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July 2006
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Becky's Bits
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Dear Fellow Lions:
We have just returned from the International Convention in Boston, and I must say that it is amazing how one organization can bring together so many people from all over the World for one purpose, "To Serve". The Lions we met during our group training at District Governors School and during the convention itself are not just fellow Lions, they have become our friends. It is great to be a Lion and to be able to meet so many wonderful Lions from all over the World that you can call friends.
The International theme this year is "We Serve". We are getting back to the basic of serving our community. It seems like all we do is ask for money, from the clubs in our district all the way back to the community. We need to get back into our community and to start serving our community as we were indented to do. It can be a simple project of just two or three Lions cleaning out flower beds and planting new flowers around your community, to painting a house for the elderly. How about mowing someone's yard that can't do it themselves? These projects don't have to be big projects, start off slow and build up. Make it a goal to do one service project a month. Keep track of what you do, the hours and the manpower it took and what the results were. Review your projects in December, then make plans for what you what to do for the next six months starting in January 2007. I bet that your club to will be alive again and new members will have joined because of what you are doing. Try this, ask someone to come out and help with a project or two then ask them to join your club. Once they see they can help their community and not just attend a meeting to meet, eat and go home, they will want to join your club. Everyone is so busy now days. Their time is too valuable to just eat, burp and go home. They want to be involved and be active. Now is the time to start a plan and put that plan into action.
During this year, please send me photos by email or by mail of your projects and activities with a short note outlining what you did. I want to spotlight your club in our monthly newsletter and on our web-site.
Over the next few months I will be contacting clubs to set up my official visit. If you have a special date in mind, please call now to arrange that date. I am here to help you and your club.
Thanks for all you do in your club and in your community. Remember, Lions of District 2-X2, We Are the Knights of the Blind and We Serve for All The World To See.
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Special Points of Interest This Issue
- Deadline for the newsletter is the 20th of each month.
- Newsletters will be sent out at the end of each month
- To submit information email Lion April McCright at aprilm128@aol.com
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Announcing the Lions News Network and LQ
This summer Lions Clubs International is launching the Lions News Network (LNN), a place for Lions and non-Lions to watch a variety of video programs, including the ground-breaking Lions online newsmagazine "LQ - Lions Quarterly." LNN is accessible through the Lions Clubs International Web site (www.lionsclubs.org) and also offers Lions the chance to order video presentations and download public service announcements (PSAs) online. Visit the LNN in the News & Events section under "PR Tools" with a direct link of
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/lnn/index.html. Be sure to promote this great resource, along with the innovative and original "LQ" to your fellow Lions. Please submit story ideas, information
about interesting upcoming activities and eye-catching photos to LQ@lionsclubs.org.
From The Desk Of Vdg Jim Merritt
The New Year has begun, and we are excited to be a part of the excitement. First of all, many thanks go to IPDG Leon and Lion Nancy for an excellent year. You both have added much to the district in ways too numerous to mention here.
The first event I'll mention is the Cabinet meeting. We need all Lions to attend the first cabinet session under our new DG Becky. It will be held July 22nd, and it will be hosted by the Lions of Bonham. This year we have a patriotic theme, and everyone is to dress in red, white, and blue. There will be business meetings, training, and activities for the spouses or guests that plan to attend. Be sure and get the updates from Governor Becky or PDG Brian regarding the times and places. This will be a Friday night and Saturday meeting.
On August 4th and 5th, we will be heading down to Kerrville, Texas for the Council of Governor's meeting. This conference involves all 16 of the governors, and there the business operations decisions are worked out at a state level. This is not a closed meeting and all Lions are welcomed. You and any guests are encouraged to comedown and get involved at the camp level and state level. When you visit, you will see why the camp is held in high esteem by the campers and Lions.
We all want to help support Governor Becky, and one way is to have your club or members purchase ads for the newsletter. Contact me or PDG Brian for the buying or selling of an ad.
Please contact me by phone: 903-832-3681 or by email: jimmerritt@team-national.com with any questions or concerns. We are here to serve.
Cell Phone And Ink Jet Recycling Fundraiser
Dear Lion's Club Member,
EcoPhones' Cell Phone and Ink Jet Recycling Fundraiser pays community groups up to $300 per cell phone and up to $5 per ink jet printer cartridge. Earn cash for every cell phone and cartridge guaranteed - even broken, non-working, and unlisted models are eligible to receive payment.
There's nothing to buy and nothing to sell. Simply ask family members, neighbors, co-workers and local businesses to donate and recycle their used cell phones and ink jet cartridges. In addition, EcoPhones provides FREE customizable marketing materials and free shipping from anywhere in the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii.
Founded in 2001, EcoPhones is a leader in cellular phone and ink jet printer cartridge fundraising and recycling. Working with thousands of civic, educational and religious organizations throughout the United States, EcoPhones continues to pioneer the large-scale collection of electronic waste through its innovative turnkey recycling fundraising program.
To date, EcoPhones' simple, no-cost fundraising solution has collected over a half a million used cell phones and earned community groups, schools and churches in excess of $1.5 million, while simultaneously safely disposing of more than 100 tons of potentially hazardous cellular waste. EcoPhones is a proud member of the Coalition for Environmentally Responsible Economies (CERES), the International Association of Electronics Recyclers and the National Recycling Coalition.
For more information, you may register online at www.recycling-fundraiser.com or call (888) Eco-Phones / (888) 326-7466. We'll send you a free Welcome Kit packet with color posters, marketing materials, price lists, pre-paid shipping labels, and everything else you'll need to get started.
Regards,
Larry Lankford
Director of Community Programs
EcoPhones
Direct (972) 852-2789
Toll Free (888) 326-7466, extension 2
Larry@recycling-fundraiser.com
15054 Beltway Rd.
Addison, TX 75001
Quote of the Month:
"It's not what you say that counts... It's what you do."
-Past International President Bill Biggs
May 2006
Texas State Convention
The Texas Band received 2nd place in the International Parade. The Texas float won 1st place!
Lions International Online Learning Center
Lions Clubs International is proud to offer Lions the opportunity to develop their Lions leadership skills through online learning courses. Courses offered online and their description are as follows:
Lions Leadership Course
This course defines leadership and shows varied leadership styles and how they can be used. You will assess your leadership style. Five practices of exemplary world leaders are explained and applied. Through matching activities and quizzes, you can check your learning and use it in leadership development plan.
Lions Coaching Course
In this course you will learn the meaning of coaching and the benefits of coaching for Lions and the communities. Through examples and activities, you will see the common characteristics of effective coaches. The course provides a simple five-step coaching process for your use.
Lions Goal Setting Course
Many people do not achieve their goals because they do not establish effective goals. In this course, you will learn how to do just that. You will complete the process of defining goals, writing an action plan, and then managing your goals for the best results. By the end of the course you will be on the path to achievement.
Lions Delegation Course
This course illustrates the definition of delegation and the benefits of delegation. After assessing your level of delegation, the steps of successful delegation are presented as well as the challenges. Course activities and practical worksheets will help you increase your use of delegation.
Meeting Management Course
As you follow Lion David on a series of club visits, this course presents the three phases of good meeting management, effective meeting preparation procedures, and meeting facilitation. You learn how to manage group behavior and how to follow-up between meetings. You will use practical worksheets and checklists to achieve effective meeting management in your club.
Public Relations Course
This course defines public relations and presents the benefits for Lions clubs. You'll learn what makes an event newsworthy and how to communicate key messages about Lions clubs. You will create an elevator speech and a public relations plan. You will discover the numerous public relations resources that you can use.
Effective Team Course
This course will help you understand the characteristics of effective teams, the stages of team development, how leaders can support teams, and how to use good decision-making methods. You'll find assessment tools to evaluate your team, tips for team leaders, and interesting activities to motivate and energize your Lions teams.
To access the online learning center go to www.lionsclubs.org
click on Resources, then on Learning Center.
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July Birthdays
Send birthdays to aprilm128@aol.com
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July 6 - Curtis Barnett
July 7 - Scott Westfall
July 7 - Gene Wright
July 9 - Clyde Bowling
July 10 - Ralph Hendrix
July 11 - Leo Rossier
July 11 - Joan Crossley
July 12 - Paul Fanning
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July 12 - Tom Belobraydic
July 12 - Tommy Harrison
July 15 - Mark Baker
July 19 - Don Kinkade
July 22 - Lana Ward
July 26 - Jim Martin
July 28 - Stacy Glass
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Attention Zone and Region Chairpersons:
Now is the time to plan your first meeting. Please let the Governor and Vice Governor know your date.
A Special Thank You to IPDG Leon Van Alstine and PDG Brian Whitenack from PDG Happy Jack for all your help in raising money in memory of PDG Garvis Gilbert.
PDG Happy Jack and Lion Pauline want to thank IPDG Leon and Lion Nancy VanAlstine for the best parade they've ever attend at International.
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Club Spotlight
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- The Wake Village and Nash Lions Clubs have a new meeting place. On the fourth Tuesday of every month, both Clubs will meet at Smokey Joe's Restaurant at 300 New Boston Rd in Nash.
- On August 26, 2006, Tyler Lions Club will have its 75th Anniversary Celebration at 6:30 p.m..
- To have your club in the spotlight, send information to aprilm128@aol.com
District Calendar Of Events
August 26 - Tyler Lions 75th Anniversary
A Special Thank You to IPDG Leon Van Alstine and PDG Brian Whitenack from PDG Happy Jack for all your help in raising money in memory of PDG Garvis Gilbert.
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