The Sanibel Captiva Lions Club continues to collect unused prescription and non-prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses as part of its Recycle for Sight program. In December 2017, 218 glasses and 74 cases were collected for distribution to developing countries where eye care is often unaffordable and inaccessible. Collection numbers went down after an uptick in November. “We still need everyone to …
Trailways Camp Video Debuts
Sanibel Captiva Lion Jerry Miller and his wife, Sharon, debuted the touching third Trailways Camp video to the club as guest speakers during the January 3rd dinner meeting. The touching video highlights volunteers who poignantly share how their lives have been enriched through their volunteerism at Trailways. “The local Lions have been so supportive of Trailways Camp, so we think …
SanCap Lions Welcomes New Member Jack Campbell
The Sanibel Captiva Lions Club seeks civic-minded men and women to join them in making a difference in the community. During the Nov. 1 dinner meeting, Jack Campbell (pictured above) was inducted into the club by President Tom Nachazel. “Our club gives members an opportunity to advance worthy causes, serve with friends, and become leaders in the community,” said Nachazel.. …
SanCap Lions Eyeglasses Collection Up Slightly From September
The Sanibel Captiva Lions Club continues to collect unused prescription and non-prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses as part of its Recycle for Sight program. In October, 143 glasses and 51 cases were collected for distribution to developing countries where eye care is often unaffordable and inaccessible. While the numbers were lower than usual in September due to Hurricane Irma, there was …
SanCap Lions Eyeglasses Collection Numbers Down Due to Irma
The Sanibel Captiva Lions Club continues to collect unused prescription and non-prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses as part of its Recycle for Sight program. In September, 147 glasses and 18 cases were collected for distribution to developing countries where eye care is often unaffordable and inaccessible. While the numbers were lower due to Hurricane Irma, the club expects an increase in …
Memorial Service for Lion Clint Parsons
Memorial service for Lion Clint Parsons will be held at 11 AM on November 11, 2017 at Sanibel Community Church, 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.
New Member Steven Schulz Welcomed at Lions Club August Meeting
The Sanibel-Captiva Lions Club welcomed Steven Schulz as its newest member during its meeting, Wednesday, August 16, at the Sanibel Community House. Schulz was sponsored by Lions Club First Vice President and Board Member Bob Kern. Board Member Bill Sadd administered the member’s oath. Board Member Bill Sadd, right, administers the Lions Club member’s oath to Steven Schulz, center, who …
New Recycle For Sight Box Added
PUBLISHED AUGUST 4TH in the ISLAND SUN NEWS….. The Sanibel-Captiva Lions Club reported a great first month for the new Recycle for Sight box at Sanibel Community Church – 50 pairs of glasses/cases collected. The club collects unused prescription and non-prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses as part of its Recycle for Sight program. During the month of July, a total of 319 …