Events

The MBTS Sustainability Committee holds its 23rd annual community cleanup day.  See Instagram for more details.

Consideration of a proposed grant partnering with other Rotary's for an medical equipment.

Serve lunch to needy in Beverly

Cape Ann Works is a new initative happening in Rockport in an old restaurant  location that has goal for helping people get job skills,  Best I leav it there and have Mechelle Brown  explain

Cook and serve breakfast at Gloucester's day center.

Public hours are 7:30 to 11:30

Cook and serve dinner for needy in Beverly.

Sign up via email with Chris Shea, chrisshea317@gmail.com.  Partial time ok.

Cook and serve breakfast at Gloucester's day center.

The Manchester-Essex Rotary Club is very pleased to announce the second annual Gears For Good on Sunday, September 20 2026, based out of Masconomo Park. The event is intended to both further the Club’s mission of community service in encouraging residents from both communities to enjoy biking as an important and fun way to recreate. Future events may also serve as a Club fundraiser depending on the level of participation. 

From Club President Jess Spinelli: We are thrilled to offer this inaugural community biking event as part of our Rotary Club's mission of Service Above Self for the enjoyment and benefit of riders of all ages, and especially as a means to encourage our young riders to experience the joy and fitness benefits of bike riding.

There will be three different riding options to encourage riders of all ages and skill levels, from young riders with a fun obstacle course, teen and adult riders to Gordon College Trails (approximately 8 miles) and a longer route into Essex to Conomo Point with a water stop for more experienced road riders (approximately 18 mile loop). The event will also include a fun inflatable bouncy tent, coffee & treats, and participation with other town entities including Manchester’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee, Public Safety and Riverside Cycle.

The event details are follows:

Date: September 20, rain or shine

Time: 10:00 AM

Registration 9:00 – 9:45

Location: Masconomo Park, Manchester by the Sea, Massachusetts 

Three Routes:

Bike Rodeo for under 7 year olds (cones course at Mascomo Park)

Road / Gravel ride to Gordon College Trails (8 miles total)

Road ride to Essex Conomo Point (18 mile loop)

Cost: 

$35 Adults ($25 early registration)

$15 under 18 ($10 early registration)

$65 families ($55 early registration)

Bike Rodeo participation is free

About the Manchester-Essex Rotary Club: Rotary is a global network of over 1 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who come together to make positive, lasting change in communities at home around the globe – in the spirit of fun and fellowship. Chartered in 2002, the Club’s mission is community and international service with a motto of Service Above Self, and raises money through event fundraising to give about $40,000 away annually to local non-profits, community groups and schools including about $15,000 in high school scholarships. The Club gave away a record $50,000 in fiscal year 2025. The Club meets weekly and consists of over 40 members primarily from Manchester and Essex, and welcomes participation from all neighboring communities.