Manheim Township Leo Club Awards & Recognition Meeting - April 24, 2015

On April 24, 2015 representatives of the Manheim Township Lions Club attended the Manheim Township Leo Club meeting to present awards to the 2014-15 Leos.

Thirty three Leos were presented with Certificates of Appreciation with letters for performing service projects ranging in number from one to eight. Leo President Neil, Vice President Monica and Treasurer Ross completed the most projects – eight! The Certificate wording was “In recognition of and appreciation for contributing personal time and effort to be involved with and assist the members of the Manheim Township Lions Club with (number of) service projects.”

Twelve senior class Leos were presented with Lions Clubs International Leo Completion of Service Certificates in recognition of their years of service in the Leo Club.

Three Leos, President Neil, Vice President Monika and Treasurer Ross were presented with Community Service Recognition Certificates as members who provided the highest levels of community service. Donations were made to the Manheim Township Public Library in the names of these Leos.

In recognition of him being a distinguished Leo Senior who is not only a well-rounded student, but one that excels within and beyond the classroom in areas of leadership, personal integrity and community service President Neil was presented with a letter advising him that he will be receiving the annual Manheim Township Lions Cub’s Leo Distinguished Leadership and Community Service Award at the upcoming High School Senior Awards Ceremony.

Mr. Wayne Kantz, the Manheim Township High School Faculty Leo Club Advisor, was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for his concern, time, effort and advice given to the officers and members of the Manheim Township Leo Club. The Certificate also expressed the appreciation of the Manheim Township Lions Club for his cooperative interaction with and support of the Manheim Township Lions Club in fulfilling its responsibilities as the Leo Club's sponsoring Lions Club.

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Manheim Township Leo Club Awards & Recognition Meeting - April 24, 2015

On April 24, 2015 representatives of the Manheim Township Lions Club attended the Manheim Township Leo Club meeting to present awards to the 2014-15 Leos.

Thirty three Leos were presented with Certificates of Appreciation with letters for performing service projects ranging in number from one to eight. Leo President Neil, Vice President Monica and Treasurer Ross completed the most projects – eight! The Certificate wording was “In recognition of and appreciation for contributing personal time and effort to be involved with and assist the members of the Manheim Township Lions Club with (number of) service projects.”

Twelve senior class Leos were presented with Lions Clubs International Leo Completion of Service Certificates in recognition of their years of service in the Leo Club.

Three Leos, President Neil, Vice President Monika and Treasurer Ross were presented with Community Service Recognition Certificates as members who provided the highest levels of community service. Donations were made to the Manheim Township Public Library in the names of these Leos.

In recognition of him being a distinguished Leo Senior who is not only a well-rounded student, but one that excels within and beyond the classroom in areas of leadership, personal integrity and community service President Neil was presented with a letter advising him that he will be receiving the annual Manheim Township Lions Cub’s Leo Distinguished Leadership and Community Service Award at the upcoming High School Senior Awards Ceremony.

Mr. Wayne Kantz, the Manheim Township High School Faculty Leo Club Advisor, was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for his concern, time, effort and advice given to the officers and members of the Manheim Township Leo Club. The Certificate also expressed the appreciation of the Manheim Township Lions Club for his cooperative interaction with and support of the Manheim Township Lions Club in fulfilling its responsibilities as the Leo Club's sponsoring Lions Club.

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Annual Egg Hunt - April 4, 2015

The Annual Egg Hunt sponsored by the Manheim Township Lions Club was held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at the Manheim Township Community Park located on Petersburg Road in Neffsville.  Members of the Manheim Township Leo Club helped to hide eggs and wear the Bunny costume.  There were prize eggs for lucky hunters.  It was a beautiful but cool and windy day. with 28 mph winds with gusts of 38 mph.  There were 200 to 300 hunters who gathered 6,000 eggs in just less two minutes.  Thanks to all who donated used eyeglasses and a special thanks to Lion Jerry for organizing this event

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Annual Egg Hunt - April 4, 2015

The Annual Egg Hunt sponsored by the Manheim Township Lions Club was held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at the Manheim Township Community Park located on Petersburg Road in Neffsville.  Members of the Manheim Township Leo Club helped to hide eggs and wear the Bunny costume.  There were prize eggs for lucky hunters.  It was a beautiful but cool and windy day. with 28 mph winds with gusts of 38 mph.  There were 200 to 300 hunters who gathered 6,000 eggs in just less two minutes.  Thanks to all who donated used eyeglasses and a special thanks to Lion Jerry for organizing this event

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300 Hours Of Community Service

During the month of March, Manheim Township Lions Club members and their partners in service performed 300 hours of service to the Neffsville Community Fire Company in support of their Spring Soup and Sub Sale. This is in addition to the 1,005 hours expended last summer in preparation for the Fall Soup Sale.

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300 Hours Of Community Service

During the month of March, Manheim Township Lions Club members and their partners in service performed 300 hours of service to the Neffsville Community Fire Company in support of their Spring Soup and Sub Sale. This is in addition to the 1,005 hours expended last summer in preparation for the Fall Soup Sale.

Click on the Following link to view a slideshow of the soup sale preparation by members of the Club.

Fourth Annual Roaring Rights Rivalry - March 21, 2015

The Fourth Annual Roaring Rights Rivalry between the Manheim Township Lions Club and the Manheim Township Leo Club was held on March 21, 2015 at the Hamilton Club in Lancaster. Lion Kathy Weierbach once again organized this event which started with an excellent luncheon. This year’s challenge was again Duck Pin Bowling.

The Leo Cubs team defeated the Lion Monarchs team by a score of 1,050 to 999 to take the match and retain the coveted Trophy Towel. The Lions congratulate the Leos on their win but advise them to watch out for next year. Even though the Leos are up 3 -1, the Lions pride is at stake!

This link will take you to a slideshow of the Leo's victory.

Fourth Annual Roaring Rights Rivalry - March 21, 2015

The Fourth Annual Roaring Rights Rivalry between the Manheim Township Lions Club and the Manheim Township Leo Club was held on March 21, 2015 at the Hamilton Club in Lancaster. Lion Kathy Weierbach once again organized this event which started with an excellent luncheon. This year’s challenge was again Duck Pin Bowling.

The Leo Cubs team defeated the Lion Monarchs team by a score of 1,050 to 999 to take the match and retain the coveted Trophy Towel. The Lions congratulate the Leos on their win but advise them to watch out for next year. Even though the Leos are up 3 -1, the Lions pride is at stake!

This link will take you to a slideshow of the Leo's victory.

Thank You For Your Support - Basket Bingo 2015

Thank you for your support of our Tenth Annual Basket Bingo held on March 14, 2015. A special thanks to the entire group of basket sponsors as well as all of our door prize donors! Also, a special thanks to the Manheim Township School District for the use of their facilities and the Neffsville Community Fire Company for use of their tables and chairs.

The proceeds from this event will be used to support sight-related projects including Leader Dog, Pennsylvania Lions Beacon Lodge Camp, Vision Corps formerly the Susquehanna Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, the Northeast Pennsylvania Eye Bank and etc. as well as a contribution to Boy Scout Troop 84.

This link will take you to a slideshow of the Bingo.

Thank You For Your Support - Basket Bingo 2015

Thank you for your support of our Tenth Annual Basket Bingo held on March 14, 2015. A special thanks to the entire group of basket sponsors as well as all of our door prize donors! Also, a special thanks to the Manheim Township School District for the use of their facilities and the Neffsville Community Fire Company for use of their tables and chairs.

The proceeds from this event will be used to support sight-related projects including Leader Dog, Pennsylvania Lions Beacon Lodge Camp, Vision Corps formerly the Susquehanna Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, the Northeast Pennsylvania Eye Bank and etc. as well as a contribution to Boy Scout Troop 84.

This link will take you to a slideshow of the Bingo.

District 14-D Bowling Tournament - March 1, 2015

We had a fun time bowling at the District 14-D Bowling Tournament held at Dutch Lanes on March 1.  The Manheim Township Lions Club went head-to-head with the Millersville Lions Club composed of left handed ringers.  Lions Dwight "Eastman Kodak" Rager, Larry "Two different Shoes" Miller, George "The Blur" Groff, Judy "The Captain" Frantz  and Leo "The Ringer" Lauren made up our team.  Leo Lauren, was our high scorer with a 535.  She is Lion George Groff’s granddaughter and a member of the Manheim Township High School Bowling Team. Unfortunately we were defeated by a score of 2,537 to 1,850.

This link will take you to a slideshow of our agony of defeat.

Photos courtesy of Lion Dwight "Eastman Kodak" Rager.