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 I recently started journaling again around the theme of gratitude, especially as we enter this season of gratitude. I am thankful and grateful for many things in my life, but a major one is our family of Rotary. When called to action we serve, when called to show up and be present we do and most of all when called to send positive vibes and good thoughts to members and our extended Rotary family, we do.
I am happy to share some wonderful news as of Tuesday morning! Paul S., Mark and Peter have been in contact with David’s family, and he is home as of today. I am so happy to hear this and know that you are as well. We may start a meal train down the road but not at this time. Please continue to keep David Lindsay and Alex Kiesel in your thoughts, prayers, and good vibes.
 
Alos, if you have not signed up to be with your Rotary family on Thursday, November 13th for our nuBingo Music Extravaganza please do, CLICK HERE.
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The Paul Harris
Fellows Continue
Congratulations to Charitable Trust Committee Co-Chair Yaroslava Cassell for 
receiving her
Paul Harris "plus four". 
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 We will be collecting non-perishable Thanksgiving Fare and $25 Market Basket Gift Cards to benefit Neighbors In Need every Friday through Nov. 14th.
 
 
For more info: CLICK HERE
For a list of needed items: CLICK HERE
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Next Board Meeting
 
Tuesday, October 21st
4:30 pm | Andover/No. Andover YMCA
 
Club members are always welcome.
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Run for the Troops Dinner & Silent Auction
Friday, Nov. 7th
Will you join our Rotary table(s)?
For details, CLICK HERE.
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Registration is now open for Past DG Bob Wood Memorial Heroes Celebration on Weds., Nov. 12, 5:30 pm at the Andover Country Club.
 
Let's show our support by attending this special evening honoring our veterans. 
 
Cost: $75 p/p
CLICK HERE to register.
Time To Celebrate You!
Member Birthdays
Greg Chastain
October 9
 
Elaine Clements
October 11
 
Paul Mercandetti
October 16
 
Diana Kiesel
November 29
 
Anniversaries
Richard Stern
Cynthia Stern
November 22
 
Have you purchased your tickets yet?
30th Anniversary nuBingo Music Extravaganza Celebration!

Thursday, Nov. 13th, 6 pm
DoubleTree Andover
 
Click HERE to purchase tickets!
Invite your friends and spread the word!
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I feel the need to remind all members of my previous communication regarding Rotary and our non-political and peacemaker philosophy.
 
We are in very volatile times right now as a country and Rotary is an organization, locally and internationally that is non-political and non-violent. We as Rotarians should be peacemakers and should discuss differences in person and engage in positive, problem-solving discussions together as a community of people.
 
There continues to be comments made during the meeting, that are “political” and potentially controversial.  I implore you all to think before speaking and consider the guiding principles of Rotary’s 4 Way test.
 
Thank you for your commitment to Rotary and the ties that bind us.
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Saturday, Nov. 22nd ~ Save the date!

Our beloved Paul and Margaret Salafia will be honored by The Service Club of Andover's "Make A Difference" Fundraiser and Gala on Saturday, November 22nd at the Andover Country Club.

Congratulations Paul & Margaret ~ well deserved!

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🎃 Rotary Halloween Party 🎃
Friday, Oct. 24 at 5 PM
 
Join Walter and Lois McGinness for a festive evening at 12 College Circle, Andover! Costumes encouraged, fun guaranteed—games, pumpkin decorating, food, drinks, and great company.
Friends and family welcome!
 
To RSVP: CLICK HERE.
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Supporting the Andover High School Theatre Arts Program

As Dr. Parvey shared during her August visit to our Club, the AHS Theatre Arts program is presenting the musical “1776” this November.

Let’s gather a Rotary group to attend opening night on Thursday, November 20, at 7:00 PM. President Ann will coordinate ticket reservations—adult tickets are $20, and senior tickets are $5.

Join us to support our AHS students and celebrate live theater!

Details and tickets: http://andovertheatrearts.com/

Questions? contact President Ann.

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Truck Unload at Village Food Hub, Friday, Oct. 17, 11:30 a - 2 pCLICK HERE for details and online sign-up.
 
~ Parking Lot Attendants and Site Breakdown & Cleanup Crew at Walk to End Alzheimer's, Sunday, Oct. 19, 6:45 am - 1:30 pm. CLICK HERE for details and online sign-up.
 
~ Help serve at the Lazarus House Soup Kitchen,   this Thursday, Oct. 23, 11:15 a - 1:15 pCLICK HERE for details and online sign-up.
 
Truck Unload at Village Food Hub, Friday, Oct. 24, 11:30 a - 2 pCLICK HERE for details and online sign-up.
 
Friends, family members and non-Club members are always invited to join us!
For a list of all Calendar Events,