Sharbot Lake & District Lions
The Sharbot Lake and District Lions Club has lost another senior member. On October 19th, with her children by her side, Janet Rhyndress passed away peacefully. Janet leaves behind her two children, Lynn and Darren, her sister Jean and brother Wayne, as well as many nieces, nephews and grandchildren, and her life partner, Bob Olmstead. Janet and Bob joined the Lions Club in June 2015 and had been dedicated and active members ever since. Janet’s warm smile, pleasant disposition and willingness to help are already greatly missed.
Your Lions have pretty much wrapped up the 2026 schedule of events. Our last major events were a combination of Seniors' Day and the 50s and 60s Dance, both held on October 17th. Seniors' Day is a yearly event enjoyed not only by our guests but by our members as well. The dance was a first for us and proved to be a success, so I’m sure there will be more in the future.
Our last breakfast was held on October 24th, with our next breakfast slated for January 9th, 2027. This will be the first time the Lions will be able to use the new range we donated to OSO Hall, purchased with proceeds from our fundraisers.
Although our list of 2026 events has drawn to a close, we are already busy preparing for 2027. Most events don't have definite dates set yet, but here is a small list to whet your appetite. We start with our community breakfast on January 9th, followed by the return of the very popular Murder Mystery on May 1st. Our last Murder Mystery was a huge success, and Joyce is already busy writing the next instalment. Further details will be released as they are finalized.
Other events that don't have dates set yet include Chilifest and the Dawn Hansen Memorial Vision Screening tests. Of course, we will also be selling our chocolate Easter bunnies as that time draws nearer. Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/555691790304631 for all the latest updates and announcements.
We are currently selling 50/50 tickets, with the winning ticket being drawn on December 31st. The winner of our Canada Day draw took home $1,070.00, so be sure to grab your tickets before they're gone. Tickets can be purchased through any Lions member or by emailing us at [email protected].
If you have an upcoming not-for-profit event that benefits our community and could use a little help, feel free to contact us. Your Sharbot Lake and District Lions are always willing to lend a hand whenever we can.
Do you have community spirit, a bit of free time and a desire to give back to your community? Why not consider becoming a Lion? Contact us and come out to a meeting to see how we roll. It's a great way to get started!
We couldn't do what we do without you, and we thank you for your continued support. Thank you to everyone who generously donates their time, products and services to our fundraisers, including Conboy Maple Syrup and The Frontenac News. A special thanks goes out to Dawn Rae Godfrey at Mike Dean's for organizing and having all the supplies ready for our monthly breakfasts. ■
