Elbert Hudson, a Kiwanian for more than 40 years and retired Superintendent of Schools in Lee County received the George F. Hixson Fellowship from the Kiwanis Club of Richmond in recognition of his many years of service.
The Kiwanis International Foundation Board of Trustees created the George F. Hixson Fellowship in 1983 to honor the first Kiwanis International President. Hixson, who served from 1916 to 1918, holds the distinction of being the only leader to serve two terms as Kiwanis International President. Overall, his record accounts for more than 50 years of dedication to Kiwanis service.
Individuals establish membership through a US$1,000 contribution. New George F. Hixson Fellowship members receive two numbered medallions bearing the likeness of Hixson. Both hang from a blue and white ribbon. One is encased in a walnut and velvet shadow box for display, and the other is worn at formal Kiwanis functions. Also awarded is a tie tack/lapel pin.
The Kiwanis Club of Richmond designated the contribution in Hudson's name go to the Kiwanis International Worldwide Service Project which during the past decade, had collected more than $75 million, which allowed nations to implement salt-iodization programs. Worldwide, Iodine Deficiency Disorder rates declined significantly. Kiwanis currently has a goal to collect a minimum $3 million in net contributions to build on and sustain this success.
Herman Lamb, who is recovering from a major illness, was likewise awarded a George F. Hixson Fellowship by the Kiwanis Club of Irvine-Ravenna. The club members will presnt the Hixson to him at a later time.
November 1-30:
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Kiwanis Family Month This event is a time for each
sponsored program and the Kiwanis International Foundation to
promote Kiwanis club involvement. During this month, the foundation
launches its Annual Club Gift Campaign, and it allows sponsored
clubs Kiwajunior, Circle K, Key Club, Builders Club, and
K-Kids to establish special programs or projects with the
new administration of their Kiwanis clubs.
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Aviation History Month Anniversary of aeronautical
experiments in November 1782 by Joseph Michel Montgolfier and
Jacques Etienne Montgolfier, brothers living at Annonay, France.
The brothers experimented with filling paper and fabric bats with
smoke and hot air, leading to the invention of the hot-air balloon,
man's first flight, and the entire science of aviation and flight.
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American Diabetes Month American Diabetes Month is
designed to communicate the seriousness of diabetes and the importance
of proper diabetes control and treatment to those diagnosed with
the disease and their families. For information, contact: American
Diabetes Association at 800-DIABETES or visit their Web site.
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Family Stories Month November starts out with crisper
weather and ends with the gathering of family and friends around
the table, which makes November the perfect month to start telling
and saving family stories. For information: Scrapbook Storytelling,
3460 Hampton Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri 63139; phone, 314-353-6100;
e-mail; Web site.
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I am so Thankful Month This month is dedicated to
giving thanks and counting your blessings daily. Share with others
the things for which you are thankful. For information: Nancy
J. Lewis, PO Box 342, Fayetteville, Georgia 30214; phone, 404-559-7614;
e-mail.
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National Alzheimers Disease Month To increase awareness
of Alzheimer's disease and what the Alzheimer's Association is
doing to advance research and help patients, their families and
their caregivers. For information: Alzheimer's Association, Nicolle
Heller, 919 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1100, Chicago, Illinois
60611; phone, 800-272-3900 or 312-335-4037; e-mail; Web
site.
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Peanut Butter Lovers Month Celebration of America's
favorite food and number one sandwich. For information: Peanut
Advisory Board, 1025 Sugar Pike Way, Canton, Georgia 30115; Web
site.
November 1
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European Union Anniversary The Maastricht Treaty
went into effect this day, formally establishing the European
Union. The treaty was drafted in 1991. By 1993, 12 nations had
ratified it. In 1995, three more nations ratified the treaty.
The European Union grew out of the European Economic Community
which was established in 1958.
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National Family Literacy Day Family literacy programs
bring parents and children together in the classroom to learn
and support each other in efforts to further their education and
improve their life skills. For information: National Center for
Family Literacy, 325 W. Main Street, Suite 200, Louisville, Kentucky
40202; phone, 502-584-1133 or 877-FAMLIT1; e-mail; Web
site.
November 8
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National Parents as Teachers Day To pay tribute to
the more than 2,600 Parents as Teachers programs located in 50
states and six countries. These programs give parents support
and guidance to be their children's best first teacher in the
critical early years. For information: Parents as Teachers National
Center, 10176 Corporate Square Drive, Suite 230, St. Louis, Missouri
63132; phone, 314-432-4330, e-mail; Web site.
November 20
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National Great American Smokeout Day A day observed
annually to celebrate smoke-free environments. For information:
American Cancer Society, Corporate Communications Department,
1599 Clifton Road NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30329; phone, 404-329-5724;
Web site.
November 21 - 27
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National Adoption Week To commemorate the success
of three kinds of adoptioninfant, special needs and intercountrythrough
a variety of special events. For information: National Council
for Adoption, 1930 17th Street NW, Washington, DC 20009; phone:
202-328-1200; e-mail; Web site.
For email contacts and web sites of the above go to: http://www.kiwanis.org/pr/inciter/
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