CENTRAL LIONS CLUB
Serving the Monmouth & Independence Oregon communities since 1938
We are part of an international network of 1.4 million men and women in 200 countries and geographic areas who work together to address the needs that challenge communities around the world. Lions are best known for working to end preventable blindness, providing eyeglasses and hearing aids for those in need, and engaging in local service projects.
Mission Statement of Lions Clubs International
“To create and foster a spirit of understanding among all people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international cooperation.”
What’s Happening
Quarterly Road Clean Up (ODOT Adopt a Road) – Next date coming soon
Last Day of School Celebration – Tuesday, June 16th 3-5 PM, Independence Riverview Park
Mini Marathon – Saturday, July 4th, Starting Line – Monmouth, Finish Line – Independence, Water Station – Halfway Mark near C Cable Realty
Car Show – Saturday, August 15th 9 AM – 3 PM, Independence Riverview Park
Sight & Hearing Assistance
Did you know that we can assist you with the cost of vision and hearing appointments, eye glasses, and hearing aids? We can! If you would like to learn more about how we can assist you, please contact our club secretary at central.lions.m.i@gmail.com .
College Scholarships
Central Lions Club offers scholarships for students graduating from Central School District 13J. If you or your student are interested in applying for a scholarship from Central Lions Club, please contact the College & Career Coordinator, at Central High School. All students graduating from high school in 2026 are welcome to apply. Our scholarships are open to students moving on to college (2 or 4 year) and/or trade/technical school.
Youth Camperships
Central Lions Clubs has camperships available to specialized medical camps for youth experiencing hearing impairment, Type I diabetes, and pediatric cancer. Do you know of someone that can benefit from one of these summer camps? Please contact our club secretary at central.lions.m.i@gmail.com to get more information on specific camps and how to apply for a campership.
Annual Car Show
For more information or to pre-register select the “Car Show” tab above.
Flag Service Program
If you live in Independence or Monmouth let your local Central Lions Club of Monmouth and Independence help you show your patriotism by placing an American flag in your front yard on these seven patriotic holidays:
Martin Luther King Day
Presidents Day
Memorial Day
Flag Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
The cost for this service is only $40 for the entire year (billed July 1 – June 30) and is a great way to show your patriotic spirit and to support your local Lions.
Select the “Flag Program” tab above for more information and to sign up.
New Meeting Schedule
Our club meets on the second and fourth Monday of the month downstairs at Christ’s Church in Monmouth (412 Clay St. W., Monmouth, OR 97361) Our lunch meeting is at 12:00-1:00 PM. Our dinner meeting is at 6:00-7:00 PM. Visitors are always welcome.
June – Monday the 8th lunch meeting; Monday the 22nd dinner meeting; Monday the 29th End of Year Celebration 6:00 PM, Christ’s Church
July – Monday the 13th lunch meeting; Monday the 27th dinner meeting
August – Monday the 10th lunch meeting; Monday the 24th dinner meeting; Monday the 31st 5th Monday Dinner Social – location TBD
Are you interested in speaking or giving a brief presentation to our club? Contact our club secretary at central.lions.m.i@gmail.com .
5th Monday Dinner Social: Every month with a 5th Monday our club will join together for a dinner social. These are ‘no business’ gatherings focusing on socializing and enjoying each others company. Guests, family, friends, all welcome. Not a Lion? Want to meet others in the community that serve our community in various ways? Please join us at a dinner social, or, at any club meeting. For more information, or to RSVP for a dinner social, please email our club secretary at central.lions.m.i@gmail.com.
Monday, March 30th, 2026, 6:00 PM at San Antonio Mexican Restaurant
Monday, June 29th, 2026, End of Lions Year Celebration
Monday, August 31st, 2026, 6:00 PM at TBD
Monday, November 30th , 2026, 6:00 PM at TBD
Please RSVP to Lion Secretary at central.lions.m.i@gmail.com
Become a Lion Today
Are you interested in Lionism? Would you like to learn about your local Central Lions Club of Monmouth and Independence Oregon? Please join us at any meeting, event, or service project. For more information contact Lion Secretary at central.lions.m.i@gmail.com
Download our club brochure and membership application here:
Central Lions Club Membership Brochure
Click the links below for the District 36-R website and the district contact form. District 36-R
Lions Clubs International: Lions International
Find us on FaceBook: Central Lions Club FaceBook
Central Lions Club
P.O. Box 101, Independence, OR, 97351
Are you interested in speaking or giving a brief presentation to our club? Contact our club secretary at central.lions.m.i@gmail.com .