How to Join and What to Expect at a Meeting
Each Lions meeting begins with the ringing of the Lion Bell. Around 12:00 to 12:05, depending on the length of the order line, the meeting is called to order once a majority of members are present.
The meeting starts with an invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. We then sing a song, such as America the Beautiful or another patriotic tune.
During each meeting, the Tail Twister collects 25 cents for the administrative fund and later another 25 cents as a “fine.” These fines are often for fun reasons, like not arriving on time, and are meant to add a lighthearted touch to the meeting.
Guests are introduced at the beginning of the meeting and warmly welcomed. Lions fill out a green attendance slip, located on the notepad at the back of the room. These slips, collected with the 25 cents, are used by the secretary to take roll. A greeter meets each Lion as they arrive, and the next greeter is chosen from the current roll using the green slips.
At the end of the business portion of the meeting, the Tail Twister collects the 25 cents fine, and then we hold the 50/50 drawing. Before the meeting, a Lion will collect $1.00 from anyone who wants to play. When the wheel is spun, the winning number takes home 50% of the accumulated money. Some weeks, this can add up to a couple of hundred dollars!
We also have a “Moment of Happiness,” which costs $1.00 to share with the group. Be mindful of your seat before sitting down—watch for ice cubes or wet napkins! Occasionally, small items may go missing during the meeting, but the rule is that they must be returned by the end of the meeting.
Birthdays are celebrated with our loud and enthusiastic singing, a cherished tradition of The Dalles Lions.
After the 50/50, we introduce our guest speaker or program. It is tradition at The Dalles Lions to give a standing ovation to each guest speaker. Topics are chosen to be diverse and relevant to Lions or our community. On the last Tuesday of the month, we focus solely on business needs and do not have a speaker or program.
The meeting is then adjourned by the president.
Being a Lion means knowing that kindness matters. We believe in changing the world by serving the needs of our local communities. More than 1.4 million Lions worldwide respond to local and global challenges with care and compassion. Come volunteer with us! If you can't attend meetings, you can join us on projects and activities.
To Join, fill out the application and send it along with your payment to our mailing address or bring to one of our meetings or activites.
The Dalles Lions Club Membership Dues
Single member $90.00
Family of 2 members $150.50
New member need to include a one time entrance fee of $35.00
Please send your payment to:
The Dalles Lions Club
P. O. Box 235
The Dalles, OR 97058
Questions? Please reach out to either
Kris Harmon, TD Lions Club Secretary
541-980-3461
kristen.harmon@usw.salvationarmy.org
Rena Hunley, New Member Chair