Sheppie's Pride - August 2015 Edition

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District 410-C Club Bulletin Award 2013/2014

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September 2015 3rd : Ladies Meeting - Den 10th : Directors Meeting Den 18th-20th : Annual Lions Leadership Retreat - Camp Anerley 17th : Projects Meeting - Den 24th : Club Meeting - Den 29th : Lions Bingo - Den October 2015 1st : Ladies Meeting - Den 8th : Directors Meeting - Den 15th : Projects Meeting - Den 22nd : Club Meeting - Den 31st : Lions Bingo - Den Birthdays : September : 1st : Rob Bing 1st : Elsie Mc Killen 4th : Dale Mc Garry 4th : Carol Holmes October : 1st : Martin Rundle 5th : Jean Masson 9th : Andre Beneke 13th : Jeff Smith 18th : Estelle O’Neill 21st : Mike Rodda 22nd : Gary Vogt 22nd : Bondi Horsley 28th : Antoinette Stoppel 28th : Joey Van Niekerk 29th : Pete Stoppel 29th : Anna Compion

e have had a busy August Month after the Show and it seems that it hasn't slowed down after then.

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Madeleine Gouws is commended at the way she organises this and thanks also to our very own Lion Ladies for the great meals provided.

District Governor Willie has been in hospital and we have good news today that he is back home - we wish him a speedy recovery. We look forward to seeing him at the Mid Year Conference in Ladysmith in November.

Lion Kevin and I attended a Lunch at Raj Mahabeer's house. His efforts were being recognised by Radio Lotus with a Show called “Full House”. The broadcast was from his kitchen and also in a small marquee. Not sure if I was fortunate or not, but was interviewed on Radio Lotus.

Three of the longest and hardest questions I have ever faced. Great experience for me and I will never forget it.

The Appreciation Dinner for the Show sponsors and VIP's went off well and thanks to Michael Frey and the ladies for the amazing meal provided.

Paid a visit to Margate Round table and handed over a cheque for R5000.

Incoming Council Chairman Denis and I attended their meeting and I personally learnt a lot from them. A week later raided the Sheppie Round Table and also handed over a cheque for R5000. We also recovered Melvin the Lion who now has his rightful place at the top Table.

Immediate Past President Alistair and a team of Lions and Lion Ladies, did an amazing job at the EAA Fly in at Margate Airport, providing meals for the conference. The exposure for Lions was great and all leftover food went to Reinhardt's Place.

When I feel that the world has dealt me a cruel blow, I think of the men and women who participate in our annual Blind Bowlers Competition. This was again held recently for the 34th time and each time after my recent involvement, I am amazed at the positive and competitive spirit that these persons constantly have.

We now look forward to the ECL Camp and thanks to all who have already done so much for this.

Have a great Spring.

Jeff Smith Club President

Hi Jeff, On Behalf of the Rotary Club of Port Shepstone may I congratulate the Lions for putting on, in our opinion, the best ever Lions Show.

It was so professionally presented that it not only reflected well on your organisation but it also put Port Shepstone and the Country Club on the map of good places to be.

We appreciate, as a fellow Service Club, that what we saw was only the tip of the iceberg and that the planning and organising of such an event must have been colossal and it all came together so well.

We are proud of you and wish you continued success going forward.

Kind Regards, Jim Docherty President, Rotary Club of Port Shepstone

Courtesy : PDG Liz Houston (Tableview LC : 410-A)

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ort Shepstone Lions once again hosted the National Association of Blind Bowlers Tournament. The event was held at the Riverside Sports Club in Uvongo during the weekend of 15 and 16 August.

A number of blind bowlers travelled down to the South Coast to participate in this annual tournament which that play against a Uvongo Bowling Club team.

Blind bowlers in action

Port Shepstone Lions have been involved with the NABB National Association of Blind Bowlers (KZN Region) since 1981.

The annual weekend tournament means a great deal to the blind bowlers and for the past 34 years the Port Shepstone Lions have organised the competition and secured sponsorship for travel, meals and accommodation.

Apart from the games, the weekend includes accommodation and meals. The Port Shepstone Lion Ladies also provided and served dinner on the Saturday evening.

The Uvongo bowlers ended up winning the tournament however they were challenged by their counterparts to a game of bowls at midnight during load-shedding!

Club President Jeff Smith addressing the gathering

Live entertainment by Craig Lewis

The Club most grateful to event organiser Madeleine Gouws who, on behalf of the Lions, organised the event as well as several sponsorships. Madeleine has very kindly decided to continue where her father, the late Lion Hans Wagenaar left off.

The Club is also indebted to their main sponsor, National Braiding Industries as well as all other sponsors who made generous donations towards this very successful annual project.

Uvongo Bowlers

Lion Ladies Betty Bing & Debbie Marshall dishing up soup

Guests enjoying some fellowship

Lion members cue up to serve their guests

Lion Lady Bondi Horsley serving the guests

Would like to express our sincere appreciation To the following companies, organisations and individuals who contributed towards the success of this project Blind Bowlers Harvey World Travel Shelly Beach Hibiscus Rotary Anns Illovo Sugar Jan Smith Key Computers National Braiding Industries

Petterson & Pandaram Attorneys Riverside Bowling Club Spec-Savers - Port Shepstone Standard Bank - Port Shepstone UBM

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ort Shepstone Lions hosted a 2015 South Coast Lions Show appreciation dinner at their clubhouse in Umtentweni on Friday 31st July.

Various sponsors and helpers as well as the press were invited to attend. Guests were addressed by Club President Jeff Smith who paid tribute to Show Convener Lion Jean Masson and his committee for the tremendous success of the project. During his address, Show Convener, Lion Jean Masson informed all present that, thanks to generous sponsorships and the overwhelming support by the public, the profits raised for charity were significant.

Show Convener Jean Masson He went on to thank all sponsors, The Port Club President Jeff Smith addressing the gathering addressing the gathering Shepstone Country Club, Tourism South Coast, all exhibitors, show entertainers, Lions, helpers and the general public for their support of the project which w a s arguably one of the best in the event's 30 y e a r history.

John & Denise Graham, Petro Malherbe and Anita Hulley

Lencel Celliers, Jeff Smith, Desiree Du Toit and Bev Celliers

Deborah Ludick, Raymond Hummel, Natalie Milton and Nadine Hummel

Leon Reeders, Pete Stoppel, Richard Borradaile, Barry Van Der Veen, Cilla Lindsay and Kelvin Hulley

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uring the weekend of 8/9 August, Port Shepstone Lions catered for the Experimental Aircraft Association Convention held at Margate Airport. Master chefs cooking up a storm (left) are Lions Hilton Horsley, Peter Mc Killen and George Legget. All proceeds were deposited into the club’s charity account and the left over food was donated to the residents of Reinhardt’s Place in Pumula who were very appreciative of this kind gesture.

Residents are grateful for the food donation

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n appreciation of their assistance behind the pub at the 2015 South Coast Lions Show, Port Shepstone Lions decided to donate an amount of R5000-00 to the Margate 46 Round Table. Lion President Jeff Smith and Lion Denis Meyer visited the Margate Table meeting during August as their guests and thoroughly enjoyed the proceedings, this despite the ongoing interruptions from their raiding Sheppie Table counterparts! After the meeting Lion President Jeff officially handed over the cheque to Margate Round Table Chairman Jaco Venter (photo right).

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Sheppie Tablers and Lions present at the Port Shepstone Round Table clubhouse in Umtentweni

ort Shepstone Lions raided their Round Table neighbours en masse directly after the club’s directors meeting on Thursday 10th September.

The raid coincided with Margate Round Table’s raid to their Sheppie counterparts. Excellent fellowship and fun was enjoyed by all present. Lion President Jeff Smith also used the opportunity to present Port Shepstone Round Table Chairman Etienne Du Plessis with a cheque for R5000-00 in appreciation for all their assistance during the 2015 South Coast Lions Show.

Port Shepstone Round Table Chairman Etienne Du Plessis receiving a cheque from Port Shepstone Lions President Jeff Smith

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3 leaders - Margate Round Table Chairman Jaco Venter, Port Shepstone Lion President Jeff Smith and Port Shepstone Round Table Chairman Etienne Du Plessis

eteran Lion and octogenarian Mike Rodda is finally home after spending over a month in hospital where he underwent hip replacement surgery. Lion Mike is seen left enjoying a luncheon with friends and family at their home, My Den Bed and Breakfast in Oslo Beach.

The club’s Board of Directors have decided to change Lion Mike’s membership status to “affiliate” owing to the fact that it is difficult for him to attend meetings. Lion Mike remains a very special member of the club’s family.

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he August Lions’ Bingo session was very well attended. Members once again fetched most of the participants from their places of residence and together with the Sheppie Lion Ladies, fed and nourished the guests. Lion Hilton Horsley did the honours in calling out the numbers, very ably assisted by club mascot, “King” lion. For the record, no money changes hands during these bingo sessions. Winners get to choose a chocolate or packet of biscuits, all of which are paid for by the club’s charity account.

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Clayton and Mervin Curnow with Birthday girl Inika Curnow

Kim & Gary Rolfe

ion Lady Inika Curnow celebrated her 40th birthday at a “surprise” birthday bash held at their home in Umtentweni. Husband, Lion Clayton quickly learned that keeping any surprise from a Polish woman is virtually impossible! Several Sheppie Lions and Ladies attended this most enjoyable celebration.

Sandy Danckwerts & Roger Richard Borradaile, Jane Massey, Mervin Curnow Alastair Warman and Clayton Curnow Ireland

Gayle Wallis & Denis Meyer

Marcia & Dale Mc Garry

Antoinette & DJ Pete Stoppel

Gary Baker & Minette Snyman

President : Jeff Smith Imm.Past President : Alastair Warman Service Projects : Kevin Ross Fundraising : Jean Masson House : Martin Rundle Secretary : George Leggett Treasurer : Richard Borradaile Membership : Alastair Warman Bar Manager : Brian Eva Lions Alert : Charles Wallis Lion Tamer : Ralph Gallagher Tailtwister : Barry Van Der Veen Director : Gary Vogt Director : Mike Marshall Director : Nico De Jong Lion Ladies President : Anita Hulley Lion Ladies Secretary : Audrey Leggett Lion Ladies Treasurer : Jane Massey Club PRO and Newsletter Editor : CCE Denis Meyer email : pro@sheppielions.co.za

During the Multiple District 410 Council of Governors meeting held during August in Cape Town, Council Chairman Elect Denis Meyer used the opportunity to present an appreciation plaque to Past Council Chairman Cliff Hocking who is also the Chairman of 93.8 Mix FM Radio in Midrand. The plaque was presented on behalf of the Port Shepstone Lions Club in recognition of the station’s superb promotion of the 2015 South Coast Lions’ Show.

Web Site : www.sheppielions.co.za Club Facebook Page : https://www.facebook.com/PortShepst oneLionsClub Club Postal Address : P O Box 458 Umtentweni4235 Club Street Address : Lions’ Den Ambleside Road, Umtentweni

Lions Multiple District 410 Council of Governors meeting group photo taken outside the meeting venue - the Mowbray Golf Club in Cape Town. Port Shepstone Lion, Council Chairman Elect Denis Meyer attended the meeting together with 1st Vice District Governor and North Durban Lion Kim Van Wyk.

Wannabe singers Ralph and Charles need to seriously consider sticking to their day jobs!