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Patchogue Kiwanians Host Children's Christmas Party

Over 25 Patchogue Kiwanis related children were guests at the Suffolk Boat Club. The children played games and then received gifts from Santa Claus who pleased most of the children and terrified a few. All were treated to a sumptuous buffet and the evening was an outstanding success for all who attended.

Patchogue Kiwanis Completes 5K Santa’s Toy Trot

650 Runners from a far away as Boston competed on Sunday, Dec 4^th on a 5K course which started on Jennings Ave in front of the Patchogue Fire Department, meandered up and down various streets around West Lake and then finished where it started on Jennings. The field was the largest in the history of this annual race sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Patchogue.  Part of the entrant fee for the race was a toy for a needy child. Almost 1000 toys were donated by the runners and packaged by the Patchogue Medford High School Key Clubs and Venture Crew for distribution to needy children in the Greater Patchogue area. Volunteers who assisted in the event all received special Santa’s Helper shirts. They packed the toys at the BrickHouse Brewery which helped in the sponsorship of the race. Proceeds of the event will be used by the Kiwanis club on its sponsored youth programs and children’s community needs projects.

Shown here are the winners of the race for the men’s division. From the left Mark Charvat, President of the Kiwanis club; Antonio Harding with his father and event Chairman, Nick Harding; First Place Winner; Chris Mammone, Second Place Winner, Boyd Carrinston and Third Place winner Brendan Barrett. Chris Mammone broke the event record with a time of 15 minutes and 42 seconds. Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus look on. For the women from the left are Christa Morris, First Place winner with a time of 18 minutes and 30 seconds; Ryleigh Donegan, Second Place winner, Event Chairman, Nick Harding and Patti Thorp of Boston, Mass in third Place.

Patchogue Kiwanis Joins Patchogue Christmas Parade

Sporting a new frame upon which to build the club’s traditional “Santa’s Sleigh Float , workers in the Club reconstructed it with safety in mind. Kiwanian’s children jumped aboard to give the float a personal participation while Patchogue-Medford Key Clubbers and Venture Crewers marched along side and handed out candy canes to children along the route. The parade which traveled down Main Street in Patchogue drew a record number of viewers and marching participants as well. The building of the float, the distribution of holiday food baskets and toys to AHRC highlighted the club’s effort to spread cheer for needy children in the community. The upcoming Santa’s 5K Toy Trot will add hundreds of more toys for these children.

Patchogue Medford Key Club And Venture Crew At Christmas Parade

Patchogue Kiwanis and Key Clubbers Assemble Holiday Food Baskets

The Patchogue Kiwanis Club, the Patchogue Medford Key Club and Venture Crew members are shown here in the auditorium of Emanuel Lutheran Church after they assembled 150 Food baskets for needy families at Thanksgiving. Kiwanian Chairmen Glen Charvat directed the assembly of frozen turkeys and other food items to provide a full meal for needy families in the Greater Patchogue area.

Patchogue Kiwanis Designates  Nicholas Harding, Jr. as Kiwanian of the Year

Outgoing President Robert Walch, (from left) observes as the Kiwanis Club of Patchogue’s “Kiwanian of the Year 2010-2011” Nicholas Harding Jr. shows off his plaque. Mr. Harding’s wife, Lizbett joins him here enjoying the recognition of service. Nick is a three year member also serving on the board of directors for two of those years. He grew up in Bellport where he attended Bellport High School and then C.W. Post College. Mr. Harding operates HTM Landscaping which he has owned for 15 years. His passion is racing and has chaired the club’s running events for the club. He currently is working on the club’s Santa’s Toy Trot which will be held in Patchogue on December 4^th.   

Patchogue Kiwanis Club Awards Two Kaiser Fellowships

The Patchogue Kiwanis Club awarded two Kaiser Fellowships recently at its 74^th Installation Banquet held at Lombardi’s on the Bay in Patchogue. Making the presentation is outgoing President, Robert Walch (left) who also received the honor a year ago. Displaying his Kaiser medallion is Walter Ladick, Jr (next from the left) who is accompanied by his wife of 48 years, RoseMarie. Walter is a Past Distinguished President 40 year member of the club and also a Diamond Hixson Fellowship Awardee. J. Glen Charvat (right) is a Past Distinguished Past President 20 year member and also a Hixson Fellowship Awardee. Glen is accompanied by his wife of 44 years, Cheryl. Not in the picture are the other two Kaiser awardees of the club, Past President, Ken Picard and the club’s first Kaiser Awardee, New York District Gov-Elect, Albert E Norato, Jr.. The prestigious Fellowship which is named after Anton J Kaiser who was a New York Kiwanis District Governor and then served as President of Kiwanis International, is a designation awarded after a donation to the New York District Foundation. It is a source of funds supporting Kamp Kiwanis and the Pediatric Trauma Centers throughout New York State.

Patchogue Kiwanis Installs New Leadership

Beginning its 74^th Year of community service, the Patchogue Kiwanis Club

installed its slate of officers for the fiscal year of 2011-2012. From the left,

Suffolk East Division Lt Governor, Greg Menegio swore in the new president

of the club for the coming year as Governor Elect, Albert E Norato, Jr. looked

on. Mark Charvat the new president is shown here with his first lady Jennifer after her receiving a bouquet of flowers celebrating the event. In a separate photo, from the left is Outgoing and Immediate Past President, Robert Walch after receiving a photo album depicting the club’s many events for the year. Robert’s first lady Diana is shown here after being presented with a bouquet of flowers for her support by the new President, Mark Charvat. The installation was held at Lombardi’s on the Bay in Patchogue.

Patchogue Kiwanis Joins Fight to Save Lives of Children Around the World

The Kiwanis Club of Patchogue is joining forces with Kiwanis members across the globe to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus (MNT), a painful disease that kills one baby every nine minutes, Kiwanis International is partnering with UNICEF to vaccinate women of childbearing age. The goal is to raise $110 Million by 2015 which will ultimately protect 61 million women and their future babies from the disease contracted through unhygienic childbirth practices. Robert Walch, President (left) of the club is shown here presenting a check in the amount of $10,000 to Albert E Norato, Jr. who represents New York State District Kiwanis as Governor-Elect. The Patchogue Kiwanis raised the funds through fundraising projects conducted each year in the community. Information about this project may be obtained at Patchoguekiwanis.com or TheEliminateProject.org.

Patchogue Kiwanis Achieves A Racing Milestone in its Community

Under the most difficult record breaking weather conditions of 10 inches of rain, The Patchogue Kiwanis Club successfully completed its 7th Annual 5K Twilight Trot. The weather prevented a large turnout but 250 runners from as far away as New York City competed in the downpour which soaked runners and workers alike. Members of the club and their families serviced the registration tents and also monitored the runners as the runners sped through Patchogue. Race chairman, Nick Harding oversaw the entire operation and was later lauded by the Greater Long Island Racing Club for a fantastic completion of the project under the most strenuous conditions. Several of the runners had exceptional world class times and earned extra funds for breaking local course records. Runners collected $2,600 in class prizes and collected many trophies and ribbons. The race was part of the prestigious Grand Prix series under the auspices of the United State Track & Field organization. 

Patchogue Kiwanis Hosts Barbeque For Campers

The Patchogue Kiwanis Club held its annual Barbeque for Special Needs kids at Camp Paquatuck, a Rotary facility in East Moriches, Long Island. Club members cooked for over 125 campers and Kiwanis family members on a balmy summer evening at the camp. Ken Kasper once again chaired the event which featured fine food, face painting and a display of vintage cars. The cars are owned by the Barn Boys who provide these cars and joined in on the festivities. The annual event allows the members to relax and also help make the camping experience a joyful event for all.

Kids Win Patchogue Kiwanis Golf Tournament

90 Golfers competed at the 47^th Annual Patchogue Kiwanis Invitational Golf Klassic at the Bellport Country Club on a sunny but delightfully cool June day. Golfers competed on a Texas Scramble format where they played their own ball after the foursomes best tee shot. The winning team of Slavin,  Mueller, Mazzurco and Scanlon shot a low net score of 68 and received trophies and gift certificates for their triumph. 

Committee chairman, Robert Lawless hailed the tournament as a bigger win for the kids the proceeds will support. Besides raising funds for the club’s child service projects, the club joined in with the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Long Island who helped turn out the golfers and earn funds for research. Crohn’s effects many children on Long Island who are afflicted with the disease. Phil Muller, a member of the club also serves on the foundations board. His daughter, Erin, who is troubled with Crohn’s disease worked hard to get the Foundation’s past supporters to step forward with golfers and sponsorship contributors. Club President Robert “Sparky” Walch noted that club volunteers, Glen Charvat, George Hoag, Chris Picini, Ken Picard, Walter Pepper, Vincent Cartbone, Doug MacVittie, RoseMarie & Walter Ladick all played a crucial role in the day’s success.  

Patchogue Kiwanis Prepares for Grand Prix Series Race 5K Twilight Trot

Members of the Patchogue Kiwanis Club are shown here sporting their

Safety Vests to be worn on race day, Sunday August 14^th. From the left,

Jeffrey Vollmuth; Race Chairman, Nick Harding; Chris Fiori; President, Robert Walch; Mark Charvat; Glen Charvat; and Ed Hughes. The race which starts at 6:00PM is a Long Island Track & Field Grand Prix Series event and is certified by USA Track & Field. The race will commence at River Walk on Clare Rose Blvd and finishes at Briarcliffe College after winding through Patchogue streets around Westlake. The event offers many cash awards for multiple categories. door prizes and musical entertainment. 

Chairman Harding stated that it is a great honor for Patchogue to be

sanctioned as a Grand Prix event and looks for 1,000 participants to be involved. He indicated that he was hoping that the community would receive the event with great enthusiasm and cheer on the runners as they competed through our streets. He added that he hoped that residents would be considerate and patient while some of the streets will be closed for a short period of time. Information regarding the event including registration and the race route may be found at Patchoguekiwanis.com. Proceeds of the race will be used to support Child Service and Community Projects. Patchogue Kiwanis has been serving the children of the community since

1938.

Runners Brave Chilly Temperature to Compete in St Patrick’s Parade “May the Road Rise to Meet Ye 4 Miler”

   200 Runners turned out in chilly weather to compete in a 4 Mile run on Sunday March 27^th just prior to the St Patrick’s Parade in Patchogue. The race route began on East Main Street and meandered down among various Patchogue streets ending in front of the Fire House on Jennings Ave. The Run was sponsored by the Patchogue Kiwanis Club in conjunction with the Village and the Chamber of Commerce.

Volunteers included Kiwanis families, Key Clubbers and Venture Crew from Patchogue Medford High School and Key Clubbers from Bellport High School. Winning times were posted by Brendan Barrett of Sayville in the Male Division with a time of 22:01.8 and  Christa Morris of Patchogue in the Female Division with a time of 25:373 which was also an event best time. Robert Festa won the Top Law Enforcement Officer category with a time of 29:066. Several kids under 14 competed in a ½ mile fun run just after the main race. Kiwanis Race Chairman, Nicholas Harding who awarded the trophies and prize money, said the race ran smoothly and was a good preparation for the Kiwanis Club’s “Twilight Trot” which will be held in Patchogue on August 14^th as a Grand Prix racing event.

May The Road Rise To Meet Ye 4 Miler Overall Results

May The Road Rise To Meet Ye 4 Miler Results By Age

Patchogue Kiwanians Celebrate Valentines Day 50 Kiwanians and friends gathered at the Suffolk Boat Club to sample Italian delights such as antipasto, stuffed shells, meatballs and cannolis prepared by Social Chairman, Jim Romeo and his crew. Attendees dined and danced in a tastefully decorated atmosphere to the background of romantic songs and oldies. Red Valentine balloons  and table decorations adorned the whole room and set the atmosphere for all the romantically inclined participants. Kiwanians waited their wives and significant others with food and good Service to the delight of all. All violin cases were checked at the door.

73^rd Annual Pancake Breakfast a Flippin’ Success

Under the absentee and illness plagued leadership of project chairman of Edward Hughes, the Kiwanis Club, the Patchogue Medford Key Club and Venture Crew all joined together to flip Flapjacks, sell TV Raffle tickets, and auction off Sports Memorabilia. The breakfast was held in the Patchogue Fire Department meeting room as a Kiwanis One effort which resulted in generation of funds for the club’s sponsored youth. McPeak’s Assisted Living Home provided all the food materials from which were artfully fashioned and flavorful flapjacks were flipped to the culinary delight of the attendees. The leadership style of the chairman is still under scrutiny but the results were outstanding.

Patchogue Medford High School Key Club Raises Funds For St Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Over $900 was raised by the Patchogue Medford High School Key Club for the hospital and convention expenses of the club. The Club sponsored its 3rd Annual Variety Show with over 30 student participants with musical performances and dance acts. Shown here is the entire cast and crew of the event with over 30 participating. Included in the talent was School Idol winner, Megan Nugent who sang a powerful rendition of “Everything Is Coming Up Roses”. Key Club President, Kristina Heiffron, led her club members by identifying a needy charity and then rallying everyone into completion of the project. The Key Club School Advisor is Dr. Robert Borowski who is also a member of Kiwanis. Key Club International is the largest and oldest high school student service club in the world. Its mission is to provide opportunities by providing service, building character and developing leadership. The Patchogue Medford High School Key Club is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Patchogue.

Santa’s Visit to the Annual Kids Christmas Party

18 Kids were delighted with the appearance of Santa Claus at the Annual Children’s Christmas Party held upstairs at the BrickHouse Brewery dining room. President Walch who brought his own crew expressed delight that eyes of the children brightened at the sight of Old St Nick. The kids also were treated to some face painting and cotton candy by two of Santa’s elves. The affair which was hosted by Frank & Phyllis Virno turned out to be an outstanding success and a great time was had by all. Special thanks to Ken Picard who was employed by the Yuletide Actors Guild in his portrayal of the jolly guy in the red coat and pants. A special appearance of some extremely tiny new arrivals added to the joy of the evening as well.

Santa’s Patchogue Kiwanis 5K Toy Trot

Over 400 Runners from as far away as Wappingers Falls, NY participated in the Patchogue Kiwanis 5K Toy Trot on Sunday Dec 5th. The race started and finished in front of the Patchogue Fire Department. The administration of the race and award ceremonies were conducted at the BrickHouse Brewery. Presenting the awards to the fastest runners is (from the left) Patchogue Kiwanis President, Robert Walch and receiving their awards is Lenora Petrina and Chris Mammone with Santa joining the festivities. Lenora Petrina, 28, of Bayport ran a time of !6:34.6 while Chris Mammone of Massapequa, 27, ran a time of 15:51.2. Both times were exceptionally fast. Participants brought toys as part of their entrance fee. The toys were wrapped by the Bellport High School and Patchogue Medford High School Key Club’s along with the assistance of the Patchogue Medford High School Venture Crew 1776.Toys were then distributed among local churches for further distribution to children of needy families. Kiwanis Toy Trot Chairman, Nicholas Harding, Jr. expressed great satisfaction for the Trot’s largest turnout and with the receipt of over 400 toys.

Overall Results  | Results by Age Group | Photos

Patchogue Kiwanis Sponsors Christmas Parade Float

On a very chilly evening, Kiwanians, Member’s Children, Key Clubbers and Venture Crewers joined together to ride on a float built by the club as one of over 90 floats, bands and marching groups in the Village of Patchogue’s Annual Christmas Parade- Under the leadership of Chairman, Robert Albinowski, a float in the shape of a giant sleigh was assembled and decorated. Christmas music was provided by members of a band on the float playing Christmas Carols to the delight of thousands of viewers lining Main Street in the Village.

Patchogue Kiwanis and Key Clubbers Assemble Holiday Food Baskets

The Patchogue Kiwanis Club and the Patchogue Medford Key Club members are shown here in the auditorium of Emanuel Lutheran Church after they assembled 150 Food baskets for needy families at Thanksgiving. Kiwanian Chairmen Glen & Mark Charvat directed the assembly of frozen turkeys and other food items to provide a full meal for needy families in the Greater Patchogue area.

Kiwanians and their Ladies attended a Kiwanis Education Night on a regular meeting night at the BrickHouse Brewery. After a cordial cocktail hour each wife was presented with a long stem rose and dinner in appreciation for the support they provided while their Kiwanians attended to projects serving the community needs of the Greater Patchogue Area’s children. A power point presentation similar to the one made to new Kiwanians being inducted was used to more acquaint them to the work the club does. It was a lovely meeting to thank the lovely wives of Kiwanis. The event was chaired by Past President ,Paul Vaas who did his usual great job.

Key Club Divisional Rally

Key Club Leaders of Divisions One, Two and Three Lt. Governors (from the left) Lexii DellaPenna, Stepanie Salinas and Zach Baum are shown here handing out material for constructing greeting cards for the Homeless Shelter as a sample community project. The activity was part of a Suffolk County Key Club leadership training rally held jointly at the Patchogue Medford High School for the incoming officers of the 20 Key Clubs in the three divisions in Suffolk County. Key Clubs are a Sponsored Youth organization of Kiwanis International. Members consist of high school students in 24 countries. The rally was hosted by the Patchogue-Medford High School Key Club which is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Patchogue.

25^th Annual Patchogue Oktoberfest an Outstanding Success

The Patchogue Kiwanis Club sponsored its 25^th Annual Oktoberfest at the Greek Church in Port Jefferson where it hosted 400 participants who traveled from as far away as New Jersey and Connecticut. Music was supplied by Die Schlauberger, a group which features traditional German songs with an added flavor of modern dance tunes. J&R’s restaurants supplied the food which featured Sauerbraten, Bratwurst, Red Cabbage and Sauerkraut. A variety of Oktoberfest beverages complimented the cuisine. Dancers adorned in traditional costumes added an authentic Oktoberfest atmosphere. Proceeds of the event were targeted for use to provide over 150 Holiday Food Baskets and Toys for Children at Christmas.

Patchogue Kiwanis Supports Lighthouse Mission

Receiving a check for $8,250 from the Patchogue Kiwanis Club is Wendy Wood (center) Communications Coordinator of the Lighthouse Mission in Bellport. Holding the check on the left is Jeffrey Vollmuth, Past President of the Patchogue Kiwanis and on the right is current President, Chris Picini. The funds were raised by the Kiwanis Club with the assistance of Tom Perna of AVR Realty. The Lighthouse Mission which is run by Pastor James Ryan provides food to families and children in need, currently 7% of Suffolk County.

Patchogue Kiwanis Tri Club Golf Challenge

Chris Picini, President of the Patchogue Kiwanis Club (from left) presents members of the Southampton Kiwanis golf team with a plaque and check for $500 payable to the Southampton Kiwanis as the winning team of the 2010 Patchogue Kiwanis Annual Golf Classic. Winning Southampton team members here are Justin McCarthy, Treasurer; Jim McMahon, Secretary; Ed Sorenson team member and not shown here, Steve Fellingham.

The Tri Club challenge was made to Lions, Rotary and Kiwanis clubs of eastern Long Island who all participated in the event. The tournament raised funds to support the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, and Child Service activities of the club. Culminating a perfect weather day, the tournament raised over $13,000 with over 80 golfers in attendance. Co-Chairmen Lawless and Picini doubled the proceeds from the previous year and increased attendance by 50%, a stellar accomplishment in a difficult economy. Support by non golfing member volunteers help contribute to the success of the event.

In order to raise funds for sending Kampers to Kamp, the club has purchased 50 kans to be distributed to retail establishments where change is generated by patrons at a register. Kamp Kiwanis lacked sufficient kampers last summer to cover expenses. With the construction of the Patchogue Kiwanis Kabin, it is essential that the Patchogue club help assure the season with the maximum kanmpers possible.

Patchogue Kiwanis Charitable Foundation draws a Lucky Ticket from its Annual Sweepstakes Drawing. With a $20,000 proceed, it promises to help fund the Club’s Charitable Projects for Children. Shown here is Club President, Chris Picini drawing a winning number for one of the prizes. Looking on is George Brush who co-chaired the project with Mark Charvat. Drawing was held Tax Day, April 15th at the Dublin Down Tavern in Blue Point.

Patchogue Kiwanis Club Sponsors 5K Twilight Trot

On Sunday, July 25^th, the run commenced and ended in front of the Patchogue Firehouse on Jennings Ave. Members of the Patchogue Kiwanis and the Patchogue Medford Key Club monitored the USATF certified 5K route and  provided water to the runners. Patchogue Kiwanis Race Chairman, Nick Harding awarded prizes to Audra Zakar (left) of Miller Place who won the women’s competition and Eric Haun (right) of Bayport who won the men’s competition. Over 115 runners participated in this run at thirteen age levels with proceeds going to Child Service Projects sponsored by the Patchogue Kiwanis Club. Patchogue EMS volunteers stood by for contingent emergencies. Also noteworthy is the fact that Chairman Harding recently participated in the Empire State Olympic Games where he placed 4^th in the RaceWalking competition.

Twilight 5K 7/25/10 Overall Results

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Patchogue Kiwanis Hosts a BBQ for 120 Campers at Camp Paquatuck

Annually, members of the Patchogue Kiwanis hold a lakeside barbeque for participants of Camp Paquatuck, a Rotary Camp in near by Moriches, Long Island New York. The camp which is similar to Kamp Kiwanis in Taberg, New York allows a local hands-on interaction with members of the Kiwanis Club. In addition, the Barn Boys, a local club which restores classic cars, displayed their vehicles for the campers to inspect and enjoy. Under the chairmanship of Kiwanian Kenneth Kasper, 25 members and their families prepared and served Kielbasa and Steak to the campers and their councilors. Two 50 year members joined the party and enjoyed a special treat of Root Beer floats. The Patchogue Kiwanis Club also sent 11 local kids to Kamp Kiwanis. Last year, the Patchogue Club completed construction of a cabin at Kamp Kiwanis allowing a greater experience for campers from all over the New York District.

Feeding The Poor

Past President of the Patchogue Kiwanis Club, Angelo Tarantino (right) presents a check for $7,500 to Pastor James Ryan (Center) of  the Lighthouse Mission. Current President, Chris Picini helps display the check. The presentation results from funds raised by the Patchogue Kiwanis Club as a community needs project during Past President’s Tarantino’s recent term of office. The Lighthouse Mission feeds many of the community’s poor and needy families. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to serving one community and one child at a time.

Past Presidents Gather to Raise Funds

Past President, Edward Hughes steams clams for the guests and attendees for the annual event designed to raise funds for Administrative expenses. Chairman, Past President, Glen Charvat assembled his crew at Patchogue Fireman’s Park and cooked Filet Mignon Steaks, Corn and Clams to the delight of all. The club also stands to gain a few new members from the event as well.

May The Road Rise To Meet Ye 4 Miler 3/27/10

      Overall Results |       Results by Gender & Age

Jim Romeo throws great Valentine Bash at the Suffolk Boat Club on Saturday Feb 13th. Over 75 Kiwanians, wives, significant others and guests celebrate St Valentines day with a great Italian meal. Barbara & Paul Vaas entertained everyone with a Dating Game contest won by Joe & Tara Graskemper.

Patchogue Kiwanis scores points with its Annual Pancake Breakfast held Sunday, January 30th at the Patchogue Fire Department. The event was chaired by Eddie Hughes and Frank Virno. Assistance was provided by the members of the Patchogue Medford High School Key Clubs and the Venture Crew. The funds from the event are directed for the support of the club’s sponsored youth projects. Highlighting the affair was the raffle of at 40” Toshiba HD TV.

Patchogue Club Awards Anton Kaiser Fellowship

Robert Walch a Twenty Two year member and Vice President Elect of the Patchogue Kiwanis Club is shown here receiving the prestigious Anton Kaiser Fellowship from the Patchogue Kiwanis Club. On the left is Past President, Kenneth Picard who conducted the ceremonies and on the right is Christopher Picini, President of the club. The Anton Kaiser Fellowship is sponsored by the New York District Foundation. Mr. Kaiser served as New York District Governor and then as President of Kiwanis International in 1978-79. The award is the cornerstone of the foundation which funds charities such as Kamp Kiwanis and the Pediatric Trauma Centers in New York State. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one community and one child at a time. 

May The Road Rise To Meet Ye 4 Miler

The Patchogue Kiwanis Club attracted 100 runners from as far as Washington DC, by sponsoring a 4 mile run moments before the start of the Annual St Patrick’s Parade sponsored by the Village of Patchogue and the Patchogue Chamber of Commerce. The run commenced at Finest Fitness on East Main Street and proceeded westerly through commercial and residential streets and then finished in front of the Patchogue Fire House. In addition, there was a ½ Mile Fun Run in which Kids under 9 competed. Turning points were monitored by Patchogue Kiwanians, Patchogue Medford High School Key Clubbers and Venture Crew, and also by Bellport High School Key Clubbers. Patchogue Kiwanis Race Chairman, Nick Harding awarded prizes to the Winner of the Women’s Overall category, Mandie Samuels, of Washington DC with a time of 26 minutes and 6 seconds and the Winner of the Men’s Overall category, Dan McGrath of Lynbrook with a blazing time of 20 minutes and 29 seconds. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world, one community and one child at a time. 

Patchogue Club Gathers Toys

The Patchogue Kiwanis Club and the Patchogue Medford Key Club joined in with the BrickHouse Brewery’s Annual Toy Trot to raise funds and gather toys for needy kids at Christmas. Annually, the BrickHouse Brewery sponsors a 5K Run and as part of the admissions fee for participants requires a gift toy. The Key Clubbers wrap and classify the toys by age and sex for delivery to churches in the community for distribution to the needy children. This year over 100 runners participated under the guidance of the Bohemia Running Club. While the Key Clubbers wrapped the gifts, the Kiwanians manned the roads for safety and guidance for the runners. Good weather conditions prevailed for the runners and the program was considered a success. 

Holiday Parade

The Patchogue Kiwanis, Patchogue Medford High School Key Club and the Patchogue Medford High School Venture Crew join together to march in the Patchogue Annual Holiday Parade. Each year the Patchogue Kiwanis Club reconstructs and decorates its float to participate in this gala event. Over 70 floats built by Community organizations plus dozens of volunteer fire departments all gathered together to thrill young and old parade watchers along Main Street in Patchogue. This years theme was Charlie Brown and his sidekick Snoppy. Santa Claus highlighted the event with his appearance on the last float. Float chairman, Robert Albanowski, said that this year the building and parading of the float attracted the largest turnout of Kiwanis Family participants.

Patchogue Kiwanis Hosts Thanksgiving Dinner

Members of the Patchogue Kiwanis Club gathered with their families and Patchogue Medford Key Clubbers on Thanksgiving Day to cook and serve some of the community’s needy a full Thanksgiving Dinner at the BrickHouse Brewery where the Kiwanis meets weekly. The Patchogue Medford Key Club joined in on the event by waiting on the tables and serving the participants needs while the Kiwanians manned the kitchen and welcomed the guests. They all took rotational shifts working through the day giving up personal time to help. (Picture 1) from the Left, Kiwanis Club President Chris Picini, Past President, Jeffrey Vollmuth, and President-Elect, Robert Walch are shown here cooking and presenting the portions to be served by the Key Clubbers. (Picture 2) Key Club Advisor, Jeff Martin is shown with some of the Key Clubbers prior to their serving duties. (Picture 3) from the Left, Justin Martin, Jeff Martin, Walter Pepper, Alexandria Pepper, Katrina Hughes, Peter Devine, Nicholas Harding, Jr. and Past President, Edward Hughes post duty at the door to welcome the guests and show them to their tables. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to serving one community and one child at a time.

Thanksgiving Baskets for The Needy

The Patchogue Kiwanis Club joins with its Patchogue Medford High School Key Club to assemble 100 food bags for needy families in the Greater Patchogue area. The baskets included a turkey with all the fixings. Here the assembly crew under the direction of chairman, Glen Charvat, shows off a couple completed bags as a sample of its work. Also, the Patchogue Club hosted needy people for Thanksgiving Dinner at the Brickhouse Brewery Restaurant where the club meets. The club strives to work jointly with its sponsored youth to instill the spirit of serving the community one child at a time.

The Patchogue Kiwanis Club inducts a new Hixson Fellow into Patchogue’s Court of Hixson Fellow Recipients

 George Brush is shown here receiving his plaque and ribbon as the 17th Hixson fellow in the Patchogue Club.  Mr. Brush who has been a Kiwanian for 21 years and is a Past President and currently director of his club, earned his honor with strong and reliable service. The award was presented to him by Diamond Hixson Fellow, Walter Ladick Jr. and the other Hixson fellows of the club. Observing the proceedings from the left in the back row are also Hixson Fellow Past Presidents, Glen Charvat, Jeffrey Vollmuth, Edward Hughes, Angelo Tarantino, Paul Vaas, George Hoag and Thomas Keegan, Jr.. The ceremony took place at Patchogue’s installation banquet held at Lombardi’s On the Bay.

Patchogue Kiwanis Builds Kabin

Kiwanis Motto, “We Build” being exemplified by the Patchogue Kiwanis Club. Shown here are members of the Patchogue Kiwanis Club presenting a check for the construction of a cabin for needy campers at KAMP KIWANIS in Taberg, New York. Albert Norato, Jr. (front left), Patchogue Kiwanis Immediate Past President and Current President, Joseph Barry (front right ) present check to Salvatore Anelli, President of the New York Kiwanis District Foundation which runs the camp. Fellow Foundation Board Member Kiwnanians join the celebration (second row from right) Alan Alterman, Anthony Merendino, Joseph Battista and Mike Siniski. Patchogue Kiwanians looking on (from the left next row) are Walter Ladick, Jr., Edward Hughes, Frank Virno, Jr., Robert Albinowski, Angelo Tarantino, Jeffrey Vollmuth, Brian Kieffer, Robert Walch, Thomas Keegan, Jr,, Chris Picini, and Ken Kasper. The camp is administered by 90 counselors who supervise over 700 campers each year

Raising Funds For Children in Memory of J.P. Brown

Pictured here are participants for twin fund raising projects by the Kiwanis Club of Patchogue. From the left is club President, Angelo Tarantino; chairman of the Patchogue Kiwanis Golf Klassic, Chris Picini; JP Brown’s children, Donna Lunati and Scott Brown and Special Projects Sweepstakes Co-Chairmen, Glen Charvat and George Brush.  Both projects culminated  simultaneously honoring the memory of JP Brown, who was Past Lt Gov. of the Kiwanis Suffolk East Division, Past President of the Patchogue Club and a George Hixson Fellow. Drawing of the Sweepstakes and the Golf Klassic were held at the Bellport Country Club. Recently, the Patchogue Club finished and dedicated a cabin for campers at Kamp Kiwanis in Taberg, New York. The cabin will house 40 campers at a time during this summer’s season. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.

Patchogue Kiwanis sponsors another Builders Club at Ocean Ave Middle School
Past President President Joe Barry joins in the fun at another milestone in Child Service. Under the chairmanship of Mark Charvat,  the club was organized and charted with Jennifer Charvat and Mrs. Nolan as Teacher Advisors. Shown here is the chartering group with the new officers, banner and bell. 

70 Years of Service Celebrated at Annual Charter Night

Shown here are Legion of Honor recipients being recognized for their years of dedication and service. Murry Rosenblatt and Vitro Rizzing received recognition for 50 years and Charlie Falkner for 45 years. Vito and Charlie were not able to attend the event but it was a great evening recalling years gone by. Murray and Kathy flew in from Chicago to join the festivities. Thanks to them both for their extra efforts.

New Furniture for the Pediatric Unit Family Waiting Room at Brookhaven Memorial Hospital
Trying out a rocking chair is Past President of Patchogue Kiwanis and Past Board Chairman at BMHMC, Walter Ladick, Jr.. Looking on from behind is Patchogue Kiwanis President, Angelo Tarantino. On the right of Mr. Ladick is Tammy Cornacchiulo, a registered nurse in the Pediatric Unit. She was responsible for initiating awareness of a need for a new appearance with new furniture and curtains. The walls of the room are painted with a bright and colorful country scene provided by the Splashes of Hope art group. Electronic games and a library of children’s books are provided for the families who are visiting a pediatric patient. Looking on from behind is a contingency of Patchogue Kiwanis members who helped in providing the funds for the purchase of special furniture and equipment  required for the room. The Patchogue Kiwanis Club has provided nearly $500,000 in assistance for the Pediatric Unit since the club’s chartering of the 321 bed hospital in 1954.

Patchogue Kiwanians Gather for a Festive Ladies Night Meeting

Chairman Chris Picini, spearheaded an evening of good casual fun at the Bellport Country Club. Almost 40 Kiwanians and their wives attended the affair.

Jim Romeo Runs Terrific Valentine Party

Shown here is Jim preparing the Antipasto tray along with volunteers of the committee. Over 30 Kiwanians and guests celebrated the holiday with a casual but fun time at the Suffolk Boat Club. Each lady received a long stem red rose and a door prize of a gift certificate to Pine Grove Inn was raffled. The event left a good taste of relaxed fun and camaraderie traditional for the club. More pictures of this

Flipping Flapjacks

The Patchogue Club is shown here advertising its annual Pancake Breakfast at the Patchogue Firehouse on Jennings Ave. Holding the sign is (from left) President Angelo Tarantino, Breakfast co-chairman Ed Hughes and President Elect Glen Charvat. Each year the club invites its two Key Clubs and Venture Crew to participate and jointly raise funds for the club's sponsored youth activities.