Events

Rooted in Service: Reintroducing Andover Garden Club, a Civic Leader for the next 100 Years: In 2027, the Andover Garden Club is proud to celebrate its 100th anniversary, marking a century of service, education, and civic beautification. Since its founding, the Club has combined a passion for gardening with a strong commitment to community engagement, supporting projects that enhance public spaces, promote environmental stewardship, and contribute to the character and vitality of Andover. Andover Garden Club is the oldest active civic organization in Andover started by women. During their talk, they will introduce you to the Club’s programs, civic projects, scholarships, conservation initiatives, and seasonal events.

Your help is requested once again at this year's biggest street party, Andover Day, on Sat. Sept. 19th!

Andover Day 2026, where Downtown Andover (Main Street) will come alive with music, entertainment, food, beer and wine garden, kids zone, fitness & wellness village, farmers market and over 240 vendor and community booths…including the Rotary Club of Andover booth!

Volunteers are needed to help with:

• Set Up or Break Down booths/tents. Note: Must be able to lift/move at least 40 lbs.
• Registration/Street Warden (assist with check-in, directing vendors to their booths)
• Rotary Club of Andover Booth (Rotarians can share what's great about Rotary, and invite people to be our guest at upcoming meetings, and help with upcoming volunteer projects)

You do not need to be a Rotarian to join us!  Please see opportunties to help under Online Registration.
Questions?  Contact Diana

The Good Shepherd Soup Kitchen at Lazarus House provides freshly prepared hot meals for more than 300 people a day at breakfast and lunch sittings.  Volunteers serve food to the individuals who stop in for a hot meal and socialization.  4th Thursday of each month...with 4 volunteers from The Rotary Club of Andover.

260 Park Street (Corner Park and Exchange);  Lawrence, MA

Help Fight Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food insecurity continues to affect many individuals and families in Andover and throughout the Merrimack Valley.

Our community partner, Neighbors in Need, is looking for volunteers to assist with its weekly Food Pantry at the Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court, Andover.
This food drive is held weekly on Thursday afternoons (Help from 3:45-5:30).

Volunteers are needed to:

• Carry food boxes
• Move food using carts
• Staff the food distribution tables

Your time will make a real difference for local families in need.

Family, friends and community volunteers are all welcome! Thank you for helping us put Service Above Self into action!

Andover Youth Services (AYS) is mission driven to provide opportunities to create memories and empower our youth to become leaders and find their voice. 

AYS continues to be an advocate for youth development in the community and a bridge between youth and a network of support services. The Cormier Youth Center is a Town owned facility operated by the Andover Youth Services division of the Community Services Department.

About Keith Taverna:

Mr. Taverna is a familiar face in our schools and community. He was appointed as superintendent in June 2026 after serving as interim superintendent from March through June 2026. He brings extensive experience in educational leadership, school finance, and district operations.

Prior to his appointment as superintendent, Mr. Taverna served as Andover Public Schools’ Assistant Superintendent of Administration and Finance from 2022 to 2026, overseeing the district’s financial and administrative functions and supporting the alignment of resources with the district’s strategic priorities.

Before joining Andover, Mr. Taverna spent 12 years with Danvers Public Schools, where he held several leadership roles, including Interim Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Personnel. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts, in 2009. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Business Administration from Worcester State College in Worcester, Massachusetts, earned in 2007. Mr. Taverna holds Massachusetts licensure as a Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent and as a School Business Administrator.

About Jimmy D’Andrea:

Entering his third year as principal, Mr. D’Andrea has helped strengthen a sense of community at Andover High School. Drawing on 25 years of experience in public education, he successfully led the school through the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) accreditation process during the 2025–26 school year, reaffirming AHS's commitment to continuous improvement and high academic standards.

Through his active engagement with students, families, and staff, both in person and through social media, Mr. D’Andrea has fostered strong school connections and visibility. In recognition of his leadership and commitment to the school community, the AHS Class of 2025 honored him with the Distinguished Citizen Award at graduation, making him the first principal to receive the recognition.

Prior to joining Andover, he served as principal of Cheltenham High School, located just north of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Before his work in Cheltenham, he spent 15 years in Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland, where he held several administrative leadership roles, including principal of Kingsview Middle School for four years and principal of Northwest High School for five years.

Mr. D’Andrea began his career in education at Anacostia Senior High School in Washington, D.C., where he served as a biology and chemistry teacher, ninth-grade team leader, and academy coordinator. In 2006, he was named The Washington Post Teacher of the Year for Washington, D.C.

Mr. D’Andrea earned a bachelor’s degree from Vanderbilt University, master’s degrees from George Washington University and the University of Illinois Chicago, and a graduate certificate in school administration and supervision from Johns Hopkins University.

Walk to End Alzheimer's

1300 participants...300 team...and they need some help from Andover Rotarians!
Andover Rotarians:  Parking Attendants!  Help make sure the cars arriving get parked safely.
8 openings for parking helpers; 10 openings for walkers
Parking Attendants 7:00 am-10:00 am
Please work with the parking captain to help direct people into empty spots and keep the lot flowing efficiently throughout the morning.
There is a "Volunteer Check-in Tent, then see Al or Rich to get matched to a parking team

Walkers:  Arrive around 9:00, and finish about 12:00

Schedule of Events 

5:30 am                   Walk Site Setup Begins

7:45 - 8:15 am        Sponsor and Vendor Set up 

8:30 am                  Site is Open and Walkers Welcome

9:40 am                  ZUMBA Warmup at Stage

9:45 am                  Promise Garden Ceremony Begins

10:00 am                Walk Kicks Off

11:30-12:00 pm      Walkers Return to Walk Site

12:30 pm                Festivities come to a close for another year!

Location:

Save the Date – 2nd Annual NuBingo Fundraiser!
 

Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 22 and join the Rotary Club of Andover for our
2nd Annual NuBingo Fundraiser at the Lawrence Elks Lodge!

If you joined us last year, you know what a fantastic evening it was—great prizes, lots of laughs, and a room full of friendly competition, all while supporting the Rotary Club's service projects and charitable initiatives. Thanks to the enthusiasm of our players and supporters, last year's event was a tremendous success, and we're looking forward to making this year's even better.

More details and registration information will be available soon.

Interested in being a sponsor? Contact President Ken Feyl.

For now, save the date and plan to join us for another fun-filled night of NuBingo!