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Kiwanis Rough Risers, Serving the needs of children in the Cedar Valley

05/28/2026

It's been a few weeks since we posted some club activity. We are in the heart of our Kettle Corn popping season - some for area schools and some to raise money for our club.

We have also had some outstanding speakers. A member of the Waterloo Exchange Club talked about their involvement with AFIL and creating a Memorial Day Flag presentation.

Jennifer Bainbridge from Re/Max Realty talked with us about the challenges of the real estate market.

Cory Hurless, from the Hearst Center for the Arts, brought information about their summer programs.

Our own Bob Dickinson shared a historical perspective on time pieces and what makes them Tick Tock.

04/16/2026

Today's program featured Matthew Borsheim, manager of the Waterloo Bucks baseball team. He told us about the team, season tickets, group events and their family hosting program. For more information, you can find them at
https://northwoodsleague.com/waterloo-bucks/

04/08/2026

Our club meeting this morning featured one of our own members, Stan Engel. He talked about his family, his travels, his love of bicycling, and his faith. He shared he is a member of Kiwanis because of our mission and values. Thanks Stan!

03/25/2026

This morning, Jessi Hanson (L) and Ronda Coyner (R), presented a program on Give Kids a Smile, a program at Hawkeye Community College in their dental program. 71 kids will get free dental care - Exam, Cleaning, and even filling cavities or pulling teeth - all at no cost to the parents. Thanks for bringing this program to our club.

03/11/2026

This morning, George Phillips and two of the interns from Boys And Girls Club of Waterloo, shared their mission and work with our club.
"Since 1967, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Cedar Valley has been there for kids and families when they need us the most, offering after school programming at no cost. Our membership is open to all youth ages 6-18, and our club members have access to a wealth of programming that has the power to positively shape and change their lives." (from their website.)

02/18/2026

This morning, the Rough Risers were pleased to hear from Katelyn Tungland from Grow Cedar Valley. She shared that their organization is "dedicated to promoting business growth and economic stability through collaboration with local and state leaders."
Check out these websites to learn more about Grow Cedar Valley.
www.growcedarvalley.com
https://livethevalley.com/

02/11/2026

At our meeting today, we heard from the business "Restore Independent Mobility, Inc. Their purpose is to put "affordable power of mobility under the people that need it for their own independence and well-being."
They restore electric wheelchairs and scooters and get them to people who need them in order to stay independent.
You can learn more about their work on their website:
www.restoreindependentmobility.org

This gentleman gave us an overview of their work.

01/29/2026

On Saturday, December 6, our Kiwanis Rough Risers club partnered with the Cedar Valley JayCees to engage youth in Giving to Others - and it was a SUCCESS!

The Gift of Giving event is an annual event where we can provide elementary school children with the opportunity (and funds) to purchase Christmas gifts for their family members.

Early in the morning, over 60 children gather at a local UAW center, where they are paired with adult volunteers. Together, they travel to Blain’s Farm & Fleet, where each child is given a $45 shopping credit to buy gifts. After shopping, they return to the UAW center to wrap their presents, enjoy breakfast, and meet with our magical Santa.

This heartwarming event creates lasting memories for all involved.

01/28/2026

It's been a while since I've added to this page. Today, Jennifer Dunkin of Best Version Media talked about her business. They provide "local marketing solutions for business, integrating print, digital ads, and online reputation tools to amplify your brand in the community." (from their website)

12/19/2025

Cake at 7:00 a.m.? YES! Lauren Baker from Nothing Bundt Cakes brought her business and samples to our club this morning. A wide variety of small cakes were given to our members to sample and enjoy.

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Cedar Falls, IA
50613

Website

http://cfkiwanisroughrisers.blogspot.com/

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