Wellesley Mothers Forum has slew of activities, resources on tap

July 6, 2018 by bbrown Leave a Comment

The Wellesley Mothers Forum recently kicked off its 2018-2019 membership year at the Wellesley College Club.

Co-Presidents Bettina Janco and Ariane Misialek lead a group of 65 volunteers to provide opportunities and support for over 500 local mothers.

The Forum enables members to share information and advice on a wide range of topics through online discussion and message boards. Subgroups such as Moms of Children with Special Needs, Working Moms, Playgroups, Children Entering Kindergarten, Meals for Moms, and a variety of social groups provide further opportunities to connect with members who share similar interests or are in need of support.

The Forum will feature lectures over the next year on topics including teaching your child confidence, helping kids make and keep friendships, managing stressful situations, and sibling rivalry, just to name a few. Members benefit from the Merchant Discount Program (over 160 merchants), and can take part in events for moms and the whole family such as: Morses Pond Family Picnic, Fall Carnival, Halloween Party, Cookie Swap, and various Children’s Events and Moms Night Outs throughout the year.

Membership is open to residents of Wellesley and surrounding towns. To join, please visit www.wellesleymothersforum.com.

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Wellesley Rotary reveals its new board

June 26, 2018 by bbrown Leave a Comment

The Rotary Club of Wellesley earlier this month installed its board for 2018-2019 at the Wellesley College Club.

The Rotary Club swore in Paul Simard as its new President. He succeeds Bob Anthony, who served in 2017-2018.

Simard has been a Wellesley resident for 40 years and a Rotary Member since 2016. During his remarks to the group, he indicated that he will champion service projects that offer inspiration and growth to children with limited opportunities.

The rest of the board: John Adams (treasurer); Bill Westerman (president-elect); and Frank Rowbotham (secretary).

Wellesley rotary — John Adams, Bill Westerman, Paul Simard, Pamela Anastasi (Billerica Rotary), Tory De Fazio (conducted induction ceremony), Frank Rowbotham

The Rotary Club of Wellesley meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 7-8pm at the Wellesley College Club and is preceded by a buffet that starts at 6:15pm.

Wellesley Friendship Circle comes full circle before breaking for the summer

May 31, 2018 by Deborah Brown 1 Comment

On Mondays from October through May Wellesley Friendly Aid hosts Friendship Circle, a program for senior women of all income levels. The last meeting before the group breaks for the summer was hosted by the provisional class of Wellesley Service League and Wellesley Friendly Aid at the home of Lynne Smith, also known as the Red Sox lady. Lynne graciously shared a lot of her custom-made Red Sox memorabilia and stories with the ladies. She wears a necklace with a picture of each of the starters for every game.

Durning the year, Friendship Circle participants enjoy a wide variety of activities including speakers, holiday parties, musical performances, and excursions in addition to lunch. Wellesley Service League provides transportation and lunch to participants.

Thanks to sharp-eyed reader ML for the scoop and the pics. More pictures below:

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Good times at the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Fun Run

May 22, 2018 by Deborah Brown Leave a Comment

The Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club organized their 5th annual Wonder Run 5k and Kids Fun Run. How much fun was it? Just take a look at the video:

Full results here.

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Get out there and enjoy the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run, Sunday, May 20

May 18, 2018 by Deborah Brown Leave a Comment

SPONSORED POST: It’s finally almost here. The Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club (WHJWC) 5th annual Wonder Run 5k and Kids Fun Run is set to take place on Sunday, May 20. The 5k starts at 8:30am at the Wellesley High School track and takes runners and walkers on a scenic tour of town. The Kids Fun Run, which takes place on the High School track, starts at 9:30am.

Remember last month when you felt so bad for the Boston Marathoners as they sloshed through town in the sleet and the pouring rain, shivering in the hypothermia-inducing 30-degree temperatures? Well, the WHJWC has arranged the type of day when the only shock to your system will be when you discover that, wow, your entire family is really pretty good at this running thing.

Whether you’re one of those intense in it to win it types or you just want to low-key get out there, one thing stays the same in this race — all proceeds help organizer WHJWC provide scholarships and other charitable aid. In 2017, the group gave away $143,000 — $72,000 in scholarships and $71,000 in grants.

Online pre-registration is $30 (Wonder Run 5K) and $10 (Kids Fun Run) and is now available. Register early to secure your Wonder Run 5K T-Shirt! The first 300 5K registrants will receive a race t-shirt.