Speakers
√ October 7:

Shannon Wiig, Director of Omaha Visitors Center

October 14:

Valerie Stoj, Election Committee.  She will give us an overview of the 2024 General Election.

October 21:

Linda Placzek Kiwanis Safe Environment Training

October 28:

Shawn McCarville, Project Pink support group for Breast Cancer survivors.  October is Breast Cancer awareness month

Welcome to the Kiwanis Club of West Omaha
 
Founded in 1938 for Kiwanis Club of Greater Omaha and founded in 1961 for Kiwanis Club Westside which have merged together to form the Kiwanis Club of West Omaha. Each has a rich history of community service throughout the years. We are an eclectic mix of ages, genders, occupations, backgrounds and interests. We are all passionate about making our community and the world a better place for children so they can thrive. We are devoted to serving the children in our local community and also children all across the country and worldwide through unique and innovative service projects and fundraising initiatives. Members and invited guests meet each Monday at Noon for food, fellowship, and for the opportunity to hear from speakers about important matters in our region.
 
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The meeting was opened with a prayer led by Greg.  This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Attendance 16 members.
 
The 50/50 drawing was held with no winner.
 
Rod collected Happy Bucks.
 
Kip started the business discussion;
 
Barb talked about the meal support for the Ronald McDonald House.  Previously this year she had delivered prepared meals and this was appreciated.  Based on this success Barb stated our remaining action for this year step is again to deliver prepared meals purchased with the remaining budget.
 
Kip and Joanne attended a combined Kiwanis District Meeting.  One big topic of discussion was volunteering at the Omaha Airport in the information area.  The shifts are four hours and there are perks for continued volunteering.  For more information, contact Kip or Greg.
 
Rod gave a report on Bob Reid and his recent visits.  Both Bob and his wife appreciate the visits.
 
Dennis provided an update on the pending two remaining placement dates - next Monday on Labor Day and September 11.  Dennis stated he was still needing more volunteers for morning flag placement activities.  He emphasized the September 11 date which is on a school day and more volunteers for the 11th would certainly help.
 
Barb and Dave volunteered at AllPlay the past weekend.  It went well.
 
The Club Installation Dinner is scheduled for October 1 at Champions.  The meal menu is still pending but Kip to send a Club message soon.
 
Deb brought in two used fish tackle boxes which she had cleaned and were available for anyone to take home.
 
Dale introduced the guest speaker:
 
    Katie Eddleman
    Nebraska Office of Information on Aging
 
No Club Meeting next Monday, Labor Day.
 
The next meeting is scheduled for September 9 at Legends.
 
Steve Bunting