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The Lions Clubs International and the International Rotary Foundation are both celebrating 100 years throughout this year. Their “gift” to the town in commemoration of this milestone can be seen in the pole banner that are going up throughout the center of town. While both clubs knew how diverse and special the Town of Sharon truly is – it is amazing to see it represented in the banners. If you don't find a banner representing your heritage, you have not been forgotten! The "All are welcome here" banner is there to cover any and all cultures not shown on individual banners.

In addition, The Sharon Lions Club and the Rotary Club of Sharon are delighted to invite you to a celebration. In just a few short week, A Taste of Sharon’s Diversity will be here! Mark your calendars now for this exciting event – it is sure to be enjoyed by all ages. A Taste of Sharon’s Diversity will be held at the Sharon High School on Sunday, May 21 from 4:00-8:00 PM. Admission to this event is $20 per adult, $10 for teens age 13-18 and seniors age 65+, children age 12 and younger are free. All fees during the event go to offset the cost of the celebration and the banners that are hung throughout town center.

Spend your afternoon with us. As you roam the hallways of the school explore the beautiful photo exhibit, Sharon’s Many Traditions, shared by the Sharon Pluralism Network; take some time to find the flag representing your family’s heritage in the Hall of Flags, and take a selfie with the provided frames to share with friends and family; or locate your country of heritage on the scratch-able world map; add your wish to the Wishing Tree; solve the questions and collect the stamps to complete your event passport keepsake; enjoy the Cultural Art Fair put on by the high school’s Foreign Language Department; and be amazed by samples of the art work created by students from kindergarten through fifth grade for the Cottage Street School Fair – It’s A Small World. With an International Food Festival in the cafeteria and gym, raffle baskets from around the world to take a chance on, and the world festival of music and dance you will take home a new perspective for the diversity of Sharon.

The Sharon Lions Club and the Rotary Club of Sharon truly hope you enjoy the banners and that you join us for A Taste of Sharon’s Diversity on May 21. We are so thankful for the support of the Town of Sharon’s Board of Selectman, the town and school administrators and a special thank you to our major sponsors who made this possible: Herb Chambers Lexus, Sharon Credit Union, Dedham Savings Bank, Eastern Bank, The Kinraide Family Foundation, Republic Services and Staples.

For questions or to get involved, please contact co-chairs Eileen Cohen at erc1@comcast.net or Dave Clifton at diclifton@comcast.net.

If you would like to be a supporting patron of this wonderful celebration, please send your tax-deductible donation to Sharon Celebrates Diversity, P.O. Box 114, Sharon, MA 02067. Checks should be made payable to The Rotary Club of Sharon Charitable Fund with a memo noting “Sharon Celebrates Diversity”. Any amount will be most appreciated. Let us know if you wish to be included.

Stay up to date with all that is happening by visiting and liking us on Facebook @SharonMA.Lions.Rotary and stay tuned to Sharon Community TV for updates on the diversity celebration. Join in the fun and share your own pictures showing the diversity of Sharon – tag your photos #SharonCelebratesDiversity when you post.