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Glocester Lions Final Dinner Meeting

The Glocester Lions held our Final Dinner Meeting this year at Chester's Restaurant in Harmony where good friends gathered as a fitting end to yet another successful year. Outgoing President Bob Winsor addressed the crowd, filling us in on the many accomplishments our club achieved over the past twelve months. Thanks Bob for all of your wonderful service for the past two years as our President! Lion Jim Poole had the honor of inducting two new Melvin Jones Recipients for all of their tireless efforts on behalf of the Glocester Lions. This year's recipients were Tasso from the Europa Restaurant as well as Lion Bill Hamill. Congratulations guys on receiving the highest honor the Lions can bestow, and THANK YOU for everything you have done for our club. It is most appreciated! Lion Jim Clarke then swore in all of the officers and board members for the 2010-2011 season, including our new President, Lion Greg Theberge. Good luck, Greg! As a fitting conclusion to the evening's festivities, outgoing President Lion Bob Winsor led a moment of silence for the family of our brother, Lion Bruce Barnes, who recently lost his beloved daughter. With heavy hearts, our thoughts and prayers are with the Barnes family during this very difficult time.

President Bob Winsor Gives A Warm Introduction And Review Of This Year's Accomplishments

Lion Jim Poole Announces This Year's Melvin Jones Recipients

The Crowd Hanging Onto Every Word...

President Bob Winsor and Lion Jim Poole With Melvin Jones Recipients, Tasso And Lion Bill Hamill

Lion Jim Clarke Announces Our Treasurer Nancy Clarke As Secretary Bob Roy Looks On

Lion Tom D'Angelo Is Introduced As Membership Chairman

Lion Pete Fratantaro Is Announced As 1st Vice President

Lion Greg Theberge Is Announced As Our New President As His Wife, Karen, Looks On

Glocester Lions at McCoy Stadium

As part of Rhode Island Lions day, members of the Glocester Lions Club participated in the Opening Ceremonies prior to the first pitch being thrown out for the Pawtucket Red Sox game on January 13th. Representing The Glocester Lions on the Field were Lions Jim Poole, Bob Winsor, Bob Roy and Peter Fratantaro who also organized a tour through the stadium for all of our members who were in attendance.

Glocester Lions Wine Tasting, Beer Tasting, And Cigar Dinner

A Big Success

As in the past, the annual Glocester Lions Club Wine Tasting, Beer Tasting and Cigar Dinner were big hits with the crowd. Thanks to the efforts of many, and Lions Tom D'Angelo and Bob DeRoche in particular, our club was able to generate a lot of money for our upcoming charitable donations. Special appreciation is extended to Kevin Kitson of Christy's Liquors for his tremendous help and generosity. Great job guys!

Easter Bunny And Glocester Lion Visit Acotes Field Just In Time For Easter

After recuperating from his exhaustive schedule at our Annual Pancake Breakfast, the Easter Bunny once again made a grand appearance at the annual Glocester Lions Easter Egg Hunt at Acotes field. Once again assisted by that stalwart Glocster Lion, he and the rest of the Glocester Lions were blessed with a great spring day and fun was had by all.

The Glocester Lion And Easter Bunny Make Their Entrance

The Crowd Eagerly Awaiting The Kickoff Start

Lion Jim Clarke Gives The Command To "Go!"

The Crowd Of Kids And Parents Attack The Field!

Glocester Lions Club Pancake Breakfast A Big Hit With The Kids

Once again, the kitchen at the Senior Center in Chepachet was humming with activity for our annual Lions Club Pancake Breakfast held on March 28. This year, a special furry guest also made a special appearance to the delight all of the kids who were in attendance as a prelude to the upcoming Easter holiday.

Lions Billy Kapanakis and Nancy Clarke Man The Door

The Crown Enjoying All You Can Eat Pancakes

January Meeting Brings In Special Guests

Members of the Glocester Lions Club were recently honored with a special visit from District Governor George E. Ereson and Vice District Governor Dawn Cabral-Quimbly. Despite the cold weather outside, District Governor George entertained us with a great fireside chat comparing Lionism with good old Santa Claus. The Glocester Lions were proud to bestow on George one of our upcoming Melvin Jones Awards for his outstanding work and dedication to the Rhode Island Lions. It was a great night of camaraderie. Pictured below are our Glocester Lions officers (Nancy Clarke, Bob Winsor, and Bob Roy) along with District Governor George and Vice District Governor Dawn.

Glocester Lions Lend A Helping Hand

Members of the Glocester Lions Cliub were recently able to help out a neighbor in need whose luck got even worse when her her hot water boiler broke down and she was left without heat. Besides replacing the boiler, the Lions spent a Sunday morning helping out by cleaning up her basement and yard, cutting some firewood and power washing her home. Pictured below are a few of the Lions who were able to help that day.

Ed Angell Memorial Golf Tournament

The annual Glocester Lions Club Golf Tournament was held this year in memory of Lion Ed Angell at the Connecticut National Country Club. Thanks go out to Lion E.J. Wholey for doing such a super job in organizing the event. All those who turned out on June 26th had a fantastic time both on the greens and at the 19th hole and banquet. In the end we were able to raise a lot of money for many worthwhile charities we look forward to contributing to.

Lion E.J. Wholey addresses the crowd anxiously awaiting the start of the tournament

Lion Joe Danti Presenting the Ed Angell Memorial Flag flown in Iraq

All Participants enjoyed a great meal and Raffles

Lion E.J. Wholey thanks the Crowd for a Great Event

Melvin Jones Fellowships Presented To Two Hard Working Glocester Lions

It was with great pride that the Glocester Lions bestowed Melvin Jones Fellowship awards to two of it's hardest working members on June 24th. This internationally recognized award is the highest merit of distinction a Lion can achieve for his or her extensive work towards humanitarian causes. Doing the distinct honor of presenting the awards to this year's recipients was Melvin Jones Fellow, Lion Jim Poole. We are very pleased to announce that this year's inductees are Lions Bob Roy and Ed Warner. Congratulations gentlemen on a job well done!

Lion Jim Poole reads the proclamation announcing the recognition of Lions Ed Warner and Bob Roy as Melvin Jones Fellows

New Melvin Jones Fellows, Lions Ed Warner and Bob Roy (center), strike a pose with fellow Melvin Jones recipients Lions Jim Poole and President Bob Winsor

The Memory Of Our Past President And Friend, Ed Angell, Memorialized

We were all saddened when we heard of the passing of our longtime friend and fellow Lion, Ed Angell, this past February. Ed will certainly be missed by all of us. He was a great Lion and his friendship will always be cherished. In order to remember our past president and colleague, the Glocester Lions had a flag flown in Iraq in his honor. Rest in Peace, Ed. You were truly a role model for us all.

Lions Joe Danti and Bob Winsor proudly display the memorial plaque and flag flown in Iraq for our friend and colleague, Lion Ed Angell

LET IT BE KNOWN THAT THE

ACCOMPANYING FLAG WAS FLOWN FOR

EDWARD A. ANGELL

"EDDIE"

FEBRUARY 21, 1950 - FEBRUARY 7, 2009

This is to certtify that the accompanying American Flag was proudly flown above

Kirbuk Regional Air Base, Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

on the

16th Day of April, 2009

(Signed) Carson J. Ramos, MSgt., USAF Thomas M. D'Ambosca, LtCol, USAF

Some Photo Highlights of Our Final Dinner Meeting At Tavern On Main in Chepachet

Pat Saccoccia was recognized as the Gloceser Lion who currently holds the greatest tenure of our group

Lion Tom D'Angelo accepts another year of service as Membership Chairman

Lion Billy Kapanakis accepts the duties of Lion Tamer, Guardian of all in the Lions' Den

Lion Jim Clarke swears in Secretary Bob Roy (above) and President Bob Winsor (below) for another year of quality service to the Glocester Lions

Scholarships Awarded To Deserving Ponaganset High School Students

Two scholarships were recently presented by Lion Greg Theberge at the annual Ponaganset High School Awards Night held the evening of June 11, 2009. We are very proud to announce that this year's recipients are:

Pat Defusco Scholarship of $1500: Jordan Winsor
Lucas E. Warner Scholarship of $1500: Heather St. Pierre

Congratulations Jordan and Heather on your high accomplishments and valued community service! We wish you all the best in the pursuit of your scholastic goals!

Heather and Jordan on Graduation Day

Glocester Lions Club Receives Excellence In Effort Award!

The Glocester Lions recently received recognition from the International Association of Lions Clubs for our efforts towards sight conservation. We were very humbled to receive the distinction of "outstanding club in our district" for such a wonderful cause.

Easter Egg Hunt Pulls Through!

The Glocester Lions held their annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 11th. It was a beautiful spring day with perfect temperatures and the sun brightly shining. Once again, the Glocester Lion and Easter Bunny were on hand to pass out a neverending supply of treats to the kids, or at least to those who didn't wash away down the street!

News Update!

Lion Nancy Clarke reported to the Club, that as of January 1, 2009 there were 9,800 registered blind citizens living in the State of Rhode Island. This makes our efforts especially important, doesn't it?

Glocester Lions Annual Pancake Breakfast A Big Success!

Thanks to the efforts of many, the Glocester Lions Club annual Pancake Breakfast held the morning of March 29 was once again a giant success. Over 220 hungry patrons were served a great breakfast of pancakes, coffee, juice and their choice of ham or sausage. Shown below are a few photos of the event as they appeared in the April 2nd ediition of the Valley Breeze and Observer.

Glocester Lions Annual Harvest Dance A Huge Success Despite Inclement Weather!

Once again, Camp Watmough on Snake Hill Road was the scene for the Glocester Lions Club's annual Harvest Dance and Texas Barbecue. Thanks to the efforts of many (especially Lion Ed Warner who once again did a great job organizing and running the event), our October 25th fundraiser was a huge success and good times were had by all. We would like to extend our special thanks to all of those friends and local businesses who donated the many items for our plentiful raffles and to Lion Roy Watmough who graciously let us use his great establishment for the evening. Special thanks are also extended to the band MLC (Mid Life Crisis) who did a tremendous job entertaining us that evening!

Harvest Dance Coordinator, Lion Ed Warner, poses with our Sign and the many raffle prizes generously donated to the Glocester Lions

The Band, MLC (Mid Life Crisis), did an incredible job entertaining the crowd!

Everyone enjoyed a great meal of Barbecued Chicken, Ribs, and all the 'Fixins

Glocester Lions Donate Funds to the Fogarty Memorial PTO to Purchase a Special Swing

The Glocester Lions recently donated funds to the Fogarty Memorial School PTO to purchase a special swing so that two children confined to wheelchairs can enjoy recess with the rest of their classmates. The new swing went into action on October 20th. All of the school (teachers, teacher aides and students alike) was buzzing with excitement that day. Sadly, there were no available funds budgeted for such a worthwhile project by the town. Prior to the PTO taking action, all these kids had to look forward to during recess was to be pushed around in their chairs and watch the other children play. Now, they can enjoy time spent with the rest of their classmates, many of whom were gathered around their friends as they took their first ride on the new swing. Well done Fogarty PTO! We're glad we could help such a great cause.

Recess at Fogarty Memorial School was hopping with the addition of the new swing!

With a smile ear to ear, Abby enjoys her first ride on the new swing alongside her friends!

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