February 18th - A Bagel And ..., Manklin Station, Ocean Pines, 8 a.m.
Our breakfast meeting on February 18th will be at A Bagel And ... near the South Gate in Ocean Pines. We will order and pay at the counter and then sit down and visit. In addition to bagels, their menu includes pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and platters.
February 25 - Assateague Room, 8 a.m.
Jen Fela is the Vice President, Programs & Communications for Plastic Pollution Coalition, a U.S.-based non-profit communications and advocacy organization working with global partners to stop plastic pollution at the source. She has engaged with a variety of audiences about the plastic pollution crisis and solutions, including companies, investors, and the general public. She’ll speak about the plastic pollution crisis and what you can do to protect your and your loved ones health from the toxic impacts of plastic and the chemicals in plastic.
To learn more about Plastic Pollution Coalition, go to: https://www.plasticpollutioncoalition.org/
March 4 - Assateague Room, 8 a.m.
Our first meeting of March will be devoted to Kiwanis activities, including members discussing what they do for the Club and presentation of the Kiwanian of the Month award. At our March 4 meeting, Jim Spicknall will talk about what he does for our Club.
At this meeting we will do mixer/scramble seating so that members can get to know each other. Please remember to wear your name badge!
March 7 - Assateague Room, 8 a.m.
Our spring Pancake Breakfast will be held on March 7 in the Ocean Pines Assateague Room from 8 to 11 a.m. The breakfast includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausages, coffee and juice. Tickets are $10 per person, children 10 and under are free. Tickets are available from Kiwanis members or at the door (cash or credit card). Proceeds benefit the children of Worcester County.
March 11 - Assateague Room, 8 a.m.
Our speaker will be Dr. Jon Andes from Salisbury University. Dr. Andes, an esteemed historian, author, and member of the Worcester County Board of Education will present insights from his book, The Legacy of Billy Lee: An American Hero.
Billy Lee, the enslaved manservant of George Washington, accompanied the founding father throughout his remarkable journey—from the colonial frontier to the presidency. For nearly 50 years, Lee not only served Washington but also played a pivotal role in crucial moments, including saving his life on two occasions. Join us for this compelling discussion on a true American hero.
March 18th - Off-site breakfast meeting, 8 a.m.
The third Wednesday of the month we meet at a local restaurant for breakfast. Information for March coming soon.
March 18 - Ocean Downs Casino, 5 - 9 p.m.
Kiwanis will be sponsoring Bingo at the Ocean Downs Casino on March 18. More information is available on the Bingo page.
Save the date - On May 6, Sterling Tavern's Charity Bingo will benefit Kiwanis. More information coming soon.
March 25, Assateague Room, 8 a.m.
Rhonda H. Davis, APRN, CNP, is an Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner at the Pearl Clinic with over 30 years of clinical experience. She holds degrees in Nutrition/Dietetics from Bowling Green State University and Nursing from Johns Hopkins University. Rhonda’s career includes ICU, emergency room, and medical-surgical nursing, plus nutritional consulting through her company, Twilight Nutritional Consultants LLC. She specializes in diabetes and weight management, uniquely combining her expertise as both Registered Nurse and Registered Dietitian to provide comprehensive primary care.
April 1 - Assateague Room, 8 a.m.
Our speaker on April 1 will be from Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services, Inc., a private 501(c)3 non-profit company that has worked in Worcester County for over fifty years. Their mission is simple- help everyone shine! Through mental health services, financial outreach, and youth mentoring and programming, WYFCS finds a way to help families of all types reach their potential and create a long-term path to success. For more information and ways to get involved, visit their website gowoyo.org.
Upcoming Events- The Shine on the Shore Luau 2026 is their biggest fundraiser of the year! Learn more and get tickets on their website.
April 8 - Assateague Room, 8 a.m.
Gloria Dietz, Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT200) with Glo with the Flow Yoga, will speak about how yoga can transform your mind, body and spirit. Gloria brings experience teaching seniors restorative yoga and chair yoga at two private communities. She will share testimonials of how simple yoga movements can help with chronic pain, increase range of motion, sleep better, build strength, improve balance, and so much more. One of her favorite quotes to end each class with is, “If you don’t focus on your wellness, you will be forced to focus on your illness.” Gloria can be reached at glowiththeflowyoga@gmail.com or 410-206-1316.
Remainder of April
The schedule for the rest of April will be available soon.