EL CAJON VALLEY HOSTS LION’S NEWSLETTER
January 5, 2026, Members: _35___ Guests: _1__
Facebook: El Cajon Valley Host Lions Club
Volume 2026 _______________________________________Issue 1
CALL TO ORDER: ____Ron Nevels
Invocation: ___Mark Clifton__________
Pledge of Allegiance: _Keith MacArthur________
Patriotic Song: ___Kat Zeman _______ Song: __God Bless America_________
HELEN KELLER QUOTE BY: ___Don Anthony_______________
“ Be nice to other people. Respect your elders
GUESTS: ____Adam Smith ____________________
GOOD TO SEE: _Everyone for the New Year_____________________
COMMUNICATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Upcoming Meetings: Foundation meeting on January 15th, planned giving, and financial updates
New El Cajon Lions’ Club directories are available. You are encouraged to have members take copies for home and car, ensuring that updated contact information is widely available
CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS:
Melvin Jones Luncheon: Saturday, Jan. 10, 11-4 PM, Elks Lodge,
Jan. 31, ECVHL Student Speakers Contest: 1 PM, ECPD Community room.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU
VAN WILLSEY (1-19-64) COLEEN OWENS (1-19-48)
SUSIE CLINE (1-18-50) KEN SANDERS (1-28-84)
Speaker 4: 03:52
Happy birthday to the lions. Happy birthday to you.
GOOD CHEER: _________________________________________________________
IF you know of any members who are in distress, sick, or in the hospital, PLEASE notify PP Yvonne so our good wishes can be conveyed to him/her. 619/838-4262
January EXEMPT BADGE: __Grant Thiem Jr.__$75_____________
VICE PRESIDENT REPORTS:
1st VP Penny Duane: The El Cajon Lions is preparing for a focused meeting on the Gunsmoke event, with the first planning session set for Monday(January 12th) after the next lunch meeting, showing proactive event planning. Gunsmoke requires cross-team scheduling (venue, volunteers, sponsor commitments); resource: volunteer shifts and equipment.
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2nd VP Grant Thiem III: __Update on school kids’ commitment to the speaker contest. Status to be provided within the upcoming week ________________________________________________
3rd VP Kat Zeman: Mark Clifton report __The El Cajon Lions successfully executed a large-scale Christmas basket program with outstanding volunteer participation and logistical coordination.
The Christmas basket initiative involved over 40 named volunteers, including Don Anthony, Chris Bramwell, Tiffany, Tom Hoban, and Bob Moreau, who helped pick up and distribute food and supplies, resulting in nearly all families receiving aid, with only one or two exceptions
Volunteers handled multiple tasks, including picking up boxes, bread, and pizzas, and managing distribution with support from local businesses and community members.
The presence of Joe Crawford and Keith managing crowd control at the food pickup site ensured smooth operations amid disruptions.
Angel played a key role in organizing and supporting the team throughout the effort.
The effort was so effective that leftover food was minimal, with Bob Moreau taking only a small amount to his church, indicating near-complete distribution.
A record of 12 families was served by Jim Singh and his son, highlighting individual contributions that boosted overall success
Coleen Owens Coordinated calls to ensure recipient availability, with interpreters engaged for non-English speakers, showing attention to inclusive communication.
Frank, Kat Zeman’s husband, stored turkeys overnight to maintain food quality, reflecting careful handling of perishable items.
The project demonstrated strong community spirit and operational teamwork, setting a high standard for future events.
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- LCIF: PP Yvonne Paris: __The Melvin Jones luncheon is planned annually with a target to involve at least the four newest fellows, emphasizing member recognition and retention
- Reservations deadline is approaching, with efforts underway to confirm attendance and payments, ensuring smooth event management.
- This event supports long-term member engagement and celebrates community service, strengthening organizational culture.
Please call Yvonne if you would like to go by January 9th _______________________________________________________
HAPPY DOLLARS/FINES: TT __Bob Moreau___________________________
| Gary Sims | $5 | I got a happy five for the San Diego State Aztecs winning their triple-overtime games Saturday. |
| Roger Stebleton | $1500 | Glad to be back in warm San Diego. Donate to the El Cajon Lions Foundation |
| Dolores Galkowski | $20 | 8 days in Nassau, and meeting for the first time an eight-month-old raised grandson. |
| Walt Simmons | $10 | I’m going to wish all the lions. A very happy Happy New Year. |
| Dyan Jones | $30 | Happy New Year to everyone. And I will have a margarita because my son is finally 30 years old |
| Phil Smith | $3 | I got a part-time job dancing.At Pacer, you cannot see it. |
| Grant Thiem Jr. | $75 | Except Badge |
| Grant Thiem III | $75 | Not returning the except badge |
| Mark Clifton | $5 | I got a $5 for getting through the holidays. We had 28 people in our baby condo on Christmas Eve. And between the Christmas baskets, which I’ll go into later, and everything with Christmas, we’re. I’m glad to be in a new year now. Awesome. |
| Paul Tremblay | $5 | Just glad to be back. I feel like I just lost December. I was down with a cold. Worst cold I’ve ever had in my life. So it’s good to be back and seeing all these familiar faces around me. Also, being January reminds me that we’re.Going to have to start talking about. Gunsmoke because there’s a lot of planning involved, including when it’s going to take place and where it’s going to take place. So, we’re going to have our first Gunsmoke meeting following next Monday’s lunch. |
| Tom Normandie | $5 | My wife had a Cold |
| Warren McKenna | $5 | The phone went off |
Roger’s $1,500 donation to the foundation stands out as a significant financial contribution, reinforcing support for charitable causes.
PROGRAM: Adam Smith – Fitness Trainer
Goal Setting
Setting clear fitness goals is one of the strongest predictors of long-term success in training. The most effective approach is to use small, actionable, realistic steps that build momentum over time. Below is a practical, structured guide you can use to set goals that actually work.
Exercise:
What it does
- Improves heart and lung function
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- Helps with weight management
- Reduces risk of chronic disease
Weight Loss:
Weight loss in fitness training works best when you combine the right types of exercise with sustainable habits. The most effective approaches—supported by current evidence—include a mix of cardio, strength training, and high-intensity intervals, all of which boost calorie burn and metabolism
Nutrition:
Good nutrition is one of the most important parts of fitness training because it directly affects your energy, performance, recovery, and long-term results. The latest guidance from Mayo Clinic and the American Heart Association emphasizes balanced carbs, protein, healthy fats, and proper hydration to fuel workouts and support muscle repair.
Please contact Adam for your Fitness needs
UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
ATTENDANCE DRAWING: ___Tom Normandie $__10______
50/50 OPPORTUNITY DRAWING: ___Mike Raney__$__53______
TODAY’S RIB TICKLER
Lead to serve and serve to lead
AP Singh, International Lions President