Nov 22, 2014 | MARATHON, News, Photos
The 49th year of the Kiwanis PV marathon was held on Saturday November 15, 2014 as part of the Lexus LaceUp running series. This is the third year that the race was a half marathon and included both a 10K and 5K run.
One thousand runners participated in the event which started at Pelican Cove in the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and proceeded along the scenic coastal roads of Palos Drive South and along Palos Verdes Drive West into the City of Palos Verdes Estates, returning to finish at Pelican Cove.
The weather was perfect for the 7 am start with the leaders maintaining a 6 minute per mile pace. The half marathon was won by Ryan Buetzer of Hermosa Beach CA in 1 hour 19 minutes and 13 seconds, the 10 K was won by Michael John Stanley of Riverside CA in 37 minutes 50 seconds and the 5K was won by Samuel Silva of Los Angeles CA in 18 minutes 44 seconds.
This was the first year that the pavilion included a wine and beer garden where the runners received a free lunch as part of their entry fee and were able to sit and talk to their fellow runners. The runners also were also able to visit the various other sporting booths at the pavilion.
The Kiwanis of Rolling Hills Estates thanks their many sponsors whose generosity will enable the Kiwanis to support their community scholarships and outreach programs this coming year.
The City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Johannessen Trading Co.
Medawar Jewelers
Torrance Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Group
South Bay Orthopaedic Specialists Medical Center
Shorewood Realtors
Carolyn Elliott
Richard Sherman Trio, Bill Hallett, Joanie Keluche
Jul 23, 2014 | News, Photos, Programs, Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsor Jackie Glass with 2014 Jackie Glass scholars.
Dr. Joyce Campbell and 2014 Kiwanis Club of RHE Scholars.
The 2014 Scholarship Awards Dinner was a great evening! Awards were presented to high school seniors and continuing scholars from Palos Verdes and the surrounding community that were selected for their leadership skills and in return were asked to pay it forward in the future.
Joyce Campbell, Ph.D., P.T., chair of the Scholarship Committee thanks everyone who helped make it a success: Rori Roje for candidate selection; Carolyn Price for invitations; Kathy Chu for programs; Erin Ruymen for RSVPs; Herb Stark for treasurer duties; Evelyn Salinas for table and podium decorations; Karen Held for her special presentation to Candace Johnson; Benjamin Carter for photography; Richard Sherman for music; and Jackie Lowe, Private Event Director for Los Verdes Golf Course for her personal attention to our event and her continuing support of KRHE. And one more, huge thank you to everyone who raised funds throughout the past year!
Sep 30, 2013 | Fundraising, Key Club & KIWINS, Photos, Programs
Concerts are shared with various children groups. Tickets are provided courtesy of the Kiwanis and supported by the Key Club members.
Hi Everyone,
I just wanted to thank the club for the concert support every year. When I am looking at 400 tickets on my dresser it is comforting to know that I can count on the club. The Boys & Girls Club was there as well as Volunteers of America members. I had wonderful e-mails from them after the show.
I can’t believe the turnout for the concert is larger every year with attendance of 400 people raising well over $10,000.
Next year will be benefit concert #50 on September 20, 2014 at the Armstrong. Please save the date. It will be special and emotional.
Thanks so much for your support every year. We are back at the Holiday Inn on Thursday and Terranea on Saturday as usual.”
Richard
Shermanpianoman.com
Jun 1, 2013 | Photos, Programs, Scholarships
Twenty-one scholarships were awarded by the Kiwanis Club of RHE on May 31, at an evening ceremony overlooking the ocean at the Los Verdes Golf Course. High school seniors from Palos Verdes and the surrounding community were selected for their academic achievement, service and what the club calls “heart.” Students may apply for merit or for both merit and financial need. In addition, prior KRHE scholarship recipients who are doing well and who have continued financial need may apply for continuing scholarships. The continuing scholar “Hall of Fame” is impressive. Since the inception of the continuing scholar program 4 years ago, the Hall of Fame includes: a BS and MBA graduate from MIT; a BS and MS graduate from Stanford; and a BA/BS graduate from USC. All three are young women who will carry their Kiwanis mentorship forward. One continuing scholar, who is earning two degrees from Georgetown and Columbia Universities, was a child who attended Project Shoe when she was in the second grade! How time flies! Who knew she would be an international scholar?
The Kiwanis Club of RHE awards ceremony is special for many reasons. One of the most important features is the special recognition of parents, grandparents, guardians and significant others of the recipients. The “families” receive a folder with a letter of recognition for the family’s efforts, a copy of the student’s biography to share with friends and family, and an heirloom copy of the program. It is an evening to remember!
All of the scholarships are made possible by those who donate to our scholarships and to our other club charities. The Palos Verdes Half-Marathon, 5-K and other events provide the majority of funds for the KRHE activities. During this time of fiscal insecurity and economic crisis, it is important to remember that clubs like Kiwanis give back far more to the community than they receive. THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE SPONSORS!
The 49th year of the Kiwanis PV marathon was held on Saturday November 15, 2014 as part of the Lexus LaceUp running series. This is the third year that the race was a half marathon and included both a 10K and 5K run.
The weather was perfect for the 7 am start with the leaders maintaining a 6 minute per mile pace. The half marathon was won by Ryan Buetzer of Hermosa Beach CA in 1 hour 19 minutes and 13 seconds, the 10 K was won by Michael John Stanley of Riverside CA in 37 minutes 50 seconds and the 5K was won by Samuel Silva of Los Angeles CA in 18 minutes 44 seconds.
