CALUMET CITY
LIONS CLUB
1939 - (Our 86th year of Community Service) - 2026
We were chartered on November 1, 1939, and have provided help and served those in need in the community ever since. Our club is part of Lions Clubs International, the world’s largest service organization, with more than 1.4 million members in hundreds of countries and geographical areas. The proceeds from our fund-raisers are used to provide aid for the blind, visually-handicapped, deaf and hearing-impaired as well as many other worthwhile causes. Current members of the Calumet City Lions Club represent more than 1,000 years of community service through Lionism. (Click on PHOTO GALLERY on the upper left to view a picture of our current members.)
More info: Calumet City Lions, PO Box 67, Calumet City Il 60409 or denhalloran@gmail.com
JANUARY
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year Lions! 
I hope you enjoyed a joyful holiday season and are ready to begin another meaningful year of service together. Please join us for our 2026 Kickoff Meeting on Tuesday, January 13th, featuring our District Governor and fellow Lions from clubs across the area. This will be one of our largest meetings to date and a wonderful opportunity to meet, mingle, and strengthen connections with Lions who share our commitment to serving others. We truly encourage everyone to attend and help us start the year inspired and energized. Please RSVP here: Jan. General Meeting
Before that meeting, please don’t forget about our first service project of the year:
Community Meal
WHEN: Sunday, January 11th, 2026
2:00pm–3:00pm (Please arrive around 1:30pm for set-up)
WHERE: St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church (Jesus Shepherd of Souls Parish)
768 Lincoln Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409
The Community Meal takes place in the gymnasium located behind the church building. Your time and helping hands make a real difference in our community, and we hope to see many of you there. Please let Lion Ashley know if you will be able to volunteer.
A few important reminders as we begin the year:
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Member dues are due by February 1st.
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The January meeting will be the last opportunity to earn a chance at the $20,000 prize as part of our meeting attendance incentive. We hope you’ll join us and take advantage of this exciting opportunity!
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Lastly, the District 1A Mid-Year Forum is on January 17th. Please note that registration is required. Thank you for your continued dedication and service. I look forward to seeing you soon and sharing a strong start to 2026 together.
Can you lend a hand?
Hi Lions,
'Tis the season . . . Let's Be Jolly!
A Warm Welcome to Lion Lila
Dear Fellow Lions,
It is with great joy and gratitude that I step into the role of President for the 2025–2026 Lions year! Since joining Lions in 2021, I’ve been continually inspired by the heart, humor and dedication of our members. But my passion for serving began much earlier, during my teen years, I went on more than 10 mission trips with my church, where I first discovered the deep joy that comes from giving back. That spirit of service has stayed with me ever since, and I’m proud to now be entering my 25th year of serving as an educator at Lincoln, right here in Calumet City.
A little about me: I’m married to Ryan, a kind and wonderful soul who keeps me grounded and laughing. We have two beautiful pups who run the house, and I’m a proud aunt to 16 nieces and nephews and a great aunt to two more! I enjoy reading, crafting, watching every Real Housewives franchise (don’t judge!), and I’ve been known to flutter around the room like the social butterfly I am.
As your president, I’m excited to focus on three main goals this year:
President Goals
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Bring Joy to Every Gathering – Meetings and service should lift our spirits. When we laugh and connect, we serve better. Let’s make joy part of everything we do!
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Increase Member Commitment to Service – Our work is most impactful when we all show up, ready to roll up our sleeves and give our best.
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Lead with Gratitude and Recognition – I’ll make it a priority to acknowledge your efforts and celebrate one another. When we feel seen, we shine.
Club Goals
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Grow Our Pride – Let’s welcome new members to join our mission and multiply our impact.
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90% Attendance Commitment – Showing up is the first step to making a difference. Let’s aim for strong, consistent participation.
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Share the Lions Story Loud and Proud – Our community should know who we are and what we do. Let’s be proud ambassadors of Lions Clubs International!
I’m honored to serve as your President, and I’m genuinely excited for what we can accomplish together. Most of all, I’d love to hear from you—your ideas, your energy, your vision for growing our club. Here’s to a joyful, impactful, and unforgettable year!
Got books or magazines? Our Little Libraries could use some. Contact Lion Denny to donate.
Happy Birthday_________
January 5 - Pam Eggebrecht
January 7 - Bob Lake
January 19 - Ashley Houlihan
January 23 - JR Patton
January 27 - Brian Rucinski
* * * Best wishes to Lion Esther Rothstein as she speeds down the road to recovery following recent surgery.
Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service club organization with more than 1.4 million members in approximately 46,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas around the world.
