We had the privilege of having Kayci and Heather who we sponsored to Girl’s State in 2008 report back to us of the wonderful educational experiences they had while at Girl’s State. They expressed gratitude for our support.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Monday, June 30, 2008
Elizabeth Anne Shattuck (Lizzy) trip to India
Here is a report from Lizzy whom the Pleasant Grove Lions Club contributed money to assist her in her wonderful service and teaching in a leprosy colony in India. Following are her own words:
Teaching English to the children at Rising Star was so fun and so rewarding. At first I felt intimidated at the thought of teaching the children, knowing that what I taught them would determine somewhat of their success for their whole lives. The first day of school we sat down with our first child, got to know them and feel comfortable with them. We tested them to check their level of 
English. I was surprised to see that even though one child would be the same age as another; the level they were at were completely different. The children are so sweet and so eager to learn. They are first generation learners and it is a big deal to them that we were teaching them English. We would sit on little mats in a beautiful mango grove and teach them. I enjoyed my time teaching and saw so much progress in my students. At first I thought that I would not make much progress with them considering the time we had to teach, but I was so pleased to see that they were grasping the lessons and truly progressing.
Visiting and working in the colonies was one of my favorite things. My first day in a leprosy colony was again, intimidating. I didn't know how to communicate with the people. I followed my session director around because she has been around leprosy patients for 4 years. By the end of the day, I was going around visiting alone. I fell in love with the people at the Pandora home for the leprosy affected. They are amazing, and there is a strong spirit there. Our project for our 3 weeks was to build a sunshade. We started with chiseling out cement in the ground a foot and a half deep for the poles. We mixed cement with our hands and poured in the holes and set the poles in. We waited a day and then chiseled holes in building walls for different poles. When applying for Rising Star Outreach, they mentioned that we would be donating our time, sweat, blood and tears. Building the sunshade was the sweaty part. It was a lot of work and so very much worth it. The people that lived under the sunshade were so happy and grateful. One man would boil hot sugar milk for us each day we were there working. We found out that they are so kind and generous even though they have nothing material. I want you to know how very much I appreciate this once in a lifetime opportunity to visit and serve in a place I was needed. Your financial support, prayers, and words of encouragement helped sustain me through this journey of learning, service and self-discovery!
English. I was surprised to see that even though one child would be the same age as another; the level they were at were completely different. The children are so sweet and so eager to learn. They are first generation learners and it is a big deal to them that we were teaching them English. We would sit on little mats in a beautiful mango grove and teach them. I enjoyed my time teaching and saw so much progress in my students. At first I thought that I would not make much progress with them considering the time we had to teach, but I was so pleased to see that they were grasping the lessons and truly progressing.Visiting and working in the colonies was one of my favorite things. My first day in a leprosy colony was again, intimidating. I didn't know how to communicate with the people. I followed my session director around because she has been around leprosy patients for 4 years. By the end of the day, I was going around visiting alone. I fell in love with the people at the Pandora home for the leprosy affected. They are amazing, and there is a strong spirit there. Our project for our 3 weeks was to build a sunshade. We started with chiseling out cement in the ground a foot and a half deep for the poles. We mixed cement with our hands and poured in the holes and set the poles in. We waited a day and then chiseled holes in building walls for different poles. When applying for Rising Star Outreach, they mentioned that we would be donating our time, sweat, blood and tears. Building the sunshade was the sweaty part. It was a lot of work and so very much worth it. The people that lived under the sunshade were so happy and grateful. One man would boil hot sugar milk for us each day we were there working. We found out that they are so kind and generous even though they have nothing material. I want you to know how very much I appreciate this once in a lifetime opportunity to visit and serve in a place I was needed. Your financial support, prayers, and words of encouragement helped sustain me through this journey of learning, service and self-discovery!
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Installation of new officers Dinner at the club house June 21, 2008 at 6 pm.
At our installation dinner we had dignitaries Randy and Ileane Taylor from district 28U who from hail Kamas, Utah. Randy is the current Tail Twister and past District Governor for district 28U. Randy installed our new officers.Our new officers are Lorrie Jonas President and Milton Taylor Vice President. 
Jo Taylor is Secretary, Lynn Seely Lion Taimer,
Jim Fisher Treasurer and Darlene Seely Tail Twister
Jim Fisher Treasurer and Darlene Seely Tail Twister
Asley was our Hoby Scholarship winner. Asley along with her mother shared with us about the Hoby program and the activities Asley is involved in. Asley performed a dance she learned in the Hoby program.
Lynn Seely presenting
Lorrie Jonas the president's pin.
Strawberry Days Parade in Pleasant Grove, Utah, June 21st, 2008
The Pleasant Grove Lions Club had the opportunity to be in the Strawberry Days parade in Pleasant Grove, Utah. We had a brand new truck that had signs all over it telling about our 70 years as a club (1938-2008), outh youth scholarships and about Ann Fisher our humanitarian award winner. We had young high school girls in vests helping us pass out baloons, candy and information about the club. Jo our Secretay Elect was our resident clown (the only one in the parade). Lorrie our President Elect was sharing information about being a family club and passing out baloons. Milt Taylor our Vice Presidnt Elect contributed the pictures. Enjoy some of the photos of our efforts.
So as you can tell we have loads of fun as a family club as well as provide much needed service in the community.
Monday, April 21, 2008
From our Lion's Club Cook - New England Clam Chowder
Lorrie Jonas our Vice President does the main courses for our lions club dinners. Here is her latest rendition from our Lions Club Family Night meeting April 19th. It is New England Clam Chowder.
Taste test it and add more if you think it needs it. (Its all up to you).
Cut up everything and put it in the crock pot on low and cook for most of the morning until the potatoes are soft and clams are falling apart. It is very important that the clams are not chewy. If you have a large bean pot you can cook it in there on 250 degrees till tender. Most people do not have one. When the main part of the meal is tender start making the broth in a separate pan. Add the whipping cream and whip till thickens a bit, then turn on low heat. Add the rest of the butter, salt, pepper and sugar. Cook on med heat till start to boil. Make sure you stir frequently or the milk will stick to the bottom of the pan. Add flour if chowder is not thicken enough. Remember to add slowly. No one likes chowder that is too thick. Should be enough to serve 8 and them some. Double recipe if you are serving for lots more.
New England Clam Chowder
Two 4oz cans of mushrooms or 1 package of fresh mushrooms
Two 4oz cans of mushrooms or 1 package of fresh mushrooms
One large sweet onionOne 20 oz can of clams or anything above or three 6oz cans
2 in a half sticks of butter
2 pints of heavy whipping cream
5 celery pieces from the stock
2 table spoons of salt
2 table spoons of pepper
2 table spoons or sugar
5 large size Idaho Potatoes or 8 red skin potatoes
Taste test it and add more if you think it needs it. (Its all up to you).
Cut up everything and put it in the crock pot on low and cook for most of the morning until the potatoes are soft and clams are falling apart. It is very important that the clams are not chewy. If you have a large bean pot you can cook it in there on 250 degrees till tender. Most people do not have one. When the main part of the meal is tender start making the broth in a separate pan. Add the whipping cream and whip till thickens a bit, then turn on low heat. Add the rest of the butter, salt, pepper and sugar. Cook on med heat till start to boil. Make sure you stir frequently or the milk will stick to the bottom of the pan. Add flour if chowder is not thicken enough. Remember to add slowly. No one likes chowder that is too thick. Should be enough to serve 8 and them some. Double recipe if you are serving for lots more.
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