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2019

Lions in the Local News

The 5/1/2019 Williamsburg Gazette highlighted Arc Executive Director Pam McGregor's recent visit to the Williamsburg Host Lions Club as a guest speaker. Pictured here with Lion Lisa DeVore (L) and WHLC President John Dean.

An eventful 4/16/2019 Club Meeting

Several athletes from the Lafayette Rams attended our April 16, 2019 meeting as well. Pictured here with Lion Steve Anderson (L), Coach Andy Linn, and Lion President John Dean (R).
Several athletes from the Lafayette Rams attended our April 16, 2019 meeting as well. Pictured here with Lion Steve Anderson (L), Coach Andy Linn, and Lion President John Dean (R).
Several athletes from the Lafayette Rams attended our April 16, 2019 meeting as well. Pictured here with Lion Steve Anderson (L), Coach Andy Linn, and Lion President John Dean (R).
Lion Jeff Jacobs performed the induction of new members Jacki and Collin Bruce on April 16, 2019.
Lion Jeff Jacobs performed the induction of new members Jacki and Collin Bruce on April 16, 2019.
Andy Linn, the head coach of the Lafayette  High School Football Team, shared some insights on Rams athletics at our April 16, 2019 club meeting.
Andy Linn, the head coach of the Lafayette  High School Football Team, shared some insights on Rams athletics at our April 16, 2019 club meeting.
Lion Jeff Jacobs received recognition for past achievements and contributions to the Franklin Lions Club from visiting Franklin Lions Clyde Parker (L) and Dick Gilbert (R).

2019 Charter Night -- 85th Anniversary

Region IV meeting at the Piankatank Ruritan Club

Upon arrival, Lion Lisa had to obtain photographic evidence for certain skeptics that (a) Piankatank is the name of an actual place (river) and (b) that she was actually going there.

(Region IV meeting at the Piankatank Ruritan Club, 3/12/2019)

The meeting was well-attended, and we enjoyed presentations from a number of informative speakers. 
The raffle drawing was kind to Lion Walker... 
... and Lion Ray ...  
... and Lion Pat ... 
... and Lion Lisa.

Bland Competition

Robert Hodge entertaining guests at the 3/2/2019 Bland Competition.
The 3/2/2019 Bland Competition contestants, including winners Kearston Gonzales, Violinist (2nd from left), and Hailey Williams, Soprano (2nd from right). Congratulations and good luck as you advance in the competition!
Bland Competition 3/2/2019 participants.
Bland Competition 3/2/2019.
Bland Competition 3/2/2019.
Bland Competition 3/2/2019.
Executive Director of The Arc of Greater Williamsburg Pam McGregor addressed the club on February 19, 2019.
Lions in the local news, Feb 2019
Bland Competition Feb 6, 2019:  Second place winner, Sujay Venuganti, pianist, played Beethoven's Sonata in F minor Opus 2 No. 1, Allegro
Bland Competition Feb 6, 2019:  Third place winner, Richie Bui, pianist, played Scarlatti's Sonata in F minor K. 386
Bland Competition Feb 6, 2019:  First place winner, Rachel Yu, pianist, played Chopin's Waltz in C sharp minor Opus 64, No. 2.
Bland Competition Feb 6, 2019:  First place winner, Holly Romanelli, soprano vocalist, receiving her certificates from Lion Robert Hodge. She sang Mercadante's L'abbandonata and was ccompanied by pianist Ashley Frye.
Bland Competition Feb 6, 2019: Master of Ceremonies Lion Robert Hodge, striking a pose for the camera.
Bland Competition Feb 6, 2019:  Congratulations to Richie Bui, Sujay Venuganti, Rachel Yu, and Holly Romanelli for their outstanding performances!
Karen Joyner, CEO of the Virginia Peninsula Food Bank, recently addressed our club. Pictured here with Lions Pat Kerr  and John Dean
 
Remember ... there will be additional photos forthcoming, so check back soon!

2017 & 2018

Annual Christmas Parade -- 2017

Annual Christmas Parade -- 2017

Annual Christmas Parade -- 2017
Courtney Thomas, CPS Family Services Specialist II, receiving a certificate of appreciation.
Congressman Rob Whitman visiting Williamsburg Host Lions Club, September 2017.
United Way Day of Caring, 2017.
Williamsburg Host Lions Club members attending the final District 24-D meeting in Smithfield, VA on June 13, 2018.
Williamsburg Host Lions Club members attending the final District 24-D meeting in Smithfield, VA on June 13, 2018.
Williamsburg Host Lions Club members attending the final District 24-D meeting in Smithfield, VA on June 13, 2018.
 Preparing Brunswick Stew! (2018)
Brunswick Stew! (2018)
Brunswick Stew! (2018)
Lions 100 year banner, mini
Region meeting, March 2018
Region meeting, March 2018
Typical meeting at the Holiday Inn Gateway

New International Flag Display, courtesy of Lion Leo

Passing of the gavel from Lion Bill Mershon to Lion John Dean

Our club's charter
President of the Williamsburg Youth Baseball League (WYBL) Tom Richardson and Director of the Board Jesse Williams presented our club President Bill Mershon with a plaque thanking the club for many continuous years of sponsorship for the team.

 
Lions in the local news!
Lions Lisa DeVore, Bill Mershon, Bert Bull, and Doug Brown helping out at our annual Sweet Vidalia Onion Fundraiser.
Guest speaker Williamsburg Police Chief Sean Dunn, pictured with Lions Dudley Orr and Bill Mershon.
Williamsburg Host Lions Club Incoming Officers, 2018-19.
Lions in the local news!
Heritage Humane Society Executive Director Kim Laska, pictured with Lions Lisa DeVore and John Dean.
Medical Eye Bank Dinner, August 2018
Medical Eye Bank Dinner, August 2018
Medical Eye Bank Dinner, August 2018
Medical Eye Bank Dinner, August 2018
Medical Eye Bank Dinner, August 2018
Lions supporting the 2018 LPGA Tournament

Lion Bruce Young delivered 821 eyeglasses to the NN eyeglass recycling center in August 2018.

Pictured here with Carol Adams. 

Lions Paul Kerr and Pat Kerr recently visited the Peninsula Food Bank to pick up supplies for FISH, Inc.
CAPT A. Waters, York County Department of Fire and Life Safety, April 17, 2018 Guest Speaker
Lion Ray Staton thanks our 7/17/18 guest speaker, District 24-I Governor Jeff Gaddis.
Lions supporting the LPGA tour
Making a point about Lions' involvent with vision screening?
Annual Holiday Parade Enthusiasm!
Lion Kim, Halloween 2016
Lions Bert (Tail Twister) and Kim (Admin Treasurer)
Lions Halloween 2016
Lions Kim, Pat and Robert
Lions Pam Kidwell, PDG, Lion Kim Miller, and Lion Ray Y., PDG
The RN Table -- and it doesn't stand for Registered Nurses!
J.R. Locke and Tom Shriver joined us on September 4, 2018, to discuss The First Tee Peninsula program.
Charles S. Gates, DTM, from the VOICES of Williamsburg Toastmasters Club was our 6/5/18 guest speaker. Pictured with Lions Lisa DeVore and Bill Mershon.
Diane Cavazos, foundress of Veritas Prep School , spoke to the Williamsburg Host Lions Club about the importance of civic literacy on September 18th, 2018
Guest speaker Barbara Monteith, Developmental Specialist with the Alzheimer's Association's Southeastern Virginia Chapter, pictured with Lion Leo Morrissette and Club President John Dean.
Lion Bruce and Lion Doug looking pretty happy at the Bacon, Bourbon, and Beach Music Fest!
Lion Barbara Skur at the White Cane Fundraiser, October 2018
Bill Gough at the White Cane Fundraiser, October 2018
Lions Mary Lou, Chet, and Pat representing our club at the Fall Conference, October 2018
Lions Bill Blanks, John Dean, Jim Tussing, Bill Mershon, Ray Staton, Chet Kramer, Mike Villag-gio, Pat Kerr, Bert Bull, and Mary Lou Newman helping to keep the streets of Williamsburg trash-free!
Lions Shana and Doc at the White Cane Fundraiser, October 2018
The 'Miracle on DoG Street' float mural.
Taking a break from float preparations.
Taking a break from float preparations.
Parade preparations, 2018
Parade preparations, 2018
Holiday float, 2018
Parade preparations, 2018
Parade preparations, 2018
Holiday float preparations, 2018
Holiday float preparations, 2018
Holiday float preparations, 2018
Holiday float preparations, 2018
Parade preparations, 2018
Our 2018 Christmas Parade float with the theme 'Miracle on DoG Street'
Christmas Parade, 12/1/2018
Williamsburg Magazine pulled a photo of our 2017 float for an article about the then-upcoming 2018 event!
Guest Speaker, 10/16/2018
October 20, 2018 guest speaker Brooke Corson, founder of Mutts with a Mission, pictured with Lions Lisa DeVore and club president John Dean. And let's not forget Hathcock, the highly trained and well-behaved star of the show!
PCC Chet Kramer, with Lion Mike Villaggio's assistance, welcomes our three newest members to the Williamsburg Host Lions Club.
WHLC Members Judy McDede, Leslie Stockman, and Lynda Kliewerda with Lions Chet Kramer and Mike Villaggio.
WHLC Members Leslie Stockman, Judy McDede, and Lynda Kliewerda with Lions Mike Villaggio and John Dean.
 
 Remember ... there will be additional photos forthcoming, so check back soon!

 

 

 


 

 

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