Dr Bonita Lowrie
District Governor
July, August. September - We have
just finished the first quarter of the 2006-2007 Year in Lionism
as we "Ride for the JR Brand!"
The Second Cabinet Meeting will be held at the First Baptist
Church, 900 Calder, Beaumont Saturday, October 21. The main
focus will be Campaign SightFirst II. To download the
registration form go to http://www.district2s1.org/calendar
District Environment Committee Chair Lion Dr. Gerry Peacock is
recovering from knee replacement. Many are taking up the slack
for the district environmental project "Tabs for Tots" which
will benefit children with diabetes at the Ronald McDonald
House.
Onalaska Lioness Club has filled two 5 gallon jugs and working
on a third. They will have two empty Challenge Jugs in Beaumont.
Lion Jim Patterson, Garrison Lions Club, has one 5 gallon jug
filled and working on a second. He will have one empty Challenge
Jug in Beaumont. Bring tabs to the Second Cabinet Meeting and
fill those Challenge Jugs.
That evening Beaumont Founders will celebrate their 90th Club
Anniversary. Go to
http://www.district2s1.org/calendar to download and print the
invitation/registration form.
The Peace Poster Contest, coordinated by District Chair Lion
Linda Sedtal is in full swing.
LCI is launching a new emergency relief effort, Lions ALERT
Program. The 13 page guide is now available at
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/alert_program.shtml.
The Lions ALERT program spurs the imagination for new members
and/or new clubs.
The Family Membership Initiative will go into effect January 1,
2007. Is this a natural new club for your community?
Roaming Roaring Lions:
- PDG Doyel Chandler and VDG
Fred Renkema - On-site visit to Lions World Services for the
Blind Little Rock, Arkansas.
- Lion Daniel Shank - Southern
Baptist Yellow Hats Flood Disaster Relief Team, El Paso.
- Lions Pat and Jennie Brady,
Training for District Presenters, Texas Lions Eyeglasses
Recycling Center - Midland.
- Lions Eye Bank of Texas
Trailer (Districts 2-S1, 2-S2, 2-S4 and 2-A3) on the move.
- Orange Lions Carnival
October 20 - Wear your vest and Serve as a Volunteer!
- VDG Fred Renkema, PDG
Randall Morris, PDG Stump Weatherford attended USA/Canada
Forum, Columbus, Ohio.
October, November, December -
Second quarter of the 2006-2007 Year in Lionism begins as we
continue to "Ride for the JR Brand!" and "Together, We Can Help
More Lions Serve More People!"
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From The Desk of VDG Fred
Renkema
Vice District Governor
It’s great to be a lion and have the ability to serve others. Lion
Rita and I visited the Lions World Service for the Blind in Little
Rock, Arkansas in August. This Lions entity that we support is where
we teach blind people how to be self sufficient and how to learn to
select a vocation so that they can support themselves. These blind
people learn vocations like computer programming, computer
technology, small engine repair and many other vocations. Once they
complete their studies, they leave and go to a job in which they
have been trained to do. Let’s keep up the support for LWSB.
Lion Rita and I traveled to Columbus, Ohio for the USA/ Canada Lions
Leadership Forum in September. The VDG’s were invited to hear about
the Quest Program that is sponsored by LCI. This program is designed
to be in our schools and provides much direction and socialization
for children in all grades. We also received a lot of training in
all areas of Lionism. I will be sharing this information with all
the Lions in the district so that we can use it to better serve
those in need.
We need to have each club look at their purpose and evaluate their
goals. We need to recruit people into our clubs and give them a
purpose for being in the club. Lets make our meetings fun and with a
purpose.
I’m proud to be a part of the world’s largest service organization.
Lions Clubs International President Jimmy Ross says that all clubs
need to change. Change is good. We need to grow and attract younger
people and families, have fun, fellowship and do fundraisers that
are fun and productive.
Keep doing the great work that you are doing in your clubs and we
will see you at the District Cabinet Meeting in October.
VDG Fred Renkema
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IMPORTANT NOTICE from Lions Clubs International:
Effective July 1, 2007, any club that has past due balances in
excess of US$20 per member or US$1,000 per club which ever is
less, outstanding past 150 days will be automatically suspended,
including the charter, rights, privileges, and obligations of
the Lions Club for a period not to exceed 90 days. During this
time, the club must pay the entire amount billed to the club
before the suspension status is lifted. If the club does not pay
this amount in 90 days, the club will be automatically canceled.
This is critical, because clubs with one per-capita billing
outstanding 150 days or longer can be suspended. This new ruling
is very aggressive; clubs may avoid loosing their good status if
poor payment trends are immediately addressed. Clubs are
encouraged to pay their full past due balances, regardless of
amount, to ensure the club remains in good standing. |
YOU ARE INVITED TO THE
90TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
OF THE
BEAUMONT FOUNDERS LIONS
CLUB
OF DISTRICT 2-S1OCTOBER 21,
2006-AT HISTORIC FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, 900
CALDER, BEAUMONT, TEXAS
Founded in August,
1916, The Beaumont Founders Lions Club was one of the original
seventeen clubs that joined together in service to found Lions Clubs
International. Beaumont Founders is the second longest serving club
in International-- over 45,000 clubs in 199 countries.
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS
THIS HISTORIC EVENT!! DINING HALL OF FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH RECEPTION
AT 6 P.M. DINNER AND PROGRAM AT 7 P.M. INTERNATIONAL DIRECTOR LION
MARSHALL COOPER AND LION WANDA WILL BE OUR FEATURED SPEAKER AND
GUEST.
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Info & Registration form
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Second Cabinet Meeting Registration Form
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Lions Eye Bank of Texas Mobile Screening Unit
The Lions Eye Bank of Texas is proud to
announce the availability of its Mobile Screening Unit for use at
vision screenings throughout the four districts that support the eye
bank – Districts 2-S1, 2-S2, 2-S4 and 2-A3. The Mobile Screening Unit
includes a full optic lane for conducting vision screenings as well as
a supply of recycled eyeglasses from the Texas Lions Eyeglass
Recycling Center in Midland, Texas.
Guidelines for use of the Mobile Screening Unit require a team of
volunteers who are trained to use the equipment. Districts 2-S1, 2-S2
and 2-A3 have trained volunteer teams that are available to assist
with screenings. These teams can also work with Lions interested in
being trained to use the equipment. Other requirements for use include
arranging for the transport of the unit and having a licensed
professional on-site during all screenings.
Any club wishing to reserve the Mobile Screening Unit should complete
a request form and return it to Alicen Swift at the Lions Eye Bank of
Texas. The request form is available via e-mail. All requests will be
acknowledged in writing upon receipt. For more information, please
contact Alicen Swift at 713-798-5545 or by e-mail at alswift@bcm.edu. |
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Campaign SightFirst II
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Fellow Lions, this is an
exciting time for our association. At no time in our history
has Lions’ role as “Knights of the Blind” been more important.
Since 1990, our SightFirst program has made it possible to
save the sight of more than 27 million people. As you know, we
cannot continue to fund these programs without Campaign
SightFirst II, and without SightFirst, the world’s blind
population could double by 2020.
I thank you on behalf of those we hope to serve and Lions
everywhere for all that you do for the success of Campaign
SightFirst II. It is because of the contributions that you
have made and will continue to make to the campaign that will
allow SightFirst to continue. Even in an association as large
as ours, an individual can make an impact. Your work setting
goals with 2006-2007 clubs in preparation for our October 11th
Worldwide Report Day is critical to our success. Just as you
make a difference in the work that you do for Campaign
SightFirst II, one club can also make a difference by:
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- Becoming a
Model Club – Already 1,220 clubs have decided to “lead the
way” in CSFII. Invite your clubs to “accept the challenge”
by becoming a Model Club this year.
- Raising
funds today – By raising funds today, clubs will inspire
other Lions to action, provide additional momentum to the
campaign and enable SightFirst programs to save the sight of
those we hope to help.
- Increasing
your group’s per-member average – Each Lions club will have
unique fund-raising potential. We need our best clubs to
excel, as we know that some clubs will raise little or set
modest goals. One club can lead the way for their fellow
Lions.
The time to
act in the fight against blindness is now. Go out and find
those inspirational clubs that can make a difference. With
your help, Lions have the “Power to Change the World.”
Yours in Lionism,
Jimmy M. Ross
International President
Lions Clubs International |
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Family Membership
Initiative
Family Membership
Lions Clubs International announces the Family Membership Dues Rate.
This new membership initiative is an exciting opportunity for Lions to
welcome and expand services to their community. With family members as
the main focus, Lions Clubs International offers not only a reduced
dues rate to its members, it also presents special programs,
activities and opportunities for families. The Family Membership Dues
rate begins on January 1, 2007, for those Lions who are certified as
family members by November 30, 2006. Read below for more information
on how your family can utilize the Family Membership Dues Rate.
Getting Started
If you have questions or would like additional information
regarding family membership please e-mail
memberprog@lionsclubs.org |
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Women's Development &
Participation Women
have been members of Lions Clubs since 1987. What a great
honor for us women. (We didn't get to vote until 1920.)
Women's progress has been a gradual one, becoming more marked
as both men and women learned that one could not advance far
without the other.
In the 55 clubs in District 2-S1, the percentage of women to
men is less than 19%. Our clubs have a great potential for
growth by looking for men and women who truly recognize the
need to serve their communities and the world.
Most women are organized, understand the needs of others and
will work hard to see those needs met.
It is our hope that clubs in our district will see women's
participation in Lionism as a way to expand their service to
others.
Through Lions Services for Children Programs, we women would
dedicate our time in helping children in need.
We urge the men to invite their spouses to join their clubs
and women to invite their women friends to join our
organization.
As our International President Jimmy Ross said, "Not only do
we work miracles the world over and bring the gift of sight,
we make it possible for members of our clubs to become better
citizens."
Nora Patterson, District
Chair |
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Message From International President Jimmy Ross
Greetings! I'm writing to you this month about exciting public
relations tools available from LCI and about our new disaster
preparedness initiative - the Lions Alert Program. These are two vital
tools you can use to increase your club's visibility in the community.
First, the best source for generating positive PR in your community is
to be sure your club's projects and accomplishments are covered in the
local newspaper. But to do this effectively, your club should be using
professionally-formatted press releases to make it easier for
reporters to cover your story. LCI now has a range of press releases
(found on the LCI website) that can help your club properly promote
its events, service projects, fundraisers, and most importantly, its
accomplishments in serving the community.
In addition to press releases, the LCI web site now also features the
Lions News Network (LNN) where you can download a number of Lions
Public Service Announcements, including the newest one featuring
Former U.S. President -- and Lion -- Jimmy Carter promoting the
accomplishments of SightFirst. I know you will be impressed and proud
when you see these world-class PR and communication tools now
available to your club.
Generating press coverage of your club's accomplishments is also
important for our own needs as members. When Lions see their
accomplishments in the local paper, they are proud about the positive
image such stories create. And it also validates a Lion's primary
reason for being part of this great organization of ours - to serve
and to make a difference in the lives of others.
Now, the gift of service Lions provide to their community, and around
the world, is never more visible then when we respond to disasters,
whether it's a local fire or something as catastrophic as a large-sale
tsunami or hurricane.
This year, to further strengthen our ability to respond to disasters,
the Lions Alert Program has been introduced. The program not only
provides guidelines for how to develop a disaster response
preparedness plan, but its companion web site allows clubs and
districts to request assistance from, or offer assistance to, other
Lions who are nearby or halfway across the world. This
Lion-helping-Lion network is part of our new Lions Serving Humanity
online database. I'm extremely excited about this new initiative and
encourage you to learn about it.
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/alert_program.shtml#
Below are more links to on-line resources and important information
for your club. I'll be writing you again next month, and in the
meantime, please share with me your success stories with PR and any
suggestions you have regarding the Lions Alert Program. I would enjoy
hearing from you.
Sincerely
Lion Jimmy Ross
International President
English version
Have You Seen the Lions News Network?
A new resource has been added to the Lions Web site, Lions News
Network (LNN). From LNN you can view LQ (Lions new quarterly video
magazine), video programs and public service announcements (PSAs).
Lions can also order videos to present at a club meeting or community
event and encourage local television stations to download PSAs for
broadcast. A limited number of copies of LQ on DVD are available by
request by contacting Public Relations. Submit interesting story ideas
and photos (300 dpi) by e-mail for consideration.
LQ@lionsclubs.org
CAMPAIGN SIGHTFIRST II news:
As with any important endeavor, setting a goal will keep your club's
campaign on track for success. Setting a goal for Campaign SightFirst
II will also help your club achieve its greatest potential. Your group
coordinator will contact you soon, if he/she has not already.
. 2006-2007 Lions clubs: don't forget to set your CSFII goal by Sept.
27!
. US$48.5 million raised toward US$150 million goal to continue Lions'
SightFirst programs
. Nearly 7,000 group coordinators working with clubs around the world
. US$6 is the average cost to save someone's vision through SightFirst
To read more about what amazing Model Clubs and CSFII news, visit:
http://www.lions-csfii.org/live/content/pdfs/club_news_v2_i2_en.pdf
Speak with your group coordinator about becoming a Model Club or use
the link to download a MODEL CLUB CANDIDATE form.
http://www.lions-csfii.org/live/content/pdfs/mc_app_form_08_2006.pdf
Your club's participation as a Model Club will better the lives of
thousands of individuals by protecting or even saving their sight
through CAMPAIGN SIGHTFIRST II.
PUBLIC RELATIONS WEBSITE MATERIALS - The September edition of the
e-newsletter is now available for distribution.
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/news_news_online.shtml
Use these Public Relation tools to help promote your club.
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/resources_media.shtml
HIGHWAY SIGNS
What is the condition of your community road sign? Consider purchasing
a new road sign from Club Supplies. LCI is looking for the most
creative Lions road sign. Send a digital picture of your highway sign
to my attention; include in the e-mail a contact name, e-mail address,
club number and club name.
http://www2.lionsclubs.org/LionsClubsSuppliesStore/browse.aspx?
bc=Lions+Clubs+Supplies+Base+Catalog%3bClub+Supplies%3bHighway+Signs%3b
FAMILY MEMBERSHIP
The Family Unit Certification Form will be on-line in October. More
information and materials on the Family Membership Program are
available on-line
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/programs_mem_family.shtml |
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Future Leader Dog
Ivy Green which is #7, is sitting and looking at her new home of
Texas during the 2 1/2 day drive from Rochester, MI. |
Ivy Green (#7) is just 9 weeks old as she makes her very first
Lions Club visit to the
Abilene Cactus Lions Club. |
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Lions Environment Program
The Lions environment program was adopted in 1972 and clubs continue
to organize projects that preserve the air, water and land. Each club
in District 2S-1 needs to discuss at their meetings some environmental
project that can be done in the community. Examples are: 1. select a
park, school or public site and, with proper permission, plant some
trees and maintain them until they are established, 2. clean up a
roadside, park or public area, 3. get involved in recycling programs
involving paper, aluminum, glass or plaster.
I wish to adopt a program started by the Onalaska Lioness Club for the
district. This is the collection of aluminum pull tabs. I wish to
collect them for the Ronald McDonald House in support of needy
diabetic children. You can bring the tabs to our district cabinet
meetings and I will get them to the proper place.
Also, I would like to know of any environmental project you have been
involved in or start up.
Gerry Peacock
My e-mail address is
rgpeacock@cox.net and my phone number is 936-715-9424 and my
address is 4403 Red Oak Dr., Nacogdoches, TX 75965.
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New Lions ALERT Program
I am proud to unveil the new Lions ALERT Program. This new initiative
provides all Lions with an opportunity to serve as community leaders
in the event of an emergency.
Information about the program - as well as the Lions ALERT Program
handbook - appears on the Lions Web site (www.lionsclubs.org, click
into: Other Programs, International Relations).
I ask all council chairpersons/district governors to appoint and
submit the name of a multiple district/district ALERT chairperson to
Lions headquarters through either the Lions Web page (www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/alert_program.shtml)
or the return of this e-mail (please include your name and multiple
district or district number, and the chairperson's name, address,
telephone number, mobile telephone number, fax number, and e-mail
address).
If you have any questions about the new Lions ALERT Program, please
feel free to contact Lions International Headquarters at: programs@lionsclubs.org
or by telephone at 630-571-5466, extension 315.
We Serve!
Sincerely,
Jimmy M. Ross, President
Lions Clubs International
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Texas Lions Camp News
Now is the time to identify those
youths that you can sponsor the camp next summer!
Applications will be accepted after January 15, 2007.
Session One June 3 — June 9
Session Two June 10—June16
Session Three June 17 — June 23
Session Four June 24 — June 30
Session Five July 1 — July 7
Session Six July 8 — July 14
Camp Discovery July 15 — July 21
Day Camp July 18— July 20
Diabetic 1 July 22 — July 28
Diabetic 2 July 29 — August 4
If you want to take part in one of the spring work dates now is
the time to get your name on the list. Contact the camp
(830-896-8500) to reserve a bunk or you can contact the two groups
from District 2S1 that prepare the meals on different week ends,
the Orange Lions Club and Silsbee/Beaumont Breakfast Clubs.
The Camp will always accept your donations. One that is receiving
a lot of attention at this time is the “Specialty License Plates”.
The camp fronted TxDot the money to purchase the stamping plates,
we the Lions of Texas have to purchase a set number of plates
prior to the state refunding the front money. After that number
has been sold the camp will receive a percentage of the renewal
fee each year. Any County Tax Assessor’s has the form or you can
contact a camp director.
Contact us for programs: Charles Tarver, 409-385-6102 or Harold
Yost 936-632-7821
“We Serve”
Harold
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The Circle of
Life - News About our Canine Partners
New Arrivals: 15 Litters produced 93 Puppies
Leader Dogs Retired: 28
Leader Dogs Deceased: 21
Retired Breeding Stock: 4
Deceased Breeding Stock: 1
The Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called the Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone
here, that pet goes to the Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and
hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play
together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our
friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health
and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong
again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times
gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small
thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be
left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one
suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are
intent; his eager body begins to quiver. Suddenly he begins to run
from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him
faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend
finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be
part again. The happy kisses rain upon your face, your hands again
caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting
eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent
from your heart.
Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together…
Author Unknown |
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PT. Arthur Founders Support the
Salvation Army
 Upholding
the Lion's Motto "We Serve", Port Arthur Founders Lions Jim DeLee and
Tom Dunlop are members of the Salvation Army Advisory Board. Lions Jim
and Tom are aware of the need for additional financial support for a
3-phase project of the Salvation Army here in Port Arthur. The
Founders Club donated $1000 to help build a distribution center.
Enough funds have been raised for this phase of the project and work
will begin on it soon. Another phase is a boys and girls club which
will include a gym, computer room, game room and some classrooms. The
3rd phase is the repair and remodeling of the office building which
was built in 1946. Additional funds of approximately $344,000 are
needed to complete this 3-phase project and any donations will be
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Club
Activities
Beaumont Breakfast Lions
Club
preparations underway for the annual bowling tournament.
Fundraising plans being made.
Beaumont Founders Lions Club
August was not very active for our club. We collected 329 pr. of
glasses and 9 hearing aids; we provided 3 eye exams and 3 pr. of
new glasses; we appproved 2 hearing aids for two who needed them.
We had a HARP meeting at Lamar U. and mer with South/ Forest Park
and Bmt. Breakfast for an update on Reg. activities. We have had
several meetings planning for Oct. Dist. Meeting. We have had
several meeting planning our 90th birthday celebration in October.
Our Night Branch keeps growing with two new members in July and a
prospect for August.
Beaumont South/Forest Park Lions Club
1)Board Meeting 8/21/06 Concession Report Region 3 Chairman Mary
Jon Wells made numerous reports and upcoming calendar. 2)New
Member - Thomas McGarity Sponsor -Arnold McNeely 3)435 pairs of
used eyeglasses turned in 4)3 Eye Exams and New Eye Glasses for
needy students - $207.00 5) Clean-Up Day at Concession Stands
8/5/06
Chester Lions Club
Our special speakers were Michael Roesler, Assistant Warden at the
Gib Lewis Unit in Woodville, and Bob David, Forest Consultant, who
spoke about the affects of Hurricane Rita on our surrounding
forests. We collected 6 pairs of eyeglasses. We are also in the
planning stages of a new fundraiser for the fall.
Cushing Lions Club
none
Garrison Lions Club
Garrison Lions Club District Governor Dr. Bonita Lowrie and Lion
Nora Patterson recently attended the Leader Dog for the Blind camp
in Rochester, Michigan on August 11. Following their visit, the
Garrison Lions Club had Past District Governor Doyel Chandler who
is the Lions world chairperson for the blind give an outstanding
presentation about the Lions Blind program, and that there would
be a new six acre facility opening in Little Rock, Arkansas.
District Governor Lowrie was also presented a Treasurers plaque
for being an outstanding treasurer, and she also received a
precious stone globe as the winner in the District Governor
contest in Kerrville. The first district cabinet meeting was a
great success. The Garrison Lions Club is currently preparing for
the up coming October Garrison Lions Homecoming. The club also
enjoyed a visit from Past District Governor David Middleton from
Alto.
Groveton Lions Club
started their 2006-07 year off with a bang. The Directors meeting
on August 3rd resulted with all the Committee chairpersons
positions being filled, and the proposed budget being approved.
First month' meetings resulted in Annual Steak Dinner being
planned for Sept. 22 Agreeing to host birthday parties for Nursing
Home Election of our sweetheart Julie Renee Dial Programs:
Judge Elizabeth Coker Judge of district 258 for Trinity, San
Jacinto, and Polk County Captain Andy Wilson with Trinity County
Chamber of Commerce presented program on Keep America Beautiful.
Our average attendance for August was 12 with 3 guest for the
month
Jacksonville Lions Club
The Club gave a $1000 scholarship to a Jacksonville High School
graduate.
Jasper Lions Club
In August, the members of Jasper Lions Club purchased two new
horses for the Texas Lions Camp. Immediate Past President Tony
Randall, made a personal donation to cover the purchase of a
bridle, headstall, halter and lead rope for each horse. After
serving for ten years on the Texas Lions Camp's "Program
Committee", PDG Lloyd Persons has been moved to the "Camp
Improvement Committee". The Jasper Lions Club, also welcomed
Pamela Johnson as a new Lions member, sponsored by Lion Ben
Hancock.
Kirbyville Lions Club
The Kirbyville Lions will have a Fish Fry October 14,2006. This
will take place at the JNEC. We have a new member Lion Gary
Fairchild, sponsor Lion Jimmy Richardson. Mark Durand spoke to us
about Organ Donation Another meeting Belinda Durham, Glenda Moore,
Paula Moore spoke to us about ETHAN,DADS,RSVP programs. Lion Jimmy
Richardson is doing good. We give Thanks and Praise to our LORD
and SAVIOR for his return to good health. PDG Doyel Chandler has
been busy visiting Garrison Lions Club, Rusk Lions Club, and the
LWSB in Little Rock, AR We are looking forward to our DG Dr. Bonita
Lowrie visiting us on September 7th. I believe she is also
bringing PDG David Middleton from the Alto Lions Club. Have a Safe
and Happy Labor Day!
Kountze Lions Club
On September 1, the Kountze Lions Club sold homemade ice cream at
the Kountze High School football game. This was the first
fundraiser for this year. The Kountze Lions Club provided the
leadership for a city clean-up day on Saturday, September 9. Seven
other organizations and groups joined us in picking up trash along
Hwy. 69 in Kountze. Lion President Elaine Alums directed the
event. Submitted by Arthur Kees, Secretary.
Livingston Lions Club
Livingston Lions Club Sponsored 6 eye exams. 400 Tickets for the
outdoorsman fundraiser will be sold in late September. Fried
turkeys will be available the day before Thanksgiving. Annual
Christmas tree sales will begin the day after Thanksgiving. 3
Lions attended the District meeting in Nacogdoches.
Lufkin Evening Lions Club
Purchased 4 pair of eyeglasses. Displayed installed at Applebee
restaurant. New member Bernice Gray sponsor of Legrand Carney. Two
members dropped to to health reasons Dr. William and Athena Petty.
Programs: Texas Lions Camp, camper and scholarship winner. Bill
West, co-chair for Lufkin Task Force to Undo Racism. Upcoming
projects: Marksman country/gospel concert on September 1. Booth
at Heritage Festival on September 14 at Lufkin Civic Center.
Committee planning 50th anniversary on December 2nd, 2006 changed
from December 12th
Lufkin Host Lions Club
Speakers for August were Lufkin High school Coach John
Outlaw, Diboll Head Football Coach Gary Martel, our Mayor - Jack
Gorden, Cooper Castle - Big 12 Football Referee, and Peggy Bowser
and Rhonda Carroll with the Lufkin ISD Host Program. Our club is
in the middle of planning the annual Pineywoods Purgatory Bike
Ride that will take place on October 7th. Proceeds benefit area
scholarship funds.
Metro Lions Club
We have started this Lion year with high expectations from our
club with the leadership of our new President Lion Jim Boudreaux.
We have collected in excess of 30 pairs of old glasses and a
number of frames and cases. Also we have paid for two eye exams. A
link sale was held September 9th for funds to support our projects
to contribute to approximately ten charitable organizations. Our
monthly program sponsors are coming up with very good programs.
Our flag program is doing very well. |
Mt. Enterprise Lions Club
This month the Mt Enterprise Lions Club provided an eight by two
foot sign for the Mt Enterprise Community Health Clinic
Nacogdoches Noon Lions Club
August was "Vacations Month" Efforts were directed to planning and
recruiting. Club attendance averaged 80%.
Nederland Professional Lions Club
We welcomed a new member, Carolyn Dixon, into our club & held the
induction ceremony on Aug 21, 06. We also celebrated two members
birthdays, VDG Fred Renkema, and Lion Alice Branson. We provided 2
hearing aids for a local resident.
New Summerfield Lions Club
New Summerfield Lions Club held its first fund raiser at the
annual Bike Rally. The raffle for two Wal-Mart cards yielded $303.
Newton Lions Club
At our August meeting, Rev. L. D. Matthews spoke to the club
regarding activities at the Mark and Lydia Bean Community Center.
The Lions Club and Chamber of Commerce co-sponsored a
back-to-school Teacher appreciation luncheon on August 9.
Sponsored Texas Lions Camper Brandon Kelley.
Onalaska Greater Lions Club
Club enjoyed meeting and listening to our new Superintendent of
schools. Furnished exams and eyeglasses for three students and
sent updated forms to both school nurses to facilitate the process
for students needing eyeglasses for the fall term. Paid all dues,
Two members attended the district cabinet meeting. At out last
meeting in August we had a very interesting program on the
pipeline problems in Alaska from one of our own lions who is
active in the oilfield industry,
Orange Lions Club
Orange Lions Club members are busy working on getting Orange Lions
Club Charity Carnival ready to operate. Opening gates at 6:30 pm
on October 11 and running nightly thru October 14 and again
October 18 thru October 21. Kiddie Day is October 14 and gates
will open at 4 PM for parents with kids under 12 years of age.
Gate fees nightly will be Under 12 - Free and 13 and older - $2.00
each. LIONS wear your VEST. Orange Lions participated at the
Orange Sheriff Poss. Rodeo and sold Snow Cones. Guest Speakers
this month were Paula Tacker of the Orange County Family &
Consumer Science Corp, she spoke on Preparing for the Unexpected;
and Jim Clark of the Lutcher Theater, he spoke on the theater
hurricane repairs and the incredible events for the upcoming
season. Club approved providing 12 pairs of glasses for the needy
and we have one application for hearing aide.
Port Arthur Founders
On August 11 John Wasser, Port Neches City Councilman, spoke to
the Port Arthur Founders regarding proposed river front plans and
other city issues. Lion Myers Bergman was presented a beautiful
plaque from the Lions Camp as a 20-year Century Club member. Lion
Claire Rohrman received her 8-year Century Club medallion and Lion
Roger Dickson received his 6-year medallion. On August 23, PDG Moe
Culley gave a motivational talk on membership. At our business
meeting on August 29 plans were made for the pie sale (September 5
through September 29) and fruit cake sale (October-December).
Another fundraiser planned is our annual 7-day Sweetheart Cruise
departing Galveston February 25, 2007 on Royal Carribean's
Rhapsody of the Seas. GREAT RATES!! If you'd like more
information, please call Lion Jennie Brady at 727-6671 or Vicki
Beard at 722-5699. October 15 is deadline to book.
Port Neches Lions Club
On 8/8/06, Mr. Ronald Carlin, formerly of the Groves Professional
Lions, presented a program as a member of the Citizen's Advisory
Committee for Ford Park. Ronald also joined as member. A referral
was made for an elementary school for an exam and eyeglasses.
Members collected 114 pairs of eyeglasses and 239 individual
lenses. A Barbecue Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, September
16th from 10am to 2pm at the corner of Hwy 365 & Hwy 366.
Rusk Lions Club
Club members logged in 151 hours assisting Cub Scout Pack 405 to
host the 1st Annual LIONS/CUBS DERBY DAZE RACE, a pinewood derby
race/fundraiser for a new Scout Shack for Rusk which netted nearly
$1,000 for the building fund and $135 for club scholarships. Club
members donated 12 hours to MEALS ON WHEELS. The club grew by 1
member, Rev. David O'Neal. Club programs included Kathy Parker,
"Training a Guide Dog", PDG Doyel Chandler, Lions World Services for
the Blind, and Rusk PD officer Keith Gayle, "Cleaning Up Rusk." The
club had 9 visitors. Club members plan to man a concession stand at
the Reklaw Classic Car Show in September to raise funds for the
scholarship fund. Region Chairman Alicia Oliver visited from
Jacksonville several times.
Sour Lake Lions Club
Members donated money for air conditioner for elderly Sour Lake
resident, donated $200.00 for school supplies for needy Sour Lake
Elementary students, 3-B Zone Chairperson, Elaine Allums, attended
our August 22nd meeting
UPCOMING EVENT: SOUR LAKE LIONS CLUB BBQ COOKOFF OCTOBER 20-21ST
AT LIONS CLUB PARK. THIS IS A TGCBCA SANCTIONED COOKOFF. THERE
WILL ALSO BE A "BACKYARD DIVISION"(NOT SANCTIONED WITH RELAXED
RULES). BBQ CHICKEN PLATES WILL BE SOLD THAT FRIDAY AT NOON.
South County Breakfast
Several pair of used eye glasses collected. 2 eye exams and
glasses bought for school children. President O'Steen talked of
members looking for New Members. Club to put flags up in community
for Labor and Sept. 11th, (Remembrance Day 9-11)
Spurger Lions Club
Spurger Lions held a new teachers recognition day on August 8th in
conjunction with the Tyler County Chamber of Commerce for the 6 new
teachers coming to Spurger School. Community turnout was great and
much appreciated by the school. We also voted in another new
member, our club continues to grow.
Winnie-Stowell Lions Club
Congressman Ron Paul Congressional District 14.He was Elected to
Congress in 1970's,re-elected in 1996.He is a DR.& delivered more
than 4,000 babies, a graduate of Gettysburg College and Duke
University Medical School. He & his wife Carol have 5 children & 17
grand-children. Founder of 2 education organizations, Free & the
National Endowment for Liberty. He was out standing speaker.To have
at the Winnie-Stowell lions meeting on Aug.15,2006.IPDG.Penny
Gregrich, PDG. Lew Vail, PDG Claude Durham. We will be having him back
sometime again.
Woodville Lions Club
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New Members
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Sponsor |
| Carthage |
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| Dustin Nunley |
Stephen Williams |
| Charles Galetar |
Larry Brumley |
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Center Noon |
| Nathan Richards |
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| Jeff Baker |
Mahesh Galal |
| Reese Monroe |
Mahesh Gala |
| Ryan Pinkston |
Paul Pustka |
| Joe Lawson |
Terry Allen |
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Chester |
| Rodney Bendy |
Steve Havis |
| Amanda Espino |
Jeanice Campbell |
| Melissa Bendy |
Steve Havis |
| Shanna Havis |
Carol Havis |
| Howard Smith |
Jeanice Campbell |
| Cari Wagstaff |
Jeanice Campbell |
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| Jasper |
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| Pamela Johnson |
Ben Hancock |
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| Lufkin Host |
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| Jeffrey Thiebert |
Ben Moore |
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| Orange Noon |
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| Nicole Sessions |
Jimmy Chambers |
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| Rusk |
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| David O'Neal |
Charles Burfoot |
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| Woodville |
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| Ben Bythewood
III |
John Morrison |
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Calendar of Events |
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October 2 |
DG Official Visit to Combined
Nacogdoches Lions Clubs |
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October 6 |
DG Official Visit with Jasper
Lions Club |
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October 6 |
Hotel Deadline for 2nd Cabinet
Meeting & Beaumont Founders 90th Anniversary |
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October 7 |
Region 5/Zone 5-A & Zone 5-B |
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October 11-14 |
Orange Lions Club Carnival |
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October 14 |
Kirbyville Lions Fish Fry |
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October 16 |
Lions Eye Bank of Texas, Houston |
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October 18-21 |
Orange Lions Club Carnival |
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October 20-21 |
Sour Lake Lions Club TGCBCA
Sanctioned BBQ Cookoff |
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October 20 |
Advisory Council Meeting -
Orange Carnival Barn |
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October 21 |
Second Cabinet Meeting -
Beaumont |
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October 21 |
Beaumont Founders Lions Club
90th Anniversary |
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October 21 |
Jasper Evening Lions Club
Medical Camp |
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October 28 |
Garrison Lions Club 56th Annual
Lions Homecoming |
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November |
Second Round of Region/Zone
Meetings |
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November 2-4 |
Second Council of Governors
Meeting |
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November 13 |
Region 3/Zone 3-A & Zone 3-B |
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November 15 |
Peace Poster Deadline |
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November 20 |
DG Official Visit to Mt
Enterprise |
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December 2 |
Lufkin Evening Lions Club 50th
Club Anniversary |
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