2008
January
District Governor Neil Canan, along with Lion Phyllis and Region Chairperson Peg Blair, visited the Midway Lions on January 28, 2008.
ZC Joe Winters, RC Peg Blair, DG Neil Canan, Lion Phyllis Canan, and Pres. Louis Ursitz
2007
December
Kayla McQuillan entertained the Lions on Dec. 10. Later, President Louis R. Ursitz, on behalf of the Lions Club, presented Kayla with a gift card.
November
Tribute to Lion Jack
The Midway
Area Lions Club truly lost a remarkable Lion when Lion
Jack N. Schwartz passed away on November 26, 2007.
Lion Schwartz, a Melvin Jones Fellow, gave his all to Lionism:
He participated in every activity; over the years, he raised many
thousands of dollars for Lions Club charities; and never missed a meeting even
while struggling with the cruelties of cancer.
In fact, the first meeting he missed was on the day he passed away.
Lion Jack
proved his leadership skills in many areas of life but in 1999-2000 he received
the President Excellence Award for being an outstanding President of the Midway
Lions. He chaired the National Honor
Society Awards Committee for many years, and he was Public Relations
Chairperson. In addition, he
introduced six new members into Lionism.
Most of
all, Lion Jack will probably be remembered by his fellow lions for his sense of
humor. Not a meeting went by that
Lion Jack didn’t have a joke, story, or an amusing anecdote to relate.
September
Past International Director Donald Nagode inducted new lion, Nedra Ursitz, into the Midway Lions on September 10. President Louis R. Ursitz sponsored his mother; Lion Nedra is the fourth member of her immediate family to become a lion.
New Lion Nedra, President Louis Ursitz and PID Don Nagode Lions Louis T., Louis R., Jessica, & Nedra Ursitz
July
Members and their spouses commemorated the Thirtieth Anniversary of the Midway Area Lions Club on July 9, 2007, at the Doctor's In Restaurant in Hickory. The food was delicious and everyone had an enjoyable evening.
Sec. Louise & ZC Joe Winters Past Pres. Jerry Hatton Jean & Treasurer Bill Sergi
Lion Jack and spouse Pat Schwartz Lions Jack & Bella Klenik Tail Twister Judy Ginzer
June
The Midway Lions hosted the Annual Installation Picnic on June 11, 2007. The officers of the Midway and McDonald Lions and the McDonald Lioness clubs were installed by District Governor Elect Neil Canan.
DGE Neil instructs Lion Judy on being a Tail Twister. The Lion Tamers: Lioness Loraine, Lion Bill, & Lion John
Treasurers: PDG Gene & Lion Bill Secretaries: Lioness Betty, Lion Joe, & Lion Louise
The VP's: Lion Bella, Lioness Mary, & Lion Patrick Presidents: Lions Lou and Barb
Directors: Lions Chuck, Jack, & Joe Newly installed King Lion Lou Ursitz with his family
May
Region Chairperson Peg Blair visited the Midway Lions on May 21, 2007. RC Blair was accompanied by Lion Kay Laskody. Both Lions are members of the Waynesburg Lions Club. RC Peg spoke to the members about Campaign Sight First II, part of the Lions commitment to rid the world of preventable and reversible blindness.
Lion Kay Laskody & RC Peg Blair with Midway Lions Pres. Jerry Hatton RC Peg presents Pres. Hatton with a 10 yr. Beacon Lodge "500 Club" pin.
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On May 14, 2007, the Midway Lions, along with the Hickory and McDonald Lions, participated in the 39th Annual National Honor Society Banquet. The event was hosted by the McDonald Lions and was held at St. Alphonsus Church in McDonald, PA. Twenty-two senior members of the Fort Cherry National Honor Society were presented certificates of achievement by the presidents of the 3 lions clubs. The keynote speaker was Mrs. Beverly Clayton, a Fort Cherry Alumna.
Mrs. Clayton and McDonald Lion President Barb Biondi
Pictured above are the senior members of the Fort Cherry National Honor Society.
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As of May 9, 2007, the Midway Lions have a paper retriever for recycling newspapers, magazines, junk mail, and other paper items. A large blue Allied Waste bin was obtained and decorated through the efforts of Lions Jack and Bella Klenik. The bin is located in the parking lot of the Midway Community Center.
March
At the March 12, 2007, meeting, the guest speaker was Penny Layne along with her her Assistance Dog, Faun, who were representing the PAWS with a Cause organization. Together, Penny and Faun demonstrated some of the services that these special dogs can perform for disabled people. PAWS with a Cause even trains dogs to assist people who are both blind and disabled.
Faun demonstrates how she retrieves a telephone. President Hatton presents a certificate of appreciation
to Penny & Faun
February
The Midway Lions hosted a meeting of Region 1, Zone A on Feb.26, 2007. Zone Chairperson Joe Winters reviewed the upcoming events in District 14-M, and Webmaster Louise Winters discussed the District 14-M Web site. Members of the Hickory Lions, McDonald Lions, Midway Lions, and the Hickory Lioness Clubs attended.
Even Leader Dog Puppy Harley attended even though he had a cast on his front
paw.
January
At the January 8, 2007, meeting, President Jerry Hatton presented Midway Lion Bella Klenik with her first Key Award. Last year, Bella sponsored two new members into Lionism.
2006
December
In lieu of the regular business meeting, the Midway Lions and their spouses were entertained by Kayla McQuillan who performed several songs from her Christmas CD. President Jerry Hatton presented Kayla with a Certificate of Appreciation. Later, Lion Jack Schwartz entertained the group with an amusing story.
Kayla performing Presiden Hatton with Kayla Lion Jack Schwartz
November
The Midway Lions teamed up with the Canonsburg Lions to host the Harlem Ambassadors in a basketball game against the Magnificent Lions Pride on November 8, 2006. The contest was held at the Canon McMillan High School. Those who participated as well as those in attendance had a fun time!
Coach Judy & the Magnificent Lions Pride Three Leader Dog Puppies attended the game.
The Pride takes some practice shots. Lion Eugene of the Pride poses with the Ambassadors.
The Ambassadors with 2 of the Leader Dogs
September
DG Gloria Visits Midway Lions
DG Gloria, Pres. Hatton, Secy Louise, & Treas. Bill
On September 25, the club was pleased to host District Governor Gloria Saloom who was accompanied by her mother and Region Chairperson Jeff Browett and his spouse Beverly. DG Gloria brought greetings from International President Jimmy Ross and explained the meaning of the word LIONS. Through a brief anecdote, the Governor conveyed her theme for this year: “Lions are Angels.” The governor then presented 100% attendance awards to the following members: Bill Daniels, Judy Ginzer,
Jerry Hatton, B.J. Klenik, Jack Klenik, Connie Martin, PID Nagode, Jack Schwartz, Bill Sergi, ZC Joe Winters, and Louise Winters.
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Midway Lions Receive Awards
PDG Bill Hill, ZC Joe, PID Ross, PDG ED, Dolores DiMarco & Dottie Hill
PDG Ed, Louise, & PID Sam Milliken ZC Joe Winters & Lion Judy Ginzer
At the Banner Exchange and Awards Banquet on July 30, three Midway Lions were recipients of awards presented by Immediate Past District Governor Ed Gursky. Zone Chairperson Joe Winters received a Ross F. DiMarco Fellowship and the DG’s Certificate of Appreciation for zone chairpersons. Lion Louise Winters was presented with an International President’s Certificate of Appreciation. Past Secretary Judy Ginzer was the recipient of a 100% Secretary Award.