Lions Club of Kuching Ixora: November 2010

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

MERL Conference (23rd 24th October 2010)

Its 'back to basics' for the Region 1 Lions as DC Mike Lim and DC Cecil Adenan shared with them matters regarding Membership, Extension, Retention and Leadership.

Key officers and new member Ln. Albert Lai represented the Lions Club of Kuching Ixora. Friend of Lions Marianne Tra helped out with registration.

True to the theme, "Lions Involvement, Meaningful and Fun", the participants took part in meaningful and fun activities with lots of interaction and discussion.

A truly successful conference!!

Congratulations to the Chairperson, Coordinator and Facilitators!!!

*Photos compliments of Z2C Sim Siaw Ching

Region 1 Peace Poster Contest (17th October 2010)

Shoppers at Boulevard Shopping Mall were treated to 'Vision of Peace' as posters were displayed on LCD Screen.

This year, the judging was done at a shopping mall to create public awareness as to the Peace Poster Contest.

The contest, itself, was done at school level and the winning posters were forwarded for judging at Region level.

Ixora sponsored contestant Janice Yap won first placing at school level (SMK Jalan Arang) but awarded Consolation at Region 1 Level. Her poster was forwarded to District Level, where it

merited Second Placing.

Good job Janice!!! You make us proud!!

'Charity Ride 2010' Flag off (10th October 2010)

Singapore riders and their bikes invaded the lobby of Four Points Hotel as they got ready for the early morning flag off.

They were actually participating in the Sarawak Charity Ride 2010, a District 308-A1 & District 308-A2 joint project, to raise funds for charity.

The journey took them to Sri Aman, Sarikei, Sibu, Bintulu and Miri, where they flew home to Singapore.

Ixorians participated in soliciting donations through the Sarawak Charity Ride Card. Three Ixorians and a Friend of Lions joined in the roaring send off.

Bravo Riders!!

Kudos to the Organizing Chairperson Z3C Augustine Ho and his committee!!

*Pictures compliments of Z2C Sim Siaw Ching

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Participation in the Lions Club of Kuching Host's 45 Years of Service in Lionism Dinner (9th October 2010)

'Glitz and Glam' was the order of the night and the Region 1 Lions dined in style. The fellowship was not only an Inter-Club one but also an Inter-District fellowship.

District Governor Augustine Ngu, International Director Michael So, Cabinet Officers, President, members of Region 1 Clubs and sister club representative of Kuching Host graced the occasion.

Joining in the fun were the Ixorians Past International Director (PID) Ellis Suriyati, Region 1 Chairperson Judy Kho, District Chairperson Leo Eric Tan, Secretary Cynthia Zehnder, Treasurer Molly Yet, Director Yeo Kim Teck and Friend of Lions Teresa Rose Marlam.

To serenade the diners was violinist Brian Tan who played so melodiously and touched the hearts of many.

The energetic moves of the dance troupe kept everyone in good mood and spirits.

Kudos to the Organizing Chairperson Ln. Wenderine Koo and her committee for a successful evening of excellent food, excellent company and excellent entertainment.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Participation in the Lions Club of Kuching Host's 45 Years of Service in Lionism Celebration (9th October 2010)

'45 Years of Service in Lionism' is an achievement in itself. This becomes more meaningful when Lions reach out 'To Serve'.

To promote Inter-Club understanding and fellowship, Ixorians participated in the Lions Club of Kuching Host's 45 Years in Service Celebration by attending their project at the Sarawak Society for the Deaf Head Quarters where a set of car washing equipment was handed over to the Society.

This was followed by a tour of the Head Quarters and a luncheon fellowship hosted by Past District Governor (PDG) BC Sim. The briefing and tour was very informative. Meeting and fellowship with the Deaf Society members was most encouraging and meaningful.

"True charity is the desire to be useful to others without thought of recompense."

-Emmanuel Swedenborg-

Region 1 Tree Planting Project (9th October 2010)

"Planting trees is planting life... What is a planet without trees?"

"Protect our Planet" is International President's call. Region 1 Lions answered the challenge and armed with spade and "cangkul", planted 10 ornamental trees along the road facing the Sarawak Society for the Deaf.

Ixorian Lions shared a tree with the Lions Club of Stampin-Pending which was planted Malaysian 'gotong-royong' style.

"The best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago. The second best time is now."

-Proverb Quotes-

School Level Peace Poster Contest (23rd September 2010)

This year, in line with International President's Special Service Action Campaign, "Engaging Our Youth", the Lions Club of Kuching Ixora empowered its Leo Club of SMK Jalan Arang to organize the Peace Poster Contest at School Level.

Organizing Chairperson (OC) was Leo Kon Siaw Lin who was assisted by a committee of 7 Leos, 2 Leo Advisors, namely Lion Clara Sim and Lion Molly Yet, and Leo Faculty Advisor Madam Dora Teo. However, the Organizing Chairperson at Club Level was Region 1 Chairperson Lion Judy Kho.

The completed posters were judged by an Art teacher of the school, Mr Daryl Peter, who has a Degree in Graphic Design and a Diploma in Education (Visual Art).

Janice Yap's "Vision of Peace" won her 1st Placing and her poster was forwarded to the Region 1 Peace Poster Contest. Runner ups were Shirley Siong who took 2nd Placing. Consolation prize went to Then Hua Li and Chong Ling Ling.

The winner, Janice Yap, showing her 'Vision of Peace'...

The runner up, Shirley Siong, is also proud of her 'Vision of Peace'. She poses proudly with Region 1 Chairperson Judy Kho, Secretary Cynthia Zehnder, OC Leo Kon Siaw Lin, Faculty Advisor Mdm. Dora Teo and Mr. Daryl Peter.

Congratulations to all prize winners!!

May your 'Vision of Peace' becomes a reality..

*Pictures compliments of Leo Aaron Wong

3rd BOD cum General Meeting.. Meeting with a Difference (3rd September 2010)

This meeting cum fellowship was held at the Gamelan Indonesian Restaurant, Kuching.

Membership attendance was good and so was the support of the Friends of Lions.

Immediate Past President (IPP) Julie Chong and 2nd Vice President Sim Kuang Boon were pleasantly surprised when lights were dimmed and.....

their birthday cake was brought in...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!!

Food was good and so was the company.

"And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years"

-Abraham Lincoln-

Hari Raya Visit & Fellowship at Club Member PID Ellis Suriyati's Residence (11th September 2010)

Ixorians and Leos of SMK Jalan Arang celebrated Hari Raya with our very own PID Hajah Ellis Suriyati Hj. Omar at her residence.

Fellowship was good and so was the food.....

Region 1 Joint Installation (8th August 2010)

Once again, Ixora Lions, together with other Region 1 Lions pledge to serve the community and take up the District Governor's challenge "Service with Action" in order to rise to the International President's theme "A Beacon of Hope".

It was a Gala evening when District Governor Augustine Ngu installed 12 BOD Members including 3 key officers; witnessed by 3 members and 7 Friends of Lions.

President, Secretary and Treasurer....

Ixorian highlight of the night was the induction of Friend of Lions Albert Lai.

Welcome to the Lions family...

It was an evening of fine dining, good fellowship and impressive band performance.

"We act out things we cannot put into words"

-Thomas Lynch-

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

President's Fellowship cum Initial Formation of Joint Installation Committee (23rd June 2010)

To usher in the new fiscal year, Region 1 Chairperson Judy Kho hosted the President Fellowship cum Region 1 Joint Installation Committee Formation Meeting.

Incoming Secretary Cynthia Maria Zehnder attended on behalf of President Alvin Sia Chung Hua, who was appointed to facilitate Food and Beverages and also facilities.

It was an evening of...............