L ion B reezes - Thurmont Lions Club

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Volume 70 No.54 – November 2013
Thurmont Lions Club
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M e ssa g e from Pre sid e ntDon
“Visions Of A Better Community, A Better World”
Members, Family and Friends
Our club had a chance to shine during our annual Make a Difference Day ceremony on Saturday
October 26, when we revealed to the world the masterpiece artist Yemi created on the trolley transfer station near
the carnival grounds. What a great rendition of the trolley and rail history of Thurmont. Again, this is a perfect
complement to our theme this year “Visions Of A Better Community And A Better World.” We also presented the
Volunteer of the Year and Police Officer of the Year awards.
We had two important meetings during October, including Friendship Night when our excellent membership team
provided a great program and overview of Lionism to some prospective members. The second meeting of the
month was our annual Charter Night, which is our club’s “birthday” celebration. District Governor Kent joined us in
the celebration to present several awards, including Lions Clubs International Leo of the Year to Savannah Steinly.
Thanks to the Charter Night committee for an excellent program.
We are finally winding down our busiest season of the year, and all I can say is….WHEW!! Community Show,
followed by Colorfest, followed by Fall Foods Festival, and finally Make a Difference Day rounded out the months of
September and October. Colorfest was, of course, nearly a washout. Those of us who helped set up the food stand
and bring in supplies Thursday and Friday were nearly drenched, and I want to thank those that braved the rain to
get everything set up. We made a bit of a profit for the weekend, so all was not lost. Fall Foods Festival ended our
foods fundraisers for the year. We offered hamburgers and cheeseburgers for the first time. I would like to
personally thank all those who helped make the food fundraisers a big success this past year. You can all be proud
on Community Night next spring when we present the fruits of our labor to many worthy causes in the community.
While our main busy season is winding down, Lions aren’t going to hibernate in the den. We have several
important events coming up, including dedication of the Remembrance Tree on December 7, and the joint
Thurmont Lions Club/Historical Society Christmas house tour on December 14-15. This is typically a nice fundraiser
for both organizations, so please consider helping to sell tickets and staff the houses during this event. Also, on
December 28, Doug and I will be hosting our annual house tour and dinner. Tickets will again be $20 and proceeds
will benefit LVRF.
Also, don’t forget about our annual Christmas Party on December 11, which will be held at Carriage House this
year. Looking ahead to the new year, we will be bringing back the basket bingo on January 31, 2014.
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Thanks to all of club members for making this a great year so far.
Remember: “Visions of a Better Community, A Better World”
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TODAY’S LEOs = TOMORROW’S LEADERS
Thurmont Middle School (TMS) LEO Club
Leaders are made, not born. Our young LEO’s are learning to become community leaders, under the guidance of
their school advisor and the TLC LEO advisors.
October has been a very busy month. A few LEO’s attended Camp Merrick October 18-19, 2013. Each year this
weekend entails new experiences and provides new leadership guidance; and, it is a fun weekend.
The Colorfest fundraiser for the Thurmont Lions Club is very busy and involves long days. As always, the LEO’s
were there both days, all day, helping to support the food booth. There was eleven TMS LEO’s working with a
grand total of 63 hours. They were very eager, cooperative and hard workers. The Lions members are so thankful
for their support and enormous help.
During the entire month the LEO’s were very busy promoting their National Make a Difference Day project, “Hands
Helping Paws”. They spent an entire meeting making posters for display around the school, collecting donations
and delivery to the Catoctin Veterinary Clinic. Their participation in the MaDD celebration was very rewarding.
LEO Alex Bolinger, President of the Thurmont Middle School
LEO Club spoke about their project for MaDD – “Hands
Helping Paws”. LEO Alex indicated: “This year the LEO’s
decided to participate in the annual MaDD campaign by
collecting products to support the local animal shelter. Our
project was called “Hands Helping Paws”. We posted flyers in
our school and throughout the community, stating the items
needed, and we asked local business’s to allow us to place
collection boxes for the items. The LEO Club successfully
collected approximately 150 items and $44 in cash donation.
The collected items were delivered to the Catoctin Veterinary
Clinic and distributed to the local animal shelters. Thank you
to everyone for supporting our project and the animals at the
shelter”.
The LEO’s assisted the staff at the Thurmont Regional Library with pumpkin decorating and other Halloween
activities.
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HelptosupporttheL EO ’s-- Starting this month the club will be doing a fundraiser selling candy bars whereby
the proceeds will benefit Jeremy Hahn, a young resident of Thurmont with four small children. Jeremy is fighting
cancer. If your heart is telling you to give, please support the club and Jeremy by buying candy bars – everyone
loves candy. If you would like to make a donation to benefit Jeremy, please make your check payable to the TMS
LEO Club and indicate on the memo line “In Support of Jeremy”. We, Thurmont Lions Club, are the sponsor for the
LEO Clubs – PLEASE support the LEO Club. During the December meeting new members will be inducted into the
LEO Club, and a small party is planned. Future fundraisers will be discussed. Thank you in advance for your support
in helping a friend in need.
We will be investigating the new LEO International website ‘e-LeoClubHouse’ for future use. (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
The TMS LEO’s wish you a blessed Happy Thanksgiving.
Remember – “Just one new member can make a huge difference!
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Catoctin High School (CHS) LEO Club
CONGRATULATIONS LEO SAVANNAH
Once again, the Thurmont LEO Club has made the headlines. LEO
Savannah Steinly was awarded the International LEO of the Year award
at TLC’s Charter Night on October 23, 2013. She joins the ranks of two
previous Thurmont LEO’s receiving this award. The TMS LEO Club was
chartered in 2008, and the CHS LEO Club was chartered in 2009.
Within a five-year period, the Thurmont LEOs have been honored to
receive this award three out of five years. What an accomplishment!
(Submitted by Lion Joyce)
CHS LEO’s have been busy all month with Fall sports, homecoming and
Spirit Week participating in the school’s “Lip Dub” event and organizing
the kick-off for the “Feed the Hunger Games” to be held the week of
November 4. Also, they put in service hours working 9 shifts to help
with our Colorfest food booth. Recently, CHS LEO’s supported
“Halloween in the Park”. Ms. Herrmann, Facility Advisor, was a witch (a
nice one), and the CHS LEO’s helped youngsters play games with eyeballs on spoons and toss the ring on a witch’s hat. Some of the others
helped with other spooky activities, including the infamous hay ride.
There’s now talk of CHS LEO’s helping with Christmas in Thurmont
event on December 7th. (Submitted by Lion Wendy)
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LEO Katelyn Mills, Director, Catoctin High School Leo Club,
spoke about their project for the National MaDD event.
Their project was a competition between classes called
“Feed the Hunger Games”. Katelyn stated “The class
collecting the most food for the Thurmont Food Bank will
get an award from the school. When planning this project,
we wanted to generate school spirit to serve our
community and make a difference for families in our area
struggling to put food on the table. “Feed the Hunger
Games” will commence next week. On behalf of CHS LEO’s,
thanks for all you do to make a difference in Thurmont”.
(Submitted by Lion Joyce)
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Friendship Night – The Thurmont Lions Club held their Friendship Night on October 9, 2013. It was an
evening of welcoming prospective new members and an education for all. Our guest speaker, Dr. Gregory Ochoa,
Academic Dean for the Center for Professional and Continuing Studies at the Frederick campus of Mt. St. Mary’s
delivered a very inspiring motivational speech. The program focused on club projects, history of the Thurmont
Lions Club, why should you be a Lion, what does it cost to be a Lion, etc. Several prospective individuals attended
to understand what “Lions” is about and to see if they would like to become a member of our Lions family. Lion
Laura recited a poem she wrote about “TLC Projects” (see attached poem). A special thank you to Dr. Ochoa and
the Friendship Committee members for providing an outstanding program. (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
Melvin Jones Award
Congratulations to Lions Nancy Dutterer and
Joann Miller for receiving a Melvin Jones Fellow
Award – the highest award bestowed by Lions
Clubs International Foundation.
(Pictured l-r: DG Kent Eitemiller, Lion Nancy Dutterer, Lion Joann Miller,
TLC President Don Kenney) (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
“Welcome” to Our Newest Member
Lion Marsha Opel (Sponsored by Lion Joyce Anthony)
who joined our pride of Lions at our October 23,
2013, meeting. DG Kent Eitemiller served as the
induction official. Be sure to introduce yourself to
Lion Marsha – we look forward to working together
as we serve others. (Pictured l-r: DG Kent Eitemiller, Sponsor
Lion Joyce Anthony, Lion Marsha Opel) (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
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Thurmont Regional Library – Each year for the month of October, the Thurmont Lions Club has the
privilege of placing a display in the cabinet at the library. This year the cabinet display centered on TLC’s 84 th
Anniversary and the Thurmont Middle School LEO Club’s 5th anniversary and the Catoctin High School LEO Club’s
4th anniversary. A picture of TLC’s President Don Keeney was pictured to draw individuals into visiting a Lion’s club
meeting and possibly becoming a member. Congratulations Thurmont Lions and LEOs. (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
International LEOs of
the Year – LEO
Hannah Barth (20102011) and LEO
LaBella Kreiner
(2011-2012). LEO
Savannah Steinly was
awarded the International
LEO of the Year for 20122013. LEO Savannah received
the award too late to
incorporate onto the poster.
Congratulations LEO
Savannah!
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84th Charter Night – The Thurmont Lions Club celebrated their 84th year of serving our community on
October 23, 2013. There were many District officials attending: DG Kent Eitemiller and First Lady Lion Liz Eitemiller;
2nd VD Governor Bob Mitchell and Michelle; Cabinet Secretary Lion Susan Bonura and Lion Martin; numerous Past
District Governors and their spouse; Region III, Zone Chair 1, Lion Cartha Johnson; lions members, spouses, LEO’s
and friends to help remember the past and look forward to the future.
PCC Robert Muchow introduced our guests for the evening. DG Kent was our guest speaker and rededicated the
Thurmont Lions Club Charter . President Lisa Dennison and Lion Ed Higenbotham of the Frederick Lions Club, TLC’s
sponsoring club, were in attendance.
Lion Sharon Ochoa presented a heartwarming
ceremony in memory of our lost members. A
bouquet of flowers was presented to Betty Long,
widow of Lion Bud Long (46 years of service), and
Gayle Spahr, widow of Lion Jim Spahr (43 years of
service) for those lost members. Please keep the
families of these lost members in your prayers.
(Pictured l-r: Lion Vic Jagow and PDG Och Ochoa) (Submitted by
Lion Joyce)
ChevronA w ardswere presented to the following Lions: Robert Johnson, Cartha Johnson, Terry Frushour, Gayle
DiSalvo, Larry Mundy, PDG Paul Cannada (10 year Chevrons); Robert Muchow, Michael Irons, John Brown (30 year
Chevrons); Ross Smith, Jr. (35 Year Chevron) and William Willhide (40 year Chevron).
The following Lions members were presented a 5-YearCertificate: Lions Lloyd Berry, Nancy Dutterer, Dianne
McLean, Deborah Schray, Cindy Wantz, Jo Ann Cannada, Colleen Gillen, Suzanne Ricci, Tim Stuart, JR Wantz and
Doreen Williams.
During the celebration, the Past Presidents of the Thurmont Lions Club were recognized and presented a rose.
Life Membership – Lion Ross Smith
Lions Mike Irons, Vic Jagow, Gene Long, Bill
Willhide, Bob Meunier, PDG Och Ochoa and
Glenn Rickard – Together, these Lions represent
255 years of lionism. Lion Ross Smith joined
this group of special Lion members – Lion Ross
was presented a Life Membership from DG
Kent. (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
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DG Kent rededicated the Thurmont
Middle School and Catoctin High School
LEO Charters (Pictured l-r: Lion Sam Foster, CHS LEO
President Savannah Steinly; TMS LEO President Alex
Bolinger; TLC President Don Keeney) (Submitted by Lion
Joyce)
LEO Club Excellence Award –
The Thurmont Middle School LEO Club was
presented the prestigious award “LEO Club
Excellence Award” for 2012-2013 by Lions Clubs
International. Congratulations to the TMS LEO
Club members for demonstrating superior
performance. (Pictured l-r: Lion Sam Foster, 2013-2014
District LEO Chairperson; LEO Taylor Kaufman, President
of TMS LEO Club; Mary Lee Quealy, LEO School Advisor;
Lion George Bolling, 2012-2013 District LEO
Chairperson; Lion Nancy Dutterer, TLC LEO Advisor for
2012-2013) (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
The 84th anniversary celebration was a very memorable evening – Congratulations to the Lion members for serving
the community. A special ‘thank you’ to the Charter Night Committee. (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
Thurmont Community Remembrance Tree - You may have heard the special quote, “Some
people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while and leave footprints on our hearts. And we are
never, ever the same.” If someone has left footprints on YOUR heart, honor them by creating a globe for our 2013
Community Remembrance Tree. Whether they are still making footprints on your heart or perhaps have
completed their journey here on Earth, remember them in this special way. There are so many special people who
make a difference in our lives – grandchildren, children, siblings, spouses, parents, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews,
grandparents, neighbors, friends, military, service providers, etc. Contact a member of the Remembrance Tree
Committee (Shirley, Bob J., Cartha, Kim) or stop by Thurmont PNC Bank to obtain a disk ($3 charge to help cover
the cost of supplies); decorate the disk in any way you like and return it to the committee or to PNC Bank by
N ovem ber1 – it will be assembled into a plastic weather resistant globe and placed on the tree located on the lot
next to PNC Bank. We are pleased to announce that both Thurmont PNC Bank and the Thurmont branch of
Stauffer Funeral Home will be partnering with us on this community project. Please join us for the Dedication of
the Remembrance Tree during Christmas in Thurmont on Saturday, December 7. When the tree is dismantled in
early January, you may claim your completed globe (date/time/place to be announced). And remember to always
leave footprints on the hearts of others. (Submitted by Lion Shirley)
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2013 National Make a Difference Day Project
The National Make a Difference Day was held on Saturday, October 26, 2013, at 1:00 PM at the site of the
Thurmont Trolley located at 123 E. Main Street in Thurmont, Maryland. The Thurmont Lions Club has participated
in the National Make a Difference Day program for the last seven years. This is the largest day of organized
volunteering. Last year more than 3 million people participated in this program across the United States.
The Thurmont Lions Club’s theme for this year was “Beautify Our Town”. The trolley got a fresh coat of paint by
the Thurmont Lions and the original substation was pressure cleaned and painted by the town of Thurmont. A local
commissioned artist, Yemi, created and unveiled the mural depicting “Thurmont Rail History” that was created on
the side of the original substation. Commemorative gift items were on sale and a framed original artwork of the
mural was auctioned off by our very own Lion Bob Meunier. The proceeds from these items, along with donations,
will be used to continue our theme of “Beautify Our Town” into the next year.
The MaDD Committee would like to give a big THANK YOU to the generous donors who made the first mural
possible and to Yemi for breathing life into it. (Submitted by Lion Joann M.)
Lions Members Painting the Trolley Car
Trolley Car after a beautiful coat of paint
Yemi, artist who painted the murial -- born in Ibadan Nigeria
Murial painted on trolley transfer station
The Thurmont Middle School LEO President, Alex Boling, presented their MaDD project “Hands Helping Paws”,
collecting donated items for the Catoctin Veterinary Clinic. The Catoctin High School LEO Director, Katelyn Mills,
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also presented their project “Feed the Hunger Games” whereby the students challenged each other for the most
non-perishable food items for the entire month of October. These food items will be donated to the Thurmont
Food Bank.
2013 Police Officer of the Year – OFC
Timothy Duhan and OFC Daniel Fitzgerald were
nominated for the honor of Police Officer of the
Year. OFC Daniel Fitzgerald was the recipient of the
award. He received a plaque, dinner for two and the
privilege of designating $400 to a charity of his
choice – OFC Fitzgerald donated the funds to Jeremy
Hahn, a Thurmont resident with four small children
battling cancer. (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
2013 Volunteer of the Year
Nine nominations were received for the 2013 Volunteer of the Year. These nominees were recognized as
outstanding volunteers in the community at the Make a Difference Day celebration on October 26, 2013.
Congratulations to all of the nominees. Pictured (l-r:) Lion Sharon Ochoa, VotY Chairperson, Mike Miller,
representing Mike & Myra Mille who were unable to attend; Beth Watson; Joanie Freeze; Amy Jo Poffenberger;
Donna Voellinger; Gene Doyon; Lion Joyce Anthony, Program speaker) Doris Roman was unable to attend.
(Submitted by Lion Joyce)
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The recipient of the 2013 Volunteer of the Year
award was Mike and Myra Miller (son, Mike Miller
accepting the award in their absence). Their name
will be added to the continuous plaque located at
the Town Office, dinner for two and the privilege of
donating $400 to a charity of their choice –
Thurmont Food Bank. Pictured l-r: Lion Sharon
Ochoa and Mike Miller. (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
Commemorative items of the mural art can be purchased at the following businesses in the Thurmont area –
Brown’s Jewelry Store, Catoctin Breeze Vineyard, Cozy Restaurant & Motel, Creager House (during Christmas
House Tours), Gateway Candyland, Springfield Winery and Timeless Trends.
The MaDD Committee would like to congratulate all the folks being recognized and a big THANK YOU to all of you
for the things you do for the Thurmont Community! (Submitted by Lion Joann M.)
Colorfest – Rainy and Damp – Another Colorfest has come and gone, and this year’s event tells a tale
of two worlds. Saturday was wet with some sunshine. The crowd was larger than expected given the weather
conditions; however, there were brisk sales of coffee and hot cider. Nevertheless, based on the weather, the food
booth was more successful than expected.
Sunday was wet and damp. The crowd wasn’t much better than on Saturday. We did have the expected run for
Southern fried snickers, Southern fried twinkles and even oreos. Again, even with the bad weather conditions, the
food booth did well.
Many thanks to Bob Meunier and his entire crew for setting up and tearing down the platform. This could not have
been done without the hard work of the Lions. A huge THANK YOU to those who worked at the food booth, and a
very BIG, BIG THANK YOU to those who worked extra long shifts or multiple shifts. (Submitted by Lion Joyce)
Precolorfest – “Before the First Twinkie is Sold”
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2013 TLC Christmas Ornament – T heChristm asornam entshavearrived – you canpickupyour
ornam ent(s)onN ovem ber13,2013,betw een5:30 – 6:30 pm atCozy R estaurantbeforetheregularm eeting.
(Submitted by Lion Joyce)
2013 Thurmont Christmas House Tour – Five (and possibly more)
beautifully decorated homes – several in the historical Catoctin Furnace area – is
sponsored by the Historical Society and the Thurmont Lions Club. Tickets will go on sale
November 1, 2013. We will need help from all members getting tickets sold. Please
keep December 14th and 15th on your calendar to volunteer to help show the houses –
4:00-8:00 pm on December 14th and 2:00-6:00 pm on December 15th. Thank You!
(Submitted by Lion Sharon)
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I’VE GOT A SECRET
I have a secret! It’s a secret I want to share with our new Thurmont Lions. You became a Lion to serve folks,
because that’s what we do. But, let me tell you some of the added benefits of being a Thurmont Lion.
We serve our community - We work hard - We play hard. And all kinds of new and exciting doors open to us, filled
with new experiences. One of the greatest perks of being a Lion is socializing with Lions from all difference walks of
life; folks I never would have had the opportunity to meet otherwise. I’ve met accountants, contractors, business
owners, optometrists, auctioneers, massage therapists, butchers, Native Americans, lawyers, retired military,
meteorologists and teachers.
I discovered the neatest way to meet my fellow club members is working with them at fundraisers. And our club’s
best fundraiser is the sandwich sales. When I first joined the Thurmont Lions, I knew three people out of the 87
members. While sometimes doing more laughing than working during our summer sandwich sales, I met lots of
really great Lions. Now I go to Cozy Restaurant to learn about our new Lion adventures, but also to socialize with
my many new friends.
It’s not hard making and selling food under the expert tutelage of Don Keeney and Doug Favorite. When I first tried
my hand at it, I was a bit timid. Quickly other Lions explained to me my duties. Everything was so well organized.
We would have surges of customers, when everyone ran around completing their tasks. And then a quiet spell
would occur when members jokingly would tease one another and made one feel a part of the team. The best part
of this enjoyable fundraiser is when the proceeds are counted. Every cent of the profit goes to the community.
Last year our Thurmont Lions Club awarded over $30,000 back to the community. What a feat for a day of fun
spent with fellow Lions. Try volunteering at a sandwich sale next summer. You’ll be glad you did. (Submitted by Lion
Rosemary)
Holiday Reminder – Can you imagine …. Christmas is only EIGHT weeks away. Once again, we need your
support for various projects/events – we need to know we have adequate coverage for each event so please
contact the lions listed as soon as possible.
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Show your support for the 2013 Community Remembrance Tree – remember someone who has made a
difference in your life –unfortunately, most of us have lost someone special during the past year – honor
them by creating a disk of remembrance. Disks can be purchased ($3) at Thurmont PNC or via Lion Cartha.
Please return completed disks by Nov. 1, if possible or as soon as possible thereafter. It is very time
consuming to assemble the globes – help us by turning them in early. Call Lion Shirley with questions. (The
level of participation this year will help determine the future of this project. We need your support if we
are going to continue.)
Nov. 29 – Picking up the Christmas trees and setting up the lot at Ace Hardware – help will be needed. Call
Lion Curtis Greene and mike Irons to help.
Nov. 29-Dec. 24 – Christmas tree sales at Ace Hardware. Call Lions Curtis Greene and Bob Meunier to sign
up.
Dec. 7 – Help will be needed at 9:00 am at the lot next to PNC Bank to attach globes/decorations to the
Remembrance Tree. Call Lion Shirley to sign up to help.
December 7 – (9:00 am – 3:00 pm) Help needed at the Town Park to register folks for Christmas in
Thurmont – 2 hour shifts with 2 per shift – dress warmly. Call Lion JR to sign up!
Dec. 14-15 – Thurmont Christmas House Tour – help is needed to staff the homes. Contact Lion Sharon
Ochoa to sign up.
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Dec. 28 – Tour of Lions Doug/Don’s home and dinner – proceeds will benefit LVRF. Contact Lions
Doug/Don
(Submitted by Lion Shirley)
Food Bank Project – Remember DG Kent’s project is “Feed the Hungry”. This project will
continue throughout the year. Please bring an item to each meeting to support the Food Bank
project. The club’s Food Bank Committee consists of Lions Tim Stuart, Charlie Frey and Fred Mullins.
If you have any questions, please contact a member of the Committee. REMEMBER, AN ITEM PER
MEMBER FOR EACH MEETING!
(Submitted by Lion Joyce)
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WE Serve and WE Care
If you learn about an illness or tragic happening affecting one of our LION Club members or families, please
contact a member of the TLC Sunshine Committee with the information -- Committee co-chairs Lion Nancy
Dutterer - 301-271-6965 or nsdutterer@ verizon.netor Lion Joann Miller – 301-271-3913 or
pjm iller45@ com cast.net. Caring and concern for our fellow members is a very important part of our life together.
P rayerforourT L C Fam ily and m em bersw hoareinneed ofprayerand supportduringtheirillnessand recovery:
O God of heavenly powers, by the might of your command you drive away from our bodies all sickness and all
infirmity. Be present in your goodness with your servants that their weakness may be banished, their strength restored and that their health being renewed; they may bless your holy Name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
T hosew ithA cuteN eedsforourprayers:
Lion Ross DiSalvo – resident at VA Nursing Home in Martinsburg, WV – Health declining.
Lion Shirley Long –recuperating from hip replacement surgery on 10/17/2013.
Lion Doug Favorite – recuperating from surgeries on 10/24/2013.
T hosew ithL ongT erm N eedsforourcontinued prayersand support:
Linda Frazier (friend of Lion Don Keeney’s father) – awaiting a kidney transplant.
Lion George Anzelone, Lion JoAnn Cannada, Lion Dolly Dingle, Lion Larry Mundy, Lion Rosemary McDermott, Lion
Bill Wachter, Pastor Gary Morgan of the Thurmont United Methodist Church, Brenda Eyler wife of Thurmont Chief
of Police Greg Eyler, Clay King brother-in-law of Lion Albie Little and Jeremy Hahn, owner of In Towne Barber Shop
in Thurmont.
P rayerforT L C Fam ily and theirm em bersw hoareservingourcountry:
Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care and keeping all the men and women of our armed forces and
their loved ones. Defend them day by day with your heavenly grace; strengthen them in their trials and
temptations; give them courage to face the perils which beset them and grant them a sense of your abiding
presence wherever they may be, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
W epray for:
Travis Wantz – Son of Lions JR & Cindy Wantz
Nick Subryan – Son in Law of Lions JR & Cindy Wantz
Joshua Long – Son of Lion Kristen Long and grandson of Lion Bill Long
Mathew Mundy – Grandson of Lions Larry Mundy and Joyce Anthony
Guy Jackson – Son in Law of Lions Frank & Theresa Dardanell
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If there are other family members serving in the armed forces, please let Lions Nancy and Joann know so that they
too can be added to our prayer list.
S pecialN ote:
On September 29th, Lion Franklin “Bud” Long, Jr., 89, passed away peacefully at his home in the presence of his
beloved wife of 64 years, Betty Pryor Long. Lion “Bud” was a member of the Thurmont Lions Club for 46+ years.
During this time Lion “Bud” held various positions and chaired many committees. He most recently retrieved
donated eyeglasses from collection sites in the area and prepared them for shipment to a distribution center. We
extend our deepest sympathy to Betty and Lion Bud’s family during this most difficult time.
L ocalL ionbecom esaBL U EBIR D –
Lion Sam and wife Nena Miller left for Florida in early October. Lion Sam and Nena will be in Florida for
approximately six months and returning in the Spring of 2014. Lion Sam’s address is – 139 Habersham Drive,
Flagler Beach, Florida 32136
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C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S!!!
Birthdays -
Anniversaries -
Nov. 2 – Lynn Herbert
Nov. 3 – Joann Miller
Nov. 5 – Robert Meunier
Nov. 9 – Sam Miller
Nov. 18 – Larry Mundy, Sr.
Nov. 20 – Laura Krauss , Och Ochoa
Nov. 23 – Curtis Greene
Nov. 30 – JR Wantz, Wayne Martin
Nov. 11 – Sam & Nena Miller
Nov. 28 - Brian & Molly Carren
Did you know? Celebrate the fall harvest season with these fun facts:
o These four veggies are typically harvested in November, which marks the end of harvest
season in most growing conditions: cabbage, carrots, kale and turnips.
o Pumpkins weighing 25 pounds or more are considered giants.
o The value of the pumpkin production in the US in 2012 was more than $148 million.
o Turnips, a common fall crop, can be harvested from the time they are 1 inch in diameter.
Surprisingly, turnips can handle light freezes, which actually improve their flavor.
o Richardson Farm in Spring Grove, Illinois, touted as the largest corn maze in the world,
challenges visitors to battle four different mazes winding through 33 acres or corn.
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Apple orchards cover more than 379,000 acres of the US – the third largest acreage among
fruits, behind grapes and oranges.
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If you have e-mail access but are receiving the Newsletter via regular mail, you can save the club money. With the
cost of postage, we need to limit “mailed” copies to those who DO NOT have e-mail. You can read the Newsletter
on the TLC website or contact Lion Joyce Anthony at 301-898-8515.
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If you have unwanted eyeglasses or hearing aids, please bring them to any meeting OR place them in the
collection boxes that are located at Goodwill Industries and outside Dr. John Hagemann’s office.
If you need an updated copy of the Committees for 2013-2014 or Visitation Schedule, please contact
Secretary Lion Kim.
If you are interested in purchasing Lions apparel, contact Lions Kim Grimm or Joann Miller.
PLEASE remember to call Lion Wes Hamrick if you will not be attending a meeting and do not want to be
charged for that meal. Also, it is very important to let Lion Wes know when you have a guest attending a
meeting – we need to provide an accurate count to Cozy on Monday morning the week of our meeting,
and the Club is charged based on a narrow leeway from that count. Please call Lion Wes Hamrick the
Sunday before the meeting at 301-271-9195. If you do not let Lion Wes know by the Sunday prior to the
meeting that you will not be in attendance, you will be charged for the meal for that meeting.
Lion John Hart is continuing to collect the aluminum can tabs to help support the CHS and TMS LEO Clubs.
Please bring the tabs to the monthly Membership meetings. DO N ’T T HR O W T HEM A W A Y! T hankyou!
PLEASE submit all articles for the next Newsletter ASAP but no later than the last meeting of the month or
by the 25th of the month whichever comes first to Lion Joyce Anthony at [email protected]
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Editor – Lion Joyce Anthony
A moment for you – Give yourself a new beginning. Let go of regret and replace it with hope. Trade
doubts for dreams, and reasons you can’t for reasons you will. See missteps as detours, not stop signs.
Reach for the best, not less. YOU DESERVE IT!
Check us out online at Website: http://www.thurmontlionsclub.com
And Follow us on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/ThurmontLions Club
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Important ‘November” Dates
1 - All Saints Day
2 - Daylight Savings Time
10 – U.S. Marine Corp Day
11 – Veteran’s Day
14 – World Diabetes Day
17 – World Peace Day
Month
American Diabetes Month
COPD Awareness Month
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Military Family Appreciation Month
Native American Heritage Month
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22 – Humane Society Anniversary Day
28 – Thanksgiving Day
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Thurmont Lions Club Calendar of Events
2013-2014
Please provide corrections/additions promptly to Lion Shirley Long)
Updated November 25, 2013)
November 1 – November Newsletter released
November 3 – Second Cabinet Meeting
November ?? -- LVRF Banquet
November 13 – Regular Meeting (Program/State of the Town – Police Chief Eyler)
November 15 – IRS Form 990 due
November 20 – Board Meeting – 6:00 p.m. Kountry Kitchen **
November 12 – Second Zone Meeting at Yellow Springs Lions Club
November 25 – Info due for December Newsletter
November 27 – Regular Meeting (EAT at 6:00 p.m. – NO PROGRAM)
November 28 – HAPPY THANKSGIVING
November 29 – Pick up Christmas Trees and Sales begin at ACE Hardware
December 1 – December Newsletter released
December 7 – Remembrance Tree Dedication
December 11 – Regular Meeting (Family Christmas Party) (Also Info due for January Newsletter)
December 14-15 – Thurmont Christmas House Tour (Thurmont Lions & Thurmont Historical Society) *******
December ?? – Board Meeting – 6:00 p.m. Kountry Kitchen **
December 25 – MERRY CHRISTMAS
December 25 – Info due for January Newsletter
December 28 – Christmas Tour – Home of Don/Doug
January 1 – HAPPY NEW YEAR -- Welcome to 2014!
January 1 – January Newsletter released
January 8 – Regular Meeting (Program/District Governor’s Official Visit)
January 8 – Dues/Meals Statements for January-March 2014 (Meal charges/3months; no dues)
January 13 – Melvin Jones’ Birthday
January 15 – Board Meeting – 6:00 p.m. Kountry Kitchen **
January 22 – Regular Meeting (Program TBD)
January 22 – Info due for February Newsletter
January 26 – Third Cabinet Meeting
January 31 – Basket Bingo
February 1 – February Newsletter released
February ?? – Third Zone Meeting
February 12 – Regular Meeting (Scout Night)
February 19 – Board Meeting – 6:00 p.m. Kountry Kitchen **
February 25 – Info due for March Newsletter
February 26 – Regular Meeting (Program TBD)
March 1 – March Newsletter released
March 12 – Regular Meeting (Barter Night)
March 19 – Board Meeting – 6:00 p.m. Kountry Kitchen **
March 25 – Info due for April Newsletter
March 26 – Regular Meeting (Program – Youth Night)
March 28?? – Thurmont Business Expo
April 1 – April Newsletter released
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April 6 – Fourth Cabinet Meeting
April 9 – Regular Meeting (Program – TBD)
April 9 – Dues/Meals Statements for April-June 2014 (Meal charges/3 months; dues/6months)
April ?? – Fourth Zone Meeting
April 16 – Board Meeting – 6:00 p.m. Kountry Kitchen **
April ?? – Clean up Day at Bell Hill
April 20 – Community Easter Egg Hunt – Town Park – 2:00 p.m.
April 23 – Leader Dog Banquet (in lieu of regular meeting)
April 23 – Info due for May Newsletter
April 26 – Sandwich Sales – Bell Hill
April 30 – PU 101 due
May 1 – May Newsletter released
May ?? – Clean up Day – Trolley Trail
May 14 – Regular Meeting (Program – Education Night)
May ????? – Multiple District 22 Convention – Ocean City
May 21?? – Board Meeting – 6:00 p.m. Kountry Kitchen **
May 24 – Sandwich Sales – Bell Hill
May 25 – Info due for June Newsletter
May 26 – National Memorial Day Parade – Washington, D. C.
May 28 – Regular Meeting (Program – Community Night)
May ?? – White Cane Banquet
June 1 – June Newsletter released
June 1 – Helen Keller Day
June 11 – Regular Meeting (Program – Installation of Officers)
June 14 – Sandwich Sales – Bell Hill
June 18 – Board Meeting – 6:00 p.m. Kountry Kitchen **
June 25 – Regular Meeting (Program – Tour of New Town Office)
June 25 – Info due for July Newsletter
** Please provide agenda items to Secretary Kim not later than Thursday prior to Board Meeting.
O FFICER S & DIR ECT O R S – T HU R M O N T L IO N S CL U B
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JR W antz
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Directors:2 years
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District,R egionand ZoneChairs
District Governor
Kent Eitemiller (Lion Liz)
7202 Patton Drive
Woodbine, MD 21797
Res: 410-795-5115
Cell 443-789-1742
Email: [email protected]
Home Club:Taylorsville-Winfield Lions Club
Past District Governor
Paul Cannada (Jo Ann)
7 Sylvia Circle
Thurmont, MD 21788
Res: 301-271-2924
Cell 301- 639-7434
Email: [email protected]
Home Club: Thurmont Lions Club
1st Vice District Governor
John Parker (Lion Sandra)
Rt. 1, Box 122A 30
Keyser, WV 26726
Res: 304-788-5755
Cell: 301-697-8570
E-Mail: [email protected]
Home Club: Potomac Valley Lions Club
Cabinet Secretary
Susan Bonura (Lion Martin)
1743 Deer Park Road
Finksburg, MD 21408
Res/Cell: 443-745-1281
E-mail: [email protected]
Home Club: South Carroll Lioness Lions Club
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2 Vice District Governor
Robert (Bob) Mitchell (Michelle)
3 Bowie Mill Avenue
Taneytown, MD 21787
Res: 410-756-4225
E-Mail: [email protected]
Home Club: Taneytown Lions Club
Region III Chair
Susan Ensor
3198 Hooper Road
New Windsor, MD 21776
Cell: 410-967-0770
E-mail: [email protected]
Home Club: Libertytown-Unionville Lions Club
Region III, Zone 1 Chair
Cartha Johnson (Lion Bob)
2193 Bellemonte Court
Jefferson, MD 21755
Res: 301-371-9129
Cell: 301-471-2908
E-mail: [email protected]
Home Club: Thurmont Lions Club
Administrative Assistant
Elizabeth (Liz) Eitemiller (DG Kent)
7202 Patton D rive
Woodbine, MD 21797
Res: 410-795-5115
Cell: 443-789-1740
E-mail: [email protected]
Home Club: Taylorsville-Winfield Lions Club
Cabinet Treasurer
Gary Buchman (Patty)
1449 Streaker Road
Sykesville, MD 21784-8747
Res: 410-795-8174
Cell: 443-823-3658
E-mail: [email protected]
Home Club: Freedom District Lions Club
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TLC Project Poem (By Lion Laura Krauss)
The Thurmont Lions Club is busy all year long, creating ties that bind and keeping our town strong.
Within our community Lionism can be found, around every Thurmont corner, our projects will astound.
The project list is long but please don’t fret and worry; I won’t waste your time and will be done in just a hurry.
Perhaps you have seen us as you spend your time in town, the work that we have done running up and up and
down,
The streets of Thurmont are filled with Lions volunteering, but make no mistake; we don’t do it for the cheering.
I’ll start our project poem with the Boy Scout Troop two-seven-oh; we’ve sponsored them for decades - they’re
always on the go.
Our LEO Clubs were chartered at Thurmont Middle and Catoctin High, not a school year will end without youth
laughter floating by.
As we share the lessons of Lionism with our teenage girls and boys, we model the great importance of young
volunteering joys.
The upcoming weeks are usually our busiest of all, as we participate in projects that get us through the fall.
You will see us at Colorfest feeding hundreds in good time, if you haven’t tasted Lion Nancy’s cobblers - they
really are divine.
We have been recognized throughout our district as the best in every way, in fact we were awarded for last
year’s Make a Difference Day!
We facilitate the programs for Police Officer, Teacher, and Volunteer of the Year, to promote the good works
our community leaders hold so dear.
In wintertime you’ll find us selling ornaments, trees, and more; in fact we help co-sponsor the Thurmont
Christmas House Tour.
In the spring it’s our Easter Egg Hunt for local kids to seek, hundreds of eggs they soon find – they can’t wait to
take a peek!
The Thurmont Trolley Trail was cleaned up in our past, I’m sure you’ve walked the trail; it’s a town treasure sure
to last.
Teacher of the Year is awarded each and every May; we highlight our school teachers on that very special day.
The money that we raise from our Bell Hill sandwich sales, go back into the coffers of our deep community pails.
All of our work could not certainly be done, without the help of many, who make it so much fun.
You see, it’s not the project list that keeps us coming back for more; it’s the love and care we bring when you
think you can’t endure.
We provide a great service to many throughout our local land, and I hope that at this evening’s end you will
soon understand.
The strength of our group lies not in what we do; no, our strength lies deep inside, of people just like you!