Officers

President
Dave Maloney

Pres Elect
Bill Muffi

Vice President
Mick Hickman

Secretary
Terry Proescholdt

Treasurer
Debbi Matthews

Immediate Past
President
Phil Pople

Directors

2008-2009
Charlie Mertz
Eric Gatrell

2008-2010
Joe Vitanza
Larry Fellows
Christine Semon

Committee Chairs

Community Service
Debbi Matthews

Young Children: Priority One
Ed Crawford

Sponsored Youth
Christine Semon

Public Relations
Dave Maloney

Fund Raising
Joe Vitanza

Membership Growth & Education
Frank Parker

Interclubs
Brenda Edwards

Human & Spiritual Values
Mick Hickman

Aug 4 - Board Meeting

Aug 11 - Lori Friedman - Chamber of Commerce

Aug 18 - Mike Elmaleh - Anti-Incinerator

Aug 25 - Judy Hallman - SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)

Dave's Corner by Pres. Dave Maloney

Just a word of "Thanks" to Membership Chair Frank Parker who has been doing a yeoman's job in working to increase club membership. While our membership level has remained constant for a while, I am pleased to report that elsewhere in the Capital District some clubs are seeing growth. John Tyner, Capital District Growth Team Chair, recently reported "For the 6th month in a row, we've had a positive gain over the previous month, July being +41 over our June figures. We are now at 6,512, still -166 below our October 1st figure but moving in the right direction. And it is generally because of our 1's and 2's in most clubs. Our members, the heart of our clubs, are going out and recruiting their friends. That's why our clubs are growing by 1's and 2's - it's the drips that add up to the torrential stream!" John went on to say that say that with some new clubs coming online in the month of August could add a minimum of 50 new members to the roles.

I'll be heading to Dover, DE on Aug. 21th for the annual Capital District Convention. There's still time to register. Check out the DCON web site. This year's DCON speaker program is loaded with great topics. I will attend as many as I can. Below is a list of the topics being covered. See one that is really interesting to you? Let me know, and I will do my best to attend it and bring back information for you.

What a great time we had at last month's cook out. Thanks to Joe Vitanza for organizing the event and to Ellis for covering the rental charge of the AMVET's pavilion. Great side dishes and deserts complimented Stan Webester's roasted pig which we all enjoyed. Thanks to all those who came out to enjoy the afternoon. Here is a photo album of the event. Thanks to Paul for his photos!

DCON 2009 Program Schedule

• Kiwanis 101 – This session will cover basic information about Kiwanis, the organization, and additional member orientation topics. - Tom Varner, Chair Leadership development Committee.
• District Organization – Hear a review of the reshaping initiative in the Capital District. From having Trustees, regions, less district committees, but more resources and help for the clubs and individual Kiwanians. Jim Jacobs, District Trustee
• Becoming a Club Officer – Club Leadership is critical to the well being of every Kiwanis club. What does it take to be a successful leader within your club? How much time will it take? How can I learn the skills I need to do the job? Who is there to help me? All of this and more will be discussed at this interactive session. John Tyner, Past Governor
• Communications Skills 101 – How can you communicate effectively with the members of your club? Listen to and discuss items that will make you a better communicator who will understand and be understood. Bill Butts, Chair Marketing and Public Relations
• Becoming a Kiwanis Service Leadership Programs Advisor – Every Service Leadership Programs needs a Kiwanis Advisor. Why is this position important? What do you need to know and what do you need to do as an Advisor? Joe Stankus, Key Club District Administrator
• CKI and Aktion Clubs – CKI District Administrator Aktion Clubs have a special place in the Kiwanis program. Learn how your Club, CKI, and Aktion Clubs can work together. Build an Aktion Club in your community. The Aktion Club committee is ready to assist you. Jeff Wolff CKI Administrator and Aktion Club Administrator Pam Fishback
• K-Kids and Builders Clubs – Learn how your club can get involved with the most exciting Kiwanis program that works with kids in the elementary and middle schools. K-Kids District Administrator Judy Murray and Builders Club Administrator Jen Dugent
• Key Leader – Be amazed by the latest and the greatest innovation offered by Kiwanis to grow future leaders and how you can make a difference for a student participant. Nicole McDermitt, Key Leader Chair
• Marketing Your Club – Get a virtual shopping list of ideas to promote you Kiwanis Club in the community, using newsletters and pamphlets to websites and direct mailings to businesses. Learn to “Tell Your Story” and watch your membership grow. Bill Butts, Chair Marketing and Public Relations
• Money Makes the World Go - Everybody needs it. Everybody wants more of it. People will be generous for a good cause. Kiwanis is the cause and this session will offer up some tried and true ideas to increase you club’s coffers to you can support the youth of your community.
• Defeat Death with Diversity – Do not let your Club go to the dinosaurs- Diversify through Diversity. Learn why diversity is important to the health of your Club and how to gain and increase your retention. Stephanie Dalquist, Inclusion Committee Chair
• PAES – This is a follow up from the Luncheon speaker. Learn more about PAES and have your questions ready. What is PAES? How can Kiwanis help in this effort? Bernice Oden
• Lieutenant Governors, Club Presidents meet with Governor – How has the District done so far and where do we need to go in the next two months. Tom Ganse, Capital District Governor
• Utilizing New Media to Promote Your Clubs – CKI District Administrator Jeff Wolff and Builders Club Administrator Jen Dugent
• What is Happening at Kiwanis International – New forms of clubs, club satellites, Key clubs without Sponsors, and the proposed changes to the way dues are collected. (International Counselor)
• Past Lieutenant Governors Meeting – If you are a Past Lieutenant Governor, attend your annual business meeting. How can you assist your Division? Get involved. PLG Chair Bill Hand
• Innovative Membership Initiatives – Learn how Kiwanis International is expanding upon various new and exciting club organizations. From Internet clubs to satellite clubs, many new ideas are being explored in this session. Art Riley, Past Governor
• High Impact Service – Community service is Kiwanis. Learn how you can make your community service projects “High Impact Service” projects. This will be a very interactive session. Do not miss this one. Rhonda Vrell and Brian Wilson
• Club Meetings with Impact – Learn how to turn your Kiwanis club into a team that focuses on both community and member needs. Develop techniques to make your club meetings fun and meaningful while creating a sense of fellowship among members. Past Governor Art Riley and Rhonda Vrell
• Membership Growth – Learn about the new initiatives being developed by Kiwanis International in the near future. Learn what the International Board might be proposing as to changes in membership growth strategies. (International Counselor)

Trashy Program

Recycling was the topic of the day at a recent meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick. Annmarie Creamer, Recycling Outreach Program Coordinator for the Frederick County Office of Recycling, was both entertaining as well as informative as she described Frederick County government's strategy to reduce waste and manage resources wisely. "Did you know that recycling one aluminum can saves the same amount of energy needed to power a television for three hours?" she asked. Pictured here Annmarie shares more recycling tips with club member Larry Fellows.

Deleplaine Arts Center

Margi Mott, Assistant to the Director for Public Relations at the Delaplaine Visual Arts Center in downtown Frederick, attended a recent meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick to describe the many programs offered by the center for the public's benefit. "The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center provides the Frederick region with educational opportunities and experiences in the visual arts through classes, exhibits and programs," she said. In addition to on-going exhibits, numerous classes are available including for adults, teens, and young people. Left to right, club program chair, Mick Hickman, reviews an Arts Center brochure with Margi Mott.

Club Foundation Supports SAFE KIDS of Frederick County

The Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick continued its long-standing tradition of supporting SAFE KIDS of Frederick County by recently making a $1000 donation in support of the many programs designed to reduce childhood accidental injuries and deaths in Frederick County. Staffers Nancy Boyd, Cindy Bowers and Barbara Wagner shared with club members the goals of SAFE KIDS. "The mission of Safe Kids Frederick County is to prevent unintentional injuries to children ages 14 and under, in Frederick County, through a coordinated program of public awareness, education, legislative action, enforcement and access to low cost safety products," said Cindy Bowers. "Safe Kids Frederick County is one of over 300 local Safe Kids coalitions worldwide, is led by the Health Department and Frederick Memorial Hospital, and has been offering services in Frederick County for over 10 years," she continued. The donation was made from the Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick Fund which is held at the Community Foundation of Frederick County. Pictured below are Betsy Day (CFFC Ex. Dir), Nancy Boyd, Cindy Bowers, Barbara Wagner, and Ed Crawford, club Young People Priority One Chair.

Shockley Honda Contributes to Club

Shockley Honda recently made a $200 contribution in support of club projects designed to assist the needy of Frederick County. "For nearly 30 years Shockley Honda has been a part of the Frederick County community," said General Manager/VP Michael Shockley. "We are pleased to be able to support a volunteer service organization such as the Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick," he said. Pictured (L to R) Mike Shockley presents a check for $200 to Bill Muffi, club President-Elect.