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Featured News
A Small Project, Big Smiles at Canterbury Center.
Some projects don’t just get planned—they grow out of connection, and from listening. When the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown welcomed Canterbury Center Executive Director Stefanie Nelson and Recreation Assistant Doug Pifer, they shared how even small touches—like a bird feeder
From Seed to Smiles: Rotary’s Birdfeeder Project at Canterbury Center
The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown welcomed Stefanie Nelson, the executive director of the Canterbury Center Nursing Home in Shepherdstown, and Doug Pifer, Recreation Assistant. They talked about the loneliness the seniors experience at the center and how something as simple
Rotarians Read to Jefferson County First Graders
Rotarians from the Shepherdstown and Charles Town Rotary Clubs visited four Jefferson County elementary schools in February to read to all first-grade classes following the snow days in February.
Shepherdstown Rotary 4-Way Test Speech Contest
The Shepherdstown Rotary Club was proud to host this year’s 4-Way Test Speech Contest featuring outstanding students from Jefferson High School.
Rotary Supports Jefferson County Sheriff’s Reserves
Lt. Paul Capel and Capt. Vincent Edwards of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Reserves attended Rotary’s evening meeting on Wednesday, February 18, where they were presented with a check by Dale Homan, president of the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown. They expressed
Rotary Club Presents Check to Shepherdstown Volunteer Fire Company
The Rotary Club was proud to present a check to the Shepherdstown Volunteer Fire Company, received by Vice President Steve Matson, in appreciation for the extraordinary support they provide to our community throughout the year.
Upcoming Events
25th Annual Wine Tasting Dinner
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW. The Shepherdstown Rotary Club’s 2026 Annual Wine Tasting Dinner.
Pies, Pints, and Pours for Polio
Join us April 15 at Panagiota’s. They are donating 15% of ALL sales that night to our Rotary Club for our polio fundraiser. They are also opening up the Burnt Secrets Cellar for drinks and tours.
6th Annual Rotary Golf Tournament
Join us a June 18 for a great day of golf and community service!
Events
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The Rumseyan Society
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesThe Rumseyan Society is organized to support the maintenance and improvement of the Rumsey Monument Park owned by the Municipal Corporation of Shepherdstown, WV.
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25th Annual Wine Tasting Dinner
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesDetails and Reservations
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Annual Meeting, President’s Update & Bylaws Changes
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesOur annual election of new officers for the next Rotary year will be held along with a financial report from our two club treasuries. We will also consider for approval […]
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Shepherdstown Park Project
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesWith 27 years of dedicated service to Jefferson County Parks and Recreation, Jennifer Myers has spent her career strengthening parks, partnerships, and community life across the county. A lifelong resident […]
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Club Assembly
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. Rotary is a service organization. We provide many choices for […]
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Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesWashington County Museum of Fine Arts is located in Hagerstown. It is a beautiful building in a park in the heart of the city. It has rotating displays. Currently, they […]
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Pies, Pints, and Pours for Polio
Panagiota's 115 E German St, Shepherdstown, West Virginia, United StatesJoin us April 15 at Panagiota's. They are donating 15% of ALL sales that night to our Rotary Club for our polio fundraiser. They are also opening up the Burnt […]
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Shelter Box
When our Vice President Jen went to the Rotary PELS Conference, she saw a powerful movie about the work that Shelter Box is doing. Rotary helps thousands of people in […]
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Four Seasons Book with Kendra Goldsborough
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesKendra Goldsborough will come and share some great stories about her time with the Four Seasons book store (it could be the making of a movie). Light hearted, humorous and […]
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Over 225 Years of Service
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesMarshall DeMeritt is a local public servant whose professional and volunteer careers are deeply rooted in service, leadership, and community impact. With nearly two decades of progressive experience at the […]
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6th Annual Rotary Golf Tournament
Cress Creek Country Club 100 Cress Creek Dr, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesJoin us a June 18 for a great day of golf and community service!
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Friends of Music Presents its 2026-27 Season
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesNow celebrating its 26th year, Friends of Music promotes musical excellence and performance of chamber music in West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle.
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