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Featured News
Jennifer Smith Joins Shepherdstown Rotary Club
The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown has inducted both Jennifer Smith as a new member. The induction ceremony was held at the Club’s January 21 club meeting at the Bavarian Inn. The accompanying photo shows Smith, center, with Rotary Club president,
Nahla Chaudhary and Jeffrey Kay Join Rotary Club of Shepherdstown
The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown has inducted both Nahla Chaudhary and Jeffrey Kay as new members. The induction ceremonies were held at the Club’s January club meetings at the Bavarian Inn. Dr. Chaudhary is a maxillofacial surgeon with the
Remembering Peter Smith
For years, Peter Smith exemplified Service Above Self through his tireless work for the Shepherdstown Rotary Club and the wider community. His calm leadership, care for detail, and commitment to collaboration left a lasting mark on Shepherdstown.
Welcoming Two New Members—Whitney Ward and Tracy Porter
At our evening meeting on December 10, the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown was delighted to officially welcome two new members into our club family. We are always strengthened by the talents, experiences, and perspectives new Rotarians bring, and this week’s
Rotary Recognizes the Walters’ Generosity and Stewardship at Rumsey Park
The holiday season and the Rotary Christmas Party offered a welcome pause to reflect on those whose generosity and quiet leadership have left a lasting mark on our community. In Rotary, we honor that spirit through Service Above Self—service that
Rotarians Read to Jefferson County First Graders
Rotarians from the Shepherdstown and Charles Town Rotary Clubs brought the joy of reading to first grade students at four Jefferson County elementary schools in mid-December.
Upcoming Events
25th Annual Wine Tasting Dinner
The Shepherdstown Rotary Club’s 2026 Annual Wine Tasting Dinner
Speakers & Events
Events
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Robert O’Conner, Civil War Author
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesCome and learn some small but interesting Civil War facts that you may not have heard before.
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Club Assembly (Plus a Sweet Bonus!)
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesThis week’s Club Assembly will include regular club updates, committee reports, and time for discussion on upcoming projects and priorities. In addition, we’ll enjoy a brief side presentation highlighting everyone’s […]
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Jaelyn Wratchford: A Classification Talk
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesJaelyn Wratchford has been a member of the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown for the past year. She holds an MBA in public administration and a B.S. in business administration with […]
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American Conservation Film Festival Preview
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesHilary and Amber will offer a special preview of the American Conservation Film Festival, sharing selected video clips from this year’s featured films. Their presentation provides a behind-the-scenes look at […]
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The Observer: Reinventing Local Journalism
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesHarriet Pearson will speak about the evolution of The Observer and how this locally owned newspaper is adapting to meet the challenges facing community journalism today. She will share innovative […]
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John Aldis: Rotary’s Fight Against Polio Copy
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesThe story of PolioPlus is one of Rotary’s greatest examples of what it truly means to Unite for Good. Because Rotarians around the world joined forces with unshakable determination, we […]
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Four-Way Test Speech Contest
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesSeveral students from Jefferson High School will compete for the opportunity to advance to the District and Regional levels, with the chance to earn scholarship awards. The Rotary Club will […]
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25th Annual Wine Tasting Dinner
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesDetails and Reservations
Avenues of Service
Read more about each avenue of service to see related news and projects.
Club Service
Club Services focuses on fostering strong relationships among members through social events and activities. Some examples of events organized by
Community Service
Goals and Objectives: The Committee’s role is to identify opportunities for the Club to spearhead initiatives that benefit the local
Environmental Service
Mission: The Environmental Service committee of The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown exists to advance Rotary’s commitment to environmental sustainability. We
International Service
The International Service Committee of the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown invites your support towards our global grant initiatives and service
Vocational Service
The Vocational Service Committee’s major goals are to promote excellence and the highest ethical standards in all occupations, to recognize
Youth Services
Youth Service is the fifth and most recent avenue of service as it was approved as a permanentRotary International committee during