OCTOBER 5, 2009 Ronald McDonald House Dinner a Big Success
Denise led the great group of over 10 member volunteers that prepared, served, ate with the guests of RMDH, and cleaned up after a beautiful meal. The meal was highlighted by Denise's home made corn bread and Mrs. Berger's wonderful apple cake. Other members brought vegetables, salad, cookies, to go with the roasted ckicken, tater tots, fresh fruit, and yes lots more deserts.
We enjoyed being with Cari Olsen, Manager of the RMDH and her guests.
The next gathering is on Monday, November 30, 2009 right after Thanksgiving.
10-11-2009 07:37:24 Posted by: Sean Ellis
June 30, 2009: Sandy Springs Kiwanis Hosts the Center of Puppertry Arts at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
This was our quarterly program with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. We continue to provide high quality entertainment for the children and this was no exception. Harry Haake was able to get the Center of Puppertry Arts to put on a puppet making workshop and performance for the children. Members that attended were Harry Haake, Elise McIntyre, and Michael Ziegler.
07-11-2009 17:50:01 Posted by: Sean Ellis
May 23, 2009, Clean Up of Boyleston Road
Thanks to Steve Young for taking the lead and organizing our quarterly Boyleston Road cleanup on Saturday, May 23. We had a good turnout and the following attended: Dick Schweitzer, Steve Young and his son, Dan and Elise McIntyre, Herb Daws, and Bill Crosland.
05-28-2009 19:11:49 Posted by: Sean Ellis
April 23, 2009: Happy Hour at Meehan's Public House Restaurant
The Sandy Springs Kiwanis held its quarterly happy hour at Meehan's Public House Restaurant and celebrated our most senior members. Dick Schweitzer did a great job of planning the festivities. Those members with over 15 years tenure received a drink and a great looking Sandy Springs Kiwanis ball cap. Also, we had a raffle in which most people walked away with a prize. Thanks for all those who attended to make this a very good event.
04-24-2009 09:19:57 Posted by: Sean Ellis
April 18, 2009: Sandy Springs Kiwanis Club Sponors the Ronald McDonald House during the 2009 Volunteer For A Better Sandy Springs Day.
Led by Michael Ziegler, members Denise Hunt (and two daughters), Dick Schweitzer, Steve Young, and Waylon Cooke (and wife), helped with clean-up and other needed projects at the Sandy Springs Ronald McDonald House. The effort was part of the volunteer day which was sponsored by Leadership Sandy Springs. Members were rewarded with a t-shirt and lunch at Hammond Park. Milt and Jan Gorman, Guy Berger, and Herb Daws, helped with some painting at Heritage Sandy Springs for the event.
04-24-2009 09:16:19 Posted by: Sean Ellis
March 31, 2009: "Snack Attack" at Woodland Charter Elementary for Teacher Appreciation Week
Eight members joined in to help honor the teachers and staff at Woodland Charter Elementary with a Snack Attack. Our club manned carts filled with goodies which we pushed through the hallways. Elise McIntyre, Dan McIntyre, Jan Hackney, Steve Young, Charlie Shepherd, Ruth Baskerville, Linda Warner, and Nolan Feintuch joined in the effort. Please see the pictures below:
03-31-2009 13:53:35 Posted by: Sean Ellis
March 23, 2009: Serving dinner at the Sandy Springs Ronald McDonald House.
We had a great time serving dinner at the Ronald McDonald House. Our six members and two guests seved up a wonderful barbeque diinner of burgers, hot dogs, and all the fixings. we encourage those members who have not been to the house to please help us at our next dinner to see what the organization is all about. Just being there and talking to the residents is a very important way for them to get the "normalcy" back in their lives since many of them are struggling with caring for their sick children. We are lucky to have a resource like this in our backyard.
03-24-2009 07:49:50 Posted by: Sean Ellis
March 5, 2009: Past Circle K International President and Motivational Speaker David Kelly Motivates Club Members.
David Kelly addressed our members about being a Kiwanian and how to shake things up and do things a little differently. He suggested various ideas to help up with membership growth, inter clubs, and meeting logistics. Using his vibrant storytelling skills, he told past stories of his Kiwanis experiences as ways to illustrate his points. He is no stranger to the Sandy Springs Kiwanis Club as his wife was one or our past presidents. You can find more information about David Kelly and his leadership speaking business at www.gonzospeaks.com.
03-05-2009 17:29:06 Posted by: Sean Ellis
February 26, 2009: Reading Around the World With Children From Woodland Charter Elementary
The Sandy Springs Kiwanis Club had a successful time in reading with the children of Woodland for the Reading Around The World Program. Thank you to the seven members who participated: Linda Warner, Guy Berger, Steve Young, Jan Hackney, Elise McIntyre, Harry Haake, and Ruth Baskerville.
02-26-2009 16:42:45 Posted by: Sean Ellis
February 23, 2009: Preparing and Serving Dinner at the Sandy Springs Ronald McDonald House
Nine of our Kiwanians - Dick Schweitzer, Steve Young, Charlie Shephard, Ruth Baskerville, Vicki Freeman, Denise Hunt, Nolan Feintuch, Bill Crosland, and Jan Hackney - prepared and served a yummy dinner for over 20 residents at the Sandy Springs Ronald McDonald House. Everyone had a great time and the residents appreciated the meal. Many thanks to Dick Schweitzer for coordinating the event and all the members who contributed to make it a big success.
02-23-2009 20:06:28 Posted by: Sean Ellis
February 19: K-Kids team up with Sandy Springs Kiwanis To Clean Up Woodland Playing Fields
Eleven K-Kids and two Kiwanians - Linda Warner and Dick Schweitzer-helped clean up the Woodland playing fields in order to prepare for the school's sporting day this Friday. The children learned the importance of the environment, helped with their school, and got a sneak peak at the school sign that the Sandy Springs Kiwanis Club had made for the school.
02-20-2009 16:43:40 Posted by: Sean Ellis
February 19: Morgan Falls Dam Program
Over 20 members braved the sunny yet windy day to eat lunch and get a insider's tour of the historic Morgan Falls Dam. The Dam was constructed in two years between 1902-1904. Currently, the Dam generates power from water driven generators made in the 1920's. The plant's original purpose was to provide power for Atlanta's trolly cars. Tony Tramonte, plant manager for Georgia Power, provided lunch, tour, and overview of the facility. Please see the pictures below.
02-19-2009 20:34:37 Posted by: Sean Ellis
February 19: Thank You Note From Homestretch
Below is a note from Homestretch thanking our club for sponsoring a family for Christmas in 2008. The effort was led by Jan Hackney.
February 10, 2009: Sandy Springs Kiwanis Hosts The Performers from the Circue Du Soleil Show, Kooza, at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Circue performers - two clowns, a juggler, a facepainter, and little dog, performed for over 80 children and adults at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Children, parents, staff, and Kiwanians had a great time as they were treated to facepainting, clowning around, and juggling. This event was organized by Kiwanian Harry Haake. The following Kiwanians supported the program: Steve Young, Denise Hunt, Dick Schweitzer, David Chamblee, and Nolan Feintuch. Please enjoy the pictures and videos below.
