A CENTURY IN PICTURES

A tradition begins. In June 1927, Mountain View Kiwanis members volunteered for one of the club's first community improvement projects, laying the foundation for 100 years of service.

1936: Kiwanis members gathered with Mountain View High School athletes at Adobe Hall, reflecting the club's enduring commitment to community and youth.

In the first year after World War II, many members were returning veterans who continued their commitment to serving both their country and their community.

Kiwanis members, spouses, and guests gather for a 1947 dinner, reflecting the fellowship and community spirit that have long been part of the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View.

Program for the 1949 installation ceremony and president’s party honoring Rev. Norman J. Darling.

This 1951 program shows the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View’s Installation Ceremonies and Past Presidents’ Party, held at Rickey’s Studio Club as the club welcomed its new officers and honored past presidents.

A 1950 letter congratulating Harry Sforzini on his election as President of the Mountain View Kiwanis Club for 1951.

Harry Sforzini receives the President’s Pin during the 1951 installation of Mountain View Kiwanis officers, with Carmen Sforzini seated in front.

A 1950 letter congratulating Harry Sforzini on becoming president-elect of the Mountain View Kiwanis Club.

The Mountain View Kiwanis Club’s 1951 committee assignments, reflecting the many areas of service supported by its members.

Program cover commemorating the Mountain View Kiwanis Club’s 25th anniversary in 1951.

A 1951 district letter congratulating the Mountain View Kiwanis Club on 25 years of community service.

Newspaper coverage of the Mountain View Kiwanis Club’s Silver Anniversary celebration on May 17, 1951.

A 1951 letter from Kiwanis International congratulating the club on its 25th anniversary and record of service.

A 1951 letter from the president of Kiwanis International congratulating Mountain View Kiwanis on its Silver Anniversary.

Club leaders, members, and guests celebrate the Mountain View Kiwanis Club’s 25th anniversary on May 17, 1951.

President Harry Sforzini and Charles R. Crooke cut the club’s 25th-anniversary cake.

Lieutenant Governor R. W. “Duke” Morgan addresses guests at the 25th-anniversary celebration.

Past presidents of the Mountain View Kiwanis Club gather at the 25th-anniversary celebration.

President Harry Sforzini congratulates the club’s charter members during its 25th anniversary.

Mountain View Kiwanis members gather for a luncheon honoring Clarence M. Lawson for 25 years of unbroken service to Kiwanis. The award was presented by Charles R. Crooke.

A newspaper article honors Bay Hays for 25 years as club secretary, beside the historic 1926 Mountain View Kiwanis banner.

1951 fundraising flyer for “A Plan for Scouting in Mountain View,” sponsored by the Mountain View Kiwanis Club. The campaign invited community support for a Boys’ and Girls’ Scout Center with meeting space, athletic fields, and recreation areas for local youth.

In 1951, the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View helped turn a long-planned community dream into reality by supporting the creation of a Boys’ and Girls’ Scout Center on Leksich Avenue. The first Scout buildings were moved onto the site that year, providing a new home for local youth programs.

A collection of newspaper clippings documenting Mountain View Kiwanis meetings, guest speakers, officer elections, and community programs in the early 1950s.

A collection of newspaper clippings documenting Mountain View Kiwanis meetings, guest speakers, officer elections, and community programs in the early 1950s.

A collection of newspaper clippings documenting Mountain View Kiwanis meetings, guest speakers, officer elections, and community programs in the early 1950s.

A collection of newspaper clippings documenting Mountain View Kiwanis meetings, guest speakers, officer elections, and community programs in the early 1950s.

A collection of newspaper clippings documenting Mountain View Kiwanis meetings, guest speakers, officer elections, and community programs in the early 1950s.

A collection of newspaper clippings documenting Mountain View Kiwanis meetings, guest speakers, officer elections, and community programs in the early 1950s.

A 1951 letter from the City of Mountain View thanking Kiwanis for its civic involvement and requesting support for local civil-defense preparedness.

Kiwanis International honors Harry Sforzini for his leadership and devoted service as club president in 1951.

Harry Sforzini, incoming president Marion Gates, and fellow Kiwanis leaders at the 1952 officer installation ceremony.

Program for the 1952 installation ceremony and past presidents’ party honoring President Marion Gates.

Program and photograph of Walter Seibert commemorating his 1953 installation as club president.

Past presidents of the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View dress in costume to promote Kiwanis National Kids’ Day at Rickey’s Studio Club in 1952. Pictured left to right are Harry Sforzini, Walter Seibert, A. Pete Christiansen, and Carl E. Anderson.

Santa Clara County Fair leader Frank Mitchell addresses the Mountain View Kiwanis Club as the fair welcomes Mountain View residents.

A 1952 letter from Kiwanis International commending Harry Sforzini for his work developing a Kiwanis Club in Sunnyvale.

Program for the Sunnyvale Kiwanis Club’s Charter Night celebration on February 13, 1954.

Newspaper announcement and program for the Mountain View Kiwanis Club’s 1954 officer installation and past presidents’ party.

Outgoing president Walter Seibert passes the gavel to 1954 president Dr. Wendell E. Brown.

Scrapbook page documenting the founding of the Mountain View Kiwanis Past Presidents’ Club in 1955, with Harry Sforzini as its first president.

Mountain View Kiwanis leaders gather for a typical Board of Directors meeting in 1955.

Newspaper coverage and program for the 1955 installation of Rev. Calvin Black and other Mountain View Kiwanis officers.

Program for the 1956 installation ceremony and past presidents’ party honoring President William W. Ickes.

Members and guests gather for the 1957 officer installation honoring President Kenneth Malovos on December 5, 1956.

Program for the 1957 officer installation and past presidents’ party at Rickey’s Studio Inn.

Mountain View Kiwanis Board of Directors at Rickey’s on August 19, 1958, with President Tom Tripiano.

Programs for the club’s 1958 and 1959 officer installations and past presidents’ parties.

1959 installation program, with a photograph of President Ira J. Woodman and Bay L. Hays.

Program and photographs commemorating the 1960 officer installation and incoming president Mario Gemello.

Newspaper clippings highlight incoming Kiwanis officers and the club’s donation of a rescue-breathing training film to the Mountain View Fire Department.

Charter Night program for Foothill College’s Circle K Club, sponsored by Mountain View Kiwanis.

Program and photograph marking John F. Clarkson’s installation as club president for 1961.

Outgoing president Mario Gemello congratulates Dr. John F. Clarkson as he takes office for 1961.

Officer installation and past presidents’ party programs dated December 1961 and December 1962.

A moment of applause at the podium, with the Mountain View Kiwanis banner in the background.

Scenes from Sforzini’s past presidents’ party in September 1963.

Bill Ickes, William Watson, Maurie Daubin, Chet Awalt, and Walt Seibert enjoy dinner at the gathering.

Dinner and conversation at Sforzini’s September 1963 past presidents’ party.

More scenes from the gathering, including John Clarkson, Mario Gemello, and Dr. Wendell Brown.

Mountain View Kiwanis leaders and an interclub gathering with Palo Alto Kiwanis.

President William J. Watson and chairman Harry Sforzini welcome Senator Clark Bradley.

Chester F. Awalt receives the Kiwanis Distinguished Service Award for outstanding community service.

Kiwanis flagpole dedication at El Camino Hospital, alongside a 1975 article announcing the Chester F. Awalt memorial scholarship fund.

Mountain View Kiwanis members gather at the Girl Scout building in 1964.

A lighthearted moment with Mario Gemello, above a Kiwanis meeting at Julia Sanitarium.

Lt. Governor Hal W. Wilson thanks Harry Sforzini and Mountain View Kiwanis for their hospitality in a June 19, 1964 letter.

Photographs commemorating Lt. Governor Hal W. Wilson’s visit to Mountain View Kiwanis.

A Kiwanis women’s fashion luncheon and a celebration honoring 1964 club president William J. “Sput” Watson.

William J. “Sput” Watson thanks Carmen and Harry Sforzini for their hospitality and a memorable past presidents’ party.

January 1965 “Kiwanis Klippings” announces a program celebrating Kiwanis International’s 50th anniversary.

Vice Mayor Charles Gordon, club president Tom Maley, and chairman Harry Sforzini at the Golden Anniversary celebration, January 20, 1965.

Golden Anniversary decorations by Harry Sforzini and Vice Mayor Charles Gordon’s citation presentation to club president Tom Maley, 1965.

Club history and community-service displays, with past president Don Belew presenting “Our Scout Project” at the Golden Anniversary celebration.

The 1965 celebration features Foothill College Circle K, the Chester Crooke Scholarship Fund, club members, and Vice Mayor Charles Gordon with President Tom Maley.

Mountain View Kiwanis highlights its community-service record as 50th-anniversary chairman Harry Sforzini addresses the gathering.

Lt. Governor Robert Michalski visits the club, while a newspaper clipping highlights Kiwanis support for children with intellectual disabilities.

The September 8, 1965 “Kiwanis Klippings” commemorates “Bay Hays Day,” when longtime secretary Bay Hays was presented with a watch.

“Bay L. Hays Day” honors the club’s longtime secretary for 39 years of dedicated service.

President Tom Maley opens the “Bay L. Hays Day” celebration, followed by the unveiling ceremony.

Top: Chairman of the Day, Dr. I. J. Hopkins. Bottom left: The celebration resulted in a 100%+ turnout. Bottom right: President Tom Maley presents Hays with a gold wristwatch.

President Tom Maley reviews Bay L. Hays’s remarkable 39-year record of Kiwanis service during the tribute celebration.

Program and photographs mark Gordon N. Arlett’s installation as 1966 president, with immediate past president Tom Maley and past president Harry Sforzini.

The March 30, 1966 “Kiwanis Klippings” recounts the club’s 40th-anniversary tribute to its charter members and past presidents.

President Gordon Arlett presides as past president Harry Sforzini chairs the Mountain View Kiwanis Club’s 40th-anniversary celebration in May 1966.

Past presidents attend the 40th-anniversary celebration as charter members Bob Knight, Chester Awalt, and Bay Hays join President Gordon Arlett for the ceremonial cake cutting.

Pete Christiansen presents commemorative Kiwanis bells to Chris Madsen, Bay L. Hays, and other past presidents during the club’s 40th-anniversary celebration.

Alfred Olson, Chester Awalt, and Frank Pritchett receive commemorative bells, while past president Harold Simmonds talks with Maurie Daubin.

Past president Harry Sforzini chairs the club’s 40th-anniversary program, during which past president Harvey L. Smith receives the Legion of Honor Award.

Past presidents and longtime members gather at the anniversary celebration, while Secretary Bay L. Hays poses with his assistant and Bob Schatz playfully “puts the cuffs” on past Lieutenant Governor Fred Schallich.

Scrapbook page commemorating the installation of Sam Leong as president of the Mountain View Kiwanis Club for 1967.

The club’s 41st Installation Ceremonies and Past Presidents’ Party were held December 7, 1966, at Rickey’s Hyatt House.

Installing officer and past president Tom Tripiano presents Sam Leong with the president’s pin and congratulates the club’s new leader.

President Sam Leong delivers his acceptance speech, followed by Mario Gemello’s recognition of 100-percent-attendance members and John Clarkson’s introduction of past presidents.

Speeches and professional entertainment enliven Sam Leong’s installation banquet, which also includes the presentation of a winning golf trophy to past president William Watson.

George Nell presents William Watson with the golf trophy, Don Boss introduces the new members, and Tom offers Sam Leong some final advice before he takes office as president for 1967.

Above/right: Fred Schallich is installed as the 1968 Lieutenant Governor of Division 34 in the California-Nevada-Hawaii District of Kiwanis International.

Leonard F. Bohner was installed as the Mountain View Kiwanis Club’s 1968 president during the 42nd Installation Ceremonies and Past Presidents’ Party, held December 6, 1967, at Sakura Gardens.

The January 31, 1969 “Kiwanis Klippings” honors “Bay Hays Day,” recognizing Bay Hays for 43 years of perfect attendance and his exceptional service as Club President, Lieutenant Governor, and longtime secretary.

The CAL-NEV-HA district bulletin reports on “Bay Hays Day,” as past Lieutenant Governor Fred Schallich presents Bay Hays with a plaque honoring his 40 years as club secretary and outstanding service to Kiwanis.

Robert Garrow was installed as the Mountain View Kiwanis Club’s 1969 president during the 43rd Installation Ceremonies and Past Presidents’ Party, held December 4, 1968, at Vahl’s in Alviso.

Newspaper coverage celebrates Bay Hays, who reportedly never missed a Kiwanis meeting during 43 years of membership and served as club secretary for four decades.

Bay Hays, left, accepts congratulations from Mountain View Mayor William Jelavich as the city honors his 40 years of service to Kiwanis.

Newspaper clippings commemorate Bay Hays Recognition Day, as Fred Schallich, Robert Garrow, and fellow members honor Hays for decades of service and perfect attendance.

Past President Harry Sforzini pays tribute to Bay Hays and presents him with a color television set on behalf of the Club.

The Los Altos Kiwanis Club presents Bay Hays with a lifetime honorary membership as Mountain View president Bob Garrow presides over the tribute meeting.

Past President Sam Leong presents Bay Hays with the original club bell dated May 1926, while members read congratulatory letters and resolutions from local, state, and national officials.

Bay Hays is honored beside the television presented to him, while a sign summarizes his 40 years as secretary, service as club president and division lieutenant governor, and 42 years of perfect attendance.

Bay Hays’s handwritten thank-you note is displayed beside a photograph of a past president congratulating him for 42 years of outstanding service to the club.

Leonard Capps is welcomed as the Mountain View Kiwanis Club’s 1970 president during the 44th Installation Ceremonies and Past Presidents’ Party at Rickey’s on September 18, 1969.

Photographs and a program commemorate Sam Leong’s installation as lieutenant governor of Kiwanis Division 34.

Harry Sforzini receives a Certificate of Appreciation for addressing the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View on January 21, 1970.

The Mountain View Kiwanis Club holds its 45th Installation Ceremonies and Past Presidents’ Party at Rickey’s Hyatt House on September 30, 1970.

Robert C. Garrow, the club’s 1969 president, serves as master of ceremonies as Mary Capps presents her husband Leonard with his Past President’s pin.

The installing officer, John W. Huston, joins club leaders and their spouses at the head table during the 1970 installation ceremonies.

Lorraine, Lt. Gov. Sam Leong, and Dorothy and Bob Cochrane gather at the head table as new members are introduced during the installation banquet.

Thomas Tripiano introduces the past presidents, John F. Clarkson presents gifts, and Donald J. Rose recognizes members with perfect attendance.

Top: Division 34 Lieutenant Governor Samuel Leong addresses the gathering. Bottom: Entertainment from the Foothill College Choir.

Top: The Foothill College Choir performs for the banquet guests. Bottom: Past President Len Capps “really hams it up” during the evening’s festivities.

Past President Len Capps passes the club bell to 1971 President Bob Cochrane, joined by outgoing secretary Mario Lally.

The Mountain View Kiwanis Club sponsors the new Kiwanis Club of East Bayshore in East Palo Alto, presenting its charter on April 8, 1971.

Harry Sforzini prepares the festivities for the Past Presidents’ Party in August 1970, honoring outgoing President Len Capps and welcoming incoming President Bob Cochrane.

President-elect Bob Cochrane visits with Past President Len Bohner, while Past Presidents Garrow and Semans enjoy reminiscing about old times.

Past Presidents’ Party guests share stories and laughter, including Gordon Arlett, Don Rose, Sam Leong, Bay Hays, Tom Tripiano, Chet Awalt and Mario Gemello.

Pete Christiansen sells World Series chances while Stan Anderson and fellow past presidents enjoy jokes, drinks and “Gemello bottles.”

The dining room is prepared for Harry Sforzini’s 15th annual Past Presidents’ Party, celebrating Len Capps’s completed term and Bob Cochrane’s upcoming presidency.

Past presidents gather in August 1970 for cocktails, salad, lasagna, steaks and Gemello’s special wine. Bottom left: An honor roll of former club presidents.

Bay Hays "sneaks back for seconds" while Bellew, Freeman, Dr. Brown, and Chet Awalt sit before clean plates and empty glasses.

Mario Gemello, Robert Garrow, and Hu Semans “get down to business,” while President Len Capps offers mock consolation to President-elect Bob Cochrane.

Sforzini’s 1971 Past Presidents’ Party honors Bob Cochrane’s completed term and welcomes President-elect Ralph Gowan.

Four photographs capture generations of Mountain View Kiwanis past presidents dining together, while Ralph Gowan and Bob Cochrane share the head table.

Past presidents at the 1971 gathering.

Past President I. J. Woodman “gets into the act” as Bay Hays looks on, while Tom Tripiano, Maurie Daubin, and Walter Siebert share a laugh.

Master of Ceremonies Leonard Capps and Installing Officer Hubert Semans lead the ceremony as Immediate Past President Robert Cochrane hands the gavel to 1972 President Ralph Cowden.

President Ralph Cowden addresses the audience about his plans for the term, while Tom Tripiano presents Bob Cochrane with his Past President’s pin.

Top: President-elect Lindley Allen and Vice President Lee Gerber.
Bottom: The old board of directors get de-installed.

Members of the 1971–72 board of directors are sworn in and congratulate one another during the installation ceremony.

Left: Introduction of new members led by John Clarkson.
Right: 100th Attendance Members led by Stanley Anderson.

Mario Gemello introduces Past Presidents and Lieutenant Governors, Thomas Tripiano presents gifts, Ralph and Hu display the club’s new Interclub banner, and Mario Lally playfully “relieves” Secretary Bay Hays of some cash.

Past President John Clarkson addresses the club as the Foothill Fanfares from Foothill College entertain guests, while a newspaper clipping announces Ralph Cowden’s installation as president.

Mountain View Kiwanian Albert Gribaldo is honored by the Chamber of Commerce as the city’s Citizen of the Year for 1972.

A Kiwanis tribute congratulates Albert Gribaldo, the club’s first Mountain View Citizen of the Year honoree since Chet Awalt in 1954, and recounts his many years of community service.

Albert Gribaldo and his wife, Beatrice, appear in the February 14, 1972, Palo Alto Times following his selection as Mountain View’s Citizen of the Year.

Sforzini’s 1972 Past Presidents’ Party marks the leadership transition from Ralph Cowden to Lindley Allen, celebrated with a playful congratulatory banner.

Past presidents enjoy drinks and conversation as Mario Gemello shares a joke with Tom Tripiano and former lieutenant governors Fred Schallich and Sam Leong relax together.

Maurie Daubin and Donald Bellew reminiscing as Gordon Arlett, Lindley Allen, Ira J. Woodman and other past presidents socialize.

 John Clarkson receives a golf lesson from Leonard Capps. Past presidents gather for dinner and conversation.

Fellow past presidents enjoy dinner, drinks and good company at the 1972 gathering.

Ken Malovos helps himself to Gemello’s wine as Tom Tripiano, Fred Schallich, Lindley Allen, Ralph Cowden, Harry Sforzini and others share more laughs.

At the September 15, 1972, gathering, 22 past presidents plan the upcoming installation and present Harry and Carmen Sforzini with a plaque honoring 18 years of hospitality.

The Mountain View Kiwanis Club holds its 47th Installation Ceremonies and Past Presidents’ Party at Rickey’s Hyatt House on September 27, 1972.

Installing Officer Sam Leong congratulates Lindley Allen upon his installation as Mountain View Kiwanis president for 1973.

A meeting report recounts the September 27, 1972, ceremonies, including attendance and membership honors, club awards, musical entertainment and the installation of Lindley Allen and the 1973 officers.

Master of Ceremonies Robert Cochrane leads the evening as John Clarkson introduces new members and their wives, and Leonard Capps receives the perpetual golf trophy from Ken Malovos.

1973 President Lindley Allen stands with President-elect Lee Gerber as the club welcomes new members, their wives and the incoming board of directors.

Outgoing President Ralph Cowden receives his Past President’s plaque from Len Capps, Fred Schallich playfully collects money from Bay Hays, and a choral group entertains the gathering.

Lee K. Gerber is installed as Mountain View Kiwanis president for 1974 during the September 26, 1973, ceremony at Rickey’s Hyatt House.

Immediate Past President Lindley Allen with 1974 President Lee K. Gerber, President-elect Mario Lally and Master of Ceremonies Ralph Cowden during the installation program.

Harry Sforzini is recognized for perfect attendance, and Lindley Allen receives his Past President’s plaque during the evening’s presentations.

The club's directors; Legion of Honor members and presentation.

A. Pete Christiansen, Sergeant at Arms; Phillip Gould, Treasurer.

Installing Officer Thomas Tripiano congratulates Mario Lally upon his installation as Mountain View Kiwanis president for 1974–75 at the club’s 49th ceremony.

Thomas Tripiano leads the installation program as Immediate Past President Lee K. Gerber speaks, the directors are introduced and Samuel Leong makes a presentation.

President-elect Brother John McLaughlin; Treasurer Philip Gould; Harry Sforzini’s introduction of new members.

Musical entertainment rounds out the evening’s installation program.

The Mountain View Kiwanis Club’s 50th Installation Ceremonies and Past Presidents’ Party, held September 24, 1975, at Rickey’s Hyatt House.

Installing Officer and Lieutenant Governor-elect Lewis L. Moore welcomes Brother John T. McLaughlin as club president.

Immediate Past President Mario Lally; President-elect William Sagan.

Vice President Leonard Goldstein formally welcomed into his new leadership role.

Secretary Bay Hays and Treasurer Philip Gould are introduced with the 1974–75 directors, followed by the presentation of the Past President’s pin.

Outgoing directors are recognized, the 1975–76 board is introduced, and Len Capps presents the Past President’s Gift.

Secretary Bay Hays and Mary Lally; Harry Sforzini introduces new members and Lee K. Gerber serves as Master of Ceremonies.

Samuel Leong, sergeant at arms; Presentation of 100% attendance, W. Brown.

Guests receive “first-class service”; Mario Lally, Wendell Brown and fellow past presidents enjoy the poolside gathering.

Tom Tripiano shares his wisdom while longtime members relax and reminisce.

Mario Gemello, Maurie Daubin and Walter Siebert enjoy dinner; Sam Leong entertains the group; Tom Tripiano orders a "fill-up"; Tom gives a little advice to John Clarkson.

Tom Tripiano congratulates Hu Semans, elected new Past President for coming year 1976.

Originating in Mountain View and then relocating to Los Altos, the Kiwanis Pet Parade is a beloved, free community tradition held annually downtown. The parade features hundreds of children and their pets marching along a route spanning First, Main, and State streets.

Photo courtesy of Los Altos Village Association.

This 1951 committee roster for Mountain View Kiwanis shows the wide range of work carried by club members, from scholarships and youth programs to public affairs, church support, civilian defense, and even a “Stunt Committee.” The committees listed include Attendance, Inter-Club Relations, Kiwanis Education, New Club & Key Club, Programs & Music, Achievement Report, Public Relations, Reception, Stunt, Membership, Scholarship, Boys & Girls Work, Public & Business Affairs, Support of Churches, Underprivileged Child, Special Events, Civilian Defense, House, and Building.

At the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View’s 25th anniversary celebration in 1951, charter member Bay Hays was honored for serving as club secretary for 25 years. Hays and Clarence M. Lawson also received certificates recognizing 25 years of unbroken service to Kiwanis.

1954: Dr. Wendell E. Brown takes over as president of the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View. Outgoing president Walter A. Seibert passes the gavel to Brown during installation ceremonies at Rickey’s Studio Club, with past Lieutenant Governor James E. Peart looking on.

Kiwanis Club of Mountain View members gather for a luncheon in 1955, continuing the club’s tradition of fellowship, civic leadership, and service to the community.

This 1955 page preserves the names and signatures from a “Typical Board of Directors Meeting” of the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View. Listed are Bay L. Hays, Hans Lie, Charles Crooke, Joe Palmateer, Marion Gates, Harry Sforzini, Chester Awalt, Walter Seibert, Renehart Monson, and Bob Yeary.

The Mountain View Kiwanis Board of Directors gathers at Rickey’s Studio Club on August 19, 1958, during the presidency of Tom Tripiano. Handwritten labels on the photo preserve the names of many members seated around the table.

Bay L. Hays is honored for his extraordinary service to the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View: 40 years as club secretary, 1 year as club president, 1 year as Division Lieutenant Governor, 42 years of club and community service, and 42 years of perfect attendance.

The 1971-72 Kiwanis Club of Mountain View Board of Directors is recognized during an installation dinner. The scrapbook notes the outgoing board being “de-installed,” with members including Sam Pickard, Lee Gerber, Bob Garrow, Mario Lally, and Mario Gemello.

Candid moments from a Kiwanis Club of Mountain View event, featuring past presidents Don Bellew, Chet Awalt, I. J. Woodman, and Harold Simmonds; Pete Christiansen, Hank Hannibal, and Mario Gemello; Secretary Bay L. Hays and assistant; and Bob Schatz with Past Lieutenant Governor Fred Schallich.

Kiwanis Club of Mountain View members are recognized during a club event, including Alfred Olson, Chester Awalt, Frank Pritchett, Past President Harold Simmonds, and Maurice Daubin. The page captures both formal acknowledgments and informal conversation among longtime members.

At a 1964 gathering of Mountain View Kiwanis past presidents, the club offers a playful sendoff to “Sput” and welcome to “Tom,” reflecting the humor and fellowship that marked many Kiwanis traditions.

Mountain View Kiwanis members gather for fellowship over dinner. Pictured are Don Bellew, Ken Malovos, Art Freeman, Mr. Semans, John Clarkson, Mario Gemello, and Dr. Wendell Brown.

Albert Gribaldo, pictured with his wife, Beatrice, was named Mountain View’s Citizen of the Year in 1972 by the Mountain View Chamber of Commerce. A dedicated civic volunteer, Gribaldo was active in the Kiwanis Club, the Chamber of Commerce, the Planning Commission, and local school parent groups.

Mountain View Kiwanis members join young participants at a community event, continuing the club’s tradition of supporting local youth and families.

Hugo Giske and other Mountain View Kiwanis members take to the skies for an inter-club visit with the Lompoc Kiwanis Club. The scrapbook notes that 18 members flew 5,500 man-miles in one day aboard four private planes piloted by club members.

The Foothill Fanfares from Foothill College perform at a Kiwanis Club of Mountain View event, alongside a newspaper clipping announcing Ralph A. Cowden II of Los Altos Hills as the club’s incoming president. Cowden planned to focus the club’s youth programs on Operation Drug Alert.

Top photo: Brown Taylor and Nick Galiotto.
Bottom photo: Gary Mailander and member.

Top photo: Charles Hayden and Frank Zajac.
Bottom photo: Frank Zajac and member.

Through the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View’s Child Spree program, local students selected by their teachers received extra support for the school year with a shopping trip to Kohl’s. Kiwanis members, community volunteers, and later Key Club students helped children choose clothing and other essentials they personally needed.

Inside Kohl’s, Child Spree was filled with energy and excitement as students shopped for school-year essentials with the help of Kiwanis and Key Club volunteers. The event gave children the chance to choose items for themselves while being supported by caring adults and student leaders.

Photographed during the club's 85th Anniversary in 2011, the Children's Shopping Spree is a Kiwanis Club of Mountain View program that helps local students prepare for the school year. In partnership with the Mountain View Whisman School District and the Mountain View Police Department, children shop with Kiwanis, Key Club, and adult volunteers for clothing, shoes, and other school essentials.

Frank Zajac and Dan Hoppe.

Frank Zajac. A secretary's work is never done!

The Kiwanis Special Games are an annual, all-inclusive sporting event for uniquely abled children in Santa Clara County. Founded in 1978 by Adaptive Physical Education teachers Betty Fairchild and Sue Carr Katra, the program was expanded region-wide when they partnered with Walter Chronert of the Kiwanis Club of Los Altos.

For many years, Mountain View Kiwanis members staffed a popular Polish sausage and corn booth at the Mountain View Art & Wine Festival. Proceeds from the booth helped support the club’s local service projects, youth programs, scholarships, and community grants.

Marshall Absalom (center).

The corn was provided by restaurateur John Akkaya from Don Giovanni, and the sausages were provided by Dittmer Bubert of Dittmer’s Gourmet Meats & Wurst-Haus (located near South Los Altos).

Desk Depot owner and long-time Kiwanian Richard Erickson.

Arts and crafts event at a community Christmas party.

Former Mountain View Police Captain Michael Freeberg continued his lifelong commitment to public service after retirement by serving as Chair of the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View Foundation Grants Committee. Under his leadership, the Foundation awarded grants totaling millions of dollars to local nonprofit organizations, extending the club's century-long legacy of community service. Shown here with a local Boy Scout at a Kiwanis community event.

Hugo Giske and Bob Murie.

Paul Goldstein (left foreground) and Dan Hoppe (right foreground) at the Arbor Day tree planting event.

Frank Zajak, Rick Meyer, and Paul Goldstein use a powerful auger for the Arbor Day Service Project

Mark Lindberg, Paul Goldstein, and Rick Meyer.

Sandy and Margaret Gum.

Margaret Gum, Chris Kuzmal, and Sandy Gum.

Seated: H. Giske.
Standing: M. Absalon.

Frank Zajac, longtime secretary for the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View, organizes a meeting for members.

Mountain View Key Clubbers cleaning up Cuesta Park as a service project for the community.

Frank Zajac and Key Clubbers at a foundation grant awards banquet.

Former President and Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Versic with her father Pete Versic enjoying a birthday celebration during a club meeting.

John Akkaya, owner of Ristorante Don Giovanni, has been a longtime friend and host of the Kiwanis Club of Mountain View. Located on Castro Street, Don Giovanni has served as a regular gathering place for club meetings and celebrations, a tradition that continues today with Kiwanis grant presentations and scholarship awards.