Media Release
 
Chicago, Oct 25:  Chicago Filipino American Lions Club held their Annual Distinguished Couple Awards ceremony and Governors Nite at the O’Hare Holiday Inn Penthouse. 
 
For this years awards there were six couples selected by the club who rendered their services in various fields who were – Dr. Austin Prabhu and Terry, Dr. Bart Freihaut and Liticia, Lain Frias and Nell, Frank Perricone and Merly, Drs. Nunilo Rubio and Elenita.  Governor Ray Jachim awarded a beautiful memento to each couples on behalf of the club. 
 
In his message, Governor Ray gave some real life examples how the lions help the needy people in their communities and make miracles happens.  He said we need more and more community workers to lend their hands to help a person who in need in every community.  He congratulated Distinguished Couples for their service to the needy in various fields. 

 
During the program Past District Governor Dr. Austin Prabhu inducted six new members to the club with his popular blind folded and candle light induction ceremony.  Several singers and dancers took part in the event to entertain the gathering.
 
Delfin Masangcay welcomed the gathering.  Terry D’Souza gave an invocation, Dr. Dave Herrmann introduced the guests and Wes Salsbury introduced the governor.  Millisa Vasich presentd the officers for the year 2009-10.  Anita Rosa made special presentation for the awardees and Lourdes Livas closed the program with her remarks and vote of thanks.  Michelle Lleno and Millisa Vasich were the emcees for the event.  Masangcay Enterprise, a popular DJ in Filipino community entertained the crowd with their thrilling music and songs.