What is the eKiwanis Tennis Ball Recycling Program?
eKiwanis of Greater Chicago is proud to partner with Recycle Balls and local Chicagoland Tennis Clubs to recycle used tennis balls.
Why the eKiwanis Tennis Ball Recycling Program?
125 million tennis balls go to landfills each year, which equates to 20,000 metric tons of methane-producing, near non-decomposable waste each year. On average it takes a tennis ball 400 years to decompose!
Through our recycling program we hope to lessen the number of tennis balls going to landfills each year and recycle tennis balls into new tennis courts and other recyclable products.
How does the Recycling Program Work?
eKiwanis is proud to partner with McFetridge Sports Center, Tam Tennis Club, and Midtown Athletic Club in Palatine to place tennis ball recycling bins at these clubs. When the bins are full, eKiwanis ships them to our partner Recycle Balls. Recycle Balls then uses a machine to take the felt off of the tennis balls and makes new tennis courts and other recyclable products. Learn more about the Recycling Process Here!
What is eKiwanis of Greater Chicago?
eKiwanis of Greater Chicago is a local volunteer organization that is a chapter of Kiwanis International. Our mission is to serve the children of the world through local and global service projects. eKiwanis has a variety of service projects each month and always welcomes new members. If you are interested in learning more about our club or the tennis ball recycling project, please fill out your information below and someone will be in touch with you soon!
Internet-based Kiwanis Club located in the Chicagoland Area. You can check us out at http://ekiwanis.org We also have a group page: http://tinyurl.com/eKgroup
Is getting involved in service part of your 2026 goals? ✨
Join the eKiwanis Club of Greater Chicago for a virtual meeting on February 3 at 7:30 p.m. CST.
We’ll look back at recent events and talk about fun, meaningful ways to get involved this year.
We kept warm and had lots of fun on this cold Saturday morning while preparing and serving brunch for the families staying at the Ronald McDonald House. What was on the menu? Egg and sausage casserole, egg casserole, fruit salad, potato casserole, chicken sliders, coleslaw, brownies, blueberry muffins, and juice. We all enjoyed planning the meal and working in a fancy four-station kitchen. Most of all, “🎶 ba-da-da-ba-da-da we’re lovin’ it” for the happiness we felt knowing that families could share a hot meal with their children in house or on the go.
We also delivered the hygiene kits that the Aktion Club eKiwanis sponsors made and the snack packs Builders Club assembled.
What’s your favorite dish to prepare for brunch? Share your recipe below! ... See MoreSee Less
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3305
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3385
*** Event Description ***
Join us on a Zoom call as we socialize and make cards/color pictures for various organizations.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3236
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3236
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3378
*** Event Description ***
This is a mini-convention for the I-I District held approximately halfway through the Kiwanis year. This is a great chance to catch up with Kiwanians from around the district and party for a weekend.
*** Additional Description ***
Registration:
https://k07.site.kiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-midyear/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3387
*** Event Description ***
Help a neighbor, an organization, or do whatever your heart desires to serve your community with your own virtual service project!
Spend two hours improving our world on your own terms! Take the initiative and 5-4-3-2-1-GO! Note the service in the comments section of the sign up. You have a week to complete this, so have fun and change the world!
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3342
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3327
*** Event Description ***
We meet 3-6 times a year in person for our business meeting.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3306
*** Event Description ***
This is an annual meeting of Division 8 to elect the Lt. Governor Select (who will be the Lt. Governer after the current Lt. Governor and current Lt. Governor Elect). Awards given by the Division will also be awarded.
*** Additional Description ***
This will also be the Div 8 Governor's Visit
6-7PM - Cash Bar Cocktail Hour
7PM - Dinner
$32 per person
Pay by cash or check (made payable to Kiwanis Club of Park Ridge) at the door.
Family-style dinner including a house salad, Chicken Limone, Veggie Primavera Risotto, mixed fingerling potatoes, and a seasonal vegetable medley. Ice cream for dessert. Soda, iced tea, coffee, hot tea, and gratuity are included. Cash bar.
Please sign up before 2/25
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3328
*** Event Description ***
Everyone is invited to discuss issues within our club.
Board Members: If you have not already done so, please submit your report at https://ekiwanis.org/members/report.php
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3382
*** Event Description ***
We will be making hygiene kits for Ronald McDonald House. Kits contain overnight essentials like, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, lotion, etc.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3388
*** Event Description ***
Help a neighbor, an organization, or do whatever your heart desires to serve your community with your own virtual service project!
Spend two hours improving our world on your own terms! Take the initiative and 5-4-3-2-1-GO! Note the service in the comments section of the sign up. You have a week to complete this, so have fun and change the world!
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3307
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3343
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3330
*** Event Description ***
Everyone is invited to discuss issues within our club.
Board Members: If you have not already done so, please submit your report at https://ekiwanis.org/members/report.php
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3389
*** Event Description ***
Help a neighbor, an organization, or do whatever your heart desires to serve your community with your own virtual service project!
Spend two hours improving our world on your own terms! Take the initiative and 5-4-3-2-1-GO! Note the service in the comments section of the sign up. You have a week to complete this, so have fun and change the world!
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3344
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3331
*** Event Description ***
We meet 3-6 times a year in person for our business meeting.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3308
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3380
*** Event Description ***
This is a service project for Camp Independence organized by Division 8 Kiwanis.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3334
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3334
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3309
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3345
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3310
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3346
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3335
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3335
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3311
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3312
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3348
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
Tennis Ball Recycling Program
What is the eKiwanis Tennis Ball Recycling Program?
eKiwanis of Greater Chicago is proud to partner with Recycle Balls and local Chicagoland Tennis Clubs to recycle used tennis balls.
Why the eKiwanis Tennis Ball Recycling Program?
125 million tennis balls go to landfills each year, which equates to 20,000 metric tons of methane-producing, near non-decomposable waste each year. On average it takes a tennis ball 400 years to decompose!
Through our recycling program we hope to lessen the number of tennis balls going to landfills each year and recycle tennis balls into new tennis courts and other recyclable products.
How does the Recycling Program Work?
eKiwanis is proud to partner with McFetridge Sports Center, Tam Tennis Club, and Midtown Athletic Club in Palatine to place tennis ball recycling bins at these clubs. When the bins are full, eKiwanis ships them to our partner Recycle Balls. Recycle Balls then uses a machine to take the felt off of the tennis balls and makes new tennis courts and other recyclable products. Learn more about the Recycling Process Here!
What is eKiwanis of Greater Chicago?
eKiwanis of Greater Chicago is a local volunteer organization that is a chapter of Kiwanis International. Our mission is to serve the children of the world through local and global service projects. eKiwanis has a variety of service projects each month and always welcomes new members. If you are interested in learning more about our club or the tennis ball recycling project, please fill out your information below and someone will be in touch with you soon!
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Internet-based Kiwanis Club located in the Chicagoland Area. You can check us out at http://ekiwanis.org We also have a group page: http://tinyurl.com/eKgroup
Is getting involved in service part of your 2026 goals? ✨
Join the eKiwanis Club of Greater Chicago for a virtual meeting on February 3 at 7:30 p.m. CST.
We’ll look back at recent events and talk about fun, meaningful ways to get involved this year.
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We kept warm and had lots of fun on this cold Saturday morning while preparing and serving brunch for the families staying at the Ronald McDonald House. What was on the menu? Egg and sausage casserole, egg casserole, fruit salad, potato casserole, chicken sliders, coleslaw, brownies, blueberry muffins, and juice. We all enjoyed planning the meal and working in a fancy four-station kitchen. Most of all, “🎶 ba-da-da-ba-da-da we’re lovin’ it” for the happiness we felt knowing that families could share a hot meal with their children in house or on the go.
We also delivered the hygiene kits that the Aktion Club eKiwanis sponsors made and the snack packs Builders Club assembled.
What’s your favorite dish to prepare for brunch? Share your recipe below! ... See MoreSee Less
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Upcoming events
Club Meeting - Zoom Call
Division 8 Council
Virtual Card Making Project
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Board Reports Due
I-I Key Club District Convention
I-I Key Club District Convention
I-I Key Club District Convention
I-I Kiwanis Mid-Year Conference
Service Committee Meeting
Your Service Project
Kiwanis Conversations
In-Person Meeting
Division 8 Mid-Year Conference
Board Meeting
Aktion Club - Hygiene Kits
Your Service Project
Division 8 Council
Kiwanis Conversations
Club Meeting - Zoom Call
Board Meeting
Your Service Project
Kiwanis Conversations
In-Person Meeting
Division 8 Council
Camp Independence Service Project
Board Reports Due
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Division 8 Council
Annual Raffle
Kiwanis Conversations
Division 8 Council
Kiwanis Conversations
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Division 8 Council
Division 8 Council
Kiwanis Conversations