Last Division Social

Posted by Carl Brown Tue, 26 Feb 2008 15:49:18 GMT

Division Social – The turn out at our social events this year has been lousy. Last year we tried a fixed venue, at the Baker Street Pub. This year we scheduled an array of Austin’s best entertainment venues. Unfortunately attendance has continued to decline. Our next and last division social will be at 6:30pm on March 6th at the Knife and Fork Club to hear Bo Schaffer, past Kiwanis International President speak. So far 3 people have RSVP’ed. If you or your members are interested, call Gloria Hooper before March 1st to RSVP. The dinner price is $17 per person.

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Kiwanis One Day - April 5th

Posted by Carl Brown Thu, 14 Feb 2008 16:38:00 GMT

Kiwanis One Day Project

April 5, 2008

Goal

Establish the first Saturday in April as Maggie Johnson Day, an opportunity for Maggie Johnson residents, Kiwanians and local neighbors, churches and businesses to join together to undertake projects that will improve the quality of life for residents at Maggie Johnson Nursing Center.

Background

Maggie Johnson, located at 3406 E. 17th Street in Austin, TX provides a home and skilled nursing care for 50 senior and disabled residents. Most residents have very limited assets and income; rely on Medicaid to help pay for their care; and are limited to Medicaid’s $60 per month income allowance to sustain their quality of life.

Potential Projects/Activities

  1. Craft and Food Sale – Sell crafts created by Maggie Johnson residents and sell food, with proceeds distributed to nursing home residents to enhance their quality of life.
  2. Trim Shrubs in Front of Building
  3. Paint Trim in Front of Building
  4. Paint Back of Building
  5. Create Trail in Back of Building for Residents to Enjoy
  6. Repair (Reside), Calk and Paint Two Wood Utility Buildings (10x20)
  7. Install Light on Covered Patio at Rear of Building

Resources and Skills Needed

Home Depot located at I-35 and St. Johns has previously undertaken projects to benefit the residents at Maggie Johnson. Home Depot may be a source for Paint, Paint Rollers and Brushes, Calk, Wood Siding, Electrical Conduit, Electrical Cable and/or a Light Fixture. Need these skills: Gardening, Painting, Carpentry, and Electrician.

Contacts

Viola Benavides - Activity Director Maggie Johnson

Bill Witt - University Area Kiwanis

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Division Socials for February and March

Posted by Carl Brown Thu, 14 Feb 2008 16:29:00 GMT

Our next social is Tuesday February 19th at:

THE OASIS – Tuesday, February 19, 2008, 6 - 7pm Best Sunset in Texas (maybe the U.S.) + Optional Dinner and Drinks 6550 Comanche Trail (off Hwy 620), No RSVP, just Show Up

In March we have an opportunity to hear Bo Shaffer, Past Kiwanis International President speak at the Knife and Fork Club. The Austin Knife and Fork Club will meet Thursday, March 6, at the Radisson Hotel, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road, between Highland Mall and IH-35. Seating for dinner will start at 6:00 p.m. Please complete the attached reservation form, make checks payable to Austin Knife and Fork Club and mail by March 1 to: Gloria Hooper, 1806 Richcreek Road, Austin, TX 78757 or call 452-4710, if you have any questions, or a cancellation. Your check is your reservation. Meals are $17.00 (includes tax and gratuity) per member or guest. There will be no refunds if you cancel your reservations after Monday, March 3. Looking forward to seeing you on March 6. Prepaying will speed up seating on March 6th.

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