Where: First United Methodist Church, 300 S 4th Street, Grandview, TX 76050
Members
Sue Spain & Nita Redmon proudly display the certificate of appreciation the Grandview Lions received from Leader Dogs for the Blind. Grandview Lions proudly support this worthy organization.
Helen Keller Challenged Lions Clubs in America 86 Years Ago to Help the Blind and Visually Impaired
Lions International Convention, Cedar Point, Ohio, June 30, 1925: Helen Keller takes the stage to make an eloquent plea. She said “…You have heard how through a little word dropped from the fingers of another, a ray of light from another soul touched the darkness of my mind and I found myself, found the world, found God. It is because my teacher learned about me and broke through the dark, silent imprisonment which held me that I am able to work for myself and for others. If you care, if we can make the people of this great country care, the blind will indeed triumph over blindness.”
Leader Dogs for the Blind President & CEO, Gregory Grabowski reports that nearly 5,000 Lions, Lionesses and Leo Clubs have contributed to the Leader Dogs program for year 2010-2011. Since 1939, LDB has trained over 14,000 clients from 39 countries in the use of a Leader dog. In addition to training clients on how to utilize a Leader dog, Lions raise and train Leader dog puppies, provide specialized summer youth programs and training in the use of auditory GPS location technology to increase the ability of the user to travel independently in new environments. All these services are provided free of charge to the recipient.
Grandview Lions are glad to be able to contribute to this worthy program.
For more information, please contact Leader Dog at 888.777.5332 or visit www.leaderdog.org.
In the Lion’s Den
Article courtesy of the GV Tribune
Grandview High School Junior, Katie Estep presents a speech at the Drug Awareness Council Program during the Lions District 2E-2 Mid-Winter Conference
L to R: Grandview Lion and Drug Awareness Council Chairperson for Lion’s District 2E-2, Tammy Rydell, Grandview High School Junior, Katie Estep and Simba, the Lion’s Club Mascot.
Katie Estep accomplished a feat most people would be too afraid to try. Not only did Ms. Estep stand up in a conference center in front of a large group of strangers to give a speech, but she did just that and without teleprompters, cue cards or notes. Only a natural leader can give a speech without the usual help professionals utilize. Katie’s presentation was regarding drug awareness as a part of a scholarship competition hosted annually by the District 2E-2 Lion’s Clubs of Texas. Katie came well prepared. She was dressed professionally, was articulate and made the Grandview Lions proud to have her representing Grandview. The Lion’s Club of Grandview wishes to express their gratitude to Katie Estep for her participation and wishes her every success as she pursues her goals in life.
Tammy Rydell represents the Grandview Lions Club serving as District 2E-2 Drug Awareness Council Chairperson. Mrs. Rydell is shown presenting an award at the Mid-Winter Conference during the “Opportunities for Youth Luncheon.”
Tammy Rydell has earned an honorary, lifetime membership to the Drug Awareness Council (DAC) which is one of the Lion’s District 2E-2 annual programs. In addition to providing a scholarship program through the Drug Awareness Speech contest, the Mid-Winter Conference also hosts a Diabetes Essay Contest, Peace Poster contest and a Drug Awareness Poster Contest. The Drug Awareness competition awards three scholarship prizes. This year the DAC prize scholarship amounts awarded were $2,000, $1500 and $1000, respectively.
The Drug Awareness Poster Contest is designed for elementary students as well as high school students. This program is available in four categories: third and fourth grades, fifth and sixth grades, seventh and eighth grades, and finally, ninth, tenth, eleventh and twelfth grade competitions. First second and third place prizes are given and winners receive $200, $100 and $50 gift certificates for first, second and third place. The theme this year was “Dangers and or Consequences in the Use of Drugs or Tobacco.” Judging criteria is based on originality, quality, clarity and correct spelling. This poster contest is a great way for a parent or teacher to open dialogue with their youngsters/students regarding drug and alcohol abuse and is a great incentive for any family looking for positive re-enforcement activities to raise awareness for their children of the dangers of drugs and alcohol.
Drug Awareness Council third and fourth grade category first place winning poster created by Emma Magana representing the Little Elm Lion’s Club.
District Governor Jeanne Adkison celebrates Peace Poster contest winners.
Nita Redmon networks with Dr. Stephen P. Biles. Dr. Biles represents the Texas State Library and Archives Commission as Public Awareness Coordinator regarding the “Talking Book Program” (TBP).
The Texas Talking Book program is a free library service for people who cannot read standard print because of visual, physical, or reading disabilities. All equipment and services are free including return postage. The TBP gives preference to eligible Veterans. TBP is a division of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. Since 1931, TBP has participated as a regional library of the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, a division of the Library of Congress. For more information about TBP, call toll-free in Texas at1.800.252.9605 or visit the website www.TexasTalkingBooks.org or email tbp.services@tsl.state.tx.us.
The Grandview Lion’s Club meets at noon on the first and third Tuesday every month at the First United Methodist Church in Grandview. Citizens are invited to visit the Lion’s Club and discover the joy of helping others.
