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New York District Kiwanis Foundation Non-Profit Org. 1522 Genesee Street, Utica New York 13502 US Postage PAID Brooklyn NY Permit No 686 Nine Highlights From Ninety Years of Kiwanis As Kiwanis celebrates its 90th anniversary, 1925 – The Kiwanis Club of Sacramento delegates to the Washington, DC, convention each of the past 90 years was important for sponsors a club for "key boys" in the local approve the historic change overwhelmingly. those we serve. Here are nine years that high school. This first Key Club will eventu- US President Ronald Reagan addresses the were especially important for the organiza- ally grow into the world's largest service convention and honors the Kiwanis school- tion, when events changed the history of club for high school students. Key Club will age drug abuse campaign with a Presidential Kiwanis. be joined by Circle K for collegians, Builders Citation for Private Sector Initiatives, the 1914 – Allen S. Browne, a professional Club for junior high students, and K-Kids for nation's top award for community outreach organizer for fraternal groups, has an idea elementary students in future decades. programs. for a new kind of club and begins recruiting 1940 – Kiwanis marks its 25th anniver- 1994 – The first Kiwanis Worldwide business and professional men in Detroit, sary with a birthday party in Detroit. Twenty- Service Project to eliminate iodine deficiency Michigan. Browne's proposed name for the five silver dollars decorating the cake are disorders is officially launched at the group, the Benevolent Order Brothers, is auctioned for $625, the first funds of the new International Convention in New Orleans, rejected, however. As one member com- International Foundation. In the future, the Louisiana. The $75 million fund-raising goal mented, "Who wants to belong to an organ- foundation will become a major partner in is surpassed in 2001, and today Kiwanis- Secretary/Treasurer ization called BOB?" A committee consults Kiwanis service, receiving and granting more funded IDD programs are active in more than Joseph Eppolito with a local historian, who tells them about a than $1 million each year to support Kiwanis 90 nations. The United Nations Children’s phrase in the local American Indian lan- service programs. Fund, our project partner, estimates that I hope that all of you had a happy holiday sea- guage: Nunc Kee-wanis, which means, 1955 – After almost 40 years of renting these programs are protecting 75 million son. We completed a very successful K- approximately, "We get together" or "We ever-expanding office space, plans are made children each year from the risk of mental Family Weekend at the Hudson Valley Resort trade." The club adopts an abbreviated ver- for Kiwanis to own its own headquarters. retardation. Ian Perdriau, a member of the & Spa. We brought together Kiwanians, Key sion of this phrase, Kiwanis. January 21, Delegates approve a $1 increase in dues for Kiwanis Club of Melbourne, Australia, is Club and Circle K leaders for a weekend of 1915, becomes the official birthday of three years to pay for the building. The 1958 elected as the first International President fun, fellowship, Kiwanis Board meetings and Kiwanis when the Detroit group receives a International Convention is held in Chicago from outside the founding nations of the spirited games of cricket. Now that we are in corporate charter from the State of to witness the laying of the cornerstone, and United States and Canada. the new year it’s time to look forward to Michigan. the staff moves into the new Kiwanis upcoming events: 1919 – A debate over the organization's International Building in 1959. purpose, personal business advantage or 1961 – The convention in Toronto is the Mid-Year Conference community service, reaches a climax at the largest in history with almost 14,000 regis- This year’s Mid-Year Conference will be convention in Birmingham, Alabama. As a trants. In a historic action, convention dele- held February 25-27, 2005 at the Hudson professional organizer, Browne owns rights gates approve Kiwanis extension outside the Valley Resort & Spa Kerhonkson, New York. in the organization and supports the busi- United States and Canada. Today, Kiwanis We are planning a very exciting and fun-filled ness exchange model for Kiwanis. The anti- clubs are active in 94 nations. program. There will be many new forums that Browne majority offers to buy him out and 1987 – After 15 years of debate, the will be of interest to all. See Registration Form Browne names his price: $17,500. Members International Board recommends adoption of on page 10 of the ESK. Note: registration goes and clubs quickly subscribe the sum on the a women's membership amendment, and directly to the Hudson Valley Resort and Spa. convention floor. Kiwanis "buys itself" and service triumphs over business interests. International Convention 2005 Henry J. Elliott, Montreal, Quebec, is the first Governor Receives Certificate of Election The 90th Annual Kiwanis International Canadian President. Convention will take place on July 2-6, 2005 1924 – A constitutional convention is held in Honolulu, Hawaii. The New York delegation in Denver, Colorado. A more detailed consti- will have the Sheraton Wakiki Hotel as its tution is adopted, the six Permanent Objects headquarters hotel. In addition, we have the of Kiwanis are adopted, and Kiwanis Double Tree Inn for those Kiwanians interest- International becomes the official name. ed in another 5 Star property at an excellent land only package. Clubs received a mailing in November, 2004 with all the appropriate KI KI Foundation Helps and NY District Forms. The NY District land only package form can be found on our web- ‘Give Children A page. KI forms are available on the KI web- page and October, 2004 KI magazine. Chance’ Through Hawaii has many things to offer to the Annual Gift Campaign Kiwanians and their families. The convention by DPG Joseph Eppolito promises to be one you will enjoy. Make your The Kiwanis International Foundation helps plans early and enjoy your visit to Hawaii and Kiwanis International in its quest to serve the the Kiwanis International Convention. Let’s all children of the world. This year's theme is: get behind PG Tom DeJulio and elect him give children a chance. You can do that by International President Case Van Kleef (center left) and Susan Van Kleef (left) present- Kiwanis Int’l Trustee. having your club contribute the the KI ed the official Certificate of Election to District Governor Glenn Hollins (center right) and Susan Groenewoud (right) during the Kiwanis International Council meeting in Monthly Reports Foundation Annual Club Gift Campaign for Indianapolis in October. The division Lt. Governor and the District 2004-05. Office needs your help. The Club Monthly All club presidents received a letter from the KI Foundation along with a brochure to Presentation Promotes Report needs to be completed and sent on a THE EMPIRE STATE timely basis to your Lt. Governor and the complete. To be eligible for distinguished Read Around the World District Office. In turn, the District Office can club, a club needs to contribute at least $5 Read Around the World is Kiwanis produce a more accurate monthly report for per member based on the club's member- International's newest annual observance. ship totals as of 10/01/04 or $100, whichev- This year, Kiwanis clubs will encourage child clubs and divisions that reflect service proj- KIWOfficial ANIANPublication of ects, youth activities, sponsored youth activi- er is greater.The club will also receive a ban- literacy from February 1-March 3. Support ner patch if at least $25 is donated but THE NEW YORK DISTRICT KIWANIS materials were sent to clubs in November. ties and membership totals. For the most part, FOUNDATION, INC. 30% of our 300+ clubs do NOT send their unless the club contributes at the distin- The purpose of Read Around the World is Published by monthly reports in on a timely basis. Part of guished criteria level, it will not count to promote child literacy by reading to chil- towards the 100% contribution award for the The New York District Kiwanis dren and presenting them with age-appro- the duties of a club secretary is to complete Foundation Inc. in the interest of the monthly report and get it in to the District division. priate books they can keep and read again. The monies are used to support and for the development of the clubs During the past two years, hundreds of Office no later than the 10th of the next in the district. month. A President needs to review and sign Sponsored Youth Education, scholarships, Kiwanis clubs have read to children at Circulation ...... 11,000 the report. Timely filing ensures better com- Kiwanis Education and grants..so PLEASE be libraries, schools, and child-care facilities munication at all levels. generous. Publication Office: and given thousands of books to children so Historically, the NY District has lagged MizMo Grafix Inc. they can continue reading at home. behind most of the other 48 Districts in 1535 63rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11219 Now Kiwanians can explain the project to Kiwanis International in this area of need. We Phone: 718-259-9679 Fax: 718-259-3422 their own clubs and other groups with a new New York District Website usually get only 40% of our 300+ clubs to PowerPoint presentation. The 13 PowerPoint www.kiwanis-ny.org make a contribution. let's buck that trend Email ADDRESS: slides explain the basics of Read Around the and give this year. [email protected] World and inform viewers how they can par- I can be contacted @ 315-449-8613, the ticipate. For a copy of the presentation, Maureen Neuringer, District Editor District Office: 315-735-3463 or emailed: direct your request to [email protected] William Moseley, District Photographer EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN [email protected] should you have any or call Kiwanis International at 800-549- 2. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 questions on the Ki Foundation. 2647 ext. 211. Westchester Village & Morris Park Bring Presents and Smiles to Kids
Governor Glenn W. Hollins
Susan and I would like to extend our sin- cere best wishes for a healthy and happy New Year for everyone. The good things that our clubs have done through this season brought joy to many families and individuals. It is your Kiwanis club that has made a dif- ference. The variety of projects demonstrat- ed our commitment to our communities. We are looking forward to seeing you at our Mid Year Conference on February 25-27, 2005 at the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa. It will be a wonderful conference and we have many interesting forums and workshops for you. For further information about our con- ference schedule, forums and other events, please go to our web site, www.kiwanis- ny.org. Just a quick update about the terrific K-Family Weekend we had in November. Kiwanians, Circle Kers and Key Clubbers enjoyed a busy weekend of forums, board meetings and best of all some spirited games of cricket, thanks to Queens West LG Eric Shavarain. We met our counterparts in the K-family and got to know each other while having fun. Thanks you to all the help- ing hands who created a special weekend for all of us. On page 4 you will notice a Round Robin Form to report your interclub visits. I encour- age everyone to get involved in this valuable exchange of ideas from your fellow Kiwanians. Remember to send your reports to the District Office so your club can get credit for your efforts. Basket Raffle to Be Held All New York District Clubs should be in At Mid-Year Conference the process of planning some projects that By Rebecca Ovadia will meet the criteria for the 2005-2006 Basket Raffle Chair Governor’s Project. The types of projects that This year, as in the past, we will be holding a each club does should be limited only by the basket raffle at the Mid-Year Conference at imagination and inventiveness of the club the Hudson Valley Resort on February 25-27, members. Therefore, clubs are encouraged 2005. to undertake new projects whose basic The success of the raffle year after year themes combine children and their safety is truly a shining achievement for our District and partner with other organizations as and for all of our generous Kiwanians within. appropriate. This year, First Lady Susan had designated Here are some ideas for you to consider: Kamp Kiwanis and the Pediatric Trauma • Partnering with the local fire department Center at North Shore University Hospital as and have school children conduct a home the recipients of money raised by the raffle. fire safety check list. • Partnering with the We are requesting at least one gift basket local, county or state police and have a car from each Division in the District to be raffled seat safety check; Partnering with the AAA of at the February Conference. Of course, and hold a bicycle safety rodeo. • Partnering we will be happy to accept as many baskets with the ASPCA, zoo, veterinarian or local as are donated. This is a great opportunity animal rescue group for an animal and child for you to showcase the uniqueness of your safety program. With home pool safety, play- The Kiwanis Clubs of MORRIS PARK and Each child was asked in advance, “what Club or Division and to highlight the product ground safety, road and traffic safety and WESTCHESTER VILLAGE, Bronx Westchester would you like from Santa?” The highlight of native to your area. household safety clubs should have no prob- South Division – for the last fifteen years have the evening was a visit from the man in the We hope to create some excitement and lem creating new and exciting projects provided a Christmas Party for the children of red suit, “Santa Claus.” They children cheered fun at our weekend at the Hudson Valley which I look forward to hearing about. the Institute for Special Education and this with joy and were thrilled to see Santa (Morris Resort and in the process raise much need- See you at the New York District Mid-Year year was no different. LG Rocco Riti, Morris Park’s Gary DeViso) with presents for all. The ed money for our Kamp and the Pediatric Conference. I think you will be pleasantly Park Pres. Peter Caliendo and Westchester event was organized by Tony Sassone, who Trauma Centers. surprised with our new location. Village Pres. Angie Politano and Kiwanians got the toys from Steve’s Toyland. If you have any questions about the raffle, Check out the gathered at the Institute on Pelham Parkway The Morris Park and Westchester Village please contact me, Rebecca Ovadia, Basket New York District Website at in the Bronx where they decorated and set-up Clubs also made sure there was a magician Chair at [email protected] or at www.kiwanis-ny.org for the party. DJ Serg provided spirited musi- on hand to entertain the youngsters. Everyone (516) 432 5690. I look forward to meeting cal entertainment for the crowd who danced feasted on delicious food and the spirit of the you and the fruits of your labor in February. EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN and enjoyed the sound. season prevailed. Thank you. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 3. Caring Kiwanians Respond Interclub Guidelines Have Changed to Tsunami Relief Appeals Below is a Round Robin Form for reporting The Kiwanis International Headquarters was Kiwanis will be part of the humanitarian your Club’s Inter-Club activity for the 2003- closed from Christmas to New Year's Day, so response," said International President Case 04 Administrative Year. If your club has not no staff was on duty when news of the Van Kleef. "Kiwanis clubs in the disaster yet completed this form, please do so and Indian Ocean tsunami spread around the areas communicated with the International forward to your division’s 2003-04 Lt. world. However, Kiwanis clubs didn't wait Office and identified urgent needs. The Governor for verification, this form must be for guidance from headquarters. Kiwanis International Foundation's disaster returned to the District Office as soon as The Kiwanians of Colombo, Sri Lanka, relief fund is the best way for Kiwanis clubs possible. gathered emergency supplies, jumped into to answer these appeals. Kiwanis funds will The Inter-Club Guidelines have changed their cars, and drove across the island nation target the immediate and long-term needs of for the 2004-2005 Administrative Year. to the devastated areas. Clubs in Singapore the many children who have been injured or Clubs with 20 or fewer members need a and Taiwan immediately sent funds to orphaned by this tragic event." minimum of two members in attendance to Kiwanis clubs in the affected nations. The During the first week, 176 Kiwanis clubs constitute an inter-club meeting. Diversity Kiwanis International Foundation sent e-mail and individual members donated more than Clubs with 21 to 30 members need three C. Janet Banks alerts to Kiwanis leaders around the world, $80,000. Many more have responded since members, and clubs with 31 or more mem- informing them that the Foundation's disas- then, and the Kiwanis International bers need at least four members in atten- Leadership is the one most important com- ter relief fund was ready to accept and for- Foundation continues to direct funds to relief dance. ponents necessary to achieve diversity or ward donations from clubs and members. and reconstruction projects sponsored by These new guidelines can be found in the inclusiveness in any organization. An organi- "The Indian Ocean tsunami is the largest Kiwanis clubs in the nations damaged by the October 2004 Kiwanis Magazine on page 51, zation must seek more visionary leaders to natural catastrophe in living memory, and earthquake and resulting tsunami. under the Club Clinic section. push the organization forward at all levels. It is then imperative that leadership from the very top is committed to putting resources Amityville Presents and people in positions to embrace and pro- mote diversity or inclusiveness. Powell Terrific Award For the fourth year, the Kiwanis Club of North Kiwanis International leaders put into Inter-Club and Round Robin Form practice what is stated above. That visionary Amityville will sponsor the Terrific Kids rogram at the newly renovated Park Avenue leader in Kiwanis International was Past P International President Brian Cunat. Under School located in Amityville, New York. Over Past President Cunat the first Kiwanis 1,000 students have received certificates, International Diversity Committee was creat- pencils, and stickers. ed with 18 members from varied back- grounds and a Chairman, Past International President Walter Sellers was at the helm. This committee has met annually at Kiwanis International’s home office. The committee's objective was simple: Kiwanis should increase its capacity to better serve more communities by engaging different people with different ideas on how to best serve the needs of the community. We should openly accept and tolerate others, and develop greater sensitivity to the appreciation of
(left) Amityville member Andy Powell is very proud of his son Wesley for receiv- ing the “Terrific Kids” Award two years consecutively. Wesley is also an honor student and has received numerous other awards.
other cultures and reach out to increase membership of women and younger adults. The commitment of Past President Cunat was continued by Kiwanis Past International President Ito and currently embraced by Kiwanis leadership team with Kiwanis International President Case Van Kleef at the helm. As Kiwanis International Immediate President Robert Moore stated: We are determined to get away from the traditional " Your year and my year" in Kiwanis. He stat- ed further that Kiwanis is not a "sprint" but , is a "relay" race -and each year the baton of leadership, the outgoing and the incoming leaders must be up and running full steam in the same lane. This is equally important on the club and district level. It was under Immediate Past President Robert Moore that Kiwanis International presented its first Diversity forum during its International Convention held in St. Louis, MO in June Continued on Page 5 EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN 4. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 Hornell Kiwanians Celebrate 65 Service Years to Community On September 11, 2004, the Hornell Kiwanis Governor Peter remained for the swear- Club celebrated the 65th Anniversary of their ing in of the new officers and board by Charter at Rupert’s at the Lodge. The Club incoming Chemung Lt. Governor Mimi was chartered on September 8, 1939 by Melegrito while outgoing two term Lt. Hornell Area businessmen. Governor of the Chemung Division Kathy Graciously accepting the invitation of the Peris looked on with her spouse John. The club to attend the celebration was past incoming officers are: President Steve Peck, Kiwanis Governor Peter Mancuso and his President Elect Bob Peisher, staying on for wife Karen, Past Governor Justin Underwood their second term each were the Secretary (02-03) and his wife current Lt. Governor of Fred Wessels (P. Lt. Governor) the Treasurer her division Joanne. Former Governor from Stan Cone. Outgoing board members were Hornell’s Chemung Division Dutch Craumer thanked for their tenure and contribution to (93-94) attended with Bonnie. Days before the board. Outgoing President Tim Rosell the event former Governor Jim Yochum (98- swore in their newest member Shirley Morey 99) and his wife Mary became unavailable as one of his last official duties of his term but had intention of attending. which expired on September 30th. International Kiwanis President Robert An interclub from Corning as well as Moore sent along his congratulations on our The night began with a moving invocation (L -R) IPG Peter Mancuso, Chemung Lt. many of the Hornell Kiwanis members and years of service to the community and by Hornell Past President Chuck Robertson Gov. Mimi Melegrito inducting incoming their guests attended and were treated to a wished the club many more to come. acknowledging the 9-11 events of three President Steve Peck and looking on red pepper bisque, a meal of prime rib, Vice President Bob Peisher, Outgoing chicken marsala or salmon. The dinning President Tim Rosell, Steve's wife room was tastefully decorated with a red, Three Divisions Interclub at Holiday Sherrie Peck awaiting the pinning. white and blue, stars and stripes patriotic years prior followed by a moving clarinet theme in respect for the day. The committee Tree Festival in Canandaigua Area solo of Amazing Grace by Jim Herrick who of the 65th was properly thanked and the entertained the crowd with wonderful dinner night ended with delicious desserts prepared music throughout the night. by Rupert’s staff. Sal Matroniano Receives Christiano Award
Representatives of three New York District Divisions attend the 2004 Festival of Tree’s in Canandaigua. Pictured: representing the Brooklyn Division were Nydia and Joe Corace, representing the Finger Lakes Division were Pat & Linda Cooney and Patricia This past August, the Past Governors Council behalf of Kiwanis and our children. The Hook and representing the Genesee Division were Justin & Joann Underwood and Guy presented their coveted Gerald P. Christiano Gerald P. Christiano award is presented & Terry Desant. It was a beautiful start to a great holiday season. Award to Rochester West Central’s Sal annually at the NY District Convention by the Matroniano. The award was presented by Past Governors Council, after they have con- Banks Past International President Jerry Christiano sider the nominees for this award based on Continued from Page 4 and Past Governor Jack Tetamore to Sal their time in and service to the New York Matroniano for all his devoted efforts on District. 2004. The presenters were: Kiwanis increase for meeting the criteria to earn it. International first woman Board member, NY District Immediate Past Governor, Lisa McCoy, C. Janet Banks and Al Gilbert III, Peter Mancuso has continued to carry the Circle K Does Their Part to Help Tsunami Victims the latter two are members of the Kiwanis baton for diversity in NY District relay race. This letter comes from Andrew Sindell because it does not have any religious affili- International Diversity Committee since its Under his leadership, the first diversity forum Circle K Club Building and Development Chair ation which made it easy for almost anyone inception. This diversity forum was warmly was held during the 2003-2204 NY District in response to the tsunami disaster. to donate. received as indicated by the attendance and Convention. Tiffani Banks Day, Peter Yu, Hey Everyone – I know everyone is hav- We simply had a table with a few chairs the questions asked following the presenta- Phyllis Smith and C. Janet Banks were the ing difficulty taking the devastating news of and information about the organization we tions. Presenters. Under the leadership of Past the recent Tsunami disaster. Many people I had chose to donate to. We had some flyers, New York District Past Governor Justin Governor Peter an Asian Club, the Kiwanis know are trying to find a way to help. I want facts, as well as pictures, about the Tsunami Underwood followed the lead of Kiwanis Club of Flushing was organized in Queens to share a personal story that took place two and Americares. The reception we received International and created the New York East Division. This new club has already days ago in Westchester County, NY that oth- was amazing, tons of people donated money District Kiwanis first Diversity committee and strengthened the NY District with its mem- ers can use as a possible example of how some well over $100, both cash and checks. appointed C. Janet Banks as the bership and plans to meet the needs of its they can help. Many people told us that they have been Chairwoman of the New York District. community and increase its membership. I was talking with one of my friends over meaning to donate but didn't know which Governor Justin initiated a first diversity As New York District Governor Glenn this winter break and we decided we want- organization to choose or how to donate so forum during New York District mid winter Hollins took office he and the 2004-2005 ed to do something in order to help the vic- this gave them a wonderful opportunity.In conference, the presenters during the District Diversity Committee are committed tims of the Tsunami disaster. Since we both the end the local news ended up coming and Diversity forum was Past Governor Tom to continue the New York District Kiwanis lack creativity we figured something simple did a story on the fundraising campaign. DeJulio, Lt. Governor Maureen Allen and mission in diversity. would work best. We gathered a bunch of Today I went to Stamford to drop off the Chairperson, Lt. Governor C. Janet Banks. In a recent article that appeared in the our friends and decided to go to the busiest money and meet with the President/CEO of This forum helped to promote awareness of Kiwanis magazine, the writer mentioned a part of town where we all grew up and sim- the organization, he was extremely thankful the enrichment and strength diverse mem- request by Janet and that is she hopes that ply set up a table. Before choosing a loca- and told me people all over the country were bership can offer clubs. Chairwoman Janet each Kiwanian will remember that "Kiwanis tion to set up and try to collect money we beginning to rally local citizens to donate. In and the diversity committee main objective has a place for each face." The New York had to pick an organization to donate to. Our total we raised over $2000 in about eight was to create more awareness and to moti- District 2004-2005 Diversity committee is goal was to find the organization that would hours. I urge everyone to try to organize vate clubs to see the benefits from diversity reflective of that logo. give the highest percentage of money to the some fundraising efforts for tsunami relief and inclusiveness. Janet created a diversity The 2004-2005 New York District Disaster Relief. To our amazement we found whether it be at your school, within your patch with the assistance of a fellow Committee includes: Virginia Eppolito, Sister one organization in Stamford CT called Circle K club, division or in your hometown. Kiwanian, Cheryl Kovarsy from the Kiwanis Marie Kirmse, Martin Neuringer, Phyllis R. Americares (www.americares.org) which is Club of Hollis. The Diversity patch has creat- Smith, Peter Yu and C. Janet Banks giving 100% of the money to relief with no EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN ed interest anti clubs in the district are on the Chairperson. overhead. We also liked this organization JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 5. Plattsburgh Breakfast Club Presents Carolyn McCarthy Cuts Ribbon for Memory Walk Legion of Honor Awards to Members
The Honorable Carolyn McCarthy (U.S. Congresswoman) with AALI President Jules Levy cutting the ribbon to begin Alzheimer’s Project the Walk. Steve Haller Buffalo Bill’s Charity Game Continued from Page 16 by Mary Ann Ragona, Alzheimer’s Assoc. LG John Van Natten presents certificate (l-r) President Bonnie Fenwick presents On Saturday, October 2, 2004, Long Island to President Bonnie Fenwick. PP Crystal Carter with 5 Year Legion of wide receiver Lee Evans, special teamer and Kiwanians joined the Alzheimer’s Association Honor Award. safety Coy Wire, and running back Travis Kiwanis Club of PLATTSBURGH BREAKFAST of Long Island for Memory Walk 2004. Henry; a basketball autographed by CLUB, Adirondack Division – LG John Van Members from the Long Island Kiwanis Syracuse. National Championship Coach Jim Natten opened the Plattsburgh Breakfast Clubs, Key Clubs & K-Clubs joined the Boeheim; a helmet and official jersey auto- Club meeting with a presentation of the Alzhiemer’s Association to help raise funds graphed by Drew Bledsoe; and an auto- goals established within the Adirondack to support the programs and services offered graphed Bill’s cap by head coach Mike Division and the New York District of by the Long Island Chapter. Mularky. They also raffled off a pair of tick- Kiwanis. He discussed the Governor’s focus This year new fund raising techniques ets to the Bills-Browns game and a Buffalo on child safety and included items about included the creation of Memory Walk Bills NFL mallet putter, Bill’s “throw blanket”, child restraints, use of helmets in recreation- Coordinator positions and the development and a wooden Buffalo Bills Pen and Pencil al activities, and in home safety checks. of District WebPages where Kiwanis mem- Set, and many other items! The Bill’s signed Presentations were made by LG John Van bers could log on and make a donation to the autographs and had their pictures taken with Natten to the club’s officers. Certificates and Association. Kiwanis members also encour- some of our members. A special thanks to pins went to President Bonnie Fenwick and aged business colleagues, friends, and fam- Mike McCartan and his wife Kim for setting Secretary Beth Stansbury, Vice President ily members to log on and support Memory up and running the raffle which netted close Robert L. Magine and Treasurer Tonia Walk 2004. to $2,000. Finnegan also received certificates and pins. Collectively, Long Island Kiwanians raised After the game, our Kiwanis gang President Bonnie Fenwick presented the over $4600 for the Long Island Chapter. returned to the tent for a festive post-game Legion of Honor Award to PP Crystal L. Kiwanis members also volunteered their victory party. I must say, the Jets fans were (l-r) Diane V. Beeman is presented a 10 time on the day of the walk to work at the Carter, PLG Kathleen Hazel, and Deborah good sports, and as Gov. Hollins noted before Year Legion of Honor Award by President tote, t-shirt and food tents. A memorable (Sam) Witherwax for 5 years of service; and the game, we may be Jet’s fans or Bill’s fans, to Diane V. Beeman for 10 years of service. Bonnie Fenwick. moment was watching the “dancing Kiwanis but we are all Kiwanians, and “the real win- chefs” at the BBQ pits. They danced in their ners today are the children who benefit from aprons to the tunes of our DJ, Spin Around this event.” Sound. Everyone got into the spirit of the day Bronx Westchester Remembers “Lena” West Seneca would like to thank all for helping to raise more than $117,000 for their help and generosity. Long Island programs and services. In Alzheimer’s October Memory Walk SPONSORS AND PATRONS: Over $7,000 I am (Mary Ann Malack-Ragona, Exe- of the money raised today came from gener- cutive Director/CEO) most appreciative of all ous sponsors and patrons. THE LEGEND of the efforts put forth by the Long Island GROUP HAS BEEN A PLATINUM SPONSOR Kiwanis Clubs. “Without the support of the EVERY YEAR. Event Chair Larry Jones Kiwanis Clubs, we would not be able to put remarks, “I am proud to be associated with this event together.” “Kiwanians play a major this firm and thank them for their generous role in the success of this event.” This year support.” “PG TOM and ROSEMARY Ms. Ragona faced a particular challenge, as DEJULIO, have been there for us every year; the truck that was delivering all of the equip- ERNIE AND BARB DOBIES OF SAVILLE’S ment and supplies for the Walk blew a tire OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT, has been a and arrived two hours late for the Walk. Platinum or Gold Sponsor the last 3 years, Kiwanis members rolled up their shirt and our new Gold Sponsor for this year, sleeves, organized the volunteers, formed an LARRY SCHEIBER’S NORTHTOWN AUTOMO- assembly line and because of their enthusi- TIVE GROUP.” “Also thanks also to our Silver asm and efforts, opening ceremonies went Sponsors: Chick-n-Pizza Works (our caterer); on as planned at 10:00 a.m. Dunn Tire, LLC; Ecology & Environment; IPLG Alzheimer’s Association of Long Island “Woody” Ryder, Long Island North; and the would like to thank the Long Island Kiwanis West Seneca Teacher’s Association, Inc. The Clubs for their continued support. A special BRONX WESTCHESTER SOUTH DIVISION – Silver Sponsors, along with our Bronze thank you goes to Steve Haller who is the Kiwanians led by Lt. Governor Rocco Riti and Danielle Reed Becomes Sponsors and Patrons, too many to list here, Kiwanis Club Liaison for Memory Walk. This Immediate Past Lt. Governor Sister Anne LISC Key Club Lt. Governor have in most cases been with us in previous is the second year that Steve has taken on Marie Kirmse walked on October 3 in the years as well.” the responsibility to help the Alzheimer’s Westchester Memory Walk sponsored by the Jones extends heartfelt thanks to the Association with Memory Walk and we are Alzheimer’s Association. More than $2,500 WEST SENECA KIWANIS CLUB. “Their help deeply grateful for his continued support and was raised by this group of 20 Kiwanis fam- and support is vital to the success of this efforts. Another special thank you goes to ily members, including Key Clubbers from undertaking.” Jones exclaims, “our commit- Mauro Cassano who organized the food Saunders High School in Yonkers and tee consisting of: Diane Beres, Lenny and preparation. Serving 500 hungry walkers is Ursuline Academy in New Rochelle. Many Marsha Bek, John Blando, Darrell Jones, no easy task, but Mauro and his fellow walked for three miles in memory of Lena Peter Kosanovich, Charlie Markel, Mike & Kiwanians took on the task for a second year Giordano, a Fordham University employee Kim McCartan, Marge McLaughlin, Greg in a row and we are ever so grateful. who recently passed away and was afflicted Notaro, Joanne Pyle, Don Rauscher, Ivan With over 55,000 families impacted by by Alzheimer’s. Stopping to celebrate at the Tarnopoll, Bill Tober, Ted Winkle, and Jim Alzheimer’s Disease, there is a tremendous end of their walk are, from left: Vickie Volino, Yochum, have made tireless efforts on our need for the programs and services offered Ann Gannon, Eleanor Patane, Susan behalf.” “A special thanks to my wife Carol.” Brucculeri, Pasquale Marchese, Carol Continued on Page 12 “The final thank you to all Kiwanians, Murabito, Sister Anne Marie, Georgina Following in the footsteps of DPLG Jim who support and talk up the event, who Arendacs, Rocco Ritti, Rosemary DeJulio, Reed, daughter Danielle proudly takes show up and support us each year, and who EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN Tom DeJulio, Ron Volino, and Ursuline Key the office of Lt. Governor of the Long give the Buffalo Bill’s Charity Game your 6. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 Club President, Jazmine Pina. Island South Key Club Division. moral support.” Happy 90th Anniversary, Kiwanis! January 21st, 2005 is Kiwanis International’s $17,500 in one-half hour to buy Kiwanis administrative offices from Chicago where 90th birthday! Our New York District is cele- from founder/organizer Allen Simpson they had been since 1959 to a new 60,000 brating this very special event with a year- Browne. square feet building in Indianapolis, Indiana. long observance including a special focus by • 1922 – The first convention held outside • 1983 – Delegates to the Houston, Texas all Kiwanis levels on improving our club’s the United States was in Toronto, Canada, convention elected Frank J. DiNoto of image in the community through better proj- with over 4,000 people attending. Newport Beach, California the 72nd ects well publicized, and better club meet- • 1924 – Kiwanis’ six permanent objects, President of Kiwanis International, a Roman ings with good programs and good fellow- unchanged to this day, were adopted at the Catholic, following 71 WASPs. ship. Hopefully your club has also planned a Denver, Colorado convention. special birthday party meeting on or close to • 1925 – The first Key Club was instituted by that date. the Sacramento, California Kiwanis Club. Originally for boys only, Key Club officially went coed in 1977. 90th Anniversary • 1936 – Our first Washington D.C. conven- Tony Kaiser tion was attended by U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt. • 1993 – The Nice, France convention, only • 1940 – The Kiwanis International the second to be held outside of North Foundation was created. America, is especially noteworthy for the • 1943-45 – Due to World War II, these three announcement by incoming President Art years were the only ones in our 90-year his- Swanberg of our first Worldwide Service tory in which no real International Project, IDD and our partnering with UNICEF Conventions were held. Necessary business to implement it. To date, Kiwanis has raised was conducted at an International Council over $78 million for IDD and saved millions meeting or a small administrative convention of children and adults from mental retarda- with very limited attendance. tion, cretinism, goiter, and other serious ill- • 1946 – The Atlantic City, N.J. convention nesses. Also, 1993-94 saw the first female Trish and Ian Perdriau District Governor in our history: Marycel Engracia of our Philippine South District. • 1987 – At our second convention in • 1994 – Elected in New Orleans as our 80th Washington D.C., U. S. President Ronald International President, Ian Perdriaus from George F. Hixson Reagan attended and addressed over Melbourne, Australia was our first non-North 12,000 delegates and guests. After numer- Rochester Club American president. ous unsuccessful attempts over many years, First International President • 1916-1918 • 1995 – Our second non-North American delegates voted to permit Kiwanis clubs president and the first from Europe, Iceland’s Another major part of our celebration will worldwide to welcome women as members. Eyjolfur “Eddie” Sigurdsson immediately fol- be the May 6, 2005 concert to be held at the Also adopted was a worldwide plan for lowed the first. Eddie later joined the staff Tilles Center for the performing arts on the regional representation on the International heading up our European Federation office in C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University Board of Trustees. Tony Kaiser was elected Ghent, Belgium and still later became in Brookville, L.I. It promises to be a gala the 73rd International President, the first International’s Executive Director in event and your presence and support will New Yorker since our district was formed in Indianapolis. guarantee its success. All net proceeds of 1918. The traditional photo of the the evening will benefit the Kiwanis Pediatric International President on the cover of the Trauma Center at Schneider Children’s October issue of the Kiwanis magazine for Hospital at North Shore. (see Page 9) the first time included the First Lady, Mim. To celebrate this milestone anniversary On all subsequent October issue covers here in the pages of our award-winning except one (see1990) the First Ladies were Empire State Kiwanian, from among the sev- Mim and Anton J.“Tony” Kaiser included. eral perspectives from which our organiza- • 1990 – The St. Louis convention celebrat- tion’s history could be viewed, let’s trace its with nearly 10,000 people present broke all ed the 75th anniversary of Kiwanis and saw evolution into the Kiwanis we now know. previous attendance records. the election of Dr. Will Blechman, the first Perhaps nowhere is there more evidence of • 1953 – The convention in New York City, Jewish International President. This influen- changing times and changing attitudes than held 37 years after the first International tial president became the driving force in what has occurred at and as a result of Convention, in Cleveland, was the first (of behind our first ever three-year Major our International Conventions. only two) held in our New York District. Emphasis Program ”Young children Priority • 1955 – After an incredibly long and com- One!” which evolved into our Worldwide 90 Years of Selected Historic plex development period (33 years), the Service Project – Iodine Deficiency Disorder Highlights Kiwanis International Board unanimously (IDD) and then into our permanent organiza- • 1916 – Our first convention, May 18-19 in voted to officially recognize Circle K clubs. tional focus, “Serving the Children of the Cleveland, Ohio (only 16 months after our The Pullman, Washington Kiwanis Club is World.” It is a measure of Wil’s commitment “birth” in Detroit and after the fledgling credited with sponsoring the first Circle K and zeal that he insisted that, rather than put Alice and Juan “Ito” Torres organization had already changed its “We Club. his and First Lady Rachel’s photo on the Trade” business-oriented purpose into a • 1961 – After some 40 years of debate, del- cover of the October 1990 issue of Kiwanis • 1997 – Walter Sellers of Xenia, Ohio elect- community service – philanthropic one) uni- egates to the Toronto, Canada convention magazine, which had become a tradition, the ed at the Nashville, Tennessee convention fied the existing 24 clubs into “The National voted to expand Kiwanis beyond the U.S. and cover be devoted to “Young children Priority was our 83rd President and the first African- Kiwanis Club”, adopted a constitution, and Canada. The following year clubs were One”! American. elected George F. Hixson, a Rochester, N.Y. organized in the Bahamas and Mexico. • 2001 – The first convention in our Asia- attorney to the first of his two terms as the • 1963 – In February, the first European Pacific Region, in Taipei, Taiwan, was also president of the National Kiwanis Club. On Kiwanis Club was formed in Vienna, Austria. noteworthy for the election to the the following November 1st, Kiwanis - 1964 – Kiwanis expands to Asia (Tokyo, International Board of Texan Lisa McCoy as became International with the organization Japan, Manila, and the Philippines). the first female Board member. At the St. of the Kiwanis Club of Hamilton, Ontario, • 1965 – Celebrating Kiwanis’ Golden Louis convention in 2004 Lisa’s bid to move Canada, with our Buffalo club as sponsor. Anniversary, for only the second time the up to the office of Vice President/Treasurer, • 1917 – In February, the first International convention was held in New York City setting which would have led to her being tour first magazine was published, edited in Buffalo a new high with more than 18,000 people female president, failed. and printed in Rochester. attending. • 2002 – Elected in New Orleans, Dr. Ito • 1918 – Delegates to the Providence, R.I. • 1967 – Kiwanis expands to New Zealand, Torres was our first International President convention authorized the formation of dis- Australia, South America, and Central from the Philippines. tricts. On September 27th at a meeting in America. • 2004 – For the first time, our current Syracuse (our first New York District “con- • 1975 – Breaking all attendance records, International Board includes two female vention”) representatives of the nine existing nearly 20,000 people attended the conven- Trustees: Grete Hvardal from Norway filing New York clubs elected Clarence A. Nelson of tion in Atlanta, Georgia, still an all-time high. the mandated 3-year seat of Region 3 Utica our first District Governor. Also, the first Builders Club was chartered. Continued on Page 9 • 1919 – Kiwanis declared its independence • 1976 – Kiwanis expand into Africa at the Birmingham, Alabama convention. In (Nigeria). EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN a flurry of check wring, attendees raised • 1982 – Kiwanis International moved its Walter and Irene Sellers JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 7. K Family Weekend 2004 Kiwanians, Circle Kers and Key Clubbers gathered at the Hudson Valley Resort and Spa for a wonderful weekend of fun, fellow- ship, board meetings and forums. Everyone got to know their counterparts, especially during a spirited game of cricket, directed by Queens West LG Eric Shivarain.
EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN 8. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 Dr. Nelson Ying Receives Chinatown Presents Stuyvesant With Diamond Level Kaiser Distinguished Service Award Certificates
Kaiser Continued from Page 7 (Europe) and “Michelle” Wu from Taiwan fill- ing the 3-year seat of Region 4 (Asia- Pacific), again making possible a female International President by 2009. The Kiwanis Club of CHINATOWN, Updating the comment of 1989-90 Metropolitan Division – Dr. Nelson Ying International President Noris A. Lusche on accepts with honor an award of the occasion of our 75th anniversary: On this Diamond Kaiser Fellow presented by 90th anniversary we celebrate the past, look President of Kiwanis New York District back with pride upon our accomplishments, Foundation Lindy Marrazzo. (l-r) DPP and reflect with satisfaction upon the mem- James Tong, President Lindy Marrazzo, ories. Dr. Nelson Ying and DPLG Joseph Stuyvesant Key Club Members received Distinguished Service Award certificates from The impression one gets from a reading Battista. IPP Fred Chan of Kiwanis Club of Chinatown for their outstanding efforts of cleaning Chinatown jointly participation with the council for a cleaner Chinatown. this brief account of our 90 year history is that Kiwanis is a living, evolving organization who clearly reflects increasing diversity at all Kiwanis levels. As our current International President Case Van Kleef puts it: “The great Kiwanis leaders…treasured Kiwanis’ past achieve- ments…But they also knew that ours is a heritage built on change. Changes are ahead of us again. I’m excited to see what the next Kiwanis day will bring.” Bring on the last ten of our first 100 years! With Sympathy It is with great sadness that New Hyde Park Kiwanis inform us that Life Member JOHN LOUGHNAN has passed away after a long battle with cancer. John served as President of the New Hyde Park Kiwanis Club, Treasurer of the New Hyde Park Kiwanis Foundation, Lt. Governor of the Long Island North Division and member of the New York District Foundation. John was instrumental in the formation of the New Hyde Park Key Club in 1989. On February 11, 2004 John was made a life member of the Kiwanis Club of New Hyde Park. Written expressions of sympathy may be sent in care of: Pres. Christine Early, 28 North 12th Street, New Hyde Park, NY 11040. • • • It is with deepest regrets that the Queens West Division inform us of the passing of PLG EDWIN MARKS. Written expressions of sym- I Rear Orchestra Concert Seating - Limited to 380 Seats ______(#) @ 50.00 ...... pathy may be sent to the Marks family at I General Admission Seating ______(#) @ 37.50 ...... 1538 Moffitt Avenue, Hewitt, NY. • • • I Post Concert Champagne Reception ______(#) @ 75.00 ...... We have just been informed that JIM includes Front Orchestra Concert Seating Black Tie Preferred; (limited to 342 seats) CANNIOTO, husband of long-time Kiwanis Handicapped/Wheelchair Parking/Access/Seating Assistant to Past Governor Bob Calabrese, I passed. Our prayers go out to his wife Betty. I Sponsorships available: $10,000, $7,500, $5,000 $2,500, $1,000 Written expressions of sympathy may be sent Includes Two Preferred Front Orchestra Seats to Betty Cannioto, 8 Westover Drive, Webster, NY 14580. Please make checks payable to: • • • Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Center Foundation, Inc. We have just been informed of the passing of YOLA SCEPPAQUERCIA, Lucia Vasami's and send to: mother and mother-in-law of Past Governor KI Anniversary Benefit Concert, P.O. Box 862, Plandome, New York 11030 Ralph Vasami. Condolences may be sent to: Please send my tickets to: The Vasami Family, 9 Fieldstone Dr., Apt. 124, Hartsdale, NY 10530. Name ...... • • • Address ...... We sadly inform you of the passing of SETH FREEDMAN, the son of Long Island South City, State, ZIP ...... Central DPLG Jerry and Linda Freedman. A Phone (B) ...... (H) ...... special “Seth Freedman Fund” has been setup. For all those wishing to make dona- Email: ...... tions send them to: Merrick Fire department, For additional information contact: PO Box 235, Merrick, New York 11566. Past International President Tony Kaiser at 516 681-5822 Email
EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN 10. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 Saranack Club Reaches New Heights
Sponsored Organizations Builders Club and Programs Carl Johnson Tony Palangi
Congratulations are in order for six of our The Second Semester of a School Year New York District Builders Clubs for the Kiwanis Club of SARANAC LAKE, Adirondack Saranac Lake Kiwanis’ Mountain Mile 2003-2004 Kiwanis Year. The Distinguished Division – When IPG Peter sent out his plan Trekkers enjoy the first hike and suc- The second semester of a school year for the Clubs were : to address childhood obesity in his NY cessfully reached Owls Head Mountain. Sponsored Youth Organizations reminds us • Children’s Colony Prep District Governor’s Project, the Saranac Lake that the current year is rapidly coming to a • Woodland Middle School Club saw an unique opportunity. When the ing. Most of the summer in the Adirondacks close. Key Club and Circle K District • Ogdensburg Middle School club gathers Thursday morning at the Hotel was rather rainy, but even with the threat of Conventions are held in March; Key Club • Broadway Middle School Saranac, every member sees this opportuni- getting wet and hiking on muddy trails the Convention, March 18-20, Kutcher’s Country • Susan B. Anthony IS 238 ty all around. Saranac Lake might be called program was a success. Club; Circle K Convention, March 18-20, and one honor club: the epicenter of Adirondack outdoor activity. The club had 11 active participants, with Hotel Utica. mark the end of their year. • Rensselaer CSD Under the direction of the Club President many having never had the opportunity to The District winner of the leadership Reminder for the and avid hiker Craig Stevens and experi- hike. A few of the participant’s enthusiasm award contest was Simone Descartes of Sponsoring Kiwanis Clubs enced community people, the “Kiwanis spread to other members of their families Children’s Colony Prep and the winner of the Contact your Key Club and Circle K Presidents Mountain Mile Trekkers” Project was born. and encouraged family hikes over the sum- scrapbook contest was Children’s Colony to make certain that at least two delegates The club artist, avid hiker, and Adirondack mer as well. Prep. School of Brooklyn. Congratulations and alternates have registered for the con- Forty-Sixer Noryce Burgey developed our The final and longest hike of the season are in order for Mr. Rory L Duncan, Jr. the ventions, and that the District and program mascot. in September was both the most challenging faculty advisor. The Kiwanis Sponsor of this International Dues have been paid, otherwise, The goal of the project was to encourage and the most rewarding as the kids were builders club is the Kiwanis Club of they cannot be certified and seated in the local kids in grades 4 and 5 to participate in able to reach the top of Ambersand Mapleton. House of Delegates election. one of the areas greatest outdoor activities, Mountain, which has one of the most spec- If you are planning to charter a new Make sure that elects are held for a new hiking. A challenge was made to the kids to tacular summits in the Adirondacks. Builder’s Club do not pay membership fees slate of officers prior to the District join the Kiwanis Hikes. Once a month from The program finished up with an awards to Kiwanis International at the time of char- Conventions so that they can gain the benefit May through September children and dinner for the kids and their families. It was ter. In place of fees, the sponsoring Kiwanis of the various forums and workshops avail- Kiwanians hit the trail. The children were a great time to talk about the hikes done Club pays a 1/ time amount of $460, which able to them at these conventions. also asked to hike with their family and/or over the past 5 months, but this talk was covers the cost of the new club, including the Make every effort possible to support the friends. was drowned out by one question from all of following items: Club Banner, Gong and delegates to the conventions including the In early May, the club presented the pro- the participants “Can we do this again next Gavel, Pins and materials for officers, pins Kiwanis and Faculty Advisors. Very often the grams to all 3 schools in the Saranac Lake year?” So it seems that our Governor’s and resource guides for faculty and Kiwanis advisors serve as chaperones for Key club- Central School District. They spoke to all 4th Project has become a permanent part of the Advisors, and pins, membership cards and bers. and 5th graders and presented a slide show clubs activities. handbooks for members. and hiker preparation presentation. Program Reminder for the New clubs will pay district and information and registrations papers were Kiwanis Lt. Governors International in the second year. All clubs distributed to all students. chartered before April 1st will be invoice for The months of March is also the time The club picked up all hiking participants when the new Key Club and Circle K Lt. fees the following September or October. All at a central location in the village and pro- clubs chartered after April 1st will not be Governors must be elected at the division vided transportation to the trailhead and caucuses. It’s your responsibility to see that invoiced until the following year. returned each participate to their home at Membership fees the second year will be these caucuses are held to elect the new Lt. the end of each hike. The local Red Cross Governors. $3.50 per member. Existing clubs must sub- chapter provided first aid kits, and a few mit the membership fee of $3.50 per mem- The month of November was a very busy local merchants provided a variety of prizes period for the K-Family; I would like to men- ber by December 31st. Clubs submitting for the participants to give away to each their dues by November 1st will receive early tion a few of the activities: member based on the level of their success. Key Club Week – The Kiwanis Club of birds patches for their banner. Each hike was reported in the local paper I urged all Kiwanis Clubs currently spon- Glenns Falls held a joint meeting with the the Adirondack Daily Enterprise, with a group Above: Saranac Lake Past President soring Builders Clubs to contact the respec- seven sponsored Key Clubs: Bolton Landing photo to acknowledge the effort and partici- Cindy Thompson, Brittany Hanley, tive schools and communicate with the fac- High School, Fort Ann, Glens Falls, Hartford, pation of all the kids. Brittiny LaPierre, Maggie LaFlame, ulty advisors. If there is no longer faculty South Glens Falls, Lake George and Southern The weather never diminished the enthu- Colin Farrington, Joe Fiorile and Devon advisors for your sponsored builder’s club, Adirondack Education Center (BOCES). Each siasm and interest of all the kids participat- Peria enjoyed their accomplishment. please acquire another faculty advisor. If Club President reported on the projects and membership dues have not yet been paid for activities of their Key Club – Lt. Governor your builder’s club please pay them even if Marrazzo Kiwanian of The Year Falta Receives Hixson Award Heather Silver gave a brief over-view of you’re late. This will reactivate the club. Division 15 and held a conference following I further urge that you encourage your the special program. Over forty Key builder’s club to take advantage of the Clubbers attended the special affair with opportunities available for individual club their faculty advisors. members through participation in either the Circle K Annual Speaking Conference – speech or essay contest and leadership was held on November 5 – 7, at the Georgian award. The club should take advantage of Hotel, Lake George. I often refer to this con- the opportunity available by participating in ference as a Mini-Convention because the the scrapbook contest. 2004-2005 contest structure and activities are very similar to themes for K-Kids and Builder’s Clubs are: the District Conventions. One of the many The Kiwanis Club of MASSAPEQUA, LISC The Kiwanis Club of MASSAPEQUA, LISC benefits of this conference is that it takes Speech Theme: Division – presented this years “Kiwanian of Division – at their 56th Annual Installation of place early enough in the year providing the How will what you have learned in K- the Year” award to Mark Marrazzo for going Officers and Board of Directors presented club officers the opportunity to implement Kids/Builders Club help you to make the above and beyond in service and assistance the George F. Hixson Award to DPP Rick Falta the service projects and programs experi- world a better place to live? to the club and president. The recipient is for his efforts on behalf of Kiwanis and our Continued on Page 14 Continued on Page 12 chosen by the outgoing president. Above: children. Above: LG Sharon Smith congratu- Mark Marrazzo, Kiwanian of the Year with lates Hixson Award winner DPP Rick Falta EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN outgoing President Sue Martin. with outgoing President Sue Martin (right) JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 11. Niagara Frontier Clubs Fund Camp
Experience For Boyspop and and lemonade, Girls and created ice cream Kiwanis Clubs of NIAGARA FRONTIER – For sundaes for the 100+ campers, counselors, the 30th consecutive year the Kiwanis Clubs staff, and guests. Kiwanians were treated to of Niagara Frontier funded a camping expe- a spontaneous song fest and a camp tour rience for boys and girls and young men and after the picnic. Kiwanians and visitors women with developmental disabilities. This enthusiastically followed the guides and year the camp tour of August 22 through were treated to the detailed features of this August 27 included 49 youngsters from the beautiful and functional facility located 18 Western New York area. An extraordinary miles south of Buffalo to the Lake Erie Shore. effort was made to include a large percent- Kiwanis prizes were subsequently presented age of mentally impaired youngsters who to all campers at the talent show. previously could not attend because of their Basketballs, footballs, and soccer balls, severe disabilities. Planning included one- games, auto and ship models and musical Pictured above: Visiting Day at Niagara HOBY on-one counselor attention for these chil- instruments provided by Trooper Toys for Frontier Camp – Kiwanians from Western John Swartout dren. The 20 girls and 29 boys ranged in age Tots of Fredonia, NY were distributed to each New York Clubs cook hotdogs including from 7 to 21 years. The Niagara Frontier camper’s family as the children arrived from DPLG Bill Tober and PLG Hank Self, PP KEY LEADER AND HOBY Camp Kiwanis Program is sponsored by the camp via the 55 passenger air-conditioned Peter Kosanovich of West Seneca and Kiwanis Clubs around New York have been Western New York Kiwanis Clubs in collabo- coach bus. Pictures of their camp experi- Buffalo Club Director Bill Schultz. Not supporting the development of leadership ration with the Heritage Centers and the ences were also distributed to all campers pictured, but always helping out DPLG skills in high school students for many years Cradle Beach Association, both United Way and staff. Dave Gallagher. through their sponsorship of participants in agencies. Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) sem- Mid-week of the camping tour was inars. The three-day HOBY seminars contin- Kiwanis visiting day during which 22 ue to be held at four locations around the Kiwanians from Western New York Clubs State, with each high school being asked to cooked hot dogs, stuffed rolls, served pasta nominate one deserving sophomore. salad, baked beans, potato chips, poured Kiwanis support is still needed for these pro- grams. Clubs in the New York District may Corning Sponsors HOBY soon have an additional youth leadership program they can participate in: Key Leader. Workshop for Students Kiwanis International has announced that The Kiwanis Club of CORNING, Chemung they will be “rolling out” the new Key Leader Division – sponsored the 11th annual HOBY program during 2005, with a goal of empow- Community Leadership Education Workshop ering 250,000 youth leaders around the for 67 sophomore students from East and globe by 2020 by inspiring young people to West High Schools on Friday, November 5th achieve their personal best through service at the Victory Highway Wesleyan Church. The leadership. This leadership development students spent the day with 7 area commu- program is based on 5 “Keys” to excellence: nity leaders discussing “Architecting a Life”. personal integrity; personal growth; respect; The students developed leadership skills building community; and pursuit of excel- and learned more about the democratic lence. Key Leader events will be open to all process. The young leaders were taught students completing the 8th grade as well as competencies of leadership, so that they are This Niagara Frontier Camp Kiwanis Above: Children select “welcome home” those students already in high school. better prepared to assume leadership posi- Program was initiated in 1975 as a multi- gifts from a variety of sports equipment, Multiple students from a school may attend tions in their schools, communities and benefit project which provides a camping games, models and musical instruments as well as those being home schooled. homes. This year’s Community Leaders are experience for the mentally handicapped secured from Trooper Toys for Tots, Participants may already be in a Kiwanis Dr. Frank Bourke, PHD, Clinical Psychologist, children, a change of pace and activities for Fredonia, New York. Sponsored Youth program, may not yet be a Rick O’Leary, Human Resource director, their parents, and a “real life” experience for member, or may be a student at a school not Dennis Younge, Chemung Valley Arts Council, participating student counselors and profes- currently served by Kiwanis. The all inclusive Marianne Furfure, Steuben County Family sional advisors. Additional benefits have Johnson Court Judge, Eileen Bell, Financial Planner, registration fee has been set at $175 per been realized such as the opportunity for the Continued from Page 11 student. Staff Sgt. David Celej, U S Marine Corps United Way agencies collaboration, local At its Mid-Year Conference meeting the Recruiter and Peter Wallin, motivator. value from fund raising, and the evolution of Essay Themes: New York District Board will be considering an active Kiwanis participation project. To “If you give a person a fish, you feed him for whether to organize a Key Leader weekend NOTICE TO ALL KIWANIS CLUBS date the Niagara Frontier Clubs have raised a day. If you teach someone to fish, you feed program in New York in the fall of 2005. If VOLUNTEERING AT HOBY EVENTS: and expended over $260,000 to support this him for a life time.” What does this quote the District holds a Key Leader program, much needed and worthwhile project bene- mean to you? How does this apply to K- We have been advised by Hugh O’Brian Kiwanis Clubs and their sponsored youth fiting the mentally disabled children of Kids/Builders Club? Youth Leadership (HOBY) that they are clubs will play a large roll in recruiting par- Western new York. For more information regarding Builder’s ticipants and Kiwanis Clubs will be asked to now requiring background checks for all Club and K-Kids contest, go to pay the registration fees for one or more stu- volunteers who are likely to be in contact Rotterdam Honors Beaupre Buildersclub.org or Kiwanis.org and link to dents from their areas. For further informa- with youth participants at HOBY events. builders club. tion on how your Club can help develop our This includes both the three-day If I can be of any assistance to anyone future leaders through HOBY and Key Leadership Seminars and the one-day regarding Builders Club service contact me, Leader, please contact John Swartwout at Community Leadership Workshops Carl E. Johnson, 187-26 Linden Blvd., St. [email protected] or (518)274- (CLEWs). Kiwanians staffing a CLEW fall Albans, NY 11412, (718) 949-9300, E-Mail: 8639. under this requirement even where the
Public Relations Pediatric Lyme Disease Janice Seyfried John Gridley
SUPERCEDES CELEBRATE! Governor Glenn had asked me to co-chair COMMUNICATE! along with Joe Wuest the district committee on Pediatric Lyme Disease. It is both my With the celebration of Kiwanis honor and privilege to serve Governor Glen International’s turning 90 this January, our Kiwanis Club of PENINSULA HEWLETT, Long member can receive any award it must be and our great New York District. Pediatric public relations will have an opportunity to Island Southwest Division – At the recent voted on by the Club’s Awards Committee. Lyme Disease is an ongoing program that spread, or should we say “market,” the word Peninsula Annual Awards Night, Kiwanians Photo above (front row seated) PP Don was started when I was Governor. It was about our organization – who we are and received many prestigious awards. The Geraputa, PLG and President Sal brought to my attention by Joe Wuest. It was what we do and who we serve. Hixson Fellowship Awards were presented to Accomando, PLG and PP Dominick set up to help pay for treatment of this dis- Governor Glen has asked that all clubs in Ralph Desena and Alan Winnick. Sciarotta, PLG and PP John DeLeo. ease as most insurance companies DO NOT the New York District celebrate the 90th The Peninsula Club also presented the Second row: Pres. Elect Ralph Desena, pay for its treatment, and I might add is very birthday during January by having a birthday Pediatric Trauma Fellowship Award to mem- First Vice-president Tom Delgiorno, PP expensive. Its if funded through donations party, inviting community members, repre- ber Tom Delgiorno. The Kaiser Fellowship Chris McGrath, PP Larry Romanelli, PP from clubs or individuals to the Pediatric sentatives from the media, and politicians to Award recipient was Frank Basile and the Jim Olivero, PP Don Esopa, PP Dominick Lyme Disease fund. We have paid for about attend. What a good way to market Kiwanis. “Mr. Peninsula Kiwanis Awards” went to Curra, PP Frank DeNapoli, PP Frank $50,000 of treatment to date to doctors Press releases, public service announce- James Olivero “Ye Editor Award” and IPLG Basile (twice) and PP Sal Brancaccio and/or hospitals for kids with Lyme Disease. ments (PSA’s), broadcast interviews, etc., John DeLeo. Before a Peninsula Kiwanis (twice). Not pictured, Mark Maguire. Lyme disease is caused by bacteria, usu- can be utilized to spread the word. ally transmitted by the deer tick. It is a scary Anniversary service projects are another way possibility to New York State residents who to alert the community to Kiwanis. East Yonkers Luncheon Held To enjoy spending time outside during the sum- This is a prime time to begin a media mer months. Lyme disease may affect the relations program in the month of January Celebrate 38 Birthdays “90 Plus” brain in many ways, the most common of which can be followed throughout the cele- which is a disturbance in thinking (cogni- bratory year with additional news releases tion). Other symptoms that occur frequently about projects and the installation of new include headache, mood swings, irritability, officers. depression, and marked fatigue. Remember that celebrating being a The spirochete which causes Lyme dis- Kiwanian can occur 365 days a year, not just ease (Borrelia burgdorferi) can invade the on one day. Also, always wear your “K”. central nervous system within days to a week of initial skin infection, as a result of dissemination through the blood stream. The majority of people who are treated early with antibiotics do well and incur no long term problems. People who are not treated until later in the illness may have a more complicated course. A few points should be emphasized regarding late neuropsychiatric Lyme dis- BANNERS! BANNERS!** ease. First, although arthritis is helpful in the Does your club have a banner – one that is diagnosis of Lyme disease, the majority of weatherproof and emphatic?! Would your The Kiwanis Club of East Yonkers, Bronx (left to right) Edmund Devaney is being patients with cognitive troubles dues to club be able to share a banner with another Westchester South Division – For the eighth congratulated by PG Tom DeJulio on the Lyme disease (Lyme encephalopathy) do not club or with the other clubs in its division? A consecutive year, East Yonkers Kiwanians occasion of his 94th birthday. have joint problems at the time their cogni- blatant banner with blue KIWANIS on a white rounded up 38 men and women celebrating earliest recollections as a police detective in tive symptoms become manifest. This is not background looks striking wherever it is their “90 plus” birthdays at a luncheon held the Washington Heights section of the Bronx. widely recognized among physicians, hung. It is particularly attention getting in the in their honor. Among those “chauffeured” to He also proudly boasted how he trained and although it is well documented in the med- background of a photograph instead of the the luncheon to receive accolades, gifts, and supervised the present Security Director of ical literature. Second, the bedside neuro- felt banners that we all have. birthday wishes were Edmund Devaney. Mr. Fordham University. Tom now feels a lot logic exam does not usually disclose neuro- Check out the public relations display at Devaney was celebrating his birthday 94 safer at his place of employment, having met logic findings and standard office based cog- the Mid-Winter Conference. We will have years ago and eagerly offered PG Tom his Mr. Devaney at this special Kiwanis event. nitive screening test may not detect cogni- information available for you to purchase tive impairment. To detect thinking prob- such a banner. lems, the more sensitive tool of comprehen- PUBLIC RELATIONS AWARD Dick Doane Recognized at Massapequa sive neuropsychological testing conducted by a neuropsychologist is needed. Third, Don’t forget to keep your newsletters, press lumbar puncture while important in the dif- releases, photos, clippings, etc. for the pub- Club’s 56th Annual Installation Night The Kiwanis Club of MASSAPEQUA, Long ferential diagnosis should not be used to lic relations award so that application can be Island South Central – recently hosted their exclude neurologic Lyme disease, as rough- made for the banner patch. Send, by 56th Annual Installation of officers and board ly 20-40% of patients with confirmed neuro- September 30, 2005, to Public Relations of directors, welcomed in the new team, and logic Lyme disease may test negative on Award, N.Y. District Kiwanis, 2104 Willow highlighted the many accomplishments of routine CSF assays. Street, Wantagh, NY 11793, Tel 516-826- the past year. Special awards were also In the next ESK I will talk about the typi- 6344 Fax: 516-221-3152 Email:
Think 39 Rick Levine New Member Orientation Peter J. Owens 2003-2004 Think 39 Contest Recap Kiwanis Club of WOODRIDGE, Hudson River Photo above: Elaine Flynn, Past Lt. Gov. For the first time since I have held this So we begin a new and dramatic year with West Division – On a dark weekend night in Ed Flynn, Woodridge President Diane position, there is a 3-way tie for first place. Governor Glenn who will continue in the October local volunteer firemen fought the Garritt,and Hudson River West Lt. Two new clubs and one long time estab- great traditions of our state. Governor Glenn blaze that destroyed Tony’s Family Governor Aileen Halchak all pitched in to lished club fought each other until the last asked me to take on this chair again as last Restaurant in the center of the small village help Tony’s Family Restaurant. day. The new clubs are: Sheepshead/ year. I thank him for his confidence. of Woodridge. Tony’s Family Restaurant had Village Hall. Woodridge Kiwanian Rosalie Verrazano and Syosset/ Woodbury. The In training many of the new officers who been the meeting place for the Woodridge Kagan, the lasagna chef, was assisted by other leader is a club celebrating there 60th. took office October 1, many of them were Kiwanis almost since Tony first opened. Kiwanian kitchen help and Key Club servers. anniversary: The Five-Towns club. All three unfamiliar with protocol and the proper ori- Since then the Kiwanis Family of The Kiwanians sold out food before they ran clubs finished the year with 8 new under entation programs for new members. We Woodridge have been at work to assist the out of townspeople willing to help. 39ers. Second place goes to Middletown directed each of them to the manuals given burned out restaurant owner and his family. A podium, created by PLG Ed and Elaine with 7. Third place goes to Copiague and to them at the training sessions and urged The entire little village rallied around to help. Flynn, was presented to Hudson River West’s New Hyde Park with 6 each. The entire list them to follow the prescribed methods. Recently $2,000 was earned by the Kiwanis Lt. Governor Aileen Halchak and her home is available upon request and was printed in The material contained in those training Family to help Tony’s Family. Huge pans of club of Woodridge to replace theirs which the last ESK. manuals are tried and true. When discussing lasagna were prepared and served at the was destroyed in that fire. The leading division is Long Island North the right and wrong ways of induction, and with 15. The District as a whole beat out last inclusion of “new” members – each club year with a tidy 97 total. Congratulations to Roscoe Kiwanians Honor Shirley Ann seemed to have its own way of doing it. I the winners and for all the others who tried reaffirm the need to “read the book” and do so hard. Special thanks to Maureen Wood With Lifetime Achievement Award it right. Everyone remembers the time they Neuringer and Bruce Brooks for their tireless Kiwanis Club of ROSCOE, Hudson River West were inducted – it is a lasting impression. help. I have been advised that patches, – Shirley Ann Wood, a member of Kiwanis Why not have the inductions include the plaques and new forms are being designed since 1990 was recognized with a Life immediate members of the family so every- and in the oven. All will be ready shortly. Achievement Award for her service within one can appreciate the event. Now it's time to roll your sleeves up and the Roscoe Kiwanis Club. Shirley Ann has An aside, many of the new officers now do a great job for Governor Glenn. Thus far, been instrumental in strengthening many leading their clubs should remember there is Warsaw and Middletown are in the lead with activities near and dear to Kiwanis, like the a great wealth of information available on 2 each for the 2004-2005 year. Remember Blood Drive, Rose Sale, and various fundrais- the internet, or even by checking with your “Think 39.” ers which support the youth of the Roscoe, Lt. Governor. Many trained and informative NY area. Congratulations Sirley Ann! Continued on Page 15 Palangi Continued from Page 11 enced at the conference upon return to their respective Circle K clubs. In addition to the work shops for club officers many other Pictured: Shirley Ann Wood presented New York District Foundation forums were featured: Marketing Growth, her Life Achievement Award by the Kiwanis Family Relations, Service Projects, Roscoe Kiwanis President James and Special Awards. Congratulations to Temple. Also present left to right, Past Distinguished Service Award Governor Brian Smith, Administrator John Presidents Jacky Rosen, Donald presented by Keegan, and the Kiwanis committee on Eggleton, and George Kinne. Circle K for a job well done. The Kiwanis Club of Everytown K-Family Weekend – The very successful to affair was held on November 19-21, Hudson Valley Resort, Kerhonkson, N.Y. Traditionally, Clubs Honor it represents the meeting of the three Recipient’s Name boards; Kiwanis, Key Club, Circle K. The Members With meeting dramatically illustrated the K-Family in recognition of meritorious service and dedication to excellence working together. Seminars were offered in: Foundation while serving the children of the world. Membership Growth, New Club Building, Revitalization and Public Relations. Also, the Distinguished New York District Foundation President New York District Kiwanis Foundation Board convened on Sunday morning bringing the Service Awards Club President Dated______K-family Weekend to a close. In an effort to recognize individuals for meri- Circle K Week – Feb. 6-12 – Annually, KI torious service, the New York District recommends all Kiwanis clubs to plan a joint Foundation has developed the Distinguished project with Circle K to commemorate this Service Award. This high gloss color certifi- Yes, we want to honor a member with the Foundation Distinguished Service Award special occasion. Here are suggestions: I cate will be personalized with recipients’ Kiwanis Year 2004-2005 Conduct a joint Kiwanis club meeting, ask names and signed by our Foundation Circle K members to provide a programs for President and packaged in a leather folder Club’s Name ...... your regular Kiwanis meeting, arrange for a with an embossed Foundation label. Recipient’s Name ...... joint proclamation by your local government The award can be presented by clubs Date of Presentation ...... officials – activities in the area of sports are once a year for one club member. The Send award to: ...... also very popular and effective. Promote donation for this award is $150. It is a great Circle K Week, and let your community know means of honoring someone in a special way...... what Circle K represents and there contribu- Just fill out the coupon on the right, enclose ...... tion to the school and community. your check payable to the NY District Fdn. Make $150 check payable to: NY District Foundation EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN and send to Maureen Neuringer, 1535 63rd and send to: Maureen Neuringer, District Editor, 1535 63rd Street, B’klyn NY 11219 • 718 259-9679 14. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2004 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11219. Kiwanis Business Service Directory
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EMPIRE STATE KIWANIAN NETWORK WITH KIWANIANS - IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 15. 6th Annual Buffalo Bills Charity Game Raises +$12,700 the Kiwanis Club of WEST SENECA Kiwanis, Potsdam; Ed Hayes group from Auburn and Niagara Frontier West Division – Club hosted Joe Eppolito’s group from Liverpool; Wayne the 6th annual Bill’s Charity Football Game at Durant’s group from Massena; Kevin Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, NY. Johnson’s group from Albany and Tom Over 244 Kiwanians and their friends attend- Murphy’s group from nearby Glens Falls. We ed the event. They saw the 2-6 Buffalo Bills also had guests of Larry Jones from Toronto, defeat the 6-1 New York Jets 22-17 in a hard ON, and Houston, TX. This was our largest Foundation President fought game decided by the play of the Bill’s turnout in terms of both numbers of clubs Lindy Marrazzo defense and the play of special teams, fea- attending and numbers of participants. Our turing a kickoff return for a touchdown by departing Camp Director, Nancy Nowak, was Our prayers go out to the family of Dominick Terence McGee. This avenged Buffalo’s only in attendance, and she will be missed. We Sciarrota who passed away a few weeks ago defeat during a Kiwanis Day Game back on wish her well in her new endeavors. from cancer. Dominick was a director of our Oct. 7th, 2001 when the Jets beat the Bills in At the pre-game tailgate party, everyone DPLG William Tober (left) and his First Foundation and Kamp Kiwanis was the love a rain storm as well as a Bill’s loss to the enjoyed the food and drinks. There were Lady Sue (right) greet NY Candidate for of his life. His life was filled with helping Jets 14-16 earlier this year in New York. plenty of both and no one went away hungry. International Trustee Thomas DeJulio others, especially children. One of his last West Seneca was honored by the pres- The party started with a stirring rendition by and DPLG Dr. Rosemary DeJulio. wishes was that all donations received in his ence of newly elected Governor Glenn the late Ray Charles of “America the memory be donated to Kamp Kiwanis. You Hollins who brought his brother, Ron, to the Beautiful” to honor America and our firefight- can honor Dom by sending a donation in his game from Patchogue, Long Island. ers, policemen, and servicemen. This was memory to the new York district Kiwanis Many other dignitaries were in atten- followed by a beautiful rendition of “Amazing foundation, 1522 Genesee Street, Utica, NY dance. They included: PG Tom DeJulio and Grace” played on her bagpipes by our own 13502. I guess its true that God only takes PG Peter Mancuso, PG Justin Underwood, Margaret McLaughlin, in memory of depart- the best. DPG Pat Cooney, DPG Jim Yochum, DPG Joe ed Kiwanians and their loved ones as well as Camp applications are out. Check your Eppolito, PG Sue Ganey, and Foundation those lost defending our country this past mail or our E-mail address at
Ridgewood Savings Bank Grants $$$ to Kamp Kiwanis DPLG Pete Owens, a Foundation Board Member announced at the regular Board meeting on November 21 that a $5,000 grant for Kamp Kiwanis had been received through the efforts of County Seat Kiwanis, (L-r) Event Chair Larry Jones starts the festivities with an invocation from DPLG Ken Mineola, New Year. Great job County Seat! Bell. Our Governor Glenn Hollins was on hand to share this wonderful day. DPG Patrick J. Cooney joins New York Adopt-An-Acre District Parliamentarian Steve Eisman at the game to support this worthy cause. at Kamp Kiwanis At a recent Foundation Board meeting a motion was accepted to permit clubs and individuals to “Adopt an Acre” and arrange to amortize the $1,500 fee over three years. This would allow clubs to select a particular annual function and dedicate part of the pro- ceeds to this important project on a yearly basis. Clubs and individuals can contact DPLG Pete Owens at 516 294 0010 (fax 516 294 1278) to obtain additional data and neces- sary forms. The District Foundation will provide and present a certificate denoting the occasion to the clubs and individuals when the first installment is received. Let’s get behind this necessary financial KPTC President Stan Thompson with his The Buffalo Bills vs. the New York Jets. Insert: DPG Jim Yochum, also West Seneca assistance for the Kamp now! wife Jean get ready to enjoy the game. member, is always out there doing what he can to make the day a success.