A century of service

The Rotary Club of Marblehead is set to unveil a community clock in a special ceremony on May 11 at 11 a.m., just outside the National Grand Bank. The community clock is a gift to Marblehead and celebrates the Rotary Club’s 100th birthday.

Since its establishment in 1923, the Rotary Club of Marblehead has steadfastly lived out its mission of “Service Before Self.” Through numerous projects and initiatives, the club has consistently demonstrated the power of service and its impact on the town of Marblehead.

From their early years providing shoes and socks for underprivileged children to their support for a service dog project for children with autism, the Rotary Club’s efforts have left a lasting mark. They have generously provided dictionaries and books for the YMCA Reading Room, funded scholarships for deserving high school seniors and contributed $300,000 towards camperships, allowing kids from low-income families to go to summer camp.

The list is too lengthy to list here, but believe us when we say it is long.

The Rotary Club’s reach extends far beyond the borders of Marblehead, too, with global literacy projects, clean water initiatives and hearing aid projects in Guatemala. A centerpiece commitment to the End Polio Now campaign further typifies their dedication to making a difference on a global scale.

Marblehead is indeed fortunate to have not just one Rotary Club but two. The Rotary Club of Marblehead also sponsored the establishment of the Rotary Club of Marblehead Harbor. Furthermore, let us not forget the ElderAct Clubs and the InterAct Club at Marblehead High School, both of which received support from Marblhead’s Rotary Clubs.

As we celebrate the Rotary Club of Marblehead’s 100 years of service, we acknowledge the countless hours and dedication these committed volunteers have invested in their mission and in Marblehead. May the Rotary Club of Marblehead thrive for another hundred years.

Letters To The Editor

The start of something big

I was only able to attend one night of the Town Meeting and just wanted to thank you for the great coverage and guide to all the articles, and updates on social media. And thanks to Shubie’s for sponsoring it. I’m hopeful that this kind of continued coverage will improve overall engagement in our local policy and decision making.

Jennifer Shepherd Charlotte Road

Story brought subject to tears

Thank you, Marblehead Current, for your incredibly generous coverage of my girls confidence-building program. I cried when I read it. Only those closest to me know why this piece is especially significant.

Miss Molly’s Musical Magic was an unexpected blessing that came from the worst of times. Perhaps it may offer inspiration to anyone else going through a hard time. I was very ill from mold exposure. I couldn’t work. A musical friend who knew I loved to sing encouraged me to learn my guitar. The music saved me in every way.

I am declaring this four-year “illness chapter” of my life over. Joy has won. Chris Stephens told my perfect story.

Thank you!