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Knights of Columbus Community Food Drive - May 2020

    Knights of Columbus Mary Star of the Sea Council #4752 is hosting a Community Food Drive to Benefit: The Grand Island Neighbors Foundation and FeedMore WNY on Saturday, May 30th, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Knights of Columbus Hall, 1842 Whitehaven Rd, Grand Island. Accepting donations of all non-perishable foods. The most-needed items at this time include: canned fruits, canned vegetables, shelf-stable proteins (peanut butter, canned fish or chicken). Note: Donations will be collected in a drive up/drop off/no contact manner. Social distancing will be respected and all volunteer workers will be wearing masks.




Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship - January 2020

   St. Stephen’s gym is reserved for the local/council championship, the first level of the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship, on Saturday, January 18, 2020. Registration, as well as free throw practice, begins at 12:30 p.m. and closes at 1:30 p.m. Competition begins promptly at 1:30 p.m. Competition at this level, and in subsequent levels, is limited to boys and girls 9 to 14 years of age as of January 1, 2020. The entrant, as well as parent or guardian, must sign the official entry form.
    Advertising posters and some entry forms have been distributed to St. Stephen School and through the G. I. School District Athletics Office for distribution to Connor Middle, Huth Road Elementary and Kaegebein Elementary Schools. For further information and any questions, please call Mr. Peter Kuszczak, Local/Council Free Throw Chairman, at 773-6459.




Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship - January 2019

    The Knights of Columbus Council #4752 is hosting the first level of the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship, on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at the St. Stephen's gym. Registration and free throw practice begins at 12:30 p.m. and closes at 1:30 p.m. Competition begins promptly at 1:30 p.m. Competition at this level, and in subsequent levels, is limited to boys and girls 9 to 14 years of age as of January 1, 2019. The entrant, as well as parent or guardian, must sign the official entry form.
    Advertising posters and some entry forms have been distributed to St. Stephen School and through the G.I. School District Athletics Office for distribution to Connor Middle, Huth Road Elementary, and Kaegebein Elementary Schools. For further information and any questions, call Mr. Peter Kuszczak, Local/Council Free Throw Chairman, at 773-6459.




Knights of Columbus Meat Raffle - September 2018

    The Knights of Columbus Council #4752 is hosting a meat raffle on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at their facility, 1841 Whitehaven Road. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the first round starts at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10.00 and include, pizza, beer, wine and pop. See flyer.




Knights of Columbus Chicken Bar-B-Cue - August 2018

   Grand Island Knights of Columbus Mary Star of the Sea #4752, 1841 Whitehaven Road is hosting a Chicken BBQ and Basket Raffle on Saturday, August 18th from 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are $12.00 and tickets at the door are $13.00. All proceeds will benefit the Lions Club Special Kids Picnic. See flyer.




Nicaragua Mission Collection - May 2018

    The Nicaragua Mission Collection will be held Thursday, May 24th at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1841 Whitehaven Road. Summer clothing, shoes, and household items (dishes, pots & pans, glasses, bedding etc.) of any kind may be brought to the hall between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Non-perishable food items are also needed, as well as eyeglasses. Donations of cash are most welcome to purchase cows or pigs for families or to help defray shipping costs. Ann Marie Zon will bring her truck for loading at 6 p.m., and give a presentation about the Mission after the truck is loaded. Refreshments will be served. Thank you for your support again this year.




Relay For Life Cinco de Mayo Fundraiser - April 2018

   Relay for Life Event planned at Mary Star of the Sea Council, 1841 Whitehaven Road, Saturday, May 5, 2018.
    Maureen Tyson, this year's Grand Island Relay for Life feature survivor, has announced a fundraising event at the Knights of Columbus Mary Star of the Sea Council 4752. The theme of this event will be Cinco de Mayo and will be held on May 5th at the Knights of Columbus hall at 1841 Whitehaven Road from 6:30pm until 10pm. Mark Tyson, co-chairperson for this fundraiser exclaimed, "...we are so honored and excited that Relay For Life has chosen Mo to be the featured survivor! Her faith and positive attitude never waivered during her battle. She NEVER gave up hope. Dannie and I are so lucky to share her love everyday!" Mark went on to explain that the event will feature: a basket raffle, a 50/50 raffle, a wagon of spirits raffle, a cash bar and euchre tournament. There will also be an al la carte taco bar for a minimal donation.
    "The only way to fight this horrible disease is through events like this," noted co-chairperson Amanda Karnath. She continued by declaring, "We all know someone affected by cancer ...please consider helping Mo on her campaign to make cancer go away for good! Please consider joining us and donating a Basket and/or a bottle of spirits." Donations can be made by contacting dharhen@roadrunner.com or moetyson62@yahoo.com.
    The Knights of Columbus, Mary Star of the Sea Council 4752 is a fraternal organization dedicated to improving Grand Island and surrounding communities through charitable giving, educational support and scholarships, support for youth sporting activities, support for families in need and encouraging all faiths, especially Catholics, to deepen their relationship with God. For information regarding the Mary Star of the Sea Council or hall rental please write to: KofC Mary Star of the Sea Council 4752, 1841 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, New York 14072. Or call 716-773-4752. You are encouraged to follow our Council on Facebook @kofc4752 and on twitter @gikofc4752.




9th Annual United Way Community Baby Shower - April 2018

    Again this year the Knights of Columbus Mary Star of the Sea Council 4752 will collect baby items in support of the 9th Annual United Community Way Baby Shower. This community-wide effort to collect essential baby items will help at-risk mothers to give their newborns a stronger start, giving the supplies and support needed for a healthy beginning. "This effort is wholly consistent with the Knights of Columbus commitment to the "Right for Life" for every living being," stated Grand Knight Sean Carroll. David Forster, Charitable Committee Chairperson invites the community to drop off their donations at the Mary Star of the Sea Hall located at 1841 Whitehaven Drive, Grand Island, NY on April 27th from 7:30pm to 9:00pm. "I truly hope the Grand Island community will join us in support for this worthy cause. Any donation that would be useful for a newborn would be greatly appreciated. Specifically: diapers, baby wipes, sleepsacks, digital thermometers. Gift cards and cash donations are always gratefully accepted as well," noted David Forster.
   The Knights of Columbus, Mary Star of the Sea Council 4752 is a fraternal organization dedicated to improving Grand Island and surrounding communities through charitable giving, educational support and scholarships, support for youth sporting activities, support for families in need and encouraging all faiths, especially Catholics, to deepen their relationship with God. For information regarding the Mary Star of the Sea Council or hall rental please write to: KofC Mary Star of the Sea Council 4752, 1841 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, New York 14072. Or call 716-773-4752. You are encouraged to follow our Council on Facebook @kofc4752 and on twitter @gikofc4752.




Knights of Columbus Mary Star of the Sea St. Patrick's Day Party - March 2018

   Knights of Columbus Mary Star of the Sea St. Patrick's Day Party is on Saturday, March 17th at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 and include a souvenir pint glass, Guinness & HARP draft, corned beef & cabbage buffet and Irish dancers. See flyer for details.




Knights of Columbus Mary Star of the Sea Meat Raffle - September 2017

   The Knights of Columbus Mary Star of the Sea Meat Raffle will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2017 at 1841 Whitehaven Road. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., first spin at 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Tickets are $10.00, or reserve a table for $65.00. Ticket includes beer or pop, and two slices of pizza. Grand prize is a 3.7 cubic freezer and $250 Pelicano Meat gift certificate. See flyer for more details.




Nicaragua Mission Collection - May 2017

    The Nicaragua Mission Collection will be held Thursday, May 11th at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1841 Whitehaven Road. Summer clothing, shoes, and household items (dishes, pots & pans, bedding etc.) of any kind may be brought to the hall between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Non-perishable food items are also needed, as well as eyeglasses. Donations of cash are most welcome to purchase cows or pigs for families or to help defray shipping costs. Ann Marie Zon will bring her truck for loading at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Thank you for your support again this year.




Knights of Columbus Tuesday Night Bingo - January 2016

   Tuesday night bingo continues! Door and snack bar are open at 6 p.m. - the Early Bird ("Bullseye") game starts at 6:45 and the regular session starts at 7:30 p.m.

The Bonus Ball prize as of January 5, 2016 is $1864.00 and the Queen of Hearts, $2561.00.

We are now featuring "G-Ball" as our Progressive game. The jackpot increases every week until someone wins by getting a full card in the exact number of balls corresponding to the number on the first ball that is drawn "under the G."




Knights of Columbus Share Your Happiness Donation - December 2015

From left: Neighbors Foundation director Dave Khreis, Vice President Denny Dahl, Knights member Dick Dietrich, Foundation President Henry Kammerer, Knights Bill Gworek Sr. and Pete Kuszczak.

    The local Council 4752 Knights of Columbus presented a check for $500 to the Neighbors Foundation at the annual food distribution for the Share Your Happiness campaign, located at the Knights Hall on Whitehaven Road. The money was raised at fundraisers at the Knights, the latest being a meat raffle. The donated money will help pay for the turkey, ham and gifts purchased by the Foundation for needy families. This year over 100 individuals from 61 families will be assisted.




Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship - January 2015

   The local Council 4752 Knights of Columbus will host a Free Throw Championship at the St. Stephen School gym on Saturday, January 17th. Registration and free throw practice starts at 12:30 p.m. and competition begins promptly at 1:30 p.m. The competition is open to boys and girls ages 9-14 years. Birth cerificate/proof of age is required.




Nicaragua Mission Collection - April 2014

   The Nicaragua Mission Collection will be held Thursday, May 8th at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1841 Whitehaven Road. Summer clothing, shoes, and household items (dishes, pots & pans, glasses, bedding etc.) of any kind may be brought to the hall between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Donations of cash are most welcome to purchase cows or pigs for families or to help defray shipping costs. Ann Marie Zon will bring her truck for loading at 6 p.m. and will then give a presentation to bring the committee up to date on the Mission. Refreshments will be served. Thank you for your support again this year.




A Night of Wine & Cheese - January 2014

   The Grand Island Knights of Columbus and Aceti's Wine and Spirits are hosting a "Night of Wine and Cheese" at the Knights hall, 1841 Whitehaven on Saturday, February 1st from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Tickets are $20.00 per person / $35.00 per couple and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the St. Stephen's Scholarship fund. See flyer for details.




Nicaragua Mission Collection - May 2013

   The Nicaragua Mission Collection will be held Thursday, May 23rd at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1841 Whitehaven Road between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
   Bring your donations of summer clothing, shoes, and household items. Non-perishable foods and cash donations are welcome as well.
   Ann Marie Zon will pick up the donated items at the Knights Hall at 6 p.m. and will then give a presentation on the Mission. Refreshments will be served.




Nicaragua Mission Collection - April 2012

   The Nicaragua Mission Collection will be held Wednesday, May 16 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1841 Whitehaven Road between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.
   Bring your donations of summer clothing, shoes, and household items. Non-perishable foods and cash donations are welcome as well.
   Ann Marie Zon will bring her truck to the Knights Hall to collect items at 6 p.m. and will then bring the committee up to date on the Mission. Refreshments will be served.