A Perfect Combination

In the interest of one of the club’s most important projects, the “OneSight” program, it had been decided to combine a variety of other events with a fundraising effort. The result was a tail-twister party with an early Halloween theme, including the induction of the new officers by the district governor Karen Fillmore, the presentation of awards, and some fun for the kids, all surrounded by potluck goodies, various drinks and tri-tip, expertly bbq’d by Lions Eli and Jim.

Approximately 45 individuals, including 8 kids, joined in the action in mid-October, which was staged in a festively decorated Odd Fellows Hall.

After a good Happy Hour of mingling and chatting, the Lion District Governor took the floor to commend the club on recent accomplishments and proceeded to induce the officers for the Lion year 2014 – 2015. Lion Eli got a hearty handshake for his 40 years of membership in the club. Lions Mary, Anne and Walt were awarded the Life Member Award of the Blind center, while Lion Carl was installed as the pm tailtwister.

The generously stocked buffet was a great hit, and afterwards most attendees needed a little break during which the kids were drawing raffle prizes which were generously donated by Lions Yvonne and Dan Fimby. The specially organized DJ, whose music was playing rather softly in the background for most of the afternoon, now increased the volume slightly for the kids who enjoyed the final dances.

Thanks are in order to the organizers and all attendees for making this another successful social event and for bringing scrumptious foods to share. Many thanks also to Lions Eli and Jim, who spent a lot of time standing by the BBQ, watching the tri-tip get ready.

Thanks to Lion DG Karen Fillmore (suitably dressed as a cat) for officiating the inductions and presenting the awards.

Last but not least – we are grateful to the Odd Fellows for letting the club use their hall.

The event netted approximately $ 500.00 for the OneSight program – thanks for all the donations!