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Denton Rotary to others and change lives. Membership is not just limited to
the Denton community, but rather is made up of people who
Welcomes New live and/or work in Caroline County. Each meeting includes a

Members and Offi cers brief presentation by a Rotary member, community non-profi t,
or other organization or individual on a topic of interest to

The Rotary Club of Denton entered its 96th year with the instal- club members. Through regular club programs, projects and

lation of new officers, and a welcome to two new members! neighborhood activities, members learn about the issues that
On Wednesday, June 28, the club welcomed new members face their communities and exchange ideas about how to take
Paul Joseph and Emily Glover. District Governor Cliff Berg action to respond to them. Fellowship and service are key for
administered the installation oath to Paul and Emily, both of membership in the Rotary Club. “We welcome others to help
whom agreed to abide by Rotary’s Four-Way Test, an ethical out the community and have fun doing it,” said Perez.
litmus test for all Rotarians to consider by asking themselves
Denton Rotary Club Meetings are held Wednesdays from Noon
these four questions: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned?
to 1:00 PM at the Caroline Culinary Center 512 Franklin St.
Will it build goodwill and better friendships? And will it be
Denton. Come join us for a free lunch and find out about the

beneficial to all concerned?
exciting “Service Projects” the club is working on. For more
Mr. Berg returned, as Immediate-Past District Governor, on information, contact Charlie Huber 410-479-2070 charlie-
Wednesday, July 5th to install the club’s new offi cers. Elected huber21@gmail.com or on our Facebook page, https://www.
for the 2023-2024 term are President, Angel Perez (Caroline facebook.com/dentonmdrotary.
County Pride), President-Elect, Amy Horne (CASA of Caro-
line), Secretary, Debby Bennett (Caroline County Library), Back-to-School
and Treasurer, Mike Steinhice (M & T Bank). Each of the new
officers has a strong desire to not only give back to the Caroline

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County community, but to support the organization that allows at

them to do so. “The Rotary Club has given me many opportuni-
ties both personally and professionally,” Perez said. “Serving as Perfect Touch

an officer is giving back to the club the best way I can.”

Increasing membership is one of the goals of each offi cer. Th ey
also plan to increase the group’s public image and awareness Hair Design
through an updated website and Facebook page. “I am very 1143 Shore Hwy., Denton
proud of the work we do for Caroline County”, said Perez, “but I 410-479-2833 Over 30 years
know we can do even more good for the community with a few experience
combined
more members to help with our projects like Flags for Heroes,
Appointments Appreciated
the 10th grade career fair, and our Caroline County discount Walk-Ins Welcome
cards that encourage people to support our local businesses. Tues-Fri. 9-7
Our club’s focus is on local projects that help with food insecu- Stylists: Ann Draper and Wed., Closed;
rity, youth development and literacy, and other humanitarian Lisa Young (Murray) Sat. 9-noon

efforts here in Caroline County. The needs of the community
are there,” Perez reiterated. “To continue to support those in
need, our club must continue to increase membership.”
Th e first Rotary club was founded in Chicago in 1905. Th eir

motto is “Service Above Self” and they work together to solve
community problems, provide humanitarian aid, and promote
goodwill and peace. Rotarians are committed to ethical prac-
tices in business and personal behavior using the four-way
test to gauge thoughts, speech, or actions. Rotary clubs exist
worldwide, and Rotary International has over 1.2 million
members who support several global projects, notably a drive
to eradicate polio everywhere. Rotary members throughout the
world take action to make communities better. Th ey contribute
their time, energy, and passion to carry out meaningful and
sustainable projects that promote peace, fight disease, provide

clean water, help mothers and children, support education,

grow local economies and protect the environment. “The new officers for the 2023-2024 Rotary year are from left :
Debby Bennett, Secretary, Past District Governor Cliff Berg,
The Rotary Club of Denton welcomes men and women of Incoming Rotary President Angel Perez, past President Amy
all backgrounds and professions who want to be of service Horne and Treasurer Mike Stenhice
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