Spartanburg Southside Lions Club

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Our motto is "WE SERVE," and as part of Lions Clubs International, our primary aim is service. at T.K. We also have programs dealing with Diabetes awareness.

Southside Lions Club meets twice each month: 1st Thursday at 6:00 p.m. Gregg Community Center, 650 Howard St, Spartanburg, SC 29303
3rd Thursday at 12:00 noon at Piedmont Club 361 East Main Street Spartanburg, SC 29302

The main project of all Lions Clubs is sight conservation. Local Lions provide eye examinations and eye glasses for the needy in the local community at no charge.

06/18/2026

A message from our President 💙

As I close this chapter of serving as President of the Spartanburg Southside Lions Club and conclude my five-year membership journey, my heart is full of gratitude.

Thank you to everyone who attended today’s Farewell Luncheon at The Piedmont Club. The love, support, plaque, beautiful flowers, gifts, and kind words truly touched me. You all had me in tears!

A special thank you to Lion Vickie Woodruff and Lion Helen Wilburn for the thoughtful departing gifts, and to the Executive Board for your unwavering support throughout my presidential year. Together, we accomplished so much through service, leadership, fellowship, and community impact.

It was an honor to recognize our Executive Board members for their dedication and leadership. For those who were unable to attend, please reach out to receive your Leadership Certificate.

I am also excited to pass the torch and congratulate PDG Earlene Correthers as she steps into the role of President for the upcoming fiscal year. I wish her and the entire club continued success.

Thank you for allowing me the privilege of serving. The memories, friendships, and experiences gained over these five years will always hold a special place in my heart.

Once a Lion, always a Lion. 🦁💙💛

06/07/2026

Some Fun Lions at Rhythm & Ribs 😉

06/05/2026

What a wonderful Thursday evening at the Spartanburg Southside Lions Club as we welcomed several candidates seeking to serve our community!

We were honored to hear from:

🔹 Brandon Brown – U.S. Senate Candidate
🔹 Lekesa Kesha Whitner – Candidate for County Council Chair
🔹 Leon Wiles – Candidate for County Council Chair
🔹 Roslyn Henderson – Candidate for SC House District 31
🔹 James A. Jones – Candidate for SC House District 31
🔹 Mo Abusaft – Candidate for SC House District 31

Thank you to each candidate for taking the time to share your vision, priorities, and commitment to the citizens of Spartanburg and South Carolina. Opportunities like these help keep our community informed and engaged in the electoral process.

As we approach Election Day, we encourage everyone to get out and vote and make your voice heard!

Last night was also especially meaningful as it marked one of the final meetings of President Lontisha Smith’s administration year. What a fitting way to conclude a year focused on community engagement, service, leadership, and bringing people together. We are grateful for the relationships built, the projects completed, and the impact made throughout the year.

Thank you to all of our members, guests, and community residents who attended and helped make the evening a success.

06/04/2026

📣 Join us for an evening of community conversation and civic engagement!

The Spartanburg Southside Lions Club is proud to host a “Meet the Candidates” event where community members can hear directly from local candidates before Election Day.

🗓 Thursday, June 4, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 TK Gregg Community Center
650 Howard Street, Spartanburg, SC 29303

Come learn about the candidates’ platforms, ask questions, and become an informed voter! This event is open to Lions members, guests, family, friends, and all community residents.

Confirmed candidates include:
• Brandon Brown – U.S. Senate
• Lekesa Kesha Whitner – County Council Chair
• Leon Wiles – County Council Chair
• Mo Abusaft – SC House District 31

Your voice matters. We hope to see you there! 🗳️💙💛

06/02/2026

🎶🔥 IT’S ALMOST TIME! 🔥🎶

The Spartanburg Southside Lions Club is excited to host the Rhythm & Ribs Festival this Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Barnet Park in Spartanburg, SC!

Join us for an afternoon filled with great music, delicious food, fellowship, and family fun as we celebrate our community together.

📅 Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
📍 Location: Barnet Park, Spartanburg, SC
⏰ Show Starts: 3:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: $10.00

Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs, and your appetite! You don’t want to miss an unforgettable day of entertainment and some of the best ribs around.

Come out and support the Spartanburg Southside Lions Club as we continue serving our community and making a difference.

05/31/2026

📢 SPARTANBURG SOUTHSIDE LIONS CLUB PRESENTS: MEET THE CANDIDATES!

Election Day is approaching, and this is your opportunity to hear directly from the candidates before you cast your vote!

Join us on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM at TK Gregg Community Center as we host a special Meet the Candidates Forum. Learn about the candidates’ platforms, priorities, and vision for our community while asking questions and becoming a more informed voter.

🗓 Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: TK Gregg Community Center

🎤 Confirmed Candidates:
• Brandon Brown – Candidate for U.S. Senate
• Lekesa Kesha Whitner – Candidate for County Council Chair
• Leon Wiles – Candidate for County Council Chair

✅ Hear directly from the candidates
✅ Learn about issues that matter to our community
✅ Ask questions and engage in the democratic process

This event is open to Lions members, guests, family, friends, and all community residents.

Let’s come together, stay informed, and make our voices heard!

05/16/2026

What a beautiful celebration today as we honored 15 years of service, leadership, and community impact with the Southside Lions Club at The Piedmont Club! 💛🦁

It was truly an honor to be a part of such a special occasion surrounded by so many dedicated members, guests, family, and friends. Today was a reflection of the love, commitment, and service that has carried our club for 15 incredible years.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating this milestone and helping make the luncheon so memorable. Special thanks and appreciation to our Past International President for sharing in this meaningful day with us. Your presence made the celebration even more special.

Here’s to continuing the legacy of service, fellowship, and making a difference in our community for many more years to come!

05/08/2026

Tonight was truly a memorable and historic evening for the 🦁 Southside Lions Club as we kicked off our 15th Charter Anniversary Celebration at TK Gregg Community Center! ✨

With our theme, “Ease On Down the Road,” we reflected on the journey, legacy, and impact of a club built on service and community.

We were honored to have 3 founding members present tonight:
🦁 Earlene Correthers
🦁 Ruth Littlejohn
🦁 Horace Littlejohn

A special thank you to Ms. Earlene Correthers for opening the evening with the rich history of our club. Southside Lions Club was officially chartered on May 17, 2011, becoming the first African American Lions Club in South Carolina.

What started with meetings at Miracle Hill quickly grew to 65 members within just 3 months. Today, we proudly stand at 122 members, making us the 2nd largest club in both the state and our district!

We also celebrated the incredible accomplishments of our members, including Lion Ruth Littlejohn, who was inducted into the Lions Club Hall of Fame in 2025. 👏🏾💙💛

As part of our evening, members shared heartfelt reflections about their journeys in the club:

✨ 10-Year Members
Kathy Smith
Linda Smith
Joann Fisher

✨ 5-Year Member
President Lontisha Smith

✨ 1 Year or More
Jolitha Richardson

Their words reminded us of the importance of service, leadership, fellowship, and the lasting bonds built through Southside Lions Club.

One of the most touching moments of the evening was our beautiful “Giving Flowers” display board, created to show gratitude and appreciation to our members for their dedication, support, and impact throughout the years. 🌹💛

We also completed our final Backpack Buddies project for the school year, continuing our commitment to serving children and families in our community. 🥫🎒💙

Special thanks to everyone who attended and shared reflections during the program. A heartfelt thank you to Vanessa Oglesby-Weeks for providing a delicious meal and doing an exceptional job with the beautiful centerpieces. ✨

It was truly a fantastic evening “Easing On Down the Road.” 💛🖤

05/01/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month

04/25/2026

🌼 Making a Difference, One Flower at a Time! 🌼

Yesterday, the Southside Lions Club showed up and showed out for Environmental Week! 💛

We had an amazing group of volunteers come together to help beautify Carver Middle School by planting beautiful perennial flowers right in front of the school. 🌸🌿 These flowers will continue to bloom and bring joy for seasons to come—just like the impact of service in our community.

Thank you to everyone who came out, got their hands dirty, and made this project a success. Your time, effort, and dedication truly matter!

Service. Community. Impact. That’s what we’re all about! 💙💛

Address

P. O. Box 5622
Spartanburg, SC
29304

Telephone

+18646806674

Website

https://southsidelionsclub.org/

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