Tri-Cities Kiwanis

10/15/2026

Tri-Cities…🏀📚👨‍🏫👩‍🏫 BOOKS VS. BADGES!👮🚓 ⚕🏀 Hoopla is back this October 29th at Lakeshore Middle School. GET 2 (Two) ✅✅ CHANCES TO WIN an EBIKE 🚲🚲...TWO E-Bikes are being Raffled off!
🎟🎟 PURCHASE RAFFLE TICKETS/Admission at these locations:
☑Grand Haven Department of Public Safety
☑The Momentum Center for Social Engagement
☑Kenzie’s Cafe
☑Grand Haven Eagles #925
📲OR CALL Jayne at 616-402-6497 🙂
🔗 Visit to Learn More >>> https://hoopla.tricitieskiwanis.org/
🎟 💲 = $10 for ADMISSION + RAFFLE or $5 for ADMISSION ONLY (at the door)💲🎟
📍At LAKESHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL
🕟 Starts 6PM but come 4:30PM for Food Trucks and More! 🚚🚚
>>>MORE at https://www.facebook.com/tricitieskiwanismi/
📣 Cheer on a unique matchup as Tri-Cities educators face off against local public safety personnel on the court, all while raising support for local children and families through Tri-Cities Kiwanis.
🎟️ Your evening includes:
🏀 Teachers vs. Public Safety basketball game
🎺 School spirit performances
🍿 Concessions
💙 Community fun for all ages
***Whether you're cheering for the teachers, supporting public safety, hoping to win an e-bike, or simply looking for a great night out with family and friends, Books vs. Badges Hoopla is a Tri-Cities tradition you won't want to miss!
📲 For more information, call Jayne: ☎️ 616-402-6497 or email 📧 [email protected]

Purchase Raffle tickets from any Tri-Cities Kiwanis member, or visit Loose Spokes, the Grand Haven Eagles, the Momentum Center, Kenzie B’s Cafe, or Grand Haven Public Safety.

10/15/2026

Tri-Cities and Lakeshore Areas... 🏀🎉 📚 BOOKS Vs. BADGES 🚓 Hoopla event is back! 👇 There's something for everyone!
When: Thursday, October 29, 2026
📍 Lakeshore Middle School
🚚 Food Trucks Open at 4:30 PM
🕕 Doors Open at 6:00 PM
🎟️ Admission + Raffle Entry: $10
🎟️ Admission Only (at the door): $5
>>>Start the evening with food trucks beginning at 4:30 PM🚚, then head inside for a night of basketball, community spirit, giveaways, and family fun.
🔗 https://hoopla.tricitieskiwanis.org
📣Cheer on a unique matchup as Tri-Cities educators face off against local public safety personnel on the court, all while raising support for local children and families through Tri-Cities Kiwanis.
🎟️ Your evening includes:
🏀 Teachers vs. Public Safety basketball game
🎺 School spirit performances
🚲 Raffles for TWO electric bikes
🍿 Concessions
💙 Community fun for all ages
***Whether you're cheering for the teachers, supporting public safety, hoping to win an e-bike, or simply looking for a great night out with family and friends, Books vs. Badges Hoopla is a Tri-Cities tradition you won't want to miss!
📲 For more information, call Jayne: ☎️ 616-402-6497 or email 📧 [email protected]

10/15/2026

🏀📚🚓 Friends of the Lakeshore... BOOKS vs. BADGES HOOPLA 2026 is almost here!!! 🚓📚🏀
>>> Get ready for one of the Tri-Cities' favorite community traditions as our local teachers and officers/first responders battle it out on the basketball court for an evening full of laughs, excitement, and community spirit! 🎉
🗓 Thursday, October 29, 2026
📍 Lakeshore Middle School
⏰ Doors Open: 6:00 PM (get there early!)
🚚 FOOD TRUCKS OPEN AT 4:30 PM! COME HUNGRY!
>>>🔥 Dodger's Doggies - Hot Dogs
>>>🧁 Mary's Southern Sugar - Desserts
🎟️ Admission 💵 $5 Admission (at the door)
***🎟️💵 $10 Admission + Raffle Ticket (do this if you can)
🎉 PLUS ENJOY: 🎺 Grand Haven Band Performances
📣 Cheerleaders
🎁 Prizes & Giveaways
🍿 Concessions
🤣 On-Court Antics & Surprises
🚲🚲 TWO Chances to WIN an Incredible E-Bike from Loose Spokes!

❤️ This isn't just a basketball game... it's a community celebration that helps support programs serving local children and families throughout the Tri-Cities area. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the family, invite your friends, and come cheer for your favorite team!
🔗 Learn More & Get Tickets: 👉 https://hoopla.tricitieskiwanis.org/
Facebook Event Page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/events/2066163784109916
📞 Questions? Call Jayne at 616-402-6497 📧 [email protected]
🏀📚 Who will take home the bragging rights in 2026... the BOOKS or the BADGES? 🚔👩‍🏫
>>> Let's pack the gym and support a great cause! 💙
🏀📚🚔🎉❤️

10/15/2026

💙 Are you a business within the Tri-Cities area? Show your local pride and grow your business footprint!
>>> When local businesses team up with Kiwanis, incredible things happen for our youth. The Books vs. Badges Hoopla brings hundreds of families together to root for educators and first responders—and we want YOUR business in the spotlight.
***We're looking for community-minded sponsors who want to make a tangible difference while boosting their local reach.
📊 Sponsor Packages:
>>> Gold ($1,000): Maximum event & promotional visibility
>>> Silver ($500): Featured signage & marketing recognition
>>> Bronze ($250): Community partner recognition
👉 Ready to invest in local kids?
📞 Call Jayne: 616-402-6497
📧 Email: [email protected]
🔗 Learn more & sponsor online: hoopla.tricitieskiwanis.org

Purchase Raffle tickets from any Tri-Cities Kiwanis member, or visit Loose Spokes, the Grand Haven Eagles, Kenzie B’s Cafe, or Grand Haven Public Safety.

10/10/2026

💙🏀📚🚔 Calling on Local Businesses: Please Join & Sponsor the Team Behind Hoopla! >>>The Tri-Cities Kiwanis "Books vs. Badges Hoopla" isn't just a basketball game. It's a community event that brings together parents, students, educators, first responders, families, and neighbors to support local and regional kids. ❤️
Please visit & Learn More > hoopla.tricitieskiwanis.org
🙏 PLEASE CONTACT US:
🙌 Invest in kids. Strengthen our community.
>>>📞 Call Jayne: 616-402-6497
>📧 [email protected]
***We're looking for business sponsors who want to make a difference while gaining visibility throughout the event.
>>>🥇 Gold Sponsor - $1,000
>>>🥈 Silver Sponsor - $500
>>>🥉 Bronze Sponsor - $250
🔗 Sponsor Details & learn more: hoopla.tricitieskiwanis.org
✅ Event marketing recognition
✅ Event-day recognition and signage
✅ Opportunity to showcase your business
✅ Support a great cause in our community

Purchase Raffle tickets from any Tri-Cities Kiwanis member, or visit Loose Spokes, the Grand Haven Eagles, Kenzie B’s Cafe, or Grand Haven Public Safety.

10/10/2026

Tri-Cities... 📚🚓🏀 Books vs. Badges HOOPLA is BACK! 🏀🚓📚
>>> Join us for an evening of friendly competition, community spirit, and family fun!!! Who will take home the bragging rights... our dedicated educators or our public safety heroes? 👀
WHEN: 🗓Thursday, October 29, 2026
📍 Lakeshore Middle School
🚪 Doors Open: 6:00 PM - BUT>>>***Food trucks at 4:30PM!!! (get there early!) Come HUNGRY! FOOD TRUCKS start serving at 4:30/5:00/6PM:
✅ Dodger’s Doggie's - Hot Dogs 🌭
✅ Mary's Southern Sugar - Desserts 🍪🍰

Bring your friends, family, and school spirit as we cheer on the teams and celebrate the amazing people who serve and support our community every day. 💙💛
***🔗Visit: https://hoopla.tricitieskiwanis.org/ OR https://www.facebook.com/events/2066163784109916 (community, parents, students, more!)
****FOR MORE INFORMATION: 📲CALL "Jayne" at 6164026497 or EMAIL [email protected]
🙌 Presented by Tri-Cities Kiwanis 🏆 Educators vs. Public Safety Heroes 🎉 Fun for all age
🏀🎉

Purchase Raffle tickets from any Tri-Cities Kiwanis member, or visit Loose Spokes, the Grand Haven Eagles, Kenzie B’s Cafe, or Grand Haven Public Safety.

10/10/2026

🏀📚 BOOKS vs. BADGES 🚓💙 HOOPLA 2026 is almost here!
🗓 Thursday, October 29, 2026
📍 Lakeshore Middle School
🔗 Learn More, Visit: https://hoopla.tricitieskiwanis.org/ OR https://www.facebook.com/events/2066163784109916
🚪 Doors Open at 6:00 PM
**Food trucks at 4:30PM!!! (GET HERE EARLY!) Come HUNGRY!
✅ Dodger’s Doggie's - Hot Dogs 🌭
✅ Mary's Southern Sugar - Desserts 🍪🍰
🎟 Admission Only: $5 at the door
🎟 Admission + Raffle Ticket: $10 (advance or at the door)
>>>Join us for one of Grand Haven's favorite community traditions as teachers and officers hit the court for an evening packed with fun, laughs, and friendly competition, all while supporting programs that benefit local children and families.
🏀 Plus, enjoy:
✅ Grand Haven Band performances
✅ Cheerleaders
✅ Prizes
✅ Concessions
✅ On-court antics and surprises
✅ TWO chances to win an incredible e-bike from Loose Spokes!🚲 🚲🎉
***FOR MORE INFORMATION: 📲CALL "Jayne" at 6164026497 or EMAIL [email protected]

>>>🙏This isn't just a basketball game. It's a community celebration that helps support programs serving local children and families throughout the Tri-Cities area. 💙📖 🙌
Do you live in the Tri-Cities or Lakeshore areas? 🙂Gather your family, invite your friends, and come cheer on your favorite team!
🏀💙

Purchase Raffle tickets from any Tri-Cities Kiwanis member, or visit Loose Spokes, the Grand Haven Eagles, Kenzie B’s Cafe, or Grand Haven Public Safety.

10/10/2026

🏀💙💛🗓 Mark Your Calendar for the "BOOKS VS. BADGES HOOPLA" Basketball Game Event!!! 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗲s!
Please come support: 👇
✅ WHEN: Thursday, October 29, 2026 - Doors open at 6PM- start arriving at 4:30pm
✅ WHERE: 🏫 Lakeshore Middle School in Grand Haven
✅ Advance ticket $10, includes raffle entry ~At the door $5, admission only
✅ 2 E-BIKE GIVEAWAY'S! ~ Get 2 CHANCES TO WIN! 🚲 🚲

🙂***LEARN MORE at https://hoopla.tricitieskiwanis.org/
Or our Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2066163784109916
>>>Cost:
☑ Raffle Ticket + Admission, in advance or at the door: $10
☑ Admission Only, at the door: $5
💲 PURCHASE Raffle tickets from any Tri-Cities Kiwanis member, or visit Loose Spokes, the Grand Haven Eagles, Kenzie’s Cafe, Momentum Center or Grand Haven Public Safety.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: 📲CALL "Jayne" at 6164026497 or Email [email protected]

👮‍♂️👮‍♀️👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 This unique event highlights the sports talents of our community members while rallying support for essential Tri-Cities Kiwanis programs supporting children and families. Enjoy a halftime performance by school bands, cheerleaders, concessions, and two chances to win an e-bike (2 bikes); plus plenty of antics on the court from our tri-cities teachers and officers.

Purchase Raffle tickets from any Tri-Cities Kiwanis member, or visit Loose Spokes, the Grand Haven Eagles, Kenzie B’s Cafe, or Grand Haven Public Safety.

09/17/2026

🎉 THANK YOU, Tri-Cities! 🎉What an incredible Bargains & Brews event! The community showed up in a big way, and we couldn't be more grateful for everyone who came out to support this fun-filled day. 💙

From great bargains and local brews to connecting with friends and neighbors, the event was a wonderful success thanks to YOU! 🙌
***A huge thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, vendors, brewery partners, and everyone who attended. Your support helps the Tri-Cities Kiwanis Club continue making a difference for children and families throughout our community. 🌟

We loved seeing so many smiling faces and appreciate everyone who helped make this event one to remember! 🍺🛍️❤️

Stay connected and learn more about our mission and upcoming events: 👉 https://k10786.site.kiwanis.org/
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