A Rotary Club is a service organization of people who have come together to enhance the lives of others through service. By helping others in a positive fashion, Rotarians enhance their own lives as well. Organized by a Chicago attorney named Paul Harris in 1905, Rotary is the oldest of all recognized service clubs. The name "Rotary" was chosen because the original club met on a rotation at each members' place of business. In that manner, members learned more about fellow members and the respective vocations and talents.