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WHAT'S THE NEWS IN DISTRICT 9SE?
FT. Madison Lion makes his own opportunities!
Bob Bixenman, despite limited eyesight, saw ways to help others in business, service
By now it should be well established that "Life isn't fair!"
Consider the life of Robert "Bix" Bixenman, who suffered an unfortunate near loss of his eyesight at the age of 12, through no fault of his own.
For more of this story, click on or type the URL below:
http://www.dailydem.com/articles/2011/12/02/news/news2.txt
Donnellson Lions active at Christmas time
The Donnellson Lions Club rang bells for the Salvation army one day in
early December, as they have done for the past several years.
The Donnellson Lions Club sponsored a Santa visit on Dec. 3rd,
listening to the requests and confirming that the youngsters behaviors
have been very good. This makes approximately the 40th year of
bringing Santa to town. Santa gave out treats to 40 youngsters in a 2
hour span. Happy Holidays everyone.
Keokuk Lions Ring Bells for Salvation Army
Lion Tricia Merydith and Lion Brenda Trammell take a turn at ringing bells at the Hy-Vee store in Keokuk.
55 YEARS OF SERVICE FOR WASHINGTON MEMBER
PHOTO Caption
Lion Glen Ellis holds Certificate for 55 Years of Service, presented by Lion Al Olson, left; while President Yaro Chmelar, right, looks on
Lion Glen Ellis and wife, parents of Ginny Bordwell, moved to Washington from Sioux City a couple of years ago. Ellis was an active member of the Sioux City Lions Club and flipped hundreds and hundreds of pancakes as just one of their service club activities. He also received a Warren Coleman award.
On Tuesday, December 13, 2011, Lion Glen Ellis was presented a framed certificate for his unselfish and dedicated service to Lionism. All in attendance gave Glen a standing ovation in respect of his untiring efforts to assist others. Saturday the 90+ year old assisted with the Lions sponsored “Breakfast with Santa.”
Lone Tree Fish Supper
Be sure to attend the Lone Tree Lions Club Annual Fish Supper. It will be held at the Lone Tree School Cafeteria on Friday January 20, 2012 from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Adults $10, Children under 12 $6.00.
Ft. Madison Lions sell Burning Bushes!
Pictured are Ft. Madison Lion’s members Bob (Bix) Bixenman, Larry Holtkamp an John Gorham. They recently made a 10 hour round trip in a 25 foot enclosed trailer and pickup to pick up 200 “Burning Bushes.” They set up in a vacant lot in Ft. Madison and sold the bushes for $10 each. Normally a $50 item. Other Lion’s members helping with the sales were DeEtta Rasmussan, Julie Patterson and Ruth Mcoon. The Ft. Madison Lion’s Club grossed about $1,400 from this project.
Washington Lions Plant Trees
Listening to International President Wang Tan, the Washington Lions Club celebrates the planting of 26 trees near a pond owned by President Yaro Chmelar.
Share your club news!
Hello fellow Lions, I would love for you to send your club news my way to share in the Iowa Lion and maybe on our 9SE website----for me, send to nancysminis@hotmail.com and for the website send things directly to Alan Olson at aolson@iowatelecom.net.
In addition to sending to LCI and our district secretary Renee Quinn, Please send me a copy of your monthly reports...membership and activity hours,etc.
For the Iowa Lion issue each month I will need all things no later than the 8th. Thanks for sharing.
If you have not set up the district governor official visit yet please contact me. You can view my schedule at www.iowalions9se.org .
What Zone are you in??
Zones for District 9SE have changed slightly. Ever wonder what zone you are in? Here is the latest information:
R1Z1 Albia, Corydon, Centerville, Blakesburg, Moulton Lions, Moulton Lioness
R1Z2 Agency, Batavia, Ottumwa Noon, Ottumwa Evening, Packwood, Richland, Fremont
R1Z3 Birmingham, Fairfield, Stockport, Keosauqua, Milton, Lockridge
R2Z1 Knoxville, Leighton, Melcher-Dallas, Oskaloosa, Pella, Pleasantville Lions, Pleasantville Lioness
R2Z2 Brighton, Kalona Lioness, Sigourney, Washington, West Chester, What Cheer
R2Z3 Iowa City Host, Lone Tree, North Liberty, Marengo, Victor, Williamsburg, Oxford
R3Z1 Ainsworth, Columbus Junction, Crawfordsville, Grandview-Letts, Olds, Waco Leo, Wayland
R3Z2 Danville, Mediapolis, Morning Sun Lions, Morning Sun Lioness, Mount Pleasant, New London, Winfield
R3Z3 Fort Madison, Burlington Leo, Burlington Noon, Donnellson, Keokuk, West Burlington
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