Aurora Lions Club donate to Mutual Ground for annual Walk for Hope fundraiser
Aurora Lions Club recently donated $500 to Mutual Ground for the Aurora domestic violence shelter's 16th annual Walk for Hope fundraiser June 7.
Aurora Lions Club’s first “Rolling for a Cause” fundraiser
Approximately 45 participants Sunday, April 14, were at the Aurora Lions Club's first "Rolling for a Cause" fundraiser.
Aurora Lions bowling fundraiser April 14
“Rolling for a Cause,” a bowling fundraiser by Aurora Lions Club, will be held Sunday, April 14, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Parkside Lanes, 34W185 Montgomery Road in Aurora. Proceeds will benefit Lions’ screenings and eyeglasses for vision-impaired children. The public is invited. Admission is $40 per person....
Tickets remain for Aurora Lions Club baseball trip
Aurora Lions Club will sponsor a bus trip to the Chicago White Sox vs. Milwaukee Brewers baseball game June 2 in Milwaukee. The public is invited. Included will be transportation, game admission, and potluck tailgate party. The outing is a “Kids Need Glasses” fundraiser by Aurora Lions Club. The event...
Fox River Your Friend: Gary Zwick
By Al Benson Thursday, March 21, Gary Zwick gave a speech to Aurora Lions Club members on fixing the Fox River. Zwick, Friends of the Fox River president, presented “Meet Your Friend, the Fox River” at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora. “Friends of the Fox River has been working...
Aurora Lions assist at Hesed House
By Al Benson “We Serve” is Lions Clubs International’s motto. Aurora Lions Club members put the motto into action Saturday, Feb. 24 at Hesed House homeless shelter in Aurora. A dozen Lions volunteers cooked and served lunches for approximately 200 shelter residents. The menu included sloppy joe sandwiches, cole slaw,...
Aurora Lions receives honor
The Aurora Lions Club proudly announces its receipt of the esteemed “Membership Satisfaction Award” for its unwavering dedication to both expanding its membership base and fostering an environment of excellence for its current members. This prestigious recognition, bestowed by International president Brian Sheehan, underscores the Club’s commitment to continuous growth...
Aurora Lions, teachers, Cubs, Sox trips
Aurora Lions Club and retired teachers will sponsor bus trips to Chicago Cubs and White Sox games. The public is invited. Included will be transportation, game admission and potluck tailgate parties. A Sunday, June 2, road trip will be for the Sox vs. Milwaukee Brewers game at 1 p.m. in...
Aurora Lions Club community events impactful
The Aurora Lions Club continues to make strides in serving the community with impactful events and initiatives. In January, the Club was host to Officer Grant Weil and Sadie, the latter the new bloodhound for the Aurora Police Department to showcase the importance of K-9 units in law enforcement. Distinguished...
Jay Short receives Aurora Lion Club Service Award
Jay Short of Aurora has earned the 2022-2023 Distinguished Service Award from Aurora Lions Club. Voted by club members, the award is given annually to a Lion who shows devoted service to the club and Lionism. Lion Michelle Needham, award coordinator, announced Short’s selection at the club’s annual charter night...
Aurora Lions Club to conduct eye exam
Aurora Noon Lions Club volunteers will conduct screenings from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 at Aurora Public Library West Branch, 233 Constitution Drive in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. Advance registration is not required. Walk-ins are welcome. Monthly clinics are offered on...
Special time for Aurora Lions Club
Aurora Lions Club members celebrated three milestones recently. During an annual charter night banquet Tuesday, Dec. 7, at Two Brothers Roundhouse in Aurora, the Lions welcomed a new member, named the Club’s 2023 distinguished service award winner and reflected on their first 100 years. Highlighting the event was induction of...
Aurora Lions Club members serve community
Eight Aurora Lions Club members served lunch at Hesed House homeless shelter in Aurora Nov. 9.
