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Kiwanis Weekly News 11/28/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Nov 29, 2018

There were 30 members in attendance today along with guest Les visiting from the Aktion Club and new member Ian Wilkinson. Several happy dollars were shared. Vern reported a can deposit of $102.60. The Aktion Club Holiday Party will be on Dec. 10th. Members shared thoughts and stories about the loss of our last remaining club charter member, Dean McAtee.

It was also announced that several donations were received. Laura Meyer sent us a check for$500 in memory of her husband and past member John Meyer. Todd Foje and siblings also made a donation of $500 in the name of long-time club member and volunteer Vern Foje (their dad). Kiwanis would like to thank these donors for their generosity and support of the club and our mission!

Kiwanis Weekly News 10/24/18

Posted by Tim Buenz

There were xx members in attendance. Many happy dollars were shared by members. Vern reported a can drop deposit of $122.20. Good news was shared on the birth of Thomas & Susan Laehn's daughter. Tim Buenz shared the sad news of Kiwanian Floyd Hutzell's passing. Updates on the Silent Auction and annual breakfast were heard.

Kiwanis Weekly News 10/03/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Oct 03, 2018

Today's meeting was called to order by new Club President Tom Heater. There were 24 members attending today with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. Several happy dollars were shared and Vern reported a can deposit of $49.75. The total for the Kiwanis year that ended last week was $5,399. Thanks to Vern and all those who assist with the can depot! Hollie reported that the Aktion Club met last Monday and that they will have officer installation in two weeks. They are also planning an event to celebrate their 10 year anniversary which is on March 11, 2019. Vern updated members on a visit he had with Dean McAtee on the phone last night. There will be a board of directors meeting on Friday at 7:00 am.

Kiwanis Weekly News 9/26/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Sep 26, 2018

There were 23 members in attendance with two visitors. Vern reported a can deposit of $86.55 and mentioned that we are closing in on our goal of $5,000 as the Kiwanis year ends. Hollie reported that the Aktion Club held a memorial gathering for Tom Duncan at 209 Main in Paton. They have also set the date of Sunday, Oct. 28th for their annual Halloween Party.

Kiwanis Weekly News 8/29/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Aug 29, 2018

There were 26 members present and two guests. Special occasions and happy dollars were acknowledged. Vern reported a can deposit of $67.45. The Aktion Club will meet again on Sept. 10th. Our club members will park cars at the home football game this Friday at 6:00pm.

Kiwanis Weekly News 8/15/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Aug 15, 2018

There were 22 members in attendance today with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. Vern reported a can deposit of $103.90. The total can income for the budgeted year is $4,400.00. The Aktion Club will have their last summer grill-out tonight with Bob & Rick cooking. They sold popcorn last Thursday at Hot August Night and accepted a check from the Greene County Motorcycle Charity for $1,250 which is the proceeds from their June event. The Aktion Club will meet Monday, August 20th. Reminder that Hazardous Waste Cleanup is this Saturday.

Kiwanis Weekly News 7/18/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Jul 18, 2018

There were 26 members in attendance today and special occasions and happy dollars were acknowledged. Hollie reported on the Aktion Club meeting from last Monday. Popcorn sales are going well at Farmer's Markets and they are excited for Hot August Night. Vern reported a can deposit of $310 for the last three weeks. President Lautner mentioned the upcoming August 10-11th NE-IA district convention.

Kiwanis Board of Directors July 2018 Meeting Minutes

Posted by Toni Wetrich on Jul 06, 2018

July Board Minutes in PDF format.

Kiwanis Weekly News 7/11/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Jul 11, 2018

There were 25 members in attendance today with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. Many happy dollars were shared by members. Vern reported a can drop deposit of $308.25 for the last two weeks. The Aktion Club will meet July 18th and have been busy at events on the square serving popcorn. Toni read the Board Meeting Minutes from from July 6th. The need for more Ragbrai volunteers and hosts was discussed,

Kiwanis Board of Directors June 2018 Meeting Minutes

Posted by Toni Wetrich on Jun 08, 2018

June Board Minutes in PDF format.

Kiwanis Weekly News 6/6/18

Posted on Jun 06, 2018

There were 22 members in attendance with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. Several Happy Dollars were shared and special occasions recognized. Vern reported a can deposit of $188.80 with the help of Dan and Jack collecting! The Aktion Club met last Monday and will be selling popcorn at the Bell Tower Festival and Farmer's Markets on Tuesday's. Sherry talked about the grilling/food sales for Saturday night at the Bell Tower Beverage Garden from 7-11pm. A sign-up sheet was passed around for workers. President Lautner reported that the club will grill/serve for the Sept. 18th Farmer's Market. Board meeting minutes were unavailable from last Friday's meeting.

Kiwanis Weekly News 5/30/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on May 30, 2018

There were 25 members in attendance today with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. Dean McAtee was in attendance with grandson Cameron, a recent Michigan State graduate. Welcome back Dean! Special events and happy dollars were recognized. This was Dan Emmert's last meeting, we wish Dan the best in their move back to eastern Iowa! President Lautner reminded members of the Board Meeting on Friday at Uptown. A can deposit of $51.05 was shared by Sherry. The club will vote on new officers next week at the meeting.

Kiwanis Weekly News 5/23/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on May 23, 2018

There were 27 members in attendance today with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. Several Happy Dollars were shared and special occasions recognized. Vern reported a can deposit of $141.40. President Lautner shared information on grilling/serving food at the summer Farmer's Market on the square. The board will discuss this opportunity. Mike shared the slate of officer's running for the upcoming club election. Bob S.-Treasurer. Toni W.-Secretary, Directors: Kathy P., Lisa K., Denny G. and Vice President: Thomas L.

Dan B. reported on the HS Construction/Interior Design Open House. We grossed $367 from the food served during the event and will make a donation toward the local Skill USA program.

Kiwanis Board of Directors May 2018 Meeting Minutes

Posted by Toni Wetrich on May 04, 2018

May Board Meeting Minutes in PDF format.

Kiwanis Weekly News 5/09/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on May 09, 2018

There were 26 members in attendance with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. Vern reported a can drop deposit of $75.25. Vern also read the May 4th board of directors meeting minutes. Kathy reported that the Aktion Club met last Monday and they are having a picnic at Kelso Park on May 16th at 6:00pm. The club will be griilling for Bell Tower in the beverage garden. The club will also be serving food and grilling for the GCHS Construction & Interior Design open house on East Wilcoxway on May 22nd from 5-7pm.

Kiwanis Board of Directors April 2018 Meeting Minutes

Posted by Toni Wetrich on Apr 06, 2018

April Board Meeting Minutes in PDF format.

Kiwanis Weekly News 4/25/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Apr 25, 2018

There were 29 members in attendance today with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. President Lautner called the meeting to order and had members participate in some movement activities. Vern reported a can drop deposit of $90.50. Many happy dollars were shared on this spring day!

Kiwanis Weekly News 4/4/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Apr 04, 2018

President Lautner called the meeting to order. There were 25 members in attendance. Many "Happy Dollars" were shared concerning the passing of the school district bond issue. Vicki thanked the club for assistance with the very successful Easter Egg Hunt last Saturday. Vern reported a can drop deposit for the last two weeks of $159.10.

Kiwanis Weekly News 3/21/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Mar 21, 2018

President Lautner called the meeting to order. No guests in attendance. Happy Dollars were shared and special occasions acknowledged. Vern reported a can deposit of $66.00. Aktion Club met last Monday and has a calendar set for the year. They are getting ready for Relay for Life and helping with the Rec. Center Easter Egg Hunt on March 31st and smoking kits for Teen Maze. Teen Maze update from Pat. Cookies are due to the Rec. Center on Tuesday, April 3rd. Our students will attend on Wednesday morning, April 4th. Workers are still needed.

Kiwanis Weekly News 3/7/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Mar 07, 2018

There were 30 members in attendance today. Two guests, Keri Saunders and Brandon Hommer also joined us this morning. Welcome to them! President-Elect Tom Heater called the meeting to order. Several Happy Dollars were shared and Vern reported a can drop deposit of $58.80. The Aktion Club met last Monday and is busy planning for Easter and Relay for Life. Toni read the board meeting minutes from the March 2nd meeting. The club Officer election will be held on Wednesday, March 9th.

Kiwanis Board of Directors February 2018 Meeting Minutes

Posted by Toni Wetrich

View the minutes in PDF format.

Kiwanis Weekly News 2/21/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Feb 21, 2018

There were 22 members in attendance today with many happy dollars shared. Dan reported a can drop deposit of $121. Hollie reported that the Aktion Club will meet March 5th and is developing an event calendar.

Kiwanis Weekly News 2/7/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Feb 07, 2018

There were 24 members in attendance with Mark Fredrickson of Omaha visiting with brother Jack. Dan Benitz reported a can drop deposit of $128.25. He also cleaned up the snow around the recycling enclosure. Thanks Dan! Hollie reported that the Aktion Club meeting was postponed to next Monday at the Harrison House and the program will be Relay for Life.

Kiwanis Weekly News 1/31/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Jan 31, 2018

There were 25 members in attendance today with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. Matt & Toni Wetrich announced that they will be co-chairing the committee for the Jefferson Ragbrai visit overnight on Monday, July 23rd. Dan B. reported two loads of cans are ready to be cashed in this week. The Aktion Club had their officer installation last week and 21 people attended with President Launter doing the installation of officers. They will have a meeting next Monday. There will be a board meeting Friday, Feb. 2nd at the Uptown Cafe.

Kiwanis Board of Directors January 2018 Meeting Minutes

Posted by Toni Wetrich on Jan 05, 2018

Click here to view the minutes.

Kiwanis Weekly News 1/24/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Jan 24, 2018

There were 26 members in attendance today. Bill Steussy reported a can deposit of $65.85. President Lautner passed around the 25 year member plaque that the club was recently awarded by the Chamber. Hollie reported that the Aktion Club officer installation will be next Monday.

Kiwanis Weekly News 1/17/18

Posted by Tim Buenz on Jan 17, 2018

There were 27 members in attendance today. Hollie reported that the Aktion Club Officer Installation was postponed to Jan. 29th at the Harrison House due to the weather. Dan B. reported a can deposit of $26.25. A new club member induction was held for Thomas Laehn. Welcome to the club Thomas, we are excited to have you as a member!

Kiwanis Weekly News 12/13/17

Posted by Tim Buenz on Dec 13, 2017

There were 26 members in attendance with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. Vern reported a can drop of $48.15. Members collected and presented tip funds for a Christmas present to Uptown Cafe staff. Vern reported that Salvation Army Bell ringing by Kiwanis and Aktion Club members garnered $590 last weekend at Hy-Vee. A total of $1,100 was collected at all sites last weekend. Counter Kettles will be picked-up on Dec. 26th. Reminder that next Wednesday is the White Elephant Gift Exchange.

Kiwanis Weekly News 12/06/17

Posted by Tim Buenz on Dec 06, 2017

There were 27 members in attendance with Les visiting from the Aktion Club. Vern reported a can deposit of $81.85. Hollie reported on planning for the Aktion Club Christmas party and that they will have Officer Installation on January 15th, 2018. Vern reported on the Salvation Army Bell Ringing so far, if you want to ring contact Vern for time/date opportunities.

Kiwanis Board of Directors December Meeting Minutes

Posted by Toni Wetrich on Dec 06, 2017

Click here to view the minutes in PDF format.

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