6/19/14 - Lions Club leaders from Holt, Mason and Eaton Rapids chaired a meeting centered on rebuilding the Howell Lions Club last night. Unfortunately, just two people turned out for the gathering at the Howell Carnegie District Library. The Howell Lions Club, which disbanded in 2013, has nine active members. District Managers held the informational session with the hopes that at least eleven other civic minded residents would join the volunteer organization. Lion Karen Routon, who was disappointed by the poor turnout, tells WHMI there are many benefits to becoming a member of the Howell Lions Club as members gain networking experience and are given the opportunity to participate in leadership training. Lions Clubs are well known for supporting eyesight-related programs, assisting disabled individuals, feeding the hungry and providing disaster relief assistance. In 2012, the Lions Club International Foundation approved a $10,000 grant which provided food, water, clothing, medical supplies, prescriptions, and other necessities to residents of the Dexter affected by a tornado. To learn more about the Lions Club or if you are interested in joining the Howell club visit the club's Facebook Page. The link is provided below. (LR/JK)
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