Our sister club, the Long Beach Kiwanis Club, recently hosted an impactful community event that brought together local law enforcement and approximately 750 students at Jefferson Middle School. On November 7th, the “Kids and Cops” program created valuable opportunities for police officers and students to connect through various activities, including friendly basketball games and interactive demonstrations.
Students had the chance to explore police vehicles and learn about specialized units, including forensics equipment, providing them with a firsthand look at law enforcement operations. The Long Beach Kiwanis Club showed their commitment to youth in our community by donating 1,200 backpacks, each filled with a Frisbee, stress reliever, commemorative pin, and notebook.
Jefferson Leadership Academy students playing basketball against police officers.
This successful event demonstrates how Kiwanis clubs in Long Beach are working to foster positive relationships between law enforcement and young members of our community. Through games, demonstrations, and meaningful interactions, the program helped break down barriers and build understanding between police officers and the students they serve.
June 2, 202611:00 am - 1:00 pm The Grand, 4101 E Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90815, USA
Join us for our 28th annual celebration honoring outstanding citizenship in our community's youth. We'll recognize 42 exceptional students (one boy and one girl from grades 6-8) representing seven local middle schools in the Bixby Knolls/North Long Beach area. This special luncheon celebrates character, leadership, and service rather than academic achievement alone.
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Last Updated: May 10, 2026 by kiwanisadmin
2024 Annual Kiwanis Kids and Cops
Our sister club, the Long Beach Kiwanis Club, recently hosted an impactful community event that brought together local law enforcement and approximately 750 students at Jefferson Middle School. On November 7th, the “Kids and Cops” program created valuable opportunities for police officers and students to connect through various activities, including friendly basketball games and interactive demonstrations.
Students had the chance to explore police vehicles and learn about specialized units, including forensics equipment, providing them with a firsthand look at law enforcement operations. The Long Beach Kiwanis Club showed their commitment to youth in our community by donating 1,200 backpacks, each filled with a Frisbee, stress reliever, commemorative pin, and notebook.
This successful event demonstrates how Kiwanis clubs in Long Beach are working to foster positive relationships between law enforcement and young members of our community. Through games, demonstrations, and meaningful interactions, the program helped break down barriers and build understanding between police officers and the students they serve.
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Middleschool Awards Luncheon
June 2, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Grand, 4101 E Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90815, USA
Join us for our 28th annual celebration honoring outstanding citizenship in our community's youth. We'll recognize 42 exceptional students (one boy and one girl from grades 6-8) representing seven local middle schools in the Bixby Knolls/North Long Beach area. This special luncheon celebrates character, leadership, and service rather than academic achievement alone.
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Division Council Meeting
June 3, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Taboon Mediterranean, 539 E Bixby Rd, Long Beach, CA 90807, USA
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Kiwanis Bowling Event
June 23, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Cal Bowl, 2500 E Carson St, Lakewood, CA 90712, USA
Teams of four, with 10 lanes available for up to 40 bowlers. Sign-ups begin in April. Contact Myra Kremen for more details.
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