To be a member of Rotary is to be a citizen of the world, as well as one's own community. Rotarian's friendships are not quite personal and not quite business, rather they fall somewhere between, in a world of collegiality. Rotarians around the world stand together, simply to ease suffering improve lives, and have a lot of fun on the way. Rotary gives every member opportunities to make a difference. What you achieve is up to you! Seize the opportunity.
Below are documents useful to new club members. The Rotary Club of Crawley also arranges evenings for New Members from time to time where you are provided with information and can get answers to your questions from experienced members in a convivial home environment among other new members.
You'll find other interesting documents (and links) below and at Rotary International's e-Learning Centre.
Rotary Foundation - A Quick Reference Guide
Rotary Volunteers - A Handbook