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Lions Clubs International
Newsletter Web-site http://galions.org/18b/ Jerry J. Kaiser, District Governor E-mail: [email protected] |
Welby L. Stayton, Cabinet Secretary E-mail:
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May 15, 2003
United, Nothing is Impossible!
Governor‘s Comments...
As our wagon train heads towards the northwest (Denver) the load is heavier than when we started back in June of 2002 for this long exciting trip. I think I know how our fore fathers felt after they had spent months and even years heading west to finally see the their destination was finally in sight. Along the trail we accomplished some of our objectives for the District and I had to add additional MULES.
As Governor I have been asked many times by so many LIONS “why the MULES?” The governor’s leadership role and the preparation and training to be governor is intensive and as he or she heads into their year it moves so rapidly and you really don’t have time to get personally involved at a level you really would like to. (That’s in my case) So I choose MULES to bring up different ideas or subjects that I thought would assist club leadership to be aware of what tools are available for them to build a strong lions club. Now lets recap the MULE Team:
Mule #1: Membership, last July our membership was 1271 and at our last report the District is at 1277. We inducted 11 in March and I have inducted an additional 12 this month.
Mule #2: Extension, added one new club, Statesboro Noon last September
Mule #3: Retention, our drops have slowed this year but still remains a major problem.
Mule #4: Leadership, our District Governor-elect has completed her leadership training at the State level, and we have had 3 graduate from the Southeast Lions Leadership Institute this past month.
Mule #5: Tool Box Kits, District purchased a kit for each of our zone chairs to use this past year to assist in building stronger clubs.
Mule #6: Certified Guiding Lion, District certified 8 lions this past year.
Mule #7: LEO Clubs, a couple of clubs indicate a great interest with the youth within there communities, but did not charter a club this year.
Mule #8: Surviving Spouse Membership, a new program that will help someone at sometime.
Mule #9: Encourager, as the head cheer leader for the district I get very excited when I see so many successes as I visited the clubs. So many of our clubs have such a “positive attitude” and a true “can do spirit”!
Mule #10: Reports, monthly reports have been on the increase and the PU101’s and the A-1 reports are starting to come in. Still have a couple of clubs who do not send reports but when you visit the clubs they are doing wonderful things within their communities.
Mule #11: Mentoring, our newest training manuals to have an experience lion work with a new lion through a series of exercises and manuals.
Mule #12: Tail Twisting, I have encountered some fantastic tail twisting and then on the other, hand I have encountered some not so good who embarrassed members and I even felt uncomfortable. Make sure tail twisting is tasteful.
Mule #13: Lion-Quest, the state is trying to set up some training on this and implementing a pilot program with several school systems.
Mule #14: Orientation, District Governor-elect Lillian did a great job putting this program together and to date has presented this to approximately 400 lions.
Mule #15: New Club Extension, developing new lions clubs strengthens our association as a whole, enhances our ability to assist people in need, and offers volunteer opportunities to many individuals.
Mule #16: Club Branch, none so far, but one is in the talking and planning stages, which by the way will be an all female club branch.
DG Jerry
Club Notes!
ALAMO: Reports received timely. Club had a successful fundraiser for White Cane Day raising $400.
ALMA: Reports received timely. 28 hours on admin and 40 hours on community service, sent PU101, 75% average attendance, $1600 spent on eyeglasses, $3600 spent on community betterment, $1600 donation to Camp, $500 to sponsor a camper, $1400 donation to Lighthouse, $1200 donation for White Cane Day, $500 donation to Emory Children’s Eye Care Center, $1500 donation to LCIF, MMR postmark within 3 days last meeting.
BAXLEY: Reports received timely. 20 hours on admin and 55 hours on community service, 60% attendance at mtg., $200 donation to Appling County Council on Child Abuse, $600 donation to Foster Children Program, $600 donation to Appling County Charitable Foundation, $1600 donation to Camp, $2000 donation to Lighthouse, participate in and raised $703.10 for White Cane Day, $500 donation to Leader Dog, $500 donation to LCIF
BELLVILLE: Reports received timely. 181 hours on admin and 87 hours spent on community service, PU101 sent to DG, displayed banner 3 times at other than club meeting, INDUCTED TWO NEW MEMBERS OVER 30 (Billy and Laura Hamner) increase in membership by 4 thru out the year, sent DG copy of newsletter, spent $1,450 on community betterment, collected 52 pair used eyeglasses and 30 eye cases, $350 donated to Camp, $250 donated to Lighthouse, participated in White Cane, $275 Children Eye Care, $250 to Leader Dog, $500 to LCIF, sponsoring one Melvin Jones Fellowship, had topic off DG’s suggested list, 4 members qualify for Golden Chain Award, 14 members qualify for 100% award, MMR postmarked within 3 days of last meeting.
BLACKSHEAR: Reports received timely. 65% attendance at meetings, 40 hours community service, displayed flags at courthouse for Loyalty Day in support of our troops.
BLOOMINGDALE: Reports received timely. 80% attendance at meetings, $100 donation to Lighthouse, $100 donation to Camp, $100 donation to Leader Dog, $100 donation to RFB&D, $100 donation to Old Savannah Mission, 1 media article, club going to pay dues for member who is going thru a hardship, $100 donation to local senior citizen for eyeglasses.
BRANTLEY COUNTY: Reports received timely. 4 admin hours, had 4 guests at last meeting, collected 34 pair used eyeglasses and 4 hearing aids.
BRUNSWICK-GATEWAY: No reports received.
BULLOCH: No reports received
CLAXTON: MMR received, no activities reported.
CLINCH COUNTY: Reports received timely. 5 hours on club activities, planning by club officers.
COBBTOWN: Reports received timely. 26 hours of community service, hosted 13th Annual Citizen of the Year Banquet and honored their local fire department this year, hosted Annual Senior Citizen Fish Fry.
COLLINS: Received MMR, no activities reported.
DARIEN: Reports received timely. 72% attendance at meetings, spent $360 on eyeglasses, donated $100 to Camp, donated $300 to LCIF, 4 lions qualified for Golden Chain Award, MMR postmarked within 3 days of last meeting.
DOUGLAS: Reports received timely. 116 hours on admin and 439 hours on community service, 47% attendance at mtg., sent DG copy of club newsletter, 3 media articles, 36 pair of eyeglasses purchased at a cost of $3,240, collected 921 pair used eyeglasses and 735 eye lens or cases, participated in White Cane Day, 5 members qualify for the “order of golden chain award”, 2 applications forwarded for State and/or International Awards, 25 club members qualify for 100% Awards.
FOLKSTON: Reports received timely. 52 hours on admin and 120 hours on community service, prepared & submitted PU101, two members attended zone mtg., $80 spent on eyeglasses, $2,217 spent on community betterment, club involved with a youth activity (sponsoring a little league baseball team, donation of $363 to Lighthouse, collected 401 pair used eyeglasses, 145 sets of lens and/or cases and 2 hearing aids, $500 donation to LCIF, 2 golden chain awards, MMR postmarked within 3 days of last meeting. Participated in White Cane Day.
GARDEN CITY: Reports received timely. 12 hours on admin, 60% attendance at mtg., spent PU101, participated in White Cane Day.
GLENNVILLE: Reports received timely. 3 hours spend on admin, 35% attendance at meetings.
GOLDEN ISLES: Reports received timely. PU101 sent, displayed club banner at another event, 45 hours on admin, 100% attendance at mtg., 2 media articles, $350 spent on eyeglasses, 90 hours on community service, had program off of DG’s suggested topic list, MMR postmark within 3 days of last meeting.
HAZELHURST: MMR received, no activities reported.
HINESVILLE: Reports received timely. 202 hours on admin and 175 hours spent on community betterment, 86% attendance at mtg., purchased 6 hospitality books for up coming State Convention, annual increase in membership during the year, sent DG copy of club newsletter, collected 200 pair of used eyeglasses, participated in White Cane Day and raised $1,125, 13 members qualified for 100% awards, MMR postmarked within 3 days of last meeting.
JACKSONVILLE: Reports received timely. 5 hours on admin, 50 hours on community service, prepared and submitted PU101, appointed associated directors to Lighthouse & Camp, 72% attendance at meetings, $100 donation to Leader Dog, $50 donation to RFB&D, $100 donation to LCIF, $250 donation to Camp, $200 donation to Lighthouse, $50 donation to Telfair County Beta Club to help sponsor State President to National Beta Club Convention.
JEKYLL ISLAND: MMR received, no activities reported.
JESUP: Reports received timely. 8 hours on admin, 55% attendance at meetings, sent copy of newsletter to DG, $300 spent on eyeglasses, $50 donation to LCIF, MMR postmarked within 3 days of last meeting.
KINGSLAND: No reports received.
LIBERTY COASTAL: Received MMR, no activities reported.
LYONS: Received reports timely. 36 hours on admin and 45 hours on community service, 65% attendance at meetings, INDUCTED ONE NEW MEMBER OVER 30, (Dewayne S. Collins), purchased 2 pair eyeglasses for $70, $100 spent on community betterment, $500 donation to Send A Kid To Camp, participate in White Cane Day and raised $300,collected 248 pair used eyeglasses, had program off DG’s suggested topic list, one member qualified for Golden Chain Award, one member qualified for 100% award, club participated in Soap Box Derby
McRae: Reports received timely. 68% attendance at meetings held and sponsored community-wide health fair/screening with assistance of local hospital and medical professionals.
METTER: Received reports timely. 34% attendance at meetings, purchased one pair eyeglasses.
MILAN: Reports received timely. PU101 sent to DG, 72% attendance at meetings,
ODUM: No reports received.
PATTERSON: Reports received timely. 50 hours on admin and 100 hours on community betterment, 75% attendance at meetings.
PEMBROKE: Reports received timely. Participated in White Cane Day and collected $600, Lion Laverne Scott “LION OF THE YEAR”, $125 donation to LCIF, $125 donation to Leader Dog, $225 donation to Camp, #175 donation to RFB&D.
PORT WENTWORTH: Received reports timely. 25 hours on admin and 90% attendance at meetings. Softball season has got off to a good start and their ball fields, preparing booth for “Stand-Up-For-America Day “
REIDSVILLE: Reports received timely. 50 hours on admin and 210 hours on community service, sent PU101, displayed club banner at an event other than club mtg., 64% attendance at mtg., INDUCTED ONE NEW MEMBER UNDER 30: (Jeffrey A. Barnard), 2 media articles, spent $230 on eyeglasses, participated in White Cane Day, $1800 for White Cane, $100 donation to American Cancer Society, $100 to United Way, $127.97 donation of food for the 21st Annual Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored Little League Baseball team with $150 donation, MMR postmarked within 3 days of last meeting.
RICHMOND HILL: Reports received timely. 54% attendance at meetings.
RINCON: Reports received timely. Collected $864.50 for White Cane, nominating committee working on a slate of club officers.
RINCON NOON: Reports received timely. Donated $100 to Truetlen House, $100 to Habitat for Humanity, $1500 to Lighthouse, $200 to Leader Dog, $500 to Camp, $200 to RFB&D, $200 to Boy Scouts, $400 to Manna House with Rincon Wal-Mart to match this, $500 to White Cane, collecting non-perishable food goods for Manna House, INDUCTED TWO NEW MEMBERS, ONE OVER 30 AND ONE UNDER 30 YEARS OF AGE (Claudette T. Murdock and Keri L. Clayton)
RINCON SAV RIVER: MMR received. No Activities reported.
SAVANNAH: Reports received timely. 550 hours on admin, 57% attendance at mtg., prepared & submitted PU101, spent $2,100 on eyeglasses, club sponsored one Melvin Jones Award, participated in White Cane Day and raised $1850.
SAVANNAH CHATHAM SOUTH: Reports received timely. 44 hours on admin and 40 hours on community service, 63% attendance at mtg., had program off of DG suggestion topic list, $400 donation of food to Inter City Night Shelter, spent $265 on eyeglasses.
SAVANNAH HOSTESS CITY: Reports received timely. 100% attendance at meetings, 30 hours on community service, 83 hours on Lions Service, $52 on community service, $210 donation to co-worker for transportation for husband’s kidney transplant, $100 donation to Ten Million Dollar Club in honor of Chris Riggs, $100 donation to Ten Million Dollar Club in memory of PDG Bob Bovee, $100 donation to LCIF, donation of $600 to Camp, $600 donation to White Cane, $100 donation to Century Club and another $100 donation to the Ten Million Dollar Club, sent copy of club newsletter to DG, MMR postmarked within 3 days of last meeting.
SAVANNAH PORT CITY: Reports received timely. 12 admin and 17 hours on community service, Associate Directors appointed, PU101 submitted, 69% average attendance at mtg., $115 spent on community betterment, $10 to Camp, $200 donation to Lighthouse, $100 donation for White Cane, $100 to Emory Children’s Eye Care Center, $50 to RFB&D, $50 donation to LCIF, 100% awards-2 each, MMR postmarked within 3 days of last meeting.
STATESBORO NOON: Reports received timely. 24 hours on admin and 65 hours of community service, had a youth activity at Camp with girl scouts, purchased 4 pair eyeglasses, $100 donation to Camp, $100 donation to Lighthouse, $100 donation to Children’s Eye Care Center, $100 donation to RFB&D, $400 donation to Ga Allstate Band & Youth Foundation. INDUCTED 4 NEW MEMBERS.
VIDALIA: Reports received timely. 14 hours on admin, 77% attendance at mtg., PU101 prepared & submitted, $800 spent on eyeglasses, $700 spent on community betterment, $2,000 donation to Camp, $600 donation to Lighthouse, $600 donation to Leader Dog, $500 donation to RFB&D, $100 donation to LCIF.
WAYCROSS: Reports received timely. 45 hours on admin and 105 hours on community service, 92% attendance at mtgs., prepared PU101, 3 media articles, participated in and collected $656 for White Cane, $500 donation to Camp, $500 donation to Lighthouse, hosted Academic Honor Society Banquet for 25 students in Ware County, MMR postmarked within 3 days of last meeting.
WAYCROSS-OKEFENOKEE: Reports received timely. 50 hours on admin and 310 hours on community service, 70% attendance at meetings, prepared and submitted PU101, displayed club banner at other than meeting, sent DG copy of club newsletter, collected 49 pair used eyeglasses & 18 cases, participated jointly with Waycross Lions Club on White Cane, members working Christmas in April and a $500 donation to same.
WILMINGTON ISLAND: Received reports timely. 32 hours on admin and 87 hours on community service, sent PU101, 67% attendance at meetings, sent DG copy of newsletter, 2 media articles published, $200 spent on community projects, $150 donation to Lighthouse, collected 26 pair used eyeglasses and set of lens, participated in White Cane Day, $120 donation to Leader dog, INDUCTED ONE NEW MEMBER, (Danny Bennett), held Easter Egg Hunt for children of St. Mary’s Home, MMR postmarked within 3 days of last meeting.
WOODBINE: Reports received timely. 27 hours on admin and 89 hours on community service, prepared & submitted PU101, displayed club banner at other than club function, 68% attendance at mtg., 6 club members attended zone mtg., spent $137 on eyeglasses, MMR postmarked within 3 days last mtg., cook 3,800 pounds of crawfish at their 18th Annual Crawfish Festival, held steak supper for fund raiser.
4TH DISTRICT CABINET MEETING & TRAINING:
Our next and last cabinet meeting will be held in Jesup, Georgia on May 18th from 2PM till 5PM. “PLEASE NOTE—THIS IS A CHANGE OF LOCATIONS FROM WHAT WAS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED”: The new location is, ST. Paul’s Episcopal Church on 745 South Palm Street. Leadership training will be conducted for all new incoming club officers. Presidents, Secretaries, Treasurers, Region and Zone Chairs. There will be separate rooms this year for training classes. Additional details about the Cabinet Meeting and Officer Training will be presented in the next newsletter. There will be an additional mailing to all Cabinet Members.
Lions Family Month
Dear district governors, club presidents, and club secretaries,
As you are aware, my 2002-03 presidential theme is: "One World, One Heart." Throughout the past year, districts and clubs have implemented hundreds of heart-felt community service projects.
Yet our service to humanity often requires us to be away from our families. The Association appreciates Lions' volunteer service. Likewise, the Association recognizes that it is only with the support and understanding of loved ones that we can fulfill the "We Serve" motto.
Therefore, with the approval of the International Board of Directors, I have proclaimed May to be Lions Family Month. Districts and clubs are encouraged to develop ways of demonstrating their appreciation for family members during the month of May.
One way to celebrate Lions Family Month is to invite family members to attend your May Lions district or club meeting. At an appropriate time, introduce your family members and present them with a Lions pin or similar gift.
Another opportunity arises during your year-end New Officer Induction Ceremony. This formal event is an ideal time to introduce and recognize family members.
A special social event is another way to extend thanks to family members. Arrange an appreciation dinner, an evening at the theater, a family picnic, or a backyard barbecue.
In addition, your district or club can consider involving family members in a Lions activity. For example, invite family members to plan and implement a community service project. This effort will help your family "connect" with your Lions family. Suggested Lions Family Month service projects can include:
A community clean-up project
A tree planting project
The distribution of food for the hungry
The collecting of used eyeglasses
Visiting the elderly in a hospital or a home
Visiting children in a hospital or an orphanage
As a result, your family members may decide to join a Lions or Leo club. Then, you can all serve as members of the Lions family.
In closing, please let me extend my sincere "thanks" to the members of your own family during the very first Lions Family Month.
Sincerely,
Kay "K." Fukushima
International President
New Century Lions Clubs
The New Century Lions Club gives adults through age 35 the ability to create a Lions club that fits their lifestyle and need for flexibility. Providing hands-on projects and more extensive use of technology to ease club administration, New Century Lions Clubs is an exciting new endeavor that offers members:
the same rights, privileges and responsibilities common to all Lions clubs members.
empowerment to choose service activities based on individual interests and community needs.
the knowledge and strength of more than 44,600 Lions clubs worldwide.
What kinds of activities might a New Century Lions Club choose to pursue? Anything from building housing for disadvantaged people to environmental projects or working with young people -- projects that will help their communities and ignite their volunteer spirit. Choice and flexibility are important elements of a New Century Lions Club.
Quality individuals in your community: young professionals, emerging community leaders, current and former Leos, young parents and children of Lions are looking for ways to give back to their community. You can share the benefits of Lions with the young adults in your community by sponsoring a New Century Lions Club.
New Century Lions Club Facts
Club Name and Insignia--New Century Lions Clubs have a special emblem on their club charter, memberpins, member certificates and other materials relating to the new club.
Membership--For seven years following the club's charter date, only men and women through age 35 may be invited to join. There is no requirement for members to leave the club when their age exceeds 35. Members have all rights, privileges and responsibilities common to all Lions members.
Charter Requirements--The New Century Lions Club must have:
enrollment of 20 members
endorsement of a sponsoring club, district cabinet or district committee
approval of the district governor
other requirements applicable to the chartering of a Lions club
A New Century Lions club branch may be formed if recruiting 20 quality young adults is impractical.
Dues--New Century members pay annual international dues of US$24, plus appropriate club, district and multiple district dues, if any.
Entrance Fee Waivers--Current and former Leos receive an entrance fee waiver. Other entrance fee waiver programs apply, when in effect.
Internet--New Century Clubs are encouraged to use the Internet to submit membership reports every three months.
Length of Program--Seven years from the club's charter date the club may recruit adult members of any age. The club may continue to use the name New Century Lions Club.
Here is how you can obtain more details on New Century Lions Clubs:
Order a New Century Extension Kit
The New Century Lions Club Extension kit has everything you will need to sponsor a New Century Lions Club.
Application for New Century Lions Club Charter
Charter member applications
Making it Happen - A guide for New Century projects
Guide for Chartering a New Century Lions Club
Membership brochures
To order, contact the New Clubs and Marketing Department via e-mail at [email protected] or fax (630) 571-1691.
Campus Lions Clubs
Current Campus Lions Club Stats
154 Campus Lions clubs in the world 3476 members on college and university campuses located in Australia, Brazil, Canada, India, Mexico, Peru, Uganda, United States, Venezuela, Pakistan, Taiwan and Nepal.
First Campus Lions Club
The first campus club chartered was Phil Penn College of Optometry located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, on August 15, 1985.
Newest Club!
Michigan College of Optometry campus club at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, MI chartered with 26 members! Welcome.
What Makes Campus Lions Clubs Unique?
Real People
Many Campus clubs represent the entire college community, including students, faculty, business leaders and others. This diversity gives the club a broad base of skills and knowledge to effectively solve community problems and provides an opportunity for members to learn from one another.
Real World
With more than 44,600 clubs in 190 countries, chances are you will find a Lions club wherever you go.
Real Life
Each day, life presents challenges. Lions clubs turn these challenges into opportunities. By participating in club activities, members learn about their community, identify areas of opportunity and strategically develop plans to effectively meet those needs. This systematic approach empowers members to create real change.
Real Experience
The time invested in a Campus Lions club will yield an invaluable return. While providing the structure for club members to serve the community, Campus clubs provide many opportunities for personal growth.
Leadership Ability
Whether it is leading a meeting, launch a fundraising program or organize a
service project, Campus Club members have the opportunity to develop
leadership skills that can help throughout life.
Business Skills
First-hand experience in budgeting, planning activities and motivating others will enhance the Campus Club Lion’s professional abilities. The club can provide opportunities to gain experience that relates to the field of study. Members will also have the chance to improve their public speaking and presentation skills while communicating important social issues to others.
Networking
Campus Lions clubs provide an opportunity to get to know other students, faculty members and business leaders on a more personal level. Since Lions clubs can be found in nearly every community, if you choose to relocate after graduation you will have the opportunity to meet the members of the Lions club wherever you decide to move.
A Job or a Mission of Service
DO YOU HAVE A JOB IN THE SERVICE OF LIONISM or ARE YOU ON A MISSION OF SERVICE in the Cause of Lionism?
If you are doing it because no one else will, it’s a job.
If you are doing it to serve others who are less fortunate, it’s a
mission.
If you are doing it just good enough to get by, it’s a job.
If you are doing it to the best of your ability, it’s a mission.
If you are doing it only if it doesn’t interfere with your other
activities, it’s a job.
If you are committed to staying with it even when it means letting go of
other things, it’s a mission.
If you quit because no one praised you or thanked you, it’s a job.
If you stay with it even though no one else seems to notice, it’s a
mission.
If you do it because someone else said it needs to be done, it’s job.
If you do it because you are convinced it needs to be done, it’s a
mission.
It’s difficult to get excited about a job.
It’s almost impossible not to be excited about a mission.
If your concern is success, it’s a job.
If your concern is service to the community, it’s a mission.
People may say “well done” when you do your job.
The Community will be a better place because of your mission of service.
An average Lions Club is filled with people doing jobs.
A great Lions Club is filled with people living out a mission of service.
There are many opportunities for service within your Lions Club, your District and within Multiple District 18. Come and be a part of our great Mission of Service and while on your mission of service, be sure to inspire others to join you.
Used Eyeglasses
Be sure to bring all of your used eyeglasses and hearing aids to the Cabinet Meeting in Jesup on Sunday, May 18. Lion Rick Mizell will be making a delivery to the Lighthouse of all used eyeglasses and hearings aids on May 28th.
Lions of Georgia State Convention
Make your plans now to join us for your Lions State Convention in May 2003 at the North West Georgia Trade & Convention Center in Dalton. Activities begin on Friday with our Lions Golf Tournament. As delegates arrive in Dalton, you will begin to relax in the beauty of the North Georgia Mountain scenery. We have many diversions to keep you occupied. From historic downtown Dalton, to the Crown Garden and Archives, there is much to explore. History surrounds us ranging from early Indian settlements to Civil War battle sites.
Carpet is what Dalton is famous for, and not only can you get a great deal on carpet; you can tour a local mill to see the entire manufacturing process. The roots of the carpet industry came from a simple cabin craft of hand-tufted bedspreads. (Hence, “Peacock Alley” from bedspreads hanging to sell.) Opportunities are available to learn the history of how this handcraft has grown into the world’s carpet capital. Over 80% of the world’s carpet is produced in the area.
All Hotels are located within 1/2 mile of the convention center which is located on I-75 at exit 333. District 18-B Hotel is the Country Inn and Suites. Rooms are $75.00 per night plus tax. The Hotel has 40 rooms reserved for us. They may be contacted at (706) 278-9700. Hospitality books are $65.00 each, and will include one district lunch, one district brunch, the District Governor’s Banquet, and our special Friday night entertainment, an outstanding comedian, Bill Oberst, who will present his One Man Show, “An Evening with Lewis Grizzard.” Mr. Oberst is an outstanding entertainer who will make us relive all of the wonderful memories that each of us has of Lewis Grizzard. has And no, you didn’t read the previous sentence incorrectly; there are NO District Breakfasts that start at 7:00 am!!!!
Information packets have been mailed to all clubs. Convention information and order forms are available on the web at http://galions.org/convention Please come to Dalton and enjoy the hospitality, great food, beautiful scenery, and all that Dalton and the surrounding area has to offer.
Featured Speaker will be International Director Peter Cerniglia, of Cross Plains, Wisconsin.
Director Cerniglia is a retired building construction superintendent.
A member of the Cross Plains Lions Club since 1978 with 23 years of perfect attendance, Director Cerniglia has held many offices within the association, including club president, zone chairman, deputy district governor and district governor. In addition, he served as District Sight Conservation, Diabetes, Eyebank and Children's Vision Screening chairman and State Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) chairman. He also served on the USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum planning committee and on several district and multiple district committees.
50th Anniversary
The Savannah Port City Lions Club will celebrate 50 years of service on Saturday June 14 at the Savannah Electric Building on East Bay Street in Savannah. Social Hour is 6:00 p.m. with Dinner at 7:00 p.m. Cost is $20.00 per person. Reservations are required. Deadline for reservations is Monday June 9th. Seating is limited. Reservations may be made by email to [email protected] or my phone to Lion Jack Striecher, President at 912 352-8395 email [email protected] Guest speaker is Past Council Chairman Lonnie Roberts of Hazlehurst Lions Club.
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