Long Point Lioness Lions sponsor free skating Dec. 24

By Sue Green

2024 is quickly coming to a close as everyone is preparing for the Christmas and holiday season. The community has been very busy raising funds and working on ways to help those in need. The Club is very thankful for the community support and interest in their fundraising events. Every event organized by the Club raises funds to give back. The Long Point Lioness are working on their new year plans and look forward to a busy 2025.

The last Club dinner meeting took place on November 18 at The Country Fork. Special guests were Region Zone Chair Blair Oatman, Kelly Oatman, Bill Walker, Terry Flemming.

Recap of Events:

Tuesday, Nov. 19 – The Lioness Club was honoured with an invitation to the Port Rowan Public School Harvest Dinner. Lioness Eileen Bloomfield and Sue Green attended the dinner. It was a delicious meal and a fantastic display of the school’s community spirit. The whole school attended the lunch—every class and student had a role to play, including the staff and parent volunteers. From buttering buns to preparing and slicing food, designing artwork, thank you cards, setting up and cleaning up the hall. The children were excited and so proud of their accomplishments. “It was heartwarming to see the senior students sitting with the little ones and helping them line up for the buffet and assisting while they ate.” The Club is proud to support the school and thankful for the acknowledgement of our Club support.

Friday, Nov. 22 – The Lioness Club, attended the Port Rowan Farmers Holiday Market at Port Rowan Community Centre. Lioness Deb Shaw and Sue Green displayed and sold the club cookbooks. This project was convened by Kendell Zajac and 250 cookbooks were printed and sold. Thank you to the community for their support. The club also extends a special thank you to the Port Rowan Farmers’ Market for their support. The market is a wonderful venue for community support and a friendly gathering place for vendors, family, friends, and visitors.

Saturday, Nov. 30 – The Long Point Lioness Lions Club hosted the canteen at the A2 Long Point Lions Club Turkey Draw. This annual event is a fun evening of bingo to help raise funds for the local food bank and community needs. Convened by Lioness Sue Knighton and Christine Prentice, the Lioness Club served hot food, snacks and beverages while participants focused on dabbing their way for a chance to win a turkey for the holiday season.

Upcoming Events for Winter

Tuesday, Dec. 24 – Long Point Lioness Lions Club is sponsoring a Free Family Skate from noon to 1:00 p.m. at Langton Arena, 30 Albert Street. What a great way to burn off some of that Christmas energy for your family and friends.

The next cooking class will be in the new year, date to be determined. Chef Kendell & Chef Michael have a busy Christmas season and feel that an event in the new year will spice up the cool winter season.

The club has received approval for their 2025 raffle draw, details will be announced early in the new year.

Long Point Lioness Lions Club is a like-minded group of women who come together and find ways to serve our community. If you are new to the area or if you feel it is now time to be involved and give back, please contact Lioness Lynda Hendel, membership chair at 519-983-4319, or send a message through the club Facebook page “Long Point Lioness Lions Club” and one of the directors will respond to you.

The next regular dinner meeting for potential new members to attend is Monday, January 13, at 5:00 p.m. with dinner at 5:30 sharp followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. To reserve your seat to learn how you can serve, please contact any club member or reach out to Lioness Lynda Hendel.

The club wishes everyone a very Happy and Healthy Holiday.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Originally printed in The Good News, January 2025.