August is Membership Month on the Rotary International Calendar. In 2022, more than 78,000 Rotarians participated in our All Member Survey and the results are clear – the number one driver of member satisfaction is a member’s experience within their club. Just as taking care of customers is crucial for the success of any business, our survey showed that an inclusive and caring club experience is the primary reason that our members stay in Rotary. Conversely, members leave our clubs when they don’t feel connected, and expectations are unmet.
"New England Patriots game....sitting on the 50 yard line at Gillette, on Pats' side...." How many times have you had that thought? Here's your chance!
It appears that a few of the clubs in the District have lost their Interact Club during the pandemic. This is a troubling trend that we hope to stop and reverse directions with over the next school year.
What is Interact? Interact is Rotary Club for students between the ages of 12 and 18 (middle and high school age). They can be school or community based. Interact Clubs must be sponsored by a District club and must complete at a minimum two projects per year. Believe it or not there are 14,911 Clubs in over 145 countries with over 342,900 young people involved.
Photo shows Marlborough's Rotary and Interact Clubs clearing trails in their city.
This year's Learning Agenda begins with a series of interviews with recent club Presidents who have successfully led their clubs forward. In each interview we focus on the "secret sauce" brought to the club by this leader, and provide hints for making the club more exciting and successful over time.
At DG Elliott Rittenberg’s installation event, PDG Dr. Victor Tom had the honor of presenting the most prestigious Rotary Foundation Distinguished Service Award (DSA) to Ralph Hammond, of the Rotary Club of Bedford, who has rendered exceptional service to the Foundation beyond the District level and for an extended period of time. This award is extremely competitive and only 50 Rotarians may receive this award each year, out of 1.4 million Rotarians worldwide.
There are many ways Rotarians serve their communities and Rotary.
On Saturday, July 22, three District 7910 Rotarians found a new path to do that: They participated in “The Epic Ride,” a charity fundraiser organized by Warren Green. This year, John Marchiony and Rob Mosher joined the ride, and Weston-Wayland president Katya Portnaya apparated at the 100-mile mark with water and snacks.
Collectively, the riders are raising money for eight charities, including The Rotary Foundation and the District 7910 Charity Fund.
Riders Rob, Warren and John at the Train Bridge in Bourne.
RI president Gordon McInally has prioritized mental health and well-being as a signature focus for the year ahead and beyond. He’s challenged Rotarians to lead the way in eliminating the stigma around and to raise awareness about the importance of mental and emotional health. As I’ve visited our Clubs and raised this subject over the last few weeks, it’s clear that many of our members feel passionately about this topic.
The mission of the Rotary Action Group on Mental Health Initiatives is to create and support opportunities for all to improve their mental health and wellness for healthy, happy and productive lives.
Our 8th annual spiritofhudson.com will take place within the Avidia Bank parking lot at 30 South Street Hudson, MA 01749.
Over 30 breweries and distilleries will provide free samples from 3PM-6PM. We have four food trucks, a cigar seller with mobile humidor, and live band! Come help support the Rotary Club of Hudson raise money for our shared Rotary goals.
For more information please contact Jeff Tucker 978-857-0619
The Wachusett Area Rotary Club will be holding our signature event and main fundraiser, our annual Golf Tournament, on Monday, September 18th at Oak Hill Country Club in Fitchburg. This year we are commemorating our 30th anniversary of running this event to raise funds for our projects, grants and scholarships. Please consider supporting us through purchasing one of our sponsorship packages.
Opportunities range from affordable promotional signs on tees and greens through packages that include playing spots and premier corporate recognition. Or if you’d just like to play golf, that’s an option as well.
The Rotary Club of Marlborough will be hosting an exciting golf tournament at Juniper Hills Golf Course in Northborough on September 20th. We are hopeful that other clubs will participate with foursomes and sponsorships as all proceeds will be used for the Rotary Homestead, a homeless shelter for single women in greater Marlborough.
A round of golf is just $140 which includes golf, a cart, and a delicious meal afterwards. We will be also having a raffle and silent auction (donations gladly accepted.
Come on over to beautiful Juniper for some exercise, fellowship, and fun!
Interested in working on global projects for people with disabilities?
We have two projects we are working on that might interest you. First, countries have disaster plans, but few give attention to people with disabilities. We are developing such plans with a goal for global distribution. Second, Cerebral Palsy has no global awareness efforts. We are setting up a Rotary Fellowship to do just that. Interested in either project: Contact the Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy by email: Rotarywda@gmail.com. Visit us on Facebook.
Public Image Primer: 3 Rotary Logos Do's and Don'ts
1. DO use your custom Club logo all the time. DG Elliott's Westborough Club's logo is perfect. If you're not using a logo that looks similar, you can find your Club logo in this folder. If you're club is using the "old" wheel/gear/cog that has yellow and blue, you gotta change it.
2. DON'T use the Rotary "Mark of Excellence" for your Club's program, event, or anything. Use your Club's custom logo for everything.
3. DON'T use the Presidential "Create Hope in the World" theme logo for anything that will go to folks who are not Rotary members. That's why the banner at the top of this newsletter no longer has the logo below.
To conform to Rotary's brand guidelines, you'll have the easiest time if you never use that logo at all, beautiful as it may be.
Learn about Rotary club and district roles, as well as their impact on your community. Find resources and tools that support members in these roles.
Fellowships & Rotary Action Groups -- another corner
Mental Health Initiatives(Rotary Action Group; RAGMHI): The Goals of RAGHMI are: Breaking Stigma; Raising Awareness; Increasing Capacity.
Cycling: If you are a cyclist and might be interested in Rotary rides, please visit the Rotary 7910 Cycling Group page to join the email group (which you can leave at any time, of course).
Pickleball: If you play pickleball, or want to, and might be interested in Rotary pickleball games, events or tournaments, please visit the Rotary 7910 Pickleball Group page to join the email group (which you can leave at any time, of course).
What's your favorite Rotary Fellowship?
We'd love to feature it. Please send us a note to publicimage@rotary7910.org or submit info through our wicked simple form that reaches the WebTeam.
August is Membership Month on the Rotary International Calendar. In 2022, more than 78,000 Rotarians participated in our All Member Survey and the results are clear – the number one driver of member satisfaction is a member’s experience within their club. Just as taking care of customers is crucial for the success of any business, our survey showed that an inclusive and caring club experience is the primary reason that our members stay in Rotary. Conversely, members leave our clubs when they don’t feel connected, and expectations are unmet.
Thank all of you who took the time Monday evening this week to review our District 7910 Rotary Foundation Grants and Donations.
It appears that a few of the clubs in the District have lost their Interact Club during the pandemic. This is a troubling trend that we hope to stop and reverse directions with over the next school year.
This year's Learning Agenda begins with a series of interviews with recent club Presidents who have successfully led their clubs forward. In each interview we focus on the "secret sauce" brought to the club by this leader, and provide hints for making the club more exciting and successful over time.
At DG Elliott Rittenberg’s installation event, PDG Dr. Victor Tom had the honor of presenting the most prestigious Rotary Foundation Distinguished Service Award (DSA) to Ralph Hammond, of the Rotary Club of Bedford, who has rendered exceptional service to the Foundation beyond the District level and for an extended period of time. This award is extremely competitive and only 50 Rotarians may receive this award each year, out of 1.4 million Rotarians worldwide.
There are many ways Rotarians serve their communities and Rotary.
RI president Gordon McInally has prioritized mental health and well-being as a signature focus for the year ahead and beyond. He’s challenged Rotarians to lead the way in eliminating the stigma around and to raise awareness about the importance of mental and emotional health. As I’ve visited our Clubs and raised this subject over the last few weeks, it’s clear that many of our members feel passionately about this topic. 
Our 8th annual 
Great opportunity to promote your business!
The Rotary Club of Marlborough will be hosting an exciting golf tournament at Juniper Hills Golf Course in Northborough on September 20th. We are hopeful that other clubs will participate with foursomes and sponsorships as all proceeds will be used for the Rotary Homestead, a homeless shelter for single women in greater Marlborough.
Interested in working on global projects for people with disabilities?
1. DO use your custom Club logo all the time. DG Elliott's Westborough Club's logo is perfect. If you're not using a logo that looks similar, you can 
To conform to Rotary's brand guidelines, you'll have the easiest time if you never use that logo at all, beautiful as it may be.
Learn about Rotary club and district roles, as well as their impact on your community. Find resources and tools that support members in these roles.
Mental Health Initiatives
Cycling: If you are a cyclist and 
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