Compassion - Opportunity Volunteer

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1 PUBLICATION BY AND FOR THE MEMBERS OF SPANAWAY PARKLAND LIONS CLUB Chartered June 1, 1995 Volume XXII Issue 8 Editor: Debora Burks Feb 2018 Compassion - Opportunity Volunteer Much has happened recently. Members made visitations to other Lions Club to talk about our upcoming Bowling Classic. A good opportunity for new members to see the workings of the clubs visited and to meet and talk with the members. We are currently receiving bowling registrations, - Especially from new folks with interest in bowling. We began again volunteering at LERC. Several members to include new members got their hands wet while getting trained. Members are strongly encouraged to attend the C5 Zone meeting on 4Feb2018, 8AM, Orting Club. Lion Keith has been diligently working on the 501c (3) status for the club. Lion Keith Foley advised the club that both American Legion Post #2 and Spanapark Lions Club donated a total of 1,026 pairs of socks for American Lake Veterans for Christmas. Thank you TEAM. Lion Ann got our Website on line. Link can be found on our Facebook, Spanapark Lions Club. We have currently several applications for hearing aids and eyeglasses being processed. We want to welcome Lion George C. Quenga Jr., Bank Manager, Wells Fargo Bank, Spanaway and Lion Chris W. Anthony, Federal Civil Service Employee as new members. Congratulations on being inducted on 16January 2018, Lions: George Quenga, Chris Anthony, Arleen Zack, Darrel Streets, George Hollis, Vera Parks and Shilo Hansen. Last month's article was about seeking greatness, being great and being the best. There are full of opportunities for us out there to exercise compassion; that compels us to lead and volunteer. I can say that I don't see frothiness, in our being members in one of the best lions club; part of the best non-profit organization worldwide, Lions Club International - LCI. There is serious content purpose in what we are striving to achieve. (continue on page 2) 1

2 (continued from page 1) I still remember and go back to reflect on my first article as President - July It is important to remember and I quote in part: "I believe that our coming year success will be measured based on our Integrity, Communication, Commitment, Compassion and Courage. I see Integrity the corner stone and the remaining four (4) C s of the foundation, as we start to rebuild our club". And we have been doing just fine. We have and are still rebuilding - beyond. My article to commence the start of my second year as President - July 2017, I spoke of club officers being RECYCLED for another year and still serving. The recycling can be burdensome when others are not moving up. Stagnation is not good, especially when we are steadily growing. There are exceptions. I spoke of members raising their hands and putting their names in the hat. The time for that is near. Not too long ago we talked about the - should of, would of and could of. The opportunities that were within our grasp but we let them slip away. Were we regretful? Did we even realize that it ever happened? Or even cared? Some just go "Poof!!! - Never again to reappear. There are the worst regrets and the good regrets. The worst regrets may never give us another opportunity - maybe gone forever. The good regrets are those that may come around again; some faster than others. Are you a gambler? Will you wait until next time? One needs to take it when it comes. We have members that are involved volunteering in different capacities in the community, i.e. American Red Cross, Boys Scouts of American, Food Bank, Senior Meal Site and others. Serving as an Officer and being on the Board is volunteering. We need members in leadership roles to move our club forward with growth and SERVICE. We need members to continue on committees and chair a project. As the old saying goes and has been heard in the night, crying out, "We need new blood". What is your color? Where is your heart? Soon the time will come when we will show our true color(s) Remember: "Everyone has a part to play and Everybody plays their part". Author: Wolodymyr Chyr 2

3 Our most important fundraiser is just around the corner. The Bowling Classic is on Sunday, March 18th. We have some work to do to be ready. Please ask for donations from your friends and from those services you use. Do you get your hair cut? Ask the person or the owner for a gift certificate for a free haircut or some product for a basket. Do you get your oil changed? Ask if they would give you a gift certificate for a free oil change. Do you eat at a restaurant? Ask the manager for a gift certificate for a free dinner or lunch. Do you have friends or know any associates? Ask if they want to have fun and support Lions by coming to our Bowling Classic. Explain to them that this is our big fundraiser and tell them what we do. Share with them that we provide glasses, hearing aids, food and basic needs to families and individuals in our community that can t do it on their own. Tell your friends and family it is important to pre-register and it is $25.00 for adults and $15.00 for kids under 12. For that they will receive a goody bag, bowling shoes, a raffle ticket and 3 hours of fun. They might win a great door prize. Additionally, there will be a silent auction with Seahawks memorabilia and baskets of cool stuff. There will be a dessert auction and they will have an opportunity to get one of those delicious desserts. Tell them that 23 beautiful princesses will bowl with us. They are friendly and fun. This is the time to procure and get bowlers. Do you have Questions? Ask Lion Don Becker at Grow beyond your comfort zone and be great! Lion Debora Burks 3

4 Questions: Contact Lion Don Becker, (253)

5 SPANAPARK LIONS CLUB PO BOX 401 SPANAWAY, WA The SPANAPARK LIONS CLUB is proud to present their Twenty First Annual Benefit Bowling Classic on Sunday March 18, 2018 at Pacific Lanes in Tacoma. We are seeking donations to be used as auction items and to be awarded as door prizes to the participants. This event will benefit the community by allowing our Lions Club to continue providing eye care and hearing care for those less fortunate. We also help with basic needs such as food and clothing. We support Veterans reintegrating back into society and a variety of community projects. Your contribution will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your generous contribution. Business or Person s Name: Address: Contribution: Value: Chairmen Lion Don Becker (253) Business or Person s Name: Address: Contribution: Value: 5

6 Flowers for the Daffodil Court were provided by: The Lady Bug Florist (253) theladybugflorist.biz *Spanapark Lions Club proudly presents the 21 st Benefit Bowling Classic* Sunday, March 18, 2018 at **Pacific Lanes** 7012 D St Tacoma, Washington Featuring the Daffodil Royal Court Check in Starts at 11:00 Bowling Starts at 12:00 Noon No new entries after 11:30 AM $25.00/Person (prepaid) this includes shoes $15.00/kids 12 and under $30.00/Person (at the door) Nine pin no tap Silent Auction Dessert Auction Many door prizes, donated by local merchants, will also be raffled off. Look at SPANAPARK FACEBOOK page to see updated auction items. There will be a live auction. We will have a credit card machine for charged items. Fill out registration below and send with check made payable to: Spanapark Lions Club P.O. Box 401 Spanaway, Washington For Additional information, call Lion Don Becker NAME: ADDRESS: Home phone: Day phone: Kids under 12 Yes how many *Proceeds will go to the many community and world projects sponsored by Spanapark Lions Club. 6

7 Lion George Hollis Born in Charlotte, NC. Served 12 years in the U.S. Army as a Telecommunications Specialist. A father of three amazing adult children who currently resides in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. A professional mobile DJ for over 25 years. Own his own company, GOTTA DANCE PRODUCTIONS. Other than serving the community as a Lion, he is involved in his church and donates time and funds to local schools. Hobbies include reading, listening to music and long walks (indoor or outdoor). His personal mantra is: Above all things, Love must be the thread that ties us all together. 7 (Lion Debora Burks)

8 ELECTIONS Without fail every year in February we start the process for the election of Officers. An will be going out in the first week of February The Slate of Officer Positions open for NOMINATION for the coming Lions year ( ) are: (1) President, (2) Vice President, (3) Secretary, (4) Treasurer, (5) Membership, (6) Lion Tamer, (7) Tail Twister, and (8) 2-year Directors. Seriously consider yourself for nomination. That includes our newest members. Familiarize yourself with the duties.. In our previous newsletters we covered Courage. Well here is an opportunity to be the Best. You will never know unless you give it a try. You will get plenty of help to steer you on the right path. More information and discussion will follow at upcoming meetings and s. Spanapark Lions Club Current Board of Directors: President Lion Wally Chyr Vice President Lion John Thurber Secretary Lion Linda Youngquist Treasurer Lion Keith Foley Membership Lion Wally Chyr Lion Tamer Lion John Thurber Tail Twister Lion Don Becker (Co-Chair) Lion Rose Becker 1-year Director Lion Debora Burks 2-year Director Lion Jim Wagner 2-year Director Lion Sahara Chea Note: 2-year Directors automatically become 1-year Directors Nominations for are now open. The following expressed interest: President: Lion Don Becker Vice Pres: Lion Ann Fowler Secretary: No interest expressed yet Treasurer: No interest expressed yet Membership: Lion Wally Chyr Lion Tamer: Lion Chris Fowler Tail Twister: Lion Rose Becker 2 year Director: Lion Arleen Zack 2 year Director: Lion John Thurber 1 year Director: Lion Jim Wagner 1 year Director: Sahara Chea If anyone wants to run for any office contact the Nominating Committee: President Wally Chyr wchyr@hotmail.com- (C) Secretary Linda Youngquist lindayoungquist@comcast.net-(c) Tail Twister Don Becker liondonbecker@msn.com (H) Director Debora Burks debburks2018@hotmail.com (C) Open Position for : Bulletin/Newsletter Editor. If you are interested contact the current editor, Lion Debora Burks by text or . 8

9 Lions: Chris Anthony, Vera Parks, Arleen Zack, George Hollis, and Darrel Streets PZC Rose Becker, PP Don Becker and Lion George Quenga 9

10 LEADERSHIP TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES Lions Club President, Thu, Feb 1, :00 PM - 8:00 PM PST please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or Smartphone. You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (646) Access Code: First GoToMeeting? Let's do a quick system check: Ethics in Lionism, Mon, Feb 5, :00 PM - 6:00 PM PST please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or Smartphone. You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) Access Code: First GoToMeeting? Let's do a quick system check: Club Treasurer, Thu, Feb 22, :00 PM - 8:00 PM PST please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or Smartphone. You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (786) Access Code: First GoToMeeting? Let's do a quick system check: Direct questions to Al Hedstrom at LionAl@Hedstrom.ws 10

11 6 Spanapark Lions made a trip to LERC on January 27, PZC Rose and PP Lion Don Becker were return members to LERC. For the first time were: Lion Chris Anthony, Lion John Thurber, Lion Jim Wagner, and Lion Arleen Zack. We put in about Twenty One hours of volunteer hours. PZC Rose Becker and PP Lion Don Becker worked the Lensomiter. It was a real eye opener on how many glasses you go through to get one good pair. Every one said they had a good time and are ready to go back. Lion Don Becker 11

12 February Visitation: C-5 Zone Meeting Orting 8:00 am Feb 4th Tacoma Downtown Denny's 6th Ave 5:30 PM Feb 8th C-3 Zone Meeting to be announced Feb 12 Tacoma SE Elmer's 6:30 PM Feb 14th DuPont AM 7:30 AM Feb 21st Spanaway Denny's 204th Mt Hwy 7:00 PM Feb 27th January February 2018 March Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 Groundhog 3 Int l Peace Poster Day contest winners notified (LCI) Lion Wesley Hough 4 Super Bowl Lion John Francis 5 Lion Don Becker 6 7 Spanapark Lions Regular Meeting 6:30 pm Spanapark Lions Board Meeting 6:30 pm Lion Ann Fowler 14 Valentine's Day Lion Christopher Byrd Presidents Day Int'l. Mother Language Spanapark Lions Regular Meeting 6:30 pm International Mother Language Day has been celebrated every year since February 2000 to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. The UN theme last year for the International Mother Language day was Towards Sustainable Futures through Multilingual Education. 12

13 February March 2018 April Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Eye Donor Awareness Month Spanapark Lions Regular Meeting 6:30 pm 11 Daylight Saving Begins Spanapark Lions Board Meeting 6:30 pm Spring Begins Spanapark Lions Regular Meeting 6:30 pm Lion George Quenga 7 8 Int'l. Women's Day Saint Patrick's Day World Tuberculosis Day Good Friday The Spanapark Lions club opened NOMINATIONS for NEW OFFICERS on February 2nd, 2018 Nominations will remain open until the end of our regular meeting on Tuesday March 20th, 2018 Nominations will be sought and collected by the "Nominations Committee". Eligible members in good standing can submit their own names or that of another member for any office in any of the following ways to any of the nominations committee members on or before March 20th, In person 2. By 3. By Phone 4. From the Floor at the Nominations meeting on March 20th, 2018 Members Nominated from the Floor on the day of Nominations must be present to accept or decline the nomination in order to be valid

14 Editorial Policy: Members of Spanapark Lions Club are encouraged to submit articles, poems, jokes and pictures which they believe will be beneficial to our community. While the effort is made to not publish anything which might be offensive to anyone, we seek to make access available to everyone. Spanapark Sentinel is published by and for the members of Spanapark Lions Club. The Spanapark Sentinel editor is Lion Debora Burks. Submission deadline is the 20 th of the month. Early submission is appreciated. SPANAPARK LIONS CLUB MEETING LOCATION American Legion Hall Post # Park Ave South, Tacoma, WA st and 3 rd Tuesday of each month. At 6:30 PM COME 14 JOIN US!