Speakers
√ August 26:

 Kailey Edelman - Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging

√ September 2:

Labor Day - No Meeting

√ September 9:

Courtney Baughman, Executive Director, Learning for All http://www.golearnall.org  LFA is committed to improving the lives of adults in our community by helping them achieve the language, literacy, and life skills necessary to reach their life goals.

September 16:

Brinker Harding, Senior Vice-President Colliers and Councilmember Omaha City Council

September 23:

Corey Pomykata, Executive Director, Coalition Rx, https://www.coalitionrx.org/   She will be joined by Officer Fornoff, Omaha Police Department. “Founded in 2015, our mission is to reduce the misuse of all substances of abuse by raising awareness and partnering with community organizations to provide public and professional education, prevention and treatment resources, and policy advocacy.”

September 30

Becky Kern, Warning Coordination Meteorologist, National Weather Service, Valley, NE to speak about weather and climate changes in our region

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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 led by Greg.  This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Attendance 16 members.
 
The 50/50 drawing was held with no winner.
 
Rod collected Happy Bucks.
 
Kip started the business discussion;
 
Barb talked about the meal support for the Ronald McDonald House.  Previously this year she had delivered prepared meals and this was appreciated.  Based on this success Barb stated our remaining action for this year step is again to deliver prepared meals purchased with the remaining budget.
 
Kip and Joanne attended a combined Kiwanis District Meeting.  One big topic of discussion was volunteering at the Omaha Airport in the information area.  The shifts are four hours and there are perks for continued volunteering.  For more information, contact Kip or Greg.
 
Rod gave a report on Bob Reid and his recent visits.  Both Bob and his wife appreciate the visits.
 
Dennis provided an update on the pending two remaining placement dates - next Monday on Labor Day and September 11.  Dennis stated he was still needing more volunteers for morning flag placement activities.  He emphasized the September 11 date which is on a school day and more volunteers for the 11th would certainly help.
 
Barb and Dave volunteered at AllPlay the past weekend.  It went well.
 
The Club Installation Dinner is scheduled for October 1 at Champions.  The meal menu is still pending but Kip to send a Club message soon.
 
Deb brought in two used fish tackle boxes which she had cleaned and were available for anyone to take home.
 
Dale introduced the guest speaker:
 
    Katie Eddleman
    Nebraska Office of Information on Aging
 
No Club Meeting next Monday, Labor Day.
 
The next meeting is scheduled for September 9 at Legends.
 
Steve Bunting