May 2013 Gagewood Lions 17801 W. Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 email: info@gagewoodlions.org Website: http://www.gagewoodlions.org Lions Serve President: Lion Mary Reading 1 st Vice President: Open Secretary: Lion Carroll Flood Lion Joycelyn McCann Treasurer: Lion Bob Gunning Lion Tamer: Lion Troy Smith Tail Twister: Lion Perry Howard 1 year Director: Lion Ray Salata (Membership) Lion Linda Salata (Editor) 2 year Director: Lion Martin Reading, Zone Chairman Lion Pat Herman Dear Gagewood Lions Club Members, Lion Marty and I are on our way to Rockford for the State of Illinois Convention. We have been told there will be 9 resolutions presented. We will attend the caucus, consider the information provided to us and vote for what will be best for our club, the district, the state and Lions Club International. This coming Monday night all club members in good standing will have the opportunity to cast their vote for the proposed playground project. As this Lions year winds down be sure to RSVP for our installation dinner. Member meals are covered in their dues. Please be prepared to pay for your guest. Before you know it, it will be time to plan our budget meeting and prepare for the Lake County Fair, Gurnee Days and our Pig Roast. So bring your calendars to the next few meetings. With time planning and preparation we can do amazing things!! WE SERVE!! Looking forward to seeing all of you Monday evening! Yours in Lionism, Lion Mary Reading Club President Past President: Lion Harold Flood Lifetime: Lion John McCann
Gagewood Lions Page 2 2013 May 20 June 8 June 10 June 24 General Business Meeting 7:00 p.m. at the Lion s Den Carp Fishing Derby at Willow Point Park, Wildwood 9:00 a.m.-noon Installation Banquet 6:00 Social - 7:00 Dinner Bodega Grill & Wine Lounge, 750 Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee (see flyer on page 6) General Business Meeting 7:00 p.m. at the Lion s Den Don t forget to visit our website for updates: gagewoodlions.org Gagewood s newest Lion, Lee Piekarz, being installed by Zone Chair Lion Marty Reading with sponsor Lion Bob Bauer
Gagewood Lions Page 3 Wildwood Presbyterian Church Food Pantry The first Saturday morning of every month, the Wildwood Presbyterian Church food pantry distributes food to Warren and Avon Township residents in need. The Gagewood Lions were on hand to help sort and distribute food. Thanks to all who came out and helped! Future Lion Lindsey Flood Lions Linda Salata, Lee Piekarz, John McCann, Pat Herman, Ray Salata, Mark LeBlanc, Joycelyn McCann, Carroll Flood, Troy Smith Lions Pat Herman and Troy Smith Lion Harold Flood
Gagewood Lions Page 4 PADS Twice a year the Gagewood Lions donate dinner to the PADS site at the Wildwood Presbyterian Church. Our famous brats, burgers and hot dogs were on the menu along with potato salad, jello, baked beans and desserts. Thanks to Lions Carroll and Pat for organizing this event and thanks to all who were able to come and help. Lions Lee Piekarz, Carroll Flood, Pat Herman, Mary Reading, Troy Smith, Bob Bauer and Marty Reading Lions Bob Bauer and Harold Flood Lion Lee Piekarz
Gagewood Lions Page 5 ExtraCare Luncheon The Wildwood Presbyterian Church sponsors a program called ExtraCare for those dealing with Alzheimer s disease. The goal is to enrich the lives of these people by providing opportunities for social, physical, mental and creative activities. They provide activities during the day which gives their full time caregivers a much needed break. Twice a year, the Gagewood Lions have been providing a special lunch for all those involved. They look forward to a hot lunch and social hour. Thanks to Lions, Carroll, Pat and Linda for organizing the lunch. Thanks to Lion Harold too for setting up tables! Lion Pat Herman Lion Carroll Flood Lions Carroll, Linda, Pat
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Gagewood Lions Page 7 Gagewood Lions Club Agenda for General Meeting Monday, May 20, 2013 Call to order Pledge Secretary s Report: Lion Carroll Treasurer s Report: Communications: Committee Reports: Sight and Sound Lion Vic State Convention: Delegates Lion Mary & Lion Marty, Alt. Lion Joycelyn Scholarship Presentation Lion Harold PADS Lion Carroll & Lion Pat Wrap up report Spring Lunch for Alzheimer s Lion Carroll & Lion Linda Wrap up report Awards Installation Banquet Lion Pat Other reports/ Items for discussion Old Business: Wildwood Park Dist Request for playground equipment New Business: Tail Twister: Adjournment Upcoming events Next business Meeting Monday, June 24 th, Installation Banquet Mon., June 10th Lions in attendance: