The resident cat sure was surprised when Lion Bud Alleman’s (King, King, Alleman & Jensen) dog appeared around a corner inside Beverly Manor Convalescent Hospital just before Christmas. Brought by the Allemans to help greet the patients residing at the hospital, the dog wagged its tail and happily joined with the rest of club members for the annual Beverly Manor Christmas party.

Loaded down with soft, comfy lap blankets and Santa bringing up the rear, club members wished each patient “Happy Holidays” and presented them with one of the blankets.

Just days before, members of Burbank Noon were seen ringing the Salvation Army bell in front of Fry’s Electronics in Burbank. As part of the annual Red Kettle Day events, service clubs donate their time to ringing the bell at various locations around the city, eliminating the Salvation Army’s cost for bell ringers on this day. A special apron with the Lions Club name on it was provided by the Salvation Army to be worn by the member, while volunteering for their one-hour shift. The apron helped acquaint the passersby with the Burbank Nooner’s support and volunteer work in the community.