The Rotary Club of Twentynine Palms recently welcomed two newcomers to their ranks. Dann and Emily Rothwell came to Twentynine Palms in April of 2024, and became members of the Club in January 2025. They bring a background in art, music, and community event planning.
Emily has a background in caregiving and tutoring for special needs children & young adults, while Dann has a longstanding career in the specialty coffee industry. They moved to Twentynine Palms with plans of opening a sit-down coffee shop “Kooks Café” downtown. Dann recently launched Twentynine Palms’ first skateboard shop, Escapade, located inside Corner 62 downtown, and plans to offer an all-ages skate school.
The 29 Palms Rotary Club, established March 15, 1948, is the oldest service club in the Morongo Basin. Dedicated to community service, they meet Wednesdays at noon at the Little Church of the Desert Meeting Hall.
