Verona Lions Club NJ

06/05/2026

On June 4, 2026 at the Glen Ridge Country Club, The Verona Lions Club celebrated their 75th anniversary with 76 members and guests in attendance. It was a beautiful evening for the indoor/outdoor event, filled with great memories by members who joined in 1966 up to new members who joined the club just 10 days ago. Evening entertainment was provided by The Ryan Express. One of the highlights was a video presentation of the history of the VLC produced by member Andy Burger, which can be viewed by going to the VLC website at: www.LionsClubVeronaNJ.org

Representing the Township of Verona, Mayor Tamburro presented the club with a Proclamation. Additionally, Mike Petti, outgoing President installed the new President Bob Mathers who then installed the new officers for 2026-2027.

For more information about the many projects of the VLC and membership info, please visit our website at: www.LionsClubVeronaNJ.org

05/30/2026

On Thursday, May 28, 2026 five Verona High School Seniors and one Mount Saint Dominick Senior were each presented a $1000 Service Award check by Verona Lions Club member Bob Fochesto, in memory of long time member Paul Grimes who exemplified the meaning of "service to humanity is the best work in life". For more information about the VLC, please go to www.LionsClubVeronaNJ.org

05/09/2026

The Verona Lions recently donated our sixth truckload of excess medical equipment and supplies to the United Ukrainian American Relief Committee (UUARC) for shipment to Ukraine, with the purpose of helping those in need affected by the war for use at hospitals. Organizing the donation are Hospital Loan Closet chairs John Kosko and George Kozachuk as well as 11 other members of the club and UUARC volunteers Ivan Tymchuk and Alex Hud.

04/29/2026

Lions District 16N Governor Suzanne Pacala attended the VLC dinner meeting on April 28, 2026 and presented Bill Abele with a 40 year membership pin and Hector Gonzalez, Past District Governor with a 20 year pin.

04/28/2026

In celebration of the Verona Lions Club upcoming 75th anniversary, we are excited to announce our new public website. Check out our core projects including many photos highlighting our community involvement over the years. Go to www.LionsClubVeronaNJ.org for more details.

04/23/2026

In celebration of The Verona Lions Club 75th anniversary, we are thrilled to partner with the Township of Verona with funding support for the Verona Medical Transportation Program. This next generation EV Vehicle, will continue to provide a valuable service to our community.

04/15/2026

The Verona Lions Club is seeking applications from graduating students who are Verona residents who actively participated in valuable services to the community. The Lions will award a total of $6,000 to graduating High School seniors who best exhibit service to their school, community, church, temple or non-profit
charitable organization.

The award criteria are not based on academic achievement or financial need but rather exclusively on volunteer service. Volunteerism and service to others is at the heart of the Lions Club credo: “We Serve”

Please provide a clear description of services performed and when they took place. This could be in the form of an essay or resume attached to this application.

Please email applications to [email protected] no later than April 24, 2026 or drop off to Mrs. Rivera in the Counseling Department at Verona High School by 3pm.

The Verona Lions is an International service organization that has been active in Verona since 1951.

03/29/2026

Thank you Marla and Larry from CASA of Essex County for attending our meeting. A very informative presentation. Check out their missiona nd ways to help htis vital program.

Service organizations build the backbone of strong communities.

Thank you to the Verona’s Lions Club for inviting Marla to speak about the work of CASA Essex and the powerful role volunteer advocates play in the lives of children navigating foster care.

CASA advocates show up consistently for young people—listening, learning, and ensuring their voices are heard in the decisions that shape their futures.

It was a privilege to share how community members can be part of that impact.

Grateful to connect with leaders who believe deeply in service and in creating brighter futures for children and families.

12/22/2025

The Verona Lions Club continued a busy month of service by donating $4,400 in Shop Rite Gift Cards to the Health Department for the Verona Children's Fund, assisting local residents in need during the holidays and thereafter. For more information about the Verona Lions Club, go to www.LionsClubVeronaNJ.org or contact President Mike Petti at 973-710-2888

Photo Caption: VLC Secretary Myron Spektor presents Shop Rite Gift cards to: Mary Farrell, Supervisor of Health & Vital Statistics and Pam Priscoe, Director of Community Services

12/19/2025

It was a busy week for the VLC. We started with loading a truck of hospital equipment supplies for shipment to Ukraine and ended the week with a delivery of well in excess of 5,000 pairs of used and new glasses to the NJ Lions Eyeglass Recycling Center in West Trenton NJ. This program helps those in need of eyeglasses throughout the world.

Photos are from the center where glasses are sorted, cleaned, repackaged and glasses or frames that are damaged are sent to a specialty recycling center.