Chatham-Kent presents Community Service Award

2013 SYD KEMSLEY COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD

In 2009, Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent Golden K established the Syd Kemsley

Community Service Award which is to be presented annually to a deserving citizen selected by the club’s Board of Directors. The award was established to honour Syd’s 60+  years of membership in Kiwanis and his contribution of caring, time and energy to Kiwanis projects. Each year the selected recipient of the award will receive a special certificate and the club will donate a bed kit to Sleeping Children Around the World in the recipient’s name.   

The inaugural award was presented to Kiwanian Syd Kemsley himself.  Syd joined the Kiwanis Club of Chatham in 1948 and served as Chair of the Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival in 1959 and 1960. In 1997 he transferred to the newly formed Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent Golden K as a charter member where he served as the club’s chair of the IDD Program.

The 2013 recipient of the Syd Kemsley Community Service Award is Janet Braddon.  Janet was recognized for her many years of volunteering and dedicated service to make Chatham-Kent a better place.  She is a charter member of Golden K who served  on almost every committee within the club, including two terms as President and two as Secretary.  Janet has been involved with many community groups over the years, serving as a member of the Board of St. Joseph Hospital, the Kent County District Health Council, St. Andrew’s Residence, Meals on Wheels and the Chatham Film Group.  In addition, Janet has contributed countless hours to the success of the Kiwanis Music Festival.

Janet is truly an outstanding volunteer serving the community of Chatham-Kent - and children of the world.

65 Year Legion of Honour Presented

Syd Kemsley - Legion of Honour for 65 years as a Kiwanian

 

Syd Kemsley joined the Kiwanis Club of Chatham in 1948 and transferred to Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent Golden K in 1997 as a charter member. President Cathy Telfer and Board Member, Mary Alice Marchand had the privilege  of presenting Syd with a 65 year Legion of Honour pin and certificate in May of 2013.  Mr Kemsley has served the community and the children of the world throughout his long career. He is a true believer in the objects of Kiwanis and an honoured member of Chatham-Kent Golden K.  

Division 3 Clubs Work Together

Saturday, April 20, 2013
We hoped the day would be warm and friendly but alas, our dreams were shattered!  The sun was out but the wind was from the north and the temperature was not exactly warm, but the work went on.
Members from the Sarnia-Lambton Golden K, Forest Kiwanis and Windsor Kiwanis clubs joined members of the Leamington Kiwanis club at the Leamington Kiwanis Boys and Girls Camp for their annual clean up day.  Several other volunteers from the community were also in attendance to lend a helping hand.  LG Bud did a wonderful job of filling the pot holes!  He sure can shovel and rake gravel!  After 2 hrs. of hard labour both inside and outside, the Leamington club hosted lunch.  Hot dogs never tasted so good!!!

 Windsor club President Ram leaning on his rake talking to Leamington club President James

Not much work being done!

 Charlene and Beth scrubbing down the kitchen

 The workers at lunch

 A great day was had by all!

 Sarnia-Lambton Golden K President Mike and Leamington Past President Leo enjoying the moment.

The young person in front was having a great time!

  Collecting winter's left-overs.

Chatham-Kent Aktion Club meeting

January 24, 2013
LG Bud Orr attended the Chatham-Kent Aktion Club meeting.
The following is a report regarding the activities the Aktion club members have participated in by Chatham-Kent Golden K liaison Rob Ralston.
Club Activities
-Chatham Santa Claus Parade  November 16th, 9 members participated in costume, total hours 18
-Salvation Army Kettles, 6 members participated, total hours 70
-Assisted with the packing of Christmas hampers for the needy for the Goodfellow's , 3 members participated , total hours 15
-Participation in the annual Community Living Christmas concert, 5 members participated, total hours 15
-Planting of fall bulbs for the Rotary on Keil Drive, 3 members participated, total hours 6
-Annual Christmas Food Drive, hampers delivered to the local Food Bank, participation by all members , total hours 30
- SORRY GOLDEN "K' YOU HAVE AGAIN LOSS THE CHALLENGE

-The Club also hosted Ridgetown Aktion Club at their annual Christmas Party

Donations since December lst-  Eliminate $100.00 , Local Food Bank $100.00

At todays meeting Lt Governor Bud Orr inducted new member Ryan Priebe, and Golden "K" President Cathy Telfer  led with the Objects of Kiwanis.

The Club approved a donation in the amount of $200.00 which will be used to update the Library Cafe at Community Living.

Upcoming events----- Annual Bowl-a-thon February 16th, funds utilized to send children to summer camp.  Community Living are hoping to raise $10,000. The Aktion Club hope to raise $1,000, and again this year are counting on participation from the Golden K'

Next Meeting   February 21st  Stewart Street  1.00 p.m.

KIWANIS ONE DAY PROJECT  MAY 16TH - details to follow
 
As shown, the Chatham-Kent Aktion club is a group to be taken very seriously.  They are a very active group indeed and keep the members of the Chatham-Kent Golden K club on their toes!

Posted by PLG Sheila Donald 

Region A Council Meeting and Governor's Luncheon

On Saturday, Jan. 12th, the Region A Council meeting and Governor's Luncheon was held at the Kiwanis Senior's Centre in London, Ontario.
The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the matters of the Region and District,  receive education from the Growth and Retention Team, hear from Kiwanis International Vice President Dr. John Button, hear from Gov. Peter Tudisco, elect a new Trustee for Region A and to have FUN!
The meeting was well attended with approximately 80% of clubs in Divisions 3, 4, 5 and 6 represented.  Many thanks to LG Doug Taylor from Division 4 who organized and hosted the event.  It was well run, informative and educational.
LG Doug called the meeting to order at 9am.  "O Canada" was sung and PLG David Thamer conducted a toast.  The invocation was done by DLG Jim Garey.  LG Doug introduced the Head Table and welcomed everyone.  LG Bud Orr lead the group in the reading of the 6 Objects of Kiwanis.  DST Jim Steele was unable to attend the meeting due to attending another meeting in Vancouver which was dealing with preparations for the 2013 Kiwanis International Convention and sent his regrets.  DLG Jim Garey gave an update on the ELIMINATE project and advised the group that another country has joined in eliminating maternal neo-natal tetanus.  Only 31 more countries to go!
Allen Ure, Region A Trustee gave his report and then conducted the election of a new Region A Trustee.  PLG Sheila Donald was elected to the position with a single vote being cast by Division 5 LG Jim Schwindt.  The attendees where delighted that Kiwanis International Vice President John Button was in attendance and addressed the group.  Following a 15 minute break, PLG Jim Scott and PLG Sheila Donald (Ontario Co-chairs for Growth and Retention) gave presentations on Retention, the Kiwanis web sites and New Member Orientation.   

 Barbara Thamer in discussion with Debbie Button

 Past Governor Joanne Murray

 Division 3 club members

 Kiwanis International Vice President Dr. John Button in discussion with a fellow Kiwanian

 Ontario Growth and Retention Co-chairs PLG Jim Scott and PLG Sheila Donald

 Governor Peter Tudisco reviewing the morning's agenda

Governor Peter challenged his LG's and requested that they review all the Kiwanians in their districts and bring forward a name that represents the true meaning of Kiwanis.  I am pleased to report that LG Bud chose Kiwanian Mary Alice Marchand from the Chatham-Kent Golden K as the person in Division 3 who best represents the heart and soul of Kiwanis.  Congratulations Mary Alice!

LG Bud, Mary Alice and Governor Peter after receiving her Governor's Pin.

 The Governor's Luncheon was held immediately after the Regional meeting.  Governor Peter gave a wonderful, touching speech during which there wasn't a dry eye in the place!  

All in all, the day was quite successful and enjoyed by approximately 85 Kiwanians.  

LG Bud gives back Service!

LG Bud Orr is a very busy man!  In between doing Kiwanis work he is very involved with the Forest Museum.  Bud's wife Jackie is the current President of the Museum Board.  Both LG Bud and Jackie put in numerous hours at the museum which maintains the history of Forest and surrounding area. 

 LG Bud and a museum member in period dress

 LG Bud with his "Friends" at a Christmas Dinner

 LG Bud hangs out with some "Stiffs"!

Posted by PLG Sheila - January 14, 2013

LG Bud Receives Award

Current LG Bud Orr from the Kiwanis Club of Forest was honoured at a recent club meeting where he was presented with a Distinguished Service Award by Past President Martin Brunner.
This award was given in recognition of outstanding Leadership and Service to Kiwanis.
Congratulations LG Bud!

Past President Martin congratulating LG Bud on receiving his award

Posted by PLG Sheila