When it comes to community spirit and golden pancakes, Poway’s Original Pancake House sets the bar high! With its rustic Americana charm, family-friendly vibe, and indoor/outdoor seating, it’s a beloved local gem—and a cherished partner of the Kiwanis Club of Poway.

Founded in 1990 by John and Lisa Lingham, after John began flipping flapjacks at age 16, the Poway location has become famous for its extensive pancake selection and signature dishes. But what truly sets them apart is their heart for service.

For over 10 years, the Linghams have generously donated pancake batter for all our club’s breakfasts—fueling events that support the Poway community, local nonprofits, and Camp Reach for the Sky, a camp for children affected by cancer. Their contributions have helped serve thousands of pancakes, making every breakfast extra special.

💙 From all of us at Poway Kiwanis:
Thank you, John and Lisa, for your kindness, consistency, and delicious support!

Learn more about their story and menu at ophpoway.com

🎉 Big Wins & Big Smiles at Our October 2 Kiwanis Meeting!

The Poway Kiwanis Club had a truly energizing and celebratory meeting on October 2—and we’ve got plenty to cheer about!

🗣️ Encore Speaker: Jessica Studarus
Jessica returned for a highly informative encore presentation on Health Insurance Changes coming in 2026, helping us stay ahead of the curve with clarity and insight.

🌟 Special Guests: Aktion Club
We were thrilled to welcome members of the Aktion Club, led by their new President Jessica St. John. Their enthusiasm and leadership continue to inspire us all!

🤝 Merger Milestone—We Did It!
In a historic moment, we ratified the merger between the Poway Kiwanis Club and the Los Rancheros Kiwanis Club. This marks a new chapter of unity, strength, and expanded impact.

👏 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us—in person and virtually. Your presence made it a truly great group and a great night!

The Poway Rodeo is just around the corner, and the Kiwanis Club of Poway is saddling up to help make it a success! Join us for a weekend of boots, buckles, and big-hearted service as we support the community and bring smiles to the Kids Zone and beyond.

Whether we’re flipping pancakes, hosting water sales, or lending a hand behind the scenes, Poway Kiwanis is proud to be part of this beloved local tradition.

See you at the rodeo—let’s ride! 🤠
#PowayRodeo #PowayKiwanis #CommunityStrong #KidsZoneFun

On August 29, members of the Poway Kiwanis Club headed to the Del Mar Race Track for a lively and sun-soaked Day at the Races, hosted by our friends at the Del Mar Kiwanis Club.

It was a fantastic afternoon filled with fun, fellowship, and fast horses, as Kiwanians came together to celebrate community and connection in true Kiwanis style.

A heartfelt thank you to the Del Mar Kiwanis Club for your warm hospitality and for organizing such a memorable event.

#PowayKiwanis #DelMarKiwanis #DayAtTheRaces #CommunityStrong

As Midland Elementary School marks its centennial anniversary, the Kiwanis Club of Poway is proud to help kick off the celebration with something truly special—a newly chartered K-Kids Club!

Sponsored by our club, this new K-Kids chapter will empower students to lead through service, build character, and make a positive impact in their school and community. It’s the perfect way to begin a milestone year filled with learning, leadership, and legacy.

👏 Congratulations to Midland Elementary on 100 years of excellence! We’re excited to support the next generation of young leaders and look forward to an amazing school year and club year ahead.

#Midland100 #KKidsClub #PowayKiwanis #YoungLeaders #CelebratingCommunity

Meet your local Sheriff’s deputies, crime prevention specialists, Sheriff’s specialized unit and more. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes law enforcement community partnership and neighborhood camaraderie. Learn More: https://poway.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=4832

What an unforgettable morning at Balboa Park, as the Kiwanis Club of Poway continued our proud tradition—now possibly in its 30th year—of serving breakfast on the final day of Camp Reach for the Sky! This year’s celebration may have been our best breakfast yet, thanks to the vibrant and delicious FRUIT Buffet generously provided by Mission Fed Credit Union (the photos say it all!).

🎉 Welcome, New Kiwanians!
We were thrilled to have Warren Lew and his partner Lori Roads join the action by gathering pancake ingredients, while Devan England and his daughter Asahi brought juice and served it with contagious smiles. It’s wonderful to see new members jump in and make a difference right away!

🎒 Team Effort in Full Swing
A huge shout-out to John Couvrette for hauling the gear, and to Lynn B. for making sure Bob B. arrived in style! The morning wouldn’t have been complete without our dedicated team:
Alyssa Soto and the Princess Court, Ken Post, Beth Galloway, John Rigby, Harry Kimball, Neil Tarzy, Steve Ewart, and Mike Celeste—thank you all for your time, energy, and community spirit!

🤣 Flipping Highlights
Special mention to Warren for powering through three “misflips” with a left-handed spatula… despite being right-handed. (Just kidding, Warren—you were awesome! But 10-year-old Asahi England and the Princesses may have set the flipping gold standard!)

🍓 A Colorful & Nutritious Touch
Major thanks to Brit Levy and Mission Fed Credit Union for turning breakfast into a fruit-filled fiesta! The vibrant spread added a healthy, eye-catching boost to the celebration.

💙 Here’s to another successful year at Camp Reach for the Sky! Thank you, Team Kiwanis, for bringing joy, nourishment, and laughter to this meaningful tradition.
#PowayKiwanis #CampReachForTheSky #FruitBuffetFun #CommunityInAction #MakingADifference

Our June 12 Kiwanis Club of Poway meeting was an absolute hit, with over 40 members and guests gathering for an evening filled with camaraderie, insights, and unforgettable moments.

🐍 A Wild Encounter with Trapper Pat!
The star of the night was none other than Trapper Pat, who captivated the room with a fascinating presentation on his 800+ snake captures over the last five years. To everyone’s amazement, he even brought live snakes for us to see up close—a thrilling experience for all!

🏇 Day at the Races—Coming August 29!
We were honored to welcome four members of the Del Mar Kiwanis Club, including Steve Gardella, who spoke about the upcoming Day at the Races event on August 29. We’re looking forward to a fantastic day of fun and fundraising at Del Mar!

🍷 A Special Gift for Our Club!
To make the night even better, Steve Gardella presented us with a bottle of Zinfandel, generously donated by the Del Mar Kiwanis Club. This wonderful gift will be auctioned off at our next meeting—so get ready to place your bids

With over 30 members and guests joining in for an evening of insightful discussion and community camaraderie.

Spotlight Speaker: Poway Sheriff Captain Claudia Delgado: We were honored to hear from the Poway Sheriff Captain Claudia Delgado, who shared details about the many programs available to keep our community safe. Her knowledge and dedication to Poway’s well-being were truly appreciated.

Special Thanks to Reed Reichert & Los Rancheros!: We were thrilled to welcome Reed Reichert from Los Rancheros, who expressed gratitude for our club’s involvement in the Breakfast of Champions and Memorial Day celebration. As a token of appreciation, he gifted us a customized coffee urn and praised our club for being a well-respected pillar in the community—thank you, Reed, for your kind words and generous gift!

A Strong Kiwanis Presence: With so many dedicated members and enthusiastic guests, this meeting was yet another reminder of how our club continues to make a positive impact in Poway.

What a turnout from our Kiwanis Club of Poway—18 members strong! It seems no one had anything better to do… except have an absolute blast supporting the Rancho Bernardo Historical Society and the Memorial Day tribute!

While the crowds were lighter this year, the event was still a huge success, filled with delicious pancakes, great company, and plenty of laughs. Speaking of laughs, John Couvrette put on quite the show, flipping four pancakes at once—someone tell John Lingham at OPH he’s got competition!

A big shout-out to Johnny Pancake Lingham for donating three buckets of batter, ensuring our grill-on-wheels kept everyone well-fed. Another huge thanks to Bob Beavers and Lee Freeman for helping with gear transfer and staging the day before.

Kiwanians who made the day unforgettable:
🌟 Early risers—Jim McGuire & Mike Celeste (at daybreak!)
🌟 The amazing team—Neil Tarzy, Mike Boyer, Nancy Polston, Jeff Wilson, Ted Reynolds, John Hoey, Mona Randel, Harry Kimball, Melissa Walker, John Couvrette, Dave Graul, Tom Halfaker, and Deric Merino

A heartfelt THANK YOU to all our fellow Kiwanians for bringing energy, joy, and community spirit to this fantastic event!