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The Aiken Lions Club, a cornerstone of community service in Aiken, South Carolina, USA, has been a beacon of hope and support since its establishment.

Committed to the Lions Club International mission of serving those in need, the Aiken Lions Club actively engages in a variety of charitable endeavors, including vision care programs, youth initiatives, and local community service projects.

Through fundraising events and volunteer efforts, the Aiken Lions Club has made significant contributions to enhancing the quality of life for residents of Aiken and surrounding areas.

Aiken Lions Club Regular Meeting, October 15, 2024

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Aiken Lions Club Regular Meeting, October 15, 2024

St. John’s Methodist Ward Hall

Members present: Heath Bradham, Susie Callis, Vivian Clark, Tony DeStefano, Bill Finley, Lou Ann Finley, Pat Friday, Charles Goodman, Joyce Haskell, Art Lader, and Susan Selden. David Davis was excused as he had a job commitment. Lion Adam is recovering from knee replacement surgery. And we are missing Mary and Phil Woolhiser.

Lion Charles called the meeting to order at 7:02 pm and lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance, and Lion Bill did our invocation.

Minutes were not discussed, however there was a correction in the attendees on September 17: Lions Tony and Susan were present. I still haven’t found my attendance notes.

Susie Callis presented dessert, one with artificial sugar and one with real sugar. Basically, no one seemed to determine a difference.

She did an excellent presentation on Diabetes, which next month is Diabetes Awareness Month. It is marked every year on 14 November, the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin along with Charles Best in 1922.

Lion Charles need help with our Broom Sale on Friday, October 25 and Saturday, October 26—9-5 pm, and it will be at the same location in front of Unique Expression in the Mitchell Shopping Center.

Lion Susan made an appeal for help with the upcoming Vision Screenings.

She has also set up Salvation Army Ringing the bell on Saturday, December 7, 10-4 pm at Kroger and Rose’s.

The Christmas Parade is Sunday, December 8 so let’s support Lion Heath as he will be driving his truck in the parade. Busy weekend. The parade is a lot of fun. You will be asked to meet at 1 pm in the Union Street area. Lion Heath will find out more details and share with you.

Lion Bill demonstrated the solar candles and explained they arrived too late to help folks. Lion Betsy gave each club 25, but there is a lot more at their clubhouse. We failed to mention that DG Cindy Taylor made an appeal to each club to donate $200 to maintain the Disaster Trailer with supplies.

Charles donated $10 for a gift card that was not used and said put it toward the golf outing.

Tail Twister, Heath set up a game with brooms and pumpkins. Everyone who participated enjoyed it.

Remember our motto: Where there is a need, there is a Lion!

Meeting adjourned at 7:55 pm.

Respectfully submitted,
Lion Pat Friday, Secretary

Minutes for the Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Meeting

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Minutes for the Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Meeting

St. John’s Methodist Church—Ward Hall

The following members were present: Amber Belah, Heath Bradham, Susie Callis, Jeff Callis, Vivian Clark, David Davis, Bill Finley, Pat Friday, Charles Goodman, Joyce Haskell, Adam Keller, Susan Selden, Tony Di Stefano, and Larry Wood.

Charles Goodman, president, called the meeting to order at 7 pm.

The pledge of Allegiance was led by Lion David Davis followed by the Invocation & Blessing by PCC Lion Bill Finley.

Dessert was provided by Lion Amber Bellah.

Minutes from the last meeting were mailed to each member, however, PC Lion Pat read some highlights.

PCC Lion Bill Finley discussed the work detail for our Golf Outing. We are going to be short on volunteers. Lion Pat said that her neighbor, Renee Browder would be willing to help. She is interested in becoming a member.

Our next scheduled meeting was to be on Tuesday, October 1, however due to the Hurricane it was cancelled as the roads were dangerous and the church was closed.

PDG Joyce Haskell and Lion Susie Callis are planning something special for our next meeting as October is Diabetes Awareness Month. Lion Joyce suggested we all come at 6:30 pm and do a Strides Walk Around the Church block.

Lion Charles reminded everyone that the Broom Sale would be on Friday and Saturday, October 25 & 26th in the same location in the Mitchell Shopping Center on Whiskey Road.

The meeting adjourned at 8:15 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Lion Pat Friday, Secretary

IMPORTANT DATES: Oct. 15: Meet at the parking lot to do a Strides Walk Around the Church Block; Meeting will begin at 7:00 pm.

BROOM SALES: Friday, October 25, 9 am -5; Saturday, October 26, 9 am-5 (or sold out)!

PS: In the pressure of leaving the next morning for my sister’s service I lost my attendance sheet. If you were there and I don’t have you down, please let me know.

Ice Distribution in Langley, SC, October 2024

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In the wake of Hurricane Helene, October 2024, Lions Club of Aiken members took part in a two-day service project in which 6,600 bags of ice, as well as water bottles, fruits, nuts, energy bars, and muffins were distributed, from  a large refrigerated semi-truck at the Food Lion in Warrenville, SC (Hwy 1 near Langley Pond).

We appreciate State Senator Tom Young stopping by and are also very grateful to R & I Trucking Company Inc.

And a special thanks to all the Lions and other volunteers who reached out to those in our area!

#weserve

 
 

Dick Flynt Golf Outing September 2024 Picture Gallery

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Lion David Davis says this:

What a great tournament for an even better cause, “Sight”. Thank you to my fellow Lions for all the hard work, and to all the sponsors and participants… Thank you all!!!!!

Thank you to Lion Dr. Joyce Haskell and Lion Susan Davis Callis for these pictures!

Dinner for Two at The Willcox Dick Flynt Golf Outing 2024

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Thank you to The Willcox for generously supporting the 2024 Dick Flynt Golf Outing!

September 2024

The Willcox is pleased to donate the following item for your event: Lions for Sight

Dinner for Two at The Willcox

Retail value: $100

Valid Sunday through Wednesday. Excludes holidays, alcohol, tax, and gratuity. Advanced reservations required. Must give GC# when making a reservation. Must present the gift certificate at time of check in to be valid.

Thank you for the work you’re doing to raise awareness and funds for this very important cause. We wish you much success with your event and look forward to speaking with you soon.

Natasha Friesen / Office Administrator

Door Prizes Dick Flynt Golf Outing 2024

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For the September 23, 2024, Dick Flynt Golf Outing we have the following wonderful door prizes (so far):

  •  100 dollar gift certificate to the Houndslake Pro Shop (Jason Davis @ South State Bank)
  • New Taylor Made Burner mini driver (1)
  • New Taylor Made Putter
  • 2 dozen TP5 Tour Balls
  • 5 dozen Distance + balls
  • 2 Cooling Pillows
  • 6 Magnetic golf towels
  • 1 Garman Wingman Golf Speaker
  • 1 dozen Pro V One Golf Balls- Adam Davis First Citizens Wealth Dept
  • 4 First Citizen Tervis Tumblers- Adam Davis First Citizens Wealth Dept
  • 2 Logoed golf umbrellas – Adam Davis First Citizens Wealth Dept
  • 3 Logoed golf towels – Adam David First Citizens Wealth Dept.
  • 2 Backpack coolers – Aiken Pest Control
  • $30 Gift Card – Anshu Asian Café
  • Case of Wine – Apizza DiNapoli
  • 4 Gift Certificates – Tequila’s
  • $50 Gift Certificate – Nail Pro and Spa
  • 2 Gift Certificates – Beth’s Beauty Salon
  • $50 Gift Card – Electric Eats
  • Dinner for 2 at The Willcox
  • Spa and Wellness Gift Card
  • 2 $10 Gift Cards for Hardees
  • $50 Gift Card – Salsa’s Bar and Grill
  • 2 Tickets – Aiken Community Theatre
  • Lions Club Zip Notebook
  • Lions Club book “Stories From the Heart”
  • “Kindness Matters” Baseball Caps
  • Lions Club Camo Baseball Cap
  • Lions Club Ceramic Cup
  • 1 Cross Pen and pencil set
  • 1 UV sunglasses
  • 5 Lions Golf Umbrellas
  • 1 small Lions Club Canvas Tote
  • 2 dozen Titlist
  • 1 Milwaukee Tape Measure
  • 1 Vise Grip and Wire cutter

Raffle tickets will cost $20 each or 6 for $100.

We usually meet at 7:00 PM on the third Tuesday of each month at St John's Methodist Church, 104 Newberry St NW, Aiken, SC 29801. We gather in Ward Hall, off of Chesterfield Street NW. Come visit us to see what we are all about!

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