Lantern Parade, Lantern Making and Coloring Contest and Cultural Performance

5 Oct 2025

Lions Club of Perak Silver rise to the occasion to help organise an eventful Lantern Parade with AEON Mall Station 18 and Loyal Academy in conjunction with Mid-autumn Festival.

Congrats OC Lion Wong Tong Meng, Vice OC Lion Wong Kean Rong, President Lion Dr. Adeline Tham, Club Branch Head Lion Chow Kin Yew and all our organising committee for the successful Mid-autumn Festival jointly organised by AEON Mall Station 18, Lions Club of Perak Silver State and Loyal Academy as main sponsor. The event held from 12pm until 9pm last night was graced by YB Sivakumar, member of Parliament for Batu Gajah,   involved the participation of more than 800 people taking part in Recycling Lantern Making and Colouring contest. There was also a cultural and dance performance and Lantern Parade accompanied by Lion and Dragon Dance.

Other Lion Members who came to assist in the event, which should be given due recognition include:

a. Secretary Tina Leong

b. Treasurer Girlie Lim

c. 1st VP Jemmy Lam

d. BOD Member Thinakaran

e. Jansen Ng Kar Weng

f. Maha Thevan 

This community and cultural programme involved the participation of multi-racial people giving them the exposure and meaning of the significant of Lantern and Moon Cake festival. Close to 100 people took part in the Lantern Making Contest offering RM1,000, RM300, and RM200 to the Champion, 1st runner-up and 2nd runner up respectively. Ten consolation prizes of RM100 each were also provided. This contest is to educate the public on the importance of embracing a recycling culure.

For kids between the age of 5 to 10, there was also a colouring contest held with the participation of about 120 people. The contest offer a prize money of RM200, RM150 and RM100 to the Champion, 1st runner-up and 2nd runner up respectively. Ten consolation prizes of RM50 each were also provided. This contest enable the young to express themselves freely and is important element in their development.

The contests were judged by independent judges from the Malaysia perak Art Societies.

Thank you District GST Coordinator Lion Soon Yeong Nee who came all the way from Penang to witness our event. Also present to support the event was Region 5 Chairperson Lion Dr. Richard Ng and Presidents of Perak Shun Tak, Perak Pun Yue, Perak Nam Hoi, Perak Sun Hing Wan Fow Association and Persatuan Keselamatan dan Komuniti Kepolisan Bukit Merah.

Many thanks too to CL Dance Studio, Yencci Dance Academy and Carol Dance Acaademy for the great dance performance.

#WeServe 

#Back2Basic 

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#Rise2theOccasion

Lantern Making & Colouring Contest, Cultural Performance and Lantern Parade at AEON Mall Station 18 on 5th Oct 2025

 27 Sept 2025

The public and shoppers of AEON Mall Station 18 will have another great opportunity to experience the Lantern Festival, a Traditional Chinese Cultural display in conjunction with Mid-autumn festival this year. Free lanterns and goodies will be given out to the first 500 particiants of the parade which starts at 6.30pm. 

Lions Club of Perak Silver State and Loyal Academy will team up once again with AEON Mall Station 18 to jointly organize the Lantern Making and Colouring Contest 2025 in conjunction with Mid-autumn Festival. This was highlighted during a Press Conference held on 26 Sept 2025 at the AEON Mall Statio 18.

More than RM5,000 worth of prizes and lanterns are up for grab. Thanks to Loyal Academy and our other sponsors.

The contest is open to all races offering cash prize of RM1,000, RM300 and RM200 for Champion, first Runner-up and second Runner-up respectively. There will also be 10 consolation prizes of RM100 each. All lanterns participating in the contest must be submitted to AEON Mall Station 18 on 4th Oct from 3pm to 10pm or 5th Oct from 10am to 2pm. Independ judging of the contest will commence after that.

There is also a Colouring Contest open to Children between 5 to 10 years of all races. Contest will start at 2.30pm to 3.30pm. The Champion, first Runner-up and second Runner-up will receive cash prize of RM200, RM150 and RM100 respectively. 10 consolation prizes of RM50 each.

All participants will receive a Certficate of Participation.

According to Organising Chairman, Lion Wong Kean Rong, the prize presentation will be held at 5.00pm at the ground floor of AEON Mall Station 18. In between contest, there will be cultural and dance performances.

Region 5 Chairperson, Lion Dr. Richard Ng thanked Loyal Academy and AEON Mall Station for this great event aimed to showcase Chinese Traditional Culture. He noted that this event is open to all races and as such he hoped that this year more Malays and Indians will participate in the contest as well as the Lantern Parade in order to foster a close relationship and understanding. The colouring contest will enable the students to express their creativity and talents. 

At 6.30pm the public of all races have the opportunity to take part in the lantern parade where 500 lanterns will be given out free. Participants will also receive goodies from AEON Mall Station 18. The lantern parade will be accompanied by Lion dance within the compound of the mall.

Other co-sponsors include; PCCCI Batu Gajah, Perak Shun Tak Association, Perak Pun Yue Association, Perak Nam Hoi Association, Malaysia Sun Hing Wan Fow Association, Shan De Charity Home, Lexda Bina, Techno Water, TSW Consultant and Management, Malaysia Perak Art Society, Ipoh Rising Star, Ipoh Mandarin ToastMasters Club, CL Dance Academy, Yencci Dance Studio, and Carol Dance Centre.

New Member Orientation Program for Lion Members

 9 Sept 2025

The Lions Club New Member Orientation program is designed to welcome, engage, and empower new Lions as they begin their journey in community service and leadership. This program introduces participants to the history, values, structure, and mission of Lions Clubs International, while also highlighting the unique role of their local club within the global network.

It was conducted by Dr. Richard Ng via Google Meet and broadcasted live on Titktok with the participation of 25 Lion Members and 1,200 Tiktok Viewers.  

The following is the Notes transcribed by Gemini AI for reference.

Abstract:

Dr. Richard Ng, a long-serving Lion member, introduced himself and provided a comprehensive overview of Lionism, covering its history, the Lions Club's slogan, and its global expansion, emphasizing the importance of recruiting younger members and women. Dr. Richard Ng, Wendy Kan, and Patrick Wong reviewed the Lions Club's Code of Ethics, stressing integrity, loyalty, and service, while also outlining the organizational structure, membership types, and key leaders, along with Mission 1.5's goal of 1.5 million members by June 30, 2027. The session concluded with Richard Ng detailing various community projects, including hunger relief, youth development, and disaster relief, highlighting the emotional impact of such work and offering a QR code for evaluation and certificate issuance.

Dr. Richard Ng highlighted that Google Meet's Gemini AI would transcribe and summarize meeting content, making it easier for attendees to refer to notes rather than reviewing long video recordings.

Google Meet Gemini Notes:

Introduction and Background of Dr. Richard Ng

Dr. Richard Ng introduced himself as a Lion member since 2006, having served in various positions including marketing director, service chairperson, membership chairperson, and president from 2020 to 2024. He also mentioned his current roles as Zone 14 and Region 5 Chairperson. He emphasized his initiative to train members, especially new inductees, due to the lack of new member orientation in the past.

Historical Highlights of Lionism

Dr. Richard Ng provided historical context for the Lions Club International, noting it was started by Melvin Jones, who believed in helping those in need. He explained that the organization became an international service entity in 1920, registered in Canada.

Dr. Richard Ng also referenced Helen Keller's famous quote, "Alone you can do so little. Together, we can do so much," emphasizing the power of collective action.

Lions Club Slogan 

Dr. Richard Ng explained that the Lions Club slogan "we serve" originated in 1954 and continues to guide members, reflecting their commitment to serving the community out of love rather than obligation. He shared his 20 years of experience as a Lion, acknowledging the personal sacrifices involved, and stressed the importance of serving with sincerity and without high expectations for gratitude.

Lions Club Membership Demographics and Expansion

Dr. Richard Ng noted that the average age of Lions Club members is 67, highlighting the need to recruit younger individuals and more female participants to lower this average. He mentioned the establishment of LEO clubs for those over 12 years old as part of the effort to bring in younger members.

Lions Club International Foundation (LCIF) and Melvin Jones Fellow (MJF)

Dr. Richard Ng explained that the Lions Club International Foundation (LCIF) was established to raise funds for global service projects, such as disaster relief and grants for community projects. He detailed the Melvin Jones Fellow (MJF) recognition for those who contribute $1,000 USD to LCIF, emphasizing that contributions can be accumulated over time.

Lions Club in Malaysia

Dr. Richard Ng informed the attendees that the first Lions Club in Malaysia was formed in Kuala Lumpur on February 18, 1959, known as the Lions Club of Kuala Lumpor host. He explained that the "host" designation indicates the first club established in a particular state or region.

Lions Club International Milestones and Growth

Dr. Richard Ng stated that in 1973, Lions Club International reached 1 million members, and their current target is 1.5 million members by June 30, 2027. He also mentioned the abandonment of women's clubs in 2022 since launched in 1987 to promote gender equality within the organization.

Core Projects and Initiatives

Dr. Richard Ng outlined eight core projects that Lions Clubs focus on, including childhood cancer awareness, diabetes prevention, disaster relief, environmental protection, humanitarian aid, hunger relief, vision care, and youth development. He emphasized that humanitarian projects are broad and can include diverse activities like community gardening.

Peace Poster Contest and Partnerships

Dr. Richard Ng highlighted the Peace Poster Contest, started in 1988, as a way to cultivate peace among young people, citing the first winner from Lebanon. He also noted LCIF's partnership with the Carter Center in 1999 to combat river blindness in Africa and Latin America.

Membership Criteria and Engagement

Dr. Richard Ng clarified that anyone with compassion and enthusiasm can join the Lions Club, regardless of their professional status or financial background, as long as they do not have a criminal record or are not bankrupt. He stressed the importance of engaging members and appreciating their contributions to ensure retention, noting that lack of appreciation can lead to members leaving.

Lions Club Organizational Structure and Values

Dr. Richard Ng explained the acronym L.I.O.N.S. as "Liberty, Intelligence, Our Nation's Safety," which guides the organization's mission to foster understanding, promote good governance, and encourage civic engagement. He clarified the distinction between "Lions International" and "Lions Clubs International" and the symbolic meaning of the Lions Club logo.

Code of Ethics

Dr. Richard Ng reviewed the Lions Club's Code of Ethics, emphasizing the importance of integrity, loyalty, and service without personal financial reward. Wendy Kan and Pat Wong helped read sections of the code, which underscored values such as industriousness, earning a good reputation, and avoiding unfair advantage.

Lion's Code of Ethics Dr. Richard Ng emphasized the importance of adhering to the Lion's Code of Ethics, highlighting that members must prioritize friendship, community obligation, and empathy. They also stressed the importance of constructive criticism and liberal praise, suggesting that criticism should be private while praise should be public.

Lions Club Structure and Member Importance

Dr. Richard Ng detailed the organizational structure of the Lions Club, including members, clubs, zones, regions, districts, multiple districts, and international levels. They underscored that members are the most crucial asset, as without them, a club cannot thrive or function effectively.

Membership Types and Financials

Dr. Richard Ng clarified that most attendees are active members, though other types like associate and honorary members exist for significant contributors. They also mentioned that district dues are now $50 USD and that local clubs have autonomy over their membership fees, as long as international and district dues are paid.

District and International Leadership

Dr. Richard Ng identified District 308 B2 as encompassing Kedah, Perak, Selangor, and Cameron Highlands, and highlighted key leaders such as immediate past district governor Lion Don Hoe and current district governor Tan Say Cheong. He also introduced the international president, AP Singh, and three international vice presidents: Mark Leon, Dr. Manosha, and Tony Benhow.

Mission 1.5 and Global Initiatives

Dr. Richard Ng discussed Mission 1.5, which aims to achieve 1.5 million members by June 30, 2027, encouraging clubs to recruit at least two new members for positive growth. They also outlined the eight global causes and emphasized specific projects like mental health awareness (October 4-12), hunger relief (January 3-11), and environment projects (April 18-26), urging clubs to engage in preventive actions.

Community Projects and Aid

Dr. Richard Ng showcased various projects undertaken by Lions Clubs, including hunger relief, environmental initiatives, vision testing, health checks, and childhood cancer support. He shared a particularly touching example of supporting children with cancer and their families at a center, noting the emotional impact of such work.

Youth Development and Disaster Relief

Dr. Richard Ng highlighted a youth development project where their club donated paint to a school, helping to cheer up students and encourage attendance. They also discussed a joint disaster relief project appealing for non-cash contributions like drinking water and hygiene kits, specifying ideal item sizes for efficient distribution.

Training and Recognition

Dr. Richard Ng concluded the session by announcing that Loyal Academy sponsored the Google Meet and certificates for the training, emphasizing the academy's slogan: "We always begin with your expectation and end with your achievement".

Free Public Lecture: Leadership and Power by Dr. Richard Ng

 29 Aug 2025:

In conjunction with 68th Merdeka Celebration. A public lecture on "Leadership and Power" was organised by Ipoh Rising Star, a branch club of Lions Club of Perak Silver State and sponsored by The Loyal Academy, a smart partner of UTMSPACE.

The project aim is to provide Professional Development Training to Professionals, NGO leaders, and businessmen so that they are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to manage their subordinates more effectively.

The lecture was conducted by Loyal Academy Academic Director, Dr. Richard Ng via Google Meet from 9pm to 10pm. A total of 17 people attended the lecture. The lecture was also broadcast via TikTok Live and viewed by 830 viewers.

All participants will receive the Certificate of Attendance issued by The Loyal Academy.

The following is the Lecture Summary as compiled by Gemini AI:

Public Lecture on Leadership and Power:

Dr. Richard Ng commenced a public lecture on leadership and power, emphasizing its relevance for individuals in business, NGOs, and various professions. He explained that leadership is not merely about vision and influence, noting that some appointed leaders may lack these qualities. Dr. Richard Ng discussed the relationship between leadership and power, asserting that power determines how leaders achieve compliance, commitment, and manage resistance. He concluded that leadership without power is ineffective, and leaders must be empowered and trusted by their superiors.

Power and Leadership Ethics:

Richard Ng emphasized that understanding power helps leaders use it ethically and effectively to achieve sustainable goals. They noted that leadership effectiveness is dependent on how power is exercised, highlighting the distinction between formal power, which is appointed and comes with a title, and informal power, which is derived from passion, influence, skill, and experience.

Sources of Power:

Richard Ng elaborated on five bases of power, as proposed by French and Raven. They identified legitimate power, derived from an appointment or election, reward power, based on the ability to give incentives or recognition, coercive power, which relies on fear or threats, expert power, stemming from knowledge and skill, and referent power, based on personal traits, charisma, and admiration.

Additional Power Sources: 

Dr. Richard Ng identified additional sources of power beyond the five bases. They discussed informational power, which comes from possessing valuable knowledge, connection power, derived from influential networks, and resource power, which involves control over budgets and other essential resources.

Power Versus Leadership: 

Dr. Richard Ng explained that managers typically rely on formal power, including legitimate, reward, and coercive powers. Leonard Chan added that in volunteer organizations like the Lions Club, persuasive power is more effective because members are volunteers and cannot be ordered. Dr. Richard Ng further noted that effective leaders often rely more on personal power, such as expertise, skill, and referent power, to achieve sustainable leadership.

Empowerment and Shared Power 

Dr. Richard Ng stressed the importance of empowering people rather than controlling them, especially in NGOs and with younger generations, as this fosters commitment and allows individuals to be innovative. They suggested that leaders should adopt a participative approach, actively engaging with their teams rather than observing from a distance.

Leadership Styles and Power Use: 

Dr. Richard Ng described several leadership styles. They defined transformational leadership as the ability to inspire and encourage innovation, aiming to improve upon previous achievements and transform the organization. Dr. Richard Ng also discussed transactional leadership, which is task-oriented and rewards performance, and servant leadership, characterized by leaders who work alongside their teams and build trust and loyalty. They cautioned against authoritarian leadership, which relies heavily on coercive power and is generally ineffective.

Effective Leadership Tactics: 

Dr. Richard Ng explained that effective leaders utilize soft tactics, such as persuasion and inspiration, over hard tactics like coercion and pressure. They also differentiated between positive and negative uses of power, advocating for empowering teams, motivating employees, building trust, and driving change, while cautioning against micromanagement, abuse of authority, intimidation, and favoritism.

Ethics and Responsibility in Leadership: 

Dr. Richard Ng emphasized the importance of ethical and responsible conduct in leadership, regardless of the level of power. They highlighted that ethical behavior involves making decisions that bring the greatest good to the greatest number of people, referencing the Kantian moral principle. 

Dr. Richard Ng concluded by reiterating that leadership and power are inseparable, and leaders face the challenge of using power ethically to empower others and foster commitment rather than mere compliance.