Passing the Hammer, er Gavel

Tony Riggio, incoming president of the Westport Rotary Club for the 2013-2014 term, brandishes a hammer (substituting for a gavel), presented to him by outgoing club president Julia Broder as past District Governor Rick Benson joins in the fun during the traditional Pass the Gavel ceremony tonight at the Ned Dimes Marina at Compo Beach. More than 60 members and guests attended the celebration lobster bake party. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com