St. Patrick's Day Lunch Celebration Kurt Heisler 2024-03-18 04:00:00Z 0
Woman's History Month Honoree - Laurie Russell Kurt Heisler 2024-03-18 04:00:00Z 0
GOLF - SAVE THE DATE! Kurt Heisler 2024-03-18 04:00:00Z 0
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Lunch This Week

Join us for lunch this week! Our speaker will be Nick Parlee - the Transfer Station Director.  See you Thursday at 12:15 pm. 
 
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Bruins Ticket Raffle

Win a chance to attend the Bruins vs Carolina Game and raise money to end Polio.  Sponsored by Garrity Insurance.  The game is on April 9th - 2 Tickets - Sec Loge 4, Row 18, Seat 1-2. 
 
If you purchase online, we will hand out raffle tickets to you at lunch, during the service meeting, or at that door at the Pints for Polio event!  
 
 
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Losar Celebration Kurt Heisler 2024-02-20 05:00:00Z 0

Welcome Steve Stewart

Welcome new member Steve Stewart!  Steve is the SVP at Winchester Coop Bank, and we are glad to have him join our club.  
 
 
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RYLA 2024 Kurt Heisler 2024-02-12 05:00:00Z 0
Pints for Polio Kurt Heisler 2024-02-11 05:00:00Z 0
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Thanks from Jhamtse Gatsal Sponsorship

Greetings from the Jhamtse Gatsal Sponsorship Team! This email contains an update on your sponsored child/children. Your ongoing generosity and support enable these changemakers of tomorrow to reach their full potential and pay your kindness forward.

Below is a link to your child's sponsor webpage. The page contains recent photos, a progress report, and a letter from your child. The page also has a link to message your sponsored child.
 
 
We wish you happiness and good health.

In gratitude and appreciation,
The Jhamtse Gatsal Sponsorship Team
 
Thanks from Jhamtse Gatsal Sponsorship Kurt Heisler 2024-02-11 05:00:00Z 0

The Caitlin O'Hara Community Health Clinic

The Winchester Rotary awarded the Health Clinic in Kenya a grant to fund a new CTG monitor.  The CTG monitor has arrived, and the team has been trained to operate it. The head nurse, Alice, commented that, to her knowledge, only one other facility in our county has a CTG machine. This is a huge step towards providing high-quality care to the mothers in their community. With this machine, they will better assess fetal well-being and refer women who need more care.
 
A big thank you from the nursing team and Frankie Sadler, Director at the clinic.  Our club should be proud of making this happen. They are very grateful. http://theleoproject.org
 
 
 
 
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Boston Food Bank

Rotarians volunteered at the Boston Food Bank on Saturday and helped package over 20,000 meals!  Service Above Self.
 
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Scholarship Applications Kurt Heisler 2024-01-26 05:00:00Z 0

Business Meeting - Feb 8th

The business meeting is on Thursday, February 8th, at lunch.  All Committee Chairs, please come prepared to present.  Thank you!
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Clothing Drive

The WHS Rotary Interact Club and the Rotary Club of Winchester are joining forces again this year with Quincy C.O.P.E. (Communities Offer Practical Encouragement) to help those without a home or clothing this winter in Boston!
 
Our groups will collect Women’s and Men’s Gloves, warm blankets, belts, and sleeping bags. (new or used)
 
Donations can be dropped off at various locations around town- please wrap them in plastic in inclement weather! (Drive Ends on 2/2/24)
 
The locations are:
  • 24 Nathaniel Rd 45 Oxford St
  • 237 Highland Ave
  • 14 Emerson Rd
  • 10 Sargent Rd
 
If possible, please drop off during daylight or early evening hours!  If you have any questions, please contact Paula Michienzi or Mary Monteiro.
 
Quincy C.O.P.E. Communities Offer Practical Encouragement and will always take hoodies and coats throughout the Winter!! Thank you for helping us help others.
 
#CreateHopeInTheWorld #PeopleOfAction #ServiceAboveSelf
Clothing Drive Kurt Heisler 2024-01-18 05:00:00Z 0

A Heartfelt Thank You

Dear Rebecca and Winchester Rotary,

Happy New Year and warm greetings from Jhamtse Gatsal!

As we take our first steps into 2024, we wish you and your loved ones a year filled with good health, happiness, peace, and prosperity. We hold you and these sentiments for humanity in our daily prayers. 

We would also like to express our appreciation for YOUR ongoing generosity and kindness, which inspire Lobsang Phuntsok, the children, and the staff at Jhamtse Gatsal. Thanks to YOU, we exceeded our 2023 year-end fundraising goal for our new Thapsang (the kitchen, dining, and gathering space) at Jhamtse Gatsal. While we still have a long way to go, we are closer thanks to you!

 

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WFEE Trivia Bee Sign Up Kurt Heisler 2024-01-08 05:00:00Z 0
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Boston Food Bank Volunteer Sign Up

We need ten (10) volunteers for our first service project of the year at the Greater Boston Food Bank! Please sign up here. Please also see the waiver, attached. 
 
Details:
 
Shift Date/Time: 1/27/2024 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Shift Duration: 3 Hours
Job Name: Individuals General Warehouse AM
Number of group volunteers: 10
 
Shift Location:
70 South Bay Ave.
Boston, MA 02118
 
Closed-toe shoes are required.
 
Sign Up Here:
 
 
 
 
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Service Meeting - Tuesday, Jan. 16th

The first Service Meeting of 2024 will be on Tuesday, January 16th, at 5:30 pm at China Sky.  All are welcome to join us for appetizers and fellowship.
 
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RSVP - Lunch this week Kurt Heisler 2024-01-02 05:00:00Z 0

Dick Sampson Celebration

We celebrated Dick Sampson's 46 years of Rotary membership and service to our club and the Rotary Foundation.  It was beautiful to have his family join us for lunch and for Dick to share that the Rotary Four Way Test was a crucial part of building the success of his company and legacy.  Thank you, Dick and your family!  
 
Dick Sampson Celebration Kurt Heisler 2023-12-21 05:00:00Z 0

Christmas Dinner for Winchester Housing Authority

We had another successful season of giving, as the members and Interact students delivered holiday meals to all the Winchester Housing Authority clients.  Thank you to Linda Doucette for organizing.  The clients are always so appreciative of our visits and meals.  
 
Christmas Dinner for Winchester Housing Authority Kurt Heisler 2023-12-21 05:00:00Z 0

Thanks Mission of Deeds Volunteers!

Thanks to this month's volunteers!  Special thanks to Service Member Elizabeth Schreiber for purchasing and organizing the purchase of Bed Comforters and sheet sets as the service members' year-end donation to Mission on Deeds.  As a club, we are making a big impact for Mission of Deeds throughout the year.
 
Thanks Mission of Deeds Volunteers! Kurt Heisler 2023-12-21 05:00:00Z 0

Holiday Party Photos

It was wonderful to celebrate the holidays at the Winchester Country Club.  The Winchester High School singers added some wonderful holiday carols.  
 
We celebrated Brian LaPointe's 25 years of service to Rotary.  Congrats!
 
 
Happy Holidays Everyone
 
 
Holiday Party Photos Kurt Heisler 2023-12-21 05:00:00Z 0

Coat Drive - Final Days

Thank you so much to those who have purchased coats for our Virtual Coat Drive to benefit the Mission of Deeds. Our club has donated 50 coats already!
 
Last year, we beat our goal of donating 100 coats and donated 115! We're hoping we can make it 125 this year! 
 
We have made shopping easy with our Amazon Wish List:
 
1. Select an item (or items) from our Wish List to purchase.
2. Make sure these are the only items in your shopping basket. 
3. At checkout, the Mission of Deeds shipping info will auto-populate. 
4. In the Gift Message, please put your name and Rotary Club of Winchester. 
 
If you have any questions, please reach out. 
 
Thank you for your generosity during the busy holiday season. 
 
Katie Hefferon
 
Coat Drive - Final Days Kurt Heisler 2023-12-21 05:00:00Z 0

Santa Arrived!

The Rotary Santa and Reindeer, along with the carolers, arrived in downtown Winchester after Thanksgiving, thanks to this group of volunteers. 
 
Big Thanks!
 
 
 
Santa Arrived! Kurt Heisler 2023-12-04 05:00:00Z 0

Interact Officers

The Interact Club has been busy volunteering for the Halloween window decorating downtown and planning to help us deliver meals to the Winchester Housing Authority on December 14th.  Here is a picture of the officers with their fearless leader, Paula!
 
 
 
Interact Officers Kurt Heisler 2023-12-04 05:00:00Z 0

Rotary Foundation Giving

Your Rotary Foundation dollars spearhead initiatives encouraging and assisting people who want a better life close to home and beyond our boundaries. 
 
Please donate NOW for 2023 by visiting my.rotary.org, logging in, setting up an account, and contributing to the Annual Fund or the Polio Fund.  The Rotary Club of Winchester is looking for 75% participation from our club.
 
Please help us reach our goal! 
 
Yours in Rotary, Gail LaRocca, Foundation Chair
 
 
Rotary Foundation Giving Kurt Heisler 2023-12-04 05:00:00Z 0

Nominating Committee

We are seeking members to join the nominating committee for officers.  If you would like to join or are interested in becoming a future officer or board member of our club, please reach out to Paula @ pmichienzi@gmail.com.
 
Nominating Committee Kurt Heisler 2023-11-22 05:00:00Z 0

Muraco School Thank You

Our Rotary Club sponsored Muraco Elementary School repairs last spring for their Gaga Pit.  Gaga is a fast-paced, high-energy sport played in an octagonal pit. The more players, the better! Dubbed a kinder, gentler version of dodgeball, the game is played with a soft foam ball and combines the skills of dodging, striking, running, and jumping, while trying to hit opponents with a ball below the knees. All the local schools have a pit.  
 
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Holiday Party - Please RSVP Kurt Heisler 2023-11-19 05:00:00Z 0

Thank you Mission of Deeds Volunteers!

Thanks to Maryann, Derrick, Brian, and Rick for extra volunteer time this past Saturday at Mission of Deeds.  It's so great to have two new service members join for our monthly volunteer time.  Thank you!
 
Thank you Mission of Deeds Volunteers! Kurt Heisler 2023-11-19 05:00:00Z 0
Events - RSVP Please! Kurt Heisler 2023-11-19 05:00:00Z 0

Winchester Library Support

Our club once again supported the Winchester Library with an annual grant for free museum passes for the community.  One way we support our local community. 
 
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Thank you Veterans

This past week, we honored our local veterans at lunch. 
  • Rotarian Jack Kean - US Army 
  • Rotarian Tom Seviney - US Army
  • Rotarian Frank Fantasia - US Army
  • Jeff O’Grady - US Navy
  • Michael Watson - US Army Ranger
  • Michael Lambert-  US Navy
  • Al Wile - Retired Winchester veterans agent - US Army
  • Greg Quill - current Winchester veterans agent - Air Force
  • Bill Carroll - Quartermaster of VFW - US Navy
From Winchester Police Dept:
  • Lt Edward Donahue - US Marines
  • Hyden Meiler - US Army
  • Matthew Carey - US Army
From the Winchester Fire Dept
  • Mike Vozzella - US Marines
  • Jim Saunders - US Marines
Thank you ALL for your service!
 
Thank you Veterans Kurt Heisler 2023-11-07 05:00:00Z 0

Welcome Marry Monteiro

Give a warm welcome to new service member Mary Monteiro.  She was sworn in last week by our District Governor, Lori Karas.  Mary is a retired educator and resident of Winchester.
 
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Winchester Safer Coalition

It was great to have Dot Butler join us for lunch last week and share all the great things that the Winchester Coalition for a Safer Community is programming.  
 
Hit more to learn about their upcoming Mocktail Event!
 
Winchester Safer Coalition Kurt Heisler 2023-10-29 04:00:00Z 0
Mission of Deeds Volunteers for November Kurt Heisler 2023-10-29 04:00:00Z 0

Whip Saltmarsh

We are sad to announce that on September 21, 2023, at 94, Sherman Whipple “Whip” Saltmarsh Jr. of Winchester, Massachusetts passed away.

He was a lifelong resident of Winchester, attended public schools, and graduated from Winchester High School, Kimball Union Academy, and Boston College. He served in the U.S. Navy.
He also has had a distinguished career that spanned 43 years in public service, serving in positions within the Winchester community, including his terms as a Selectman, first being elected in 1959.
 
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Riverwalk Celebration Kurt Heisler 2023-10-27 04:00:00Z 0
Mission of Deeds - This Saturday Kurt Heisler 2023-10-17 04:00:00Z 0
World Polio Day - October 24th Kurt Heisler 2023-10-17 04:00:00Z 0
Service Meeting - Oct. 24th Kurt Heisler 2023-10-17 04:00:00Z 0

Successful Golf Tournament 2023

 
A big thanks to our sponsors, golfers, volunteers, and staff at the Winchester Country Club for another successful charity golf event.  Your support allows our club to assist local, regional, and international charities with their great work this upcoming year.  
 
Successful Golf Tournament 2023 Kurt Heisler 2023-10-17 04:00:00Z 0
We did it! Kurt Heisler 2023-10-03 04:00:00Z 0
12 Days Until the Golf Tournament Kurt Heisler 2023-09-25 04:00:00Z 0

Did you know?

We proudly support three local organizations in September with grants for their great work!  The Mission of Deeds, Glen Doughty Memorial Foundation, and YMCA.
 
 
 
Did you know? Kurt H Heisler 2023-09-25 04:00:00Z 0

Lunch this Week

Join us for lunch this week, as our speaker will be Nick Cacciolf, Director of the Winchester Recreation Department.
 
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Interact Cafe Kurt Heisler 2023-09-25 04:00:00Z 0

Paul Gleason's Award

Paul Gleason was honored with a Paul Harris Fellow award last week.  He is a multiple Paul Harris award recipient and a long-time club member.   Jack gave a fantastic overview of his lifetime achievements.  Congrats Paul!
 
His wife, Phyllis, and his sponsor, past President and District Governor Donna D'Agostino, joined him.  Donna and her husband Ed were visiting us from Florida.  
 
Paul Gleason's Award Kurt Heisler 2023-09-25 04:00:00Z 0

Interact Kick Off

The Interact Club started the new school year with a sign-up booth and recruited over 65 new students!  Their first meeting is next week and we look forward to supporting them this year.  The new officers are a great group of leaders.  
 
 
 
Interact Kick Off Kurt Heisler 2023-09-20 04:00:00Z 0
Rise Against Hunger This Thursday!! Kurt Heisler 2023-09-12 04:00:00Z 0
Mission of Deeds Volunteer - Sept 16th Kurt Heisler 2023-09-12 04:00:00Z 0

Membership Award

Congratulations! Our club has earned the Rotary Citation for Membership, the most significant award a Rotary club can achieve, for 2022-23. This past year, your club demonstrated a commitment to achieve its goals, which ultimately helps strengthen Rotary and shape our future.
 
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Mission of Deeds - August Kurt Heisler 2023-08-21 04:00:00Z 0
Rise Against Hunger Kurt Heisler 2023-08-15 04:00:00Z 0
Golf Tournament Kurt Heisler 2023-08-07 04:00:00Z 0
Service Meeting - August 15th Kurt Heisler 2023-08-01 04:00:00Z 0
Serving Dinner - New England Center for Veterans Kurt Heisler 2023-08-01 04:00:00Z 0

Lunch Meeting This Week

We are back from vacation and having a lunch meeting this week.
 
Join us for lunch this Thursday, August 3rd at 12:15 pm. 
 
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Meals on Wheels - August 21s Kurt Heisler 2023-07-31 04:00:00Z 0
Lunch Concert This Week Kurt Heisler 2023-07-19 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Fun Fact Kurt Heisler 2023-07-17 04:00:00Z 0

Mental Health and Well Being

Rotary International President McInally presents his initiative for the coming year for mental health.
 
His quote....
 
This is exactly what Rotary is all about. Our clubs and our global community create opportunities for members to be their whole, authentic selves in the name of Service Above Self. We show each other comfort and care. We share with friends not just the good times and triumphs, but also the moments when nothing is going right. At our best, we create a place where we can freely ask each other: How are you? How are you really?
 
Read the whole report here:
 
 
Mental Health and Well Being Kurt Heisler 2023-07-17 04:00:00Z 0
Mission of Deeds - July 15th kurt 2023-06-28 04:00:00Z 0

Summer Social July 18th

I invite all members to join us for an open meeting with the Service members on Tuesday, July 18th, at 5:30 at the First House Pub.  Hope to see you there!  Paula 
 
Summer Social July 18th Kurt Heisler 2023-06-26 04:00:00Z 0
Mission of Deeds Volunteers for June Kurt Heisler 2023-06-26 04:00:00Z 0

District Installation 2023

Last week, Paula Michienzi was sworn in with 43 other Presidents and District Leadership. Next year's theme is #CreateHopeInTheWorld
 
Congrats, Paula!
 
 
Here is Paula and her husband Rich, a fellow Rotarian of the Medford Club.
District Installation 2023 Kurt Heisler 2023-06-26 04:00:00Z 0

Final Lunch and Sponsors Lunch

Join us Thursday for the final lunch and wrap of the year.  We will thank our Rotarian sponsors, and congratulations to all members for making this a successful year.  
 
Final Lunch and Sponsors Lunch Kurt Heisler 2023-06-15 04:00:00Z 0
President's BBQ Kurt Heisler 2023-06-15 04:00:00Z 0

Summer Vacation

We will take a summer break in July and not have any lunch meetings.  
 
We will have a social meeting on Tuesday, July 18th, at First House Pub - at 5:30 pm.  All are welcome to join us for a summer cocktail and meet-up.
 
 
 
Summer Vacation Kurt Heisler 2023-06-15 04:00:00Z 0
Lunch this Week - Golf Tournament Update Kurt Heisler 2023-06-15 04:00:00Z 0

Scholarship Winners Lunch

Congratulations to our fantastic scholarship winners, and thanks to the committee for all your work!  It was beautiful to hear their plans for the future and the service projects they had all completed during their high school careers.  
 
Scholarship Winners Lunch Kurt Heisler 2023-06-05 04:00:00Z 0

Pancake Breakfast Sponsors

 
Please thank our sponsors when you see them:
 
Gold Sponsors
  • Cambridge Trust
  • Fairway Mortgage
  • John's Landscaping
  • Kids Corner
  • MC Landscaping
  • Moriarty
  • Winchester Co-Operative Bank
Silver Sponsors
  • Robert Ellington Fine Properties
  • A Tavola
  • Anderson Group Realty
  • Fells Ace Hardware
  • Kidstock Creative Theater
  • Rich Mucci Law Office
  • Shield Car Wash
  • Winchester Community School
Bronze Sponsors
  • AMF Graphics
  • Barrett & Scibelli CPA
  • Bonnell Ford
  • Ciao! Bow Wow
  • Law Office of Diane Patalano Long
  • Main Street Citgo
  • PDA Dental Group
  • St. Mary's School
  • Studio on the Common
  • The Leung Family
  • The O'Meara Family
  • Winchester Savings Bank
Friends Sponsors
  • Pirani & Wile Group Leading Edge
  • G.R. Nowell and Sons
  • Fitzgerald Remodeling
Food and Hall Donations
  • Stop and Shop
  • Salter Healthcare
  • Bickford's 
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • Hope Christian Church
Pancake Breakfast Sponsors Kurt Heisler 2023-06-05 04:00:00Z 0
Pancake Breakfast Photos Kurt Heisler 2023-06-05 04:00:00Z 0
Mission of Deeds June Volunteers Kurt Heisler 2023-06-05 04:00:00Z 0
PMC Kids Ride Volunteers Needed Kurt Heisler 2023-06-05 04:00:00Z 0
Paul Harris Award to Archie McIntyre Kurt Heisler 2023-05-30 04:00:00Z 0
President's BBQ - Tomorrow - Rain or Shine Kurt Heisler 2023-05-22 04:00:00Z 0

Lunch Speaker - Archie McIntyre

Join us this Thursday for lunch to celebrate the retirement of Rotarian Archie McIntyre, Executive Director of Wright-Locke Farm, and hear an update on the current happens at the farm.  
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City of Smile - Speaker this Week

Join us for lunch this week, and our speaker will be Cynthia Kanzanjian sharing about a wonderful Boston Children's Hospital partnership called the City of Smiles.  
 
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Town Day Booth Volunteers Kurt Heisler 2023-05-15 04:00:00Z 0

Welcome Tara O'Meara

Welcome new member Tara O'Meara to our club.  Tara is in BioTech and has lived in Winchester for the past 15 years.  
 
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Lunch at Winchester Country Club Kurt Heisler 2023-05-08 04:00:00Z 0
Welcome Nelson De Oliveira Kurt Heisler 2023-05-02 04:00:00Z 0

EnKa Fair Volunteers

Bob Lorde is organizing volunteers for the upcoming Enka Fair.  Please contact Bob at:  rjlmadison15@gmail.com
 
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Purchase Your Pancake Breakfast Tickets Kurt Heisler 2023-05-02 04:00:00Z 0

96th Anniversary

This past month we celebrated our 96th Anniversary as a club.  Remember, we are in planning for our 100th.  Please send Jack any ideas for projects!
 
96th Anniversary Kurt Heisler 2023-05-02 04:00:00Z 0

ShelterBox HERO

Our club was recognized as a ShelterBox HERO for donating to the organization this year!
 
Check out the full letter...
ShelterBox HERO Kurt Heisler 2023-05-02 04:00:00Z 0

April Service Meeting @ Krave

The Service Meeting will be on Tuesday, April 25th, at 5:30 at Krave, in the Whole Foods Mall.  All are welcome to join!
 
April Service Meeting @ Krave Kurt H Heisler 2023-04-24 04:00:00Z 0

Lunch Speaker - Bookends

Join us for lunch this week as our speakers will be new owners of Bookends,  Jillian Hartline and Lauren Tiedemann.
 
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Pancake Breakfast Kurt Heisler 2023-04-14 04:00:00Z 0

Thank you Andrew

Thank you to Andrew for hosting us for lunch at Kid's Corner and sharing the history and updates of the organization.  Happy 40th Anniversary, Kids Corner!
 
Thank you Andrew Kurt Heisler 2023-04-14 04:00:00Z 0
No Lunch Meeting This Week Kurt Heisler 2023-04-14 04:00:00Z 0
Music MAYnia Volunteers Needed Kurt Heisler 2023-04-14 04:00:00Z 0
Lunch Meeting - Superintendent of Winchester Public Schools Kurt Heisler 2023-04-10 04:00:00Z 0

New Interact Officers

The Winchester High School Interact Club elected new officers for the next school year.  Big thanks to the outgoing officers for an outstanding year!
 
 
New Interact Officers Kurt Heisler 2023-04-10 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Sponsored Summer Concerts Kurt Heisler 2023-04-07 04:00:00Z 0

Earth Day Volunteer - April 22nd

The Winchester Conservation Commission, The Winchester Cultural District, and The Griffin Museum of Photography are hosting

Aberjona River Day  Saturday, April 22, 2023, Earth Day, 9 AM - 12PM, rain or shine.

Meet at the SW corner of Mystic Valley Parkway and Main St. across from the Unitarian Church.

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Dwelling Place Volunteer

We had a successful Dwelling Place volunteer event!  The Interact members and Rotarians served dinner to an appreciative client base.  Thanks, everyone for your support! 
 
 
More pictures here...
Dwelling Place Volunteer Kurt Heisler 2023-04-03 04:00:00Z 0
Board Meeting - Wednesday Kurt H Heisler 2023-04-03 04:00:00Z 0

Welcome John Carroll

Welcome new member, John Carroll.  John is the new president of Winchester Savings Bank and has been active in other Rotary clubs.  We are excited to welcome him to Winchester and our club!
 
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School of the World

Winchester High School students Julia Valcourt and Dillon Keogh recently returned from Panama, where they spent a week building a new school for 50 students.  Our club was a sponsor of their trip, and glad to see these students commit themselves to international service. 
 
 Check out more pictures...
 
 
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Winton Club - Community Event Kurt Heisler 2023-03-27 04:00:00Z 0
Dwelling Place - This Week's Speaker Kurt Heisler 2023-03-26 04:00:00Z 0
Mission of Deeds Volunteer- April 15th Kurt Heisler 2023-03-20 04:00:00Z 0
Lunch Speaker - Blue Sel Sun Power Solar Kurt Heisler 2023-03-20 04:00:00Z 0

St. Patrick's Day Lunch 2023

Happy St. Patrick's Day!  We celebrated with our grand master of ceremony Jack Kean and Larry Murray, with great music from the fantastic group.  Slainte!
 
 
St. Patrick's Day Lunch 2023 Kurt Heisler 2023-03-17 04:00:00Z 0

New Member Orientation

Calling on new members in the past six months, please join us for an evening of learning more about Rotary.  This will be at the Service Meeting on Tuesday, March 21st, at 5:30 pm at Krave.  We hope to see you there!
 
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St. Patrick's Day Lunch Kurt Heisler 2023-03-13 04:00:00Z 0

Support The Dwelling Place

The Winchester High School Interact Club and the Winchester Rotary Club are serving a meal at the Dwelling Place in Woburn. We will be serving meatball subs, salad, dessert, and drinks. We would greatly appreciate donations for these items. Please review the available slots below and click the button to sign up. Once signed up, please deliver the food (warm if applicable) to the Woburn Methodist Church (523 Main Street, Woburn) by 4 pm on March 27th. Enter at the door on the right of the building.

Also, if any Rotarians would like to volunteer at the event from 4-6 pm on March 27th, there is a slot to sign up below.

Thank you for your support!

Sign Up Here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040f4faaaa2da7f94-thedwelling#/

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Lunch Speaker - Swim Winchester Kurt Heisler 2023-03-06 05:00:00Z 0
Town Day Pancake Breakfast Comm. Sign Up Kurt Heisler 2023-02-21 05:00:00Z 0

Patrick Collins  - Lunch Speaking 

Join us this week for lunch, as new member Patrick Collins will introduce himself to the club with a classification presentation. Hope to see you Thursday!  
 
Check out Patrick's Charity, Friends of Boston's Homeless @ http://www.fobh.org
 
Patrick Collins - Lunch Speaking Kurt Heisler 2023-02-21 05:00:00Z 0

Welcome Baby Vera

We have a new junior Rotarian, Leighanne Taylor, and her husband welcome baby Vera Taylor on January 29th.  Congrats!  All are doing great.  
 
Welcome Baby Vera Kurt H Heisler 2023-02-21 05:00:00Z 0

Bags of Love Success

Over 100 local veterans and seniors we showered with love for Valentine's Day with the Intergenerational Project.  Our club gave financial support, and Paula worked with the Interact club, Enka, the Jenks, and Meals on Wheels to share the love.  Great job!
 
 
Check out more pictures...
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Joining Rotary

Interested in joining Winchester Rotary Club?  
 
 
The Winchester Rotary introduced the potential of Rotary to new people who want to make a difference in their community.  However, for many, the traditional service club model of required weekly meetings just doesn't fit into the busy lives we all live today. So Winchester Rotary created two new membership levels.
 
A Service Membership has fewer meeting requirements, lower membership fees, and evening meeting options.
 
A Corporate Membership is very similar to our traditional membership option. The principal corporate member gets all of the benefits included with a traditional membership, along with the flexibility to send a designee/associate to meetings that he/she cannot attend each month.  Corporate members may also bring associates to help at Rotary service projects.  We encourage all principal corporate members to attend at least one monthly meeting.
Joining Rotary Kurt Heisler 2023-02-15 05:00:00Z 0
Scholarship Programs Kurt Heisler 2023-02-15 05:00:00Z 0
Melanoma Education Speaking this Week Kurt Heisler 2023-02-13 05:00:00Z 0
TuTu Desks - Charity of the Quarter Kurt Heisler 2023-02-13 05:00:00Z 0
Bags of Love Kurt Heisler 2023-02-06 05:00:00Z 0

100th Anniversary Project Ideas!

Put on your thinking caps and start sending ideas for a fantastic project for our 100th Anniversary.  
 
The submission form is located on our website and please send all completed forms to Jack Kean:  jackkean@comcast.net
 
100th Anniversary Project Ideas! Kurt Heisler 2023-02-06 05:00:00Z 0

Griffin Museum - New Grant

The board approved a grant for the Griffin Museum to improve the Rotary Terrace with new lighting. 
 
Griffin Museum - New Grant Kurt Heisler 2023-02-06 05:00:00Z 0
Lunch Speaker - David Campbell 2023-02-06 05:00:00Z 0

District President's Training

Incoming President Paula Michienzi just completed District PETS training.  Joining her at the conference was current Co-President Kurt Heisler.  Both came back inspired for 2023 and with new ideas from other district clubs.  And thankful for how strong our Winchester Rotary club is!
 
District President's Training Kurt Heisler 2023-01-30 05:00:00Z 0
Rotary Leadership Training Kurt Heisler 2023-01-30 05:00:00Z 0
Join us for Lunch - Annual Meeting this week Kurt Heisler 2023-01-30 05:00:00Z 0

Club Runner App

Calling all members!  Make sure you have downloaded the Club Runner App to your phone and have easy access to club members, meeting schedules, and more.  It's free in the app stores!
 
Club Runner App Kurt H Heisler 2023-01-23 05:00:00Z 0
Lunch Speaker this Week Kurt Heisler 2023-01-23 05:00:00Z 0

Welcome New Members

This past week we welcomed two new members; Patrick Collins and Elizabeth Schreiber.
 
 
Welcome New Members Kurt Heisler 2023-01-23 05:00:00Z 0
Jenks Center - Speaker This Week Kurt Heisler 2023-01-17 05:00:00Z 0

February Service Meeting @ Krave

The Service Meeting will be on Wednesday, February 15th, at 5:30 at Krave, in the Whole Foods Mall.  All are welcome to join!
 
February Service Meeting @ Krave Kurt H Heisler 2023-01-09 05:00:00Z 0
FINAL WEEK! Interacts Belts and Bags Drive Kurt Heisler 2023-01-09 05:00:00Z 0
MLK Day of Service Kurt H Heisler 2023-01-09 05:00:00Z 0
Welcome New Members Kurt Heisler 2023-01-09 05:00:00Z 0
Lunch Speaker - Nepal's Great Himalaya Trial Kurt Heisler 2023-01-09 05:00:00Z 0
Service Meeting @ Krave this month Kurt H Heisler 2023-01-09 05:00:00Z 0
Lunch - Thursday Jan. 5th - Winchester Cultural Dist. Speaker Kurt Heisler 2023-01-02 05:00:00Z 0
Resolutions for 2023 Kurt Heisler 2023-01-02 05:00:00Z 0
Lunch Speaker This Week - Council of Social Concern Kurt Heisler 2022-12-19 05:00:00Z 0
Christmas Party Photos Kurt Heisler 2022-12-16 05:00:00Z 0
Pictures from Winchester Housing Authority Holiday Meals Kurt H Heisler 2022-12-11 05:00:00Z 0

Last Call - Rotary Foundation

We have raised over $3000 during Foundation Month!!!
 
Thank you to everyone who has given generously during our drive.  Your giving supports great international programs like the one Gail worked on.
 
"Help Rotarians Help Others"
 
 
You can still give at:  https://www.rotary.org/en/donate
Last Call - Rotary Foundation Kurt Heisler 2022-12-11 05:00:00Z 0
Steve Mix - New Paul Harris Award Kurt Heisler 2022-12-11 05:00:00Z 0
Santa has arrived to the Rotary! Kurt Heisler 2022-11-28 05:00:00Z 0

Mission of Deeds - Linen Giving Project

The Service Members have given comforters, blankets, and sheet sets to Mission of Deeds annually.  Katie Hefferon has spearheaded this project as the power shopper on Black Friday.  
 
This year we purchased the following:
  •  53 comforters 
  •  59 sets of sheets
  •  22 blankets
We provide a warm winter for needy families and Mission of Deeds!
 
 
 
Mission of Deeds - Linen Giving Project Kurt Heisler 2022-11-28 05:00:00Z 0
Concert for Kids! Winchester Community Music School Kurt Heisler 2022-11-28 05:00:00Z 0

Thanksgiving Baskets

Winchester Rotary again sponsored The Council of Social Concern's Food Pantry Annual Holiday Food Project for people in need who reside in Woburn and Winchester.  Our club sponsored 15 baskets this year!  

Thanksgiving Baskets Kurt Heisler 2022-11-22 05:00:00Z 0

Thankful

As we give thanks this week, Brian and I want to thank all members for making Winchester Rotary a success!
 
Highlights for the week:
 
1.  November is Rotary Foundation month, and we have a goal of 100% participation.   Celebrate Giving Tuesday by giving here:  https://my.rotary.org/en/giving-tuesday
 
2.  Join the virtual Winter Coat Drive for Mission of Deeds here:  https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1PT06GS1PDFS5?ref_=wl_share
 
3.  Captain's Lunch was a huge success!  Thank you to all that helped organize it.  Check out coverage from Channel 25 HERE
 
4.  Mark your calendar for the Christmas Party on December 15th at the Winchester Country Club.
 
5.  Happy Thanksgiving!
 
Thankful Kurt Heisler 2022-11-22 05:00:00Z 0
Watch Captains Lunch on Fox 25 Kurt Heisler 2022-11-22 05:00:00Z 0

Woburn - Winchester Captains Lunch

 
Over 70 people joined the Winchester - Woburn Rotary Clubs' annual Football Captain's Lunch to celebrate the upcoming high school football game on Thanksgiving.  Mark Ockerbloom from Channel 25 Fox was a great guest speaker.  Thank you, Jack Kean and team, for organizing a great event! Go Red and Black!
Woburn - Winchester Captains Lunch Kurt Heisler 2022-11-17 05:00:00Z 0

Final Days of Foundation Giving!

Woburn may have won on the football field but let’s beat The Woburn Rotary Club in giving to The Foundation. They’re ahead so far!
 
November is Rotary Foundation Month, and our club has a goal of 100% participation. Gail is leading us in ensuring we all know how important and easy it is to be a part of the excellent work of the Rotary Foundation.
 
Sign Up and Give Here:  https://www.rotary.org/en/donate
 
Check out the impact of the Foundation on our members...
Final Days of Foundation Giving! Kurt Heisler 2022-11-15 05:00:00Z 0
Great job! - Virtual Coat Drive Kurt Heisler 2022-11-04 04:00:00Z 0

Engineers without Borders

Our lunch speaker this week is from Engineers Without Borders.  Please join us!!
 
 
Engineers Without Borders is an organization that harnesses the talents of the engineering community to provide for the infrastructure needs of domestic and international communities. Our chapter is currently engaged in multiple water, education, and agricultural projects in Tanzania and in the US, activities that align with the mission of the Rotary Club.
 
Engineers without Borders Kurt Heisler 2022-10-31 04:00:00Z 0
Interact Cafe on Oct 26th Kurt Heisler 2022-10-26 04:00:00Z 0
Wildflowers for Kids Kurt Heisler 2022-10-26 04:00:00Z 0
Shayne's Shining Stars Christmas Fundraiser Kurt Heisler 2022-10-20 04:00:00Z 0
World Polio Day Kurt Heisler 2022-10-20 04:00:00Z 0

No Meeting the Thursday 10/20

No meeting this week, October 20th, because of the golf tournament.
 
The next meeting, is Thursday, October 27th.  Our speaker will be Audrey Loria from Wildflower for Kids.  Their mission is to support children who have experienced the death of a parent.  
No Meeting the Thursday 10/20 Kurt Heisler 2022-10-18 04:00:00Z 0
Successful Golf Tournament Kurt Heisler 2022-10-17 04:00:00Z 0
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Over 10,000 Meals Packed!

We did it!!  Over 10,000 meals were packed for Rise Against Hunger.  Thank you to all volunteers for coming out for a great evening.  Check out the pictures!
 
Over 10,000 Meals Packed! Kurt Heisler 2022-09-22 04:00:00Z 0

D.E.and I Committee members needed!!

As most of you know, our new International Rotary President, Jennifer Jones, has committed to building a Rotary world "where people unite and take action to create lasting change." In support of this goal, Rotary Clubs are reviewing their current and establishing new operating programs and procedures to value diversity and celebrate the contributions of people of all backgrounds, regardless of their age, ethnicity, race, color, abilities, religion, socioeconomic status, culture, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Our Rotary District 7930 has been incredibly proactive in developing programs, policies, procedures, and specific aggressive recruitment efforts to ensure that our membership represents the diverse environment we serve. Many activities are already in place and available for implementation and internal/external communication. Before doing that, we need a formal document confirming our commitment to D, E, and I and identifying the necessary actions and activities for its success.
So, I am reaching out to you, our members, and asking for volunteers who want to work with me and others to implement a competitive D.E and I policy program. I am available to discuss this with individual members or small groups if you are interested in serving on this committee. I may be reached at: walsh424@verizon.net. Please include a contact number or address where I may call you. 
Thank you! Exciting times are ahead!  
Marnee Walsh, Chair, D.E.and I.
walsh424@verizon.net
D.E.and I Committee members needed!! Kurt Heisler 2022-08-29 04:00:00Z 0
Community Day at Farmer's Market - Volunteer Kurt Heisler 2022-08-29 04:00:00Z 0
No Lunch Meeting on September 1st Kurt Heisler 2022-08-29 04:00:00Z 0
Congratulations 2022 - 2023 Interact Officers Linda Doucette 2022-07-13 04:00:00Z 0

Pancake Breakfast 2022

 
THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HELPED 
AND ATTENDED !!!
 
        Start this year's Town Day
           with some Rotary Pancakes !
        Saturday June 4th, 8 - 11:00 AM
Pancake Breakfast 2022 Linda Doucette 2022-05-24 04:00:00Z 0
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS ! ! Linda Doucette 2022-03-16 04:00:00Z 0
Congratulations to our 2021 Scholarship Winners Linda Doucette 2021-06-10 04:00:00Z 0
Interact Officers 2021 - 2022 Linda Doucette 2021-06-10 04:00:00Z 0
RISE AGAINST HUNGER Linda Doucette 2021-03-28 04:00:00Z 0
John Sullivan - A Friend of Rotary Linda Doucette 2021-02-07 05:00:00Z 0
Congratulations Rotary 2020 Scholarship Recipients Linda Doucette 2020-08-25 04:00:00Z 0
Remembrance of George Vrotsos Linda Doucette 2020-08-03 04:00:00Z 0
It’s Official ! Linda J. (Arcuri) Doucette 2020-07-15 04:00:00Z 0

THANK YOU !

WE NEVER IMAGINED THAT THE 2019 - 2020 ROTARY YEAR WOULD BE ASSOCIATED WITH A PANDEMIC.  
THANK YOU FELLOW ROTARY MEMBERS
FOR ATTENDING OUR MEETINGS HELD AT THE PARISH HALL , SERVICE  PROJECTS,  CELEBRATIONS,  FUNDRAISERS,  ZOOM  MEETINGS , AND ALSO READING THE NEWSLETTERS ( I KNOW WHO YOU ARE )
LINDA
 
Congratulations  P E Jeff Wheeler ! ! !
THANK YOU ! 2020-06-25 04:00:00Z 0
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2020 Golf Tournament 

The Rotary Club of Winchester  
32nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament
May 18, 2020 - CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19
 
Thank you for your continued support
2020 Golf Tournament Linda Doucette 2020-05-08 04:00:00Z 0

POLAR PLUNGE...THANK YOU

Thank you for your support ! ! !
 
Rotary District 7930 (eastern Massachusetts & southern New Hampshire) held its 10th Annual Polar Plunge to Eradicate Polio on February 29, 2020 ). We plunged into the frigid waters of the Atlantic Ocean at Long Beach in Gloucester at 11am.
 
All Polar Plunge donations were be matched 2:1 by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
 
The preferred method is for member to make a donation
 
 
 
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Second Annual Paul Harris Community Award

 
The Winchester Rotary Club is pleased to announce that Sherman W. " Whip"  Saltmarsh is the recipient of the second annual Honorable Paul Harris Fellow Award. 
 
The award is bestowed upon a member of the Winchester community, who is currently not a Rotarian and who meets the high professional and personal standards
set forth by Paul Harris, the founder of Rotary.
 
The Paul Harris Fellowship Award is one of the highest honors Rotary can give to an individual.  In addition to the recipients recognition exemplifying the highest ideals that Rotary
places in " SERVICE ABOVE SELF " ; this award also includes a donation of $ 1000, in the recipient's name to the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International which supports Rotary world - wide programs.
 
The Selection criteria are specifically centered around:
- Involvement with humanitarian service activities, and programs,
- Active participation to help others and
- Demonstrated personal volunteer efforts.
 
The Award will be presented at the regularly scheduled luncheon on Thursday, December 12th at Hadley Hall, Parish of the Epiphany, 70 Church St., Winchester, MA.
 
Submitted by Rotary Member Jack Kean
 
 
Second Annual Paul Harris Community Award Jack Kean 2019-11-24 05:00:00Z 0
Remembrance of John Finamore Jorge Lopez 2019-07-19 04:00:00Z 0

PASSING OF THE GAVEL 2019 - 2020

 
 
 
The Gavel has been passed ..
Congratulations to
Rich Mucci , Past President 2018 - 2019
                 and Incoming
President Linda Doucette 2019 - 2020
PASSING OF THE GAVEL 2019 - 2020 Linda Doucette 2018-06-25 04:00:00Z 0

CONGRATULATION JACK KEAN !

We are proud to hear that
JACK KEAN
has been chosen as
the Winchester
Rotarian of the Year !
Jack, along with other District 7930
Club Members will be honored at the
District Installation at Danversport Yacht Club on June 14th
CONGRATULATION JACK KEAN ! Linda Doucette 2018-06-05 04:00:00Z 0
NEW MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS FOR BUSY VOLUNTEERS Linda Doucette 2018-05-05 04:00:00Z 0

Deane Kenny Stryker

We are all aware of the tragic event that took the life of
Deane Kenny Stryker,
past member of our Interact Club.
Our thoughts and prayers go out
to her Family and Friends
along with the staff of the Winchester Library
and those individuals affected.
 
 
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Remembering Al Hovannesian

For most in the room today the name  Albert "Al" Hovannesian has no significance. If you were told he was a Past President of this club you could research the club site, find the list of past presidents and find the name Hovannesian at number 45 out of 90 and that's about all the information available. I would like to give you a little insight into who Al was besides a name on a list....

 
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2016 Polar Plunge for Polio 2016-01-13 00:00:00Z 0

Remembering Jim Beck

Jack Kean spoke about Jim Beck at today's luncheon. For those of you unable to attend, here is what Jack had to say in rememberance of Jim Beck. 
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Rotary’s holiday display at Quill Rotary 2014-12-11 00:00:00Z 0

2015 Polar Plunge

2015 Polar Plunge on Saturday, April 11, 2015 @ Gloucester
(Note New Date)
The Polar Plunge Committee has been hard at work to make the 2015 Plunge the best ever! We hope to not only increase the number of participants, but also to raise over $125,000 to help eradicate Polio. With the help of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and their 2 to 1 match, we can provide over 625,000 vaccinations.
 
 
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