**a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time*WHEN: every Thursday (except federal holidays) from noon to 1:00 PM.*WHERE: United Church of Christ, 150 Stadium Ct., Mankato, MN 56001**
Posted June 22, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
We will meet on the First and Third Thursday in July and August.
Our next membership meeting will be on July 7th with our election of new officers. On July 21 the board will meet at 11 am and the club at noon. In August meetings will be on the 4th and 25th.
At the June board meeting : Liz Lawrence-Ross was designated as our delegate to the MNDak Division meeting in Sioux Falls, SD on Aug. 5-7. Her registration will be paid by the club. A slate of officers for the comming program year was proposed. For President- Stewart Ross; President Elect- to be determined; Treasurer- Marlys Daly; Co-Secretaries: Liz Lawrence- Ross and Dawn Fairbrother; Board members: Char Lusher and David Fairbrother. Nominations will be open on July 7th and the election will follow at that meeting.
Posted May 18, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
We will build our book supply for summer distribution, come and help with this important service Project. Elections are just around the corner, please consider your role in the future of our Diversity Kiwanis Club.
Posted April 14, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
This event has so much to offer as we celebrate cultural diversity. Music, Dance, Foods, Arts and Crafts, Children’s World , Parade of Nations and so much more. Plan to attend. You may participate with our club exhibit in the cultural area in the gym. And take time to roam and experience the flavors of this growing and traditional event in our community.
We have boxes of new books , labeled and ready to hand out at the event. Please lend us a hand at our booth.
Admission and Parking are free. Foods are available from vendors.
Posted April 14, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
Steve Engerly
Presentation Title: The Pork Industry – More Than Just The Other White
Meat.-What¹s going on in the food and pork business in your area.-Trends in the local farm economy that affect jobs and economic development.-Advances in pork production and what they mean to the food we buy.
Posted April 6, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
Planning our participation in the International Festival to be held on Sunday, April 17th. at East HS. 11-4 PM
It might also serve a useful purpose to evaluate our mid-year club status. Please bring an open mind and your willingness to explore improvements in our club and the ways we serve others.
Also, please note the program schedule and raise any tips you have for upcoming programs.
Posted March 30, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
By vote of the membership at the March 24th. meeting, David was elected to fill the board position we had open and will serve the balance of the term till September 30, 2011. Congratulations, David.
Posted March 30, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
Special Program: “From Refugee to Citizenship” by Trinh and Tru Nguyen and Thanh Le.
South Vietnamese and North Vietnamese people who now are US Citizens and Mankato Residents.
Members of the Downtown Kiwanis have been invited for an inter-club visit and we hope that as many of the Diversity Club will attend to make this a most memberable meeting.
Posted March 14, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
Our books for kids and families are needed in Mankato. We will prepare more books from our inventory for distribution: 1. Echo Food Shelf 2. Lincoln Community Center 3. East Jr. High after school African student program and more. Nominations from the membership for the empty seat on our board will be received. Currently nominated is: David Fairbrother. The election for this vacancy will be held at this weeks meeting.
Thursday , March 17th. we meet at noon at the UCC and then go to work on the books, More hands make light work and we chat while we work.
The board meets at 11:00 this week . All members are welcome to sit in and observe.
Posted March 2, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
This Coming Thursday Noon
March 3, 2011
The Mankato Diversity Kiwanis meet at the UCC 150 Stadium Ct.
Program:” 50 Strong 50 Wise”
Education in Sierra Leone
Sheka Mansaray, Program Founder and Author
Posted January 28, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
Todays meeting was most productive as four guests from the MRCI Worksource attended and lead a discussion. Relocation adjustments, transportation concerns, English learning, medical and social matters, employement and other concerns were aired. Several areas of our support and involvment opened up. Continuing the dialogue to explore ways we can partner in the efforts to meet some of the needs of those from diverse backgrounds adjusting to our community and their new life here are in order.
Jessica O’Brien and her associates: Mary Kate Lewis, Amal Mohamed and Intern, Jacob Mulkahy were all most informative and shared stories of the folks they work with. Return visits along with Abdi Sabrie who works with African Children and Families will be scheduled for meetings in February.
Posted January 16, 2011 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
Recently efforts have been made to introduce this blog to members so that it may provide a more effective way to communicate and archive the Mankato Diversity Kiwanis ‘s activities and impact. This is a good time to gather feedback from those of you who are on a quest to discover the resources that can be found on the blog and its many useful links. We invite you to explore and learn.
Posted November 12, 2010 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
The Girl Scouts are looking for women volunteers to come and talk to a large group of girl scouts about their career for career day this Saturday 11/13. The event is this Saturday at Madison East Mall. If you are interested you can contact Heather Ballman at Heather.Ballman@girlscoutsrv.org.
Posted October 28, 2010 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
As we begin our new year in Kiwanis we welcome these new members:
John Dorn, Jessica O’Brien, Marcia Highum and Lynn Russ. Credit goes to Dwain Petersen, Joan Hertel and Char Lusher for sponsoring them. Pins and keys were presented to those in attendance on Oct. 28,2010.
Posted September 28, 2010 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
This coming Thursday at Noon the Diversity Kiwanis meets as usual at the United Church of Christ dining room. Two items of interest for this Thursday:
1. There will be an installation of officers for the new Kiwanis year. The Kiwanis year runs from October to October.
2. Those who wish to remain a member must pay half of their annual dues no later than this Thursday, September 30. The remainder of the dues will be due on December 1st.
The dues are $120/year, so each of you should have a minimum of $60 paid by this Thursday.
Posted September 12, 2010 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
The outgoing officers and board members and the incoming officers and board members of the Mankato Diversity Kiwanis will meet on Sunday, 9/19/10 from 2-5 PM and later sit down to share a potluck meal.
This important time will give us the opportunity to formulate a plan of action and budget for the upcoming Kiwanis year. We will analyze our strengths and weakness, set priorities and get our course set for the new year. Those elected to serve for 2010-2011 will be installed on September 30th and begin the new year on October 1st.
We will gather at the home of Mike and Marlys Daly, 312 Le Sueur Ave. in Eagle Lake, MN. Come, bring your ideas, a dish to pass and expect to have a good time as we work together.
Posted September 8, 2010 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
The seasons are changing as we sense the changes in the weather and the shortening of our days. Our new year on the Kiwanis calendar is rapidly approaching. By the end of September our new officers and board will be installed. On October 1st, we begin a new club year.
The outgoing officers and board as well as those about to assume office will be meeting very soon to develop a plan of action for our next year and a budget to help us accomplish our goals.
Before then, I am asking each of you to participate in a process of assessment of our clubs assets and liabilities and what you think we need to consider as priorities to become more effective in meeting the needs of members and in serving in our community. We also need to address our clubs role and participation in the new Kiwanis International service project: “ELIMINATE”.
For more information please read about this in the KI website: www.kiwanisone.org
At our next meeting we will spend our program time collecting your thoughts and evaluations. If by any chance you are unable to attend the meeting this Thursday, September 9th. please take a few minutes to submit your input by replying to the e-mail sent out to you by Club Prez, Mike Daly.
Item 1: What did I get out of this year in Kiwanis? Item 2: How could the club better meet my needs? Item 3: Have I made the decision to continue my membership and commit myself to an active role in service? Item 4: What area of involvement best suits me? a. Administration b. Membership Growth c. Finance d. Service Item 5: Will you learn about and participate in “ELIMINATE”? Item 6: My most meaningful Kiwanis Moment is………… Item 7: Will you help the Kiwanis grow? In club membership? In adding to the Kiwanis Family of youth clubs in our area? Item 8: Will I help the Mankato Divisity Kiwanis be a distinguished club in the coming year?
Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Please respond, your input and ideas are valued and needed.
Posted August 19, 2010 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
The program will be about the Rosa Parks Building Dedication & Grand Opening / the Eagle Lake Elementary School Public Open House. Hope to see you there!
Thursday, August 26
Program: Mary Beth Townsend, Mn-Dak Division Key Club Director on “Mankato West Key Club.”
Posted August 10, 2010 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
It seems many of our members are still either at convention, on vacation, or in Guatemala. We wanted the Fair Trade Presentation to be for a larger crowd and so did the presenter, Jane Dow. It has been decided to do the unthinkable–cancel our meeting two weeks in a row. This is very rare, so do not expect it to happen very often. Jane will reschedule for a later date.
There are two opportunities coming up to support our community. They are not through Kiwanis, but each organization has presented to Diversity Kiwanis.
1) For those of you who are interested in Christian Recording Artist, Mike Westendorf, he is giving a benefit concert 6 pm, on Friday the 13th, at Wheeler Park. The Benefit Concert is to support the Mankato Area Homeless Youth Drop-In Center. Sponsoring the event is St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. The concert is free while a collection will be taken to support the Center. If you are unfamiliar with his music, you can hear one of his songs from the link at http://www.mikewestendorf.com. The Mankato Area Homeless Youth Drop-In Center presented at our June 17th meeting.
2) HelpVINE celebrate its 15th Birthday on Thursday, August 19th from 5-8 pm. The party will be at Wheeler Park in North Mankato. There will be a Hog Roast and Live Entertainment (Bring a lawn chair!) In order to plan the amount of food to supply, it is requested that individuals RSVP to 387-1666 by this Thursday, August 12th. Freewill offerings to support VINE will be accepted. If you need a ride, let VINE know by calling the RSVP phone number. (NOTE: the cost for VINE to supply the food is $5/plate. Proceeds beyond $5/plate will actually go toward supporting VINE rather than paying for the event.)
Posted August 2, 2010 by Mankato Diversity Kiwanis Categories:Uncategorized
The meeting originally scheduled for August 5th is being cancelled due to the large number of members being away from town.
August 12th. meeting will still be on, as some of the travelling members begin to come back to town. Jane Dowe is scheduled as the guest speaker on ” Fair Trade”.
August 19th. Everyone should have returned from their travels. The board meets 11am-12pm. At Noon, the Diversity Kiwanis program will be about the Rosa Parks Building Dedication & Grand Opening / the Eagle Lake Elementary School Public Open House.
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