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September Newsletter
Old Farm Day
Old
Farm Day
Lion Gerry distributed worker tickets at the
9/23 meeting. Those not present had
previously been advised to contact her and arrange pickup at her home.
Happily she reported that despite many physical
changes at OFD this year, we will have our regular spot, on the left shortly
after going thru admissions gate.
Details on results with SAHMSU and the event in
general will be presented at first meeting in October.
Golf
Tournament
Lion Ron reported Hole Sponsorships and Team
Signups have been slow in coming but he is keeping a positive outlook that all
will work out for our upcoming tournament on October 10, (rain date October 17). He also stated the Eagle's Nest will be open during
our tournament so it will not be necessary for us to physically provide lunch.
Final report at meeting of 10/28.
Zone
Meeting
At the conclusion of business on 9/23, Lion
Ken, 24-C Zone Chair, welcomed members from other clubs in our district to a zone
meeting. We had many guests present and
enjoyed hearing reports of their varied activities. Lion Ken suggested we access the "Bark
of the C-Lion", our district's newspaper, available only on-line. Our website: http://www.orgsites.com/va/rivannalions,
provides a direct link. There is much
information we are missing out on, plus it is an opportunity for us to let
other clubs know what we are doing.
He made mention of a program about postage
stamp collection relative to veterans.
The stamps are used in hospitals to help vets with dexterity. If any interest in pursuing this activity
(obviously so short a description has left us pretty much in the dark about
what part we could/would play) - if it sparks your interest, please contact/see
Lion Ken and ask that he provide details at a future meeting. Thanks.
Diabetes
Kimberley Morris, diabetic nurse from UVA, gave
a most interesting presentation on 9/9 and distributed an informative booklet
to all members. She answered many
questions including the importance of those with diabetes seeing an ophthalmologist
(not an optometrist or optician) yearly to avoid possible diabetic retinopathy
problems.
Lion George Bland, Chair of our diabetes
committee, has arranged for material and a UVA nurse to be present to answer
questions from the public at Old Farm Day.
He will report to us on 10/14 about how things went.
Better Living Yard Sale
Lion Dave announced all is in readiness for the
above sale on Saturday, 10/17, from 8am - Noon.
He passed around a sign-up sheet for volunteer salespersons/cashiers at
the sale. Fluvanna Habitat for Humanity
will share responsibilities with us and, hopefully, divide a large
profit.
Miscellaneous
Fees at Union Savings Bank: It was announced that fees for our accounts
at the bank have been waived. This is
very good news for us!
Hearing Conservation: A volunteer is needed to head this committee
which has not been active since the passing of Lion Wayne and the physical
problems of Lion Kjell. This committee
works with Social Services and other organizations to assist those in need in Fluvanna County
As Lions we should continue with this most
important aspect of "service".
President Florann has all the information and paperwork.
Our
Future - Immediate and Upcoming
The following currently listed committees are
in need of member assistance, updating, or major rejuvenation, etc. You might be the one factor to make a
positive change. Please read on.
Holiday
Outreach:
This committee
plans and implements ideas on how to help the Fluvanna community with Thanksgiving
and Christmas. Lions Guy is current Chair but, unfortunately, family problems
take he and Lion Sara to Wisconsin
Low
Vision Support Group:
Lion Fritz
(589-4511) always needs drivers. Please
volunteer to help make life just a little bit easier for those Fluvanna
residents who are unable to drive themselves to needed appointments/activities.
Programs: Lions have always tried to arrange programs
one meeting each month. For us it is best
on the second meeting as the BOD meets after the first meeting. Programs need not relate to Lion activities.
How about a local individual with info about what is currently taking place in
Fluvanna artistically - or someone/a group who want to entertain us? Please see
President Florann with ideas and/or specific suggestions.
Visitation: Curious about what other Lions in our district do - how they run their
meetings - their fundraisers? Those of
us who have visited other clubs in the past have found it not only enlightening
but fun! Lion Guy can supply a list of
clubs, when they meet, phone numbers to call to make arrangements, including
dinner. You could go alone or a group of
us could attend together. Again, see
Lion President Florann if Lion Guy is not available.
Committee
Involvement
Want to be more involved - have your ideas
listened to - feel you have the answer to what the club needs? GREAT!
Here's what to do.
First, join the committee and learn
the specifics about what the goals are,
how they operate and achieve those goals.
Ask questions of the committee chair and let him/her know you are
interested in doing more ---- even taking over the chairmanship! Our club needs active participation by all
members.
Sadly, many of our past, successful fundraising
events have gone by the wayside, not necessarily because the ideas weren't
good. Perhaps members were no longer physically
able to do what was required - or the public participation dropped off. This is your club - Your
ideas and participation are always welcome!
Upcoming
Scheduled Events
October 10: Golf Tournament - (Rain date 10/17)
October 17: Better Living Yard Sale
50/50
Lion Kingsley won $22 on 9/9 and Lion Jim $32 on 9/23.
Neither drew the Ace of Spades so the money is building up. Good luck everyone!
Birthdays/Anniversaries:
Lion Dave:
11/3 (B)
Lion Ken:
11/8 (A)
Lion Frank:
11/23 (A)
Lions Guy & Sara: 11/29 (A)
Old
Farm Day
Lion Gerry distributed worker tickets at the
9/23 meeting. Those not present had
previously been advised to contact her and arrange pickup at her home.
Happily she reported that despite many physical
changes at OFD this year, we will have our regular spot, on the left shortly
after going thru admissions gate.
Details on results with SAHMSU and the event in
general will be presented at first meeting in October.
Golf
Tournament
Lion Ron reported Hole Sponsorships and Team
Signups have been slow in coming but he is keeping a positive outlook that all
will work out for our upcoming tournament on October 10, (rain date October 17). He also stated the Eagle's Nest will be open during
our tournament so it will not be necessary for us to physically provide lunch.
Final report at meeting of 10/28.
Zone
Meeting
At the conclusion of business on 9/23, Lion
Ken, 24-C Zone Chair, welcomed members from other clubs in our district to a zone
meeting. We had many guests present and
enjoyed hearing reports of their varied activities. Lion Ken suggested we access the "Bark
of the C-Lion", our district's newspaper, available only on-line. Our website: http://www.orgsites.com/va/rivannalions,
provides a direct link. There is much
information we are missing out on, plus it is an opportunity for us to let
other clubs know what we are doing.
He made mention of a program about postage
stamp collection relative to veterans.
The stamps are used in hospitals to help vets with dexterity. If any interest in pursuing this activity
(obviously so short a description has left us pretty much in the dark about
what part we could/would play) - if it sparks your interest, please contact/see
Lion Ken and ask that he provide details at a future meeting. Thanks.
Diabetes
Kimberley Morris, diabetic nurse from UVA, gave
a most interesting presentation on 9/9 and distributed an informative booklet
to all members. She answered many
questions including the importance of those with diabetes seeing an ophthalmologist
(not an optometrist or optician) yearly to avoid possible diabetic retinopathy
problems.
Lion George Bland, Chair of our diabetes
committee, has arranged for material and a UVA nurse to be present to answer
questions from the public at Old Farm Day.
He will report to us on 10/14 about how things went.
Better Living Yard Sale
Lion Dave announced all is in readiness for the
above sale on Saturday, 10/17, from 8am - Noon.
He passed around a sign-up sheet for volunteer salespersons/cashiers at
the sale. Fluvanna Habitat for Humanity
will share responsibilities with us and, hopefully, divide a large
profit.
Miscellaneous
Fees at Union Savings Bank: It was announced that fees for our accounts
at the bank have been waived. This is
very good news for us!
Hearing Conservation: A volunteer is needed to head this committee
which has not been active since the passing of Lion Wayne and the physical
problems of Lion Kjell. This committee
works with Social Services and other organizations to assist those in need in
As Lions we should continue with this most
important aspect of "service".
President Florann has all the information and paperwork.
Our
Future - Immediate and Upcoming
The following currently listed committees are
in need of member assistance, updating, or major rejuvenation, etc. You might be the one factor to make a
positive change. Please read on.
This committee
plans and implements ideas on how to help the Fluvanna community with Thanksgiving
and Christmas. Lions Guy is current Chair but, unfortunately, family problems
take he and Lion Sara to
Low
Vision Support Group:
Lion Fritz
(589-4511) always needs drivers. Please
volunteer to help make life just a little bit easier for those Fluvanna
residents who are unable to drive themselves to needed appointments/activities.
Programs: Lions have always tried to arrange programs
one meeting each month. For us it is best
on the second meeting as the BOD meets after the first meeting. Programs need not relate to Lion activities.
How about a local individual with info about what is currently taking place in
Fluvanna artistically - or someone/a group who want to entertain us? Please see
President Florann with ideas and/or specific suggestions.
Visitation: Curious about what other Lions in our district do - how they run their
meetings - their fundraisers? Those of
us who have visited other clubs in the past have found it not only enlightening
but fun! Lion Guy can supply a list of
clubs, when they meet, phone numbers to call to make arrangements, including
dinner. You could go alone or a group of
us could attend together. Again, see
Lion President Florann if Lion Guy is not available.
Committee
Involvement
Want to be more involved - have your ideas
listened to - feel you have the answer to what the club needs? GREAT!
Here's what to do.
First, join the committee and learn
the specifics about what the goals are,
how they operate and achieve those goals.
Ask questions of the committee chair and let him/her know you are
interested in doing more ---- even taking over the chairmanship! Our club needs active participation by all
members.
Sadly, many of our past, successful fundraising
events have gone by the wayside, not necessarily because the ideas weren't
good. Perhaps members were no longer physically
able to do what was required - or the public participation dropped off. This is your club - Your
ideas and participation are always welcome!
Upcoming
Scheduled Events
October 10: Golf Tournament - (Rain date 10/17)
October 17: Better Living Yard Sale
50/50
Lion Kingsley won $22 on 9/9 and Lion Jim $32 on 9/23.
Neither drew the Ace of Spades so the money is building up. Good luck everyone!
Birthdays/Anniversaries:
Lion Dave:
11/3 (B)
Lion Ken:
11/8 (A)
Lion Frank:
11/23 (A)
Lions Guy & Sara: 11/29 (A)
