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The Rotary Club of Wells, proudly established on January 17, 1986, is dedicated to community service, supporting local, regional, and international initiatives, and fostering fellowship, professional growth, and development.
Rotary Club of Wells, Maine 
Wells
We meet In Person
Wednesdays at 11:30 AM
For the Love of Food and Drink
411 Post Road
Wells, ME 04090
United States of America
Our club meets in person the 1ST and 3RD WEDNESDAY of each month. Our 1st meeting will be a breakfast meeting held at 8:00 AM. Our 2nd meeting will be a lunch meeting beginning at 11:30 AM. All meetings will be held at For the Love of Food & Drink.
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A Message From Our Co-President, Nate Mayo

As Co-President of the Wells Rotary, it is my honor to welcome you to our club’s website. Here, you'll find a glimpse into who we are, the work we do, and the ways we are making a positive impact in our community and around the world.

Whether you are a visiting Rotarian, a community member, or someone interested in service, we invite you to explore, connect, and consider joining us as we work together to create lasting change.

For more information on our club and future events, feel free to contact me.

Thank you for stopping by, we’re glad you’re here!

Nate Mayo
Co-President, Wells Rotary Club

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World Polio Day – October 24, 2025
World Polio Day – October 24, 2025

Together, We Can End Polio

Every year on World Polio Day, Rotary clubs around the world come together to share one important message — we’re this close to ending polio for good!

Since 1985, Rotary has been leading the global fight to wipe out polio through its PolioPlus program. Working with incredible partners like the World Health Organization, UNICEF, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Rotary has helped reduce polio cases by over 99.9%.

That’s an amazing accomplishment, but our work isn’t finished yet. Polio still exists in a few parts of the world, and Rotary members continue to raise awareness, vaccinate children, and support the mission to make sure no child ever suffers from polio again.

Here in Wells, our Rotary Club is proud to be part of this effort. On World Polio Day, we join thousands of clubs worldwide in shining a light on Rotary’s commitment to a healthier, safer future for every child. Every donation, no matter the amount, brings us one step closer to ending polio. 

Watch this short video to learn more about Rotary’s work to end polio:

 
Want to help?
You can make a difference by donating directly to Rotary’s End Polio Now campaign here: Donate to End Polio Now
 
Together, we can make history. Let’s keep going until polio is gone for good. 
 
Honoring Our Veterans at Wells High School 🇺🇸
Honoring Our Veterans at Wells High School 🇺🇸

The Wells Rotary Club was proud to join the Town of Wells Veterans Committee in serving a special dinner for our local veterans ahead of the annual Salute to Armed Forces football game at Wells High School.

It was an honor to be part of this meaningful tradition; a night that celebrates the courage, dedication, and service of our community’s veterans.

A heartfelt thank-you to the Wells Warriors Football Team, Coach Tim Roche, Cindy Roche, Wells High School staff and administration, and everyone who helped make this event such a success in support of the Mike Guyer Foundation. And most of all, to our veterans; we are deeply grateful for your service and sacrifice.

Photo Credit: Town of Wells Facebook Page
 
 
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Salute to Armed Forces Night
Salute to Armed Forces Night
🇺🇸 Salute to Armed Forces Night 🇺🇸
 
The Rotary Club of Wells is honored to support our community and pay tribute to our veterans and their families at this year’s Salute to Armed Forces Night.
 
We are proud to provide a complimentary dinner for veterans and their families at 4:30 PM on October 3rd, prior to the ceremony.
 
On the menu:
🥩 Steak Tips
🌽 Corn on the Cob
🥗 Garden Salad
 
It is our privilege to serve those who have served our country. We look forward to joining our community in honoring and celebrating our Armed Forces.
 
Veterans wishing to register and receive dinner, please contact Cindy at croche@wocsd.org
 
We can’t wait to see you there!
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FREE Heart Saver/CPR Course
FREE Heart Saver/CPR Course

**REGISTRATION IS FULL**

The Rotary Club of Wells is proud to offer a FREE Heart Saver/CPR Course to the community. This hands-on class, led by certified instructors, will provide you with the knowledge and skills to respond confidently in an emergency.

Course Details:
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 30
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM 
📍 Location: Wells Police & Fire Department, 1563 Post Rd, Wells, ME 04090

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to recognize and respond to emergency situations

  • Basic life support skills

  • How to perform CPR

  • Real-life demonstrations

  • Hands-on training to build confidence

Participants will receive official Heart Saver/CPR certification upon completion.

This event is free and open to the public as part of the Rotary Club of Wells’ commitment to serving our community. Space is limited, so please register early to secure your spot.

👉 Register here: https://wellsrotary.org/event/free-heart-saver-cpr-course/

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District Governor Emma Bodwell Visits Wells Rotary Club!
District Governor Emma Bodwell Visits Wells Rotary Club!

The Wells Rotary Club had the privilege of hosting District Governor Emma Bodwell for a special meeting this past week. It was a wonderful opportunity for our members to come together, share in fellowship, and hear her vision for the Rotary year ahead.

Governor Bodwell’s theme, “Unite for Good,” highlights the importance of building connections, strengthening partnerships, and amplifying the impact Rotary can have when we work together. During her visit, she spoke passionately about the role Rotarians play not only in their local communities but also on a global scale, reminding us that every act of service—big or small—contributes to meaningful change.

She also took time to learn about the many projects and initiatives happening within our club. From community service efforts to fundraising events, Governor Bodwell was eager to hear how the Wells Rotary Club is making a difference here at home. Her encouragement to continue sharing our stories and celebrating successes was both motivating and affirming of the work our members dedicate themselves to each year.

The meeting was not only inspiring but also a celebration of the Rotary spirit. Members left feeling energized and reminded of the strength that comes from being part of a larger organization united in service.

We are truly grateful to Governor Bodwell for spending time with us and sharing her leadership, insight, and enthusiasm. Her visit was a meaningful reminder of the power of Rotary and the positive change we can create together.

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Inspiring Visit from Traci Anello of Community Gourmet
Inspiring Visit from Traci Anello of Community Gourmet

At our recent Wells Rotary meeting, we had the pleasure of welcoming Traci Anello, founder of Community Gourmet. Her presentation left a lasting impression on all of us, showcasing not only her dedication to addressing food insecurity but also her innovative approach to helping others in the community.

Traci’s work goes beyond the traditional care package. She creates “meal kits”, thoughtfully designed packages that include not only nutritious food but also recipes and essential kitchen tools, such as measuring cups, spoons, and spatulas. These kits are designed to empower recipients, giving them the resources and confidence to prepare healthy meals for themselves and their families. It’s a simple idea, yet it makes a meaningful impact on those who receive them.

During her talk, Traci also introduced the Charlie Cart, a mobile teaching kitchen that brings hands-on cooking education directly to the community. The Charlie Cart allows individuals to learn essential cooking skills, experiment with new recipes, and gain the confidence to make healthy choices in their everyday lives. This innovative program is a perfect example of how thoughtful, creative solutions can make a lasting difference in people’s lives.

Traci’s passion, compassion, and energy were evident throughout her presentation. She shared the origins of Community Gourmet, the partnerships that are forming to support its mission, and her vision for a sustainable program that nourishes not only the body but also the spirit. Her dedication to making a positive impact left our members feeling inspired and hopeful for the future.

Community Gourmet is a shining example of how creativity, care, and commitment can come together to address real-world challenges like food insecurity. 

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Harborfest 2025 Recap – A Day to Remember!
Harborfest 2025 Recap – A Day to Remember!

What a fantastic day at Harborfest 2025! The Rotary Club of Wells had an incredible time connecting with our community, serving delicious food, and raising funds for the causes that matter most to us.

Thanks to the overwhelming support from our volunteers, Rotarians, local businesses, and attendees, this year’s event was a great success. A special shout out to Wells IGA Super Food Market for their generous donation of all the food, we couldn’t have done it without you!

Every dollar raised at Harborfest goes directly toward Rotary-led projects that benefit our town and beyond. From youth programs to local service initiatives, your support truly makes a difference.

📸 Check out some highlights from the day on our Facebook page!

Thank you again to everyone who showed up, pitched in, and helped make Harborfest such a memorable community celebration. We can’t wait to do it all again next year!

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Special Rotary Meeting – Wednesday, August 13th
Special Rotary Meeting – Wednesday, August 13th

We’re honored to welcome District Governor Emma Bodwell to Wells Rotary! 🎉 Her theme for the year, “Unite for Good,” encourages us to come together, build partnerships, and create meaningful impact — and she’s excited to hear your stories and celebrate the great work happening in our club.

Let’s show up strong, share our passion, and give Emma the warm Wells Rotary welcome she deserves! 💙🌍

**Please note: Our August 20th meeting is cancelled so we can welcome a very special guest one week earlier!

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Wells Rotary is Looking for Guest Speakers!
Wells Rotary is Looking for Guest Speakers!
Do you have a story to tell, a mission to share, or knowledge to inspire? Wells Rotary is looking for engaging guest speakers for our upcoming meetings!
 
We meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month and are always excited to welcome individuals who can bring fresh perspectives to our group — whether it’s about local initiatives, professional experiences, community service, or unique adventures.

If you’re interested or know someone who might be, please send us a message or comment below. We’d love to connect!
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HarborFest Save The Date!!
HarborFest Save The Date!!

Get ready for a fun-filled day at HarborFest 2025! Join us on Saturday, July 26th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Wells Harbor Community Park for a fantastic community event packed with activities, games, food, and more!

The Wells Rotary Club will be serving up delicious burgers, hot dogs, sausages, chips, water, and soda—all generously donated by Wells IGA Super Food Market. Every bite supports a great cause, with all proceeds going directly to Rotary community projects.

We’ll also be promoting our Festival of Trees Event coming this December! Stop by our table to learn more about what’s ahead—and purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to win our festive Lottery Ticket Christmas Tree, a fun preview of the holiday magic to come!!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come celebrate summer with us!

See you at the Harbor!

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Welcome Roy Fava, Co-President!
Welcome Roy Fava, Co-President!
We had a fantastic turnout yesterday morning for our End of Year Changeover! 🌟 We’re excited to welcome Roy Fava as Co-President alongside Nate Mayo as we head into a new Rotary year.
 
Roy has been a dedicated and enthusiastic member of Wells Rotary! He is always ready to lend a hand, share an idea, or bring energy to a project. His leadership style is collaborative, thoughtful, and rooted in a deep love for this community.
 
As Roy joins Nate in this leadership role, he brings a steady, passionate voice that will help guide Wells Rotary with purpose and positivity. Together, this is a powerful partnership that will lead forward with strength, vision, and heart!!
 
A big thank you to Meserve's Market for the delicious breakfast pizza and coffee!☕🍕
 
💙 NEXT UP: Harborfest!!! More to come!!
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A Great Morning with the Rotary Club of Wells!
A Great Morning with the Rotary Club of Wells!
We had a fantastic start to the day with a delicious breakfast from For the Love of Food & Drink—thank you for the great meal! It was wonderful to gather for meaningful conversation, share ideas, and continue our mission of service in the community.
There’s nothing better than good food, great company, and working together to make a difference!
Next Up! We’re excited to take part in the Celebration of Reading at Wells Junior High this Friday! Some of our members will be reading to the 5th grade class, sharing the joy of books and storytelling. 
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Warming Hearts and Building Community at the Senior Center
Warming Hearts and Building Community at the Senior Center
This morning, the Wells Rotary had the honor of joining the Wells Ogunquit Senior Center for their “Day of Warming” event.
A huge thank you to all the Rotarians and their families whose support made the day such a success! 
If you’d like to be part of this great community, we’d love to have you! Contact us to learn more about how you can get involved 😊
We’re already looking forward to next year!
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Wells Branch Community League
Wells Branch Community League
This afternoon we were pleased to welcome Joe Foster, Linda Searles, and Lucy Hardy of the Wells Branch Community League (with Wells Rotary President Nate Mayo); winners of the 2024 Wells Rotary Club Spring Photo Contest with a prize of FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS!!!!

If you are looking for a quaint and charming Hall to rent for your next family gathering, graduation party, baby shower, etc. you will be happy with the 19th century Wells Branch Community Hall at 1411 Branch Road. The hall has a full kitchen and two bathrooms. Additional parking is available at the abutting Goodwin craft parking lot, as well as the Wells Branch Fire Station museum. Rental rate is $150 per day or $75 for a 4-Hour special. Call Rick Clark at 207.337.1853 for more information.
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Golf Tournament
Rotary Club of Wells 
23rd Annual Chuck Cumming Golf Tournament
Monday, September 19, 2022
Old Marsh Country Club
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Rotary Uncorked

Rotary Uncorked!

 
Recently the Rotary Club of Wells held their first annual Wine Tasting event at the For Love of Food and Drink Restaurant in Wells. More than 30 Rotarians and guests attended. Matthew from Nappi Distributors provided an evening of education on various wines and guests gained knowledge on the great work that our Rotary club does locally. Hope to see you all next year!
Guest Speaker Captain Kevin Chabot

Rotarians meet with Captain Kevin Chabot

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Thank you to Captain Kevin Chabot  from the Wells Police Department for joining us at our March 2nd club meeting.  Captain Chabot shared valuable information around the process to staff up in the police department during the Summer.  He also offered insight into the counter measures that the Department has taken to mitigate recent crime within the town of Wells.
Supporting Red Cross Blood Drive

Rotary Club of Wells supports American Red Cross Blood Drive

Thank you to our fellow Rotarians who took time out of their busy day to help support an American Red Cross Blood Drive on February 8th.
YCCC Director presents at Rotary

Cait Grant, YCCC presents an Economic Overview

On February 16th,  Cait Grant, Director of Economic and Workforce Development  from York County Community College was the keynote speaker at our club luncheon. Cait shared critical date highlighting demographic profiles, employment trends, wage trends  and other employment factors facing employers in York County.  She also shared information regarding grants to help employers with work force training and development.  For more information on this email at alfondtraining@mccs.me.edu.
Day of Warming
 
The Wells Rotary Club hosted the “Day of Warming” at the Wells Ogunquit Senior Center yesterday. The “Tuscan” themed lunch included Caesar salad, pasta, meatballs and garlic bread and chocolate torte with vanilla ice cream for dessert.  Thank you to all of our volunteers for making this event a huge success.   Special thanks to Scott Defelice, Jim Lapolla , Billie Hobbs and Kathleen Thornton for their very generous contributions!
 
We Are On The Move!
 
Rotary Club of Wells announces new home as  lunch club!
Club President Danielle DeFelice is pleased to announce that the Rotary Club of Wells will be embarking on a new meeting format as we become a lunch club.  Beginning February 2nd the club will meet the first and third Wednesday of the month at 11:30 am at the Saltwater Farm which was recently purchased by the owners at "For the Love of Food and Drink". The club is very excited to partner with this locally owned restaurant which will give us not only a professional meeting space but also plenty of room to grow.  If you are interested in joining Rotary you may email the club at wellsrotary@gmail.com or call Danielle at 207-467-5113.  We would like to thank the Wells Public Library for giving us a home during covid.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fiber Arts Group Supports Wells Rotary
 
 

During the holidays, the Rotary Club of Wells launched a community based initiative called Operation Warm which provided new coats and ski pants to underserved children within the Wells Community. The project also included a collection of new hats, socks and mittens all donated by members of the community.  Partnering with the York County Community Action Center  (YCCAC)in  Sanford, case managers from YCCAC were able to identify families in need.

 

Recently the Wells Public Library Fiber Arts Group, which is an open drop-in program at the Library donated a variety of hand made items to Operation Warm including mittens, scarves, hats, quilts and blankets.

 
 
 
 
Wells Rotary Supports Our Military Families
 
The Rotary Club of Wells is pleased to donate $500 to help support our local military families who may have financial hardship during the holidays. This initiative was made possible through the collaborative effort of Sally Manninen, Director, Coalition Choose to Be Healthy.
 
Community Supports Operation Warm
Thank you!
A huge thank you to everyone who came out yesterday ( November 2nd) to support our warm clothing drive for children in need in our community. Hundreds of mittens, hats, socks and new jackets were collected and will be distributed to families in our area. Many of the items collected were in fact hand made ( knitted or crocheted) and some of you made monetary donations. We are overwhelmed at the response and truly appreciate the community partnership that the residents of Wells provided. If you still would like to make a donation, you may go to our website and click donate., $20 buys a new jacket for a child age 3 months to 8 years. Again, thank you to all who participated and to our volunteers as well.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Suzanne Ilsley

 

On Behalf o

Suzanne Ilsley

On behalf of our Club President Danielle DeFelice, we are saddened to announce the sudden passing of our beloved Rotarian Suzanne Ilsley.  Suzanne dedicated her whole life to community service and loved the opportunity to volunteer through Rotary.  She demonstrated  leadership not only as a Rotary Club member but also as a Club President and a n Assistant Governor.  She was the heart and soul of the Rotary Club of Wells and will be very much missed.  You may find more information regarding her memorial service in the link below.  Please keep her family in your prayers. .https://www.jspelkeyfuneralhome.com/obituary/suzanne-ilsley
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Nate Mayo
Co-President
Roy Fava
Treasurer
Scott DeFelice
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Eleanor Vadenais
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