Duck races and barbecue help Poway Kiwanis raise $5,000 for Holiday with Heroes event

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Suraj Bhowad, Don Janiuk and Ryan Galloway.

(Criselda Yee )

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The Flock of Fun is the key fundraiser for the Poway Kiwanis’s signature “Holiday with Heroes” event, benefitting underserved and homeless children and families in the Poway community.

(Criselda Yee )

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The Flock of Fun took place in the Lilac Courtyard of the Poway Community Center. The rainy weather earlier in the day caused some concern, but ended in time for this outdoor event. Pictured are Debi and Kevin McNamara and Thelma Fisher.

(Criselda Yee )

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Char BBQ owner Patrick Williams and his daughter, Grace, served appetizers and BBQ buffet dinner.

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Katie Galloway, Ken Post, Vivian Janiuk, Don Janiuk and Mike Szoka at Flock to Fun.

(Criselda Yee )

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Garth Hall, Steve Dreyer, Mitzi Hall and Nancy Speaks. The Halls and Speaks were guests from the Sunrise Vista Kiwanis Club.

(Criselda Yee )

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Poway Kiwanis President John Couvrette, Mike Boyer and Christine Harris.

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Beth and Jim Galloway, Liz Carlson, Robert Carlson, Addie and Jack, a lovable Staffordshire bull terrier. (Criselda Yee )

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Kevin and Debi McNamara, Barry Leonard, Ginger and John Couvrette and Heather Kostyzak.

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Ryan and Katie Galloway volunteered at the Duck Races sign-up table.

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Suraj Bhowad, Michael Yee (seated), Stephanie and Steve Ewart, Criselda Yee (seated), Diane McWhorter and Pam Hixson (seated). (Jim Galloway )

April 6, 2022 11:26 AM PT

Flock of Fun, the key fundraiser for the annual Poway Kiwanis Holiday with Heroes event, took place Saturday at the Poway Community Center.

The event included a BBQ dinner, dessert, drinks, duck races, karaoke and a silent auction.

The Kiwanis raised about $5,000 at the event, said Beth Galloway, club secretary.

“We were hoping for at least $4,000,” Galloway said. “Between the sponsors and some direct donations, along with the other activities at the event, we were able to exceed our goal! We still need another $6,000 at least for Holiday with Heroes, but we’re on our way.”

Holiday With Heroes provides underserved elementary school students and families with a memorable holiday experience by providing a way to shop for their families and distributing many needed items.

Last December, about 100 families, including more than 140 children, participated in the drive-through event. Vehicles were packed with gifts, food, blankets and books during the festivities, which included holiday music and Christmas decorations. Santa and Mrs. Claus were on hand for photos with the children.