rotarians, we are often invited to support projects that are taking place in areas far from our homes. Many times, we do not know the participants, but we are also drawn to their cause. One of our members, who has volunteered in Haiti, brought to the attention of the Rotary Club of Northborough  the need for educational support materials for an ongoing project in Haiti.
       
      Northborough Seeks Funding for Haitian Educational-Support Campaign Leslie Harrison 2021-06-11 04:00:00Z 0 Education,Haiti,Northborough,Youth,Zanmi Beni
      Needham's Diversity Book Fair Benefits Elementary Schools Bill Paulson 2021-06-10 04:00:00Z 0 Diversity,Literacy,Needham,Social Equity

      Watch ESRAG's '21 Rotary Pre-Convention Webinar, on June 11

      Posted by Susan Peghiny and Elliott Rittenberg on Jun 10, 2021
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      Here’s your guide to the Environmental Sustainability Rotarian Action Group's 2021 Rotary Pre-Convention webinar, to be broadcast this Friday, June 11 at 8:30 a.m. (ET). Relish a feast of 30-minute talks throughout the day by leading experts on environmental challenges and solutions.
      Watch ESRAG's '21 Rotary Pre-Convention Webinar, on June 11 Susan Peghiny and Elliott Rittenberg 2021-06-10 04:00:00Z 0 ESRAG,Environmental Action Group,Environmental Sustainability Rotarian Action Group

      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Robert Mosher

      Robert Mosher never seeks the spotlight and always delivers quality results collaboratively.  

       

      This year, he has:   

      • chaired our Bristol Lodge Service Team as he has since his father, the founder, stepped down;  
      • WW Rotary has prepared and served dinner at Bristol Lodge once a month every year for more than 30 years. Rob manages all our volunteers and interacts with the MHSA leadership team.  
      • chaired our first-ever Christmas Tree and Wreath Sale;  
      • Rob created the partnership with the Weston Baptist Church to take over their long-standing Christmas Tree Sale and then directed and  managed all of the success of the incredible experience that delivered volunteer and fellowship opportunities despite COVID restrictions.  
      • chaired our scholarship selection team for 10+ years; 
      • Rob engages experienced and new members each year to evaluate and select scholarship applications.   
      • advised our Interact Club at Weston High School; 
      • Despite the pandemic, the Interact Club has been successful this year and its members have joined our volunteer efforts, notably with the Christmas Tree Sale and, now, our spring conservation team efforts.  
      • participated on our RYLA selection team;  
      • Rob was a part of the team that succeeded in selecting and recognizing 18 students with our local RYLA award and sending 10 (perhaps 12) students to the RYLA OLA.  
      • been an invaluable member of our Board and advisor to me throughout my year as president.  
      •  

      Past President Mark Messina offered this additional, personal perspective:  

      “Rob does soldier along quietly. Nothing flashy, just persistent and thorough thoughtfulness that helps keep the project moving forward while including and making available opportunities to anyone who may be interested in joining. I think it is special that he keeps the Bristol Lodge project his dad started with the club alive, and thriving. We haven’t missed a month ever, I think. It is always good to remind new members that his dad and mom were very active with our Rotary Club, and Rob honors their memory through this service.” 

      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Robert Mosher 2021-06-10 04:00:00Z 0

      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Barbara Robichaud

      Barbara has been a member of the Athol-Orange Rotary Club for over 30 years.  She is a Past-President, Past Secretary, Board Member-At-Large and currently Sergeant-At-Arms.  She has always been the “go-to” Rotarian that volunteers for all fundraising and project committees.  

      This year, she has been the “rock” behind the very stressed President during the unprecedented conditions created by Covid-19.  While, many Rotarians have work and home commitments or health issues that precluded them from volunteering this year, Barbara stepped up for our grant project and our online fundraiser. 

       

      Our grant was for a Habitat for Humanity home build in Athol.  We donated the windows and made a commitment to help.  Barbara not only came to two build days; she was the liaison to coordinate the work dates.  She loved the project so much, that she joined the Local Project Committee, which helped coordinate other aspects of the project including choosing the family. 

      One of our fundraisers was on online auction.  She called every Rotarian reminding them to donate.  She picked up items when needed.  She spent days organizing and writing the scripts for all the items.  The auction was a combined event with the local YMCA.  That should net $3,000.  

       

      Barbara joined most weekly meeting via Zoom and reminded in words and deeds the meaning of Rotary.  

      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Barbara Robichaud 2021-06-09 04:00:00Z 0

      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: John Grew

      John has been a faithful member of this club since 1988.  Throughout that time, he has been a model Rotarian behind the scenes – a Silent Supporter, always ready to help when the Club needed him.   

      As a young man, he learned several languages and had the opportunity to travel and live abroad. He is always ready to share his broad knowledge and experience, and is devoted to the idea of cross-cultural understanding through student exchange.  He has been an enthusiastic supporter of educational efforts, especially in Latin America, and a strong supporter of cultural exchange programs.  His love of languages and learning is always evident.   

      He quietly stands behind the programs he loves, such as the Clean Water project in Nicaragua, and has made considerable contributions to strengthening the club even when the group may not yet have identified a weakness.  This year he was particularly helpful to us in moving our fundraising efforts to the internet.   

      We are grateful for his friendship and his steadfast support, and are happy to nominate John Grew Jr.  as our club’s Unsung Hero. 

      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: John Grew 2021-06-09 04:00:00Z 0
      Rotary Public Image Update for June Laura Spear 2021-06-09 04:00:00Z 0 Public Image

      Sustainability Expert Nils Tore Skogland to Present at ESRAG Biodiversity Meeting, on June 9

      Posted by Susan Peghiny and Elliott Rittenberg on Jun 08, 2021
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      Sustainability expert Nils Tore Skogland will present during the Environmental Sustainability Rotarian Action Group's Biodiversity Meeting this Wednesday, June 9 at 9:00 a.m. (ET) via Zoom. Skogland will focus on Carbon Markets and Sequestration: True Strategic Sustainable Development.
       
      Sustainability Expert Nils Tore Skogland to Present at ESRAG Biodiversity Meeting, on June 9 Susan Peghiny and Elliott Rittenberg 2021-06-08 04:00:00Z 0 ESRAG,Environmental Action Group,Environmental Sustainability Rotarian Action Group,Nils Tore Skogland

      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Karen Fusco, Fitchburg

      Posted by Diana Nestorova on Jun 08, 2021
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      Karen Fusco, of the Rotary Club of Fitchburg, has performed all the duties of being secretary of her club - and so much more. Since March 2020, she has set up and hosted all of the Zoom sessions used for the club's regular weekly meetings. When the club's bulletin editor took a leave of absence to care for a family member, Karen took over those responsibilities, too. 

       

       
       
       
      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Karen Fusco, Fitchburg Diana Nestorova 2021-06-08 04:00:00Z 0 Fitchburg,Karen Fusco,Unsung Hero
      Unsung Hero Awards 2021-06-07 04:00:00Z 0

      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Ken Masson, Merrimack Valley

      Posted by Diana Nestorova on Jun 07, 2021
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      Ken Masson, of the Rotary Club of Merrimack Valley, has embraced the call for diversity, equity and inclusion in multiple ways this Rotary year. He personally has sponsored two new members to his club, broadening its demographic mix and improving its female representation while lowering club members' median age.
       
       
       
      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Ken Masson, Merrimack Valley Diana Nestorova 2021-06-07 04:00:00Z 0 Ken Masson,Merrimack Valley,People with Disabilities,Unsung Hero

      Brookline Club, Mothers Out Front Present 'Moving Beyond Plastics,' Tonight

      Posted by Laura Walters on Jun 07, 2021
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      Did you know that, according to the federal Environmental Protection Agencyonly 8.7 percent of all plastic produced was recycled in 2018Did you know that, as the EPA reports, the amount of plastic produced annually has gone up more than 500 percent since 1980 - and in excess of 1,200 percent since 1970
       
      Are you interested in learning more on how plastic contributes to the climate crisis and the solid-waste crisis? Join the Rotary Club of Brookline and Brookline Mothers Out Front for a live, informative presentation, Moving Beyond Plastics, by Judith Enck, founder of Beyond Plastics and a former EPA regional administrator for the Obama administration. This freeonline event is tonight from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. via Zoom.
       
       
      Brookline Club, Mothers Out Front Present 'Moving Beyond Plastics,' Tonight Laura Walters 2021-06-07 04:00:00Z 0 Beyond Plastics,Brookline,Mothers Out Front,Plastic Pollution

      Register Now: Rotary@Work's Coaching and Advising Track, 'We're Opening. Are You Ready?,' on June 8

      Posted by Thomas Bruckbauer on Jun 05, 2021
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      The first session of the Coaching and Advising Track of our district's Rotary@Work Initiative is set for this Tuesday, June 8 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Please join fellow Rotarians and business coaches Thomas Bruckbauer and Ken Erdelt along with fellow Rotarians Roy Balfour and John Marchiony. To attend this free online event, you'll need to RSVP before 12:00 midnight on Sunday, June 6.
       
      Register Now: Rotary@Work's Coaching and Advising Track, 'We're Opening. Are You Ready?,' on June 8 Thomas Bruckbauer 2021-06-05 04:00:00Z 0 Advising,Coaching,Rotary@Work
      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Anne Hentz, Acton-Boxborough Diana Nestorova 2021-06-04 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Anne Hentz,Bid for Brighter Futures,Unsung Hero

      District '20-'21 Unsung Hero: Ray Pfau, Nashoba Valley

      Posted by Diana Nestorova on Jun 02, 2021
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      Ray Pfau, of the Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley, has participated in numerous local community-service projects during the past year, including writing weekly letters to the senior residents in Bolton, making face shields, delivering masks, and stuffing a town police cruiser with donated food. He also helped to start up and promote an aging-in-place program for the Town of Bolton as well as bring his club into the program for support.
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      Watch: RI's 'Building a Welcoming Community for People with Disabilities' Lee Ann Searight, Rotary International 2021-05-30 04:00:00Z 0 People with Disabilities

      Register Now: District Business Meeting and Memorial Service, this Wednesday

      Posted by Diana Nestorova on May 29, 2021
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      The annual Business Meeting of the Rotary clubs of District 7910 will take place this Wednesday, June 2 at starting at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. We expect that this important annual meeting will run between 60 and 90 minutes.
       
      Prior to the meeting, your club needed to have enrolled the requisite delegates. Immediately following the meeting, the annual Memorial Service will be held.
       
      Register Now: District Business Meeting and Memorial Service, this Wednesday Diana Nestorova 2021-05-29 04:00:00Z 0 District Business Meeting,District Memorial Service

      Multi-Club Food Packaging Exceeds Goal to Benefit Rise Against Hunger

      Posted by Chris Spear on May 27, 2021
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      A multi-Rotary-club food-packaging event, to benefit Rise Against Hunger, exceeded its goal to package at least 20,000 meals in two hours. The group actually packaged 23,500 meals over several hours due to generous fundraising and lots of overtime work from volunteers.
       

       

      Multi-Club Food Packaging Exceeds Goal to Benefit Rise Against Hunger Chris Spear 2021-05-27 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Hudson,Littleton,Littleton High Humanitarian Club,Nashoba High Interact,Nashoba High Interact Club,Nashoba Valley,Rise Against Hunger,Workers Credit Union
      Environmental Action Group: Rotary Happenings Globally Susan Peghiny and Elliott Rittenberg 2021-05-25 04:00:00Z 0 Environment,Environmental Action Group

      Register Now: RI's 'Building a Welcoming Community for People with Disabilities' Webinar, This Thursday

      Posted by Kenneth A. Masson on May 24, 2021
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      Join Rotary International this Thursday, May 27 at 12:00 noon (ET) for the fifth webinar in RI's Accountability and Inclusion series, Building a Welcoming Community for People with Disabilities. In conversation with disability-rights advocates, we will learn to challenge assumptions we may have about people with disabilities, adopt practical solutions for making experiences more accessible for everyone, and recognize that exclusion happens when we solve problems using our own biases. 
       
      Interpretation will be available in French, Mandarin, Portuguese and Spanish. Everyone who registers will receive access to the webinar's video. If you can't attend this webinar, you could still register for it, which would give you access to the recording.
       
      Register now - and submit your questions to RI's experts - by clicking here.
       
      Register Now: RI's 'Building a Welcoming Community for People with Disabilities' Webinar, This Thursday Kenneth A. Masson 2021-05-24 04:00:00Z 0 Acountability and Inclusion,Disability Rights,People with Disabilities

      DisCon '21: Celebrating Our Hootin’ and Hollerin' Wild West Hoedown

      Posted by Diana Nestorova on May 22, 2021
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      On happy tails, District 7910’s cowgirls and cowboys have giddy-upped into the sunset following our 2021 Virtual District Conference! On May 21 and 22, we celebrated our hootin’ and hollerin' Wild West hoedownHuge congratulations to all Rotary clubs and members that received awards and recognitions.
       
      We had lots of fun with interactive games and contests, and rewarding silent and live auctionsHearty congrats to all of our Rotary clubs and members for a darn tootin’ successful Rotary 2020-2021 year.
       
       
      DisCon '21: Celebrating Our Hootin’ and Hollerin' Wild West Hoedown Diana Nestorova 2021-05-22 04:00:00Z 0 District Conference
      Rotary@Work's Questions Session on Marketing: 'What's Working Now?', on May 24 Roy Balfour and John Marchiony 2021-05-22 04:00:00Z 0 Marketing,Rotary Business Networking Series,Rotary@Work,Sales

      Support Needham's Diversity Book Fair, through May 31

      Posted by Bill Paulson on May 21, 2021
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      The Rotary Club of Needham is nearing the end of its two-week Diversity Book Fair.  All the teachers in the town’s elementary schools have created book gift registries, with books that will help to diversify the set of books they have in their classrooms. Our goal is that every child should be able to see themselves in the books they read at school.
       
      Support Needham's Diversity Book Fair, through May 31 Bill Paulson 2021-05-21 04:00:00Z 0 Diversity Equity Inclusion,Literacy,Needham
      Westborough's 11th Trex Recycling Challenge, this Saturday Sharad Mehta 2021-05-21 04:00:00Z 0 Environment,Plastics Recycling,Westborough
      Register for our DisCon '21! Bid Early - and Often - in our virtual Live and Silent Auctions! Jim Fusco 2021-05-17 04:00:00Z 0 District Conference

      Deadline, May 24: Let's Save Lives in India through Rotary's COVID-19 Relief Project

      Posted by Diana Nestorova on May 17, 2021
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      As the COVID-19 virus surge sweeps IndiaRotary Zone 28 & 32 is reaching out to all of you for support and to change lives. After consultation with the chair of the Rotary India's COVID Task Force, Zone 28 & 32 has learned that the most urgent need is for portable oxygen concentrators. Because these units are portable, they will serve many people in the coming weeks and months. 
       
      Due to the urgency of the situation in India, this project will be open until this May 24.
       
      Deadline, May 24: Let's Save Lives in India through Rotary's COVID-19 Relief Project Diana Nestorova 2021-05-17 04:00:00Z 0 COVID-19,Coronavirus Vaccinations,India
      How to Use 32Auctions for '21 DisCon's 'Wide West Virtual Silent Auction,' through May 22 32Auctions 2021-05-14 04:00:00Z 0 Club Central,ClubRunner,Rotary.org,Websites
      Watch: Environmental Action Groups' Latest Meeting Susan Peghiny and Elliott Rittenberg 2021-05-13 04:00:00Z 0 Environment,Environmental Action Group
      Preview Two of DisCon '21's Many Coming Attractions Victor T. Tom 2021-05-13 04:00:00Z 0 Boston University Rotaract,District 7910,District Conference,MassBay Rotaract,WPI Rotaract
      Learn about Clubrunner, Club and District Websites, and Rotary.org Susan Peghiny 2021-05-12 04:00:00Z 0 Club Central,ClubRunner,Rotary.org,Websites
      Blackstone Valley Helps Clean Up Providence's Gano Park Bo Daley 2021-05-11 04:00:00Z 0 Blackstone Valley,Environment,Gano Park,Metro Providence

      Nashoba Valley Leads Food Packaging Event to Benefit Rise Against Hunger, on May 15

      Posted by Chris Spear on May 11, 2021
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      A Food Packaging event to benefit Rise Against Hunger is set for this Saturday, May 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 12: 00 noon at Littleton High School. The goal, to package at least 20,000 meals in two hours, has been set by the event's main sponsors, the Rotary Club of Nashoba Valley, Nashoba High School' Interact Club and Littleton High School's Humanitarian Club.
      Nashoba Valley Leads Food Packaging Event to Benefit Rise Against Hunger, on May 15 Chris Spear 2021-05-11 04:00:00Z 0 Acton-Boxborough,Hudson,Littleton,Littleton High Humanitarian Club,Nashoba High Interact,Nashoba High Interact Club,Nashoba Valley,Rise Against Hunger,Workers Credit Union
      Now Showing! Public Image - The Musical! Laura Spear 2021-05-10 04:00:00Z 0 Public Image

      Rotary @Work

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      Here are five reasons to join us again this month:
      1. Meet or reconnect with business people with impeccable business values and ethics.
      2. Find new clients, partners, and vendors.
      3. Learn something new about your business, how you present your business, or someone else’s.
      4. Meet prospective Rotary members. Wait, what? Yes, this “business” initiative has been the source of six new members this year for the Rotary Club of Weston and Wayland.
      5. Get results: Here’s a success story: "I had a call today with an international company. At the end of the call, in setting the expectations to the salesperson, I mentioned that I am involved with various projects for the Rotary. It turned out that his father (in Ukraine) has been a Rotarian for years and he's been thinking of joining. The conversation instantly turned more welcoming and warmer. I invited him to one of our Rotary @ Work events and any other meetings we might have. Simply using the word 'Rotary' shifted his perspective and the conversation right away. I thought it was absolutely wonderful and so refreshing – at 7 a.m. for a conference call.”
      Rotary @Work 2021-05-10 04:00:00Z 0

      Rotary Disabilities Advisers

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      Rotary Disabilities Advisers meets every Monday at 9:00 a.m. (ET)  via Zoom, to encourage Rotary districts, clubs and members to welcome more people with disabilities into the Rotary organization.

      The RDA group consists of Rotarians and non-Rotarians globally, and focuses on areas of accessibility, awareness, inclusion, and support.

      Those who have an interest in disability rights are encouraged to attend the next RDA meeting by contacting Ken Masson at daurotary@gmail.com.

      Rotary Disabilities Advisers 2021-05-10 04:00:00Z 0

      Lowell's 'Virtual Musical Trivia' to Benefit Club's Scholarship Fund, Local Non-Profits, on May 11

      Posted by William Garr on May 09, 2021
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      The Rotary Club of Lowell aims to make this Tuesdsay night's Virtual Music Trivia a real area event, to say officially goodbye to winter, Rotary-style. Event organizers invite current and former club members along with community members and District 7910 friends to join them from 6:30 to 7:45, to benefit the club's scholarship fund as well as local non-profits.
       
      Lowell's 'Virtual Musical Trivia' to Benefit Club's Scholarship Fund, Local Non-Profits, on May 11 William Garr 2021-05-09 04:00:00Z 0 Education,Fundraiser,Lowell,Scholarships
      Rotary@ Work's Sales & Marketing Session, on May 10 Roy Balfour and John Marchiony 2021-05-08 04:00:00Z 0 Marketing,Rotary Business Networking Series,Rotary@Work,Sales
      Southborough Rises Above COVID-19 Liz Kaprielian 2021-05-07 04:00:00Z 0 Environment,Southborough
      Zone 28 & 32 Seeks to Support, Change Lives in India's COVID-19 Surge Valerie Wafer, Rotary Zone 28 & 32 2021-05-05 04:00:00Z 0 COVID-19,Coronavirus,India,Rotary International
      Hot Off the Press! May's District Newsletter Palma Cicchetti 2021-05-04 04:00:00Z 0 District Newsletter May 2021
      Charles River's 'Shredding' Raises Nearly $2,800 for Scholarships June Szretter 2021-04-30 04:00:00Z 0 Charles River,Environment
      District's Environmental Committee Rebrands, Repurposes Elliott Rittenberg Sue Peghiny 2021-04-29 04:00:00Z 0 Support the Environment
      Start Hosting Rotary Virtual/In-Person (V/IP) Meetings Now The Global Impact Group 2021-04-28 04:00:00Z 0 Meetings,The Global Impact Group,Virtiual Inperson Meetings
      Watch: Rotary and UNAGB's 'Earth Day: Women's Rights and Climate Change' Webinar Susan Peghiny 2021-04-24 04:00:00Z 0 Climate Change,Environment,Newton,United Nations,Wome's Rights
      Westborough's 10th Trex Recycling Challenge, on April 24 Sharad Mehta 2021-04-22 04:00:00Z 0 Environment,Plastics Recycling,Westborough

      Worcester Showcases Learning Opportunities at  Stearns Tavern

      Posted by Bradford Wyatt on Apr 21, 2021
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      The spotlight shown on Worcester's historic Stearns Tavern and that city's non-profit Seven Hills Foundation on April 8, during a Rotary Club of Worcester meeting. Tim Johnson, the Foundation's associate vice president, gave an excellent presentation on how his charitable organization provides learning opportunities for developmentally different individuals - with many of those opportunities available at the Tavern.
      Worcester Showcases Learning Opportunities at Stearns Tavern Bradford Wyatt 2021-04-21 04:00:00Z 0 ASPiRE! Academy,Seven Hills Foundation,Stearns Tavern,Worcester
      Brookline's Nicaragua Initiative Increases Access to Clean Water Richard Segan 2021-04-20 04:00:00Z 0 Brookline,Nicaragua,Quezalguaque,Water
      District Newsletters 2020-2021 2021-04-18 04:00:00Z 0
      It's Round-up Time! Register for Our Annual District Conference, on May 21 and 22 Jim Fusco 2021-04-18 04:00:00Z 0 District Conference

      As Rotarians, Do We Consider Accessibility as Much as We Should?

      Posted by Jeremy Opperman on Apr 17, 2021
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      As Rotarians, do we consider accessibility as much as we should? Out of the mouths of babes: As a brand-new Rotarian, inducted only a few months ago, I am aware that I am pushing my luck, and cannot possibly know the answer to this question. However, as an experienced, blind disability-inclusion consultant, I feel more comfortable in asking the question, and inspired to know the answer - and to raise the flag for this cause.
      As Rotarians, Do We Consider Accessibility as Much as We Should? Jeremy Opperman 2021-04-17 04:00:00Z 0 Diverse Abilities United Committee,Diversity Equity Inclusion
      Sponsor Ayer, Harvard, Shirley and Devens' Ducky Wucky River Race, on May 15 Phil Goff 2021-04-16 04:00:00Z 0 Ayer,Devens,Ducky Wucky Race,Harvard,Shirley
      Support Athol-Orange Area's, Athol Area YMCA's 'Stronger Together' Fundraiser, through April 30 Carol Courville 2021-04-16 04:00:00Z 0 Athol,Orange,Supporting Our Youth,YMCA
      Watch: April's 'Open Doors with DG Diana' on Growing Rotary Membership Bob Wicks 2021-04-14 04:00:00Z 0 Bill Wittich,Growth,Membership,Open Doors With DG Diana

      Bid Early - and Often! Acton-Boxborough's Virtual Silent Auction to Aid Worthy Local Causes Ends this Friday

      Posted by Anne Hentz on Apr 14, 2021
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      Bid early - and often - to benefit two worthy local causes: the Acton Food Pantry and Domestic Violence Services Network. Join the Rotary Club of Acton-Boxborough through this Friday, April 30 for its virtual silent auctionBid for Brighter Futures. To bid early - and often - visit click here.
       
      Bid Early - and Often! Acton-Boxborough's Virtual Silent Auction to Aid Worthy Local Causes Ends this Friday Anne Hentz 2021-04-14 04:00:00Z 0 Acton Food Pantry,Acton-Boxborough,Domestic Violence Shelters Network,Vibalogics
      Join 'Open Doors with DG Diana' on Growing Rotary, on April 21 Bob Wicks 2021-04-14 04:00:00Z 0 Bill Wittich,Growth,Membership,Open Doors With DG Diana
      Join Rotary for World Immunization Week, through April 30 Rotary International 2021-04-13 04:00:00Z 0 End Polio Now,Polio Eradication,PolioPlus
      ShelterBox: More than Name on Box of Aid ShelterBox 2021-04-11 04:00:00Z 0 Disaster Response,Shelter Box

      Brookline's Anti-Asian Racism, Xenophobia Overview, on April 22

      Posted by Susan Rack on Apr 10, 2021
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      While anti-Asian racism has surged since COVID-19, racism and violence against Asian Americans have existed long before this pandemic. On Thursday, April 22 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom, Chris Chanyasulkit, PhD, MPH, will provide the Rotary Club of Brookline a brief overview of the anti-Asian racism and xenophobia faced by Asian communities, and share ways to be an ally and support the Asian community.
       
      Brookline's Anti-Asian Racism, Xenophobia Overview, on April 22 Susan Rack 2021-04-10 04:00:00Z 0 Asian American,Brookline,Diversity Equity Inclusion
      Charles River's 'Shredding Event' Fundraiser, on April 24 June Szretter 2021-04-10 04:00:00Z 0 Charles River,Environment
      Weston-Wayland's Adopt-a-Field Project Wins Conditional Approval Hamdog Hamlin 2021-04-09 04:00:00Z 0 Environment,Weston-Wayland
      Westborough's Ninth Trex Recycling Challenge, on April 10 Sharad Mehta 2021-04-08 04:00:00Z 0 Environment,Plastics Recycling,Westborough
      Remembrance: Bob Mead - A Quiet Man Who Carried a Big Stick Bob Cassidy 2021-04-07 04:00:00Z 0 Bedford,Bob Mead,Remembrance
      Hot Off the Press: Our April District Newsletter Palma Cicchetti 2021-04-06 04:00:00Z 0 District Newsletter April 2021

      Community Investors Shares Designation as NYSS Champion

      Posted by Leone Johnson, Community Investors on Apr 02, 2021
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      To all Rotarians in District 7910, thank you for inviting Community Investors to your March Zoom meeting, to share our mission of supporting physical, social and emotional wellness. You provided us an opportunity to show the recent Channel 5 News feature on our designation as a National Youth Sports Strategy Champion by the U.S Department of Health and Human Services.
      Community Investors Shares Designation as NYSS Champion Leone Johnson, Community Investors 2021-04-02 04:00:00Z 0 Community Investors,Recreation,Youth

      Rotary's Involvement with COVID-19 Vaccination

      Posted by Holger Knaack and K.R. Ravindran on Apr 01, 2021
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      In these difficult days, we are so heartened to receive such uplifting reports on the unrelenting efforts of our Rotary members who have responded in their communities against the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, the single question we hear time and again is, “Are we getting involved with COVID vaccination?” The answer is, "Yes."

       
      Rotary's Involvement with COVID-19 Vaccination Holger Knaack and K.R. Ravindran 2021-04-01 04:00:00Z 0 COVID-19 Vaccinations,Rotary International
      Check Out April's Rotary Public Image Update Laura Spear 2021-03-30 04:00:00Z 0 Brand Center,Public Image
      Westborough Lands Two Stories in Local Newspaper Elliott Rittenberg 2021-03-29 04:00:00Z 0 Guatemala,Holiday Light Display,Westborough
      Mark Your Calendar! RI's 2021 Virtual Convention, on June 12-16 Rotary International 2021-03-27 04:00:00Z 0 Rotary International,Rotary Virtual Convention,Rotary21
      Rotary Ramps Up COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts Ryan Hyland, Rotary International 2021-03-27 04:00:00Z 0 COVID-19 Vaccinations,Coronavirus Vaccinations,Rotary International Convention
      Newton's Food-Assistance Efforts Attract Local Media Coverage Susan Peghiny 2021-03-27 04:00:00Z 0 Food Assistance,Food Insecurity,Newton
      RI to Celebrate 75 Years of International Service with UN, on April 10 Rotary International 2021-03-24 04:00:00Z 0 Rotary International,United Nations

      Westborough's Next Trex Recycling Challenge, on March 27

      Posted by Sharad Mehta on Mar 23, 2021
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      The Rotary Club of Westborough's Committee on the Environment will collect recyclable plastics during its eighth Trex Plastic Film Recycling Challenge, this Saturday, March 27 from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Kohls retail store in Northborough. We encourage everyone to bring their plastics collection directly to Kohls at the scheduled time on Saturday.
       
      Westborough's Next Trex Recycling Challenge, on March 27 Sharad Mehta 2021-03-23 04:00:00Z 0 Environment,Plastics Recycling,Westborough
      Take Virtual Tour of RI's World Headquarters - Then and Now Rotary International 2021-03-23 04:00:00Z 0 Rotary International,Virtual Tour,World Headquarters
      Westford to Mount Shred Day, Kickoff Bags to Benches, on April 10 Walter Miska 2021-03-22 04:00:00Z 0 Environment,Recycling,Westford

      Providing Clean Water Globally with Rotary Foundation

      Posted by The Rotary Foundation on Mar 22, 2021
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      So much in our lives depends on access to clean water. We wash our hands with it to keep ourselves and our communities healthy, cook meals with it to nourish our bodies, and rely on it for proper sanitation. Yet there are still communities around the world that don’t have reliable sources of clean water. And, you can help through The Rotary Foundation.
       
      Providing Clean Water Globally with Rotary Foundation The Rotary Foundation 2021-03-22 04:00:00Z 0 Clean Water,Rotary Foundation
      Register for Brookline's 'Quezalguaque Clean Water Initiative' Presentation, on March 25 Richard Segan 2021-03-21 04:00:00Z 0 Brookline,Clean Water,Quezalguaque

      Rotary@Work's Business Networking Series: Questions Session, On March 22 
       

      Posted by Roy Balfour and John Marchiony on Mar 21, 2021
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      Our district's Rotary@Work's Business Networking Series continues this Monday, March 22 at 7:45 a.m. with a Questions session (rather than a Sales and Marketing Pitch session). This Monday, we'll dig into our biggest business challenges and the solutions to them, which we’ll explore together as a large group and in breakout rooms.
      Rotary@Work's Business Networking Series: Questions Session, On March 22   Roy Balfour and John Marchiony 2021-03-21 04:00:00Z 0 Business Networking,Jobs, Growth, Mentoring,Rotary@Work
      Diverse Abilities United Committee Needs ASL Volunteers Kenneth A. Masson 2021-03-18 04:00:00Z 0 Disabilities,Diverse Abilities,Diversity Equity Inclusion,Social Equity
      Brookfields Donates PPE, Touchless Thermometers to Local Towns Bob Wicks 2021-03-17 04:00:00Z 0 Brookfields,COVID-19,Community Service,Coronavirus

      RI's Learning Center Gets Upgrades

      Posted by Rotary International on Mar 16, 2021
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      Have you noticed Rotary International's new Learning Center home page? We’ve redesigned it to make it easier to find the courses you’re looking for. We’ve tailored one version of the page for Rotarians, Rotaractors, and club and district executive secretaries, and another version for non-members, including scholars, Interactors, and alumni.
       
       
      RI's Learning Center Gets Upgrades Rotary International 2021-03-16 04:00:00Z 0 Rotary Learning Center,Toastmasters
      Westford Invites All District Clubs to St. Patrick's Day Virtual Celebration, on March 18 Padma Sonti 2021-03-16 04:00:00Z 0 St.Patrick's Day,Westford
      Environmental Committee Eyes Water, Education, Recycling as Activities Guide Elliott Rittenberg Sue Peghiny 2021-03-15 04:00:00Z 0 Education,Environmental Committee,Recycling,Water
      Framingham Scholarship Applications Due, by April 1 Javier Cevallos 2021-03-13 05:00:00Z 0 Education,Framingham,Scholarships

      District's New Rotary@Work Seeks to Increase Value of Rotary Membership

      Posted by John Marchiony on Mar 12, 2021
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      Most people join Rotary for fellowship, networking (personal/business), and to have an impact on both our communities and the world through service. District 7910’s new Rotary@Work initiative brings Rotarians together to support both each other and their communities by expanding business and professional development in three areas, to increase the value of Rotary membership: growthcareers and jobs; and mentoring/advice.

       

      District's New Rotary@Work Seeks to Increase Value of Rotary Membership John Marchiony 2021-03-12 05:00:00Z 0 Business,Professional Development,Rotary@Work
      ESSEX Cancels 2021-2022 Rotary Youth Exchanges ESSEX 2021-03-11 05:00:00Z 0 COVID-19,Coronavirus,ESSEX,Eastern States Student Exchange

      Job Postings

       
       
       
       
       
       
       
      Welcome to our Job Postings page. 
       
      The Rotary@work group has created this page for Rotarians to connect with one another about job opportunities full time, part time, contract or seasonal. 
       
      Please send job postings information to:  xyz@gmail.com
      Make sure to include dates, job title, job description and contact.
       
       
       
      Job Postings 2021-03-11 05:00:00Z 0
      Watch March's Open Doors with DG Diana, on Youth and Rotary Bob Wicks 2021-03-09 05:00:00Z 0 Open Doors With DG Diana,Youth and Rotary
      Check Out the Latest Rotary Public Image Update Laura Spear 2021-03-09 05:00:00Z 0 Public Image
      MassBay Community College's Rotaract Club Is Chartered Susan Rack 2021-03-08 05:00:00Z 0 #Rotaract,MassBayCommunity College,Wellesley
      RI PE Shekhar Mehta is NEPETS' Opening Speaker, on March 11 Diana Nestorova 2021-03-07 05:00:00Z 0 NEEPETS,Northeast Presidents-Elect Training Seminar,Shekhar Mehta
      Newton Helps Coordinate Meals to People Hit Hard by Pandemic Ron Faccenda 2021-03-07 05:00:00Z 0 COVID-19,Coronavirus,Food Insecurity,Newton
      RI PE Shekhar Mehta to Share His Vision of Peace, on March 10 Valarie Wafer, Rotary Zones 28 & 32 2021-03-06 05:00:00Z 0 Marie-Paule Attema,Rotary Director Dialogue,Rotary Peace Center,Shekhar Mehta

      Register - Free and Open to All - for Environmental Committee's Next Meeting, on March 9

      Posted by Susan Peghiny and Elliott Rittenberg on Mar 05, 2021
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      Our second Environmental Committee meeting is set for Tuesday, March 9 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Please join us as we continue to build the foundation of what promises to be a very active and engaged team of Rotarians who are committed to Rotary's new - and seventh - Area of Focus: Supporting the Environment.
       
      Register - Free and Open to All - for Environmental Committee's Next Meeting, on March 9 Susan Peghiny and Elliott Rittenberg 2021-03-05 05:00:00Z 0 Environmental Committee,Support the Environment

      Support Weston Interactor's Teddy Bear Drive for LLS, through March 20

      Posted by Samantha Burns on Mar 02, 2021
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      I was diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia when I was seven years old. My mom noticed strange bruising on my legs, one day after summer camp in 2011. She had mother’s intuition that something was wrong and did some research. What she read pointed to leukemia. After a quick blood draw from me, my doctor pulled her aside and said, “You’re right, I’m so sorry.” I had to be immediately hospitalized.
       
       
      Support Weston Interactor's Teddy Bear Drive for LLS, through March 20 Samantha Burns 2021-03-02 05:00:00Z 0 Health Care,Interact,Leukemia,Weston-Wayland

      Deadline Approaching! Applications for District Recognition Awards and/or DEI Citations Due, by May 8

      Posted by Laura Spear and Peggy Sheldon on Mar 01, 2021
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      All applications for District 7910's Recognition Awards and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Citations are due by May 8. Both the Recognition  Awards and the DEI Citations will be presented at this year’s virtual District Conference.

       

      Deadline Approaching! Applications for District Recognition Awards and/or DEI Citations Due, by May 8 Laura Spear and Peggy Sheldon 2021-03-01 05:00:00Z 0 Equity and Inclusion Citations,District Conference,Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Citations

      Hot Off The Press: Our March District Newsletter

      Posted by Palma Cicchetti on Mar 01, 2021
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      The cover story of the March's District Newsletter is on 'Open Doors with DG Diana: "Youth and Rotary," to be held on March 3 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. 
       
      Find Out About Our Youth Programs:
      • Hear from Interactors, Rotaractors, and RYLA alumni.
      • Meet our exchange students from prior years.
      • Learn about special programs created especially for youth in our communities.
      Find Out About Our Amazing Scholarships:
      • David & Eleanor Morley Endowed Global Grant Scholarship
      • Rotary International Scholarship
      • Peace Fellowships
       
      Hot Off The Press: Our March District Newsletter Palma Cicchetti 2021-03-01 05:00:00Z 0 District Newsletter March 2021
      Recap and Video of Environmental Committee's Kickoff Meeting Susan Peghiny and Elliott Rittenberg 2021-03-01 05:00:00Z 0 Environment,Environmental Committee
      Puné, India Club Seeks International Partner for Water, Education Projects Steven Sager 2021-02-27 05:00:00Z 0 #Water,Education,Global Grant,Pune India
      Open Doors with DG Diana Highlighted in RI's Membership Update District 7910 2021-02-26 05:00:00Z 0 Membership,Open Doors With DG Diana
      District Forms Diverse Abilities United Committee District 7910 2021-02-25 05:00:00Z 0 Differently Abled,Diverse Abilities United Committee,Diversity,Inclusion
      Westborough's Next Trex Plastic Challenge, on February 27 Sharad Mehta 2021-02-25 05:00:00Z 0 Environment,Recycling,Westborough
      Weston-Wayland Adopts a Field Charlie Hamlin 2021-02-24 05:00:00Z 0 Adopt A Field,Environment,Weston-Wayland
      REMEMBRANCES 2021-02-21 05:00:00Z 0
      Kuhn Hong Lee: A Promoter of Peace and Justice Rotary Club of Watertown 2021-02-20 05:00:00Z 0 Kuhn Hong Lee,Peace and Justice,Watertown
      John Wackman: A Real Force in Repair Cafe Movement Ray Pfau 2021-02-19 05:00:00Z 0 Environment,John Wackman,Repair Cafe
      Join 'Open Doors with DG Diana' on Youth And Rotary, on March 3 Bob Wicks 2021-02-17 05:00:00Z 0 Open Doors With DG Diana,Youth Service

      Take Part in 'Ian Riseley, Rotary and Protecting the Environment, on March 2 

      Posted by Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group on Feb 16, 2021
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      You're invited to attend Ian Riseley, Rotary and Protecting the Environment, to hear about Rotary's new Area of Focus, on Tuesday, March 2 at 2:15 p.m. (ET)Please note: Materials for this Zoom event give the start time as 12:15 p.m. - but that's Mountain Time.
       
      Take Part in 'Ian Riseley, Rotary and Protecting the Environment, on March 2 Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group 2021-02-16 05:00:00Z 0 Areas of Focus,Environment,Ian Risely,Rotary Action Group,Sustainability
      Westborough's Next Trex Plastic Challenge Set, February 13 Sharad Mehta 2021-02-12 05:00:00Z 0 Community Service,Environment,Westborough
      Southborough To Celebrate Valentine's Day With 'Love For Our Frontline Workers,' February13 Rotary Club of Southborough 2021-02-09 05:00:00Z 0 Peace,Southborough