By CHUCK GODBY
For The Reporter
It was once considered one of Sheridan’s premiere social events until COVID forced changes to the local Lions Club Fish Fry. It went from an annual packed house at the Community Center to a drive-thru on Main Street.
Now, the Sheridan Lions have joined forces with the Sheridan Fire Department to continue the tradition in a new, old-fashioned way.
At the May 3 meeting, the Sheridan Lions Club voted once again to join with the fire department, but return the Fish Fry to the Community Center where people can once again enjoy all-they-can-eat Alaskan Pollock and the company of neighbors, friends and family.
This year’s Fish Fry is scheduled for Saturday, June 10.
Also during the meeting, the Lions heard Chad Able speak of The Hoosier Burn Camp, a place in Brookston, Ind., where young burn victims attend a one-week summer camp. The Sheridan Lions Club donates money to the camp where it costs nearly $1,000 per camper. The camp has grown to as many as 75 campers.
At the May 17 meeting, the Club enjoyed a visit from District Governor Eric Schuman, who recognized the local service club for its 5 percent increase in membership. Schuman also honored Lion Bob Boone for his 35 years of membership.