IMG_5131.JPG=Our Luncheon Speaker, W. Taylor Reveley, III, is the President of the College of William & Mary and was Dean of the Law School. He praised Kiwanians’ community service work especially as he knows it in the Williamsburg area and the emphasis on young children and young adults. Thank you for being with us.
IMG_5060b.JPG=Hugh Siggins and John Tyner show off Capital District Foundation's table promoting The Eliminate Project.
IMG_5060c.JPG=Beach Party mixer Friday night.
122.JPG=Trustee from the Heart Of Virginia region Betty Bell and her husband Past District Governor Gus Lamond
104.JPG=Kiwanis International Trustee Jane Erickson gives her official Remarks on the State of Kiwanis Internationally. International membership is UP slightly and they are pushing for all clubs to retain members and induct new members by September 30th. All SLP organizations are at RECORD membership, except CKI which is very close to a record. She stressed the important of the Eliminate Project’s success in meeting the challenge. Also how important it is to tell our story by working with the communities to introduce them to Kiwanis. Then ASK them to join.
IMG_5088b.JPG=Color Guard presents the colors at Saturday's Opening Breakfast.
171.JPG=Marianne Gabor (right) of the Fairfax Club accepts the Gov. Elect. Home Club Banner from Stacy Bruss.
IMG_5288.JPG=Outgoing officers.
IMG_5060.JPG=Your Convention leaders gathered at the beautiful ice sculpture Pineapple, the symbol for Colonial Friendship (the pineapple, not the ice) as the festivities began. From the left are Caren Schumacher, 2011 Convention Chair and Immediate Past President of the Williamsburg Club, Capital District Governor Elect Jeffrey Wolff, CKI Governor Ryan White, __________ and Capital District Governor Tom Varner. On Thursday there already was the Kiwanis Golf Tournament to support the Kiwanis International Eliminate Project and during Friday, the Capital District Board of Trustees meeting and the Capital District Kiwanis Foundation Board Meeting. Now we’re ready for some FUN, education and fellowship!
IMG_5100.JPG=A visit to Williamsburg would not be complete without an address by one of our Founding Fathers. Patrick Henry, elected Governor of the Virginia Commonwealth, portrayed by Richard Schumann, brought us back to the days of the bitter dispute between colonial Virginia and the British Crown. Politics and Freedom. Still going on: the nature of democracy.
125.JPG=Trustee from the Presidential region Dennis Grubbs and Past Lt. Governor Carla Morin
152.JPG=Out-going Capital District Sec/Treas Ellis Stroup was honored with the establishment of the annual Ellis H. Stroup Key Club Leadership Award, a $5,000 grant to a deserving member of Key Club! The first recipient is Kirsten Craig who was presented this year's Stroup Award by Past-Gov John Tyner. Pictured (L to R) are Jennifer Craig (mother), John Tyner, Kirsten Craig, Katie Craig (sister).
IMG_5117.JPG=KI Trustee Jane Erickson packed attendees in at her “Connecting with E’s” morning address. She offered many heart warming stories of how people and clubs reach out to our communities and youth by employing these “E’s”. Educate – put Kiwanis education in your meetings such as with member orientation programs. Engage – through communication. Show them that Kiwanis matters. Energy – share and inspire your SLP’s by working together on projects. Empower your members. Let them know when they do well. End on message – the Kiwanis message, not just on another ‘announcement’. This was inspiring, Jane. Sorry for a less ah high quality photo.
IMG_5248.JPG=Now a “SPECIAL Tribute, Recognition and Thank You” was made to Ellis H. Stroup, the Capital District Secretary-Treasurer for almost thirty seven years! Wow! Thirty seven years! Ellis has been the underlying strength, font of knowledge for club officers and all leadership teams. I don’t know a governor who has not benefited form his advice and support, and occasional corrections, that Ellis could give. This was due to his vast accumulated experience, international contacts and his desire to have the Capital District always succeed. He has been and is greatly respected by his fellow district Secretary-Treasurers though out Kiwanis International. The Kiwanis Club of Eastern Branch put this short tribute to Ellis. It reads: “Now the REAL Fun begins. Congratulations and Happy Retirement. Relax and enjoy it. After 35 years, you’ve earned it.”
168.JPG=Thank you, Jane and Gus, for being with us and bringing so much excitement, spirit and enthusiasm to our 93rd Capital District Kiwanis Convention.
IMG_5127e.JPG=Packing boxes with meals to be shipped overseas.
117.JPG=Division 13 Lt. Governor Amy Thorstad
IMG_5088.JPG=Natalie and Past Governor (California Nevada District) Ed Novak are having a good time. And so it went: music, dancing, eating and laughing.
132.JPG=Kiwanis International Trustee, Past Governor Jerry Peuler and his wife Judith
IMG_5127c.JPG=Patrick Henry poses with Trustee Jane Erickson and her husband, Gus, Past Gov Nebraska-Iowa District.
IMG_5265.JPG=Mark Marrow, Pastor, is also a member of two Kiwanis Clubs. He belongs to the Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg and the Kiwanis Club of Toano. His Crosswalk Community Church has growth from start up to over 1,000 members in nine years. He told stories of people in difficult circumstances and how reaching out to them can change their lives … and yours. Mark is a very dedicated man toward serving all mankind and that shines easily through with his manner and sincerity.
097.JPG=Convention Vice-Chair Carla Morin thanks luncheon speaker W. Taylor Reveley.
IMG_5129.JPG=Fellowship Luncheon is a traditional part of the Capital District Kiwanis Convention. The morning workshops are over and Tim Meyer, Lt. Governor Division 23 calls the meeting back to order after lunch. The head table is introduced, and VIPs recognized by Governor Tom. First to be recognized are DCON First Timers, then Legion of Honor members (those with 25 or more years of Kiwanis service, past lieutenant governors, Foundation members, 2011-12 District Chairs and SLP members. This is ‘fellowship’ you see and it’s nice to say hello. After the Governors Caroline and Ryan spoke, it was time for our program speaker.
126.JPG=Trustee from the Southwest Virginia region David Heppner and Pruden Knight
135.JPG=Capital District Kiwanis Governor Designate Jeffrey Wolff and his wife, CKI District Administrator Jennifer Wolff
176.JPG=Gov. Desig. Jeffrey Wolff with his wife, Jennifer, and daughter, Charlotte, flanked by KI Trustee Jane Erickson and her husband, Past Gov. Gus.
160.JPG=Outgoing Div. 9 Lt. Gov. Renee pins incoming Lt. Gov. Jim.
IMG_5056d.JPG=Caring Corner items for sale to benefit the seven Pediatric Trauma units within the Capial District.
IMG_5056a.JPG=Convention goers flock to the registration desk.
137.JPG=The Strolling Silver Strings provided classy and classic entertainment during our banquet as they indeed did stroll through the seating arrangement. Their elegant formal dress and radiant smiles brought a wonderfully relaxed mood to the affair. They are presented through the Music Education and Programs for the Gifted of the Norfolk Public Schools.
118.JPG=Division 17 Lt. Governor Joyce Sharon
IMG_5183.JPG=Past CDKF President Joe Maranto steps up to tell us about the Ducky Derby. Remember those little Ducky Derby tickets your CDKF trustee or your club president keeps bugging you about before the convention? Sure you do! Well, $5 each/Three for $10 it really adds up. Close to $13,000 was raised and this is part of the monies we/you give to the seven Pediatric Hospitals in our geography. In the years your CDKF has been distributing funds to the hospitals, presented personally by Kiwanians to them … are you ready? It’s over $550,713, according to Trustee Roy Sheets’ tabulation. So, One Can Make a Difference. That’s YOU! Thanks!
IMG_5127.JPG=CKI District Governor Ryan White is a senior at Virginia Commonwealth University studying both Information Sciences and Psychology with a minor in Political Science. Both Caroline and Ryan are young people with poise and confidence. Kiwanis sponsored youth organizations are our most important products, along with community service projects. Be involved with your sponsored clubs. Learn, teach and grow with them.
IMG_5088a.JPG=Joe Copenhaver greets Patrick Henry (Richard Schumann) before having breakfast Saturday morning.
IMG_5264.JPG=The Inspirational Breakfast, District Installation and Closing Ceremony of Sunday morning was opened by Kristie Smith, President of the Toano Kiwanis Club. Kristie then introduced the Inspirational Speaker, Mark Morrow, Pastor of the Crosswalk Community Church.
157.JPG=Outgoing officers all line up for their past position pins and our sincere thanks.
IMG_5109.JPG=Each club should send three delegates to the DCON. They must certify their credentials through the Credentials desk, PG Charlie Adams Chair and PG Lloyd Enoch committee member. Also all Kiwanians and guests must register to participate in the convention. P.S. Don’t you just love these acronyms?
145.JPG=After dinner there were additional recognitions for contributions to the KIF “Eliminate Maternal/Neonatal Tetanus” program continued to come in during the convention. Since the announcement in Geneva, Switzerland, at the Kiwanis International Convention, through the close of our DCON, forty five Capital District Kiwanians and friends have earned Walter Zeller Charter Membership status. The results from just this brief period have raised over $56,250 just from the Capital District. These immunizations are otherwise unavailable if not supplied through Kiwanis and the United Nations (UNICEF). Past Governor Bob Cressy is presented his Walter Zeller Award by KI Trustee Jane Erickson.
156.JPG=Gov. Tom thanks outgoing Div. 9 Lt Gov Renee Mackey.
IMG_5056c.JPG=Collecting Duckie Derby monies and ticket stubbs in preparation for the big drawing.
IMG_5127f.JPG=Even kids helped out.
IMG_5060d.JPG=Beach Party mixer Friday night.
IMG_5192.JPG=And the Grand Prize Winner of $500 is … Harry Krimelmeyer! $400 goes to the Kiwanis Club of Charles County. $300 to Carl Ferreria. $200 to Key Club. And $100 to Rebecca Lawrence.
IMG_5303.JPG=Governor Tom and Jane Erickson share some light moments of thanks to each other on working together this convention.
IMG_5127b.JPG=Convention Chair, Caren Schumacher, and KI Trustee Jane Erickson give a big "TA-DA"!
138.JPG=A touch of class: superb talents artfully performed. The Strolling Strings present an average of sixty performances each year at various civic, political, military, business and charity events. We did indeed enjoy their music at the Governor’s Banquet.
IMG_5134.JPG=John Tyner, Past Governor, has been named Capital District Chair to spearhead a new program for the KIF. John presented a moving KI & UNESCO video to us. The Special Presentation on the new Kiwanis International Foundation world-wide project is called “Eliminate” Neonatal Tetanus has been named to replace the successful IDD program of the last few years. Kiwanis International, through individual and club efforts and contribution such as the Hixon program, raised over $110 Million to help eradicate Iodine Deficiency Disease. The Eliminate Program was introduced at the International Convention in Geneva in July.
IMG_5105.JPG=Greetings from Kiwanis International!
IMG_5142.JPG=The Model Club program for the Eliminate Project recognizes Kiwanis Clubs that contribute an average of $750 PER MEMBER! Early in this fund drive the Rockville Club in Maryland, John’s home club, and the Tyson Corners/McLean Virginia club, Governor Designate Jeff Wolff’s club, have qualified. VERY good! You can download the video for your club’s use from the KIF site. You don’t have a second chance to make a good first impression. Call John with questions.
110.JPG=Division 3 Lt. Governor Gerald Jones and his wife Joanne
133.JPG=Kiwanis International Trustee and our Counselor Jane Erickson with her husband Past Governor of the Nebraska-Iowa District, Gus Erickson have been a tremendous hit with the Capital District. We look forward to Jane’s guidance and friendship in our year together.
IMG_5328.JPG=Governor Designate Jeff Wolff presents a very nice gift of appreciation to KI Trustee Jane Erickson. It’s a Waterford crystal United States Capital Dome.
159.JPG=Gov. Tom expresses his thanks to his 2010-2011 leadership team.
IMG_5056.JPG=“Welcome to the 93rd Annual Capital District Convention” ! So says the banner in the Williamsburg, Virginia, at the Williamsburg Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, August 19-21st, 2011. Now think about that for a moment. The Capital District was founded in 1918 and has continued to provide ninety three years of service to our communities. Why, that’s older than almost all of us! Reflect on the heritage and build for the future, “one child and one community at a time”.
116.JPG=Division 12 Lt. Governor Adam Paul and his wife Sarah
048.JPG=The Williamsburg Marriott was a huge place, but you could not possibly get lost!
IMG_5060a.JPG=When they had left, Consie was interested in a morning snack!
158.JPG=Gov. Tom's final remarks.
123.JPG=Trustee from the DelMarVa region Dale Collins and his wife Joyce
114.JPG=Division 9 Lt. Governor Renee Mackey
IMG_5164.JPG=Governor Tom presides and Calls to Order the House of Delegates Session I. Past Governor Charlie Adams Chair of the Credentials Committee reported the number of qualified delegates. The session rules were read and accepted. The House is closed. Gov. Elect Jeff Wolff introduces our International Trustee Jane Erickson for her Official Remarks on the State of Kiwanis International and an update on activities and projects. Good upbeat report.
134.JPG=Immediate past Governor Don Dudey and his wife Jan
IMG_5339.JPG=It’s OFFICIAL NOW! Congratulations!
162.JPG=Where's the crab come from?
111.JPG=Division 4 Lt. Governor John Morris and his wife Crickett
IMG_5077.JPG=Capital District First Lady Lin and Governor Tom Varner in the mood for fun and food.
IMG_5110.JPG=Governor Tom and PLG Betty Bell tour the exhibit area encouraging participation. Club workshops included meeting with the 2011-12 presidents and lieutenant governors, ‘Succession Planning’, “Is you club inclusive?”, club administration, club revitalization, club strategic planning and many more topics to learn and share your experiences with others.
IMG_5285.JPG=Next year’s 2012 District Convention was announced by Kristina Dlugozima as being in Reston, Virginia, in August of course. Great place.
165.JPG=Governor Tom Varner presents the Governor’s Pin to Jeff Wolff. Congratulations to you both!
IMG_5073.JPG=Always a good place to celebrate birthdays or anniversaries, our Convention Chair Caren Schumacher and husband Ed are celebrating their wedding anniversary right there with a few of their friends. Nice of all of us to come to the party. Congratulations!
175.JPG=Gathering behind the Governor's home club banner after the DCON installation ceremony are (L to R) David Lurie, Maureen Frank, Corey Goggin, Gov. Designate Jeffrey Wolff, Charlotte Wolff, Jennifer Wolff, Nicole McDermott, Kristina Dlugozima, Stacy Bruss.
128.JPG=Trustee from the Potomac region Doris Montgomery and her husband Joseph
146.JPG=Our new First Lady Jen Wolff receives the Walter Zeller Charter Membership award from KI Trustee Jane Erickson. Each Zeller contribution of $1,250 helps save the lives of 690 infants and mothers simply by supplying the series of tetanus shots to control the disease. Thank you, Jen. Thanks to all the Zeller Charter Members for contributing to the Eliminate Project.
IMG_5141.JPG=The recognition medal for contributions to the cause is called the “Kiwanis International Walter Zeller Fellowship” medallion named after the first president of the Kiwanis International Foundation. Early contributors will be named as Charter Members with the contribution of $1,250 before September 30th. Some of the Capital District Charter Members include Past International Vice President Jim Kaufman, David Heppner. Lin Varner, Jon Rife and Shelly Sachs. Of course, John leads by example and is a charter member.
IMG_5338.JPG=Governor Designate Jeff Wolff delivers his 2011-2012 Inaugural Address to the Capital District. It’s OFFICIAL now.
101.JPG=Carolyn McQuiston stuffs dolls used by hospitals to help children better understand the procedures they will undergo. This is a project of the Kiwanis Club of Elkton.
109.JPG=Division 1 Lt. Governor Marie Bowe Quick and her husband Wayne
099.JPG=Gov. Tom Vaner, Lin Varner, KI Trustees Jane Erickson and Jerry Peuler.
121.JPG=Division 23 Lt. Governor Tim Meyer and his wife Cindy
IMG_5278.JPG=And how about the 2012 Kiwanis International Convention? Well, PG Linwood Watson is ready to go … to New Orleans! The BIG Easy and also ready to go to Bourbon Street for some FUN along with convention duties. Remember each club should plan to have two voting delegates. Many clubs put some money aside in their budget to help defray some of the coats of an individual. Convention sites are almost always great vacation destination as ell. So, plan on it now. Remember, too we’ll have an international candidate in Jerry Peuler who will be running for International Vice President. We’ll need to show huge visible support so other districts will know “we are behind our candidate”. And as Linwood says, “there’s Kiwanis responsibilities … and there is FUN … and Bourbon Street. Ya’ll come, ya hear?
IMG_5171.JPG=Governor Tom Varner stressed the good membership status of the District but warned of being vigilant through the administrative year end to keep the membership roles growing … for fellowship and service.
IMG_5286.JPG=Retirement of Officers for 2011-12 was done by Trustee Jane Erickson.
IMG_5108.JPG=After breakfast, attendees were off to visit the exhibits and to chose which of the many club workshops members will attend. The CDKF – Capital District Kiwanis Foundation had it’s both just outside the breakfast room. Past CDKF Presidents Roger Diehl and Joe Moranto flank PG & past CDKF VP Bob Cressy as they man the exhibit booth and answer questions. The Foundation is our tax-exempt 501c3 charitable arm to help fund our Service Leadership Programs and provide some grants to clubs for their worthy projects. Funds are invested in an endowment with the earnings used for projects. Did you know that club donations of $2.00 per member has added up to more than $268,000 over the years? And that the Founder’s Society membership added another $110,000? All funds stay within the District as we continue to support the Kiwanis International Foundation as well.
IMG_5289.JPG=Outgoing officers.
IMG_5123.JPG=At the “Fellowship Luncheon” we were greeted with warm remarks by Caroline Morris, Capital District Key Club Governor, James Monroe Key Club.
IMG_5302.JPG=Governor Tom’s Farewell Address of thanks to Kiwanians throughout the District for their successes and hard work … and continued hard work through the end of the year. He also pledged to help Governor Designate Jeff next year while he’ll (Tom) will be the new Secretary-Treasurer for Capital District.
103.JPG=Bob Cressy presents Brian Bell with his Capital District Founders Society Award.
IMG_5292.JPG=Governor Tom Varner presented each of his retiring team their pins and his personal thanks for serving the District. We thank them, too. Here are only a few. Left to right: Doris Montgomery, Potomac Region Trustee, Governor Tom, David Heppner, Southwest Region Trustee and Dale Collins, DelMarVa Region Trustee.
136.JPG=2010-2011 Capital District Governor and First Lady, Tom and Lin Varner
119.JPG=Division 20 Lt. Governor Marvin Crawford and his wife Paulette
163.JPG=KI Trustee Jane installs 2011-2012 Gov Elect Carolyn Richter and she receives her Gov Elect pin from Gov Desig Jeffrey Wolff.
IMG_5127a.JPG=Williamsburg Club Pres. Wade Quinn greets Mary Jones, Chair, James City County Board of Subervisors and Clyd Haulman, Mayor, City of Williamsburg.
089.JPG=Andrea Sanford packed the ampitheater discussing how to increase membership and participation through the use of social medial
129.JPG=Trustee from the Hampton Roads region Doc Thrush and his wife Mary
IMG_5201.JPG=Division 8 Lt. Governor Jon Rife and his wife Rita
115.JPG=Division 10 Lt. Governor Brian Bell his wife Diana. Brian displays his brand new CDKF Founder’s Society medallion awarded at this convention. Thank you for your continued support of the Capital District Kiwanis Foundation.
127.JPG=Trustee from the Northern Virginia region David Lurie and his wife Penny
IMG_5244.JPG=Past Governor John Tyner is the Master of Ceremonies for a streamed video to Ellis broadcast from the podium at the convention.
IMG_5195.JPG=Now you’ll see why it’s important to know who pulled the winning tickets. Bob Cressy then won three, yes, three prizes! Two $50 winners and a Harry & David fruit basket (be nice). First time for a three prize winner, I hear. I did buy quite a few tickets. You have to play to win!
IMG_5197.JPG=The social highlight of the District Convention is the Governor’s Reception on Saturday evening. We’re all dressed in our finery to honor Governor Tom and First Lady Lin Varner on their closing night as our team leaders. Being that it is Williamsburg, people and called to dinner by the colonial file & drum. Nice.
120.JPG=Division 21 Lt. Governor Rick Gonzales and his wife Jeannine
IMG_5056b.JPG=Folks gather around CD Key Club table displaying Key Club's commitment to supporting The Eliminate Project.
164.JPG=With the 2010-11 team retired and the 2011-12 team of LGs and regional trustees installed, you are presented with your top Capital District leaders.\
Governor Designate Jeff Wolff, Governor-Elect Designate Carolyn Richter with installation by Kiwanis International Trustee Jane Erickson. Well done. Congratulations!
IMG_5168.JPG=Governor Tom Varner gives the State of the Capital District report as the new District Secretary-Treasurer, picking up the mantel of retiring Secretary-Treasurer Ellis Stroup after 36 years of service to the District and KI. Much more on Ellis’ retirement will come later.
IMG_5190.JPG=Now, note that only Governor Elect Jeff Wolff is the one drawing the winning tickets from the hopper. There is a reason I’m showing you this. You’ll see. Left to right, CDKF President Elect H. L. Marks cranks the crank; Gov. Elect Jeff is drawing the tickets. PP Joe gets the tickets and reads the winner’s name. Suspense.
IMG_5071.JPG=The “Friday Night Social” kicked off the FUN. Your committee arranged for a huge tropical buffet for everyone with chicken, salads, you name it … and ice cream. What else in Williamsburg? It was GREAT! Your hosts included Wade Quinn, President of the Williamsburg Kiwanis Club, Brian Wilson, PLG of host Division 13, and PLG Tom French. Thanks!
ellis.jpg=The nearly 7000 members of the Capital District have honored Ellis with a Lifetime Membership in the Capital District as well as by declare Ellis Capital District Secretary/Treasurer Emeritus. Pictured (L to R) fellow club member Dave Maloney presents Ellis with his plaque.\
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172.JPG=The Capital District “Home of the District Governor” banner is transferred from the Ashton, Virginia Kiwanis Club to the Kiwanis Club of Tysons Corners/McLean, Virginia. The 93rd Annual Capital District Kiwanis Convention is adjourned. Ding!
130.JPG=Capital District Key Club Governor Caroline Morris and CKI Governor Ryan White symbolize the strength and poise of our Service Leadership Programs.
131.JPG=Kiwanis International Foundation President Designate, Past Governor Hugh Siggins and his wife Past Lt. Governor Penny
112.JPG=Division 5 Lt. Governor Herbert Ely his wife Bonny
150.JPG=This Convention brings all of us a great moment of pride and admiration, thankfulness and respect, appreciation and thanks to Ellis H. Stroup as he announces his retirement as the Capital District Kiwanis Secretary-Treasurer. Ellis has served all of us faithfully for almost 37 years. It is with great respect and thanks that we honor his work and wish him a Happy Retirement as well. In Ellis’ honor and in his name, PG Art Riley announced this first ever a $5,000 scholarship award. Pictured are Past Governor Art Riley, Governor Tom Varner, Governor Elect Jeff Wolff and scholarship recipient Kristen Elizabeth Craig. Congratulations!\
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It reads:  \
The Ellis H. Stroup Key Club Leadership Award\
Presented To\
Kristen Elizabeth Craig\
By the Capital District Kiwanis Foundation\
In Recognition of Outstanding Service Leadership to Key Club\
August 20, 2011
IMG_5127d.JPG=Everyone pitched in to pack 26,500 meals for the Stop Hunger Now project.
124.JPG=Trustee from the Mason Dixon region William Hand and his wife Janet
IMG_5104.JPG=We of course had a spirited singing of our National Anthem, then an excellent morning buffet breakfast, followed by very welcoming comments by Mary Jones, Chair, James City Board of Supervisors and the by Clyde Haulman, Mayor, City of Williamsburg. Next was ‘Patrick Henry’ keeping in the Colonial Spirit as shown in the previous photo. Official Greetings come from our Kiwanis International Trustee and Counselor to the Capital District Jane Erickson. We have really been fortunate to have Jane as our advisor. She was newly elected as KI Trustee at the KICON in Geneva. Among many other Kiwanis positions she is a Past Governor of the Nebraska-Iowa District and a past KIF International Trustee. You can see by the sparkle in her eyes the confidence, wit and humor she has brought on previous visits and will bring us during her year as our counselor. Welcome, Jane Erickson!