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Bulletin October 2014 We meet 2nd & 4th Mondays at 7 p.m. Social Hour at 6 p.m. at the Lions Den, Rec Plex, 1724 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach, ON
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Message from our President This year the International President’s theme is “Strenghten the Pride” “A “pride” is a close-knit family of lions. There is another group of Lions just as proud. But unlike the lions of Africa, these Lions aren't feared. Instead they are admired and respected. The English dictionary provides another definition of the word “Pride” – a feeling of happiness that you get when you or someone you know does something good. It is not the pride of being boastful it is the pride of accomplishment in building communities, doing good, and reaching out to assist others.” -----International President Joe Preston We have grown into a Club or “Pride” that truly cares not only about our community but about each other. I am very proud to be your President. We have such a diverse group with many talents, but one thing we all have in common is the desire to help others. We are respected in the community because of this and all the good work we do. You should be very proud to call yourself a Lion. Let's have another great year and continue to “Have Fun while Helping Others”!
Lion Suzanne Lacombe WB Lions Strides Walk to be Held on Thursday, November 13 Wasaga Beach ON. – On November 13, the day before World Diabetes Day, members of the Wasaga Beach Lions Club, along with their friends and families, will walk in the Strides: Lions for Diabetes Awareness event. The walk will begin at 4:00 p.m. from Boston Pizza at Stonebridge Town Centre going north across the Blue Bridge to the Main Beach with a rest station at the Sweet Tooth Store for coffee & hot chocolate then back to the finish line at Stonebridge Town Centre. Total distance covered will be 3 km. Over a hundred people are expected to participate. Health screenings and information from local companies will be available to the public free-of-charge near the finish line. “Take the time to gather your family, friends and neighbors to walk in the Strides event. This is an enjoyable way for the community to join together in the fight against diabetes. Contact the Wasaga Beach Lions Club at 705-429-3331. In addition, we will be able to take your registration at Stonebridge Town Centre from 3 p.m.” said Club President Suzanne Lacombe. The cost to join in the Walk is only $10.00 per adult with no charge for those 12 and under. Donations will also be accepted with funds going to Lions Community giving including Canadian Diabetes Association and Camp Huronda, which is a Summer Camp for Diabetic Children near Huntsville, Ontario. A certificate and pin will be presented to participants. Lions all over the world organize Strides events in their communities to heighten awareness of diabetes and its complications and to provide information on preventing and managing the disease. These events promote regular, healthy exercise and include participants of all ages. Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service club organization with nearly 1.3 million members in approximately 46,000 clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas around the world. Since 1917, Lions have aided the blind and visually impaired and made a strong commitment to community service and serving youth throughout the world. For more information about Lions Clubs International, visit the Web site at www.lionsclubs.org. For Information Contact: Bill Frieday, 705-812-5507 bfrieday@rogers.com