Elections
The Kiwanis Club of Weston and the Kiwanis Club of Weston Foundation elected leaders for the year beginning October 1, 2025, at annual meetings on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Norfield Congregational Church’s parish hall.
The elections in each corporation’s meeting followed the adoption of amended bylaws, right-sizing the board size to reflect current membership numbers. This was designed to decrease administrative burden, allow the members to focus on their mutual purpose, and further the mission and values of Kiwanis.
Nominating Committee
Amy Jenner, immediate past president of the club, served as chair of the Nominating Committee with club President Tom Watson, President-elect Harry Spencer, and Harvey Luft. The committee proposed separate and similar slates for the club and foundation, aiming to better align the two boards in number and composition to facilitate governance efficiency.
Club Board
The club’s elected leadership is the board, which, under the amended bylaws adopted at the same meeting, consists of five officers (no change in number) and three directors (down from 10) serving one-year terms (down from two years, staggered).
Officers
The following 2025/2026 officers, in alphabetical order by last name, were elected with their roles indicated with the suffix “-designate” until their term begins on October 1. Dan Lerner, treasurer-designate; Harvey Luft, president-elect-designate; Harry Spencer, president-designate; Bob Uzenoff, secretary-designate; and Tom Watson, Immediate Past President-designate.
Directors
The 2025/2026 directors were elected in 2024 and will complete their two-year terms in September 2026: Frank Ferrara, John Moran, and Lisa Wexler.
Foundation Board
The foundation board, under the newly-adopted foundation bylaws and policies, and mirroring the club board, consists of five officers and three directors all with one-year terms.
Officers
Different from the club, yet common among boards, the foundation board elects the foundation officers. Before September the eight directors will meet at select the five officers from among their number. The foundation officers, newly, will be voting members of the board.
Directors
With the newly-adopted bylaws and policies, the number of director seats in fixed at three, down from five to 15, with term of one year, down from three years, and without term limit, formerly liited to two terms.
The following directors were elected to begin their terms October 1, 2055: Bill Brady, Frank Ferrara, Dan Lerner, Harvey Luft, Jim McMorris, John Moran, Harry Spencer, and Lisa Wexler.
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Last Updated: May 7, 2025 by Robert Uzenoff
Kiwanians Elect 2025/2026 Leaders
Elections
The Kiwanis Club of Weston and the Kiwanis Club of Weston Foundation elected leaders for the year beginning October 1, 2025, at annual meetings on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Norfield Congregational Church’s parish hall.
The elections in each corporation’s meeting followed the adoption of amended bylaws, right-sizing the board size to reflect current membership numbers. This was designed to decrease administrative burden, allow the members to focus on their mutual purpose, and further the mission and values of Kiwanis.
Nominating Committee
Amy Jenner, immediate past president of the club, served as chair of the Nominating Committee with club President Tom Watson, President-elect Harry Spencer, and Harvey Luft. The committee proposed separate and similar slates for the club and foundation, aiming to better align the two boards in number and composition to facilitate governance efficiency.
Club Board
The club’s elected leadership is the board, which, under the amended bylaws adopted at the same meeting, consists of five officers (no change in number) and three directors (down from 10) serving one-year terms (down from two years, staggered).
Officers
The following 2025/2026 officers, in alphabetical order by last name, were elected with their roles indicated with the suffix “-designate” until their term begins on October 1. Dan Lerner, treasurer-designate; Harvey Luft, president-elect-designate; Harry Spencer, president-designate; Bob Uzenoff, secretary-designate; and Tom Watson, Immediate Past President-designate.
Directors
The 2025/2026 directors were elected in 2024 and will complete their two-year terms in September 2026: Frank Ferrara, John Moran, and Lisa Wexler.
Foundation Board
The foundation board, under the newly-adopted foundation bylaws and policies, and mirroring the club board, consists of five officers and three directors all with one-year terms.
Officers
Different from the club, yet common among boards, the foundation board elects the foundation officers. Before September the eight directors will meet at select the five officers from among their number. The foundation officers, newly, will be voting members of the board.
Directors
With the newly-adopted bylaws and policies, the number of director seats in fixed at three, down from five to 15, with term of one year, down from three years, and without term limit, formerly liited to two terms.
The following directors were elected to begin their terms October 1, 2055: Bill Brady, Frank Ferrara, Dan Lerner, Harvey Luft, Jim McMorris, John Moran, Harry Spencer, and Lisa Wexler.
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Upcoming events
Club Meeting. Breakfast. Program: Kiwanis Club of Weston Service And Leadership Awards
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast and speaker: Westport Country Playhouse Art Director May 17 Mark Shanahan
Mark Shanahan was named Westport Country Playhouse incoming artistic director for 2023-24. He assumed the position in February 2024. Since 2018, he has been the curator of the Playhouse’s popular Script In Hand series originated by Annie Keefe.
Shanahan is the writer/director of The New York Times Critics’ Pick “A Sherlock Carol” (Off-Broadway Alliance nomination, Best New Play 2021), playing two seasons in New York and annually at London’s Marylebone Theatre. He directed his own adaptation of “Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd,” in partnership with Agatha Christie Ltd. in a World Premiere production at the Alley Theatre. Additionally, he is the author of “A Merry Little Christmas Carol,” “See Monsters of the Deep,” the Off-Broadway and regional hit comedy “The Dingdong,” and numerous radio plays as creator of the White Heron Ghost Light series, featuring Christopher Plummer, Judith Ivey, Rhonda Ross, and other notable actors.
Shanahan has directed at stages around the country, including Alley Theatre, George Street Playhouse, Virginia Stage, Arkansas Rep, White Heron, Mile Square Theatre, Hudson Stage, Theatre Squared, Fulton Opera House, Weston Playhouse, Orlando Shakespeare Festival, Florida Rep, Penguin Rep, Merrimack Rep, The Cape Playhouse, and many more.
As an actor, he has appeared on and off-Broadway (“The 39 Steps,” “Tryst,” “The Shaugraun,” and others) and at many celebrated regional theatres.
Shanahan has appeared on the Westport Country Playhouse stage as an actor in “Journey’s End” (2005) “David Copperfield,” directed by Joanne Woodward and Annie Keefe, (2005), “Sedition” (2007), “Tryst” (2008), and “Around the World in 80 Days” (2009) and over twenty Script In Hand readings. He has also directed his play “A Sherlock Carol” on the Playhouse stage.
During the pandemic, he created the Westport Country Playhouse Radio Theater in partnership with WSHU Public Radio, wrote/directed the Playhouse radio adaptation of “A Merry Little Christmas Carol,” and directed scripts.
Weston Kiwanis meets most Saturdays from September through June at Norfield Congregational Church's parish hall. Doors open at 8 a.m. for coffee and conversation, with the breakfast meeting beginning at 8:30 a.m. and ending no later than 10 a.m. After breakfast, we have a speaker or a community service activity.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
NO MEETING
Weston Kiwanis meets most Saturdays from September through June at Norfield Congregational Church parish hall. Doors open at 8 a.m. for coffee and conversation, with the breakfast meeting beginning at 8:30 a.m. and ending no later than 10 a.m. After breakfast, we have a speaker or community service activity.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast and Program: TBD
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast and business meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast and program: History Hunter Greg Van Antwerp
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast and Youth Awards.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Kiwanis Convention 2025
KIWANIS CONVENTION 2025 • PITTSBURGH, PA • JUNE 25-28
Forging the future
Pittsburgh is known for its innovative industries, thriving cultural scene and a landscape distinguished by rivers and bridges. Of course, the city is also known for its place at the heart of American steel manufacturing. Join us in Pittsburgh for the 2025 Kiwanis International Convention. Be a part of the education, fellowship and decision-making that will forge the organization’s future.
Kiwanis Convention 2025
KIWANIS CONVENTION 2025 • PITTSBURGH, PA • JUNE 25-28
Forging the future
Pittsburgh is known for its innovative industries, thriving cultural scene and a landscape distinguished by rivers and bridges. Of course, the city is also known for its place at the heart of American steel manufacturing. Join us in Pittsburgh for the 2025 Kiwanis International Convention. Be a part of the education, fellowship and decision-making that will forge the organization’s future.
Kiwanis Convention 2025
KIWANIS CONVENTION 2025 • PITTSBURGH, PA • JUNE 25-28
Forging the future
Pittsburgh is known for its innovative industries, thriving cultural scene and a landscape distinguished by rivers and bridges. Of course, the city is also known for its place at the heart of American steel manufacturing. Join us in Pittsburgh for the 2025 Kiwanis International Convention. Be a part of the education, fellowship and decision-making that will forge the organization’s future.
Kiwanis Convention 2025
KIWANIS CONVENTION 2025 • PITTSBURGH, PA • JUNE 25-28
Forging the future
Pittsburgh is known for its innovative industries, thriving cultural scene and a landscape distinguished by rivers and bridges. Of course, the city is also known for its place at the heart of American steel manufacturing. Join us in Pittsburgh for the 2025 Kiwanis International Convention. Be a part of the education, fellowship and decision-making that will forge the organization’s future.
Club Meeting. Breakfast and program: (Tentative) SaveATree
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
NO MEETING
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
NO MEETING
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
NO MEETING
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
NO MEETING
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
NO MEETING
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
NO MEETING
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
NO MEETING
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
NO MEETING
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
NO MEETING
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
14th Annual Reservoir Run
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.
Club Meeting. Breakfast meeting.
Meetings are open to all, drop-ins are welcome, and your first breakfast, normally $10 for a full breakfast or $5 for a continental, is on us.