April 2011 - Lions District 14A Pennsylvania

14-Announcer
April 2011
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District Governor’s Message
Hello fellow Lions. Lionesses and Leos
Well, Spring has sprung, the robins are back and the tulips are trying to bloom
but Mother Nature is not sure what she wants to do. As we look forward to warmer
days and more sunshine and the prospect of mowing grass, planting flowers and
enjoying the earth coming to life again, we as Lions should feel a renewal of spirit
to charge on with our course of service.
As IP Scruggs stated in the Lions magazine, we as Lions have been doing the
same things for so many years we are on “Autopilot”! It’s time for us to take
charge and maybe change course back to service. It is time to review our
community needs, to recruit new members, to form a new club for a neighboring
community and to reintroduce having fun. At the district convention we will be
telling you about the Club Excellence Program and how it is a tool to give your club a checkup.
This month the Global Campaign is on “Protecting the Environment”. According to IP Scruggs only 20% of the
world’s population has access to clean drinking water. Of the 6,000 people who die daily from water-related illness, the
vast majority are children. Another fact that may surprise you is 2.6 billion people who share our planet are without
adequate sanitation facilities. How little we appreciate our ability to cook with it, shower with it, fill our swimming pools,
water our lawns and gardens without ever giving a thought to it except for the cost.
In conjunction with Earth Day (April 22) we Lions need to consider planning a recycling collection day, community
park cleanup, or picking up litter on the highways.
We also can protect our environment by:
 Planting trees and flowers
 Recycling batteries, cell phones, computers or TVs
 Carpooling or minimizing trips to the store
 Work with scout troops to preserve the environment
 Raise money to supply clean drinking water to Third World countries.
Honor Earth Day by adopting these good-for-the-planet habits;
 Buy locally grown foods and walk more
These help eliminate some of the carbon dioxide emissions thereby saving the ozone.
Check out green websites for practical and helpful tips to recycle, reduce, reuse.
www.greenpeople.org – find eco-friendly products
www.itsourearth.com – unique selection of items created from reclaimed materials
www.thedailygreen.com – consumers guide to green revolution, includes daily tips for individuals and businesses
Check out your township or borough website for recycling centers and volunteer opportunities in your community.
Check out www.lionsclubs.org for ideas on service projects as a Green Team.
Lastly, remember our District Convention occurs the end of April on the 29 th and 30th. Come out and enjoy the
friendship and fellowship with Lions from your district. Also attend to have your voice heard during the voting.
Wishing you a very Happy Easter and Passover.
Yours in Lionism, DG Linda
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Governor’s Visitation Schedule
Thurs. April 7
Tues. April 12
Thurs. April 14
Upper Bucks Lioness
Bristol Lioness
Bustleton Lions
Tues. April 26 Rising Sun Lions
Fri & Sat. April 29, 30 District Convention
First Vice District Governor Comments
Dear Fellow Lions, Lioness and Leos:
Happy Spring! The daffodils are coming up and we have seen our first robin. But
as I do this report the weather forecast is for snow and sleet. There has to be a
mistake (please). This month our clubs will be electing their officers for the upcoming
Lions year 2011-2012. Secretaries make sure to send in your PU101 form no later
than May 15th. The sooner the better as this allows us to put a directory together.
Club visitations are slowing down and thanks again to all the clubs for their work and
support of the Lions and their communities. And thanks also to clubs which have sent
their drop box places for used eyeglasses to DG Linda and I. This month IP Sid Scruggs
has asked us to participate in environmental projects (Fourth Global Campaign) examples-planting trees for
“Earth Day”, collect used cell phones and batteries, highway or park cleanup. This will help improve and
protect the environment. Let’s have all our clubs in the District participate in this important campaign and
remember that we are Lions of the world ”Beacons of Hope” lighting the way, Beeing Active in Lionism as “We
Serve”
Another important event this month is our District convention being held on Friday April 29 and Saturday,
April 30, 2011. This will be held at Crowne Plaza in Trevose. Hope to see you there.
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Yours in Lionism, 1 VDG Gerri
In Sympathy
Our prayers and deepest sympathy to the families and friends
of the following deceased Lions
Garnett Morris – Levittown Lions
Daniel Walsh – Rising Sun Lions
Lester Fosbenner – Springfield Twp Lions
Joseph Hoplamazian – Western Delaware Valley Lions
A ship sails away and we see it no more,
but we know it is going to some other shore.
Our dear ones pass on and we see them no more,
but we know they are waiting on some other shore.
By Helen Steiner Rice
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District 14-A New Members
We welcome all our new members and are happy
to have you serve with us. Don’t forget to ask your
Sponsor about how to achieve the Proud Lion Award
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Middletown Lions
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Pennsbury Lions
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Perkasie Lions
Perkasie Lions
Phila Chinese Lions
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Phila Law Enforce Lions
South Phila Lions
Springfield Lions
Swarthmore Lions
Swarthmore Lions
Torres-Tac-Mayfair Lions
Western DelVal Lions
Wills Eye Hospital Lions
NEW MEMBER
Robert Adams
Greg Crawford
Jacklyn Daddona
Harris Resnick
Dorothy Westermeier
Joe Klitzner
Jeff McCullough
Jim Peet
Michele Sutter
Patti Cullen
Lorraine Jones
Donna Barton
Ebe McCabe
Christine Shields
Jennifer Hallett
Kelly Nelson
Eliot Marshall
Michael DeWitt
Geoffrey Steele
Gloria Setiawan
Josephine Wong
Michael Liu
Lionon Peng
Aileen Setiawan
Geraldine Doherty
John Pisiechko Jr
Thomas Mahoney
Jeffrey Sumner
Steven Wren
Richard Keleman
Gerald Foti
Nancy Rapport
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SPONSOR
Walter Senkow
Jos. Kelly Jr
Michelle Hartel
Tony Casadei
Walter Senkow
Stephen Klucaric
Stephen Klucaric
Stephen Klucaric
Stephen Klucaric
Patrick Deroose
Jerome Tyler
Jerome Tyler
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Patrick Deroose
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David Minor
Michael Flood
Johansen Setiawan
Johansen Setiawan
Johansen Setiawan
Johansen Setiawan
Johansen Setiawan
Vince Volker
Rosalie Voci
Thomas Citro
Thomas Dillon
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Mike Derbyshire
James Raith
Althea Fogle
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DISTRICT 14-A CONVENTION
The next few pages will supply you with the necessary forms and
information for our upcoming District Convention.
District Governor’s Message
Dear Fellow Lions, Lioness and Leos,
Enclosed please find information for your upcoming District Convention being held on April 29-30, 2011
at the Crowne Plaza in Trevose. Please share the registration forms with fellow club members.
We are having a dinner Friday evening honoring Melvin Jones Fellows as well as Pennsylvania Fellows,
Gene Polgar and Joe Wroblewski recipients. Please consider coming and greeting those who have received
this recognition as well as hopefully seeing and congratulating new recipients. All clubs are encouraged to
present these fellowships at this event. We will also be having a message from our International Director
Douglas Alexander from New York. Please contact PDG Greg Ehrenzeller by telephone or e-mail with any
questions regarding this evening. Reservations must be in by April 19, 2011.
We are asking clubs to provide a basket for raffling worth at least $50. If you are bringing one please let
Lion Estella Kristiniak know either by calling her or e-mailing her no later than April 10, 2011. Included in
the newsletter is a response form if you wish Lion Estella and her committee to make up a basket for you.
Saturday we will be having a Necrology service followed by several seminars as well as International
Director Alexander once again speak to us at lunch. Later in the afternoon we will elect our officers for the
upcoming Lions year as well as approve the By-Laws for the District 14-A Charitable Foundation.
Reservations for a room at the Crowne Plaza need to be made prior to March 30, 2011. Room rates for
the weekend will be $99 for single or double plus applicable taxes.
If you have any questions regarding the convention, please feel free to call or e- mail PCC Cliff Crose
with them. We are looking forward to seeing all of you again in April for FUN, FELLOWSHIP AND LEARNING.
Yours in Lionism, Linda D Cunningham, DG
Come One Come All,
I would like to invite everyone to the first annual 14-A International Awards Banquet
(formerly the Melvin Jones dinner). This event has blossomed over the years because of
inclusion of other awards that have been received at the district, state and international
levels.
We will be honoring not only Melvin Jones Fellows, but also Lions of PA Counselors
Fellows, PIP Joe Wrobleski Fellows, PID Gene Polgar Fellows and other awards given that
night.
So start the convention weekend off right, and join us for a fun-filled evening of good
Fun, good entertainment and great fellowship. So return you reservation (found later in this
packet) soon, and join the fun! Let's have some fun after this long dreary winter!
Yours in Lionism,
PDG Greg Ehrenzeller
Banquet Chairman
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14-A International Awards
Banquet
(Formerly Melvin Jones Dinner)
Friday April 29, 2011
Crowne Plaza Bucks County
(Formerly Holiday Inn Select)
4700 Street Rd, Trevose, PA 19053
Cocktails (cash bar) at 6:00 P.M.- Dinner at 7:00 P.M.
Dress: PDG's & Cabinet - Winter Formal
All others – Black Tie optional.
*Deadline for reply: April 19, 2011 (no exceptions!)*
Tear off below and mail
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Dinner Choices:
Grilled Strip Steak __________
Grilled Salmon
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No. Attending:
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Make check payable to: Lions District 1 4 - A
Mail to: PDG Greg Ehrenzeller, 130 Stump Rd. North Wales, PA 19454
_____ Dinners @ $40.00 = ________ enclosed
Any questions: Greg Ehrenzeller @ 215-822-223
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DISTRICT 14-A ANNUAL CONVENTION
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Crowne Plaza Bucks County
4700 Street Road
Trevose, PA
Phone: (215)364-2000 Fax (215) 364- 7069
OFFICIAL REGISTRATION FORM
( Please Print Legibly)
Registration is required for all attendees, even if voting is the only attendance activity.
DEADLINE April 19, 2011 no exceptions
REGISTRANT:
Lion _______ Lioness________ Leo _________ Guest ________
NAME______________________________________________CLUB __________________
ADDRESS __________________________________________________________________
PHONE ___________________________ EMAIL ___________________________________
SPOUSE/GUEST:
Lion ________ Lioness ___________ Leo __________ Guest _________
NAME ____________________________________________ CLUB _____________________
EVENT
# ATTENDING
PRICE
REGISTRATION
CONVENTION LUNCH
Penne Pasta
Chicken
2011 – 2012 District Pin
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$10
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$30
$3
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TOTAL ENCLOSED
TOTAL
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(NO tickets for the Luncheon will be sold the day of the Convention)
Please make hotel reservations directly with the Crowne Plaza at the phone number above. Room cost is
$99 plus taxes per night. Mention LIONS CONVENTION for this rate.
NOTE: ALL INTERNATIONAL, STATE AND DISTRICT DUES AND ANY OTHER BALANCES OVER $50 MUST BE
PAID FOR THE CLUB MEMBERS TO VOTE. Please bring a club check to convention if not sure about payment.
Make Checks Payable to: LIONS DISTRICT 14-A. Send check and completed reservation form to:
Lion Anita Morton 3865 Hunter Rd Kintnersville, PA 18930
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LIONS DISTRICT 14-A CONVENTION
2011 PROGRAM BOOK
We are planning a program booklet for the District Convention on April 30, 2011. One way you can show
support to our district officers is to consider being a Patron or by placing an Ad in the program book. Complete
the form below and return to the address below.
AD DEADLINE is APRIL 10, 2011 – NO EXCEPTIONS
RATES FOR ADVERTISING:
____ Full Page Ad (41/2 x 8 ) $ 75.00
____ Half Page Ad ( 4 ½ x 4) $ 45.00
_____ Patron Ad (Per Person) $ 5.00
Remittance in the amount of $ _________ is enclosed.
Please add name(s) to the list of Patrons. Multiple list form is attached.
Remittance in the amount of $ _________ is enclosed for _____ names.
CONTACT NAME __________________________ CLUB__________________
ADDRESS_______________________________________________________
City, State, Zip ___________________________________________________
Phone # ___________________________ E-Mail ______________________
Make Checks Payable to : Lions District 14-A
Send to :
Convention Program Book
c/o Wilbur Wohlbach
P.O. Box 163
Springtown, PA 18081
ENCLOSE YOUR AD COPY OR CAMERA READY AD AND LIST OF PATRONS!!!
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2011 District 14-A Convention
April 30, 2011
PATRON AD CAMPAIGN
Cost of listing a single name, a Mr. & Mrs., or a group listing is $ 5.00(maximum 40 letters)
DEADLINE FOR PATRON NAMES IS APRIL 10, 2011
1. ______________________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________________
4. ______________________________________________________
5. ______________________________________________________
6. ______________________________________________________
7. ______________________________________________________
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Make Checks Payable to : Lions District 14-A
Mail to : Lion Wilbur Wohlbach
P.O. Box 163
Springtown, PA 18081
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DISTRICT CONVENTION
Basket Raffle
The District Convention Committee is asking all Lions/Lioness Clubs to donate a basket
worth $50.00. Please have basket at hotel April 30 by 8:00 am with your Club name on basket.
PLEASE make sure it’s labeled with your club name and the type of items in the
basket before it’s put on display at the convention
Here are a few basket ideas for your club: A Lottery Basket, snack basket, baking basket,
spring planting basket, pasta basket, pet basket, these are just a few ideas. I'm sure your clubs
have more ideas. Another idea is for every member to donate a bottle and you can have a
basket of cheer, complete with snacks.
If a Club would like Estella’s committee to make up a basket, send a $50.00 check payable
to our District to Estella Kristiniak by April 10th.
This is one of the money makers to offset some of the costs of the Convention. Help is
needed to sell tickets on Saturday April 30. Call or contact Chairperson Lion Estella Kristiniak,
662 Hulmeville Avenue, Penndel, PA 19047-5223 (215-757-6442) [email protected]
Request for Committee to make up basket worth $50.00
Club __________________________________________________________________
Contact Person_________________________________________________________
Check #_____________________________
Send above form and $50 check made payable to District 14-A to:
Lion Estella Kristiniak, 662 Hulmeville Ave, Penndel, Pa 19047-5223
Voting
Certified delegates will be voting for the following candidates:
 For the office of District Governor: 1st VDG Gerri Towson of the Lindley Olney Lions Club.
 For the office of 1st Vice District Governor: 2nd VDG Donald Richardson of the Dublin Lions
Club.
 For the office of 2nd Vice District Governor: Lion Antonio “Tony” Mangabat of the
Philadelphia Filipino American Lions Club.
In addition, a question will be on the ballot for approval of the Bylaws of the new Lions District
14A Charitable Foundation.
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District Convention Deadlines
Action Item
Ads for Convention Book
Action Required
Due Date
Send ad form/copy/check to
Lion W. Wohlback
April 10th
Committee make-up Basket
for Raffle
Send form/check to Lion
E. Kristiniak
April 10th
Convention attendance
Registration Form
Send form/check to Lion
Anita Morton
April 19th
Send form/check to PDG
G. Ehrenzeller
April 19th
Awards Banquet
Registration Form
TO: Lions of Pennsylvania, Multiple District 14
PID Harold wishes to express his deepest gratitude to the Lions of Pennsylvania for
the support you have afforded him and his campaign for President of Lions Clubs
International. It is with sadness that we must tell you, PID Harold has officially
withdrawn his name as a candidate for that office. This was a profoundly difficult
decision, but one he felt he needed to make on the advice of his doctors.
A short time ago, PID Harold went into the hospital for a routine CAT scan. To
everyone’s surprise, the scan revealed that he had a tumor on the right side of the brain just behind my ear. A
few days later, doctors operated to remove the tumor. He is currently undergoing rehabilitation therapy,
which--while slow--is progressing positively.
PID Harold and Lion Barb wish to thank all the Lions of Pennsylvania for their loyalty and friendship. The
Lions in Pennsylvania are a great TEAM, working for a common goal, by practicing our motto “We Serve”. PID
Harold, as 2nd Vice President, would have served all the Lions of the world and would have worked to make
our world better for our fellow man.
PID Harold enthusiastically looks forward to the day when he will be able to rejoin his fellow Lions in
fellowship and community service. He will never be able to adequately thank you for the many and varied
kinds of support from the Lions of Pennsylvania.
Please keep PID Harold and his wife Lion Barb in your thoughts and prayers; this will help toward his speedy
recovery. He will be unable to receive any phone calls for the immediate future but e-mails are welcome all
the time even though he will not be able to respond immediately.
Get well wishes may be sent to: PID Harold Ott
1410 Estate Dr.
Boalsburg, PA 16827
Past International Director Ott has officially resigned as a candidate for the position
of 2nd International Vice President and his campaign committee will be dissolved
shortly. Donations will be returned to all who have contributed. The motion to place a
resolution on the ballot at the State Convention for an assessment of $1 per member
for four years to support the campaign has been recinded. It has also been approved
to send the All State Band to the International Convention in Seattle this summer.
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My Dear Fellow Lions Lionesses and Leos of District 14-A,
I am deeply humbled by the generous outpouring of support
from Lions worldwide to my call last week to donate funds to the
Foundation's Japan Relief Fund. Already, LCIF has received
donations or commitments exceeding US$6 million, including US$3
million that the Lions of Japan are working to raise themselves during
their own crisis. Again, it's so very humbling to see such compassion
by the network of caring Lions and Leos worldwide. I thank all who
have already donated from the bottom of my heart.
With the expected death toll now exceeding 18,000 and rising, the devastation is clearly
greater than anyone could have imagined. And more than 400,000 people are still in shelters, in the
cold, often going without a hot meal for days on end.
Now that the roads have re-opened, Lions from all over Japan are sending relief aid from
every corner of the country -- 30 tons of rice is being sent from Sapporo, US$50,000 worth of baby
formula from Hokkaido, and women's health products from the southern area of Shikoku - all
through the Lions network in Japan. Within a day of the disaster, many courageous clubs
distributed 20 tons of food, water and emergency supplies, despite great risks and challenges to
themselves. Even our Lions blue-colored relief tents are being delivered to give shelter for Lions
volunteers and other relief workers in the hardest-hit areas.
To distribute the aid effectively, the Lions of Japan quickly set up four Lions relief aid
warehouses in affected areas. Lions are coordinating relief aid distribution with local government
officials and with the Japanese Red Cross. As a result, Lions are helping coordinate blood donation
campaigns within Japan.
As you know, we have 31 Lions clubs in Sendai - the largest city affected by the quake and nearly a club in every town up and down the coastline. Whether it's clothes and food today, or
shelter next week, or a wheel chair the week after, Lions will be there to give dignity to those who
have suffered such unimaginable pain and suffering.
While many of you have already generously donated, for which I am very thankful, please
encourage your fellow Lions, Lionesses, Leos and friends to also donate. Please know that every
donation will be put to careful use, and 100 percent will go to the cause. ALSO, DONATIONS
RECEIVED BETWEEN MARCH 11 AND JUNE 30, 2011 WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR MELVIN
JONES FELLOWSHIPS.
I am again humbled by your generosity to date. The Lions of Japan have always been there
for the rest of us in times of need. So I am proud of you, and never prouder to be a Lion, when we
come to their aid in the wake of this historic, awful tragedy.
With my cordial regards, Eberhard J. Wirfs
Chairperson, Lions Clubs International Foundation
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WE STILL NEED YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS
Club secretaries please send the e-mail addresses to PDG Jim Harrington at
[email protected] to expand our list of addresses to send the monthly
newsletter. This will keep your club members informed of district and state news.
APRIL IS LEO CLUB AWARENESS MONTH
Leo advisors and chairpersons: Please spread the word about the Leo Club Program.
Work with your Leo Clubs to organize a joint Leo-Lion community service project.
Remember, Leo Clubs prepare young people for a lifetime of leadership and service.
Please send a monthly report regarding your Leo Club activities so that it can be
placed in the Announcer and everyone can see the good work they are doing.
PA LIONS BEACON LODGE NEEDS YOUR HELP
Beacon Lodge, along with many other organizations in
Pennsylvania, has lost its State Appropriation because of budget
cuts. For the Camp it means a loss of $120,000 in income this
year. Lions and Lioness Clubs across the state are being asked to
donate $200 above the amount they usually donate for
camperships to help cover the loss. Also, it is time for clubs to
send in their payment to become a member of the “500 Club”.
The cost is $5 per member for a year. In addition, if some of your
members want to become Life Members, there is a onetime cost of $100 per member. This is
also an excellent way for a club to recognize one or more of its outstanding members. All of
these donations will help with the general maintenance of the Camp.
Checks should be sent directly to PDG John Saudarg (Phila and Delaware County) or Lion
Estella Kristiniak (Bucks County) to assure proper accounting.
PA ALL STATE BAND GOING
TO INTERNATIONAL
CONVENTION
The Band will be attending the International
Convention in Seattle this July. Please pass the flyer
on the next page to your local high school music
director. Please have the director contact PDG Jim
Harrington ([email protected]) for application
forms.
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PENNSYLVANIA LIONS
ALL STATE BAND
SPONSORED BY:
THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE COUNCIL OF LIONS CLUBS
CONDUCTED BY:
ROBERT ZELLNER
PROFESSOR EMERITUS GETTYSBURG COLLEGE
PERFORMING TOUR
Seattle Washington
JULY 3 TO JULY 8, 2011
INCLUDES:
. 3 Days Rehearsal – Gettysburg College Campus – July 1 to July 3, 2011
. Outstanding Staff of Music Educators
. 5 Days Participation in the 94nd Annual Lions Club International Convention
. Concerts & Sightseeing:
. A great opportunity to participate with many of our PMEA District, Regional and All-State
players
Symphonic Band * Jazz Ensemble * Marching Band * Majorettes * Silks
FEE: $ 695.00 INCLUDES ALL ROOM, BOARD AND TRANSPORTATION COSTS. (Except
transportation to and from your home to Gettysburg) THE BALANCE OF THE COST FOR THE BAND
IS PAID BY THE PENNSYLVANIA LIONS.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 22, 2011
PA LIONS STATE OFFICE
949 EAST PARK DRIVE
HARRISBURG, PA 17111
(717) 564-2586 or (717) 564-2635
[email protected]
ROBERT ZELLNER
950 FAIRVIEW AVENUE
GETTYSBURG, PA 17325
(717) 334-6316
[email protected]
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Welcome Back!!
DG Linda Cunningham announces that the Bustleton Lions Club and the Phila
Korean Lions Club have been reinstated.
New Foundation Formed in District
At last year’s District Convention, the delegates assembled at the caucus unanimously
approved a motion to establish a District 14-A Foundation, which will enable the District to
qualify as a 501(c) 3 entity and take advantage of the many opportunities to obtain funds for
approved District charities. Since then, the District Constitution & Bylaws committee under
the leadership of PDG Jim Harrington, has written the Articles of Incorporation and they
have been approved by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The official name of the
corporation is “Lions District 14-A Charitable Foundation, Inc.
The next step is the approval of the Bylaws which have been sent to each club for
review. The “yes” or “no” question will appear on the ballot at the District Convention,
April 30th.
The new foundation will be managed by a Board of Directors, consisting of 6 elected
Directors, one from each of the five Regions in the District, plus one At-Large Director.
Each Director will serve a 3 year term, except initially there will be a phase-in where some
will serve 1, 2, or 3 year terms.
Elections will take place each year at the District Convention, except for this first year
where the District Governor will recommend Director candidates to the District Cabinet for
their approval at the June 2011 meeting.
Interested Lions who meet the qualifications outlined in the Bylaws should have their
club send a letter of recommendation to DG Linda Cunningham by May 15 th.
Lions Club Activities-March 2011
Adelphia Lions Club- Volunteers will help at the Pancake Breakfast for Overbrook School for the Blind, on Sunday
03/27/11. Charter night Friday, March 18th at Galdo’s, March guest speaker will be Jude Rosemarie Defino Nastasi, and
Foxwood Trip is scheduled for November 6th.
Aston Township Lions Club- Aluminum recycling committee collected sold cans and scrap bringing in over
$466.20. Donated $50 to Associated Services for the Blind, donated $150 to Aston Valley Baseball, donated $100.00 to
Guide Dog Foundation, donated $100 to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, donated $200 to PA Lions eye Research
Foundation, donated $100 to Sun Valley High School Post Prom 2011 Committee and honored 6 Northley Middle School
and 3 St. Joseph’s Elementary School students of the month at our March 3 rd dinner meeting with their parents, and
presented them with Gold framed certificates.
Bensalem Lions Club Held installation of new Leo Club which they sponsored (35 members). Gave our 430 food
baskets for the holidays. Getting ready for their Flea Market opening.
Brandywine Lions Club Working on their charities and projects to the needy. Planning for June Golf fund raiser
and Father’s Day Car Show. Donated $1,000 to Safe Harbor in West Chester.
Bristol Lions Club Working on many service projects to help the needy and collecting used eye glasses.
Bucks Assn BVI Lions Club No Report
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Lions Club Activities-March 2011
Chalfont Lions Club No meeting held due to weather. Hosted DG Linda at next meeting.
Clifton Heights Lions Club Discussion on Golf Tournament on May 20th. Lining up foursomes. Contest. Pig Roast
after the tournament. Help injured police officer purchased of “ad” space in a Recovery Fund booklet for an injured
Police officer. Donation of $100.00 made. Attendance at convention was discussed. Two members will attend. March
Meeting had a guest speaker, Jim Cavallero. Lions Club Night at the Phillies. Tickets are still on sale for this May 18
game.
Doylestown Lions Club Club attended an off site meeting at the Cock N Bull Dinner Theater on February 11 and
the Basket Bingo committee volunteered to stamp and label flyers for mailing flyers March 16 th . St. Patrick’s Day
Collectors Bingo, Sunday, March 13th, Central Bucks West Cafeteria, MacFarlane Drive, Doylestown. Doors open at
NOON first Game at 1:00 Prizes 1986 to 2010 Longaberger Baskets anyone who loves Longaberger will love these prizes:
Collector’s Club, Traditions Series, Flag & Watermelon plus GREEN Baskets. Save Money get your tickets early-in
advance$17.00 at the door $20.00
Dublin Lions Club- Four Lions attended the rescheduled Six Club meeting on February 22 hosted by the
Plumstead Club. Bill Clinton provided the entertainment for the approximately 65 Lions in attendance. A joint Zone
meeting was held on February 28 at the Diner. The program featured a presentation from Camp Kirby. April 11 Wild
Game Dinner. Several Lions from our club plan to attend the District 14 A Convention. Hosting Busy Bees at the Dublin
Diner 1:00pm-St Patty’s Day Luncheon on March 19th.
Filipino American Lions Club One member rendered volunteer services to a local school (America Reads
program),volunteer services rendered at the USO, Philadelphia International Airport. Continue distributing and selling of
raffle and breakfast tickets for annual fund raising project-the Overbrook School for the blind Pancake Breakfast. One
member attended a RSVP (Retired Seniors volunteer Program) to protect the environment (water runoff) at John Heinz
Wildlife Preserve. Two members attended the Quarterly State Council Meeting held in Bethlehem, PA Leadership
seminars attended were the Youth Exchange Program and how to become an effective Vice District Governor. DG Linda
Cunningham , VDG1 Gerri Towson and VDG2 Donald Richardson visited the club and gave the members updates coming
from the district, state and international levels.
Greater Phila Asian American Lions Club Held Chinese New Year party with over 300 attending. Presented PDG
Jim Harrington with over 200 eyeglasses the club collected.
Hilltown Lions Club Continue to work on their service projects for the community.
Langhorne Lions Club A Night at the Races Saturday, March 12, 2011 7:00pm Penndel Fire Hall $10 at the door.
and Candle Sale 03/12/11. Pancake Breakfast and Candle Sale- 04/17/11. Salsa fundraiser date TBD.
Lansdowne Lions Club Continue to work on service projects for community.
Lindley Olney Lions Club Continues to collect used eye glasses (13 pairs) for Lens Crafters, also selling candy as
a fundraiser. Four members help with feeding ministry held at St. Gabriel’s Church two Saturdays a month. Members
also continue to collect and donate can goods and staples to the food cupboard at the church. Club selling chances for
the benefit of Overbrook School for the Blind and their Pancake Breakfast. Club will be having a spaghetti Dinner on
April 2nd from 3-5:30pm at St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, Front and Roosevelt Blvd. Cost Adults $6.00, Seniors $5.00
children under 12 years $3.00
Marple Newtown Lions Club No Report
Media Lions Club Continue to work with their service projects for the community and more.Anthony Galamtino’s
Walk to the Shore and Annual Beef & Beer March 5th 6-9:30pm at Media VFW Cost $25.00
Middletown Lions Club Club providing eye glasses and hearing aids for the needy. Also working on their service
projects for their community.
Newtown Lions Club Members working on their service projects to help the community and the needy.
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Lions Club Activities-March 2011
Northampton Lions Club 207 pair glasses collected, processed for VOSH, DEL/VAL. Two Lions each week
service eight soda machines at various locations around the TWP. Sales slow due to weather. Thanks to Lion Doc Scott
Zeigen, we have shorten URL for E-Club address: http:/www.nhtlions.org/
Support: Lions White Can Days, Scholarships to music graduates at both council Ro schools, North and South,
Donate to and provide help for Northampton TWP summer concerts, Collect used eye glasses with six mailbox drops
VOSH, Buck county Assoc for the blind, Overbrook School for the Blind, Beacon Lodge, Camp for hearing and sight
impaired, CP Kirby, Delaware Valley Lions Eye Bank, Leader Dog an Lions club International Foundation.
Northeast Lions Club Working on service projects in the community and collecting used eyeglasses.
Northwest Lions Club Our February Lottery was a success; $1755.00 was added to our Charity account. Collected
136 pairs of used eyeglasses, four members attended Adelphia Lions Banner Night and purchased chance tickets and
breakfast tickets from Overbrook School for the Blind.
Pennsbury Lions Club Members working on service projects and fund raisers for Lion charities and the
community.
Perkasie Lions Club Hospital Equipment loaned out: 1 Transport chair, 2 shower seats, 1 wheel chair & 1 transfer
bench. Hosted Annual Fun Night, 19 Lions from Doylestown and Plumstead Clubs attended.
Philadelphia Chinese Lions Club No Report
Phila Deaf Lions Club No Report
Phila. Law Enforcement Lions Club Donated $100.00 to Blind Sports Org.
Plumstead Lions Club Members working on service projects and fund raisers to use for their charities and the
community.
Quakertown Lions Club Snow has been a real problem for us all; forced us to cancel our last meeting. The club
will continue to sponsor a Little League team this year. We have been a team sponsor for many years. Calling all Lions
members!!! The P Pork and Sauerkraut Dinner quickly approaching and we are in need of some volunteers and
donation. The dinner will be Saturday, March 26th at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Diner will be served 4-7pm. We are
hoping to serve 300 dinners. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children under 11. The tentative date for the spring
hoagie sale is May 14th and the Arts Alive in downtown Quakertown is May 21st
Richlandtown Lions Club Members working on service projects for the needy.
Rising Sun Lions Club Collecting used eye glasses and working on service projects for the community.
Roxbourgh-Manayunk Lions Club Members working on service projects for those who are in need in the
community. Collecting used eyeglasses.
Solebury Lions Club Collecting used eye glasses from their 3 drop boxes in the area.
Southampton-Warminster Lions Club. Members working service projects in their community. Pres. Sam
received award from International Director James Cavallaro at their February meeting. For his work with the Lions and in
the community.
South Philadelphia Lions Club. St. Patrick/Joseph Dinner was held. Italian Basket and Irish Pot of Gold was
raffled off. Visit to Ronald McDonald House was scheduled for March 30. Club donated and served dinner to family
members of the children who are patients in St. Christopher’s Hospital. The South Phila. Lions 2011 Fashion Show date
is April 1st . Also, our 5 week lottery fund raiser was successful.
Springfield Lions Club March 22 “Student Recognition Night” we will be honoring the twelve outstanding senior
students from each O’Hara and Springfield High Schools with a large turnout of proud parents attending. The six
students will be returning to Ecuador on March 12th. On April 29, 30 and May 6, 7- will hold Candy Day Collections. On
May 22 the first Annual Best Buys Softball Game @Church Rd. Park ‘under the lights.” will be held with resulting
donation of $2000 from Best Buys Corporate. Thus far we have collected $1967 for the Blind Aid Seals project. New
member inducted by PDG Jim Harrington.
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Lions Club Activities-March 2011
Springfield Twp. Lions Club Annual Game Dinner March 24 at Springtown Fire House, April 14 Regular dinner
meeting at Silver Creek A.A. and Charter Night. May 12-Regular dinner meeting at Silver Creek A.A. Melvin Jones
Fellowship presented. June 9 Installation Night/Annual Steak Fry @ The Meadows. The Board voted to sponsor two
campers to Camp Hero this summer at a cost of $440.00. the Board voted to donate $25.00 to Spurs & Burs for the
purchase of safety vests and Community Bulletin board for use at the Springtown Post Office at a cost of $458.00
Swarthmore Lions Club . Candy Day (Sat April 9 and Sun April 10; Pathmark in Folsom) Mints. Spring Egg
Hunt(Sat April 16; 9:00am, Little Crum Creek Park, Swarthmore) 100 or more children, Swarthmore Charity Fun-Fair 5K
(Sun May 1-Swarthmore.) 100 runners work with Rotary Club. Club received membership and retention Award patches
for their banner; 62 Holiday baskets-Needy families, 36 people worked on this project. 4th of July-children’s Parade;
collected used eyeglasses, Hallowed Parade, 1 new member installed –DG Linda Cunningham and VDG Gerri Towson
attended our meeting.
Torresdale Tacony Mayfair Lions Club (March) First week-Scholarship information sent to area High Schools(April) Third week –Scholarship forms due-Annual Spring Dance, Distribute 4th July chances at April meeting. (May) First
week-Scholarship committee chooses 2 winners $2,500.00 each. (June) 4 th of July tickets due, (July)-drawing of 4th July
chances.
Trumbauersville Lions Club Collected 170 pairs glasses for Buck Blind, held annual spring meat shoot, held first
very successful Cigar Aficionado Nite, donation to Trumbauersville Youth Summer Program, prepared meatball & sauce
for Children Devep. Programs fund raiser. Accepted two new recipients to Upper Bucks Lions Kidney Foundation and we
now supporting12 individuals yearly
Warrington Lions Club Donation to be sent to the American Cancer Society of $100.00 Other members also
gave individual contributions. Also on April 13th and 14th Uno’s will donate 20% of your check to the Relay for Life of
Central Bucks Middle Schools. It’s a tasty way to Raise Dough. This applies to both dine-in or takeout. Alda Lizzi Jr.
spoke at our meeting. Alda has lived in Japan for more than 2 years and lives just 60 miles from one of the stricken
Japanese nuclear power plants. She is about 2-1/2 hour drive away from the east coast of the city of Sendai, the capital
of Honshu Island’s Miyagi Prefecture where the tsunami hit. She will be going back to Japan in April where she teaches
English and covers about 27 different schools. A motion was made to give her $100.00 donation in the name of the
Warrington Lions. Cheesecake sale continues until Monday April 11 th . Cakes are $20.00 each and will arrive in time for
Easter. We held a thank you dinner at our February 24th meeting honoring the Seaman family for their time and
expertise with our Triathlon last year. With their help we had a very positive event. 5 Lions collected 100 pair of used
eyeglasses.
Wayne Lions Club Members continue to work on service projects for the needy.
Western DelVal Lions Club Super bowl block pool raised $1,800, Card night social on 2/25 raised $345, Lion
charity bowling event on 2/25 raised $822 and on 4/2 we will have our second annual Thornbury run/walk. Advance
registrations and sponsorships indicate that this year’s event will far surpass last year’s event which raised over $2,500
dollars. On 4/9 the club will assist the local Historical Society and Thornbury Township with the Daffodil Days and
Township House Tour.
Wills Eye Hospital Lions Club Members recycling used eye glasses.
Lioness Club Activities-March 2011
Aston Township Lioness Club Members are collecting used eyeglasses. March 14th Pizza Hut 4-9pm, March 31st
Testimonial Dinner for Rod Powell at Ball Room in Boothwyn, April 14 th Fashion Show at Concordville Inn. Basket of
cheer to be chanced off, May 26th Installation Banquet at Ball Room in Boothwyn,.Donated $500.00 to Aston family that
lost everything in a fire ,Pa. Sight Conservation-$500.00,Lions Eye Bank of Delaware Valley-$500.00,Township
Mgr.Secretary for use of Community Center-$500.00,Salvation Army-$500.00,Leader Dog for the Blind-$700.00,Beacon
Lodge Camp-$300.00,Camp Kirby-$600.00,Deaf Hearing Communication Center-$500.00,Saint Lucy Day School$500.00,Aston Township Library-$500.00.
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Lioness Club Activities-March 2011
Bensalem Lioness Club Continue to work on service projects for community. Sent flowers to a member whose
mother passed away. Held 20th Annual “Sweetheart Brunch” fund raiser. Two members attended Bensalem Lions
dinner Meeting February 16th . Will be working with the Lions Flea Market.
Bristol Lioness Club We are now supporting 7 “Lifeline Recipients” we will make and deliver dinner monthly to
Kelly Family Center. Member of our club purchased 8 raffle tickets for the Lions eye Bank of Delaware Valley and gifts of
sight drawing. Be sure to check out our new website: www.bristollioness.org
Homemade candy sales in December
netted a profit of $2682.68, Members purchased chances for Overbrook School for the Blind. Upcoming fundraisers:
March 6th –Bunco Bah-a fun dice game w/prizes, March 27th –Mystery Tea Party “Bidacuiys Babes of Buzzard Band”
starring our members.
Roxborough-Manayunk Lioness Club Members continue to work on their service projects for the needy. Held
joint meeting with Lions Club in February. Annual Nite at Mr. P’s Pizzeria was held on February 21 st (one of the club’s
fund raisers), also held Chinese Auction. Members continued to collect used eyeglasses.
Southampton Lioness Club Members working on service projects in their community. Held February meeting
with the Lions Club.
Springfield Lioness Club 9th April Outback Luncheon-11am-1pm fundraiser. Many of our current fundraisers will
be ending this year, including the Outback Luncheon, the candle sales, the greenery sales and possibly others. New
ideas are being contemplated and will be pursued, including the selling of the Lioness Calendar, pre-sale of movie
tickets, sale of Panera Bread gift certificates and a mini” Antiques Roadshow.” All members are urged to make
suggestions and provide input for future projects. New member was inducted by DG Linda Cunningham. DG and VDG
Gerri Towson attended our meeting. Club donated to Springfield Ministerium, LCIF ,collected 750 pr. used eye glasses
and received certificate from Pa. Lions Sight Conservation and Eye Research Foundation.(500 Club).
Upper Bucks Lioness Club Held March Lioness Meeting-3/20-Held Fund raiser (Jewelry party) 3/24,-Held Biannual bingo Party for Nursing guests at Rockhill Mennonite Home.
Leo Club News
Bensalem Leo Club Monthly meetings-every second Tuesday-collections of tabs, eyeglasses, cell phones and hatsWristband sale for White Cane-Flea Market starting up April 12-Leos will have own table selling-bake sale at Flea
Market. 35 Leo’s at this moment-In process of gaining more Leos entering into Bensalem High School-coming up with
fun raisers and charity events.
Ridley Leo Club Held : Fri Feb 4-Dance for 7th Graders at Ridley Middle School 7:00-9:00pm, Fri Feb 25-Friday Post
Prom Fun Night for Grades 3-5 at the Community Center 6:30-8:00 and or 8:00-9:30 (sell baked goods and candy, draw
tattoos, help with basketball), Fri March 11-Friday –Post Prom Fun Night for grades 3-5 at the Community Center 6:308:00 and or 8:00-9:30 (sell baked goods and candy, draw tattoos, help with basketball), Fri March 11-Friday –Post Prom
Fun Night for grades 3-5., Fri March 25-Dance for 6th Graders at Ridley Middle School 7:00-9:00pm. Upcoming Activities:
Wed March 30-Senior Citizens’ Luncheon 11:30-2:00, Fri April 8-Friday Post Prom Fun Night for Grades 3-5, Sat April 19Health Awareness Day 8:30-10:00am and/or 10:00-2:00pm, sun Mary 1 Swarthmore Charity Fun Day 10-2:00. in
beautiful downtown Swarthmore (4min. from RHS). Join in on an outdoor day of managing a 5K race, decorating the
town, selling meal tickets, and helping 50 charities make money for their worthy causes.
Springfield Leo Club: Held annual toy collection with distribution to the needy children taking place on March 4th.
Participating in the High School annual Dance Marathon for Kids cancer.
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WHO: THE CHALFONT LIONS
WHAT: EASTER EGG HUNT
WHERE: Krupp Park
(Behind the Chalfont Borough Building on Main
Street)
WHEN: Saturday, April 16, 2011 at 10:00 a.m.
RAIN DATE: Saturday, April 23, 2011 at 10:00
a.m.
CLUB ELECTIONS – PU‐101
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CLUB ELECTIONS
It is time for your club to plan for election of Club officers for 2011 – 2012. It is important that you
conduct your elections prior to April 15, 2011. You should refer to your club’s constitution and bylaws for
information regarding the nomination and election of club officers or refer to
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/common/pdfs/lg22.pdf online for the official procedures.
Once your elections are complete, immediately submit the results of your elections online or by
completing your LIONS CLUB’S OFFICER REPORTING INFORMATION FORM (PU-101) and mailing it to
LCI and 1st VDG Gerri Towson. If your club does not receive one from LCI, you may download one at LCI’s
website or use the one on the next page.
The Lion Secretary should use this form to report the names and addresses of your newly elected club
officers to International Headquarters. This form is extremely important–all communications your new
officers receive during their year in office will be based on the information you provide here. You are only
required to include the names of your new President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Membership Chairperson.
You should PRINT the needed information on this form and return it immediately following your club
elections in April. Final deadline is May 15. If you fail to return this form, your new officers will not be able
to receive the information and materials they will need during the coming year. Remember you need to
send it to International and to 1st VDG Gerri Towson for the new directory.
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PDG Sam Costantini receives the Presidental Medal in surprise ceremony
Chalfont Lions Club News
DG Cunningham presents Lion Barry
Jones a Melvin Jones Fellowship
King Lion Andy Shellock presents a
Certificate of Appreciation to the
District Governor
Editor’s Note
It would make my job easier if you send me your pictures in jpeg or
similar format. Thank you.
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