Lions Join YMCA 

Shoeboxes, rubber bands, toothpaste, mittens, flannels, yo-yo's, sweets, pencils, rubbers, teddy bears.

A rather strange shopping list?

No – the above were just some of the many items needed for a fun, but very busy evening, filling boxes for Operation Christmas Child.

During this shared event, between Worcester Lions and YMCA, 203 boxes were completed and will be distributed in coming months to under privileged children in Serbia. Sadly, for many of these children, it will be the only gift they receive during their lives. They suffer hardship and deprivation in a way that we can only begin to imagine, but hopefully these boxes will ensure a smile on their faces.

Many thanks to all those who have worked so hard over many months – Community Director Sue – who took on the daunting task of organising the event, was sadly ill on the day and unable to see the culmination of all her hard work, Joy – who along with Sue spent hours tracking down bargains, and numerous others - Lions, non-Lions and YMCA. To all those who collected, wrapped, donated, sewed, knitted etc - I would love to mention you all by name, but unfortunately there are too many - but you know who you are!

Many many thanks.

Lion Jane Hewitt

A note from the Editor

If anyone would like to start knitting some hats ready for next years appeal instructions below - So simple even PDG Lion Ron Cross knitted one and marks out of 10 for it - well it had to be a SEVEN!!!!!!!

You will need: Double knitting yarn
No 8’s or 4mm needles
No6 needles

Cast on 80 stitches using No 8.
Work in K1, P1 rib for two and a half inches or knit same in garter stitch if preferred.

Change to No 6 needles and work in stocking stitch (1st row knit and 2nd row is purl) until work measures 5 inches from commencement.

Shape Top. Right side facing:

1st row: * K8, K2 together. Repeat from* to end of row.
2nd row: Purl
3rd row: *K7, K2 together. Repeat from * to end of row.
4th row: Purl
5th row: *K6, K2 together. Repeat from * to end of row.

Continue decreasing thus until 16 stitches remain.

Break off wool, thread through remaining stitches, draw up and fasten off securely.

To make up:

Pin out and press on wrong side under a damp cloth.
Join seam. Press seam.
Note: K = Knit / P = Purl