Lions hosts annual picnic for seniors

Lions present afternoon of food, music, and fun

The Lions Club hosted its annual picnic for New Milford seniors Friday, July 18. It was a perfect picnic day, with blue skies, a breeze and mild temperatures. Guests were treated to picnic fare of hot dogs and hamburgers, along with several side dishes. In addition, each attendee received a small gift. Musician Vincent Rodriguez provided musical entertainment.


Deborah Rose/Diane Kearns dresses her lunch as she makes her way through the buffet line.


Deborah Rose/Lion Mike Senello joins fellows Lions at the grill.

Deborah Rose/Lion Jack Leahy chats with attendee Alice Russell.


Deborah Rose/Neighbors Angelo Casale and Sue Armstrong enjoy jokes with friends during the picnic.


Deborah Rose/Carol Staib, left, and Ellen Tamburri listen and review their door prize ticket as the winning numbers are called.


Deborah Rose/Sandee Cats sports a smile after discovering her ticket number was called in a drawing at the picnic.


Deborah Rose/Kathy Kelly signals she has the second winning ticket for a prize after the lunch rush.


Deborah Rose/Hamburgers and hot dogs are on the menu.


Deborah Rose/Cherl Lebrocq, left, who heads up Lion membership, and Dottie Wilcox tidy up the buffet area after lunch is served.