On Thursday, June 18, 2015, the Rotary Club of Brookline honored Robert "Bo" Winiker and Betsy DeWitt for their dedicated service to the Town of Brookline and the greater community.
Betsy DeWitt retired this year after 35 years of service to the Town of Brookline. From PTO President at Lincoln School she went on to lead the Brookline Community Foundation and to play a key role in the development of programs for low-cost housing and support of the disadvantaged people of Brookline. She continues to be active in work to end domestic violence. She is honored for her public service.
http://www.betsydewitt.com/service-for-brookline.html
http://www.zoominfo.com/p/Betsy-DeWitt/1578330226
Robert "Bo" Winiker has been a member of Brookline Rotary since 1977 when he graduated from the New England Conservatory. In addition to his impressive musical career, he is always willing to help with Rotary events and has provided music for meetings and events throughout the years. As Allan MacPherson said in introducing Bo, he has played for two Presidents, and for countless family events in the area, “including my daughter Dianne MacPherson-Laffey’s wedding. Bo will conduct the Boston Pops on New Year’s eve again this year. He was honore”d as a friend, neighbor, citizen and fellow Rotarian.
http://www.winikermusic.com/
http://www.massrealty.com/articles/brookline-s-premier-music-group-featuring-winiker-music
In addition to their Brookline Rotary awards each received a Citation from the Massachusetts Senate, and a Paul Harris award for community service from Rotary International.
About Rotary
Brookline Rotary raises money to supplement the good works of other non-profits throughout the Town. Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer leaders dedicated to tackling the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. Rotary connects 1.2 million members of more than 34,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas. Their work impacts lives at both the local and international levels, from helping families in need in their own communities to working toward a polio-free world.