Ocean Ingleside Lions Club to Celebrate 40th Anniversary With Juneteenth Tribute and BBQ Event

Associated Press

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SAN FRANCISCO, CA - June 20, 2025 ( NEWMEDIAWIRE ) - The Ocean Ingleside Lions Club, the first African American Lions Club chartered in District 4C-4, proudly announces its 40th Anniversary Celebration, taking place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 12 PM to 4 PM at Mission Playground Clubhouse located at 19 Linda Street in the city of San Francisco.
The BBQ event will be held in conjunction with the Juneteenth holiday to honor the club's legacy and its founding members, to install the incoming 2025-26 officers and to induct new members.
Founded on June 7, 1985, the Ocean Ingleside Lions Club has served the Ingleside and greater San Francisco community for four decades. This year's celebration will also pay tribute to beloved past President Lion Connie Bridgewater, who passed away in August 2024. In her memory, the club is continuing its mission under the leadership of Incoming President Charlene Henderson, Connie Bridgewater's sister and the club's Interim Vice President.
'This milestone is not just about our history - it's about our future,' said Henderson. 'We are honoring our past while recommitting to our mission of service. We invite all fellow Lions and community members to join us for a soul food backyard BBQ and a heartfelt celebration of our club's impact.'
Tickets are $45 a person and include food, music, a tribute, and community fellowship. Attendees are encouraged to bring a friend and meet the club's incoming officers.
How to Support:
Funds raised will go toward supporting the club's ongoing service projects and preserving the legacy of Lion Connie Bridgewater.
For more information or to make a contribution, please contact Lion Charlene Henderson below.
Contact:
Lion Charlene Henderson
Incoming 2025-26 President
Ocean Ingleside Lions Club
[email protected]
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