Rotary District 7780

We hope you can join the upcoming work day for this ongoing project of Rotary Club of S**o Bay Sunset and Rotary District 7780. Saturday June 13 starting at 9AM, 128 S**o Ave., Old Orchard Beach. Click the link to learn more.

Crutches 4 Africa: Container #15 Loads June 13! By: Dennis Robillard, District Chair Crutches 4 AfricaS**o Bay Sunset RC   District 7780 is gearing up for a major milestone — our 15th 40 foot shipping container will be loaded on Saturday, June 13, 2026, beginning at 9:00 AM at 128 S**o Ave., Old Orchard Beach. This is one of our district’s m...

A final message from DG Emma for June 2026. What a great Rotary year this has been!

From your DG June 2026 From Your District Governor One Final Spark By: DG Emma Bodwell, Bridgton-Lake Region RC Well… here we are. June. Before this Rotary year closes, I want to share one final spark — a reflection on the moments, the people, and the quiet acts of service that shaped District 7780 and reminded me, a...

The Songo River Princess took us on a lovely water journey today from the Naples Causeway/Long Lake into Brandy Pond, down the Songo River, then through the Songo Lock. Unfortunately, there was no time to go all the way to Sebago Lake. Highly recommend!

Did you know that Songo Lock, built in 1830, is the last of 27 locks that once were in use along the Cumberland and Oxford Canal? The lock is manually operated to raise and lower boats 5 feet as they move along the length of the river. A bit of history with our scenic views.

If you took any photos during this trip, or at anytime during this weekend's District Conference, please post them in the Rotary 7780 - People of Action group and tag Rotary District 7780

Songo River Queen II

Getting ready to head out onto the lakes and through the locks!! Songo River Queen II

District Celebration!! Here are a few pictures from today's events in Bridgton. Thanks to our hosts Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club and DG Emma.

Mother Nature threw a curve ball, so the day started at Lakes Environmental Association HQ with fellowship and lunch, followed by a highly engaging talk by Executive Director Colin Holme. Learn more about the work of these stewards of our lakes, ponds, rivers, streams, and wetlands at https://mainelakes.org/

The day continued with a selection of tours - Deertrees Theatre, Rufus Porter House Museum, and Naples Historical Society Museum. Later, we reconvened at Pleasant Mountain Maine for a Co****le competition, House of Friendship displays, and beverages.

The evening festivities kicked off with a cocktail reception and a short business meeting. Co****le Tournament winners were announced, raffles were drawn, and Engagement Tracker recognition was presented. In addition to enjoying a wonderful dinner, we heard from several speakers: DG Emma Bodwell; Mike McGovern, PDG & Chair Polio Oversight Board - GPEI; Marty Helman, PDG & Rotary International Director 2026-2028; and finally Ben Tucker III, a seventh generation Mainer, Real Estate Professional and community leader.

Congratulations to the Co****le Competition winners:
Robin & John Mullins 1st
Dick Hall & Kelly Drew 2nd
Ron & Patty Smith 3rd

Congratulations to these clubs for top Engagement Tracker Achievement:
Sebago Lake Rotary Club by far the top star count!
Hampton Area Rotary Club NH 2nd
Westbrook-Gorham Rotary 3rd
Also, congratulations to all 12 clubs recognized for outstanding participation, collaboration, and commitment to the Unite for Good Engagement Tracker!

Tomorrow the fun continues with a trip on the Songo River Princess departing promptly at 10AM!

We just learned that some folks did not receive Emma's emails yesterday. The service projects at the District Conference were cancelled for this morning due to the weather.

However - we WILL be meeting for lunch and speaker - so please join us at the Science center (51 Willett Road Bridgton) 11am and after!
Lunch and speaker -Colin Holmes

We are still looking for Corn Hole players!!!
$10 Per Person - funds go to Polio Plus!!!

Afternoon programming will continue as planned.

Final Reminder from the District Foundation Committee.

Message from our District Governor for May 2026.

From your DG May 2026 From Your District Governor May Momentum By: DG Emma Bodwell, Bridgton-Lake Region RC   Wow… just like that, we’re heading into May.Two months left in the Rotary year.Every year I hear people say, “It goes fast” — and every year I think, not this fast. But here we are. And honestly, it’...