MARLBOROUGH – Pam Morse was present at the Bolton Street Tavern as the Rotary Club of Marlborough gave a head start on college tuition to 11 2024 high school graduates as they awarded $25,000 in scholarships at their June 13 meeting. Five local graduates walked away with $4,000 each and five other graduates were awarded $1,000 each for their education.
The service club also offers a tool scholarship to a student from Assabet graduating to help them outfit for their trade.
The $4,000 scholarships are in memory of Pam’s parents, the late Attorney Walter Morse and his wife Joyce.
“Today, I would like to recognize Pam’s huge donations to our scholarship fund,” said club president Heather Johnston. “Pam has donated $20,000 last year and another $20,000 this year.”
Pam is no stranger to the Rotary Club. Both her father and her grandfather served as president of this Rotary Club.
“From the bottom of my heart,” continued Heather, “and from all our Rotarians, I thank you for your generous contributions.”
GOODNOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, along with many other schools across the district, celebrated the Special Olympics in grand style. At Goodnow, the Olympians were honored with a mindful, sensory-sensitive parade through the halls and enjoyed various fun events in the cafeteria.
MARLBOROUGH NATIVE Colin Hennessy graduated from Penn State and began interning in the office of state Sen. Jamie Eldridge for the Summer of 2023. After doing an outstanding job filling in for a staffer on parental leave, Colin has just accepted a position as Research Analyst for state Sen. Julian Cyr.
“I’m extremely happy,” stated Jamie, “that Colin will remain on Beacon Hill.”
THE MARLBOROUGH FARMERS MARKET is underway with a variety of items from farms including micro greens, mushrooms, soaps, honey and more. Head down on Saturdays to the parking lot behind Chin’s Garden on Main Street between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. for some great finds.
Kudos to Melynda and JP Gallagher of Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company for organizing, managing, and bringing this market alive for the community. Mayor Christian Dumais presented Melynda and JP with a check for $2,500 from the Mayor’s Charity Fund. These funds will go toward the Marlborough Farmers Market’s SNAP Match Program. This program allows low-income families on SNAP to double their purchasing power through a dollar-to-dollar match at farmers markets when buying nutritious foods and produce. Use the Weed Street Parking Lot (behind Chin’s Garden).
TRUE VIBE will be featured at the 2024 Marlborough Summer Concert Series in Union Common on Thursday, July 25, at 7 p.m. The music will include funk, soul, blues, jazz and rock. The series of concerts are great entertainment for the whole family. Presented by Mayor Christian Dumais and the Recreation Department, admission is free. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the concert with family and friends. The concerts are being held in Union Common, Thursday evenings, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the corner of Main and Bolton (Rte. 85) streets, Marlborough. Local breweries are on site each week to provide adult refreshments to those who wish to partake. Larry Bee & The Buzz will be featured at the July 18 Summer Concert Series.
MARLBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL held its annual Student Recognition Awards Ceremony on June 5 at the Whitcomb School Auditorium. Students were honored for their outstanding academic achievements across various subjects. At the end of the night, Dr. Dan Riley, principal, announced the 2024 Marlborough High School Teacher of the Year, Sabrina Riley.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
July 20 – Christine Delano
July 22 – Dick Yurkus and Shanna Haas
July 24 – Ed Thurber and Jeremy Crocker
July 27 – John Rowe and Tim Goliger
July 28 – Jenn Bastien and Pauline Wills
July 29 – Larry Wenzel, Elaine Schuster and Max Hooker
July 31 – Donald Whitten
Aug. 1 – Mary Rowe
Aug. 2 – Barbara McGuire
Aug. 3 – Bob Kays
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
July 28 – Frank and Pat Puma
July 28 – Laura and Jim Wilner
Aug. 3 – Pauline and Max Wills
Send items for “Marlborough at a Glance” to Mary Wenzel at [email protected]. Put GLANCE in the subject line.
