Illinois Lion & Leo - Monthly e-Magazine for Lions and Leos of MD1 State of Illinois.

MD1 e-Magazine (Full) Vol. 10 - Issue 1, July 2022

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MD1 Concil Chair Speaks: anton173@comcast.net

Md-1 Lions and Leos, Welcome to the new Lions Year.

I am extremely honored to have been elected as the Council Chair for the 2022-2023 Lions Year. I am so very excited to serve the MD-1 Lions and I can’t wait to get started.

I want to sincerely thank the Council of Governors for electing me to this position. My job as Council Chair is to help them to achieve the goals that they have identified. I take this position very seriously and will do whatever it takes. I look forward to working

with all of you this year. You are a group of very dedicated Governors who want to serve their District and State.

I would like to offer my thanks to CC John Barsanti for his service to my Council. Additionally, I would like to thank the outgoing Council who I had the pleasure of serving with last year. I wish you all nothing but the best as you pursue different avenues in the wonderful world of Lionism. Some of you, have accepted Chairman positions and I look forward to working with you this year. A big thank you to all incoming State Committee chairs, for taking the initiative to serve.

For those of you who do not know me, let me introduce myself. I have been a Lion since 2010 and a proud member of the Orland Park Lions Club (District 1-A), which has been around for over 58 years. I am also the Service Chairman for the club this year.

Hopefully, we have navigated our way around the pandemic and can move forward the way we used to, but not take everything for

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granted. We seem to be living in different world from a couple years ago.

I have been asked by some Lions what my goals are as CC? Frankly, I have 3 goals. 1. To communicate, communicate & communicate with everyone. 2. Have fun, that always make the work easier. 3. Work with the FVDG & SVDG’s to acclimate them to the MD-1 state experience.

I am also a big supporter of the open-door policy. Please feel free to let me know your ideas and your concerns.

The COG will continue to work closely with the GMA to grow membership. Which is the number 1 issue in the state. Watch for more information from the COG and GMA team as they formulate their plans for this important initiative.

I have included the dates and locations for this year’s Council Meetings. All are welcome to attend.

2nd Council Meeting – September

9-10, 2022 Embassy Suites East Peoria, IL 3rd Council Meeting – December 23, 2022 – President Abraham Lincoln Hotel, Springfield, IL 4th Council Meeting – February 3-4, 2023 – Holiday Inn, East Peoria, IL 5th Council Meeting – May 17-21, 2023 President Abraham Lincoln Hotel, Springfield , IL Don’t forget on Friday night of the Council Meetings, there will be a Hospitality Room for fellowship hosted by the Council of Governors.

And so, our adventure begins…. into the new Lions year. Get ready and buckle up for challenges that this Council will turn into achievements.

Thank you for all you do for your communities.

The Council of Governors are ready, are you?????

Council Chair Gail Anton --------------------------------------

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From IPID Bob Block:

was part of the directors that had a three-year term.

Thank You ……

For the opportunity to serve as an International Director from MD1 - Illinois on the International Level of the Lions Clubs Association. What an experience!!

Hello and thank you for this memorable journey. Lion Brenda and I have had a wonderful experience as an International Director. It is something that we will never forget and be thankful to the Lions of Illinois for a long time.

It is your confidence and support you have shown to allow us to be on this two or now three-year journey.

As a Director, you are to have a two year term, but due to the pandemic I was honored to have that third year. This happened due to the cancellation of the convention and a nonvoting year for new officers. I

Over the three years, we have had several trips, flew over 125,000 air miles, attended numerous district & state conventions/conferences and yes more than I can count, participated in an abundance of “Zoom” meetings. We have visited 40 plus states in our country.

Unfortunately, because of travel restrictions, we were not able to travel outside of the United States.

So, we lost some of that experience as a Director.

Regardless, we still had a great time.

It was exciting to visit other districts and share their ideas and projects they have and are doing in their community. I found that we all have the same problems of membership and leadership. It was interesting to see how they were handling it in their own way. Some had good ideas and methods while others could use some more guidance that I was able to offer during my visit.

Being a director, has given us the full experience of being a LION. When talking about membership,

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we talked about the friendship that is made through being a Lion, not only in our club, district or state, but worldwide. We found that wherever our travels took us, the Lions were there to greet us with open arms.

Meeting and celebrating their success were a warm and refreshing experience. Yes, this was the best part of the job.

As we move forward, Brenda and I are looking forward to coming home and getting involved with the Lions of MD1. I hope that soon, we have the opportunity to share those

thoughts and ideas on the growth of leadership and membership. And, to see how we can apply some of the good ideas here in Illinois.

Thank you once again for this great and humbling opportunity…..

Lion Bob and Lion Brenda International Director 2019-2022 615 205th Pl, Dyer, IN 46311 219-671-0287

"Service from the Heart"

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A Message from the MD1 GMT

GMT State Coordinator Greetings Lions of MD1!

First of all, I want to thank the 2022-2023 Council of Governors for this opportunity to serve. I also

want to acknowledge my excitement of serving with my other GAT Team members, PDG Joni McMillian, MD1 GST and IPDG Lori Chassee, MD1 GLT. These are two excellent and devoted Lions.

I have a quick story I’d like to share.

I received a phone call the other day from a district’s Lion leader. It wasn’t good news. A longstanding club was basically imploding. Members walking away and resigning, members transferring to other clubs, lots of angry and hurt people. I am sure some of you have heard of or been involved in a similar situation at

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some point in your Lion journey.

The issue you ask? Well, in this case some of new members came in with new ideas for service and fundraising. In order to do some of these things that dirty word, CHANGE, would have to occur.

Some of the established members who had served long and hard objected. Disagreement and frustration ruled.

As I reflected on this, I asked myself how could this have been avoided?

The club was getting new members, but they didn’t feel valued. What could have been done to honor all members desire to serve? Is there anything club leadership could have done differently? Are there processes in place for new members to become involved, share their passions, and be an asset to the club and their community? How should a club integrate their new members? I think these are questions many clubs need to discuss. Perhaps the new member induction process needs to be modified. Maybe there needs to be a process for checking new member satisfaction. The bottom line is we are losing more Lions

than we are gaining.

This membership decline can be reversed, but it is going to take some effort from the club level up.

The tools and people are in place to help, we just need to devote ourselves to the work. More hands can mean more service, new, different, and needed service for our communities. There will be opportunities provided for Lions across MD1 for planning, sharing, and gaining knowledge and skills to help build our clubs, our leaders, and our service. Please consider what time and effort you can give.

I have always considered going to institutes, forums, and other meetings just another form of service and an opportunity to serve better as a Lion.

As we go into this new Lions year, I have so many things I am passionate about and so many good things I want to happen for all our Lions. I hope you will join me and your fellow Lions on this journey toward our future in MD1.

Thank you for all you do.

PDG Deb Greaney MD1 GMT --------------------------------------

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The Council of Governors 2022-23 have an opening for the International Convention Chairperson. If you are interested please send your resume to SST Mary Pemberton sst@illinoislionsmd1.org no later than August 22, 2022.

All applicants will be contacted after the deadline to set up an interview.

INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CHAIRPERSON RESPONSIBILITIES Since a prime task of this Committee is to encourage meaningful participation at the International Convention by the Lions of Illinois, the Committee Chairperson will coordinate activities within the State toward this goal. Sub-Committee Chairpersons for specific duties, may be appointed by the Council of Governors, if deemed necessary.

The Committee Chairperson will be familiar with the purpose and goals of the International Convention and of the Convention Schedule of Events. The Committee, under the direction of the Chairperson and in conjunction with the State SecretaryTreasurer, shall arrange and plan for all Illinois activities, which may include: 1) Hospitality room 2) Registration of Illinois Lions 3) Set up and sale of Lions of Illinois official trading pins in a suitable area at the Illinois headquarters hotel with the understanding that no Sub-District or club pin or activity sales to be permitted in this area 4) Illinois reception 5) International parade 6) Illinois-Hawaiian luncheon 7) Floats and uniform 8) Transportation All of the above, of course, are subject to the approval of the Council of Governors.

During the International Convention, the Committee Chairperson will correlate and actively supervise all aspects of the Illinois Lions activities.

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GLOBAL LEADERSHIP TEAM

by Lion Larry McGuire, PDG (larry.mcguire4@gmail.com)

Past GLT State Coordinator This month I will discuss and encourage your participation in our REGIONAL LIONS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE. It will held be August 12 -14, 2022 at the East Peoria Holiday Inn & Suites.

“How much will it cost me?” you ask.

Your only expenses are your travel to and from the RLLI. Your lodging, your meals, your manuals are all paid for through LCI and Lions of Illinois. If you choose to open the beverages and snacks in your room, they are at your

expense. Your spouse or partner is allowed to stay in your room at no extra cost to you or to us. There is much to do and see in the Peoria area. Shopping, biking, hiking, etc.

“So, what is this RLLI thingy?” you ask.

The RLLI will help DEVELOP YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILL. By participating in your leadership development institute, you will: Build confidence Become inspired Lions Take on leadership roles.

Be a prepared Lion Be interested in leadership positions at the district level The courses contain fundamental leadership topics, including: Public Speaking Conflict Management Goal Setting Diversity Teamwork LCIF And more Again, you ask, “How do I get to the fantastic institute?”

The application process is simple, ask your district governor to submit your name to me (larry.mcguire4@gmail.com) or to

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Lion Lori Chassee leadership. Governors, here is your (lion.loric@gmail.com) as soon as chance to get trained, ready ,and possible. District Governors, you willing leaders in your district. know your up-and-coming leaders Who can attend? or potential leaders. Ask these Lions Any Lion that has not attained to attend. Remember, it is FREE! governorship can attend. Lions Lion Lori and I need names NOW! Clubs believes that if you are a How many can attend? governor, you should be a leader by I would think 100 attendees are now. enough.

Time is of the essence. As the old Last yar we had a total of 19 TV ads used to say, “Operators are attendees. The bulk of the attendees standing by.” But in this instance, came from Districts 1-A and 1-J. our email boxes and phones are Yes, that’s where most of our Illinois awaiting your call.

Lions reside. However, population I have included Lion Lori in this has nothing to do with missive because when the new attending/participating. Our two governors are officially seated, she smallest districts had zero will be you MD-1 GLT Coordinator. attendees. These two districts are in I have chosen to attain the dire need of good and learned esteemed title of POL -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Campaign 100: Thank You to All, We Exceeded our Goal!

Having spent some years in the publication business the one major headache for any writer is “lead time”. The time from when an article is written until it reaches the reader. Even in our high-tech society it still exists.

That brings us to my dilemma as we wind down Campaign 100.

This must be written with a few open days for contributions to hopefully flood into the Lions Clubs International Foundation fund.

So, without any hope of giving you numbers for MD1, Illinois we will spend this time in gratitude. I know the numbers are great, and we will have those later.

So, let’s tell the real story.

Lions helping people. When we began, the objective was to reach a point where LCIF can help two billion people. That is like a hug and handshake to so many folks that need assistance.

As we worked towards that objective the world-wide need continued to grow in all areas of Lions help. Plus, we added an insidious virus that needed funds.

Maybe like six million. Also added to the list was the plight of Ukrainian refugees. Close to two million has been granted to help there, across Europe.

Illinois has stepped to the plate in many ways thanks to all of you Lions, who reached out with a dollar, five dollars or obviously, so much more.

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The story was told by the many District Coordinators who served over the four years. Some the entire time, others as they could. We had several Multiple District Coordinators.

To ALL, we give a huge THANK YOU, for serving, giving,

and caring and reaching our goal of $300,000,000 to $324,687,263!

Campaign 100 is concluded, but LCIF will continue to need support. We will be sharing good news soon, but needs will continue.

Look to hear from your coordinators, and God Bless You All. -PDG Ed Carter

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February 18, 1995 in Champaign.

Survivors include: his wife Martha, two sons, Andy (Alyssa) Harpst of Mahomet and Chris (Sarah) Harpst of Seymour :

Lynn "Tom" Harpst, 79 died at 3:16 am on June 18, 2022 at OSF Heart of Mary in Urbana.

The visitation will be from 4:00 7:00 pm on June 21 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church (501 W. State St.) in Mahomet.

The funeral service will be at 10:00 am Wednesday June 22 at the church, with the Rev. Fr. Joe Hogan Officiating.

Burial will take place at Danville National Cemetery in Danville IL. Veteran's burial rites will be accorded by both the Patriot Gurd Riders and Danville American Legion Post #210.

Tom was born on September 18, 1942 in Monroe, WI. a son of john of John and Eileen (Shea) Harpst.

He married Martha McCree on

Stepchildren, Connie (Cam) Bierman of Austin, TX. Randy (Shirley) Eggemeyer of Matthew, MO. and Mark (Lorie) Eggemeyer of Weldon: eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren: one sister, Tara (Ken) Nichols of Mahomet.

He was preceded in death by hi brother, John.

Tom Graduated from Champaign High School in 1960 and work the majority of his adult life as a state highway worker, earning retirement in 2002.

Tom believed in community service and was active with the Mahomet Lions Club, American Legion and Patriot Riders.

He also served with the Cornbelt Department for 32 years.

Tom was a proud veteran and joined the Navy in 1960, Serving for

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3 years, 2 months, and 1 day on LST 1170.

Hospital or to Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Chruch.

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You! Yes, you.

You are invited to attend the next Regional Lions Leadership Institute. Contact your district governor for more details.

But you must act soon.

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recognized and honored Lion Les Morris celebrating 55 years as a Club member.

Gagewood Lions Gagewood starts the ball rolling for club donations to the Lions of Illinois Foundation hearing and vision bus. We would like to encourage all clubs to join this worthy project.

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Little Fort Lions Club, Waukegan

President Russ, read out a letter from International President Douglas X. Alexander commemorating Les on this achievement with a '55 years Chevron Pin'. Les was also endorsed by lF IPDG Lion Tom Lippert who thanked him for his years of service and sent him his best wishes.

Les is a second generation Lion joining Lions in 1967, and later forming Little Fort Lions club in 1973 serving our community in many ways. Les spoke to us about his love for this Lions club and for the work that Lions do throughout the world. He enjoyed working on many fundraising events including frying burgers at the Lakefront festival, Scoop-the-Loop, Bingo, the Red Garrison Award, Klondike Derby, Soapbox Derby and Pinewood Derby.

When traveling through the States he would look up where and when other clubs were meeting and n the spirit of Lionism he would often join

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them in fellowship and has made new friends around the country.

Schaumburg-Hoffman Lions Club

Estates

All in all Les is a model Lion and has dedicated his life to the service of others. We are very fortunate to have him in our club.

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Lions attended the Annual Lions Quint Club Meeting on May 3rd.

Lions enjoyed catching up with the Mount Prospect Lions Club, Elk Grove Village Lions Club, Prospect Heights Lions Club and special thanks to Arlington Heights Lions Club for hosting this year.

The live entertainment after dinner

by Wize Guys was great!

Last weekend some of Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates Lions Club members served a Creole style dinner for guests of PADS of Elgin, Inc. PADS provides safe shelter, comprehensive case management and advocacy to homeless men, women and families in northern Kane County and Hanover and Dundee Townships.

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If you are interested in volunteering with us in the future feel free to message us for more details to get involved.

Next PADS meal serving is July 31, 2022.

Senior Saturday: Lions served Tacos to seniors of the The Barn Senior Center.

The food was catered by Pancho’s Taqueria and the menu included steak tacos, with rice and beans.

Volunteers are usually needed from 10:45am – 12:00pm. If you would be interested in helping for a future Senior Saturday, please let Lion Jo Anne know by email or text/call 847-791-3806.

At the Sycamore Lions Meeting on May 25th District 1J Governor Lori Chassee installed the 2022-2023 Officers and Board. Pictured from left are Lions John Polichnowski, Kevin Brint, Ed Kuhn, Incoming President Pete Springmire, Brian Bickner, Ken Hirschbein, Chuck Bergsmith, Outgoing President Joe Woodward, Secretary Jerome Perez, vice Presidents Rob Dancy & Kathleen Weisser, Governor Lori Chassee. Missing from photo are Lions Vice President Kim Halsey, Treasurer Russ Sloniker, Jerry & Barb Schultz.

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Next Senior Social Saturday is August 4, 2022.

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The 2000-2001 Council of Governors met for a reunion at the beautiful and spacious home of PCC Steve Ferguson and his wife, Kathy.

The reunion began at 11:00 AM with a meet and reacquaint, followed by lunch. PCC Steve’s home is located on the shore of Lake Sara, near Effingham. PCC Steve took the attendees on a cruise of the lake in his pontoon boat. Upon return to the shore, snacks and beverages awaited the group.

More reminiscing took place followed by a potluck dinner. After that meal stories were told, of which some might even have been true. Certain circumstances prevented 1-D PDG Lawrence Bruckner, 1-F PDG Patterson Meuth, 1-G John Thien, and 1-H PDG Tom Martin from attending. The council mourns the passing of 1- L PDG Loren and Pauline Boatman, 1-B PDG Marc Krakar, and 1-CN PDG Robert Healy.

The council has lost contact with 1K PDG Margaret Wooden. In the photo are L>R: 1st row: 1-J PDG Dave Stryker and hostess Kathy Ferguson. 2nd row: Mary Stryker, 1-CS PDG Larry McGuire, Lion Ann McGuire, and PCC Steve Ferguson.

3rd row: MaryAnn and 1-A PDG/PID

Dan O’Reilly.

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7 years ago Justin Hoving and his Grandfather, Sycamore Lion, Joe Woodward formed “Justin and Papa’s Golf Ball Rescue”. The idea being that they could go in and around the local golf course and find lost balls that they could clean, sort and sell. Justin, who wears corrective lenses knew that the Sycamore Lions Club provide eyeglasses for people who might go without due to their financial position. Justin wanted to give any monies earned to the Lions to provide glasses for those in need. In the years since formed Justin and

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Papa’s Golf Ball Rescue has received donations from and sold golf balls to many who have heard of his plan.

At a recent Sycamore Lions meeting, Justin presented a check to the club for $548 bringing the total contributions to $6,961 over the past 7 years.

When asked 7 years ago what his goal was, Justin said he would like to be able to donate $1000 for glasses. Now 7 years later one can see that he has made that goal, not once but, nearly per year.

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The Genoa Lions would like to report that the Club hosted 4 sessions of Bingo during Genoa Days and would like to thank the Community for supporting our efforts. The Genoa Lions were assisted by both of their scholarship winners, namely, Molly Hansen on Wednesday and Ben Younker, Ben called almost 30 games on Saturday. Thank you to both scholars for their cheerful assistance in volunteering. Special thanks to Beth Fowler Dance School for lighting our Bingo area and gratitude to Mark Carlson of State Farm Insurance, his generous donation helped underwrite the club expenses for this booth.

The following Lions were Bingo Callers, Lions Gene Bradford, Bob Becker, Rene’ VanDerHeyden and

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Scholar Ben Younker.

George Meckel, Todd Merritt, Brent Lions Merritt and Baker acted as O’Daniell, Dale Pelley, Ron Sheahan, treasurers and wrangled the Mike Ross, Jim Sanford, and Jarred number of cards played each game.

Zekoff.

The following Lions collected fees Pictured: Bingo caller Lion Rene’ and paid out winners: Lions: Paul VanDerHeyden with 2022 Genoa Bafia, Jeff Baker, Gini Baker, Bob Days Queen Mackenzie Engel on Becker, Aric Coleman, James Dreska, June 9 th at Genoa Days Bing by the Mike Dreska, Hector Feliciano, Josh Genoa Lions.

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To celebrate the end of school year, Hinckley Lions Club sponsored Hot Dog Day for elementary school children.

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Malta Lion Debe makes a mixed bouquet for Rose Day, an

important moneymaker for the club.

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recipient of the club’s college scholarship at Indian Creek School District awards ceremony. Receiving the award is Amelia Konen.

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brilliant active young adults with bright futures ahead of them. The students did a wonderful job in presenting themselves to the Lions.

We were AMAZED! (l to r) Dominic Patrick Wagner, Nora Schlacks, Jordan Faith Karesh, and Jason Czaplewski (Not Pictured) John Luke Naam & John Powell.

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Waterman Lions Club President Shawn Blobaum announces the

Sandwich Lion PDG Ed Carter was presented a Presidential Medal, the second highest award to be awarded by Lions Clubs International, at the Illinois State Lions Convention in Springfield on May 20-22 for his work with LCIF’s Campaign 100. (l to r) International Director Lion Bob Block from Illinois and PDG Lion Ed Carter.

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Shabbona Lion Barb Bend is the

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recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellowship, the highest honor a Lions Club member can receive. She joins Lions Wayne Davey (l) and Tom Melton (r) as the currentlyliving Melvin Jones recipients in the club.

--------------------------------------Award from Governor-Elect Lion Jim Kiser. Lion Craig has been a member of the Somonauk Lions Club since 2005 and is known as "the guy who gets things done."

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MD-1 Council Chair John Barsanti presented the Melvin Jones award to fellow club member, Roselle Lion Toni Hoarle. Congratulations, Lion Toni; the club appreciates everything that you do!

--------------------------------------Somonauk Lion Craig Klenzman receives the George Lazansky

The “key players” in Westmont Lions Club’s Red, White & BBQ event over Memorial Day weekend posed briefly for a pic: (l to r) Pres.

Lion Bob Fleck, Event Chair Lion Dan Buczkowski, Lions Ron Gunter, John Karesh, and Rick Martin.

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At the Annual Indian Valley Vocation Center Awards Night, Sandwich Lions Club President Sharon Wallis presented Bruam De Abra, IVVC, and Plano High School student, with the John Kedzierski Memorial Scholarship. It is awarded to a student who has distinguished themselves in the Auto Technology Program at IVVC. ---------------------------------------

Roselle Lions Club completed a service project recently by collecting items for Camp Lions of Illinois.

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Bowling Chair Lion Patty Worden presents Wheaton Lion Jeff Schuler with the Governor’s Basket.

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Bowling Chair Lion Patty Worden presents Elburn Lion Stacy Groesch with the 50/50 Raffle winnings of $430.00.

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2022-2023 Durand Lions Club officers The Durand Lions club recently Certificates of Appreciation held our Installation of Officers. presented by PDG Delp went to Lion PDG Richard Delp and his wife Deb Ben Clay and Lion Kathy Rothermel. were our guests.

PDG Richard Delp presenting Certificates of Appreciation to Lions Ben Clay and Kathy Rothermel Awards Perfect Attendance Awards were presented by PID Russ Sarver

PID Russ Sarver presenting Melvin Jones Fellow to out-going President Patti Dini Melvin Jones Fellow – PID Russ Sarver presented out-going President Patti Dini with a Melvin Jones Fellow plaque and pin for her

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past two years outstanding job as President of our Club.

4th of July Five year old Avarie Anderson was chosen as Miss Liberty and five-year old Dante DiMarco was chose as Master Firecracker. They will ride in the parade on July 4th.

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eyeglasses and hearing aids, send vision-impaired students to Camp Lions, amd provide vision screenings through the Lions of IL Foundation. (l to r) McHenry Lions Judy Kowalski and Gene Smith.

--------------------------------------To start the District 1J Bowling Tournament, it was District Governor Lion Lori Chassee (l) and

District Governor-Elect Lion Jim Kiser (r) -- “Game On!” --------------------------------------McHenry Lions Club launched its 2nd Annual Meat Raffle fundraiser on June 1st. Winners will receive gift cards from Angello’s Fresh Market in McHenry. The drawing will take place on July 16th at the Art and Street Fair Fiesta Days. Proceeds will provide funds to purchase

Celebrating its 100th anniversary

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year, Aurora Noon Lions Club made its debut appearance in Aurora's Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 30. Lions Club Pres. Lion Arvid Meyer (r) and member Tom Muth (l) led 10 Lions on the parade route through downtown Aurora.

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Sycamore Lion President Joe Woodward spent an evening in early April at a social event for hearing-impaired students. While there, he presented a check to the Northern Illinois Association to help fund their activities for sight and hearing-impaired students.

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$2,500 each. (l to r) Lion Pam Perrott, Leonel Lazaro Zamudio and Lion Carolyn Williford with check presentation at the Jacobs High School Lab. ---------------------------------------

receiving his Melvin Jones Fellowship Award (still in the box!). (l to r) Lions Bill Moore, Jerry Glogoski, and Pres. Lion Renee Hofer.

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Another Algonquin Lion received a Melvin Jones Fellowship Award (still in the box!) (l to r) Lion Bill Moore, Lion Vince Daniello, and Club Pres. Lion Renee Hofer.

--------------------------------------Algonquin Lions Club inducted a new member, Lion Mary Granado, with Sponsor Lion Carolyn Williford.

Lion Bill Moore also inducted new

Lion Year President Lion Pam Perrott.

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Sandwich Lions Club participated in the Lions of Illinois Foundation

Tootsie Pop Days. Over $1,300 was raised for sight and hearing projects, both locally and through the LIF. Lion Bill Moebs was the top collector for the two days.

--------------------------------------Sycamore Lions Club awarded a Melvin Jones Fellowship, Lions Clubs International Foundation’s highest award, to Lion Chuck

Bergsmith. He is a Past President of the club and a “go-to person.” (l to r) Lion Jerome Perez, Past District Governor & current Club Secretary, Judy Bergsmith, MJF Lion Chuck Bergsmith, and District Governor Lori Chassee.

--------------------------------------Athens Lions Club presented scholarships to three seniors of Athens Community High School on Seniors Night.

The 2022 recipients of the Robert E Henning Memorial Scholarship are Faith Sitton and Madison Purchis.

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cub's scholarship winner Maria Hernandez and her sister Vanessa.

The Cobden Lions Club congratulates their scholarship winner, Maria Hernandez.

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The 2022 recipient of the Leo Club Member Scholarship is Ruby Poe. The Lions have a scholarship raffle each year to raise funds for the scholarships. Community Service is a very important factor in selecting scholarship winners. This is a continuation of the Lions keeping with our motto of “WE SERVE”.

Recipients pictured: (L to R) Ruby Poe, Faith Sitton and Madison Purchis.

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Cobden Lions Club President Gene Dammerman is shown with the

The Bolingbrook Lions Club of 1BK hosted their annual Carnival with the American Cancer Society. It was

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held over the Memorial Day weekend.

Lion Don Appleton chaired the event.

There were 40 volunteers which consisted of Lions and Non-Lions.

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Cleveland Scrappers, Minnesota Millers, San Antonio Jets, Chicago Comets, Bayou City Heat, Indy Edge, Indy Thunder.

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Bolingbrook Lions Secretary Sandy De Vos receives her District 100% Secretary Certificate to acknowledge her efforts in reporting both monthly reports and service activities. Presenting the certificate is PCC Joe Vinyard.

--------------------------------------The Bolingbrook Lions held their 21st Annual Beep Baseball Tournament on Saturday & Sunday, June 11th & 12th.

The eight teams that participated were the Austin Blackhawks,

Lion and non-Lion volunteers helped serve the hot dog lunch.

Volunteer Lions from Morris and Streator were on hand to serve.

--------------------------------------The Gibson City Lions of 1-BK turned 100 years young on April 22, 2022. A formal dinner celebration was held June 11th with special guest International Director Justin Faber.

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President’s Presidential Award in recognition of his participation in the clean-up efforts.

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ID Justin helped in presenting the District Foundation Fellow honor to Gibson Lion Jim Hood. Lion Jim and his hardware store were instrumental in the large clean-up activities following the flooding that occurred last fall.

The District honored Lion Jim for his compassion in assisting his neighbors in their time of need.

District Governor Shelia presented Lion Jim with the International

The Joliet Noon Lions have over 20 eyeglass collection boxes around the city. Members of the Noon Lions help collect from the boxes and every item winds up in the home of Lions Bobbi and PDG John Joseph Honiotes for sorting. The sorted items are then delivered to the State Foundation in Dekalb.

September 2021 was the last trip made to drop off the recycled items.

This current delivery will include: 2,491 pairs of eyeglasses (sorted by wire or plastic), 85 hearing aids, 30 ink cartridges, 4 cell phones, 13.89 pounds of keys, and 4.2 pounds of pull tabs.

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At the Streator Hardscrabble officer installation dinner, PID Bud Wahl presented the Lions of Illinois Foundation Fellowship to Park Presbyterian Church for their support of the Free Lunch program each month. Lion Karyn Dzurison, Deacon of the church, accepted.

Streator Hardscrabble Lions President, Patty Ferguson presents John Mulvaney, Executive Director of Streator Unlimited, a check for $1250 to support services provided to adults with disabilities. Streator Unlimited, Inc. is committed to enriching the lives of adults with disabilities by teaching skills that will enable them to reach their fullest potential, live as independently as possible, and become integrated into the community.

Streator Hardscrabble Lion Ben Hiltabrand received the Melvin Jones Fellowship.

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Clubs International Convention which held in Montreal, Canada.

The Towanda Lions Club of 1-BK served free snow cones to all the students, faculty and play-day volunteers at Towanda Elementary School.

Pictured are (l to r) Denny Redick, Bob King, Steve Shipley, Jerry Bersche and Mike Potts.

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Highest number of members from Chicago Filippino American Lions Club who attended 104th Lions

Waterman Lions Club receives a check for $4,385 from DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership as the club’s share of funds donated during Give DeKalb County. Shown here are, from left, Lion Leonard Johnson, Christine Johnson representing the Partnership, Lions Suzanne Sedlacek, Sarah Radtke, Richard Smith, Jocelyn Blobaum and Russ Smith.

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There were 60 Parade participants and over 3,000 spectators.

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Bartlett Lions installed two new members on June 22, 2022 L to R: Secretary/Zone Chair Lion Joanne Watson, President/Zone Chair Lion Andy Watson, Sponsor Leslie Andrle, new member Pam Szatkowski, Sponsor Lion Roy Engstron, new member Joan Kelley, District Governor Lion Lori Chassee, Incoming President Lion Tony Sparacino.

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Bartlett Lions held their annual Bartlett Parade on July 3, 2022.

Bartlett Lions Club installed their new officers on June 22, 2022 at a Banquet which was held at Bartlett Hills Golf and Country Club.

L to R seated: Director Lion Val Proce, Director Lion Cheryl Lemvig, Secretary/Membership Chair Lion Joanne Watson, 2nd VP Lion Lee Beattie 2nd row L to R: Director Lion Dave Barry, Tail Twister Lion Ken Kusch, 3rd VP Lion Randy Zbasnik, Lion Tamer Lion Jimmy Bell, 1st VP Lion Dan Palmer, Incoming President Lion Tony Sparacino, Out going President Lion Andy Watson 3rd Row l to Right: Directors Lion

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Dave Wetherton, Lion John Sias, Lion Steve Litchfield, Lion Rob Rusche.

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Bartlett Lions Club presented Lion Cheryl Lemvig with a Melvin Jones Fellow L to R: Lion Cheryl Lemvig, Lion Jack Holmes, Lion Ken Kusch.

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Because to accomplish big things, we all need to roll up our sleeves and do our part. And together, we can make our communities—and the world—a better place for all people.

Achieving Great Things Together President Sheehan’s programs and initiatives will focus on four key priorities for Lions International that are critical to our mission of service.

Sharing the joy of being a Lion Supporting our global foundation, LCIF Thinking bigger when we serve Advocating for local and global causes

Together We Can! Each of us can do so much good on our own, but Together We Can make the impossible, possible.

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Courtesey: Lions Clubs International Web.

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First MD1 Council of Governors’ Meeting Held in Montreal, Canada

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