january
january dcmThe first DCM of 2017 is coming up!
Why is this DCM at such an early time? Well, at this DCM, we will be serving breakfast for a fee of $2! Some foods to be served are: waffles, pancakes, fruits, and more! Not hungry? Then join us for a blanket making service event! It is highly encouraged to bring your own scissors and measuring tape to be able to work on the blankets! Don't forget to sign-up below and come in pajama attire! Where? Bellflower Kiwanis Hall (9302 Laurel St, Bellflower, CA 90706) When? Saturday, January 21 from 9 am to 12 pm |
conclave 2017At Conclave, delegates vote for the Lieutenant Governor Elect that will be installed at District Convention (DCON) 2017 in April. Conclave is a professional event, please arrive on time with the proper attire.
Common questions about Conclave: Q: Can members attend conclave too? A: Yes, everyone in the division is encouraged to attend. Members can ask questions during the candidates caucus session, however only delegates can vote. Q: Will food be served? A: Food will not be served and you are encouraged to bring snacks. There will be breaks during the event in which you can eat your snack. Q: What if I have to leave early? A: If you must leave early, please depart during the breaks. However if you need to leave and the breaks have already passed, or haven't happened yet. You may quickly leave in between candidates' time, do not leave during a candidate's speech or caucus. Don't forget to come in Semi Formal/Business Attire! Where? Stephen White Middle School (22102 S Figueroa St, Carson, CA 90745) When? Saturday, January 28th, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Delegates, please be sure to arrive promptly by 11:50 AM. |
FEBRUARY
FEBRUARY DCMIs ball your life? At this upcoming DCM, there will be a 3v3 basketball tournament! If you'd like to sign up, please be sure that you contact your club president with three names for your team. Each team must pay a fee of $15.
Don't feel like playing basketball? Come hang and chill with your fellow ninjas at the park! When? Saturday, Feb. 25, 1 pm - 5 pm Where? Mayfair Park (5720 Clark Ave, Lakewood, CA 90712) |
march
lakewood runThe Lakewood 5K/10K Run is a family friendly marathon event, hosted by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's and Soroptimist International of Lakewood-Long Beach. At the run, we will be helping out with various tasks. If you intend to volunteer, please fill out the form below.
When? Saturday, March 4th from 6:30 am to 11 am Where? 5130 Clark Avenue, Lakewood, California 90712 (north of the Pacific Theatre building, between the Super Mex and Black Angus restaurants) |
april
division banquetThe 2016-2017 term recently ended on Sunday, April 9th. We will be reviewing what all of us have accomplished together as an ohana during the 2016-2017 term and saying our final farewells to our senior members.
Please make sure to let us know if you'll be attending by filling in our sign-up sheet located at the bottom of this post! Also, somebody bring tissues. :'( When? Saturday, April 15th from 5 PM - 9 PM Where? Bellflower Kiwanis Hall Attire? Semi-formal |
april joint dcmThis will be the first DCM of the 2017-2018 term! We'll be hanging with the monkeys and making dog toys! To make the dogs toys, we'll need old T-shirts, so please bring some!
When? Saturday, April 29th from 2 PM - 4 PM Where? Bellflower Kiwanis Hall Attire? Spirit |
MAY
color block WALKThe Color Block Walk is an event that is hosted by the City of Long Beach and City Fabrik. This event will be a colorful demonstration of a pedestrian trail. At this walk, we will be volunteering in throughout the event, in set up, and in clean up.
If you intend to go, please be sure to sign up below! The three different shifts are as follows: Set Up: 7 am - 10 am Event: 10 am - 2 pm Clean Up: 2 pm - 4 pm Where: Myrtle Ave and 67th Street When: Saturday, May 6th |
tour of long beachThe Tour of Long Beach is a cycling event that supports the Jaques Children's Cancer Center at Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach. At this event, we will be helping runners register, sign in, set up, cheer on runner, hand out medals, etc.
When: Friday May 12 and Saturday May 13 There are different shifts that are held on different days at different locations, please be sure to remember your shift information from the sign up sheet. * The first sign up deadline has passed. There is another opening for the El Dorado shift. Please sign up below if you plan to attend. The El Dorado shift will be at El Dorado Parking Lot. |
salem BrunchAt this event, we will be helping to serve brunch, along with other various tasks.
When: Saturday, May 20th Time: 7am-1pm Where: Bellflower Kiwanis Hall (9302 Laurel St. Deadline to Sign Up: Sunday, May 14th Shifts for the Salem brunch can be found below! *Bellflower schools will receive priority for this service event |
compton community clean upWe will be helping the Compton Initiative organization by painting houses and doing other tasks for the Compton Community.
When: Saturday, May 20th Time: 8am-12pm Where: 811 N Northwood Ave Compton, CA90220 *Long Beach Schools will receive priority for this service event |
long beach pride paradeAt this event, we will be helping out in various tasks at the Long Beach Pride Parade
When: Sunday, May 21st Time: See shifts below! Where: 2635 Ocean Blvd., Long Beach (between Molino & Temple St. | There will be a volunteer check-in tent there.) Deadline to Sign Up: Sunday, May 14th Shifts for the Pride Parade can be found in the spreadsheet below! |
may dcm picnicGood afternoon ninjas! This upcoming DCM will be a picnic potluck at Discovery Well Park! Below is a list of foods each school is responsible for.
Main Course: Mayfair, Poly, Sato Academy, St. Joseph Drinks: St. Anthony, Cabrillo, Gahr, Wilson, Somerset Desserts: Bellflower, Millikan, Jordan Snacks: Bosco, Rancho Dominguez, McBride When: Saturday, May 20th Time: 2pm-5pm Where: Discovery Well Park (2200 Temple Ave, Signal Hill, CA 90755) |
alamitos beach clean upHelp us clean up the beach so that we can create a safer and cleaner environment for other beach goers!
When: Sunday, May 28th Time: 10am-11am Where: Beach Access Rd. and Shoreline Dr. |