LEWISTON — Monique Roy, Lewiston-Auburn 2016- 2017 Rotary Club president, turned over presidency of the club to Monica Millhime during a luncheon meeting on June 29 at the Ramada Inn.

Members of District 7790 thanked Roy for her year of Service Above Self and welcomed Millhime as she shared her vision for the club’s next 100 years to fellow members, family and friends.

Millhime defined the 2017-2018 areas of focus in projects assisting children and literacy, community and international connections, humane societies, fellowship, seniors, and veterans.

Millhime will continue the weekly program schedule of inviting business owners, representatives from community and economic sectors, city officials and school groups as featured speakers.

Two grants drafted by Millhime were submitted to Rotary International on behalf of Tree Street Youth Center and the SEARCH Program.

The areas of service and activities kick-off with in July with assistance at the Veterans Appreciation Deep Sea Fishing Tournament.

In August members will host their annual food booth at the Balloon Festival, and recipes are being collected from members and friends to create a community cookbook before the holidays benefiting the Autism Society.

A Polio Plus event is planned in conjunction with the Auburn-Lewiston Breakfast Club for October; a Toys for Tots collection; a blood drive; Bowl-for-Kids Sake; a movie event for children with autism; and monthly donations of requested items from the humane society and books for children.

FMI: 207-713-7045, facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/, lewistonauburnrotary.org. 

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