Weekly Kiwanis News 9/14

Posted by Tim Buenz

on Sep 14, 2011

There were 31 members present today. Mindy from the Aktion Club was a guest of Linda Spearman. Reports were heard on the Aktion Club convention (see photo of Matt Bradley speaking) and the Genesis picnic. There will be a photo opportunity next Wednesday after the meeting at Jefferson Elem. as we donate the proceeds from the Farmer's Market event to the school. Harry reported a can deposit of $126.25. Amy reminder members of the Main Street trip to Osceolaon Thursday, Sept. 22nd.

Tom Heater had the program today. He introduced Linda Wishman from ACCESS (Assault Care Center Extending Shelter & Support). ACCESS, arose from the need to confront and combat the issues of sexual assault and domestic violence in Story County. The agency began in 1974 with the help of the Iowa State University Government of the Student Body. Originally a rape crisis center, ACCESS services were expanded over the years to include a 24-hour crisis hotline and shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. In 1981, they opened their first shelter facility, a place where survivors and children could share a safe environment and more readily receive the services our growing staff and volunteers were ready to provide. ACCESS continues to serve Story, Boone, and Greene counties. Thanks to Tom and Linda for an interesting program!