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Club Activity Photos 2009-2010

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Rick visited with the Kiwanis Club of Churchland July 22. He encouraged participation in the Capital District Convention.
www.capitaldistrictkiwanis.org Aug 20-22. They are all always so nice and welcoming.
On July 21 we discussed all that transpired lately since our last meeting. Sure have been busy. Jodie gave an informative talk about the culture and lifestyle of San Salvador. Berkley and Fred are planning the Christopher Gower Fundraising menu.
July 20th was another wonderful day at the James River Fishing Pier when Kiwanis Div21 held their annual Fishing Clinic. All who attended had a fine time. Jodie, Liz, Paul, Linda, Lankford and Rick participated. Thank you linda for being responsible for the registrations.
Our division gathered at Wesley and Darlene Brown's home in Smithfield Sunday 7/18. It was a wonderful opportunity and setting for Peter Stephenson to hold his last Division Council Meeting as our LtGov. Our Regional Trustee, "Doc" Thrush, gave a verbal presentation about the Kiwanis Capital District's budget and how it is supported by club and member dues. Doc also shared about what transpired at the Kiwanis International Convention recently. Over 300 poles, down riggers, and bags of bait were prepared for Tuesday's annual Kiwanis Div 21 Fishing Clinic. We had a very nice cookout with plenty to eat and drink. It was great to work and socialize with our fellow Kiwanians from other clubs in Div 21.
Our Community Service Chair, Rick Gonzales, arranged for the club to be responsible for a Serve the City Chesapeake project. Most of the projects were addressed during a week in June. On July 14, Berkley, Linda, Lankford, Rick and Fred with Judy gathered to clean a yard in the South Norfolk area of our city. 20 bags of waste were collected. We left a gallon of weedkiller for the homeowner to follow-up in a few weeks. Arrangements were made through Mr. Mel Howell with Heart of Compassion.
At July 7th meeting we have many visitors. It was great gathering again after being away for a few weeks. The Churchland and Great Bridge Clubs Inter-Clubbed with us. Carol with Great Bridge presented us with a check for our work at the spring Homearama in May. The program was provided by Heart of Compassion. They organize the South Norfolk projects for Serve the City Chesapeake. This group also has The Urban Outreach Center (2 locations) to help local children. For more information go to www.heartofcompassion.org.
On Thursday May 20th we held our Annual Shrimpfeast. A great time was had by all who attended and volunteered. KCI, Key Clubs, and non-Kiwanis friends also volunteered to make this a wonderful event.
President Liz, Paul, and Rick visited the Kiwanis Club of Suffolk at a nice meeting in May. We saw an interesting slide show of the middle east. Paul and Liz had just finished working 4 hours at Homearama.
Rick worked with Cory from the GB Key club watering plants, collecting what little trash accumulated, and touring the Homearama site on Sat May 8th. Time well spent.
Linda and Lankford Smith attended both “community input meetings” at City Park to get involved in the rebuilding of Fun Forest. Rick joined them along with our mayor at the evening gathering 4/22. A division 21 council meeting was held on Sat Apr 24. Our club was well represented. Rick was nominated (and accepted) to be the next LTG to represent the division. Candace gave a brief Div 21 Key Club update.
On Apr 21 we had a wonderful gathering. Bob Robinson, a candidate for Chesapeake City council, provided our program. The Kiwanis Clubs of Smithfield and Downtown Norfolk inter-clubbed with us. Brenda Garrett promoted the KPO fundraising play. Candace, our Div 21 Key Club LTG, also had breakfast with us.
During the Apr 16-18 weekend,  LtGov training was held at Smith Mountain Lake. Rick attended to prepare to succeed Peter Stephenson, our present Div 21 LTG, on Oct 1st.  Linda Smith joined the group for Sunday’s sessions about club growth. The entire event was very nicely done and quite informative. Tom Varner is going to be governor we will remember for a long time.  Rick is looking forward to a fantastic year.
On Mar 3 , Lt Col Gordon Strong USAF(ret.) presented a very informative talk about the JROTC program at Grassfield High School and nationwide. www.AFLOATS.SF.MIL/AFJROTC. Our President returned from her winter travels to attend our 3/24 meeting. She was presented a special award while attending  the CKI convention held the previous Sat in Crystal City. “Thank you Liz” for all you have done through the years to support our Service Leadership Programs. Carolyn Abram-McCadden visited with us on Mar 31 to talk about Addressing social issues in the schools and the VA Center for Inclusive Communities. www.inclusiveva.org . A very interesting program.
The Hampton Roads Regional K Family Reunion” was held at Phoebus High School on March 27th.  Fred W, Liz, Paul, Rick, Linda and Lankford participated.  Linda was presented a “Hixon” by LtGov Peter Stephenson (with healing ankle).  It was slightly different from the previous Mid-Winter Conferences held at ODU.  Next years will most likely be the 3rd Sat of Feb, 2011.
On Feb 3, RADM Norm Venzke showed an informative and very colorful slide show about what exciting work is taking place at the Military Aviation Museum. Mr. Venzke retired from the US Coast Guard after serving for 39 years. He presently volunteers as a docent at the museum and collects food donations for the Judeo-Christian Outreach Center in VA Beach. Also on 2/3, we heard from Sean Mahon with Troop 57 describe his Eagle Scout project - constructing a shelter at a preschool.
We had three guests from Indian River Key Club join us for breakfast on 1/27. President Liz Gates announced that Candace was voted as incoming Key Club Div 21 Lt Gov!  Members were reminded about the scheduled Hampton Roads Region K Family Reunion this weekend.
On Sat 1/23 Fred, Aly, and Rick met at Western Branch AMF Lanes for some great bowling fun. Fred was consistently the high scorer. We didn’t leave until 12:40AM,  too late and tired for Put-Put, Darts, or Pool.  Maybe next year.
Peaches presided over the 1/20 meeting- it has been a few years. Sarah Sterzing, Executive Director, with REACH gave us an update about their services and how we can help. They focus on homeless children while presently running 13 programs through out Hampton Roads, including the newest one being in Suffolk. Sarah shared about book ownership and the joy children can receive once they read themselves. www.ReachReads.Org. If you are interested in volunteering, they have many opportunities. Candace with the Indian River High School Key Club talked about a ginnie pig toy project they just did for Ginnie Pig Rescue. Great Job Candace.
Earl Johnson, Public Affairs Specialist, with Social Security gave a wonderful power point presentation at our Jan 13 meeting. We also had four fellow Kiwianians from Great Bridge join us along with several members from the Indian River Key Club. Olivia with G.B. presented us with a check associated with our work at the TBA Homarama in October. We will have another opportunity to volunteer for the Spring Homarama this coming May.
After not meeting on on 12/16 and 12/23, it was great to get together at Greenbrier Cracker Barrel between Christmas and New Year's Day like in past years. Liz presided over a Business / Board Meeting held on Jan 6 when we had our 1st meeting of the year. Chris Martinez, now at Longwood, and the Treasurer of the Indian River Key Club had breakfast met with us. Photos of the Div 21 Council Meeting held on 1/9 are not available.
Fred, Rick, Paul, and Liz spent some time with the Indian River Key Club on 12/15. Key Clubbers wrapped Christmas gifts for a few residents of Southeastern Training Center. Chris Martinez, last year’s president stopped by to say Hi. He is home from Longwood University for Christmas break. Thank you Liz for selecting the gifts.
Our Club’s Christmas party on Dec 14th was very nice. Many thanks to all who prepared for the event.

The Kiwanis Club of VA Beach Town Center visited us during our regular meeting on Dec 9. Pictured L-R; David, Rick, Michael, and Marilyn. We presented a Christmas gift to our hostess Mary Lou. Poinsettias were given away as our 50/50 prize.
Rick and Fred attended the 20th Annual Prayer Breakfast for Chesapeake Jail Ministries on Dec 8. Councilman Cliff Hayes stood in for Mayor Alan Krasnoff until he showed up in his running attire. Fred presented a monetary gift from our club in memory of Rev Paul Moore to Dr. Martin Powell, 2009 ministry board president. Melody Dinkle sang a wonderful inspirational / Christmas medley. Terrence Burrus shared his testimony. Our club was recognized several times from the lectern during the program.  Once again, we were proud to be part of the club and able to support this life changing ministry with the mission; “To bring restoration to those incarcerated, by seeing souls saved and lives transformed by the Gospel."
Bill, Kim, Lankford, Fred W, Paul, Liz, Jodie, Julie Ann, and Rick along with Key Club members participated in the annual Red Kettle Campaign at Sam’s Club Sat 12/5. All who volunteered had a great time.
Tim Fields, a newcomer to the community was Fred Woodall’s guest on Dec 2.  Our Div 21 Lt Gov,  Peter Stephenson also came all the way from Smithfield. He not only came to fellowship but to attend the Board of Director’s meeting which immediately followed our club meeting.  Peter shared about the DCM scheduled for 1/09 and the K Family Reunion at ODU 1/30.
We were honored to have Kim Thomas inducted into our membership on Nov 25.  WELCOME KIM!  Fred Woodall performed the official duty.  Fred Hughes, our VP, presided over the meeting while Liz was on Thanksgiving travel.  Bill Cuthriell gave his annual “History of Thanksgiving” lesson.  He concluded with an encouraging word to give thanks in all things at all times.  We were reminded about the Jail Ministry Breakfast next Tuesday.
We were surprised to be visited by the Kiwanis Club of Great Bridge who also provided our speaker on Nov 18. Patrick Carroll is the HR director at TFC. The impromptu presentation was primarily about the contract that TFC has with the city and instituting the new larger recycling bins being delivered this week. Patrick also talked about their single stream Material Recovery Facility here in Chesapeake.  Nice of you’ll to visit from GB! TFC has been a loyal sponsor of our annual Shrimp Feast. www.TFCrecycling.com
At our Nov 11 meeting, Bruce LaLonde, President of the USO of Hampton Roads gave a great presentation about what their non-profit organization does to support the men and women serving in our military. Bruce shared a little about his navy career and recognized the veterans at the meeting. www.usohr.org. The group photo are of the veterans in attendance. Bruce left with “wish list” items donated by club members.
Our 10/28 presentation was provided by MaryAnn Toboz, the Executive Director and founder of the Tidewater Arts Outreach non-for profit.  Their goal is bring performances of Music, Theatre, Dance and other forms to those that are confined to institutions or otherwise unable to attend public performances.  Special needs, the elderly and the infirmed are their target audience.  They bring the arts to the residents.  www.twartsoutreach.org/about.html. The center photo shows our own Mick Meyer attempting to describe to the club how Bunko is played. We will try it at one of our Jan 2010 breakfast meetings. This game can possibly be the center of a social/fundraiser event this coming year. The right hand image is Fred-VP and Liz-President encouraging members to donate goods.  We have an opportunity to participate to a canned food / warm clothing drive that a prayer group of which Fred belongs to has as a project.
Our club supported a golf team to compete in the Kiwanis Club of Great Bridge’s fund raiser last month. We may never know how well they played but can bet they had a great time. Thank You guys. On 10/21 Rick Gonzales showed a 15 minute DVD about Jefferson Lab, where he has worked for the past 20 years. For more information you can visit their website at  www.jlab.Org.  The lab is managed by Jefferson Science Associates and funded by your taxes through the Office of Science-part of the Dept of Energy www.DOE.Gov. Larry K. Brown fellowshipped with us for breakfast and had a talk with Liz Gates, our president and SLP Zone Coordinator about Key Club concerns after we were finished.
The Kiwanis Club of Great Bridge provided opportunities for us to raise funds by working at the annual Homearama. This was the 3rd year we helped. Several club members worked multiple shifts during this two week event. It was good community exposure for all groups who participated. Thank You Great Bridge Kiwanis.
We were all very thankful that John Richardson, Assistant Coach, ODU Mens Basketball came to speak to us on Oct 14th. The club anticipates that ODU will have one of their best years ever.
Jeannie Martin, executive director of Tidewater Youth Services (TYS) Foundation presented our program on 10/7. This non-profit organization, established in 1991, is the charitable partner to the Tidewater Youth Services Commission. They support the commission’s effort to help at-risk and delinquent youth become productive and contributing members of the community. Creating Opportunities. Instilling Hope. www.TYSFoundation.org. The meeting was followed by a board of directors meeting where we discussed, among other issues, the fun we had working with our Key Clubbers at the park Sunday.
Several members gathered at city park to serve coffee at the Great American Food Fest. This event raises funds for the So Norfolk Ruritan charities and Chesapeake Sheriff Dept support for the elderly. It was a great time to sit back, socialize, and work a little inform the community about Kiwanis. Our new club flyers were made available. Thank you Berkley for making this possible.
The annual Bark in the Park event was held Sunday 10/4. This is a major fundraiser for the Chesapeake Humane Society. All 4 key clubs sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Chesapeake provided a wonderful volunteer staff workers. Special thanks to Key Club advisors Ms. Kinsey and Mr. Mealy who assisted for the entire event.
The Hampton Roads Growth Summit took place Sat Oct 3 at the Hampton Yacht Club.  The main topics covered were: Club Status, SLP Clubs, New Club Building, and Status of Strategic Plans. Immediate Past Trustee Floyd Brown handed the Trustee Banner over to “Doc” Thrush who just started his 3 year term. Most clubs in the our entire region (4 divisions) were represented. Gov Don Dudey and Past Gov Art Rielly shared their thoughts about the region and gave words of thanks and encouragement. They both offered to provide assistance in growing Kiwanis. Next regional gathering will be at the Mid-Winter Family Reunion, ODU Webb Center, Sat Jan 30th.
Linda, Lankford, and Rick visited with the Kiwanis Club of Smithfield at their lunchtime 10/1 weekly meeting. Immediate Past Lt Gov Linda Smith presented the “ Capital District Kiwanis Div 21 Lt Gov Banner ” to Lt Gov Peter Stephenson. We were all given a warm Smithfield welcome. John Mack with the Boys and Girls club provided the program.
Georgia Bartlett, Dir of Development, with CPC  visited with us in 9/30 and shared about the Crisis Pregnancy Center of Tidewater. This ministry provides a very valuable service to our community. She shared some statistics and plans for growth. An invitation to their Annual Benefit Banquet – was extended to our membership.  “Arise Lord; Lift up your hand O God, Do not forget the helpless. Psalm 10:12”.  You can learn more at www.cpcfriends.com.  Byron was presented with a Thank You plaque for his work as club president.  Liz Gates presided over her first meeting as club president this morning.
Sept 23 was a special day. Outgoing President Byron Harrell gave special recognition to Charlie Hackworth for his work this past year and presented him with “Kiwanian of the Year”.  Congratulations Charlie.  President Jerry Brown and Secretary Larry Brown from the Churchland Kiwanis Club were granted time to share about their club’s 150 Raffle fundraiser scheduled for Oct 23. LtGov Peter Stephenson did the induction of new officers and presentation of pins. Incoming board is: Liz Gates-President, Fred Hughes-Vice President, Charlie Hackworth-Treasurer, Paul Gates-Secretary, Rick Gonzales-Interclub Chair, John O’Keefe-Legal Advisor, Fred Woodall-Club Growth, Linda Smith-Past LtGov.
It was simply wonderful to spend some time with our 4 Key Clubs at the Heritage Days (they keep changing the name) 9/ 19 & 20. The weather was great, lots of smiles and fellowship. More photos can be seen under Key Club Activities. Many thanks to all who helped particularly the Key Club Advisors, and of course all who did the setup and shopping!
Mick Meyer gave a power point presentation about Teen Driver Safety on Sept 16.
We were entertained on 9/9 by professional storyteller Susan Corbett. She demonstrated several methods to encourage reading, engage children in conversation, and help children retain information.  She provided a nice presentation. Thank you, Susan.
We had a great meeting on Sept 2nd. The Kiwanis Club of Smithfield inter-clubbed with us, Peter Stephenson, the incoming Div 21 LtGov made a brief presentation. Ed Mortimer with Smithfield is shown above.  Also pictured is Emily Gansel, Development Coordinator, with CHIP/Healthy Families Chesapeake. Emily gave a brief overview of their organization and shared about the services they provide to families and children in our community. Charlie Hackworth, one of us, serves on the board of CHIP.
On Aug 28th, Kevin Heyman drove all the way from Poquoson to make an educational presentation about retirement accounts. He shared recent changes in the tax law and details about Roth IRAs.
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