District Governor DG Ross Drapalik (765)346-2443 [email protected]
1st Vice District Governor 1VDG Chloe Weyrauch (701)641-2065
2nd Vice District Governor 2VDG Doug Eversole (574)859-2682
Cabinet Secretary Lion Gretchen Xinopoulos (317)440-6711
Cabinet Treasurer Lion Karen McKellar (317)769-2427
Newsletter Editor Lion Charlotte Query (812)829-4496 [email protected]
Public Relations PDG Sara Provines (812)829-3168 [email protected]
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
Issue No. 4 District 25C Chronicles October 2016
Wow and More Wow!
Just when I thought the highlight of the September was the District 25C Banner Night on September 25th, the clubs of District 25C just put the cherry on top of the sundae with the District’s first 100%-100% filing month of our Monthly Membership Reports (MMR) and Service Activity Reports (SAR). There was no way that we are not going to celebrate, and my article just had to take a back seat to this feat. This just may be the first time that this has ever been accomplished in any of the districts in Indiana and even possibly the entire world. There is just one word that really applies:
So now, let’s take a breath. Breathe…breathe…breathe! Now back to Banner Night. It was really great to see a total of 21 club banners spanning the room the room in Martinsville, and all of the Past District Governors passing the flame of Lionism (even though they were only battery powered candles) across the generations of Lions represented.
My home club, the Martinsville Noon Lions Club, hosted the event, and I can never thank them enough for all of the support that they have shown since I decided to move into the chairs of eventually becoming your District Governor. There are so many people and Lions to thank and just so much space, but I really want to thank our First Lady of District 25C, Lion Jennifer, for all of her hard work on rounding up the volunteers, making countless telephone calls, and making the afternoon a success. The cakes were just one of the hits. They all did a banner job.
As we usher in October, my District Governor tour really starts to pick up steam. There are nine club visitations scheduled this month, and even more scheduled in November. There are still eight clubs which need to schedule their official visits. And when I do make it to your club, don’t forget to come up with your “Remember when…?” stories. I’m starting to amass quite a collection of stories from our clubs.
Probably the most important event for the Lions of Indiana this month is when Lions Clubs International President Bob Corlew comes back to Indiana on October 23-24. IP Bob will be coming to the Council of Governors meeting in Indianapolis on the 23rd, followed by an informal dinner in Clermont, Indiana (see the flier), and then going to the Indiana Secretary of State’s Office on the 24th. That is the day that he will be reenacting the original signing of the incorporation papers of the International Association of Lions Club, as filed by Dr. W.P. Woods on October 24, 1916.
This reenactment, 100 years to the day, is extremely significant for the Lions of Indiana. We have always heard about how Melvin Jones started a letter writing campaign in 1917 to invite like-minded individuals to meet in Chicago, Illinois, and how he became known as the “Founder” of Lions Clubs International, but International President Corlew’s coming to Indiana to celebrate this anniversary cements Indiana’s claim as being the true birthplace of Lionism. This is something that should make the Lions of Indiana proud.
DG Ross Drapalik
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
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Leadership and Learning in Omaha
In my last column, I referenced that Summer was almost gone, and as I sit here with a jacket on, I think it has. Although we may have a few more hot days, enjoy the cooler weather!
During September 14th through the 17th, I was able to attend the USA/Canada Leadership Forum that was held in Omaha, Nebraska. This was my first Leadership Forum, and it was a great experience. I and another First VDG traveled to Omaha on Wednesday the 14th so that we could be there ahead of the beginning meetings on Thursday. That left time to get ourselves acclimated to the area, and pick up a few essentials.
The banquets were very nice, giving an opportunity to meet Lions from many different areas. The food was wonderful, and there was a lot of it!
There were 71 different seminars, which meant that everyone could find something that would interest them. I had to choose seminars that would help me in what I’m going to be doing in the next couple of years, but next year when the Forum is held in Portland, Oregon, I will have an opportunity to pick up some of the other seminars that looked interesting. In 2018 the Forum will be in Columbus, Ohio, 2019 in Spokane, Washington, 2020 in Louisville, Kentucky.
One of the really special parts of the Forum was the Service Project that I participated in on Saturday afternoon. USA/Canada Forum partnered with The Outreach Program, whose mission is “Providing safe water, food, medical care and education to children and those in need at home and abroad.” to package over 100,000 meals that would be distributed to locations in Omaha. It was a lot of fun working on the assembly line with people that I had never met before, and was great knowing that this group effort was going to help those in most need.
For those of you who have not attended a District Banner Night, you missed a great one in Martinsville on Sunday, September 25th. This is a time for fellowship with other Lions in your District (or Multiple District), as well as the transferring of the Banner from the Immediate Past District Governor to the current District Governor. Fellowship is the key word here. So many times we are in a situation when we are attending a conference or a convention that we don’t have time to socialize. Banner Nights are great for that—building a relationship with Lions from all over the District and Multiple District.
I’d like to suggest that you start making plans to attend the 25C District Convention which will be held March 11, 2017 at Turkey Run State Park, and the 2017 Lions Indiana State Convention which will be held April 26-30, 2017 in Evansville, Indiana.
Yours in Lionism,
Chloe Weyrauch
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
Issue No. 4 District 25C Chronicles October 2016
District 25C 2nd Cabinet Meeting Saturday, October 15, 2016
Hosted by the Martinsville Noon Lions Club
South Central Indiana REMC Community Room 300 Morton Avenue, Martinsville, Indiana
Registration begins at 9:30 am with the PDG Meeting beginning at 9:45 am.
Cabinet Meeting to begin at 10:45 am
Lunch to be provided by the Martinsville Noon Lions Club at a cost of $10/person (children 12 and under free)
LUNCH MENU: Bernie’s Pork BBQ, Sides, Dessert, Drinks
Names / Titles:
Club:
Number attending: @ $10.00 per person (12 and under free)
Amount enclosed: $
Please RSVP by October 14, 2016 to DG Ross Drapalik, P.O. Box 1062, Martinsville, IN 46151 or via email at [email protected] or telephone 765-346-2443.
Make checks payable to the MARTINSVILLE NOON LIONS CLUB.
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
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International President (IP) Corlew recently announced that we reached the 100 million people served milestone in the Centennial Service Challenge. As we celebrate this incredible accomplishment, let's renew our commit- ment to serve those who need us so much. The Centennial Celebration is a great time for every Lion to get involved in service.
There is still time to invite new members to serve with you, to dedicate a Centennial Community Legacy Project in your community, and continue supporting the Centennial Service Challenge by hosting youth, vision, hunger and environmental projects. Be sure to report your activities through MyLCI so we can share our impact with Lions and the world.
How will your club celebrate our Centennial? In between service projects and recruitment events, take some time to celebrate the Centennial with your club. After all, this only happens once every 100 years. "Ways to Celebrate" on the LCI website contains a list of ideas to get you started (www.lionsclubs.org --- Lions 100 -- Programs -- Ways to Celebrate). Share your ideas with me, and I will share them with the district through our e- mail communication system.
PDG Sara Provines 25C Centennial Coordinator [email protected]
Congratulations Lions
Congratulations to all our clubs for the filing of last month’s Monthly Membership Reports (MMR) and Service Activity Reports (SAR). The standard is set and our goal 100% filing each month of both of these reports has been. By only taking a few minutes each month, you have made District 25C the leader in reporting.
With harvest season starting, some members will be absent from club meetings. So it is up to all of us to keep them informed on activities of your club. Make a call to a fellow Lion and let them know they are missed.
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
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Our 2nd Cabinet Meeting is October 15, in Martinsville. Come join us and together will we make this a productive meeting full of good fellowship.
Lastly, why not get involved with vision screening? The rewards are great!
Thanks, Doug Eversole, 2nd VDG
A New Possibility
The Brownsburg Lions took the opportunity in attending a “Volunteer Fair.” The purpose of this event was to allow Not-for-Profit organizations to showcase their activities to the public and answer questions.
The Lions displayed the State Projects, described individual clubs and had a great time! As a result of this event, they talked with nearly a hundred people about the impact of programs related to Leader Dog, Speech and Hearing, the Eye Bank, ISBVI, and Cancer. Concrete results included two new members for Brownsburg, a possible member for Lizton, and a mother and 10-year-old daughter who want to volunteer for the Christmas Parade and Breakfast with Santa for the Brownsburg Club.
This sort of event is excellent exposure for you club! If you would like information and/or ideas about to make this sort of event happen, contact Lion Ray Furner at 317-852-8087, or email him at [email protected].
Pictured above: Lion Ray Furner, Brownsburg (Indiana Lions Speech & Hearing), Lion Tom Robbins, Zionsville; Lion Gail Robbins, Zionsville (Indiana Lions for Leader Dog); Lion Paul Morrison, Brownsburg; Lion Tom Campbell, Brownsburg. (Not pictured but participating: Kathy Frederick-Caldwell, Lizton (Indiana Lions Cancer Control Fund)
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
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2016-17 International Peace Poster Contest/Peace Essay Contest “A Celebration of Peace”
Each year, Lions Clubs from around the world encourage the youth in their communities to share their ideas about peace by means of the visual arts and by penned essays through LCI Peace Poster and Peace Essay contests. This contest is open to children 11-13 years of age on November 15, 2016.
One winning poster and essay will be awarded with the international grand prize. The winner is also awarded $5,000 plus a trip to a special award ceremony. Twenty-three (23) merit award winners will each receive $500 and a certificate of achievement.
Kits must be purchased from the LCI Store by October 1, 2016 at a cost of $11.95 + taxes and S&H Clubs may submit one (1) poster delivered/postmarked to DG Ross Drapalik by November 15, 2016 International contest winners will be notified by February 1, 2017
For more information, contact Lion Jennifer Drapalik at [email protected] or 765-346-1231.
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/how-we-serve/youth/peace-poster-contest/index.php
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
Issue No. 4 District 25C Chronicles October 2016
Lions Dignity Award for District 25C
This award is given to the district who have achieved the goals of the following categories:
Gold: Positive growth in period 1 (July 1-December 31) and period 2 (January 1 to June 30) of the lion year. Silver: positive growth in one of the two periods of the lion year. Positive growth in the two periods will also be recognized with a Leadership Medal. Districts who achieve positive growth that is higher than the district’s 5-year average and charter at least one new club both period 1 and period 2 will earn the highest level of recognition with a signature Lions Dignity Pin, a Presidential Medal and four Leadership Medals to share with their team.
District 25C distinguished themselves by being positive in periods 1 and 2 and chartering a new club (a two-crane award). Completion of the program was no easy task and congratulations and appreciation for your dedication to Lions Clubs International was extended to the District Governor by Dr. Jitsuhiro Yamada (Immediate Past International President). He also thanked the district for our outstanding commitment to strengthening our district. Only a small percentage (72 of 748 districts or 10%) earned a Lions Dignity Award. I add my congratulations to all of you and please keep up the good work. IPDG R. L. McKellar
Going GREEN by Getting Dirty
District 25C Environmental Committee Chair, Lion Todd Settle of the Zionsville Lions Club, organized a cleanup day along Eagle Creek that runs through the Zionsville. Pictured above are some of the more than 100 volunteers that helped. Do you have a project like this in your community and looking for some guidance on getting it done? Get a hold of Lion Todd at [email protected] .
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
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Get ready Indiana Lions. Make plans to attend the Lions Clubs International Convention and 100th Anniversary Celebration in Chicago, Illinois June 30 through July 4, 2017. Your Indiana Lions International Convention Committee is working hard to ensure your attendance is memorable. In the coming months, we will be passing along more information as plans are completed by Lions Clubs International.
If you have any questions, go to the LCICon web site at http://lcicon.lionsclubs.org/EN/index.php . . .
. . . or contact one of your ICC members. We hope to see you there! 2016-2017 ICC Members
PDG Dan Wilcox, Chairman – [email protected] PDG Gary Ochs – [email protected] PCC Reed Fish – [email protected] Council Chair Vic Fisher – [email protected] State Administrative Secretary PCC Sue Topf – [email protected] State Comptroller PCC Vernon Provines – [email protected]
Vision Services Committee and Updates
There are a number of exciting moves happening in the District and State Lions Vision world!
Vision Screening season is starting! We are welcoming the Logansport schools and North Montgomery Schools to this year’s screening efforts, along with four other school corporations. Our current forecast is another record year of SchoolSight in District C: over 28,000 kids screened by Lions teams.
Lafayette Lions hosted our first screening training of the year on September 13th with 21 Lions from seven clubs attending. Purdue Pre-Optometry students also attended, and are fired up about this year’s efforts.
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
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Some of our teams are short of veteran screeners due to family emergencies or medical issues this year. So if you were ever interested in screening, Now’s the time! Save the date for October 11th and sign up for training now! Contact your club secretary or Zone Chair for more information.
October 10-15th is World Vision Week, with Lions awards for participation! Have your club help with a screening or perform another event to support vision or aid to the blind and WIN! Eyeglass recycling, vision screening, leader dog parties, you name it, DO IT and win a nice attaboy from Lions.
At the State level, the Sight Conservation committee has been renamed Vision Services. There is a proposal before Council to re-task the committee to help support district and club efforts in vision screening, vision support, and vision education. This would help clubs provide more services and be better equipped to provide screenings. The language to make this change is now in committee for approval and will be presented at the next Council meeting for action. This is a very exciting and promising development.
Fall is a perfect time to sponsor a community eyeglass recycling drive! This is an easy project that can be added to fall festivals, cookouts and events of all types. Contact Lora Fenwick (Brazil Lions) at (812) 878-2170 for more info.
October 11th will also be a training date for Operation KidSight camera screening for pre-schoolers. This is one of the easiest and fun screening projects you can do.
Indiana Lions vision efforts are well known- we are the model for many efforts in screening, aid to the blind, eyeglass recycling, and eyeglass provision. At the USA-Canada Forum this year, the questions to me were always “How do you do this in Indiana?” Our reputation precedes us. It has been built on your dedication to deliver the help when other agencies and organizations failed.
We Serve. We Deliver. I’m proud of each and every one of our 25C Lions.
PDG Charlie Short, District 25C Vision Services Chair
Operation KidSight State Coordinator, Lion Sheila Joyce Owen (Riley) & PDG Ray Collins (Riley) assisted Spencer Christoff, trains District 25C Lions on September 13. Not Lions Mark Parmeter, PDG Larry Fair, Linda Davis, Lova sure that “I think this gizmo fits into the what-cha-ma-call- Standeford, PDGs Vernon and Sara Provines and Gloria it and then we...” was part of the training. Hoppe with vision screen over 800 students in Owen County.
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
Issue No. 4 District 25C Chronicles October 2016
WELCOME TO THE DISTRICT 25C PRIDE
Club Name Sponsor Brookston Lions Club Lion Brittany Lovejoy-Haynes Lion Sheryl Oilar Brownsburg Lions Club Lion Mary E. Jessen Lion Ray Furner Lion David B. Moore Lion Ray Furner Camden Lions Club Lion Jessica N. Deel Lion Brent Deel Lion Mike Eiler Lion Robert Dittman Lion George L. Rogers Lion Robert Dittman Lion Carson L. Rouhier Lion Kenneth Berkshire Lafayette Lions Club Lion Anna Wilson PDG Pat Short Lion Larry Fisher transfer Martinsville Noon Lions Club Lion Megan K. Bauer Lion Dave Rinehart Spencer Lions Club Lion Larry Huffman Lion James P M Query Lion Donald Miller Lion George Greenwood Young America Lions Club Lion Marianne M. Easton Lion Kimberly Sponaugle Lion Ray Easton Lion Kimberly Sponaugle
IN MEMORIUM
Plainfield Lions Club Lion James J. Pea
Top Left: Sponsor PDG Pat Short, new Lafayette Lion Anna Wilson, and DG Ross. Top Right: Sponsor IPDG Dick McKellar, new mem- ber Lion Nytarsha Thomas, Membership Chair Keith Hughes, new Lion Kim Becker with her sponsor 1st Vice Pres Gail Robbins.
Lafayette Lions Club Zionsville Lions Club Bottom Left: Sponsor Lion Charlotte Query, new Lion Linda Davis and Cub L.J., sponsor Lion Shirley Duni- gan, new Lions Jeanne and Renos Litten, and sponsor Lion Norm Dunigan
Bottom Right: Secretary Pam Roloff, sponsor Lion Dave Rinehart, new Lion Megan Bauer, and PID Spencer Lions Club Linda Tincher Martinsville Noon Lions Club
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
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BANNER NIGHT
Eat your own DG Ross and centerpiece his father, cake John Drapalik
“Passing the Flame” District 25C Cabinet
Danielle and IPDG Dick and FLD Yahzi DG Ross
District 25C First Family
MD 25 Council of Governors
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
Issue No. 4 District 25C Chronicles October 2016
Please send your photos/articles to District 25C Newsletter Editor Lion Charlotte Query [email protected]
by the 20th of the month.
Please send your event flyers to District 25C Public Relations Chair PDG Sara Provines [email protected] for distribution between the newsletter publications.
To submit your photos for possible Publication in the HOOSIER LION, please send them to PDG Sara Provines [email protected]
District Governor Ross Drapalik www.e-district.org/sites/25c/
2018 INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION PIN DESIGN Las vegas, nevada, usA
The 2018 International Convention is again here in the USA… …not as close as Chicago, but only a short flight away.
1. Start thinking about gambling, shopping, fine dining, entertainment and nightlife. And don’t forget the Grand Canyon and the Flying Elvis’s! 2. This design does not have to be created by a Lion, but can be submitted by Lions friends and family members, Leos or students in our communities. 3. Remember, we are looking for concepts, not finished art 4. Each club is asked to submit 1 design to its District Governor by (DG sets date). 5. One design will be selected by each DG and submitted to State Council in January. 6. One of these will be selected to be our MD25 state pin for 2018. 7. The pin design must include:
• MD 25 Indiana (as text) • Las Vegas representation • 2018 • MD25 graphic representation • The Lion Club Intl. Logo
8. Our MD 25 pin usually includes a race car and/or the outline of Indiana. 9. Other than these criteria, the design options are pretty much wide open. 10. So, get your creative juices flowing and let’s see a winning design from MD-25!
2014 Toronto 2015 Honolulu 2016 Fukuoka 2017 Chicago 2018 Las Vegas
THE LIONS OF INDIANA 28TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2016
PLAINFIELD HIGH SCHOOL 1 RED PRIDE DRIVE, PLAINFIELD, IN
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Registration & Lunch 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. Continental Breakfast 8:00 A.M. – 9:10 A.M. Displays And Silent Auction Open until 3:30 P.M. Keynote Speaker 1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Opening Session 9:15 A.M. – 9:35 A.M. Afternoon Workshop 2:15 P.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Morning Workshop 9:45 A.M. – 11:45 A.M. Third Session Seminar 2:15 P.M. – 3:15 P.M.
First Session Seminar 9:45 A.M. – 10:45 A.M. Fourth Session Seminar 3:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Second Session Seminar 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Closing Session 4:35 P.M. – 4:45 P.M.
TO REACH PLAINFIELD HIGH SCHOOL:
Exit I-70 at Plainfield Exit (Exit 66), turn North on IN S.R. 267 (Quaker Blvd.) to Reeves Road. Turn West on Reeves, proceed to Plainfield High School at 1 Red Pride Drive.
Enter building at Door #21, in the FRONT of the building.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations requested ten (10) days before the conference will receive full refunds, but cancellations requested after that date will not receive any refund. Refunds will not be granted because of the weather.
*NOTE: THE LIONS CONFERENCE COMMITTEE WOULD LIKE THOSE ATTENDING FOR THE FIRST TIME TO INDICATE WHO IS SPONSORING THEM TO ATTEND OR WHO HAS INFLUENCED THEM TO ATTEND THEIR FIRST MID-WINTER CONFERENCE. THERE IS A LINE ON THE REGISTRATION FORM FOR THIS INFORMATION. TH 28 ANNUAL LIONS CONFERENCE FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER NOVEMBER 4, 2016 Make your plans now to join us at the Plainfield Community High School (at 1 Red Pride Drive) for an evening of food, fun, and fellowship. Menu: Beef Tenderloin, Baked Fish, Roasted Red Potatoes, Vegetables, Salad, Rolls, Dessert, Drinks Price: $15.00 Social Time: 6:00 P.M. Dinner: 6:30 P.M. Fill out your Registration Form today for the 28th Conference and the Friday Night Dinner. You will have a great time, renewing old friendships and making new ones. Official Conference Hotel – Baymont Inn and Suites in Plainfield The hotel will be the Plainfield Baymont Inn and Suites. Their address is 6010 Gateway Drive, Plainfield, Indiana; Telephone number is 317-837-9000. YOU MUST USE THIS LOCAL PHONE NUMBER TO RECEIVE LIONS ROOM RATE! RESERVATIONS: LIONS ROOM RATES ARE: $65.00 PLUS TAX MENTION INDIANA LIONS TO GET THE SPECIAL LIONS RATE. Directions to Baymont Inn and Suites: From the North: I-65 South to I-465 SW to I-70 West to exit 66. Turn right and go to 1st light and turn left, then turn at 1st left onto Gateway Dr. From the South: I-65 North to I-70 West to exit 66. Turn right and go to 1st light and turn left, then 1st left to Gateway Dr. From the East: I-70 West to exit 66. Turn right and go to 1st light and turn left onto Gateway Dr. From the West: I-70 East to exit 66, turn left at 2nd light, then left and then quick left onto Gateway Dr.
Baymont Inn and Suites, Plainfield 6010 Gateway Drive 317-837-9000 Seminar and Workshop Selections CHOOSE: one (1) Workshop in the Morning and one (1) Workshop in the Afternoon; OR one (1) Workshop in the Morning and two (2) Seminars in the Afternoon; OR two (2) Seminars in the Morning and one (1) Workshop in the Afternoon; OR two (2) Seminars in the Morning and two (2) Seminars in the Afternoon.
"WORKSHOPS - 2 HOURS EACH" (Morning: 9:45 A.M. to 11:45 A.M.) (Afternoon: 2:15 P.M. to 4:30 P.M. with short break)
WORKSHOP "A": LEADERSHIP IN ACTION (A. M.) – Presenters – PDG Herb Stevens and PDG Mark Clark "The ten eyes of action consist of: a) six facets of leadership and b) four facets of management."
WORKSHOP "B": OPERATION KIDSIGHT: HOW TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL VISION SCREENING (P.M.) - Presenters – Sheila Christoff and Janice Chapman “During this session, you will be hands=on with the Plus Optix cameras, learn the procedures set up by Operation Kidsight, tips and tricks to get that child’s picture, and be updated on all the forms.”
WORKSHOP "C": BUILD YOUR OWN CLUB WEBSITE FOR FREE. FROM BEGINNERS TO ADVANCED (P.M.) – Presenter = PDG Connie Roe “Use the LCI e-clubhouse approved fonts and logos that also include built-in LCI links. Bring your own media device to follow along the presentation.”
"SEMINARS - 1 HOUR EACH" (Morning: 9:45 A.M. to 10:45 A.M.) (Afternoon: 2:15 P.M. to 3:15 P.M.) (Morning: 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.) (Afternoon: 3:30 P.M. to 4:30 P.M.)
SEMINAR "1": HOW LIONS CLUBS CAN PREVENT SCAMS AND FRAUDS (P.M.) – Presenter – Indiana Attorney General’s Office “Learn how not to be a victim of scams and frauds, and how Lions Clubs can provide Fraud Forums in their communities.”
SEMINAR "2": STATE TAX GUIDELINES FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS (A.M.) -- Presenter – Adam Caddell “Will cover a variety of tax information for nonprofit organizations, including nonprofit recognition, tax codes and regulations, information bulletins, sales tax responsibilities, and use tax responsibilities.”
SEMINAR "3": THE LIONS LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY AND YOUR CLUB (A.M.) – Presenter – David Kingsbury, LCI Legal Division "Will describe what the policy covers and doesn’t cover, how your Club can apply for coverage, and the process to follow if a claim is made."
SEMINAR "4": MEMBER ORIENTATION – FOR NEW AND SEASONED LIONS (P.M.) – Presenter – PCC Reed Fish "Learn about the history, structure, growth and vision of our Association from year one until today. If you have never been to an orientation program, we invite you to this informative session."
SEMINAR “5”: THE MISSION OF LCIF (A.M.) - Presenter - PDG Gary Ochs "Every day, Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) works to fulfill our mission “To support the efforts of Lions Clubs and partners in serving communities locally and globally, giving hope and impacting lives through humanitarian service projects and grants.” Because of you, we are treating the people we serve with dignity and working together in the spirit of harmony, all in the name of humanity. Join this seminar to learn more for your Lions Club about your Foundation." SEMINAR “6”: WOMEN, FAMILY & TEA – SERVICE OF THE CENTURY! (P.M.) Presenters - PDG Kathy Lozier and Lion Charlotte Query "We will present history, ideas and ways for you and your Club members to work together with others in your community to provide “Service” for those in need well into the next Century!"
SEMINAR “7”: THE JOYS OF TAIL TWISTING (P.M.) – Presenter – PDG Frank Ruane "Learn how creative Tail Twisting can enliven and make meetings exciting for Lions of all ages."
SEMINAR "8": ACHIEVING CLUB EXCELLENCE (A.M.) – Presenter – PCC David Fiandt "Simple tools to help your Club become a stronger Club, better able to serve your community and improve member satisfaction."
SEMINAR "9": 100TH LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION IN CHICAGO: WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO (A.M.) – Presenter – PDG Dan Wilcox
SEMINAR “10”: FIND YOUR CLUB’S TWIN IN LCI – LEARN ABOUT A DG FRIENDSHIP IN JAPAN (A.M. AND P.M.) – Presenter – 1VDG Melissa Baker "Discover the joys of an international twin club, the possibilities for greater understanding, travel, and friendships."
SEMINAR “11": LIONS CLUBS VISION SERVICES AND VISION SCREENING (A.M.) – Presenter – PDG Charlie Short "Hear about the fastest growing service project in Indiana Lions history, and what it means for your Club! Vision screening for schools, senior centers, health fairs and public events means new membership, better community engagement, healthier Hosiers and FUN. What does it take? What does it cost? Find out!"
SEMINAR “12”: CLUB SECRETARY: AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE LIONS TEAM (P.M.) – Presenter = PDG Ann Haffner "The role of the Club Secretary has changed! Clear communications, record keeping, MYLCI reporting and online access to club reports, and other tools and responsibilities will be covered."
SEMINAR "13": INDIANA LIONS CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION (P.M.) – Presenter – PDG Vern Tincher "Learn some of the ways for MD 25 and its Clubs to celebrate Lions 100 years of service."
SEMINAR "14": THE BASICS OF BLADDER CANCER (A.M.) – Presenter – Lion Dottie Flack "Discussion will include diagnosis, staging, and various treatment options. Join us as we learn how Indiana physicians invented curative options for quality survivorship."
SEMINAR "15": EXPLORING THE LCI WEBSITE (P.M.) – Presenter = PCC Sue Topf and PDG Sara Provines "For experienced and inexperienced users. An opportunity to discuss what is available on the LCI website and where to find it."
SEMINAR "16": CLUB TREASURERS (A.M.) – Presenter = PDG Marty Juel "This session will help treasurers understand their roles and responsibilities to their clubs, including some simple methods to track income and expenses that meet LCI standards and the importance for clubs to develop and monitor budgets to avoid a future financial crisis." REGISTRATION FORM (Each Attendee Must Complete a Separate Form) DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATIONS: OCTOBER 20, 2016 EARLY BIRD PRE-REGISTRATION FROM SEPTEMBER 1 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2016 Lions - $30.00 Lioness - $30.00 Partner-in-Service - $30.00 Leos - $15.00 Friday Night Dinner - $15.00 PRE-REGISTRATION FROM OCTOBER 1 TO OCTOBER 20, 2016 Lions - $35.00, Lioness - $35.00, Partner-in-Service - $35.00, Leos - $15.00 Friday Night Dinner - $15.00 *NO PRE-REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED POSTMARKED AFTER OCT. 20, 2016* Conference Registration(s) ______Friday Night Dinner(s) ______+Books @ $8 ___Total $ ______ON SITE REGISTRATION $40.00 REGISTRATION PRICE INCLUDES THE 2016 COMMEMORATIVE SOUVENIR CONFERENCE PIN, PROCEEDINGS CD, AND THE BUFFET LUNCH. (□ Please add $8.00 extra for Proceedings Book.) Workshops and Seminars will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Send registrations early to assure getting the Workshops or Seminars of your choice. PLEASE SEND COMPLETED REGISTRATION FORM AND CORRECT REMITTANCE TO: PDG Jim Query, 2408 Shepard Patrick Rd., Spencer, Indiana 47460 Make Checks Payable to: Indiana Lions Conference E-Mail Address: [email protected] Phone: (812) 829-4496
ID (__) PID (__) CC (__) PCC (__) DG (__) VDG (__) PDG (__) Lion (__) Lioness (__) Leo (__) Partner-in- Service (__)
Name ______Club ______
Address ______Lions Office ______
City ______State ______Zip Code ______District 25- ______
Phone Number ______E-Mail Address ______
Need diabetic meal (___) Need gluten-free meal (___) How Many Mid-Winter Conferences Attended (___)
(__) This is my first Mid-Winter Conference. I was encouraged to attend by ______. Review the Workshops and Seminars offered. Please circle your selections below to help us plan sufficient handouts for all attendees. CIRCLE 1 WORKSHOP OR 2 SEMINARS (NOT IN THE SAME LINE) FOR BOTH MORNING AND AFTERNOON. "MORNING"
WORKSHOP: (9:45 A.M. – 11:45 P.M.) A _ "OR" SEMINAR: (9:45 A.M. – 10:45 A.M.) 2 5 9 11_ __ 16______"AND" SEMINAR: (11:00 A.M. -- 12:00 P.M.) 3 8 10_ ___ 14______"AFTERNOON"
WORKSHOP: (2:15 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.) B C______"OR" SEMINAR: (2:15 P.M. – 3:15 P.M.) 1 6 10_ __ 13____ _ "AND" SEMINAR: (3:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M.) 4 7 12 15______Indiana Lions State Convention Information
Happy Birthday Lions! That is the theme for the 2017 Indiana Lions State Convention in Evansville on April 28—30, 2017.
Make your plans now to join Lions from across the state of Indiana at the 2017 Indiana Lions State Convention to celebrate 100 years of lionism. More than 130 Lions have already pre-registered for the convention. The convention will be hosted by the Oakland City and Petersburg Lions Clubs, assisted by Lions from throughout District 25-E.
Lions Clubs International President Chancellor Robert Corlew will be our special guest at the conven- tion. IP Corlew will participate in the presentation of awards at the Awards Luncheon on Saturday, and will be the keynote speaker at the All-State Banquet on Saturday evening. Convention attendees will have an opportunity to meet IP Corlew during a seminar session on Saturday afternoon.
A frequently asked question about the convention is: “What is the dress code for the All-State Banquet on Saturday evening?” The District Governors and other Lions leaders seated at the head table will be wearing formal dinner jackets, but this is a Lions function and Lions apparel is always appropriate at a Lions function. Please plan to attend the All-State Banquet, even if you don’t have a Lions vest or shirt. We want you there, no matter what you wear.
Several exciting events and tours are being planned including a Friday evening dinner aboard the LST 325. LST 325 is a restored, fully operational, Navy ship that actually served our country in WWII. The LST is docked in Evansville on the Ohio River and will provide a unique dining experience. There will be a special seminar on the “Legacy of Dr. William P. Woods”, LCI’s first International President, who just happened to be from Evansville.
A theme basket for the Silent Auction is a great way for your club to participate in the convention.
There is no charge to attend the convention business sessions, seminars, or visit the exhibit tables. We have done our best to provide affordable meals at the convention, including children menus for the Saturday Luncheon, All-State Banquet, and Sunday Brunch. Walk-in registrations will be accepted during the convention, however, no meal reservations will be accepted after April 20. The deadline for meal reservations at regular prices is April 1. After April 1, the price for each meal will increase by $5.00. We encourage you to register early to avoid the added cost.
We look forward to celebrating 100 years of lionism with you at the 2017 Indiana Lions State Convention! INDIANA LIONS 2017 STATE CONVENTION APRIL 28 – 30, 2017
Exhibit Request
MUST BE RETURNED BY DECEMBER 31, 2016
State Project/Committee: ______
Contact Person: ______
Phone: ______Email: ______
Yes, I would like to have an exhibit at the 2017 State Convention
Setup: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday
Exhibits should be open from Noon – 5:00 pm Friday and 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday
Equipment Needed – At Your Cost
10 x 10 Booth (includes 1 table & 2 chairs) $50.00 ______
10 x 10 Booth w/electricity (incl.1 table & 2 chairs) $85.00 ______
Additional Tables (4 x 8) $15.00 ______
Additional Chairs $5.00 ______
Booth is free to state committees and state projects ONLY
Additional Needs: ______
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2017 Indiana Lions State Convention c/o PDG Glen Georges, Co-Chair 6531 S 1025 E Oakland City, IN 47660 Email: [email protected] (812) 215-9420 INDIANA LIONS 2017 STATE CONVENTION APRIL 28 – 30, 2017
Seminar Request
Title of Seminar:______
NOTE: All cost incurred to provide materials requested will be the expense of the requesting party. Payment will be due upon confirmation by the Convention Planning Committee.
Seminar rooms include electricity, a podium, one microphone, one dry erase easel, flip chart, tables, and chairs. Indicate additional equipment needs below:
Wi-Fi @$10.00 _____ Laptop @$100.00 ______Microphone: CD Player @$25.00 ______hand held w/cord @$10.00 ______wireless, hand-held (VHF) @$50.00 ______VCR @$32.00 ______wireless, Lavaliere (VHF) @$50.00 ______
Slide Projector @$56.00 ______Overhead projector @$44.00 ______
Tripod Screen (6’, 8’) @$25 ______Tripod Screen (10 ft) @$35.00 ______
Extension Cord @$5.00/cord ______Power Strip @$10.00/strip ______
Additional Needs______
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Time Preference for Saturday Seminars: . 2:15 p.m. 3:15 p.m.
Indicate if you are willing to repeat your seminar: Yes No
We will try accommodate all time requests; however, the committee reserves the right to decide which seminars will need to be moved if too many are requested for a specific time period.
State Project/Committee: ______
Contact Person: ______
Phone: ______Email: ______
COMPLETE AND RETURN NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 31, 2016 TO;
Lion Erica Thomas, 400 12th Street, Petersburg, IN 47567, (812) 766-0159, Email: [email protected]