Once more the team from Spalding Lions travelled north to face the wrath of Glanford & Lindsey on the bowling green at Gainsthorpe.
A motley bunch they were at first glance and we were eager to get them on the green and show our expertise with woods!
To cut a long story short …… we was whooped badly! Can’t remember the final scores but it was embarrassing to say the least. My team consisting of myself, Nancy and Kelly suffered the largest defeat, but in our defence I would stress that the opposing team of Denis, Sue and Ken were all “ringers” !
Joking apart, it was a really enjoyable afternoon with plenty of good natured banter, although Kelly was showing frustration that Denis wouldn’t “throw” the last end to allow us to get into double figures.
Spalding were presented with the trophy at tea and even managed to win all but one of the raffle prizes!!
Many thanks to them for making the journey and we will be back next year to Spalding to retrieve the trophy.
After a busy Saturday at the Armed Forces Day at Messingham Glanford & Lindsey Lions turned out next day for the Hibaldstow Gala. It’s amazing how quickly the mini-marquee goes up after some practice!
The temperatures soared during the morning and by mid-afternoon it was very hot, but we had a really good day actually running out of coconuts by 3.30pm.
Thanks to all those who supported us during the event and be assured that all monies will be put to good use in the community.
Armed Forces Day (Saturday June 25th) saw us with our coconut shy raising funds for local good causes.
It was a fun day with plenty of coconuts being knocked off their stands. With the help of Lion Bob Wilmot the young children seemed amazing good at winning, far better than the adults.
A good day was had by all and we raised in excess of £100.
It’s that time of the year once more, when it’s time for a new President to take the lead of the club for the coming year.
Members turned up for a relaxed social evening at The White Heather restaurant to say thank you to out-going Lion President David Graves and welcome new Lion President Gill Anderson.
Prior to the formal exchange other Lions were honoured for their loyalty and service to the club.
- Alan Hall – 20 year Membership Service (Charter) Chevron
- Alan Hall – 3 years 100% Attendance
- Gill Anderson – Lion of the Year
- Gill Anderson – 1 years 100% Attendance
- Don Coote – 10 year Membership Service
- Dinah Lilley – 4 years 100% Attendance
- Tom Lakin – 20 year Membership Service
Prior to the diner the club presented cheques of £550 to each of the LIVES groups that serve as medical first responders in the area, a total of £2,200 towards further training of volunteers.
LIVES MEMBERS COLLECTING THEIR CHEQUES
17 year old Isle of Axholme student JAIMIE MARSHALL has secured a place in the National Finals of the Lions Clubs International Young Ambassador of the 21st Century award scheme.
Jaimie is a very busy 16 year old bundle of energy who has been actively involved in an impressive range of fund raising activity for an equally impressive variety of charities both locally and Nationwide. She also sponsors three orphans in Lesotho. In fact it seems that she is totally committed to helping those whose quality of life without such support would be sadly lacking. Her entry into the Lions Young Ambassador scheme resulted from assistance given by Glanford and Lindsey Lions to her brother Jack who, as a sufferer of Moebius Sydrome, has sight, speech, balance and coordination difficulties.
The Lions Club members recognised that Jamie was not only devoted to her brother and his welfare but was also tremendously committed to a host of other charitable causes and activities.
The aim of the Lions Young Ambassador scheme, which operates throughout Europe, is to recognise, encourage and support young people who are actively involved in the welfare of the community, supporting the best of Lions’ ideals. In previous years candidates have typically been involved in helping young and older people, disabled, and disadvantaged persons in their community, organised projects in conservation, crime prevention, promoting healthier lifestyles, hospital radio and many other initiatives.
Jamie’s past record of work in these areas equipped her well and the judges recognised her oustanding achievements. For the past four years she has worked tirelessly to raise funds but also maintains a strong belief that just providing money doesn’t ‘finish the job’ and so she also spends time with groups of people providing practical support and encouragement. No surprise then that in 2010 Jaimie received a ‘Princess Diana’ award attending a ceremony at Canary Wharf (London) where her selfless commitment was deservedly recognised.
If Jamie is successful at the National finals, where she will compete with 12 other like-minded young people, she will win a £1,500 bursary (to be used in promoting or supporting a charitable activity of her choice) as well as being invited to attend the Lions Clubs International Youth Centre, this year being held at Street in Somerset. She will also take part in the European Young Ambassador of the 21st Century finals to be held at Maastricht in The Netherlands in October 2011.
