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1949 Norris King, President of the Parkville Club and Malcolm Niefield, Past President, along with members of the Towson Club, determined a need to form a club in the Loch Raven area. A membership drive took place at the Arnolia Church on Joppa and Oakleigh Roads, but, unfortunately, the membership drive was not successful. One year later, J Henry Frick, Lt Governor of the Baltimore City Club, and C Walter Cole, past Governor of the Towson Club, along with Noris and Malcolm called upon Ernie Trimble, an attorney, and Steve Stevens, a real estate management official, to canvass the Loch Raven community These men were able to solicit sufficient individuals to form the Kiwanis Club of Loch Raven. The Capital District Governor at that time was D Hurd Good from Martinsville VA. Most of these Charter Members were educators, a few were attorneys, as well as a sampling of individuals who owned and maintained businesses along Loch Raven Boulevard. Dec 4 1950 Club received its Charter 12-4-50. Charter members: Frederick J Beste, Jr, John F Bosdie, C Marshall Covelly, James M Crosby, PF Cuttino, George S Ennis, Jr, Albert B Hargreaves, Dudley C Hoffman, John R Kirkpatrick, Harvey W Kreuzburg, Jr, Clarke Langrall, John D Lombardi, Charles MG MacVicar, Ralph R Martin, Jr, William J McDonald, Louis P McIntyre, Frank A Muzzullo, Donald J O'Rourke, Carmen F Palumbo, Harold K Plantholt, Herbert R Ricketts, Carl "Dusty" Rhoades, Maurice W Roberts, Robert J Shockley, O Ellsworth Stevens, Ernest C Trimble, William H Walker, G Thomas Weiss. 1951 On February 1, 1951, Charter Night was held at the Charles Room at the Belvedere Two hundred people were in attendance at the cost of $600 per person. The famous talent show was born (And the label "Honest Ernie" was coined). The first fund raiser was selling Buyer's Guides within the village. Visitations were started to Prince George's Cottage at the Maryland Training School. The club's first meeting place was the Orchard Inn Later, it was moved to the Loch Raven Elementary School. During the first year, the club lost many members but still managed to survive. 1952 Steve was called "the model president" because he modeled Marlboro shirts and was seen on billboards throughout Baltimore. The budget for that year: income $1,293, dues $16 per person, expenses $1,171, and social committees $450. The Vocational Guidance committee was formed. A carnival was the fund raiser under the direction of Jack Masket. The President's scrapbook had its beginning. Peerce's Plantation was engaged for the club's meeting place. As a new club, we tied with the Glen Burnie Club for first place in the divisional standings. 1953 The club continues growth and prospers. 1954 Kiwives (an organization for the wives of members) begins. Hillendale Swim Club project starts The pool leased for $4,000 per year. The famous flag sales found Paul Cox selling flags to the community of Loch Raven and, we note, Paul was wearing a cast on his broken leg $2,210 was realized. Loud shirt and tie night begins. Formation of the first scholarship fund had $50 set aside. This was the year of the Kiwanis Rabbit Sweepstakes. The club along with the Optimists clubs, sponsored the Little League Parade. The Board of Directors approves no more than 10% of pool profits could be used for general club activities. 1955 Fund raising activities consisted of a Spring Dance, Flag Campaign, and a Halloween Dance. 1956 Kiwanian of the Year begins. Lou dies in office The Hillendale Pool is dedicated in his name. 1957 Inducted 10 new members. Instituted the Kiwanisgram, a newsletter. The Board of Directors elected first vice president via a conference call. Budget for services was $1,860. Members assessed for Charter Night deficit. 1958 Hired Don Kiddy as permanent Pool Manager at the Hillendale Swim Pool. 1959 Cash on hand was $1,92957. Budget was $2,500. End of year balance amounted to $2,37000. 1960 Board voted to form a Kiwanis Marching Band. Charter Night cost was $1400 per couple. 1961 Scholarship fund of $700 was established. Club dues raised from $18 to $22 per year. Loch Raven Band united with the Recreation Council Band and became known as the Kiwanis Recreation Band. Towson Kiwanis granted us the privilege of forming a Key Club at Calvert Hall College (high school). 1962 Crusade began to eliminate the comma from The Pledge of Allegiance so that it would read "One nation under God" instead of "One nation, under God". Donated $400 to Camp Greentop for Crippled Children. Service budget was $3,41000. 1963 Negotiations begin with Dave Endy Enterprises by Jack Masket for members to man booths at the Eastpoint Carnival. 1964 Service budget of $3,800. 1965 Developed a printed Code of Ethics for each resident in Loch Raven VillageAdministrative budget was $4,000. On March 24, 1965, club purchased the Valley Pool for $60,000 and spent over $20,000 for repairs. 1966 All activities centered on new poolselling memberships, landscaping and planting trees, refinishing bathhouses, etc. Meeting facility was relocated from Peerce's Plantation to the Hansom House Three months later, meetings were moved to Andy Wargo's house on a temporary basis. 1967 Meeting moved to Holiday Inn-North. Club members were privileged to be guests of the Governor on board his yacht, Maryland Lady Bill Jensen, then a member of the House of Delegates, arranged the evening. 1968 Began annual crab feast at the Valley Pool. 1969 Club members involved in Vice President's Ball honoring Ted Agnew, (The Vice President of the United States). 1969 - 1970 Membership grew to all time high of 74. Club actively campaigned for Ellis Stroup to be elected Governor of the Capital District (Ellis was elected but was unable to assume office due to business obligations and relocation). 1970 - 1971 Multi-service award winner for district. Honored Ted Agnew with a Kiwanis International Life Membership for his leadership and personal achievements in Kiwanis. Intensive efforts to purchase the farm became a reality. 1971 - 1972 Will Fox began International Relations Night. Henry Klemkowski initiated the much-anticipated Charlestown Races trip. 1972 - 1973 Club donated the scoreboard at Loch Raven Senior. Tornado hits Hillendale pool causing $1,000 worth of damage. Club went international when we inducted Ismael Blanco from Columbia, South America as a member. Began sponsorship of science fair at Immaculate Heart of Mary School. 1973 - 1974 A year of reevaluation. A campaign was designed to determine whether members truly intend to be active in Loch Raven Kiwanis, and devote their volunteer time to community service. Several resigned and those who elected to remain became the nucleus for a stronger and more viable club. 1974 - 1975 The memorable Williamsburg Christmas party took place under the supervision of Joe Maranto. Will Fox awarded 12th Division Kiwanian of the year. The club assumed a permanent sponsorship of the Towson Fourth of July Parade from the Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce The general chairmen were Joe Maranto and Howard Bottinge.r 1975 - 1976 Several members traveled to Jamaica for an interclub with Jamica's four active clubs the May Pen Club, the South Clarington Club, the Kingston Club, and the Montego Bay Club. Held the Jack Kohler production of the American Revolution. 1976 - 1977 Valley Farm was purchased on 9-1-77. Under the guidance of Earl Mull, gardening plots measuring 30' x 30' were available for rent at $1500 as a fund raising project. 1977 - 1978 Planted over 300 red and golden delicious apple trees on farm. Hosted Dutch and Belgium visitors. The famous Bill and Pat Jensen egg nog was introduced. Club ranked first place nine (9) times that year within the divisional standings. A day care center was established at the Kiwanis Valley Farm. 1978 - 1979 Memberships for the Valley Pool became a priority because of the loss of members to the new Jewish Community Center in Pikesville Every effort was made to stabilize existing pool members. 1979 - 1980
G Paul Cox awarded 12th Division Kiwanian of the Year. Established the Long Range Planning Committee that negotiated the sale of Valley Poo.l Meetings moved from Holiday Inn (North) to The Kirkwood House. Sold Valley Pool (21 acres) on 12-29-80 and the farm (54 acres) on 5-14-81. Kiwanis Loch Raven Foundation established through the efforts of Paul Cummings. The Foundation is organized as a non-profit corporation under the laws of the State of Maryland Proceeds from the sale of the Valley pool and farm were deposited in a Club Foundation account These funds were invested to earn the highest possible return They are used to subsidize the club's service budget and special projects The officers and directors are completely separtate from the club's officers and directors Foundation members monitor, advise, and report to the general membership concerning the investments of our 501C foundation The reporting of the funds status is made to the club's board at least quarterly but as frequently as the board deems necessary. Anyone may contribute to the Foundation through an outright gift, a bequest, a gift of life insurance, a memorial gift, or a charitable gift. Began involvement with Towson Spring Festival selling Philadelphia soft pretzels as a fund raiser. Became main sponsor of the Towson Fourth of July Parade with Joe Maranto as the chairman of the parade and Paul Creamer as the Grand Marshal.l 1981 - 1982 Assisted Western Maryland College in developing programs for deaf and blind students Coordinated by Ed Kilcullen. Joe Maranto awarded 12th Division Kiwanian of the year. 1982 - 1983 Several members attended the first overseas International Convention in Vienna, Austria. Received Governor's Proclamation that January is Kiwanis International Month. January 21, 1983 was proclaimed Kiwanis International Day. 1983 - 1984 Memorial scholarships were introduced in the names of John Burns, Pete Phillips, Donald Benson and Frank Thornton. Hillendale Pool leasing comes to an end Loch Raven Kiwanis is out of the pool business. 1984 - 1985 Every effort was devoted to maintaining existence of club. Annual crab feast moved to Libertini's. Involved with professional fund-raiser featuring Henny Youngman at Loch Raven Senior High School. Charlie Harward elected governor of Capital District. 1985 - 1986 Ron resigns after one month in office. Joe Maranto voted into office (second term). Agenda: A Time of DecisionDisband, merge, or unite? 1986 - 1987 President for second term. Increased community involvement. Hillendale Elementary mentoring project begins. Plaques placed in local hotels and motels to identify times and places of nearby church services. 1987 - 1988 Membership increases. Concentrated involvement with Key Clubs, Circle "K" Clubs, and Youth Program under the guidance of Chairman Scott Hunter. 1988 - 1989 Club reaches Charter Strength. Formed and sponsored Perry Hall Kiwanis breakfast club. First woman, Beth Adamitis, becomes member. Began Single Mothers Returning to College Scholarships. 1989 - 1990 Continued growth and expansion. Russian Consulate accepts invitation to address interclub. Activities centered on celebration of Kiwanis International's 75th anniversary. 1990 - 1991 First woman President Club is viable with a good financial base and enthusiastic, growing membership. 1991 - 1992 Presented prenatal unit at GBMC with a check for $15,000. 1992 - 1993 Scott elected as Capital District administrator of Key Club. Presented a check for $15,000 to St Joseph Medical Center for purchasing laproscopic surgical instruments. 1993 - 1994 Sponsored a very successful Miracle Mile to benefit Children's Center at Johns Hopkins. 1994 - 1995 Concentrated efforts to have members be more community oriented. Resumed involvement with Towson Fourth of July Parade as a divisional project. Returned to club strength. 1995 - 1996 Second term in this office. Begin bi-weekly dinner meeting at the Towson Country Club. 1996 - 1997 & 1997 - 1998 Single Service Award/Coal Section for club's safety sticker program was highlighted in the Kiwanis International Magizine. Established Terrific Kids Programs at Pleasant Plains Elementary and Halstead Academy. Assisted reopening of Loch Raven mini-library by donating computers. Supplied sound system and golf cart to Camp Puh Tok. Assisted in fun activities at St Vincent's Children Center and Genesis Elder Care. 1998 - 1999 Continued the tradition of excellence associated with the club. Initiated an educational program at each meeting consisting of past history and important facts regarding Kiwanis International and our club. Established a new fund raising program with the IDD SKIP-A-MEAL Program. Helped to provide a new Hillendale Tot Lot. Instrumental in assuring the success of the Globe Program at Pleasant Plains Elementary. 1999 - 2000 Second term in office. Membership increased by two. Club met the Kiwanis International IDD goal by awarding two Hixsons. Committed $5,000 for the purchase of playground equipment for the new Loch Raven playground. Increased yearly scholarship fund to $20,000. Formed Builders Club at Dunbarton Middle School. 2000 - 2001 The year 2000 - 2001 was a year of celebration and a year of accomplishments for the Kiwanis Club of Loch Raven In December the club marked its 50th year of service to the Loch Raven Community with a gala event held at teh Hillendale Country Club and attended by 150 former and current members, their spouses and guests Joseph Maranto was the Chairman of teh 50th Anniversary Celebration which included displays of the activities that the club sponsored from 1950 to the present, the awarding of a Hixson Fellowship to Ernie Trimble, the first president of the club, a video presentation of the history of the club and a formal dinner freflecting the warmth and friendship of our "Kiwanis Family". During the year our club grew by 3 members thanks to our membership chairman, Bob Marta Two of our members were elected to posts beyond our club Andrew Haag was elected ats the Lt Governor 2001-2002 and Joseph Maranto was elected as the Capital District Fundation Trustee for Division 12. Community activities included the following:
In addition to activities outlined above, the club made the following donations
Administratively, the club established a Sexual Harassment Policy, a Kiwanian of the Year Policy and a new web site. 2001 - 2002 Theme for 2001-2002 was PARTICIPATION Fall activities included Magic show at St Vincent's Children's Home, Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets for needy families. Started Bingo games at Genesis Nursing Home on a monthly basis. Began Power point presentations to attract new members As a result we added three new members. The Towson Town festival was an overwhelming fun raising success, with receipts totaling over $2000 Introduced a new food product (Pork BBQ) and it was extremely well received. Members attended over 25 interclubs. Board of Directors tackled many sensitive issues(1) The elimination of mandatory billings for Charter Night and (2) Revisions to the reimbursement schedules for conventions Both of these items required patience, tack and the ability to compromise. Year End: 1132 Projects Completed, 1173 Service Hours, $16,017 Spent, 21 Interclubs 2002 - 2003 The Loch Raven Kiwanis Club had a banner year of service projects and fundraising events These projects and events enabled the club to produce over 2,500 man hours and give approximately $35,000 to many organizations and individuals in our community who work for the betterment of children and families In addition to the community projects, the following administrative changes developed: 1) The club by-laws were updated to reflect the new changes through 6-25-2002 Because of unforeseen circumstances beyond anyone's control, the club lost 5 members during the year and the club had to relocate our meeting facility due to renovations of the Towson Country Club We regrouped and moved ahead by evaluating the remaining members giving them projects that best suited their talents and interests. The club received much recognition within the Capital District and the 12th Division in 2002-2003 by receiving the District's Interclub Award and resuming our very successful annual pancake breakfast. Year End: 123 Projects Completed, 1279 Service Hours, $29,515 Spent, 12 Interclubs 2003 - 2004 Year End: 97 Projects Completed, 1218 Service Hours, $4,175 Spent, 11 Interclubs 2004 - 2006 Administrative: Implemented a 2 year term of Officers and Board Effective November 1, 2004. Moved Board meetings to Hillendale Community Center Revised Club's Budget process on spending. Hosted the first Inter-club of the year with Capital District Governor Installed 7 new members - Hugh Monaghan, Charlotte Maranto, Teresa KEller, Clayton Wright, Sue Pfeiffer, Katie Barone, and Jane Zeman. Approved policies on "K" of the Year-Hixson award-Travel reimbursements-Harrassment policy Completed inventory of Storage locker. Negotate a free fee on storage locker Club's Kemper Funds placed under the guidance of the Foundation Modified Club and Foundation Bylaws. Changed charter night structure. Finalized attendence-No call policy. Arranged many social events - BMA-Races, Naval Academy Breakfast-Dinner Theater, and Special dinner gathering. Placed monthly articles in Village Crier and in Towson Times Co-Sponsored Mid Winter Conference at Hunt Valley. Two members elected as LG Division 12. Projects: Eleminated July 4th Fireworks to be replaced by distributing 1500 flags to homes in Loch Raven Village. Hosted Russian Educators, Placed 4 new road signs on various streets in L/R-Village Pancake breakfast was a success - combined our efforts with the Upper Chesapeake Club. Helped established Annie's playgroung Provided food baskets to the needy families at Christmas and Thanksgiving Conducted Monthly Bingo Games at Genesis Nursing home along with Upper Chesapeake Club Awarded Teacher, Fireman, and Policeman of the year awards Provided 10 scholarships to deserving high school students and nursing candidates. Donated blood at local blood bank Provided program s at St Vencents Home Created a New Member Pamphlet for distribution. Donations: $100 to Tsunami Relief and $3,000 to the Katrina Disaster Fund. K-Family: Discontinued builders club at Dunbarton Middle and preparing to establish a Terrific Kids club at Pleasant Plains Elementary School. 2004-05 Year End Statistics: 80 Projects Completed, 1251 Service
Hours, $2,219 Spent, 13 Interclubs 2006 - 2007 Year End: 57 Projects Completed, 765 Service Hours, $12,642 Spent, 8 Interclubs 2007 - 2008 Year End: 140 Projects Completed, 1544 Service Hours, $12,576 Spent, 16 Interclubs 2008 - 2009 Year End: 163 Projects Completed, 1318 Service Hours, $4,621 Spent,12 Interclubs 2009 - 2010 Year End: 110 Projects Completed, 1282 Service Hours, $11,209 Spent, 8 Interclubs, $400 CD Foundation 2010 - 2011 Year End: 124 Projects Completed, 1703 Service Hours, $12452 Spent, 7 Interclubs, $1100 CD Foundation 2011 - 2012 2012 - 2013 2013 - 2014 2014 - 2015 2015 - 2016 2016 - 2017 2017 - 2018 2018 - 2019 2019 - 2020 2020 - 2021 |