SVHL-NewsLetter-2014.. - District 4

Bob DeUnger, Secretary & Editor
788 Fairlands Ave, Campbell, CA
(650) 996-4127
bobdeunger@comcast.net
Dennis Moreno, President
575 S. Frances St., Sunnyvale, CA
(408) 739-0808
sunnyvalelions@aol.com
Jim Goodheart, Dist. Governor
Helen Tindall, RegionChair
Suzie DeUnger, Zone Chair
www.sunnyvalehostlions.org
Official Newsletter of Sunnyvale Host Lions
788 Fairlands Ave., Campbell, CA 95008
District 4-C6, Region 1, Zone 1
February 2014 Newsletter
MESSAGE from the President
Saint Patty’s Day
Saint Patrick's Day or the Feast of Saint Patrick (Irish: Lá Fhéile Pádraig, "the Day of
the Festival of Patrick") is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated on 17 March. It is named
after Saint Patrick (c. AD 385–461), the most commonly recognized of the patron saints of
Ireland.
Saint Patrick's Day was made an official Christian feast day in the early seventeenth
century and is observed by the Catholic Church, the Anglican Communion (especially the
Church of Ireland), the Eastern Orthodox Church and Lutheran Church. The day commemorates
Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, as well as celebrates the heritage and
culture of the Irish in general. Celebrations generally involve public parades and festivals,
céilithe, and the wearing of green attire or shamrocks. Christians also attend church services,
and the Lenten restrictions on eating and drinking alcohol are lifted for the day, which has
encouraged and propagated the holiday's tradition of alcohol consumption.
Saint Patrick's Day is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland,
Newfoundland and Labrador and Montserrat. It is also widely celebrated by the Irish diaspora
around the world; especially in Britain, Canada, the United States, Argentina, Australia and
New Zealand.
So, Happy St. Pat’s Day - President Dennis
Student Speakers Contest, Wednesday, February 5th
Lion Bob open the Student Speakers Contest at 7:00pm. The topic this year was “Community
Service – What Does it Mean and Why Does it matter?” Neil Tagare from Bellarmine High School
was the winner. He was presented with a $75.00 check. I want to thank the Timers: Lions Matt,
Jeanine and Jeff. The Tellers: Lions Suzie and Dennis. A special thanks to our Judges: Tammy
Lewis, Virginia Larsen and Barbara Harlan. The Zone Contest will be held on Tuesday, March 4th at
the Sunnyvale School Headquarters, 819 W. Iowa Ave. in Sunnyvale. Contest adjourned at 8:30pm
by Contest Chair, Bob.
Neil giving his speech
Lion Bob and Neil
Spouse’s Night Out at Tao Tao’s, Wednesday, February 19th
President Dennis called the meeting to order at 7:00pm. Everyone at this point started to order their
favorite drinks. This ranged from wine to mai-tai’s and everything in between. Lion Dennis had one
of his famous “Pop” quizes ready. The topic was “Native Americans”. Approved Lion Jeanine Healy
as an Associate Member. The food was great ~ Chicken Chinese salad, Tao Tao beef, sweet & sour
pork, white rice, fried rice, vegetables, etc. Fun was had by all. Lion Dennis reminded everyone
about the up and coming Flag Day presentations at Ellis Elementary School, Vargas Elementary
School and Fairwood Elementary School next Tuesday and Thursday. President Dennis adjourned
the dinner at 9:30pm.
Gosia & Przem & Jennifer : Janis & Jeff
Suzie & Alun : Kathy & Matt
John & Christine : Karen, Suzie & Colette
Lions Judy and Lion Paul
Lion Ron and Nedjeljka
Lion Jeanine & Lion Dennis
Flag Days at Ellis, Vargas and Fairwood Elementary Schools
15 Star & 15 Strips Flag
Lion Dennis pointing out the 31st Star
(California)
Lion Dennis & Lion Jennifer
Class Room
Union Jack Flag
Lions Matt, Dennis & Bob
Tree Planting Held on Saturday, February 15th
The tree planting event started at 9:00am at two parks, Cardoza Park and Murphy Park. It was put
on by Milpitas Advisory Commission. Lion Gosia Czajka-Hernik and husband, Przemyshaw, and Lion
George Clark helped plant 125 trees (30 scarlet oak, 65 jacarandas and 30 sawleaf zelkovas). There
were over 110 volunteers rooting those trees. There were volunteers from the city VIPs and Lions
Club members. Lion Gosia said “it was a great experience” and “we had so much fun”. Przem likes
gardening. All the trees were planted by 1:00pm. Another great community project.
The Group planting Trees
Lion Gosia
Przem digging a hole
Przem still digging
DATES TO REMEMBER
Scotts Valley Host Lions ~ Crab Cioppino Feed/Dance Saturday, March 1st at C.P.D.E.S. Hall in Santa Cruz,
at 7:30pm dinner - $50.00/person.
Bingo Night Coverage ~ on Monday, March 3rd at American Legion Hall, 2120 Walsh Ave., Santa Clara –
5:30pm
Sunnyvale Host Lions ~ St. Patty Dinner, Sunday, March 16th from 4:30pm-7pm at Sunnyvale Elks Lodge,
375 N. Pastoria Ave., Sunnyvale - $20.00/adult & $10.00/child over 12 years old.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Zone Student Speakers Contest, Tuesday, March 4th – 7:00pm
Regular Meeting, Wednesday, March 5, 7:00pm
Regular Meeting, Wednesday, March 19, 7:00pm
EDITOR’S CORNER ~
FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS
“Valentine’s Day History”
Jennifer Bates – Feb. 3rd
Elena Perez – Feb. 21st
Ruben Alba – Feb. 26th
The history of Valentine’s Day is obscure,
and further clouded by various fanciful legends.
The holiday’s roots are in the ancient Roman
festival of Lupercalia, a fertility celebration
commemorated annually on February 15. Pope
Gelasius I recast this pagan festival as a Christian
Feast day circa 496, declaring February 14 to be St.
Valentine’s Day.
NEWS FLASH: We have a Celebrity in our Club – Lion Gosia was interviewed and is published
in the District News Letter the “Good News’”.
HUMOR OF THE MONTH
School Trouble
A student in a college philosophy course was having trouble making heads or tails out of a
reading assignment the teacher had given him. So, he went to the professor after classes and asked
for help. “Would you mind if we walked while we talked? I'd like to stroll down to the zoo.” the
professor asked. “Sure” said the student. He picked up the book and left with the professor. The two
walked down to the zoo, having a deep discussion about the contents of the reading assignment.
When they got to the lion enclosure, the professor asked, “Can I see your book?” “Sure” the student
said, and he handed the professor the book. The professor took the book, and tossed it into the lion
enclosure, where it promptly landed between two of the great cats. “So there”, the professor said, “If
you want to get the most out of that text, you have to learn to read between the lions.”
THE REGULAR MEETINGS ARE 1st & 3rd WEDNESDAY AT 7:00 PM SHARP
AT HOBEE’S RESTAURANT, 800 AHWANEE AVE., SUNNYVALE, CALIFORNIA.
Please patronize these businesses that support our Club.
Mention that you are a Sunnyvale Lion when you use their services.
MGM Real Estate
Miholovich Concrete Co.
Ruben Alba, General Manager
800 Ahwanee Ave., Sunnyvale
Phone (408) 524-3580
Dennis Moreno, Owner
421 W. Washington St., Sunnyvale
Phone (408) 739-0808
dmoreno@mgmre.com
Matt Miholovich, Owner
691 N. Mathilda Ave., Sunnyvale
Phone (408) 736-3782
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Referral Realty
New York Life Ins. Co.
Peter Cassara Clothiers
Paul & Judy Mallory
Realtor/Broker
408-316-1622
DRE# 00965695/#00418637
info@paul-judy.com
Christine U. Kang – Agent
560 S. Winchester Blvd., Ste. 405
San Jose
650-814-9230
CA Ins Lic #0H31379; NY LA1245869
cukang@ft.newyorklife.com
Peter Cassara, CEO/Owner
842 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale
Phone (408) 733-1234
peter@petercassaraclothiers.com
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Hobee’s
RESTAURANT
Castelli’s Deli
Roberto Castelli, Owner
6965 Hwy 9, Felton
Phone (831) 335-1000
www.castellisdeli.com – order online
District 4-C6 Officers
Places to Visit
NEARBY LIONS CLUB MEETINGS
2013 – 2014
Lions International President
Barry J. Palmer
Cupertino Host
st nd
th
Leonard Clover Hall (1 2 & 4 Wed. 7:15 pm)
99 N. Bascom Ave., San Jose
Pres. Howard (408) 255-9463
Santa Clara Host
nd
th
Santa Clara Elks Club (2 & 4 Thru. 6:30 pm)
1680 Martin, Santa Clara
Pres. Lee (408) 246-2242
Los Gatos
Los Gatos Lodge (Wed. 12 noon)
50 Saratoga Ave., Los Gatos
Pres. Mike (408) 356-9938
Saratoga
st
rd
Florentine Restaurant (1 & 3 Mon. 12:15pm)
14510 Big Basin Way, Saratoga
Pres. George (408)
Cupertino DeAnza
Holder’s Country Inn (Thurs., 6:45 am)
998 S. DeAnza Blvd., San Jose
Pres. Jeff (408) 482-0429
Silicon Valley of Mtn. View
st
Baji (1 Wed., 7:00 pm)
2423 Old Middlefield Rd., Mountain View
Pres. Tim (619) 578-8674
S.J. Willow Glen
nd
th
Denny’s (2 & 4 Wed., 6:00 pm)
1140 Hillsdale Ave., San Jose
Pres. Steve (408) 564-7310
District 4-C6 Governor
Jim Goodheart
(408) 323-1557
st
District 4-C6 1 Vice Governor
Karen Fillmore
(408) 377-3705
nd
District 4-C6 2 Vice Governor
Jan Miller
(831) 663-1202
Cabinet Secretary
Rick Silveria
(408) 613-0737
Cabinet Treasurer
Lanny Ross
(408) 309-3621
Region 1 Chair
Helen Tindall
(408) 226-9494
Zone 1 Chair
Suzie DeUnger
(408) 378-1568
District 4-C6
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