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Children’s Film Festival 2011

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Howard Harkness

One of the biggest fundraisers for the Plano Early Lions is the Children’s Film Festival that we put on every year about this time. Last Saturday, several children got to enjoy Shrek 4 and Monsters vs Aliens. Lion Cyndie and … Continue reading →

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Live-Blogging From 2011 Officers Installation

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Howard Harkness

At our 2nd meeting in the new location at Homewood Suites at Jupiter and GWB Turnpike, we installed our new slate of officers. Lion PDG Frank Pickens was on hand to do the installation. The officers for 2011-12 are listed … Continue reading →

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Veteran Falls Presentation

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Howard Harkness

Today, we had the pleasure of hearing Robert Stapleton talk about his passion, the building of a monument in Grandbury, TX to honor the heroes who have died in the cause of freedom since 9/11. Robert is fundraising for the … Continue reading →

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Lion Danny Fletcher in the hospital

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Howard Harkness

Lion Danny, one of the “movers and shakers” in our club, had a quadruple bypass a few days ago. He is doing well, and should be able to receive visitors in a few days.

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MidWinter Conference 2011 Wrap-Up

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Howard Harkness

After lunch, we had the pleasure of hearing Guest Speaker Brett Shipp talk about his work at Channel 11 News as an investigative reporter. Following his presentation, held a lively Q&A session. The conference closed with the District 2X-1 Cabinet … Continue reading →

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Live Blogging from 2X-1 MidWinter Conference Part 3

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Howard Harkness

I went to the breakout session for the Lions World Services for the Blind, which was hosted by Lion 1st VDG John Landrum. Lion VDG John Landum At LWSB Breakout MWC2011 Lion John introduced Kevin Pitchford, a graduate from the … Continue reading →

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Live Blogging from 2X-1 MidWinter Conference Part 2

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Howard Harkness

Lion Jack Durnin got some photos that were in general a bit higher quality than mine, reflecting the fact that he has more experience as a photographer. Here’s a shot he got of the main mover and shaker who was … Continue reading →

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Live Blogging from 2X-1 MidWinter Conference Part 1

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Howard Harkness

This morning I’m live-blogging from the Lions 2X-1 2011 MidWinter Conference. Got some photos to share, too. Here’s Lion PDG Kathy Fletcher and her sidekick, Lion Danny Fletcher, staffing the check-in desk. We had several Lions get here early to … Continue reading →

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July 16th, 2010 Meeting

Posted on July 17, 2010 by Howard Harkness

The July 16th meeting was pretty busy! We honored the winners in the Plano Independence Day Parade, inducted some new members, and Lion PDG Kathy Fletcher installed the officers for the coming year. Some photos of the event are posted … Continue reading →

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Plano Relief Nursery Volunteer Brunch

Posted on May 22, 2010 by Howard Harkness

Lion Karen Marks and I went to the Plano Relief Nursery Brunch this morning. Continue reading →

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