LIONS CLUB OF GEORGE TOWN MUTIARA, PENANG

SIGHTFIRST Project ... FREE Cataract Operations for the needy.

2012-02-02T11:10:00.000+08:00

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara in collaboration with the Lions GTM-Pantai Penang Medical Fund, CIMB Foundation and Pantai Hospital, Penang will provide FREE cataract surgery for the needy of the community. The cataract surgery will be performed at Pantai Hospital Penang.

The Club invites applications from the public to avail themselves of this free service. Application forms can be obtained from Pantai Hospital, Penang (82, Jalan Tengah, Bayan Baru, 11900 Penang).

For additional information, please contact Ms. Janice Loke (PHP) @ 04-639 6322 or PCC Allan Cheah @ 019-413 0408.

It's FRIDAY ... Day 5 of our Relieving the Hunger Project!

2012-01-14T10:34:00.001+08:00

For the fifth straight day this week, Mutiara Lions spent the evening with the less fortunate and needy of our community. Providing them a proper hearty dinner to end their day.

News of the project had spread and the turnout was beyond our expectations. On the 1st day we provided 100 packets, 2nd day, 80 packets and 3rd to 4th day 90 packets each day. Today (5th day) we prepared 95 packets of food, but it was not enough as the crowd was larger than expected and we had to rush to purchase an additional 35 packets of food to cater to all those who turned up.

The finale of the project will be on 20 January 2012 (Friday) whereby the Club will prepare food for 150 persons together with goody bags. In celebration of the upcoming Chinese New Year, "ang pows" (red packets) will also be distributed to those who turn up on that day.


Lining up under the watchful eye of PP May Cheah.


Lions (in vests) distributing the food. (L-R: PP Anthony Goh, PP Leong Weng Khuan, PP R. Sethupandian and President Mark)


Enjoying their dinner.


Full house!

Relieving the Hunger...Day 4 (12 Jan 2012)

2012-01-13T10:17:00.000+08:00

It rained again...yet they still came.
The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few.

The Lions of George Town Mutiara sought to fulfil the needs of the many needy with this noble gesture of a free meal... just hoping for an opportunity to be of service to our community. "WE SERVE" is our motto.


Lions serving the needy.


Yours in Service...President Mark Labrooy.

Friends enjoying a heart dinner meal.

Day 3 of "Relieving the Hunger" Project...

2012-01-12T10:22:00.000+08:00

The inclement weather failed to dampen the enthusiasm and spirit of Mutiara Lions on the third day of their "Relieving the Hunger" project at the Kechara Soup Kitchen premises at Halaman Ariffin off Burmah Road, Penang. The skies opened up just before the distribution started, showering "blessings" on both the givers and receipients of this noble cause. However, this did not deter the Lions from their goal.

Ninety packets of "steaming" hot vegetarian rice, mandarin oranges, wafers, biscuits and mineral water were prepared and distributed by Lions of George Town Mutiara Lions Club on the third day of their effort to relieve the hunger amongst the homeless, less fortunate and needy of our community. Amongst the registered recipients were retirees, single parents, the aged, the handicapped and the neglected less fortunate of our community.

Through the efforts of the project secretary Past President (Zone 1 Chairperson) May Cheah, the menu for the food packets are changed everyday so that the receipients can enjoy the taste of different dishes. Even the caterers are changed every two days so that there is a variety in cooking styles.

The STAR ... 12 January 2012

Day 3 photos...


Preparing the packed food before distribution.

Lions distributing the food packets to the receipients.


A view from behind...

Lions in action ... Alleviating the Hunger - Day 2 (10 January 2012)

2012-01-11T10:40:00.000+08:00

George Town Mutiara lions continued their "Alleviating the Hunger Project" by distributing eighty packets of food, drinks, buns and fruits to the homeless and needy for the second straight day.

The distribution of food packets was carried out at 6.00 p.m. and completed within the hour with many happy people walking away with their free dinner, thanking the Lions profusely for their generosity in helping share a meal with them.

The food packets were specially catered and are "meatless" so that all could partake the food irrespective of race, religion or ethnicity.


Queueing for their food...


Lions distributing food packets ...


President Mark, Secretary May and V 1st VP Lion Monica distributing the food packets...

Enjoying the dinner...


Thank you!

RELIEVING THE HUNGER...

2012-01-10T12:48:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions kicked start 2012 with a project aimed at "relieving the hunger" of the destitute and homeless of our society. With the support of the Kechara Soup Kitchen, an NGO which provides free food for the needy homeless and vagabonds, Lions Club of George Town Mutiara last night embarked on a project in line with Lions Clubs International's theme project for January 2012.

The project spearheaded by Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, saw Mutiara lions hitting the streets of the inner city of Penang to deliver packed food and goodies to the multitude of homeless whose only bed was a straw mat on the five foot way of shop houses.

President Mark Labrooy led the way accompanied by Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, Zone 1 Chairperson (Club Secretary) Past President May Cheah, Club Treasurer Past President Ann Khor, Past Presidents Alan Cheah, Joe Quah, Yeow Chin Chuan, Emery Cheah and Lions Monica Sio, Gertrude Soong and Ed Kiew. Together with representatives of the Kechara Soup Kitchen, the Lions drove in a convoy covering the entire inner city starting from 10.30 pm until 1.00 a.m distributing some 100 packets of free food and goodies.

The Lions will continue this project for a week and the final distribution date will be the 20 January 2012 whereby red packets will also be distributed in conjunction with the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations on 23 January 2012.

MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR 2012

2011-12-24T11:33:00.002+08:00

Warmest greetings and compliments of the season to all Lions, friends and their loved ones from President Mark Labrooy, Board of Directors and Members of the Lions Club of George Town Mutiara, Penang.

Annual School Uniforms presentation...

2011-11-11T17:38:00.001+08:00

As the school year comes to a close, Mutiara Lions again carried out their annual project of providing free school uniforms to deserving school children to prepare them for the new school year in 2012.

Project Organising Chairperson, Charter President Danny Lim again rose to the occasion when the project was successfull carried out at the SJKC Kong Min Cawangan II, Penang on 31 October 2011.

Forty one students from the SJKC Kong Min Caw. II, SJKC Shang Wu, SJKT Rajaji and SMK St. Xaviers were presented with free school uniforms which comprised a shirt/blouse, a pair of trousers/pinafore, a pair od socks and a pair of shoes.

The presentation, carried out at the SJKC Kong Min Caw. II school hall in Paya Terubong, Penang was witnessed by the Headmaster of SJKC Kong Min Caw, II and Senior Assistants from the SJKC Shang Wu and SJKT Rajaji together with President Mark Labrooy, Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah, Club Secretary, Zone Chairperson May Cheah, Past President Joe Quah, Past President Alan Cheah, Lion Gertrude Soong, Lion Ed Kiew and Lion Peter Hoffmann.

2011-11-07T11:12:00.000+08:00

Lions from LC George Town Mutiara rose to the occasion when they passed the hat round and contributed 250 cartons of drinking water to the Humanitarian Mission for Thailand, 2011.

The Humanitarian Mission for Thailand, 2011 is being undertaken and entrusted to the St. Johns Ambulance, State of Penang (SJAMPP) by the Government to help our beleagured northern neighbours in their time of need. As per the latest newspaper reports, the flood situation in Bangkok has not improved and the death toll has passed the five hundred mark.

"The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara is the first Lions club to have responded to the mission with this contribution", said Mr. HS Koay, SJAMPP's State Staff Officer for Disaster Management during the official handing over ceremony on 06 November 2011.

2011-10-29T12:04:00.000+08:00

The end of the current school year is upon us. At this time, Lions of George Town Mutiara embark on their annual project of providing free school uniforms to needy students in their preparation for the new school year of 2012.

This year, forty students from six schools have been earmarked to receive a full set of school uniform comprising of a shirt/blouse; a pair of pants/pinafore; a pair of socks, and a pair of shoes. These students have been selected by their relevant school authorities to receive the uniforms.

This annual project undertaken by Charter President Danny Lim will see the official presentation of the uniforms to the school children by Club President Mark Labrooy on Monday, 31 October 2011 at the SJKC Kong Min Caw. 2 at Paya Terubong, Penang at 9.00 a.m.

Lions GTM Charity Golfathon 2011...

2011-10-13T11:19:00.000+08:00

The inaugural Lions GTM Charity Golfathon held on 09 October 2011 at the Penang Golf Resort, 2011 was a very successful event.

60 golfers participated in this event which teed off at 7.30 a.m. in light drizzle at the Penang Golf Resort, Bertam, Penang. Notable Lions who participated in the event was Past District Governor Woon Fong Piew from LC Petaling Jaya and lions from Lions Club of George Town and the host Club.

Guest of Honour at this fund raiser was Penang's Head of State, His Excellency Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr) Haji Abdul Rahman B. Haji Abbas.

Health Seminar - Osteoporosis

2011-09-30T18:31:00.000+08:00

In collaboration with Holista Colltech (Aust) Ltd., Lions Club of George Town Mutiara presents a health seminar on Osteoporosis on Sunday, 16 October 2011 from 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. at Northam Hall, Level 3, The Northam All Suite, Penang.

The seminar will be conducted by Y.Bhg. Dato' Dr. Rajen M who holds a doctorate in Holistic Medicine from the University of LaSalle, USA. He is also a member of the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society, a member of the Ministry of Health's Standing Committee on traditional medicine, a member of the Alumni Research Caucus and Industry Panel of USM, a founding member of the Malaysian Dietary Supplement Association and an active newspaper columnist since 1995.

Admission to the seminar is FREE and the first 100 early birds will receive a mystery goodie bag. There will also be a lucky draw for participants of the seminar. Kindly obtain your invitation cards from the President Mark Labrooy (Mobile: +6 016 420 6808) or Past President Alan Cheah (Mobile: +6 012 498 8657).

"J" Project ... MoU Signing Ceremony

2011-09-28T09:10:00.000+08:00

Another chapter in George Town Mutiara's history was written when President Mark Labrooy inked a historic Memorandum of Understanding with the Executive Director of NPO Urban & Community Development of Tokyo, Japan, Mr. Yushi Kumagai on Sunday 25 September 2011.

The signing of the MoU marks the start of a project whereby Japanese nationals affected by the recent earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster in Japan on 11 March 2011 will be temporarily relocated to Penang in a bid to revitalise their lives and their morale. The first group of Japanese nationals are expected to arrive in Penang by December 2011.

The historic occasion was witnessed by Guest of Honour, the Hon'ble Lion Phee Boon Poh, Penang State Executive Councillor for Health, Welfare & Caring Society who in his speech, pledged the unreserved support of the Penang State Government for the project. The other witnesses were the Deputy Consul-General of Japan, Penang, Ms. Hiroko Taniguchi and District 308 B2 Governor Shawn Lee.

Lions dignitaries present at the event were Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah Cheng Wah, 1st Vice District Governor Tan Swee Kok, 2nd Vice District Governor Lee Boon Hoe, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, Region 1 Chairperson Dato' Yeoh Moh Chai, District Cabinet Officers including numerous Clubs Presidents and Lions.

All attendees were treated to a sumptuous high tea after the signing ceremony held at the Eastin Hotel, Penang.

"J" Project ...

2011-09-17T14:10:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions have embarked on another humanitarian project named the "J" Project ... "J" standing for Japan ... when they ink a historic Memorandum of Understanding with the NPO Urban & Community Development (NPO UCD) of Tokyo, Japan this 25 September 2011 at the Eastin Hotel, Penang,

The Club in collaboration with the NPO UCD of Japan will temporarily repatriate japanese nationals affected by the earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan recently for a six month period to Penang.

The historic signing of the Memorandum of Understanding will be done in the presence of Guest of Honour, Y.B. Tuan Phee Boon Poh, Penang State Executive Councillor; H.E. Mr. Tetsuro Kai, Consul-General of Japan and District Governor Shawn Lee.

Organising Chairperson for the project Lion Ed Kiew reports that the first japanese families to be temporarily repatriated are expected to be in Penang latest by end of the year.

Lions GTM Charity Golfathon 2011...Courtesy Call on TYT Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang

2011-09-09T11:17:00.002+08:00

Members of the Lions GTM Charity Golfathon 2011 Organising Committee led by Lions GTM-Pantai Penang Medical Fund permanent Chairperson Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat paid a courtesy call on Tuan Yang Terutama Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang, Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr) Haji Abdul Rahman B. Haji Abbas at Seri Mutiara yesterday afternoon.

Tuan Yang Terutama Tun will be the guest of honour at the Charity Golfathon scheduled to be held at the Penang Golf Resort, Bertam, Penang. Tee off is scheduled at 7.30 a.m.


Charity Golfathon Organising Committee members with TYT Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr) Haji Abdul Rahman B. Haji Abbas at Seri Mutiara, Penang

The organisers of the Charity Golfathon have targetted to raise RM100,000.00 for the medical fund, set up in 2009 to help and subsidise needy patients who require medical and surgical treatment at the Pantai Hospital Penang. To date, the fund management committee has disbursed some RM20,000.00 to assist various patients since its launch in November 2010.

During the courtesy call, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat announced the main prize for the Charity Golfathon ... a VOLKSWAGON POLO 1.2TSI ... for a "HOLE-IN-ONE" sponsored by the SeaSwift Group of Companies. To date, there are two prizes for a "hole-in-one", the other being a 40" SONY BRAVIA LCD Television set sponsored by Region 1 Chairperson Dato' Yeoh Moh Chai.

Education project ...setting up of Library at the Seri Cahaya Welfare Home, Penang

2011-09-08T10:16:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions together with the librarians of the Logos Hope joined hands to set up a library at the Seri Cahaya Welfare Home in Permatang Damar Laut, Batu Maung, Penang yesterday, 07 September 2011.

President Mark Labrooy led the Mutiara Lions in setting up the library with the support and assistance of the Logos Hope librarians led by Chief Mate Jaco Knief. The crew later had a session with the children of the home teaching them how to make book marks and maintain the newly set up library.

On hand to witness the setting up and simple opening of the library were District Governor Shawn Lee and 2nd Vice District Governor Lee Boon Hoe.

Mutiara Lions raised RM5,000.00 amongst themselves for this project under the able leadership of Organising Chairperson Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah.

Visit to the LOGOS HOPE...

2011-09-02T19:47:00.000+08:00

The world's largest floating library, the LOGOS HOPE made her maiden visit to Malaysia when the ship with a crew of four hundred (400) from fifty (50) countries docked at the Swettenham Pier in Penang on 18 August 2011.

Mutiara Lions, took advantage of this visit to bring one hundred and fifty (150) primary school children from two primary schools vis. SRJK Shang Wu and SRJK Kong Min 2 on a tour of the ship. The Children were treated to a one hour caultural performance by the crew of the ship and thereafter taken on a tour of the ship and her library.

Mutiara Lions in attendance at this project were President Mark Labrooy, PCC Allan Cheah, PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, Secretary (ZC) May Cheah, 2nd VP Gertrude Soong, 3rd VP Ed Kiew, PP Leong Weng Khuan & Lady, Lady Loh Meng Yik (spouse of CP Danny Lim) and PP Alan Cheah. The Mutiara Lions were joined on board by President Margaret Tham from the Lions Club of KL Megacity (District 308 B1).

Education Projects...

2011-08-26T10:01:00.000+08:00

The LOGOS HOPE, the world's largest floating library is in town, berthed at the Swettenham Pier, Penang.

The ship will be in port for a one month period. The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara will be bringing one hundred (100) primary school children on board the ship on Saturday, 27 August 2011 for a tour of the ship besides witnessing a cultural performance by the crew and also to visit the library. Organising Chairperson of this project is Lion Peter Koay and members are requested to meet at the entrance of the pier by 3pm that day.

The 2nd project with the ship and crew is the setting up of a library at the Rumah Kebajikan Sri Cahaya (Sri Cahaya Welfare Home) in Permatang Damar Laut, Batu Maung, Penang. This project will be carried out next month with the support and assistance of the crew of the Logos Hope.

Youth Exchange Programme...

2011-08-12T18:45:00.000+08:00

Youth Exchangee RYOGA KONDO from Nagoya, Japan was hosted by LCGTM's 3rd Vice-President, Lion Ed Kiew from 01 August until 17 August 2011 in Penang.

Ryoga attended the Club's 2nd Business Meeting cum Social held at the Stone Bay Restaurant, Penang on 11 August 2011. In addressing the Lions and guests at the meeting, Ryoga expressed his thanks and appreciation to Lion Ed Kiew and his family for showing him the sights and culture of Penang and was grateful of the opportunity to visit Penang.

Later, Ryoga presented his foster family a beautiful japanese scroll painting and in return Lion Ed Kiew presented him a batik shirt whilst President Mark Labrooy presented Ryoga with a Club T-Shirt and cap. Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat presented Ryoga with his personal pin.

YE Ryoga with Lion Ed Kiew and family...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LIONS...

2011-08-11T10:30:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions celebrated the birthdays of three members born in the month of July during their first Business Meeting cum Social on 11 July 2011 at the Stone Bay Restaurant, Penang.

The birthday boys and girl were... Past President May Cheah (04 July); Past President R. Sethupandian (01 July) and Past President Joe Quah (22 July).

After the wish making, candle blowing and cake cutting, members joined in the karaoke singing session to serenade the three birthday celebrants.

The birthday boys & girl ... PP Joe Quah, PP R. Sethupandian and PP May Cheah.

HEARTIEST CONGRATULATIONS...

2011-08-09T11:35:00.000+08:00

To three Mutiara Lions whose services and contributions to the State and Community were recognised when they were confered Penang State Honours and Medals in conjunction with the 73rd Birthday Celebrations of our beloved Tuan Yang Terutama Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang, Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr) Haji Abdul Rahman Bin Haji Abbas on 09 July 2011.

Past President R. Ganeson and Lion Kon Ted Liuk were conferred the DARJAH JOHAN NEGERI (D.J.N.), whilst Past President Emery Cheah Mei Ling was conferred the PINGAT JASA MASYARAKAT (P.J.M.) respectively.


Past President R. Ganeson receiving the Darjah Johan Negeri.


Lion Kon Ted Liuk receiving the Darjah Johan Negeri.


Past President Emery Cheah receiving the Pingat Jasa Masyarakat.

The Club congratulates and rejoices the achievements of our members who have been duly recognised for their commitment and dedication to serve the community in line with Lions Clubs International's motto ... "WE SERVE".

Acknowledgements...

2011-08-08T19:48:00.000+08:00

Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat and Datin Loo Kuai Hong records their sincere and heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all Lions Dignitaries, Cabinet Officers, Lions Clubs, Lions, Lionesses and friends for their well wishes, sympathies and condolences, gifts and wreaths during their recent bereavement. Thank you.

Obituary...

2011-08-04T18:27:00.000+08:00

It is with deep regrets that we announce the demise of Mdm. Cheah Eng Sooi, beloved mother-in-law of Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat today. Funeral is scheduled on Monday, 08 August 2011 at 1100 hrs. Cortege will depart cubicle "D", Batu Gantong Funeral Parlour, Penang.

The Club membership extend's their deepest condolences to Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat and Datin Loo Kuai Hong on their bereavement.

Installation of President and Board of Directors

2011-07-30T10:59:00.000+08:00

George Town Mutiara's 23rd Club President, President Mark Labrooy and his Board of Directors were formally installed during the Region 1 Joint Installation of Club Presidents and BOD on Friday, 29 July 2011 at the Bayview Georgetown Hotel.

Guest of Honour was Tuan Yang Terutama Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr) Haji Abdul Rahman B. Haji Abbas and his consort Yang Amat Berbahagia Toh Puan Dato' Seri Utama Hajah Majimor Bt. Shariff.

The 16 Clubs' Presidents and Boards of Directors were installed by District 308 B2 Governor Shawn Lee.

A total 15 Lions Clubs and 1 Lioness Club participated in the Joint Installation presided by Region 1 Chairperson Y.Bhg Dato' Yeoh Moh Chai. Organising Chairperson of the event was none other than President Mark Labrooy of George Town Mutiara.

Mutiara Lions in attendance at the installation event were Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, Zone 1 Chairperson May Cheah, District Chairperson Tina Tan, Regional Committee Chairperson Emery Cheah, Past President Alan Cheah, Past President R. Ganeson, Past President Ann Khor, Charter President Danny Lim, 2nd Vice President Gertrude Soong, 3rd Vice President Edward Kiew and Director Charles Goh.

President Mark Labrooy making his pledge...


President Mark symbolically receiving the gavel from District Governor Shawn Lee


President Mark Labrooy being garlanded with the President's Chain of Office by TYT Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang.

President Mark Labrooy and BOD members at the Joint Installation

LCGTM's Poor Family Adoption Programme...

2011-07-19T10:26:00.000+08:00

The Club's signature project is its Poor Family Adoption programme which has been in existence for the past twenty two years since 1989. To date the Club has supported and assisted more than twenty adopted families. The Club supports each adopted family with monthly supplies of household necessities like rice, cooking oil, milk etc for a period of at least twelve months. There are certain cases whereby the Club also provided special items on request by the respective families.

The Club has been supporting the current adopted poor family of Mr. Ravindran the past three years. Besides Mr. Ravindran, the Club has also been supporting Mdm. Parameswari for the past six months.

During fiscal year 2009-2010, the Club successfully recommended a total of twenty seven poor families under the "My Kasih" adoption programme.

This fiscal year (2011-2012) sees the Club embarking on a more ambitious programme besides the Poor Family Adoption Programme i.e. the setting up of a day care centre for poor families. This mammoth project has been entrusted to Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah.

Lions GTM Charity Golfathon 2011

2011-07-15T20:05:00.000+08:00

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara will be hosting her inaugural Charity Golf Tournament in her twnety three year history.

This is the first time that the Club is undertaking this challenging task to raise funds for the "LIONS GTM-PANTAI PENANG MEDICAL FUND". The fund set up in 2009 and officially launched on 02 November 2010 has since disbursed some RM20,000.00 to enable needy patients undergo medical procedures like cataract surgery at the Pantai Hospital Penang.

The Charity Golf Tournament is scheduled to be held on Sunday, 09 October 2010 at the Penang Golf Resort, Bertam, Penang. Guest of Honour will be Tuan Yang Terutama Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr) Haji Abdul Rahman Bin Haji Abbas, the Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang who will start off the tournament by teeing off at 8.00 a.m.

The Organising Committee jointly chaired by Past President Alan Cheah and Dr. S. Indran from Pantai Hospital Penang hopes to raise RM100,000.00 to further assist the needy in our community.

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara openly invites all Lions, friends of Lions, and all golfers to support the event. Contributions and sponsorship of RM1,000.00 towards the event are exempted from tax.

Getting to work...

2011-07-05T11:39:00.000+08:00

President Mark Labrooy chaired his maiden BOD meeting last night at the Kompleks Masyarakat Penyayang. Attendance by BOD members was a fantastic 100%...well done Mutiara Lions. This indicates the spirit and dedication of elected club officials for this fiscal year.

Group photograph of BOD members

Introducing our Board of Directors FY 2011-2012

2011-07-02T17:18:00.000+08:00

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara proudly present its Board of Directors for fiscal year 2011-2012...

New Leadership takes over...

2011-07-01T11:44:00.000+08:00

President Mark Labrooy

Today marks the change of leadership in the Lions movement worldwide with the start of the new fiscal term for 2011-2012.

President Mark Labrooy and his team assumes stewardship of the Lions Club of George Town Mutiara today. Lion Mark was inducted into the den of George Town Mutiara on 27 November 2008 by then District Governor Kenneth Saw (2008-2009) at the Vistana Hotel, Penang witnessed by some sixty Lions, friends and family members. He is sponsored by Past President Emery Cheah.

At 31 years old and recently married, President Mark operates and manages the "Mon Cherie Home" for the elderly at Jalan Bro. James, Pulau Tikus and Jalan Hamilton off Jalan Mesjid Negeri Pulau Pinang.

He was elected as Club Secretary for fiscal year 2010-2011 and was awarded the District's Excellence Secretary Award by District Governor Hudson Hah.

Secretary - PP May Cheah

This year's President's team comprises President Mark Labrooy ably assisted by Past President May Cheah as Club Secretary and Past President Ann Khor as Club Treasurer. The Club's Board of Directors for FY 2011-2012 consists of a mix of experienced Past Presidents and young Lions. The senior Lions are to guide the team whilst providing proper training for the young Lions preparing them for future leadership roles in the Club. Rookie Lions in the Board of Directors are Lion Ed Kiew (3rd Vice President), Lion Charles Goh and Lion Nehru Ayakanoo.

Treasurer- PP Ann Khor

Multiple District 308 District Trainer's Contest...

2011-06-09T09:50:00.000+08:00

Presentation on Lions Orientation...

In conjunction with the 49th Multiple District 308 Convention in Ipoh, the 2nd Multiple District 308 District Trainer's Presentation Skills Contest was held at the Syuen Hotel on the morning of 30 April 2011.

Organising Chairperson, Past District Governor Sam Leong welcomed all participants representing the four sub-districts in the competition. Each sub-district was represented by a contestant in each category i.e. English and Mandarin. This year's competition saw seven contestants vying for honours as the best presenter in the Multiple District with four contestants in the English section and three in the Mandarin Section.

Group photo of participants and judges after the contest.

Immediate Past President (DT) Alan Cheah was accorded the honour of representing District 308 B2 in the English Section of the contest where he successfully emerged as the 1st Runner-Up. The final results of the contest was between representatives of District 308 B2 and District 308 A2 with 308 A2 winning the overall title and being Champion in the English Section and 1st Runner Up in the Mandarin section whereas District 308 B2 won the Mandarin Section and was 1st Runner Up in the English Section.

All winners of the contest received their prizes from Multiple District 308 Council Chairperson Wong Chang Wai witnessed by Organising Chairperson Past District Governor Sam Leong, judges and all Lions present at the contest.

DT Alan Cheah receiving his 1st Runner-UP prize from MD 308 Council Chaiperson Wong Chang Wai witnessed by Organising Chairperson Past District Governor Sam Leong.

Welcome to Penang...Lions from District 410B, South Africa.

2011-06-08T11:15:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions hosted visiting Lions from the Lions Club of Standerton and Lions Club of Alberton, District 410B, South Africa when they made a two day stop over in Penang on 17 May 2011 to a fellowship dinner at the Happy Gardens Restaurant in Batu Feringghi, Penang.

The South African Lions, were accompanied by our sister club members Past President Shirley Koh and Lion Lynda from the Lions Club of PJ Metro. Incidentally both PJ Metro and Standerton are sister clubs too.

The six lions from Lions Club of Standerton were led by their President Les Parkes and his lovely wife Phyllis whilst Zone Chairperson Johnnie Dicks and his lovely wife Beverly were from the Lions Club of Alberton.

It was an evening of great fellowship amongst Lions from four different Clubs at a restaurant owned by a Lion (Lion Sherine Lim from Penang Gold Coast).

At the end of the dinner President Les Parkes thanked the Penang Lions for their kind hospitality, friendship, fellowship and invited them to visit South Africa in two years time when the Standerton Lions would be celebrating their 40th Charter Anniversary.

FY 2010-2011 District Awards...

2011-06-07T10:18:00.000+08:00

The 49th Multiple District 308 Convention was held in Ipoh, Perak Darul Ridzuan from 29 April to 02 May 2011.

Mutiara Lions who attended the Convention were President Tina Tan, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, Zone Chairperson Alan Cheah, District Chairperson May Cheah, District Chairperson R. Ganeson, Past President Emery Cheah, Charter President Danny Lim, Lion Mark Labrooy and Lion Ed Kiew.

Lions Club of George Town Mutiara capped another successful year of service when the Club and members were recognised and conferred awards by District Governor Hudson Hah during the District 308 B2 Fellowship Dinner held on 01 May 2011 at the Excelsior Hotel in Ipoh.

At the Convention, Past District Governor Dato Khoo Kay Huat was appointed as Nomination Chairperson for District 308 B2, whilst District Chairperson May Cheah organised the Lioness' Forum and Zone Chairperson Alan Cheah participated in the 2nd Multiple District 308 District Trainer's Presentation Skills Contest and was a facilitator at the Multiple District 308 Key Officer's School.

LCI Worldwide Induction Day...

2011-06-06T11:48:00.000+08:00

WELCOME ... New Mutiara Lions!!

In conjunction with Lions Clubs International's Worldwide Induction day on 09 April, 2011, the Club inducted two new Lions and welcomed a transferee into its Den.

Four new members and a transfered member were registered with Lions Clubs International for the month of April but only twonew members managed to attend the Induction ceremony conducted by Club stalwart Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah Cheng Wah at the Vistana Hotel, Penang.

Happy Birthday George Town Mutiara!!!

The Club welcomed newly inducted Lion Charles Goh and Lion Yeow Chin Chuan (a former Past President of the Club who had finally returned) and transfered member Lion Nehru Ayakanoo.

The Hi-Tea event was well attended by some sixty Lions, friends and family members. There was a talk on energy saving and also a Lions quiz for all attendees. Prizes for the quiz were sponsored by Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat another stalwart of the Club.

The Club also celebrated its official Charter Anniversary (13 April 1988) and the birthdays of those born in April which included Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat.

Melvin Jones Fellow...

2011-06-05T10:33:00.000+08:00


President Tina Tan receiving the MJF Plaque

During the official visit of International President Sid L. Scruggs III to District 308 B2, Malaysia, Lions were encouraged to make their contributions of USD1,000 to the Lions Clubs International Foundation so that they could receive their MJF Pins and Plaque personally from the International President.

President Tina Tan was one of the forty odd contributors to the LCIF and she received her MJF Pin and Plaque from International President Sid L. Scruggs III at the Banquet in honour of the International President's visit to District 308 B2.

Meeting the President Elect...

2011-06-04T09:46:00.000+08:00

LCGTM's COPP members

The Club's Council of Past Presidents (COPP) held a lunch meeting on 23 March 2011 at the Everyday Supreme Restaurant (Red Rock Hotel), Jalan Macalister, Penang to discuss club matters and at the same time officially welcome the club's incoming President for fiscal year 2011-2012, Lion Mark Labrooy. The meeting was chaired by COPP Chairperson Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat and was well attended by twelve Past Presidents of the Club.

The COPP traditionally meets the club's President Elect after club elections are held to determine the club's future leaders. The meeting was also to welcome a new member to the Council in out-going President Tina Tan.

International accolades for Lions Club of George Town Mutiara

2011-06-03T18:47:00.000+08:00

LCI's Excellence Club Award

HEARTIEST CONGRATULATIONS ... The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara and its members received no less than five International accolades this fiscal year. The Club was awarded the Lions Clubs International Excellence Club Award for FY 2009-2010 whilst Immediate Past President Alan Cheah was awarded the Lions Clubs International Excellence Club President Award (FY 2009-2010).

During the recent visit by International President Sid Scruggs III to District 308 B2 in February, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat was conferred the International President's Leadership Medal whilst District Chairperson May Cheah was awarded the International President's Certificate of Commendation during the International President's Banquet.

PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat receiving the Leadership Medal from IP Sid L Scruggs III

Immediate Past President Alan Cheah was also awarded the "International President's Certificate of Commendation" when he was presented the award by Past International President Kajit Habananda during the District 308 B2 Fellowship Dinner held in conjunction with the 49th Multiple District Convention in Ipoh recently.

Imm. Past President (Z1C) Alan Cheah receiving the Int. President's Certificate of Commendation from Past Int. President Kajit Habananda

Club Leadership for fiscal year 2011-2012

2011-06-02T10:15:00.000+08:00

Members of the Club elected their leaders for the next fiscal year 2011-2012 in March 2011.

The new team comprises of President (Elect) Lion Mark Labrooy, Secretary (Elect) Past President May Cheah and Treasurer (Elect) Past President Ann Khar as the key principal officers.

Other Board members are Lion Monica Sio (1st Vice President); Lion Gertrude Soong (2nd Vice President); Lion Ed Kiew Boon Leng (3rd Vice President); Past President Quah Bah Aik (Tamer); Past President Alan Cheah (Tail Twister); 2 Year Directors are Past President Emery Cheah; Lion Nehru Ayakanoo and Lion Charles Goh whilst the 1 Year Directors are Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat and Charter President Danny Lim.

The new team will assume office effective 01 July 2011.

Annual Charity Countdown Fund Raising Project 2010

2010-12-03T19:20:00.000+08:00

Compliments of the season to one and all!

2010 will be coming to a close soon. X'mas is just round the corner and the festive spirit is thick in the air. Following that we will be ushering in the New Year. Time really flies and in the wink of an eye, the new year 2011 will be upon us shortly.

Mutiara Lions will be organising their annual Charity fund raiser on 31 December 2010. The annual Charity Countdown will be held at the Sunshine Banquet Hall, Sunshine Square, Bayan Baru Penang from 9.00 p.m. till 1.00 a.m on 01 January 2011 to bid "adieu" to 2010 and welcome 2011.

This fund raiser event will raise funds for the recently launched LIONS GTM-PANTAI PENANG MEDICAL FUND to assist the needy in need of medical attention especially those requiring surgical procedures at the Pantai Hospital, Penang.

Patrons and supporters of the event are guaranteed an evening of fun; gaiety, excellent food; free flow of beverage including beer and liquor; dancing; lucky draws and a raffle draw all for a worthy and noble cause...to help the less fortunate in our community. The "Starz Live Band" will be on hand to provide entertainment the entire evening. Tickets are priced at a mere RM100.00.

Celebrating the "Festival of Lights" with children.

2010-11-20T17:13:00.000+08:00

PCC Allan Cheah serving food ...

Mutiara Lions today celebrated the "Festival of Lights" or Deepavali with children of the Shan Children's Home in Mount Erskine, Penang.

This is the fourth consecutive year that Mutiara Lions celebrated a festive occasion with children from the Shan Children's Home. In 2007, the Lions led by then President R. Ganeson celebrated Deepavali with the home in Butterworth; in 2008 President Emery Cheah led the Lions to celebrate Chinese New Year with the children and last year President Alan Cheah led the club in celebrating the Festival of Lights with the children in Mount Erskine.

The children saying prayers before partaking their meal.

The Children of the home were treated to a sumptuous Deepavali lunch and presented with Deepavali "red packets". Joining the Mutiara Lions in this simple lunch party was Region 1 Chairperson James Ong. Mutiara Lions present at the lunch were President Tina Tan, Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah and Lady Lucy, Zone 1 Chairperson Alan Cheah & son, DC May Cheah, Organising Chairperson DC R. Ganeson and family; PP Leong Weng Khuan & Lady; PP Emery Cheah; 2nd VP Monica Sio & family; and Lady MY and daughter Pearly.

Lions with the chidren of the home.

President Tina & PCC Allan Cheah presenting Deepavali "red packets" to the children.

The children of the hope reciprocated the visit of the Lions by singing them three songs and wishing them "HAPPY DEEPAVALI".

The Children singing for the Lions.

ROAR! New Lions in the Lions' den... WELCOME to a world of service.

2010-11-17T11:46:00.000+08:00

MUTIARA Lions last night (16 November 2010) welcomed two new members into their den in Lion Kiew Boon Leng a businessman who is also a former Leo and Lion Steven Yam a feng shui consultant during their November Social cum Induction party at the Vistana Hotel, Penang.

Their induction into the Lions fratenity was the result of the Club's membership drive started in September 2010. The next induction of new members into the Club is scheduled for January 2011.

Lion Kiew Boon Leng (Centre) and Lion Steven Yam (right) being inducted by PCC Allan Cheah (left).

In spite of the heavy downpour, the event was well supported by club members and Cabinet Officers and lions from Region 1 Clubs. Some fifty lions witnessed the induction of both Lion Kiew (sponsored by Charter President Danny Lim) and Lion Steven (sponsored by President Tina Tan) by Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah in the traditional solemn yet dignified induction ceremony.

Happy birthday Lady Lucy Chuah!

After the induction ceremony, the Lions celebrated the birthday of those born in the month of November . Amongst the birthday boys and girls was Lady Lucy Chuah (spouse of PCC Allan Cheah whose birthday fell on 16 November).

Mr. Samson presenting a feng shui talk...what is in store for us in 2011!

Those present at the function later listened attentively to what 2011 will have in store for us during a feng shui talk delivered by Mr. Samson of Destiny Code (Mags Sdn. Bhd.) a feng shui master.

Amongst the attendees at the function were 1st VDG Shawn Lee, Cabinet Secretary Lee Boon Hoe, Region 1 Chairperson James Ong, Zone 3 Chairperson Dato' Yeoh Moh Chai and Lions from the Lions Clubs of Bayan Baru, George Town, Georgetown City, Georgetown Central, Penang Metropolitan, Tanjung Penang and Lioness Club, Penang.

Lions at the function...

Free School Uniforms for school children.

2010-11-11T11:43:00.000+08:00

As the school year comes to a close, Mutiara Lions presented free school uniforms to school children to assist them for the coming school year in 2011.

The school children with Lions and Leos after the simple presentation ceremony.

Project Organising Chairperson, CP Danny Lim identified four schools and the Club presented free school uniforms to sixty students from SJK(C) Shang Wu, SK St. Xavier, SJK(T) Ramakrishna and SJK(C) Kong Min II. The Club also presented the uniforms to two children of the Club's adopted poor family.

The simple presentation ceremony was held today (11 November 2010) at the school hall of SJK(C) Shang Wu in Jalan Sek. La Salle, Air Itam, Penang. The school children accompanied by their school teachers were estatic to receive their new school uniforms which consisted of a shirt, a pair of pants and a pair of shoes for boys. Girls were presented with a blouse, and pinafore and a pair of shoes.

Present at the presentation ceremony were President Tina Tan, Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, Zone 1 Chairperson Alan Cheah, Charter President Danny Lim (OC), Past President Emery Cheah, Secretary Mark Labrooy and Lion Nehru Ayakanoo besides four Leos from the Alpha Leo Club of SMJK Chung Hwa Confucian and Imm. Past President Leo Kim of Leo Club George Town Mutiara.

OFFICIAL LAUNCHING OF LIONS GTM-PANTAI PENANG MEDICAL FUND

2010-11-03T13:47:00.001+08:00

Tuan Yang Terutama Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr.) Haji Abdul Rahman B. Haji Abbas, Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang was the Guest of Honour at the official launching of the Lions GTM-Pantai Penang Medical Fund held at the Pantai Hospital Penang on 02 November 2010. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial assistance to needy patients in need of expensive surgical procedures at the Pantai Hospital Penang. For this purpose, the hospital has pledged to offer the cheapest and lowest medical rates for these patients.

TYT Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr.) Haji Abdul Rahman B. Haji Abbas, Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang launching the fund with other V.I.Ps.

The Gods were kind to the Lions as the weather was cool without any rain throughout the launching ceremony although it was raining quite heavily earlier in the morning.

Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on 15 May 2010
(L - R: PCC Allan Cheah, President Alan Cheah, Dato' Dr. Godfrey Geh and Mr. Lai Yeu Kong)

The Lions GTM-Pantai Penang Medical Fund was planned about a year ago during the presidency of IPP Alan Cheah and a Memorandum of Understanding was inked during the Club's 22nd Charter Anniversary on 15 May 2010 at the Eastin Hotel, Penang. The MOU was signed by then Club President Alan Cheah and PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat representing the Club and Dato' Dr. Godrey Geh Sim Wah and Mr. Lai Yeu Kong representing Pantai Hospital, Penang witnessed by then LCI's International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati and District Governor Choong Kwei Loi. Amongst the first donors towards the fund was the then International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati who generously donated RM1,000.00 immediately after the MOU signing ceremony.

The Lions GTM-Pantai Penang Medical Fund Management Committee (L-R: ZC Alan Cheah (Fund Raising); Pres. Tina Tan; PP Joe Quah (Treasurer); PCC Allan Cheah (Investigation); PDG Dato Khoo (Chair); Mr. Lai Yeu Kong (Dy. Chair); Mr. Ganesh Rao (PR); Ms. Nicole Yong (Secretary) and Mr. Pan Wan Lek (Sponsorship)

The Official launching of the fund was the culmination of the hard work and efforts of the Fund's managment committee chaired by PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat. At the time of the launch, the Committee had succeeded in raising RM75,000.00 out of the targetted RM200,000.00 goal. A medical exposition featuring free medical and health checks by Pantai Hospital staff as well as display of health and medical products was held at the Hospital's Medical Mall in conjunction with the launching of the fund.

Numerous Lions dignitaries, Cabinet Officers and Lions, Lionesses and Leos turned up to witness the launch in support of the Lions Club of George Town Mutiara including District Governor Hudson Hah who delivered a speech representing the Lions during which he pledged a contribution of RM1,000.00 towards the fund.

The fund's management committee also presented to the audience the first beneficiaries of the fund who will undergo cataract surgery at the Hospital.

Arrival of TYT Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr.) Haji Abdul Rahman B, Haji Abbas at Pantai Hospital, Penang.

TYT Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang & VIPs on stage at the launching ceremony.

The audience at the launching ceremony...


Donors at the mock cheque presentation ceremony.


Donors at mock cheque presentation ceremony...continued


TYT Yang di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang at the medical exposition after the launching ceremony.

The STAR 03 November 2010

Lions GTM-Pantai Penang Medical Fund

2010-10-27T19:17:00.000+08:00

The Lions GTM-Pantai Penang Medical Fund committee held a press conference at the Pantai Hospital Penang to publicise and announce the official launching of the fund by H.E. The Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang on 02 November 2010 at the Hospital grounds.

Several programmes will be held concurrently with the launch. There will be free health screening activities by the hospital and several health stalls will be in place too. There will also be a "mock cheque" presentation by major donors to be witnessed by H.E. The Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang. The launching will be witnessed by District Governor Hudson Hah as well as the Chairman of Pantai Holdings Bhd.

One for the album

Members of the Fund committee ... missing is Mr. Pan (the photographer)

PDG Dato' Khoo addressing the press conference.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIONS

2010-10-27T11:23:00.000+08:00

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY"

Mutiara Lions celebrated the birthdays of IPP Alan Cheah (09 Oct) and PP R. Ganeson (19 Oct) at the conclusion of the Club's monthly meeting on 11 October 2010 at the Kompleks Masyarakat Penyayang, Penang. Mutiara Lions who celebrate their birthdays in the month of October also include PP Ann Khor (19 Oct) and PP Leong Weng Khuan (01 Oct).

"Happy Birthday IPP Alan & PP Ganeson"

Official visit by District Governor...

2010-10-27T10:25:00.000+08:00

District Governor Hudson Hah made his official visit to the club on 19 October 2010. Mutiara Lions led by President Tina Tan met DG Hudson at the Shanghai Dimsum house at Queensbay, Penang. Present at the visit were 1st VP (DC) May Cheah, 3rd VP Gertrude Soong, Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah and Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat (Club Advisor).

Accompanying DG Hudson during the visit was Region 1 Chairperson Ong Hong Sing.

Monthly visit to adopted poor family...

2010-10-21T11:11:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions led by President Tina Tan and project organising Chairperson PP Joe Quah paid their monthly visit to the family of Mr. Ravindran at the Weld Quay foreshore area to deliver much needed daily necessities to the family on 17 October 2010.

The family has been adopted by the Club for the past 4 years and members have been paying monthly visits to the family bringing much needed necessities for the family of five. Mr. Ravindran, jobless following a fall which disabled him and also caused him to lose his job has three school going children to support.

President Tina handing over Deepavali cash donations to Mr. Ravindran.

For this visit to the family, Lions also bring early Deepavali Cheer to the family as the Club and members have also contributed cash to enable the family to celebrate the upcoming "Festival of Lights". The Club also sponsors the school going children with annual free school uniforms.

Lions GTM-Pantai Penang Medical Fund

2010-10-13T20:02:00.000+08:00

On 15 May 2010, the Lions Club of George Town Mutiara signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Pantai Hospital, Penang to set up a joint medical fund to help needy patients who required expensive surgical procedures in the Hospital. The MoU was signed during the Club's 22nd Charter Anniversary Banquet and was witnessed by the then International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati and then District Governor Choong Kwei Loi at the Eastin Hotel, Penang.

Now, some five months after the historical signing of the MoU, the Lions GTM-Pantai Penang Medical Fund will be officially launched on 02 November 2010 by Tuan Yang Terutama, Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr) Haji Abdul Rahman B. Haji Abas, the Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang at the Pantai Hospital, Penang. The official launch of the medical fund will be witnessed by District Governor Hudson Hah at 9.00 a.m.

In conjunction with the launching of the fund, the hospital will be providing several free health screening activities including a blood donation campaign. There will be a mock cheque presentation from major donors to the fund. All donations in excess of RM1,000.00 are tax exempt. All Lions are invited to witness the launch of the medical fund whereat lunch will be served after the launching ceremony.

SIGHT FIRST Project

2010-09-25T09:17:00.000+08:00

Fifty students from the SRJK(C) Shang Wu and SK. St. Xaviers, Penang were the beneficiaries of the Club's Sight First Project organised by 3rd Vice President Gertrude Soong yesterday. This is the Club's first Sight First project this fiscal year and was ably organised by Lion Gertrude assisted by Lion Koay Poy Teik. The Lions with the assistance of the Headmasters and faculty members of both schools shortlisted fifty students from amongst the population of both schools to receive free spectacles donated by Juara Optics in Penang.

The students were then sent to Juara Optics to have their eyes examined and also to choose the spectacle frame of their choice at the shop.

Students choosing their frames...

Present to witness the project were President Tina Tan, Past District Governor Khoo Kay Huat and Secretary Mark Labrooy together with Lion Koay Poy Teik and Mr. Chuah Eng Keat (Headmaster of SK St. Xavier, Penang).

Eye examination...

The students pose for a photograph...

LIONS CLUB OF GEORGE TOWN MUTIARA RECOGNISED BY LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

2010-09-14T12:12:00.000+08:00

LCGTM's Suara Mutiara

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara was recognised internationally and received a Honorable Mention Certificate for her Newsletter in the Lions Clubs International Contest.

The results of the contest was announced during the 2010 Lions Clubs International Convention in Sydney, Australia. The hundreds of contest entries were judged by Lions Clubs International Board members based on quality and design. The results appeared on the Lions Online Convention and will appear in a future issue of Lion Magazine.

"We are extremely proud that our entry was chosen out of so many from around the world and that we can share this accomplishment with our fellow Lions and our community," said 3rd VP Gertrude Soong who incidentally is the Editor of the Club's SUARA MUTIARA.

The prize...

Region 1 LEOS Joint Installation, 2010

2010-09-07T09:33:00.000+08:00

Twelve LEO Clubs in Region 1 held a Joint Installation and Initiation ceremony on 5 September 2010 at the Chung Ling High School Hall in Jalan Air Itam, Penang. Twenty Five Alpha Leos the Leo Club of SMJK Sacred Heart in Balik Pulau, Penang together with their teacher advisor participated in this event.

Mutiara Lions attended this event in support of the Club's Alpha Leos were Zone 1 Chairperson Alan Cheah, District Chairperson May Cheah, President Tina Tan, 3rd VP Gertrude Soong and Alpha Leo Advisor Past President Anthony Goh.

Alpha Leos of SMJK Sacred Heart

With Omega Leos of George Town Mutiara

Region 1 & 3 Leadership/Key Officer's Seminar 2010

2010-09-02T10:19:00.000+08:00

In support of Region 1 activities, Mutiara Lions participated in the "Region 1 & 3 Leadership/Key Officer's Seminar, 2010" held on 31 August 2010 at the Tanjung Bungah Beach Hotel, Penang.

Our Club's key officers namely President Tina Tan, Secretary Mark Labrooy and 3rd VP Gertrude Soong together with PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat and DC R. Ganeson attended the half day seminar.

The Club's IPP (ZC) Alan Cheah was one of the four trainers who conducted the seminar. PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat generously donated door gifts to all the participants of the seminar.


Mutiara Lions at the seminar...

Our Club's principal officers.

ZC/DT Alan Cheah speaking on "eWMMR and eMAR submission to LCI"

REGION 1 Peace Poster Contest, 2010

2010-08-31T21:29:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions with the Club's winning entry.

The Club joined fifteen other Region 1clubs to jointly organise and participate in Region 1's Peace Poster Contest themed "Vision of Peace". The contest was held at the scenic New World Park, Jalan Burma, Penang on Sunday 29 August 2010.

Mutiara Lions who turned up to support the project and witness our local budding talents draw and paint to their hearts content on a bright, cheery and sunny Sunday morning were PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, ZC Alan Cheah, DC/1VP May Cheah, DC R. Ganeson, 2VP Lion Monica Sio, 3VP Lion Gertrude Soong and Project OC Charter President Danny Lim and Lady MY.


Mutiara Lions at the contest venue

Tea break...

PDG Dato' Khoo watching the young artists in earnest...

Food Fair in aid of SJK(C) Shang Wu, Penang

2010-08-30T10:00:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions at the Stall

Mutiara Lions participated in ntv7's Yuan Carnival to help raise funds for the Parent-Teachers Association of SJK(C) Shang Wu in Penang on Saturday 28 August 2010 at the school grounds in Jalan Sekolah La Salle, Air Itam, Penang.

The Club set up a stall selling satay, dragon ball biscuits and organic Soap in support of the school. Organising Chairperson of the project, 2nd VP Monica Sio and other members of the Club including PCC Allan Cheah, PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, ZC Alan Cheah, DC May Cheah, 3rd VP Gertrude Soong and PP R. Ganeson and his family helped out at the stall.

PCC Allan Cheah & PDG Dato' Khoo selling Dragon balls.

Headmaster of the school, Lion Koay Poy Teik a member of the Club was very appreciative of the Club's support at this event which managed to raise RM100,000.00 for the coffers of the school's PTA and thanked his fellow Lions for their efforts in support of the school.

The Club managed to contribute RM1,000.00 from its stall thanks to the selling and persuasive marketing skills of the Lions present on that day.

Mutiara Lions... ROAR! ROAR!! ROAR!!!

OC Lion Monica Sio, ZC Alan Cheah & Lion Gertrude setting up the stall

PDG Dato' Khoo selling Dragon balls... "very delicious and cheap"

PCC Allan Cheah selling satay..."sedapnya!!!, special offer - 10 sticks for RM8 Only"

Packing the satay... "hmmmmm delicious, mouth watering satay"

DC May and PP Ganeson discussing marketing strategy... "how to speed up the sales so that we can go home earlier!!"

In support of Sisterhood Alliance

2010-08-11T19:33:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions attended the 14th Installation of their sister club, the Lions Club of Kota Budaya (District 308 B1) in Kota Bharu, Kelantan recently. President Tina Tan, Charter President Danny Lim and Lady MY together with 3rd VP Lion Gertrude Soong journeyed by car from Penang to attend the function on 07 August 2010 held at the Renaissance Hotel in Kota Bharu.

Our Lions with PCC ST Yeoh, PDG Jason Kon & Kota Budaya Lions.

Honouring Past International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati

2010-08-03T12:15:00.000+08:00

Group photo with PID Ellis Suriyati.

Memento to PID Ellis by President Tina

Mutiara Lions participated in an appreciation dinner in honour of Past International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati organised by the Lions Club of George Town on 01 August 2010 at the Cititel Hotel, Penang. Together with some 150 lions and lionesses, our members paid tribute to PID Ellis who had during her two year tenure as International Director from 2008-2010 actively support our Club's activities. PID Ellis graced our Club's Chinese New Year Gathering with the Elders, Orphans and Handicapped in February 2010 as Guest of Honour and made a generous cash contribution towards the project besides distributing soft toys to the children invitees. She also graced our Club's 22nd Charter Anniversary on 15 May 2010 whereat she contributed generously to the Lions GTM-Pantai Penang Medical Fund.


Mutiara Lions

Mutiara Lions who attended the appreciation dinner were President Tina Tan, Z1C (IPP) Alan Cheah, Secretary Mark Labrooy, DC (PP) May Cheah, PP Lily Teoh, DC (PP) R. Ganeson, PP Emery Cheah and PP Ooi Bi Bi.

George Town Mutiara's Cabinet Officers FY 2010-2011

2010-07-28T11:37:00.000+08:00

In conjunction with the Inauguration of District Governor Hudson Hah, District 308 B2's cabinet officers were duly recognised and installed by District Governor Hudson. The cabinet officers were then presented their letters of appointment by H.R.H. the Raja Di Hilir of Perak Darul Ridzuan, Raja Jaafar ibni Raja Muda Musa on 17 July 2010 at the Ballroom of the Syuen Hotel in Ipoh, Perak.

Mutiara lions appointed to the District Cabinet for FY 2010-2011 were:

IPP Alan Cheah as Zone 1 Chairperson + Alert Team/Local Council; PP R. Ganeson as District Chairperson (Awards); and Past President May Cheah as District Chairperson (Women's Membership Development and Lioness).

The Club congratulates these Lions on their appointment to the District Cabinet for FY 2010-2011.

PP Emery Cheah was appointed to assist the District Cabinet Secretary in the District Secretariat.

The District Cabinet held its inaugural meeting on 18 July 2010 at the Syuen Hotel, Ipoh. All Cabinet Officers from the Club attended this meeting.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PP JOE QUAH

2010-07-26T11:59:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions joined in the 70th birthday celebrations of one of her Charter Members - Past President Joe Quah Bah Aik at the Vistana Hotel, Penang on Saturday, 24 July 2010.

Present at the birthday party hosted by PP Joe Quah & Lady Ivy and their family were Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah & Lady Lucy, President Tina Tan, IPP Alan Cheah & Lady Esther, CP Danny Lim & Lady MY, PP R. Sethupandian & Lady, Lion Mark Labrooy, Lion Monica Sio & Freddy, PP Ann Khor, PP May Cheah, PP Anthony Goh, PP Emery Cheah, PP Leong Weng Khuan & Lady, Lion Gertrude Soong and PP Lim Hock Gee

INSTALLATION OF CLUB PRESIDENT & BOD 2010-2011

2010-07-24T08:47:00.000+08:00

Region 1 Lions witnessed the installation of thirteen Clubs Presidents and their Boards of Directors at a glittering ceremony graced by Tuan Yang Terutama, Yang di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr.) Haji Abdul Rahman B. Haji Abbas and his consort Toh Puan Dato' Seri Utama Hajah Majimor Bt. Shariff, the Hon'ble Tuan Phee Boon Poh representing the Rt. Hon'ble Chief Minister of Penang and numerous lions dignitaries at the G-Hotel, Penang on 20 July 2010.

Before the start of the event, the Lions celebrated the 72nd Birthday of TYT Tuan with a splendid cake and dedicating a birthday song to him.District Governor Hudson Hah was the installing officer that evening whilst TYT Yang di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang garlanded the newly installed Clubs Presidents with their chain of office.

The event was witnessed by three hundred lions and friends from Clubs as far south as Kuala Lumpur (LC Subang Jaya) and included lions luminares in the persona of Past International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati (LC Kuching Ixora, Kuching, Sarawak); Past Council Chairpersons Allan Cheah, Patrick Chew, Hong Khay Chai and Jeffrey Quah besides Past District Governors Khoo Koon Wah and Philip Ooi In Hee. Also present were 1st Vice District Governor Shawn Lee and 2nd Vice District Governor Tan Swee Kok and numerous cabinet officers.

Our Club's President Tina Tan led the Club's Board of Directors in this elaborately planned and well executed event.

The newly installed Presidents and Boards of Directors then took a group photograph with the VIPs of the evening after the installation ceremony.

WELCOMING DISTRICT GOVERNOR...

2010-07-10T21:07:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions joined other Lions from Region 1 to welcome District Governor Hudson Hah and Lady Nelly home from the recent LCI's International Conventiuon in Sydney on 03 July 2010 where DG Hudson was installed as District Governor by International President Sid L. Scruggs III.

President Tina led the Club's lions to the Penang International Airport to receive the District Governor and thereafter to high tea at the Shangai Ding Tim Sum Restaurant Bayan Bay. Lions who were at the airport were IPP (ZC) Alan Cheah; PP Emery Cheah; PP (DC) R. Ganeson and Lion Gertrude Soong.

AUDIO VISUAL LANGUAGE LABORATORY AT SJK(C) KONG MIN CAW. 2 OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED

2010-07-02T10:02:00.000+08:00

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara successfully launched its 22nd Charter Anniversary Education Project - the setting up of a Audio Visual Language Laboratory - on 28 June 2010 at the SJK(C) Kong Min Caw. 2 in Paya Terubong.

The Language Laboratory was officially launched by President Alan Cheah witnessed by the Chairman of the school's Board of Directors, Chairman of the school's Parent-Teacher Association, Headmaster and teachers of the school, Lions, parents and pupils of the school.

The Audio Visual Language Laboratory - the first of its kind for a Primary School in Penang - will benefit the 1200 pupils of the school in enhancing their language learning skills.

The laboratory combines audio visual and interactive teaching aids to enhance the mastery of languages for the pupils of the school.

WELL DONE GEORGE TOWN MUTIARA!

2010-07-01T12:25:00.000+08:00

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara added another feather to its cap when it's monthly Club Bulletin won "Honourable Mention" in LCI's International Bulletin Contest for FY 2010-2011.

The results were announced recently at the on-going LCI International Convention in Sydney. LCI offers only five prizes for this contest and our entry was successful in winning one of them.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LION TINA TAN!

2010-06-29T11:15:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions celebrated the birthday of Incoming President Lion Tina Tan during a celebratory dinner at the Hainanese Delights Restaurant at Hotel 1926 recently.

Lion Tina celebrated her birthday on 08 June 2010 and the club members threw her a belated birthday bash.

CHANGING OF THE GUARDS!

2010-06-22T12:19:00.000+08:00

President Elect Tina Tan chaired her pre-board meeting at the Clubhouse on 21 June 2009 where she outlined her plans and vision for the coming fiscal year 2010-2011.

At the conclusion of the meeting, President Alan Cheah symbolically handed over the office of the President to President-Elect Tina Tan with a simple passing over of the gavel.The simple ceremony was witnessed by other members of the Board of Directors for FY 2010-2011.

MUTIARA LIONS TO SET UP LANGUAGE LABORATORY

2010-06-17T11:10:00.000+08:00

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara will set up a Language Laboratory at the SJK(C) Kong Min Cawangan 2 at Paya Terubong. The purpose of the Language Laboratory will enable the school to comply with the Ministry of Education's Transformation Programme whereby there will be a change in language teaching and learning. The laboratory will facilitate and enhance teaching and learning processes in the near future and will benefit the school's 1,100 students.

During the Club's 22nd Charter Anniversary Celebrations on 15 May 2010, Club President Alan Cheah presented a mock cheque to the school's Headmaster Mr. Tan Jooi Kok. The presentation was witnessed by LCI's International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati, District Governor Choong Kwei Loi, Past Council Chairpersons Patrick Chew and Allan Cheah and the school's PTA Chairman. The laboratory is expected to be officially launched during the third week of June.

HAPPY 22nd CHARTER ANNIVERSARY...

2010-06-13T10:46:00.000+08:00

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara officially celebrated her 22nd Charter Anniversary in style on 15 May 2010 at the Eastin Ballroom, Eastin Hotel, Penang with an elaborate but simple dinner function.

Guest of Honour was District 308B2's District Governor Choong Kwei Loi with LCI's International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati and Pantai Hospital Penang's Director Dato' Dr. Godrey Geh and CEO Mr. Lai Yeu Kong as special Guests. Also in attendance were Past Council Chairperson Patrick Chew, Immediate Past District Governor Kenneth Saw & Lady Girlie, 2nd Vice District Governor Shawn Lee, Past District Governor Jason Kon from District 308B1, Past District Governor Woon Fong Piew and Past District Governor Philip Ooi.

The main highlights of the evening was the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding with Pantai Hospital Penang for the setting up of a joint medical fund to help needy medical patients and a mock cheque presentation to the SJK(C) Kong Min Caw. II to set up a language laboratory for the school.

The usual highlights of any lions anniversary celebrations was the presentation of awards to lions who have supported and served the Club during the fiscal year. Top awards went to PCC Allan Cheah who was awarded the President's Distinguished Service Award whilst the Lion of the Year award went to Charter President Danny Lim.

Lions from other districts were also present to support the function, notably members from the Lions Club of Kota Budaya led by President Khor Teck Tun, Lions Club of Kuala Lumpur City led by President Stella Foo, Lions Club of Kuala Lumpur Capital led by President Aishah Ismail (all from District 308 B1), Lions Club of Petaling Metro led by Past President Shirley Koh and Lions Club of Petaling Jaya Mutiara.

New GTM Medical Fund to help the needy.

2010-06-12T11:20:00.000+08:00

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara (LCGTM) in smart partnership with Pantai Hospital Penang (PHP) inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 15 June 2010 to set up a joint GTM/PHP medical fund called the "Lions GTM Pantai Penang Medical Fund". All contributions to the fund of RM1,000.00 and above are "tax-exempt". The initial target is to raise RM200,000.00 to enable the fund to substantially help the poor and needy medical patients of our community.

The purpose of this fund is to assist the needy of our community to obtain expensive medical treatment at the hospital. Both parties have initially contributed RM10,000.00 each for the fund. Medical procedures like cataract surgery, cardiac surgery, neuro surgery and other expensive medical procedures except gynaelogical and sinus washouts will be considered. All applications will however be decided on a case by case basis.

The Lions GTM Pantai Penang Medical Fund committee is chaired by PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat with PCC Allan Cheah, PP Quah Bah Aik and President Alan Cheah representing the Club and Mr. Lai Yeu Kong (CEO), Mr. Pan Wen Lek, Mr. Ganesh Rao and Mr. Raymond representing Pantai Hospital Penang.

The signing of the milestone MoU was witnessed by LCI's International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati and District 308B2 District Governor Choong Kwei Loi. International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati donated RM1,000.00 to the fund after the signing ceremony whilst the sister club of LCGTM, the Lions Club of Kota Budaya donated RM500.00.

WELCOME... Lion Koay Poy Teik

2010-06-10T11:48:00.000+08:00

The membership of the Club welcomes to its fold a new lion in LION KOAY POY TEIK. Lion Koay was officially inducted by District Governor Choong Kwei Loi on 15 May 2010 in the presence of Club members and numerous Lions dignitaries including LCI's International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati who later presented Lion Koay with an International President's Pin. A full time civil servant, Lion Koay is the headmaster of SJKC Shang Wu in Penang and is a man of many talents beinbg actively involved in chinese cultural dancing activities. Lion Koay is married to Lady Tan Ai Choo who is also a teacher.

The PEARL SHINES!!!

2010-05-03T17:18:00.000+08:00

The 48th Multiple District Convention concluded successfully in Singapore yesterday when MD Council Chairperson Simon Koh adjourned the meeting at around 12.15 p.m. at the Sun Tec Convention Centre.

The 12th District 308 B2 Convention held concurrently with the MD Convention was also a fruitful one for the delegates. The delegates unanimously voted in favour of and passed the resolution for bifurcation and redistricting but unfortunately, our counterparts in District 308 B1 failed to pass their motion as they failed to achieve a 2/3 majority.

Members of the Club who attended the convention were President Alan Cheah, Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, Immediate Past President Emery Cheah, President-Elect Tina Tan and Secretary-Elect Mark Labrooy. Past President R. Ganeson dropped by to pay a visit to the club members attending the convention. The members were treated to great hospitality on the part of our sister club, the Lions Club of Fort Canning. The Singapore Lions took every opportunity available to look after the Mutiara lions during their short stay in Singapore.

The PEARL SHINES... the Club and her members were conferred the following awards at the District's fellowship night held on 30 April 2010 by District Governor Choong Kwei Loi:

Top Club Award; Top President Award; Top Secretary Award; Top Treasurer Award; Top District Chairperson Award (President Alan Cheah); Top District Chairperson Award (PP Teng Eng Teik), Top Region Committee Chairperson Award (Lion Tina Tan); Top Bulletin Award, Top Project Award; District Governor's Appreciation Award (PP Teng Eng Teik) and District Governor's Special Award (Lion Gertrude Soong).

Immediate Past President Emery Cheah was conferred the International President's Excellent President Award for FY 2008-2009.

Well done GT Mutiara Lions... ROAR!

48th Multiple District 308 Convention, Singapore

2010-04-29T18:55:00.000+08:00

The 48th Multiple District 308 Convention starts today (29 April 2010) at the Suntec Convention Centre in Singapore.

Most of the delegates will be arriving in Singapore by tomorrow (30 April 2010). Penang's delegates will be on board Air Asia and Jet Star's morning flight into Singapore too. GT Mutiara Lions comprising President Alan Cheah, PCC Allan Cheah, PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, 2VP Tina Tan, IPP Emery Cheah and Lion Mark Labrooy will among the lions departing on 30 April 2010.

Building Bridges...

2010-04-25T17:05:00.000+08:00

The Leos of George Town Mutiara embarked on yet another meaningful project this morning when they undertook to spruce up and maintain a major pedestrian overhead bridge in Penang. The pedestrian overhead bridge in the heart of the city spans three major roads - Penang Road, Burmah Road and Lim Chwee Leong Road - and is the largest pedestrian overhead bridge in Penang.

The Leos together with their fellow leos from Clubs as far away as Kuching and Ipoh washed the walls of the bridge and polished the stainless steel posts and railings. Together with the Guest of Honour, the Hon'ble Tuan Ng Wei Aik (State Assemblyman for Komtar), 2nd Vice District Governor Shawn Lee, GT Mutiara Lion President /District Chairperson (Bulletin/E-Bulletin) Alan Cheah, Region 1 Chairperson Lee Boon Hoe, District Chairperson (Leos) Alan Thoo, District Chairperson (Campus Clubs) Ong Lai Peng and District Chairperson (Sp. Projects) May Chin, they not only cleaned up the pedestrian bridge but also planted 16 plants at the traffic island on the base of the bridge.This is a long term project as the Leos will return in two months time to re-paint the bridge and carry out other maintenance works like changing out the damaged and non-functioning light fittings etc of the covered pedestrian bridge.

Other GT Mutiara Lions present at this project were Sec-Elect Mark Labrooy and 3VP-Elect Gertrude Soong.

Well done LEOS! ROAR!

Walk For Sight Project

2010-04-17T09:11:00.000+08:00

GT Mutiara Lions actively supported and participated in the recently concluded "Walk For Sight" project organised by the Lions Club of George Town Perdana on 11 April 2010.

Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat and Past President Teng Eng Teik were among the notable lions at the project of which the St. Nicholas Home was the main beneficiary. The Lions were accompanied by the Alpha Leos from SMJK Sacred Heart, Balik Pulau together with their teacher advisor Puan Ling Yin Yin and Omega Leos from Leo Club of George Town Mutiara.

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY" GEORGE TOWN MUTIARA!!!

2010-04-12T09:36:00.000+08:00

GEORGE TOWN MUTIARA LIONS celebrated the 22nd Birthday of the Club and her members born in April with a potluck fellowship party at the residence of Charter President Danny Lim on 11 April 2010.

The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara was chartered on 13 April 1988 and since then has grown from strength to strength even though the the membership of the Club has been maintained at a steady 29 for the past few years. The Club has been recognised by Lions Club International for its membership retention and has been awarded numerous "Membership Retention Banner patches".

In its 22 year history, the club has produced two District Governors (one of whom became the Multiple District 308 Council Chairperson) in Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah and Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat. Members of the Club have served the district cabinet in various capacities from Regional Committee Chairpersons to Cabinet Secretary.

This year's birthday celebrations was attended by former Charter members of the club in Maggie Khoo (past club Secretary) and Johnny Khor. We hope that they will find the time to rejoin the Club soon. "HAPPY BIRTHDAY" GEORGE TOWN MUTIARA!

Alpha Leo's CLD Orientation and Examination.

2010-04-10T19:19:00.000+08:00

The Alpha Leos of SMJK Sacred Heart organised a CLD (Continous Leo Development) Orientation and Examination for their members at their school in Balik Pulau Pinang. The Orientation was conducted by Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah ably assisted by Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat and Leo Advisor Past President May Cheah.

Also present was Club President Alan Cheah and President-Elect Tina Tan.

Sixteen Leos in forms participated in the Orientation and Examination and thereafter actively participated in a dialogue session with the Lions present.

22nd Birthday Celebrations

2010-04-05T19:33:00.000+08:00

Lions Club of George Town Mutiara will be twenty two (22) years old on 13 April 2010. To commemorate this historic day, members will be having a social on 11 April 2010 (Sunday) from 7.00 p.m.

This social will be organised by Charter President Danny Lim and his lovely lady MY and is fittingly held at their residence. The social and fellowship gathering is a "potluck dinner" and members and their families will be showcasing their culinary skills.

The last time a function of this nature was held was in 2007 during the term of Past President R. Ganeson. It was a fun party then and will definitely be another fun party again as Mutiara Lions love to fratenise and socialise.

Attendees are in for a feast as there will many choices of good delicious yummy food and drinks.

Registration of twenty seven adopted Poor Families.

2010-03-27T13:45:00.000+08:00

27 March 2010 ... Mutiara Lions in co-operation with the MyKasih Foundation conducted an orientation and poor family registration programme for twenty seven (27) adopted poor families at the St. Xavier's Institution in Penang.The families were recommended by the school's welfare committee, screened by our Poor Family & Medical Support committee under the leadership of PP Quah Bah Aik and recommended by our Club to MyKasih Foundation for adoption over a one year period. The adopted families are entitled to claim RM100.00 worth of daily food necessities to feed their family members per month. The daily food necessities comprise of rice, milk, milk powder, cooking oil and other essentials. Each family will be sponsored for a period of one calender year. Besides sponsoring the poor families daily food necessities, the poor family adoption programme will see MyKasih Foundation staff conducting seminars and financial programmes to help improve the lives and financial situation of these families over a one year period.

Present at the registration exercise were President Alan Cheah, PCC Allan Cheah, PP Quah Bah Aik, Lion Tina Tan, Lion Monica Sio and Lion Gertrude Soong whilst Mr. Sukhbindar Singh and Mr. Kevyn Gomes from MyKasih Foundation and Mr. Sim Hock Keat, Sr. Assistant (Student Affairs) and Puan Doreen from the school.

Crime Prevention Campaign 2010

2010-03-26T10:38:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions joined other Lions from Region 1 to participate in the District's Crime Prevention Campaign 2010 held at the Penang Times Square on 21 March 2010. The event was jointly organised by Region One Lions together with the Penang State Government, the Royal Malaysian Police and the Malaysian Crime Prevention Foundation (Penang branch).

Guest of Honour was our very own T.Y.T. Yang Di Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang Tun Dato' Seri Utama (Dr.) Haji Abdul Rahman b. Haji Abbas. District Governor Choong Kwei Loi, YB Chow Hon Yeow, Penang State Executive Councillor and Penang Chief Police Officer DCP Dato' Wira Ayub were amongst the dignitaries present at the project.

The project showcased a static display by the Police, a K-9 exhibition by the Police Canine Unit and also a "snatch theft" display.

Mutiara Lions present were Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat and 2nd Vice President Tina Tan.

13th Charter Anniversary of our Sister Club - Lions Club of Kota Budaya

2010-03-22T11:28:00.000+08:00

President Alan Cheah led our club members on an overland trip to Kelantan to join our sister Club - the Lions Club of Kota Budaya - in their 13th Charter Anniversary Celebrations on 20 March 2010. The Club was represented by Secretary Martin Chong, Charter President Danny Lim and Lion Gertrude Soong.

Whilst in Kota Bharu, the members joined in LC Kota Budaya's Anniversary Project - upgrading a playground for the Kota Bharu Pusat Harian Kanak- Kanak Sepastik (Kota Bharu Spastics Children Day Care Centre) and planted a tree in the compound of the centre witnessed by Lions Clubs International's International Director, Hajjah Ellis Suriyati.

In the evening our members participarted in the Clubs Anniversary cum fund raising dinner in aid of their dialysis centre. Our club contributed RM500.00 towards this charity dinner. Guest of Honour at the dinner was International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati.

48th Multiple District 308 Convention, Singapore

2010-03-19T09:53:00.000+08:00

The time has come for Lions to gather, make new friends, renew old acquaintances, do some shopping, inter mingle but most importantly (for voting delegates) to attend the Convention and vote on the issues at hand. This year the important issue to be voted on is the proposed Bifurcation and redistricting of District 308 B1 and 308 B2 besides the election of a new 2nd Vice District Governor for the coming fiscal year.

The 48th MD 308 Convention will be held at Suntec City in Singapore from 29 April to 02 May 2010 and will be the most expensive one yet for Malaysian Lions. Early bird registration is S$220 (RM545) and by April will rise to S$260 (RM645).

To date Mutiara Lions attending the Convention are President Alan Cheah, PCC Allan Cheah, PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, IPP Emery Cheah, Pres-Elect Tina Tan and Sec-Elect Mark Labrooy. The Club's Board of Directors have appointed President Alan, IPP Emery and Pres-Elect as the Club's voting delegates with Sec-Elect Mark Labrooy as an alternate delegate. Both the Pres-Elect and Sec-Elect are required to attend the schools for Key officers conducted at the convention.

22nd Charter Anniversary Celebrations

2010-03-14T14:03:00.000+08:00

The Club will be celebrating 22 years of active humanitarian service to our Community with a comprehensive programme in May 2010. The Celebrations will culminate in a Banquet to be held at the Eastin Ballroom, Eastin Hotel, Penang. All sister Clubs have been invited to attend this year's celebrations.

The Organising Committee under the able leadership and guidance of Past President May Cheah have decided that the theme for this year's celebrations will be "SUPER 22nd Charter Anniversary Celebrations" ... the acronym "SUPER" meaning "Staying United, Proving Everyone Right".
The banquet will be a "party" with minimal Lion's protocol to be enjoyed and remembered by one and all.

Election results...

2010-03-11T09:01:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions have decided and elections are over!

The club membership have elected their new leaders for the next fiscal year. The election meeting was held at the Traders Hotel on 08 March 2010.

The incoming team has a great blend of "new and old" members and we look towards another fruitful and successful year of humanitarian service to our community.

ROAR!

Happy Birthday PCC Allan Cheah & PP Anthony Goh

2010-03-10T13:03:00.000+08:00

Mutiara Lions celebrated the birthdays of Past Council Chairperson Allan Cheah and Past President Anthony Goh after the conclusion of Club meetings at the Traders Hotel, Penang on Monday, 8 March 2010. Both PCC Allan and PP Anthony together with Past President Teng Eng Teik celebrate their birthdays in March. PP Teng is currently in Kaoshiong, Taiwan attending LCI's Faculty Development Institute.

WELL DONE MUTIARA LIONS!

2010-03-03T10:00:00.000+08:00

CONGRATULATIONS to all Mutiara Lions!

The recently concluded Chinese New Year Charity Dinner & Dance with the Elders, Underprivileged Children and Handicapped held on 23 February 2010 at the Han Chiang High School Hall was an astounding success. All 720 attendees including 262 distinguished invitees went home with happy hearts and smiling faces, a testimony of the enjoyable time they had with us. Lions dignitaries were elated at the magnitude and excellent quality of events planned for the evening to entertain all who were present.

In a departure from the norm, lions protocol was kept to a minimum (so as not to bore the non Lion patrons) and the evening was one of non stop entertainment from the word go. Non stop singing performances on stage coupled with dance demonstrations on the dance floor was the order of the evening.

The eight course sit-down dinner, blended well with the official and entertainment programme and this kept everyone happy and occupied. As one lion dignitary mentioned to our President ... "there was not a moment of dull time, it was action all the way". Yet another mentioned ... "this is the best lions function I have ever attended".

The post mortem meeting of the organising committee was held last night and the result was ... the surplus was in excess of RM8,000.00.

Well done Mutiara Lions, yet again we set the standards and the Pearl shines ever bright. ROAR!

Election Meeting

2010-03-03T09:40:00.000+08:00

The time has come for Mutiara Lions to elect leaders for the next fiscal term 2010-2011.

The election meeting is scheduled on 08 March 2010 (to be held after the Club's 9th Board of Director's and Business Meetings) at the Langkawi Room, 3rd Floor Traders Hotel, Jalan Magazine, Penang. Members are required to elect the incoming President, 3 Vice Presidents, Secretary, Treasurer, Twister, Tamer and 3 two year directors. The positions of the Immediate Past President and 3 One year directors are not up for election as the posts are automatically filled (unless there are changes).

Congratulations President!

2010-02-26T10:03:00.000+08:00

Heartiest Congratulations to President Alan Cheah on being awarded the International President's Certificate of Appreciation (Gingko Award) by Lions Clubs International, International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati. The award was presented during the Club's Chinese New Year Charity Dinner and Dance with the Elders, Underprivileged Children and Handicapped on 23 February 2010 where 262 distinguished invitees from various homes, orphanages and institutions were treated to a sumptous dinner, presented "ang pows" and goody bags and an evening of entertainment.

The award was conferred on our Club President "In recognition of Distinguished Achievements in Fulfilling the Service Mission of Lions Clubs".
Present at the event were District Governor Choong Kwei Loi, Immediate Past District Governor Kenneth Saw & Lady Girlie Saw, 1st Vice District Governor Hudson Hah, 2nd Vice District Governor Shawn Lee, Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat and several Cabinet Officers.

SUARA MUTIARA

2010-02-18T10:37:00.000+08:00

The Club's seventh consecutive issue of its Bulletin - SUARA MUTIARA - is out (after some undue delay). Members can view the 7th publication on this website (just below the daily calendar on the left) or on B2's District website. Happy reading!

GONG XI FA CAI

2010-02-14T09:38:00.000+08:00

GONG XI! GONG XI! "GONG XI FA CAI"

KEONG HEE! KEONG HEE! "KEONG HEE HUAT CHAI"

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR TO ALL MUTIARA LIONS.

MAY THE YEAR OF THE TIGER BRING TO ALL OF YOU AN ABUNDANCE OF GOOD LUCK, GREAT WEALTH, GREAT HEALTH, PEACE, PROSPERITY, JOY AND HAPPINESS.

Nominated Board of Directors for Fiscal Year 2010-2011

2010-02-09T10:53:00.000+08:00

President's Chinese New Year Open House

2010-02-08T15:15:00.000+08:00

Dear Mutiara Lions,

President Alan Cheah and family cordially invite all Mutiara Lions to their Chinese New Year Open house as below:

Date: 16 February 2010 (Tuesday)
(corresponding to the 3rd day of the Lunar New Year)

Time: From 7.30 p.m.

CHINESE NEW YEAR PROJECT - 23 FEBRUARY 2010

2010-02-07T09:36:00.000+08:00

Our Chinese New Year Charity Dinner and Dance for the Elders, Underprivileged Children and Handicapped has received tremendous support. Current participation is at 75 tables including 262 invitees. The Guest of Honour for the evening is LCI's International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati (all the way from Kuching). Other Lions dignitaries attending are Immediate Past District Governor Kenneth Saw & Lady Girlie Saw, 2nd Vice District Governor Shawn Lee and Past District Governor Dato' Khoo Kay Huat & Datin Loo Kuai Hong and several Cabinet Officers in the region.

A full programme has been planned out by the Organising Committee led by 2nd VP Lion Tina Tan and the evening promises to be one full of entertainment for one and all. There will be singing presentations, Choir singing and dance exhibition by dance competition champions.

Mutiara Lions are advised that the dress code for this evening will be traditional chinese wear (RED) with Club Vest.

"HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR" & "GONG XI FA CAI" 2010

2010-02-05T09:47:00.000+08:00

Compliments of the season & "GONG XI FA CAI".

On the dawn of the Lunar New Year heralding the arrival of the "Metal Tiger" year 2010, my family & I would like to take this opportunity to wish all Mutiara Lions, Lions Dignitaries, Fellow Cabinet Officers, Fellow Lions, Leos, Lionesses and friends of Lions ... A VERY "HAPPY NEW YEAR & GONG XI FA CAI".

May the Year of the TIGER bring to you and your loved ones, an abundance of Wealth, Good Health, Prosperity, Joy & Happiness and Success in all your endeavours.

Thank you.

Lion Alan Cheah

President

Lions Club of George Town Mutiara.

FaceBook

2010-01-28T10:43:00.000+08:00

Lions Club of George Town Mutiara is on FaceBook. The Club has just placed itself on Facebook to better connect with Lions and friends currently using Facebook. Click on the "group" icon and search for "Lions Club of George Town Mutiara". To date, the group has attrached 38 members from Lions and friends using Facebook. Mutiara Lions are encouraged to join the group as soon as possible.

Haiti Earthquake Relief

2010-01-23T18:28:00.000+08:00

District 308 B2 has launched an initiative to assist the peoples of Haiti. A Charity Fund Raising dinner will be held on 02 April 2010 (Friday) at the Restoran Hee Lai Ton (SK) at 7.00 p.m. The 100 table dinner is wholly sponsored by Restoran Hee Lai Ton and all proceeds from this dinner will be channelled to the Haiti Earthquake Relief. The target is to raise RM100,000.00 to help the Haitian people in their time of need. Cost of the dinner is RM100.00 per person or RM1,000.00 per table. Lions interested to support or participate in this dinner, kindly contact the Club President.

Nomination of Club Officers for FY 2010-2011

2010-01-20T09:40:00.000+08:00

Nomination Forms have been issued and circulated to all members by the Club's Nomination Chairperson. Closing date for submission is on 05 February 2010. Club's nomination meeting will be held on 08 February 2010 after the Club's Business meeting at the Kompleks Masyarakat Penyayang, Penang.

Lions are requested to send their nomination forms to the residence of the nomination chairperson using their own envelopes.

CHINESE NEW YEAR PROJECT - 23 FEBRUARY 2010

2010-01-15T09:55:00.000+08:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LION GERTRUDE SOONG

2010-01-12T12:28:00.000+08:00

MANY HAPPY RETURNS and HAPPY BIRTHDAY Lion Gertrude and PP Tan Ewe Chuan.

Club members celebrated the birthday of Lion Gertrude after the 7th Business Meeting held on 11 January 2010. Lion Gertrude's birthday is on 13 January 2010 whilst PP Tan's is on 30 January. Unfortunately PP Tan could not join in the celebrations due to prior commitments.

Changing of the Guard!

2010-01-10T11:23:00.000+08:00

Fellow Lions,

It's that time of the year ...

As the current fiscal year (2009-2010) approches its 3/4 mark, the Changing of the Guards is upon us. Nomination of Club Officers for the next fiscal year will be held on 08 February 2010. Our Club's nominating officer is IPP Emery Cheah and she will be sending out the nomination forms to all members of the Club soon. All members are encouraged to exercise their democratic right to choose the Club's leadership for the next term. Positions available are for Club President, Club Secretary, Club Treasurer, 1st Vice President, 2nd Vice President, 3rd Vice President, Tail Twister, Club Tamer and three 2 year Directors. The IPP and three 1 year Directors are automatic (current President becomes the IPP and current 2 year Directors become 1 year Directors).

So Mutiara Lions, when the time comes, please choose wisely to ensure that the PEARL continues to shine ever brightly in the District.

LCGTM's CHARITY COUNTDOWN...30 December 2009

2010-01-08T11:15:00.000+08:00

The pictures say everything...

Region 1 Lions Idol singing Competition 2010

2010-01-03T11:37:00.000+08:00

Our Club will be represented by 4 singers in the coming Region 1 Lions Idol Singing competition to be held on 10 January 2010. Our crooners are 2VP Lion Tina Tan, PP Teng Eng Teik, PP Ooi Bi Bi and Lion Lim Bee Tin. The competition will be held at the Multi Purpose Hall of the Penang Swimming Club in Tanjung Bungah, Penang. Guest of Honour is LCI's International Director Hajjah Ellis Suriyati.

Mutiara Lions, lets join the party and root for our Lions. Cost of the dinner is only RM50.00 p.pax. So contact OC for this event - Lion Tina Tan and confirm your attendance to support our singers.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2010-01-01T19:13:00.000+08:00

2010 IS UPON US ...

Mutiara Lions ushered in the new year with a great Charity Countdown Party at the Eastin Hotel, Penang. With strong support from members, Lions, Leos, Friends of Lions and many other supporters, the event was one of the many success stories of the club. 320 people filled the Eastin Ballroom to capacity and partied right up to 2.00 a.m.

It was a party which was graced by the Hon'ble Prof. Dr. P Ramasamy, Penang's Deputy Chief Minister II who pledged RM2,000.00 in support of the Club's project funds. The evening's festivities kicked off with the Club President's address followed by a speech by Y.B. Dr. Ramasamy. Food was served immediately after that and the party was on!

DJ Mohan had the party goers in the right mood with the right choice of music - cha cha, twist, rock and roll, samba, the lambada, waltz and many more. Games introduced by PP May Cheah including ice breakers brought the dance floor to life throughout the entire evening.

Our congratulations to PP Ganeson and his super hardworking team for a fantastic job in organising this party. Lions from as far south as Petaling Jaya, Kuala Lumpur and Ipoh attended this party in support of the Club and its humanitarian projects. The raffle draw was another success with some 400 tickets sold to the attendees.
WELL DONE MUTIARA LIONS ... ROAR!

President's New Year message...

2009-12-30T11:20:00.000+08:00

Dear Fellow Lions,

As we bid adieu to 2009, we reflect upon our accomplishments these past six months. Our Club continues to shine in the Region and District mainly through the strong support of all Mutiara Lions. To date we have accomplished what we had planned to carry out at the onset of our term. Time flies, and soon we will be electing new club officers for the new fiscal term (2010-2011) as we wind down our current term. Tomorrow will witness our last project for 2009, our Charity Countdown Party at Eastin Hotel, Penang.

The Club's activities will however still continue as we have planned a Chinese New Year gathering for the Elders, Underprivileged Children and Disabled in February 2010 and also our Club's 22nd Charter Anniversary Celebrations in May 2010. In 2010, we will also (once approved by the BOD) participate in a poor family programme by MyKasih Foundation and AmBank Malaysia. The programme called "Love my neighbourhood" will require us to identify and recommend poor families to the foundation so that they can be adopted and receive monthly food aid.

Mutiara Lions, kindly allow me to extend to you the warm wishes of me and my family for a very "HAPPY and PROSPEROUS 2010" to you and your loved ones and may the new year usher in greater luck and fortune to one and all.

GOD BLESS,

Lion Alan Cheah

President

Lions Club of George Town Mutiara