April 2015
District 14-W
Newsletter
Dear Lions and Leos,
What a good Convention weekend! I think we all enjoyed
getting to know our guests, ID Jack Epperson and Lion
Mary. ID Jack is funny, interesting, and entertaining and Lion Mary fit right in like we’ve known her for a long time. I
hope you got a chance to hear an interesting story about ID
Jack’s family history, his grandfather created one of my favorite childhood memories - the popsicle! Wow!
It was a rare pleasure to have our PIP Joe with us for the
Saturday Night’s Banquet. He had literally just returned
from his convention scouting duties!
It was my pleasure to honor these dedicated Lions at Saturday’s banquet: Lion Steve Brezna, PA Counsellors Award,
1VDG/DG Elect Rich Kilvitis received a PA Fellow, IPDG Andy
Piskel received a Progressive Melvin Jones, and PIP Joe has 60 years of service as a Lion!
I want to thank the Lions who worked on the planning and those that worked for the convention weekend. There were some minor glitches but all involved rose to the occasion and found
a way to resolve them and move forward.
It is nice that we can continue to have a full slate of officers. Thank you to 1VDG/DG Elect Rich
Kilvitis, 2VDG/1 VDG Elect Mark Mizenko, and 2VDG Elect Dr. William McLaughlin for stepping
up to guide and lead the District forward. They have shown us this weekend that they are up to
the challenge and will also bring fun and fellowship to W. No one will forget the Friday night fun
event and the two disco dudes that showed up!
All PU101s need to be reported to 1VDG/DG Elect Rich, your Zones and LCI. This information is
needed so that the 1VDG/DG Elect Rich can prepare his directory. Another important reason for
recording PU101s online is so that LCI can send mailings to the right officers and that dues
statements are mailed to the correct person.
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Although I always try to stay upbeat and encouraging, I must comment on the convention weekend and participation. In the report at the business meeting, it was reported that there was a total of 92 registrations for Friday and Saturday. Really?!? There are 750 plus Lions in District 14W!
I know that Twin Boro had their annual fish fry on Friday night and some clubs had Easter festivities in their communities on Saturday. I’m sure some people had work or prior family commitments but what about the major portion of the remaining Lions that weren’t registered? There
were 37 delegates and 4 alternates certified to vote on Saturday but where were the rest of the
Lions that did not vote? This is YOUR District. Each one of you has to put some effort into keeping
it Going and Growing. Please get behind these good men who stepped up. They deserve your respect and your support.
W is a great District with a lot of good people dedicated to helping their communities. We impressed ID Jack with some of our ideas and projects and raised some interesting questions. We
need everyone to work on building this District. There is still three months to go in the Lions year.
There is still time to recruit new members and retain the members that you have. There is also
time to start new clubs, to roll up your sleeves and help W keep Going and Growing.
I hope everyone had a joyous and family-filled Easter and Passover.
God bless the Lions of 14W.
See you around the District.
DG Mimi
DG Mimi Tosh
570-817-4847 e-mail: [email protected]
District Governor’s Schedule
April 2015
APRIL
Tuesday
Tuesday
14 Hanover Twp.
28 Wilkes Barre
Membership Growth Awards
Ask One in October and be Recognized!
What a district it could be !!!!
Lions that sponsor a new member in April receive the Silver Membership Growth Award.
Lions that sponsor a new member in both October and April will receive both the Silver
and Gold Membership Growth Awards. To be eligible for the awards, your club must report the new members between April 1, 2015 and midnight April 30, 2015.
A number of clubs have accepted and followed through on the Challenge by Dupont to
bring in five new members. Several clubs have inducted three or more new members.
There may be more clubs out there who are hanging on the fence.
Take the initiative, Ask One!
PDG Chris Kalmanowicz, GMT
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1st Vice District Governor
Hello Lions and Friends,
March was our Convention month this year. If you
missed it , you really did miss a good time. There is always
the business side which is required and while being fruitful
also provided some good laughs and heartfelt feelings that
we will remember for a long time. ID Jack Epperson and
Governor Mimi had a lot of good information that our Lions
need to know.
The JLW Club knocked it out of the park with their blanket activities in the morning. I congratulate them on a job well done. I think there is a lot of future cabinet and state committee members
in that club. What do you think Darlene and Charlotte?
Friday’s night activities featured two of the best Disco Dancers from the 80’s.
Your future governors Rich and Mark. But girls don’t swoon too hard we are married. And how
could we forget the DISCO DUCK? Great job Diane!!!
Now down to business. Do not forget elections for club officers. I am asking that each club
submit their PU101s by April 15th to LCI. Please send a copy to Mark Mizenko, Dr. Bill McLaughlin,
and myself. Please make sure all information is correct. This is how LCI and our district communicates with you.
Finally , I encourage all of you that have not taken a Leadership role in your club to step forward. Move out of that comfort zone and breathe new life into your club. It will also help you in
your career to become more outward at work. Do not worry about failing your club and others will
not let that happen.
Happy Easter to all,
1VDG/DGE Rich Kilvitis
Richard Kilvitis
570-457-5633
[email protected]
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2nd Vice District Governor
Greetings Fellow Lions!
If you didn’t attend the convention, you missed soooo
much! A Great dinner Friday night celebrated club Presidents
and Secretaries. Lions Tom and Tom took us back in time to
the disco days, but some of us got stuck in the time machine I
think!
On Saturday morning, ID Jack Epperson spoke and answered questions while many Lions helped the JLW Club in
making blankets for the NICU at Geisinger.
The Necrology Service is always very touching. Lions Father Martin and Marina led a
beautiful service for our Lions who have passed.
The business session gave you the opportunity to vote in incoming district leaders:
namely DGE Rich, 1VDGE mark and 2VDGE Doc (Bill). This is something the district
hasn’t filled in a few years. But we need to fill MANY more positions throughout the District. Zone chairs, GMT and GLT leaders, committees for Leader Dog, diabetes, hearing,
environment, and so many more. So if one tickles your fancy, give t a try. If DGE Rich
calls and asks you to take one of these positions, Give it a Try!
ID Jack and his wife, Lion Mary were our special guests for the Saturday evening
banquet. Lion Jack came out from behind the microphone to speak to us as he walked
around the tables, to speak about the 2015-2016 Lions theme “Dignity, Harmony, Humanity”, and the Centennial Service Challenge. In fact, ID Jack got his first look at a 4
diamond banner patch that was presented to the Dupont Lions Club. Great Job, Lions!
BTW, it’s easy to start earning the Centennial Service Challenge banner patch for your
club. Does your club volunteer at the soup kitchen? Or VA Hospital? Have you collected
eye glasses for the needy? You are on your way! If you have any questions about how
to accomplish this, please ask DG Mimi, DGE Rich or myself, please.
Our Saturday Night Banquet also had a second very important and special guest. A
Lion of International respect, PIP Joseph Wroblewski. It was so nice to have hi join us
that evening, and I hope he can make it to my convention, too!
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Now some thank you’s. Lions Colleen and Rosie, thank you. Lions ZC Mary, Tony,
Sue, Sandy, Jim and the rest of the Avoca Lions-BEST hospitality room ever! Thank
You! And thank you to all the clubs that gave baskets for the raffle.
Finally, April is growth month. Will you make a pledge to ASK ONE? Give someone the opportunity to help others like we all do. It won’t happen if you don’t ask. I
bet someone asked you! Return the good deed and invite a friend, neighbor,
coworker, mailman, mechanic, favorite local store owner, or whoever it may be.
They’re waiting for you to ask!
Yours in Lionism,
2VDG/1VDG-Elect Mark Mizenko
570-288-2277 [email protected]
Club
Drums Lioness Lions
Drums Lioness Lions
Drums Lioness Lions
Forty Fort Lions
Newport Twp. Lions
New Member
Sponsor
Bernadette Jespersen
Gale Kubida
Marlene Kadany
Christopher McCue
Hemalkumar Shah
Lorna Veglia
Gretchen Brighthaupt
Nancy DeFazio
Mike Harrison
John Zyla
2015-2016 DG Team
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DG Mimi and Wilkes Barre mem-
Hanover Twp. Easter Egg Hunt
Pittston Leos help Dupont Lions with Easter
Plains Lions get
Harveys Lake Breakfast
Disco Duck made an appearance at
the Convention on Friday Night!
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Schedule of Visits to the VA
Visits are generally scheduled for the
Second Saturday of each month:
April 11, 2015
May 19, 2015
June 13, 2015
Parsons Lions Club
Hazleton Lions Club
Plains Lions Club
If you are having a problem
with your scheduled date, contact Lion Ann Rose at
570-654-3936 or E-mail [email protected];
PA Lions Beacon Lodge Camp
12th Annual
GREAT DUCK RACE
Proceeds to Benefit
Construction of
Miniature Golf Course
Date: July 19, 2015
1st Place—$1,000
2nd - $500
4th - $125
3rd - $250
5th - $125
(Last Place gets his/her $5 donation back)
Donation - $5.00 Post Time 12:30 PM
Contact PDG’s Bob or Joan Milligan for
information or tickets: 570-823-6035
or e-mail [email protected]
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April – Protecting our Environment
Implement projects that improve and protect the
environment. Organize a highway clean up, plant
trees or plan a community “Earth Day” event to
collect recyclables such as aluminum cans, plastic
bottles, used cell phones and batteries. - See
more at: http://members.lionsclubs.org/EN/serve/
centennial-service-challenge
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Upper Valley Bank
Upper Valley Eye Bank will meet on Thursday, May
7, 2015 at the Brothers Shim, 9701 Bear Creek
Blvd., Bear Creek twp. at 7 PM. This meeting will be
hosted by the bear Creek/Buck Twp. Lions Club. All Lions are welcome. Please bring collected eye glasses and cornea donor cards. For further information or any questions call
Marina at 570-709-0907 or Nancy at 570-655-0345. The April meeting was cancelled due
to the Holy Week observance.
Hazleton Lions Club
Annual Night at the Races
Saturday, April 11, 2015
Hazleton Elks Club
Broad Street, Hazleton
Doors Open 6:00 PM, Races Start 6:30 PM
Free Admission
Free Food
Horses - $10.00
Program Ads - $50.00
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If you know a Disabled Veteran who would like to participate in this program,
call PDG Joan Milligan 570-823-6035
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White Haven Lion’s Club
Annual Spaghetti Supper
White Haven Lions Club “All You Can Eat Spaghetti Supper”
Tuesday, April 14, 2015 3:30pm through 7:00 pm
Saint Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church Community Center
Takes Outs are available any time
Tickets are $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children 12 and under
Tickets can be purchased from any member of the
Lion’s Club
or by calling Bob Lamson at 570-443-7188
The White Haven Lions Club is sponsoring its annual educational scholarship for local students. This scholarship is available to any student
enrolled in an accredited University, College, Junior College, Community College
or Technical School having at least a two year degree program and who resided in
the White Haven area. A minimum of two $1000 scholarships will be awarded to
eligible students. For eligibility requirements or to get an application, e-mail the Lions Club at [email protected] or see any White Haven Lions Club member.
JENKINS TWP. LIONS CLUB
PASTIE SALE....APRIL 29, 2015
Pasties with a Side of Gravy
With or Without Onions—$6.00 each
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Pick up 4:00PM to 6:00 PM
Jenkins Twp. Fire Hall-Behind Tony's Pizza
Orders and Payment due by April 15, 2015
To place orders, call Lion Nancy Pappas at 570-417-1785
Or any Jenkins Twp. Lions Club Member
Checks should be made payable to Jenkins Twp. Lions Club
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Edwardsville Leos
Bowl for Big
Brothers
Big Sisters
Hanover Area Leo Club will sponsor their First
Annual 1K Color Race on April 18, 2015. All Leo
and Lions Clubs are invited to participate. Check
out their Facebook page for applications.
Hanover Area Leo Club
Pittston Area PDG Leos
Edwardsville Leo Secretary Samantha
The Hanover Area Leo Club are planning their 1st Annual 5K Color Race at
Kirby park on Saturday, April 18th.
The Edwardsville Leo Club will participate in the Autism Walk on April 25th
and the American Heart Walk on May 30th.
The Pittston Area PDG Leo Club helped the Dupont lions with the annual
Easter Egg Hunt.
Pittston Area Leos celebrate
Spirit Day.
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White Haven Center Lions Club
30th Anniversary Charter Night
1985-2015
Friday, May 1, 2015 5:30 PM
St. Patrick’s Parish Hall (parking in front of church)
411 Allegheny Street/Route 940, White Haven, PA
First Floor and Handicap Accessible
Dinner-Chef’s Choice,
$15.00 per person
Reservation and Ad Book
Please respond to club secretary by :
April 21, 2015
30 year Charter Testimonial Booklet
Booklet Size-5” x 7”
Ad Sizes:
Full Page
$75.00
Half Page
$45.00
Quarter page
$25.00
Reservation and Charter Booklet Ad Form
Name _______________________________________________
Club or Family Name: ___________________________________
Number Attending Dinner: _______________
Ad Book Info:
Ad Size: ___________
X $15.00 per person: ________________
Cost of Ad: _____________
Total Check Amt: _____________
Business or Club Name: ________________________________
Person/Family: _______________________________________
In Memory of:________________________________________
Contact Phone Number: __________________________
Any and All Checks should be made payable to: White Haven Center Lions Club
All responses for Charter Booklet and Dinner
Reservations should be mailed by April 21, 2015 to:
White Haven Center Lions Club
Joseph F. Kovack, Secretary
620 Towanda St.
White Haven, PA, 18661
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Kingston Lions—Cocktail Party Fundraiser
Friday, April 24th
Pierce Street Deli, Pierce Street, Kingston, PA
5:00PM to 8:00PM
Master of Ceremonies will be Monica Madeja
WBRE-TV Anchor
Proceeds to benefit a Wheelchair Swing and Park Benches
for Hamilton Park, Kingston, PA
This exclusive event is $30.00 per person and includes:
Beer, Wine and Beverages
Foods include: Penne with Vodka Sauce, Chicken Scampi
Mini Cocktail Sandwiches
Cheese, Vegetable and Fruit Platters
Chances to win Valuable Prizes from local businesses will be available
Advance Reservations are required by April 17th
Message Kingston Lions Club on
Facebook or contact:
Lion Mark @ 570-814-6755
Lion Maureen @ 570-287-3450
Lion Terri @ 570-283-9593
Drums Lioness /Lions induct new members.
Business Casual Dress
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April 2015
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
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District 14-W Lions
DG Marylin “Mimi” Tosh
28 So. Regent Street
Hanover Twp., PA 18706
State Convention, May 14-17, 2015
VDG Day at Beacon Lodge
Fourth Cabinet Meeting-June 7, 2015
Lions International Convention, Honolulu, HI,
June 26-30, 2015
PLEASE
PLACE
STAMP
HERE
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