From Our District Governor

OCTOBER 2020

GLEN LOGAN

DISTRICT WEBSITE

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PAGE 1 - From Our District Governor DG Glen Logan PAGE 2 - District Fall Conference PAGE 3 - From our NAMI Champion ZC Donalda Lovelace From Global Membership Team District Coordinator (GMT) PDG Sally Kenavan PAGE 4 - From Council Chair & Global Leadership Team District Coordinator CC Wilma Murphy PAGE 5-6 - District News: Thoughts on Participation, Service and the Secretary’s Role Service Update 2020-2021 Peace Poster Contest PAGE 7-8 Organization News: Northern Virginia Lions Youth Camp VA Lions Eye Institute Canine Companions for Independence Leader Dogs for the Blind PAGE 10-14 - Club News: Bailey’s Crossroads Woodbridge Montclair Fredericksburg Host Clarke County PAGE 9 - This Month’s Spotlight: Montclair PAGE 6 - Welcome New Members PAGE 13 - In Memoriam PAGE 15-16 - Marketplace/Advertising Info

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We Serve Where To Find It:

T he first ever USA-Canada Virtual Leadership Experience was held on September 25-27.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the virtual event replaced the traditional USA-Canada Lions Leadership Forum scheduled to be held in Louisville, Kentucky. The Virtual Experience featured 22 sessions with expert speakers covering topics of great interest to Lions. There was a wealth of information presented, which is available via video-on-demand to Forum registrants through December, 2020. In the coming months, your District leadership team will do their best to summarize the high-lights for District membership. The Summer 2020 edition of the Lion Magazine prominently featured several of our District clubs and Foundations. See excerpts on page 14. The urgent needs of the less fortunate in our communities are not put on hold during the pandemic. These trying times require bold action from us collectively to continue with our Lions service while remaining healthy and safe. During my in-person and online visits to clubs and Zones, I continue to be amazed at the dedication and innovation our District clubs have applied to service projects, fundraising and yes, recruiting, giving true meaning to the mantra, “Where There’s a Need, There’s a Lion.” One of the bold actions alluded to above includes moving forward with plans for the 2020 District 24-L Fall Conference. We are fully committed to a safe and informative conference, November 6-7, at the Hyatt Regency Dulles. We will be following the CDC recommended guidelines, including wearing face masks, social distancing, the use of hand sanitizers, and special packaging of meals. The conference theme is “Serving Safely.” If at all possible, please attend and support your District! As in previous months, the NAMI Team has been very busy taking the pulse of clubs, assessing clubs and membership needs and challenges. Please feel free to reach out to them as they have a tremendous amount of resources made available through LCI to assist you. I look forward to seeing many of you at the Fall Conference! DG Glen

2020 District 24-L

November 6-7 Hyatt Regency Dulles 2300 Dulles Corner Blvd Herndon, VA 20171

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And New Bras with Tags! We are also collecting new bras that will be donated to the women of Wise County by L.A.M.P.

I t’s not too late to register to attend the conference. Complete the Registration Form and mail it with your check to Lion

Carol Byers, Cabinet Secretary, 3108 Linden Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Click to make hotel reservations or call 877- 803-7534 and say you are attending the District 24-L Lions Fall Conference. We will follow mask and distancing protocols, and the hotel rooms are individually sealed. Hand sanitation stations are located through-out the hotel. All food will be plated or boxed individually. For your pleasure, the Hyatt offers free parking, free internet, room service, a fitness center, and an indoor pool. We have an exciting schedule lined up with dinner on Friday night and Saturday morning breakfast with a special presentation by a St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital repre-sentative who will address one of LCI’s key challenges of pediatric cancer. After breakfast, there will be workshops on topics including North America Membership Initiative (NAMI), Reinventing Lions in a Covid-19 World, an update on the LEARNS Project Grant, and more. At lunch, we will hear from International Director Mark S. Lyon, a 24-year Lion from the Brookfield, Connecticut Club, followed by an awards presentation. After lunch, we will have a short Cabinet meeting and meetings of three foundations: LOVF, Hearing Aid Bank and NOVA Sight and Hearing Mobile Screening Unit. We will finish at 3:00 p.m.

Bring Donations Canned Meat: Tuna, Salmon, Chicken; Boxed Meals; Pasta & Meat Sauce, Salsa - Mild; Macaroni & Cheese; Rice (bagged and boxed). Vegetables: Canned Vegetables - Regular & Low Sodium; Dry or Canned Beans - Pinto, Red, Black, Navy, Great Northern, Kidney; Instant Mashed Potatoes. Cereals: Whole Grain Cereal & Oatmeal; Boxed/Bagged Cereal; Dried & Condensed Milk; Canned Fruit in Natural Juice; Bread & Corn Bread Mix. Snacks: Peanut Butter - Regular & Low Sugar; Jelly/Jam - Regular & Sugar-Free. Other: Shampoo, Shaving Cream, Bar Soap, Deodorant, Toothpaste, Tooth- brushes, Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Diapers

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From our NAMI Champion

October and April are Special Membership Months

O ur District is “94 Clubs Strong,” and we make a

difference wherever we go and whatever we do. We Serve!

Recruiting new Lions is everyone’s challenge. Take a “Can Do Attitude” and tell your story about how your club has recruited new Lions during this pandemic. How has your club stepped up and invited new people to become Lions? Last month, we asked the Broadway Club how they had recruited 5 new Lions. They talked among themselves, came up with possible new candidates, and just asked! We asked the Burke Club (meeting virtually on 2nd and 4th Mondays), and they contacted local businesses and worked on service projects. They also have interesting speakers at meetings. Last year, the Aquia Evening Club added 10 mem-bers! President Cindy O’Grady said their December service project, held at the ice skating rink, attracted many new people who met our members and saw how we make a difference in our community. They also saw that we have a lot of fun! Your club can be just as successful. Think about asking people who are members of other organizations. Ask new neighbors, new friends, and new people you meet, wherever you go. What’s your club’s special story? Why did you join? How are you bringing in new members? Send your stories to me at sally.tom@comcast.net. You too can make a difference!

T he NAMI Team continues efforts to rejuvenate our District with new clubs,

revitalize clubs with new members, and re-motivate members with new fellowships and exciting service. The following is what we achieved in September: Meetings: • The NAMI Team meets monthly to strategize next steps. • The Team held Zoom meetings with 15 of our 17 Zone Chairs to discuss NAMI, expectations, and concerns. • On September 14, DG Glen Logan and I met with Zone B Club Presidents and Secretaries. Distributed NAMI Resources: • E-mailed Membership Google Folder link to Zone Chairs. • Presented list of resources (files/links) to Zone Chairs at 9 Zone Zoom Meetings. • Researched new NAMI resources for recruiting new members. • Conducted a survey of Club Secretaries with a 65% response rate. The survey indicated that lack of training, lack of internet access, and lethargy appear to be the main reasons for 46 of the 94 District clubs not reporting service for 8-24 months. • 75% of all Secretaries have been serving in that role for six years or more. Achievements: • On September 10, the Team held the first Zoom training session, with plans for future sessions and recordings to be available to members. • As a result of Secretaries identifying lack of training as a major impediment to completing MyLion reports, a Secretary training was offered via Zoom. One attendee commented “I think the course offered ample time to understand MyLion, especially for new Secretaries and Presidents. The instructors did an excellent job and certainly were easy to understand. Thanks to all who put this together.” • Submitted a Leadership Development Grant application to support Zone Chairs in training and understanding NAMI initiatives. • Began discussion to start a new club at a new housing develop- ment in Spring Creek in Louisa County. • Conducted informational meetings regarding chartering new clubs. • Contacted the Superintendent of Louisa County Schools regarding supporting Leo Clubs. • Twelve clubs have increased their membership by adding new members between July 1 and August 30. Issues & Concerns: • Communication throughout the District is a major challenge due to

a lack of or inconsistent Internet access. • We have a low percentage of open/click rates on District-wide

e-mails. • Determining how to best collect and share NAMI best practices

and training.

From Global Membership Team District Coordinator (GMT) & PDG

DONALDA LOVELACE

SALLY KENAVAN

226 – Decision Making 227 – Public Speaking 228 – Parliamentary Procedure 229 – Motivation 230 – Creative District Meetings 231 – Protocol 232 – Meaningful Ceremonies 233 – Team Building 234 – Creating Specialty Lions Clubs 235 – Campus Clubs

Another opportunity for leadership training our Multiple District will be hosting is the Regional Lions Leadership Institute (RLLI) in Roanoke, Virginia, from March 5 - 7, 2021. The topics are: Diversity, Lions Fundamentals, Local Issues and Opportunities, Motivating Club Members, Personal Mission Statement, Public Speaking, Setting and Reaching Club Goals, Time Management, and Working in Teams. If you are interested, or know of someone in your club who may be interested, please complete the application and return to me for processing no later than January 15, 2021. Each district has 10 slots, so don’t delay. The application is available on our District and State websites at valions.org and lionsofvirginia.org. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at wilma.murphy@verizon.net or 540-361-4292.

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From Council Chair & Global Leadership Team District Coordinator (GLT-D) WILMA

MURPHY

I have mentioned in several newsletters the option we have for leadership training through the Lions University, offered by the USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum. Last month, I shared information on the first of three educational program levels (Bachelor’s) provided to enhance your Lion’s knowledge and

skills to better serve your community. This month, I am providing information on the Master’s Program. As a Lions club leader, you know that building strong communities through volunteer service is our objective. The Lions University program is about making sure you have the skills and resources to meet this objective. To complete each program, Lions must complete 10 required courses, at least 5 elective classes, and specific leadership experiences. To complete a course, the Lion takes part in an hour-long training session offered online at lionsuniversity.org through periodic webinars and live sessions held in Districts and Multiple Districts. Once the training session is completed, the Lion takes a simple online test and is then awarded a certificate of course completion. Lions are welcome to complete courses in any of the programs, and in any order they wish. Credit is given towards the degree program that the class is under. Bachelor’s Program: This program allows Lions to develop the skills necessary to lead a vital Lions club.

Master’s Program: This program focuses on skills needed to support clubs by being a District leader. It is intended for District Governors, Vice District Governors, Zone Chairs, District Committee Chairs, Certified Guiding Lions, and other leaders who are ready to foster quality clubs in their District. Doctorate Program: This program focuses on the skills needed to be a training facilitator for adult volunteers, as trainers of other Lions.

The requirements to fulfill the Master’s Program are: Complete the Bachelor’s Program.

Attend a second USA/Canada Lions Leadership

Forum (2014 or later).

Attend a Leadership Institute (Regional, LCI Emerging, or Advanced, or District Governor-Elect School).

Complete 10 required courses and online quizzes.

201 – District Cabinet Selection: Working as a Team 202 – Succession Planning 203 – Leadership Styles: Knowing Yours and How and When to Use It 204 – Recognition 205 – Advanced Facilitating Skills 206 – Using Diplomacy 207 – Delegation 208 – Time Management 209 – Strategic Planning: Beyond Goals and Action Plans 210 – Zone Chair Roles and Responsibilities

Complete at least 5 elective courses and online quizzes. (Courses are available unless otherwise noted.)

221 – Collaboration 222 – Knowing International Priorities, Programs and

Services 223 – District Governance 224 – Meeting Management 225 – Ethics

District News

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Thoughts on Participation, Service, and the Secretary’s Role By Lion Sharon Hart

I recently heard a few comments that some Lions think there are clubs that are indifferent to making connections and sharing events and

activities with other clubs. Some people feel more comfortable with those they know, and they are not ready to work alongside members of other clubs. Alas, the need for social distancing is affecting Lions even though we want to volunteer with other Lions and other organizations.

It’s important to share our thoughts about how the coronavirus has impacted club meetings, fundraisers, and service projects. Non-participation is not because of indifference. Even though clubs are taking precautions and managing events so they maintain social distancing, participation has been down and clubs are setting more realistic expectations for the number of attendees.

Now, more than ever, it is important for clubs to report service projects, and reporting is no longer viewed as the exclusive responsibility of the Secretary. The most recent LA-2 Standard Club Constitution at https://temp.lionsclubs.org/EN/pdfs/la2.pdf has more information. Even though it states responsibilities of the Secretary, these responsibilities can be shared.

They include:

❑ Submitting regular monthly and other reports to the interna-tional office of the association containing such information as may be called for by the board of directors of this association.

❑ Submitting to the district governor’s cabinet such reports as it may require.

❑ Being an active member of the district governor’s advisory committee of the zone in which the club is located.

❑ Having custody, keeping and maintaining general records of the club, including records of minutes and board meetings, attendance, committee appointments, elections, member infor-mation, and club accounts.

❑ Giving bond for the faithful discharge of his/her office with such surety as determined by the board of directors.

❑ At the conclusion of his/her term, delivering, in a timely manner, to his/her successor, the general records of the club.

Service and financial records must be kept current and filed and audited annually. The minimum is 7 years. As a “Club Secretary for Life,” I have about 15 years of records.

Watch for District Training on how to enter

service projects into MyLion.

Remember, someone other than the

Secretary can do this for your club.

Service Update By Lion Rose Burrus

I t’s been, and still is, a challenging time to serve.

It is totally understandable that some clubs have reduced service activity due to COVID-19 and the risks associated with being in public. Below are some creative opportunities that continue to provide for community and international needs while reducing the risk of personal exposure. While most of these are based on sewing, knitting, and crocheting, there is a project for collections of other needed items. The Sewport Project — Founded in 2010 as Sewport Our Troops, shipping pillowcases through Soldier’s Angels to troops overseas, this organization gives handmade, one-of-a-kind pillowcases to homeless veteran shelters, women and children’s domestic abuse shelters, and most recently, to animal rescue shelters to be used as cage comforters and cat-nippers. https://www.thesewportproject. com/donors-sewers/ Matthew 25 Ministries — This is just one of several organizations that takes donations of empty, clean pill bottles for transporting medications where they are most needed. https://m25m.org/pillbottles/ Medical Missionaries — Located in Manassas, this organization’s mission is to help improve the health of the poor in the U.S. and around the world. They collect pill bottles, soap, non-perishable food items, and clothing for men, women and children. https://www. medicalmis-sionaries.org/board-of-directors/

Project Linus — This organization provides homemade blankets to children in need. https://www.projectlinus.org Ryan’s Case for Smiles — This organi-zation distributes whimsical pillowcases to provide comfort and support to young patients and families dealing with cancer. https://caseforsmiles.org/ As you can see, there is always a way to serve! Let us know how your club is reaching out and continuing to serve your community. And please do not forget to post your activities in MyLion!

Welcome New Club Members

District News

2020-2021 Peace Poster Contest By Lion Jeff Root and Lion Sandra Morris, 24-L Peace Poster Co-Chairpersons

D istrict 24-L Lions Clubs are encouraged to

sponsor Peace Poster contests this Fall in local middle schools and/or with youth groups. The theme is “Peace Through Service.” Students ages 11-13, as of November 15, 2020, are eligible to participate. For more information, go to https://www.lionsclubs.org/en/start-our-approach/youth/peace-poster. Peace Poster chairpersons should coordinate with middle school art teachers or youth group leaders as soon as possible. Chair- persons may order Peace Poster kits (Stock Number PPK1EN) for each participating school or group from the Lions store at https://lionsclubsinternational.myshopify.com/collections/kits/products/ppk1. Each participating middle school or youth group should submit its winning Peace Poster to the sponsoring Lions club by November 10. Clubs should mail winning posters no later than November 15 to: Lion Jeff Root Peace Poster Co-Chairperson 4788 Tapestry Drive Fairfax, VA 22032-1918 Judging for the District 24-L Peace Poster Contest will take place on November 20.

If your club plans to sponsor a Peace Poster contest, please provide your Chairperson name and contact information to Lion Sandra Morris at smorris.1079@gmail.com or (540)-908-8036, or Lion Jeff Root at JNRoot@aol.com or (703)-508-1876.

Continuing to Answer the Call

T hrough support of Campaign 100, LCIF was able to provide $5.1 million in grant funding for COVID-19 relief worldwide. Our pandemic remains a heavy burden – as

do all global causes LCIF and Campaign 100 support. Watch our new video and be inspired to answer the call and create a brighter future.

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MaryAnne Bolgert — Lake of the Woods Lioness Sponsor: Colleen Cameron Margaret J. Legge — Lake of the Woods Lioness Sponsor: Gail Stoner Tena Brass — Lovettsville Sponsor: William Zenner John Samuel Clifton — Rappahannock Sponsor: Robert Hurley Kathleen L. Dorn — Lake of the Woods Sponsor: Jean Schumitz Allen J. Gerard — Louisa County Sponsor: Chris Liles Arlene Grzybowski — Stafford County Sponsor: Sharon Gaylord Suanne Davis — Stafford County Sponsor: Sharon Gaylord Marcus Breitbarth — Stafford County Sponsor: Ed Tober

Mark Larsen - Stafford County Transfer

Richard Iwanowski — Montclair Sponsor: JoAnn Bale Abraham Max — Alexandria Asian-American Sponsor: Lerma Parker James C. McKeever — Fairfax Host Sponsor: Michael Greeley

“When we serve, it’s more than an act of kindness. It’s personal. Your dedication enriches the lives of the people you know and strengthens the relationships you share.

You are more than a volunteer — you are an essential part of your community. And that connection matters more than ever.

Dr. Jung-Yul Choi, International President

Organization News

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Apply Now! Grants for

Visually-Impaired

Students.

A s mentioned in last month’s Paw Prints,

remember to recom-mend students for

scholarships to assist them in the pursuit of

bettering their station in life. Scholarships are

used for tuition and equipment/visual aids to enhance learning and quality of life. Contact schools near you to find teachers of visually-impaired students and check to see if there is a need. Your knowledge of your communities is also a great source. Submit grant applications to our Scholastic Grant Committee by December 5. If your club sponsored an applicant last year, we will send your club the contact information and eligibility status for re-applying. One prerequisite is that we have received a reply showing how the funds were used. Applicants are eligible for up to three grants. Please contact these grant recipients to see if they still need assistance, and please invite them to your club to participate in service activities so they can see the good work that your club does in your community. If you haven’t already done so, please consider adding VLEIF to your budget. Our CFC number is 95254. Thanks for your support. Ed “Woody” Woodard, PDG President, VLEIF Scholastic Grant Committee

Northern Virginia Lions Youth Camp “Investing in the Future of our Youth” By Lion Jay Moughon

S ince 1958, the Northern Virginia Lions Youth Camp has provided a retreat for thousands of young people. Situated

on 120 acres at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and nestled against the Shenandoah River, the Camp has a large covered pavilion, a fully-equipped dining hall, seven cabins, and a bathhouse. Some of our aging facilities need updating, so we are in the midst of a major capital campaign designed to make improvements on a place that supports about 2,000 young campers every year. The COVID-19 virus impacted the donations we normally receive, so the camp needs your help. Recently, we replaced two bridges, completed repairs on several of the cabins, and completed some grading work on the roads. There are, however, several other projects that require our attention, so your donation will make a significant difference. Upcoming projects include the following: New Bathhouse — The old bathhouse needed a major renovation. To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the repairs would cost more than the cost to build a new bathhouse. Additionally, a new bathhouse will provide greater privacy for campers, thereby reducing potential liability to the Camp. Road Grading — The drainage ditches leading to the Camp need grading work to eliminate the erosion impact on the roads. Roof and Cabin Maintenance — Two cabins need some roof work to repair damage from last year’s storms. Over the past three years, we’ve completed projects in excess of $175,000. The new bridges and upgraded pavilion provide significant improvements to our facilities. We expect upcoming projects will cost about $150,000. We have about $40,000 in funds available to support the projects, so your donation will make a big difference in the life of our Camp, which will enable us to serve young people for many generations. We are a 501(c)(3) organization, so if you are looking for a way to make a contribution to the future of our youth, please consider donating to the Northern Virginia Lions Youth Camp. Mail donations to Northern Virginia Lions Youth Camp, 7623 Virginia Avenue, Falls Church, VA 22043-2302. If your club would like a presentation on the Camp, please contact PCC Phil Schrack at pschrack@aol.com, Lion Phil Mayo at maymont@msn.com, or PDG Jay Moughon at moughonjc@aol.com.

Organization News

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White Cane Awareness Day is October 15 By Lion Chuck Schwab

W hite Cane Awareness Day celebrates the

achievements of the blind and visually impaired, especially in their ability to travel safely, emphasizing

the critical role this tool plays in the lives of the blind community. The white cane is an essential tool that helps people achieve full and independent lives.

At Leader Dogs for the Blind, clients have the opportunity to increase and enhance their white cane skills by attending an orientation and mobility training class. While on campus, they spend a week, one-on-one, with mobility instructors gaining orientation and problem-solving skills so that they can move freely avoiding physical barriers and obstacles. Thanks to you and your club, Leader Dogs for the Blind is able to provide this mobility training to clients like Dave at no cost to them. One hundred clients from across the country come to the Leader Dog Campus every year to attend this training. By the time the training is over, their confidence has increased, and they are empowered to be independent and move freely and safely from place to place whether it is at work, school, or in their neighborhoods. Their White Canes are symbols of independence.

Update By Lion John Beere

2 020 has been a year unlike any other. Lions clubs have been affected both in our good works as

well as in our fundraising activities. I miss seeing fellow Lions, enjoying social time, and benefitting from presentations made by worthwhile organizations.

The Lions Project for Canine Companions for Independence also has also suffered from the pandemic. Our mission is to share the story of Canine Companions for Independence and the wonder-ful things they do for people with disabilities not related to vision. The lack of face-to-face meetings has put that on hold. As a reminder, Canine Companions for Independence provides: Service Dogs – Imagine having a dog that could turn on lights, pick up dropped keys, or open a door. Service dogs are partnered with adults with physical disabilities to assist with daily tasks and increase independence by reducing reliance on other people. A service dog can pull a manual wheelchair, push buttons for eleva-tors or automatic doors, and even assist with business transactions by transferring money, receipts, and packages. Skilled Companions - These dogs are trained to work with an adult or child with a disability, under the guidance of a facilitator, typically a parent, spouse, or caregiver who lives in the same household as the recipient and cares for the dog, encourages a strong bond between the recipient and the companion dog, and is responsible for the dog’s customized training needs. Disabilities served include, but are not limited to, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, autism spectrum disorder, Spina Bifida, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Hearing Dogs - These are specially-bred Labrador and Golden Retrievers who alert partners to key sounds by making physical contact such as nudging a leg or an arm. Among the many sounds hearing dogs can be trained to recognize and respond to are door-bells, alarm clocks, smoke alarms, and someone calling a name. Facility Dogs - These expertly-trained dogs partner with a facilitator working in health care, visitation, or educational settings. In educational settings, facility dogs help engage students in schools and special education classes. In a health care environment, activities such as grooming, feeding and playing fetch with a facility dog aid patients in medical rehabilitation and psychiatric programs. The best part — these dogs are provided at no cost to the recipient! Would your club like to know more about Canine Companions for Independence and the Lions project that provides support? We can provide a Zoom presentation with one of our own District 24-L Lions who has one of these dogs. For more information, contact Lion John Beere at johnbeere@outlook.com. Please reference “Lions” in the subject line so your e-mail doesn’t get lost in my spam folder. You can also contact Lion Jim Purton at 703-346-1804.

Pictured Above: Dave G. from Pennsylvania, who recently completed his first orientation and mobility training at Leader Dogs for the Blind

stated, “This week I learned that I’m unstoppable now, and that I can go anywhere and always be confident.”

x In Every

Leader Dog Beats the Heart

of a Lion!!!

This Month’s Spotlight Special Request

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Montclair: Keeping your Club Active in the New Normal By Lion Jim Cech, District LCIF Chair

C OVID19 does not mean an end to fundraising, or that there are no opportunities for service, and the demise of your club is inevitable. There is an old Greek saying,

“Necessity is the mother of invention.” This means, when put in a difficult situation, one is likely to be inspired to create a novel or ingenious solution. Lions clubs around the world are finding new ways to communicate via Zoom and outdoor meetings, to raise funds without contact, and to safely serve.

One good example is the annual Montclair “Winter Classic” Texas Hold-em Tournament.

For fourteen years, this highly interactive, live, and lucrative tournament has been central to the Club’s charity efforts. The plan for March 2020 was to fund, a year early, our LCIF Model Club commitment.

Unfortunately, just days away from “shuffle up and deal,” Virginia shut down in response to the pandemic.

Using PayPal for worldwide sales, and with generous support from sponsors, the tournament was rehosted online at StockPokerOnline.com. The Montclair Lions and their guests safely enjoyed the excitement and rewards of a big- time tournament and netted $13,500. The $14,000 worth of prizes, included a 2021 nine-day cruise for two.

Following our example, we know of one club that is now looking to hold online BINGO using the same PayPal connection Montclair used for the poker event.

Service opportunities abound, even in this restricted environment. Food banks need donations. The National DEA Drug Take Back Day is scheduled for Saturday, October 24. (My presentation can be found on the Montclair website at montclairlions.org.) Highways and streets still need trash picked up, and many seniors still need help. Just let the desire and necessity to serve drive your invention.

Pictured Above: Montclair Lions 2020 “Winter Classic” Champion Netti Mobley (second from left) with Lion Sharon Diefendorf, Lion Lionel Ward and Lion Jim Cech.

Another Way to Raise Funds

T he Pin Traders Club of Virginia (PTCV) encourages clubs to issue commemorative pins celebrating Lions events. Opportunities include the Winter Classic 15th anniversary (pictured above), the charter of a

new Leo Club, club anniversaries, and participating in a PTCV pin series like the upcoming circus series. The sale of pins may not replace a major fundraiser, but funds raised could be designated to support one charitable effort, like LCIF, that might otherwise go unfunded. For more information and to register newly-issued pins, contact Lion Phil Sharpe, District 24-L Pin Trader lead, at philtrader @verizon.net.

L ion Patricia Quemina, from the Port of Spain Lions Club of Trinidad & Tobago, has been stranded in the

U.S. since March. Back home, she is involved in Lions youth programs and is seeking donations of new or used tablets, valued at $80 or less, for students. If the travel restrictions are on hold through November, she and her son Andrew will be attending our Fall Conference. Clubs and individuals can bring tablets to be donated, and they can be presented to her at the conference. She can be reached at 571-552-7912 or bigma1163@aol.com.

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Bailey’s Crossroads Host Lions Charities

VIRTUAL RAFFLE EXTRAORDINAIRE October 23, 2020

TICKET COST - $100

You may share (split) the cost of a ticket with one or more people!

PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW AND RETURN WITH A CHECK PAYABLE TO BAILEY’S CROSSROADS HOST LIONS CHARITIES.

Send checks to Lion Shirley Wilson, 6213 Settlers Trail Place, Gainesville, VA 20155.

TICKET(S) WILL BE MAILED TO YOU.

Name ___________________________________________________ Check ___________________

Address ____________________________________________________________________________

Phone___________________________ Email ____________________________________________

Will you attend the Virtual Raffle? ____ YES ____ NO If yes, we will send you an email with the time and login details.

Club News

The past six months have been most challenging more than ever before for each of us, staying inside and trying to keep safe, and assisting those less fortunate. As Bailey’s Lions, we have continued our provision of service to our community, District, state, country, and internationally, however, our major focus has, and continues to be, on our local community needs. COVID-19 has impacted our finances. We have cancelled our annual Shrimp Dinner, our raffle for two Nationals Presidential tickets, and Glory Days Dining for Dollars. We continue to support Hunger Free Bailey’s along with the Bailey’s Lions and Rotary Clubs, the Arlington Moose Lodge, and the Bailey’s Crossroads/Seven Corners Revitalization Corporation. Thus, our charity income has decreased greatly while our expenditures have increased. This makes our Raffle more important than ever.

“I have always had a problem with Board Meetings that are only open to Board Members. We have begun to change that

and now have Club Business Meetings.

We have been able to increase energy, creativity, project ideas, and

fundraising opportunities, using our members’ creative energies

and empowering them to lead and make positive changes in our service

and fundraising projects.”

Sharon Hart

Club News

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Woodbridge By Lion Andria Post Neighbors Helping Neighbors

H elping the community in times of a world-wide pandemic is a priority for all service and charitable organi-

zations, and we are no exception. We are trying to make a difference in Prince William County by supporting local food pantries. The Woodbridge Lions Club donated $5,000 to Action in Community Through Service (ACTS). The organization works with the Greater Prince William Food Rescue Pro- gram supporting more than 3,700 County families in need of food each week. They also sponsor 41 food distribution sites throughout the County. Pictured Right: At ACTS Corporate Headquarters in Dumfries, CEO Steve Liga (center) receives the check. With him are Club members Janice & John Wagner, Dee Pfeiffer, Pam Newberry (with Leo the Lion), Dennis Wyatt, and Bob Kahn.

Plowing Ahead

W e read last month’s article (page 5) by PID Harvey Whitley, General Chairman of the USA/Canada Leadership Experience and,

without a doubt, our Club understood his comments. He noted that “Life teaches us, that anytime we suffer a set-back or disappointment, we should put our heads down and plow ahead.” Well, we have adapted that philosophy and have taken it to heart as we continue to serve our community during this COVID-19 pandemic. Without disruption, we proceeded with weekly food deliveries to County shelters and food pantries. We participate in the Adopt a Spot program in conjunction with Virginia’s Department of Transportation’s street clean-up program, and we have resumed eyeglass recycling. Fundraisers continue with our recent, highly successful golf tournament and ongoing sales of shrimp, fresh from Georgia’s Atlantic coastline. We are also holding our winter coat drive and selling White House ornaments, and our $5,000 donation to ACTS (noted above) supports food pantries and the Children’s Homeless Shelter program by providing food and snacks every month. We are fortunate to be able to provide many uninterrupted services to meet the needs of those “we serve” throughout the community because “WE CARE!”

Eyeglass Recycling

T he Club continues to support recycling, hosted by the Manassas Park West Club supporting the Lions Eyeglass Recycling Center of North-

ern Virginia. For the past 20 years, our consummate lead for this effort is Lion Karl Tritchler, joined by a cadre of dedicated club volunteers, family members, local high school students garnering community service hours, and various Girl Scout troops, who created a newly-designed “scout patch.” We have recycling boxes in 32 locations within the County. Covid Restrictions & Social Time

A lways looking to mingle and get together, ensuring social distancing, President Pete Demeter successfully started a 30-minute

virtual social time prior to ZOOM Club meetings. It’s been a great success. Shaking hands and hugging can wait as we remain in touch vocally and visually while catching up. Spotlighting a Woodbridge Artist

Woodbridge sponsored about 40 members and friends in the annual VisionWalk held in several communities this past June and plans to be a sponsor next year, on May 1, 2021, at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC.

Guest Speaker Series

T he first of a planned series of guest speakers has begun. We were honored and extend thanks to Lion Davida Luehrs for joining us for our ZOOM meeting. She was inspirational and

passionate about the Foundation Fighting Blindness, whose mission is to raise awareness and fund research for the prevention, treatment, and cures for retinal degenerative diseases. We are proud to say that this year, our club donated $1,500 to this worthy cause.

O ur Club has an in-house self-taught artist, Lion Lynne Aleknavage, who

recently created a master Lions poster depicting activities and events we are involved with or sponsor.

She’s a member of the Prince William Art Society with previous exhibits at the Hylton Center for the Arts, Haymarket Medical Center, Clearbrook Center for the Arts Gallery at Tackett’s Mill in nearby Lake Ridge, and the Tall Oaks Community Center.

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Ready for Seafood?

T he Woodbridge Club is celebrating their 21st year and taking orders now for fresh shrimp, scallops, and oysters caught off Georgia’s Atlantic coast. Lion Phil Schrack treks southbound on Interstate 95 and acquires more than 300 pounds of freshly-caught seafood by mid-day

Thursday, travels home on Friday with his “Neptune catch,” and the Club weighs and bags the “catch” on Saturday, for afternoon delivery. By dinner time, we are waiting for the water to boil. The seafood feast that follows begins with a touch of Ole Bay seasoning! Orders need to be received by 12:00 noon on October 18 with delivery on October 24. To order, contact Lion Phil Schrack at pschrack@aol.com or 540-349-2735.

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In Memoriam

Weyers Cave Community Yard Sale

Sponsored by Weyers Cave Lions Club

Saturday October 17th 2020

Weyers Cave Community Center 8:00AM to 2:00PM

Space is $10 (Includes three 8 foot tables)

No crafters or food vendors. Yard sale only.

Contact: Sandy 540-908-8036

or Marie 703-402-0310

Food & Drinks available for sale. Rain or Shine

Clarke County Recycles

O ur newest service project is recycling glasses. Lions from across the Zone are

enjoying participating in this project with our members. We also have had students join us. They are not only getting volunteer service hours, they are making miracles happen for people who desperately need glasses. Come on over to the Eyeglass Recycling Center in Winchester. Spend a couple of hours helping us get more of the 7,000+ glasses, collected by Lions Recycle for Sight boxes, ready to go on medical and vision missions. Let’s work together to put these glasses onto the faces of those who will be able to read again — a miracle made possible by YOU!

The Clarke County Lions Club Eyeglass Recy-cling Center is located in the basement of a Church at 1336 Commerce Street in Winchester. Contact Lion Greg at 540-955-6229 or Lion Orville Dee at 571-344-3237 for hours.

Fredericksburg Host: We Served! By Lion Ken Lapin

A nd it was fun, meaningful, and rewarding. Lions

Shirley Eye, Wendell Anderson, Sally Cooney Anderson, Dan Sadtler, and I helped pack and distribute food at the Rappahannock Regional Food Bank on September 11 and also on September 25. Each Friday, we were able to provide food to about 150 families. Volunteers and staff were friendly and helpful, and the recipients were very grateful.

Club News

Ray Hornsby — Aquia Harbour Host Joe Junod — Spotsylvania Courthouse 100 Donna Knepp — Winchester Lioness Chester Nolf —Woodbridge Oscar Moreno — Basye Bryce Mountain Howard Yarris — Dahlgren

Michele Purton — Greater Falls Run Lion Michele was diagnosed last June with a brain tumor. A memorial fund will be established soon to benefit Michele's favorite charity, Canine Companions for Independence.

Clarke County Lions are also proud of our sandbox refurbishing at Lion Chet Hobert Park in Berryville. The late Past District Governor Chet

Hobert was a member of the Winchester Host Lions Club and later transferred to Clarke County. Thanks to Shenandoah Sand Company for graciously donating three tons of beautiful sparkling white sand to replenish the sandbox. Lion Greg Hart provided transportation of the sand to the park where Lions Sharon and Greg Hart and David Conrad, a past Bland Competition performer who later became a Bland Judge, helped spread the new sand.

Pictured: The replenished sand box was a big hit for junior excava-tors and construction engineers!

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Club News

Excerpts from the Summer Lion Magazine Lake of the Woods is supporting the science, technology, engi-neering, and math (STEM) bus, a mobile high-tech classroom, providing educational experiences to students throughout the Orange County, Virginia school system. Fairfax, Falls Church - Annandale, Burke, Springfield Global, Clifton, and Alexandria Asian-American, along with the Lions of Virginia Foundation, donated $19,525 to support Food For Others (FFO), providers of free emergency groceries in the NOVA region, distributing food each week to more than 4,000 families. The contribution helps kick-start FFO’s new mobile food pantry delivering emergency food to those unable to get to food distribution centers. Lake of the Woods (Lions and Lionesses) jointly maintain and operate the Wilderness Food Pantry for low-income residents. Due to the pandemic, they have added curbside delivery to patrons’ cars and have stepped up home delivery service for those without transportation.

In recognition of Earth Day 2020, Bayse-Bryce Mountain collected 95 large bags of trash from more than 10 miles of local roads. This is an annual initiative for the Club. The Virginia Lions Eye Institute Foundation presented 29 Scholarship Grants to recipients, totaling $78,000; $3,000 for each single recipient, and $1,500 for multiple recipients in the same family.

Marketplace

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“We are only as strong as

those we lead.”

Dr. Jung-Yul Choi International President

Marketplace

Christmas Will Be Here Before You Know It!

C lubs are now taking orders for 2020 commemorative White House ornaments to adorn and decorate trees and homes. This year’s ornament honors our 35th President, John F. Kennedy.

Supplies are limited so order early.

Clubs selling Ornaments:

Aquia Harbour Host

Bailey’s Crossroads

Fredericksburg Host

Greater Falls Run

Montclair

Woodbridge

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