Stories

The Nifty Fifty Fifty Club Raffle

Posted by Jim Carter on Jan 18, 2020

Once again the high Sheriff tried his hand.

Fifty cards remain, and $35 was added to the pot.

Herald's Report January 17 2020

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Jan 17, 2020

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Herald's Report January 10 2020

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Jan 10, 2020

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Alicia Brady - Camp Sunshine

Friday, January 10, 2020

Alicia Brady provided the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club in the Hubbard Dining Room on the UWG Campus. She represented Camp Sunshine, a camp experience for children with cancer.

Photo: Alicia Brady and Kiwanis President-Elect Clint Backstrom

Board Meeting January 7

The meeting of the Officers and Directors will be 6:00 PM Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at the Tracy Stallings Community Center.

The Tracy Stallings Community Center

First Tuesday, January 7, 2020

Officers, Directors, Committee Chairs, and New Members should attend to qualify for the permanent badge.

Art and Music Showcase Sponsors

2020 Carrollton Kiwanis Art & Music Showcase

Sponsorship Form

In order to provide our youth participants with a first-class program and the recognition that they deserve the Carrollton Kiwanis Art and Music Showcase is dependent upon the contributions from Kiwanis Members and independent sponsors. Your contributions to the following sponsorships will help defray the costs associated with this youth service event. Following, is a description of the various levels of sponsorship:

Producer Sponsor – Gratitude will be acknowledged in a dedicated section of the Art & Music Showcase program along with an announcement during the awards ceremony.

Award Sponsor – Appreciation will be recognized in a dedicated section of the Art & Music Showcase program along with an announcement during the awards ceremony.

Program Sponsor – Gratitude will be acknowledged in a dedicated section of the Art & Music Showcase program along with an announcement during the awards ceremony.

Club Sponsor – Gratitude will be acknowledged in a dedicated section of the Art & Music Showcase program.

Benefactor - Gratitude will be acknowledged in a dedicated section of the Art & Music Showcase program.

Dr. Bob Reeves - My Farewell Journey

Shock, despair, denial. It was someone on the phone saying that dreaded word "CANCER." My mind began to whirl. "What about provisions for my family?" "How soon?" "Is it curable or not?" "What comes next?"

Gradually the feared truth began otoset in. How am I going to deal with this? Prayer, comforting words and support from family and friends poured in. My test of faith had begun. Frankly, cancer had never been part of my thinking about my health. Very little cancer has ever been in my family, and nothing in my direct line. My concern had always been heart related diseases, which was a major factor in my personal decisions to be involved in a healthy cardio program lifestyle.

Healing was certainly part of my prayer, but how was I going to endure? I had had the best of medical care and attentive family support. What would I have done without my wife and daughter? Finally I had to accept with my Christian faith to put my life into His hands.

I will miss the many fiends I have had the privilege to know over a long career, and I hop they will remember me well, and forgive all the mistakes I've made.

Goodbye to my gym friends, former students, breakfast club, Sunday school class, Kiwanis Club, church staff (especially Ken and Gail Stephens), and my high school buddies who made a cross-county trip to give me their support and love. And to all the people I've met in my life's journey. Each person is a tiny candlelight guiding me along life's treacherous path. This thought is from my favorite devotional, Candles on the Glacier, that uses the illustration that each of us is like a small candle crossing a rugged glacier in life. It is my desire to present a positive face through this journey, and I hope my small candle of light will help others navigate their life's glacier.

- Dr. Bob Reeves □

Herald's Report January 3 2020

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Jan 03, 2020

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Autism and Baseball - Taylor Duncan

Taylor Duncan provided the program for the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, December 20, 2019 at the Couryard Marriott.

He is looking for a coach for the local baseball team with autism and other special needs.

Well, that needs to be re-worded and corrected. He is not looking for a coach with special needs, although that might be an easy selection in Carrollton?

The team is filled with players with special needs.

Help Wanted ?

Fred Richards honored with "Town Crier" Trophy

Fred Richards

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Re-New Member - Mark Herring

Mark Herring

Herald's Report December 20, 2019

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Dec 20, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Ronnie Jordan

Jordan Truck Sales (JTS)

Ronnie Jordan, Owner of Jordan Truck Sales, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, December 6, 2019 at Z6 on the University of West Georgia Campus. Jordan gave a history of Jordan Truck Sales, and spoke of developments and trends in the trucking industry.

photo: Ronnie Jordan, Owner of Jordan Truck Sales, and Cathy Farley, President of the Kiwanis Club.

The Nifty Fifty Fifty Club Raffle

Posted by Jim Carter on Dec 07, 2019

Dr. Richard Fiore takes a chance.

The pot is up to $581, and 38 Cards remain.

Herald's Report December 6, 2019

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Dec 06, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

December Birthdays

07 Tejal Kakade

10 Suzy McCorkel

19 Tommy Cook

20 Jack Whitman

23 Randy Miller

27 Greg Holcomb

28 Norman Deese

December Anniversaries

12 Bob Harker & Lori Snaith

15 Dale & Karen Williams

17 Richard & Nancy Dixon

18 Norman & Becky Deese

21 Adrian & Lopez Nunn

Delivering hot lunches to needy families

This is not a Kiwanis project, but it's right down our alley.

Every year, a combined community effort has been made to prepare hot Turkey meals and deliver to needy families on Thanksgiving.

Through a combination of donated food from various sources, Brad Cole Construction, Little Hawaiian and the Venue on Cedar, and an army of community volunteers, needy families identified through school counselors, hundreds of plates are delivered on Thanksgiving Day.

Forgive me if I omitted any of the guilty parties.

Here's a few photos that I snapped on Thanksgiving morning 2016. Back then, volunteers assembled at the Tyus Road home of David and Andrea Walker . (David is associated with Brad Cole Construction.)

Left: Derick Newton and ~ one+ year old Keziah.

Center: The first year that Dr. and Mrs. Lok (UWG College of Science and Mathematics) helped in the assembly line, they improvised with solo cups to dip mashed potatoes. In 2017, they came prepared with ice cream scoops.

Right: In 2016, Ray Fulford pulled hot turkey meat from the bones.

This year, Tano is donating the use of the Venue on Cedar for food preparation and assembly on Thanksgiving morning. If you are interested in helping, be at the Venue of Cedar at 8:30 AM on Thanksgiving morning. If you are interested in delivery, arrive after 9:00 AM. You will be provided with a list for delivery and directions.

Bob Myers - Birds in Carroll County

Bob Myers had the opportunity to show the Kiwanis Club the remainder of the slide show of Birds in Carroll County Georgia , on Friday, November 22, 2019 in the Hubbard Dining Room of the UWG Campus.

Photo: Kiwanis President Cathy Farley with program presenter Bob Myers.

Herald's Report November 22

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Nov 22, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

New Member - Dr. Jimmy Brock

Posted on Nov 20, 2019

Dr. Jimmy Brock was inducted into the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 15, 2019. He was introduced by his sponsor Jim Carter. Richard Dixon conducted the "swearing in" ceremony.

photo: Richard Dixon, Dr. Jimmy Brock, Jim Carter

Veteran's Memorial Park

Barry Gardner presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 15, 2019 in the Hubbard Dining Room on the UWG Campus. He gave an update on the current developments of the Carroll County Veteran's Memorial Park.

photo: Barry Garner and Richard Dixon

Herald's Report November 15

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Nov 15, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

The Ken Farmer Bowl Raffle

Congratulations to the following winners of the Football Bowl Raffle:

Katie Bartlett - $ 100 cash from Synovus Bank

Katie Bartlett - $ 100 Carrollton Downtown Dollars

James Cater - $ 200 cash from United Community Bank

Clint Backstrom - Indulge Spa Package

Johnny Tanner - 46'' Television

Beth Graf - Recliner from Sit 'n Sleep

David Kathe - $ 1,000 Grand Prize

The Kiwanis Foundation thanks all sponsors and participants in the 2019 Raffle.

Carrollton's Bankhead Project

Met Lane and Erica Studdard spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 8, 2019 in the Hubbard Dining Room on the UWG Campus.

They presented a slide show of the progress and plans for Carrollton's Bankhead Highway project.

Photo: Erica Studdard, Cathy Farley, and Met Lane

New Member - Chris Carr

Chris Carr was inducted into the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 8, 2019. He is the band director for Carrollton High School, and his sponsor is Dr. Ernest McClendon, former band director and principal.

Herald's Report November 8

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Nov 08, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Board Meeting November 5

The meeting of the Officers and Directors will be 6:00 PM Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at the Tracy Stallings Community Center.

The Tracy Stallings Community Center

First Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Officers, Directors, Committee Chairs, and New Members should attend to qualify for the permanent badge.

Herald's Report November 1

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Nov 01, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

November Milestones

Posted on Nov 01, 2019

Please notify neil_weathington@bellsouth.net of any errors or omissions. This report is pulled from the ClubRunner database, which is very incomplete in terms of birthdays and anniversaries. In past years, Dr. Claxton served as club Historian and kept a separate, more accurage list, for milestones. Thanks !

Birthdays	Anniversaries
01 Sue Horn
02 Matthew Clay	02 Melanie & David Lambert
09 Adrian Nunn	10 Sam & Tai Newsome
11 Amber Smallwood	12 Randy & Jane Miller
18 Phil Stamps
19 Robert Duffee

State Senator Mike Dugan

Georgia State Senator Mike Dugan spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 1, 2019 in the Hubbard Dining Room on the UWG Campus. He updated the club on current legislative actions and issues.

Photo: Kiwanis President Cathy Farley and State Senator Mike Dugan

Metro Atlanta Kiwanis Club

Forty Years ago, the Carrollton Kiwanis Club charted the Metro Atlanta Kiwanis Club.

Now, we are invited:

The Metro Atlanta Kiwanis Club will be celebrating forty years of service to children and would like you to join us in celebrating.

Theme: "Together We Make a Difference"

Piccadilly Restaurant

2841 Greenbriar Parkweay SW

Atlanta GA 30331

Monday, October 28, 2019

6:00 - 8:00 PM

(Arrive 30 miniutes early to purchase meal.)

There will also be a silent auction and door prizes.

Joel Richards - Chief of Police

Joel Richards spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 25, 2019 in the Hubbard Dining Room on the UWG Campus.

photo: Carrollton Police Chief Joel Richards and Kiwanis President Cathy Farley

Herald's Report October 25

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Oct 18, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Bob Myers - Bird in Carroll County Georgia

Posted on Oct 18, 2019

photo: Kiwanis President Cathy Farley and Kiwanian Program Presenter Bob Myers

Bob Myers presented to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 18, 2019 a program of information on the birds of Carroll County Georgia and shared his remarkable photography of birds.

Herald's Report October 18

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Oct 18, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Herald's Report October 11

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Oct 11, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

view Photo Gallery !

New Member - Milton Berry

Milton Berry received his gold badge on October 11, 2019.

The State of the Union - President's Address

Posted on Oct 04, 2019

On Friday, September 27, 2019, Cathy Farley was sworn-in as President of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club by Lt. Governor Bill Braswell from Douglasville.

Cathy presented the first program of the year (October 4) and shared photographs of the best past memories of Kiwanis, so far.

Herald's Report October 4

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Oct 04, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Walter Zeller Fellowship

Two Carrollton Kiwanians were inducted into the Walter Zeller Fellowship on Friday, September 27, 2019:

Congratulation to Dr. Luke Lipham and Dr. Richard Ingle.

Photo: Past Foundation Treasurer Joe Bell (with New Foundation Treasurer lurking) and Susan Ingle congratulate two "Zeller Fellers": Dr. Lipham and Dr. Ingle.

George F. Hixson Fellowship

Two Carrollton Kiwanianis were inducted into the George F. Hixson Fellowship on Friday, September 27, 2019.

Congratulations to Paul McDaniel and Javeese Smith.

Photo: Javeese Smith, President Cathy Farley, Paul McDaniel, and Angie McDaniel.

Hixson Fellowship 2019

OCTOBER Milestones

Posted on Oct 01, 2019

Please notify neil_weathington@bellsouth of any errors or omissions. This report is pulled from the ClubRunner database, which is very incomplete in terms of birthdays and anniversaries. In past years, Dr. Claxton kept a separate, more accurage list, for milestones. Thanks !

Birthdays:	Anniversaries:

06 Brian Smith	06 Paul & Angie McDaniel
15 Angie McDaniel	08 Joey & Rita Key
16 Tim Warren	10 Mike & Missy Dugan
18 Georgia Carter	15 Robert & Georgia Carter

Board Meeting October 1

The meeting of the Officers and Directors will be 6:00 PM Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at the Tracy Stallings Community Center. This is the first meeting presided by President Cathy Farley.

The Tracy Stallings Community Center

First Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Officers, Directors, Committee Chairs, and New Members should attend to qualify for the permanent badge.

Herald's Report September 27

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Sep 27, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Where is the world is Jim Carter ?

The club went to great lengths to insure that Jim Carter, who is traveling in Europe, would not be omitted from group photos. The causal observer might find an occasional "man on a stick" photobombing.

Legion of Honor

Kiwanians are awarded the Legion of Honor pin and certificate after twenty five years of membership and on five year intervals.

Terry Langley presented the Legion of Honor Awards:

Harris Johnson, 35 years, was unavailable for photo.

photo: President Terry Langley, Dr. Bob Reeves (45 years) and Dr. Ernest Mcclendon (40 years)

Kiwanis Attendance

Kiwanians receive the "perfect" attendance award:

Jim Collins received the 43 year pin, and Fred Richards received the 41 year pin.

Congratulations to all !

Clint Backstrom receives the Fred Richards Outstanding Service Award

Posted on Sep 20, 2019

Club President Terry Langley presented to Club V.P. Clint Backstrom the Fred Richards Outstanding Service Award on Friday, September 20, 2019 in the UWG Hubbard Dining Room.

Herald's Report September 20

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Sep 20, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Guests - Friday the 13th of September

Kiwanis Guests on Friday, Sept 13:

Chris Carr, CHS Band Director and guest of Dr. Earnest McClendon.

Ron Carter, brother and guest of Jim Carter.

John Vincent, Minister in India and guest of Dr. Richard Ingle.

Kevin Hemphill - Integrezign

Kevin Hemphill spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, September 13, 2019 in the lower level of Z6.

Photo: Clint Backstrom and Kevin Hemphill

Michelle Morgan - Carroll County Commission

Michelle Morgan, newly elected chairman of the Carroll County Commission, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club in the Hubbard Dining Room in the Z6 Food Service Building at the State University of West Georgia. She presented a Carroll County Umbrella, symbolic of the unity of the County.

Photo: Terry Langley and Michelle Morgan

Kiwanis Koncession UWG Schedule

Home Games at Ra-Lin Field:

Kick-off	Day	Date	Opponent

7:00 PM	Saturday	November 16	Valdosta State

Dear Fellow Kiwanians,

The club is scheduled to run concessions at this Saturday's UWG home game at 7 p.m. Please consider volunteering to assist if possible.

As always, your help is greatly appreciated!

Cathy Farley

Board Meeting September 3

The meeting of the Officers and Directors will be 6:00 PM Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at the Tracy Stallings Community Center.

The Tracy Stallings Community Center

First Tuesday, September 3, 2019

Officers, Directors, Committee Chairs, and New Members should attend to qualify for the permanent badge.

September Milestones

Birthdays:	Anniversaries:
05 Tim Kilgore
15 Michael Crafton	04 Ray & Bonnie Kathe
21 Craig Williard	05 Phil & Teresa Stamps
22 Jonathan Hendricks	06 Michael & Lisa Crafton
23 Dusty Hightower	15 Ashley & Christopher Hulsey
	24 Mike & Margot Washington

Jeff Bell - Truth in Nature

Jeff Bell spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, August 30, 2019 at UWG's Z6 Dining Hall. Jeff updated on the progress of the Truth in Nature project, which leads fatherless boys in experiences of camping, hunting, fishing, and basic survival in the great outdoors.

photo: Jeff Bell and Clint Backstrom

Herald's Report August 30

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Aug 30, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Kiwanis Koncessions August 30

August 30, 2019

Friday Night High School Football Classic at UWG

Mitch Clifton has agreed to manage the concession stand at the UWG Stadium for the Friday Night (8-30-2019) High School Classic Kick-Off Game.

Please see Mitch to volunteer. Volunteers are needed.

Mitch Clifton

770-832-9431

678-673-7059

mclifton@westga.edu

Thanks from Georgia Carter

I was humbled and honored to receive the Henry Heinz medallion at the District Convention, but even more so because it was awarded by my own club. It is my honor to serve our club at the District level, as I have done for a number of years, as chair of the District Showcase and as a trustee on the District Foundation Board. As I am now in the rotation as president elect of the Foundation Board, it will continue to be my honor to serve and represent our amazing club at the District level. I will do my utmost to fulfill the trust which has been placed in me and I hope I will make you all proud.

From the bottom of my heart I thank you and appreciate you.

Best regards to you all-Georgia

Georgia Carter

Comedian Stuart Yahm

Comedian Stuart Yahm adds levity to the Carrollton Kiwanis with a touch of humor.

District Convention 2019 - Augusta

Congratulations Georgia Carter !

Georgia Carter was surprised when presented the Henry C. Heinz Award by her Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Saturday night at the Governor's Banquet. Georgia has just completed her three year term as Trustee in the Georgia District Kiwanis Foundation, and has been selected to enter rotation as President-Elect of the Foundation. The Heinz Award is the most appropriate way to honor her service for the Georgia District Kiwanis Foundation, as the money directly supports the Foundation.

Photo: Charles Staples, Foundation President;

Georgia Carter, Foundation President-Elect and Heinz Recipient;

and Richard Dixon, Past Governor presenting the Heinz.

UWG Circle K

August 16, 2-019

The students in UWG Circle K have worked in concession stands and received a check from the Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation on August 16, 2019 in appreciation of their efforts.

Herald's Report August 23

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Aug 16, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Coach David Dean - UWG Football

Coach David Dean, UWG Football Coach, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on August 16, 2019 at Z6 Food Services Building.

photo: Coach David Dean and Kiwanis President Terry Langley.

(photographic proof that college coaches smile pre-season ?)

Herald's Report August 16

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Aug 16, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

InterClub to Rockmart

Thanks to the members of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club who visted the home club of the Lieutenant Governor.

Photo: Bob Myers, Mitch Clifton, Milton Berry, and Jim Russell.

Brilliant Minds Pre-School

Brittney Stobridge presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on the Brilliant Minds Pre-School.

Herald's Report August 9

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Aug 09, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Birthdays		Anniversaries
06 Javeese Smith		06 Tim & Karen Warren
10 Ashley Hulsey		12 Jeremy & Janet Sabo
19 Mike Dugan		13 John & Emily Bass
19 Jake Stephenson		17 WH & Peggy Smith
20 Joey Key		20 Dick & Susan Ingle
30 Ray Kathe		24 Jim & Olivia Russell

Board Meeting August 6

The meeting of the Officers and Directors will be 6:00 PM Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at the Tracy Stallings Community Center.

The Tracy Stallings Community Center

First Tuesday, August 6, 2019

Officers, Directors, Committee Chairs, and New Members should attend to qualify for the permanent badge.

Aundi Lesley - Carrollton Main Street

Aundi Lesley presented the program topic "Carrollton Main Street" to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, August 2, 2019.

Photo: Aundi Lesley and Terry Langley

Herald's Report August 2

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Aug 02, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Herald's Report July 26

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Jul 26, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Marty Smith - Georgia State Property Officer

Marty Smith has recently been appointed by Governor Brian Kemp to serve as Georgia's Property Officer. He spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, July 26, 2019 in the Hubbard Dining Room and told of the "on the job training" (O.J.T.) ; so far.

photo: Marty Smith and Terry Langley

Kathy Knowles - Heard County Community Partnership

Kathy Knowles, of the Heard County Community Partnership, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on July 19, 2019. The meeting was held in the lower level of Z6.

Photo: Kathy Knowles and Terry Langley

Herald's Report July 19

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Jul 19, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Kiwanis 5-K Race

Thanks to all the volunteers who helped make the 2019 5-K Race a success.

Congratulations to runner # 219 for being the first Kiwanian to cross the finish line.

view photos

5-K Race Results (2019)

Click here to download race results.

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club thanks the following generous sponsors of the 5-K Race:

Across Village

Carrollton Emergency Physicians

Sit’n Sleep

Carroll County Sheriff Office

Carroll EMC

Synovus

Carrollton Emerge

SLM Recycling

Ozier Apparel

Now Meeting in the Hubbard Dining Room (Z-6)

Beginning July 12, (unless announced otherwise), Kiwanis meets in the Hubbard Dining Room of Z-6 on the UWG Campus.

1) Please use stairs or elevator to access the second floor of the Z-6 Dining Hall.

2) Sign-in as a member (or guest) of the Kiwanis Club at the Cashier station.

3) Select food of your choice.

4) Kiwanis meets in the Hubbard Dining Room ( in the back of the building.)

It's always a Great Day to be a Kiwanian !!

UWG | Carrollton-Carroll County Education Collaborative

Good Idea: A Kiwanis Thrift Store

Fred and Anne came up to Asheville,NC this weekend and passed by a KIWANIS thrift store today in a nearby town. We stopped in of course, and learned that the group brought in $100,000 in 2018 that went to kids in the area. Their secret: virtually all employees are volunteers, including community folks who are not Kiwanians, because the group does so much good for children in the area.

Fred & Anne

July Milestones

July Birthdays

02 Dick Ingle

03 Will Ozier

10 Melanie Lambert

20 Mitch Clifton

21 Jared Griffis

21 Matt Miles

23 Patrick Yuran

24 Harris Johnson

27 Bill Dees

July Anniversaries

01 Neil & Lynn Weathington

03 Kathie & Larry Barrett

10 Rick & Cindy Sears

12 Patrick & Marie Yuran

17 Jesse & Mitzi Thompson

Board Meeting- July 2

The meeting of the Officers and Directors will be 6:00 PM Tuesday, JuLY 2, 2019 at the Tracy Stallings Community Center.

The Tracy Stallings Community Center

First Tuesday, JuLY 2, 2019

Officers, Directors, Committee Chairs, and New Members should attend to qualify for the permanent badge.

Jamie Cramer - Georgia DHS

Jamie Cramer, Statewide Coordinator for the Georgia Department of Human Services, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 28, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Herald's Report July 12

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Jun 21, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Herald's Report June 21

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Jun 21, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Dr. Chapman Rackaway - The Democracy Project

The Democracy Project

Dr. Chapman Rackaway, Professor and Chair of the UWG Political Science Department, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 24, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Photo: Dr. Chapman Rackaway and Kiwanis President Terry Langley

Special Election - Go Vote !

Tuesday, July 15, 2019

Today is the special election for Carroll County Commission Chair and district commission seats 4 and 5.

Make sure to exercise your right to vote.

Sheriff's Office Fraud Investigations

Friday, June 14. 2-19

The Kiwanis Club welcomed officers from the Sheriff's Department Adams East and Jackson Lawrence, who provided the program on fraud investigation and prevention.

Community Give-Back Project

Three more meetings at Sunset Hills Country Club

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club will meet at Sunset Hills Country Club for lunch during the three last Fridays in June:

June 14, June 21, and June 28.

There will not be a meeting on July 5. Enjoy the Independence Day Holiday!

Country Club pricing has forced the Kiwanis Board of Officers and Directors to seek other venues, and starting in July; on Friday, July 12, 2019, the Kiwanis Club will meet for lunch on Fridays in the Hubbard Dining Room in the Z6 Food Services Building. The procedure will be to sign in at the second floor entrance , which may be accessed by stairs or elevator. Members are invited to select food from the many choices, and make their way to the Hubbard Dining Room in the rear of the building. Announcement will be made through e-mail whenever a room or venue change will need to happen.

Parking.

The Z6 parking lot has the closest row of spaces marked for visitors.

Spaces for handicapped are just behind the building on the left.

Thank you for your cooperation.

June Milestones

June Birthdays

11 Bo Bass

13 Lacey Robinson

15 Sam Newsome

18 Mark Albertus

23 Jim Carter

27 Kathie Barrett

29 Mike Washington

30 Shawn Skalin

June Anniversaries

9 Will & Angelika Ozier

12 Jake & Julie Stephens

20 Dusty & Christina Hightower

26 Johnny & Alison Tanner

PASS - Cynthia Langley

Cynthia Langley spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 7, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club. The local organization previously called and associated with national "Communities in Schools" is now locally organized under a new name "Partners Advancing Student Success" (PASS). The Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation presented a $ 1,500 check to Partners Advancing Student Success.

photo: Terry and Cynthia Langley

Board Meeting - June 4

The meeting of the Officers and Directors will be 6:00 PM Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at the Tracy Stallings Community Center.

The Tracy Stallings Community Center

First Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Officers, Directors, Committee Chairs, and New Members should attend to qualify for the permanent badge.

Dr. Luke Lipham - Heart Bypass Surgery

Friday, May 31, 2019

Dr. Luke Lipham spoke to his Carrollton Kiwanis Club and told the story of his diagnosis and surprise heart bypass surgery.

Photo: Dr. Luke Lipham and Kiwanis President Terry Langley

Herald's Report May 31

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on May 31, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Pageant at Pine Knoll

Dr. Fred Richards served as emcee for the Pageant at Pine Knoll on Thursday, May 16, 2019.

Photo: (seated, l to r) Cindy Kirby (1st Runner-Up), crowned Queen Lura Lander, and Mickie Thames (2nd Runner-up). Standing: Jim Carter, Amy George, Luke Lipham, Fred Richards, Blair Lipham, Neil Weathington, Tracy Derrick, and Sherron Herron.

Senior Honors Night at Villa Rica High School

Tuesday May 14, 2019

Neil Weathington, Chair of the Kiwanis Art and Music Showcase, and Dr. Bob Pinckney, Carroll County School Board Member and Kiwanis Past Lieutenant Governor were invited to honor senior Christian Mitchell for being awarded the $ 2,500 scholarship from the Georgia Kiwanis District Foundation. Christian's painting won first place and $ 500 in Carrollton's Art and Music Showcase, and advanced to Lee County where he won second place in the juried District art show .

In Memory - Dr. Robert "Bob" Claxton (1942 - 2019)

Posted on May 18, 2019

A memorial Service for Robert "Bob" Claxton will be held at 3 PM on Saturday, May 18, at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church in Carrollton.

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It is with sadness that we report the death of Dr. Robert "Bob" Claxton. He died Wednesday night, March 13, 2019. The body was cremated and the remains will be taken to New York by his nephew. A memorial service will be held in Carrollton, Georigia within the next few months.

photo: Dr. Robert "Bob" Claxton was inducted into the Hixson Fellowship in September of 2012. He is author of The History of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club.

Keep Carroll Beautiful

Jeremy Moore serves on the board of Keep Carroll Beautiful and presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Jeremy Moore and Terry Langley

Interclub to Newnan

Posted by Mitch Clifton on May 15, 2019

Four members of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club visited the Newnan Kiwanis Club on Tuesday, May 14, 2019.

The Newnan Kiwanis Club chartered the Carrollton Kiwanis Club in 1947.

photo: Mitch Clifton, Joe Bell, Joey Key (who served as President of the Newnan Club a few years back), and Randy Miller.

Dr. John Green - Education Collaborative

Dr. John Green, Education Collaborative; spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on May 10, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club .

Photo: Dr. John Green and Kiwanis President-Elect Cathy Farley

5K Race 2019

Register Online

Club Election Results ~

Posted by Jim Collins on May 10, 2019

Officers and Directors for 2019-2020:

President

Cathy Farley

President-Elect

Clint Backstrom

Vice-President

Dale Williams

Secretary

Jenny Ingram'

Treasurer

Craig Williard

Foundation Treasurer

Jim Carter

Immediate Past President

Terry Langley

Board of Directors

2018-2020	2019-2021
Dr. Lok	Art Bower
W.H. Smith	Joey Key
John Tanner	Patrick Yuran

Danny Gourley - UWG Adult Learners and Veterans

Danny Gourley presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, May 3, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Danny Gourley, Terry Langley, and Tiara Murphy.

Board Meeting - May 7

The meeting of the Officers and Directors will be 6:00 PM Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at the Tracy Stallings Community Center.

The Tracy Stallings Community Center

First Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Officers, Directors, Committee Chairs, and New Members should attend to qualify for the permanent badge.

Herald's Report May 3

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on May 03, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Cookout for Council for the Aging

Thanks to the volunteers who assisted with the Spring Picnic !

STAR NEWS Coverage

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club wasresponsible for cooking hamburgers for the Senior Citizens at the annual "Spring Fling" a the East Carrollton Recreation Center on Thursday, May 2, 2019.

Countdown: Only 365 days until the next one ?

May Milestones

May Birthdays

12	Isabel Miles
19	Bob Harker
21	Bruce Daniel
31	Travis Thomaston

May Anniversaries

1	Joe & Susan Tarshis
6	Clint & Erin Backsttom
8	Matt & Isabel Miles
29	Bo & Kelly Bass
29	Craig & Jule Williard

West Georgia Habitat for Humanity

Jennifer Shunn spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, April 26, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club. She is the Executive Director for West Georgia Habitat for Humanity.

Herald's Report April 26

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Apr 26, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club met for breakfast on "Good Friday" - April 19, 2019.

The Christian message was brought by Minister Thomasina Nicholas, an Army Veteran and seven year minister at Bethlehem Temple.

photo: Minister Thomasina Nicholas and Kiwanis V.P. Clint Backstrom.

Breakfast Meeting on Good Friday

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club will meet for breakfast on "Good Friday" - April 19, 2019.

The Christian message will be brought by Jerry Boykin.

Kim Jones - Community Foundation

Kim Jones presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, April 12, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Kim Jones and Terry Langley

Georgia Student Leadership

Kiwanians

I would like to thank you for your support with the First 2019 Georgia Kiwanis Student Leadership Retreat Covington, Ga. The experience was Phenomenal!

In just a few days our Pilot 1-DAY event will be kicking off. This event, especially open to students in and around the surrounding the Sharpsburg, Ga community; (As a matter of convenience and being considerate of commuters).

High School Seniors that wish to receive a Leadership Certification before their 2019 high school graduation should register for this event by close of business, Thursday, April 11, 2019

http://www.georgiakiwanis.com/april-2019-div-3.html

Two months notice/Two days notice: I believe in Kiwanis!

Many students are on Spring Break, so they are available to conclude their Spring Staycation with a 1-Day leadership training event with a certification.

The Georgia District Kiwanis continues to make waves and strives to make leaders with another Georgia District Kiwanis Student Leadership

1-DAY Retreat Pilot Program.

The One Day event will be held THIS Saturday, April 13. 2019

Central Christian School

3613 Hwy 34 East

Sharpsburg, GA.

9 a.m.. - 5 p.m..

$25 per student (14-19) years old currently registered in an ANY academic environment.

Snacks & Lunch will be provided

http://www.georgiakiwanis.com/april-2019-div-3.html

***Print, sign and bring all documents to REGISTRATION with the exception of the Principal's Letter.

This event is open to ALLLLLLL divisions. Division 3 is the Pilot location.

There is still space available, however, registration will close soon.

Kids still need Kiwanis.....to make them aware of Kiwanis events! Kids still need Kiwanis' moral and spiritual support. Call a school; call a friend.

Family, beginning the year 2019, the Georgia District Kiwanis is initiating with BOLDNESS & Accountability the training up of children in the way that they should go; in order to become LEADERS. That means "NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND. (Hilary Clinton)

No Excuses, just Positive Results for our children. Keeping our pledge is keeping our promise!

Have an AWESOME day on purpose!

I love being a Kiwanian! I know that you do too!!!

Linda Robles

SLP Chair

Southeastern Quilt Museum

Marilyn Hubbard presented a program on the Quilt Museum to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday April 5, at Sunset Hills Country Club. Marilyn's father is Ellis Merrell, a charter member of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club. In memory of her father, she wore his Hixson Medalion and Kiwanis pin.

photo: Marilyn Hubbard and Terry Langley

April Interclubs

Posted by Mitch Clifton on Apr 10, 2019

Here is some information about Inter-Clubs scheduled for the month of April:

Carrollton Golden-K, Wednesday, April 17, 9 am, Carrollton Presbyterian Church.

Please let me know if you can attend.

Also, our 2019 Division Rally will be held in Rockmart on Friday, April 19 at 7 pm. Attending this Rally also counts as an Inter-Club visit. Please let Jenny know if you will be attending the Division Rally.

Thanks,

Mitch Clifton

770-832-9431

678-673-7059

mclifton@westga.edu

Board Meeting - April 2

The meeting of the Officers and Directors will be 6:00 PM Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at the Tracy Stallings Community Center.

The Tracy Stallings Community Center

First Tuesday, April 2, 2019

Officers, Directors, Committee Chairs, and New Members should attend to qualify for the permanent badge.

Paula Burke - Extension Agent

Paula Burke, Carroll County Extension Agent, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 30, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Paula Burke and Terry Langley

April Milestones

April 10	Dan Lewis
April 11	Blair Watkins
April 25	Robert Carter

Anniversaries

April 2	Dr. Luke and Suzanne Durham
April 21	Suzy and Jeremy McCorkel
April 21	Stuart and Camille Yahm
April 24	Matthew and Melanie Clay

Georgia Kiwanis Student Leadership Retreat

Once again, our magnificent Linda P Robles has led the Georgia Kiwanis Leadership Retreat.

Good Job Linda !

Front Row: Probably tired, definitely seated: Darryl Gumz and Linda Robles.

Great Job Again !

Tanner Foundation - Dawn Duncan

Dawn Duncan from the Tanner Foundation spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 22, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Dawn Duncan, Tanner Foundation and Cathy Farley, Kiwanis President-Elect.

Herald's Report March 22

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Mar 22, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

March Milestones

Birthdays

04	Nancy Dixon
04	Dr. Luke Lipham
05	Jessie Thompson
12	Mr K Kakade
16	Jay Willis
26	W.H. Smith
29	Paul McDaniel
31	Jenny Ingram

Anniversaries

17	Dan & Penny Lewis
20	Wayne Korbl & Amber Smallwood
21	Tim & Shelly Martin
21	Chapman & Andrea Rackaway

Carrollton Police Bicycle Patrol

Officer Michael McDowell and Sgt. Daniel Cole presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 15, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club. The men keep the Greenbelt safe and patrol the city streets, and establish relationships with the citizens of Carrollton.

photo: Sgt. Cole, Officer McDowell, and Sheriff Langley

Reception for Scott (and Karen) Lingrell

UWG is hosting a reception for Scott Lingrell; from 2 - 4 PM on March 18 at the Campus Center Ballroom.

Come say "Congratulations" and "good-bye" to these two former Carrollton Kiwanians who will soon be moving to Statesboro, Georgia.

Herald's Report April 5

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Mar 15, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Herald's Report March 15

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Mar 15, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Student Leadership Retreat

Posted by Linda Robles (Ro-Bless) on Mar 13, 2019

A reminder of the Student Leadership Retreat: (formerly called "Key Leader")

March 22 - 24.

Click here for more information.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Carroll County

Ruth Holder, Director of the local Boys and Girls Clubs , presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 10, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club . The Carroll County Boys and Girls Clubs are not now meeting at the facility on Highway 113 recently vacated by Southern Hills Christian Church.

Photo: Ruth Holder and Cathy Farley, Kiwanis President-Elect.

Herald's Report March 8

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Mar 08, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Probate Judge - Edie Haney

The newly sworn-in as Probate Judge; Edie Haney, presented a program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 1, 2019.

photo: Probate Judge Edie Haney and Sheriff Terry Langley; President of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club.

Herald's Report March 1

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Mar 01, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

On Friday, March 1, 2019, members of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club will "Blitz" all Elementary Schools in the area and read to selected groups of students. This reading celebrates the birthday of Theodor Geisel; A.K.A. Dr. Seuss.

Thanks to all the vulunteers who dedicate their time for children.

March of Dimes

Karla Starling presented the program on the Local March of Dimes effort to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday 22, 2019 at Sunset Hills County Club.

photo: Carla Starling and Terry Langley

Governor's Visit

Kiwanis Governor Debbie Brilling visited Carrollton on Friday, February 22, 2019. She and the International Trustee for Georgia, Charles Gugliuzza, have been making visits all around the state.

photo: Carrollton Kiwanis President Terry Langley, Governor Debbie Brilling, Lt. Governor Jerri Purdy (from Rockmart), and Trustee Charles Gugliuzza.

Upcoming InterClubs

Heard County, Thursday, March 14, 6 pm

Please contact me if you are interested in participating .

Thanks,
Mitch Clifton 770-832-9431 678-673-7059
mclifton@westga.edu

Herald's Report February 15

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Feb 15, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Katrina Baranko - Kiwanis International Trustee

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club was fortunate to host the Kiwanis International Trustee from Georgia on Friday, February 15, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club in Carrollton, Georgia.

Mrs. Baranko is scheduled to serve three years as Trustee before we start the rumor that she should advance to Kiwanis International President.

photo (l to r) Katrina Baranko from Albany Georgia, and Clint Backstrom, Carrollton VP for Programs.

Printers Ale

Dylan Beumont and David Burton presented the "Printers Ale" program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, February 8, 2019.

photo: Dylan Beaumont and David Burton

New Member - joe Tarshis

Welcome New Member Joe Tarshis !

Joe is sponsored into the Kiwanis Club by John Hinman. Richard Dixon conducted the "swearing in" ceremony;

Herald's Report

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Feb 08, 2019

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Feeding Families - Julie Williard

Julie Williard presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, February 1, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Sue McGukin - Helping Hands

Sue McGukin presented a program on the Open Hands Ministry to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, January 25, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Sue McGukin and Clint Backstrom, Kiwanis VP for Programs.

Georgia's District Foundation

Georgia Carter provided the program for the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, January 18, 2019 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Georgia is serving her third term which expires on September 30, 2019 as Trustee on the Georgia District Foundation Board.

Kiwanis President Terry Langley presents the coveted Kiwanis mug to District Foundation Trustee Georgia Carter.

Dr. Mel Steely

In Memory

Dr. Mel Steely

1939-2019

The family will receive visitors at Almon Funeral Home from 5-8 PM Tuesday January 15, 2019.

Service at First Methodist Carrollton at 2:00 PM Wednesday January 16, 2019.

Kiwanians should arrive at 1:30 PM.

Kiwanis Program: "When Georgia had three Governors ?"

Hixson Fellowship

Lunch honoring Mel at Sunset Hills Country Club

January Milestones


Birthdays	Anniversaries

07 Clint Backstrom	02 Art & Jami Bower
12 Dr. Fred Richards	04 Mark & Rebecca Albertus
17 Richard Dixon	24 Robert & Cathy Kenimer
17 Jeremy Sabo	29 Bill & Pat Dees
22 Neil Weathington
23 Chapman Rackaway
26 Tim Martin
26 Rick Sears
27 Terry Langley
27 Linda Robles
29 Andrea Rackaway
30 John Bass

No Meeting - December 21 & 28

Posted on Dec 21, 2018

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club will not meet on Friday, December 21, 2018;

nor Friday, December 28, 2018.

Spend time with people that need you !

KIwanis Christmas Party - December 19

Merry Christmas !

Make sure that you are registered to attend the 2018 Kiwanis Christmas Party at Sunset Hills on Wednesday, December 19.

Sample photo from last year's event.

Don't miss the opportunity for fun and fellowship.

Gift Cards - Food Insecurity

Posted by Amber Smallwood on Dec 17, 2018

Delivering the gift cards to Central and Carrollton High Schools.

In total, the club raised $1360 (!) this year to purchase small-denomination gift cards to restaurants (Subway, Chick-fil-A, etc.) to donate to local schoolchildren who may be experiencing food insecurity over the winter holiday break. The principals are working with school counselors and social workers to distribute the donations to those most in need this season.

Santa Claus is coming to town ?

Santa will visit Sunset Hills Country Club on Friday, December 14, 2018 to give Kiwanis kids a chance to make a wish .

Make sure that Santa has a secret "cue card" to impress the kids .

How did he know THAT ?

Brandy Shirey - Carroll County CASA

Brandy Shirey presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, December 7, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Ms. Shirey is the Executive Director of Carroll County CASA. (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children)

photo: Brandy Shirey (CASA) and Clint Backstrom, Kiwanis Vice-President

New Member -

Sam Newsome inducted as a new member of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 30, 2018. He is sponsored by David Mecklin. Both are attorneys with Tisinger Vance in Carrollton. Paul McDaniel conducted the swearing-in.

photo: David Mecklin, Sam Newsome, and Paul McDaniel.

Autism Foundation

Harry Nelson presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 30, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He and his wife Becky are local leaders of the West Georgia Autism Foundation.

photo: Harry Nelson and Terry Langley

Giving Thanks on Thanksgiving

Posted by Neil Weathington on Nov 22, 2018

Not a Kiwanis project - but it's right up our Alley:

New location: The community effort to feed hot turkey lunches to the less privileged previously accomplished at the home of David and Andrea Walker has been moved this year to the Little Hawaiian's Venue on Cedar St in Carrollton Ga.

Food preparers should congregate at 7:00 AM on Thanksgiving morning.

A community effort to feed hot turkey lunches to the less privileged has in the past few years been accomplished at the home of David and Andrea Walker on Tyus Road. This year (2018) The workers and deliverers will convene at Little Hawaiian's Venue on Cedar St.

Here are some photos from years past:

Kiwanians Dr. Lok, Derick Newton, Nancy Dixon, and Neil Weathington participated in the early Thanksgiving morning activity.

photo: upper left: Ray Fulford pulls hot turkey meat from bones, upper right David Walker, white shirt and hat, Andrea on the right in a white sweater, lower left: Derick Newton brings a helper ? and lower right: Dr. Lok and Sabrina prepare plates in the assembly line.

This project was sponsored by Ray Fulford, Brad Cole Construction, and many donations from other businesses.

Moved: You don't need to drive to Tyus . This year (2018) go to Cedar Street in Carrollton Georgia.

Economic Forecast

Dr. William J. "Joey" Smith presented the Economics Forecast to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 16, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Joey Smith and Clint Backstrom

UWG Wolves - Post Season Game

Saturday, November 17, 2018

Concession Stand at UWG

Inventory begins at 8:00 AM. The Concession Stand opens for business at 10:30 for the 12:00 Noon Game : UWG Wolves vs. Wingate.

Rumor has it that Mitch Clifton and Javeese Smith have volunteered already and more assistance is needed.

Please contact Mitch Clifton (mailto:mclifton@westga.edu or 770-832-9431 ) to sign-up for a time.

The more the merrier !

D.A. Herb Cranford

John Herbert "Herb" Cranford Jr. spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 9, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Herb Cranford is the new District Attorney for the Coweta Judicial Circuit. He is also (Kiwanis Foundation Treasurer) Joe Bell's nephew.

photo: District Attorney Herb Cranford and Kiwanis President Terry Langley

Dr. Judy Butler - UWG

Dr. Judy Butler spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 2, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Dr. Butler currently serves as Chair of the Faculty Senate at the University of West Georgia. She gave a talk on "UWG and the Community."

photo: Dr. Judy Butler and Terry Langley, President of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club

Kiwanis Bowl Raffle 2018

Posted by Paul McDaniel on Nov 03, 2018

What are the chances ?

The 2018 Raffle Winners are Below:

$1,000- Richard Fiore

Recliner- Clint Backstrom

$200- Patricia Hughs

Round of Golf for 4- Terry Langley

TV- Cole Moreland

Spa Package- Randy Miller

$100- Clint Backstrom

November Milestones

Posted by Dr.. Bob Claxton on Nov 01, 2018

November Birthdays	November Anniversaries

01 Sue Horn Chappell	02 David & Melanie Lambert
02 Matthew Clay	12 Randy & Jane Miller
09 Adrian Nunn	18 Larry & Susan Deese
11 Tia Black	19 Jim & Robin Collins
11 Amber Smallwood
12 David Mecklin
18 Paul Walls
19 Robert Duffee

Kiwanis Youth Football Bowl

The 43rd Kiwanis Youth Football Bowl had its first series of elimination games on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The games on Tuesday night (October 30, 2018) will narrow the field and decide which teams will compete for first place trophies, with all eight finals to take place on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Mt. Zion High School and Central High School.

Auxiliary sites Tuesday night will host two games at Temple High School and one game at Villa Rica V-Plex. Kiwanis volunteers are needed on Tuesday night at Carrollton High School stadium, with the first game kicking-off at 6:30 PM and the second at 7:30 PM.

Thanks to field captains Tim Kilgore and Derick Newton for launching the 43rd Kiwanis Bowl off to a great start. Randy Miller will be looking for you on Tuesday night, and the field captains for the Final Games on Saturday, November 3 will be Javeese Smith and Jay Willis.

Are you ready for some Football ?

The Wolf Internet Radio

Shawn Isaacs and Michael Tucker spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 26, 2018 and presented interesting introduction to Internet Radio.

Turn the sound "on" and tune in to Thewolfuwg.com . This is not your grandfather's radio ?

photo: (left to right) Michael Tucker, Terry Langley, and Shawn Isaacs.

Tim Chapman - Carrollton Center for the Arts

Tim Chapman, Superintendent of the Arts in Carrollton, Georgia, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 19, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He updated the Kiwanis Club of news and events happening at the Carrollton Center for the Arts.

photo: Tim Chapman and Cathy Farley, Kiwanis President-Elect.

Kiwanis Foundation Supports:

In his visit to the Kiwanis Club, Tim Chapman received a check for the Carrollton Center for the Arts from the Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation.

photo: Tim Chapman and Neil Weathington, Kiwanis Chair of the Art and Music Showcase.

New Member - Bob Myers

Welcome Bob Myers to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club. Bob is sponsored by W.H. Smith and was presented the gold badge on Friday, October 12, 2018.

photo: W.H. Smith, Bob Myers, Terry Langley.

New Member - Bob Myers

Welcome Bob Myers to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club. Bob is sponsored by W.H. Smith and was presented the gold badge on Friday, October 12, 2018.

photo: W.H. Smith, Bob Myers, Terry Langley.

The Painting - Dr. Fred Richards

Realistic painter Ralph Van Pelt has captured the likeness of Dr. Richards in a recent painting.

Note: This is a photograph of a painting.

Painting by Ralph Van Pelt - October 2018.

Dr. Brent Harris, M.D.

Dr. Brent Harris spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 12, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He operates the U.S. Med Clinic at the corner of Cedar St and Bankhead Highway.

Photo: Dr. Harris and Terry Langley.

The Alzheimer's Association of Georgia

Snapper Freeman and Mia Chester provided the program for the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 5, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Freeman and Chester represented The Alzheimer's Association of Georgia.

Photo: (l to r) Snapper Freeman, Mia Chester, Cathy Farley (Kiwanis President-Elect) and Joey Key (Carrollton Kiwanian who serves on the board of the Alzheimer's Association of Georgia.)

October Milestones

Posted by Dr. Bob Claxton on Oct 01, 2018

October Birthdays	October Anniversaries

06 Smith, Brian 15 McDaniel, Angie 16 Warren, Tim 18 Carter, Georgia 23 Yarbrough, Russell	06 Angie & Paul McDaiel 08 Joey & Rita Key 10 Mike & Missy Dugan 12 Sheena & Lewis Mahomes 15 Georgia & Robert Carter 28 Blair & James Watkins _

Dr. Luke Lipham - quadruple heart by-pass

Dr. Luke Lipham is recovering - still at Emory Midtown Atlanta. He is finally eating solid food, and they are removing many tethered tubes, so that he can move into a regular room and out of the ICU unit. If anyone asks "who let the dogs out?" that answer this week would be Suzanne ?

Dr. Luke Lipham - smiling just prior to have open heart surgery. September 28, 2018.

Get Well Luke !

The Lieutenant Governors

Dr. Bob Pinckney , Lt. Governor for Division 12 (2017-2018) and Jeri Purdy, Lt. Governor for Division 12 (2018-2019) were both present at the Officer Installation in Carrollton Georgia on Friday, September 28, 2018.

Walter Zeller Fellowship

Five Members of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club were inducted into the Walter Zeller Fellowship on Friday, September 28, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club,

Jay Willis, Javeese Smith, Will Ozier, Dr. Amber Smallwood, and Bob Graf.

Hixson Fellowship 2018

Two members were honored by and inducted into the George F. Hixson Fellowhip from the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, September 28, 2018.

Angie McDaniel, President of the Club 2017-2018, and Mitch Clifton, Concession Champion and Interclub Chair, are the two newest members of Carrolltons Hixson Fellowship !

Attending members of Carrollton's Hixson Fellowship; September 28, 2018.

Central High School Key Club

We welcomed Sandy Wilson, Central High Key Club President and the K Club Sponsor, teacher Christy Bowen. Kiwanian and Central High School Principal, Jared Griffis stood proudly by as the Club thanked Sandy and the Key Club for helping us operate the concession stand at the football games.

Perfect Attendance

Perfect Attendance 2017-2018

Legion of Honor 2018

Legion of Honor Awards: (pin and certificate)

1993 Bill Erickson 25 yrs

1978 Bob Claxton 40 yrs

1978 Fred Richards 40 yrs

1973 Joe Bell, Past Lt Governor 45 yrs

Photo: Fred Richards, Bill Erickson, Joe Bell

(unavailable for photo - Dr. Bob Claxton)

Fred Richards Service Award 2018 - Dr. Bob Reeves

Dr. Bob Reeves was awarded the Fred Richards Service Award 2018 at the annual Awards Day Ceremony on Friday, September 21, 2018.

photo: Secretary Jenny Ingram, Angie McDaniel, and Dr. Bob Reeves.

Kiwanian of the Year 2018 - Jay Willis

Jay Willis is awarded "Kiwanian of the Year 2018" by President Angie McDaniel during the awards day Ceremony. As a newly-wed and Past-Presiident of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club, Jay is now serving as President of the new Heard County Kiwanis Club and has continued to work tirelessly for membership and other projects.

photo: Secretary Jenny Ingram, Kiwanian of the Year 2018 Jay Willis, and President Angie McDaniel.

Taylor Buice - The Wallace Buice Theatre Co.

Taylor Buice, grandson of Wallace Buice, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, September 14, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He shared his dream of bringing theatre to the Carrollton Community.

Photo: Taylor Buice and Kiwanis President Angie McDaniel

September 11, 2001

Remember !

Truth in Nature

The great outdoors: hunting, fishing, camping, etc...

Jeff Bell, Director of Leadership Development at Truth in Nature - spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday September 7, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. The Truth in Nature Organization has a goal of sharing Christ's Love in His Creation With Single Parent Boys.

Photo - Jeff Bell & Angie McDaniel

September Milestones

Posted by Bob Claxton on Sep 04, 2018

September Birthdays

05 Tim Kilgore
10 Kimberly Korobov
13 Jim Russell
15 Micheal Crafton
19 Art Bower
21 Bill Brewer
21 Craig Williard
22 Jonathan Hendricks

September Anniversaries

04 Ray & Bonnie Kathe
06 Micheal & Lisa Crafton
15 Christopher & Ashley Hulsey
24 Mike & Margot Washington

Montrell McClendon - District 1 Commissioner

Montrell McClendon won the special election to replace Trent North as the Commissioner for District One on the Carroll County Board of Commissioners. McClendon, who also serves as Vice-Principal at Carrollton Elementary School and serves as an Elder at Southern Hills Christian Church, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, August 31, at Sunset Hills Country Club. Jeremy Sabo introduced Montrell McClendon and reminded the Club of the many Track and Field accomplishments from high school, and that the accomplished soprano saxophone player won the local and went on the win the Georgia District Music Showcase in 1992.

Kascia Lipford - Beyond the Front Porch

Kascia Lipford spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, August 24 at Sunset Hills Country Club. The Beyond the Front Porch program introduces under privileged kids to valuable hands-on educational experiences.

Friends of the Library

Mary Jane Davis and Bill Dees accepted a check from the Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation for the Friends of the Library in Carrollton.

Carrollton Trojans Football

Carrollton Head Football Coach Sean Calhoun brought with him to help present a program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club - the Offensive Coordinator John Cooper and the Defensive Coordinator Brian Simmons - on Friday, August 10, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

New Member - Patrick Yuran

Welcome to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club - Patrick Yuran. Patrick is the new Headmaster at Oak Mountain Academy.

photo: Angie Mcdaniel, Kiwanis President, Patrick Yuran, and Jeremy Sabo, Sponsor.

Coach Dean - UWG Football

Coach David Dean, UWG Head Football Coach, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club at Sunset Hills Country Club on Friday, August 3, 2018. As the team was due to arrive on the next day , Coach Dean spoke of the challenges and goals for the upcomoing season.

August Milestones

August Birthdays

06 JaVeese Smith
10 Ashley Hulsey
19 Mike Dugan
29 Jake Stephenson
30 Ray Kathe

August Anniversaries

06 Tim & Karen Warren
10 Woody & Angela Reeves
12 Jeremy & Janet Sabo
13 John & Emily Bass
14 JaVeese & Tomeka Smith
17 W.H. & Peggy Smith
20 Dick & Susan Ingle
22 Tim & Sandra Kilgore
24 Jim & Olivia Russell

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Rev. April McGlothin - United Methodist Children's Home

Rev. April McGlothin spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club at Sunset Hills Country Club on Friday, July 27. 2018. The United Methodist Children's Home is an official foster home for children in Georgia, where there is a shortage of foster parents. The presentation included emotional videos from the prospective of the foster child and from the prospective of the foster parent.

photo: Rev. April McGlothin and Kiwanis Past-President Jay Willis

Which way did they go ?

Notice: the August 7 Board Meeting will be held in the Conference Room at Carroll Realty and Insurance, 100 College Street, at 6:00 PM Tuesday night.

Mentoring Program

Derick Newton receives a check from the Kiwanis Foundation for the Mentoring Program.

Dr. Mike Hester - Diversity and Inclusion

Dr. Mike Hester, Coach of the award winning UWG Debate Team, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, July 20, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Dr. Hester is Executive Director of the UWG Center for Diversity and Inclusion.

photo: Dr. Mike Hester, Executive Director of the UWG Center for Diversity and Inclusion, gives statistics on the African-American Male Initiative.

Lauren Holverson - The Burson Center

Lauren Holverson spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, July 13, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. She updated the Club on the services provided by the Burson Center in Carrollton.

Photo: Lauren Holverson, Burson Center, and Sheriff Terry Langley , Kiwanis President-Elect.

Kiwanis President Mark Woelzlein

Ted Hussey, coordinator for the Camp Sweet Life/Kiwanis partnership,, will address the Columbia County Kiwanis Club on Thursday, July 12, at noon. The meeting ends at 1pm, and will be held at T-Bonz in Evans Georgia, 601 N Belair Square, Evans, GA 30809

The Kiwanis club of Columbia County meets every Thursday at noon at T-Bonz in Evans except for rare holiday exceptions.

For additional information contact club president Mark Woelzlein, 770-296-3957, MWparatrooper@Gmail.com.

Kiwanis club of Columbia County sponsors Camp Sweet life in partnership with Children's Hospital of Georgia at Augusta University, the Greenbrier and Lakeside key clubs, and several service projects in the area. This is not your father's service club, LOL.

Please reply with 'unsub' if you do not wish to receive notices regarding children and service in Columbia County

Yours in service:

Rick Berry

Club Secretary, Columbia County Kiwanis

Distinguished Past Lieutenant Governor Division 6

Kiwanis Public Affairs Division 6

Georgia District of Kiwanis international

803-426-1333

Dr. Bob Reeves - Peachtree Road Race

Dr. Bob Reeves sported his new Peachtree Road Race Shirt on Friday, July 6, 2018.

Scholastic Book Fairs

Jill Pring provided the program for the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, July 6, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. She has been with Scholastic Book Fairs since 2008. The Scholastic program has been in coopreration with Kiwanis International to encourage childhood literacy. Mrs. Pring brought with her Donna J Happach, a retired elementary school teacher, whose "retirement hobby" was earning her PhD at the University of South Carolina.

Jill Pring and Dr. Donna J Happach, Scholastic Book Fairs

July Milestones

Posted by Dr. Bob Claxton on Jul 02, 2018


July Birthdays 02 Dick Ingle 03 Will Ozier 05 John Hinman 07 Dwain Mathis 10 Mel Lambert 10 Candy Rader 11 Greg Dishman 14 Jimmy Tuggle 18 Bob Claxton 20 Mitch Clifton 21 Jared Griffis 21 Matt Miles 24 Harris Johnson 25 Jim Collins 28 Bill Dees 31 Merrill Folsom		July Anniversaries 01 Neil & Lynn Weathington 05 Fred & Anne Richards 10 Rick & Cindy Sears 17 Jesse & Mitzi Thompson 28 Adolfo & Amy Velasquez

Sheriff's ACE Unit - Shane Spradlin

Shane Spradlin presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 29, 2018. The Sheriff's Office and the Carrollton Police Department created the Aggressive Crime Enforcement (ACE) Unit to rapidly deploy investigators in suspected drug and other criminal cases.

photo: Sheriff Investigator Shane Spradlin and Deputy Jonathan Limbaugh

Tasheka Dobbs - Carrollton HeadStart

Tasheka Dobbs from Carrollton Headstart spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 22, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Tasheka Dobbs and Angie McDaniel

Cynthia Langley - Communities in Schools

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club proudly supports Communities in Schools. Cynthia Langley visited on Friday, June 15, 2018 to receive a support check from the Kiwanis Foundation .

Ken Krauter - Republic Resolution

photo: Ken Krauter and Angie McDaniel

Ken Krauter presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He gave a history lesson to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on efforts to get signatures from the Georgia Legislative Houses on the "Republic Resolution".

Interclub News

Posted by Mitch Clifton on Jun 12, 2018

Information on upcoming Inter-clubs:

Inter-Club to the Villa Rica Kiwanis Club for a noon meeting on Tuesday, June 26 (meeting in Temple on the 26th).

Dr. Kyle Marrero - UWG

Dr. Kyle Marrero narrated a slide presentation detailing the excitement of academics and facilities and upcoming news and events at the University of West Georgia.

photo: Dr. Kyle Marrero, President of the University of West Georgia , and Angie McDaniel, President of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club.

Bill Erickson - Israel

Renaissance Man Bill Erickson provided the program for his Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 1, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He presented a slide show of his recent trip to Israel.

photo: Bill Erickson and Angie McDaniel

June Milestones

June Birthdays

03 Lok Lew Yan Voon
05 Mike Renfrow
11 Bo Bass
11 Woody Reeves
13 Derick Newton
13 Lacey Robinson
18 Mark Albertus
23 Jim Carter
26 Richard Fiore
29 Mike Washington
30 Shawn Skalin

June Anniversaries

05 Ernest & Doris McClendon
09 Will & Angelika Ozier
10 Jimmy & Linda Tuggle
12 Jake & Julia Stephenson
19 Bill & Marcy Brewer
20 Dusty & Christina Hightower
25 Rick & Sally Tillman
26 Johnny & Alison Tanner
27 Merrill & Nanette Folsom
27 Jared & Melissa Griffis

The Eliminate Project - John Holley

John Holley, Chairman of the Eliminate Project for the Georgia District, gave a progress report to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, May 25, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Kiwanis International has set a goal to eradicate worldwide Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus (MNT). Fifteen third world countries need help.

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club pledged to qualify as a Bronze Level Club in the project, and is well on the way of meeting the goal. Much work remains to be done on the state level, as only 52 of the 146 Kiwanis Clubs have made a pledge towards the Eliminate Project.

photo: John Holley and Kiwanis President-Elect Terry Langley

Parks and Recreation

Peter Maierhofer and John Layng visited the Kiwanis Club to receive a check from the Kiwanis Foundation. John and the other personnel help make the annual Kiwanis Bowl a success.

photo: Peter Maierhofer, Terry Langley, John Layng

Center for the Arts

Renee Deese visited from Carrollton's Center for the Arts to receive a check from the Kiwanis Foundation.

The city of Carrollton hosts the Kiwanis Art and Music Showcase every February.

Neil Weathington, Showcase Chair, and Renee Deese, Box Office and Service Technician for the Center for the Arts.

Maria Rivadeneira - 9th Grade Villa Rica

Congratulations to Maria Rivadeneira, ninth grade art student at Villa Rica High School. Her watercolor painting titled "Better to Speak" placed second place for ninth grade in the Kiwanis State of Georgia Art Finals held at Lee County High School in Leesburg Georgia on April 28, 2018. The painting won honorable mention in the Carrollton Kiwanis Art show in February and represented the Carrollton Kiwanis Club in the state final juried art show.

photo (L to r) Neil Weathington, Kiwanis Art and Music Showcase Chair; Carl Jordan, Art Teacher, Villa Rica High School; Maria Rivadeneira, ninth grader Villa Rica High School; Dr. Bob Pinckney, Carroll County School Board Member and Kiwanis Lieutenant Governor for Georgia Division 12.

Brandon Shaver, Certified Nurse Anesthetist

Anesthesia -

Brandon Shaver provided the program for the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, May 25, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He is a certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.

Brandon Shaver and Terry Langley

In memory - Linda's granddaughter

The memorial service arrangements for Linda's granddaughter, A’Riyah GraceAnne Bynum, are below.

A'Riyah GraceAnne Bynum; 6 mo.

[October 21, 2017-May 8, 2018]

Service Time

Thursday, May 17, 2018

12 noon - 1 p.m. Friends & Family Viewing

1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Memorial Service

Watkins Funeral Home Carrollton Chapel

602 Newnan Rd.

Carrollton, Ga. 30117

Donations of food and care gifts can be delivered to 114 Sims Street, Carrollton next to the Carroll County Tax/Tag Office (Sims Street Intersects with N. White St.), prior to the home going event.

Lemonade for ELIMINATE

Clever title for fundraiser supporting the Eliminate Project. The OMA kids raised $1,455.37.

Brooke Taylor, Jackson Pike, Griffin Keller, Zavier Greene, Charlie Garrett.

Anna Robinson - Key Club Scholarship

Congratulations to Anna Robinson, Senior at OMA and recipient of the Key Club Scholarship:

John Hinman - Solarize Carrollton

John Hinman provided the program to his Kiwanis Club on Friday, May 11, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Solarize Carrollton-Carroll is solar energy bulk-purchasing program that allows homeowners, business, and non-profits in Carrollton to save on the cost of solar - the more that participate, the greater the savings.

photo: Angie McDaniel, Kiwanis President, and John Hinman, representing Solarize Carrollton-Carroll, GA.

Bowdon Charter Members

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Bowdon Charter Members: Front row (left to right) John Stone, Elaine Stone, Pamela Smith, Jan Johnson, Juanita Edwards, Julia Fordham, Terry Langley,Jan Gibbs, Bill Fordham...

Row 2:Dave Smith,Richard Dixon, Dr. Robert Pinckney, Judy Mc Whorter, Keith West....

Bowdon Kiwanis

STEM Scholars

Dr. Mark Albertus, Superintentent of the the Carrollton City Schools, facilitated the program for his Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, May 4, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He introduced a group of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) students who are involved in Southwire's Engineering Academy (SWEA).

photo: David Brooks, CHS Principal, Angie McDaniel, Kiwanis President, and Dr. Mark Albertus, Superintentent.

Board Meeting - (June 5, 2018)

First Tuesday !

The Board Meeting has been scheduled for 6:00 PM on June 5 at the Tracy Stallings Community Center .

Officers, Board Members, Committee Chairs, and new members needing the blue badge should attend.

First Tuesday, June 5, 2018

May Milestones

Posted by Dr. Bob Claxton on May 01, 2018

May Birthdays

06 Jared Holley

09 Mel Steely

19 Bob Harker

31 Travis Thomaston

May Anniversaries

05 John Hinman & Kathryn Grams

06 Clint & Erin Backstrom

08 Matt & Isabel Miles

12 Robert & Beth Graf

16 Jared & Harriett Holley

19 Travis & CeAndra Thomaston

28 Tommy & Debra Cook

28 Richard & Amy Fiore

29 Bo & Kelly Bass

29 Craig & Julie Williard

Norman Adkins - Southwire

Mr. Norman Adkins spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, April 27, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Mr. Adkins has been the President of the Construction Systems & Solutions Group at Southwire Company, LLC since March 2016. Before that, he served as Executive Vice President and President of Electrical Division at Southwire Company, LLC until March 2016 and served as its President of OEM Division for Southwire Company since 2005 and also served as its Senior Vice President. Mr. Adkins holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Virginia Tech. in 1986 and an M.B.A Finance and international business from Stern school.

And the Nominations are Closed !

Posted by randy miller on Apr 23, 2018

The nominating committee (of Joe Bell, Jay Willis, Will Ozier, Jim Collins, and Randy Miller) placed the following names in nomination:

Board of Directors 2017-2019

Javeese Smith

Blair Watkins

Dale Williams

Board of Directors 2018-2020

Dr. Lok

W.H. Smith

Johnny Tanner

The committee thanked the Directors who have finished the two year term:

Bill Erickson

Paul McDaniel

Bob Reeves

Executives:

President Terry Langley

President-Elect Cathy Farley

Vice-President Clint Backstrom

Secretary Jenny Ingram

Treasurer Jeremy Sabo

Foundation Treasurer Joe Bell

Martha Boyce - Women's Shelter

Martha Boyce presented an update on the Women's Emergency Shelter to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, April 20, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Martha Boyce and Angie McDaniel, Kiwanis President

Madison Reed - Col. Frank Jones Scholarship

Madison Reed thanked the Kiwanis Club on Friday , April 20, 2018. She is the recipient of the Kiwanis Scholarship given in memory of Col. Frank Jones.

photo: Angie McDaniel, Kiwanis President; Madison Reed; Nichole Fannin, UWG Executive Director of Development

Russell Yarbrough - new member

Russell Yarbrough was inducted into the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, April 13, 2018. Jay Willis conducted that swearing in.

Carrollton City Schools supports Kiwanis Bowl

Dr. Mark Albertus receives a check for the Carrollton City Schools from the Kiwanis Foundation in appreciation for the use of football stadium during the annual Kiwanis Youth Football Bowl.

Judge Dustin Hightower

Judge Dustin Hightower presented a program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, April 13, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. The "Drug Court" program helps to place offenders in better treatment, and the court currently seeks mentors to assist.

Alice's House

Kiwanis President Angie McDaniel supplied the program for the club on April 6, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. She presented an update on the work at Alice's House.

Governor's Rally

Posted by Neil Weathington on Apr 09, 2018

Lt. Governor Bob Pinckney has invited all Kiwanis Clubs in Division 12 to rally around Governor Juanita Edwards:

6:30 PM Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Fairfield Plantation.

InterClub at Fairfield

Posted by Mitch Clifton on Apr 09, 2018

Please e-mail Mitch Clifton if you can attend an InterClub meeting with the Fairfield Club on April 17, 2018.

April Milestones

Posted by Dr. Bob Claxton on Apr 03, 2018

April Birthdays

10 Dan Lewis
11 Blair Fox Watkins
25 Robert Carter

April Anniversaries

01 Lok & Sabrina Lew Yan Voon
02 Luke Lipham & Suzanne Durham
18 Patrick & Nicole Dillon
21 Jeremy & Suzy McCorkel
21 Stuart & Camille Yahm
24 Matt & Melanie Clay

Breakfast Meeting on Good Friday

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club met for breakfast on "Good Friday" - March 30.

The Christian message was brought by "The Real" Will Smith.

UWG Alumni Relations

Denise King-Perdue, Assistant Director of UWG Alumni Relations, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 23, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. She gave a preview of the upcoming travel opportunity centering on Florence, Italy. Allyson Bretch, Director of UWG Alumni Giving, spoke about the A-Day campaign planned for October.

Photo: Allyson Bretch, Denise King-Perdue, and Kiwanis Vice-President Cathy Farley

Campus Outreach

Ben Weber - Campus Outreach

Campus Outreach

Ben Weber, Area Director for Campus Outreach at the University of West Georgia and Berry College, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 16, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Top photo: Ben Weber and Kiwanis President Angie McDaniel

He introduced two leaders: John Hurst (football player) and Drake Childress. (campus tour guide)

March Milestones

Posted by Dr. Bob Claxton on Mar 12, 2018

March Birthdays

04 Nancy Dixon
04 Robert Graf
04 Luke Lipham
06 Sheena Mahomes
06 Jesse Thompson
12 Ashok Kakade
15 Robert Kenimer
16 Jay Willis
24 Ernest McClendon
26 W. H. Smith
28 Dale Williams
31 Jenny Ingram

March Anniversaries

17 Dan & Penny Lewis
19 Lacey & Fran Robinson
20 Wayne Korbi & Amber Smallwood
21 Tim & Shelley Martin
21 Chapman & Andrea Rackaway
24 David & Kay Mecklin
27 Jack & Bonnie Whitman
29 Paul & Angie McDaniel
30 Kenny & Jenny Duke

New Member Orientation

Kiwanians,

First off congratulations on being named a distinguished club. We were able to achieve this because of your service and bringing in new members throughout the year. Terrific job everyone! Now let's do it again this year and please bring a guest to this Friday's meeting.

Also Tuesday night at American Pie is a new member orientation. We will start at 6:30 p.m. & have pizza for dinner so come hungry. If you plan to attend and have not already sent an RSVP please let me know. I look forward to seeing you Tuesday night.

Jay Willis

Ember Bentley - Forestry Foundation

Ember Bentley presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 2, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Formerly a part of Georgia's First Lady's staff, now Mrs. Bentley represents the Georgia Forestry Foundation.

Photo: Ember Bentley and Kiwanis President Angie McDaniel.

Books dedicated in memory of Frank Fidler

The family of Frank Fidler visited and were presented Dr. Seuss books dedicated in memory of Frank and his contribution to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club.

InterClub - Douglas County

Posted by Mitch Clifton on Mar 03, 2018

Our next Inter-Club is scheduled for Friday, March 16 with the Douglas County Kiwanis Club, meeting at noon at the Irish Bred Pub in Douglasville. We need to leave Carrollton by 11:15 am to make this meeting. If you can attend, please contact Mitch Clifton at:
770-832-9431
678-673-7059
mclifton@westga.edu

Reading in Memory of Dr. Seuss

Theodor Seuss Geisel (1904 - 1991) was an American author, political cartoonist, poet, animator, book publisher, and artist, best known for authoring more than 60 children's books under the pen name Doctor Seuss. Dr. Seuss is the ninth-best-selling fiction author of all time (estimated 500 million copies sold.)

Members of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club will blitz the local schools and read to children on the anniversary of the birth of Dr. Seuss on March 2. Books will be given to participating children.

Carrollton's City Station

Kirby Butler presented to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, February 23, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club - the master plan of the community center to be known City Station in Carrollton, Georgia.

photo: Shannon Lovelady, Kirby Butler, and Kiwanis President Angie McDaniel.

Pageant at Carrollton Nursing ahd Rehab Center

Mrs. Wilma Riddle was crowned Queen at the Pageant at Carrollton Nursing and Rehab on Thursday, February 22, 2018. Mrs. Wendy Huff won First Runner-up and Mrs. Mila Worthan won Second Runner-up. Dr. Fred Richards served as Master of Ceremonies for the evening. Members of the men's soccer team from Central High School served as escorts along with several members of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club.

Photo: seated Queen Wilma Riddle, First Runner-up Wendy Huff, and Second Runner-Up Mila Worthan. Standing Greta Ayers, Dr. Fred Richards, Janice Fisher, Dr. Luke Lipham, Dale Williams, Neil Weathington, William McJury, Levi Cochran, and Nick Potts.

Latoya Gamble - Heaven in Your Home

Posted on Feb 16, 2018

Latoya Gamble presented a program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, February 16, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. She also brought cupcakes to share with the audience.

Muisc Scholarships

Music Competition

Albert Shin, Senior at Bremen High School, won first place and was awarded a scholarship of five hundred dollars in the music competition for his violin performance of Praeludium and Allegro by Fritz Kreisler. He was accompanied on piano by his younger sister Yujean Shin; in the seventh grade at Bremen. Albert will represent the Carrollton Kiwanis Club in the Georgia (District) finals in Leesburg, Georgia on April 28, 2018.

Justin Shin, Freshman at Bremen High School, won second place and was awarded a scholarship of four hundred dollars in the music competition for his piano performance of Revolutionary Etude, Opus 10, No. 12 by Chopin.

Cameron Applegate, Senior at Temple High School, won third place and was awarded a scholarship of three hundred dollars in the music competition for her unaccompanied flute performance of Ah, vous dirai-je mamam; (variations on a French children’s song) arranged by Charles Henry Nicholson.

Adrian Galbraith, Sophomore at Temple High School, won fourth place and was awarded a scholarship of two hundred dollars in the music competition for his flute performance of Gigue by Jean-Marie Leclair, l’aine (arranged by Georges Barrere). He was accompanied on piano by Elisa Lyle.

Rachel Skinner, Junior at Carrollton High School, won fifth place and was awarded a scholarship of one hundred dollars in the music competition for her soprano performance of Widmung by Robert Schumann. She was accompanied on piano by Brenda Sue Holcombe.

A total of eighteen acts competed for scholarships in the juried music competition at the Carrollton Center for the Arts on Sunday night, February 11, 2018, where a total of $ 1,500 were awarded to high school musicians.

Art Scholarships

Photo: Emily Zuniga, Morgan Collins, Abigal14e Sadler, Christian Mitchell, and Angie McDaniel; Kiwanis President.

Art Competition

Emily Zuniga, Senior at Mt. Zion High School, won “Best in Show” and was awarded five hundred dollars scholarship in the juried art competition for her collage titled “Cat Torn Apart”.

Morgan Collins, Senior at Central High School, won First Place and was awarded four hundred dollars scholarship in the juried art competition for her carving titled “Hard Edges”.

Abigale Sadler, Junior at Central High School, won second place and was awarded three hundred dollars scholarship in the juried art competition for her painting titled “Rise”.

Christian Mitchell, Junior at Villa Rica High School, won third place and was awarded two hundred dollars scholarship in the juried art competition for his oil/acrylic titled “Philophonia”.

Christy Cross, Junior at Mt. Zion High School, won fourth place and was awarded one hundred dollars scholarship in the juried art competition for her ceramic piece titled “A Second Chance”.

A total of 146 entries competed for scholarships in the juried art competition at the Carrollton Center for the Arts on Sunday night, February 11, 2018, where a total of $ 1,500 were awarded to high school artists from the Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation.

Clay Tippens (R) for Governor

Bowdon Kiwanis Club

The next organizational meeting of the Bowdon Kiwanis Club will be at 6:30 PM on February 20 at the "Smokin' Pig" restaurant in Bowdon.

New Member Orientation

The next New Member Orientation will be 6:30 PM on March 13 at the American Pie Pizzaria. Craig Williard will conduct the training.

February Milestones

Posted by Dr, Bob Claxton on Feb 02, 2018

February Birthdays

03 Stuart Yahm
05 Bill Erickson
08 Patrick Dillon
08 Johnny Tanner
19 Cathy Farley
21 Jackie Bridges

February Anniversaries

04 Joe & Patricia Bell
08 Harris & Connie Johnson
18 Terry & Cynthia Langley

Kiwanis Key Leader

Georgia Key Leader

Linda Robles provided the program for her Kiwanis Club on Friday, February 2, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club. She is taking on a big job next year and will serve as Georgia District Key Leader Chair.

The Key Leader Weekend is March 23 - 25 for 2018.

Paul McDaniel - Forestry

Paul McDaniel presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, January 26, 2017.

Art and Music Showcase Sponsors

Posted by Neil Weathington on Jan 23, 2018

While the Carrollton Kiwanis Club is accepting applications for entry in the Music Showcase, the Kiwanis Foundation is currently accepting commitments for sponsors of the local show on February 11, 2018.

Sponsor Levels:

$ 500 Producer

$ 250 Award

$ 100 Program

$ 50 Club

$ 25 Benefactor

Please make checks payable to Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation and submit by January 26.

Stuart Yahm

Stuart Yahm provided the program for his Kiwanis Club on Friday, January 19, 2018 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Stuart and Camille Yahm

Stuat Yahm pictured here with the answer to the question - "why did you move to Georgia?"

New Member Travis Thomaston

Posted by Jenny Ingram on Jan 19, 2018

Welcome new member Travis Thomaston. He grew up in Carrollton and graduate of Carrollton High School.

He has taught, been assistant principal, and now principal - all within Carrollton City Schools. (He is currently the principal of Carrollton Jr High School.)

His sponsor is Dr. Mark Albertus. Past-Presdent Craig Williard conducted the swearing-in ceremony.

photo: Kiwanis President Angie McDaniel, Travis Thompson, Past-President Craig Williard, Secretary Jenny Ingram.

Need it Most

Jwanda Norman presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, January 12, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Mrs. Norman has a success story to share with the "Circles of West Georgia" organization. She is the owner of the "Need it Most" Household Management Services.

She also invited Christine Howard, Division A Director of the local Toastmasters International.

photo: Jwanda Norman and Christine Howard

Grand Marshall

Mrs. Nellie Duke and our very own Derek Newton (and family) served as Grand Marshalls for Carrollton's Martin Luther King Jr. Parade on Monday, January 15, 2018 .

Here is a photo of the Newtons out riding in Richard's convertible on a comfortable 35 degree fahrenheit day .

Pauline Gagnon - Dean's Signature Series

Pauline Gagnon, the UWG Dean of Arts and Humanities, presented the "Signature Series" to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, January 5, 2018

Photo: Dean Pauline Gagnon and Kiwanis President Angie McDaniel

New Member Induction - Jacqueline Bridges

Welcome Jascqueline Bridges, owner of Elaine's Styles and More - to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club. Membership Chair and Past President Jay Willis conducted the "swearing-in" on Friday, January 5, 2018.

photo: President Angie McDaniel, Jacqueline Bridges, Sponsor Linda Robless, Past-President Jay Willis.

Start the Year with Kiwanis

2018

Get back into the habit !

Ready. Set.

January Milestones

Posted by Dr. Robert Claxton

January Birthdays

07 Clint Backstrom
12 Fred Richards
17 Richard Dixon
17 Jeremy Sabo
19 Jennifer Smith
22 Neil Weathington
23 Chapman Rackaway
26 Tim Martin
26 Rick Sears
27 Terry Langley
27 Linda Robles
29 Andrea Rackaway
30 John Bass
31 Leila Shaver

January Anniversaries

02 Art & Jami Bower
04 Mark & Rebecca Albertus
24 Robert & Cathy Kenimer
29 Bill & Patricia Dees

January Milestones

January Birthdays

07 Clint Backstrom
12 Fred Richards
17 Richard Dixon
17 Jeremy Sabo
19 Jennifer Smith
22 Neil Weathington
23 Chapman Rackaway
26 Tim Martin
26 Rick Sears
27 Terry Langley
27 Linda Robles
29 Andrea Rackaway
30 John Bass

31 Leila Shaver

January Anniversaries

02 Art & Jami Bower
04 Mark & Rebecca Albertus
24 Robert & Cathy Kenimer
29 Bill & Patricia Dees

No meeting on December 29

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club will NOT meet on December 29.

See 'ya next year !

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Thanks to Keith May for "professional" Santa photos. Password to this file is "Kiwanis".

Santa Claus is coming to town ?

Jolly Ole St. Nicholas will visit the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on December 15.

Milestones December 2017

Posted by Dr. Bob Claxton on Dec 12, 2017

December Birthdays

07 Tejal Kakade

10 Suzy McCorkel

18 Bob Watkins

19 Tommy Cook

20 Jack Whitman

23 Randy Miller

27 Greg Holcomb

28 Joe Bell

December Anniversaries

12 Bob Harker & Lori Snaith

15 Dwain & Debbie Mathis

15 Dale & Karen Williams

17 Richard & Nancy Dixon

18 Jay Horsley & Candy Rader

21 Derick & Chell Newton

21 Lopez & Adrian Nunn

26 Bill & Mary Erickson

27 Jay & Margaret Louttit

31 Mel & Nancy Steely

Peter Maierhofer - Carrollton Parks and Recreation

Peter Maierhofer presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, December 1, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. His three daughters sacrificed their normal scheduled activities to come support dear ole' dad .

Kiwanis Training - New Member Orientation

Posted by Jay Willis on Nov 21, 2017

Past-President Craig Williard conducted the training session for new members at the American Pie Pizzaria on Tuesday, November 21, 2017.

Photo: Fred Richards, Kim Holland, Kimberly Korobov, Jennifer Smith, Jay Willis, Paul McDaniel, Jesse Thompson, Jared Griffis.

Not shown in photo: Craig Williard and Neil Weathington

Bill Erickson - Travel to Tanzania

Bill Erickson presented the program to his Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 17, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Mary Erickson traveled with him to Tanzania and provided most of the photographs for the presentation.

UWG Concessions - November 25

Posted by Angie McDaniel on Nov 20, 2017

As you may have heard, the UWG football team won their game Saturday and will now host West Florida this coming Saturday, November 25th.

Kickoff is at 1:00pm so we would need 2 volunteers to arrive at the Stadium at 10:00am to verify inventory counts. The rest of the group would need to arrive by 11:00am so we are ready to serve at 11:30am when the gates open.

Please let me know ASAP if anyone is in town and available to serve. If I do not hear enough response by Tomorrow at (Tuesday) at 5pm, I will have to let the University know that we are not able to man this one.

Thank you all for all you do and sorry for the late notice!

Angie McDaniel

President of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club

Attorney Leila Shaver - Estate Planning

Estate Planning:

Attorney Leila Shaver presented the program to her Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 10, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Countdown: Only 345 Days to Kiwanis Bowl

Two Championships were claimed on November 4th.

And,

Seven Championships were decided on Saturday ! And a good time was had by all ?

Lindsey Faircloth - Souchef - Meals

Lindsey Faircloth spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 3, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. She operates a business in the space formerly occupied by Bella Coffee. Souchef offers nutritious meals for families on the go.

Lindsey Faircloth and Angie McDaniel

November Milestones

Posted by Dr. Robert Claxton on Nov 01, 2017

November Birthdays

01 Sue Horn Chappell
02 Matt Clay
03 Jim Rowe
09 Adrian Nunn
11 Amber Smallwood
12 David Meckilin
18 Paul Walls
19 Robert Duffee
24 Amy Velasquez

November Anniversaries

02 David & Melanie Lambert
12 Randy & Jane Miller
15 Greg & Amber Dishman
18 McGoo & Susan Deese
29 Jim & Robin Collins

Renet Jones - Townsend Center

Renet Jones presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 27, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Mrs. Jones is the Business Services Manager at the Townsend Center on the campus of the University of West Georgai.

photo: Renet Jones and Terry Langley

New Member - Dr. Chapman Rackaway

Dr. Chapman Rackaway, Chairman of the UWG Political Science Department, joined the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 20, 2017. He is sponsored by Dr. Amber Smallwood. Craig Williard conducted the "swearing in"

T-Shirts for Bo Baker

Dale Williams enlisted the help of Vanna White to show the T-Shirts sold for charity for youngster Bo Baker. Bo is the 18 month old son of Kevin and Dana Baker. Bo was born with auto-immune deficiencies and must make regular trips to Washington DC for treatments. A golf tournament was held and t-shirts were sold to raise money to help with the family expenses. See Dale Williams for more information.

eCore at UWG

Randy Blackmon and Karen Lingrell presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 20, 2017. Blackmon is the eCore Senior Enrollment Manager, and is responsible for enrollment services serving dual enrollment, home-schooled, military, adult learners, and traditional students. He also works with eCore and eMajor administrative teams to foster collaborative solutions across Georgia's education institutions.

Karen serves University System of Georgia's eCore and eMajor as Associate Director for Collaborative Programs on the partnerships and enrollment team.

photo: Randy Blackmon, Karen Lingrell, and Kiwanis President Angie McDaniel.

Leslie Davis - Circles of West Georgia

Leslie Davis, Coordinator of Circles of West Georgia, spoke to the Carrollton Kwianis Club on Friday 13, 20917 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Jarred Griffis,Central High School Principal, receives a check from the Kiwanis Foundation for the Key Club at Central High School.

New Members October 2017

Four new members were inducted into the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 6, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club:

From Left: Art Bower, sponsored by Lacey Robinson, Leila Shaver, sponsored by Derick Newton and Richard Dixon, Jennifer Smith, sponsored by Cathy Farley, and Johnny Tanner, sponsored by Jim Collins and Jack Whitman.

New Officers

Jay Willis (Past-President), Cathy Farley (V.P.), Angie McDaniel (President), Jenny Ingram(Secretary), Jeremy Sabo (Treasurer), Joe Bell (Foundation Treasurer. Not available for photo: Terry Langley (President-Elect)

October Milestones

October Birthdays

06 Brian Smith
15 Angie McDaniel
16 Tim Warren
18 Georgia Carter
23 Dusty Hightower
27 Kenny Duke
30 Rick Tillman

October Anniversaries

01 Carlos & Linda Robles
06 Paul m& Angie McDaniel
10 Mike & Missy Dugan
15 Robert & Georgia Carter
21 Mike & Renee Renfrow

UWG Concessions - Oct 7, 2017

Football kick-off at 2:00 p.m.

We need help with set-up beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Contact Angie McDaniel.

The Walter Zeller Fellowship

Posted by Neil Weathington on Sep 27, 2017

Four Carrollton Kiwanians were inducted into the Kiwanis Walter Zeller Fellowship: Cathy Farley, Jeremy Sabo, Bob Reeves, and Tim Warren.

Contributions are made to Project Eliminate and deserving Kiwanians are recognized and inducted into the Walter Zeller Fellowship,

Get the rest of the story from Kiwanis International !

(And forgive us when we can't resist calling the honorees , wait for it, "Zeller Fellers" ?)

Jay Willis and Linda Robles were inducted into the Kiwanis Hixson Fellowship on Friday, September 29, 2017 at Sunset Hill Country Club.

The George F Hixson Fellowship

Frank Fidler (1921-2017)

It is with sadness that we announce the death of Frank Fidler.

He was born on Columbus Day (October 12, 1921) and served as President of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club during 1962-1963.

The family will receive visitors Friday evening from 5 p.m until 7:00 p.m at Almon Funeral Home in Carrollton.

Frank's family requests that members of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club serve a honorary pallbearers and meet at the Carrollton Presbyterian Church at 10:40 on Saturday, September 16, 2017.

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Dr. Lok provided the program for his Kiwanis Club on Friday, September 8, 2017.

State Senator Mike Dugan spoke to his Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, September 1, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

The Georgia Kiwanis District Convention began with a trip to the Atlanta Braves game on Friday, August 25, 2017 .

The delegate session was held Saturday morning with Jay Willis, Angie McDaniel, and Cathy Farley as assigned voting delegates from the Carrollton Kiwanis Club. Also serving as delegates were Joe Bell, Past Lieutenant Governor, and Richard Dixon, Past Governor.

Not shown in this group photo: Jay Willis and Georgia Carter.

Mentoring Program

Derick Newton represents the Mentoring Program and receives a check from the Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation.

It's a Boy

Congratulations to Tejal and Neal Shah:

Nayal Neal Shah was born August 18, 2017

Ferst Foundation

Karen Hartley of the Ferst Foundation spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, August 18, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. The Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation has entered into a sponsorship partnership with the Ferst Foundation to help place books in hands of students.

photo: Kiwanis President Jay Willis presents the coveted Kiwanis mug to Ferst Foundation representative Karen Hartley

Friends of the Library

Mary Jane Davis, President of the Friends of the Library, and Kiwanian Bill Dees, who serves on the board of Friends of the Library, receive a check from Kiwanis President Jay Willis.

Heard County Kiwanis Club

Here we grow again.

The Heard County Kiwanis Club was chartered on Thursday night, August 10, 2017 at Heard County High School in Franklin Georgia.

Georgia Kiwanis Governor Carol Wisdom presented the charter to the new club officers. About sixty interested Kiwanians attended the ceremony and enjoyed a meal prepared by the Heard County High School Culinary Class.

Charter Members with Governor Carol Wisdom and Past Governor Richard Dixon.

photo: Carol Wisdom, President Dawn Cook, VP Greg Holcombe, Secretary Tonnie Adams, and Treasurer Kim Harper.

Steve Daniel - West Georgia Technical College

Steve Daniel, President of West Georgia Technical College, spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, August 11, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Steve Daniel and Jay Willis

Friends of the Library

Coach Dean

Coach David Dean spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, August 4, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Photo: UWG Football Coach Dean and Kiwanis President Jay Willis

August Milestones

August Birthdays

06 JaVeese Smith
10 Ashley Hulsey
19 Mike Dugan
29 Jake Stephenson
30 Ray Kathe

August Anniversaries

02 Emmanuel & Hope Udombon
06 Tim & Karen Warren
10 Woody & Angela Reeves
12 Jeremy & Janet Sabo
13 John & Emily Bass
14 JaVeese & Tomeka Smith
20 Dick & Susan Ingle
22 Tim & Sandra Kilgore
24 Jim & Olivia Russell

Tim Martin - CEMC

Tim Martin spoke to his Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, July 28, 2017. He presented gifts of a Yeti cup and EMC umbrella to the members who scored best on a quiz of EMC facts and trivia. Tm Martin served as President of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club for the 2004-2005 term.

photo: Tim Martin and Jay Willis

SLP

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club honored several dedicated teachers who help supervise the Kiwanis organizations in their schools:

Daniel Jackson presented the "Good News" of good things happening in and around Carroll County. He was guest speaker for the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, July 21, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Daniel Jackson and Jay Willis

Kiwanis 5K Run

Thanks to all the volunteers who made this event successful.

View photo album

Carrollton City Schools

The Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation presents a check to Carrollton City Schools from proceeds from the Kiwanis Youth Football bowl and appreciation for use of facilites.

photo: Kiwanis President Jay Willis presents check to Carrollton City Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Albertus,

Cathy Robinson - Mentoring

Cathy Robinson spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, July 14, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Mentoring

photo: Cathy Robinson and Jay Willis

Dixon

Dana Reeve - El Camino de Santiago

Dana Reeve spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, July 7, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. She presented a slide show of her experiences walking the El Camino de Santiago; in 2015 with her daughter and this year with her husband; Dr. Tee Reeve.

July Milestones

July Birthdays

02 Dick Ingle

03 Will Ozier

05 John Hinman

07 Dwain Mathis

10 Mel Lambert

10 Candy Rader

11 Greg Dishman

14 Jimmy Tuggle

18 Bob Claxton

20 Mitch Clifton

21 Jared Griffis

21 Matt Miles

24 Harris Johnson

25 Jim Collins

31 Merrill Folsom

July Anniversaries

01 Neil & Lynn Weathington

05 Fred & Anne Richards

10 Rick & Cindy Sears

26 Adolfo & Amy Velasquez

28 Jim & Diane Rowe

30 Bob Harker & Lori Smith

Dr. Bob Powell

The Moon's umbral (darkest) shadow will cross the continental United States on August 21, 2017, creating a coast-to-coast total solar eclipse visible to millions. This is one celestial event that people will be talking about for years to come. Carroll County will be in the path of the partial eclipse, and UWG is providing safety glasses to observe the eclipse to every student in the County thanks to a grant awarded.

Dr. Powell narrated a slide show to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 30, 2017 at Sunset Hills County Club. Dr. Powell will travel to South Carolina to study the effects of the total eclipse.

photo: UWG Astronomer Dr. Bob Powell and Kiwanis President-Elect Angie McDaniel

Something fishy about Kiwanis President

Kiwanis President Jay Willis enjoyed an adventure with a fly-in fishing trip in Canada.

Marty Smith

Marty Smith spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 23, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. The Chairman introduced Leamon Stephens, Carroll County's Finance Director, who presented highlights of the budget process of Carroll County.

photo: Leamon Stephens, Marty Smith, and Kiwanis President-Elect Angie McDaniel

Greg Holcomb

Greg Holcomb exchanged his temporary gold badge for the blue badge on Friday, June 23.

photo: Angie McDaniel, Terry Langley, and Greg Holcomb

Lynn Westmoreland

Lynn Westmoreland spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 16, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He recently retired from the US Congress after having served from 2005 to 2017.

photo: Lynn Westmoreland and Kiwanis President Jay Willis

Ricky Stilley - photography

Ricky Stilley spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, June 9, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He showed a presentation of various photographs that had been submitted for awards.

photo: Ricky Stilley and Kiwanis President Jay Willis

Post Memorial Day - Dr, Bob Reeves

Dr. Bob Reeves spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on June 2, 2017 at Sunset Hills County Club. He played a recording of a pilot who had been shot down during WWII. He also introduced Don Levans who spoke about the Veteran's Memorial Park in Carrollton.

photo: Dr. Bob Reeves and Kiwanis President Jay Willis

photo: Don Levans speaks to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club.

June Milestones

Posted by Dr. Robert Claxton on May 30, 2017

June Birthdays

03 Lew Yan Voon Lok
05 Mike Renfrow
11 Bo Bass
11 Woody Reeves
13 Derick Newton
13 Lacey Robinson
14 Margaret Louttit
17 Hope Udombon
18 Mark Albertus
23 Jim Carter
26 Richard Fiore
29 Mike Washington
30 Shawn Skalin

June Anniversaries

03 Kenny & Bretha Bryan
05 Ernest & Doris McClendon
09 Will & Angelika Ozier
10 Jimmy & Linda Tuggle
12 Jake & Julia Stephenson
19 Bill & Marcy Brewer
20 Dusty & Christina Hightower
25 Rick & Sally Tillman
27 Merrill & Nannette Folsom
27 Jared & Melissa Griffis

Teen IMPROV

Tommy Futch from Atlanta's "Laughing Matters" led the Teen Improv Group through some exercises for the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, May 26, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Tommy Futch - Teen Improv

Jay Willis presents the coveted Kiwanis Mug to Tommy Futch in appreciation for the program on May 26. The Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation also supports the Cultural Arts Center in appreciation for the benefit to the youth in the community.

Pageant at Pine Knoll

Dr. Fred Richards served as Master of Ceremonies for the Pageant at Pine Knoll Nursing and Rehab on Thursday, May 18, 2017.

Escorts: Neil Weathington, Dr. Fred Richards, Blair Lipham, Dr. Luke Lipham, and Jim Carter.

Communities in Schools

Cynthia Langley presented a program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, May 19, 2017 at Sunset Hills County Club.

The "Communities in Schools" program assists "at risk" students .

OMA Kids - Lemonade for ELIMINATE

The Oak Mountain Academy K-Kids raised $ 1,431.24 for the project Eliminate by being sponored to drink "lots of" lemonade. Kiwanis International's Eliminate Project is targeting the elimination of maternal and neonatal tetanus around the world.

photo: Izzy Fortner, Tyler Ou, Sophia Randolph, Jay Willis, Brandon Bain, Juliana (Autumn) Giebeig, Linda Robles, Lauryn Glass. Also attending but not shown in the photo: sponsoring teachers Sue Nolen, Michelle Alexander and Susie Hobbs.

Officers:

President - Autumn Giebeig

VP - Brandon Bain

Secretary - Izzie Fortner

Sgt. at Arms - Tyler Ou and Sophia Randolph

Linda Robles - Kiwanis Sponsored Programs

Linda Robles provided the program for her Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, May 12, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Linda coordinates sponsored programs and is Georgia District Chair for the Key Leader Program.

photo: Linda Robles and Jay Willis

McKinley

McKinley Shunn visited to say "Thanks!" to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club for the recent scholarship. This helped her finish UWG in three years !

The Golden Spatula Award

Kiwanian Greg Holcomb was presented the "Golden Spatula" award for his leadership in the annual Spring Fling Cookout for the Council for the Aging. He and Federal Marshall Jeff May have done an excellent job again of cooking all the burgers for the senior citizens.

Kiwanis shuttled the burgers from the pavilion to the Gym and about 400 people were fed.

Thanks to Central High School

Central High Principal Jarred Griffis receives a check from the Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation. The Kiwanis Foundation shares proceeds of the annual Kiwanis Football Bowl with supporting schools.

Local writer and financial high roller Joe Garrett spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, May 5, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Joe's new book is in print: Easy to Love: Southern Stories from the Heart.

Help Wanted - Cooks, Servers, Gophers

The Kiwanis Club will be asked to cook about 800 hamburgers for senior citizens attending the event at East Carroll Rec Center on May the Fourth (be with you). [Star Wars Fans can't help it ?]

Willing Kiwanians should appear at the East Carroll Rec Center around 9 AM on May the 4th. Just find and follow the smoke signals.

In 2016, there was a rumor perpetuated that the Federal Marshall Service and Carroll County Deputies were better cooks than Kiwanis amateurs ?

(thanks to Jeff May and Greg Holcomb for organizing !)

Cookout for Council for the Aging

May the Fourth Be With You !

Dr. Richard Ingle - Travels to India

Dr. Richard Ingle provided the program for the Kiwanis meeting on April 28, 2017 at Sunset Hills Countrty Club. He reported on his last trip to India.

Stoke - Clot Buster

Posted on Apr 26, 2017

Thanks for all the prayers and visits and calls.

The Program that Joe Bradley recently presented on stroke treatment came to life for me on Tuesday, April 18. When my symptons started, I was in the presence of some first responder fire fighters. They called 911, and I was at the Tanner ER within the 30 minute window to be given the "clot buster" treatment.

Thanks friends,

Neil Weathington

770-328-3168

The Doula

Chelsea Church spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, April 24.

She is a "Proud Doula" and assists mothers during pregancy, during the birth process, and after the child is born.

Chelsea Church, Country Club employee extraordinaire and proud Doula.

Dr. Mel Steely

FYI -

Dr. Mel Steely, who had been vacationing in the Dixie Street Bed and Breakfast, is now (not necessarily) enjoying "R and R" at "The Oaks" in Carrollton. Please keep Mel in your prayers.

Breakfast Meeting on Good Friday

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club met for breakfast on Good Friday, April 14, 2017 at 7:30AM.

Shannon Lovelady, Minister at Southern Hills Christian Church brought the message.

Thanks to UWG Circle-K

A special thanks goes out to the University of West Georgia Circle-K Kiwanis Club.

Photo: Kiwanis President Jay Willis presents a check to Tiarra Murphy from the Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation in appreciation and recognition for the help provided in the annual Kiwanis Football Bowl and in manning the Concession Stand at UWG Football games.

Bob Herriot - Normandy

Bob Herriot presented a program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday April 7, 2017 at Sunset Hills County Club. He spoke of his travels to Normandy and gave a review of the D-Day invasion and military stategies that led to allied victory.

Rhubarb Jones

Kiwanian Warren "Rhubarb" Jones (1951 - 2017)

Obituary

photo: Lynn Weathington and International Convention Chair Ellen Springer pose with Rhubarb Jones in Columbus.

Nominations

Officers:

President Angie McDaniel

President-Elect Terry Langley

Vice President Cathy Farley

Directors:

2016-2018

Bill Erickson

Paul McDaniel

Bob Reeves

2017-2019

Blair Fox

Javeese Smith

Dale Williams

Gangs in Carroll County

Sheriff Deputies Steve Stahler and Mike Wilson presented a program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club at Sunset Hills Country Club on Friday March 31. 2107. Stahler and Wilson have recently returned from a special school in Chicago for investigating gangs.

Gang violence has entered Carroll County - and law enforcement agencies are being proactive in protecting law abiding citizens.

April Milestones

Posted by Dr. Robert Claxton on Apr 03, 2017

April Birthdays

08   Scotty Burkes
10   Dan Lewis
11   Blair Fox
25   Robert Carter

April Anniversaries

01   Lew Yan Voor & Sabrina Lok
02   Luke Lipham & Suzanne Durham
18   Patrick & Nicole Dillon
21   Jeremy & Suzy McCorkel
21   Stuart & Camille Yahm
24   Matt & Melanie Clay

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Georgia Kiwanis Key Leader

Thanks to our very own Linda Robles for her efforts in a successful Key Leader Weekend.

High School Students from all over the State of Georgia were taught leadership at the FFA/FCCLA Center; 720 FFA-FHA Camp Rd, Covington, GA 30014 from Friday, March 24 through Sunday, March 26.

More to Come ! Stay Tuned !

Lt. Col Mike Washington - AF JROTC

Lt. Col. Mike Washington led the Air Force Junior ROTC cadets in a program for the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 24, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Call taker: "Emergency 911 , do you have an emergency?"

Kiwanian: "Where's lunch?"

The new Carroll County 911 Center and Emergency management center opened its doors for tour and lunch for the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 17.

Trish Orr spoke to the club on 911 operations (club members asked about the most stupid calls handled by the center) and Tim Padgett elaborated on the room used for emergency briefings. Lunch was provided by Josh McCorsley.

Bob Reeves invited all to the Irish Pub to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, and absolutely none of these events had anything to do with the anniversary celebration or Dan and Penny Lewis which occurs every March 17.

MOVED !

So you're the absent minded Kiwanian and you walk into the Sunset Hills Country Club , only to find the room empty and you're the only one in attendance. You double check your calender - confirming that the day is Friday - and faithfully eliminate the possibility that the rapture has left you behind - then you remember --

Kiwanis is meeting at the new E911 Center - behind the Ag Center.

Lunch and a tour.

The March of Dimes - Carla Starling

Carla Starling visited from LaGrange to share a program with the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 10, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. The quest to treat infantile paralysis and other diseases was originated by President Franklin D Rosevelt and finds it origins in Meriweather County Georgia. The US Dime bears FDR's image and is the appropriate symbol of the fundraiser.

(photo: Carla Starling and Kiwanis President Jay Willis)

New Member - Dr. Michael Crafton

Dr. Michael Crafton was inducted into the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, March 3, 2017. He is sponsored by Dr. Fred Richards and Dr. Richard Fiore.

Tami Meeks - Air Med Care

Tammy Meeks, Local Membership Sales Manager with Air Med Care Network spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on March 3, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club,.

photo: Tami Meeks and Kiwanis President Jay Willis

March Milestones

Posted by Dr. Bob Claxton on Mar 01, 2017

March Birthdays

04   Nancy Dixon

04   Robert Graf

04   Luke Lipham

12   Ashok Kakade

15   Robert Kenimer

16   Jay Willis

24   Lori Gonzalez

24   Ernest McClendon

28   Dale Williams

31   Jenny Ingram

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Make sure to report your attendance to Jenny if you attended the Pancake Breakfast. It appears that some members supported the event but failed to sign-in for InterClub credit.

The Episcotrailians

The three amigo hiking enthusiasts provided the program for the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, February 24, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Bob Graf, Lacey Robinson, and Craig Williard spoke about the hiking experiences of the group of guys who enjoy the "outdoors'.

Joe Chesnut - West Metro Drug Task Force

Joe Chesnut spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, February 17 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He heads the West Metro Drug Task Force, a coordinated effort from several agencies. The Task Force is headquartered in the old Martin and Hightower building on West Center Street - across from the Carrollton Police and Fire Departments.

photo: Joe Chesnut and Kiwanis President Jay Willis

Music Scholarship Winners 2017

Posted by Neil Weathington on Feb 12, 2017

Thanks to a grant from the Carroll EMC Roundup, and other generous sponsors, a total of $ 3,000 in scholarships was awarded at the Carrollton Kiwanis Art and Music Showcase on Sunday, February 12, 2017. The showcase was held at the Carrollton Cultural Arts Center.

Art Winners 2017

Posted by Neil Weathington on Feb 12, 2017

The Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation awarded a total of $ 3,000 in scholarships at the Cultural Arts Center on Sunday, February 12, 2017.

The Art Scholarship Winners

Emergency Management

Tim Padgett - Director of Carroll County's Emergency Management Team - spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, February 10, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

photo: Tim Padgett, Amy Goolsby, and Kiwanis President Jay Willis

February Milestones

Posted by Dr. Robert Claxton on Feb 07, 2017

February Birthdays

03 Stuart Yahm

05 Bill Erickson

08 Patrick Dillon

19 Cathy Farley

Rita Miller - Alzheimers

Rita Miller spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, February 3, 2017 AT Sunset Hills Country Club. She updated the Club on the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimers.

Photo: Rita Miller and Kiwanis President Jay Willis

Tanner Stoke Center

Joe Bradley spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, January 27 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Mr. Bradley is the nurse in charge of the Tanner Stroke Center, and he updated the club on urgent care for stroke victims.

photo: Joe Bradley and Kiwanis President Jay Willis

Dr. Albertus - Carrollton City Schools

Dr. Mark Albertus spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday , January 20, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. He presented artist rendering of the new three story wing that will soon become the front side of Carrollton High School.

photo: Dr. Mark Albertus and Kiwanis President Jay Willis.

New Members

Dr. Mark Albertus was inducted into the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, January 20, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Membership Chair Craig Williard administered the ceremony and sponsor Dale Williams provided reference and introduction.

Dr. Lok exchanged the temporary gold badge with the permanent blue badge. He completed the four steps to earn the blue badge:

Training, Service Project, Board Meeting, Interclub.

David Pippin - Guitar

The Carrollton Kiwanis Club was treated with the musical talents of David Pippin on Friday, January 13, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Mt. Zion K-Kids Service Project

Linda Robles and Fred and Anne Richards assisted 13 Mt. Zion K-Kids in an early morning December project. The K-Kids offered hot coffee to parents in cars that were in line delivering students to school in the morning.

Sheriff Terry Langley

Sheriff Terry Langley presented a program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, January 6, 2017 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

January Milestones

Posted by Dr. Robert Claxton on Jan 01, 2017

January Birthdays

07 Clint Backstrom

12 Fred Richards

17 Richard Dixon

17 Jeremy Sabo

22 Neil Weathington

26 Tim Martin

26 Rick Sears

27 Terry Langley

27 Linda Robles

30 John Bass

31 McGoo Deese

Santa and the kids !

The annual kid's program with Santa will be Friday, December 16, 2016 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

So that we get an accurate count, please make sure to confirm with Amber Smallwood if you will be attending, and confirm if you will have a child accompanying you to the meeting.

Photo: Oak Mountain singers from one year ago.

Stages of Life

Kiwanis Christmas Party

A night of merriment and music:

A good time was had by all !

Click here ! [Editor's note: The "Click here" works if you're on Facebook. I'm not sure where this takes you if you are not currently enrolled in Facebook. Would Kiwanians who are not on Facebook please click (there) on the blue command and send an e-mail to neil_weathington@bellsouth.net describing the results. Then I'll know. ]

Regardless - both photo albums are listed in a box on the left side of this edition. Find the two albums listed under Matthew Clay's cleverly designed Kiwanis Emblem with the red Christmas bow.

Controlling Forest Fires

Posted on Dec 01, 2016

Paul McDaniel spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, December 2, at Sunset Hills Country Club. Paul shared a slideshow of his recent trips out west and in the Appalachian Mountains with the teams from the Department of Natural Resources to control forest fires.

December Milestones

Posted by Dr. Bob Claxton on Nov 30, 2016

December Birthdays

06 Mark Woelzlein

07 Tejal Kakde

10 Suzy McCorkel

18 Bob Watkins

19 Tommy Cook

20 Jack Whitman

23 Randy Miller

27 Greg Holcomb

28 Joe Bell

photo: Bill Erickson and Jay Willis

Bill Erickson has traveled the world and demonstrated a remarkable memory of the world geography and politics that are backgrounds for the history of Islam. He spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 18, 2016 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Javese Smith - Kiwanis Bowl MVP

Javeese Smith was named MVP of Kiwanis Bowl 2016. He worked various functions in every event from beginning to the end.

Kiwanis President Jay Willis presents MVP award to Javeese Smith.

Club Raffle News

Posted by Jim Carter on Nov 18, 2016

Mel Steely seals the deal. Nets $1,782.

Words to Honor Kyle Marrero

Posted by Dr. Fred Richards on Nov 10, 2016

Knowing Dr. Marrero, Leader of the Wolf Pack, would be here to deliver a presentation, I was moved by the Muse to write some words to honor the occasion:

In a loincloth or a kilt,

or in a cap and gown,

He's the life of the party,

the Toast of the Town !

Need scholarship money ?

Call on Marrero.

For he just loves

asking for and getting that dinero.

Kyle's playful and naughty,

a cure for our chagrin.

He can surely charm an audience,

with his cheshire cat grin.

He's a singer on stage,

Not just in the shower.

Also known to shatter glass

with his operatic power.

Jane says Kyle's perfect

in his boyish, imperfect way.

She's loved him since he proposed,

dressed as a cop, sing YMCA.

But I say Kyle's not perfect

He's committed one great sin.

He didn't join our Kiwanis Club

When we invited him in.

Still, he's here with us now.

Let's forgive him and with open arms,

Welcome him to move and inspire us,

With his message and his charm.

Go West ! Go Wolves !

Dr. Fred Richards

November 11, 2016

photo: Dr. Kyle Marrero and Kiwanis President-Elect Angie McDaniel.

Dr. Marrero; UWG President; spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, November 11, 2016 at Sunset Hills Country Club.

Popular Lectures on 2016 Nobel Prizes

Posted by Dr. Lok on Nov 07, 2016

Kiwanis Bowl Raffle

Posted by Paul McDaniel on Nov 07, 2016

And the winners are :

$1,000-Shawn Skalin

Sit N Sleep Recliner- Shane Lassete

Fox Hall Sporting Clays- Greg Holcomb

Indulge Spa Package - Corey Lanier

Sunset Hills Golf- Angie McDaniel

United Community Bank $200- Jolie Miller

Bank Of North GA $100- Lacey Robinson

Here comes the Judge !

Superior Court Judge Dustin Hightower spoke to his

Carrollton Kiwanis Club on October 28 at Sunset Hills

Country Club on his experiences as a young Judge .

The Kiwanis Bowl 2016

Newsletter Banner: the best of the best: The Carrollton Trojans won the division 12A Championship .

Thanks to the many Kiwanians and friends who worked to make Kiwanis Bowl 2016 a Success.

On Saturday October 29,

Six games were played at Carrollton High School, and five games were played at Central High School.

On Tuesday, November 1,

Two games are played at each of four venues to narrow the tournament brackets down to final championships.

On Saturday, November 5, final championship games were held at the Carroll County Recreation Field and at Central High School.

Mitch Gray - Sports Memories

Mitch Gray provided anecdotes of favorite sports moments as he spoke to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 28 in the upper level pressbox of the UWG Football Stadium. The theme of Friday's program was the Kiwanis Youth Football Bowl Kick-Off.

Sheriff Terry Langley presents a check for $ 5,000 to Kiwanis President Jay Willis at the annual Kiwanis Bowl Kick-Off. The Kick-off was held in the pressbox at the UWG Stadium.

November Milestones

Posted by Dr. Bob Claxton on Oct 31, 2016

November Birthdays:

01 Sue Horn Chappell
02 Matt Clay
03 Jim Rowe
09 Adrian Nunn
11 Amber Smallwood
12 David Mecklin
18 Paul Walls
19 Robert Duffee
24 Amy Velasquez

Friday Meeting at the UWG Football Stadium

So you arrive at the Country Club and notice that there are not many cars in the parking lot. You walk into the room where the Kiwanis Club meets - but it is empty and dark. You double check your calendar - yes - it's Friday. You hopefully eliminate the rapture and the possibility that you're left behind [forever] ?

Then you realize,

They are all at the UWG Stadium.

Friday's program will emphasize the Kiwanis Youth Football Bowl and its Kick-off.

Mitch Gray will the the special speaker.

We'll see you at the Pressbox.

New Zealand - Bob Reeves

Bob Reeves provided a program for his Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 21, 2016 at Sunset Hills Country Club, and shared photos of his recent adventure to New Zeland.

New Member - Dr. Lok

Dr. Lok

Craig Williard, Membership Chair and Past-President, Dr. Lok, Dr. Ingle

Bio: Dr Lok

President Willis

Jay Willis, President of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club, gave the "State of the Club" address on Friday, October 14, 2016. Jay is obviously "fired up" about Kiwanis following his trip to Toronto Canada and after attending the Kiwanis International Convention.

Craig Williard - Immediate Past-President

Thanks Craig for a Great Kiwanis Year !

Jay Willis congratulates Craig Williard on a fine job as Kiwanis President.

Dr. Crews - Moore's Bridge

Dr. Jack Crews presented the program to the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, October 7, 2016 at Sunset Hills Country Club. Dr. Crews is a member of the Carroll County Historical Society and reported on the current Moore's Bridge Park being developed by Carroll County Parks, and research on self trained engineer and bridge designer Horace King.

photo: Dr. Jack Crews and Kiwanis President Jay Willis.

New Officers: 2016 - 2017

The Kiwanis year runs from Oct 1 through Sept 30.

Welcome the New Slate of Officers :

Lt. Gov. Bob Uglum conducting the swearing in .

October Milestones

Posted by Dr. Robert Claxton on Oct 02, 2016

October Birthdays

06 Brian Smith
12 Frank Fidler (his 96th)
15 Angie McDaniel
16 Tim Warren
18 Georgia Carter
23 Dusty Hightower
27 Kenny Duke
30 Rick Tillman

Will Ozier was inducted into the Hixson Fellowship on Friday, September 23, 2016 at Sunset Hills Country Club.