Northeast Presidents-Elect Learning Seminar (NEPELS) is a cornerstone event designed to empower the next generation of Rotary leaders. NEPELS (March 5-7) is designed to equip your Presidents Elect with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to lead.

 

If you would like to show your PE or other District Leaders your Club's support, for $100 you can send an Honor Message for display on the screen in the main ballroom during PELS. 

 

Mark your calendar for May 2, 2026, as we come together to celebrate Governor Pooja's year at the District Conference.

The event will take place at the Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites, offering an ideal setting for this special occasion.

Registration of the District Conference will be opening soon. Stay tuned for further announcements regarding the registration process.

In the past few months, the Melrose Rotary Club has welcomed six new members! “Each one of our new members bring something special to our club,” noted Club President Julie Nolan. “We have local bankers, an oncology nurse, an educational storyteller, a retired global change scientist, and an owner of a construction company. The skills each new member brings to our club are extraordinary!” Even though they have only recently joined the Melrose club, not all our new members are new to Rotary. Allen Solomon was a long-time member of a Rotary club in Oregon prior to moving to Melrose. Sara Doktor comes from a family of Rotarians, and was active in Rotaract and Interact, as well as RYLA and Youth Exchange.

 

Melrose's Newest Members (Pictured L-R) are Jim Hennesy, Sara Doktor, President Julie Nolan, Samantha Lightizer and Allen Solomon. New members not pictured are Paul Roche and Florence Lee.

The club meets every Thursday in the GAR Room at Melrose Memorial Hall from 12:15pm to 1:30pm.

The Marblehead Interact Club began the year with over 100 members, all motivated to continue the service culture of the club. Off to a strong start, they have been fundraising and helping other local non-profits, including the Marblehead Rotary Club 5K, which raised over $50,000.

 

As a club, they have learned and carry the spirit of "Service Above Self". They have made donations to the Marblehead Food Bank and Toys for Tots and managing a winter clothes drive and hands on work at local non-profits. Our officers have been amazing and have built layers of leadership to support each grade.