Kiwanis Club of Pasadena E-Newsletter July 6, 2021 Meetings –

Kiwanis (Zoom only) meeting, July 8h from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM – Captain “” Sullenberger (Part II) was the keynote speaker at the Kiwanis International Convention on June 24th – we will show his keynote address – “"Courage can be contagious... Courage is doing the right thing even when it's not convenient."

Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger became internationally renowned on January 15, 2009, when he and his crew safely guided US Airways Flight 1549 to an emergency in ’s frigid . The plane’s two engines had lost thrust following a . Everyone survived with only a few minor injuries. Sullenberger and his crew received international acclaim for their “Miracle on the Hudson,” including the passage of a Congressional resolution recognizing their bravery. Sullenberger was ranked second in Time magazine’s “Top 100 Most Influential Heroes and Icons of 2009” and was awarded the French Legion of Honour. Sullenberger is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of “Highest Duty: My Search for What Really Matters” and also wrote “Making a Difference: Stories of Vision and Courage from America’s Leaders.” directed the 2016 major motion picture about Sullenberger’s life, titled “Sully.” starred in the lead role. Sullenberger is an expert in innovation in the face of disaster. He will speak to Kiwanians and CKI members on Thursday, June 24, about leadership and preparedness, particularly in times of change and challenge. He will empower you to reach new levels of excellence as a Kiwanis captain

Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/3292045590?pwd=RE9ubllra29HOVIwK2t1dThTeEtyZz09

Meeting ID: 329 204 5590 Password: 329204 Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US

Invite Prospective members & guests to web meetings University Club of Pasadena – Protocols

Put on a mask before arriving at the Club. If you do not have a mask, we can provide one to you. Masks are required at all times except when dining.

Self-park when you arrive. If parking and coming inside, you will have your temperature taken at the door.

Practice social distancing at the Club by following cues marked on the floor. Stay 6 ft apart from others, and please do not gather in areas such as the lobby. When dining, follow guidelines and remain seated.

Indoor seating is limited to parties of 6, and they must be from the same household (unless all are verified to be fully vaccinated).

We still need a Vice-President for the 2021-2022 term. Anyone interested please contact Craig Wallace for the 2021-2022 term.

Initially, for the live meetings, we will only bill members meals for the lunches they attend. Kiwanis in person (with Zoom option) meeting, July 15th from 12:00 to 1:30 PM

Division 10 DCM – Thursday, July 15th -5:30 – 6:30 PM

Kiwanis board meeting – (May be Zoom or hybrid) July 22nd from 12:00 to 1:00 PM

CAL-NEV-HA DISTRICT CONVENTION - AUGUST 19th – 21st - San Diego Web pages: http://kiwanisclubpasadena.org/ (NEW UPGRAGES) https://www.facebook.com/kiwanis.pasadena/

Please “Like” our page Birthdays and anniversaries July 2021:

Birthdays Reid Allen 07/20 Bob Riegel 07/22 Jeanie Edwards 07/27

Kiwanis anniversaries – Club Barbara Byrne 7/10/1997 24 years Bill Ingram 7/28/1988 33 years

Kiwanis anniversaries - Wedding Bruce & Winnie Wear 07/10/1982 39 years Chris & Jean Kolbeck 07/28/2002 19 years Kiwanis Club of Pasadena

What We Do

1. Villa Esperanza Services – we work with this organization to help disabled adults in Pasadena improve their self-esteem and help them to give back to their community through the Aktion Club.

2. Salvation Army – we ring bells during the Christmas season each year to raise money for their charity. We fill backpacks for students of low-income families. We also participate in the Adopt-a-Family Program.

3. Elizabeth House – working with homeless, young mothers and their children through support and hope.

4. Camperships for Kids – we provide funding to send kids to summer camp who cannot afford to go on their own. Boys & Girls Club and the Salvation Army

5. Student Awards Program - We provide annual scholarships to outstanding students from the schools in Pasadena.

6. Key Clubs that teach leadership skills to students from:

a. Marshall High School

b. La Salle

7. We have a Circle K Club with Pasadena City College where these students provide community service and learn leadership traits.

8. Kiwanis Rose Float Project – we assist in preparing this international representation of Kiwanis while also being the host club for the President of Kiwanis International.

9. Various other projects, i.e., Special Olympics, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Veterans and others.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.