Festive News 2017 by Hereford Lions Club

PAGE 30 • FESTIVE NEWS • DECEMBER 2015 (YHU\WKLQJ IRU WKH KRPH« \RX GHSDUW U ORFDO PHQ SURXG W VWRUH WR VXSSRU EH ¶+HUHIR WLQJ UG /LRQ V &OXE· .,7&+(16 /,9,1* %$7+5220 %('5220 :LGHPDUVK 6WUHHW +HUHIRUG +5 (( ZZZSKLOLSPRUULVGLUHFWFRXN Lions Roar – but they don’t bite! Keith Wilding of Ross-on-Wye Lions District Governor tells Festive News what it’s like to be a Lion Lions may seem a strange name for an organisation that helps others – Lions in the wild are not the most friendly of animals and seem to spend a lot of time either hunting or sleeping! However, Lions in your local community are rarely at rest and often out hunting for new ways to make a difference to those who might need a little extra help in life. Being a Lion is a privilege, but it is not a ‘closed’ group and the Clubs in and around Herefordshire are always keen to talk to people who are interested in joining them. The privilege comes from being able to join a group of likeminded people who are happy to roll their sleeves up, to raise funds but also to help in practical ways. From raffles to race nights, fairs to beer festivals and not forgetting being Santa’s helpers – whatever anyone can organise that is where the Lions get involved. Lions Clubs International is celebrating its 100 year Anniversary in 2017. This is an amazing milestone and it would be impossible to count how much has been done over those 100 years to improve the quality of life for many people. I have been involved in Ross Lions Club for 11 years. When I took early retirement I wanted to find a way to ‘give something back’. Membership of Lions gives people the chance to give something back, to contribute to the local and worldwide community. We can do so much more if we work together in a team than if we try to do things on Keith and wife Sue, also a Lion our own. Lions’ membership can broaden your horizons, help you to meet new people and make new friends. There are Lions Clubs all over world made up of volunteers and because members pay modest ‘subs’ to run the organisation, every penny donated by the public goes to those who need it most. There is a huge amount of personal satisfaction that comes from knowing that. We Lions focus on projects to promote Health, to empower our youth, to give sight and to meet humanitarian needs around the world. Some of what Lions do can be seen on our websites – just search for Lions Clubs International (www.lions105W.org.uk) and see what you can find out about us. And if you like what you see then get in touch and we can talk about how you might be able to help us and make your difference in the world. ABC AUTO ELECTRICAL SERVICES BATTERIES AVAILABLE: CARS, CARAVANS, MOTORCYCLES, DISABILITY SCOOTERS & GOLF TROLLEYS (tested & fitted free) The engineer’s first choice! REPAIRS, SERVICE & SALES IN: Air Conditioning G Alternators G Starter Motors G Reversing Cameras G Tracking Systems G CCTV Cameras G Hands Free Phone Kits G Front & Rear Parking Aids G Lighting G Tow Bars G Fault Finding & Diagnosis Taxi Meters & Calibration Please ring Andy on 01432 354666 or 07974 821159 Unit 4, Churchward Trading Estate, Barrs Court Road, Hereford HR1 1EN 14 NOVEMBER Good quality eating potatoes by the tonne or by the bag. Good boilers and bakers. The Hollies, Kings Acre Road, Hereford. Tel: 354408

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