We had an outstanding meeting this week with our guest District Governor Sheila Rollins. We talked about what we do as Rotarians and why we do it. Each club brings unique expertise and interests to Rotary. Thank you for all that you do!
Don’t forget the Foundation spending seminar at USM on September 19. Register at the district website. The great thing about Rotary is that we all have a say in how the Foundation dollars returned to our district are spent.
Other upcoming District initiatives include:
The Bridgewalk Kittery-Portsmouth in recognition of World Polio Day October 24, 8:30AM – Noon.
The Anti-Slavery Initiative October 30 at 1 Longfellow Square, Portland, $30.This event is being held in conjunction with the Preble Street Anti-Trafficking Coalition and Voices 4 Freedom. Together we can end slavery.
District project in Argentina – Vocational training on youth mental health, an area of support not currently available in that country.
Congratulations to Steve Rand and Julie Hamm for receiving special recognition awards from Sheila. You guys are the best!
Finally, we spoke about telling “our story”. Why did we join Rotary? What keeps us involved? Look for Kate Wight to be contacting you about sharing “your story” on FaceBook, on our website, and in upcoming Scribblers. We look forward to hearing from all of you.
At our meeting on August 25, Assistant District Governor Tony Wagner presented a $3500 check to Donna Dwyer, President & CEO of My Place Teen Center. This district grant is being matched by $2000 each from the Westbrook-Gorham and Falmouth clubs in support of a nutrition and mentoring program at MPTC. We are thrilled to help!
Pictured are John LaBelle (Falmouth Club), Deb Shangraw and Paul Emery (W-G Club), Roger Berube (Falmouth), Donna Dwyer, Steve Rand (W-G club) and Tony Wagner.
These are the remaining program assignments for this year. Dates open for programs are 11/24, 12/15 and 12/22. When you have secured a program, please notify Christine Johnson so the program can be added to our website. Look for 2016 assignments from Hal Thomas shortly.
10/13 Frank Emery - Roy Mickelson, Principal at Windham Christian Academy
10/20 Jason Beever - RYLA Participants Westbrook & Gorham
10/27 Cathy Breen - State Senator - Legislative Report
