West Oxfordshire Food Bank Donation
any 24 Sep 2022

Lions Vice President Julie visited the Witney and West Oxfordshire Food Bank on 23rd September to present a donation of £500. Club members have seen at first hand what a well organised and vital service the food bank offers in these difficult economic times, and are delighted to have been able to offer this sum following earlier support throughout the Covid pandemic.

Upcoming Fund Raising Activities
any 10 Aug 2022
Notes for your diaries
 
September – Date to be confirmed, Book Stall outside Waitrose
 
Bridge Afternoon – Saturday 8th October 2022, Carterton Town Hall from 12:00-16:00
 
Play Your Cards Right – Saturday 29th October 2022, Carterton Carnival
 
Carterton Christmas Lights switch on – Friday 2nd December 2022
Business Meeting Monday 8th August 2022- Agenda
any 8 Aug 2022
Business Meeting – Monday 8th August 2022, 19:30 – Agenda
 
If you are not a Member or a Friend of Witney Lions, but would like to see what we do, either come along to The Blue Boar, Bosworth Suite or request a Zoom link.
 
Whichever you decide, please contact secretary@witneylions.org.uk to let her know you wish to attend.
 
Wychwood Forest Fair – Parking at Witney Rugby Club – 31st July 2022
any 1 Aug 2022
Witney Lions and Friends of Lions were busy again, marshalling the traffic for the Wychwood Forest Fair.
 
The weather was ‘mostly’ kind to us, a few odd showers, that were actually quite refreshing on this quite hot and muggy day.
 
Not as busy as last years event, but we were certainly kept on our toes for most of the day!!
 
It’s great to work with other charities who support each other to ensure the public have a great time.
Witney Carnival – The Leys – 9th July 2022
any 10 Jul 2022
After months of planning we finally were able to put on the Annual Witney Carnival in conjunction with Witney Rotary Club, Witney Air Training Corp and Witney Round Table Club. This years theme was The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
 
The 2020 and 2021 Carnivals had to be postponed because of Covid, so it was a massive relief to all the organisers and to all those who attended (circa 8,000) the event, which took place in the scorching summer sun.
 
Because of the heat we had to take the decision to cancel the Dog Show at very short notice, overall, this was well received by the public as it was the welfare of the animals that took precedence.
 
More than 30 floats and vehicles were supported by marching bands and an array of adults and children all dressed up to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Charter Dinner – Witney Lakes Resort – 17th June 2022
any 18 Jun 2022
Our 53rd Charter Anniversary Dinner took place at Witney Lakes Resort on Friday 17th June. 
Almost 50 people gathered at the Witney Lakes resort function room to celebrate the 53rd Charter anniversary of Witney Lions Club. The formal dinner was attended by Club members, friends, family and guests from other clubs along with District officers.
An excellent meal was enjoyed by all (thank-you to the staff that cooked & served us), and the years achievements of the Club and individual members celebrated.
Finally, President Keith Holmes, after 2 years in office during the difficult Covid pandemic, was congratulated for his hard work, and Vice President Wyn Devonald took office as President in a short, light hearted ceremony. Lion Julie Surplice was made Vice President for the coming year.
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Dream Scheme Presentation – Turner Hall, North Leigh tomorrow
any 13 Jun 2022

Reminder for your diaries

This years Witney Lions Club (CIO) Dream Scheme presentation is being held at the Turner Hall, North Leigh, OX29 6TX at 17:00.

Lion Julie & Friend of Lions Margaret are putting on a small buffet for all involved and Lion President Keith will be making the presentations.

It promises to be a good evening.

Business Meeting – Agenda
any 8 May 2022
Business Meeting – Monday 9th May 2022, 19:30 – Agenda
 
If you are not a Member or a Friend of Witney Lions, but would like to see what we do, either come along to The Blue Boar, Bosworth Suite or request a Zoom link.
 
Whichever you decide, please contact secretary@witneylions.org.uk to let her know you wish to attend.
 
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