Cancer Fund and many others. Members hold an annual auction in support of the Sheltered Workshop. Proceeds from these sales average approximately $1500. The Club members host dinners in aid of sports, especially hockey. From 1968 - 1974 they sponsored the O’Leary Region Lions Band and the O’Leary Lions Maiorettes. When the need arises the members hold special benefit dances in aid of dis- aster victims.

For several years at Christmas time the members have distributed a basket of treats to each senior citizen in the area and to each patient in the Community Hospital. The former practise was discon- tinued in 1981; the latter is still continued. In lieu of treats, seniors are now invited each year to the Club Room where they enjoy Christmas entertainment and a delicious hot roast beef dinner expertly prepared and capably served by club members and their spouses.

The Club’s chief source of income is from weekly bingos and dances - both of which are very popular. The facilities are rented to non-member groups for entertainment, family celebrations and other social events. Members have even sold light bulbs to add to their coffers.

Community work is also a part of the club’s program. The early members of the Club initiated the practise of sweeping the streets each spring.

In 1974, the front entrance on the north of the building was changed to the east. In the 80’s the interior was completely renovat- ed - stairway moved, kitchen facilities expanded, ceiling raised, new windows installed, new drapes for all windows, walls panelled and in 1989 a wheelchair ramp installed.

The Lioness Club received its Charter in June, 1984. Two years later a room in the basement was furnished for their exclusive use.

The twenty-fifth anniversary of the O’Leary Lions Club was cele- brated August 29, 1987. Members and their guests along with mem- bers from other clubs across the province enjoyed a lobster dinner. Fred Morell from Moncton, New Brunswick, was guest speaker.

Citizens of this community much appreciate the benefits received from the many volunteer services provided by the O’Leary Lions Club members. They certainly reflect their motto 1'We Serve”. The following is a list of presidents over the years:

Ralph Bishop 1962-1963 W.S. (Red) Turner 1963-1965 Lloyd Matthews 1965-1966 Keir Ramsay 1966-1968

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