To give primacy to the human and spiritual rather than to the material values of life.
To encourage the daily living of the Golden Rule in all human relationships.
To promote the adoption and the application of higher social, business, and professional standards.
To develop, by precept and example, a more intelligent, aggressive, and serviceable citizenship.
To provide, through Kiwanis clubs, a practical means to form enduring friendships, to render altruistic service, and to build better communities.
To cooperate in creating and maintaining that sound public opinion and high idealism which make possible the increase of righteousness, justice, patriotism, and goodwill.
History of the District
Today, the New England District of Kiwanis consists of 21 divisions and 140 Kiwanis Clubs. In 1918 when Kiwanis was just starting in New England, it was a different story.
The first club in the District was in Boston, MA, organized on March 2, 1916 (the 14th in Kiwanis). Kiwanis Clubs were then charted in Bridgeport, CT; Hartford, CT (July 15, 1916); Worcester, MA (November 11, 1916); and Springfield, MA (January 10, 1917).
The organization of the New England District occurred on November 15, 1918, in Worcester, Massachusetts. There were thirteen clubs in the district at that time. Charles S. Webster of Portland, Maine, was the first governor. He was re-elected the next year at a Springfield MA meeting, and he served until October 8, 1920. At the 1920 convention in Holyoke, MA, Thomas E. Babb, Jr. was elected and he, too, was reelected and served until the end of 1922.
Kiwanis came to Bermuda with the opening of the Kiwanis Club of Hamilton in 1971-1972.
Important message from Governor John Falconer regarding Mid Winter Conference
Hello Kiwanians
For the past few days we have been monitoring the situation with the Coronavirus and the affect it would have on our Mid-Winter Conference this coming weekend. As the days progressed, the spread of the virus continued to expand so that it now involves far more than it did a week ago. The outlook over the next days and weeks does not look any better.
Over the weekend I asked Bart Stevens to determine what the cost to the District would be if we were to cancel the event. Bart was able to report back that the Holiday Inn in Mansfield would waive all fees and charges if we cancelled by 5 PM Monday. Once it was determined that there would be no financial impact on the District, I made the decision to cancel the event and refund all registration and meal fees paid.
The decision to cancel was not taken lightly and it was a hard decision to make. But when consideration was given for the health of our attendees there really was only one alternative.
The hotel is going to make a mass cancellation of all room reservations made as part of our block of rooms. If you made your room reservation and received the Kiwanis rate there is no need to call the hotel and cancel. However if you made a reservation outside of our block of rooms you need to call and cancel the room. If you were quoted a rate other than $112 per night, you need to call and cancel your reservation.
Thank you for your understanding and also thank you for your continued commitment to Kiwanis and the communities we serve.
Governor John
One week until the New England & Bermuda District of Kiwanis Midwinter Conference! Are you registered? Registration closes tomorrow, March 8.
Why should you attend? Here are the TOP TEN reasons to register by tomorrow! - Kiwanis Speed Networking Friday evening - Hear from Circle K Governor Angela Haglund at Saturday's breakfast session, hosted by the Past Lt. Governors Committee - Lt. Governor Kayt Turner will be taking free headshot photos that you can use on your club website, in your club newsletter, or on social media - Kiwanis 101 "30-minute Power Sessions" about International Convention, Club Nominations and Elections, and the new *free* Kiwanis website platform - A two-hour training session for club officers - SEVENTEEN workshop sessions to choose from, organized into three tracks: Membership Growth, Service, and Club Leadership & Operations - Enthusiastic and knowledgeable workshop presenters: John Falconer, Bart Stevens, David Wyskiel, Will Bradford, Elyse Denorfia, Gayla Bartlett, Michelle Algiere Hill, Denis V. Murphy II, Brian Cofrancesco, Foster M Crawford, Kayt Turner, Dawn Wood Fitzgerald, Brad Cassin, Bob Willey, Sandra Mack, and Kiwanis International Area Director Emily Sharp - Hands-on service projects sponsored by the EKiwanis Club of New England and Bermuda - Updates from the Kiwanis Foundation of New England at Saturday's lunch - Divisional Meetings with your Lt. Governor
Don't miss out! Register today and review the final Conference Agenda at newenglandkiwanis.org/events/midwinter-conference. See you in Mansfield, MA! ... See MoreSee Less
About the District
The Objects of Kiwanis
To give primacy to the human and spiritual rather than to the material values of life.
To encourage the daily living of the Golden Rule in all human relationships.
To promote the adoption and the application of higher social, business, and professional standards.
To develop, by precept and example, a more intelligent, aggressive, and serviceable citizenship.
To provide, through Kiwanis clubs, a practical means to form enduring friendships, to render altruistic service, and to build better communities.
To cooperate in creating and maintaining that sound public opinion and high idealism which make possible the increase of righteousness, justice, patriotism, and goodwill.
History of the District
Today, the New England District of Kiwanis consists of 21 divisions and 140 Kiwanis Clubs. In 1918 when Kiwanis was just starting in New England, it was a different story.
The first club in the District was in Boston, MA, organized on March 2, 1916 (the 14th in Kiwanis). Kiwanis Clubs were then charted in Bridgeport, CT; Hartford, CT (July 15, 1916); Worcester, MA (November 11, 1916); and Springfield, MA (January 10, 1917).
The organization of the New England District occurred on November 15, 1918, in Worcester, Massachusetts. There were thirteen clubs in the district at that time. Charles S. Webster of Portland, Maine, was the first governor. He was re-elected the next year at a Springfield MA meeting, and he served until October 8, 1920. At the 1920 convention in Holyoke, MA, Thomas E. Babb, Jr. was elected and he, too, was reelected and served until the end of 1922.
Kiwanis came to Bermuda with the opening of the Kiwanis Club of Hamilton in 1971-1972.
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Important message from Governor John Falconer regarding Mid Winter Conference Hello Kiwanians For the past few days we have been monitoring the situation with the Coronavirus and the affect it would have on our Mid-Winter Conference this coming weekend. As the days progressed, the spread of the virus continued to expand so that it now involves far more than it did a week ago. The outlook over the next days and weeks does not look any better. Over the weekend I asked Bart Stevens to determine what the cost to the District would be if we were to cancel the event. Bart was able to report back that the Holiday Inn in Mansfield would waive all fees and charges if we cancelled by 5 PM Monday. Once it was determined that there would be no financial impact on the District, I made the decision to cancel the event and refund all registration and meal fees paid. The decision to cancel was not taken lightly and it was a hard decision to make. But when consideration was given for the health of our attendees there really was only one alternative. The hotel is going to make a mass cancellation of all room reservations made as part of our block of rooms. If you made your room reservation and received the Kiwanis rate there is no need to call the hotel and cancel. However if you made a reservation outside of our block of rooms you need to call and cancel the room. If you were quoted a rate other than $112 per night, you need to call and cancel your reservation. Thank you for your understanding and also thank you for your continued commitment to Kiwanis and the communities we serve. Governor John
New England & Bermuda District of Kiwanis is at Holiday Inn Mansfield-Foxboro Area.
3 weeks ago
One week until the New England & Bermuda District of Kiwanis Midwinter Conference! Are you registered? Registration closes tomorrow, March 8.
Why should you attend? Here are the TOP TEN reasons to register by tomorrow!
- Kiwanis Speed Networking Friday evening
- Hear from Circle K Governor Angela Haglund at Saturday's breakfast session, hosted by the Past Lt. Governors Committee
- Lt. Governor Kayt Turner will be taking free headshot photos that you can use on your club website, in your club newsletter, or on social media
- Kiwanis 101 "30-minute Power Sessions" about International Convention, Club Nominations and Elections, and the new *free* Kiwanis website platform
- A two-hour training session for club officers
- SEVENTEEN workshop sessions to choose from, organized into three tracks: Membership Growth, Service, and Club Leadership & Operations
- Enthusiastic and knowledgeable workshop presenters: John Falconer, Bart Stevens, David Wyskiel, Will Bradford, Elyse Denorfia, Gayla Bartlett, Michelle Algiere Hill, Denis V. Murphy II, Brian Cofrancesco, Foster M Crawford, Kayt Turner, Dawn Wood Fitzgerald, Brad Cassin, Bob Willey, Sandra Mack, and Kiwanis International Area Director Emily Sharp
- Hands-on service projects sponsored by the EKiwanis Club of New England and Bermuda
- Updates from the Kiwanis Foundation of New England at Saturday's lunch
- Divisional Meetings with your Lt. Governor
Don't miss out! Register today and review the final Conference Agenda at newenglandkiwanis.org/events/midwinter-conference. See you in Mansfield, MA! ... See MoreSee Less
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