MEAL 6:30-7 P.M.
7 P.M. MEETING
Pledge of Allegiance
Sing: AMERICA
KL George: PRAYER
Carl Jung: “You are what you do, not what you say you’ll do.”
Robert Powell: “The most worthwhile thing is to try to put happiness into the lives of others.”
KL George Johnson:
Guests Speakers: Shine Specialties, Rainier Emergency Food Center, Bill Miller
Guests: Dorothy Payne, Dick Plantner, Jim & Laurie Shine, Bill Miller, Chris Fanton, Danny Kruse,Walter Dohring, Nadine
Members: Evan Burnett, Chris & Bernice Beck, George & Linda Johnson, Terri & Bill Rendahl, Dawn Kenny (& her 3 children), Bud & Julia Green (& their 2 children), Brenda Flaherty, Kay Bryant,
Guests: Dorothy Payne, Dick Plantner, Jim & Laurie Shine, Bill Miller, Chris Fanton, Danny Kruse,Walter Dohring, Nadine
Members: Evan Burnett, Chris & Bernice Beck, George & Linda Johnson, Terri & Bill Rendahl, Dawn Kenny (& her 3 children), Bud & Julia Green (& their 2 children), Brenda Flaherty, Kay Bryant,
1. Shine Specialties: 30 Min - This local company made our Bluegrass Tee-shirts for 2013. They did a great job, using 2 colors. They were affordable and their outstanding quality was
the reason we invited them to speak to our group, local businesses in the area as well as members from other Lions Clubs in MD-19.
Shine is a home-based business that started almost 6 years ago. This business is their "10 year retirement plan" and their mission in everything they do - is to Glorify God. Being a home-based business, they have very low overhead costs, which they pass on to their customers. They only pay for their materials and the loan on some of the equipment they purchased in order to do business. They hope to have their equipment paid off soon.
Laurie said that she prides herself in providing excellent customer service. Their turnaround time rate is very quick. Their motto is: "If you can think it, we can ink it!"
Some of the products they produce are: Poly metal signs (road signs), first aid kits, buttons, mugs, jugs, trophies, award plaques, bags, Clear NFL stadium bags (no registered trademarks), tee-shirts, bracelets, thumb rings, temporary tattoos, hats, decals - there are over 700,000 different products to choose from. (We have their catalog, if you'd like to see it.)
Shine is a home-based business that started almost 6 years ago. This business is their "10 year retirement plan" and their mission in everything they do - is to Glorify God. Being a home-based business, they have very low overhead costs, which they pass on to their customers. They only pay for their materials and the loan on some of the equipment they purchased in order to do business. They hope to have their equipment paid off soon.
Laurie said that she prides herself in providing excellent customer service. Their turnaround time rate is very quick. Their motto is: "If you can think it, we can ink it!"
Some of the products they produce are: Poly metal signs (road signs), first aid kits, buttons, mugs, jugs, trophies, award plaques, bags, Clear NFL stadium bags (no registered trademarks), tee-shirts, bracelets, thumb rings, temporary tattoos, hats, decals - there are over 700,000 different products to choose from. (We have their catalog, if you'd like to see it.)
2. Rainier Food Bank: 10 Min
REFC is the largest satellite food bank in Thurston County, of their 18 satellite food banks, serving over 200 families per week. They get almost all of their food from outside the Rainier area from: Trader Joe's, Costco, Safeway, TFAB (Federal program) etc. They receive a lot of fresh produce from the Rainier Community Garden, which donated over 1400 pounds of freshly grown produce to REFC this year. Local farmers donate fresh eggs, produce and meat.
Nothing that is donated to the food bank is wasted. NOTHING! If it goes "bad" they give it to farmers to feed to their livestock or put in their compost pile - which comes back to the food bank in the form of fresh food.
The REFC provides food to Crossroads, Emanuel Lutheran Church, Tenino Heritage Baptist Food Bank, Rainier preschools & day care centers. 48% of the people that come into our food bank are from Yelm, or areas just outside of Rainier. (McKenna, Roy, Tenino, etc.)
REFC applied for their 501-c3 status, but they haven't received their paperwork, yet. They've been told that they're approved, but they haven't received their paperwork, yet. They applied and were approved in January. Without their 501-c3 certification, they cannot apply for grants. That being said, they are paying approximately $1300 - $1400 per month in expenses. Their rent, which includes water, heat & electricity, is $400 per month. The majority of their other expenses go to paying for gas for their vehicles - which are needed to pick up food in Lacey, Olympia & Tumwater.
TO DONATE TO the Rainier Emergency Food Center go to:
REFC is the largest satellite food bank in Thurston County, of their 18 satellite food banks, serving over 200 families per week. They get almost all of their food from outside the Rainier area from: Trader Joe's, Costco, Safeway, TFAB (Federal program) etc. They receive a lot of fresh produce from the Rainier Community Garden, which donated over 1400 pounds of freshly grown produce to REFC this year. Local farmers donate fresh eggs, produce and meat.
Nothing that is donated to the food bank is wasted. NOTHING! If it goes "bad" they give it to farmers to feed to their livestock or put in their compost pile - which comes back to the food bank in the form of fresh food.
The REFC provides food to Crossroads, Emanuel Lutheran Church, Tenino Heritage Baptist Food Bank, Rainier preschools & day care centers. 48% of the people that come into our food bank are from Yelm, or areas just outside of Rainier. (McKenna, Roy, Tenino, etc.)
REFC applied for their 501-c3 status, but they haven't received their paperwork, yet. They've been told that they're approved, but they haven't received their paperwork, yet. They applied and were approved in January. Without their 501-c3 certification, they cannot apply for grants. That being said, they are paying approximately $1300 - $1400 per month in expenses. Their rent, which includes water, heat & electricity, is $400 per month. The majority of their other expenses go to paying for gas for their vehicles - which are needed to pick up food in Lacey, Olympia & Tumwater.
TO DONATE TO the Rainier Emergency Food Center go to:
3. Wheel Chair Ramp Update: Brenda The area for the ramp to be put in has been cleared out and is ready for the Fire Department to build and install. The ramp will be finished the weekend of November 9th.
4. “Why I am a Lion” Bud & Julia - Bud spoke about why he became a member of the Rainier Lions Club. He & his wife, Julia, were considering moving out of the area - because of the lack of community here. They wanted what is best for their young children. They looked at all of their choices. They decided to stay and become a part of "the solution." When their son, Dameon wanted to become a Cub Scout, they found there were no troops in town. They asked several groups to "Charter the Scouts" and they all said "NO." Then Bud asked George & Rod from the Lions. They said "YES! WHY NOT?" The rest is history. One thing led to another and here they are - Loyal Lions!
5. Halloween in the Park: Brenda The Rainier ROCS are very excited about Halloween in the Park. They have posters plastered all around the school! The Girl Scouts are bring several cars for "Trunk-or-Treat" and the Rainier Community Garden will have a "Trick-or-Eat" bin where people can donate their non-perishable foods to the food bank. There are several businesses & civic groups who will be giving out treats at B0000-kowski park. Come join us for a great time!
5. Halloween in the Park: Brenda The Rainier ROCS are very excited about Halloween in the Park. They have posters plastered all around the school! The Girl Scouts are bring several cars for "Trunk-or-Treat" and the Rainier Community Garden will have a "Trick-or-Eat" bin where people can donate their non-perishable foods to the food bank. There are several businesses & civic groups who will be giving out treats at B0000-kowski park. Come join us for a great time!
6. Tents: George - We're meeting in the Red Barn - in Rainier to gather the tents and give them out to the troops! SEE YOU THERE!
7. LIONS Display Board: George - We need at tri-fold cardboard display board about the Rainier Lions Club. Anyone that wants to work on one, contact George.
7. LIONS Display Board: George - We need at tri-fold cardboard display board about the Rainier Lions Club. Anyone that wants to work on one, contact George.
8. Interest in other groups: George - We have many civic groups in town. Join one, or just visit one. We are in this community TOGETHER. Let's communicate and partner with one another!
9. Christmas Party Dec 13th -
10. Do we want to adopt a Christmas project or join one that already exists? Fire Auxiliary, Food Bank? We decided to talk to the pastor at Rainier Chapel and donate to one of their families as well as the Rainier Fire Auxiliary.
11. Essay recap - no applicants, so far
12. New Businesses in town - Please support our new businesses in town: Bikini Bottom Tanning Salon & Retro Candy Shoppe, Pupper's Pet Supply & Rainier Market. The first two businesses opened in October. The market plans to open December 1. Whoo-Hoo!
13. School playground drive - Over $1000 earned so far & counting!!!!
14. LERC: "We help people, one pair of glasses at at time!" Bill Miller
14. LERC: "We help people, one pair of glasses at at time!" Bill Miller
INFORMATION:
City Council meets 2nd & 4th Tues. at 7:00 PM
Senior Center Lunch: Mon & Wed at noon $2.50 each
Together: 1st & 2nd Wed 5 PM City Hall
Rainier Food Bank: Food available Wed & Sat 9 – 12
Sportsman’s Club – 1st Monday @ 7 PM
Rainier Community Gardens 1st Monday RHS
Rainier Community Cares – 1st & 2nd Wed. @ 2nd portable by RMS
City Council – 2nd & 4th Tues. @ 7 PM
Historical Soc. – 3rd Thurs. @ 6:30 PM
Valley Heart Breakfast – 4th Sat 9 – 11 AM – Free – farm fresh sausage & eggs, fresh fruit, homemade biscuits - great food!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Oct 31: Halloween in the Park
Holiday Bazaars:
Nov 8 & 9: 9 AM – 4 PM Historical Soc.
Nov 9: The Young Life Dinner & Auction @ New Life Christian Center 13035 Morris Rd SE, Yelm. Doors open @ 5 PM, Dinner at 6 PM. Tickets are $25 per person.
Nov 16: Bazaar at Rainier Chapel
Nov 9: The Young Life Dinner & Auction @ New Life Christian Center 13035 Morris Rd SE, Yelm. Doors open @ 5 PM, Dinner at 6 PM. Tickets are $25 per person.
Nov 16: Bazaar at Rainier Chapel
Nov 23: Sportsman’s Club 10 AM – 4 PM
Nov 23: White Elephant Bazaar at Rainier Emergency Food Center
Nov 23: Bazaar at Lake Lawrence
Nov 23: White Elephant Bazaar at Rainier Emergency Food Center
Nov 23: Bazaar at Lake Lawrence
Dec 6: City Hall Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Dec 10: Lions Night at the Theater 7:55 PM
Dec 10: Lions Night at the Theater 7:55 PM
Dec 13: Lions Christmas Party
Dec 14: Caroling for Cans
Dec 14: Caroling for Cans
Dec 20: New Life Auction & Dinner 5 – 7 PM
Support Our: Rainer Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts
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