GRANTS PASS LIONS CLUB   
BIG ROAR – NOVEMBER 2009

Halloween is now a memory.  Day Light Savings time has ended and we are preparing for another holiday season.  Your Cub Reporter is thankful for her family and her friends especially her Lions Club Friends.  It is an honor and a privilege to be a member of such a great group of folks.  Every year members give so much money, time and talent to see that those less fortunate have an opportunity to lead a better life.  Student of the month awards and scholarships, sight and hearing efforts by purchasing glasses and hearing aides for those who would be unable to obtain these vital aides without the help of the Lions Club.  We sponsored the Sight and Hearing Van out of Portland for a day of screening in conjunction with the Kids Wellness Fair Christmas baskets and Turkeys at Thanksgiving.  On top of that we sponsor flags for first graders and a Peace Poster Contest all to help our children develop an appreciation for our great Nation.  

            The Peace Poster Contest is in full swing.  A big Lions Roar for Lion Barbara who has managed this program single handedly and done a great job.  Some of the posters were up for viewing at out October 27  meeting and there were some amazing pieces of art.  

            The “Student of the Month” for October was Lauren Klissbe .  She plans to attend the Air Force Academy.  With a 4.2  GPA  she should have no trouble achieving her goals.  

Last year we collected over 40 Turkeys plus a couple of Hams.  They all went to the Salvation Army to assure that those less fortunate have a great thanks Giving Dinner.  Here is hoping we can duplicate that effort this year 

Lion Colin is looking for bell ringers to help the Salvation Army.  If you have a few hours to give to this worthwhile project please contact Lion Colin he would appreciate the help 

Lions Barbara and Frances are organizing a theater night for “Guys and  Dolls” in February so prepare to come and bring some friends.  Lets fill that theater and plan on having a great time.  

Lion Chuck is organizing the “Flags for First Graders”.  This is a great project and a lot of fun.  If you can spare a few hours come prepared for a good time. 

The club is still collecting returnable cans and bottles to help the RSVP  program to help kids.  Bring the cans the first Tuesday of the month. 

Lion John is running the mints program and could use a little more help.  If you can spare an hour or two a  month to collect mint money and replenish the supply of mints please speak to Lion John. 

Don’t forget the Silver Dollar raffle 82 Silver Dollars and one Gold plated dollar.  Tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5. 

            Next months programs should be interesting and timely.  Nov.3 Fire Mountain Gems and Beads.  Nov. 10 Joel King of the US Forest Service.  Nov 17 Jo. Co. Historical Society Living History Players 

The sick list is too long.  Lions Anne and Bob are still in need of our thoughts and prayers. Lion Glen and Lion Marcy  also need our thoughts and prayers. Lion Dennis has joined the list and we hope all of you are soon feeling better and ready to enjoy a great holiday season. Let them know they are not forgotten card or phone call will go along way towards making there days a little brighter. 

Birthday Greetings are in order for Lions Mary Margaret, Marcy and Colin.  A big LIONS ROAR 

The Christmas Party Date is Sunday December 20.  The party will be at the Brewery.  The fun starts at 6PM and dinner is at 7.  This party is always a lot of fun plus the money raised helps a family working through tough times.  There is also a Chinese gift exchange.  Please keep the cost of a gift under $20.00. Don’t miss it. Plan to have a good time.