Sept 29, 2015  Al Bruun reporting

King Lion Mel called the meeting to order.

Question 1 – 1n 1850 what did the Navy stop doing?  Flogging

Question 2 – Un 1938 what happened in Europe?  European pact with Germany getting Czechoslovakia.

Logger playday history – started in the 1960’s.  Was going to be a pageant but that cost to much, so it was a loggers show at Emerson Field and with a comic show at the gym with Bill Cosby. Button cost was $1.00

Program – Mel showed a bunch of his books, old and new, on different topics and several other items ( a bank and a couple of dolls). A real show and tell time.

Pot – Al Bruun ( second time in 10 years )

Sept 15, 2015

King Lion called the meeting to order.

Guests were Chris and Jerry engineers from PUD, And Dan Gleason, a friend of Larry’s and potential member.

Loggers day gross was $8,000.00 + before expenses. We will know more after all has been paid off.

Program _ Lee Thomason speaking on the Sons of American Revolution. He belongs to the Alexander Hamilton chapter in Tacoma. He has traced his relation back to a private in the revolution. Many people can join. Just check your ancestry. They give certifications and applications to eagle scouts along with scholarships ( local $500.00 and national $5000.00 ) He said that 25% serving in the revolutionary war were colored. He also explained the minute man and other services did. Very good history lesson.

pot – Dave Wayman

Sept 1, 2015    Al Bruun reporting.

King Lion Mel called the meeting to order.

Birthdays – Mike S, Ray, and Brock.

Fireworks project – we made $1,200.00.

Discussion on BBQ, consessions, and button sales. Potato scrub a peanut bagging on the 10th at 6:00. Washington School.

Program – Debbi Luther about Hoquiam’s 125 anniv. We were given wooden nickels and information on upcoming events. The coin club has put out silver and copper anniv coins. Available at Harbor durgs and possibly at Polson museum for $35 and $15.. Coming up – a slide and movie show at 7th street theater Nov. 13, and a mayors ball Nov 14 at the Elks.

Pot – Pete Heg

August 18, 2015

Meeting Called to Order by King Lion Mel Thompson and opening led by Lion Pete Vander Linden.

Mel’s Questions

1. Who made the quote: Military Intelligence is a contradiction in terms?    Groucho Marx
2. On this date, the 5^th amendment was signed. What was the amendment?   Women’s Sufferage.

Lion Jim Bucknell knew both and really took the wind out of Mel’s Sails.

Thank you for scholarship from Austin Eberwein.

On September 19, 2015, Peninsula Lions of Ocean Park will celebrate 60^th anniversary. Social hour at 5:00 PM and Dinner at 6:00 PM.

Lion Dee Johnson presented his beautiful wood turned art to Lion Seppo Tuominen and Lion Jack Strom for their service to Hoquiam Lions.

Bl Bruun announced that the Grays Harbor Coin Club is having a bronze and silver coin made to commemorate Hoquiam’s 125^th Anniversary. They will be available through the club or Harbor Drug.

Speaker:

Linda Borth who wears many hats in Grays Harbor volunteer work, spoke today of the Hoquiam Clothing Bank. It has been in existence for 12 years and is housed next to the food bank in the Masonic building. Although their needs are many, they particularly need children’s underwear, school supplies and linens, blankets and pillows. They serve over 2,600 families per year which equals about 9,500 people.

Next week – District governor will be here.

The Pot: Paula Dean – sadly not here and Paul, although he has a middle initial of A., was not allowed to take the pot for her.

Aug 25, 2915   Al Bruun reporting

King Lion Mel called the meeting to order. Number of guests, so they introduced themselves.

We discussed loggers playday button sales, BBQ, and concessions.

Program – was J. D. Miller who is the new district gov. He is a Vancouver Lions member. He talked on how the lions fit/help in the community. He stressed the International President’s theme – dignity harmony and humanity. Respect the dignity of those we serve. Buld harmonyto the world. His theme is – dance like nobody is watching. The spring conference will be May 13 0 14 at the Red Lion in Vancouver. The 100th anniv. in 2017 will be a 3 year celebration .He closed with a quote ” Lions can do anything. Lions never fail”.

There was a directors meeting after the close.

Pot – Jack Strum.

Aug 11, 2015  Jim Bucknell reporting

King Lion Mel called the meeting to order in his usual efficient and proper manner.  This was followed by better than average harmonizing.

Guest of the club was Tom from the Hoquiam City Parks Department.  Many kudos to Tom for his time spent in helping the club on various projects.

As the meeting progressed, Lion Roger passed the Rain Derby tickets out to members present.

There is no report ready according to Lion Jack, patiently awaiting review by Lion Larry.

The program for today was a team from Windermere Real Estate, Pat Olleachea and Travis Jelovich.  A most interesting program covering the Real Estate market in Grays Harbor area.  The trend is up from 2010 and 2013 lows.  The “For Sale Inventory” is down pushing toward a healthy average of 4 months worth of sales inventory.  Commercial sales are steady, about the same in the last 3 years. Very positive outlook.

Gordon Lanning, a man of untold wealth, won the pot.

REMEMBER – Pay your dues – Still need volunteers for Loggers Playday

Aug 4, 2015   Al Bruun reporting

King Lion Mel called the meeting to order.

Guest – Ken Mehin – transit boss.

Birthdays – Steve, Chris, Jack S., Don.

The BBQ at Westhaven went good.

PAY YOUR DUES.

Rain Derby tickets available next week.

Time to get ready for the salmon BBQ.

PROGRAM – Ian Cpoe from the PUD. I75th Its the anniversary of the PUD that was started in 1889 as the Aberdeen electric Co. which merged with several other locally owned electric co’s. It became public in 1940 as the PUD with 12.000 customers. Now there are 41,000. 159 people work there. They will have a booth at the fair starting tomorrow. Questions and answers followed. Great information about the history of our locally controlled PUD.  Thank you Ian!

pot – Dee Johnson. He was not in attendance so we will use the $$$ to pay off some of his I. .O.  U. ‘s

July 28, 2015   Al Bruun reporting

King Lion Mel called the meeting to order. Jerry Erickson led us in singing.

10:30 Friday – BBQ for Westheaven.

Program – 7th street kids presented several numbers from MY SON PINOCCHO with singers and dancers that will be preformed this Friday ( 7:30 ) Saturday ( 7:30 ) and Sunday ( 2:00 ) At the theater. Tickets are $12.00 for adults, $8.00 for students and $5.00 for under 12 years of age. The kids gave us a good preview of the  show. Tickets available at the usual outlets.

Pot – Joann but she was not here.

July 21, 2015  Al Bruun Reporting

The meeting was called to order by King Lion Mel. Singing was O K

Reminder – BBQ at Westhaven July 31 at 10:30.

Program – Jin introduce Paul Dean who explained what the $11.82 on our water bill was for.Its an availability fee to cover aid calls. The fire dept. gets 3,000+ calls a year. There was also a lively discussion about other fire dept. questions that were asked. Very good information was passed along by Paul.

Pot – Ed Wayman. He was not in attendance.

July 14,2015 Al Bruun reporting

King Lion Mel called the meeting to order.

Sharon Smith was a guest.

This sat salmon BBQ at downtown Clearwater. $17.00 adults. 410.00 kids.noon – 4.

The 31st BBQ cooking at Westhaven. 10:30 – 1:00

Camp Leo visit next week. See Seppo if interested.

Program – Inrepduced by Jim Bucknell was the fire dept. new ladderl truck that goes up 100′. Capt. Matt Miller and fireman/paramedic Aaron Cihak told us all about the truck and then we went outside for an outstanding demonstration. It is an impressive piece of machinery.

Pot – Steve Mihovillich who was not there.

July 7  2015  Al Bruun reporting

Lion King Mel called the meeting to order. Birthday – Don Little.

Pete Vander Linden’s daughter Claire was the guest.

Fireworks report. We should make something. Take down the stand after meeting today.

Thank you note for donation to YMCA summer program

Those who wish to visit Camp Leo in August, see Seppo..

Paige Kuhn got 3RD runner up at Miss Washington pageant.

Program – Al who related info about LISC. Lions International Stamp Club.

Pot – Mile Sand (not in attendance)

The meeting was called to order by King Lion  Seppo, his last.  King Lion Mel will be taking over next week.  The singing sounded so good that I thought the Hoquiam Tabernacle Choir was present.   Jim Bucknell and Jack Durney will be program chairmen for July.

Lion Mel Thompson present some of his collection of books of World War II facts.

Lion Jim Bucknell, a man in need, won the pot.

Check your fireworks schedule and be there…..

The meeting was called to order by King Lion Seppo and opening provided by Lion Pete Vander Linden.

Dee Johnson announced that he would forego his perfect attendance due to his upcoming trip.  He will provide his gifts in wood turned products upon his return.

Health Report

Pete Hegg is doing well and has been seen attending church and taking laps around the track.  He will be present at the next meeting.

Ken Johnson is doing well and looks in great shape according to Jerry McFeeley.

Donations:

$500.00 given to Hoquiam High School Woodshop

$500.00 given to YMCA Summer Program

Tee Shirts

Lion Jim Bucknell has arranged for various Lions garments with approval from International for use of logo.  Lion Seppo noted that he has an old shirt that in addition to the Lions logo on the front, there is the Hoquiam Logo with Jupiter Pluvius on the back.  We are investigating adding that option.

Program

Grays Harbor County Sheriff Rick Scott spoke today of the recent homicide and barricade situation on Oak Street and addressed some of the concerns voiced by local readers of the Daily World.  He also spoke of changes of the department in staffing of the clerical, corrections and criminal divisions.  The peak number of employees was 87, but now stands at 70.  This is coming when service calls are at an all time high.  Budget cuts proposed by the commissioners are not effectively enacted by less personnel as more overtime charges are incurred in order to give the county the necessary protection it requires.  In addition, additional services such as court security and emergency management have been added to the duties of the Sheriff’s Department.  As usual, Sheriff Scott gave a very informative talk.

The Pot

Mike Sand.  He was probably out golfing today, so was not able to receive his winnings.

Lion King Seppo called meeting to order followed by the most glorious singing due to small attendance with only the “Caruso’s” showing.

Lion Pete Hegg is doing better than expected after by-pass surgery.

Lion Ken Johnson reported as progressing after his surgery.

The sign up sheet for the 2015 fireworks booth was passed and looked like most slots were filled.

July 17th is the Central Park Lions installation dinner at 6:00 – $12.00.

July 18th is our Installation Dinner.  Just around the corner and we need your support.

Lion of the Year ballots were passed and collected.

Lion Chris introduced Mike Parker, Superintendent of Hoquiam School District.  Mike stressed the changes in student needs and how the system is changing to meet the needs and plans for the future.  Also, building maintenance and repair was covered.

Lion Joann won the pot and was not present to claim the $$$.

June 23, 2015  Al Bruun reporting

Ling Lion Seppo called the meeting to order. Guests were Dixie and Janet.

Fireworks stand set up Thursday at 1:00.

Fireworks work schedule was handed out.

$500.00 sent to YMCA summer program for kids.

Camp Leo – 2 kifs going but parents only paid registration – we pay the rest.

Discussion on moving the Ospray nest.

Program — Mel introduce Paige Kuhn ( Miss Grays Harbor ) who is running for Miss Washington which happens next week. She attends Eastern Washington. Her platform is providing school supplies for kids in need. Her talent is piano and she played what she will play at the contest. She introduced Nora Coffely ( Miss Outstanding teen ) Who told us about what she went through for the competition which starts in October. Her platform is socks for foster kids. Her talent is ballet. We wish LUCK to noth of them.

Pot – George Powers

June 2, 2015    Al Bruun reporting

King Lion Seppo called the meeting to order. We sang happy birthday to Paul D., Jack D., and Greg G.

The guest was Joan Donovitch, the new school nurse.

Clearwater charter is June 6 at Quinault.

Aberdeen 75th charter is June 8 at the log place.

Central Park charter June 17 at their place. 6:oo start  $12.00 cost.

Hoquiam installation June 18 at Elks. 5:30 start. Sign up with Jerry S.

Dues are due in June.

Lions club yellow caps are $8.00. See Al.

Fireworks coming up.

JULY 31 – BBQ at westhaven nursing home  11:00.

Vote next week on Lion of the year.

Short Board meeting next week after regular meeting.

Program was members of the High School music dept. The new music teacher has been teaching for 27 years in a number of school districts and told us the different aspects of the music program.. 3 trumpet players played a number and a flutist played a solo. They were great. The students then told what they learned from the music program – leadership, ethics, how to work together, and being committed.

Pot – McFeely

May 26,2015   Al Bruun reporting

King Lion Seppo called the meeting to order. Pam Pelan was a guest. She also did the photos of the student of the month kids and took picture of the newly installed benches on the main drag.

The highway clean up went off with out a hitch.

June 6th Clearwater charter a Lake Quinault rain forest building.

June 8 Aberdeen charter.

June 18 instellation dinner.

See Jerry S. for sign ups.

Program was all the students of the month for lunch. Seppo related what the Lions club did and was all about and the history. The students stud and said their name and where they were going to college. At the close, they all sat or a formal group picture taken by Pam Pelan.

Pot was won by Jerry S.

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

The meeting was called to order and the opening led by Lion Pete Vander Linden.

Reports

1. The highway clean-up on Longren Pass will be on May 20^th beginning at 1:00 PM.
2. Lion/Mayor Jack Durney is working on the photo op for publicity on the recently installed benches within the city.
3. Installation of officers dinner to be held at the Hoquiam Elks Lodge on June 18, 2015, 5:30 PM Social Hour with 6:30 PM dinner.  There is a choice of steak or salmon.  Please sign up at earliest convenience or call Lion Jerry directly.
4. Clearwater Installation/Charter dinner to be held on June 6^th at the Salmon House on the South Shore of Lake Quinault.  5:30 PM
5. Aberdeen Installation/Charter dinner to be held on June 8^th at the Rotory Log Pavilion at 6:00 PM
6. Scholarship committee has complete its selection of recipients and they will be awarded to the 5 students on Senior day by Lion Chris Eide.
7. This coming Tuesday, May 26^th, all of the 2014/2015 students of the month will be present for recognition.

Program

Today’s program was the granddaughter of Lion Jack Strom, Molly (Curry) Bold.  The bold family has been in the Grays Harbor fishing industry for over 100 years.  Molly spoke of how the fishing is a 276 Million Dollar industry within Washington State and how in 2013, over 139 Million lbs of fish were processed through Westport.  However, most people do not know of the importance of fishing is to both the Harbor and the State.  She is among a group that has established “We Fish” which promotes fishing on the harbor.  The are doing so by helping to maintain Fisherman’s Memorial, Supporting the Blessing of the fleet and speaking at organizations such as ours.

The Pot

Ed Wayman – Not here, so the pot will be carried to next week.

Meeting was called to order by King Lion Seppo, the traditional singing was started off key and did not improve.

Guests, 11 in total were introduced, were family members of the Boys and Girls of the month.  A good and impressive showing.

Mel Thompson was reported as doing well and resting at the local hotel on the hill.

Camp Leo attendees are currently being selected.

Highway clean up sign up sheet was passed and is scheduled for May 20th at 1 PM.

Boys and Girl of the Month for 3 months were introduced and recognized.  April – Bailee Bradley and Kenny Wakefield

May – Madison Nash and Nick Lindseth

June – Makenzie Clark and Ryan Talevich   

All 6 came equipped with impressive scholastic and social skills.  Speaks well for our community.

Larry Jones won the pot for the second week.  Maybe this will continue until the new transmission is amortized 100%.