Kiwanis Meeting Recaps

March 19, 2025 / Common Man – 16 members were present. Steve Marler, and Misty were our “Meet a Kiwanian” guest speakers. A few members are recuperating from illness and surgeries. Dave Bernard’s wife, Flo has passed away; Dave and Flo were longtime Kiwanians, with Dave being a Kiwanian for over 60 years and a “Lifetime Member”. There have been many sponsors for the Easter Basket Giveaway, and there will be surplus money left over to use for next year’s budget. Parking Volunteers are needed for March 28 and 30 (NCAA Div. 1 Men’s Hockey Regional playoffs). If you want to help park please call Steve 603- 818-0171. Major emphasis recipient is the YMCA STAY program. We will try for a YMCA visit to observe the program in action. The Webster House “Night of Giving” is April 2- a few people will be going to the VIP event before. The Revo Casino has given over $90,000 to Kiwanis. We are going to arrange a meeting date at the Casino, to present a check to YMCA. Nicole and Delia are compiling a helpful booklet for members that include committees, chairpersons, procedures, etc.(Stay tuned). Happy Jug and Queen of Diamonds( no winner). There was a discussion about the private memver list becoming public on google – this has been rectified.

March 5, 2025 / Common Man – 19 members were in attendance. Queen of Diamonds – no winner. Parking volunteers needed – for Sebastian Manuscalco, Rascal Flatts, Jeff Dunham. There will be more upcoming events – contact Steve 603-818-0171 to help. Please Volunteer for Kiwanis Kasseroles. Scholarship applications have gone out to Key club members. Amy H. handed out flyers for Safe Sports Social March 19th 5-7 pm at the Derryfield Restaurant – www.safesportsnetwork.org for more information. Best Buddies was our guest speaker – They have a lot of opportunities to become involved with Ambassadors, Leadership, Inclusive living, Adult Friendship program. The local office is in Bedford, NH- Bedford Executive Office Park 603- 892- 4775. May 10 there is a Friendship Walk in Concord, and June 14th in Exeter’

February 5, 2025 / Common Man – Approx. 20 members present. Parking at NBT bank was updated – stay tuned for March. Key Club updated. Scholarship committee being formed. Easter basket giveaway is April 12th at Prout Park – raindate April 19th- we will need volunteers! There are 3 finalists for major emphasis to be presented to the board. Amy Hollingsworth always needs meals for Kiwanis Kasseroles.Sign up here: signupgenius.com/go/70AOF4EAAAE23A1F85-monthly#/ . Our guest speaker Jodie Tsekrekas, Development Director from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and she handed out brochures with upcoming events and fundraisers. Stay tuned for more ways to become involved.

January 8, 2025 / Common Man – 23 members and 2 potential new members present. Queen of Diamonds- no one won. Frank spoke about progress with major emphasis committee. Steve spoke about parking and the need for volunteers. Monika mentioned car stickers would be a great advertising tool. There is a Signature project that we should enter to Kiwanis International. Inter- club meeting Jan. 21st – there is still room at the Pappas Rm – Puritan Backroom. Comedy night at the Backyard Brewery on Feb 21. Tom Kallechey spoke about his love of photography, with a presentation of recent photos. Michelle Lambert told us about her background, professional career, and life with the prez.

December 18, 2024 / Common Man – 20 members present, many of them in festive attire. We had a traditional Yankee swap with lots of great gifts, some were exchanged, some were kept. Deb McLoud made some delicious cookies to share with everyone. There will be NO meeting on Jan. 1st. The first meeting of 2025 will be Wed., Jan. 8th at Common Man. There is also a Board of Director meeting that day as scheduled. On Tues., Jan. 21st, we will be having an inter-club meeting with Hooksett Kiwanis at the Oscar Barn on Route 3A in Hooksett. Stay tuned and Happy Holidays.

November 20, 2024 / Common Man – 24 members and 2 guests present. Scott welcomed our guests, who we hope will join Kiwanis.There were lots of grateful comments for the happy jug, and unfortunately no one won the Queen of Diamonds.We have 15 applicants for major emphasis, that will be reviewed and presented at the next board meeting.Updates were given for the Walk and Celebrate with a child, plus parking ( still need volunteers), budget, and book nooks.Deb McLoud gave us a brief synopsis of Breakthrough.Scott entertained the group with his life story, which will be tough to follow such a scintillating performance.