Your editor was late to our last meeting, so I missed all of the announcements! But we are back again on Monday, with The Two Rivers YMCA speaking about their NOURISH program! We can hope you can join us!

And here 's this week's message from President Joan!

"As we come back together in 2026, I’m excited for the opportunity to continue driving the mission of the Rock Island Kiwanis Club forward. The new year brings renewed energy, fresh momentum, and countless opportunities to serve our community and support children and families in meaningful ways.

Last week’s program was a wonderful example of the strength and talent within our own membership. A special thank-you to Jeff Condit for stepping in at the drop of a hat to share his Life in Golf. His presentation was thoughtful, inspiring, and impactful. It was a reminder that our personal journeys often hold lessons that resonate far beyond ourselves. Kudos to Jeff for being so well prepared and for leaving all of us with something to reflect on.

Looking ahead, we are excited to welcome Joe Moreno from the NOURISH Program at the Two Rivers YMCA at our next meeting. His work addresses critical needs in our community, and it promises to be another engaging and meaningful program. Please make plans to join us, and don’t forget to bring along a guest. It’s a great way to share what Kiwanis is all about as we continue to Invite, Inform, Inspire, and Impact together in the year ahead."

Announcements

Upcoming Programs:

Monday, January 12th NOURISH, Two Rivers YMCA
Monday, January 19th NO Board Meeting (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Monday, January 26th Dakota Smith and Jamie Nuci, Taking Back the Street
Monday, February 2nd Erica Lee, Safer Foundation and Donald Hunter, Entrepreneur
Monday, February 9th Arron Sutherland, Illinois Casualty Company
Monday, February 16th Board Meeting