Kiwanis Club of Abingdon

Congrats Dr. Lentz!

Today we're sending a huge THANK YOU to Kiwanis Club of Abingdon for funding our 2026 Summer Reading Program! Over the next four months we will use these funds to purchase supplies, print brochures, and hire performers. We're so excited to offer quality programming across Washington County for kids and families this summer!

Save the date for our 2026 Summer Reading Program, "Unearth a Story": June 6th-July 18th. 🦖🦕🦖🦕🦖

Image description: Three WCPL staff members Natasha, Tara, and Annie excitedly hold a check in front of picture book shelving.

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Calling all Kiwanis members! It’s time for our annual service project helping set up for the Justin Foundation silent auction. Volunteers at all skill levels needed - not just heavy lifting! Be at RVES at 12:30pm on Thursday, March 5. Enter through the school gym.

Hey, when I'm not serving as President of the Abingdon Kiwanis Club or fly-fishing on a local stream... I actually have a job that puts me on the front lines of using AI in Higher Education. Join me for a conversation exploring AI and its impact on our daily lives.

AI in Plain English: What You Need to Know
Artificial intelligence is suddenly everywhere—but what is it, really, and how does it affect our daily lives? In this friendly, easy‑to‑understand presentation, we’ll explore the two major types of AI shaping today’s world: large language models like modern chatbots, and grounded AI systems that use real‑world data to make decisions. You’ll see simple demonstrations of how these tools work, learn where they’re already showing up in everyday life, and get practical tips for using them safely and confidently. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or just trying to keep up with the headlines, this session will give you a clear, no‑nonsense foundation for understanding AI.
Hope to see you there!

Another big thank-you for supporting local music!
Thanks to the generous parade sponsorship from Bart Long & Associates Realty and Auction, LLC and Food City, the Kiwanis Club of Abingdon was proud to present Jesse Hughes with a donation benefiting the E.B. Stanley Middle School Band!

We love celebrating community partners who help young musicians shine!

Thanks to the generous Abingdon Christmas Parade sponsorship from Bart Long & Associates Realty and Auction, LLC and Food City, the Kiwanis Club of Abingdon was proud to present William Shell with a donation supporting the Abingdon High School Marching Band!

We’re grateful for community partners who help keep the music marching on!

Parade registration is closing soon. Don’t miss your chance to participate in the 2025 Abingdon Christmas Parade.

Don’t miss out! The Abingdon Christmas Parade is Saturday, December 6 at 5:30pm. Register now on the Abingdon Kiwanis website.

Parade registration is open!