Events

The Appleton Fox Cities Kiwanis Club has installed a Little Kiwanis Food Library at First English Lutheran Church (326 E North St, Appleton).  Our club has committed to checking it on Thursdays and Fridays each week and make sure it is full (the church is taking care of all the other days).  We would get the food from the church's supply.  

The church office is open 9:00am - 4:00pm Monday-Thursday and 9:00am - 12:00pm on Friday. 

Sign up for a support time here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b45aaab2fa46-little

Join us for a night full of holiday fun at Light Up Appleton and enjoy a night full of lights and activities to kick of the holiday season on College Avenue! Our club members will be helping with sleigh ride photos and helping kids make smores.  

Other activities include:
- Live Music
- Wagon Rides
- Food and Craft Vendors
- Sweet Treat Walk (while supplies last)
- Live Ice Carving Demonstrations
- Window Walk Scavenger Hunt
- And More

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-65607633-light

Join us for an interclub with the Darboy Kiwanis Club.  This is a great opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen our shared commitment to service and fellowship. Let’s come together to celebrate what makes Kiwanis special—community, service, and lasting friendships.

Sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-67589507-interclub#/

Join us for a special storytime as part of the Even Start Reading Program at the Community Early Learning Center!

When
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Location
Community Early Learning Center
313 S. State Street
Appleton, WI 54911
 

A local Police Officer will be reading books to children as part of our Kiwanis ‘n Cops ‘n Kids program. This fun and engaging event helps foster a love of reading while building positive connections between kids and law enforcement.

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-65984723-community

When you think of Christmas and The Salvation Army, images of a red kettle and bell ringers probably form in your mind.  Volunteers and donors make Christmas at The Salvation Army happen. Over the years, the Salvation Army has been fortunate to have the loyalty of many who return year after year to help by volunteering their time in a shift or two of bell ringing.

Once again our club will have designated bell ringing times.  The Thursday evening shifts will be on December 3rd and the Saturday morning shifts on December 5th.  I know many Kiwanis members enjoy ringing with another Kiwanis member, or a family member.  Kids especially seem to enjoy helping out, and what better way than to introduce them to “service” than by having them help you for an hour or two. 

Two items to remember: 
1) We need to cover all reserved shifts, and
2) If you sign up please show up, or find someone to cover your shift.  

Uncovered sites result in fewer donations to the Salvation Army, and consequently, fewer needy people helped!   Here are the locations we have currently reserved.

Bell ringing is a unique way to experience the spirit of the season and to helping others at Christmas through the work of The Salvation Army.  Hope that you can join us. 

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-67201496-2026

Fellow Kiwanians will be an Elf for a day as we support the One Stop Elf Shop in Downtown Appleton.  

The Elf Shop is a kid friendly shop where children can purchase gifts from downtown businesses for Mom, Dad or their siblings.

We are looking for confident volunteers to assist children as they navigate the shopping process for the Elf Shop on December 4th & December 5th. 

Open Hours:
December 4th 3pm-8 pm
December 5th 9 am-3 pm

Location: Conference Room in the Fox Cities Exhibition Center 

Volunteers should be comfortable doing simple math and communicating with children and parents. To give you a rough idea of what the event looks like from your perspective: 

• When a family arrives, they will be assigned an Elf Helper (you) - The Elf Helper will give the adult a simple form to help the child fill out that will ask for their budget, who they are shopping for and any gift ideas.
• The parent may opt to provide cash to the child at this time, or request to pay with a card after the child is done shopping.
• Then the Elf Helper will bring the child into the Elf Shop and assist as they shop. You will help to track their expected total, help them find gifts for whoever they are shopping for, and bring them to the check-out station when they are done.
• The A.D.I. team will handle the check-out process, then you can help guide the child back to their parent/adult that will likely be waiting in the hallway. 

​Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-66584433-theone#/

It’s hard to believe, but it’s already time to start planning the 9th Annual Fox Cities Kidz Expo! We’re excited to bring another great day of fun, learning, and community connection to kids and families throughout the Fox Cities.

As usual, the committee will work together to secure sponsors, invite exhibitors, coordinate activities, and handle all the logistics and set-up plans. Then, of course, we’ll have the best part — helping kids and their families enjoy a day of frosty fun while exploring new things, making memories, and experiencing the support of their community!

Kidz Expo Committee Meetings

All meetings begin at 8:15 a.m.

• Friday, September 11
• Friday, October 9
• Friday, November 6
• Friday, December 4
• Friday, January 8

OTHER IMPORTANT DATES

• August 13 at 8:30 a.m. – First email sent to potential exhibitors
• January 5, 2027 – Exhibitor registration deadline
• Friday, January 22, 2027 – Exhibitor setup & Friday Night Kidz
• Saturday, January 23, 2027 – 🎊 Fox Cities Kidz Expo!

Finally, we don’t take your participation in this worthwhile event for granted. We truly appreciate the talent, time, energy, and enthusiasm each committee member brings to the Kidz Expo, and we hope you’ll join us again this year.

If you’re able to help, we’d love to have you back! If your schedule won’t allow you to serve on the committee this year, we completely understand — just let us know.

Thanks for helping us make the Fox Cities Kidz Expo a special experience for kids and families across our community. We’re looking forward to another great year!

When you think of Christmas and The Salvation Army, images of a red kettle and bell ringers probably form in your mind.  Volunteers and donors make Christmas at The Salvation Army happen. Over the years, the Salvation Army has been fortunate to have the loyalty of many who return year after year to help by volunteering their time in a shift or two of bell ringing.

Once again our club will have designated bell ringing times.  The Thursday evening shifts will be on December 3rd and the Saturday morning shifts on December 5th.  I know many Kiwanis members enjoy ringing with another Kiwanis member, or a family member.  Kids especially seem to enjoy helping out, and what better way than to introduce them to “service” than by having them help you for an hour or two. 

Two items to remember: 
1) We need to cover all reserved shifts, and
2) If you sign up please show up, or find someone to cover your shift.  

Uncovered sites result in fewer donations to the Salvation Army, and consequently, fewer needy people helped!   Here are the locations we have currently reserved.

Bell ringing is a unique way to experience the spirit of the season and to helping others at Christmas through the work of The Salvation Army.  Hope that you can join us. 

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-67201496-2026

Each year, individuals and families turn to The Salvation Army for help during the holidays, whether it's needing food for a Christmas dinner or wanting to see their children's eyes light up when they see presents under the tree Christmas morning.  We will be assisting the Fox Cities Salvation Army with their annual Toy and Gift Distribution. 

Volunteers will have a variety of jobs to support the event. 

Sign up here:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-67586851-salvation#/

Join us for a special storytime as part of the Even Start Reading Program at the Community Early Learning Center!

When
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Location
Community Early Learning Center
313 S. State Street
Appleton, WI 54911
 

A local Police Officer will be reading books to children as part of our Kiwanis ‘n Cops ‘n Kids program. This fun and engaging event helps foster a love of reading while building positive connections between kids and law enforcement.

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-65984723-community

Join us for story time at the Appleton Boys And Girls Club. The objective of the Kiwanis 'N Cops 'N Kids program is to improve the reading skills of children by introducing them to the adventure and creativity that is received from reading.

An Appleton Police Officer will be reading books to help support the Kiwanis 'n Cops 'n Kids program.

Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-boys#/

Nothing warms the soul like a warm meal! If preparing food and serving is one of your strengths, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.

We need volunteers from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Typically, when we get there we help set up different items, then serve the food to those coming through the line.  Once they're done eating, we wipe down the tables and chairs.  It goes very quickly, and we always enjoy doing this.  

Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b45aaab2fa46-serve6

Join us for story time at the Long Cheng Marketplace (1804 S Lawe St, Appleton) for our Christmas Kiwanis n' Cops n' Kids program.  

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-64540871-long#/

 

The Kiwanis 'n Cops 'n Kids Program is dedicated to promoting children's literacy while strengthening positive relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Through partnerships with local police officers, Kiwanis members, schools, and community organizations, the program provides free books to children and families, encouraging a lifelong love of reading and learning.

By putting books directly into the hands and homes of kids, the program helps improve literacy outcomes and ensures that more children have access to reading materials. At the same time, it creates meaningful opportunities for law enforcement officers to engage with children and families in a positive, supportive environment, fostering trust, connection, and a stronger sense of community.

Together, the program helps build brighter futures—one book, one child, and one community relationship at a time.

The new Family Resource Center (located in the former Trout Museum next to Houdini Plaza) will be our meeting location on December 18th.  They have a large room on floor 5 that is equipped with screens, tables and chairs. An elevator is available and members may arrive by 7 am. On-street parking should be abundant and is free before 9 am. We will have a short meeting, then a short presentation about the Center with a tour following. 

It’s hard to believe, but it’s already time to start planning the 9th Annual Fox Cities Kidz Expo! We’re excited to bring another great day of fun, learning, and community connection to kids and families throughout the Fox Cities.

As usual, the committee will work together to secure sponsors, invite exhibitors, coordinate activities, and handle all the logistics and set-up plans. Then, of course, we’ll have the best part — helping kids and their families enjoy a day of frosty fun while exploring new things, making memories, and experiencing the support of their community!

Kidz Expo Committee Meetings

All meetings begin at 8:15 a.m.

• Friday, September 11
• Friday, October 9
• Friday, November 6
• Friday, December 4
• Friday, January 8

OTHER IMPORTANT DATES

• August 13 at 8:30 a.m. – First email sent to potential exhibitors
• January 5, 2027 – Exhibitor registration deadline
• Friday, January 22, 2027 – Exhibitor setup & Friday Night Kidz
• Saturday, January 23, 2027 – 🎊 Fox Cities Kidz Expo!

Finally, we don’t take your participation in this worthwhile event for granted. We truly appreciate the talent, time, energy, and enthusiasm each committee member brings to the Kidz Expo, and we hope you’ll join us again this year.

If you’re able to help, we’d love to have you back! If your schedule won’t allow you to serve on the committee this year, we completely understand — just let us know.

Thanks for helping us make the Fox Cities Kidz Expo a special experience for kids and families across our community. We’re looking forward to another great year!

Nothing warms the soul like a warm meal! If preparing food and serving is one of your strengths, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.

We need volunteers from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Typically, when we get there we help set up different items, then serve the food to those coming through the line.  Once they're done eating, we wipe down the tables and chairs.  It goes very quickly, and we always enjoy doing this.  

Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b45aaab2fa46-serve6

Join us for story time at the Appleton Boys And Girls Club. The objective of the Kiwanis 'N Cops 'N Kids program is to improve the reading skills of children by introducing them to the adventure and creativity that is received from reading.

An Appleton Police Officer will be reading books to help support the Kiwanis 'n Cops 'n Kids program.

Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-boys#/

Nothing warms the soul like a warm meal! If preparing food and serving is one of your strengths, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.

We need volunteers from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Typically, when we get there we help set up different items, then serve the food to those coming through the line.  Once they're done eating, we wipe down the tables and chairs.  It goes very quickly, and we always enjoy doing this.  

Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0e4fa9ab22abfc1-serve#/

Join us for a special storytime as part of the Even Start Reading Program at the Community Early Learning Center!

When
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Location
Community Early Learning Center
313 S. State Street
Appleton, WI 54911
 

A local Police Officer will be reading books to children as part of our Kiwanis ‘n Cops ‘n Kids program. This fun and engaging event helps foster a love of reading while building positive connections between kids and law enforcement.

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-65984723-community

Join us on Saturday, January 23, 2027 for the 9th Annual Fox Cities Kidz Expo!

FUN -- Interactive activities & entertainment for children and parents. Activities include face painting, photos with favorite costumed characters, crafts, hands on exhibits, selfie stations, and on-going entertainment throughout the day!
 
EDUCATION -- Exhibitors will present engaging, interactive displays and activities, making it fun for families to participate.

ADVENTURE -- Interactive games, science projects, dinosaur experience, nature adventures and more!

Kidz Expo 2027 is all about family fun with learning mixed in – and admission is free! Visit foxcitieskidzexpo.com for more information on the event. 

This event is not successful without the volunteer support of our members. Sign up here: PENDING

Nothing warms the soul like a warm meal! If preparing food and serving is one of your strengths, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.

We need volunteers from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Typically, when we get there we help set up different items, then serve the food to those coming through the line.  Once they're done eating, we wipe down the tables and chairs.  It goes very quickly, and we always enjoy doing this.  

Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0e4fa9ab22abfc1-serve#/

Join us for a special storytime as part of the Even Start Reading Program at the Community Early Learning Center!

When
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Location
Community Early Learning Center
313 S. State Street
Appleton, WI 54911
 

A local Police Officer will be reading books to children as part of our Kiwanis ‘n Cops ‘n Kids program. This fun and engaging event helps foster a love of reading while building positive connections between kids and law enforcement.

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-65984723-community

Join us for a special storytime as part of the Even Start Reading Program at the Community Early Learning Center!

When
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Location
Community Early Learning Center
313 S. State Street
Appleton, WI 54911
 

A local Police Officer will be reading books to children as part of our Kiwanis ‘n Cops ‘n Kids program. This fun and engaging event helps foster a love of reading while building positive connections between kids and law enforcement.

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-65984723-community

Join us for a special storytime as part of the Even Start Reading Program at the Community Early Learning Center!

When
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Location
Community Early Learning Center
313 S. State Street
Appleton, WI 54911
 

A local Police Officer will be reading books to children as part of our Kiwanis ‘n Cops ‘n Kids program. This fun and engaging event helps foster a love of reading while building positive connections between kids and law enforcement.

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-65984723-community

Join us for a special storytime as part of the Even Start Reading Program at the Community Early Learning Center!

When
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Location
Community Early Learning Center
313 S. State Street
Appleton, WI 54911
 

A local Police Officer will be reading books to children as part of our Kiwanis ‘n Cops ‘n Kids program. This fun and engaging event helps foster a love of reading while building positive connections between kids and law enforcement.

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45AAAB2FA46-65984723-community