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Rotarians to raise restaurant funds

As a result of the coronavirus, the Rotary Club of Wellesley's annual Taste of Wellesley fundraiser has been cancelled. Consequently, in consideration with the club’s mission, the Rotarians hope to help support the local businesses in town who have graciously supported the club fundraising events in the past.

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WOW’s Chalmers encourages civic coordination

WOW’s Chalmers encourages civic coordination
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By Alex Oliveira Hometown Weekly Reporter World of Wellesley (WOW) President Michelle Chalmers addressed the Rotary Club of Wellesley last Tuesday night as part of a developing mission to unify the resources of Wellesley’s many civic groups. “There’s a lot of amazing organizations doing amazing things,” Chalmers said at the outset of her speech, “and nobody...
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Rotarians distribute saplings to students

Rotarians distribute saplings to students
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Every year, the Rotary Club of Wellesley purchases and bags 500 tree saplings for distribution to Wellesley fourth graders. Susy Jordon, Wellesley town horticultural technician, hands out the bagged saplings to Wellesley fourth graders for planting. She also teaches a lesson on Arbor Day conservation while handing out the trees. The Rotary Club of...
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Wellesley Rotary to host Michael Tobin

Wellesley Rotary to host Michael Tobin
The Rotary Club of Wellesley has announced that Michael Tobin will present at its January 2 meeting at the Wellesley College Club. Michael will speak about the Wellesley Conservation Council. Michael Tobin is a volunteer officer and board member of the Wellesley Conservation Council, Wellesley's non-profit land trust, since 2015. He serves on the membership, social...
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Rotarians prepare saplings for Wellesley youths

Rotarians prepare saplings for Wellesley youths
Every year, the Rotary Club of Wellesley purchases and bags 400 tree saplings for distribution to Wellesley fourth graders. Susy Jordon, Wellesley Town Horticultural technician, led 15 people in bagging 400 Sweet Gum saplings for distribution to Wellesley fourth graders. Volunteers Judy Gertler, Raina McManus, Hartney Greymont's Pat Boyle and Kevin Nardonne joined Rotary...
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Rotarians distribute saplings to kids

Rotarians distribute saplings to kids
Every year, the Rotary Club of Wellesley purchases and bags 400 tree saplings for distribution to Wellesley fourth graders. Susy Jordon, Wellesley Town Horticultural technician, handed out bagged Sweet Gum saplings for distribution to Wellesley fourth graders at Fiske School on Monday, April 24. The fourth graders were very attentive as Susy explained what Arbor...
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Wellesley Pancake Festival Goes Green

Wellesley Pancake Festival Goes Green
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By Lisa Moore Hometown Weekly Correspondent The Rotary Club of Wellesley held its annual Pancake Breakfast fundraiser on Saturday as part of Wellesley Wonderful Weekend. Rotarian volunteers served over 1,600 people that came to enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes, ham, yogurt, and fruit with their neighbors while helping the Wellesley Rotary Club raise funds that benefit Rotary...
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Famed Improv Group Entertains Wellesley

Famed Improv Group Entertains Wellesley
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By Rama K. Ramaswamy The New York Times recently called Chicago City Limits, New York City’s longest running show with over 10,000 performances over 30 years, "ingenious and very, very funny", and the cast "the perfect masters of improvisation." True to the statement, their Wellesley audience was on their feet for a standing ovation when...
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