NewsBig Pay Day For Charities25 December 2011 Thousands of people turned out on Christmas morning to watch the Lions Club annual cross harbour swim. 247 brave souls took the plunge raising around £16,000 for a whole range of charities and good causes.
Picture courtesy of Steve Davies Lucy Compton, Weymouth Carnival Queen, emerges from the harbour triumphant.
Picture courtesy of Steve Davies Lion President Trevor Stratton said he was delighted that so many people had taken up the Lions offer of raising funds for the charity or good cause of their choice.
Picture courtesy of Steve Davies
To view more of Steve Davies's pictures of this event please click here and to see Utube footage click here
Lions To The Rescue22 December 2011
Weymouth & Portland Lions Club went to the rescue of Hope United Reformed Church by replacing the £200 that was recently stolen from them at at the end of a fundraising concert. Lion President Trevor Stratton said the club was very pleased to be able to do this for the church as they had worked so hard to raise the funds only to have all their hopes dashed by an opportunist thief.
Picture courtesy of Dorset Echo Lions President Trevor Stratton supported by Lions Dave Woolford and Norman Apps present their cheque to Geoff King representing the church.
Lions Christmas Show - Another Great Success12 December 2011
Weymouth & Portland Lions Club Christmas Show
Picture courtesy of Sarah Flann The members of Weymouth & Portland Lions Club wish to thank all those performers who gave their time freely to allow us to put on another variety show at the Pavilion Theatre on Tuesday 29 November for the over 60’s. Thanks must go to Julie Storey with her group Pzazz, Rachel, Paul and the members of her adult tap group who entertained with singing and dancing.
Picture courtesy of Sarah Flann
To Matt Black, “the Pianoman”, for his keyboard virtuosity interspersed with comedy.
Picture courtesy of Sarah Flann
To the members of Replay, Norman Stagles, Alan Smith, Roger McGhee, Nigel Coles and Jason Hodder, for their great music. See them on Utube
To the Wyke Regis Women’s Institute Choir for their songs about men, or so I was told and to the Lions of Weymouth & Portland for their madcap sketch, written by Lion Russ Woolley. We also have to say a big thank you to the lady who not only produces our show but also sang two beautiful numbers, Ann Stagles, because without her organisational skills it would be very difficult for us to put the show on at all. We would also like to thank the St John Ambulance members who attended to look after the welfare of the audience. Finally we must not forget the staff at the Pavilion Theatre because without their technical expertise backstage and the organisation of the front of house, which included distributing the tickets, the show would not happen at all. Now you must get out your diary for 2012 and on the 27th November write “Lions Christmas Show”. The Lions would like to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Prosperous and Peaceful New Year. Lion Dave Woolford Secretary
Lions Donate to Echo Christmas Toy Appeal06 December 2011 Weymouth & Portland Lions Club donate, once again, to the Dorset Echo Toy Appeal
Picture courtesy of Dorset Echo Lion President Trevor Stratton and Lion Les Board present their cheque to Echo promotions manager Debbie Hellaby
Get ready for the next Lions event - The Christmas Day harbour swim
Lions Help Relieve the Pain27 October 2011 Cuddly Lions donated to the Ambulance Service To be given to children to help relieve the stress of trauma
Lion President Trevor Stratton, with fellow club members hands over a 'Pride of Cuddly Lions' to the Ambulance Service.
Lions Celebrate UN Day24 October 2011
12 noon – Monday 24th October 2011 Lady Diana Gardens, Radipole Park Drive.
Mayor of Weymouth and Portland, Cllr Graham Winter, lead a short ceremony to mark International United Nations Day.
Picture Courtesy of Steve Davies The Mayor was joined by members of Weymouth and Portland Lions Club along with representatives of local business groups, friends of the parks and gardens, Borough Councillors and members of the public. The ceremony took place at the Memorial Tree in Lady Diana Gardens at 12 noon and included the raising of the UN Flag followed by a recognition speech by the Mayor and the President of the Weymouth and Portland Lions Club, Mr Trevor Stratton. The anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter on 24 October 1945 has been celebrated as United Nations Day since 1948. It has traditionally been marked throughout the world by meetings, discussions and exhibits on the achievements and goals of the Organisation. Mayor of Weymouth and Portland, Cllr Graham Winter said, “As a representative of the Borough’s Councillors and residents, I am very proud to have the opportunity to host this short Ceremony in recognition of United Nations Day. The United Nations work reaches every corner of the globe, although best known for peace keeping, peace building, conflict prevention and humanitarian assistance there are many other ways that the United Nations affect our lives and make the World a better place”. Ban Ki-Moon, UN Secretary-General, said:- "UN Day is a day on which we resolve to do more. More to protect those caught up in armed conflict, to fight climate change and avert nuclear catastrophe; more to expand opportunities for women and girls, and to combat injustice and impunity; more to meet the Millennium Development Goals"
Beach Motocross - A Roaring Success16 October 2011 BEACH MOTOCROSS 2011 - MOST SUCCESSFUL EVER
Lions President Trevor Stratton hailed this years Motocross event as the most successful ever. With over 250 riders, record crowds and a sunny week-end, lots of spectators ,whether they be motocross enthusiasts from far and wide, visitors to the area or local families with children enjoyed some great fun on Weymouth Esplanade. Trevor added 'the range of attractions we have added to our motocross event in recent years -including this year Danters Funfair and speciality food stalls as well as an ever widening range of stalls catering for the specialist motocross enthusiast means that it has grown to become the Autumn's premier event in Weymouth. We were also pleased to welcome this year fundraisers from Trimar and Mc Millan Cancer Support as well as an 'Olympics 2012' stall.
Picture Courtesy of Sarah Flann
So not only have we raised funds for Lions directly by running this event but have enabled other organisations to benefit as well. At the heart of it all though is the sheer spectacle and thrill of this motorsport event right in the heart of our town. We have had a very positive reaction to this years event -with many participants saying it is the best organised event of its type in the region. Thanks are due to many individuals and organisations that have supported us and our partners Purbeck Motocross Club .Most notably Bridport Lions, a host of local companies, Westfield Arts College, Getaway Digital, George Crook and Sons and of course the Borough Council.'
Picture Courtesy of Steve Davies Lions President Trevor Stratton and the Purbeck Motocross Team
Picture Courtesy of Steve Davies
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Picture Courtesy of Sarah Flann
Sat Nav Device for the Blind05 October 2011 Weymouth & Portland Lions have donated a 'Sat Nav' hand held device to a Wyke Regis man, Geoff Cummings. This device enables Geoff to find his way around the town with ease. It is initially set up with a sighted person who walked with Geoff to 'Geo Tag' all the important locations such as Junctions and shops which he regularly visits. A t any given time he can press a button to activate a verbal message which will tell him his location.
Lions Around the World01 August 2011 Lions Clubs are active throughout the world carrying out a variety of humanitarian projects. We invite you to read Lions Quarterly to see what we are doing throughout the world. See also the latest Press Releases from Lions Clubs International.
Lions Clubs International Records Fourth Straight Year of Membership Increase
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