Portsmouth area community calendar Aug 11, 2008
n KITTERY HISTORICAL AND NAVAL SOCIETY will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12 at the Lions Club building on State Road in Kittery, Maine. Bram Hepburn, an expert on antique bottles, will outline what qualifies a bottle to be collectible and give hints on what to look for and where to look if you're just starting out in this fascinating hobby. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Trentonian Community Calendar Aug 7, 2008
Start with a tour tree-lined Radcliffe Street (old King's Highway) 1-6 p.m. Free concert 6 p.m. in Lions Park. Tour 1500s-era Lenape Indian Village 1-4 p.m. at Churchville (Pa. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Family reunion joins hobos, North Iowans Aug 6, 2008
7 a.m. 5K/10K Walk/Run Lions park. 9 a.m. Hobo Museum Shop open. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Legacy Park causes concern for service clubs Jul 31, 2008
"Malibu Optimist Club President Anne Payne said moving the Chili Cook-Off to Point Dume is not necessary. She said the service groups are starting to work together to make sure events like the Chili Cook-Off, her club's pancake breakfast at the Malibu Arts Festival and the Lions Club's flea market remain in "Malibu's natural bowl. ""We have an opportunity to keep our traditions and to allow certain civic events so that the public can convene," Payne said. "As properties get developed, the city... (Malibu Times, CA)
50 miles of mark-downs Jul 25, 2008
Non-profits such as the Girl Scouts, the fire departments, Lions Clubs and the King Ferry Rotary all were able to benefit from these sales. Gas stations, grocery stores and eateries also appreciated increases in sales. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A new place to show off Jul 23, 2008
The shelter is wired for light and sound and will be used for a variety of vents throughout the fair including animal shows, the fat stock sale, Lions barbecue and entertainment. A grand opening for the new pavilion will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Lewiston Home Tour, Northern Retreats, slated for Saturday Jul 23, 2008
By Jil Schult, Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008 1:50 PM EDT LEWISTON The Lewiston Lioness Lions present their Northern Retreats home tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. This year s home tour features six homes, two on West Twin Lake and four at Garland properties. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Restored to glory Jul 21, 2008
Today, two stone lions, congruent in Chinese culture but actually from Prague, stand guard at the front entrance (which used to be the side doors) of the firm. The huge hall with its high ceiling is now the front reception and most of the original Malaccan tiles have been maintained to give it that aged look. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Community mourns loss of Mr. Rushford’ Jul 19, 2008
He was a leader at his church, city hall, the area business association, bike trail committee, Masonic lodge, Lions Club and American Legion ... Morken was sitting on a Lions Club dunk tank for a Rushford Days celebration once 40 years ago when word came that Marlys had gone into labor with their fifth child and only daughter, Marsha Mehus, Bruce Morken said. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Celebrate this July 4 in Morton Jul 3, 2008
The Lions Club annual pork chop feed runs from 4-7 p.m.. Music in the park provided by Redwood County Fair attraction Slacker begins at 6 p.m.. (Redwood Falls Gazette, MN)
Ready to Celebrate: Fourth of July festivities under way in Kirkland Jul 2, 2008
Story Photos The Big M Amusements carnival worker known as Bubbles washes down the 20 horses on the merry-go-round Tuesday morning in anticipation of Wednesday s opening of the Kirkland Lions Club annual Fourth of July Celebration in Kirkland ... Fourteen workers finished unloading 13 carnival rides Tuesday in preparation for the opening of the Kirkland Lions Club Annual Fourth of July Celebration on Wednesday night ... If You Go: Kirkland Lions Club Fourth of July Celebration. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Your July 4th planner Jul 2, 2008
P The Lions Club of Springfield presents the Fourth of July celebration for the community to share and enjoy. The parade begins at 9 a.m. from Springfield High School onto Powell Road, Saxer Avenue, Springfield Road and concluding at Memorial Park. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Shell Rock kicks off annual Fourth of July celebration Wednesday Jul 1, 2008
Tickets available from Shell Rock Lions Club members for 5 a ticket. 1 p.m., kiddie pedal pull. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Fourth of July activities Jun 27, 2008
LEXINGTON: The Lexington Lions Club will conduct its annual Fourth of July Carnival at Center Playground on July 2 and 3 from 6-11 p.m., July 4 and 5 from 1-11 p.m., and July 6 from 1-7 p.m. There will be fireworks on July 2 after sunset; a laser show on the evening of July 3; and youth games on July 4 at 10 a.m. For information, visit www. lexingtonlions. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Entertainment guide Jun 26, 2008
NORTH POCONO MINISINK LIONS CLUB FIREWORKS: featuring live music, July 5, gates open at 6 p.m., fireworks at dusk, North Pocono High School, Route 690, Moscow, free. BLAKELY HOSE CO. FIREWORKS DISPLAY: July 5, fireworks at dusk, Mellow Park Complex, Peckville. (Scranton Times, PA)
Heat gets the garden, the bunnies, and Jimmy Jun 22, 2008
I hope they make it with all the coyotes, mountain lions and bobcats. I keep my gun loaded and with me all the time, and from reports it is a bad snake year, but I haven s seen any yet. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Four days of 4th of July fun Jun 20, 2008
"We also want to give a special thanks to the Cameron Lions Club for the organization of the Parade and appreciation to the City of Cameron and Chamber of Commerce.". The Chamber of Commerce was quick to note their appreciation of the time and effort allotted to the celebration by all the 3rd Street merchants who have allowed additional space for the 5th Annual Car Show and 4th Annual Sanctioned Barbeque to take place. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Stars come out Sunday for A-P fundraiser Jun 18, 2008
"DeVries (Detroit Lions), Meester (Jacksonville Jaguars) and Kampman (Green Bay Packers) jumped on board, as well.And although auction items are still being collected, the list to date includes a basketball signed by the 2008 Kansas University national championship team, a Brett Favre autographed jersey, a Peyton Manning autographed jersey, an autographed Kampman Pro Bowl jersey and a football signed by 2008 Super Bowl champions Tom Coughlin (head coach) and Eli Manning (quarterback), as well as... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
LOCAL FOLKS:Museum director passionate about the past Jun 16, 2008
Lions and tigers and bearsSmith's love of all things unusual and collectible is evident when you walk into her office. On her desk sit the requisite pens and papers and telephone. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Lion's Club plans 100th 4th of July celebration Jun 12, 2008
This year the theme is "Land of the Free, Home of the Brave." The Lions are honoring all current and past members of the military by making them the grand marshals of the parade ... The Lions are extending an invitation to all current and past military personnel to take part in the parade on July 4 ... The Lions are making flea market space available at no charge for the recruiters of all branches of the military. (Pekin Times, IL)
Looking Back in Woodbury Jun 6, 2008
In 1973, Mr. Crane volunteered to serve as chairman of the Republican Town Committee, and in 1974 he became an active member of the Lions Club. In 1975, Mr. Crane ran for the Board of Selectmen with resident Len Saccio, who ran for first selectman. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Old Settlers Days kicks off Galatia's summer season May 29, 2008
GALATIA - Galatia kicks off the summer with the 35th Annual Old Settlers Days Thursday through Saturday with rides, frog jumping, music and the Galatia Lions Club's barbecue ... The Galatia Lions Club have arranged for a mobile hearing test 9 a.m. to noon Saturday across the street from the post office, a strategic location ... Bond expects the Lions Club will be giving out 40 barbecues. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Memorial Day: Plenty to do this holiday weekend May 23, 2008
Spray pools open Monday as well at Sacajawea and Southside Lions Parks. Admission to Splash Montana includes the cost of using The Lake: Tickets run 5. (Missoulian, MT)
On display (45) May 23, 2008
Proceeds benefit the Bring Back the Roar campaign to bring lions back to the zoo. Admission: 9. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Junketing around the Junction, May 8 May 9, 2008
The Lions Club of Concord held its annual pancake breakfast at Monument Hall as part of the recent Patriots Day festivities. The Concord Lions started serving their prize pancakes at 6:30 a.m. and when the servings concluded at 11 a.m. They had fed 650 hungry Concordians ... Lions Jack Crosby, Dick LaBossiere, Carrie Flood, Leslie Luppold, Nat Arena, Bob Marquis, Sherry Mobley, Peter Yensin, Don Wade, President Jean Mickle with her daughter, Megan, and Richard Vargus-Vila were busy from start to... (Concord Journal, MA)
What's ahead May 9, 2008
The Lakeside Lions will serve an all-you-can-eat breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon on Sunday at the Lakeside Lions Hall, 890 Bowron Road, Lakeside. There will be ham, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy, hash browns, coffee, tea and more. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
050208 GUIDE to Arts & Crafts May 8, 2008
Vendors are needed for Grandpa's Garage Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 10 at the Lions Club pool's parking lot, 1041 Ridge Road ... annual Union Mills Lions Club Flea Market to be held from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 14 at the Mill Pond Park, 2 Mill Pond Road. (Munster Times, IN)
Around the Region May 3, 2008
ALSO HAPPENING: A flea market will be at the Don Pedro Market, two miles east of Bonds Flat Road, from 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. on May 10, sponsored by the Gold Chain Lions Club. Food will be available and booths are still available to rent, at a cost of $10 each. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Bending over backwards May 2, 2008
Folk melodies were played and a number of beautiful traditional handicrafts such as porcelain, dragons and lions were used as stage props. "Sichuan is rich in natural and cultural legacies. Absorbing the spirits of the sun, the sky and the earth, the place is marvelous," says Li Longyin. (Xinhuanet, China)
Lions Raise $24,000 For Park Expansion Apr 18, 2008
The McConnellsburg Lions Club hosted a successful dinner auction Saturday evening at American Legion Post 561 in McConnellsburg ... Lions Club President Brett Cornelius said We had a great crowd ... We re moving dirt at the park now, and it is a crucial time to raise the remaining funds that will allow us to improve and maintain the McConnellsburg Lions Community Park for years to come. (Fulton County News, PA)
Dine with Lion Legends Apr 17, 2008
Penn State Nittany Lions Football, Basketball, and Recruiting. FightOnState. (LionNews.com)
Kevorkian to be released from prison in June Apr 13, 2008
Mike OHara: In my first Mock Draft, I projected Oregon running back Jonathan Stewart as the player the Lions should draft on the first round. No player adds more immediate impact. (Yahoo News -- Assisted Suicide & Euthanasia)
Pa. Maple Festival pays tribute to Mother Nature’s gift Mar 28, 2008
Every year at the Meyersdale Community Center, the Meyersdale Lions Club serves up hot pancakes and sausage and plenty of maple syrup for visitors near and far. Quilt Show. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Obituaries for Friday, March 28, 2008 Mar 28, 2008
He also served on the Montana Town Board, was a member of the Waumandee Lions Club and the IFYE to Pakistan, and was a volunteer fireman for the Waumandee-Montana Fire Department. He is survived by his wife, Marion of Waumandee/Independence; three daughters, Wanda (Greg) Koshak of Larson, Wis. (Winona Daily News, MN)
YouTubes just wild about Harry Potter send-up Mar 23, 2008
A Kingston man s mock- [] puppet show this week beat a mock-Paris Hilton music video, a power drink commercial spoof and millions of other user-created shows to win Best Comedy Video in the second annual YouTube Video Awards. It started as little cartoons and the cartoons evolved into real puppets and eventually I had millions of views, said Neil Cicierega, 21, who has posted several musical Flash animation and live-action Potter Puppet Pals shows on the Web site ... The refrain became the... (Boston Herald)
City may do construction on four busy streets Mar 23, 2008
- Hear a request from the Cloverleaf Lions Club to use the Albert Lea Municipal Airport for the club s annual Cloverleaf Lions Fly-in Breakfast on June 8. - Introduce an amendment to the city ordinance on crime-free housing. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
March 25 in Woodbury Zoners Will Discuss Concerns About House Mar 19, 2008
The commission authorized the zoning enforcement officer to issue permits for the New Morning Natural and Organic's Earth Day celebration taking place Saturday, April 19, and the Woodbury Lions Club car show at Hollow Park, taking place Sunday, June 1. Mr. Wood provided an update on Rod Taylor's compliance with outstanding zoning enforcement officer orders pertaining to work at his property, Woodbury Ski and Racquet, 785 Washington Rd.. (Voices, CT)
Stanford News Mar 7, 2008
Lions Club Anniversary Dinner. John Thorpe submitted the following information regarding the Lions Club anniversary dinner ... "This year, the Stanford Lions Club will celebrate its 50th Anniversary. We will be celebrating this event by holding a banquet on May 17 at Coppola's Italian can Bistro on Route 9 in Hyde Park. The guest speaker will be past International Director Robert Klein from Stony Point. Dinner choices will be filet mignon, salmon filet or bistro chicken. Dancing will follow the... (Pine Plains Register Herald, NY)
Devils get a tuneup Mar 6, 2008
Marcus Landry scored 15 points and the No. 10 Badgers (25-4, 15-2) trounced the Nittany Lions (14-15, 6-11) to clinch at least a share of the Big Ten regular-season championship. Vanderbilt 86, Mississippi St. 85 - Shan Foster had a career-high 42 points and hit his final nine 3-point attempts, the last with 2. (Boston Herald)
Lions set annual auction Feb 16, 2008
Cameron Lions are contacting local businesses for donations of items for their annual benefit radio auction set April 21, 22 and 23 ... In addition, the Cameron Lions Club supports the Texas Lions Children's Camp and helps families who cannot afford eye glasses for their children ... Without the support of local businesses and residents, our auction would not be such an enormous success, Lions President Mike Cullen said. (Cameron Herald, TX)
Playground Listings Feb 15, 2008
Sports Lover's Valentine's Party Meet top athletes, including B.C. Lions defensive back Mark Washington and former CFLer Tony Proudfoot, who founded the Tony Proudfoot Research Fund after being diagnosed with ALS. Event features food, prizes, and a silent auction. All proceeds to the ALS Society of B.C. Rosedale on Robson Suite Hotel (838 Hamilton), Feb. 14, 4:30-6 pm by donation at the door. (Vancouver Sun)
senior briefs Feb 9, 2008
Bring to the meeting used eye glasses for the Lions and old flags for disposal by the VFW. Refreshments will be served. St. Aloysius Senior Citizens will meet Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
What’s going on in and around Richmond Richmond County? Feb 3, 2008
BLOOD DRIVE: Hamlet Lions Club 3 to 7 p.m.. Feb. 22. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
In New York: A bookworm's holiday Jan 10, 2008
Though noteworthy libraries dot the five boroughs of New York, including the new Bronx Library Center and historic branches financed by Andrew Carnegie, the natural place to start is at the famous lions on Fifth Avenue, at what is officially the Humanities and Social Sciences Library. This winter, the landmark library at 42nd Street is home to "Beatific Soul: Jack Kerouac on the Road," an exhibition built largely from the library's own Jack Kerouac Archive. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Message of the menorah Dec 4, 2007
Primarily 18th- and 19th-century European menorahs, especially those "that are a little different," with details that include intricately rendered lions of Judah and other Jewish symbols. But while Levy appreciates the craftsmanship that goes into each, he doesn't bother tracking their value on the antiques market. (The Palm Beach Post)
Monday Back in time 12-03-2007 Dec 4, 2007
The Lions Club annual carnival will get under way tomorrow at the vacant building first door south of Hart s Pharmacy. Dec. 3, 1947: Pfc. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Paying homage to NFL's Iron Man Nov 29, 2007
Paul Sancya / APPackers quarterback Brett Favre set a Green Bay record with 20 consecutive completions and finished with a season-high 381 yards and three touchdowns in the Packers' 37-26 victory over the Detroit Lions last week ... Paul Sancya / APPackers quarterback Brett Favre set a Green Bay record with 20 consecutive completions and finished with a season-high 381 yards and three touchdowns in the Packers' 37-26 victory over the Detroit Lions last week ... Also cheering will be millions of... (Los Angeles Times)
Backers plan private/public partnership in Old Greenwich Nov 17, 2007
It has, nevertheless, continued to host annual events such as The Historical Society of the Town of Greenwich's Antiquarius Antiques Show, and the Lions Club's annual pancake breakfast. The town also leases space to independent groups and runs several recreational and athletic programs there. (Greenwich Time)
Holiday sales feature crafts, antiques Nov 2, 2007
The fair is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Nov. 16-17, at the Langlois Lions Hall on Floras Lake Loop. The event is an 11-year collaboration between the Friends of the Langlois Library and the Langlois Lions Club, and will feature 25 vendors selling unique crafts and collectibles, home-baked goods, quality used books, and other treats ... The Lions will offer light lunches and desserts for purchase. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Harvest fest called 'really fun' Oct 28, 2007
Theres variety, she said, already having painted lions, tigers, robots, superheroes and princesses. Kale Hunt, 18 months, had his face painted as a lion to match the lion costume his mother, Erika Hunt, bought on eBay. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
This Weekend Oct 26, 2007
The event will run from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Moriarty Lions Club building. Admission is $100 and only 150 tickets will be sold, according to event organizers. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Bulletin board Oct 24, 2007
The Kingston Lions Club has monthly luncheon meetings the third Thursday of each month at the Royal Garden Restaurant ... The Kingston Lions Club is a nonprofit, charitable organization that sponsors Troop 49 Boy Scouts, Pack 49 Cub Scouts, Road to Responsibility events, eye and ear research and many other worth causes, locally and globally ... The Kingston Lions Club is looking for donations for its annual flea market. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Special sales to benefit White Elephant Oct 24, 2007
Because of the popularity and large crowds at this event, additional parking will be behind Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, just a few steps south of the library and more parking near the Lions Bin. For those who want to explore the White Elephant more, other departments will be open for business, too, including special collectible items set aside especially for the event. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
New Sights, Activities Slated For Fall Festival Oct 13, 2007
Furthermore, the Chamber will be hosting its annual antique and craft show at the Lions Club building and surrounding parking lots located at 301 East Maple Street, McConnellsburg Friday through Sunday ... If tractors aren t your thing, the McConnellsburg Alumni ;Friends Association is in the process of establishing a McConnellsburg Alumni Museum and Fulton County All Sports Museum in the Lions Club Building. (Fulton County News, PA)
Police Beat: Oct. 12, 2007 Oct 13, 2007
Oct. 7, 2:08 a.m.: The South-Central DUI Enforcement Team contacted Chance David James Gypin, 18, of Big Lake after he drove a stolen vehicle into a ditch on Big Lake Road near Lions Court. Gypin was found to be operating the vehicle under the influence on a suspended driver's license and had at one point dragged the owner of the vehicle for several feet as he attempted to flee with the vehicle. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Get the Info Oct 11, 2007
Race begins at 8 a.m. at Florida Park with Poker Run stops at Hidden Cove, Dolittle Park, Lions Park and back to Florida Park for the finish. Awards to top three finishers based on time and best poker hand. (Orlando Sentinel)
Caramel apples highlight a fall festival weekend Oct 6, 2007
The Sugar Camp Lions Club is sponsoring an all-you-can-eat Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday night from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Sugar Camp Town Hall. The Grandview Orchard in Antigo is hosting their Grandview Applefest on Saturday and Sunday. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Local calendar Oct. 4 edition Oct 6, 2007
Lions membership A member of the community can become a Tewksbury Lion by invitation from a local Lions Club ... Brochures about Lions are available at the public library or town hall. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Bulletin board: Oct. 4, 2007 Oct 4, 2007
Alum Creek Lions Club will have its fall Arts and Crafts Fair from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday in the community building, Coal River Road. Embroidery demonstrations, prizes and more will be featured. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Noble is "Heritage Hero" Oct 2, 2007
The Marlboro Lions Club will offer free and confidential eye, vision and hearing screening on Main Street in the Lions Eyemobile, a state of the art vision-screening center ... Lions Eyemobile - all day. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
South Bulletin Board Sep 6, 2007
Bethel Park -- Bethel Park Lions Club will hold its semi-annual fish fry fund-raising event, rain or shine, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 14 at Lions Park, 5757 Irishtown Road ... Proceeds benefit Lions charities and maintenance of Lions Park. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Yard Art Is in Eye of Beholder and Court Sep 5, 2007
Ronald Kuper has stone lions guarding the sidewalks to his Webster Groves house, which also features seven collectible automobiles displayed in a couple of driveways and a backyard rimmed with a waist-high iron fence and several stone columns. In the backyard are a dozen seminude female statues surrounding a couple of ornate birdbaths. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Labor Day fun and food abound Aug 29, 2007
The Wetumpka Lions Club will host its annual barbecue fund-raiser at Gold Star Park from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost is 7 per plate, which contains barbecue, sauce, slaw, baked beans, bread and dessert. Tickets are available from any Lions Club member. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Sunday was Fun Day at Frontenac Aug 28, 2007
Lions Club of Union Springs organizes the event each year ... Sons of the American Legion sold barbecue chicken, Lions Club offered food, and American Legion also sold meals ... t's a fundraiser to raise money for the community (organizations) and a social event to draw people together, Lions President Tim Dodman said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Holton Rosenquist Aug 25, 2007
He was a member of the Tiskilwa Masonic Lodge, Tiskilwa Lions Club, and St. Jude Episcopal Church. He also served on the Tiskilwa Village Board. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
