The winner of the "100 Holes of Golf" event and wearer of the official tournament winner's custom jacket is Robert J. Boulanger, center, a resident of Amherst and an accomplished golfer who is heartily congratulated here by Frank Mann, left, the "100 Holes of Golf" committee chair and a resident of Merrimack, plus Mark Newton, a resident of Litchfield and the ACC Director of Golf Operations. Photo by LORETTA JACKSON

AMHERST – Youth programs, service projects, family activities throughout the year, and community endeavors aimed at helping local students develop leadership skills are some of the costly ventures backed by the Milford Rotary Club since its charter was granted by Rotary International in June of 1950.

Thus far, according to Holly Bly, the club’s 100 Holes marketing and public relations volunteer, Milford Rotary has contributed an estimated $153,101 to the local community this year.

“The 100 Holes of Golf fundraiser is much more than a day on the golf course — it’s what allows Milford Rotary to invest in our community throughout the entire year,” said Bly.

“The funds raised support everything from scholarships and youth leadership opportunities to community events and assistance for local nonprofits, helping us make a lasting impact across Greater Milford.”

The Milford Rotary hosts some beloved annual traditions. They include a Fall Pancake Breakfast, the Senior Chicken BBQ, and the Rotary Swim Meet.

Three of the avid competitors in contention for awards and congratulations from Milford Rotary members and guest golfers at Amherst Country Club enjoying the "100 Holes of Golf" event include these participants, from left, Nick Weber of Milford, Joe LaFountain of Claremont, and Geoffrey Bly of Milford. Photo by LORETTA JACKSON

The Rotary Swim Meet at Keyes Memorial Park, 45 Elm Street, upcoming on July 26, is especially prized, as for decades it has brought together student athletes, families and volunteers from the far reaches of the state, and elsewhere.

Bly noted that the 32nd Annual “100 Holes of Golf” event drew 59 men and women of skill levels sufficient to survive 100 holes of swing, putt, swing, putt. And perhaps endure 100 holes of “Argh” or “Whoopee!”

The lavish spread at Amherst Country Club (ACC) included wine service, a Charcuterie spread of cheeses, fruit, dips and wafer crackers. An aromatic buffet followed with Greek salad, pasta salad, chicken smothered in gravy, haddock chowder, and a golf-themed decorated sheet cake with turf-grass green frosting shared by more than 100 dinner guests.

Later, a joyous Awards Ceremony was crowned with dozens of cups of ice cream in a variety of flavors provided by Roni Vetter, lady owner since 2003 of Jake’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream & Jake’s Cakes in Nashua.

Bly added that Milford Rotary’s monetary support of the Interact Clubs at Milford High School and at Souhegan High School goes far to help nurture community service and leadership programs there.

Rounds of golf are underway in the Milford Rotary's 32nd Annual "100 Holes of Golf" fundraiser, a one-day event hosted June 19 at Amherst Country Club that included among 59 golfers these participants and supporters, from left, Paula and Aaron Telage of Nashua and Tom and Judy Quinn of Amherst. Photo by LORETTA JACKSON

A raffle of cash prizes and high-quality donated items enticed ticket buyers to augment the Milford Rotary’s Charitable Giving & Scholarship Programs. A final goodbye, “Thanks for coming,” elicited a standing ovation for all in the Milford Rotary organization who worked so many hours to present, “100 Holes of Golf.”

“What makes Milford Rotary special is the incredible group of volunteers, sponsors, golfers, and community members whose generosity and time commitments make all of our good works possible,” Bly added.

Members of Milford Rotary meet on Wednesdays, Noon to 1:30 p.m., at Milford Community House, 5 Union St., Milford.

More information on Milford Rotary events throughout the year is available on Facebook or online by visiting portal.clubrunner.ca/2944.

Robert J. Boulanger, and his son, Beau, residents of Amherst, exhibit the custom jacket made to honor the winner of the Milford Rotary's "100 Holes of Golf" fundraiser, a festivity that credited the elder Boulanger for having the lowest score among 59 players, a feat that won him the First Place Award. Photo by LORETTA JACKSON

Golfers from many towns and out-of-state contenders share dinner, drinks and the camaraderie of other players, families and friends who helped Milford Rotary raise funds for a wealth of charitable and educational projects funded in part through "100 Holes of Golf," a 32nd annual benefit celebrated here amidst the ambiance of Amherst Country Club. Photo by LORETTA JACKSON