Historic brick storefronts and live oaks in a Florida downtown at golden hour

1926–2026 · Marion County, Florida

We Serve.

Established March 19, 1926, the Ocala Lions Club is one of the oldest continuously serving Lions Clubs in Florida. Proudly serving Ocala and Marion County since 1926. Come to lunch on Thursday — guests are always welcome.

Visit on Thursday Our programs

Thursdays at noon · The Alcove

100: Years of service
70: Members
2,100: Children screened last year
1,100+: Children helped by Silent Santa

Lion Renee E. Thompson, 2026–2027 President — Renee E. Thompson
2026–2027 President, Ocala Lions Club

President’s message · October 2026

Service is why we belong here

We are excited to launch our new website, ocalalions.com. Please visit our site and take a look around, and then share it. Let the community see what we already know: service has a name, and it is the Ocala Lions.

This past month really helped us get our programs up and running for the year. KidSight began on September 14, where Lions Kristi Hannen and Andy Pozzuto screened the first children of the school year. More schools are waiting, so if you can give a morning to help, please tell Lion Kristi. We are excited some of the other local Lions clubs are also considering joining our volunteer efforts.

Read the October 2026 letter View past issues

October 2026 · The Alcove

Meetings from this issue

Programs courtesy of Lions Richard, Patti, and Diane

October 1
VIP Care
John Snyder
October 8
Marion County Roadway Design
Don Watson
October 15
Business meeting and board meeting
Also White Cane Safety Day — Bonefish Grill Give Back Night
October 22
Data Centers
Commissioner Michelle Stone
October 29
Dogs for Patriots
Arlene and Ken West