September 30, 2026
New prizes and more planned for 2026 Lawn Party
The Lawn Party by the Bay returns December 5 to Ken Thompson Park on City Island, with a new treasure bag raffle.
Kiwanis Clubof Longboat Key
Press
In the news
Coverage of the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key in the Longboat Observer, newest first. Each link opens the full article on the Observer's site.
2026
September 26, 2026
Kiwanians plan for pancake fundraiser benefiting Miracle League
The October 24 pancake breakfast at The Lazy Lobster raises money for The Miracle League of Manasota.
June 22, 2026
Accessible baseball league benefits from Kiwanis pancake breakfast funds
The club presents a $3,500 gift to The Miracle League of Manasota, its new charitable partner.
March 28, 2026
Kiwanians support Family Promise chapter at pancake breakfast
The spring pancake breakfast at The Lazy Lobster.
February 8, 2026
Kiwanians present record-breaking check from Lawn Party
The 2025 Lawn Party raises a record gift for the Children's Guardian Fund.
2025
December 8, 2025
Longboat's Lawn Party returns following hurricane hiatus
The Lawn Party comes back to City Island after the 2024 hurricanes.
November 25, 2025
Kiwanis Lawn Party on City Island will host 32 restaurants
A preview of the restaurants serving at the 2025 Lawn Party.
November 17, 2025
Longboat Kiwanis Club hosts breakfast fundraiser
The fall pancake breakfast at The Lazy Lobster.
October 1, 2025
Longboater who rebuilt Kiwanis membership hands over reins
Michael Garey passes the presidency to Danielle Gladding.
July 29, 2025
Lo' Key Island Grille owner reflects with Kiwanians
A summer social hour on the North End.
March 14, 2025
Longboat Kiwanis presents check to Children's Guardian Fund
A gift to the Children's Guardian Fund from the spring pancake breakfast.
From the archive
May 16, 2022
Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key celebrates 50 years
The club, founded in 1972, marks its golden anniversary with a brunch at The Lazy Lobster.
August 18, 2022
Kiwanis looks back at Lawn Party escapades
Members remember Lawn Parties past.
October 2, 2020
Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key meets for October
A club breakfast meeting during the pandemic.
October 3, 2019
Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key welcomes new president
A change of club leadership.
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Children's Guardian Fund
Grateful thanks to the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key!
LBK News
Kiwanis Lawn Party roars back on Saturday, ready to serve fun, support for kids
Media inquiries
Reporters and producers can reach Danielle Gladding, President, at (941) 539-8535.