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Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time
Kiwanis Kapers Official publication of the Kiwanis Club of Fountain Hills, AZ
December 2012
We met the President — sort of Water
That
Garden Club Secretary Betty Pantuso continues to col-lect donations at each meeting for the Eliminate Project, which hopes to wipe out maternal and neonatal tetanus in 30-
plus countries.
And it’s working!
As of Oct. 8, it was an-nounced that between March 2011 and October 2012 that eight countries had eliminated MNT within their borders. The count r ie s in c l ud e d Uganda, Ghana, Liberia, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Guinea-Bissau, Timor-
Lestes and Tanzania.
Twenty African coun-tries remain with MNT, along with five countries in the Middle East — Af-ghanistan, India, Iraq, Pakistan and Yemen. Haiti still has MNT, along with six countries along the Asian-Pacific Rim: China, Cambodia, Indone-sia, Laos, Papua New Guineau and the Philip-
pines.
Six members of our club traveled Saturday, Nov. 3, to
Tempe, Ariz. to attend a special banquet organized by the
Southwest District as an official visit by Kiwanis International
President Tom DeJulio.
Those attending this special meet-and-greet banquet were
club President Ed Kehe and his wife Dolores, club President-
Elect Mike Scharnow and bride Brenda, club Secretary Betty
Pantuso and club Assistant Secretary and former President
Phyllis Horan.
Southwest District Governor Jim Courtright opened the ini-
tial meeting, explaining that there was a problem. That
“problem” was Superstorm and Hurricane Sandy, which
pummeled the East Coast Oct. 29. As we all know, Sandy
caused all kinds of problems from New York to Wisconsin,
downing homes, power lines, subways, airports and a way of life. Well, President De-
Julio works at Fordham University, which is located in New York City.
Needless to say, President DeJulio didn’t make it to Tempe Mission Palms on Nov. 3.
The SW District governor did conduct a Q&A session, however, allowing the various
clubs to boast about their current activities and projects. And then, during the ban-
quet, due to the wonderment of today’s technology, President DeJulio was able to ad-
dress the crowd via Skype, a large screen and a laptop computer. The building where
his office is located was constructed in the Bronx in 1841, and it withstood the forces
of Sandy. This devastating storm frayed nerves, created gas station lines longer than a
mile and added thousands to the homeless population.
As a result, Kiwanis International declared Nov. 27 as “Kiwanis Giving Tuesday,”
urging clubs and individuals to participate in one of many ways to help the victims of
Sandy. Kiwanis International intends to identify short– and long-term needs, with pri-
ority given to our Kiwanis-family members directly affected by the natural disaster.
“We live in a challenging time,” DeJulio told those in attendance at the SW District
banquet. “It’s almost become a cliché. And Kiwanis is being challenged every day to
do more. We can’t allow this self-fulfilling prophecy of gloom and doom….What ani-
mates Kiwanis is the enthusiasm of our members who are doing the daily work of Ki-
wanis. As an international organization, our service has no boundaries.”
DeJulio reiterated his common theme for the 2012-13 year: Connect. Inspire. Advo-
cate. He was elected in June 2012 at the 97th annual Kiwanis International Convention
in New Orleans, Louisiana. Previously, he served as president-elect, vice president
and as an international trustee from 2005-08.
“This is a year of participation,” the president said. “We’re in our third year of
Eliminate, and I know the Southwest District will keep up the good work. Go back to
your clubs and continue to do good things. Together we can accomplish a lot.”
A WORD FROM PRESIDENT ED KEHE:
‘Tis the season!
Fellow Kiwanians:
'Tis the season, and our Kiwanis elves outdid themselves, trimming what is to me the prettiest Christmas
tree for display at the Community Center. The holidays are a special time and kindle our desire to care for
the young and the needy in our midst. That is the true spirit of Kiwanis.
During November we indeed took steps to change the world, packing and delivering clothing to be given
on Three Kings Day to needy children in Nogales, Sonora; sponsoring a blood drive that will ultimately save
lives; serving a meal for the homeless at the Phoenix Rescue Mission; and continuing our collections for
Eliminate, the project to end global maternal neonatal tetanus.
We had interesting luncheon speakers from the Arizona National Guard and the Musical Instrument Mu-
seum. Our K-Kids and Builders took part in the local Thanksgiving parade.
Net proceeds from three fund raisers this fall approached $7,500. These monies, the product of dedicated
effort by membership, give us a great start toward assisting worthy causes in our community and beyond. If
you know of an agency that could use our help, let us know, and we will make contact.
Programs this month include Breakfast With Santa on December 1 , a performance by the High School Vo-
cal FX Choir on December 6, a presentation by Matt Dahlgren of Save the Family Foundation on December
13, our big Holiday Potluck Social on December 15, and Leah Bushmann of Energy Performance Services on
December 20. Enjoy the time with us!
Looking ahead a bit to January 3, the first luncheon meeting of the new year, remember to gather items
from your household for the planned White Elephant Auction. One person's stuff, no longer cherished, may
be another one’s treasure. Could be a fun program.
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!
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Club President Ed Kehe has been recognizing members for ‘above and beyond’ efforts.
Members who have been singled out recently include Bill Wadsworth, who sets up for all
of our meetings; Jean Linzer, who coordinates e-mail blasts and membership roster; and
President-Elect Mike Scharnow, who has been coordinating fundraisers. At right, President
Ed recognizes Trailer Guru Dale Schultz, who worked hard to get the new auxiliary trailer
up and running for the Fountain Festival. Energizers or Light Bulbs — who will be next?
Kiwanis Kapers Page 3
Parade presence The Noon Kiwanis, Builders Club and K-Kids floats rolls down Saguaro Blvd. during the Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Red and green elf costumes domi-
nated the float, coordinated by
Phyllis Horan of our club.
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Packing for border project The Noon Kiwanis Club once again is implementing the annual
Kiwanis Across the Border project. The first half of the two-phase
project was recently completed.
Club Vice President Alan Roselieb coordinated the collection of
used children’s clothing and stuffed animals through local pre-
schools and other facilities. With Noon Kiwanis funding, he also pur-
chased many “nearly new” items from the Salvation Army.
Club members then sorted, folded and boxed the items for trans-
portation to Nogales, Ariz. Roselieb singled out Creative Child Care
Preschool and its owner, Priya Ganapatphi, for their enthusiastic
support of this project and collecting children’s items.
Kiwanians Joseph “Pepe” Wise of the Nogales-Santa Cruz Kiwanis
Club and Ron Smith of Fountain Hills started the “Hands Across the
Border” Project to address the clothing needs of young children in
Nogales, Sonora, Mexico during the winter months of 2002.
Today’s project, renamed Kiwanis Across the Border, involves the
Noon Kiwanis Club, its youth organizations along with some assis-
tance from other clubs. The Noon Club also collects aluminum cans
on an ongoing basis, which helps to provide funds to purchase new
pairs of shoes. Paul “The Kan Man” Appeldorn does that work. He
reports $386.31 worth of cans were turned in for 2012, up more than
$100 from 2011. At 511 pounds of cans, that’s a lot of aluminum!
“Pepe” and Ramona Wise of the Nogales Kiwanis Club will again
be instrumental in expediting distribution of clothing, shoes and
toys at a Christmas party in late December at their home in Nogales,
Ariz. and a festive “Los Santos Reyes” party early in January in No-
gales, Sonora, Mexico.
“There will be many smiling faces of children this holiday season
on both sides of the border,” Roselieb said. “Everyone’s willing-
ness to participate is truly heart-warming and very much appreci-
ated.” The Noon Club will organize a delegation and travel to No-
gales, Mexico on Jan. 5 to help distribute items.
Roselieb said he also is grateful to Robin and Carol Schultz, new
general managers of the U-Haul Storage facility in Fountain Hills,
9264 Technology Drive.
They donated the use of a U-Haul rental truck so that the Noon Ki-
wanis Club could transfer all of the donated items to the Wises in
Nogales. Roselieb and Kiwanian Paul Appeldorn drove the items
down to Nogales. The Schultzes also donated clothing toward the
project and funds to apply for gas expenses.
Upper right: Think it will fit? Tom
Campbell isn’t quite so sure.
Lower right: Jo Nelson, Jean Linzer
(hidden) and Joan Pharr sort
through a pile of children’s cloth-
ing at the annual packing party.
Left: Paul Appeldorn and Jon Geller
put the finishing touches on a box.
Kiwanis Kapers Page 5
Kostumed Kiwanis Karacters The traditional group shot shows the merry Kiwanis elves just prior to opening the doors for Breakfast with Santa.
Annual Breakfast with Santa event proves a big hit with families
The Community Center was packed with about 250
folks Dec. 1 as they enjoyed the annual Breakfast with
Santa organized by our club.
Dr. Liz Smith did an outstanding job as event chair,
taking over for Donna Yordy, who initiated the ser-
vice project many years ago and chaired it ever
since. Hats off to Donna for her service through the
years, and congratulations to Dr. Liz for making a
seamless transition.
Lots of young families enjoyed McDonald’s break-
fasts, the entertainment and getting the chance to
meet Kris Kringle himself. The festive lobby atmos-
phere in the Community Center always adds to the
holiday ambiance. Not to mention Rudolph and
Frosty, two costumed characters that always draw a
crowd for photo opportunities.
Dr. Liz Smith, Debbie Fisher and Joan Pharr at Breakfast with Santa.
Plenty of balloon characters filled the Community Center ballroom.
Santa and friend
enjoy a moment
together during
t h e f e s t i v e
breakfast, al-
ways a popular
event for the
Noon Kiwanis
Club.
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Best Trailer in Town The world-famous Noon Kiwanis trailer is a staple at the arts fairs at the corner of Saguaro Blvd. and Avenue of the Fountains.
Dolores Kehe, D.J. Lott, Jackie Miles and Bill Jaeger worked the
breakfast detail on Friday morning of the Fountain Festival. The club
made about $6500 during the three-day Chamber festival
Ice, ice, we all scream for ice! President-Elect Mike Scharnow
had to solicit the support of the Four Peaks Rotary Club to
hunt down some needed ice during the fair. The Rotarians
had fun kidding the Kiwanian about needing a ride.
Don Williams got
to experience his
first ever shift in
the trailer, taking
sausage and ham-
burger duty on
Friday morning.
The new member
said he loved it so
much that he
would like to work
all three days in
February.
Kiwanis Kapers Page 7
Kiwanis to the Rescue
Paul Appeldorn and Betty Pantuso, above left, get dessert ready; at above right, Jo Nelson, Paul and Phyllis Horan continue the job.
Group serves lunch to homeless at mission
Club Vice President Alan Roselieb
Six club members traveled to the Phoenix Rescue Mission Friday, Nov. 30, to serve
lunch to between 150 and 200 homeless individuals. Phoenix Rescue Mission CEO and
President Jay Cory visited our club earlier this fall to talk about the organization and
what it does. Club Vice President Alan Roselieb had volunteered at the mission before
through his church, so he organized a special trip for Kiwanis.
Roselieb, Mike Scharnow, Betty Pantuso, Phyllis Horan, Paul Appeldorn and Jo Nel-
son volunteered for this first trip to the mission. Roselieb plans to organize several
other volunteer trips this year, and his goal is to bring different people along for each
trip so our members stay engaged in hands-on service and outreach projects.
“Once again, our club has reached out to help others in our community,” Roselieb
said. “This is a trend we hope to continue with Kiwanis. Our community stretches be-
yond the borders of Fountain Hills. Our community includes the Valley, the state of
Arizona and throughout the world.
“We were able to experience the thankful faces and comments of appreciation from
the homeless men for taking some of our time to be with them. I want to thank every-
one who participated for their kind generosity. The Phoenix Rescue Mission is quite
organized, and they have staff and volunteers who prepare the food. We simply got
the desserts ready and then served lunch for about an hour and a half. It was a heart-
warming experience, and I encourage other members to get involved next time!”
Exciting news for
Adopt a Street!
By popular request, the club’s
Adopt A Street Day
is moving to TUESDAY
Next date will be January 8
Watch next newsletter
for time and place or
call Paul at 836-8213
December 6 Vocal FX Choir from FHHS under direction of Lynn Truby
December 13 Matthew Dahlgran, project coordinator, Save the Family
December 15 Holiday social at Sunset Kiwanis clubhouse
December 20 Leah Bushmann, Energy Performance Services
December 27 NO MEETING
January 3 While Elephant Auction to benefit admin fund
December 2012 Calendar
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Christmas social
Saturday,
December 15
6 p.m.
Sunset clubhouse
Bring a dish!
Club will provide
Main dish, drinks