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Jake Birkhimer donates custom toy box to Frazeysburg

Dresden American Legion Lion Club News

by Ruth Osborn
ican Legion. “We are just so grateful and The following club members have re-
appreciate his talent and his willingness ceived this Lions year’s Chevron awards
to do this for us.” from Lions International for their many
The custom-made American Legion years of service to their community and
toy box is larger than the typical 36″ beyond the club area. Robert Bickle 65
long by 16″ by 16″ boxes that he normal- years, Jim Pritchard 45 years, Gerald
ly makes. He wanted to make sure the Howard and Earl Pazaig 35 years, Greg
toy box was large enough to meet the Bickle 25 years. Becky Vansickle 15
needs of the American Legion. In think- years.
ing about how it was going to be used, March 1st and 2nd Lions of District
he thought to craft the box out of pine OH-7 held the annual convention at Lan-
caster, Ohio. Saturday was filled with do-
so it would be lighter to move, especially ing 265 as a service project for My very
when loaded with toys. Only Blanket, speakers and awards. Gov-
Birkhimer has been making custom ernor Lilane Fox gave awards to honor
personalized toy boxes since 2001. Dur- special people in the district. Frazeys-
ing the Christmas season, he averages burg members were:
about 60 toy boxes. He has also made 1. Zone 3 Lion of the Year award to
benches, coat racks, potato bins, and Andrea Janssen for her dedication
bread boxes and has even refurnished to leading the Tri-Valley Middle
Jake Birkhimer stands with a few of the members of the Dresden American Legion and the large USA
themed toy box that he built for the children’s playroom. Lynette Dotson tables and chairs. “I like doing it as a School Scotties Leos Club,
hobby for fun,” said Birkheimer. Frazeysburg Community Pool and
A beautifully crafted toy box with a pa- Birkhimer was contacted by the Amer- teaching at Tri-Valley District
triotic theme was donated to the Dres- ican Legion who shared their need for 2. CT Dan Osborn received a Hero
den American Legion for their children’s toy storage. “Jake was on it immediately ADVERTISE IN THE DRESDEN BUZZ. Award for demonstrated Super
playroom by local resident and talented with tons of ideas and (was) all excited 740-270-2408 Hero commitment to Lionism and
craftsman Jake Birkhimer. about it,” shared Janis Clark of the Amer- MD 13 OH 7
3. Lion Dan Osborn received Excellent
Secretary and Treasurer awards.
Governor Lilane Fox Lions’ year 2024-
Zanesville to buzz with entrepreneurial energy 2025 held contests for the clubs to
participate in by doing many projects
at 3rd Annual Shark Tub pitch competition and donations in their community and
around the world. Frazeysburg Lions
Club received the following certificates
submitted of appreciation for supporting these Li-
ons projects during the year
1. District OH7 project in partnership
with My Very Only Blanket of doing
30 to give to Muskingum County
Foster Children Service
2. Certificates for Humanitarian
providing service and research on
local district and state many
projects.
3. Certificate and pin for support of
the mission of Central Ohio Lions
Eye Bank research of blindness.
4. Certificate of Appreciation for
donation and support of Ohio Lions
Pediatric Cancer Foundation for
State of Ohio
5. LCIF Russ Williams Chapter Award
Metal.
6. Ohio Lions Foundation
7. Ohio Pilot Dogs , Inc.
2nd Vice Governor Tamarra Parker-
Stephens held Zone 3 meeting on March
Year one participants. Submitted 6th at Frazeysburg Presbyterian Church.
Startups Wanted: Shark Tub business pitch competition returns to Zanesville The Zone 3 clubs present were Duncan
Falls-Philo, Frazeysburg, and Zanesville
on April 24, 2025 Host. Many district officers from the OH
-7 were present. President Kathy Moran
Calling all entrepreneurs! The Shark Director for Tuscarawas County Econom- EVENT DETAILS: welcome everyone. She read about the
Tub Business Pitch Competition is back ic Development Corporation. “We’re in- Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 Frazeysburg Club activities and dona-
for its third annual showdown—bigger, viting startups to step into the spotlight Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM tions the club has made since the No-
bolder, and buzzing with opportunity. On and the community to come cheer them Location: Zane State College – vember Zone meeting.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 6:00 to on.” The Campus Center, Zanesville, Ohio Frazeysburg received certificates for
8:00 PM, Zane State College’s Campus Community members are also invited donation and support:
Center will transform into a high-energy to join the excitement. Admission is free, REGISTRATION: 1. Ohio Lions Eye Research
hub of innovation, where startup found- and the audience can purchase “Shark www.tuscedc.com/sharktub Foundation, Inc., for supporting re
ers pitch their big ideas in front of a live Bucks” to cast votes for their favorite search centers in Ohio.
audience and expert judges. startups—just $5 per vote. Judges will SPONSORS: HV Coil LLC, The 2. Certificate of Appreciation from
Lions Clubs International
Now accepting competitor applica- make the final decision, but the crowd Community Bank, EOS Worldwide / Foundation for promoting the
tions, Shark Tub invites businesses from will have a big voice in choosing the fan Kevin Asti Global Humanitarian work of
across a 10-county region in East Cen- favorite. Lions.
tral Ohio to apply. Eligible companies Follow us on Facebook for updates 3. Lion Dan Osborn received a
must be registered with the Ohio Secre- WHAT TO EXPECT: facebook.com/ECOSharkTub Certificate of Appreciation for his
tary of State and have been in business • Fresh business ideas from local donation to Lions Club International
less than five years. Participants will entrepreneurs QUESTIONS? Foundation.
compete for a share of $6,500 in prize • Live pitches and feedback from John Kelly, Tuscarawas EDC, 4. Lion Dan Osborn receive from The
money, professional advising, and seri- expert judges 330-432-3855, jkelly@tuscedc.com International President Dr. Fabricio
ous bragging rights. Registration is free • A fun, interactive community event Oliveira Certificate of Appreciation
at www.tuscedc.com/sharktub. that supports small business growth Teri Clapper, Small Business in recognition and pin as one for
“This is a chance to see the future of • Networking with innovators, Development Center, clapper@ohio.edu Distinguished Achievements in Ful
Ohio business unfold before your eyes,” business leaders, and local filling the Missions of Lions
said John Kelly, Business Development supporters International