A Great Evening Celebration
The Eugene Downtown Lions Club's Annual Awards and Installation Banquet was held on Friday, June 27th, at the Hilton Garden Inn. Past President Lion Jim Newton was the Master of Ceremonies for the evening. Lion President Jim Origliosso (Jim’O) welcomed everyone. The food at the buffet was delicious. Lion Past District Governor, PCC, and PID Ed Gear was the guest speaker and installed the new Officers and Board of Directors.
Lion President Jim O gave out many awards. Starting with the top awards, Lion Judith Grosenick was presented with the “Robbie Award”, which is the highest award that is given by the EDT Lions Club. It’s named after the late Lion Ralph Robinson. The “Lion of the Year” award was presented to Lion Ted Fox, and the “Lion Cub Award was presented to Lion Monica Kratzke. Lion Susan Pfanner was given the “Helen Keller Benefactor” award, which is the highest award in Lionism. Oregon Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation “Spirit of Service” awards were presented to Lions: Beth Sheehan, Kathy Hinson, Bruce Curtis, and Ed McMahon. Lion Sandi Patton received the Oregon Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation Honor Roll, Lion Norma Barbisan was given an “Outstanding Service Star.” Lion Karen Norton was given an “Appreciation” award, as did Lion Sharon Newton. Lion Past President Jim Koch received the “President's Appreciation” Award and Ribbon.
Installation of Officers and Board of Directors was performed by Lion PDG, PCC, and PID Ed Gear. The Officers are Lions: President Liz Roberts, Immediate Past President Jim Origliosso, 1st VP Ted Fox, 2nd VP Sandi Patton, 3rd VP Susan Pfanner, Secretary Beth Sheehan, Treasurer Kathy Hinson, Lion Tamer Jim Origliosso, and Tain Twister Sandy Patton. Board of Directors (none present) Lions: Jim Arscott, Bruce Curtis, Connie Fehlman, Jim Mueller, Monica Tarrant, Tandy Curtis, Kat Chinn, Chuck Atwater, and Chantelle Baldwin.
Lion Jim’O gave his final words as President to the group. Then incoming Lion President Liz Roberts gave her remarks to the Club. Don't forget the delicious cake that was the final kickoff to the new Lions Year.
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Mother's Day/Father's Day Raffle Winner!
Members of the Eugene Downtown Lions Club gathered at Claim 52 on May 1st at 6:00 pm to witness the drawing of the winning ticket in our "Mother/Father Raffle. Lion Jimmy Koch organized the raffle with the Main Prize Package consisting of a 2-night stay at Three Rivers Casino plus a 100 dollar voucher, a private flight over the Willamette Valley piloted by Lion Jim O, and a Gourmet Coffee Package from Main Street Coffee/Cascades Estates. Lion Connie Fehlman picked the winning ticket from the spinning barrel and Lion Jimmy announced the name on the winning ticket. The winner is Dave Kammerrer. He also had the choice of a special Mother's Day Package or a Father's Day package. He picked the Father’s Day Package. Congratulations to Dave and thanks to everyone who purchased a ticket. The event brought in $3,000.00. Good job Lion Jimmy.
Special thanks to our sponsors: Three Rivers Casino Resort, Main Street Coffee Co/Cascades Estates, Claim 52, Jerry’s, Cascade Estates, My Party Bus, Sarver Winery, Adventures Northwest, Hult Center, Lube-It USA, Tim’s Trims, and Kaleidoscopic Moon.
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The Dessert Dash consisted of really beautiful and delicious deserts. One of the winners of a wonderful cake, Lion Susan Pfanner, shared her cake with those sitting at her table. She was even gracious enough to offer me a piece of her cake. I can attest to it being very delicious.
Another Successful Pancake Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Eugene Downtown Lions Club’s 15th annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus was held Saturday, December 14th from 9 am until noon at the Heartfelt House 116 St. Joseph Place, Springfield. Volunteers served a breakfast of pancakes, sausage, eggs, cocoa, and coffee. Holiday items were available for sale, four kid's bikes with helmets were raffled off along with a mini trike.
The attending families and guests obviously had fun. Besides the meal, there were things for the youngsters to do. There was cookie decorating and balloon maker, Mark Bickley. Each youngster got to choose a stuffed animal donated to Heartfelt House by PetSmart. The raffle winners are: Jade Alvarado, Al Kinoos, Ashley Chandler, Sarah, and Lion Dale Bachman, who gave his prize to one of the youngsters.
Santa and Mrs. Claus were big hits with the kids and their parents as they took family pictures. The youngest children were especially cute meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus. Now we get down to the financial outcome. Ticket sales totaled over $1,000 with raffle ticket sales near $500. The raffle ticket sales profit was donated to Heartfelt House. The rest of the profits go to the Club’s Activity Fund.
Special thanks to all of our sponsors and in-kind sponsors: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon and Southwest Washington, Cris Dental, QCS, Eugene Mission, Engage Health Clinic, Parties to Go, Bi-Mart, and Lane Forest Products Thanks, of course, to all the individuals and families who attended the event and our volunteers.
14 January 2025
Tim Chuey, Publicity Chairman, Eugene Downtown Lions Club
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The Eugene Downtown Lions Club celebrated its 100th Anniversary with a Gala on February 24, 2024, at the Eugene Country Club. To honor this great achievement Eugene Mayor Lucy Vinis issued a Proclamation honoring the Club’s 100th Anniversary. There were special guests and shared memories of the 100 years of service by the club members.
The Gala began with a Social hour. Lion Judith Grosenick introduced herself as Mistress of Ceremonies and gave the podium to Lion President Jimmy Koch who officially welcomed everyone to this monumental event.
Lion Past International Director Ed Gear introduced the many Special Guests who were in attendance. They included Leah Malcolm, Ex. Sec.; Linda Stent, PDG; Phyllis Carlin, CC& DG; Ed Gear, PID, PDG, CC; Lynn Coon, DG: Chuck Blanchard, PDG; David O’Kelley, PDG; Mary Lee Turner, PDG; Doug Thompson, C.E.O OLSHF; Bob Chaney, PCC; Diane Bash, Dist. 36R Cabinet Secretary and Vincent Bishop, PDG, CC, 36R ExAdmin.
Lion Tim Chuey gave the invocation and then the dinner was served. Two special cakes were prepared for the occasion. They were delicious!
Two tables were set up with photos of the many Past Presidents who guided the Club during their time as President and two poster boards displayed the events and publicity the club garnered over the years.
The formal program began at 6:30 pm with a spotlight video by Lion Jeff Musgrove who was still at his residence in Hawaii.
The following speakers gave two-minute reminiscences about their Eugene Downtown Lions Club experiences: Lions Yvonne Hamson, Roger Smith, Jim Mueller, Karen Norton, and Mary Lee Turner.
A special spotlight video wrapped up the program as Lion Gold Fabian, who wasn’t able to attend in person, congratulated the Club on its hundredth Anniversary as she just celebrated her 100th birthday. A very stirring presentation I might add.
Social Hour music was provided by three members of the Eugene-Springfield Youth Orchestra.
This article could have been written in very flowery prose, but it is better to let the emotion of the event speak for itself.
9 May 2024
Tim Chuey
Publicity Chairman Eugene Downtown Lions Club
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