Dr Bonita Lowrie
District Governor
The 2006-2007 year in Lionism will
be celebrated at the 66th District 2-S1 Convention at Hotel
Fredonia in Nacogdoches April 28, 2007.
Last May 2006, a cadre of twenty district leaders met for an all
day DreamWeavers Retreat for team-building and to lay the
general plans for 2006-2007. DreamWeavers will be honored at the
Convention Breakfast.
The DreamWeavers went forth to help other Lions become
DreamCatchers. The DreamCatcher pin is the most coveted District
2-S1 award for 2006-2007. It is a limited edition and cannot be
bought. The Convention Banquet will honor all "pinned"
DreamCatchers.
By the time of the District Convention, it is hoped that all
Lions in District 2-S1 will be DreamMakers for helping make
dreams come true for the less fortunate. The Convention Luncheon
will celebrate the fruits of our "We Serve" motto.
For the DreamMakers Luncheon, each club is asked to bring as
your honored guest a recipient of your humanitarian work. The
possible choices are too numerous to list; however, examples are
Recipient of scholarship, eyeglasses, hearing aid, food baskets
Club sweetheart
Outstanding Leo
Peace Poster Contest participant
Camper sponsored to the Texas Lions Camp
Girl Scout, Cub Scout, Boy Scout
Agency representative, i.e., Salvation Army, Foster Parents,
Godtel
Club Members with 50 or more years in Lionsm will be honored as
DreamMakers for helping make "Dreams Come True" during their
dedicated service as a Lion.
Registration form for the DreamMakers Luncheon –
See Link Below. This
information will be used to list sponsoring clubs and honored
recipients in the Luncheon Program.
Thank you for what you are doing as Lions and what you are
willing to continue to do in the spirit of Lionism for the good
of humanity.
District Governor Dr. Bonita Lowrie
“Together, We Can Help More Lions Serve More People!”
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Fred
Renkema
Vice District Governor
It’s Great to be a Lion and Serve those in need of our services. It
was a learning experience to attend the Council of Governors meeting
in Kerrville and to meet at the Texas Lions Camp for their
Simi-annual Board Meeting.
The Governors meet and make decisions about Lionism in the State of
Texas. We want to thank Lion Dr. Bonita Lowrie for the excellent job
she is doing within our district and in representing our District
2-S1.
The Texas Lions Camp held their Board of Directors meeting and
discussed the business of running the large facility for those
children who attend each summer. It is such a pleasure to know that
we have a facility for handicapped children to attend.
I attended the region/Zone 3 meeting held in Beaumont and was really
enlightened with the things each club was doing and the progress
they were making in bringing new members into their clubs. Their
fundraising is an on-going event in each of their clubs. They had a
program presented to them that was very impressive and they are
considering how they can get involved and express Lionism with it.
I want to thank the Lions that went to Midland and went through the
vision screening training and certification. They were present at
the screening that was held in Beaumont at the Fletcher Elementary
School. I was there to help and was very impressed at the manner
that they were conducting the program. Each one was busy and
productive in helping the people. They screened about 63 people that
day and the people were excited about getting the Lions help.
Everyone had on their vest and what a way of letting the people know
who we are and that the “Lions are Here”. We look forward to doing
more screenings in the future. There is a great need. If anyone is
interested in learning about and getting certified to help, please
let me know.
There are other positions within the District that need to be filled
for this next year. If you are interested in helping, please let me
know.
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District
Convention Delegate Form
Voter
Delegate Form |
"True leadership must be for the benefit
of the followers not the enrichment of the leaders."
Robert Townsend
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66th District 2-S1 Convention
April 27-28, 2007
Fredonia Hotel
200 North Fredonia Street
Nacogdoches, TX 75961
Convention
Registration Form
DreamMakers
Luncheon Registration
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 The
Onalaska Lioness Club would like to sell this belt buckle. Proceeds
going to the Lions Camp or a Scholarship. If you are interested in
purchasing this contact the President of the Onalaska Lioness Club:
Barbara Hupp barbeczac@aol.com |
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White Cane Day 2007
White Cane Day 2007 to be held on Saturday, March 31, 2007. In an
effort to promote this year’s event on a large scale, we are asking
all clubs to participate on the scheduled day, if possible. White Cane
Day gives us a chance to collect much-needed funds for sight
restoration and conservation projects. It also gives the Lions a
chance to meet the public and tell our story.
We encourage you to secure your collection location (Wal-Mart, K-Mart,
grocery store, etc.) in advance of the event, and then make regular
follow-up calls to confirm your reservation. We have found in the past
that as retail managers move from store to store, the new managers
need this information on their calendar.
Please fill out the supply order form and fax to Alicen Swift at the
Lions Eye Bank of Texas at 713-798-6864 by Friday, March 2, 2007. It
is important that all clubs strive to meet this deadline, so we can
make sure enough supplies are ordered and that your supplies get to
you in a timely manner. If you should have any questions, please feel
free to contact me at 713-798-5545 or by e-mail at
alswift@bcm.edu.
White Cane Day contributions allow us to continue donor awareness
programs, community education and sight restoration projects
throughout the year. With your help, this year we will reach our goal
to exceed last year’s collections. If your club is unable to
participate, we encourage you to make a donation to the Lions Eye Bank
of Texas. On behalf of the Lions Eye Bank of Texas, we appreciate your
support of White Cane Day 2006.
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February DreamCatcher's
Lion Joe Miller, President
Lion Joni Miller, Secretary (ab)
Newton Lions Club
First United Methodist Church
February 1, 2007
Lion Donald Northcutt, President
Lion Steve Garrett, Secretary
Lion Lillian Northcutt, Lions Services for Children District Chair
Lioness Suzanne Sterling, Partner in Service
Beaumont South/Forest Park Lions Club
Lone Star Steakhouse
February 5, 2007
Lion "Sonny" Adams, President
Lion Bobby Burch, Secretary
Lion Ike Daniel, 50 PLUS Members
Lion Tim Timmons, Youth Exchange District Chair (ab)
Leo Advisor Teri Daniel (ab)
Rusk Lions Club
Rusk Lions Den
February 8, 2007
Lion Julius Sedtal, President
Lion David Ray, Secretary
Corrigan Lions Club
Nutrition Center
Corrigan
February 13, 2007
Lion Mich Leach, President
Lion Janis Speights, Secretary
Hemphill Lions Club
Hemphill
February 14, 2007
Lion Joe Gassiott, President
Lion Charlene Hougesen, Secretary
Burkeville-Toledo Bend Lions Club
Shannon's on the Lake Cafe
February 20, 2007
Lion Michael Ivey, President
Lion Danny Newsom
Jasper Evening Lions Club
Bell-Jim Hotel
February 22, 2007
Lion David Teague, Secretary
Little Cypress Lions Club
Robert's Steakhouse
Orange
February 26, 2007
PCC Tom Gann
PDG Paul Mayberry
Lion Jimmy Cloonan, President
Lion Wyatt Leinhart, Secretary
Lufkin Host Lions Club
Crown Colony Country Club
February 27, 2007
Lion Dr. Shannon Frugia,
HARP President
February 28, 2007 |
ATTENTION CLUB PRESIDENTS:
It is not too early to begin thinking about the process for the
election of club officers for 2007-2008.
The time-line for appointing nomination committees, holding
elections (no later than April 15) and the timely submission of
Club Officers to Lions Clubs International (April 30) is vital to
the smooth transition from the 2006-2007 Year in Lionism to
2007-2008.
Each club president should inform the nomination committee of the
role and responsibilities of each club officer. Especially
critical to the success of the clubs operations is the office of
club secretary, the key liaison with Lions Clubs International.
If a new club secretary is being selected, the nominating
committee needs to consider a Lion who is computer savvy, willing
to attend the club secretary training provided by the district and
committed to keeping the club in good standing by submitting
complete and accurate reports to District 2-S1 and Lions Clubs
International.
If the club secretary selected is continuing in that office, it is
still important that they be willing to attend the club secretary
training. In a computer lab, experienced club secretaries can be
of great assistance to the trainer(s) by working one-on-one with a
novice Lions club secretary.
Go to
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/
content/resources_clubs.shtml
and review the General Procedural Guidelines for Club Elections.
Your leadership as Club President in the election process gives
you yet another opportunity to guide your club to excellence.
District Governor Dr. Bonita Lowrie |
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RUSK LIONS CLUB
Club receives thank you from district governor Dr. Bonita Lowrie
BY BILLY WATSON SPECIAL CONTRIBUTOR
 President
Sonny Adams read a letter from District 2S-1 President Dr. Bonita
Lowrie who acknowledged the pleasure of meeting with the club last
week. She said that the fun, food, fellowship and spirit of the group
was all enjoyable. She extended congratulations to all the Lion
members who received Dream Catcher pins for their outstanding work.
All the club members are proud as they follow the club motto of "We
Serve." She thanked the club for the nice gift basket that was given
her.
Tim Timmons attended the Port Arthur founders club last week which is
one of the oldest clubs in Lionism. It began in 1917 and the average
age of their membership was 80.
Mr. Timmons was presented a pin for his work in the youth exchange
program.
Amy Derrington made a report on the 'Relay for Life' program of the
American Cancer Society.
She has indeed been a front runner in our Lion's Club involvement in
the
Relay for Life' weekend 'Get-a-Way program.
She said there would be no cooking, no cleaning, just relaxing and
enjoying the weekend.
She has been able to contact several places and put together a package
which includes at no costs to the club, such things as: hotel stay for
two nights at the Weston Inn & Suites in Rusk; passes to ride the
Texas State Railroad Train; breakfast at the Coffee Grind; lunch for
two at the Legacy of Harvey Collins; dinner for two at El Ranchero
Mexican Restaurant in Rusk and $50 cash for only a $2 chance. Drawing
will be held April 5 at the Rusk Lions Den. All profit goes to the
American Cancer Society. Envelopes containing the ticket number will
be available at practically all business and public places in Rusk.
Persons may make a $2 donation to support the 'Relay for Life'
American Cancer Society program.
Ardys Brown, Teri Brown, and Charlie Burfoot attended the Vision
Training Program on eye screening certification at Midland, Feb.
16-17.
Special guests were Fran Burmingham and Evelyn Stewart who was voted
into the club as a new member.
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Insulin Therapy for Diabetics
By: Lauren Michalk
Insulin is a hormone in our body that is made by the pancreas. Every
time we eat our pancreas releases insulin to help the body use and
store glucose. Insulin is an important part of diabetes management.
Type 1 diabetics must take insulin because their pancreas is not
making it at all. Type 2 diabetics are making insulin but their body
is becoming resistant to it.
Sometimes type 2 diabetics can control their diabetes with diet and
exercise, but not always. It is important to remember that taking
insulin is not a failure. It can help prevent diabetes complications
by keeping your blood sugar under control.
There are different types of exogenous insulin. For example: long
acting, rapid acting, short acting, intermediate acting, and inhaled
insulin. Your doctor can help determine how your insulin therapy will
be administered.
Insulin is typically given in an injection form via a syringe, a pen,
or a pump. There is a new form of insulin that can now be inhaled.
Your doctor may prescribe a mixture of insulin types for your diabetes
management.
Insulin therapy should mimic our body’s natural insulin release
patterns. A basal dose of insulin (long-acting) may be administered
once or twice a day. Most likely at night to help keep your blood
glucose steady while you sleep. A bolus dose (short acting/rapid
acting) of insulin is administered typically at mealtime. This dose
will cover mealtime carbohydrates and correct current glucose levels.
Your doctor will consider different factors in determining how much
insulin you take including, what type of diabetes you have, how much
your blood sugar fluctuates, and your overall lifestyle.
Always make sure to follow the insulin therapy plan your doctor has
provided for you. Keep track of your blood sugar levels in a logbook.
This can be a helpful tool for your doctor if your blood sugars are
still running high. You may need to make adjustments to your insulin
therapy or your diet. Always call your doctor if you have questions. |
2006-07
Leo Club Program Goal
2007 is an exciting year as it marks the Leo Club Program's 50th
Anniversary. To strengthen the Leo Club Program, the goal for
2006-2007 is for every district to have a net growth of at least one
new Leo club by June 30, 2007.
If you have already met this goal, I congratulate you and urge you to
continue to build Leo clubs in your district. If your district does
not have a Leo club, I urge you to form one. To start or expand the
Leo Club Program in your district, appoint a district Leo club
chairperson, if you have not already done so. During your club visits,
please be sure to encourage Lions to sponsor Leo clubs. District
governors and Leo club chairpersons of districts that achieve a net
growth of three or more Leo clubs by June 30 will each receive a
special Leo Club Extension Award certificate.
To help you in your efforts, the Youth Programs Department has created
new Leo Club Program materials, including a Leo Club Program Handbook.
The handbook provides valuable program information. To view and
download the handbook or other program materials, click the following
link to the Lions Web site:
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/resources_broch_youth.shtml.
Upon request, the Youth Programs Department will be happy to send you
a hard copy of the handbook.
If you need assistance, please contact me or the Youth Programs
Department at 630-571-5466, ext. 330 or by e-mail at
leo@lionsclubs.org. The Leo
Club Program is a great way to introduce new generations of young
people to service clubs. Let's work together to build Leo clubs in
your district!
Sincerely,
Jimmy M. Ross
International President |
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What is HARP?
Is it a musical instrument? Sure, but when local Lion’s speak
about HARP, they’re talking about the Lions’ District 2S1 Hearing
Aid Recycling Project. Local Lions working in conjunction with
area Audiologists are collecting used hearing instruments for
recycling/refurbishing. These collected hearing aids are
redistributed to persons living in our district who cannot afford
them. Did you know that there are 30 million people with hearing
loss in the United States? That’s one in ten Americans. This means
that likely each one of us knows someone with a hearing problem.
The main reason many people who need a hearing instrument but
don’t use one is their high cost. The average hearing instrument
costs an average of $2000 per ear. HARP is currently accepting
applications from people who cannot afford new hearing
instruments. If approved, they will receive new or refurbished
hearing aids (depending on their hearing loss and the current
inventory). If you know someone who needs hearing instruments,
give them an application. Applications can be obtained from any
HARP trustee. Once an application is filled out, it should be sent
to the local club for approval. If the application is approved, it
should be forwarded to HARP. If approved, the client will receive
hearing instruments, and the local club will be billed $100 to
cover the costs of the fitting and dispensing of the instrument(s).
What can you do to help? Continue to donate money and used
instruments to HARP. Spread the word. Our greatest problem at the
time is the lack of knowledge in the community of Lions’ work with
the hearing impaired. Take any opportunity you get to speak to
others about this great Lions’ project in East and Southeast
Texas.
Shannon Frugia, Au.D.
President,
Lions’ District 2S1 Hearing Aid Recycling Project
Women's Membership
Development & Participation
District 2S1 has reason to Celebrate in 2007. This is the year to
celebrate 20 years of Women in Lions Clubs. Our District continues to
grow with Women stepping up to the plate in Leadership roles and
contributing many hours of volunteer service. At our Mid- Winter
Conference we reported that our District is 16 plus in Women members,
making us third in the State. That is indeed a reason for celebration.
This figure continues to grow. The changes that Women bring to our
Clubs are positive and we should embrace this change.
We want to thank the Clubs in our District who have increased their
membership. Family Brochures are now available from Lions
International to help you involve families in a Lions Club and How
they can make a difference in the community. Get a supply of these
brochures and use them to increase membership.
We appreciate the "Men in Lions" who have given us the opportunity of
serving with them.
Lion Nora Patterson, District Chair
Women's Membership Development & Participation
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Photo: Vice President of the Lufkin Evening Lions, Bobbie
Whitehead (center), is serving lunch to a group of SFASU
students that had volunteered at the Habitat for Humanity
worksite on Grove Street in Lufkin. The house is being built
for the Mary Swindle family. Lion James Evans is shown in the
background, the meal was prepared by Golden Corral.
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Women's Chair Newsletter
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Leadership Briefing News
Vol 2, Issue 3
In the last several months, Campaign
SightFirst II has seen noteworthy increases in Lions’ fund raising in
every constitutional area. Lions raised more than US$10 million in
December and January. In order to reach our minimum goal of US$150
million, International President Jimmy Ross is asking all Lion leaders
to rally Lions from around the world in pursuit of raising more than
US$90 million by our 90th Anniversary at International Convention in
Chicago. It is an ambitious target, but it will create millions of
opportunities to save sight and touch lives.
Please be sure to review the most recent funds-raised report and
2006-2007 goal report below.
http://www.lions-csfii.org/live/content/pdfs
/leadership_briefing_v2_i3_en.pdf
Yours in Lionism,
Dr. Tae-Sup Lee
Past International President
Chairperson, Campaign SightFirst II |
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Leo State Rally
Welcome to Leos at Lions Camp!
The Event
Saturday, March 31, 2007 at Texas Lions Camp
Texas Lions Camp is proud to participate in the up-coming State Leos
Meet at Texas Lions Camp.
http://www.lionscamp.com/leos.htm
This page is designed to provide you with information and keep you
updated about our event on March 31, 2007.
Space is limited to 128, so don't delay - register today! |
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Campaign SightFirst II
DC Directions, Vol. 2, Issue 6:
http://www.lions-csfii.org/live/content/pdfs/dc_directions_v2_i6_en.pdf
President Ross’ Rally: More than US$90 million by our 90th Anniversary
To date, Lions have raised more than US$71 million toward our US$150
million minimum CSFII goal. Reaching more than US$90 million by our
90th anniversary at International Convention in Chicago this July will
be a true homecoming for our association.
Three ways to “Rally” your district:
- This month, challenge three high-potential clubs to become Model
Clubs; click here to learn more:
http://www.lions-csfii.org/live/content/model_clubs.shtml
- Speak to clubs about the benefits of designating MJFs for CSFII
- Encourage one of your district’s Model Clubs to be a Progressive
Model Club
CSFII By the Numbers
- 4 months remaining in 2006-2007 CSFII fund raising
- US$70+ million raised by Lions for CSFII
- 1,635 Model Clubs accepting the challenge
DID YOU KNOW?
An MJF for CSFII can be donated for just US$0.91 per day (over three
years).
Yours in Lionism,
Dr. Tae-Sup Lee
Past International President
Chairperson, Campaign SightFirst II |
Texas Lions Camp Director's Report
We are still looking for campers for the 2007 camping season!
One of the topics discussed at the elected directors committee meeting
at the camp board meeting was the cost of a camper attending camp. The
cost per camper has been calculated at $1500, but camp is at “no
charge” to the camper. We the Lions of Texas are footing that bill, if
we sponsor 1000 or 1600 campers.
How better can we serve our community, than to sponsor a youth to the
Lions Camp? Find the child that is often rejected by other camping
organization due to special medical needs or physical limitations. It
is quite simple (but not easy) obtain the parents consent, obtain
signed medical report, sign the application and forward it to the camp
for review and assignment. We are asking campers to request session V.
Camper transportation has been an increasing cost and concern in the
recent years. The cost of tour coaches has risen drastically in the
past several years. The district is looking a car pooling with large
church vans and transportation for the luggage. I have asked several
of the clubs in different areas to check into the availably of vans.
After we start receiving assignment sheets from the camp, we will have
a better idea of the number of campers needing transportation and the
locations so we can establish the number of seats required and can
work on meeting locations. We are hoping to keep the cost per camper
below $80. The quoted price for a coach with 40 campers was $130 not
including food cost.
If you locate the campers, we (the district) should be able to arrange
for reasonable transportation.
We Serve
Camp Directors
Charles Taver
Harold Yost
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2006 - 2007
Charities
Lions Clubs of District 2-S1
1. Schedule Lions Programs for Your Club
2. Learn More About Lions Charities
3. Join the Parade of Checks
Texas Lions Camp:
Lions Harold Yost & Charles Tarver
Children with Physical Disabilities - Children with Diabetes
Lions Eye Bank of Texas:
PDG Lew Vail & Lion Pam Scales Crew
Provides Eye Tissue Worldwide for Preservation of Sight
Texas Lions Foundation:
PDG Claude Durham
Provides Grants for Humanitarian & Disaster Relief
Lions Clubs International Foundation:
IPDG Penny Gregrich
Provides Grants Worldwide for Humanitarian Service Projects
Lion World Services for the Blind:
PDG Doyel Chandler
Multi-service Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Visually
Impaired
Leader Dog Program:
PDG Stump Weatherford
Trains! Dogs to Lead the Blind
Residential Facilities to "Make the Match"
East Texas Lions Eyeglass Recycling Project:
PDG Claude Durham
Processes, Catalogs and Dispenses Used Eyeglasses
Trains Optical Teams for Developing Countries
Hearing Aid Recycling Project:
Lion Dr. Shannon Frugia
Provides Affordable Hearing Aids for Eligible Applicants
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Club Newsletters
South County Breakfast Lions Club |
Beaumont
Breakfast Lions Sponsor Bowling Tournament
For several years the Beaumont
Breakfast Lions Club has put on a Bowling Tournament to raise
funds for the charities they support. Club President, Robert
Blackburn has traveled to several meeting promoting this annul
event.
He said “I wish that we could get several teams in our District to
join this fun time.” The tournament is open to the public and has
been promoted on Channel 4. Proceeds from this tournament enables
our club to several things in our community like eye exams for
children, and others worthwhile endeavors.
This has been a fun time for our members as we get to share
Lionism with the general public.
We certainly do thank the management of the Crossroads Bowling
establishment for their cooperation in offering this tournament
each year.
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Message from IP Jimmy Ross
There is no doubt about it. Today's families are busier than ever.
Technology allows parents to work harder and be more productive than
ever before. With school activities, athletic programs, art and music
instruction, children have more opportunities to grow and learn than
ever before. I have nothing but admiration for those who accept the
challenge of raising a family in this fast-paced environment.
But there can be a down side to all this activity: families just don't
spend enough time together as families. Some forget that there is more
to life than their own hectic schedules. Sometimes they even forget to
have fun. With family time at such a premium, it's easy to see why
young parents are reluctant to sacrifice any of it, even for the best
of purposes.
Lions Clubs can change all that. Through the Family Membership
Program, we can remind families that meaningful service to others is
more satisfying than an entire lifetime of conference calls, piano
lessons and soccer games. And we can remind them that serving together
is fun!
I am pleased to tell you that in January alone, 42 new family-oriented
clubs were chartered (with at least 25% of the charter members coming
in as family members) and that international headquarters has sent
more than 4,500 certificates recognizing Lions for their participation
in January inaugural kick-off activities.
This new wave of Lions Clubs and Lions Club members will be a
tremendous benefit for our communities and for our association. Our
communities will have countless more hearts and hands to serve their
needs and Lions Clubs will benefit from the new ideas and new energy
these members will bring. Perhaps most important, it helps ensure that
there will be a next generation of Lions prepared to step-up and
fulfill our motto - We serve.
I ask you to keep this new wave rolling by doing all you can to bring
family members into existing clubs and establishing new
family-oriented clubs.
One important way in which clubs can benefit from family members is by
establishing club branches. These branches provide the full benefits
of Lions Club membership while accommodating families and other groups
with convenient meeting schedules and activities focused on their
special interests. Consider extending full Lions membership to
Lionesses and "graduating" Leos by establishing club branches tailored
to their needs.
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/programs_mem_branch.shtml
Please remember: people join - and stay with - organizations that meet
their needs. To be sure that clubs in your district are working to
meet the needs of these vital new members, please see
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/programs_mem_family.shtml and
view the video report on family membership in the January edition of
Lions Quarterly online magazine.
You can maximize the impact of new members on clubs and their
communities by taking part in Worldwide Induction Day on April 21. It
is an outstanding opportunity for recruiting and to make Lions
activities known throughout your district. Start planning your event
now by visiting
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/programs_mem_wwday.shtml.
Finally, I am also pleased to announce that I have reached my goal of
organizing 15 new Lions Clubs during my term as international
president. How are you progressing toward the goal of establishing at
least one new club in each district during this Lions year?
As always, I thank you for your dedicated service.
Sincerely,
Jimmy M. Ross
International President
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South County Breakfast Lions
Informed About Used Eye Glasses They Collect
 On
February 1, 2007, Lions Pat and Jennie Brady, members of the Port
Arthur Founders Lions Club presented a program on “What Happens To
That Pair Of Used Eyeglasses.
They received a CD in Midland, Texas after visiting the Multiple
District 2 facility earlier in the year known as TLERC, or Texas Lions
Eyeglass Recycling Center.
Members of the Breakfast Club were very impressed with the
presentation by Lion Brady. He answered several questions from the
membership concerning the use of the used eye glasses as they are
gathered and ready to be shipped, after traveling to the Midland TLERC
center, to other parts of the world when requested by Lions Clubs
International.
District Governor Dr. Bonita Lowrie appointed Pat Brady to represent
the District 2-S1 Eye Glass Recycling effort as requested by
International President Jimmy Ross.
Pat and Jennie Brady have been busy preparing containers for the used
eye glasses and have distributed several in the Port Arthur
Independent School District. He would like to see every club in the
District place containers in their communities such as schools,
nursing homes, funeral homes, churches, etc.
The month of March historically is a big month for the promotion for
Sight. Many Lions Clubs will be holding their “White Cane” sale at
this time. We would like for clubs to also make an extra effort to put
the collection boxes out for used eye glasses. We also collect used
hearing aids.
We also encourage the public to clean out the drawers that have the
outdated glasses and donate them to the Lions Clubs.
Pat is available for a program at your club. Please give advance
notice.
Phone (409) 727-6671 |
Club
Activities
Beaumont South/Forest Park Lions
Club
1) Board Meeting 01/15/2007 2) Collected 240 pairs of eyeglasses
3) Collected 8 sets of hearing aids 4) Paid for eye exams and new
eye glasses for 3 students in Beaumont 5) 4 members attended
Mid-Winter Conference in Woodville on 01/20/2007 6) International,
State, District, and Lions Camp Dues paid in full.
Burkeville/Toledo Bend Lions Club
The Burkeville/Toledo Bend Lions Club is sponsoring a blood drive
on March 9 2007. We live in a very rural community nad the
population is comprised of many elderly people. Perhaps in some
way this will be of service to our people and other needy persons.
We will report our success later. At the February club meeting,
2s1 District Governor Bonita Lowrie was our speaker. She delighted
and inspired all of us. We appreciated her very much. We are the
new kids on the block and we are thoroughly enjoying our
fellowship and hoping to help others.
Chester Lions Club
Tyler Co. Judge Jacques Blanchette was our special speaker this
month. He talked about the oil activity in our county and how it
is estimated to continue for the next 5-10 yrs. Lion Larry Bourne
volunteered and cleaned our "Welcome to Chester" signs. Our Club
bought Christmas gifts last month for at least 10 needy children
thru the "Christmas Angel" program organized by the local school
and bank. We've collected 5 more pairs of used eyeglasses and
continue to save our pull tabs. We had 5 members attend the
Mid-Winter Conference in Woodville. Chester Club received honors
for membership increase this year. We have 18 new members so far.
Lion Jeanice Campbell received honors for having recruited the
most new members so far this year...13 to be exact.
Cushing Lions Club
Donation given to victim of house fire
Garrison Lions Club
Garrison Lions Club January 2007 Garrison Lions Club Governor Dr.
Bonita Lowrie has presented all Garrison Lions a Dreamcatcher pin.
All Garrison Lions will now become Dream Makers. Lion G.W. Jones'
home burned and fellow lions made a supportive donation to help
his family. Lion Nora Patterson, Lion Lajuan Herron, and Lion
Dudley Mosele attended the Mid-Winter Conference in Woodville.
Lion Larry Mosby presented the District Governor Lion Dr. Bonita
Lowrie with a gallon jug of aluminum can tabs. What a contribution
for the Tabs for Tots program. Money from this program benefits
the Ronald McDonald House. A seminar on Identity Theft was
presented by John Rester at the Garrison Lions hall January 23.
The seminar was free and the public was invited to attend. The
Garrison Lions Club was one of five clubs in the district to
achieve the highest per-capital given to Campaign SightFirst II,
and the club was presented with the CSFII Top Five Club Award
banner patch.
Jacksonville Lions Club
During January, Jacksonville Lions Club had several informative
programs. We heard from Julie Vining, Business Development Officer
of Trinity Mother Francis Hospital, who shared the hospital's plan
for the addition of a complete physical fitness/rehabilitation
center. Randy Hatch, Cherokee County Sheriff's Deputy, spoke to
the Club about his one year's experiences in Afghanistan as a
security officer. Sandy Tibbs of Southside Bank presented a most
interesting program on Identity Theft. The Club discussed the
details of our annual golf tournament which will be held on
Saturday, April 14 at the former Cherokee Country Club now known
as The Woods. All interested Lions are asked to contact Lion Dr.
Steven Pierce at 903-586-0808 for additional details. All proceeds
from this event go into our scholarship fund for local graduating
high school seniors.
Kirbyville Lions Club
We lost a very good and faithful Lion in January. Lion John
Scoggins will be missed very much. Our condolence goes out to his
family. We had two special speakers for one meeting. They were are
very own Lions. Lion Charles Kirbow, and Lion Jerry Nobles. Lion
Charles is our Lion Of The Year. Lion Jerry is an author of two
books. If you haven't read one yet get in touch with Lion Jerry, I
know you will enjoy reading it. At another meeting we had our very
own Lion, Lion Fred Solly speak to us about Electricity. PDG Doyel
Chandler and wife Pat, Lion Jimmy Richardson, Lion Willie Stark,
and Lion Diane Smith attended the Mid-Winter Conference in
Woodville. Thanks Woodville Lions Club for hosting this. The
speakers were excellent! A good time was enjoyed by all.
Kountze Lions Club
Kountze Lions Club held an all-you-can-eat Pancake Supper on
January 30 prior to a Kountze High School basketball game. Lion
District Governor Dr. Bonita Lowery assisted us in preparing and
serving this successful fund-raising activity.
Livingston Lions Club
Programs for the month were histories of the First Baptist,
Central Baptist, Bethel Baptist, First Methodist, and Presbyterian
Churches of Livingston. 5 members attended the Midwinter
conference in Woodville. Planned for fish fry fundraiser in March.
Planned for White Cane Day in late March. Annual Mop and Broom
Sale will be April 12. Donated $395 toward eye exams and glasses.
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Lufkin Evening Lions Club
The Lufkin Evening Lions Club service projects this month included
paying the electrical bill and rechartering BSA Troop 136,
collecting 90 pair of used eyeglasses and sending a college
student for an eye exam. The Club also served lunch to the 30
volunteers at a January 27th Habitat for Humanity work session,
the food was prepared by Golden Corral. Four members attended the
Mid-Winter conference in Woodville.
Metro Lions Club
Metro Lions Club-Jefferson County Dist. 2S1
Nacogdoches Noon Lions Club
Put out holiday flags on Jamuary1, a money raiser (monthly) total
hours spent six. Club Secretary attended Mid-Winter Conference in
Woodville, Jan. 20. in Woodville, Jan. 20. Delivered 72 pair used
eyeglasses. Purchased two pair eyeglasses and exam for NISD needy
students. Lion PDG Paul Mayberry from Lufkin Host Club addressed
our Club on Jan. 22. Subject "Need for and successful methods of
-- Recruiting New Members." Program Jan. 29, "Texas Dept. of
Assistive and Rehabilitative Services" presented by local Director
Ms. Tasha Constance. Discussed available free equipment and
contact information.
Nederland Professional Lions Club
We ended our December 2006 on a high note. We adopted a family for
Christmas and provided them with clothes, toys, and food. For our
first meeting of the new year, Governor Bonita paid our club a
visit. Her talks are always interesting. We celebrated two of our
Lions birthdays. Lion Art and Lion Jack. Lion Linda made a
announcement that her brother Lion Gerald was sick with Lung
Cancer. On January 21, 2007, Lion Gerald went to be with the Lord.
Funeral services are set for this week. Our club is presently in
mourning as we try to comfort his wife, Lion Kathy and his sister
Lion Linda and brother-in-law, Lion Jack. As I end this I ask
God's blessings on us all.
Pinehurst Lions Club
Pinehurst Lions club helped 3 people with eye exams and glasses
for a total of $351.00 We held our appreciation dinner for our
carnival worker with a total of 20 members and guests at Robert's
Steakhouse and Meat Market in Pinehurst. Ordered supplies and set
up date at Wal-Mart for White cane day on March 31.
Port Arthur Founders
At our first meeting on January 12, Beverly Gaspard from Lamar
College Port Arthur, spoke about the senior program in computer
classes at Lamar. This meeting was a "bring a friend" meeting with
10 visitors. Out of those 10, 3 people joined. Major Raymond E.
Clark of the Port Arthur Police Department gave a update on the
activities of the department. PDG Vera LeBlanc presented an
induction for new Lions Gena Desmarias, Chet Garner and Debbie
Nicholson. Lions Pat and Jennie Brady were invited to attend award
ceremonies at Lee Elementary School where the Founders were
thanked publicly by Principal Vine for their service. Twelve
children were presented with authorizations for eye exams and
glasses. What an exciting month!!
Port Neches Lions Club
Our guest speaker for this month was Justice of the Peace Brad
Burnett. Referrals for eye exams and eyeglasses were made for four
students of PN-GISD. We collected 25 pairs of eyeglasses this
month. Two of our members attended the Mid-Winter Conference.
These members brought eyeglasses, can tabs, and the club's 100%
percent charity checks.
Rusk Lions Club
Guest speaker Chuck Burfoot explained network marketing, Cindy
Kline extended invitation for club to participate in Relay for
Life, Lion Tim Timmons attended the Mid-Winter Conference in
Woodville, Rusk Lions presented Rusk High School Leo Club officers
with a new Club banner, and At Home Health representative, Tony
Dennis apprised Club of services offered by his company
South County Breakfast Lions
January has been a very busy month. Prospecting for new members.
Attendance at Mid-Winter Conference. All 100% charities paid at
Mid-Winter. Working on TV and Radio spots for Campaign SightFirst
II. Several checks received. Getting ready for March Heritage
Festival 6 days. Collection Used Eye glasses. Working on helping
with Eye Screenings. Several members going to Midland for
training. Working on a New Club(s).
Winnie-Stowell Lions Club
Club has just been working hard Flag Program
Woodville Lions Club
1-4-7 Club Day, 1-11-7 Woodville Girls Power Lifting State
Champion, 1-18-7 Sergio Ramos on Hispanic Culture, 1-25-7 Buck
Odom Department of Public Service
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Mary Wells |
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| Diana Green |
Helen Poole |
| Donna Knight |
Amanda Espino |
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| Frank Dublin Jr. |
William Wakeham |
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Livingston |
| Doug Spurlock |
Warren Robison |
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| Vance Hendrix |
Rick Ainsworth |
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Nacogdoches Breakfast |
| Ronald Kimbrough |
Jimmy Lee |
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Port Arthur Founders |
| Deborah
Nicholson |
James Delee |
| Chester Garner |
W Howard Snee |
| Gina Desmarais |
James Delee |
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March 2007 |
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Club Secretary Order Awards
during March |
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Club Nominating Committee Meets
in early March |
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1 |
DG Official Visit with Greater
Onalaska Lions & Lioness Clubs |
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3 |
Region 6/Zones 6-A & 6-B
Meeting, Lufkin |
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Texas Lions Camp Work Day,
Kerrville |
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Region 5/Zone 5-A & Zone 5-B,
Jasper |
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DG Official Visit with Beckville
Lions Club |
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DG Official Visit with Lumberton
Lions Club |
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9 |
Burkeville-Toledo Bend Lions
Club Blood Drive |
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10 |
13th Annual Talent Show -
Hemphill Lions Club |
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7th Texas Leadership Forum,
Austin |
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15 |
Club Nominating Committee
Reports Slate of Officers to Membership |
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Lions Clubs International Board
of Directors Meeting, San Antonio |
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Region 1/Zone 1-A & Zone 1-B
Meeting |
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24 |
Nacogdoches Noon Lions Club -
White Cane Day |
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27 |
DG Official Visit with Lufkin
Evening Lions Club |
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MD-2 Leo Rally at Texas Lions
Camp, Kerrville |
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White Cane Day |
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Election of Club Officers by
Mid-April |
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DG Official Visit with Metro
Lions Club |
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DG Official Visit with
Jacksonville Lions Club |
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7 |
Texas Lions Camp Work Day,
Kerrville |
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DG Official Visit with Port
Neches Lions Club |
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Club Secretary Submit 2007-2008
Club Officer Report to LCI - Deadline |
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