The monthly meeting was held March 4 at First Baptist/Vista Grande Church in Tijeras with Lion Rena Harris heading the potluck meal.  Highlight was the visit and talk by DG Frankie Davis who told about his recent Lions service visits abroad. President Sarah Berry was pleased to report that two guests attending, Wes Harris and Tony Mittas, later submitted their applications for Lions membership. Approval was given through an email vote by Club members.

During the District 40 Cabinet Meeting in Moriarity, NM on March 7, 2026, Farmington Evening Lions Club President Wesley W. Brown, Jr. presented a $500 check to Lion Rita Graham, who represented NM KidSight.  It is our club’s privilege to support NMLOK in their efforts to help all children of NM.

D40 Convention in Carlsbad Bring your plaid and cowboy attire.

Tuesday, April 28th at 7:00 pm Come and CHAT with DG Frankie Join us to ask questions of DG Frankie about what is going on in District 40 and Lions International, share your club’s achievements, and meet with members of other clubs around our district to talk.  Bring your favorite beverage and sit down and enjoy the conversation.

The 98th Annual D40 Lions State Convention is set to take place from May 1 to May 3, 2026, in the scenic city of Carlsbad, New Mexico. This event promises a memorable weekend filled with fun, fellowship, information, food, and music. Whether you are a long-time Lions Club member or new to Lions, this convention offers a perfect blend of service, socializing, and information. Reconnect with Lions you haven't seen in a while and make new friends too.

Lions Larry Langdon and Carol Marshall of the Albuquerque Breakfast Lions Club have been popping popcorn at the VA Hospital on Fridays. We started in June 2025. Popcorn is available at the VA Hospital on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. We are the Friday Poppers. We report on Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

What a busy month March has been and April is looking very similar at the moment. We had a very good Q3 Cabinet meeting in Moriarty and a successful service project. This project was a bit different, we combined a couple of aspects of Community together by meeting people at the door of a local restaurant and giving them tickets for their drinks. This gave us an opportunity to showcase Lions in action as well as talking to people about Lionism and our mission, marketing, recru

Join the conversation on women rising — everywhere. This International Women’s Day, we’re putting leadership into action. On March 8, join us for sheLeads: A Global Call to Unite — a global virtual symposium created to elevate women in leadership, amplify voices and turn celebration into meaningful momentum.

Our District is now showing a growth of 27 members giving us a 3.2% increase. There is still time to meet our District targets and finish out the year on a strong note.

Join our District Governor Frankie for an hour of open conversation. Bring your questions, concerns, and ideas to Frankie about your club and our district.  This month’s topic of conversation is:  “What is your club’s favorite event to host?” COME AND CHAT!   Join the Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85700638531?pwd=hzzQIjMAKP84YkNbnzAHAdD4PmiOjx.1

Clovis Evening Lions help Black Pearl Boxing take admission at the door.

VDG Joel Edwards was invited to speak at the Portales, NM meeting.

Club Secretary Roxanne Alcon received a letter from Lions International for Vice District Governor Joel Edwards. It was for VDG Joel adding 2 more new members to the Clovis Evening Lions Club. He is a great asset to our club.

International Director Melissa Washburn came to our January 22nd meeting to induct 6 new members into the Clovis Evening Lions Club. We enjoyed having International Director Melissa, PCC Gemma Ferguson and Carlsbad Downtown Club president Johnny Washburn and listening to ID Melissa tell us some of the things she has experienced as International Director. 

The Carlsbad Downtown Lions would like to invite you to the D40 Convention in Carlsbad, New Mexico May 1-3, 2026. Schedule to follow! Below is the registration form and convention booklet ad form. Please fill out one form for each person attending. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Jennifer Long, Convention Chairperson, jjlong8888@gmail.com or 575-361-8438.

DG Lion Frankie Davis presented a 45 year chevron to Lion Joe Ramirez, a 35 year chevron to Lion Hermilo Ojeda and a 15 year chevron to Lion Tracy A South.

Lions Participated in Event Hosted by the Rio Grande Prep Institute

DG Frankie Visits Edgewood Lions

February Chat with the DG

Our Fall Meeting will be held THIS SATURDAY, November 15, 2025, at 12:45 p.m. MT, and we invite every Lion across the district to take part in-person and via Zoom.