***RESCHEDULED!!! ***
Due to the impending storm, DAHLIA DAYS
has been rescheduled to Saturday, Oct 3rd.

NEW Date: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026

Time: 10:00 am to 11;00 am - Photos Only

11:00 am to 3:30 pm - Photos & Cut-Your-Own

Location: 68 Chester Maine Road, North Stonington, CT 06359

The North Stonington Lions Club invites you to Dahlia Day at the home of Dr. Steve and Jane Morrone. Please plan to stop by to take in the beauty of hundreds of gorgeous dahlias in full bloom. All dahlias in the gardens will be available for photos from 1Oam to 1lam; cutting will be allowed after 11:00 am.

FREE ADMISSION - DELICIOUS FOOD AVAILABLE - TAG SALE!

Many unique items will be available for sale - come browse the tables and find your treasure!

AII proceeds from the sale of the dahlias, refreshments and the tag sale will directly benefit The North Stonington Lions Club.

Tell all your friends and please forward to anyone who would enjoy visiting the gardens!

For more information, please call Jane Morrone at 860-599-4035 or E-Mail: stephenjane1969@gmail.com

The 2026-2027 Council of Governors invites you to attend the second regular meeting of the Council in the current Lions year. Council Chairperson Heidi Zacchera and District Governors Marianne Russo-Arrigone (23A), Patti Daigle (23B), and Joanne Daice (23C) welcome your participation and look forward to seeing you at this meeting.

DATE: Monday, October 12m 2026

TIME: 6:00pm Gather; 6:30 Meeting Starts

LOCATION: Manor Inn 1636 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Plantsville, CT 06467

Click Here to Register.

This meeting is open to ALL Lions of the Multiple District.

Luncheon Buffet, Silent Auction, Basket Raffle

Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026

Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location:  Port N'Starboard

Ocean Beach

New London, CT 

TICKETS $40 Per Person 

All Proceeds Benefit Camp Rising Sub

For More Information contact Lion Keith Lemire at lionkeith23C@yahoo.com

Click HERE to Register

❄  SHOP LOCAL • SUPPORT LOCAL • GIVE LOCAL  ❄

Date: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: MOHEGAN SCHOOL 49 Golden Rd • Uncasville, CT

COME KICK OFF THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH US!

Lots of different crafters • Vendors • Raffles • Food Trucks

Find unique gifts, handmade treasures and holiday goodies while supporting your local community!

100% OF ALL MONEY RAISED GOES TO LOCAL AND LIONS' CHARITIES!

Bring your friends • Bring your family • Bring your holiday spirit!

🎅  ☃  🎄  See you there!  🎄  ☃  🎅

Montville Mohegan-Pequot Lions Club
Any questions call or text Susan:  860-885-8828

Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Time: Program runs 6:30PM-8:30PM
(Registration-Doors open at 6:00pm)

Location: Frank H Netter MD School of Medicine
Quinnipiac University North Have Campus

Light refreshments will be provided.

Register online or email Lion Anne Fortunato momforch@yahoo.com

MEETING MISSION

To present and discuss rare diseases of the eye and their impact on individuals and families, while exploring opportunities for the Lions to promote awareness, advocacy, and meaningful support for those affected.

Collaborative Partners: Branford Lions Club, Quinnipiac University- Netter Scholl of Medicine and Center for Interprofessional Healthcare Education and The Denise D'Ascenzo Foundation.

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This special LCIF event is open to ALL LIONS! Come learn about LCIF and what YOUR FOUNDATION does locally and around the world!

If you have never heard ID Daniel Elkins speak, you are in for a treat! He is a fantastic presenter and motivator!

Date: Sunday, October 18th

Time: Registration begins at 8:30, Breakfast begins at 9:00

Location: Casa Mia at the Hawthorne - 2421 Berlin Tpke, Berlin, CT 06037

Registration begins at 8:30, Breakfast begins at 9:00

$35 per person

Please CLICK HERE to register for the LCIF Retreat!

Make check payable to: Lions Clubs Int'l - MD23

Mail payment to:

Ed Fenton

76 Crestwood Trail
East Hartford, CT 06118

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Do you know someone who goes out of their way to help
people and make life better in your community?

Nominate them for Humanitarian of the Year!

Date: Sunday, January 17, 2027

Time: 1:00 PM Registration and Cocktails

Location: Port 'N Starboard - 1225 Ocean Ave, New London, CT 06320

Cost: $55.00 PER PERSON

Nominee Eligibility Requirements:

• Must live or perform the service in the town of the representing Lions club.

• Cannot have been a Lion for the past 5 years.

• Must be available for the banquet.\

• Nomination letters are limited to 1 page.

• Submissions must reach PDG Mary Krogh no later than December 19th.

Email to: govmary23c@aol.com (preferred) 

or mailed to: PDG Mary Krogh - 92 Young Street East Hampton, CT 06424

BINGO! 19 games, 2 winner-take all, 2 progressives, $8 minimum package, 1 card for every game $14.00, Prizes $1,200 to $4,000. 

Date: Every Wednesday

Times: 

• 4:00PM Doors Open

• 5:30 Papers Sold

• 6:30 1st Numbers Called, Kitchen Closes

Location: Gales Ferry Fire House, Rte. 12, Gales Ferry, CT 

ALL PROCEEDS USED FOR COMMUNITY CHARITIES.

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Join the The Putnam Lions Trivia Challenge for some fun and test your knowledge! 

Date: Last Wednesday of Every Month

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Black Dog Bar and Grill / Marly’s Pub, 146 Park Rd, Putnam, CT

There is a different designated charity each month.

Order by December 15, 2026
Show your Connecticut Lyon Pride in Washington, DC!

Preorder your IP Mark Lyon shirt now and get it in time for the MD23 Midwinter Conference, February 5–6, 2027. Then wear it to the 2027 Lions International Convention as we celebrate IP Mark and Lion Lyn’s great year!

These USA unisex shirts come in XS–4X. The lightweight, 100% polyester fabric wicks moisture, fights odor and resists stains. Each shirt has a camp collar, matching buttons, a left chest pocket and side vents.

Order by December 15, 2026. After you submit your order, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a payment link.

Prefer to pay by check? Make it payable to MD23, write “IP Mark Shirt” in the memo, and mail it to CST Ed Fenton, 76 Crestwood Trail, East Hartford, CT 06118.

Order here: https://forms.gle/UGvcY24XjnRkbbAW7

Let’s fill DC with Connecticut Lyon Pride!

Our Service. Our Stories. Our Connecticut Lions legacy.

The MD23 Connecticut Lions History Book, 2026 Edition, is now for sale! Celebrate the Lions, Leos, clubs, and service that have shaped our Connecticut story—and continue to make a difference today.

Each hardcover book is $40—a wonderful keepsake for yourself or a thoughtful gift for a fellow Lion!

Pick up at an MD23 or District event (See below)
Or choose delivery by USPS modest pricing at $6/book

Proceeds benefit Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF)

Order yours today: https://forms.gle/vyziUdLbkoMbgbzT9 or scan the QR code on the flyer

Pick up available at: 

• Midwinter 2027 - February 5-6

• Cabinet Meeting - January 4, 2027 (all districts)

• Council Meeting - January 11, 2027

• Cabinet Meeting - March 1, 2027 (all district)

• Council Meeting - March 8, 2027

• Cabinet Meeting - June 7, 2027 (all districts)

• Council Meeting - June 14, 2027

BAGS OF HOPE

Bags of Hope provides monogrammed duffle bags filled with comfort items to children in local foster care. 

Many children in foster care carry their belongings in a trash bag. 

Each $25 donation will replace a trash bag with a personalized duffle bag.

Eastern CT Virtual Lions
Contact: Steve Perry 860-617-7724 or Kathie Perry 860-207-1202

NexTrex
Plastic Film Recycling Program

NEXTREX RECYCLING CHALLENGE PROGRAM

Trex® is refreshed the Recycling Challenge and is excited to announce that instead of one opportunity to earn a reward, Trex® will now offer quarterly drawings. This provides groups the opportunity to earn the chance to win rewards up to four times per year.

This fun, inclusive format allows every participant a chance to be recognized, while reducing pressure to meet specific collection goals. The updated program launched in January 2026!

Trex® is dedicated to educating proper recycling practices for plastic bags and other soft plastic films through its Recycling Challenge. 

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SOUTHEAST CONNECTICUT
COMMUNITY CENTER OF THE BLIND

Many Lions Clubs support this important organization.  Executive Director Renée LaBonté has provided a "wish list" (linked below) of items they need on a regular basis. If you, or your club, would like to help with any of the items, please contact Board Member, PCC Nanette Burdick, lionnanette@yahoo.com. 

Click to download the Wish List.

Party Tents ranging in size from 20’ x 20’ and up available. Tables and chairs rented as well. Lions deliver, set up and take down rentals. Rental fees based on size of tent and are all-inclusive for a one-day or weekend rental period. 

To reserve for your party needs – weddings, graduations, picnics, birthdays and anniversaries.

Contact:  Brett Jones at 860-930-4919