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NEW WEB SITE FOR PHIL
LIONS:
lions-301.org

Soon to be linked with the LCI website, in line with the
info tech development, the
http://www.lions-301.org is
being launched to assist all the districts, lions and leo
clubs in the Philippines.

This web site is expected to group together the lions
the leos of the Philippines into one central web
domain that is completely responsive to the needs as
far as public relation and info tech are concerned.

To start with, the multiple district as well as the all the
seven sub-districts are alloted free one each basic
web page
(please click the link bar on the left of this
page)
plus one each email address under the domain
name of
lions-301.org (e.g. dist-a2@lions-301.org)

Lions and leo clubs who wish to own a basic web page
plus one email box, absolutely FREE, may now  fill up
the
enrollment form then click the submit button.

Regular updates and maintenance are likewise FREE.
OSEAL Forum (Penang, Malaysia) Nov. 3-6
ATTENTION  PROs

Download the "Club Public Relations Chairperson's
Guide" (PR710) for tips and sample resources for
promoting your programs and events.
MAKATI GOLDEN CAPS DIST HALL OF FAME
MGLC tops the roll in the newly established District Hall of
Fame level. On its 5th consecutive year holding the highest
annual award there’s no other way except to occupy the
throne in the Hall of Fame. Dist Gov Rodolfo Pua confirmed
the award last June 12, 2006 during the Governors’
recognition held at Wonder Island, Calamba City, Laguna.
The officers and members present during the affair, led  by
club President Cherry Bernal,  were all called on stage to
receive the recognition. It goes without saying that the club
president, secretary and treasurer were also recipients of
highest excellence awards.

Other awards received by the club members: PP Larena Yee, Intl
Certificate of Achievement (Lions Services for Children; PP Larena
Yee, DistrictPlaque of Recognition; Associate Mem PDG Del Masigla,
GAB Award; Associate Mem PDG Del Masigla, Spl Recognition; PDG
Bobby Laurel GAB Award; PP Rho Santillana, Outstanding Zone
C/person.

The club likewise topped the most number of New Melvin Jones Fellows in the persons of: Lion Pat Serrano; Lion Reggie Laurel; Lion
Jane Langomez; Lion Eve Dasco; Lion Emelita Destura; Lion Emy Enriquez.

The MGLC shall not be included in the future year end evaluation of clubs however must maintain ,if not surpass, its current performance
level.

Club President Cherry expressed her utmost thanks to all the past presidents and club members without which these honors should
have not been achieved.

The event was attended by over 600 lion members and guest from all the lions clubs of District 301-A2. More than 30 Makati golden
members including Leos marched into the island resort to witness  the special occasion.
“There are wide rooms for improvement in many other areas and we shall continue to lead.” (RL/mglc/pro)
Gulong Ng Buhay---    Makati Golden

The MGLC’s Community Services  Committee donated ten (10)
wheelchairs to Makati Disabled Persons thru Makati Social Welfare and
Development (MSWD) headed by Marjorie De Veyra and Makati
Administrator Nick Santiago last August 14, 2006 at Makati City Hall New
Building Lobby.
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Las Pinas Classic Lions Club - NEW Club in 301-A2

The Las Piñas Classic Lions Club was chartered on June 20, 2006 with
22 members sponsored by Paranaque City Lions Club.  The club was
initially organized as a branch of Paranaque City Lions club for the
purpose of providing educational materials to student inmates of New
Bilibid Prisons and school children in the depressed areas of Las Piñas
City.  
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INTERNATIONAL UPBEAT

Participate in Lions World Sight Day 2006
Lions World Sight Day 2006 will be marked in Mali. Lions around the world are
encouraged to plan activities in their communities on October 12, 2006 and
throughout the month of October to coincide with Lions World Sight Day. Possible
activities include collecting eyeglasses, eye health education, conducting screenings
in area schools or sponsoring a cataract surgery. Read further about Lions World
Sight Day and download the Lions World Sight Day Activity Guide (PR-804) for ideas
on how to participate this year.

Have You Seen the Lions News Network?
A new resource has been added to the Lions Web site, Lions News Network (LNN).
From LNN you can view LQ (Lions new quarterly video magazine), video programs
and public service announcements (PSAs). Lions can also order videos to present at
a club meeting or community event and encourage local television stations to
download PSAs for broadcast. A limited number of copies of LQ on DVD are
available by contacting Public Relations. Submit interesting story ideas and photos
(300 dpi) by e-mail for consideration.

Trusted Site – lionsclubs.org
Sometimes, e-mail sent from headquarters is not received because the recipient
has a spam blocker or filter enabled on their email system. To avoid such blocks,
please be sure to have the lionsclubs.org domain name in your trusted
sites/address book.

Sponsor the Peace Poster Contest
Lions clubs are encouraged to sponsor the Peace Poster program in local schools
and youth groups. Club entries for the 2006-07 Peace Poster Contest, “Celebrate
Peace,” are due to the district governor by November 15, 2006. Read further about
the program and deadlines and view past finalists’ posters. To participate, order a kit
from Club Supplies. A new Peace Poster DVD is available from Public Relations to
promote the program to your club and to the community, view it online now.

Focus Your Camera
Organize a 2006-07 Lions Environmental Photo Contest. Select club-level entries in
November/December to advance to the district level (January 1, 2007 deadline) and
multiple district competitions (March 1, 2007 deadline). Read further for contest
deadlines and rules. Attendees of the 90th Lions International Convention will vote
for photos in the categories of Best Animal, Landscape, Plant, Weather Phenomena,
and Special Theme - Serving Our Environment. Prizes will be awarded and winning
photos are posted online.

Celebrate International Relations Month
Here are a few ideas to celebrate International Relations Month in October:

“twin” with a Lions club in another country
organize a cultural exchange such as an international art exhibit, concert, dance
festival or food festival
provide humanitarian assistance to another country.
Alleviate Hunger
Hunger is the world’s number one health risk, according to the United Nations World
Food Programme. One in seven people in the world do not have enough food to lead
an active and healthy life. Your Lions club can plan a hunger awareness event on
World Food Day, October 16. Consider organizing a local food collection or
distribution activity, or contribute to a national or international food project. Read
further for tips and ideas on coordinating a community or international project.
"Peace Without Borders"
2005-06 Grand Prize Poster
Grand Prize Winner
Cleverson da Silva Rosa

13 years old
Sponsored by

Cidade Gaucha Lions Club
Brazil

"Peace is within each one of us. We
can find it and take it to other people."
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Las Pinas Classic Wheelchair Donation Project    

October 31, 2006.

Recipient: Mrs Josefa Soberano 49 years old, from Las Pinas -Bacoor
garbage dumpsite.

Disability: Both legs amputee since 2003.

Background: Prior 2003, she was self employed as hilot (chiropractor)
of the community. She raised her family by helping others rendering
chiropractic services
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