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Dear Rotarians and Friends,
 
What a wonderful Thursday meeting we have had! First we heard updates from our Committees who have been hard at work preparing for all of our upcoming events.  Then our very own Janika LeMaitre was the recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow Award. Join us this Thursday as we have our Committee Team meetings and present a RYLA Award to a very deserving sophomore.  If you have not joined our Team meetings recently this is the meeting for you! See you all soon. Katya Portnaya, President.
 
Please register for the meeting by NOON on Tuesday, March 25th 
 

If you are unable to attend in person, please join us via Zoom 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87460908286?pwd=YklJZnZyZzVsWTcvczJqNmtxMmlMZz09

Meeting ID: 874 6090 8286
Passcode: 02493

 

Calling all Weston Wayland Rotary Members
 
Exciting news! The 2024-2025 Nominating Committee, led by President-Elect Vera Lucia Dias, is now formed. We need your input to help select our leaders for the upcoming term.
Whether you want to nominate yourself or a fellow Rotarian, your voice matters. Express your interest in any leadership position or simply indicate a desire to learn and grow.
New to Rotary? Don't worry! We offer opportunities to shadow or co-chair a position to gain experience.
Join us in shaping the future of our club. Your participation is vital. Let's continue our legacy of service and excellence together.
 
Please contact,
Vera Lucia Dias
veradiasrealestate@gmail.com or (508)654-0079
Nominating Committee Chair/President-Elect
Weston Wayland Rotary
 

Rotary Business Networking series

Join us for the return of the Rotary Business Networking series in Needham on Tuesday, March 26, from 8-9 am. Pre-meeting informal networking begins at 7:45 a.m.

Network with business professionals from across the region. All are welcome, Rotary members or not. Please RSVP for planning purposes.

Event Details: Date: Tuesday, March 26 Time: 8:00 am - 09:00 am (with pre-meeting chit-chat for early arrivals at 7:45) Location: WorkBar Needham, 117 Kendrick St Suite 300, Needham, MA 02494

Have a topic in mind for discussion? Share it with us, and let's start the conversation.

Visit the event page for more information and to RSVP.  

 

 

Celebrating Janika LeMaitre: Paul Harris Fellow Award Recipient
 
Recognizing Excellence in Service
 
At the Assembly this past Thursday, President Katya Portnaya  presented Janika LeMaitre with the prestigious Paul Harris Fellow Award, a testament to her exceptional contributions to the Weston Wayland Rotary Club. This highest honor recognizes Janika's outstanding dedication and service to our community.
Janika's leadership and passion have left an indelible mark on our club, embodying the true spirit of Rotary. Her commitment to service serves as an inspiration to us all.
 
 
 
 
President-Elect Vera Lucia Dias Graduates from Rotary Leadership Institute International
 
Congratulations to our President-Elect, Vera Lucia Dias, on her recent graduation from the Rotary Leadership Institute International. Vera's commitment to personal and professional growth exemplifies the spirit of service ingrained in our Rotary Club.
 
The Rotary Leadership Institute International offers a comprehensive three-part training program aimed at equipping participants with the skills needed to lead effectively within Rotary and beyond. Held on full-day Saturdays, this training provides invaluable insights into Rotary's mission and operational mechanisms, with online options available for accessibility.
 
Continuous learning is vital for our members and leaders at the Weston Wayland Rotary Club. We encourage all to consider participating in the Rotary Leadership Institute International, with club funds allocated to support attendance.
Investing in leadership development strengthens our club's ability to serve our community and uphold Rotary's mission worldwide.
 
Visit their website for more information on upcoming training opportunities, and let's continue our journey of learning and leadership together.
 
 
Zoom link for Team Meeting Mondays: 
  • Meeting ID: 851 1988 9489
  • Passcode: 01778
 
 
 
 
Upcoming Events
4:30 pm Children's Business Fair Planning
Zoom
Mar. 25, 2024 4:30 p.m.
 
5:30 PM Hospitality Team
Mar. 25, 2024 6:30 p.m.
 
7:00 PM Nominating Committee
Mar. 25, 2024 7:00 p.m.
 
6:30 PM International Committee Meeting
Mar. 27, 2024 6:30 p.m.
 
Dinner Meeting
Weston Public Library
Mar. 28, 2024
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
 
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Sign Up Now for the Annual Weston Fishing Derby -2024
Calling all Weston area children! The Rotary Club of Weston & Wayland invites you to our annual Fishing Derby—a 40+ year tradition.
 
SUNDAY, April 21, 2024, from 9 am-12 pm at the Weston High School Pond.
 
Thank you to our sponsor this year: Fr. Frank Parker and Atlantic Advisory Group
 
Bring your own gear, bait (no lures, please), and bucket.
Fishing starts at 9 am sharp!
Prizes are in four age categories up to age 14. 
FREE event; register online to attend.
RAIN OR SHINE (the fish like to eat in all weather)!  
 
Click here to register!
 
Food and refreshments will be available for purchase.  Volunteers are welcome to help measure fish. Fishing is great family fun!
 
 
 
Frequently Asked Questions
 I don’t know how to fish. No problem, this is the perfect time to start.
What should I bring? A fishing pole, bait, and a bucket.  
I want to volunteer. Use this link to register as a volunteer: CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER
 
Contact Richard DeVito if you have any questions: radjr@pnpco.com
 
In addition to sponsoring the Fishing Derby, the Rotary Club of Weston & Wayland hosts numerous other events throughout the year that raise funds to support humanitarian projects here and internationally. Projects include annual college scholarships for local high schoolers, preparing and providing meals at local soup kitchens, and a five-year project to restore a Weston field for pollinating insects.
Volunteer for our 4th Annual Children's Business Fair
The Children's Business Fair is back! It will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 11 am to 3 pm at the Weston Town Green during the Celebrate Weston! event. 
 
Rotarians VOLUNTEER HERE to help with set-up, during the Fair and clean-up.
 
Children showcase their very own businesses at our one-day market, which is part of the largest entrepreneurship event for kids in North America. Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace. 
 
We all believe entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.
 
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Rotary Youth Exchange Program
The Rotary Club of Weston & Wayland participates in the Rotary Youth Exchange Program for high school students. Two programs are available, and students can apply to either program. All Rotary Youth Exchange programs are run by volunteer Rotarians and comply with all U.S. State Dept. regulations.
 
Short-Term (Family-to-Family) Program – Participating students are matched with a student and family in another country. The U.S. student travels to the host country and stays with the host family for 3-4 weeks, immersing themselves in the host country’s language and culture. Then the U.S. student and their host sibling travel back to the United States and the foreign student stays with their U.S. family for a similar length of time. This exchange generally occurs during the summer. Over 20 countries are available to choose from.
 
Long-Term (Academic Year) Program – Long-term exchange students live with host families while attending high school in one of 40 participating countries for a full academic year. Students become fluent in the local language, build lifelong friendships, and develop an in-depth understanding of the people, traditions, culture, food, and history of their host country -- a truly international education with benefits that last a lifetime.
 
What are you waiting for? A beautiful world awaits!
 
Want more information? Check out our website: Exchangestudent.org.
Ready to Apply? Contact us at: youthexchange7910@gmail.com
Boy Scout Troop 157 Pasta Dinner
Rotary Club of Weston & Wayland is the chartered organization for Boy Scout Troop 157. The troop is having their annual Pasta Dinner and Silent Auction, on Friday, April 5th from 6-8:30 pm at the community center.
 
Rotarians who would like to help cook at the event should contact Rich DeVito. Rotarians who can support the event by donating a silent auction item of between $50 or greater should contact Renae Shaday at renae.shadday@gmail.com. ALL Rotarians are strongly encouraged to attend this fun event and support scouting in Weston.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Birthdays 
Member Birthdays
Patty MacNeil
March 10
 
Marla Luzzi
March 22
 
Elizabeth Messina
March 30
 
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