❯ President’s Message ❯ Recent Highlights Winter Carnival 2026 Kids Kloset Tour February Interclub Meeting Mid-Coast Maine Charter Event NH Veterinary Clinic Dinner Hooksett Food Pantry Tour SLP “March Madness” Meeting

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President’s Message

Recent Highlights & Successes

Winter Carnival – 2026

Despite the cold weather, this year’s Winter Carnival drew a strong turnout. Guests enjoyed entertainment and more than 60 vendors, including a wide variety of food options. The sense of community was felt throughout the day, and we are already looking forward to an even bigger celebration in 2027!

A heartfelt thank you to all of our vendors, volunteers, and community partners who helped make this event a success:

Questions or feedback? Reach us at [email protected]

Tour at Hooksett Kiwanis Sponsored Kids Kloset

Members took an inspiring tour of the Kids Kloset, a Hooksett Kiwanis-sponsored resource that provides clothing and essentials for children in our community. Seeing this program in action was a meaningful reminder of why we serve.

Interclub Meeting at North Conway Country Club

Members joined fellow Kiwanians at an interclub meeting hosted by the Mount Washington Valley Kiwanis, with clubs from Laconia, Colebrook, Hooksett, and Mount Washington Valley all in attendance.

The gathering brought together an impressive group of leaders, including a Past Governor, two current Lt. Governors, several Past Lt. Governors, and New England & Bermuda District Board Members. Their shared experience helped spark meaningful conversations about the mission of Kiwanis and the many ways clubs are serving their communities.

Each club shared highlights of their service work, with common themes including a strong focus on literacy and pride in their Service Leadership Programs. It was also a wonderful opportunity to celebrate upcoming and recent milestones:

• Hooksett — 25 Years
• Colebrook — 50 Years
• Mount Washington Valley — 50 Years
• Laconia — 100 Years

Mid-Coast Maine Kiwanis Charter Event

Despite another New England snowstorm, Hooksett members traveled to Brunswick, Maine to celebrate the chartering of the Mid-Coast Maine Kiwanis Club at Curtis Library. The new club begins with 18 charter members and welcomed guests from across New England and Bermuda, with 15 clubs represented and more than 35 attendees in total.

District Governor Adam Wright, along with several Past Governors, attended to mark the occasion. Governor Wright delivered an inspiring message recognizing the hard work that went into forming the new club and encouraging continued growth and service. The event also featured a shared lunch, fellowship, and a gift basket raffle supported by visiting clubs — helping give the new club a strong start in serving their community.

Dinner Meeting: Harris Center Presentation

At our February dinner meeting, we were pleased to welcome Mike and Helen Dutton, formerly from the Harris Center for Wildlife. Their presentation offered members a wonderful look at the work being done in our region to care for animals and support the community.

Tour at Hooksett Kiwanis Sponsored Hooksett Food Pantry

Members toured the Hooksett Community Food Pantry — another proud Kiwanis-sponsored resource serving residents in need. The pantry is located at 35 Main Street, Hooksett, NH 03106, and can be reached at (603) 485-7222. Hours of operation:

• Monday — 9:30–11:30 AM
• Tuesday — 2:00–4:00 PM
• Wednesday — 9:00–11:30 AM & 3:30–5:30 PM
• Thursday — 2:00–4:00 PM
• Friday — Closed

For more information, visit hooksettkiwanis.org.

Kiwanis SLP “March Madness” Meeting

We hosted a fun and engaging evening with four of our six Service Leadership Program clubs:

• Hooksett Memorial K-Kids
• Hooksett Cawley Builder’s Club
• Hillside Builder’s Club
• Manchester Central Key Club

While we missed Pinkerton and Trinity Key Clubs — who had prior commitments — we look forward to celebrating with them soon.

Students shared the impactful service work they are doing in their schools and communities. The evening also featured college sports trivia, with teams made up of students and Kiwanis members. Congratulations to Hooksett Memorial School for taking home the trophy!

We were also pleased to welcome SNHU Associate Athletic Director James Gassman, who spoke about careers in collegiate athletics and opportunities beyond playing sports.

Save the Dates — Upcoming Events

📋 About the Annual Meeting — May 13 This is an important evening for our club as we gather to vote on key items for our membership. We also encourage anyone who has considered getting more involved to think about serving on the Board or stepping into a Leadership role which follows a multi-year progression  → President-Elect → President → Immediate Past President. This structure provides continuity, support, and strong leadership for the club.

Serving on the board is a great way to have a voice in shaping the future of Hooksett Kiwanis and expanding our impact in the community. If you are curious to learn more but not quite ready to commit, members are always welcome to sit in on a board meeting — typically held via Zoom.

Member Milestones

June

Susan Willey	Since 2010
Todd Lizotte	Since 2014
Barry Cogan	Since 2014
New England Tap House	Since 2016
Caryl Pawlusiak	Since 2020
Sandra Guide	Since 2022
Matthew Hanson	Since 2022

🎂 Member Birthdays

April Barry Cogan Susan Willey Jocarol Woodburn Timothy Sweeney Caryl Pawlusiak David Masciarelli Kevin Lane Frederick Bishop III Sidney Baines

May John Pieroni

June Doris Scarpetti Amy J. Merrow Mark Glisson

Get Involved

Committee Opportunities There are many ways to get involved, from open committee chair positions to one-time volunteer opportunities. We encourage all members to connect with committee leaders to find ways to share their time and talents in support of our community. Clubs do not thrive without volunteers — even a little effort from many goes a long way.