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29th Annual Weston & Wayland Rotary Antique & Classic Car Show Returns September 26

Get ready for one of Weston's favorite fall traditions! The Rotary Club of Weston-Wayland is excited to welcome the community to the 29th Annual Antique & Classic Car Show on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at 11 Town House Road, Weston.

Whether you're a lifelong car enthusiast, a proud classic car owner, or simply looking for a fun family outing, this year's show promises something for everyone. More than 225 antique, classic, and specialty vehicles are expected to fill Town Hall Road, with thousands of visitors coming together to admire everything from vintage American muscle cars and elegant European classics to unique collector vehicles and historic race cars like Ferraris, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguars, Rolls-Royces, Chevrolets, Studebakers, Fords, and countless other automotive favorites.

More than just a spectacular car show, this event is one of the Rotary Club's largest annual fundraisers. Thanks to the incredible support of participants, sponsors, volunteers, and attendees, the show has raised more than $712,000 over its first 28 years. Every dollar of net proceeds supports Rotary educational scholarships and community service projects that make a lasting difference both locally and around the world.

While you're enjoying the cars, be sure to stop by the famous Rotary Grill for lunch, featuring coffee, donuts, hamburgers, hot dogs, soft drinks, and plenty of fellowship. It's truly an event for all ages—from kids seeing their first classic car to lifelong collectors sharing stories with friends.

Classic and antique vehicle owners are invited to register and display their cars. Vehicle entry begins at 8:00 AM, with judging starting at 10:00 AM. Pre-registration is welcome, or simply arrive Saturday morning before judging begins.

Join us on September 26 for a day filled with incredible automobiles, great food, wonderful friends, and community spirit. We look forward to celebrating the 29th year of this beloved tradition with you!

CAR REGISTRATION FORM

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Event Details

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Rain or Shine)
Location: 11 Town House Road, Weston, MA
Admission: $25 for show cars; spectators welcome throughout the day for a nominal fee
Purpose: Supporting Rotary educational scholarships and community service projects

We'll see you at the show!

Short-Term Exchange Update

Short‑Term Exchange Update/Spain Visit

Discovering another culture—and sharing your own—through Rotary’s Short‑Term Exchange Program (STEP). This is a 3–4 week family‑to‑family exchange that pairs local students with a host sibling of similar age and gender abroad. They live with their family while experiencing a new culture and language, and then both return to the U.S., where the student's family hosts them for the same period. A perfect option if they are curious about an exchange but not ready for a full-year exchange.

This summer, Irene Rodriguez Regis from Spain and Madeline Young from Weston enjoyed a wonderful four‑week cultural exchange, exploring daily life in the United States together and building a friendship that spans continents.

Their adventure continued on Sunday, July 19th—just hours after Spain’s thrilling World Cup victory—when the two boarded a flight to Spain for the second half of their exchange. They will spend the next four weeks experiencing Spanish culture, community, and family life.

We look forward to hearing about Madeline’s cultural experience in Spain at a club meeting this fall. Given Spain’s World Cup win and the energy of summer celebrations, we’re sure she’ll return with stories full of excitement, learning, and joy.

Installation of New President & Board

From our new President:

Dear Fellow Rotarians and Friends,

What a night.

Thursday's Installation Dinner at the Weston Golf Club was everything Rotary is about — fellowship, tradition, purpose, and joy. More than 60 members, guests, families, and friends filled the room, and the energy was extraordinary from the first welcome to the final handshake. On behalf of the entire incoming board, thank you for showing up, for celebrating with us, and for making the evening so memorable. To those who could not be with us — you were missed, and we look forward to welcoming you at our next gathering.

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AN EVENING TO REMEMBER
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Outgoing President Robert Blackburn opened the evening with grace and warmth, welcoming the audience and setting the tone for a smooth, celebratory transition. Brenda DeVito then gave an inspiring update on our Student Exchange Program, congratulating our current beneficiaries and offering heartfelt thanks to the dedicated host families who make it possible.

President Blackburn honored the outgoing directors and officers for their extraordinary service — including a special acknowledgment of Immediate Past President Vera Lucia Dias, who was unable to attend but whose leadership left a lasting mark on this Club. He then formally initiated the leadership transition, passing the gavel and presenting me with the president's pin.

I was deeply honored to accept — and to begin by presenting President Blackburn with the Past President's pin and a Rotary International plaque in recognition of a year of exceptional service. I then had the privilege of welcoming and pinning the incoming members of our new Board of Directors before delivering my presidential address.

As my first official act as President, I inducted Robert Finley, Esq., as the newest member of the Rotary Club of Weston and Wayland. Welcome, Robert — we are glad you are here.

This is a talented, committed, and energized team. I am proud to serve alongside each of them.

2026–2027 Board of Directors

Dr. Jimmy Belotte — President
Stanley David — President-Elect
Robert Blackburn — Immediate Past President
Valdet Abazi — Vice-President
Rob Mosher — Treasurer
Richard DeVito — Executive Secretary
Edwin Gaw — Secretary
Warren Green — Board Director
Katya Portnaya — Board Director
Brenda DeVito — Board Director
Joy Viola — Board Director
Paul Lualdi — Board Director
Janika LeMaitre — Board Director
Richard Devlin — Board Director

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OUR PRIORITIES FOR 2026–2027
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As I shared in my address, this year will be guided by one principle: build on our successes and be bold enough to evolve. Specifically, we will:

• GROW MEMBERSHIP — with renewed outreach, stronger onboarding, and a club culture that makes every member feel at home.

• DEEPEN COMMUNITY IMPACT — expanding our partnerships in Weston and Wayland and launching new projects that reflect the evolving needs of our communities.

• INVEST IN YOUTH — actively involving high school students in our programs through RYLA, Interact, the Children's Business Fair, and new leadership development initiatives.

• FOSTER SHARED LEADERSHIP — increasing member participation, honoring the wisdom of our senior members, and embracing the innovative energy of those who are newer to our ranks. The Rotary of today is not the Rotary of yesterday — and that is a strength, not a threat.

• CHAMPION POLIO ERADICATION — continuing our End Polio Now advocacy with new energy and visibility as your District Polio Chair steps into the presidency.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS — WHAT'S COMING
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ANTIQUE & CLASSIC CAR SHOW — September 2026
One of our most beloved community events returns. Details coming soon — start spreading the word!

PINTS FOR POLIO — October 2026
Our signature End Polio Now fundraiser is back. A great evening for a great cause. Stay tuned for the date and venue.

Last night reminded me of why I first fell in love with Rotary — not in a meeting room, but through the Rotary wheel on a water project in rural Haiti, and later through a Christmas Tree sale right here on Boston Post Road. This Club has given me a community, a purpose, and a home. I do not take that lightly.

Service Above Self — let's make it count.

With gratitude and in fellowship,

Dr. Jimmy Belotte

President 2026-2027