| Club Officers Executive Board: President:Albert Rice President Elect: Dennis Hogan Vice President:Drew Perry
Secretary: Debbie Helm Treasurer: Kaci Landes Past President: Barry Hallmark Sheriff: Bill Glasscock
Board Members:
Sandra Wilson
Kristi Self David Stine
Billie Sue Squires
Lori Lindsey
Steve Gilpin
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Program Information Contact: Dennis Hogan Kiwanis Life Member Passes Away DONALD ALCUS RABON Donald Alcus Rabon, of Terrell, passed away Nov. 4, 2010. Don was born Jan. 13, 1942 in Jasper County, Texas to Alcus W. and Velma Icy (Smith) Rabon. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Sharon Rabon. He moved to Dallas at the age of 13 and attended Arlington State College after which he became employed with Gould, Inc. in Minnesota. In 1975, he joined Powerlab, Inc. and relocated with his family to Terrell in 1976. In 1982, Don was named president of Powerlab, Inc. where he worked until his retirement. Don had a servant’s heart and his many memberships in various volunteer, service, civic and community organizations kept him active in the lives of many of his friends and neighbors. He was Terrell City Councilman in the early 1980’s, Chairman of the Terrell Chamber of Commerce, and served on American National Bank’s Board of Directors as well as serving many years with Terrell State Hospital’s Volunteer Services Council. Don was a member of many organizations, some of which were: the American Cancer Society, United Way, Boy Scouts of America where he served in both local troops 390 and 391, the Cherokee District, and on the executive board of the Circle 10 Council, Terrell Kiwanis Club in which he also held many leadership positions but was most known for mixing the batter at the annual Kiwanis Pancake Day fundraiser, and Don was a lifetime member of the National Rifl e Association. In recognition for his tireless works, Don was awarded the Kiwanis’ Life Member Award, Volunteer Industrial Developer of the Year for 1992 by the State of Texas, and the Boy Scouts of America Silver Beaver award for adult leaders who have made an impact on the lives of youths through service at the council level along with the Cross and Flame award for his exceptional service in the use and promotion of the Scout’s program in the United Methodist Church. Don was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Terrell and he was in Prairieville #253 and Artesia #406, Hella Temple Shrine 32nd Degree Mason as well as Scottish Rite, York Rite and Shriners Gun Club Unit. Don touched countless lives and his caring generosity and kindness will be a treasured memory for all who knew him. If asked, Don would have said his life's crowning achievement was his 43 year marriage to his wife Sharon, mother of their three children. She went to Heaven Feb. 1, 2005 and now they are reunited again in the Lord's presence. | | Club Meetings
Cancer survivor writes book on benefits of drinking water Henry David Thoreau once wrote, “Water is the only drink for a wise man.” Apparently, it may be the best choice for a healthy one, too. On Tuesday, author and cancer survivor Pam Wenzel visited with Terrell Kiwanis Club, discussing her book, “Spa Water: A Guide to Creating World Class Spa Water at Home.” A 17-year survivor of breast cancer, Wenzel told Kiwanians she was inspired to write the book while vacationing in New Mexico. “I was always concerned that my family didn’t drink enough water. We were staying at the Hyatt Tamaya in Alband they had infused water in dispensers throughout the hotel and spa,” Wenzel recalled. That got me to thinking more people would probably drink water if it tasted like spa water.” Wenzel’s book includes 22 recipes from award-winning hotels and spas around the world. While researching her book, Wenzel discovered correlations between dehydration and health, Find out more about Wenzel and her book at www.myspawaterbook.com. ******************************************** New Member Inductions Cindy Lay, Beverly Hogan, J.C. Jackson 
******************************************** Senator Bob Deuell ******************************************** Steve Howie Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator for the City of Terrell 
******************************************** Chief of Police Jody Lay  ******************************************** Cathy Camplen gave us a mini-antique road show
******************************************** Welcome New Member Julia Garner
******************************************** Members receive award pins for recruiting new members
 Congratulations Tasha Peavy, Albert Rice, Barry Hallmark, and Jeff Woolverton, and Ronnie Davis (not pictured) ******************************************** Welcome New Member Joni Jenkins
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Katy Schell shares her inspiring Journey after finding out that she had Hodgkins Lymphoma. She is rallying troops for the Kaufman County Relay for Life. You can visit her journal at www.carepages.com/carepages/katyschell
******************************************** Margret Davis receives the prestigious honor of the Kiwanis Life Member Award 
Don Rabon receives the prestigious honor of the Kiwanis Life Member Award 
******************************************** Karaoke Fun At a recent weekly meeting, a little karaoke fun was hosted by Bill Erwin. Members were entertained from some of their own, including Bill Glasscock. ******************************************** NEW MEMBER INDUCTION Alan Nix was recently inducted as a new Kiwanis member. 
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NEW MEMBER INDUCTION Joel Morgan & Vicki Kluth were recently inducted as new Kiwanis members. 
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Growing up in Terrell, and now Duncanville Chief of Police, Robert Brown Jr. shares about the challenges and successes of his current position. ********************************************
Donita Everett of Kaufman County Environmental Co-Op shares recycling opportunities in the County.
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A great edition to our club, Terrell city council woman, Sandra Wilson was recently inducted. You can see her son C.J. play in the NFL for the Carolina Panthers!
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Kiwanis member Jack Scott unveils his debt relief plan to stimulate the economy and create jobs. Visit his website and sign the petition at
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John Trischetti shares his appreciation to Kiwanis for the support of the annual Dr. Suess Party and books to the library, as well as giving an update of the status of the library. Pictured here with Kiwanis member Tori Lucas. 
******************************************** New Member Induction- Jack Scott 
Barry Hallmark, Jack Scott and Bill Glasscock 
Joe Macko, special assistant in community relations with the Texas Rangers baseball team. Macko spoke about his 60-year history in baseball. He was inducted into the Texas Baseball Hall of Fame in 1984.
 Genesis Center a non-profit organization committed to providing safety and shelter shared stories of inspiration and hope as lives are being transformed at the home. pictured are Michelle Russ, Nancy Schoenle, Director of Women Services and Yorey Sims (who is coordinating upcoming fashion show for residents.)
Crissy Meador and her daughter Audrei were guest speakers this month. Crissy, owner of Tumblers Gym inspires young girls, teaching the importance of good values and being beautiful on the inside.
Lt. Govenor Barbara Powers presents Debbie Helm with Distinguished President award for 2008. Also recognized was Kristi Self as distinguished club secretary.This award reflects the leadership shown for an overall increase in membership, participation in District activities, leadership training, interclubs,funding projects,ect.
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2011 K-Family Picnic The picnic included hot dogs, hamburgers, a bounce house, and lots of K-Family fellowship.
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Come to any sponsored youth meeting this school year and a token will be placed in the bucket of your team.The team with the most tokens will be the guests of an Iron Chef Cook- Off! clich here for: TEAM LISTS ******************************************** Pancake Day Was a Success!
2011 Pancake Day
Tuesday, February 8th, Kiwanis members served over 1150 people. Proceeds benefit youth projects in the community. Thank you Terrell for your support. ******************************************** Dec. 4, 2010 City of Terrell employees joined Terrell police and fi re personnel Dec. 4 in a charity football game against Terrell Independent School District coaches. While the TISD squad won, 24-6 , there were no real losers in the annual event, which benefits the Terrell Kiwanis Club’s KToys for Kids. For more than 50 years, local Kiwanians have continued their contribution to the community with K-Toys For Kids. This year, with economic conditions tougher than in recent memory, the need is anticipated to be especially great. Kiwanians continue to invite the Terrell community to open their hearts by donating gifts for those who have experienced difficulties which have diminished their ability to provide gifts for their children. Families request, and especially appreciate, books and educational toys. All items should be new and unwrapped, and can be of any size or value. The Kiwanis Club is also accepting cash donations which will be used to buy additional toys, food and household items. Thesecan be sent to Kiwanis Club of Terrell, P.O. Box 12, Terrell, TX 75160 ******************************************** Charity K-Toys football game kicks off Saturday Event pits city employees against TISD coaches Terrell police and firefighters will team up with other city employees to face off against Terrell ISD coaches this Saturday in a charity football game benefiting the K-Toys for Kids effort. The two teams will match up at 10 a.m. Saturday at Memorial Stadium where the cost of admission is a child’s toy for the K-Toys for Kids, sponsored by the Terrell Kiwanis Club. Toys will be collected by Kiwanis Club members at stadium entrances. The goal of the annual program is to ensure children do not go without Christmas presents. “A challenge was issued and the Terrell coaches stepped up to accept it,” said Terrell City Manager Torry Edwards, who also serves as a member of the Terrell Kiwanis Club. “I think it just goes to show what kind of community spirit Terrell has especially when it comes to helping children." ******************************************** Nov 25, 2010 Building a community spirit Furlough Middle School Builders Club members show off food items collected for the Terrell Share Center. The FMS Incredible students led the way, bringing in 348 items out of a total 1,712. Participants included Delaney Broiles, Jordan Frasier, Joshua Gross, Alford Anderson, Luis Guillen, Rodney Christian, Gavin Conn, Josh Cerutti, Latia Simpson, Marisa Herry, William Watson, Dijon Milanes, Clayton Looper, Lana Freeman, Lisa Jenkins and Shiv Desai. The FMS Builders Club is part of the Kiwanis Club of Terrell. ******************************************** Nov 4, 2010 Terrell High School Key Club members (from left) Arely Perez, Chase Beavers, Diana Hernandez, Dominique Qualls and Josephine Sun present Kiwanis Club President Albert Rice with a token of appreciation for the service club’s sponsoring efforts of the student organization. ******************************************** Key Club makes Lemonade For a Cause 
The summer heat may be gone, but the Terrell High School Key Club was host to an "Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation" event to raise funds for cancer research recently at the Terrell Brookshire's parking lot, raising over $300. "I chose Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation as my 2010-2011 governor's project for the Texas-Oklahoma district of Key Club because this project is something we all can relate to," said Chase Beavers, who earlier this year was elected to the governor's position. "I have had numerous members of my family survive cancer through the years, but it has made me very passionate about finding a cure." Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation was started by the efforts of four year old Alexandra Scott, who began selling lemonade in her front yard to raise money for cancer research. "She lost her battle to cancer when she was eight years old, but since that day, her family and organizations across the world have raised millions of dollars," Beavers said. It ties in with my governor duties, because each governor must select one project that they are most passionate about. I'm very passionate about knocking out cancer once and for all." THS Key Club members will be on hand passing out lemonade, taking donations and telling people about Alex's story. "The lemonade is not for sale, but we will be asking for donations," said Kiwanis member Dennis Hogan, sponsor of the THS Key Club. "We invite everyone out to support this great cause." "We just know that this is going to be an outstanding event, and we are ready to have an outstanding stand," Beavers said. "I know with a district of almost 17,000 members that choosing this project will raise the funds to knock cancer out once and for all, 'One cup at a time.'" More information about the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation is available at the organization's website, www.alexslemonade.org. ******************************************** Annual Officers Installation Banquet Congratulations Dennis Hogan Kiwanian of the Year & Kaci Landes Service Above Self Award
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Recently, Terrell Kiwanis members held their annual Watermelon party at The Terrell State Hospital. Serving over 300 patients, with about 150 in attendance at the party. The watermelon was provided by Sutton Produce. Event was coordinated by Jeff Woolverton. Patients enjoyed cold, delicious all-you-can eat watermelon. 2010 Angel League year-end
& K-Family Picnic
CONGRATULATIONS
Chase Beavers! Elected Key Club's Tx-Ok District Governor *********************************************************** 2 Ramp Projects on Kiwanis One Day
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A Literacy project held each year in celebration of Dr. Suess Birthday Party. Area youth are invited to a party with snacks and birthday cake. Dr. Suess books are read by children and volunteers. Prizes and books are given to the children to take home. Terrell Kiwanis has recently joined efforts with The Riter Hulsey Public Library.
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In an effort to enhance the awareness of oral hygiene, Kiwanis club of Terrell partners with the office of dentist and Kiwanis member, Gwendolyn Kines who are local host to the nationally sponsored program, “Give Kids a Smile Day,”
The first Friday in February, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Kiwanis member, Dr. Gwendolyn Kines, along with staff, volunteers and fellow Kiwanis member and dentist Alan Nix, provided free dental screenings and sealants for children 1-18 at the Rockwall and Brin Church of Christ gymnasium. Children also receive free toothbrushes and toothpaste and will have the opportunity to participate in fun and games.
Sealants are given for children with permanent teeth so that it prevents cavities from getting in their molar teeth. Insurance is not a factor, the main objective is to ensure that children in the community have healthy teeth. In addition to assisting the hundred or so children, the group also anticipates selecting some whom are sponsored for full dental care.
Kiwanis members, Circle K and Key Club members are on hand to assist with the project.
************************************************** Pancake Day Ronnie Davis flips some pancakes for the hungry crowd on Kiwanis annual Pancake Day. ******************************************** Angel Tree Christmas Party at Terrell State Hospital
Angel Tree Party
Terrell Kiwanis sponsored Angel Tree Party were joined with the Lions Club, Pilot Club & Rotary Club to celebrate Christmas with the children at the Terrell State Hospital. Pizza, Refreshments, and home-made cookies started things off. Then there was a suprise, "Hay! Hay! Hay!" visit from Santa. The children were overflowing with excitement, as Santa called out their names. One by one they collected their gifts and opened them. "I got everything I wanted!" many of them said, as they showed off their gifts to eachother . Every child also received a new pair of socks provided by Kiwanis member and Council Woman, Sandra Wilson 
Phil Collins, Mike White and Jerry Persall of The Marine Corps League presented a load of toys and a check to Terrell Kiwanis sponsored K-Toys. The Marine Corps League, Toys for Tots bins at Walmart will be distributed to the K- Toys program ******************************************** TOY DRIVE
The Marine Corps League collected toys and money 5am on Black Friday at Walmart. Fresh coffee and donuts supplied by Walmart were given to shoppers.
KEY Club and Kiwanis members will join the Marine Corps League again at Walmart Sat Dec 5th 1-4pm, and Saturday, Dec 12 12-3pm
******************************************** Governor's Banquet  ******************************************** K-Kids On Long Campus Celebrates 10 years! 
******************************************** Terrell Kiwanis unveils a new pin representative of the entire K-Family including the Sponsored Youth clubs. 
******************************************** Barry Hallmark was recognized as putting service above self, receiving the Kiwanian of the Year Award 
******************************************** Sponsored Youth Leaders Dinner Our dedicated Principals and Advisors for Sponsored Youth Programs were invited to a dinner hosted at the home of Ronnie and Margret Davis, Sponsored Youth Chairperson, to kick-off the new year.
Amy Wiley, Judy Mackey, Maria Johnson, Charis Bailey, Amanda Cox, and Judy Herald enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by Margret Davis. ********************************************* Building Hope
 Something as easy as getting in and out of your home can be the most difficult when confined to a wheelchair. Early on Saturday morning several members of the Kiwanis Club of Terrell gathered at a home in Terrell. Their mission was to build a wheelchair ramp for someone in order for them to have easy access to their home. The Texas Ramp Project began in Richardson in 1985 and has spread across the state. More than 2000 ramps have been built in the Dallas area. this is the second one The Terrell Kiwanis Club has had the privlege of being involved in. All supplies, tools and some pre-built modules are provided by The Texas Ramp Project and a Project manager was on site.
With the help of a little labor and a little love, by the end of the morning, the difficulty of manuvering in and out of a home became a life-changing experience for all.
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The annual watermelon party at the Terrell State Hospital
...was a lot of fun! Terrell Kiwanis served over 300 patients, with about 150 in attendance at party. The watermelon was provided by Sutton Produce. Event was coordinated by Jeff Woolverton. Patients enjoyed cold, delicious all-you-can eat watermelon. ******************************************** Angel League Finished 2009 with an undefeated season! see Angel League page for 2009 season photos 
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