Lions Club
International
December
2006 Calendar of Events
e
mail Newsletter
Merry
Christmas and A
Happy New Year
to All!
With District Governor Armand
“Skip” Becotte
“
Please
print this newsletter out to share with your members
Monthly Message from your
District Governor
Greetings to all and soon, we'll be saying
seasons greetings. I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving and we all
have a lot to be thankful for.
Many Past Governors told me at the beginning of
this lions' year, that this would be the fastest year of my life and they were
all right. Christmas is fast approaching and soon after that will be our
mid-winter convention. It's hard to believe, but half of this lions' year
is just about over. May I take this opportunity to wish all of you a very
Merry Christmas and a joyous New Year filled with prosperity and good health.
As I look at our Lions emblem, I see the lion
facing backwards. Happy with our past
accomplishments during this year, but I also see the Lion facing forward,
realizing the hard work we have ahead of us to " help those less fortunate".
Please continue the hard work that we are noted for and keep District 33S the yardsticks
by which other districts are measured.
I would also like to take a special moment to
thank each and every one of you for all your hard work, not only for lionism,
but the way you have reached out to help your communities.
I would like to thank Ed Olney, our Region
Chairman at Large, for all his hard work and dedication. To list all the
names, I would probably forget to mention one or two, so I'd like to thank all
our Region and Zone Chairpersons for working so hard to make this a great
year. I would also like to thank all our committee chairpersons for a
great job in keeping things running so smoothly and making my job a lot easier.
PDG/CST Don and I have been greeted very warmly
and positively at our visitations and we'd like to thank you for that.
The word of working together seems to be getting out but I'd also like to
remind all of you that the District is here for you and your needs, so please,
tell us what we can do to help you and your clubs.
In closing, I would like to say once again that I
hope you and yours have a great holiday season and the new year brings us all
closer in the true spirit of lionism....
See you at the mid-winter.
Yours in Lionism
Skip
Becotte
District Governor.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY!
In case
we find ourselves starting to believe all the anti-American sentiment and
negativity, we should remember
"A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want in
and how many want out."
Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you:
1. Jesus Christ
2. The American G. I.
One died for your soul, the other for your freedom.
REMINDER
November 29th Lions Clubs International
2006-2007
CABINET ADVISORY MEETING
Wednesday, November 29th
Raynham King Philip Hall
Meeting Begins at
Roast Beef Dinner provided by Raynham Lions Club
“Brighten the Path by Sharing the Flame”
*WE WILL BE COLLECTING ITEMS FOR
THE DISTRICT 33S
OPERATION SANTA CLAUS”
PLEASE VISIT YOUR DISTRICT 33S WEB
SIGHT
See the
2006-2007 Directory on line and get the latest news from around the District
View
all the Monthly Calendar of Events Newsletters on line in 3 Formats
December 3rd
Fall River Carousel will
participate in the Swansea Mall Festival of Giving discount program to occur at
the Mall on Sunday, December 3rd between
Call Bert or Muriel Patenaude at 508-672-3586 or any other Board Member in the outstanding on-line District Directory!
December 3rd Greater
The Greater
Proudly presents our third annual
PANCAKE
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Date: Sunday,
December 3rd
Place:
Time:
Cost: $5.00 Donation ($3.00 for seniors)
50% of all proceeds
are donated to the
The remaining half benefits Massachusetts Lions Eye Research
December 5th Norton
Community Lions Club
SANTA LETTERS
The Norton Community Lions will be doing Santa Letters again this year. Cost is $5.00 per letter. Please contact Linda Winship at lindawinship@comcast.net for more information about the Santa Letter.
DEADLINE IS DECEMBER 5TH
December 5th Somerset Lions Club
ANNUAL
BASKET OF CHEER RAFFLE
16th Annual Basket of
Cheer Raffle (or $300)
Tickets $1.00 each or 6
for $5.00
Drawing Dec. 5th
Contact Lion John
Cormier (508 679-6482) for tickets
ENTERTAINMENT BOOK 2007 for $25
Somerset
Lions Club is selling these great books which contains a lot of
valuable coupons for eating, entertainment, ETC. They make great
December 7th – 25th
During the weekends of the 8th and 15th the Lions will be there along with Santa giving out Free Hot Chocolate, Coffee, Candy, Popcorn and goodies. Santa will be available for Pictures for Only $5.00. Precast Outdoor Fireplaces will have a large Fireplace with a roaring fire to keep you warm. On the 8th it's the Hanson Lions and on the 15th It's the Bridgewater Lions Club. All donations, pictures, and raffle proceeds are split between the Hanson and Bridgewater Clubs. BRING THE FAMILY and FRIENDS.
You don't want to
miss this display.
Come visit any time but especially on the weekends of the 8th and 15th...
Bob Smith, Hanson Lions
December 9th District 33S
ANNUAL CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS
PARTY
The
Annual Christmas Party for the Visually Impaired/ Multi Handicapped Children
will be on
Yours in Lionism,
Debbie Masciulli Chairperson
District 33
ALL STATE BANDS
LOTTERY TICKET’S
THANK YOU!
I would like to thank everyone who purchased lottery tickets from the
I would also like to remind all clubs that applications for the 2007 All State
Convention have been mailed too all clubs. Please contact me if you have not received
your application. Please contact the
high school in your area and push for them to send in names for this year’s
band. Remember that the 50.00 deposit is
not due for the student until the committee has selected students. Then the student will receive an acceptance
letter and packet with consent forms and medical forms. This is when the money is due.
If any questions please contact:
Lion Cynthia Forkey, District 33S Representative
1-787-447-5499
December 10th Dighton Lions Club
SANTA RIDE
The Santa Ride is sponsored by the Dighton Lions. “Santa” rides around every street in town on the back of a fire truck and throws lollipops out to anyone waiting for him. They have been doing this for years and the young kids (and older folks as well) love it. Santa also stops at the nursing home and delivers gifts to all the residents there. It’s a great
PR event. Rain date December 17th
December 10th
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
The
Breakfast with Santa
-
FULL MENU
PICTURE WITH SANTA
All pictures are a $4.00 Donation (our camera or yours)
December 15th
The
Provincetown Lions Club is pleased to announce the 10th
To
light the park, each individual light is being offered at $10.00.
Multiple family names (for example: Mr. & Mrs.) are considered two
names and two lights are to be purchased. This year we are also going to
post the names in the square as well as publish them in the local paper during
the season.
Deadline: Forms must be received by
Make checks payable to:
Provincetown Lions Club
Send to: Lion Peter Grosso
ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE
December 15th Norton Community Lions Club
JANUARY GIFT CALENDARS
The Norton Community Lions will be selling January Gift Calendars. Purchase a Calendar for $10.00 and be eligible to win a gift everyday in January. After being drawn, names will go back into the drawing for another drawing. This calendar could make a great Christmas Gift or Stocking Stuffer. For information or to purchase a calendar, Contact Tammy Morrissey at tmorrissey@sensata.com or Linda Winship at lindawinship@comcast.net.
December 16th
The Fall River Carousel will
sponsor a one day New York City Bus Trip on Saturday, December 16th. If somehow you didn’t finish your holiday
shopping during the Festival of Giving then here is your chance to pick up a
few more items in the Big Apple or just go to enjoy the lights and sights. Buses will leave
December 17th
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
TV - DVD – VCR RAFFLE DRAWING
Lions Den
on the
Breakfast
served from
Pictures with the authentic Santa Claus
Lots of Christmas Cheer and Good Will To All
December 19th
CHRISTMAS PARTY
Tuesday, December 19th
Tickets are $30.00 for Sit Down Dinner
For more information contact:
Secretary Jane Walsh at 508-775-4337, e mail jwalsh@eyeboston.com
ACUSHNET
LIONS CLUB - SUPER BOWL RAFFLE
2 SUPER BOWL TICKETS
Only 350 Tickets will be Sold -
Cost $75.00
Flight for Two from
3 Nights Hotel at the
Las Palmas Hotel in Ft
Rental Car for 3 days
Cocktail Reception and Dinner Buffet with National Football League Personality
Photo and Autograph Session
Game Transfer on Sunday-Via Comfortable Motor Coach
Souvenir Super Bowl Plaque
Official NFL Game Program
Souvenir Official Super Bowl Picture
Drawing to be held some time in December
just in time for Christmas
To order your ticket contact:
Lion Steve Raposa at 774-263-4100 or
Lion Angelo Resendes at 1-508-235-1180
All Proceeds Will Benefit MASS Eye Research & Community Services in
Acushnet
December 22nd Somerset
Lions Club
MEMORIAL TREE LIGHTING
Somerset Lions Club 's
Memorial Tree Lighting from December 22nd.
A memorial tree will be lighted in
memory of loved ones. Donation $5
per name/light bulb. The person's name will be also be listed in
the Spectator and read at the memorial ceremony.
For Ceremony details contact Lion
Paul Fitta (508 674-8002)
District 33S
YOUTH SPEECH SCHEDULE
Region O November 30th
Region S December
9th
Region I December
11th Attleboro
Public L:ibrary
Region L December
14th
For more information contact Jesse Armell III, District Chair at
Jarmell@aol.com 508-761-7777
District 33S
MID-WINTER AD BOOK
Just a reminder for the Mid-Winter Ad Book. Please get them to Lion Art Westgate or Lion Barbara Otto as soon as possible so that the Ad Book can be completed in plenty of time for the Mid Winter Conference. Let’s show DG Skip our support and place an Ad.
Any questions please contact:
Art Westgate at Klionart@yahoo.com or Barbara Otto at lionbotto@aol.com
LONG RANGE PLANNING- 2007
January
DISTRICT 33S MID-WINTER CONFERENCE
“Theme Roaring 20’s / Al Capone Era
Dance on Friday Evening,
All applications will be treated
on a first come, first serve basis.
Preference will be given to those staying Friday and Saturday
nights. Deadline is
ROOM RESERVATIONS
To: PDG Jim Amaral Make Checks Payable To:
201 New Street District 33-S Mid Winter Conference
Applications have been sent to all clubs in the district with the information on the 7 different packages available. Any questions please contact PDG Jim or Kathy Amaral at
508-252-3834 and e mail Momakath@aol.com
THE
CORDIALLY EXTENDS A SPECIAL INVITATION TO
ALL
TO JOIN IN
“AN EVENING TO BENEFIT LCIF”
WITH
PAST INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT
LION ASHOK MEHTA
NOTICES AND DETAILS WILL BE SENT TO ALL
CLUBS IN
MASS DISTRICT 33
2007
DESTINATION: 1st two days at sea
St Martin,
AT SEA
Day at their own
Return home following Sunday
DATE:
COST: Inside room; $790.59 per person (level k)
Unobstructed Window; $995.59 (level d)
Balcony; $1115.59/person (level bc)
Mini suite (living room, bedroom,
balcony); $1320.59 per person (level ac)
You will also need to add transfer cost of $10 per person and insurance costs. It includes all government fees and port charges.
This does not include your flight; it can be included at additional cost or you can book your own flight
DEPOSIT of $250.00 per person needed ASAP to hold your preferred
room. Cut off date for deposit is in one month to hold the cost of room. The above prices can not be guaranteed after
30 days.
The balance is due 3 months before
departure. The $250.00 is refundable
right up until the full balance is due.
If interested call Lion Al Barr at
781-871-4683 (home), 781-254-5969 (cell).
June 2nd
75th ANNIVERSARY
The Provincetown Lions Club will
be celebrating their 75th Anniversary on
More
information will follow as soon as plans are finalized.
Steven M. Garran, CPA
Tel: 508-255-8380 Fax:
508-255-1445 www.garrancpa.com
Yours in Lionism,
Barbara Otto,
Lionbotto@aol.com or 508-822-3833
Not Above You, Not Beneath You, But
With You
Please get your upcoming Fundraisers to me early for the January Calendar of Events Newsletter. The DEADLINE is December 20th
Any
comments, suggestions, etc. are always welcome.