As Rotarians, the single thing that I think we do so well is support each other in times of happiness and times of sadness.
As you know, our member Bill Pennington is mourning the loss of his beloved son Greg. In speaking with Bill, he did not have any immediate needs, and he asked that we keep him and his family in our prayers. We did talk about a fundraiser in the warmer weather to celebrate Greg’s life and legacy. I told him that Rotary will be there every step of the way!
I hope that everyone has had time to dig out from this snowstorm! If anyone needs any help, please let me know!
The Citizens Who Cares selection committee will meet tomorrow to select our honorees. In the interim, start thinking about your role in the event, helping with fundraising, volunteering that night or what ever Ken needs. It takes a village!
Look forward to seeing you on Friday!
Cheers to Rotary!
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SNOW POLICY
In the event of inclement weather that may impact our weekly Friday meetings, the Lanam Club will make the cancellation decision by 6:00 PM on the preceding Thursday.
We will send an email notification to members as soon as we receive the update from the Lanam Club.
For the most up-to-date information, please also check our club’s Facebook and/or Instagramfor any announcements.
Your safety is our priority!
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Wishing a speedy recovery to our valued members Ken Feyl and Lois McGuinness.
Your energy and service are missed—take good care, heal fully, and know we are cheering you on. Get well soon!
Time To Celebrate You!
Member Birthdays
Ken Feyl
January 13
Bill Pennington
January 16
Doug Mercurio
January 16
Andrew Betts
January 18
Ellen Keller
January 31
Gail Ralston
January 31
19th Annual MLK Jr. Day Celebration
Andover Rotary was proud to sponsor and attend the 19th Annual MLK Jr. Day Celebration of Unity at Andover Baptist Church last Monday.
Pastor Myers expressed heartfelt thanks multiple times for our support, and the event was truly inspiring—filled with uplifting music, meaningful readings, prayers for our community and nation, and powerful moments that left the room moved.
Standout highlights included the thoughtful keynote remarks from Dr. Patrick Tutwiler, Massachusetts Secretary of Education and an Andover resident, and the stirring recitation of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech by AHS science teacher Ralph Bledsoe (pictured above). Both earned well-deserved standing ovations among many throughout the morning.
A beautiful reminder that, as Dr. King said: “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”
Grateful to be part of such a unifying tradition in our town.
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Friends, family members and guests are always welcome to join us for volunteer opportunities!
The Service Club of Andover needs our help to make the inaugural Credit for Life Fair a success!
Join us at North Andover High School on Tuesday, February 4, from 9 AM to Noon for this exciting event. Volunteers will guide high school students through real-world financial scenarios—budgeting, decision-making, and more—giving them valuable tools for adult life.
It's a short time commitment with big rewards: you'll feel great knowing you've helped open young eyes to smart money habits.
Sign up today:CLICK HERE Friends, family members & non-members are welcome! Any questions? ContactDavid Floreen.
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The 10th Annual Andover High School Credit for Life will be held Tuesday, April 14th, 8:30 -11 am. Info coming soon!
