This Week at the Clubs

Flag Football Playoffs - November 9, 10, 16 & 17

The Boys & Girls Clubs Flag Football Playoffs start on Monday, November 9 at Cleveland Park. On the 9th, the 10-12-year age division plays with the #1 Thornberry Bulldogs taking on the #4 Leslie Lions and the #2 East Side Eagles playing the #3 WyCo Panthers. The winners of each game will meet on Monday, November 16 for the championship game.

On Tuesday, November 10, the 7-9-year age division takes the field in a hotly-contested division where two teams remain undefeated. The #1 WyCo Panthers will play the #4 Hawthorne Hawks while the #2 Thornberry Bulldogs will battle the #3 Leslie Lions. Winners of those games will advance to the championship game on Tuesday, November 17. Good luck to all teams!

Multi-Cultural Holiday Event - November 20

Club youth from all sites will come together to celebrate the holidays as well as cultures from around the world at this annual event. The youth are already working hard to hone their talents and prepare for this special evening. The event will be held at the Truman Memorial Building (416 W. Maple) in Independence, MO from 6:00-8:00 p.m. We encourage and invite everyone to come out and join us! For more information, contact Elaine Allen at (816) 861-6300.

Help Your Favorite Charity! - Ongoing

Recent economic times have been hard on non-profits across the country and the Boys & Girls Clubs are no exception. But there is a way you can help! Last year, Congress extended through 2009 the charitable IRA rollover provision, which allows those ages 70 1/2 or older to make tax-free distributions of up to $100,000 direct from an IRA to a qualified charity like the Clubs. Businesses can help the Clubs as well by taking advantage of the newly enhanced deductions for donations of qualified food, books, and computer equipment. For more information on how you can help the Clubs, check with your tax advisor.

Leahy Chiropractic Discover Wellness Month - Month of November

Do you have family or friends who could benefit from chiropractic care? As part of an annual community service project, Leahy Chiropractic is offering a special promotion for evaluations throughout the month of November that will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs. Individuals can be evaluated for a $25 donation or entire families can be evaluated for a $50 donation. The offer is good for initial consultation, examination and x-rays as needed. Only cash or checks will be accepted and all proceeds will go to the Clubs! Leahy wants your family to stay healthy, naturally! Call (913) 341-2800 for more information.

Current Club Needs!

*Swim Suits/Trunks *Health Care Products *Office and School Supplies *Televisions *Board Games *Refrigerator *Pool Tables *DVD Players *Ping Pong Tables *Exercise Equipment *Lifejackets *XBox/Wii/Playstation *Furniture *Fish Tanks *Construction Paper *DVD Movies

These items and many more are currently needed at the Clubs. If you would like to donate one or more of these items from our Wish List, please call (816) 361-3600 x229 or email giving@helpKCkids.org. For the full Club Wish List, visit our web site at www.helpKCkids.org.