New members, new blood! It seems every time we add a new Poulsbo Lion we get new ideas for changing up things, and we LOVE it! Do you want to start out 2026 making a difference in your community? Come to any Thursday noon meeting (technically 12:15-1:15 pm) at Vinland Lutheran Church, 2750 NW Finn Hill Rd., Poulsbo. Or you may choose our Evening Pride Branch Club, which meets downtown at Western Red Brewing at 7 pm the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month (ask for David!).
Really it just takes one person to mention an idea or a project.... Then we try to make it happen!
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We started Loads of Change in 2018 on the third Wednesday of every month and it's been going strong ever since.
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It was a magical night in the Village Laundromat. Well, not really. After all, it's a laundromat.
But Poulsbo Lions brought wrapped presents for some of our Loads of Change clients who'd signed up for things they needed last month (for many it's their only Christmas present), Ray bought 10 pizzas that were quickly devoured, Sharmon dropped by with several packages of cookies and mozzarella cheese sticks, we had 48 pairs of thermal socks, along with body wipes, toothbrushes, toilet paper, paper towels and many other items.
Many of our unhoused and low-income clients were blessed with propane and Safeway gift cards (for gas or groceries). By the end of the night, we'd gone through $930 ($330 was donations) for 40 people doing laundry for 64, washed 200 loads and dried 142.
Many thanks to our Lion volunteers - Ray McMahon, Ken Hatton, Pat Rae, Lee Metcalf, Dennis Deitch, Dennis Tesch and Terry Blais. We'll see you in the New Year!
Kathy loved her new sheet set. 
Mariah was happy with her gift. 
McQ felt happy with her heated lap blanket.
New to the area? Want to make your area of the world a better place?
You're welcome to a Poulsbo Lions meeting. Our Noon Club meets from 12-1 every Thursday at Vinland Lutheran Church, and our Evening Pride Branch Club meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at7 pm either at Western Red Brewing.
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Poulsbo Middle School Leos completed their winter clothing drive collecting socks and boots among other things.
The recipients of these items are the Severe Weather facilities in Silverdale and Kingston as well as Georgia's House, a home for battered women and their children.
When you join Poulsbo Lions, you get a whole new family of characters - funny, sweet, hard-working, generous, kind - you'll love to be a part of.
This is a festive “mini-series” of posts that highlight the personalities, traditions, and projects that make the Poulsbo Lions special.
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Ten North Kitsap High School Leos helped set up at the "Wreaths Across America" event at the Poulsbo Municipal Cemetery Dec. 13.
Lion Linda Schwind of American Legion Post 245 gave a message of the service our veterans have given our country which was then followed by placing wreaths upon their graves.
Poulsbo Lions have rounded up 80 stuffed animals for Lion David Damazo to deliver to the kids at Seattle Children's Hospital.
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Say "Hello" to a Lion while you shop at Safeway. Lions are collecting donations (money and food) for Fishline today in Poulsbo.
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Lions Andy Hento and Gretchen Dunmire
Lions will be at Safeway in Poulsbo tomorrow (Sat., Dec. 13) collecting food and money for Fishline from 11-3 pm.
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| Wade and Kathy Moncrief (our current president) |
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| Sherri and Pat Burch |
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| Martina Ferguson-Hazen and Pat Rae |
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| Ken Hatton, Sherri Burch and Dennis Deitch |
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| Pat Burch, Linda Prine and John Macdonald |
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| President Kathy Moncrief and Pauline Ostheller |
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| Scott Puhn, Andy Hento and Dennis Tesch |
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| Joe Stenstrom and Dennis Deitch |
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| Karl and Pauline Ostheller |
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| Karen Reitan and Kathy and Wade Moncrief |
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| Gretchen Dunmire, Beth Olsen and Greg Neal |
Join us this Saturday, December 13th for Shop & Share Saturday at Safeway in Poulsbo with Poulsbo Lions Club!
Starting at 11 AM, Fishline staff and Poulsbo Lions volunteers will be
on-site collecting donations of non-perishable items for our market.
We’ve made it easy to give back—just pick up or purchase one of our
most-needed items while you shop and drop it off at our table. Helping
your neighbors has never been more convenient!
Our three most needed items this week are:
All non-perishable food items will be accepted! Visit our website to learn more about giving to Fishline: https://fishlinehelps.org/donate-2/
#shopandshare #fooddrive #fundraiser #fishline #fishlinehelps #safeway #lionsclub
We're so proud of our Leo to Lion, Emalee Burgh.
Happy International Volunteer Day & International Leo Day!!
With
today being a celebration of both volunteers and Leos, it feels quite
fitting to highlight the Service point of the crown, as Leo Club is
where my Service journey began to take flight.
In
fifth grade, I recall poring over my older sister's yearbook with the
hopes of gathering all the intel one might need for the plunge into
middle school. A sea of neon green shirts caught my attention--the
Poulsbo Middle School Leo Club. Months later, I found myself sitting at a
table in that same club, donning a neon green t-shirt, and eagerly
listening to my favorite teacher tell us about our new volunteer
project.
Participation in Leo
Club has taught me how to lead with grace, empathy, and quiet strength.
It encouraged me to utilize my passions to connect with peers and
discover an abundance of opportunities to serve in my community. As a
Leo, I learned to home in on servant leadership and share the benefits
of youth volunteerism and intergenerational service projects. I always
enjoy the opportunity to share how much being a Leo has impacted my
life.
And now, in my ninth year
of service with Lions Club International, I continue serving my
community as a Leo-to-Lion with the Poulsbo Noon Lions and as a
Leo-to-Lion Liaison with District 19N. This service organization
continues to deepen my empathy and the heart I wear on my sleeve. Lions
are a family; they make you feel at home.
At
this year's competition, I recall glancing into the audience and seeing
a handful of Lions waving their program books in the air as they
cheered on every candidate who graced the stage, then jumping out of
their seats when my name was called as Miss West Sound 2026. The title
of Miss West Sound 2026 is already such an honor, but every time I place
the sash across my chest, it feels like an extra special hug because
the Poulsbo Noon Lions sponsored the title. Every appearance feels like a
beautiful blend of my "why" for serving my community.
To
every Leo and Lion around the world and every volunteer striving to
make a difference in their community every day, thank you for your kind
hearts. You are greatly appreciated.
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