Club News
2010 Easter Egg Hunt
April 12, 2010
On Easter Sunday the rain came down so hard, the Lions were forced to reschedule the 63rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Anton Stadium for the following Sunday, April 11. Unfortunately, the rain continued and left the fields soaked for the second week in a row. Making the best of a soggy day, Lions and the Easter Bunny handed out chocolcate bunnies to kids who braved the weather. The surplus eggs were delivered to plowshares.
The Pancake Crew at South Ukiah Little League's Opening Day: Chan, Guy, Dave, Tom, Bob and Bob. Lions Mike, Jared, Norm and Bob missed the photo.
Pancakes and Baseball Opening Day
March 27, 2010
South Ukiah Little League celebrated Opening Day of the 2010 Baseball Season this morning with opening ceremonies and a parade of all of the teams. The Lions were in attendance to host a pancake breakfast for all of the parents and kids. Hundreds of families were there bright and early to usher in the new season and watch the games that were played througout the day.
New Members Join Ukiah Host
February 18, 2010
The club welcomed several new Lions over the Winter months: Freedom Skate Shop owner Justin Capri, State Farm Agent Jay Epstein, and Mr. Rooter Owner Mike Kura. Welcome to the club!
Ukiah Valley Christmas Effort Fundraiser
December 12, 2009
The Club gathered for our annual Christmas fundraiser on Thursday night. In addition to an enjoyable dinner and evening, the Lions raised and donated over $2,000 to the Ukiah Valley Christmas Effort.
Poker Tournament A Success!
November 15, 2009
The Lions sponsored a poker tournament last night with 100% of the proceeds going to the Anton Stadium project. The tables were lively and the club was able to donate well over $5,000 to Anton Stadium's rebuild.
Fall Activities On The Calendar
November 2, 2009
With the annual football concessions season nearing its end, the club has several additions to the calendar. First, coming up on November 14 is the Texas Hold 'Em Tournament down at the Ukiah Civic Center. Tickets are $125 and include a tri-tip dinner and a beverage. There are many prizes, including a week's stay in Tahoe! All proceeds benefit the rebuilding of Anton Stadium.
And Lions mark your calendars for the annual Christmas Dinner and Fundraiser. Always a fun time, the dinner is scheduled for Thursday December 10th, the cost is $30 per person and donations will be sought for the Ukiah Valley Christmas Effort. Hope to see you there!
Club Continues To Grow
October 29, 2009
The Ukiah Host Lions Club continues to grow its membership. This week, after attending three luncheon meetings, retired attorney Greg Sager took the Lion Oath, administered by Lion Chan Cornell. Lion Greg was sponsored by Mike Spencer. Welcome to the club, Greg.
Pancake Breakfast Time
September 19, 2009
The Ukiah Lions Club held its annual pancake breakfast on Saturday morning. There was a steady stream of hungry car enthusiasts keeping the guys busy mixing batter, cooking sausage, flipping pancakes and pouring coffee and juice. We nearly ran out of pancake mix! All in all it was a fun morning and everyone enjoyed the hot meal. Visit the Pancake Breakfast page for pictures and more about the morning.
New Lion Joins Ukiah Host
September 17, 2009
After attending three meetings Mel Grandi took the oath and was installed as a Lion at the Luncheon Meeting today. Welcome, Mel!
Another Frantic Fall Arrives
September 5, 2009
The Club has already shifted into high gear for the Fall. In August we held our annual Stag Feed, a thank you to the club members and the youth football coaches for another year of service to the community. August also brought us full-swing into concessions season with two youth football games already under our belt. September adds Ukiah High School Football on Friday nights into the mix as well.
In addition, we're gearing up for our annual Pancake Breakfast at the 2009 Fabulous Flashback Car Show on September 19th. Prices are very reasonable at $5 for an adult and $4 for kids. We're serving pancakes, sausage and milk, juice or coffee. Stop by, support the Lions and have a look at some beautiful classic cars, courtesy of the Ukiah Early Iron Car Club and their guests.
Also, Ukiah Host recently brought two new Lions into the club. Local business owner Bryan Bowers joined the Lions on July 30th and Larry Claunch was inducted at our August 27th luncheon meeting. Welcome to the club gentlemen.
Finally, Ukiah Lions continue to play key roles in the Anton Stadium rebuild project. The fields were in great shape for the recent Babe Ruth competition. Now attention focuses on building the grandstands. If you want to see what's going on, check the Anton Stadium website.
Babe Ruth Baseball
August 10, 2009
Ukiah was the site for the Babe Ruth League Pacific Southwest Region Tournament for 14-15 year olds. The Ukiah Host Lions Club helped by preparing the welcome dinner for the teams and their parents and coaches. There's a page with a few pictures and more about the weekend's events.
Installation Dinner 2009
June 19, 2009
The Club brought another year to it's close with the annual installation dinner to bring in our newest slate of officers. There's a page with a few pictures now available.
Club Welcomes Lion Costa
June 7, 2009
Lion Beau continues his amazing work as the Club's Membership Chair. On Thursday June 4th new Lion Jason Costa was sworn in during the luncheon meeting at the Ukiah Garden Cafe by Lion Mike Spencer. Welcome to the Lions Club, Jason.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt Highlights Busy Spring
April 16, 2009
On Easter Sunday, April 12, the Lions Club hosted the 62nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Anton Stadium that saw hundreds of children and families gather for the fun. We've put together a photo gallery of the days events, here.
Pancake Feed for South Ukiah Little League
April 4, 2009
The Lions served a pancake breakfast at the South Ukiah Little League fields to support the players, coaches and parents, and to help usher in opening day of the baseball season.
The Club rolled in the trailer with the rotary grills before sunrise to make preparations for the job ahead. When all was said and done, the guys served hundreds of families and started the days events with warm pancakes on a very frosty morning.
2009 Club Directors and Officers Announced
March 30, 2009
As per International Lion's regulations, the following Lion's officer line-up for 2009-2010 has been presented to the Club during three meetings and approved:
Officers
| Dan Updegraff | President |
| Bob Beltrami / Mike Schutz | 1st Vice President |
| Tom Mason | 2nd Vice President |
| Rod Grainger | 3rd Vice President |
| Mike Spencer | Secretary |
| Bob Beltrami | Treasurer |
| Bob Clark | Tail Twister |
| Rod Logan | Lion Tamer |
| Beau Johnson | Membership Chairman |
| Mike Schutz | Stag Nite Chairman |
Board of Directors
| Bob Mirata | 2 Year Director |
| Grady Huff | 2 Year Director |
| Effie Fuentes | 1 Year Director |
| Bob Frassinello | 1 Year Director |
Lions Celebrate With Christmas Fundraiser
December 13, 2008
The Lions Club gathered at the Ukiah Garden Cafe on December 11 for its Annual Christmas Dinner and Fundraiser for the Ukiah Valley Christmas Effort. After a brief cocktail hour, the group enjoyed dinner and local wines, and joined together singing Christmas Carols. In addition, the evening brought donations for the Christmas Effort totalling over $2,000.
Concession Season Comes To A Close
December 9, 2008
Another successful season of Youth Football has come to a close. Ukiah Host wishes to thank the many business who support us during the season, including Pleasant View Dairy, Lightel's, Wonder Bread, Raley's, and others.
Club Continues To Expand Rolls
November 20, 2008
Ukiah Host welcomed two more Lions this Fall. At the Luncheon Meeting on November 13th Lion Beau Johnson sponsored both Don McMullen and Grady Huff as they were sworn into the Lions.
New Lions Take The Oath
September 23, 2008
August and September saw new names added to the rolls of Ukiah Host. In August, Lion Dave Hull sponsored his son Jared who was installed on the 28th. And in September, new Lion Erin Powis was installed, sponsored by Lion Brady Wildberger. Welcome to the Club, Gentlemen.
Lion Frassinello Crosses The Country
Past President Bob Frassinello was absent from our Annual Stag Feed in August '08. But he had an excellent excuse! At the time, he was on a cross-country bike trek (Yes, coast-to-coast across the United States!) with friends Don Stipp and Mac Ford. Mac created a page of photos from the trip and posted them here.
Lion Chan (far left) passes out the steaks as Effie, Ron, Buck, Dave and others are lined up for chili, garlic bread and salad.
Stag Feed '08
August 21, 2008
Ukiah Host held it's Stag Feed at the Redwood Empire Fairgrounds. The annual event is not only a "Thank You" from the Club to the members for their effort and support throughout the year, but also an opportunity to thank all of the coaches involved in the Ukiah Lions Youth Football League for their long hours and dedication to our local youth. In all, over 60 Lions and Coaches enjoyed the evening.
The meal featured steaks from the Forks Ranch Market cooked by Lions Chan, Ben and crew, chili prepared by the Mirata Brothers, garlic bread, salad and of course a healthy selection of refreshing beverages. Lion President Bob really outdid himself in orchestrating a great Stag for the club.
2008 Installation
June 12, 2008
Ukiah Host recently installed the Officers and the Board of Directors for the 2008-09 year during a dinner celebration for our outgoing and incoming officers. Congratulations to Past President Bob and Incoming President Bob, pictured, right. Visit our Installation 2008 page for a few pictures and brief description of the evening.
Two New Lions Sworn In
May 9, 2008
At the May 8 Luncheon, Ukiah Host installed two new Lions into the Club: Brady Wildberger, sponsored by Beau Johnson, and Guy Mills, sponsored by Bob Frassinello. Brady and Guy join Rod Grainger, Effie Fuentes and Jitu Ishwar as the Club's most recent "Cub Lions" installed in 2007-08.
Ukiah Host Continues to Grow
Lion Mike congratulates new Lion Rod Granger after swearing him into the Club.
April 3, 2008
The Lions extend congratulations to new member, Rod Granger, brought into the Club at the luncheon meeting on April 3 by his sponsor Lion Chan Cornell. We all look forward to working with you as a Ukiah Host Lion, Rod!
2008 Easter Egg Hunt
March 22, 2008
The Club recently sponsored it's 61st Annual Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt on March 23. Hundreds of families were in attendance as the kids participated in the massive hunt across Anton Stadium, Lions Field and Giorno Park. Details and pictures from the event are now available, here.