Bristol Lodge Soup Kitchen - Supper is served for 40-80 people every evening at 5:00 p.m. About half of those served are residents of the Bristol Lodge Shelters for men and women.   Local community and church groups cook and serve the meals provided at the soup kitchen. The Rotary Club of Weston and Wayland is one of the groups that provide warm, hearty meals to those in need.

ZOOM LINK

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Meeting ID: 874 6090 8286
Passcode: 02493

This week, we will share details about our Pints for Polio fundraiser at Craft Food Hall, Waltham, on October 23. Don’t miss it!

We will also hear from Members, Elizabeth Messina and Liz Karigianis, about a Curling Event scheduled for Tuesday, November 11!!  A fun outing for all!!

World Polio Day – October 24 | One Day. One Focus: Ending Polio
World Polio Day is a time for Rotary members, public health advocates, and all who support a polio-free world to come together. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the progress made in the fight against polio and to discuss the actions needed to eradicate it for good.

Please join us for a special presentation with Dan O’Neill,
Veterans Service Officer and Director of the West Suburban Veterans District.

Dan will share insights into the vital role of a Veterans Service Officer explaining how he supports veterans and their families in Weston and offering a closer look at the veterans who call our town home.

About the West Suburban Veterans District:
“Our goal is to assist veterans and their families in obtaining the benefits and services to which they are entitled.”

Weston's Annual Veterans Day Ceremony

The annual Veterans Day Ceremony, held to honor our Veterans, First Responders, and supporting families, will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024, at 11 a.m. in the Sears Auditorium in Town Hall. The assembly will start at 10:45 a.m. 

Veteran Speaker: Ashley Flynn, a decorated United States Navy veteran who served honorably for ten years as an Active-Duty
Nurse Corps Officer.  Her distinguished service earned her several commendations, including the Navy and Marine Corps
Commendation Medal, the Joint Service Achievement Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.

Music by John Egan, violist, has been sharing his love of music with audiences and listeners for over two decades.

All are welcome!! 

Special Event at Broomstones Curling Club in Wayland!

Our fellow member, Elizabeth Messina, has graciously arranged a fun afternoon of curling and dinner for us at her club.  On ice instruction and a short game will be from 2pm to 4pm followed by appetizers and home-made turkey chilli for dinner from 4pm - 5pm.  You may either sign up for the on-ice time as well as dinner for $80 or come to watch (no on ice instruction and game) and enjoy appetizers and dinner with everyone for $15.  Broomstones also has a full bar if you wish to buy alcoholic or non-alcoholic bevarages.  More details will be sent to those who sign up by 11/1/25.

Broomstones Curling Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that promotes curling by operating a 4 sheet club in Wayland, MA.  Our thriving member-driven organization makes us one of the largest clubs in the U.S. With a rich heritage and a vibrant youth program, we not only folster top-notch curlers that have captured World Championships, but we are also a diverse, welcoming community for the humble curler to enjoy a casual league game.

Join us at Land’s Sake Farm on Sunday, November 16, at 12:00 PM to tour the grounds and help set-up for this year’s Holiday Tree Sale.

Volunteer Opportunity!

You’re invited to join us for an outdoor Rotary Holiday Tree Sale set-up.

On Sunday, November 16th, we’ll be setting up the Christmas Tree Lot at Land’s Sake Farm. Come lend a hand, enjoy some fresh air, and help us get ready for one of our favorite annual traditions.

We’ll also walk the grounds together to review the layout for this year’s Holiday Tree Sale, a great opportunity to see where everything will go, share ideas, and connect with fellow members and friends!

Details:
Sunday, November 16, 2025
12:00–3:00 PM
Land’s Sake Farm

Please register here or sign up on the Christmas Tree Sale signup list.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Bristol Lodge Soup Kitchen - Supper is served for 40-80 people every evening at 5:00 p.m. About half of those served are residents of the Bristol Lodge Shelters for men and women.   Local community and church groups cook and serve the meals provided at the soup kitchen. The Rotary Club of Weston and Wayland is one of the groups that provide warm, hearty meals to those in need.

The Rotary Rising Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) program identifies high potential, community-oriented students with leadership potential. They are also encouraged to apply to represent Wayland and Weston at the 2024 Rotary Youth Leadership Academy, a 2.5-day leadership conference at Fitchburg State University in late June. In years past, approximately 200 students along with 200 volunteers take part in this weekend conference.

Light dinner and refreshments will be served. Please register and then you can contribute $15/person through our dedicated Rotary Payments page, or with a check, credit card or cash at the event. 

Registration is required by 12:00 pm, Wednesday, November 19.

This week we will hear from Member John Marchiony.  John's been very busy this year because he's been involved with Adaptive Sports New England as the Board Chair. Adaptive Sports New England is devoted to helping more people with mobility and visual disabilities to play more sports more often. 

John met founder Joe Walsh at Dartmouth College and followed him into many activities and adventures, and may have learned the most valuable lessons atop the 35-foot-tall snow sculptures they helped build. 

John lived in the same dorm as Diana Golden, who was inducted into the International Women’s Sports Hall of Fame with a citation that read: “She persuaded the ski world to treat all athletes the same, regardless of ability or, in her case, disability.” This perspective, along with Adaptive Sports New England’s mantra of “more sports, more often, closer to home” guides John’s engagement.

John, who'll be joined by Joe Walsh at our Rotary Club meeting, is excited to share the mission, highlights, and invitations to engage with Adaptive Sports New England and its community of athletes and families. 

Join us on Zoom if you are unable to attend in person:

ZOOM LINK

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Meeting ID: 874 6090 8286
Passcode: 02493

You’re Invited to a Magical Holiday Celebration!

🎄✨ Step into the holiday season with us at the beautifully decorated Weston Golf Club Ballroom, where every detail is straight out of a festive movie scene. Picture a grand Christmas tree sparkling and a crackling fireplace, casting a warm, cozy glow that brings the holiday spirit to life! Gather your family and friends and join us for an evening filled with laughter, joy, and togetherness as we celebrate this wonderful time of year.

Event Details:

Cocktail Hour & Hors d’oeuvres - 6:00-6:45 pm

Dinner - 7:00 pm

Date: Thursday, December 11, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: The Weston Golf Club, 275 Meadowbrook Road, Weston

Cost: $75 per person (Cash bar available

To our cherished Guests:  Registration & Payment: Appreciated by December 7 at 6:00 PM.

🎁 Rotary Speed Swap - Participation Encouraged, but optional! 🎁

Bring a gift—something serious or something silly! (suggested value around $25)—and join in the joyful Rotary Speed Swap! Pick a gift, open it at your table, and delight in the surprise. If it’s not quite what you were hoping for, you’ll have a one-time chance to swap it for another gift. 

For those looking to share the spirit of the season, you may also choose to donate a $25 gift card to support the Middlesex Health Services Authority (MHSA) in Waltham. These contributions will go toward gift cards for families in need, helping to brighten their holiday season.

🎶 Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable together!  

Peace on Earth to you and yours. 🕊

REMINDER: WESTON GOLF CLUB DRESS CODE

General Rules:

Men & Boys:

• Need to wear a collared shirt
• Slacks or Bermuda-length shorts allowed

Everyone:

• Not allowed - blue jeans/denim - women may wear neat, untorn, white denim jeans or 5-pocket style slacks in any color except blue denim.
• Neither hats nor caps are to be worn in the Clubhouse.
• Shirts are to be tucked in.
• Not allowed - Cargo shorts, cargo pants, yoga pants, torn clothing, tennis shorts, tank tops, halter tops, and racerbacks.

Bristol Lodge Soup Kitchen - Supper is served for 40-80 people every evening at 5:00 p.m. About half of those served are residents of the Bristol Lodge Shelters for men and women.   Local community and church groups cook and serve the meals provided at the soup kitchen. The Rotary Club of Weston and Wayland is one of the groups that provide warm, hearty meals to those in need.

Join us for a social gathering at 110 Grill to start off the New Year!

Please register so we know how many seats to reserve.

See you there!

Bristol Lodge Soup Kitchen - Supper is served for 40-80 people every evening at 5:00 p.m. About half of those served are residents of the Bristol Lodge Shelters for men and women.   Local community and church groups cook and serve the meals provided at the soup kitchen. The Rotary Club of Weston and Wayland is one of the groups that provide warm, hearty meals to those in need.

ALL MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!

Johnny is a native of Lowell, MA and completed two combat tours (Kuwait and Iraq) in the United States Army during his ten years of active-duty service. After completing his military service, he earned his bachelor’s degree in Deaf Studies Specialization from Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., the world’s only university in which all programs and services are specifically designed for Deaf or Hard of Hearing Students. 

In late 2017, Johnny returned to Massachusetts to open the first Aroma Joe’s franchise in the state along with his business partners, Kevin Ahern and Brad Pacheco. The trio opened their second location in Tewksbury in July of 2021 and are looking forward to expanding the company throughout North Central Massachusetts. 

Since joining Rotary, Johnny was selected as the Rotarian of the Year (2019-2020) in this home club of Leominster, he was awarded the Helen Hill Patriotic Award from the City of Leominster (2020) and received a Distinguished Young Professional Award from the Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce (2022). In addition to his role as club president, he is also a member of the District Public Image Committee, member of the District Rotary Day of Service Committee, member of the Rotary Fellowship of Military Veterans, and member of the Rotary LGBT+ Fellowship.

Please join us on Zoom and welcome our speakers from the Weston Middle School Girl Scouts!

Zoom Link:

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Meeting ID: 874 6090 8286

Passcode: 02493

Ava Muzila is an 8th grader at Weston Middle School. She is an activist on numerous issues and recently testified in favor of a bill to ban rodenticides in Massachusetts. She enjoys working on her Girl Scouts Silver Award and stays busy with crocheting, drawing, robotics, and playing with her pets.

Lauren Lau is currently a 7th grader at Weston Middle School. She has been in Girl Scouts since Kindergarten and is currently working on her Girl Scout Silver Award Project to raise awareness about SGAR Rodenticides and alternative solutions. Lauren also enjoys playing the viola, diving, and reading.

Alyson Muzila is a 26-year resident of Weston who has been engaged in the local community in various ways. She is a longtime volunteer for the Weston Schools and town, serving as a member of the Weston School Committee, a sustainability and inclusion advocate, a 12-year board member of Land’s Sake, and as a board member of organizations devoted to autism, inclusion, in the larger community as a board member of autism, media, and conservation-related organizations. Alyson and her husband Peter have 4 children.

All are welcome to join us!

Bristol Lodge Soup Kitchen - Supper is served for 40-80 people every evening at 5:00 p.m. About half of those served are residents of the Bristol Lodge Shelters for men and women.   Local community and church groups cook and serve the meals provided at the soup kitchen. The Rotary Club of Weston and Wayland is one of the groups that provide warm, hearty meals to those in need.

Bring Your Service Project Ideas!

You asked, and we’re listening.

At this week’s meeting, we’ll be brainstorming new service project ideas, and we want your input!  We’re especially interested in hearing what our newest members are passionate about. With the support and experience of our longer-standing members, we can turn your ideas into meaningful action.

Rotary District 7910 has set aside funds for new service projects, so please come prepared with any ideas you may have, big or small, for projects our club could take on this term and next.

Your ideas help shape what we do together. We’re excited to hear your thoughts and collaborate to make a positive impact.

Please remember to register, and we look forward to seeing you at the meeting on the 19th!

All are welcome to join us.

Rotarians and Friends,

You’re Invited: Pickleball Night at Bosse Sports Lounge!

Join us for a fun and social evening at Bosse, where you and your guests can enjoy pickleball, shuffleboard, golf simulators, and the darts lounge. (Please note - this is a 21+ event.)

We have reserved two pickleball courts. When registering, please indicate in the comments section if you plan to play so we can ensure everyone has time on the courts.  Tennis shoes and athletic wear are great! 

All are welcome, the more, the merrier! We hope you’ll join us for a night of great company, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs.

Event Details:
📅 Thursday, March 5
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 310 Speen Street, Natick, MA

A Zoom meeting you will not want to miss!!!

This week we will be meeting on Zoom with an amazing former member of the Rotary Club of Weston & Wayland, Michael Dexter-Smith, who will be joining us from Western North Carolina to share exciting news about a new Youth Hub coming to Rosman, a small and economically challenged town in Appalachia.

The Brevard Rotary is leading this transformational three-year initiative, a $1 million investment in Appalachian youth. Through this effort, they have acquired and developed the TenTwentySix Youth Hub in Rosman, creating a dedicated space designed to support, inspire, and empower young people in the community.

 Michael Dexter-Smith describes himself as an Entrepreneurial Philanthropist, someone who builds ventures with purpose and applies business discipline to community impact. Over the past decade, Michael has devoted much of his time to community leadership. 

As President of his Rotary Club in Hawaii, he led membership growth from 40 to nearly 90 members, making it the second largest club in the Hawaiian Islands

After relocating to Transylvania County, North Carolina, he helped grow the Rotary Club of Brevard from 9 to more than 50 members, focused squarely on measurable community impact. The club emphasizes action over ceremony, just meaningful work in the community.

Michael currently serves as Treasurer of the Rotary Club and its Foundation and is Chapter Chair for SCORE Western North Carolina.

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Bristol Lodge Soup Kitchen - Supper is served for 40-80 people every evening at 5:00 p.m. About half of those served are residents of the Bristol Lodge Shelters for men and women.   Local community and church groups cook and serve the meals provided at the soup kitchen. The Rotary Club of Weston and Wayland is one of the groups that provide warm, hearty meals to those in need.

The Rotary Rising Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) program identifies high potential, community-oriented students with leadership potential.

They are also encouraged to apply to represent Wayland and Weston at the 2026 Rotary Youth Leadership Academy, a 2.5-day leadership conference at Fitchburg State University in late June. In years past, approximately 200 students along with 200 volunteers take part in this weekend conference.

Please register by Tuesday, March 17, 12:00 pm.

Thank you

Bring Your Service Project Ideas Part 2!

We had some great conversations at our first service project ideas meeting, and now we’re excited to build on that momentum. At our April 2 dinner meeting, we’ll move into a second phase continuing the conversation and shaping the projects that will define our impact together.

If you couldn’t attend the first session, this is the perfect opportunity to jump in. Your ideas, perspective, and voice truly matter, and we would love to have every member in the room.

This is your chance to engage, connect, and help guide what we do as a club. We strongly encourage everyone to attend, your participation makes a difference.

Please remember to register, and we look forward to seeing you on April 2. All are welcome to join us.

Note: Rotary District 7910 has set aside funds for new service projects, so come prepared with any ideas you may have, big or small, for projects our club could take on this term and next.

Having issues with logging in and registering in ClubRunner for dinner and events?  Then this Zoom meeting is for you!

6:30-7:00 pm

Zoom Link:

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Meeting ID: 874 6090 8286

Passcode: 02493