Speakers
√ March 3:

Eric Stueckrath, Pres/CEO Outlook, Nebraska

√ March 10:

Brian Wells, Kiwanis NE-IA District Pres. Elect

√ March 17:

Alexandra Cardon, Curator, Samuel Bak Museum

√ March 24:

Jeremy Bouman, CEO of RISE (POC is Sarah Bartolomei, Chief of Staff

March 31: Lucas Schulte, PhD Director of Education & Outreach, Tri-Faith Initiative
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 13 members.

 

The 50/50 drawing was held by Barb who, along with Dave, returned after missing several meetings due to knee surgery.  There was no winner. 
 
Ralph collected Happy Bucks.
 
Steve started the business discussion:
Dale reported on Sacred Heart. The next reading is January 31 and scheduled readers are Greg, Rich, and Dale.  The following reading is scheduled for February 21 with the scheduled readers as Steve, Rich, and Glen.
Dale also reported Completely Kids of January 21 was successful.  Team members included Ralph, Joann, Frank, and Deb, and Dale.
 
Joann reported on Division activities:
She continues to attend the many club and higher meetings.
The SouthWest Club meetings location was changed to the Corner Cafe.
She also has a flyer for the March 29 Division Retreat for anyone's information.
The next Division 20 meeting is scheduled for February 5, 7 AM, at First Watch.
        
Jack reported on the Scholarship Program:
Application deadline is March 3.  He has started receiving applications.
Planned reviewers include Jack, Dennis, Ralph, and Glen.
 
Dennis reported that the Salvation Night Watch outing scheduled for January 21 was cancelled due to extreme cold/wind chill.
 
Jack reported that Bob Lotus's condition, due to his recent stroke, is not good.  He is paralyzed on his right side and is still at the Madonna Medical Center.
 
Vince reported that he recently visited Dan Pleis, former Greater Omaha Club member, and his condition is good.
 
The Guest Speaker was Evel Thomas from the Child Saving Institute.

 

The next meeting is scheduled for February 3 at Legends.

 

Stephen Bunting