Wasaga Beach Lions upcoming 50th Anniversary It is hard to believe that we are coming up to our 50th year serving our community. We are going to give you a “looking back at the past” for you to see and imagine what impact we have made in this town. 1963 The Lions Club of Wasaga was actually started in February of 1963 as a Business Men's Group by the Reverend Donald French, rector of the Church of the Prince of Peace as an ultimate means of increasing church membership. The first members were Sidney Martin, Morris Bent, Stanley Piltcher and the Reverend Don. At the second meeting each man brought a friend. At the next meeting each man again brought a friend and so on. The fellowship rapidly caught on and before long a large group of men was meeting at the church each week. Of course, the men were of many different faiths and although all were broad minded, they could hardly become Anglican Church members. The Reverend Don French realizing the great potential force for good that these men represented, suggested they become a Lions Club, and being from Stayner, invited a Stayner Lion Jack Carroll to speak to them. In the following weeks, Lions from other clubs, visited and explained the goals of Lionism, and subsequently was formed the Wasaga-Oakview Lions Club with Sidney Martin becoming the first president in May 1963. Upon the annexation of Oakview Beach by Wasaga Beach from the town of Sunnidale, the Oakview part of the name was dropped, and the name Wasaga Beach Lions Club was adopted. (Lion Fred Wilkes) 1963-65 Lion Sid Martin President Lion Sid Martin...First regular meeting Feb.26th 1963. First activity - sold tickets on a cottage, netted $1,199.25 First dance held in Nov., 400 attended, netted $ 170.40 First kids Halloween party, 150 attended, cost to the club $11.00 Organized Judo Club for boys and girls aged 10 to 17 years. First Bingo held as Monster Bingo, Aug.14 th 1964 Held a draw for a boat, motor and trailer. Netted $1000.00 Produced a local area tourist guide book. Netted $ 800.00 Donated $300.00 to Blue Mountain Camp for Crippled Children. Supplied a Christmas turkey and hamper to every needy family reported in the area. Supplied correction glasses for several children. Supported C.N.I.B. Camp, Lake Joseph, $250.00 Wow, what a beginning! If you or your loved ones have been a member of our club, please contact us at wblions@gmail.com We will keep you informed about our upcoming celebration in 2013. If you have any photos etc. that you would like to share, please let us know. If you would like to join and be a part of the history in this town, go to wasagabeachlions.com or call (705) 429-3331.
Wasaga Beach Lions Club Wasaga Beach Lions Club meets 2nd & 4th Mondays 7 p.m. Social 6 p.m. at Lions Den, RecPlex, 1724 Mosley St., Wasaga Beach, ON Wasaga Beach Lions Club Bingo every Friday evening. Almost $5000 in prizes..$1000 Jackpot Game. RecPlex Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Contact: Lions Club at 705-429-3331 Interested in coming out to a meeting? Call Membership Chairman Bill Frieday 705-812-5507 Five More New Members for Club. At last Monday’s meeting five more members signed their applications. Induction ceremony for new members will be held in November. It’s a good feeling to give back and serve your community.
Lions Clubs International Century of Service Commemorative Coin Act In recognition of Lions Clubs International 100th Anniversary in 2017, LCI led efforts to have 400,000 silver dollar commemorative coins minted by the U.S. Treasury. Sales of the coins will raise millions to support our global mission areas for the visually impaired, disabled, youth and those affected by disaster. Lions from all over the globe are exploring similar commemorative campaigns locally. Through the hard work and grassroots advocacy of many Lions, the "Lions Clubs International Century of Service Commemorative Coin Act," S. 1299/H.R. 2139 achieved 295 sponsors and co-sponsors in the U.S. House of Representatives and 70 sponsors and co-sponsors in the U.S. Senate before its passage by Congress. President Barack Obama signed the Lions Clubs International Century of Service Commemorative Coin Act into law on October 5, 2012!
More Happenings in Wasaga Beach ... A Busy, Busy Time of Year! Nov 20 – Wasaga Beach Business Under 40 Location: 50's 60's Diner, 288 Main Street Wasaga Beach. Time: 7:00a.m. - 8:15a.m. Cost: $15.00 per person and includes a full breakfast spread. The guest speaker this month, Rick Presse of the Investors Group, will build on Jennifer Anderson talk from last month. Mr. Presse will be speaking on various types of insurance and how to best prepare for the unexpected whether you are self-employed or an employee. Please RSVP on the Wasaga Beach Business Under 40 Facebook page or email bu40@wasagainfo.com . Looking forward to seeing everyone there! Nov 23 – Tree Lighting Ceremony Location: Oakview Woods Gazebo, 1724 Mosley St. Time: 7 p.m. For more info call the Chamber of Commerce at 705-429-2247 Nov 24 – Wasaga Beach Santa Claus Parade Location: Starts at 22nd Street, then down Mosley Street and finishing at the RecPlex where there will be a reception. Time: 2 p.m. Plaques for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners. Deadline for registration is Monday, Nov 19th. For more info contact the Chamber Office at 705-429-2247 Nov 25 – Breakfast with Santa Location: Lions Den in the Wasaga RecPlex, 1724 Mosley St. Hosted by the Wasaga Beach Lions Club. Time: 9 a.m. – 12 Noon. Come and have a pancake breakfast with Santa Claus. Fun activities, Pancakes, Sausage, Hot Chocolate and coffee. Adults: $3.00, Children: $2.00. Photo with Santa is $3.00. Make this a family tradition! For more information contact the Lions Club at 705-429-3331 Nov 25 – Funderland FUNderland will be taking place on Sunday, November 25th from 9:00am until 2:00pm inside the RecPlex. Admission is free but a donation to the food bank would be appreciated. Activities include face painting, jumping castle, build your own birdhouse, crafts and more! For more information please contact the special events office at 705-429-3844 x 2287 or email events@wasagabeach.com www.wasagabeach.com For more information contact: the Chamber of Commerce at 705-429-2247 / 1-866-292-7242 or for more info visit our Events Calendar at www.wasagainfo.com