Pictured here with his sponsor and good friend, Lorraine Inzerra (far left), club president Lucy Andrade (to his left), and Stephanie Philips – District Governor Elect of Rotary, Gary Scarpa was inducted as the newest member of the Derby-Shelton Rotary Club at its weekly meeting on April 17, 2025. Gary enjoyed the extra bonus of having Stephanie who happened to be our guest speaker today do the honors of welcoming him into the club. In his remarks, Gary said that he is happy to be a member of a great organization that his father had belonged to in his day!

Greeting potential new members at the reception

The Rotary Club of Derby-Shelton is excited to announce the launch of its annual membership drive, aiming to welcome new members who are passionate about community service and fellowship. This initiative seeks to broaden the club’s reach and amplify its positive impact within the Derby and Shelton communities and beyond.

The Rotary Club of Derby-Shelton offers a unique approach to community service by combining personal and professional networking with meaningful volunteer opportunities. Members engage in various service projects, social events, and collaborative efforts that address local and global challenges. The club’s diverse activities make it meaningful to members from all walks of life – retired, working or not.

Membership Benefits:

– Community Engagement: Participate in hands-on projects that directly benefit residents and organizations.

– Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals committed to making a difference.

– Personal Development: Enhance leadership skills through active involvement in club initiatives.

– Global Connections: Join a worldwide network of over 1.2 million Rotarians dedicated to service above self.

To kick off the membership drive, The Rotary Club of Derby-Shelton held a special Happy Hour event for prospective members on April 24 at Hunan Pan, 110 Commerce Drive, Shelton, CT

This event provided an excellent opportunity to meet current members, learn about ongoing projects, and discover how Rotary membership can enrich both personal and professional lives.

Individuals interested in joining The Rotary Club of Derby-Shelton canalso visit the website www.rotaryhappyhour.com for more information. Membership is open to all who are eager to contribute their time, talents, and resources to serve the community.

Rotary is a global humanitarian organization of 1.2 million community-minded individuals to provide community service, promote integrity, and advance goodwill and peace worldwide. With over 35,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and regions, Rotary members work together to address pressing issues such as health care, education, and environmental sustainability.