District 19C Newsletter

Carl J. Freeland, District Governor

May 2004

	I have been trying to outline my thoughts for the last few days so that I don’t forget anything that I want to pass on to you. District Leadership Training: The training this year is better than ever. One of the big factors is that we are using the same presenters each time so that everyone hears and learns the same thing. We are also making CD’s of the training so that clubs can have a refresher course at a later time during the year.
Membership: I have been asking all year long for clubs to report any member drops on the 1^st of January or the 1^st of July so that the district has time to bring in new members to replace the ones we lose. But I am still seeing a lot of drops on the MMR’s, so I’m inclined to believe that we will end our year with a huge minus instead of a plus. On the brighter side, we have some fun times coming up! We’ll be visiting with lots of old friends in Yakima for the MD19 Annual Convention. Then a few weeks later we head off to Detroit, where we hope to connect with my twin Governor from France and some of our fellow DG’s from India. After seeing all these Lions friends, we will be home just long enough to wash clothes and repack our bags, then we’re off to Reno for the USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum. For those of you who haven’t registered for Reno, you can go on line to: http://usacanadalionsforum.org/onlineregistration.html. In between all this good fun you can join other Lions to march in parades around our District. Upcoming events include the Armed Forces Day parade in Bremerton, the Fathoms of Fun on June 26^th in Port Orchard, and Whaling Days in Silverdale on the last weekend of July. Also coming up are the Journey for Diabetes, Skookumchuck Bike Challenge, Rainier’s Bluegrass Festival, and Yelm’s Prairie Days. Plus our friends in Kent put on Cornucopia Days, which includes another parade for us to participate in. Come along with Frances and me and we’ll all have some great times together before my days as your District Governor come to an end. Let’s make Lions really visible around our District this summer. Good Visiting and Great Fun to all of you! Your District Governor Carl J. Freeland
		NOTE TO CABINET MEMBERS: There will be a short cabinet meeting at the District luncheon on Saturday, May 29^th, at the Annual Convention in Yakima.
		SKOOKUMCHUCK BIKE CHALLENGE Volunteers are still needed for the following: Motorcyclists to patrol the courses Monitors at street corners Bike maintenance & repair person Please call Bob Johnson, (253) 759-5601
“OPENING EYES” PROGRAM This year’s Special Olympics will be held at Fort Lewis on June 5^th & 6^th. Volunteers are still needed to help with the LCIF program “Opening Eyes”. Athletes are given eye exams and glasses are provided, in most cases, on the spot. This can be the first time some of these folks have seen clearly in years! Last year, 187 athletes were examined and 57 pairs of glasses and 23 pairs of sport goggles were dispensed. In addition, five participants were found to have significant eye problems and were given referrals to ophthalmologists for further treatment. Volunteers are still needed, both eye-care professionals and general helper Lions. If you can help out, please contact Dr. Erick Hartman at (253) 565-2020 or Lion Brenda Shaw at (253) 848-1587.		Passenger Wanted! PZC Frances Challender is driving to the Annual Convention in Yakima and is looking for some company. It’s much more fun to share the ride! Need a lift? Call Frances at (253) 884-3485.

		PZC/ZCE Rena Larson reports that less than half of our clubs have provided their updated membership lists and incoming officer information for the 2004-5 District 19C roster. Zone Chairpersons: Please help out by checking with each of your clubs to make sure the paperwork is completed. Also, advertising space is still available. Your ad can reach thousands of Lions as they thumb through their roster! Let them know about your club fund-raisers or advertise your business. Great Rates: $100 full-page ad $50 half-page ad $25 business card ad Contact: ZCE Rena Larson 56603 383^rd Ave Ct E Ashford, WA 98304 or e-mail to lionrenal@juno.com DEADLINE: June 1^st
OFFICER TRAINING – May 22^nd Need directions? From I-5, take Exit 104 (Hwy 101), then first exit ramp and turn right onto Cooper Point Rd. Take next right onto Evergreen Park Dr, then left onto Lakeridge Dr. The Thurston County Courthouse complex & parking is on the right (just before the hill), and Building 2 is the one to your right. Look for a helpful Lion who will direct you to Room 129.
Farewell to Lion Earle Berger Lion Earle Berger, an active member of the Tacoma Downtown Lions Club, lost his fight with cancer on April 27^th. He was a 50-year member of his club, and also belonged to the Tacoma Elks Lodge, the American Legion and the Eagles. A celebration of his life was held May 5^th. Donations may be made to the Tacoma Downtown Lions Club for their sight program. Lion Earle will be greatly missed.		COVINGTON LIONS CLUB COMEBACK C-3 ZC Joey Gomes reports that this club is roaring back into action after having been placed on “Status Quo” earlier this year. That’s great news!!
UPCOMING EVENTS BATTLE OF THE BREAKFASTS Zone C-4 is the place to be if you’re hungry for pancakes! Bremerton Central Lions Club May 15th (Armed Forces Day) 7:00 – 10:00 am Downtown Bremerton on 4th Street Adults: $5 Ages 5-11: $2 Under 5: Free Pancakes, eggs, and sausages Plus the popular oatmeal bar! Info: Lion Joan Dingfield (360) 373-1971 Poulsbo Lions Club May 15 & 16 (Viking Fest) 7:00 am – 1:00 pm Poulsbo Armory on Jensen Way Adults: $7 Ages 6-12: $4 Under 6: Free All You Can Eat Pancakes Eggs, Sausage, and Beverages Info: PCC Dick Risley (360) 779-3684 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * BUT THERE’S ONLY ONE POTATO BAKE Tacoma Southeast Lions Club Sunday, May 16th 1:00 – 5:00 pm VFW Hall, 2000 S Union, Tacoma Adults: $7 Ages 5-8: $4 Under 5: Free Includes Baked Potatoes with all the fixins’, Ham, Salad, Roll, Beverage Plus Strawberry Shortcake for Dessert Raffle and Door Prize, too! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Lacey Sunrise Lions Club Relay for Life Fishing Derby Saturday, May 15th Age 13 & under: $5 Age 14 & over: $10 Long Lake in Lacey Info: Andrew Barkis (360) 413-0789 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Tacoma Southeast Lions Club "GIANT GARAGE SALE" June 12th and 13th 9:00 am – 5:00 pm 3715 South Alaska St (Beryl Braunteiner Residence) Bargains Galore!!		150 YEARS OF SERVICE 50th TRI-CLUB CHARTER ANNIVERSARY LAKEWOOD FIRST LIONS FEDERAL WAY LIONS TACOMA SOUTHEAST LIONS Dear Friends, Our Lions Clubs, chartered in 1954, have each given 50 years of community service. Please join us in a celebration of longevity and comradeship as Lions serving our communities. The special event will be held on Saturday, August 14, at the LaQuinta Inn and Conference Center in Tacoma (Portland Avenue exit #134 from I-5 North and #135 from I-5 South). There will be a no host bar at 6:00 pm, followed by dinner at 7:00 pm. Choice of entrée: Prime Rib or Chicken Oscar (special dietary menu available if requested in advance). Dinner price is $35 per person or $60 per couple. Seating is limited -- early response is recommended. V. Lane Rawlins, president of Washington State University, will deliver our key-note address. More fun will follow with lively entertainment and special awards. For reservations, contact Lion Robert Allen. Make checks out to Tri-Club Anniversary Committee. Mail to: Lion Robert W. Allen 50th Anniversary Committee 6921 Topaz Drive SW Lakewood, WA 98498 We're sure you will not want to miss this milestone event for a memorable time and a recommitment to our motto "We Serve". Frank Pearce, Chairman 253-840-3533
		ZONE SOCIALS – Sat. June 5^th
		Zones C-2 & C-6 Picnic in the Park 11am - 2pm Wilkowski Park, Rainier Food! Games! Fun! $3/person $10/family Bring your family and a dessert if you'd like	Zone C-3 BBQ at ZC Joey's 2 pm until ... 12404 52nd St E Edgerwood, WA 98372 Meat main dish provided; bring a side dish to share.
SCHEDULE OF DISTRICT EVENTS
		BORDER CROSSING The spring issue of the Border Crossing is sent out to every Lion in MD-19. It includes lots of convention information and an order form for the 2004-2005 MD-19 roster. It also contains many informative articles that showcase the various activities Lions are involved in throughout the Multiple District. If you enjoyed reading this issue, why not send in for a subscription to get the news six times a year?
Lions Under the Big Top MD19 Annual Convention May 27 - 29, 2004 Yakima, WA
	Seminars Tours Entertainment Contests & Awards District Luncheon, DG Reception & Awards Presentations General Sessions full of information Zone Chairperson-Elect Classes VDGE & ZCE Installation *Don’t forget your Delegate Voting Certificates!* Convention Registration Form is in the March/April issue of the Border Crossing or at www.lionsmd19.org/bulletin/feb04/regform.pdf. Registrations due May 13th