Words of Encouragement from Lion President J. K. Noel
Hello fellow Lions. I assume that all members enjoyed their evening at "Appreciation Night" attending the
dinner at the Rainbow Dinner Theater.We saw the play "Second Time Around”, a comedy about two sexy
seniors trying to get together. All of those Lions attend would like say thanks to Lion "Bud" Lewis for
organizing the event with the help of Lion Jim Moser who helped with the arrangements. Every one who
attended this event thoroughly enjoyed the program. Good Friday April 14 our lions with the help of the
Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and lion family members collected eggs and donations.The eggs collected and
cash donations were sufficient for Saturday’s Easter Egg Hunt on April 15th. Many thanks to Lions Phil
Deibler and Ray Wolf who co-chaired the Easter Egg Hunt again this year, as they have previously done
for years. We had about 900 children who arrived to gather eggs, as well as a present after the egg
gathering.
On April 21st, we will be attending Presidential Honor night which will be held at Yoder’s Family
restaurant in Leola. This event will start at 6:30 PM and we are looking forward to seeing many lions attend
this gathering. Saturday April 22nd, will be the District Convention at Cedar Crest Middle School. This is an
excellent opportunity to vote for the NEW District Governor (Lion Bruce Carpenter) after his Nomination.
Also, there will be two lessons available that can be attended to which helps give International information
of lionism to those attending. There are 12 to 15 classes that are very interesting and available for attending
and you can pick out those classes you feel are most interesting. School of Instruction will be held on
Wednesday, April 26th in Mount Joy at the career center. There will be a meal and then several seminars
available especially geared for incoming officers. Check with Lion Rick Bates if interested in attending.
Keep in mind that on April 29th, we will have the Senior Citizen Dinner which will be held at noon at the
Firehouse and then the Armchair Races will start with people coming in around 5:00 PM. We will be
looking for a lot of help with both programs.
It was once said by Helen Keller: Tell me and I forget; Show me and I remember; and involve me and I
understand.
Yours Prersident,
Lion J.K. Noel
Easter Egg Hunt
Lions Phil Deibler and Ray Wolf would like to thank all of those who helped collect eggs as well as those
helping at the egg hunt. Eggs and donations were collected on Friday the day was a little overcast and even
periods of sprinkles. Our luck held off for another year, they egg hunt went off smooth and what a beautiful
day. There were approximately 900 children and 18 cases of eggs on the fun filled day at the Reamstown
Park. Special appearances by the Easter Bunny and our own East Cocalico Lion had the children smiling
laughing and yes some crying. A special thank you goes out to Wal-Mart for their help in the event.
Appreciation Night
Appreciation Night was held Saturday April 1 at the Rainbow Dinner Theatre. 56 Lions, spouses and guests
attended the event. The even was a comedy play with dinner and a fun night had by all in attendance.
Redner’s Receipts
Just as a reminder don’t forget to collect your Redner’s receipts and give them to Lion Charlie.
President’s Honor Night
President honor night will be held Friday April 21st at Yoder’s Family Restaurant. If you are not attending
to honor your club president it would be a nice to acknowledge him at the next meeting.
District Convention
It is not too late to attend the District Convention Saturday April 22nd at the Cedar Crest Middle School
starting at 8:00 AM.
ATTENTION
There has been a good response to electronic distribution of the newsletter; I want to thank all of those who
gave me email addresses. If there is anyone not on electronic distribution that wants to be please contact
me.
Just a Reminder
There are tee shirts (both front only design and front and back design), hats and a limited supply of Polo
style shirts available. If interested please see Lion Craig, Tail Twisters or myself.
Those Lions that are Chairpersons, please remember to get a tax exempt form from either the Club
Secretary or Treasurer.
Let’s wish all those fellow Lions their family and friends that are not feeling well or recuperating from
surgeries a speedy and safe recovery.
Happy Birthday to the following Lions
Lion Thomas Lindauer May 5 Lion Mark Janke May 6
Lion Floyd Doner May 11 Lion Alan Fry May 14
Lion Vernon Boose May 20 Lion Raymond Kunkel May 27
