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New England District Kiwanians Cruise to Bermuda

2009-05-29T10:21:25Z

Written by Bob Grills
The New England District of Kiwanis sailed out of Boston on May 8, 2009 for the 5th time in 5 years to help Gov. Dick England make the District’s annual Governor’s visit to
Bermuda. This year’s ship was Norwegian Cruise Line’s “Sprit”, the largest of all the ships we have sailed on to date. The program was excellent and led for the third year by PLG Bob Tandy and his wife Debby from MA. There were 60 cruisers in our party, 50 Kiwanians and their wives and friends and for the first time 10 Masons joined the group.

The waters were relatively calm with only a few rolls and bumps on the first day at sea. The cruise included two cocktail parties, first to get acquainted and at the end of the cruise to plan for next year and talk over the fun they had on this year’s event. Lt. Governor Bailey of Bermuda set up the official visit of the Governor and his staff to meet with the officials of the Bermuda government. The highlight of the week was the large dinner banquet held Tuesday night that was held at the Fish Bone Restaurant at the DockYards. Great local music, a special fish soup that was made even tastier with sherry and hot peppers and local rum which you added to suit your taste. The main eating surprise was official Texas barbecue, which was very good. During the speaking program the president of the St Georges Club paid a special tribute to the New London Kiwanis Club for their generous contribution made to the St George’s Club on the event of their twentieth anniversary. Attending the cruise from New London was Bob and Valeda Grills and a prospective new member Mary Ellen Leone. Overall- a very good time was
had by everyone. Bob Tandy is already taking orders for next year’s cruise on May 21 – May 28, 2010. Be sure to mark your calendar now.

New London Kiwanis presents N. Blake King Scholarhips

2009-05-29T10:05:09Z

Stephen Dwyer, New London High School, and Jessica Torgersen, Fitch High School, are the 2009 recipients of the Kiwanis Club of New London N B King Scholarships. Each student will receive a $3000 scholarship grant. These fine young students rose to the top of over sixty applicants, which is the largest pool of applicants ever. Glenn Hamler, chair of the Scholarship Committee, was joined by Jim Sylvester, Sherry Lombardi, Rich Cheatham and Valeda Grills.

While in high school, Stephen was a member of the Connecticut Pre-Engineering Program, Envirothon (Environmental Science Club), Interact, Student Council, Film Club, Soccer Team and the National Honor Society. In his spare time, Stephen worked at Chuck E. Cheese, Shop Rite and Abercrombie & Fitch. He was joined at the award program by his grandmother, Olga Concepcion and his mother’s boyfriend, Luis Lozada. In the fall, Stephen will pursue his passion of film at the New York University Film School.

Jessica has been a four-year member of the Fitch High School Key Club, and served as President her junior and senior years. She attended Key Leader during her sophomore year and also attended two New England District Key Club Conventions in Springfield, MA. Jessica has also been very active in and out of school during her high school years beyond Key Club. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Environmental Club, Math Team, Varsity Lacrosse, Co-Catechist at a local school, been a Teacher’s Assistant at the Catherine Kolnaski Elementary School and worked as an assistant with Groton Parks and Recreation. She was joined at the program with her father, David Torgersen, and her stepmother, Sue Torgersen. Jessica will be continuing her education at Boston University and is planning on studying International Management.

The applicants are evaluated on academic achievement, need, community service and extracurricular activities. The scholarship award is named in the memory of longtime club member N. Blake King who served as New England Kiwanis Governor in 1966.

The News and Views, April 22, 2009

2009-04-25T09:24:50Z

The latest edition of the New London Kiwanis newsletter is available for download at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org/views20090422.pdf .

News and Views, April 1, 2009

2009-03-28T09:06:19Z

The latest edition of the New London Kiwanis newsletter is available for download at http://newlondonkiwanis.org/views20090401.pdf .

News and Views, March 18, 2009

2009-03-18T19:05:41Z

The latest edition of the New London Kiwanis newsletter is available for download at http://newlondonkiwanis.org/views20090318.pdf .

Montville Key Club Member elected Lt. Governor

2009-03-18T18:54:04Z

Chelsea Chamberlain, 2008-2009 Division 29-A Lt. Governor from Fitch High School, presided at the Division Caucus on Sunday, March 15^th, which was held at the New London Coast Guard Station. Kathleen Cicchese from Montville High School was elected to serve as Division 29-A Lt. Governor for 2009-2010. Kathleen, a junior, is currently serving as Vice-President of the newly chartered Key Club at Montville High School. An honor student, Kathleen enjoys volleyball, tennis, and sailing. She also volunteers with Special Olympics. As Lt. Governor, Kathleen will be a member of the District Board of the New England District of Key Clubs and represent the six Key Clubs at the high schools in Division 29-A: Fitch, New London, Waterford, East Lyme, Lyme-Old Lyme and Montville. She will be installed at the New England District of Key Club Convention in Springfield, MA the weekend of April 3-5. Five members of the Kiwanis Club of New London, which sponsors the six local Key Clubs, attended the caucus: Andrew Ely, Tom Moriarty, Rich Cheatham, John Russell and Marty Olsen.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. The Kiwanis Club of New London meets every Wednesday at 12:15 PM in the Clarke Center at Mitchell College. For information about the Kiwanis Club of New London, contact club president Captain Chris Sinnett at president@newlondonkiwanis.org or visit the club website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org. To learn more about Kiwanis International visit the following website: http://www.kiwanis.org.

New London Kiwanis Announces April Programs

2009-03-18T18:49:47Z

Marty Olsen, Program Chair, has announced the lineup of speakers for the month of April:

April 1: Erin Sebastianelli, Mentor/Tutor Coordinator at Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School in New London

April 8: Linda Chamrad, Camp Dragonfly, a new camp for girls ages 11-15 with High Functioning Autism

April 15: Chris Sienko, General Manager, Connecticut Sun

April 22: Pete Barry, Basketball Coach, United States Coast Guard Academy

April 29: Annual Meeting: Election of Officers and Directors for 2009-2010, Induction of New Members and any other business for the good of the order

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. The Kiwanis Club of New London meets every Wednesday at 12:15 PM in the Private Room in the Clarke Center at Mitchell College. For information about the Kiwanis Club of New London, contact club president Chris Sinnett at president@newlondonkiwanis.org or visit the club website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org. To learn more about Kiwanis International visit the following website: http://www.kiwanis.org.

New London Kiwanians attend Conference

2009-03-14T10:47:03Z

Five members of the Kiwanis Club of New London attended the recently held New England District of Kiwanis Mid-Winter Training Conference held in Mansfield, MA. Attending were Past Distinguished Governor of the New England District of Kiwanis, Marty Olsen, Lt. Governor for Division 23 Bob Grills, Past Distinguished Lt. Governor Valeda Grills, Past Distinguished President Tom Moriarty and Club Treasurer Rich Cheatham. Upcoming events on the Kiwanis calendar are the Kiwanis International Convention in Nashville, TN, June 25-28, 2009, and New England District of Kiwanis Convention in Warwick, RI, August 14-16, 2009.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. The Kiwanis Club of New London meets every Wednesday at 12:15 PM. in the Clarke Center at Mitchell College. For information about the Kiwanis Club of New London, contact club president Chris Sinnett at president@newlondonkiwanis.org or visit the club website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org. To learn more about Kiwanis International visit the following website: http://www.kiwanis.org.

New London Kiwanis Club March Speakers

2009-02-14T11:27:18Z

Ted Nelson, Program Chair, has announced the lineup of speakers for the month of March:
March 4: Ray Hassen, CorePlus Federal Credit Union, will discuss Identity Theft
March 11: James Gannon, Sanborn Financial Group, will discuss Roth Conversions
March 18: Chris Sienko, General Manager, Connecticut Sun (rescheduled from February)
March 25: Darrell Fox, Wachovia Securities, will discuss Charitable Giving
Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. The Kiwanis Club of New London meets every Wednesday at 12:15 PM in the Private Room in the Clarke Center at Mitchell College. For information about the Kiwanis Club of New London, contact club president Chris Sinnett at president@newlondonkiwanis.org or visit the club website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org. To learn more about Kiwanis International visit the following website: http://www.kiwanis.org.

New London Kiwanis Announces Scholarships

2009-02-12T19:32:58Z

Kiwanis Club of New London N. B. King Scholarship applications are now available. These prestigious scholarships are named in the memory of N. B. King, a long-time member of the Kiwanis Club of New London and former New England District of Kiwanis Governor in 1966. Applications are evaluated with consideration given to academic performance, extracurricular activities, community service and financial need. Graduating seniors at New London, Waterford, East Lyme, Lyme-Old Lyme, Fitch, Montville, St. Bernard’s and Grasso Tech High Schools, along with college students and adult Return-to-College students are encouraged to apply. Fully completed applications are due by the end of April. Applications are available at the stated high school guidance offices, the Kiwanis Club of New London website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org or by mailing a request to Glenn Hamler, Chair: NB King Scholarship Committee, Kiwanis Club of New London, PO Box 333, New London, 06320.

KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL CELEBRATES 94TH ANNIVERSARY

2009-01-10T17:04:09Z

Founded on January 21, 1915 in Detroit, Michigan, and with headquarters now in Indianapolis, Kiwanis International is a worldwide organization of service and community minded individuals who support children and young adults. More than 600,000 Kiwanis family members in 96 nations make their mark by responding to the needs of their communities and pooling resources to address worldwide issues. Members of the Kiwanis Family and its Service Leadership Programs volunteer more than 21 million hours and invest more than $113 million in their communities around the world.

Kiwanis clubs take on humanitarian and civic projects that many public authorities are not prepared or able to perform. A typical Kiwanis club plans hands-on projects focusing on the special needs of the community. The Kiwanis Family includes organizations for young people which are sponsored by clubs and the Kiwanis International Foundation. K-Kids at the elementary school level, Builders Clubs at the middle school level, Aktion Clubs for people who are living with a disability, Kiwanis Junior for young adults in Europe, Key clubs at the high school level, and Circle K clubs at the college level.

One major continuing project is the Young Children: Priority One program. This special program addresses the needs of children through projects in pediatric trauma, safety, childcare, early development, infant health, nutrition, and parenting skills. Under this program, Kiwanis has engaged in Worldwide Service Projects. Teaming with the United Nations Children’s Fund, iodine deficiency disorders have been virtually eliminated.

The Kiwanis Club of New London meets every Wednesday at 12:15 PM. Check our club website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org for our current meeting location. For information about the Kiwanis Club of New London, visit the club website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org.

New London Kiwanis Hosts Salvation Army Kids for Christmas Party

2008-12-23T21:02:24Z

The Kiwanis Club of New London hosted twelve children from the Salvation Army Youth Program for its annual Christmas Party. The event, held at the Officers Club at the United States Coast Guard Academy, was most festive and the children were awed by the arrival of Santa Claus and his wife, Mrs. Claus. Club members donating gifts and adopting children were Pam Stevens Moriarty, Sherry Lombardi, Gordon Jackson, Chris Sinnett, Rich Cheatham, Glenn Hamler, Ted Nelson, Andrea Bell Kaiser, Bob Grills, Marty Olsen, Steve Santangelo and Tom Moriarty. Valeda Grills donated a book to each child as gift.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. The Kiwanis Club of New London meets every Wednesday at 12:15 PM. Check our club website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org for our current meeting location. For information about the Kiwanis Club of New London, contact club president Tom Moriarty at 887-1305 or visit the club website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org. To learn more about Kiwanis International visit the following website: http://www.kiwanis.org.

Kiwanis Family Bell Ringers raise $1200

2008-12-23T21:00:57Z

On December 20^th members of the Kiwanis Club of New London and all six of their Key Clubs at Fitch, New London, Montville, Waterford, East Lyme and Lyme-Old Lyme High Schools braved the freezing temperatures and snowstorm the night before to provide Bell Ringing services for the Salvation Army. Volunteers staffed the entrances at the Food Court, Christmas Tree Shop and Charlie’s Eating & Drinking Saloon at the Crystal Mall from 9:00 AM until 7:00 PM. Lieutenants Herb and Miriam Rader from the Salvation expressed gratitude not only to the volunteers, but all those who contributed during the day, especially during these difficult economic times. Over $1200 was raised over the day. Kiwanis club members participating were Rich Cheatham, Bob Grills, Marty Olsen, Andrew Ely, Tom Moriarty, Gordon Jackson, Andrea Bell Kaiser, Steve Santangelo, John Russell, Ted Nelson and Glenn Hamler. Amanda Marchese and Ian Cheney, Waterford High School Key Club Faculty Advisors, donated their time with their students.

Montville High School Key Club Receives Charter

2008-12-13T08:46:11Z

Formed this fall at the start of school, the Montville High School Key Club formally received its Charter on December 2^nd. There are twenty-nine charter members and Charter President of the new club is Gayle Moriarty. Kim Glover is the Faculty Advisor and Kiwanis Advisors Tom Moriarty and Jim Sylvester will join her.

The Montville High School Key Club is the sixth Key Club sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of New London and joins Key Clubs at Fitch, New London, Waterford, East Lyme and Lyme-Old Lyme High Schools that comprise Division 29-A in the New England District of Key Club International.

The new club has hit the ground running and has been very active since the beginning of the school year. They have conducted a clean up of the Montville Conservation Area and the historical cemetery on the school grounds. The club has also had a successful fundraiser selling tie-dyed T-shirts for the benefit of students in an automobile accident. Key Clubbers volunteered at the Kiwanis sponsored Thanksgiving Family Dinner at the Salvation Army in New London and will be helping out as Bell Ringers with the Kiwanis Club on December 20^th at the Crystal Mall to benefit the Salvation Army.

Joining President Gayle as officers for the club for 2008-09 are Kathleen Cicchese: Vice President; Jaclyn Brush: Corresponding Secretary; Jing Fan: Recording Secretary; Rachel Perry and Elaine Edgecomb: Co-Treasurers; and Amber Sholes and Kaitlin Stewart: Newsletter Editors. The Mission of Key Club is to provide service to the school and community, promote leadership development and foster fellowship and camaraderie. Kiwanis Club members joining the celebration were Club President Chris Sinnett, Kiwanis Advisors Tom Moriarty and Jim Sylvester, Bob and Valeda Grills and Andrea Bell Kaiser.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. The Kiwanis Club of New London meets every Wednesday at 12:15 PM. in the Clarke Center at Mitchell College. For information about the Kiwanis Club of New London, contact club president Chris Sinnett at president@newlondonkiwanis.org or visit the club website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org. To learn more about Kiwanis International visit the following website: http://www.kiwanis.org.

Sinnett Installed President of New London Kiwanis for 2008-09

2008-11-04T21:15:07Z

Captain Chris Sinnett, USCG, was recently installed as President of the Kiwanis Club of New London for 2008-09. Captain Sinnett is the Commanding Officer of the Coast Guard Barque Eagle. Chris has been a member of Kiwanis since 1993 and the New London club since October 2006. He also was a member of Key Club in high school, which is a Kiwanis sponsored leadership club. Chris has been instrumental working with Dan Sullivan, Principal at New London High School, along with new Faculty Advisors Jack Cochran and Erin McGuire in revitalizing the Key Club at the school. President Chris challenged the club to expand membership and seek collaborative service opportunities to enhance and improve New London’s schools. Sinnett lives in Ledyard with his wife, Kathy, and their daughters, Sarah and Allison.

Also elected to serve the club for 2008-09:

President-elect: John Russell
Vice-President: Connie Potter
Immediate-Past President: Tom Moriarty
Treasurer: Rich Cheatham
Secretary: Marty Olsen
Directors for One Year: Andrea Bell Kaiser, Jim Sylvester, Mac Pope
Directors for Two Years: Sherry Lombardi, Ted Nelson, Lt. Andrew Ely,

USCG, and Glenn Hamler

Bob Grills, Lt. Governor for Division 23 installed the Directors and Dick

England, Governor the New England District of Kiwanis installed the officers

Over fifty members and guests attended the Installation of Officers and Directors at the Weller Center at Mitchell College on October 30^th. The club was honored to have Dick England from the Kiwanis Club of Sandwich, MA and the Governor of the New England District of Kiwanis, and his lovely wife, Jackie, as special guests for the ceremony. Past Governor Rick Miller from the Kiwanis Club of Springfield, MA also attended with an interclub from Springfield. Chip Gorra, Past President of the New London club and now a member in Springfield, was the Master of Ceremonies. There were interclubs from the Kiwanis Clubs of New Haven, Springfield, MA, Greater Southeastern CT and Guilford/Shoreline. The Key Clubs from Fitch, Waterford, East Lyme, Montville and Lyme-Old Lyme High Schools were represented, including Chelsea Chamberlain, Lt. Governor for Division 29-A. Key Club Faculty Advisors Roger Haynes, Lyme-Old Lyme, and Kim Glover, Montville, also joined the celebration. The following club members were recognized for Perfect Attendance (in years): Rich Cheatham (1), Robert Grills (4), Tom Moriarty (4), Valeda Grills (8), Ted Nelson (10), Mac Pope (13), Marty Olsen (20) and Gordon Jackson (37). Immediate Past President Tom Moriarty was presented an Outstanding President Plaque and received his KIF Hixson Medallion that had been recognized at the District Convention this past summer. The following three members were acknowledged as members of the Legion of Honor for a minimum of twenty-five years of service with Kiwanis: John Kashanski (55 years), Frank Penny (39 years) and in attendance, Gordon Jackson (37 years). Governor Dick inducted Sam Christy, sponsored by Mac Pope, and Lt. Miriam Rader, sponsored by Marty Olsen, into the club and welcomed Connie Potter and Jim Sylvester who transferred to the New London club from the Cincinnati, OH Riverfront club and Sandwich, MA club respectively.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. The Kiwanis Club of New London meets every Wednesday at 12:15 PM. in the Clarke Center at Mitchell College. For information about the Kiwanis Club of New London, contact club president Chris Sinnett at president@newlondonkiwanis.org or visit the club website at http://www.newlondonkiwanis.org. To learn more about Kiwanis International visit the following website: http://www.kiwanis.org.