September 2012 Ka Leo O Hawaii Kai Page 1

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

As the school year starts, so do our activities that define our club. Past administrations have welcomed new projects for consideration and I, too, welcome the thought of a new venture in serving. August found us helping with the Heart Walk and assisting DH Lions Club at the Kapahulu Bon Dance. We had two “miles” for speakers, Myles Nakasone, who spoke about the relentless relief effort he’s doing in Japan after the

tsunami, and Miles Matsumura, HLF Trustee, filled us in about the upcoming HLF Walk for Vision & Hearing taking place on Sunday, September 30th. Thanks to our Tail Twister, Lion Dennis, for affording us laughter with his amusing antics to kick off our meetings. At least we know a few facts about each other, and who can’t tell jokes! Thanks, also, to IPP Tom, Convention Chair, for his enthusiasm and the individuals and businesses who contribute to the Convention Committee Fund. Just shake that bag up a little more! There are considerable activities coming up as we approach September:

A joint meeting with our zone clubs will bring us together at our first meeting, 6 pm, at Niu Valley MS with a speaker on Emergency Medical Services. We’ll have dinner beforehand and CIS are invited, but by looking

at the signup sheet, not many have signed up. With so much happening around us, it can be important and invaluable for all to know what to do in an emergency situation, and at the same time, break bread with our zone club members. CIS cost is $5. Please sign up by Sept. 3rd.

Vision Screening starts up at the preschools. The purpose of the Vision Screening Program is to identify school age children with vision problems that may affect their ability to learn in school. We used to do 7 preschools, but only 5 are scheduled in September, and in October, we will start vision screening at the 3 elementary schools in our district. Look on the website for the days and times. Thanks in advance to those who

The Voice of Hawaii Kai Vol. XL #3

Ka Leo O Hawaii Kai Monthly Bulletin of the Hawaii Kai Lions Club September 2012

September 2012 Ka Leo O Hawaii Kai Page 2 continue to support our efforts. We never know how many Lions will participate, but do not depend on the others, or else no one will show up. Your assistance can always be used, whether it be for testing, signing in, escorting or recording results. Many hands finish the task faster. I would even like to do vision screening at one school outside our area where no testing is done, so that maybe we can make a difference. Taking Joy in Service doesn’t have to only be during the Seven Days of Service (SOS).

District Governor Jack

Kampfer makes a visit to our club at our 2nd meeting, so make it a point to attend to hear his message.

As mentioned, the HLF

Walk happens on Sun, Sept. 30, at Magic Island, so garner up walkers and donations to raise money in the walk for Vision and Hearing!

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Oahu Heart Walk August 11, 2012 Story submitted by C.F Leu

The Hawaii Kai Lions again volunteered to help staff the food tent. Lions Jeanne Alices,

Dennis Ching, Cynthia Chun, Tommy Chun, Alvin Hayashibara, Alex Ho, Stanley Ito, Keith Katsuda, C.F. Leu, Bill Modglin, Ken Nishibun, Toshi Nishioka, Clara Ozaki, Sindy Sindiong, Potential Lion Richard Shiinoke, and CIS Sally Ito, Florence Nishioka and Aki Leu participated.

The event was held on Saturday, August 11, 2012 at Kapiolani Park. Tables were set up and an assembly line formed to place Subway sandwich, fruit and chips into packages. But wait--no packages. No problem--plan 2 activated. As the walkers passed the finish line, the volunteers dropped the prepared food into their Heart Walk goodie bags and also passed out ice-cold water and pogs.

An enthusiastic Farrington High School group also helped.

New Member Spotlight:

Mike Chisick By Mike Chisick & Peggy Oyama

Mike Chisick was born in New Jersey. Growing up, he was very active in sports (football, baseball, and skiing) and was 1st team all New York State linebacker in high school. He attended Union College (NY), earning a B.A. in Asian Studies and Japanese (magna cum laude, phi beta kappa). He also attended The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, obtaining a MBA in Finance.

In 1998, Mike started his own business in Kyushu, Japan. During that time, he also moonlighted as a fake priest,

performing weddings. He married 24 couples. It's one of those odd jobs he had while living there. Ask Mike about it the next time you see him!

Mike lived and worked 13 years in Japan, spending the last 7 years working in investment banking in Tokyo.

Mike and his wife, Kumi, have been married 11 years, and they have two boys: Tyler (7) and Ray (5).

Mike enjoys spending time with family, outdoor activities, volunteer coaching flag football, travel and poker.

Mike has travelled to Vietnam, China, Korea, Australia, Thailand, Italy, Hong Kong and Singapore. His favorite foods are sushi and buffalo wings, but not at the same time! Asahi Super Dry is Mike’s favorite beer.

Joel Leo, Alan Hong, Kumi, Mike, Ray & Tyler

Chisick at Lions clean-up with Friends of Hanauma Bay on Feb. 26, 2012

Appreciation Dinner

Friday, August 3, 2012 Story submitted by Alvin Hayashibara

At 5:00 pm Sindi arrived and soon Dave and Stan with CIS Patty and Sally, Peggy next and lastly Ed and Sandy Lee. The guys started cooking and the ladies set up the room.

Ed Lee donated watermelon & oranges and Sandy made a salad

September 2012 Ka Leo O Hawaii Kai Page 3 using corn and beans. Patty Osaki made desserts, which was also donated.

Our menu was Steak grilled and cut to bite size, Chicken-Squash & Shiitake dish, vegetable greens, the bean and corn salad, sausage and brown rice donated by Tom Jones. Tom also donated the salad dressing and brought poke. Dave brought two types of sausages to grill and some tako dried to perfection that went well with the beer. Wine was also served for whoever wanted to drink. Tom & Alvin brought the wine. Rick Yee, who won the Bud door prize the night before, donated the beer.

Thank you all who helped make our breakfast project a success again this year. Hopefully we will be able to do this at my home next year.

All help was greatly appreciated!

Thank-you dinner at Kuapa Isle Clubhouse

URL for thank-you dinner photos: http://hawaiikailions.smugmug.com/Other/2012-08-03-Pancake-thank-you/24590202_W8vKXw

Furoshiki Class for CISes Taught by Evelyn

Nakamura Submitted by Peggy Oyama

On Saturday, July 28th, a group of Hawaii Kai CISes, a few Lions from Hawaii Kai, Ala Moana and Kamehameha Lions

Clubs, and a couple guests attended a Furoshiki (alternative gift wrapping) class led by Evelyn Nakamura.

The event was held on the second floor of the Gyotaku Restaurant on King Street, thanks to our gracious host, Tom Jones. The ladies learned how to use 3 different sizes of square fabric (furoshiki) to wrap a variety of gifts in different sizes and shapes. The wrapper would become part of the gift and could be reused again later. Each participant enjoyed the benefit of the wrapping lesson, a bento from Gyotaku, and went home with their very own furoshiki! Many thanks to Renee Iha, Lyn Yee (CIS contact), Tom Jones, and the instructor, Evelyn Nakamura, for a very successful and enjoyable event!

Furoshiki URL: http://hawaiikailions.smugmug.com/Other/2012-07-28-CIS-Furoshiki/24458084_TV8gQH

Note: MORE photos of the Aloha Dinner for Tom Jones at Lung Fung Restaurant were added to URL: http://hawaiikailions.smugmug.com/Other/2012-07-07-Aloha-Party-at-Lung/24174314_ZkWnRz

Thanks to all

individuals and

businesses for your

donations to the

Convention

Committee fund!

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Heart Walk August 11, 2012 Photos submitted by CF Leu

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September 2012 Ka Leo O Hawaii Kai Page 5 Hawaii Kai Lions Club

Notes of General Meeting – August 2, 2012 Meeting Place: Hale O Aloha, Lunalilo Home President Cynthia Chun called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Opening Song - Lion Apolonio Sindiong Flag Pledge - Lion PDG Roy Aoki Lion's Pledge - Lion PDG Mervin Wee Invocation - Lion Rick Yee Introduction of Guests Guest: Richard Shiinoki (Lion Rick) Guest: Keith Kogachi (Lion Dave/Lion Cindy) Tailtwister Lion Dennis activated Call for sign-up sheets None Break for dinner Notes of previous meeting approved as circulated. Treasurer Pro Temp Lion Alvin reported that Treasury is doing okay. Walter in Las Vegas investing funds. Correspondence/Announcements - Thank you letter from Hawaii IYC from Lion Cindy - From Lions Clubs International President Wing Kun Tam - awards for reaching milestone in Lionism to: - Lion Dave Osaki - 10 years - Lion Mino Takaesu - 15 years - Lion Ken Nishibun - 15 years - Lion Yoshio Miyashiro - 15 years - Lion CF Leu - 20 years - Lion Tom Jones - 20 years Reports A. First Vice President - Administrative Committees - Lion Tommy reported on breakfast proceeds. B. Second Vice President - Activities Committees - Lion Ron reported on Kalama Valley Community Park tree planting project - Lion CF reminded members of Heart Walk project, 8/11/12, Kapiolani Park, 6 am, work shirt C. Third Vice President - Social & Special Events Committees - Lion Alvin reminded everyone about Appreciation Dinner, Friday 8/3/12, 6 pm, Kuapa Isle Recreation Center, cooks to arrive at 5 pm. - Lion Kazu provided preliminary information regarding Charter Night - tentatively April 19th Unfinished Business - None New Business - Lion PDG Merv advised everyone that we have received a notice from District 50 - no longer need to submit D50 Club Activity Report (CAR) effective 2012. - 2012-2013 District Directory available, see Club Secretary. One per Lion. - Hawaii Lions Foundation, Walk for Vision and Hearing, Sept.30, Ala Moana Park, Registration 7 am, Walk at 8 am, pau 11 am. HLF Walk Chair Lion Miles is asking that each Lion make a donation and solicit three other sponsors. Lion PDG Roy to contact Lion Miles and invite him to our club meeting. - Joint Region V, Zone 2 Lions Clubs meeting, Sept. 6th, Niu Valley Middle School, 6 pm, guest speaker - Emergency Medical Services, cost per person $9 (less Meal Plan) for dinner and bottle of water. Specific individual amount to be determined. CISs invited. Other Business -- Future events:

September 2012 Ka Leo O Hawaii Kai Page 6 - Seven days of Service - Sept. 30, HLF Walk for Vision and Hearing, Ala Moana Park, 8 am to 11 am, registration from 7 am - Oct 6, 2012, Roar for Food - 2nd D50 Cabinet Meeting, Oct. 20, Damien High School - 2nd RVZ2 Zone Advisory Meeting, Oct. 22, 6:30 pm, Crane Lodge - Nov. 3, Kaimuki Kanakapila, Waialae Avenue - Lions Leadership Institute, Jan 19-21, 2013, Place to be determined - 3rd Cabinet meeting, Kilauea Military Camp, Feb. 8-10, 2013 - 3rd RVZ2 Zone Advisory Meeting, Feb 11, 2013, 6:30 pm, Crane Lodge - Region V, Zone 2 Zone Social, Feb, 17, 2013, Fort Shafter Hale Ikena, 10:30 to 1:30 pm - District Convention, May 16-19, 2013, Ala Moana Hotel Convention Committee Modified Auction/Door Prizes Closing Song: Lion Jeanne Alices Adjourned: 8:22 pm

HAWAII KAI LIONS CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING

Meeting Date: August 7, 2012 Meeting Place: Hale O Aloha, Lunalilo Home Present: PDG Roy Aoki, Dennis Ching, Cynthia Chun, Alvin Hayashibara, Keith Katsuda, Ed Lee, Bill Modglin, Kazu Nakano, Scott Sakata, PDG Mervin Wee President Chun called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm The notes from the previous board meeting were approved as published in the club’s bulletin. Treasurer's Report. Treasurer Walter away, Acting Treasurer Alvin provided costs for Appreciation Dinner. Correspondence/Announcements - Email received District 50 with 2012-2013 Vision Screening forms Reports/Actions - Discussed the proposed date for the Charter Night Celebration to be held in April 2013. It was suggested that the date be moved to Thursday, possibly April 18, instead of the usual Friday event, to allow one of our members, who has to work late on Fridays, to attend this event. BOD provided tentative approval. Chair Kazu will contact Nagoya Joto Lions Club to discuss this possible change of dates for the Charter Night dinner and other schedules changes. - Developed list of 2012-2013 HKLC Committees Chairs & Members. Committee Chairs and members listing to be updated on club website. - Discussed 2012-2013 proposed budgets. Tentative budget estimates established for activities committees, administrative and social committees budgets will be developed by respective VPs. - Cost of prospective members’ dinner for first two meetings to be charged to Membership Committee budget. Approved. - RVZ2 Lions Clubs Joint Meeting, Sept. 6th, 6 pm, - Cost per member - Member pays $3.00, balance of $6.00 to be paid by meal plan - CIS will be charged $5.00, balance of $4.00 will be funded by CIS Fund - Participation in Kaimuki Kanakapila, Nov. 3rd. BOD decided that we will assist if needed. - Lions Leadership Institute, Jan 19-21, Lion Bill Modglin to attend. - Lunalilo Home Adult Services advised that they will replace dishwashing soap they used (stored above sink) Submitted by PDG Mervin Wee, Club Secretary

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Hawaii Kai Lions Club Notes of General Meeting – August 16, 2012

Meeting Place: Hale O Aloha, Lunalilo Home President Cynthia Chun called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Opening Song - Lion PDG Roy Aoki Flag Pledge - Lion Ron Goong Lion's Pledge - Lion Alvin Hayashibara Invocation - Lion Alex Ho Introduction of Guests Guest: Myles Nakasone (Lion Scott) Guest: Lion Miles Matsumura, HLF Trustee, Ala Moana Lions Club Co-Chair HLF Walk for Vision and Hearing (Lion PDG Roy) Tailtwister Lion Dennis activated - tell a joke. Break for dinner Notes of previous meeting approved as circulated. Treasurer's Report:. None. Guest Speakers: 1) Myles Nakasone shared his experiences assisting after the Japan tsunami. 2) Lion Miles Matsumura, HLF Trustee, discussed the upcoming HLF Walk for Vision and Hearing to be held at Ala Moana Park on Sept. 30. Asked for our participation and getting three non-lions to donate. Correspondence/Announcements - Received 20 copies of Nagoya Joto Lions Club Directory. Pick up from Secretary if interested. - Thank you note from Patsy Takaesu Reports A. First Vice President - Administrative Committees None B. Second Vice President - Activities Committees - Lion CF reported on the Heart Walk - Manawalea Riding Center fundraiser, 8/18, noon to 7 pm - Lion Cindy reported on schedule for vision screening: - 9/18 Tuesday, 8 am, Hawaii Kai Preschool - 9/18, Tuesday, 10 am, Kuapa Preschool - 9/21, Friday, 8 am, Star of the Sea - 9/25, Tuesday, 8 am, Waiokeola Preschool - 9/25, Tuesday, 10 am, Waialae-Kahala Preschool - 10/12, Friday, 8:30 am, Hahaione Elementary Sign-up sheets will be on website. C. Third Vice President - Social & Special Events Committees - Lion Alvin reported on the Appreciation Dinner - Charter night banquet dinner may be changed to Thursday evening instead of the usual Friday to accommodate a member who has to work late on Fridays. Lion Kazu is in contact with Nagoya Joto Lions to discuss proposed changes in scheduling. Unfinished Business - Region V, Zone 2 Joint Meeting, Sept 6th, Thursday, Niu Valley Middle School, dinner at 6 pm, sign-up on website by Monday, Sept 3rd, dinner cost to member will be $3.00 (balance of $6.00 to be paid by meal plan), CIS attending will pay $5.00 with balance of $4.00 to be paid by CIS fund. Cost includes dinner plus a bottle of water. Speaker on Emergency Medical Services to start at 7 pm. Sign-up by Sept. 3rd on website. New Business - Sept 20 will be District Governor Jack Kampfer Visitation

September 2012 Ka Leo O Hawaii Kai Page 8 - Proceeds from Breakfast fundraiser and bake sale turned over to Club Treasurer Convention Committee/Modified Auction/Door Prizes - Lion Bill Closing Song: Lion PDG Roy Aoki Adjourned: 8:40 pm FUTURE EVENTS Date Time Event Place Notes

Thursday 9/6 6-9pm Region V, Zone 2 Joint Clubs Meeting Patty Dukes, Emergency Medical Services

Niu Valley Middle School Lions $3 CISes $5

Tuesday 9/11 7-9pm Board Meeting Lunalilo Home

Tuesday, 9/18 8am-10am 10am-12pm

Vision Screening Hawaii Kai School Kuapa Preschool

Work shirt

Thursday, 9/20 7-9pm General Membership Meeting District Governor Jack Kampfer Johnelle Yamamoto, RSVP Volunteer Program

Lunalilo Home Club shirt

Friday 9/21 8-11am Vision Screening Star of the Sea Early Learning Center

Work shirt

Tuesday, 9/25 8am-10am 10am-12pm

Vision Screening Waiokeola Preschool Waialae-Kahala Preschool

Work shirt

Sunday, 9/30 7am – Registration 8am - Walk

Walk for Vision and Hearing Ala Moana Beach Park

BIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIES DATE OF INDUCTION August Membership 9/3 CIS Pat Lee 9/3 Lion Alex Ho 9/8 Lion Tom Jones 9/9 Lion PDG Merv Wee 9/16 CIS Pauline Ho 9/16 CIS Jan Kaeo 9/12 Lion Peggy Oyama 9/20 Lion David Osaki

9/5 Sindy & Joan Sindiong 9/6 Roy & Sharon Aoki 9/12 Ralph & Troy Nakamura 9/28 Dr. Roger & Donna Ede

9/1/1984 Sindi Sindiong 9/1/2002 Keith Katsuda 9/1/2003 John Miyamasu 9/3/2009 Ida Ferris 9/3/2009 Kaz Nakano 9/10/2001 David Osaki 9/18/2008 Peggy Oyama

Active Privileged Affiliate Total

41 1 8

50

District 50 Region V, Zone 2 Hawaii Kai Lions Club Officers – 2012-2013 Honolulu, HI – Chartered 4/9/1973 President

IPP 1st VP 2nd VP 3rd VP Treasurer

Cynthia Chun 5634 Kanau St. (808) 373-9443 Tom Jones William Modglin Scott Sakata Alvin Hayashibara Walter Kuroiwa

Secretary Lion Tamer Tail Twister Directors Mem. Dir. Bull. Ed.

PDG Mervin Wee 348 Hanakoa St. (808) 395-2883 Keith Katsuda Dennis Ching PDG Roy Aoki Edward Lee Marty Jorgensen Peggy Oyama

Intl President District Governor 1st VD Governor 2nd VD Governor Region Chairman Zone Chairman

Wayne Madden Jack Kampfer Mark Mizuno Jim Bryan TBD Richard Kaneko

Meetings Make Up Meetings The Hawaii Kai Lions Club meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at Hale O Aloha room of Lunalilo Home, 511 Kekauluohi Street. The Board of Directors meets the Tuesday following the first club meeting of each month at Hale O Aloha room of Lunalilo Home, 511 Kekauluohi Street.

Diamond Head Lions Club meets the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month. 6:30 pm, 3140 Campbell Avenue. Kaimuki Lions Club meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month, 7:00 pm, Crane Lodge, 3640 Crater Road. Koko Head Lions Club meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm, Niu Valley Middle School

September 2012 Ka Leo O Hawaii Kai Page 9 Meeting Announcements for September

Date: September 6, 2012 Time: 6 – 9 pm Place: Niu Valley Middle School Attire: Club shirt; pins, & nametags Cost: w/meal plan $3 w/o meal plan $9 Speaker: Patty Dukes, Emergency Medical Service Program: Zone Joint Meeting

Date: September 11, 2012 Time: 7:00 pm Place: Lunalilo Home BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

Date: September 20, 2012 Time: 7:00 pm Attitude Adjustment Place: Lunalilo Home Attire: Club shirt; pins, & nametags Cost: w/meal plan $3 w/o meal plan $7 Speakers: Johnelle Yamamoto, District Governor Jack Kampfer Program: General membership meeting Opening Song: Bob Kane Flag Pledge: Keith Katsuda Lions Pledge: Walter Kuroiwa Invocation: Ed Lee

Hawaii Kai Lions P.O. Box 25163 Honolulu, HI 96825

Facilities Committee Chair: Mino Takaesu Report by 6:15 pm Please find your own replacement if you are unable to fulfill those duties. September 20, 2012 Peggy Oyama Tom Jones Marty Jorgensen

Bulletin Editor Peggy Oyama 1072 Kaumoku Street Honolulu, HI 96825 Ph. (808) 394-2525 Email:peggy1959@aol.com Smugmug site for photos: http://hawaiikailions.smugmug.com/

Notes: 1) For up to date club news go to

HawaiiKaihi.lionwap.org 2) For up to date D50 news go to

www.hawaiilions.org