Lazarus House Ministry has 50+ full and part-time staff, 5000+ volunteers, and 6500 donors working together to serve the most vulnerable people of Lawrence, MA – people struggling with material poverty, homelessness and food insecurity. We are a community.  Gail will bring her team to speak about opportunities for everyone to participate and ask questions about areas that are of interest to them.

The Village Food Hub is a nonprofit organization that increases access to healthy and nutritious food, while also reducing waste and promoting environmental sustainability.

2 volunteers will help sort and package (and/or unload) a truckload of food donated by  Whole Foods.

No heavy lifting required.  

3rd Friday of Each Month

This month's Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 24th starting at 4:30 pm.  Location: TBD (stay tuned)

Club members are always welcome to attend Board Meetings.

The Good Shepherd Soup Kitchen at Lazarus House provides freshly prepared hot meals for more than 300 people a day at breakfast and lunch sittings.  Volunteers serve food to the individuals who stop in for a hot meal and socialization.  4th Thursday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover.

260 Park Street (Corner Park and Exchange);  Lawrence, MA

Abigail (Abbe) Wertz is the Trauma Program Manager at MerrimackHealth in Lawrence, a role she has held since 2020 after more than two decades of service as an Emergency Room nurse. With 23 years of frontline ER experience and 13 years as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Abbe’ career centers on trauma informed patient care and community safety.

In the role of Trauma Program Manager Abbe is active in the Merrimack Valley in injury prevention and education: teaching Stop the Bleed classes in schools and community groups to help the layperson identify and take steps to control severe bleeding while waiting for 911, organizing and supporting town Bike Rodeos to promote safe riding and helmet use, and sponsoring a biannual car seat safety check in Lawrence where Car Seat Patient Safety Technicians check the installation and appropriate size and condition of car seats.

A resident of Haverhill for the past 27 years, Abbe is active in the community primarily in the area of food insecurity. Abbe is also the mother of four adult sons and one granddaughter. She spends her free time happily working in her flower and veggie gardens and walking her dogs.

Aqueous Consultants is a Professional Engineering firm that specializes in providing our clients with irrigation, water resources, rainwater harvesting, alternative water design, and water feature design solutions. Founded by Michael Igo, PE in 2014 in Andover, and joined full-time by his spouse and partner Andrea Igo, PE in 2016, the firm’s passion and desire to provide efficient water systems for architects, engineers, and end-users has made Aqueous a trusted partner for our clients.

By engineering systems that promote water conservation and efficiency, we lessen the dependence on drinking water, preserve ecological balance, and watch the economic bottom line. We are fortunate to have worked on some of the most prominent institutional, commercial, and residential construction projects around the United States working for the most sought-after architects, developers, and engineers. Reaching as many as 8 employees in 2025, Aqueous always seeks continued growth and forecasts a bright future with a talented staff and expanding satisfied customer base for our engineering and consulting services.

Andrea and Mike have lived in Andover (Ballardvale) for 19 years and have two sons at Andover High School.

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 2,000 families many weeks.
The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning. Volunteers distribute food at a specific “station”.

1st Wednesday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Lots of standing.  LIght lifting (No heavy lifting required).

On Thursday April 9th,  Andover Rotarians (and friends of Rotary) will help plate/serve a special Shrimp Scampi dinner to guests at the Andover Elder Services Spring Formal!

4:30 pm start...likely finish by 6:00 pm
(and encouraged to stay and enjoy shrimp scampi dinner there too, regardless of age!!!  Please advise if you have any special dietary requirements).

4:30 pm to 6:00 pm 
No heavy lifting required

Six volunteers needed

The Robb Center is our beautifully renovated senior center located at 30 Whittier Ct, Andover MA 01810. The Center is a place for all in our community to socialize, volunteer, engage in an activity or simply relax and enjoy the day. 

The Rotary Club of Andover annually welcomes the Town Manager to address members and provide a Town Meeting preview. 

Join us on Friday, April 10th at Water Analytics aka Mark Spencer's Office at 100 School Street, Andover for Bourbon After Five. 

Optional: Bring a snack or drink to share.

Everyone is welcome!  

You are invited to join the Scouts of Ballard Vale Troop 76, of which Jesus (Loida's son) is a member, for an open house at the Andover Conservation Commission's Pole Hill Reservation from 1 - 5 pm on April 11th.

Visitors will learn from the Scouts about camping, fire safety, orienteering and geocaching.  Guests can also participate in a scavenger hunt and more!

For more info, see attached flyer. 

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 1900 families each week. The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning.

On Mondays, Volunteers help unload food delivery truck, and may help stock shelves too.

2nd Monday of each month...with 4-5 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Save the date!

Join us this Thursday, April 16th, 5:30-8 pm for the first, of what we hope to be many, monthly fellowship dinners in the Lanam Club dining room.
 

This will be part of our Lanam First Italian Night, offered as a one-day guest pass/open house experience.
 

Menu & Pricing: 

Adults: $28 | Children (4-12): $18 I Under 4: complimentary 
 

The evening will feature a generous Italian spread, including: 

Seating: 
Registration through ClubRunner has closed but it's NOT too late for you to join us.  Contact Diana with how many are in your party and whether you would like to sit at your own table or among your fellow Rotarians.

Dr. Lane A. Glenn is president of Northern Essex Community College (NECC), the first Hispanic Serving Institution in New England, which has campuses in both Haverhill and Lawrence, Massachusetts.

With more than three decades of experience in higher education, Dr. Glenn is passionate about helping all students achieve their educational goals and is a strong advocate for closing equity gaps, and for colleges and universities as engines of economic and workforce development, particularly in Gateway Cities.

As president of NECC, Dr. Glenn has led the significant expansion of the college’s Lawrence campus, including construction of the $27 million Ibrahim El Hefni Health and Technology Center, the creation of the Haffner Fournier Education Center, and the development of “The Hub” with university partnerships and the award-winning Revolving Test Kitchen.  He is also the founding board chair of the Lawrence Partnership, a private-public collaboration of business leaders, community leaders, and elected officials devoted to economic development and improving the quality of life for residents of Lawrence, Massachusetts.

A highly collaborative, energetic leader, Dr. Glenn encourages experimentation and organizational innovation.  Recently, NECC became the first college in the country to offer a competency-based associate degree in Early Childhood Education, and its police academy, one of the largest in the state, was the first to be accepted into the National Active Bystander for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Training Program, designed to prepare police officers to successfully intervene to prevent harm and to create a law enforcement culture that supports peer intervention, leading to safer communities.

Dr. Glenn has been described as an “optimistic thought leader” who actively promotes higher education in a number of publications, on social media, and through his blog, “Running the Campus.”  He has been nationally recognized for his advocacy with the Eduardo J. Padron Award for Presidential Leadership from Campus Compact; the Pacesetter of the Year Award from the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations; and the SUCCESS Higher Education Leadership Award from the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration.

Dr. Glenn holds a PhD from Michigan State University, a master’s degree from Oklahoma State University and a bachelor’s from Northeastern State University—and he is proud to say that he started his education at Rose State College, a community college in Midwest City, Oklahoma.

The Village Food Hub is a nonprofit organization that increases access to healthy and nutritious food, while also reducing waste and promoting environmental sustainability.

2 volunteers will help sort and package (and/or unload) a truckload of food donated by  Whole Foods.

No heavy lifting required.  

3rd Friday of Each Month

Special Offer for Rotary Members – “Curtains” at North Shore Music Theatre 🎭

Voices of Hope founder and Andover Rotary member Greg Chastain is offering Rotary members a 20% discount for the upcoming production of “Curtains” at the North Shore Music Theatre.

🗓 Dates: Saturday, April 18 at 8 pm & Sunday, April 19 at 2 pm
🎟 Discount Code: CURTAINS (use online or via phone)
🌐 Tickets: www.nsmt.org
📞 NSMT Phone: 978-232-7200

Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a fun, Broadway-style musical while supporting a fellow Rotary member’s organization!

If you are interested in attending either show, please purchase your tickets online at NSMT (see info above) and sign-up in ClubRunner to let everyone know you're going. If we have enough interest in getting together for dinner on Saturday or lunch on Sunday before the show, we will reach out to all who have sign-up in ClubRunner. 

Questions about the show, contact Greg Chastain at (781) 281-6523

SPECIAL DATE-RESCHEDULED TO TUESDAY APRIL 21ST (DUE TO PATRIOTS DAY)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 1900 families each week. The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning.

USUALLY on Mondays, Volunteers help unload food delivery truck, and may help stock shelves too.  TYPICALLY the 2nd Monday of each month...with 4-5 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

The Good Shepherd Soup Kitchen at Lazarus House provides freshly prepared hot meals for more than 300 people a day at breakfast and lunch sittings.  Volunteers serve food to the individuals who stop in for a hot meal and socialization.  4th Thursday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover.

260 Park Street (Corner Park and Exchange);  Lawrence, MA

Dr. Julie Riley has served as the Assistant Superintendent of Andover Public Schools (APS) since August 2021, bringing more than 27 years of experience in education, including fifteen years in district and central office leadership. 

During her time in Andover, Dr. Riley has developed districtwide opportunities for teacher leadership and collaboration, and has spearheaded the development of the district’s Vision of the Graduate. Dr. Riley has also been a leading force in the districtwide equity initiative, piloted cooperative education opportunities through a partnership with Greater Lawrence Technical School, and has overseen the implementation of a new middle school scheduling model.

In addition to her district role, Dr. Riley co-leads the Curriculum and Staff Development Network (CSDN), a statewide professional learning community for school and district leaders. CSDN provides high-quality professional development, including sessions with DESE, MASS, NEASC, and leading researchers in youth development, school finance and law, and educational change.

In honor of Rotarian David Lindsay, our Club will be holding a CPR Certification Course on Saturday, April 25th from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Andover/No. Andover YMCA.  Cost: $100 per person.  Limit of 10 participants. 

To join the training, email President Ann Ormond.

Project Insulin is a nonprofit drug company fixing a broken system. We’re not researching a novel drug; we’re removing the barriers that make an old one inaccessible by developing & manufacturing insulin ourselves and selling it at cost.

Before founding Project Insulin, Eric led major fundraising efforts at Brandeis University, helping raise over $2 million during Giving Tuesday campaigns. He also serves on the board of the Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association and delivered a TEDx talk in 2020 on allyship in chronic illness communities. 

DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER FORECAST, THE CAR WASH HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO NEXT SATURDAY, MAY 9th.   See sign-up under May 9th.

Our colleauges at The Rotary Club of Lawrence have requested our assistance in helping with their Interact Club at a Fundraising Car Wash on Saturday, May 2nd from 9 am to Noon at the Greater Lawrence Technical School (Voc-Tech).  Proceeds of the fundraiser will benefit the St. Ann's Home in Methuen.

To volunteer for the entire time (9 a-Noon) or for the first part of the morning (9-10:30 a), please sign-up under "Online Registration".

At the conclusion of the fundraiser, pizza and soda will be available. 

Questions can be directed to by email: Ron Hill   or (978) 771-6098.

We need creative and crafty volunteers to help assemble beautiful silent auction packages for our upcoming CWC Gala on May 14th!

Join us for two fun evenings of crafting, organizing, and packaging donations into attractive auction baskets and experiences.

🗓 Dates & Time:

• Tuesday, May 5th
• Thursday, May 7th

Both evenings start at 5:00 PM

📍 Location: At the home of Diana Kiesel For directions, please email Diana.

This is a relaxed and enjoyable way to contribute to the success of the gala. All skill levels are welcome — we just need enthusiastic and creative hands!

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 2,000 families many weeks.
The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning. Volunteers distribute food at a specific “station”.

1st Wednesday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Lots of standing.  LIght lifting (No heavy lifting required).

Alicia is a licensed mental health counselor and the founder of A Balanced Self, a holistic mental health practice focused on whole-person healing. She specializes in supporting people through anxiety, burnout, and life transitions by integrating therapy with nervous system and lifestyle-based approaches, helping them create lasting, meaningful change.

Memorial Hall Library will be holding an After-Hours Spring Social on Friday, May 8 from 5:30-8:30 pm and Rotary has been invited to participate.

This community event will feature local nonprofits and organizations sharing ways for the public to get involved, connect with neighbors, and discover fun social opportunities in town. Marble Ridge Winery and Oak & Iron will be on site offering beer and wine for purchase, along with complimentary refreshments, music and fun.

If you’re available to represent our club, please sign up!  

RESCHEDULED FROM ORIGINAL DATE OF MAY 2ND:

Our colleauges at The Rotary Club of Lawrence have requested our assistance in helping with their Interact Club at a Fundraising Car Wash on Saturday, May 9th from 9 am to Noon at the Greater Lawrence Technical School (Voc-Tech).  Proceeds of the fundraiser will benefit the St. Ann's Home in Methuen.

To volunteer for the entire time (9 a-Noon), for the first part of the morning (9-10:30 a) or the second half of the morning (10:30-Noon), please sign-up under "Online Registration".

At the conclusion of the fundraiser, pizza and soda will be available. 

Questions can be directed to by email: Ron Hill   or (978) 771-6098.

RESCHEDULED TO 5/12/26!
Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 1900 families each week. The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning.

On Mondays, Volunteers help unload food delivery truck, and may help stock shelves too.

2nd Monday of each month...with 4-5 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

It takes a dedicated team to create an unforgettable event, and we’d love for you to be part of ours on Thursday, May 14th at the 28th Annual Citizens Who Care Gala.

We’re looking for volunteers to assist with the following:

• Room setup (starting at 3 pm) 
• Silent auction setup (starting at 3 pm)
• Check-in table (starting at 4:45 pm)
• Door greeters (starting at 5:15 pm)
• 50/50 Raffle Sales (starting at 5:30 pm)
• Silent auction checkout (after the auction closes)
• Breakdown and clean up (following the event's conclusion).

Feel free to sign up for more than one role.  You do not need to be a member of our club to help at the event.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Ken Feyl.

The Village Food Hub is a nonprofit organization that increases access to healthy and nutritious food, while also reducing waste and promoting environmental sustainability.

2 volunteers will help sort and package (and/or unload) a truckload of food donated by  Whole Foods.

No heavy lifting required.  

3rd Friday of Each Month

This is your chance to be a part of a wonderful annual event. Volunteers are needed to assist Andona with various support roles during the event.

Clown Town takes place at Central Park in Andover, at the Corner of Bartlet and Chestnut Street, 1 Whittier Street, Andover, Massachusetts

Bruce directs the Life Giving Water International (LGWI) ministry helping rural Ecuadorian communities build reliable water systems. LGWI enables communities to improve spiritual and physical health through life giving water. LGWI aspires to initiate community development water ministry in several other Latin American countries.

Bruce worked for engineering consulting firms in the Boston area for 10 years. In 1980, Bruce and his wife Cherith, volunteered to serve with a Christian ministry in Ecuador, South America. They lived in Ecuador from 1981 to 2019, except for 16 months in 1985-86, when they helped a rural Kenyan mission hospital build a hydroelectric power plan on the Nyangores River. As a missions volunteer, Bruce has done engineering for hydroelectric power plants, clinics, hospitals, and rural water systems.

Bruce is from Schenectady, NY. As a civil engineering graduate of Clarkson University and Northeastern University, he holds engineering credentials in Massachusetts and in Ecuador. Bruce & Cherith have been married since 1973, and have three children, and four grandchildren. They currently reside in southwest Florida and make frequent trips to Latin America.

The Village Food Hub is a nonprofit organization that increases access to healthy and nutritious food, while also reducing waste and promoting environmental sustainability.

Volunteers will help sort and package (and/or unload) a truckload of food donated by  Whole Foods.

No heavy lifting required.  

SPECIAL SHIFT FRIDAY MAY 22 2026

The Good Shepherd Soup Kitchen at Lazarus House provides freshly prepared hot meals for more than 300 people a day at breakfast and lunch sittings.  Volunteers serve food to the individuals who stop in for a hot meal and socialization.  4th Thursday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover.

260 Park Street (Corner Park and Exchange);  Lawrence, MA

Paul Materazzo, Andover's Director of Planning and Land Use, a seasoned and experienced urban planner will update attendees on upcoming town wide projects. 

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 1900 families each week. The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning.

On Mondays, Volunteers help unload food delivery truck, and may help stock shelves too.

USUALLY 2nd Monday of each month...with 4-5 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

SPECIAL REQUEST:  JUNE 1, 9:30 am

Rotary Social/Open House at Matchplay Golf & Sports in Andover
Tuesday, June 2 | Starting at 5:00 PM

Join the Rotary Club of Andover for a fun and casual evening at Matchplay Golf & Sports! This social/open house is a great opportunity for Rotarians to invite friends, colleagues, neighbors, and anyone interested in learning more about Rotary and community service.

Enjoy appetizers (provided), a cash bar, great conversation, and a relaxed atmosphere while meeting current members and prospective new Rotarians. Whether you’re curious about Rotary, looking to connect with others in the community, or simply want to come out and have a good time, all are welcome!

Please register HERE to help us plan accordingly for food and space needs.

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to roughly 2,000 each week.
The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning. Volunteers distribute food at a specific “station”.

1st Wednesday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Lots of standing.  LIght lifting (No heavy lifting required).

On behalf of Rotarian Karla Rossi and her amazing staff at Stone Hill Andover, you and your guests are cordially invited to a Cruise Ship Themed Patio Party on Thursday, June 4th from 4-6 pm at Stone Hill.  

Prepare for an evening filled with Chef Victor’s award-winning cuisine, refreshing cocktails, laughter, music, and all the little touches that make life feel like vacation.

Here’s what awaits you on deck:

•  Yacht rock favorites & feel-good summer tunes

•  Lawn games, laughter, and friendly competition

•  Chef Victor’s celebrated culinary creations

•  Incredible people and even better conversation

•  Sunset cruise vibes — no passport required

So, grab your captain’s hat, your favorite nautical flair, and come ready to eat, mingle, and sail into summer with the Stone Hill crew.

Please reply to Karla or call 978-664-2600 to confirm your reservation and number of guests joining you.

Established in 2009, the Andover Robotics Club is a student-run organization in Andover, Massachusetts, that specializes in the construction of robots for FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC). The club has about 75 active members and is led by a student board of officers that keeps it running behind-the-scenes. The club has three co-ed teams, 5273 ARC Thunder, 24256 ARC Sandstorm and 4410 ARC Lightning, as well as one all-girls team, 10331 ARC Hailstorm. During the FTC season, members build, code, and CAD a robot and complete community outreach with the goal of making STEM more accessible in the community. 

Learn about their championship work and witness a live demonstration!

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 1900 families each week. The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning.

On Mondays, Volunteers help unload food delivery truck, and may help stock shelves too.

2nd Monday of each month...with 4-5 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Food insecurity remains a problem in Andover, and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Neighbors in Need provides support at a weekly Food Pantry held at the Robb Center here in Andover
(30 Whittier Court).

They've asked for extra help 6/11, 6/18, 6/23, and 7/2...each week 3:45-5:30.
Carrying in food boxes, moving the food on carts, and also staffing the distribution table!
 

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The purpose of the Design Review Board is to advise applicants for projects involving new construction, exterior alterations and large signage in the General Business and Mixed Use Districts, and to review all new municipal structures and signage. And, at the discretion of the Planning Board, the DRB shall also review applications for special permits in the ID2 district as well as major non-residential projects in LS, OP, and IG districts.

But how does it work?  Who is the DRB? What are they working on now?  Come to the meeting and find out! 

Jonathan Fournier, Chair of the DRB, is an architect with over 24 years of local and international experience in practice, and is the Principal and Founder of Studio Re-Built. An architectural practice that aspires to serve the underserved, and focuses on the renovation and reuse of commercial, community, and multi-family residential buildings. The studio sees a world where our built environment is responsible, respectful, and humane. They are problem solvers who believe that architecture is about engaging people, and advocating for the right of every community to have an affordable place to find ‘joy’, to ‘live’, and consider ‘home’.

Join us on Friday, June 12th starting at 5:00 pm for our next Fellowship/Bourbon After 5 at the home of Kevin and Ellen Keller.

Friends and family members are invited.  Optional: bring an appetizer, munchie or dessert to share and any drink you prefer. Bourbon will be provided.

Please sign-up which will help our hosts with planning.  

The Rotary Club of Andover is looking for four (4) golfers to attend the upcoming indoor charity golf tournament at Matchplay Golf & Sports at the Shawsheen Plaza on Rte. 28 in Andover on Saturday, June 13th from 9 am - 1 pm.  This tournament will benefit the Jimmy Fund for Dana-Farber. 

The entry fee is $100 per person and Rotary will subsidize 50% of the entry fee with LYF Architects subsidizing the other 50% ... net to Golfers = FREE!

Golfers of ALL skill levels are welcome! Guests can jump into exciting prize drawings throughout the event.  A delicious brunch menu with drinks to accompany will be available for purchase on-site, featuring a selection of fresh, crowd-pleasing favorites to keep you fueled as you play, mingle, and cheer each other on.

If we have at least one golf foursome participating in this June 13th fundraiser, Rotary will be the featured charity in Matchplay's December tournaments.

Will you join Team Rotary on June 13th?  You'll have a great time while doing good for two great non-profit organizations, the Jimmy Fund and Rotary! 

To register, sign-up HERE.

Due to a scheduling conflict for the third Tuesday (our regular Board meeting day),
the June Board Meeting will be held on Monday, June 15th, 4:30 - 6 p
at the Andover/No. Andover YMCA. 

All club members are welcome to attend.

Food insecurity remains a problem in Andover, and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Neighbors in Need provides support at a weekly Food Pantry held at the Robb Center here in Andover
(30 Whittier Court).

They've asked for extra help 6/11, 6/18, 6/23, and 7/2...each week 3:45-5:30.
Carrying in food boxes, moving the food on carts, and also staffing the distribution table!
 

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You are cordially invited to join Jim and Nancy Greeley on Thursday, June 18th, 4-7 pm at the Coldwell Banker Open House, 27 Main Street, Andover.

Come enjoy some light bites, drinks and live entertainment.  Please RSVP HERE.  

Operation Delta Dog is a 501(c)3 organization with a mission to rescue and train shelter dogs as specialized service companions for veterans experiencing PTSD, TBI and MST.  We will hear from Rtuh Robertson and her dog Emmi.  Emmi is with Ruth everywhere she goes.  Hear their inspiring story and learn more about this incredible organization.

The Village Food Hub is a nonprofit organization that increases access to healthy and nutritious food, while also reducing waste and promoting environmental sustainability.

2 volunteers will help sort and package (and/or unload) a truckload of food donated by  Whole Foods.

No heavy lifting required.  

3rd Friday of Each Month

Support incoming President Ken!

District President & Officer Installation Dinner ~ Thursday, June 25th

Please join us as President Elect Ken officially accepts the role of Rotary Club of Andover President for 2026-2027.

The Board has voted to subsidize 50% of the registration cost for all club members.

Time: 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Location: Danversport (aka Danversport Yacht Club)
Registration: CLICK HERE

We hope you’ll plan to attend this special evening to celebrate Ken and support our club leadership transition! Questions? Contact Peter Majane

The Good Shepherd Soup Kitchen at Lazarus House provides freshly prepared hot meals for more than 300 people a day at breakfast and lunch sittings.  Volunteers serve food to the individuals who stop in for a hot meal and socialization.  4th Thursday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover.

260 Park Street (Corner Park and Exchange);  Lawrence, MA

Food insecurity remains a problem in Andover, and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Neighbors in Need provides support at a weekly Food Pantry held at the Robb Center here in Andover
(30 Whittier Court).

They've asked for extra help 6/11, 6/18, 6/23, and 7/2...each week 3:45-5:30.
Carrying in food boxes, moving the food on carts, and also staffing the distribution table!
 

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Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to roughly 2,000 each week.
The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning. Volunteers distribute food at a specific “station”.

1st Wednesday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Lots of standing.  LIght lifting (No heavy lifting required).

Food insecurity remains a problem in Andover, and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Neighbors in Need provides support at a weekly Food Pantry held at the Robb Center here in Andover
(30 Whittier Court).

They've asked for extra help 6/11, 6/18, 6/23, and 7/2...each week 3:45-5:30.
Carrying in food boxes, moving the food on carts, and also staffing the distribution table!
 

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Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover.

Volunteer Dates:

• July 9
• July 16
• July 23
• July 30

Time: 3:45–5:30 p.m.

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Whether you can help once or on multiple dates, your time will make a real difference for local families in need. Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

At this meeting only the Rotary Club and their guests will meet at The Event Space Andover 1 Dundee Park Drive, Suite 5, Andover 

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 1900 families each week. The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning.

On Mondays, Volunteers help unload food delivery truck, and may help stock shelves too.

2nd Monday of each month...with 4-5 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover.

Volunteer Dates:

• July 16
• July 23
• July 30

Time: 3:45–5:30 p.m.

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Whether you can help once or on multiple dates, your time will make a real difference for local families in need. Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

Kevin F. Coppinger became Essex County Sheriff in January 2017 and is currently in his second term in office.

Sheriff Coppinger has close to 40 years of law enforcement experience in Essex County. He started his career as a police officer in Lynnfield, before joining the Lynn Police Department in 1985. He was named Chief of Police in 2009 and held that position until he was sworn in as the Essex County Sheriff in 2017.

Sheriff Coppinger credits the hard work, service, and professionalism of his employees for the successes seen in Essex County. One of his first priorities was to increase training opportunities for all staff to ensure the safety of all who work, visit, or reside within correctional facilities. His mantra for all employees is “Honesty. Integrity. Respect.”

As Sheriff, he has created several nationally-recognized programs to address the critical issues of substance use disorder, mental health, and re-entry services.  Essex County was an early participant to bring Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) inside a correctional facility, and his program now serves as a national model in corrections.  By moving inmates from a traditional cell to dormitory-style living and embedding licensed clinicians on the unit, his Correctional Opportunities for Personal Enrichment (COPE) program has changed the way corrections helps those incarcerated with mental health needs.

In 2022, Sheriff Coppinger opened the Supporting Transitions And Reentry (STAR) program in Lawrence and in Lynn. This innovative community-based program connects not only those  recently released from custody but also other justice-involved individuals with the supports and services they need to live life outside the justice system. STAR brings together dozens of community partners to help clients with housing needs, workforce training, educational supports, substance use treatment, counseling and much more.

Sheriff Coppinger holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from the Northeastern University and a Master of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice from Anna Maria College.  He is also a graduate of the 203^rd Session of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy in Quantico, Virginia as well as the FBI-LEEDA Program. 

Sheriff Coppinger is an active member of the Massachusetts Sheriffs’ Association, Major County Sheriffs of America, the National Sheriffs’ Association, Essex County Chiefs of Police Association, Police Executive Research Forum, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy Associates.  He is a member of the Massachusetts Police Training Committee, as well.  Coppinger is also an Advisory Board member for the North Shore Community College’s Criminal Justice Program; Violently Injured Police Officers Organization (VIPO); and UTEC, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to the success of today’s youth.

SPECIAL DAY July 20th...Lizette is on vacation, and Marcy has asked for extra help on Monday 7/20 (3rd Monday in July)

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 1900 families each week. The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning.

On Mondays, Volunteers help unload food delivery truck, and may help stock shelves too.

2nd Monday of each month...with 4-5 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Monthly Board Meeting

The Good Shepherd Soup Kitchen at Lazarus House provides freshly prepared hot meals for more than 300 people a day at breakfast and lunch sittings.  Volunteers serve food to the individuals who stop in for a hot meal and socialization.  4th Thursday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover.

260 Park Street (Corner Park and Exchange);  Lawrence, MA

Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover.

Volunteer Dates:

• July 23
• July 30

Time: 3:45–5:30 p.m.

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Whether you can help once or on multiple dates, your time will make a real difference for local families in need. Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

Give South Church Volunteers a week off - the Farmers Market has over 1,000 customers each week!

Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover on Thursday, July 30th, 3:45–5:30 p.m.

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Your time will make a real difference for local families in need. Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

Joan Arsenault currently serves as Assistant Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinator for
RI Zone 32. She served as D7930’s District Foundation Chair & Annual Fund Chair and
served as District Governor from 2019-2020. She is a Multiple Paul Harris Fellow, a
Major Donor, a Bequest Society Member, and a member of the Paul Harris Society and
Polio Plus Society. 

Joan recently received the Service Above Self Award for her dedicated work to The
Rotary Foundation. This is awarded by the RI Directors up to 150 Rotarians a year out of
1.2 million worldwide. Joan’s heartfelt commitment to The Rotary Foundation reflects
not only her belief in doing good in the world, but her unwavering dedication to making
that good possible. Through her leadership, advocacy, and generosity, she has inspired
others to give, to serve, and to believe in the power of Rotary to create meaningful
change.

Bourbon After Five at Stone Hill at Andover 

Join us on Friday, July 31, beginning at 5:00 PM, for a memorable Bourbon After Five at Stone Hill at Andover.

Our gracious hosts, Karla Rossi and Executive Chef Victor Casado, will welcome guests for an evening of exceptional bourbon and outstanding cuisine. If you've attended one of Chef Victor's events before, you already know you're in for a culinary experience to remember.
 

Please sign-up in advance and select the registration category based on the total number of people in your party.

And ... Did you check out the menu?   Plus ... get ready to have some fun at the new Bocci and Shuffleboard courts on the grounds of Stone Hill! 

Friends and family are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there!

Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover.
This food drive is held weekly on Thursday afternoons (Help from 3:45-5:30).

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Your time will make a real difference for local families in need. Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

Hear from members of the Town of Andover's 250th Anniversary Committee. Chair Susan McCready and Clerk Christopher Klein will give an overview of the upcoming RevFest 250 event on Ocrtobver 3rd. 

LOWELL SPINNERS 

Rotary Night Out - Last Home Game 

Join us on Friday, August 7, beginning at 7:00 PM, for a memorable Rotary Night Out at the LAST HOME GAME for the Lowell Spinners.

This event is open to our members, Family and Friends as their guests

If any kids coming we can get them involved with some pre-game on field festivities BEFORE the game!! 

If we get more than 20 people signed up by MONDAY 8/3/26 we'll get the tickets that include the All you can eat food!  ($30 per ticket) 

If we get less than 20 people signed up then it will just get regular tickets ($12 per ticket) and you buy your own food.

NOTE: Bring $$$ to the game to REIMBURSE Ken Feyl for the advanced purchase of tickets!

Please sign-up in advance and select the registration category based on the total number of people in your party.
 

We look forward to seeing you there!

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 1900 families each week. The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning.

On Mondays, Volunteers help unload food delivery truck, and may help stock shelves too.

2nd Monday of each month...with 4-5 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Dirty Hands Project is a Massachusetts-based nonprofit organization committed to breaking the silence around mental health and creating real, lasting change in our communities. We believe that mental health must be a priority not a stigma and we’re dedicated to rolling up our sleeves and doing the hands-on work needed to support individuals and families across the state.

Our mission is to promote mental health awareness, provide community-driven support, and create safe spaces for open conversations. Through local outreach, educational initiatives, volunteer programs, and compassionate advocacy, we empower people to speak openly about their struggles and seek the help they deserve. At Dirty Hands Project, we are not just hoping for change—we are actively building it.

Located in Massachusetts and serving surrounding communities, we strive to inspire connection, encourage healing, and strengthen mental wellness for all. Together, we can normalize asking for help, uplift those facing challenges, and make a meaningful impact one person, one story, and one honest conversation at a time.

You are cordially invited to join Mary Ann Millar in Portsmouth (Newport) for a fun afternoon of fellowship and polo!

We realize this is short notice and hope you and any of your guests can make it.

Date: Saturday, August 15th

Location: Newport Polo, 250 Linden Lane, Portsmouth, RI

Lunch & fellowship: Starts at 1:00 pm

Game time: 5:00 pm

Lawn tickets: $25 each (purchase your lawn ticket here ASAP)

Here’s the plan:

1. We’ll meet for lunch at Anna D's (details will be communicated when you sign up) and continue our fellowship on the lawn at Newport Polo (with snacks & drinks).
2. Everyone purchases their own lawn tickets HERE ~ purchase your ticket(s) soon before they sell out!
3. Light snacks/refreshments – please bring something to share.
4. Arrive at 1:00 pm at Anna D's and enjoy the company until game time.
5. Please let us know if you’re interested by filling out this Google Form 

Looking forward to a great afternoon together!

Monthly Board Meeting

Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover.
This food drive is held weekly on Thursday afternoons (Help from 3:45-5:30).

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Your time will make a real difference for local families in need.

Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

Karen Coppola, CDP, EAL
Founder & President, It Takes a Herd Foundation Inc.
Karen Coppola is the founder of It Takes a Herd Foundation Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that
delivers dementia-friendly equine-assisted programming to care partners and their loved ones
living with dementia.
 
Her work as a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Certified Dementia Support Group Facilitator, VA
Peer Mentor in the Caregiver Support Program, and her experience as a lifelong equestrian
certified in Equine Assisted Learning has led to the development of her innovative It Takes a
Herd™ program.
 
Karen has been highly sought after as a contributor to clinical research at Massachusetts
General Hospital and Dartmouth College, and co-chairs UMass Chan Medical School’s “Impact
of Illness on Family Caregivers” course.
Karen possesses a unique combination of lived caregiver experience, professional health care
training, and leadership in community-based dementia support programs. She is widely
regarded for her compassionate leadership and unique ability to coach caregivers through both
equine activities and the daily challenges of dementia care.

Dr. Jeanine McCleod, Ed.D.. Clerk, Board of Directors, It Takes a Herd Foundation Inc.

Dr. Jeanine McCleod brings over three decades of experience in education, nonprofit
leadership, and adaptive programming.
She is a long-serving educator with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, where she teaches
outdoor education, water safety, and inclusive aquatic programs for students of all abilities.
She is also a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain and an advocate for adaptive access to
outdoor environments.
Her background includes academic appointments at the undergraduate level, collegiate
coaching and program management, and active service as a nonprofit founder and
community advocate.
She currently serves as President of the Four Points Project, a 501(c)(3) organization she
founded to raise awareness and provide access to resources for veterans and caregivers. As
Clerk of the Board for It Takes a Herd Foundation Inc., she supports the governance and
operational oversight of a dementia-friendly equine-assisted program dedicated to
fostering connection, camaraderie, and community among care partners and their loved
ones.

Give South Church Volunteers a week off! Over 1,000 patrons visit each week!

The Good Shepherd Soup Kitchen at Lazarus House provides freshly prepared hot meals for more than 300 people a day at breakfast and lunch sittings.  Volunteers serve food to the individuals who stop in for a hot meal and socialization.  4th Thursday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover.

260 Park Street (Corner Park and Exchange);  Lawrence, MA

Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover.
This food drive is held weekly on Thursday afternoons (Help from 3:45-5:30).

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Your time will make a real difference for local families in need.

Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

Maria will be sharing a quick presentation about the Alzheimer's Association, the resources available to the community and how the Northeastern MA Walk to End Alzheimer's supports their mission.

Maria Stephanou is the Director of the Northeastern MA Walk to End Alzheimer's.  Maria grew up in Central MA before going to Bridgewater State College and graduating with a degree in Communication and Media Studies.  She went on to get her Master's of Marketing from Lasell College before starting a career in sales.  Maria lost her mom in 2022 to Alzheimer's and for the last 7 years has worked on the Walk to End Alzheimer's to support families like hers who are/have navigated a loved one with an Alzheimer's/dementia diagnosis.

🔥 RSVP NOW OPEN 🔥

Get ready for an authentic Texas-style BBQ at the home of Steve & Ellen Lux in Andover (off Elm Street) on Saturday afternoon, August 29th!

In Texas, BBQ isn't just food—it's a tradition. Slow-smoked meats, great company, and a relaxed afternoon spent with friends are what it's all about. We'll be bringing a little Lone Star State flavor to New England for an afternoon of delicious food, laughter, and hospitality.

Mark your calendars now and come hungry!

📅 Saturday, August 29 - time TBA
📍 Home of Steve & Ellen Lux, Andover (off Elm Street)

Details to come!

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to roughly 2,000 families each Wednesday..
The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning. Volunteers distribute food at a specific “station”.

1st Wednesday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Lots of standing.  LIght lifting (No heavy lifting required).

Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover.
This food drive is held weekly on Thursday afternoons (Help from 3:45-5:30).

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Your time will make a real difference for local families in need.

Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

A short overview of the American Red Cross and its lines of service; how the local Chapter works to fulfill these missions; and how we might work with the Rotary club and other
local organizations to more deeply engage in communities in the Northeastern Chapter.

Margaret White is a versatile and experienced leader, her background spanning over 40 years in military service, and 20 years in law enforcement. Throughout her military
career, she held various leadership and command positions, including Director and Senior Operations Officer 
for Domestic Support in the Massachusetts National Guard and completed her career as Assistant Adjutant General
for Homeland Security in the Massachusetts Military Division. Upon retirement, she carried over her experience
in collaborative interagency planning, emergency response and preparedness, and military plans and operations to her
work on the Massachusetts Region, Northeastern Chapter Board of Directors for the American
Red Cross.

Join us on

Thursday, September 10th 
at 12:30 pm for lunch or 5:30 pm for dinner

at the Chateau in Andover. 

20% of the total sales (before tax) will benefit the Andover Rotary Charitable Trust.  

If you are unable to join us for lunch or dinner, any purchase on this day from 11:30 am to 9:00 pm (dine-in on your own time, take-out or online orders) will qualify.

Mention "FLAG YOUR CHECK" to the server or phone rep or if placing an online order, add the item "Fundraiser" to your cart and "Rotary" under special instructions.  

Invite your friends, co-workers, family members! 

To "sign-up" for either lunch or dinner, CLICK HERE.

NOTE: Your sign-up will reserve a seat for you/your guest(s) at tables in our section and does not include the cost of the meal.

Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover.
This food drive is held weekly on Thursday afternoons (Help from 3:45-5:30).

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Your time will make a real difference for local families in need.

Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

Dr. Edward O’Neil Jr. earned his Medical degree from George Washington University, and completed a residency and chief residency in internal medicine at Boston Medical
Center. Dr. O’Neil completed the three-year Kellogg National Leadership Program, studying leadership, international development, and politics. In 1998, he founded the
non-profit organization Omni-Med, which focuses on health volunteerism and ethical leadership. 

To date, over 350 physicians, nurses and students have gone abroad through Omni Med’s innovative, cooperatively designed programs in Belize, Guyana, Kenya, and
for the past 20 years, in Uganda. In Uganda, Omni Med works closely with the Ministry of Health, and has trained/ maintained 1500 community health workers, constructed 35
protected water sources, and runs programs in hypertension screening, mental health, and clinical research. Dr O’Neil is the author of two books published by the American
Medical Association in 2006, Awakening Hippocrates: A Primer on Health, Poverty, and Global Service, and A Practical Guide to Global Health Service. Dr. O’Neil is a
practicing emergency physician at Boston Medical Center-Brighton and an associate professor of emergency medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine.

Lazarus House Food Pantry (aka St. Martha’s Food Pantry) supplies healthy groceries to over 1900 families each week. The Pantry offers a dignified shopping experience, allowing choices and greater independence and planning.

On Mondays, Volunteers help unload food delivery truck, and may help stock shelves too.

2nd Monday of each month...with 4-5 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover

Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover.
This food drive is held weekly on Thursday afternoons (Help from 3:45-5:30).

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Your time will make a real difference for local families in need.

Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

Rooted in Service: Reintroducing Andover Garden Club, a Civic Leader for the next 100 Years: In 2027, the Andover Garden Club is proud to celebrate its 100th anniversary, marking a century of service, education, and civic beautification. Since its founding, the Club has combined a passion for gardening with a strong commitment to community engagement, supporting projects that enhance public spaces, promote environmental stewardship, and contribute to the character and vitality of Andover. Andover Garden Club is the oldest active civic organization in Andover started by women. During their talk, they will introduce you to the Club’s programs, civic projects, scholarships, conservation initiatives, and seasonal events.

Your help is requested once again at this year's biggest street party, Andover Day, on Sat. Sept. 19th!

Andover Day 2026, where Downtown Andover (Main Street) will come alive with music, entertainment, food, beer and wine garden, kids zone, fitness & wellness village, farmers market and over 240 vendor and community booths…including the Rotary Club of Andover booth!

Volunteers are needed to help with:

• Set Up or Break Down booths/tents. Note: Must be able to lift/move at least 40 lbs.
• Registration/Street Warden (assist with check-in, directing vendors to their booths)
• Rotary Club of Andover Booth (Rotarians can share what's great about Rotary, and invite people to be our guest at upcoming meetings, and help with upcoming volunteer projects)

You do not need to be a Rotarian to join us!  Please see opportunties to help under Online Registration.
Questions?  Contact Diana