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Lion Pride Ask One

International Convention Committee Meeting

saturday, august 23, 2014 10:00 a.m.

State Office, Lansing, MI

White Cane Committee Teleconference

Tuesday, september 9, 2014 9:00 pm

Strategic Planning Committee Teleconference

Sunday, September 29, 2014 9:00 p.m.

LCI USA/Canada ForumSan Juan Puerto Rico

september 11-13, 2014 (Complete details on LCI

website!)

Michigan Lions Week October 5-11, 2014

Peace Poster & Essay ContestPeace, Love and UnderstandingOrder your Kit by October 1st

MI Lions Leadership InstituteNovember 7-9, 2014

MacMullan Center, Higgins Lake, Mi

August 2014 • Vol. 42 • Issue 8

SIGNS OF CHANGE FOR THE LIONS STATE OFFICE!

On a very rainy day in June, a group of dedicated Lions showed up at the State Office to update our look! The Lions of

Michigan partnered with the Lions of Michigan Foundation on this much needed face-lift!

A very special thank you to the hardworking crew made up of 2012-13 PDG’s David Hacker, Dick Dettling, Bill Simpson,

Karen Routson, along with PDG Dave Bennett and Lion Kevin, Pearl Beach Lions Club. Not only is this a talented group,

but a clever one as well: A time capsule was created and dropped into a pillar for safe keeping until the next time the sign

is renovated.

Council Chair Jim Pettinato and District Governors from Multiple District 11 and Single District 10 met in Lansing recently

to begin the 2014-15 year. Many of the 1st and 2nd Vice District Governor’s attended the Friday GLT training, led by this

years’ State Chair, PDG Karen Routson.

Among those in attendance to provide the Council with reports were International Director, Esther LaMothe; Leader Dogs

for the Blind CEO Susan Daniels and Chief Philanthropy Officer, Melissa Weisse; State Treasurer Paul Hemeryck, and many

others.

Each of the four meetings this year will include a presentation on one of our four State Projects. Leader Dogs for the

Blind kicked off the first meeting with a detailed overview of The Canine Development Center Project and Campaign. A

renovated Welcome Center, expanded Veterinary area, a new training bay and puppy area are just a few of the much

needed improvements to be created. “This ambitious campaign has an overall goal of raising $14.5 million. Leader

Dog’s 75th Anniversary is an opportunity to build on our strengths and invest in our core services to ensure we meet our

clients’ needs for the next 75 years.”

The Lions of Michigan remain proud supporters of Leader Dogs for the Blind!

Embark Upon Strengthening the Pride in Michigan!

2014-2015 Council of Governor’s

DG Martin Malone

District A1

DG Tom Hill

District A2

DG Vicki Lautzenheiser

District B1

DG Marsha Brown

District B2

DG Diane Wehby

District C1

DG Billy White

District C2

DG Dennis Poirier

District D1

DG Whitey Simon

District D2

DG Peter Conarty

District E1

DG Barb Durflinger

District E2

Jim Pettinato

Council Chair

William Rowe

SD10 District Governor

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> MD11 news

The Lion Pride (USPS 978-200) is published monthly for the Lions members of Multiple District 11, Michigan, except for the combined issues of January/February, April/May, July/August and September/October, at Lion Pride Magazine, 5730 Executive Drive, Lansing, MI 48911. Lions receive the publication for annual dues/subscription rate of $4.50; advertisements must reach the above address by the 15th of the month for publication in the following month’s issue. All clubs must send their news and pictures to their district editor, allowing ample time for the district editor to forward copy to meet the deadline stated above. Clubs or individuals must send their information to their district editor, not to the publication.

Periodicals postage paid in Lansing, MI, 48911.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Lion Pride Magazine, 5730 Executive Drive, Lansing, MI 48911. Wendy Burns, Editor.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION: Please notify your post office and club secretary immediately if you change your address so that your Lion Pride copy can be mailed to your correct address. New labels are prepared by Lions International and usually require 2 to 3 months before taking effect. For advertising rates, please contact Lion Pride Magazine, 5730 Executive Drive, Lansing, MI 48911.

For information on State Projects or the State Office, contact 5730 Executive Drive, Lansing, MI 48911, (517) 887-6640, fax: (517) 887-6642.

Edited by: Wendy Burns5730 Executive Drive • Lansing, MI 48911

(517) 887-6640 • fax (517) 887-6642www.lionsofmi.com

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STRENGTHEN THE PRIDE…IN

MICHIGAN! October marks “Membership Month” for Lions around the world, and for Lions in Michigan this will be the 3rd year of a statewide campaign to raise awareness of our association, and the impact Lions have in our communities. As Lions, we are well aware that being a member of a club and participating in its activities has enormous rewards. We get to share our passion with others who have the same passion. We learn new things all the time and make new and lasting friendships. We get to do good deeds, strengthening our communities and the environment, and building bonds with other communities - and everything in between! How does your club “market” your passion? Building a strong club is like building a strong business. The challenge becomes how to keep members involved, which will generate a stronger commitment and the enthusiasm necessary to round up new members. Are your meetings fun? When people are having fun, the energy is felt by everyone and word gets around quickly in the community that yours is the club to join! Promote a little “club envy” by including your events in the local community newspaper. Invite local media to attend a meeting when you have a VIP guest speaker, or submit your own photos and articles of your club in action. Many clubs already utilize free marketing in this way, and it is a great opportunity to share the good news! Begin your membership drive by posting the Senate Resolution by Senator Green in your local paper. You will find a copy in this issue of the Lion Pride, as well as on our website at www.lionsofmi.com. Provide a copy to your Mayor, Police and Fire Department, along with other leaders and businesses in your community. Have fun with a membership drive in your club! Send in your photos, promos, and success stories to be shared in a future issue of the Lion Pride. Keep it fun, keep it innovative, and Strengthen the Pride!

Yours in Service,Lion Wendy BurnsExecutive Director

2014 MD11 SD10 Candidates Michigan is unique in many ways and one of those ways is our Lions structure. We have two separate districts in Michigan, each run by its own governing body. Multiple District-11 has a Council of Governors comprised of the 10 district governors from each of its sub districts and Single District 10 is governed by its cabinet. As such, neither governing body has jurisdiction over the other nor do members of these separate entities have voting privileges in each other’s jurisdictions.

This year, as has happened in the past, each district has a declared candidate for International Director. Presently, PCC Paul Hemeryck from MD-11 and PCC Jenny Ware from SD-10 have both declared their candidacy. The following may answer a number of questions that may arise.

1. Within Lions International, MD-11 and SD-10 are considered separate constitutional areas that happen to be located within Michigan. Thus, both candidates may run and potentially, both could sit on the International Board at the same time.

2. Lions Paul and Jenny are NOT running against each other. MD-11 will not vote for Jenny and SD-10 will not vote for Paul. Any such endorsements will come from their respective districts, each following the procedures outlined in its Constitution and by-Laws.

3. Endorsements are valid for two years and may be renewed for another two years if necessary.

4. As a matter of protocol, Lion Jenny will visit MD-11 conventions to meet the International Guests and get to know the members. Lion Paul will do the same in SD-10. Each Governor should extend an invitation to the candidates to visit their conventions and give them time on the program to address the membership and to meet with the International Guest.

5. Should there be more candidates than positions available on the board in 2015 or Michigan will have to sit out a year (common practice) to give another state an opportunity to seat a director, one or both candidates may be encouraged to withdraw and run in 2016. This is common practice and would occur at the International Convention.

Please use this information as necessary and as written, and direct any questions to a member of the Liaison Committee.

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> 11 A2 district spotlight

THIS IS HOW WE (LIONS) DO IT! -Story submitted by Lion John Bingham, Jr. Region 1 Chairman, 11 A2 Lions, you’ve done it again! When a request for assistance in obtaining a used wheelchair for a young lady in the Troy area came in on June 24, Lions were racing to help out. Lion John Bingham took the call and with the assistance of PCC Frank Cunningham, the Lions Hotline was soon underway. By 2:30 p.m. on June 25 – less than a day after the call for help went out –Lion Bob Benson, of Benson Medical Supplies contacted the family and a nearly new Companion Wheelchair was made available for pickup. This was a collaborative effort between those mentioned above, as well as the Pontiac, Madison Heights, Troy and Center Line Lions Clubs. What a wonderful story on how Lions work together to honor our motto, ‘WE SERVE.” -John Bingham, Jr. - Region 1 Chairman, District 11A2


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Lions Year At A GlanceMark your calendar for the following upcoming annual events. Make sure to visit our website often as we update regularly. www.lionsofmi.com

Council of Governors meetings – New Dates for 2014-2015August 1-2, 2014 Best Western Plus Hotel, Lansing. November 21-22, 2014 Quality Inn Forward Conference Center, West BranchFebruary 28-March 1, 2015 Best Western Plus Hotel, LansingMay 15, 2015 Holland Double Tree Hotel.LCI USA/Canada Forum – San Juan Puerto RicoSeptember 11-13, 2014 (Complete details on LCI website!)

Michigan Lions Week –October 5-11, 2014The Michigan Senate has proclaimed “Lions Week in Michigan,” October 5-11, 2014. Every Club in the state is encouraged to promote membership during this time. Resolution is included in this issue, and can be downloaded from our website.

Peace Poster & Essay Contest – Order your Kit by October 1st!Peace, Love and Understanding

Lions World Sight Day - October 14, 2014

November –Diabetes Awareness Month

Lions Leadership Institute - R.A. MacMullan Center, Higgins LakeNovember 7-9, 2014

Michigan Forum –Best Western Plus Hotel, LansingFebruary 28, 2015

95th Annual MD 11 State Convention – Double Tree Hotel, Holland, MIMay 15-16, 2014

2014-2015 ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES!In addition to the Lion Pride, advertising and exhibitor opportunities are available through the Lions of Michigan Forum and the MD 11 State Convention. For more information contact Lion Susan Miller: 517.887.6642 ext 10, or by email: [email protected] MI

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The Michigan Senate has once again passed a Resolution proclaiming “Lions Week in Michigan!” This year, the dates are 10/5 -10/11. As your Club starts planning its activities for the new year, keep in mind that the Council of Governors is asking for service projects to increase awareness, and also for membership drives to ramp up that week. Let’s take this opportunity to put Michigan Lions in the spotlight!

October 5-11

By order of Senate Resolution #148 on May 21, 2014 as published in the Journal of the Senate 805[No. 47]

[May 21, 2014]

JOURNAL OF THE SENATE 805Senator Green offered the following resolution: Senate Resolution No. 148.

A resolution to proclaim October 5 - 11, 2014, as Lions Week in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, There are over 12,000 Lions members, both men and women, in more than 500 clubs throughout Michigan. Around the world, their 46,000 clubs and 1.35 million members make them the world’s largest service club organization; and

Whereas, In 1925, Helen Keller addressed the Lions Clubs International Convention in Cedar Point, Ohio, and challenged Lions to become “knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness.” Since then, they have worked tirelessly to aid the blind and visually impaired and have earned high marks for both integrity and transparency throughout their 95 year history; and

Whereas, Lions meet the needs of local communities and the world. The 1.35 million members of their volunteer organization in 207 countries and geographic areas are different in many ways, but share a core belief; that community is what we make it; and

Whereas, In Michigan, Lions Clubs perform a huge variety of services to their communities, such as providing eyeglasses and hearing aids to those who cannot afford them; hosting holiday parties for underprivileged kids; underwriting food giveaways; assisting in sending kids to camp; maintaining parks; visiting seniors; supporting organ donation drives; vision testing for young children; and many more; and

Whereas, All Michigan Lions Clubs come together to support four state projects: Leader Dogs for the Blind, Michigan Eye Bank, Bear Lake Camp, and Lions of Michigan Foundation, which help fund endeavors such as disaster relief in the United States and abroad; now,

Therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate, That we hereby proclaim October 511, 2014, as Lions Week. May Lions Clubs throughout Michigan reaffirm their member service mission: “To empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs”; and be it further Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Lions of Michigan Council of Governors and the Lions of Michigan State Office as a reflection of our esteem.

Senators Anderson, Bieda, Booher, Brandenburg, Hansen, Hopgood, Hunter, Jones, Marleau, Pavlov, Proos, Richardville and Rocca were named co-sponsors of the resolution.


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38th Annual USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum San Juan is the Island of Enchantment. The USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum is the place to learn and to greet friends old and new. Join us in San Juan from September 11th thru the 13th for some of the best seminars anywhere. From Presidents to Tailtwisters to Lions and Leos you’ll find there’s a seminar for you. Zone Chair, Region Chair, Health Matters, there really is something for everyone! Offering over 80 breakout session topics, the USA/Canada Leadership offerings learning opportunities for everyone. Come and meet your International Leaders, President Joe Preston, 1st Vice President Dr. Jitsuhiro Yamada and 2nd Vice President Bob Corlew. Each one of them will be leading seminars for District Officers and grassroots Lions.International President Joe Preston will lead a special Leadership and Membership seminar called The MANE Event which you surely won’t want to miss. You can read more about this further down in the website. The Lions of Puerto Rico are putting on a festival you will not soon forget. When they say that Old San Juan at night is a different place than it is during the day, they mean it. The songs of the coqui echo in the plazas, and the buildings glow with lights. Come join us for “Noche Puertorriqueña” or Puerto Rican Night. Come see the Cuartel del Ballaja decked out in different colored lights, luring you in to see the real show inside. Come see Puerto Rico, La Isla del Encanto, come see an amazing show of light and sound. Check the LCI website for complete listing and registration details today! www.lionsclubs.org

AUGUST UPDATE FROM LCI PRESIDENT JOE PRESTON This year, I want to focus on strengthening our clubs, our service and our association. To do this, I’ll be sharing valuable information and resources with club leaders throughout the year. I am asking for your help in working closely with your clubs. Please read the message below and check out the information on the new Blueprint for a Stronger Club and the Club Excellence Process (CEP). Together, we can strengthen the pride! Together in service, Joe Preston

Dear Lion Leader, Lions are international leaders in humanitarian service because of clubs like yours and leaders like you. A club with strong leaders and engaged members can make a real difference in the community. One of the keys to strengthening your club is creating a plan for success early in the year. The new Blueprint for a Stronger Club can help you develop your plan in three simple steps. The Blueprint helps you assess your club, establish goals and identify the steps to achieve them so your club can stay on track for a successful year. When you submit your Blueprint goals, your club will be recognized with a special Presidential Certificate. For clubs that want to take planning to the next level, we offer the Club Excellence Process (CEP). CEP is a fun, interactive workshop that can help your club achieve new levels of success for years to come. Register your club to bring the power of CEP to your members. Don’t wait...start developing a plan for strengthening your club today!

Lions have responded to the Ask One campaign and the excitement is building! Thousands of Lions have visited the Ask One Web page, and clubs around the world are encouraging members to ask one friend, one neighbor or one family member to join their clubs! The concept is simple,

and Ask One will make a big difference in your membership efforts. Click the Ask1 image to get the tools you need to effectively invite new members into your club. Send photos of your new members [email protected] with your club name in the subject line, and we’ll share them on the Ask One Web page for Lions around the world to see!

There’s nothing like the feeling of serving those in need, so let’s pass it on. In August, I’d like you to help inspire the next generation of Lions by Engaging Our Youth in service. Consider promoting LCI youth programs, starting a Leo Club or partnering with a local school on a literacy project. Better yet—get young people involved in planning a project so they can learn and serve with you. When you engage our youth, you can earn special recognition in the Centennial Service Challenge, our international initiative to serve 100 million people by December 2017. This August, be a role model. Be a mentor. Be a Lion!

ASK ONE! ENGAGING OUR YOUTH


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July 8, 2014 Esther LaMothe Selected by the International Association of Lions Clubs to Chair Leadership Committee.

Joe Preston, 2014-15 President of the International Association of Lions Clubs, appointed Esther LaMothe to Chair the Leadership Committee of the Association’s Board of Directors. Esther was elected to the Board of Directors for a two year term at the July 2013 International Convention of the Association held in Hamburg, Germany.

The Board’s Leadership committee works cooperatively with the Association’s officers, other board members and the Leadership Division at our headquarters in Oak Brook, Illinois to maintain a high standard of leadership programs for our Association’s members. These programs include District Governor Elect Training, Emerging and Senior Lions Leadership institutes, Faculty Development Institutes, Global Leadership Teams, webinars, the Lions Learning Center and all of the leadership development educational documents available on LCI’s website. The committee continuously reviews our offerings and may suggest additional programs.

The Association of Lions Clubs is now in 209 countries and provides leadership development opportunities worldwide. Serving with Esther on this committee are two other United States directors, one director from Norway and one director from India. This year’s Board Appointee is PID John Walker, formerly from Michigan, who now resides in Arizona.

In addition to her responsibilities to the Leadership Committee, Director Esther also serves on the Family and Women Action Committee. Its focus is to help families and women in our respective communities through educational programs and assistance.

International Director Esther LaMothe

2013-20152015 LIONS OF MICHIGAN FORUM!

Best Western Plus, Lansing, MI TO RESERVE YOUR ROOM CALL

517-694-8123

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 27th - 8:00 p.m. Lions Leadership Fun Night!

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 28th – Educational Sessions

REGISTRATION BEGINS: FRIDAY AT 7:00 P.M. ~ SATURDAY AT 7:00 A.M.

MULTIPLE SESSION TOPICS* TO CHOOSE FROM!

Effective Club MeetingsMarketing Your Club

Involvement is RetentionForming New Clubs

Centennial Goal: 100 Million Acts of Service Lions Special Needs Vision Clinic

CEPClub OrientationForms for Taxes

Protocol for 2015LCI Mentoring Program ModelDow Corning Eyeglass Program

Maximizing Campus Clubs…And so much more!

*Session topics are subject to change. Check our website for regular updates at: www.lionsofmi.com

Save The Date!

MICHIGAN LEOS ATTEND LEO/LION SUMMIT 2014 -Submitted by PDG Terry Walters

Several members of the Napoleon Leos Club got the rare opportunity to attend both the Lions International Convention in Toronto and the Leo/Lion Summit 2014. Several photos of their exploits at the Convention are shared here!

The Napoleon Leos and their advisers were part of the 250 Leos and Lions registered for the Leo/Lion Summit 2014 held at the 97th Lions Clubs International Convention in Toronto. The following Leos worked hard to earn the opportunity to travel to the Leo/Lion Summit 2014: Ethan Smith, Allisyn Clark , Madisyn Clark, Emily Ferguson, Greg Fetters, and Brody Burch. They were accompanied by their Leo Advisers; Cindy Friess and Gene Willi. Providing the transportation to and from Toronto were PDG Terry Walters and Lion Becky Walters and PDG Roberta Sexton and Lion Bob Sexton.

The group of twelve left early on July 3 with a stop in Niagara Falls before arriving in Toronto that evening. While at Niagara Falls, they took the boat trip up to the Falls. The next day, the Napoleon Leos and their advisers attended the Leo summit. They all took the opportunity to get involved in the summit and shared ideas and experiences of their Leos club with the others in attendance. It was a great learning experience as well as a chance to meet others from other states and countries who were involved with Leos in their community. That evening The Napoleon Leos, their advisers and drivers visited the CN Tower in Toronto and had dinner together at Joe Badali’s before heading back to the hotel.

All participated in the International Parade with the Michigan Lions Delegation. Leos assisted by carrying ID Esther LaMothe’s parade banner and handed out American Flags along the parade route. They also had the experience of trading pins with Lions and Leos from many other countries. A visit to Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada was also worked into their busy schedule, along with attendance at the Opening Plenary Session.

This certainly would not have been possible without their determination to attend and getting the financial support from: MD-11, District 11-B1 and the Napoleon Lions. Thank you to everyone who helped to make this trip possible.


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2014 Lions Leadership/Graduate Institute- Celebrating 15 Years! The Lions Leadership Institute is a unique opportunity for individuals to learn and develop lifelong leadership skills, which can be applied to their job, their Lions Club, and their life.

Training equips Lions with the motivation, knowledge and skills to ensure that a high level of service is provided. It develops more leaders, and more leaders translate into greater service. Training makes Lions more effective.

Attending the Leadership Institute gives participants the tools and confidence to become more effective leaders. The skills learned can be applied to their job, their Lions Club and their everyday lives.

Participants learn key components of team building. By sharing ideas, success stories and humanitarian endeavors, Lions learn how to influence membership and become more open-minded and receptive to change.

How will the institute improve Michigan Lionism?

The Leadership Institute provides each district with a pool of trained leaders. Lionism is also improved by creating more responsive and dynamic Lions Clubs throughout Michigan.

Become Your Best – Train with the Best!

Lions of Michigan Leadership/Graduate InstituteNovember 7-9, 2014

Friday morning through Sunday noon

Location: R.A. MacMullan Center 104 Conservation Drive Roscommon, MI 48653

The center features a casual atmosphere on the north shore of beautiful Higgins Lake. It is easily accessed from US-127.

$175/per person Fee Includes registration, course materials, two night’s lodging and six meals

5730 Execu ve DriveLansing, MI 48911

(517) 887-6640 • fax: (517) 887-6642email [email protected]

Lions Leadership Institute

ONE LION AT A TIME

R.A. MacMullan CenterHiggins Lake, MINovember 7-9 2014

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LEADERS

APPLICATION FORMDEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

Last Name: ___________________________First Name: ___________________________Address: _____________________________City: _________________________________State: __________________ Zip: _________Phone: _______________________________e-mail: _______________________________

Have you previously a ended a Michigan Lions Leadership Ins tute? Yes No

Club Name: ___________________________Lion Lioness Leo (circle one)

District ________ #yrs. a member ________

OFFICES YOU HAVE HELD:

Club Level-Posi on: ______________ Year: __________Posi on: ______________ Year: __________

District Level-Posi on: ______________ Year: __________Posi on: ______________ Year: __________

Mul ple District Level-Posi on: ______________ Year: __________

Enclosed is my check for $175.00

CREDIT CARD:

Visa Master Card DiscoverCard No.: ____________________________CID No.: ________ Exp Date: ___________Signature: ___________________________

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Send to: Lions Leadership Ins tute5730 Execu ve Drive, Lansing, MI 48911

EVENT INFORMATION

Date: November 7-9 2014Friday morning through Sunday noon

Loca on: R.A. MacMullan Center104 Conserva on DriveRoscommon, MI 48653

The center features a casual atmosphere on the north shore of

beau ful Higgins Lake. It is easily accessed from US-127.

$175/per personFee Includes registra on,

course materials, two night’s lodging and six meals

Lions Leadership Ins tute

The Lions Leadership Institute is a unique opportunity for individuals to learn and develop lifelong leadership skills, which can be applied to their job, their Lions Club, and their life.


5730 Execu ve DriveLansing, MI 48911

(517) 887-6640 • fax: (517) 887-6642email [email protected]

Lions Leadership Institute

ONE LION AT A TIME

R.A. MacMullan CenterHiggins Lake, MINovember 7-9 2014

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LEADERS


Last Name: ___________________________First Name: ___________________________Address: _____________________________City: _________________________________State: __________________ Zip: _________Phone: _______________________________e-mail: _______________________________

Have you previously a ended a Michigan Lions Leadership Ins tute? Yes No

Club Name: ___________________________Lion Lioness Leo (circle one)

District ________ #yrs. a member ________

OFFICES YOU HAVE HELD:

Club Level-Posi on: ______________ Year: __________Posi on: ______________ Year: __________

District Level-Posi on: ______________ Year: __________Posi on: ______________ Year: __________

Mul ple District Level-Posi on: ______________ Year: __________


CREDIT CARD:

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PAYMENT OPTIONS

Send to: Lions Leadership Ins tute5730 Execu ve Drive, Lansing, MI 48911

EVENT INFORMATION

Date: November 7-9 2014Friday morning through Sunday noon

Loca on: R.A. MacMullan Center104 Conserva on DriveRoscommon, MI 48653

The center features a casual atmosphere on the north shore of

beau ful Higgins Lake. It is easily accessed from US-127.

$175/per personFee Includes registra on,

course materials, two night’s lodging and six meals

Lions Leadership Ins tute



LIONS GRADUATEINSTITUTER.A. MacMullan CenterHiggins Lake, Michigan

November 7-9, 2014


Last Name: ______________________________

First Name: _______________________________

Address: _________________________________

City: _____________________________________

State: ___________________ Zip: _____________

Phone: ___________________________________

e-mail: ___________________________________

What year did you a� end the Leadership Ins� tute? _______________________

Club Name: _______________________________Lion Lioness Leo (circle one)

District _________ #yrs. a member __________

Highest Lions offi ce held ____________________


CREDIT CARD: Visa Master Card Discover

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PAYMENT OPTIONS

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INSTITUTE5730 Executive DriveLansing, MI 48911(517) 887-6640 • fax (517) [email protected]

Hometown Lions Club

Meets 1st and 3rd Thursday

at the Hometown Diner

Event Informa onDate: November 7-9, 2014 Friday morning through noon Sunday.

Location: R.A. MacMullan Center104 Conservation DriveRoscommon, MI 48653

The training center is located on the northern shore of pristine Higgins Lake. The MacMullan Conference Center provides a quiet, casual atmosphere where you can bene t from self-discovery and wander through a natural experience.

The MacMullan Center is easily accessed from US-127.

$175per person

Fee includes registration, course materials, two night’s

lodging and six meals!

Enhance and hone leadership skills which can be applied to your

everyday life.

Are You Using the Official Lions Logo? Have you thought about updating your look, lately? Was your club stationary created when your club chartered? Maybe it’s time to take a look and make sure you’re keeping up with the times! The official Lions logos are shown below. Go to www.lionsclubsinternational.org and search “logos and art” for up-to-date images.


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for more information or to sign up, scan the QR code or visit www.signupforms.com/registrations/2031 Contacts:Caro Uhlemann-Short, CEO 517.914.2267 • [email protected] Roger Weyersberg, Band [email protected]

tour highlights• Band Camp in Hawaii• Hula Lesson• USS Missouri, Pearl Harbor & USS Arizona Memorial

Visitor Center• Beach picnic after Lions International Parade of Nations• Grand Alii Tour & Macadamia Farm• Central Oahu & North Shore Tour• Dole Pineapple Plantation• Haleiwa Visit• Polynesian Cultural Center/ Dinner & Show• International Market• Diamond Head Hike• Germaine’s Luau Dinner & Show• Alii Kai Catamaran Dinner Cruise & Awards Banquet

All inclusive trip.

fee $3595

performancesLions International Parade

USS Missouri Performance

Veterans Home Performance Public performances around island

Possible Alumni Band Partipation in a Michigan 4th of July Parade

(ask for more details)

IMPORTANT DATES:Application Deadline: Dec 15, 2014Audition: Oct 12, 2014 - 9-Noon1st rehearsal: Jan 10, 20152nd rehearsal: March 28, 2015Camp: June 22-25, 2015Tour: June 25 - July 4, 2015

When you join The Lions All State Band you’ll:• Get high quality musical instruction that contributes to long term

growth as a musician• Gain improved musical performance abilities• Develop lasting friendships while experiencing new cultures• Participate in unique activities in diverse settings• Experience the personal satisfaction of helping others while learning

first hand the Lion’s motto “We Serve”

PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE

Legal Name (please print) _______________________________________________________________________Age _____ Grade in School _____ Sex: M F I plan to audition: ☐ In Person ☐ By TapeAddress________________________________________ City_____________________ Zip _________________Parent/Guardian Name _________________________________________________________________________Phone (______) _______-_______________E-mail _________________________________________________High School you attend_______________________________ Instrument ___________________________________Specialty: ☐ Flag ☐ Drill ☐ TwirlerThis student is a member of our high school band.Band Director’s Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: _______________________

Mail completed application with $20 non-refundable audition fee to:Lions of Michigan All State Band, Inc. • 5730 Executive Drive • Lansing, MI 48911Important: Returning band members MUST BE members of their high school band. Membership must be certified by the band director.

Application Deadline: December 15, 2014


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The COG/GMT have decided to use Lions Purple and Gold awareness ribbons this year as a way to talk about membership without always having to talk about membership.What I mean by this is every time someone sees a ribbon they should “think” about membership and since EVERYONE will be wearing them they should see them all the time. Every Lion in the state will start out with a Purple Awareness Ribbon they are asked to wear it using their Lions Pin poked through the center to hold it in place. It is a fineable offence (Tail Twister fine) NOT to have it on at a meeting or project since it is now attached to your lions pin.You will wear the purple ribbon until you bring in your first new member for the year and at which point when inducted you pass on your purple ribbon to the new Lion or Lions and you would receive a Gold (Yellow) ribbon.You then can use your Michigan Safari Pin to hold your “New” ribbon in place. Clubs would be given extra of each color ribbon to keep on hand to make sure they are given out in a timely manner. Once you earn your gold ribbon and are wearing it you are immune from regular Club Tail Twister fines for the remainder of the year as a reward for helping your club grow.You will see the ribbon used your newsletter, on your website, Facebook anywhere and since the ribbons stand for new members you don’t have to keep talking about Membership ALL the time because it will always be out there the ribbons speaking for you!The ribbons will also make for some good conversation people non-Lions asking what they are for and why you’re wearing them.

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The Lions of MI All State Band had another successful LCI International Convention Tour! Taking 3rd place in the band competition, this group of young, talented students consisted of 41 students from Single District 10; 11 A2; 11 B1; 11 B2; 11 C1; 11 C2; 11 D1; 11 D2; 11 E1 and 11 E2. Under the leadership of LMASB CEO Caro Uhlemann-Short and Band Director Roger Weyersberg, the group began their trip with band camp, held at Lions Bear Lake Camp. A very memorable stop was made in Sandusky, OH, to perform at the Veterans Home.

Farewell All State Band Director Roger WeyersbergNext stop –HAWAII 2015! This will be the farewell tour for Director Roger Weyersberg, aka: Santa. We wish him well in retirement after the Hawaii Tour. Registration is now open, and a registration form is included in this issue of the Lion Pride. You may also access all the information on LMASB on our website.

GLT/GMT Summit a Success!Global Leadership Team State Chair PDG Karen Routson, along with Global Membership Team State Chair, IPDG Tim Anderson, have been Strengthening the Pride through training and leadership development. Over 40 Lions attended the joint GLT/GMT Summit held at the State Office in July. Did you miss it? If so, watch for updates on another opportunity to attend a similar session in Mt. Pleasant on October 5, 2014 in the September/October Lion Pride, as well as on the website.Have questions or comments? Contact PDG Routson, MD-11 GLT State Chair at 517-244-9515 or email [email protected]. IPDG Tim Anderson, MD-11 GMT State Chair can be reached at 231-775-2939 or email [email protected].

LCI CENTENNIAL SERVICE CHALLENGE: 100 Million People Served by December 2017

For nearly 100 years, Lions have served their communities with dedication and contributed to the development and well-being of millions of people around the world. As we look toward our centennial celebration in 2017, Lions are encouraged to help reach the Centennial Service Challenge goal of serving 100 million people by December 2017 through participation in the Global Service Action Campaigns.• August – Engaging our Youth• October – Sharing the Vision• December/January – Relieving the Hunger• April – Protecting our Environment

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Richmond Lion Joan Houtakker, who heads up the annual plane wash at the SANG air museum enjoys getting the crew of members together and encourages members to bring their children or grandchildren to better understand the importance of volunteering for community service projects. The North American built F-86 was the Air Force’s first swept-wing jet fighter. Used extensively in the Korean War where it’s most frequent opponent was the Russian built MIG jet fighter, the F-86 became known as “The MIG Killer”. The “E” model was flown by 3 fighter squadrons of the Michigan ANG at Detroit Metro Airport in Romulus and Kellogg Field in Battle Creek from 1953 to 1956. F-86 #24387 was airlifted from Battle Creek to Selfridge in 1979. Many

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National Guard Base in Harrison Township such as the Richmond Lions. For more information regarding the Selfridge Military Air Museum go to www.selfridgeairmuseum.org. If you take your family be sure to visit the Richmond Lions F-86!

Community Service Takes Flight For Richmond Lions

2014 Richmond Lions Adopt-a-Plane Wash Crew at Selfridge Military Air Museum

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Clinton Valley Lions Club: Bingo is Back at Rosemack, and Tuesday is Clinton Valley Lions Day!Doors Open at 4 PM Bingo at 6:30 PM. $2500 Up For Grabs Every Tuesday. Join The Clinton Valley Lions For Fun and Friendship

Romeo Lions Club:Michigan Peach Festival of Romeo “All You Can Eat Farmers Breakfast” Sunday, August 31, 2014

Lathrup Village Lions Club;Golf Outing - Benefitting Leader Dog for the Blindand The Visually Impaired Youth CampSunday, August 17, 2014

Royal Oak Lions Club: Sixth Annual Golf Outing Thursday, September 18, 2014

Winners at the Dearborn Heights Lions Club Golf Outing

Healthy Hearing Week: Three days of Hearing Screening and Lectures will take place in September hosted by the Michigan Ear Institute, St. John Providence Health System and the Lions Hearing Center of Michigan.

Monday September 22, Tuesday, september 23, Wednesday September 24th Where: Michigan Ear Institute 30055 Northwestern Hwy. Suite #101 Farmington Hills, Michigan or 26850 Providence Parkway, Suite #130 Novi, Michigan

> $3,000 In Scholarships Given By Dearborn Heights Lions Dearborn Heights Lions gave three scholarships each worth $1,000.00 to three students in their Community.

> Rochester Lions Give Grant To Local Nonprofit

For many years, the Rochester Lions Club has given out $2,000 to a local non-profit organization. Wallace “Doc” O’Brien was a long time member of the Rochester Lions Club and he served as a District Governor in 1959-60. He was very active in the Leader Dog School for The Blind and worked on several Lions of Michigan Committees. He has been placed in the Lions of Michigan Hall of Fame; therefore the granted honors him by bearing his name. This year there were six applications for the grant and it was awarded to the Meadowbrook Center of Learning. Meadowbrook Center provides quality Private Tutoring for a lot of special needs students, including speech therapy, ACT preparation, ADD/ADHD and a lot more.

Edwardsburg Circus: august 22, 4:30 or 7:30 pm

Organ Donor Awareness Golf Outing: august 22

Pancake Breakfast – Sister Lakes Lions Club: august 31

Diabetes Walk (2K) – Kalamazoo Westside: September 6, 8:00 am

Vicksburg Golf Scramble and Dinner: september 13, 2:00 pm

Duck Race for our Troops/ Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival: September 7, 2:30 pm

USA/Canada Forum: September 11-12 – San Juan, Puerto Rico

Bloomingdale October Fest: September 27

Ravenna Lions Club: In September, Ravenna Lions will celebrate their 60th anniversary.

The Dearborn Heights Lions Club held a successful Golf outing with over 52 Lions, family, and friends in attendance. The event took place at the Gateway Golf Course on Friday June 27, 2014. The weather was perfect and great scores were turned in by all in attendance.

Dearborn Heights Lions Club Get Out Their Clubs

L to R: Lion Don Rivard, President; Maya Eter Crestwood; Isaiah Bivens Crestwood; Kimberly Maynard Annapolis; Lion Lois

Woiwoode; Lion Bernie Arko

(l-r) Lions Paul Ostby, Joan Houtakker, Club President Tom Hebel, Keith’s Granddaughter

Brianna & Lion Bob’s Granddaughter (Val) Bob Rapley

and Keith Rengert.

(Left to right) Rochester Lions Club President Steve Rapotec, Meadowbrook

Center of Learning Executive Director Karen Miller, and Chairperson of

the O’Brien Grant Committee Celia Domalewski.

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Project KidSight has screened over 400 kids just for July. July seems to be one of the busiest months for PKS as the Lions are asked to attend festivals and health fairs within our district. In some cases two cameras were needed as with the Cass County Fair Kiddies Day on July 29th. A great opportunity for PKS to get the kids eyes screened before the fair officially opened up for the rides. A total of 68 children were screened in less than two hours before the rides were opened. Lion Pat McFarland tried to keep up with the paperwork for two cameras which was a real challenge! August proves to be another packed month for screening dates. Thank you to all that step up to help with Project KidSight!

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Jackson Eyeopeners traveled to Penrickton Center in June for a tour. Penrickton Center is a private non-profit charity 501(c)(3) and recognized with the Michigan Department of Human Services as a child caring and day care facility. Lions are very important to the Center as many clubs continue to provide donations and participate in their fundraisers. Kurt Sebaly, Executive Director, has been a vital part of Penrickton Center for 35 years. Not once in the time he has been there has there been a need to purchase paper products!

Jackson Eyeopeners Tour Penrickton Center

The South Haven Black River Lions Club is pleased to announce that one of its members, Lion Dexter Griffith, has recently been honored with the prestigious Ken E. Lautzenheiser Fellowship by the Lions of Michigan Foundation. This recognition is awarded by the Foundation, and is for Lion Dexter’s outstanding and unselfish humanitarian

service. Lion Dexter received a pin that is the symbol of the Fellowship. The South Haven Black River Lions Club is proud to have Lion Dexter Griffith as an integral part of their membership. South Haven Black River Lions Club; helps provide vision testing, eyeglasses and Leader Dogs for the Blind, on a local and International level.

South Haven Black River Lion Receives Lautzenheiser Fellowship

> Three Rivers Lions Club The Fabius-Park Fire Department held their Annual Open House on Saturday, July 19. The Three Rivers Lions Club took advantage of the opportunity to set up a display table with all sorts of Lions information, including Membership Applications. Cotton candy was also available for children of all ages. To answer questions and help with the cotton candy, Lion Margaret Shultz, Lion Alice Kielau, and Lion Sheree Sorensen were there to assist in any way they could. They let the community know that the Three Rivers Lions Club is alive and well and ready to serve.

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Branch • Calhoun • Hillsdale Jackson • Lenawee • Washtenaw

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Allegan • Barry • Ionia • Kent Muskegon • Ottawa

> Adrian Evening Lions Participate in a Local Super Market Sweep Adrian Evening Lions recently participated in a community fundraiser for a local food bank, called “Super Market Sweep.” Like the TV game, the team pushes a cart through a local supermarket to collect specific items. Each company decorates a grocery cart. Then the teams are given 5 minutes to run throughout the store collecting specific items from a list, all while 3 team members keep at least one hand on the cart at all times. Not that easy!! There were 13 teams this year, all running at the same time. We didn’t come in first, but we didn’t come in last either. We had a lot of fun. After the sweep we got to go donate the items to Damascus Road, the local food bank. We’ll try again next year!

Lyons Muir Lions at the Annual Island Fest

Jackson Eyeopeners Club at the Penrickton Center

Lyons Muir Lions were out Friday, August 10th at Island Fest which is the small twin communities’ social event of the year. The club’s popcorn wagon was pressed into service for the annual outdoor family movie night with popcorn bagged and handed out by Lion’s Ed Osborne and Marv Ludwick. A less successful time was had by the club at the Ionia Free Fair when Project Kidsight Computer Equipment would not work correctly due to the heat and humidity even though Conrad Swanson and Lyons Muir members were located under an awning. After speaking with Kid’s Day fair organizers the club will try again next year in a more enclosed, shady spot, with a fan, once again under an awning. Luckily, local Masons who partnered with the Lions were able to successfully provide child identification kits to fairgoers.

Lyons Muir Lions Keep Busy

> Grand Rapids Lions “Drive For Vision” The Grand Rapids Lions Club had another successful Drive for Vision golf fundraiser June 16. The outing raised close to $22,000 which will be donated four ways: to ABVI, to the club’s vision clinic at Cherry Street, to the Ken-O-Sha low vision program and to the club’s Community Foundation or endowment fund. The Ken-O-Sha program also saw more than $5,000 earmarked for the purchase of eyeglasses for students that the club raised from their White Cane Drive. The club’s other successful June event – the VI Sports Day – held for visually impaired children, attracted more than 200 VI youth and their families.

> Thornapple Valley Lions Create Unique Lending Libraries

The Thornapple Valley Lions Club commissioned PDG Ken Frary to make two birdhouse style lending libraries for the Thornapple Valley Lions Park. The lending libraries areas “take one, leave one” free service for those whose children may be participating in baseball, using the biking or hiking trail, or simply resting in the park. PDG Ken Frary donated his woodworking skills for the project and the club provided the materials. This project supports two of the four Lions Club pillars of engaging youth and promoting literacy efforts.

> 57th Annual Carp Carnival Presented By The Michigan Center Lions Club

The Carp Carnival, hosted by the Michigan Center Lions Club, is one of the premier events in town. Billed and known as “The World’s Greatest Fish Fair”, this year’s 57th Annual Carp Carnival included the usual Lioness parade, carp fishing contest, a boat raffle and bingo. There were carnival rides, food vendors, the Lion’s Club “famous” BBQ chicken, live music, a beer tent and more! One of the coolest things about the Carp Carnival is the admission price…FREE! Once again, the 11-B1 Sightmobile was onsite with free vision screening, kidsight testing and diabetes testing. This well-loved event all started 57 years ago as a fishing contest to help get the carp out of Michigan Center Lake!

Lion Mike MacFarland, Program Chair, Lion Paula Peterson, Past President. Front: Lion Dexter Griffith

> Grass Lake Leos Make the News! The Grass Lake Leos held their annual “Cardboard Boat Race” on the 4th of July and the story was covered by WILX, Channel 10. The contest features actual “boats” made out of cardboard (and duct tape, latex paint, etc..) that contestants must paddle (as fast as their arms can go!) in a race to the finish line…if you make it that far.

Tanda Stiffler of the Edwardsburg Lion’s Club providing a free vision

screening > Muskegon Host Co-Hosts A Successful Event

Muskegon Host takes pride that they were able to co-host and prepare a meal for over 1,000 people at the Wings of Mercy event held at the Muskegon County Airport. Wings of Mercy is also a 22 year old 501c3 non profit group who relies solely on contributions and benefit events to help sick people with limited finances improve their chances of getting well. They coordinate free flights to some of the best medical destinations east of the Rocky Mountains.

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Vermontville Lions at 2nd Annual Memorial Ice Cream Social

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Vermontville Lions 2nd Annual Memorial Ice Cream Social Saturday started out rainy in the morning, but by the time had rolled around for the Vermontville Lion’s 2nd Annual Mark Siple Memorial Ice Cream Social to start at 3pm....the sky was sunny and so were the people of the village who came out to enjoy themselves, enjoy hand-made Amish ice cream made on site by Fred & Sarah Yutzy and their John Deere gasoline powered ice-cream making contraption. People moved from table to table under the new Pavilion, and as the adults enjoyed conversations with their ice-cream.....the children of the village seemed to simply enjoy Ice Cream! At 5 pm, the Lion’s Club raffled off prizes provided by the club, plus prizes and gift certificates donated by local businesses. Lion’s Club Treasurer Russ Laverty tallied up the donations, and in 2 hours $1100.00 had been raised to help out Sherman & Judy Scott. Sherman and Judy Scott are decades-long local residents; both in their 60”s. Sherman fell off his roof last year and has been in and out of hospital care. His wife is Judy, and she also had a nasty fall in the last year. The people of the village were generous with their donations for the Scott’s, the Amish (part of our community) donated their time, and the Lions Club organized and facilitated. Judy accepted for her family, and gave a heartfelt talk about what the village of Vermontville meant to her and her husband for the decades they have lived there.

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Clinton • Eaton • Gratiot • Ingham Livingston • Shiawassee

Bay • Genesee • Saginaw • Tuscola

> Williamston Lion Named Citizen Of Year

Williamston Lions Club member Robert Burns is named Citizen of the Year in Williamston! Robert is shown here with his plaque, as well as with his family. They are all members of the Williamston Lions club too! Pictured are his wife Marilyn, his daughter Lesley, and his son Brian.

39th Annual Parade For Shields Lions Shields Lions Club held its 39th annual Parade. This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the Club and the year 1964 was the theme of the Parade. We invited neighboring Clubs to join us in the Parade and had organizations such as the Michigan Eye Bank and Leader Dogs for the Blind also participate. Lion Wayne Engel is our only remaining Charter Member of the Club and was chosen to be Grand Marshal of the Parade.

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Shields Lions Club at their annual parade

Bellevue Lions Club: is hosting the 11-C2 DISTRICT CORN ROAST. Tuesday, august 19, 2014

St. Johns Lions Club: “Project Connect” a back to school program for

needy families in Clinton County,our club will serve a lunch to the nearly 500 youngsters and adults that are expected to be in attendance. August 20

> Gaines Area Lions Club Silent Auction The Gaines Area Lions Club held a Silent Auction. Here are just a few of the items from the Auction.

Millington Lions Club: is having a Classic Car Show in august

> Chesaning Lions Serve Up Sweet Treats The Chesaning Lions Club sold Sno-Cones and Cotton Candy at the Saginaw County Fair Over 1700 snow cones made in 4 days!!!!

> Essexville Lions New Eye Glass Mailbox Essexville Lions Club member Frank Davis says….”So here it is” an eye glass collection mailbox at Essexville City Hall. We collected about 100 pairs of glasses yesterday and no mail thank goodness; so I would say it works. Thanks to all in our club who supported this idea and to those in the community who helped make it happen.

> Kingston Lions Club The Kingston Lions volunteered to help serve two meals to about 600 P.A.L.M. (Pedaling Across Lower Michigan) bicyclists who spent the night at the high school and then cycled on to Lexington, the end of their journey across the state.

> Mayville Lions Club The Maryville Lions helped the High School Alumni Association set up for their annual banquet on June 7, waited on tables during the event, and cleaned up when all was done.

Indian River Lions Club: Hosting an area-wide meeting September 16, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at their clubhouse.

Lincoln Lions Club: 16th Annual Car Show is August 23, 20 14.

> Pinckney Lions Club Pinckney Lions award two Pinckney High School Seniors with Scholarship Checks. Pictured are PLC President George Rogers presenting Christina Kanerva with Scholarship Check.

> Olivet Lions Club The Olivet Lions club built a handicap ramp for a local gentleman so he could return home from a rehabilitation center. Pictured are Gale Knoll, Chris Koyl and Joe Hoffdahl.

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Baldwin Lions providing eye screening for kids.

Baldwin Lions Provide Eye Screening on Kid’s Day The Baldwin Lions Club partnered with two area Masonic groups to take advantage of the mass of kids in downtown Baldwin on Kid’s Day. With White Cloud Lion Bill Koch operating the Kid Sight camera, 36 children were screened, 3 referrals were found. Lions Bob and Shirley Flynn from the Luther Lions and Lion Tony Rutledge from the Big Rapids club wore dual hats that day, working as members of the Mason’s, operating one of six special computers. For each child, a voice recording, photograph, finger printing, height and measurements were taken and placed on a CD for the parent’s safe keeping. Kids were treated to a YOOPER bar upon completing the screening. As a bonus, the Baldwin Lions gained a new member after witnessing the service to the community that we Lions do.

Marysville Lions Have Fun at Annual Marysville Days Marysville Lions have been sponsoring the Marysville Days for several years now. There were new activities this year to bring additional interests to the overall festival. Other service clubs worked with the Lions club to make a well-rounded event of the 2014 festival. On Friday night Lions teamed up with Marysville High School and put on a 5k color blast run. The run started right on River road and ended in the park. Steve Rodgers track coach and teacher at the High School worked with Diane Silvia of the Marysville cross-country boosters. This was a real fun event everyone got in on the color blast; young

and old. This is will help the cross-country program at the school. There was a huge fireworks display over the St. Clair River Saturday night. There was a great response from the community, more people attended this year than ever before. Marysville Lions did an outstanding job. Lion Kathrine Wesh and Marty Whitsitt were running the information booth and ticket sales Friday evening.

Huron • Lapeer • Sanilac • St. Clair Benzie • Clare • Grand Traverse Isabella • Lake • Leelanau Manistee • Mason • Mecosta Midland • Missaukee • Montcalm Newaygo • Oceana • Osceola Wexford

Alcona • Alpena • Antrim • Arenac Charlevoix • Cheboygan • Crawford Emmet • Gladwin • Iosco • Kalkaska Montmorency • Ogemaw • Oscoda Otsego • Presque Isle • Roscommon

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Color blast participants at the Annual Marysville Days

Bad Axe Lions Annual Ladies Night Out

Bad Axe Lions did their annual ladies night out and installation of officers on Monday June 23rd at their fair stand. There was a social hour with the members and guests enjoying the camaraderie. A delicious steak dinner was served by the members with all the trimmings. Everything was prepared to perfection. Governor Wes Wagester installed the officers, with all the spouses present to enjoy the proceedings. New officers President Chris Natzel, 1st Vice Pres. Scott Brown, 2nd Vice Pres. Russ Soburn, 3rd Vice Pres. Larry Kanaby, Secretary Don Clark, Treasurer Todd Klasha, and Membership chair Ron Jins, Tail Twister Eric Lundy, Lion Tamer Jerry Sullivan, Directors Bill Mac Alpine, Bill Nugent, Gary Etzler, Randy Brown, Immediate Past President Jon Volk. This was a great job by the Bad Axe Lions bringing back fun to Lionism, Perfect weather, perfect food, and good fellowship.

District 11-E2 Lions Learn How To Revitalize Their Clubs Over 60 Lions from around District 11-E2 gathered at Mio High School to learn how to better serve our communities. Guest speakers from northern Indiana were PDGs Barbara Toosley and Dick Silveira. Dick has been DG twice, once in Massachusetts and once in Indiana. They presented a program entitled “Revitalizing Your Club” which was well received by the attendees. PDG Tim Anderson of District 11-E1 gave a short treatise on recruiting and retention. After lunch various forums were held in separate venues. They were: Where to find club programs; How to market your club; Club Finances and Related Material; and Communications: The key to a Healthy Club; Internal/Public/News Media; Brochures.

> Oscoda Lions Club Donated $250 to Eagle Scouts raising funds to build ramp for disabled person, worked road clean-up, worked at Lions of Michigan Walk/Run event, provided games for children at Lion/Rotary July 4th event and raised $100 from food sales, raised $960 selling raffle tickets at Grayling to Oscoda canoe race, provided eyeglasses for one person. Purchased coats for kids, Lions and Lioness both collected donations from local business for sight and hearing projects, and helped obtain a generator for a disabled persons’ facility. Donations to: Penrickton for miscellaneous supplies local animal shelter; Madonna University for hearing scholarship for deaf student; medical and physical needs of local child; lumber for handicap boardwalk and built a “splash pad” at a local park.

Greenville Lions Team Up With The 4-H Program

Both the Greenville Lions Club and the 4-H program are founded on education and life experiences for local youths. During last month’s Montcalm County 4-H Fair, the two organizations teamed up. For years, 4-H has manned a food vendor booth at the fair, raising money for educational experiences for 4-H students, but because the advisers as well as students are often too busy during the fair, operating the booth became a bit overwhelming. “We’re really busy during fair and (operating the booth) really puts us out during fair,” said Melanie Rodenhouse, vice president of the 4-H Council. The Lions Club has also had a vendor booth at the fair, selling typical fair food, hot dogs, brats, hamburgers, etc., but they had not always done as well as they hoped. This year, the two groups joined together to operate a booth, with 4-H supplying the building, booth and name recognition and the Lions Club members offering the man hours to shop cook and serve the food. The joint booth was a major success for both groups, raising about $9,000 total. The two organizations split the revenues evenly, each taking home around $4,500. “That’s more than we have ever made at the fair,” said Bo Stephenson, vice president of the Greenville Lions Club. “Boy, were we hoppin’.” The decision turned out beneficial to 4-H as well. “It’s definitely the most we’ve done at the new fairgrounds,” Rodenhouse said. “We were extremely happy.” While the groups were able to raise more money; it is money that will go back into the community. The Lions Club will use their newly generated funds to conduct community services, volunteer projects and opportunities for children. “They are all about the children and doing things for the children,” said Rodenhouse of the Lions Club members. Stevens said it is because of that (and admittedly lower prices) crowds at the fair flock to their booth for the food. “They know the money is going to the community,” he said. The 4-H Council will use its share of the profits to provide 4-H students with educational experiences such as classes, exploration days and trips to educational centers. The two groups enjoyed the experience so much; they are already beginning plans to join forces again next year. “We hope to have them back next year,” Rodenhouse said. And Stephenson said the Lions Club is hoping for another year as well. “We had a very busy week at fair with both of us there,” he said. “It sounds like we’re doing it next year as well.

Gaylord Lions In Alpenafest

The Gaylord Lions Club along with Julie Haase & Bentley, her Leader Dog in training, at the Gaylord 50th Alpenafest.

Lions Marty Whitsitt and Katherine Wesh

> Emmett Lions Purchase Paddle Boat For Bear Lake

Emmett held a raffle and used the proceeds to purchase a beautiful paddle boat for Bear Lake. This was done above and beyond the Governors goals. On Saturday June 21 Emmett Lions delivered the boat to Bear Lake and presented it to Dennis Tomkins camp director. This was great gift this boat is child oriented and much needed. Emmett Lion Gary Perry gave $100 to PDG Chuck Belesky and challenged all Lions clubs to do the same. This is the start of another boat. I am sure the Lions clubs throughout the state can come up with $100 per club to match Emmett Lions.

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> Beaverton Lions Club Ran beer and food tents at Beaverton’s 3rd annual “Rock the Park” event, then donated profits to the annual fireworks display.

> Boyne Valley Lions Club Boyne Valley hosted outdoor picnic and activities for elementary school students; cooked and served food for the Michigan Mountain Mahem; made a donation to Michigan Eye-Bank; and awarded (2) $500 scholarships and (1) $350 scholarship to graduating seniors.

> Charlevoix Lions Club Set up for Red Cross Blood Drive, held golf tournament at the Belvedere Club and raised $3,500, and served a chicken lunch for 475 participants of the annual Boyne Thunder Boating Group and raised $4,100.

> Cheboygan Lions Club Served a pulled pork dinner and raised $720, which they donated back to the community.

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Groves High School Senior Kurt Melendy, received a $1,000 Community Service Scholarship Award from 2013-2014 Beverly Hills Lions Club President Irv Usner. This was the 14th scholarship award presented by the club, per Lion Marion Easton, Scholarship Committee Chair.

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The Marshall Lions Onion sale gets bigger each year. Thisy ear, with Lion Barb Baggerly in charge, we sold 5,180 pounds of onions! Pickup was held at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds with several of our members helping Barb. We’d like to thank Estes Express Trucking for getting our onions to us.

Marshall Lions Wrap Up Annual Onion Sale

Lion Ron Gwilt wrote a heart-warming account of his visit to the Chippewa Correctional Facility’s “Future Leader Dogs for the Blind Puppy Day.” The Mackinaw City Lions are sponsoring FTL “Teysen,” named after long-time member Ken Teysen who recently passed away.

> Two Clubs Combine to Make Memorial Day a Lot Tastier

PCC Roger LaMothe, District 11 B1, will be honored by being inducted this year into the Lions of Michigan Foundation Hall of Fame. PCC Roger passed away suddenly in March, 2013 and served in many leadership roles during his years as a very active Lion.

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Lion David Tucker, New Council Chairman Jim Pettinato, and

Past International Director Bill Hansen.

The Melvin Jones Award is given to hard working Lions and at this installation of officers it was for a very hard working Lion, David Tucker. Over the past eight (8) years, Lion Dave has been the chairman of the Lake Orion Lions Christmas Basket Project. When the Lake Orion Lions call a food/toy basket for a family, they are talking maybe up to six (6) or more boxes of food. The food is to last at least a week for the needy family. Along with the food, in some cases, there are toys that are also given out the needy family. The baskets are passed out near Christmas but in David Tucker’s case, he is working for weeks to get the project set up and ready to go to work and ready to have the baskets passed out as the Lake Orion Lions Club take the baskets to the homes of the needy. Lion David Tucker was presented with his Melvin Jones Award at the Installation of Officers for the Lake Orion Lions Club.

> Lake Orion Lion Receives Melvin Jones Award

The Rochester Hills Lions Club had a visit by Ramesh Dodmani. Mr. Dodmani is a member of the Mysore Garden City Lions Club in India. He lives in Bangaluru, Karnataka, India. Mr. Dodmani was visiting his sister in Rochester Hills and inquired about attending our general meeting. He is a software consultant who was traveling for several weeks prior to attending the Lion Club international convention in Toronto. At the meeting our Lions Club hosted two guests Kessie Kaltsournis and Christine Murray from Blessings in a Backpack Avondale - Auburn Hills who made a presentation to our members.

A Visitor From India For The Rochester Hills Lions

The Wixom-Walled Lake Lions Club showed its support of community youth by presenting a $250.00 check and a framed certificate to high school graduates. The awards were given to recognize their Distinguished Community Service and to assist them with college expenses. According

> 2014 - Distinguished Youth Service Award $250 Winners

to Lion Dr. Raymond Froling, Lions District 11-A2 Region Chairman, “These graduates set an excellent example for other students to follow and they are most deserving winners of the awards. Encouraging community service and helping young people continue their education are challenges we face, and it’s a need our club continues to address. The Wixom-Walled Lake Lions are extraordinarily grateful for the support and contributions received from members of the community who are helping the Lions make a significant difference in its local communities.”

Lions Club President Don Kuechle and Andrea Schmit

Lion President Don Kuechle and David Sokol

Mr. Dodmani with Blessings in Backpack representatives,

Kessie Kaltsournis and Christine Murray, RHLC member Donna Calhoun and Walter Kulesza,

Club President

Lion Rod Detty ,Lion Chairperson Barb Baggerly

and Lion Pres. Jerry Jones at the Fair Grounds, delivering

Onions!

The Region III Zone 2 Zone Meeting became rather complicated when everyone joined hands in a large circle and had to pass a hula hoop around the group without letting your hand loose. Shown are Lions PDG Rod and Char Quada and Barb Baggerly. This contortionist exercise was instigated by Tail Twister and new Zone Chair Mark Robison of the Albion Lions. Conducted as a team-building exercise, members were skeptical, but ended up finding it to be a rather fun activity! They had a great setting – the parking lot of Olivia’s Chop House in Jonesville – and beautiful weather. The best part – they successfully did it!

> Zone Meeting Gets Physical!

The Vicksburg Lions 41st Annual Beer & Bratwurst Festival took place in July.

Vicksburg Lions Club

Rich Livingston and Ben Spieldenner were the 3rd Annual Cornhole winners.

The first festival to be held under the new shelter house in

Vicksburg

Lions Katie Grossman, Tim Galovan & Brett Grossman

Horseshoe winners

> district 11 C1

It’s almost time for the Muskegon Host Club to host their three day summer camp for the blind from August 22 to 24 at Pioneer Resources Camp for 40 applicants and many volunteers.

> Muskegon Lions Host Club

At their recent Installation Dinner, the Munith Lions presented a Melvin Jones Fellowship to Lion Marlene Huttenlocher and a Lion of the Year award to Lion Joan Iverson. Lion DG Barry Allen was on hand to participate and Lion Char Chrisman is also shown. Congratulations, Lion Marlene!

> Munith Lions Present Member with Melvin Jones Fellowship, Lion of the Year

Last month, the Clinton Lions honored Justine & Charlie Wahl for their contributions to the community with their Frontline Youth Center. An amazing story about the two and the center can be found at: http://www.lenconnect.com/article/20100128/News/301289930.

> Clinton Lions Present “Heart of a Lion” Award

Vandercook Lake Lions Present Three Long-time Members with Melvin Jones Awards They say good things come in three’s and that was definitely the case at the VCL Lions recent Installation Dinner, held recently. At the dinner, DG Barry Allen was on hand to present the three Fellowships. Lion Erv Handloser, 42 years; Lion Carroll Bush, 55 years; and Lion Ken Strobel, 47 years were all honored.

> Vandercook Lake Lions Club

The 2014 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Annual Picnic will be held at the Bedford Lions Clubhouse on September 6. Games start at 10 a.m. with lunch at noon. This annual District 11B1 project has been held at the Bedford Lion’s Den with the help of Lions inRegion 3. The District Deaf Picnic committee would like to see wider participation from Lions throughout the state!

> Bedford Lions Club

The Ann Arbor Host Lions planted flowers at the Alpha House, part of the Interfaith Hospitality Network. They conducted eyeglass recycling, supported Meals on Wheels and made a healthy $1500 donation to the Eye Bank, and other large donations to LMSF, LCIF and local organizations. The AA Host Lions conducted a total of 465 Kidsight screenings on 19 dates in 2013-14, resulting in 46 referrals!

> Ann Arbor Host Lions Club

The Dexter Lions participated in Relay for Life of Dexter and the Dexter-Ann Arbor Run, both in June. They also made an awesome $1k donation to the Relay for Life and the Michigan from the Heart Golf Outing in Ann Arbor.

> Dexter Lions Club

The Hillsdale Lions turned in 438 pairs of eyeglasses, held their Kids Fest vision screening event, conducted/supported a Blood Drive and are preparing for their annual horse show on July 19th at the Hillsdale Fairgrounds

> Hillsdale Lions Club

The Jackson Host Lions provided $665 in financial assistance for eye exams and glasses, provided Blind Club transportation & supervision and worked on their upcoming Diamond in the Rough Golf Outing plans (Aug 10th). They also collected approx 300 pairs of eyeglasses from 26 collection sites.

> Jackson Host Lions Club


> MD11 news

> district 11 D2 (cont’d)

Algonac Lions Successful Fundraiser The Algonac Lions have been sponsoring the children’s dress up parade as part of their Pickerel festival. This is the 76th festival this year and is the major fundraiser of the Algonac Lions and Lioness. This year there was an unusual response to the parade with hundreds of local children entering. The best contest winners were Kayla Labelle, and Lillian Danielson, with the help of Susan Michalic. The kiddie parade has been part of the Algonac Lions pickerel festival for the last several years. This is organized and put into motion by the Algonac Lioness’s. That club was out in force working with the children. Lions Tim Treppa, Vern Boyle, and Doug Brewer were assisting with the parade. The Algonac Lions River Queen float brought up the rear of the parade. The River Queen is becoming a familiar sight.

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> district 11 D1

The Auburn-Williams Lions Club held an” Eye Bike Ride” with a BBQ Lunch; proceeds to help Michigan EyeBank.

> Auburn Williams Lions Club

> Grayling Lions Club Purchased eyeglasses for two individuals; provided funds for parent to transport child to juvenile diabetes camp, raised $85 from inkjet cartridge recycling, sponsored student to attend hearing impaired camp at Bear Lake, student who attended camp and grandmother attended meeting to thank the Lions, donated $150 to Camp Transition Zone.

Lexington Lions Award Scholarship The Lexington Lions club has awarded the 2014 $1000.00 scholarship to Cory Martin, a graduating senior at Cros-Lex High School. Cory comes from a family with a long history of Lion membership which might explain his giving nature when it comes to volunteering to help others. A Boy Scout since he was 6 years old, he has attained the rank of Eagle Scout helping to build a soccer wall and restore Baker Civil War Cemetery. Cory has earned the impressive number of 45 merit badges. He was part of the Mackinac Island Governor’s Honor Troop, and served on staff at the National Jamboree in W. Virginia. His own Eagle Scout project was to build the pavilion for the Croswell Splash Pad and currently is a Scout Leader for Troop 322. He has earned the Bronze Eagle award and served as executive vice chief in his Order of the Arrow chapter. He will also receive an Eagle Scout Scholarship to help with his college expenses. As an athlete, Cory earned his varsity letter in Track and Cross- Country and was a member of the NHS and Quiz Bowl. Cory plans to major in business at SC4. The Lions are proud and honored to help Cory on his way to what will certainly be a bright future!

> Lincoln Lions Club Held a golf scramble followed by a prime rib dinner raising $3,200 for their scholarship fund; and a raffle at the Annual Salmon/Lake Trout Tournament generating $5,000 for service projects.> Mackinaw City Lions Club

Lion Ron Gwilt wrote a heart-warming account of his visit to the Chippewa Correctional Facility’s “Future Leader Dogs for the Blind Puppy Day.” The Mackinaw City Lions are sponsoring FTL “Teysen,” named after long-time member Ken Teysen who recently passed away.

> Mio Lions Club Donated $250 for volleyball uniforms, raised $80 from Lion mint sales and $905 from tent rentals, and hosted the 1st Annual Lions Academy Raised $1,226 from White Cane Drive; hosted a kids free fishing day; donated fireworks to two local communities; and provided an eye exam and eyeglasses for one individual.

> Prescott/Skidway Lake Lions Club

Collected $792 from White Cane Drive, raised $131 from Lion mint sales, donated 73 pair of used eyeglasses, provided eyeglasses to one person, and seven members attend a dedication of playground equipment at Camp Fish Tale, which the club supports.

> Rogers City Lions Club Start of Lucky 13 fundraiser, and Lion Karen Maher donated a new American flag to commemorate her year as club president.

> Rose City Lions Club Held White Cane Drive to fund eyeglass budget; assisted individual with hearing aids; send child to camp for speech therapy and social skills; provided eye exam and eyeglasses for individual. Made donations to Bear lake Camp, Ogemaw Child Protective Services and Vocational Optometric Services to Humanity (VOSH).

> Oscoda Lions Club The Oscoda Lions built a handicap ramp. Lions Lewis Moeller, Tony Priebe, Chuck Andrina and Rick Ferebee Bob Visser did a fine job.

The Montrose Lions Club sponsored the “Mud-Bog” during the Montrose Blueberry Festival.

> Montrose Lions Club

The Vassar Lions Club had a “Christmas in July” Steak Fry.

> Vassar Lions Club

The Davison Lions Club also held a steak fry.

> Davison Lions Club

> district 11 C1 (cont’d)

It has been a huge service summer for Muskegon Northside with Eye screenings and hearing tests, Pancake Breakfasts, a float in the North Muskegon Parade, the Eggleston Festival while Ramp building is revving up. On the Causeway project, canons are being restored while cement pads are being poured for the relocation of monuments. A handicap picnic table has been purchased for Custer Park in North Muskegon which comes complete with a top memorializing the Northside Club. Other picnic table purchased by the city of North Muskegon will be assembled by the club as yet another service project.

> Muskegon Northside Lions Club

The Middleville Lions club hosted “Taste of Middleville” participants enjoyed samples of local eateries! Proceeds of the event will benefit the Middleville Lions Club and their community fund, which helps local groups and projects.

> Middleville Lions Club

SUMMERTIME FUN AT LIONS BEAR LAKE CAMP!

VIEWS FROM TORONTOJessica Wehby, GVSU Lion & immediate past president)

takes a break from the convention to enjoy a view of

Toronto.

Governor Barb and Duane Durflilnger

MIDWEST EYE-BANKS &THE LIONS OF MICHIGAN

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