Zonta Club of Malden

06/27/2026

Our new biennium has begun- help us celebrate in style!

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06/10/2026

The Zonta Club of Malden recently held a dinner and ceremony to celebrate the swearing in of the Zonta Club of Malden’s new President, Officers and Board. The celebratory event was held at Jimmy’s Steer House in Saugus and included remarks by outgoing President Maria Luise. Maria welcomed new Directors Ruthy Dottin, Dana Johnson, Anthonia Olatubosun, Joanne Puopolo, Sharyn Rose-Zeiberg, Jennifer Thomson and Karen Wheelock. Sworn in were new officers: President Ari Taylor, Vice President Maria D’Esposito, Treasurer Rosalyn Nascimento, and Secretary Kathleen Manning Hall. Yellow roses, the official flower of Zonta was handed out to all new board members and officers.

The Zonta Club of Malden is part of Zonta International, a worldwide organization dedicated to building a better world for women and girls through advocacy, education, and service. In addition to scholarship programs, the club participates in community service projects and initiatives that promote equality, education, and opportunities for women and families throughout the Malden area.

For more information about the Zonta Club of Malden, please contact [email protected].

06/08/2026

Shout out to our Zontian sister, Karen Wheelock for continuing to fight for human rights at Boston's Pride March.

Karen was interviewed and quoted on WGBH

"Karen Wheelock came from Malden and waited at the beginning of the parade to try to see Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Governor Maura Healey."

“I wanted to see … all the political people in Massachusetts that are helping us keep our rights, which was a long journey to get here,” Wheelock, who is 79, said. “I admire all of them for making sure that I still have all my rights, which I didn’t for most of my life.”

These rights cannot be taken for granted, Thank you Karen for continuing to advocate for generations to come!

https://www.wgbh.org/news/local/2026-06-06/politics-and-celebration-converge-at-bostons-pride-parade?fbclid=IwZnRzaASTxMVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeZN7Oz74NNsVD1f1R6TCmNY7u1Xs5gi7SbPdN2TGOueTjfbGSjRL0i8y-hFc_aem_2RRYmoPCvidhtm3mNk0kWg

Thousands of people celebrated Pride at the annual parade in Downtown Boston on June 6.

05/28/2026

The Zonta Club of Malden recently awarded scholarships to four Malden High School students in a competitive selection process that prioritized academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to community service. The scholarships were presented during a special ceremony and dinner at The Establishment Restaurant that included Carol Ann Desiderio, Malden’s City Clerk as the keynote speaker. In attendance were Mayor Gary Christenson, Zonta Club members, family members and community leaders. The annual award ceremony is part of Zonta’s ongoing mission to support the education and advancement of young women and future community leaders.

This year’s scholarship recipients are:

• Fiona Youmell - attending the University of Miami
• Vivian Chau - attending UMass Amherst
• Erica Littlejohn - attending Gordon College; and
• Nour Howard - attending Tufts University

The Zonta Club of Malden is part of Zonta International, a worldwide organization dedicated to building a better world for women and girls through advocacy, education, and service. In addition to scholarship programs, the club participates in community service projects and initiatives that promote equality, education, and opportunities for women and families throughout the Malden area.

For more information about the Zonta Club of Malden, please contact [email protected].

05/02/2026

The Zonta Club of Malden will be at The YMCA today until 4:30PM!

Come by to learn about us and over 30 other amazing organizations!

04/28/2026

The Zonta Club of Malden marked Earth Day with a hands-on community project, planting a City traffic island with pollinator-friendly plants. The island on Pleasant Street between the Malden Center MBTA Station and District Kitchen got a complete makeover. The plantings were purchased by the Zonta Club and members came prepared with garden tools and worked together to get all the plants in the ground. Cemetery Director and Tree Warden Chris Rosa volunteered his time to assist.

The new plantings include Golden Alexander, Mountain Mint, Wood Aster, Northern Blue Flag, Lowbush Blueberry, Winterberry, St. John’s Wort and Serviceberry. The variety was selected for known support of native bees, honeybees, and butterflies along with a wide range of beneficial insects. The berries and seeds also provide essential food sources for birds such as robins and swallows during harsh winters when food is scarce.

This effort helps support pollinators and other beneficial insects while beautifying the area and promoting environmental stewardship. By choosing nectar-rich species, Zonta is working to contribute to healthier urban ecosystems and raise awareness about the importance of pollinators in sustaining biodiversity.

For more information on the Zonta Club of Malden, please contact [email protected].

04/24/2026

April 29 - Denim Day!

See important message from MAAV about how we can all bring awareness to sexual violence.

Stand in solidarity with Wakefield Alliance Against Violence Stoneham Alliance Against Violence and MAAV this Denim Day! 👖✨

On April 29, our three communities are coming together to bring awareness to sexual violence and protest the harmful misconceptions surrounding victim-blaming.

The message is simple: What you wear does not define consent.

Join the movement:

Wear denim on April 29.

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Show the world that Melrose, Stoneham, and Wakefield stand with survivors.
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04/15/2026

The Zonta Club of Malden Scholarship is now open!

Each year, the Zonta Club of Malden awards scholarships to academically qualified, graduating high school seniors. The student must be a resident of Malden and accepted at a four-year university, college, or nursing school. The scholarship, of $500, is awarded based on academic standing and financia...

03/29/2026

The Zonta Club of Malden brought the community together in a powerful celebration of leadership, service, and advocacy at its annual Women Making a Difference event held at Rosaria’s Restaurant in Saugus.

The fully packed gathering was attended by Mayor Gary Christenson, and many elected officials including State Representatives Steve Ultrino and Kate Lipper-Garabedian, City Councilors Peg Crowe (Ward 1), Council President Amanda Linehan (Ward 3), Ryan O’Malley (Ward 4), Steve Winslow (Ward 6), Jadeane Sica (Ward eight) Carey McDonald (At Large) and School Committee members Elizabeth Hortie (Ward 5) and Keith Bernard (Ward 8.) Zonta members Ari Taylor (Ward 5), Michelle Luong (At Large) and Karen Colon Hayes (At Large) were in attendance as well.

The 2026 honorees represented the extraordinary achievements of women whose work strengthens the city, supports vulnerable populations, and inspires the next generation of leaders.

Each woman recognized has demonstrated a deep commitment to improving the lives of others, often working quietly behind the scenes to create lasting change. Ari Taylor was honored for her community activism and inclusive leadership; Imene Bouziane Saidi was honored for her advocacy and efforts to advance causes of those in the Disability Community; Elizabeth Santiago was highlighted for her work as a published author who works to ensure that all writers voices are heard; and Linda Cochran was honored for her tireless work with the recovery community and dismantling the stigma surrounding addiction. Two humanitarian awards were presented - Officer Amanda Grenier was honored for her work on the Malden Police Department - highlighted was her recent George L. Hanna award for outstanding bravery - the Commonwealth’s highest award for bravery; and Bread if Life was commended for their ongoing heroic work feeding those disadvantaged in our community while working to address the broader issues of food insecurity.

Zonta President and newly elected Zonta District 1 Lt. Governor Maria Luise emphasized that the event is more than an awards ceremony, but a reminder of the collective power of women who step forward to lead. Maria thanked the Women Making a Difference Committee led by Michelle Luong and reiterated that communities thrive when women are empowered.

The evening’s biggest moments were the heartfelt remarks by each of the honorees who reiterated that they can’t do their work alone and are grateful to their families and the community. Many spoke about the importance of mentorship, collaboration, and creating opportunities for women to lead.

The Malden Zonta Club, part of Zonta International, continues its mission to advance the status of women worldwide through service and advocacy. The Women Making a Difference event is one of the club’s signature events, designed to:
— Spotlight local women who exemplify leadership and service
— Raise awareness of issues affecting women and girls
— Support scholarships, service projects, and advocacy initiatives

For more information about supporting or joining the Malden Zonta club, please contact Zonta Malden.com.