Honored to Serve: A Night of Recognition, Fellowship & “We Serve”

Lions International District 204-GUAM Appreciation and Awards Night was held on August 15, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Guam in Tumon, under a festive Mardi Gras theme. The evening celebrated the dedication, leadership, service, and accomplishments of Lions and Leo Clubs throughout District 204-GUAM during Lions Year 2025–2026.

The celebration recognized outstanding clubs and individuals, including the Guahan Isan Famagu’on Lions Club, Agueda Johnston’s Alpha Leo Club, and Lion Rossana Tiston, as well as Lion Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, MJF, for her contributions as Committee Chairperson for the Reading Program, and Lion Mae Mendiola, MJF, as Co-Chairperson for the Reading Program. I am deeply honored and humbled to receive such a prestigious award in recognition of my service and contributions to the District’s Reading Program. It was a memorable evening of appreciation, fellowship, and recognition of the many dedicated members who continue to exemplify the spirit of “We Serve.”

Committee Chairpersons receive awards during the Lions Club International D204 District Governor Appreciation Night on August 15, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel.

Kicking Off the School Year with a Roar!

Welcome back to school! 🦁📚🍎✏️

Si Yu’os Ma’åse’ to our Featured Reader, Reading Action Program Chair Lion Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, and our special presenter, RC1 Lion Patricia “Patti” Quichocho, who delivered a wonderful educational presentation immediately following the Story Time.

A heartfelt thank you to Reading Action Program R1 Co-Chair Lion Mae Mendiola, Lion Steph Aguon, DCS Lion Marilyn Parnes, GST Coord. Lion Daisy Sablan, Lion Yvonne Toves, Lion Prexy Ewy Taitano, Lion Yho Villavicencio, Lion Annie Kasper, Julie Reyes, and everyone who joined us for the D204 Lions Clubs Back-to-School Saturday Story Time on August 1, 2026. Your presence made this event a memorable kickoff to the new school year!

Let’s keep the momentum going – keep reading, stay safe on the water, and make this school year your best one yet! 🦁📚🍎✏️🚤

Families join in the D204 Back-to-School Saturday Story Time on August 1, 2026, at the Hagatna Public Library.

A Bright Beginning: Congratulations, Neni Glenn! 🌟🎓

Congratulations, Neni Glenn, on your preschool graduation from Harmony Kids at The Westin Resort Guam! 🎓🌟 We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished. This is the first of many wonderful milestones on your educational journey. Keep dreaming big, learning, growing, and shining brightly. Wishing you continued success as you take your next exciting step into kindergarten. We love you and can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll achieve! ❤️🎉

Bound by Love, United by Family 🥰

 A heartfelt thank you to all of our family members for making our reunion so meaningful and memorable. A very special thank you to Prima Jacquie for spearheading this wonderful reunion, and to my father, who made it his mission to honor his brother’s wish by reaching out to our family and bringing us all together. Thank you as well to everyone who brought delicious food and generously shared their time, love, and fellowship. 🥰

Most importantly, Si Yu’os Ma’åse’ for bringing us together. I’m sure Uncle John and Nate were truly happy to reunite with their Nangauta and Naputi relatives before returning to Washington. The love, laughter, and memories we shared will remain in our hearts until we meet again. ❤️