 The February Newsletter
The Lions Roar
| Volume XXIX Issue 2 |
February 1, 2012 |
| Editor: Robin Pearson |
Assistant Editor: Shirley Scollard |
| (Phone: 426-3300) |
(Phone: 426-3527) |
| E-mail: rtoby@frontiernet.net |
The McGregor Lions Club, Inc. District 5M-9
41442 State Hwy 65, McGregor, MN 55760
Website: mcgregorlions.net
CALENDAR
Feb. 13 Regular Meeting 6:00 PM.
Feb. 17 Lions Night Out at Growlers -- 5:30 Social; 6:00 Dinner (No Checks or Credit Cards).
Feb. 27 Gambling Meeting 4:30 PM, Board Meeting 5:00 PM, Regular Meeting 6:00 PM.
March 12 Regular Meeting 6:00 PM.
March 26 Gambling Meeting 4:30 PM, Board Meeting 5:00 PM, Regular Meeting 6:00 PM.
All Lions Meetings are held at the McGregor Community Center.
MID WINTER CONVENTION
Eleven McGregor Lions attended this year's convention in Mahnomen at Shooting Star Casino. It was well worth the trip. We had two Lions remembered at the Friday evening memorial service: Lions Marty Berg and Paul Johnson.
This is a beautiful service.
The sessions were informative and moving. Several of us especially appreciated all the work done with Leader and Service Dogs. Can-Do Canines (New Hope MN) is doing a lot with service dogs, reaching out to many in need, including children with autism. At the end of Sunday's program, the Int'l Director presented a pin to our own Lion Don Pearson for his work increasing membership.
The entertainment was varied . . . where else can you see a synchronized swim team on stage, a talented hypnotist putting Robin to sleep in the audience and causing another of our group to drive a car on stage (& other things!)? Also, one certain past-president of our group can sure sing into a beer bottle well!?! Hmmm. Fun times.
CHARTER NIGHT
District Governor Bruce Beck and First Lady Lion Erin Beck were our special guests at our January 23rd meeting. Also, we were honored that the Palisade and Aitkin Lions Clubs had members present for this special evening.
DG Bruce spoke of his theme "I Believe" having been inspired by the large scope of Lions' work, since we are the largest service organization in the world, 1-1/2 million strong. Our club presented a check to DG Bruce for $1,000 for Can-Do Canines.
DG Bruce inducted two new members, LeRoy and Betty Jo Johnson who were sponsored by Lion Carole Holten. Also, Lion Pam Hoover received her 5 year pin, and it was announced that 37 McGregor Lions have earned perfect attendance awards.
The prestigious Melvin Jones Award was presented by our District Governor to: Lions Jerry Feucht and Walt Ford. In addition, DG Bruce presented a District 5M-9 Governor's Commendation to Lions Don & Robin Pearson for their dedication to Lions & community.
BAR MANAGER
Lion Dick Valley is our new bar manager. THANK YOU to retiring Jane and Ron Adams!
Dick is looking for volunteer bartenders.
SUNSHINE CORNER
Please keep in prayers: Lions Bernie Touhey, Barb & Bob Johnson, and Evelyn Swedberg.
- - - Jan Christensen, Acting Sunshine Lady | 
