Many of our members have asked how we can help the Lewiston, ME community. I received this message from Rotary District 7790 Governor Tina Chapman:
"As you know, this has been a very difficult week for those of us in Maine. On Wednesday evening, October 25th, we lost 18 of our fellow citizens. Several more were injured, a few of whom remain hospitalized. So many people were impacted - the families and victims of this terrible event, as well as the people of Lewiston, Auburn, Winthrop, Bowdoin, and several other towns in Maine that were directly impacted during the frightening hours and days after the shootings.
The 2023-24 District Directory contains a wealth of information, including contact information for District officers, assistant governors and committee chairs, our calendar for the year ahead, along with information about our Clubs and their officers.
The Directory also includes biographies of Rotary leaders, a list famous Rotarians (are you on it?), a history of our Four Way Test, past award recipients, and much more. Thank you to PDG Jim Fusco for the many hours that went into producing this comprehensive document.
Just as routine doctor’s visits help us identify health risks before they become serious, a club health check can diagnose problem areas and prescribe remedies. By using this health check, you’re taking a step to maintain your club’s health and preserve its value for members and the community.
Clubs should conduct a "Health Check" every couple of years. If there is a "problem area" identified, the club's board of directors can address the problem before it becomes severe. Clubs can also find help from their assigned assistant governor. In addition, there are many district executives that would welcome the opportunity to assist a club.
Rotary is committed to raising US$50 million every year for polio eradication. Through our partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, every $1 of that is matched 2-to-1.
Rotary International and especially our Zone in the U.S. have been doing a great deal of research to understand the key success factors for all clubs. They have canvassed thousands of clubs, and those that are flourishing share several key factors.
1. They have a named Membership Chair who focuses on growing and energizing the club. (Click "Read more.")
2. They have a Succession Plan. (Click "Read more.")
Please work with others in your club to make sure you have these two key roles filled and named in ClubRunner no later than December 1.
7 District 7910's 2023-24 Rotary Youth Exchange Students are here! Val is from Belgium and is hosted here by the Marlborough Rotary Club. Diego is from Mexico and is hosted by the Weston-Wayland Rotary Club. Our students have settled into their new school routines, are enjoying their host families, and have met exchange students from other regional districts at their Orientation weekend in September and apple-picking at Tougas Farm In October. Diego is playing soccer for WHS while Val is helping MHS expand its Interact Club activities. These wonderful students are willing to talk with any 7910 Club about their home countries and exchange experiences as part of your Club meeting programs.
On Tuesday, October 24th nearly 60 Rotarians and friends from District 7910 showed up at Revolution Hall in Lexington, MA to help eradicate polio. In our small sliver of the world, we did our best to participate in a fun and unique way....by drinking beer!
It was a beautiful autumn evening in New England with unusually warm weather which was perfect. Craft Food Hall has a gorgeous beer garden that they donated for the cause as well.
Rotarians and friends enjoyed pints of beer from the beer wall which allowed them to pour their own beers. A giant inflatable Rotary Wheel was positioned for all to see. There was a table with information regarding how Rotary has helped end polio around the globe and how you can get involved.
SERVPRO had a table giving out free swag and information regarding their services.
Dr. Robert Gegear, founder of the Gegear Lab at UMass Dartmouth, will be our keynote speaker in this virtual session. Click HERE to register.
The lab studies factors influencing the dynamic interplay between pollinators and the flowering plants that they service. Their current research projects address such questions as:
Westford Rotary is everywhere on social media. This did happen overnight because a 20-something insisted we had to have it. Our consistent presence on Facebook and Instagram seeks to achieve two goals: awareness of our mission and contributions to the community, AND a way to attract younger members.
Nicole Hamel is the architect of our social media program. She is a past president (at age 24, now 30) who firmly believes in the bonuses of "being seen". We originally met to create our service calendar but a spirit took over Nicole and suddenly we had a plan for daily postings on FB and IG.
Reaching out to help those in need in local communities, the Rotary Club of Littleton gathered personal care items to distribute to the clients of Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry at Devens. Loaves & Fishes serves residents of Ayer, Devens, Groton, Harvard, Littleton, and Shirley. The individuals and families who seek help from the pantry have been especially hard hit by inflation, COVID, and an uncertain economy.
Our goal was to gather enough items - including shampoo and conditioner, disposable razors, small containers of shaving cream, bars of gentle soap, packets of tissues, deodorants, toothpaste and toothbrushes, mouthwash, bandaids, chapsticks, and wipes - to fill at least 100 bags. We're happy to announce that not only did we fill 100 bags with toiletries, we had lots of items left over and brought them to Loaves & Fishes to hand out to clients at different times.
Learn about Rotary club and district roles, as well as their impact on your community. Find resources and tools that support members in these roles.
Fellowships & Rotary Action Groups -- another corner
Rotary Action Groups: Visit this page to see complete information on the 25 dRotary Action Groups.
Mental Health Initiatives(Rotary Action Group; RAGMHI): The Goals of RAGHMI are: Breaking Stigma; Raising Awareness; Increasing Capacity.
Rotary Fellowships The Rotary Fellowships program is a structured program of Rotary International that comprises more than 75 independent fellowships. Join the growing number of Rotarians who are sharing their favorite activities and professional interests through organized recreational, vocational, and health/medical-related groups within Rotary. Visit the RI Fellowships page.
What's yours? 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.
Many of our members have asked how we can help the Lewiston, ME community. I received this message from Rotary District 7790 Governor Tina Chapman:
The 2023-24 District Directory contains a wealth of information, including contact information for District officers, assistant governors and committee chairs, our calendar for the year ahead, along with information about our Clubs and their officers.
Just as routine doctor’s visits help us identify health risks before they become serious, a club health check can diagnose problem areas and prescribe remedies. By using this health check, you’re taking a step to maintain your club’s health and preserve its value for members and the community.
WHAT IS ROTARY’S POLIO FUNDRAISING CHALLENGE?
Rotary International and especially our Zone in the U.S. have been doing a great deal of research to understand the key success factors for all clubs. They have canvassed thousands of clubs, and those that are flourishing share several key factors.
7 District 7910's 2023-24 Rotary Youth Exchange Students are here! Val is from Belgium and is hosted here by the Marlborough Rotary Club. Diego is from Mexico and is hosted by the Weston-Wayland Rotary Club. Our students have settled into their new school routines, are enjoying their host families, and have met exchange students from other regional districts at their Orientation weekend in September and apple-picking at Tougas Farm In October. Diego is playing soccer for WHS while Val is helping MHS expand its Interact Club activities. These wonderful students are willing to talk with any 7910 Club about their home countries and exchange experiences as part of your Club meeting programs.
On Tuesday, October 24th nearly 60 Rotarians and friends from District 7910 showed up at Revolution Hall in Lexington, MA to help eradicate polio. In our small sliver of the world, we did our best to participate in a fun and unique way....by drinking beer!
Dr. Robert Gegear, founder of the Gegear Lab at UMass Dartmouth, will be our keynote speaker in this virtual session. Click 
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Westford Rotary is everywhere on social media. This did happen overnight because a 20-something insisted we had to have it. Our consistent presence on Facebook and Instagram seeks to achieve two goals: awareness of our mission and contributions to the community, AND a way to attract younger members.
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
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