Where there’s a need there’s a Lion.

A Lion is an active volunteer, a member of a respected international organization, a leader in your community, and a friend to people in need. Lions Clubs are groups of service-minded men and women who are interested in improving their communities.

To become a Lion, you must: Want to help your community and be of legal age and good moral character.
The Charlton Lions Club: We enjoy working together to make a difference in our community and grow personally and professionally by participating in Lions’ programs, community service projects and special events, while having fun and making new friends.

It’s no wonder that Lions Clubs are the largest service organization in the world.  To find out how you can become involved – or to find out how we can help you, contact us today.

Our club has been serving the Charlton community for over 50 years!

Charlton Lions welcome visitors and questioners

Charlton, MA (January 2, 2026) . . . It’s a new year with new possibilities for friendship, service, learning, giving and helping – some of the goals of The Charlton Lions Club, which invites Charlton residents to learn about Lionism at an informational meeting on Wednesday, January 28. Come at 6:30 p.m. to the Great Room at The Overlook. Refreshments will be served. You will not be pressured to join. The meeting will finish by 8:00 p.m.
Come learn what Lions do – in the Charlton area and the world. Get acquainted with local Lions. Hear about their service projects and the fun they have raising funds to support their work.
The Charlton Lions Club, which was chartered in 1975, is part of Lions Clubs International, an association made up of 1.4 million members in 49,000 clubs who bring hands and hearts to the communities in which they serve in nearly every country on earth.
If you plan to come on January 28, please contact Membership Chair Jennie Frisella at 508-434-2527. Then come to Door 62 off the Rose Garden at The Overlook. Use the service road off Masonic Home Road, stay to the right, park on the left across from the car sheds.
If you can’t attend this meeting, come any second or fourth Wednesday at 6:30 to the same location. Regular meetings are held on those dates each month, September through June.

For a membership application form, click here.

Charlton Lions entertain at Charlton Manor

What fun it was to dress up like holiday characters and carol to the residents of Charlton Manor – something we do every year. What fun to watch the residents open the goodie bags we brought for each one.

Charlton Lions celebrate 50-year milestone

Charlton, MA – 11/12/2025 . . . Local, regional and state officials turned out on Sunday, November 2 to help The Charlton Lions Club celebrate 50 years of service to their community and beyond.
The Club, chartered in November of 1975, invited community dignitaries, local business sponsors, former members and other Lions Clubs to join them for an hors d’oeuvre party at the Pine Ridge Country Club in Oxford, which was decorated with balloons and flourishes in gold (for 50 years) and blue and yellow (Lions colors).
On display were scrapbooks and memorabilia from many years, depicting some of the Clubs work in the community – scholarship awards to graduating Charlton seniors, holiday gift cards for needy families, a Peace Poster Contest for middle school youth, a Speech Competition for high schoolers, handicap ramps for the mobility challenged, sight and hearing testing for children and town employees, and much more.
Club President Dana Gould served as master of ceremonies for the event. After welcoming everyone, he gave a brief history of The Charlton Lions Club. On behalf of the Club he received citations and recognition brought by representatives of the Commonwealth, Lions Clubs International (LCI), District 33A of LCI, and the Town of Charlton.
Past Lions District Governor Denise Andrews presented Dr. Carole Duquette, Charlton’s club administrator, with an International President’s Award, recognizing her hard work and compassionate service to the community and the world and for serving as an example to fellow Lions. This is the third highest honor in Lionism.
Helene Doucette, who joined The Charlton Lions Club in 1977, is the longest continuing member. Helene has served over the years in several capacities, including as a district governor and club president. She chaired the 50th Anniversary Committee and was cited by speakers for her tireless efforts on behalf of the Club and its work.
The Club plans to continue its charitable activities in the town for many years. Its next project is its annual visit to residents of Charlton Manor Rest Home, bringing cheer and gifts and leading a sing-along of holiday songs.
Lions are people from all walks of life who enjoy helping their communities and have a great time doing so. If you are interested in becoming a Lion or for more information, please send an email to thecharltonlions@gmail.com or call Jennie at 508-434-2527. The Charlton Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the Great Room at The Overlook in Charlton.