Events

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.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84202283565

Meeting ID: 842 0228 3565

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 these groups that provides warm and 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

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 these groups that provides warm and hearty meals to those in need.

2026 Theme “Our Power, Our Planet," focusing on reclaiming rights, voices, and futures through collective action for environmental protection, advocating for policies against polluters, and strengthening green economies. The theme emphasizes that real, ongoing progress comes from community-led innovation and action, not just policy, with calls for actions like voter registration, community cleanups, and advocating for renewable energy.  

We are proud to announce the 6th Annual Children's Business Fair! 

This inspiring event provides young entrepreneurs in our community with a unique opportunity to develop skills such as creativity, problem-solving, communication, and financial literacy—all while building their confidence and showcasing their talents.

VOLUNTEER HERE

Event Details:
 Date: Saturday, May 16, 2025
 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
 Location: Celebrate Weston (Weston Town Center)

How Can You Get Involved?

Encourage Young Entrepreneurs:
Know a child between the ages of 6–14 with an entrepreneurial spirit? Encourage them to take on the challenge of bringing their ideas to life by applying here:  Apply Now

Save the Date and Attend:
Mark your calendars for May 16th and join us at Celebrate Weston from 11 AM to 3 PM to support our amazing community of young business owners.

Spread the Word:
Help us grow! Share this event with friends, family, and peers.

Volunteer or Participate: VOLUNTEER HERE
Interested in volunteering or contributing in other ways? Reach out to me directly at afaigel@gmail.com

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 these groups that provides warm and hearty meals to those in need.

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 these groups that provides warm and hearty meals to those in need.