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JUNGLE TALK MAY 2013

May 2013

JUNGLE TALKJUNGLE TALK

District A-16 Region 18 Zone 18 West

Volume 12-13 Issue No.8 Markham Lions Club:

PRESIDENT:

Lion Mark Carrington

14 Patriot Court

Markham ON L3P 6B2

(905) 472-1188

SECRETARY:

Lion Larry Tod

51 Major Buttons Dr

Markham ON L3P 3G6

(905) 294-7853

TREASURER:

Lion Dick Peel

101 Ramona Blvd

Markham ON L3P 2K6

(905) 294-9005

BULLETIN EDITOR:

Lion Mark Carrington

14 Patriot Court

Markham ON L3P 6B2

(905) 472-1188

District Officers:

DISTRICT GOVERNOR Lion Tom Gordon

84 Cardinal Crescent

Newmarket ON L3Y 5Y4

((905) 898-3315

1st VICE-DISTRICT

GOVERNOR:

Lion Lloyd Clifton

C/O Grace Ford

687 Kipling Ave Etobicoke ON M8Z 5G4 (416) 918-8127 2nd VICE_DISTRICT

GOVERNOR

Lion Eleanor Colwell

5 Lorraine Court

Bowmanville, ON L1C 3L5

(905) 697-4821

REGION CHAIRMAN:

Lion Tim Cheung 52 Heatherwood Crescent

Unionville, ON L3R 8W5

(905) 479-1902

ZONE CHAIRMAN:

Lion Sudha Verma

262 Bernard Avenue

Richmond Hill, ON L4S 1E1 (905) 770-1597

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

When the Club start talking about flowers we all know that Spring

is in the air. This brings to mind that this is the start of a busy

time for the Club members who are working on many project.

We had an outstanding effort from members selling and delivering

flowers to the public. With the effort put out one can see the will-

ingness of the members to ensure the success of the project. Lion

George McKelvey was instrumental along with the help of other

Lions, who were very willing to undertake the task. I cannot ex-

press my thanks and appreciation enough to Lion George and all

those who assisted when asked to coordinate this project and bring

it to the success that it did.

Six members of the Club were just awarded the Ontario Government Volunteer

Award. Congratulations all the awardees. Topping the list is Lion Tom Goldring with

50 years of volunteer service which is a tremendous achievement for anyone. Also, Li-

ons Dave Galloway and Dave MacInnis for 25 years, Lions Jack Dawson, Bill Milligan

and Mike Hiatt for 15 years of volunteer service. We congratulate them all on their

achievements.

We also had members and volunteers from Brother Andre Catholic High School who

assisted with the clean-up of Mount Joy Pond. This is a yearly community environ-

mental project. Thanks to Lion Carl Vanseader and all the members and volunteers

for ensuring that this pond area is kept in a very respectful manner each year.

Fireworks were sold on the Victoria day weekend as we always do each year. The

weather cooperated which made it a very successful weekend. Thanks to Lion Larry

and all other members who volunteered to make this a successful event.

As part of an investigative exercise the Club embarked on an e-waste collection trial

project. If successful this project could raise funds for the Club. This trial collection

which was undertaken by members of the Maple Lions Club with the Markham Lions

members as observers was held the Friday and Saturday of the Victoria Day long

weekend. The result was a tremendous success. However, it is still to be determine

whether this project will be considered as a fundraiser for the Club. Thanks to the Li-

on Dale and Sylvia McLease of the Maple Lions Club for assisting us with the collec-

tion of the e-waste.


1 President’s Message

2 Editorial

3 Bits & Bytes

4 Presentation

5 Presentation/DogWalk

6 The Roving Eye, Part One

7 The Lighter Side

8 Looking Back

9 Lions International

10 The Roving Eye, Part Two

11 The Roving Eye, Part Three

12 E-Waste/Fireworks

IN THIS ISSUE

EDITORIAL

Lion Dave Galloway

Mentoring

A million or so years ago when I was Presi-

dent of this club the planning committee put

forward a recommendation on mentoring

which was accepted by the club. Of course,

nothing happened.

Put simply and concisely the idea was to make

a list of topics which should be reviewed with

new members. This could be done in classroom

like settings with experts leading the tutorial. However it was pro-

posed that rather than take up more of our member’s time we should

integrate it into current practice. For example, at various events there

are slow times. Recently the first shift at the fireworks sale was not

very busy (about six sales, five of which were to Lions.) And so a new

member could have been put on shift with a past governor to discuss,

for example, the district. The membership committee would keep a log

until all review subjects had been signed off. A name for this approach

might be “mentoring.” No doubt this is a surprise to you but the Inter-

national has documents and procedures for “Mentoring.”

The following is from the International’s section on mentoring and we

should review it carefully to see if it meets our needs.

Contact your club president to express interest in the mentoring pro-

gram. He or she will help you find a mentor or mentee.

1. Download the Basic Mentoring Guide or the Advanced Mentoring

Guide. The guides can also be ordered from the Membership and New

Club Operations Department.

2. Complete the mentoring program levels of your choosing.

3. Submit the Achievement Forms in the back of the guides to the

Membership and New Club Operations Department. Upon completion

of the Basic Mentoring Program, both mentor and mentee will receive

a certificate of achievement. Mentors and mentees completing the Ad-

vanced Mentoring Program will receive a lapel pin.

It seems important that new Lions feel they are part of the action,

and this requires I believe that they understand the arguments and

know what is going on. I learned the hard way – several years as Sec-

retary where Presidents or the Board of Directors would assign tasks

which required me to find the answers, eg. Write to member x and tell

him what his alternatives are. It often took considerable research to

determine his alternatives.

We should have a close look at the mentoring system provided for our

use by International .


BITS & BYTES

Up-Coming Events:

MDA Convention was held from May 30 to June 2, 2013 at the Richmond Hill, Sheraton Parkway Hotel.

Air Cadets Squadron #883 Annual Review is June 9th at the Markham Village Arena Hwy 7 and 48.

Markhaven BBQ was on June 8

Markham Stouffville Hospital staff BBQ is on June 18. The final presentation to the Hospital Buy a bed

program. All are invited.

These Lions are celebrating

Birthdays/Anniversaries this

month. Happy Birthday wishes

to Lions Bryan Gray, Ken Harris

and Karim Moosabhay, Happy

Anniversary to Lions President

Mark Carrington & Jessica and

Ken and Elaine Drynan, Happy

Birthday and Happy Anniversary

wishes to all these members who

are celebrating this month. We

hope that it is a very enjoyable

celebration

Lion Bryan Gray Lion Karim Moosabhay Lion Ken Harris

Lion Ken Drynan Lion Mark Carrington

Birthday Greetings

Happy Anniversary


PRESENTATION/DOG WALK

PRESENTATION

Kristina Issa, a student at Brother Andre Catholic

High School made a presentation to the Markham

Lions Club at their Regular Meeting on may 2,

2013. Kristina performed very well at our District

competition (2nd intermediate English) and is the

A16 backup at the MDA competition. She is a

grade nine student and a member of the school

public speaking club. Her speech was about the

amazing health benefits of Chocolate. She said that

ground cocoa is full of anti-oxidants, it lowers blood

pressure, it helps with circulation, it gives us

energy, and it has numerous minerals that are

good for us. Lion Bruce Marshall congratulated

Kristina and gave her a token of appreciation.

The Purina Walk for Dog Guides was held on Sunday

May 26, 2013 in Milne Park Markham. Approximately

29 dogs of all breeds with their owners participated in

the walk which was led by the Air Cadet Squadron

#883.Ward 4 Councillor Carolina Moretti with the

assistance of 6 years old Nathan and Braden Arse-

nault and their Mom Jennifer Drynan-Arsenault cut

the ribbon to start the race.

Many thanks to Lion Don Way who sponsored the

light lunch which was provided and to Lion Mike Hiatt

for his assistance in securing to location etc. Also, to

the many sponsors including Critter Corner, Groom &

Style and Doggie Den.

Thanks to Lion ken Drynan and his Committee and everyone else who contributed to make this a successful

Dog Walk.


PRESENTATIONS

Henri Audet (Left) is Executive Director of

Camp Kirk and employed by the “Friends of

the Learning Disabled”. The camp has been

open since 1993 and has served as a summer

get-away for children with learning disabili-

ties. Camp Kirk sits on 110 acres near the vil-

lage of Kirkfield, Ontario and is owned and

maintained by the Lions Clubs Camp Kirk

Foundation of District A-16. The Friends of

The Learning Disabled, has an agreement

with the Lions Clubs Camp Kirk Foundation

to use the property, and they are solely re-

sponsible for the summer operation of the camp program. Henri is passionate about helping chil-

dren with learning disabilities. The Camp activities are design to remove the threats that bother

the children in “normal” social settings while creating an atmosphere where the children get to im-

proved their sense of self worth and a feeling of “I’m okay”. Henri provided two video presentations

that, in a very compelling way, demonstrated the value of this summer camp from the point of view

of the attendees. It was a moving presentation making Lions proud to be associated with this chari-

ty. Lion Carl Vanseader (right) thanked Henri and presented him with a donation.

Ontario Volunteer Service Awards were presented recently to two Lions by Lion President Mark

Carrington. On the (L) is Lion Mike Hiatt for 15 years of volunteer Service and on the (R) is Lion Dave

MacInnis for 25 years of volunteer Service.


THE ROVING EYE

PART - ONE

Dog #24 - Best family Dog

Dog #26 - Best Groomed Dog

Induction

On May 5, 2013 Ryan Wheatley (second from left) Grandson of Lion Grace Medland of the Markham Lions

Club was recently inducted into the Lindsay Lions Club at their 60th Charter Celebration. Lion Ryan is the

nephew of John and Jackie Bell.

In the photo on the right Lion President Ken Heulin of the Lindsay Lions Club is presenting Jackie Bell with

$1000.00 in PC Cards she won when she attended the induction ceremony for Lion Ryan.

Lion President Ken and Jackie

Bell

Dog #2 - Friendliest

Dog

Purina Dog Walk Cont’d


THE LIGHTER SIDE

A wife was making a breakfast of fried eggs for her

husband. Suddenly, her husband burst into the kitch-

en. 'Careful,' he said, 'CAREFUL! Put in some more

butter! Oh my gosh! You're cooking too many at once.

TOO MANY! Turn them! TURN THEM NOW! We

need more butter. Oh my gosh! WHERE are we going

to get MORE BUTTER? They're going to STICK!

Careful. CAREFUL! I said be CAREFUL! You NEV-

ER listen to me when you're cooking! Never! Turn

them! Hurry up! Are you CRAZY? Have you LOST

your mind? Don't forget to salt them. You know you

always forget to salt them. Use the Salt! USE THE

SALT! THE SALT!' The wife stared at him. 'What in

the world is wrong with you? You think I don't know

how to fry a couple of eggs?'

The husband calmly replied, 'I just wanted to show

you what it feels like when I'm driving.'

Marriage is a relationship in which one person is al-

ways right, and the other is a husband.

The lady was a Southern Baptist who attended ser-

vices and taught Sunday School every week.

On one Sunday, an out of town acquaintance, a gen-

tleman, was in the pew right behind her. He noted

what a fine looking woman she was..

While they were taking up the collection, the man

leaned forward and said, "Hey, how about you and I

having dinner on Tuesday?"

"Why yes, that would be nice," the lady respond-

ed. Well, the gentleman couldn't believe his luck. On

Tuesday he picked the lady up and took her to the

finest restaurant in that part of South Carolina .

When they sat down, the gentleman looked over at

her and

suggested, "Would you like a cocktail before dinner?"

"Oh, no," said our circumspect fine example of south-

ern womanhood, "What ever would I tell my Sunday

School class?"

Well, our gentleman was set back a bit, so he didn't

say much until after dinner, when he pulled out a

pack of cigarettes and asked, "Would you like a

smoke?"

"Oh my goodness no," said the woman. "I couldn't face

my Sunday School class if I did?"

Well, our boy felt pretty low after that, so they left,

got in his car and as he was driving the lady home,

they passed the local Holiday Inn. He'd been morally

rebuffed twice already, so he figured he had noth-

ing to lose so he ventured forth with, "Ahhh ..

Mmmm how would you like to stop at this motel?"

"Sure, that would be nice," she said in anticipation.

The gentleman couldn't believe his ears, and did a fast

u-turn right then and there, and drove back to the

motel and checked in.

The next morning, after a wild and passionate love

that night, the gentleman awoke first. He looked at

the lovely Dixie darling lying there in the bed and

with remorse thought, "What the hell have I

done? He shook her awake and pleaded, "I've got to

ask you one thing, whatever are you going to tell your

Sunday School class?"

The lady said, "The same thing I always tell them.

You don't have to smoke and drink to have a good

time."

10 IMPOSSIBILITIES IN THE WORLD

1) You can't count your hair.

2) You can't wash your eyes with soap.

3) You can't breathe when your tongue is out.

Put your tongue back in your mouth, you silly person.

Ten (10) Things I know about you.

1) You are reading this.

2) You are human.

3) You can't say the letter ''P'' without separating your

lips.

4) You just attempted to do it.

6) You are laughing at yourself.

7) You have a smile on your face and you skipped No.

5.

8) You just checked to see if there is a No. 5.

9) You laugh at this because you are a fun loving per-

son & everyone does it too.

10) You are probably going to send this to see who else

falls for it.

I am glad you read this because I didn't want to be

alone in the idiot category. Have a great Day. Laugh!


LOOKING BACK

President’s Message Cont’d

On Sunday May 26 the 3rd Annual Purina Dog Walk for DogGuides was held in Milne Park,

Markham for some 29 dogs and their owners. This project was coordinated by Lion Ken Drynan

and assisted by other members of the Club. It was a nice day to have this event and Ward 4

Councillor Christina Moretti was on hand to cut the ribbon to start the Dog Walk. It was very

pleasing to have some members of the Air Cadets Squadron #883 band to entertain and lead the

Dog Walk. A light lunch was server. From all reports the Club met or surpassed our targeted

donation to DogGuides. Many thanks to Lion Ken Drynan, his Committee and especially Lion

Mike Hiatt his contribution and to all others for their work in bringing this event to a successful

conclusion. Well done Lion Ken

Looking Back

Hell Drivers

The following is from the Board of Director’s Minutes of July 6, 1967.

Bill Sutherland spoke to the meeting as a representative of the Fair Board. He put before

us the proposition of having the Hell drivers visit Markham, using the track at the fair

grounds. The event to be sponsored jointly by the Lion’s Club and the Fair board. Lion Bill

then left the meeting to attend a Fair Board Meeting, later returning to our meeting and

stating that the tentative date of Sept. 15 was acceptable to both parties. We would share

50 % of the net profits. Sept. 15 date contingent on satisfactory financial arrangements be-

ing made between the Hell Drivers, the Fair Board and the Lions.

And from the October 5, 1967 Regular Club Meeting Minutes.

Lion Gord then reported that we stood to gain at least $300, with the possibility of $500

from the Hell Driver’s Show.

From the October 12 Board of Director’s Meeting.

Lion Doug Crawford was given the floor to announce the receipt of the Club’s share of prof-

its from the Hell driver’s Meet. This amounted to $442.20. He moved that we donate this

to Kiawanis to be diverted to the Cenotaph fund, and thus underwrite part of their guar-

antee deficit. This was seconded by Lion Bill Sutherland. After much discussion, an

amendment was proposed by Lion How Hagerman, seconded by Lion How Fairty, that the

donation be reduce to $200.00. Main objection was in donating the money to the Kiawanis

Club. The motion and amendment were then withdrawn, and a new motion moved by Lion

Tom Goldring as follows: That the Markham-Unionville Lions Club forward a cheque pay-

able to the Cenotaph Fund in the amount of $200 to the Markham Kiawanis Club. This to

come out of our share of the profits from the hell Drivers Meet.


LIONS INTERNATIONAL

Minden Disaster Relief

As a result of the severe flooding which occurred in the Minden Ontario area sometime around the

latter part of April the District applied for and received a disaster relief grant of $10K to assist with

relief activities in the area. Many Lion Clubs have also donated to the relief. Markham Lions Club

was no exception and have made a contribution of $1K.

A New Way to Welcome New Members

New members who are properly welcomed and orientated are more likely to remain Lions. That's

why, beginning next fiscal year, new Lions clubs will receive a welcome email from the international

president. LCI will also start sending an email to new-member sponsors to thank them for their sup-

port and remind them of their responsibilities. For members and sponsors with no email address, an

email will be sent to their respective club secretary. Continue to grow your Lions club by inviting

new members!

New Member Induction Kits Coming to a DG Near You

Beginning fiscal year 2013-14, District Governors will receive a supply of New Member Induction

Kits at the beginning of the year so they are readily available to present to new members. To make

the kits easy to distribute, New Member Induction Kits will contain a membership lapel pin, new

member certificate and sponsor certificate. Additional information and links will be provided in wel-

come emails to new members and club sponsors. Kits will continue to be available by request from

Club Supplies.

Lions Recreational Camps

Now is the perfect time to get involved with a Lions-sponsored recreational camp for special needs

individuals. Camp programs inspire health and confidence in youth, young adults and their families

through fun, educational activities. Do you have a special skill needed at your local camp? Find out

how you can assist with a camp project, sporting event or program. Sponsor a special needs person

to attend camp or arrange for transportation. Consider contacting a diabetes camp to learn what as-

sistance or medical items are needed. You can make camp a lasting memory for a special needs

child and his or her family!

Hamburg Convention Attendees: Special Activities & Seminars

Get a sneak peek of the seminars and activities offered at this year's Lions International Convention

in Hamburg, July 5-9. With beautiful concerts performed by the German Lions Symphony Orches-

tra and Orkester Norden; engaging seminars on social media, literacy, community service, and

youth programs; and even dancing in the exhibit hall, there is something for everyone to enjoy in

Hamburg! Register for the convention today.


THE ROVING EYE

PART - TWO

Golf for Non-Golfers: Members of the Markham Lions Club and their wives and friends

got together on May 25 at Bushwood Golf & Country Club to play a 9-hole round of golf. The

day was sunny and bright but a little cool. Lions Larry Tod and Barry MacDonald teams

tied for first place. It was a great event and everyone had some great fun.

ENVIROMENT:

Markham Lions, friends and

volunteers from the Brother

Andre High School got to-

gether on May 5 and per-

formed their annual clean up

of Mount Joy Pond at High-

way 16 & Markham Road. As

you can see in the photo

many bags of garbage was

collected.

Lions friends and volunteers

are all gathered around.

Thanks to them all for their

work in assisting with this

event this year again . Well

done by all.


THE ROVING EYE

PART - TWO

On May 3, 2013 members of the Markham lions and friends were in a party mood at the at the Gala hosted

by the Thornhill Lions Club the Markham lions Club and the New Horizon Lions Club. The evening was

filled with good food, silent auction and many prizes. Proceeds from this event will go towards the MSH Buy

a Bed program.

Gala


THE ROVING EYE

PART - THREE

The Markham Lions Club under the direction of Lions Dale

and Sylvia Mclease of the Maple Lions Club held a trial E-

Waste collection on May 17th and May 18 at the Markham

Arena at Hwy 7 & Markham Rd. This was a trial to determine

how the operation is carried out and to give the Club some

idea as to what is required to carry out such an operation. As

seen and reported that on Saturday was very busy for the col-

lection which was a very successful.

E-Waste Collection

Fireworks! Fireworks!

The Markham Lion once again this year on the

Victoria Day weekend sold fireworks at their usual

location at the Markham Arena at Hwy 7 & Mark-

ham Rd. The photos above show some of the fire-

works displayed for sale. In the Photo (L) are

Lions getting ready to sell the fireworks. Lions

George McKelvey (far left) and on the right is Lion

Ken Tranter

From all reports this event was very successful

and have surpassed previous years. Thanks to all.

Above is some of the e-waste

which was collected

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