Kiwanis Club of Muskego

Muskego Kiwanis Club 2011 Raffle

2011-08-29T11:01:00.001-05:00

Muskego, Wisconsin - August 29, 2011 - The Muskego Kiwanis Club, a service club dedicated to fostering opportunities for children and youth here in Muskego and an affiliate of Kiwanis International, would like to thank the following businesses who have so generously donated prizes for the club’s annual raffle, which was held this past weekend at Muskego Fest. In no particular order, they are:

Walmart - Muskego
Associated Bank - Muskego
Elliot’s Ace Hardware - Muskego
Frey Automotive
Grebe Bakery
Muskego Warehouse Beer & Liquor
Rozman’s True Value
Tres Locos

Additionally, the club would also like to acknowledge the following winners of this year’s raffle:

Jill Sheets: 47” Vizio HDTV and home theater surround sound system
Josie Rautmann: Packers photo featuring Aaron Rodgers and Clay Matthews with the Lombardi Trophy
Sue Werner: Pair of Brewers tickets
Dawn Olson: Pair of Brewers tickets
Ed Horwath: BBQ grill
Lori Berg: Tres Locos gift certificate
Ariel Mendez: Tres Locos gift certificate
Sarah Pitrof: Elliot’s Ace Hardware gift certificate
David Taube: Rozman’s True Value gift certificate

“We’re extremely grateful to our sponsors and ticket buyers,” said Michael J. Pierski, president of the Muskego Kiwanis Club and an attorney with Muskego Legal Center, LLP, adding, “Without any of them, fulfilling our mission of serving the children and youth of Muskego would not be possible. It’s as simple as that.”

The Muskego Kiwanis Club encourages all to patronize the businesses mentioned here, if possible.

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Aaron S. Robertson, Immediate Past President
(414) 418-2278
aaron@boldlyinnovative.com

A Big Thanks from the Muskego Kiwanis Club

2011-08-17T11:38:00.000-05:00

Muskego, Wisconsin - August 17, 2011 - The Muskego Kiwanis Club, a service club dedicated to fostering opportunities for children and youth here in Muskego and an affiliate of Kiwanis International, would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who have donated their time, talent, and resources to the club so far this year. In no particular order, they are:

InPro Corporation
Papa Joe’s Chicago Style Grill
Grebe Bakery
Walmart - Muskego
Matty’s Bar and Grille
Frey Automotive
Pick ’n’ Save - Muskego
Speedway Gas Station - New Berlin
The Timothy and Marilyn Robertson family
Portabella’s Pasta and Pizza Restaurant, New Berlin
Basse’s Country Delight Farm Market
Jensen Environmental Management, Inc. - Muskego
Attorneys Angela M. Soltis and Deborah L. Skurulsky of Muskego Legal Center, LLP
Sign-A-Rama - Greenfield

"We're extremely grateful for all the help we’ve received this year from a wide variety of businesses and individuals, both here in the community and nearby," said Michael J. Pierski, president of the Muskego Kiwanis Club and an attorney with Muskego Legal Center, LLP, adding, "There would simply be no way we could fulfill our mission of providing various learning and recreational opportunities for the children and youth of Muskego without the help that we receive from the broader community. It means so much to us.”

The Muskego Kiwanis Club encourages all to patronize the businesses mentioned here, if possible.

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Aaron S. Robertson, Immediate Past President
(414) 418-2278
aaron@boldlyinnovative.com

Muskego Kiwanis Club Tree Sale on Saturday, 4/30/11

2011-04-13T14:48:00.000-05:00

On Saturday, April 30, 2011, the Muskego Kiwanis Club will be holding its annual tree sale from 8 AM to 12 Noon at two locations:

•Pick 'n' Save in Muskego
•Speed Way in New Berlin (corner of Moorland and Beloit Roads)

Black Hills Spruce trees come in two sizes:

•12" to 16" seedlings for $2 each
•16" to 20" seedlings for $4 each

In addition to trees, we also have cocoa bean mulch for $4 a bag (2 cubic feet).

For further information or advance orders, please contact Dave at (262) 679-1101.

All purchases are greatly appreciated and help us make a difference in the community! Thanks so much for your support!

Join the Muskego Kiwanis Club for an Open House

2011-01-17T05:21:00.000-06:00

We thought you would like a personal invitation . . .

The Kiwanis Club of Muskego (a Kiwanis International affiliate) cordially invites you to drop in and attend a post-holiday open house.

What: Open House

Who: YOU (and everyone interested in community service, leadership and networking.)

Where: Trinity Café at St Paul’s Lutheran Church

S66 W14325 Janesville Road

Muskego, WI 53150-2607

Date: Thursday, January 20, 2011

Time: 5:45 - 7:30 p.m.

Cost: FREE to you (and all who attend!)

Light hors d'oeuvres, beverages and good conversation will be served!

Stop in, visit, relax, learn about community service and leadership opportunities in Kiwanis, see the beautiful new St. Paul’s facility, and meet friends new and old!

Short program at 6:15 p.m. features a Boy Scout Troop 18 Color Guard presentation, a brief informational program regarding the Kiwanis Club of Muskego and the evening’s host, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

Please RSVP if possible, but please attend regardless!!!

RSVP to either: Michael Pierski at (262) 679-5395 or pierski@juno.com

or: Marguerite Ingold at (262) 679-2163 or in-gold@execpc.com

“Kiwanis is for Kids”

Muskego Kiwanis Tree Sale on April 24th

2010-03-31T07:32:00.001-05:00

On Saturday, April 24th, the Muskego Kiwanis Club will be holding its annual tree sale from 8 AM to 12 Noon at two locations:

Pick 'n' Save in Muskego
Speed Way in New Berlin (corner of Moorland and Beloit Roads)

Black Hills Spruce trees come in two sizes:

12" to 16" seedlings for $2 each
16" to 20" seedlings for $4 each

In addition to trees, we also have cocoa bean mulch for $4 a bag (2 cubic feet).

For further information or advance orders, please contact Dave at (262) 679-1101.

All purchases are greatly appreciated and help us make a difference in the community! Thanks for your support!

Help the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

2010-03-12T09:45:00.001-06:00

As many of you may be aware, Aaron Robertson, president of the Muskego Kiwanis and Intrepid Innovations Inc., is participating in the 2010 Man & Woman of the Year competition that raises funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

The 10-week fundraising campaign officially kicked off last night (March 11th) during a fantastic reception hosted by Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in Brookfield. The campaign will end on May 20th with a formal gala held at Boerner Botanical Gardens in Hales Corners.

We invite you to visit Aaron's fundraising page to learn more about him and the cause, and we kindly ask that you consider a donation. Donations in any amount are greatly appreciated and are tax-deductible. Help make a difference in someone's life today at:

http://wi.mwoy.llsevent.org/pledge/index.cfm?mid=AARON

Thank you!

Kiwanis President Joins Fight Against Blood Cancers

2009-12-15T11:06:00.002-06:00

For Immediate Release

Robertson joins fight against blood cancers

Muskego, Wisconsin - December 15, 2009 - Aaron S. Robertson announced today that he will be participating in the friendly fundraising competition for the Wisconsin Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's title of Man of the Year for the Milwaukee region.

The LLS's Man and Woman of the Year competition is held over a ten week period each spring, and raises critical funds and awareness for such things as medical research, education and outreach, and aid to patients battling leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood cancers. The man and woman who raise the most funds for the local region will go on to compete in a national competition. A separate regional competition in the state will be simultaneously unfolding in the Madison area, with those top fundraisers advancing to the national competition, as well.

The 2010 Milwaukee competition will run from March 11th through May 20th.

Robertson, 26, is a 2007 graduate of Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee, where he earned a major in Political Science, minors in Sociology and Philosophy, a certificate in Integrated Leadership, and a non-credit certificate for a course in entrepreneurship. During his time at Stritch, among his other accomplishments, he served as president of the student government, Model United Nations Club, and Philosophy Club, which he co-founded.

He is author of the book, Beyond Majors and G.P.A.: A Real Philosophy for College and the World Ahead, which he wrote while still in college; has been a correspondent for the Muskego Chronicle since October 2007, reporting primarily on city government news; and contributes articles on entrepreneurship, business, leadership, history, politics/society, and other topics as a freelance writer.

Robertson is co-founder and president of Intrepid Innovations Inc., a firm specializing in Web design, graphic design, Internet marketing, and consulting. The company also operates the Intrepid Networking Club for college students, recent graduates, and young professionals.

Additionally, Robertson has been a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for the City of Muskego since May 2008 and the Census Committee for the Village of Hales Corners since June 2009.

Robertson's memberships and affiliations include: Muskego Area Chamber of Commerce (Ambassador); Hales Corners Chamber of Commerce (Board member); Muskego Kiwanis Club (President); PRO Alliances; Milwaukee Area Professionals (MAPs); the Marketing/Promotion Study Group, Mayor's Task Force on Economic Development, City of Muskego; and the National Writers Union, UAW Local 1981.

For further information, contact:

Aaron S. Robertson
Intrepid Innovations Inc.
P.O. Box 151
Muskego, WI 53150
(p) 414.418.2278
(e) aaron@boldlyinnovative.com
(w) http://www.google.com/profiles/aaronsrobertson

Club Photo Gallery

2009-12-04T12:33:00.006-06:00

A Kiwanis board meeting, December 2009.

Benny Lewis (left), president and coach of the Muskego Chargers/Junior Warriors - affiliated with the All-American Youth Football League - receives a $400.00 check from Aaron Robertson, the president of the Muskego Kiwanis Club, at its meeting on January 27, 2010.

Why We're Kiwanis/Testimonials

2009-12-04T12:31:00.003-06:00

To help give you a more meaningful, personalized look into our club and why we choose to be Kiwanis, following are testimonials by some our members:

"I joined the Kiwanis club of Muskego because I wanted to serve my community and make it a better place for all those who live here. I have found that Kiwanis’ mission statement, “Serving the children of the world”, fits very well with my mission in life, to treat others as I would want to be treated. The youth programs we support are vital to this community, whether it be Boy or Girl Scouts, youth football, local school clubs, or general things like school conservation projects, Spooktacular, or safe post-prom parties. I am especially proud about the way Kiwanis International has helped to rid the world of child iodine deficiency. We also help all ages through our support or the local food pantry, ringing the bell for Salvation Army, and buying books for the library. I get great satisfaction from working with my friends in this Kiwanis club to raise the funds for these wonderful programs. We also become close friends as we care about each other through the years, when members go through sicknesses or loss. It is a wonderful way to donate my time and get back more that I put in. I would be glad to talk to anyone interested in joining us." -- Rev. Steve Kersten

"I've been a Kiwani for only a couple years or so now, but I absolutely love it. The friendship and camaraderie, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others is truly rewarding in so many ways." -- Aaron S. Robertson

Robertson Becomes President of Muskego Kiwanis Club

2009-12-04T12:26:00.002-06:00

Aaron S. Robertson was installed as president of the Muskego Kiwanis Club on October 28.

Robertson, 26, is an author, journalist, and the president of Muskego-based Intrepid Innovations Inc. He is also active in the Muskego Area Chamber of Commerce, serving as one of its ambassadors; is a board member of the Hales Corners Chamber of Commerce; and serves on the City of Muskego's Zoning Board of Appeals.

Goals for his one-year term include building on club membership and exposure in the community, and working to strengthen relationships with the other service clubs and organizations in the city.

The Muskego Kiwanis Club meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at Waukesha State Bank, S69 W15273 Janesville Road (intersection of Janesville Road and Princeton Drive).

Those interested in learning more about the Muskego Kiwanis Club or attending a meeting as a guest are invited to contact Robertson either by phone (414.418.2278) or e-mail (aaron@boldlyinnovative.com).

For further information on Kiwanis generally, please visit http://www.kiwanis.org/.

Our Contributions to Muskego

2009-11-29T19:54:00.006-06:00

All Kiwanis clubs are dedicated to one cause: serving the children of the world. Muskego's Kiwanis Club is no exception.

Each year, the Kiwanis Club of Muskego helps in supporting a wide variety of projects and programs that, directly or indirectly, impact the lives of Muskego youth in a profound way.

Some general ways we provide support to the Muskego community:

Help to revitalize neighborhoods
Organize youth sports programs
Educate our children
Assist in developing programs for people with disabilities
Assist in highway clean-up

Some of our past and current notable contributions to the Muskego community include:

We have provided financial assistance toward the final projects of Eagle Scout candidates
Contribute each year to a scholarship fund organized through the city's Parks and Recreation department that awards needs-based grants to families who would like to enroll their children in a Parks and Rec. activity or program, but cannot afford the full cost
Bell ringing for the Salvation Army each Christmas

Calendar of Speakers

2009-11-29T19:34:00.016-06:00

For the vast majority of our general meetings, we bring in a speaker from an outside organization or business to educate our membership and guests on a topic of interest.

Following is our speakers roster for 2010:

January 13: NO SPEAKER, HOLIDAY PARTY
January 27: Benny Lewis, Coach, Muskego Chargers Football

February 10: Donald Winze, Founder, New Berlin Table Tennis Center
February 24: Judy Gunkel, Alzheimer's Association, SE WI

March 10: Tom Fuszard, presenting on amateur radio and its role in public service
March 24: Hon. Paul F. Reilly, candidate for Wisconsin's District II Court of Appeals

April 14: Iva Richards, The Plowshare Center
April 28: Marge Stueber and 2009-10 international students from Muskego High School, AFS

May 12: Caitlin Virtue, Wisconsin chapter, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
May 26: John R. Johnson, Mayor of Muskego, doing a Q+A on proposed Bring Back The Lake project

June 9: MEETING CANCELLED
June 23: Waukesha County Supervisor Kathy Chiaverotti, discussing Janesville Road project

July 14: Julie Frahmann, Muskego Food Pantry
July 28: NO SPEAKER, KIWANIS KRUISE

August: 11: Joined by four members of Oconomowoc's Kiwanis club
August 25: Rebecca Kleefisch, Republican candidate for Lt. Governor

September 8: NO SPEAKER
September 22: NO SPEAKER, ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR 2010-11

October 13: Dr. Joe Schroeder, Superintendent of Muskego-Norway Schools, discussing upcoming school district referendum
October 27: Dennis Durham, Muskego chapter, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)

November 10: Marcie Stutzman, Salvation Army
November 24: Doug Roskopf, Coach, Junior Warriors Football

December 8:
December 22:

When We Meet

2009-11-29T19:00:00.003-06:00

The Kiwanis Club of Muskego holds its general meetings on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month in the Community Room at Waukesha State Bank, S69 W15273 Janesville Road (intersection of Janesville Road and Princeton Drive, just east of Moorland Road).

Meetings begin at 12:00 noon and end by 1:30. At these meetings, any necessary club business is addressed. Lunch is catered in by Matty's Bar and Grille, and we usually have a speaker present from anywhere between 25-40 minutes or so.

We welcome you to attend one of our meetings as our guest! Please see a Club member for further information, or contact Aaron Robertson, president, at: aaron@boldlyinnovative.com or (414) 418-2278.