Question 1

Why are doors opening at 1pm if the event starts at 2pm?

Accepted Answer

Please arrive early to enjoy some tasty afternoon treats, check out some cool airplanes that will be in the hangar, and of course have time for catching up with with others and fellowship. The program starts exactly at 2pm, so we want all attendees ready to go!

Question 2

Is there free parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we will have free parking immediately next to the event hangar.  Set your GPS for 91 Durham Street, Portsmouth, NH.

Question 3

Is this event Rain or Shine?

Accepted Answer

Yes!  Our main event is going to be in Hangar #205 at Port City Air, so we are protected against the elements.  If it's a chilly day, dress appropriately.  It is October!

Question 4

I thought the ticket was $20, but I was charged $23.18 online.  Why is that?

Accepted Answer

There is a fee for using a credit card and fee for Eventbrite  that adds $3.18 to the ticket price. You can pay cash or check at the door for $20. Your club can purchase a block of tickets and make one payment, at $20 per ticket. Contact the event organizer - we will need to register member names.

Question 5

Is the event ticket a tax-deductible expense?

Accepted Answer

No, the $20 ticket goes to cover our operating and event costs, and is not a tax-deductible expense.  Donations for the companion dogs is tax-deductible, consult your tax advisor for details.

Question 6

I heard that the 250 American flags display was going to be on the tarmac. Did that change?

Accepted Answer

Yes it did change. We would have liked to do it on the tarmac, with inside the hangar as the backup if the weather was inclement. However it was ruled that all parts of the tarmac are considered operational zone space, and we could not walk out into that space. Understandably, safety comes first.

District 7780 Foundation Celebration 2026

Saturday, October 17th, join us in the giant Port City Air aircraft hangar in Portsmouth for an afternoon celebrating an array of District 7780 Foundation activities!

(GPS- 91 Durham St. Portsmouth, NH)

Doors open at 1pm, so park, check in, and enjoy tasty treats and good fellowship.

Our event starts at 2pm sharp, ending at 4pm!

Our Foundation team brought together District Designated Funds combined with club and individual contributions that will provide specially trained companion dogs to Veterans.

• Mike Merrill, Dir. of Homeless Services, Volunteers of America New England

• Bill Merchant, Co-owner, Revolution Fitness - Health and mental resiliance

• Laura Barker, Founder, Hero Pups, Stratham, NH

• Mike McGovern, Global Polio Eradication Initiative Oversight Board / World Polio Day

• Marty Helman, Rotary Director, Zones 28 & #32

We will also be honoring veterans and community members with Paul Harris Fellow recognition. To complete the day, it's a full group participation moment, as we will hold 250 American flags for a beautiful tribute photo for USA250 and veterans!

Families and Friends Highly Encouraged to Join You! - Under 18 , No Charge!

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Location

91 Durham St

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Agenda

Pre-Event 1pm-2pm. Mix N' Mingle. Enjoy tasty treats and good fellowship!

Main Program - Speakers and Presentations, 250 Flags To Complete The Day!

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