Speakers
√ Nov 3:  Kelly Bourne - Cyber Security
√ Nov 10: Steve Martin from Alliance of Future of Agriculture
Nov 17: Courtney  Wallance  -  Teammates 
Nov 24:
Linda Placzek - Youth Protection Policies & Procedures

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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 from Frank.  This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Attendance - 15 members.  
 
The 50/50 drawing was held and there was no winner.
 
Glen collected Happy Bucks.
 
Frank led the business discussion:
Frank asked if someone would volunteer to do an Inter club. Greg Volunteered.
Frank will contact Linda Placzek to present a program to our club on Youth Protection and Policy. 
A decision was made to skip the December 29th meeting. 
Joann said there are people in Minden, IA that would like to start a Kiwanis club. Linda Placzek 
will be the one responsible to follow up on this.
Joann said our members might get a message inviting us to a Zoom Division 13 Council Meeting. 
It's being held in Red Oak, IA on November 4th at 6:30 pm.
 
Rod reminded everyone that he will be presenting a program on membership on October 27. 
He gave everyone a handout to give to prospective members. He's encouraging members to 
attend and bring a prospect. Suggested reaching out to former members He would like to have 
any pictures you have of our projects/functions to display at this meeting. Our club will pick up 
the cost of the meal for the guests.
 
Vince emailed a sign up sheet for speakers for November through next September on 
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Dale said the next reading at Sacred Heart is Friday, October 17th at 2 pm.  Dale, Glen, Barb and 
Dave volunteered. The next readings are November 7th and November 21st. Let Dale know if 
you're available. 
Dale also reported on Completely Kids is October 28th. Let Dale know if you are available.
 
Deb brought in toothbrushes and toothpaste for the homeless shelters.
 
Thank you to Deb for taking cans to the recycling plant and donating the $17.00 to the club.  
Don't forget to save your aluminum cans for Deb.
 
This week's speaker were Patrick Schlasser & Matt Miller from Pheasants For Ever.
 
Upcoming Meetings:
Next Club Meeting October 20th, at Legends.  Speaker  on the 20th is  Jack Swanda - Boomer Radio DJ
New member meeting October 27.  All Members should attend if possible.
 
Meeting notes provided by Barb St John.
 
Steve Bunting