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The Illinois Lion, Lioness, Leo

MD1 e-Magazine (Lite) Vol. 3 - Issue 4, October 2015

Above: Graduates from Lions Clubs International Lions University posing at USA-Canada Lions 2015 Forum Below: Biggest 2015 Candy Day Jamboree in the World – District 1A Lions a Willowbrook Banquets

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Council Chair Speaks:

It is hard to believe that ¼ of the Lion year is already over, but so much Lion work has been accomplished r Districts making their visits, working their programs, installing new members and promoting Lion President Yamadas’ theme of Dignity, Harmony, Humanity. Please support your Governor in their service to your district.

Most of the Districts have already held their Candy Day Jamborees and are looking forward to an outstanding Candy Day for the Lions of Illinois Foundation on October 9th. The monies that the Lions collect will help support the programs that our Foundation offers for us to help those in our districts.

Our Illinois Lions were well represented at the USA/CANADA Forum that was held in Grand Rapids, Michigan September 17-19. Lions from all over North America and Canada were in attendance to attend the varied seminars, re-acquaint with some old friends, meet new friends and experience the great town of Grand Rapids. The Lions of Illinois, with just over 100 in attendance, enjoyed themselves in all the aspects of the forum and were even seen working at some of the events. Now that’s the way to show the Team Spirit we have here in MD-1. Over 70 Lions from Illinois gathered on Friday night in what is becoming a tradition at the forum, in an impromptu dinner and meet and greet with whoever would like to attend. All had a great time. Next years forum will be held in Omaha, Nebraska. Make plans to attend.

The next Governors Council Meeting will be held on Saturday December 5, 2015 at the Abraham Lincoln Hotel in Springfield, Illinois. All Lions are

welcome to attend. It is an open forum. At the meeting the Governors will be selecting the next International Convention Pin, the Peace Poster and the Environmental Photo winners that will be sent on to the International Competitions and hopefully MD-1 will be selected as a winner this year.

Be sure to read the “Spouses Speak” article this month. They are working on their Centennial Service Project by raising the funds necessary to provide duffle bags to foster children. They have been working on this project since August and could use your support to see it through.

It does seem early but MD-1 is about to have its first District Convention. District 1-M, Governor Kevin Mendenhall, is hosting the very first convention for the new district. If you would like to attend please contact PDG Ken Horn at kenhorn1@comcast.net and he can help you to register. The Convention will be held on October 23 and 24th at the Decatur Conference Center.

As always Lions, Thank You for your service,

Lion Steve Anton

MD-1 Council Chairman

It’s Great To Be A Lion, CC Steve Anton santonlions@comcast.net Editorial:

“What a Forum we had in Grand Rapids! Seminars, Fellowhip and making new Friends!” If you did not attend this USA-Canada Lions Leadership Forum, you missed a lot. All lions must make it a point in attending at least one forum in life time. Forum is only for 3 days from Thursday to Saturday. Extend your days as part of your vacation and kill two birds in one stone – Forum + Vacation.

1938 Lions, Lionesses, Leos and Guests registered

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The Spouses Speak……….

“Duffle’s for Dignity”

Service Project

to Grand Rapids Forum. Stride Walk was a thrilling experience around the waters. My extra fun was to click 1042 photographs of the forum and posting on facebook.

2016 Forum will be in Omaha, Nebraska – September 15th to 17th. It will be 40th Forum which started in 1976 in Rosemont, Illinois.

Several seminars to chose from to gain your knowledge and experience to be a good leader in your club, district and state. What we heard is, next year’s forum will have hands on project during one of these three days to show our leadership and experience to Omaha community and the attendees of the Forum and it will be “Leadership for Service.”

Hands on Saturday with Engaging Our Youth, Sharing the Vision, Relieving the Hunder and Protecting our Environment.

And now, it is time for our own MD1 Leadership Forum which will be on November 14, 2015 at the Embassy Suites, East Peoria. Registration Form posted on MD1 website for registration: http://illinoislionsmd1.org/ and also added in this newsletter.

Presentation Topics Include: Guiding Lion Training, CEP Facilitator Training, Lions Gone Wild, Promoting Young Lions Panel, Membership: Ask 1, Keep 1, Start 1, Transparency: What Does This Mean to your Club, Virtual Lions Club Participation and Virtual Lions Community Help, The 2017 Convention: Just Around the Corner in Chicago. Mark your calendar and register. Hotel Room is only $99 per night which includes free breakfast. Saturday evening MD1 PDG Association will have their Annual Dinner Banquet at the same place. In the following pages, you will find more information. -Austin D’Souza, Editor ILStateEditor@gmail.com The Spouses Speak……….

Meet PDG Jani Mendenhall 1-M

Update on “Duffels’ for Dignity”

This is my very favorite year in Lionism. I started in 1996. Every year has been full of new experi-ences with new challenges, adventures and fulfill-ment. Especially the year I was able to serve Dis-trict 1-CS as its Governor! This year I am the spouse of DG Kevin Mendenhall, District 1-M. A new district that merged out of District 1-E and Dis-trict 1-L. That in itself has challenges and rewards. Like any marriage it gives us a whole new family to love, learn about and enjoy! Also as in any family there are minor disputes mostly about who will be doing what. Overall the transition is smooth and enjoyable. Besides by supporting my husband clerically, with communications and visits to clubs and club activities, this year I am a part of a won-derful group of spouses, who are taking the initia-tive to do more than is asked of us. The spouses of MD-1 are proactive in the Centennial Challenge. Right now we are working on “Duffles for Dignity”, to provide duffle bags to children in the foster care system. Usually when they are transferred or placed in homes, all their belonging are placed in a plastic trash bag. What does that do to their digni-ty? More information on this project can be found on the Facebook page, MD-1 Council of Governors 2015-2016 or on request from any Governor’s spouse. How did we get here? Each of the spouses has a different story to tell but here is mine.

I joined Lions in 1996, in the Rock township Lions Club 26A1 (now 26M3). By my second full year I was president of the club of 112. Along with the presidency came the honor of selecting 1 new

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fundraiser and 1 new service project. For my ser-vice project I chose “Christmas Shopping with Ma-ma”. Lions shopped with the mama for their chil-dren. The children were not present during the shopping and never put in public eye like most of the other programs. They didn’t have to know where the gifts came from, that was up to the par-ents to say, from them, Santa, grandparents or Li-ons. It was not about credit but about the dignity of the children who needed Christmas.

Names of the mothers came from the school nurs-es. Our area covered 5 elementary schools. One of the names was of a young mother with sons aged 7 and 9. Chosen because the 7 year old was wearing the hand me down coat of the 9 year old, who was wearing a coat of his grandfathers who was about 6’4”. They were often without socks and most other clothing was tattered.

Having been furnished with a phone number I called it morning, noon and night without ever get-ting an answer. In desperation I was able to con-vince the nurse to give me the address so my vice president and I could visit. The Saturday morning we visited I found that the mother and children had no phone, the number I had been calling was the grandfather’s. He had been unable to answer as he was hospitalized having a quadruple bypass sur-gery. I talked to the mother about participating in our program, explaining the shopping would be for clothing and 1 toy for each child. That she could select whatever she wanted with a limit of $65 per child. She was eager to participate. Most of the shopping for the other 70+ families had been com-pleted. I was to shop with her. She was a savvy shopper. As we stood in a checkout line in Arnold, MO. she looked at me and said “I am so happy that you did this for my boys, without it, they would not have had a Christmas this year.” I answered, “We are just glad we are able to.” Her come back, “No you don’t understand, I have an inoperable brain tumor and this is my last Christmas with my boys!” We both stood in that checkout line crying, shame-lessly, tears running down our faces, unable to talk. Other shoppers looked at us as if we were blither-

ing idiots. Neither of us cared it was raw emotion. The kind we often try to hide but it was something else for me, it was, when I actually became a Lion ……when I understood we do change lives, we do make a difference for those who can’t. That Christmas I was “Lion Santa”. She was right. She battled the tumor with the help of the Lions until June. Soon after, the Missouri Dept. of Child and Family Services took the boys into custody. The state did not let the Lions continue to be in contact with the boys. Their rationale was, they would be more easily adopted if they had no ties. That was Christmas of 1998 and since, not a Christmas pass-es without my wondering what became of those boys to whom I helped to have a better life this year? I love being a Lion and all the facets of ser-vice we are able to take advantage of. Nothing feels better than knowing you have made a differ-ence in another human life and that they live bet-ter because of your service! Lions please don’t keep your stories of service to yourselves! It is not bragging, it is sharing your love of service and it could be just the thing to make another person want to have that same feeling and become a Lion. The more Lions, the more service, the more service the better the world.

Lion Jani Mendenhall, PDG First Lady, District 1-M Lions If you are interested in donating to “Duffles for Dignity

Project”, contact your District Governor Spouse. Mon-

etary donations can be written to the Lions of Illinois

(memo line Duffles for Dignity”)

The Spouses of the 2015-2016 Council LEADERSHIP CORNER

This is the fourth in a series of articles based on Your Club, Your Way. This pamphlet is provided by Lions Clubs International, DA-YCYW EN 9/14. It is designed to help clubs customize your

meetings to meet the interests of members and the needs of your community. It is available online at lionsclubs.org or by calling the District and Club Administration Division at 630-571-5466.

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Page ten of Your Club Your Way, focuses on promoting your club meetings.

One way to promote membership is to promote your club meeting as well as service activities and fund raising projects. Consider the following questions.

-Does your community know where and when your Lions Club meets?

-Is there a welcome sign at the entrance to your community with a Lions’ logo stating meeting times and venues?

-Is there a Lions’ plaque prominently displayed at your meeting place?

-Are there informational flyers giving your club name, meeting time and place or details of your event as well as a contact number posted in high traffic areas of the community such as the local post office, library, grocery store, or financial institutions?

-Does your club have a web presence? If so, is your website or Facebook page updated and current?

-Is your club information, including meeting time and place and upcoming events, linked to the community website?

-Does your club promote meetings, service activities, and fundraisers by inviting the local newspaper, radio station, or TV affiliate to attend your event?

If your club answered yes to several of these questions, then it is likely the local community knows “who you are and what you do”. If not, consider discussing ways to promote your activities and events at your next meeting.

-Jama Wahl, MD1 State GLT Chairperson jamawahl@yahoo.com

MEMBERSHIP CORNER: How Sweet Are The Playoffs? What on earth do I mean by that question? Let’s take care of the playoff part first. By the time you read this it is very possible the Ma-jor League Baseball (MLB) playoff

pairings will have been determined. If your favor-ite team is included, those playoffs are very sweet. If not, there is always the old baseball axiom: “Wait until next year.” The sweet part in my question really has nothing to do with any baseball playoffs. It has everything to do with the general public’s sweet tooth. In other words: Candy Day. Stop and think of what our Li-ons of Illinois Foundation does for all residents of Illinois through your very own Lions Club. We offer 1) Used eyeglasses collection, 2) our “Seeing is Be-lieving” program, 3) Low vision clinics, 4) the use of your Mobile Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Unit, 5) Lions of Illinois Eye Research Institute, 6) Used hearing aid collection and hearing aid bank, 7) Mo-bile Hearing Screening Unit, 8) Infant hearing screenings, 9) Cochlear Implant program, 10) Camp Lions and more. Many of these services are pro-vided at no charge. Who pays the bills? We do through our efforts on Candy Day and other Lions of Illinois Foundation fundraisers. What’s Candy Day have to do with membership? I would prefer to switch that question around. What does membership have to do with Candy Day? The answer boils down to one simple fact. The odds are that the more people we have collecting dona-tions the more funds will be realized. No matter if the people are on street corners, at store fronts or other locations, more people should equal more funds. Does your town have a high school football home game on Friday night, October 9th or on Sat-urday, October 10th? Will you be allowed to collect donations at the stadium entry points? Just asking. Maybe it’s too late to have more Lions working Candy Day this year. Think about next year. Think about your own club’s fundraisers next Spring and

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next Summer. Wouldn’t it be great to have a few additional members help out? The answer has to be “YES!” Traditionally, October has been a mem-bership month. Now would be a good time to re-cruit, orientate and induct new members for your club. The orientation part is extremely important. It is where any new member will learn exactly what is expected of them in terms of dues, attendance at meetings and special event participation. A good orientation should eliminate a lot of potential sur-prises that could lessen the enthusiasm of that new member. -Paul Gergolla, PDG MD-1 GMT Coordinator Phone: 630-858-8073 Email: lionpg1@aol.com

State Alert Corner: Greetings Fall Readers,

The USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum just took place. Lions from all over, a good 2,000 of them attended. Lions were able to pick

from 90 sessions and one of them was Disaster Relief – LCI Alert Program. PIP Lion Jimmy Ross was the presenter. The message was clear, the first thing we need to do is “Prepare”. I know several Lions from Illinois attended this session and I hope they bring the message back with them and not keep it a secret.

There were many highlights from the forum and this is one that made an impression on me. During the closing ceremony, Wayne Brock, the Chief Executive of the Boy Scouts of America had a few words to share. He talked about how being a scout prepares a young boy to be ready for adulthood. He gave an example of a camping trip which was hit by a terrible storm. By the time first responders made it to the camp, the scouts had already organized themselves and started taking care of those who were injured. This happened because they were “prepared”.

Lions do a great job when something happens and we respond. The only problem is, we should have

a plan in place before we respond. “Respond” is part two of an Alert plan, not the first. Think of it this way, you put your socks on before your shoes and not the reverse.

There will be upcoming opportunities for you to hear about ALERT at mini forums and other conferences. There are opportunities for your club to hear about ALERT from a District Chair. Lions International always has resources for you to look at on their website. Just type in “ALERT” in the search box and info will be at your fingertips. All this information will not do any good if you don’t start using it.

Lion Jim Kiser, State Alert Chair LionJimKiser@sisna.com 630-660-7944

(PID Bud Wahl, MD-1 Coordinator)

During the last Lions fiscal year (July 1, 2014 – Jun 30, 2015), clubs, districts and individual Lions in MD-1 contributed more than $172,000 to LCIF. With 514 Lions Clubs and 15,028 members

on the books on June 30, 2015, that equals to an average of $335 per club (if all 514 clubs donated something), or $11.46 per member (if all 15,028 members donated something).

The chart below shows the actual statistics per

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district during the last fiscal year.

As you can see, not all clubs made a donation to LCIF last year. Additionally, not all Lions made a donation. With only 194 clubs donating $172,254 through either club or individual member giving, that averages out to nearly $890 per club! Can you imagine how much could be donated to LCIF if HALF of our clubs participated in LCIF? IF 258 clubs (half of 516) participated and gave the $890 club average, MD-1 would be contributing nearly $230,000 to LCIF! That is equivalent to 230,000 kids receiving the measles vaccination; or 161,000 children could be provided vision screening; or 4,600 people could receive adaptive devices for low vision; or 23 Emergency Grants of $10,000 each could be awarded to districts for disaster relief following a tornado, flood or hurricane. All of this could be accomplished by donations from Lions Clubs in Illinois.

As the Multiple District Coordinator for MD-1, it is my hope that we can reach at least 50% club participation this year throughout the state. Two districts surpassed that mark last year, and congratulations to Districts D (75.93%) and J (54.69%) for that achievement. Each District Coordinator has been given the responsibility to develop district goals for this year and one of their goals is to obtain at least a 50% club participation. YOU can help by having YOUR club make a donation to LCIF this year. Perhaps a Melvin Jones Fellowship to a deserving Lion would be in order. Or a gift to the Area of Greatest Need. Whatever the reason, whatever the amount…100% of your gift to LCIF will benefit someone in need.

The MD1 Lions Leadership Forum promises a few new twists this year. To be held at the Embassy Suites, 100 Conference Center Drive, East Peoria, Illinois on November 14th, the day of seminars and training will offer a Guiding Lion training as well as a CEP Facilitator Training (Club Excellence Process). Spaces for these classes are limited to thirty Lions each. Lions can register for one, both, or neither of these sessions as noted on the registration form. The spaces will be filled on a first come first served basis. (See Form on Page 13/14)

Also new this year will be The Leadership Exchange: Lions Gone Wild. PID Bud Wahl will facilitate the double session that will include presentations on communication, goal setting, effective meetings, creativity, diversity, conflict resolution, managing change, recognition, time management, and presentation skills. Attendees at this fast paced engaging session will be able to select from four of the ten topics.

A panel of young Lions will share their insight and ideas on how to grow and keep new Lions in our clubs. Hear what they have to say and take a new idea or two back to your club.

Other topics include Membership: Ask 1, Keep 1, Start 1; Transparency: What Does This Mean to your Club?; Virtual Lions Club Participation and Virtual Lions Community Help; and the 2017 Convention: Just Around the Corner in Chicago

Registration materials will soon be available. Watch the MD1 Website, the MD1 Newsletter, or check with your District Governor or MD1 Forum Representative for your district. If you have

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questions, please contact Jama Wahl, MD1 GLT Coordinator, 815-822-3014,

-jamawahl@yahoo.com. This will be a Lions day of learning that you will not want to miss!

MD1 Lions Leadership Forum Program Book

Ads for the 2015 MD1 Lions Leadership Forum Program Book are a GREAT way to “get the word out” about service projects, fundraisers, and important info. Don’t miss the opportunity to

-promote upcoming Lions activities and events

-thank a Lion or Lions Club for a job well done

-celebrate your efforts to provide the best service to your community

Ads can be placed by individual Lions, Lions Clubs, or Districts.

Half Page $30.00 Full Page $50.00 Please send your ad with remittance made payable to Lions of Illinois, Inc. to:

Lions of Illinois, Inc. Attn: SST Michele Faires

PO Box 127 Hopedale, Illinois 61747

Ads are due to the State Office by October 1, 2015

Chili’s give-back program earns LIF 15% of sales when you enjoy their tasty meals this November - January

Anywhere in Illinois Enjoy a delicious meal at Chili's at their restaurants anywhere in Illinois and earn

Lions of Illinois Foundation 15% of your sale (excluding tax and gratuity)

for funding our Low Vision Screenings for youth.

This promotion begins November 1, 2015 & ends January 31, 2016

Participate as many times as you want!

Go to the lionsofillinoisfoundation.org website to get more vouchers and your FREE CHILI'S Chips & Salsa

coupon. It could not be simpler or more delicious!

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The MD1 Lions Leadership Forum has changed venues. The adjustment was made following discussion at the August Council of Governors’ meeting.

On November 14, 2015, the MD1 Forum will be held at the Embassy Suites in East Peoria. The registration form posted on the MD1 website and included in this newsletter reflects the new venue. A recent tour of the facility promises larger session rooms and more convenience for meals.

Presentation Topics Include:

Guiding Lion Training

CEP Facilitator Training

Lions Gone Wild

Promoting Young Lions Panel

Membership: Ask 1, Keep 1, Start 1

Transparency: What Does This Mean to your Club

Virtual Lions Club Participation and Virtual Lions Community Help

The 2017 Convention: Just Around the Corner in Chicago

The MD1 Forum will also have a program book with the opportunity for clubs, individuals, or districts to post an ad. Half Page $30.00 Full Page $50.00 Please send your ad with remittance made payable to Lions of Illinois, Inc. to: Lions of Illinois, Inc. Attn: SST Michele Faires PO Box 127 Hopedale, Illinois 61747 Ads are due to the State Office by October 1, 2015 If you have questions about the MD1 Lions Leadership Forum, please contact district MD1 Forum Representative, District Governor, or Jama

Wahl, MD1 GLT Coordinator, 815-822-3014, jamawahl@yahoo.com. Don’t miss this opportunity for Lions’ Learning! Better educated Lions provide better service!

Annual Banquet and Induction of Immediate Past District Governors on November 14, 2015 at

6:30pm

EMBASSY SUITES EAST PEORIA

100 CONFERENCE CENTER DR, EAST PEORIA, IL

PDG’s Mark Your Calendars!

SECOR — William L. Foli, 77, of Secor, died at 9:07 a.m. Fri-

day (July 31, 2015) at Advocate

BroMenn Medical Center in Nor-

mal.

His service held at 11 a.m. Mon-

day at St. Patrick Church of

Merna, Bloomington, with the

Rev. John Steffen officiating.

Memorials may be directed to the

Danvers Lions Club.

Bill was born April 21, 1938, in

Bloomington, the son of William

J. and Elizabeth Eva Hindenberg Foli. He married Sandra K.

Otto on Dec. 29, 1962, in Denver, Colo. She survives.

He is also survived by a son, Bryan (Becca) Foli of Cham-

paign; three grandchildren, Connor (Hannah) Foli, Isaac Foli

and Eliza Foli; two sisters, Donna L. Foli and Sharon (James)

Jaeger, both of Bloomington; and two nieces, Michelle and

Stephanie Jaeger.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Bill was a 1956 graduate of Normal Community High School

and received a B.S. in building technology from Bradley Uni-

versity. He served in the U.S. Air Force for 21 years, retiring

in 1982 as a major. He was a member of the Reserve Officers

Association. Bill also worked for the Hamakua Sugar Com-

pany in Hawaii, retiring after 10 years with the company.

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Bill’s love was the Lions Club. He was a member and held many offices for Lions Club International. He also enjoyed succulent

plants and deer hunting with his good friend,

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“One of the best hotels ever!” We just returned from our stay in Springfield. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this hotel. The staff was very friendly, the beds were extremely comfortable, and the location was perfect for visiting all of the historic Lincoln sites. We ate in the hotel restaurant three times during our stay. My husband said it was the best burger he ever had! I had the prime rib and it was excellent. Our server was Sean - very friendly and very prompt to attend to our every need!

“Possibly the best hotel in town” I am in Springfield often and this is my favorite hotel. Clean, well-appointed, comfortable rooms. One deficit is the walls are thin and you can hear every word, sneeze and flush. Great breakfast buffet includes made to order omelette. Room service menu is quite limited and not the best, but it's good enough if you're exhausted or don't feel like venturing out of your room. There's always a conference or other activity so rooms book up, you'll need a reservation. Front desk staff could be friendlier, but otherwise good

“One of the best hotels ever!” We just returned from our stay in Springfield. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this hotel. The staff was very friendly, the beds were extremely comfortable, and the location was perfect for visiting all of the historic Lincoln sites. We ate in the hotel restaurant three times during our stay. My husband said it was the best burger he ever had! I had the prime rib and it was excellent. Our server was Sean - very friendly and very prompt to attend to our every need!

RECENT REVIEWS for the ABE LINCOLN:

SOME OF THE TOP THINGS TO DO in SPRINGFIELD:

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum

Lincoln Home National Historic Site

Dana-Thomas House, a Frank Lloyd Wright ‘Hidden Treasure’

Lincoln Tomb & War Memorials

Lincoln Memorial Gardens

Lions of IL State Convention

The Abe Lincoln Hotel in Springfield, IL, site of the:

2016 State Convention

May 20th through May 22nd, 2015

SAVE THE DATE and plan on joining us for some: FUN, FELLOWSHIP & FULFILLMENT!

More to come next month!

Rates for Convention = $99 + tax per night!

COME EARLY OR STAY AFTER THE

CONVENTION AND ENJOY ALL SPRINGFIELD

HAS TO OFFER!

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LIONS OF ILLINOIS MD-1 FORUM

NOVEMBER 14, 2015 EMBASSY SUITES EAST

PEORIA

100 CONFERENCE CENTER DR, EAST PEORIA, IL

Schedule of Events

Morning Afternoon

Registration: 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. Lunch: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

Seminars: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Seminars: 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Closing Session: 3:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Seminars & Activities

This year’s MD1 Lions Leadership Forum promises a few new twists. A GUIDING LION training will be held for 30 interested Lions who register for this session. Also available will be the (CEP) CLUB EXCELLENCE PROCESS FACILITATOR Training for 30 Lions. Please note on your registration form if you wish to be involved in one or both of these sessions. These spaces will be filled on a first come first served basis. Please note: a Lion could participate in one, both, or neither of these sessions.

LIONS GONE WILD will be a double session that allows Lions to select from ten topics and attend four mini-sessions. Topics include communication, goal setting, effective meetings, creativity, diversity, conflict resolution, managing change, recognition, time management, and presentation skills. We will also feature a panel on Engaging Younger Members as well as the latest on Membership Techniques, and MUCH MUCH MORE!

There are no Friday Night Activities planned, but this might be a great time to have a reunion of your Council of Governors, RLLI group, or just a friendly dinner. Lions are a social group! Why not make some plans to renew friendships?

Reservations for lodging at the rate of $99.00/night (plus tax) - which includes breakfast - can be made by calling the Embassy Suites at: (800) 362-2779 by October 23, 2015. To receive the discounted Forum group rate, let them know you are with the Lions of Illinois.

REGISTRATION FORM One Form Per Person Registration Fee is $25.00 per person and includes

Seminars and Lunch

Please Make Checks Payable to Lions of Illinois, Inc. and mail to:

Lions of Illinois, Inc. POB 127 Hopedale, IL 61747-0127

Completed Registration Form and Fee must be received by November 6, 2015

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Total Enclosed in Cash or Check No. = $ 25.00 Name: Phone or E-Mail:

Club: District 1- Lion Officer Position:

Street Address:

City: State: Zip Code:

The following two sessions are limited to 30 participants. Please select your participation choice. to participate in the GUIDING LION training.

to participate in the CEP Facilitator training.

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Past International Director obert E. "Bob" Maxey, 90, of

Springfield, Il., died Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015, at St. John's Hospice in Springfield. He

was the ow was the owner and president of Byers Printing Co. for more than 50 years. He was a member of

the Springfi Noon Lions Club for more than 60 years, serving in most of the club's offices. Bob served as Lions

District Gov Governor, 1-E, from 1965-66. He also served on several Lions state committees. He was elected

elected to as the board of directors for Lions Clubs International serving from 1981-82. Bob received

numerous numerous awards and citations for his service to Lions, including its highest award, the

Ambassador Ambassador of Good Will.

Bob was an active member of his church and active in the Springfield community, serving on the board and as president

of the Triangle Center, serving on the board and as president of the Mary Bryant Home for the Blind and Visually

Impaired, along with several other boards and committees.

He is survived by a son, William R. (wife, Kathy) Maxey of Springfield; a daughter, Mary (husband, David) Moreland of Chatham; a brother, Edward (wife, Gerry) Maxey of Springfield; four grandchildren, Christopher, Emily, Robert and Elizabeth Maxey; a sister-in-law, Marilyn Petefish; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to: The Springfield Noon Lions Club Foundation, 30 Tophill Lane, Springfield, IL

62704, or The Mary Bryant Home, 2960 Stanton St., Springfield, IL 62703.

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The Lions Clubs

International Convention in Hawaii has quickly passed by, and we are looking at less than two more years before the Lions of the World come to celebrate the 100th Anniversary. The MD-1 Host committee is fully committed to be ready to host this event. If you haven’t heard by now, the Centennial Convention will be held at McCormick Place in

Chicago starting on Friday, June 28 and running through Tuesday, July 4, 2017. The International Parade will be Saturday, July 1, 2017 and is

scheduled to march down State Street from Lake Street south to Congress Parkway. There will be planned activities throughout the convention including tours at the Lions Clubs Headquarters in Oak Brook and Melvin Jones Grave Site in Chicago. Over the past years, the MD-1 Host Committee has been putting together the activities and the financial plans that will need to make this a success project for

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the Lions of Illinois. And at the same time, we realize the responsibility for success is both the Sub Committee Chairpersons as well as the volunteers that will help during the convention. As chairman, I thank you for your patients as we prepare for this major event in the History of Our Organization. The Host Committee has been active in the couple of fund raising activities. As your club starts putting together their budgets for the coming years, please keep in mind the 2017 MD-1 Host Committee. We have a patch that will be given to your club for your banner showing your support to the committee. There are three levels of donations starting at $100.00, then $250.00 and finally $500.00. Each level has a different banner patch and over the next couple of years your club can earn them all. You may find that your club may not be able to donate, but then look at doing something with other clubs as a region project where you can earn patches for all clubs involved. I would like to thank those clubs and districts that have made a donation already. For those who have purchased our Commemorative Pin, the committee thanks you. Sales have been strong not only throughout the state, but points beyond. The Third Commemorative Pin will be available in January for $5.00 as well. The pin is a three dimensional and will be the official logo of the Host Committee. As we go forward all three pins will be available at your sub district convention and by ordering. Starting at the MD1 Forum in November, the committee will be accepting names and contact information for the much needed volunteers. I have estimated that we will need more than 2000 volunteers throughout the convention. There are a variety of areas that volunteers are needed. The list of areas is located on the flyer. Please look over the list and mark the areas that you are interested in work. The shift time is about 3 hours to the maximum and with a enough workers it would not be longer unless you choose to. All volunteers will receive a vest to wear showing the Lions that you are here to assist them. I hope that you would consider

and becoming an active part of the committee. As you can see, we are well on the way to hosting the Lions of the World” at the 2017 Centennial Convention in Chicago. There is a lot of work to be done. If you are interested in learning more please feel free to attend a meeting at the MD1 Forum at the Embassy Suites East Peoria, 100 Conference Center Drive, East Peoria, IL. Our session will be held on Saturday afternoon, November 14, 2015 following lunch. Everyone is welcome to attend. We will be talking about getting involved as a volunteer and what we are looking for from you as a volunteer. Only once in your life time will you be able to say that “that I had an active part in the Centennial Celebration of Lionism in Chicago”. So, let’s be Proud, as Lions of Illinois, of this honor and show the world our Pride in hosting this celebration.

-Lion Robert Block, PDG 2017 MD-1 Host Committee, Chairman

Dear Lions,

On a recent trip to Peru, Brazil and Belize, I had the honor of seeing many Lions and Leos in action. And they are doing great work!

With help from a Lions Clubs International (LCIF)

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seed grant, Leos near Lima are spearheading an effort to provide safety, rehabilitation, job training and hope to young victims of human trafficking and their babies. Lions Quest, LCIF's social-emotional learning program for children, is active in 30 schools in Peru!

I visited an eye bank in Caxias do Sul, Brazil, that LCIF and Lions have supported for many years. When I visited an eye hospital in Passo Fundo, Brazil, some children even surprised me with a song.

I am so proud of all the great work Lions around the world are doing each and every day. Remember to share your clubs' great work so Lions know about the service you are providing in your community.

Sincerely, Joe Preston Chairperson, Lions Clubs International Foundation

Annual Art Contest for Kids – Peace Posters

Each year, Lions clubs around the world proudly sponsor the Lions International Peace Poster Contest in local schools and youth groups.

This art contest for kids encourages young people worldwide to express their visions of peace. For more than 25 years, millions of children from nearly 100 countries have participated in the contest. The theme of the 2015-16 Peace Poster Contest is "Share Peace." Students, ages 11, 12 or 13 on November 15, are eligible to participate.

Peace Poster Contest Judging Each poster is judged on originality, artistic merit and expression of the theme. Peace Poster Contest Awards International winners will be notified on or before February 1. One international grand prize winner will receive US$5,000 and a trip to a special award ceremony. Posters advance through several judging levels: local, district, multiple district and international. At the international level, judges

from the art, peace, youth, education and media communities select one grand prize winner and 23 merit award win will receive a cash award of US$500 and a certificate of achievement.

Peace Poster Contest Participant Information To learn more about the Lions International Peace Poster Contest, please view ourbrochure, contest rules and deadlines, call 630-203-3812 or contact the Lions Clubs Audio Visuals & Events Department. Member Resources To access member resources – including contest deadlines and instructions for ordering Peace Poster Contest Kits – please visit the Peace Poster Contest section of LCI Member Center.

Volunteer Organization Protection Act, H.R. 2290/S.1684 In 1997, U.S. President, Bill Clinton, signed into law the Volunteer Protection Act of 1997 (Act) which provides immunity from tort claims that might be filed against volunteers of nonprofit organizations. However, the Act does not provide immunity to the organization itself. Because individual volunteers are protected under the Act, plaintiffs are

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able to prosecute negligence claims against nonprofit organizations that often result in judgments requiring nonprofit organizations to pay large sums of money in damages. The increased risk to nonprofit organizations was discussed during Congressional Committee hearings but, ultimately, it was determined that a general liability insurance policy with adequate limits is considered a financially secure source of recovery. Increased costs associated with liability insurance policies and the vo1atile nature of unpredictable volunteer behavior places financial stress on nonprofit organizations and discourages volunteerism as a result. Lions Clubs International believes the Act is incomnlete and exposes nonprofit organizations to increased risk stemming from vicarious tort liability claims. Following the inaugural Hill Day in 2014, Lions Clubs International consulted with various external partners and developed a proposed amendment to the Act which would offer enhanced protection to nonprofit organizations. Lions Clubs International has gained support from various nonprofit organizations and presented the proposed amendment to Congressional representatives, including the Congressional Judiciary Committee. The proposed amendment was well-received and Congressional representatives offered constructive feedback on the matter. Lions Clubs International engaged Congressman Steve Chabot (R-OH), a senior House Judiciary Committee member, with the intent of finalizing a draft bill and securing the support of bi-partisan Congressional representatives. Congressman Chabot introduced H.R. 2290, the Volunteer Organization Protection Act, in May, 2015. Senator Mark Kirk introduced a Senate companion bill, S. 1684, in June. Lions and their allies continue to build more support for these important bills and encourage people to contact their Senators and Congressman to sign on!

FAQs and Q&A Regarding H.R. 2290 -- Amendments to the Volunteer Protection Act (VPA}: Q. What is the Volunteer Protection Act of 1997? A. The VPA is a federal law that was enacted in 1997 to protect community service volunteers of a nonprofit organization by protecting volunteers from liability for acts performed on behalf of a nonprofit organization. This protection does not extend to harm caused by willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, flagrant indifference, or operation of any vehicle where a license or insurance is required. Q. Why should liability protections be extended to volunteer nonprofit organizations? A.The organizations that would enjoy liability protection under this bill are primarily local Groups composed entirely of volunteers who perform vita l community service work. These are the most vulnerable groups given their limited financial resources. These organizations/clubs are susceptible by the legal theories used to circumvent the landmark Volunteer Protection Act of 1997. Q. What kind of organizations would be protected by this bill? A. This bill would apply to many nonprofit organizations, including but not limited to local affiliates of esteemed service groups such as Lions Clubs International, Rotary International, Kiwanis, and other groups. The bill would not provide liability protection to highly institutionalized organizations that can accommodate large liability insurance costs. Here are some types of covered non-profit entities as defined in the proposal:

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A nonprofit organization that conducts activities solely through volunteers or independent contractors (no employees). The nonprofit organization whose primary function is to provide support to local affiliate nonprofit organizations that do not have employees and who act to further the organization's mission. A nonprofit organization with fewer than 50 employees and annual gross revenues of less than $200,000 (including public charities, limited private foundations, and social welfare organizations). Q. Does this bill affect any state's rights in changing liability rules? A. No. There is a safety valve that protects state's rights in the original Volunteer Protection Act of 1997 that allows states to opt out of the VPA in its entirety. It is not necessary for a state to pass its own volunteer act.The state legislature must merely enact a special law stating that the state will opt out of the VPA. Q. Was there consideration to include immunity for nonprofit organizations in the Volunteer Protection Act (VPA) of 1997? A. Yes. However, the focus of the discussions at the congressional hearing surrounded the individual volunteers because they had no protection. One possible rationale for omitting nonprofit organizations from protection was that states could require that charitable nonprofits purchase general liability insurance in order to protect their volunteers . This rationale is flawed,because if organizations do not choose to purchase liability insurance for their volunteers, then the individual volunteers will be at risk. Q. How would a proposed amendment to the Volunteer Protection Act {VPA) of 1997 impact volunteer nonprofit organizations? A. With the dwindling federal and state resources, nonprofit organizations have seen an explosion in demand for their services in recent years. As charitable giving has also fallen commensurately,

it is increasingly important for nonprofit organizations to rely on these volunteers to accomplish their mission. The proposed Amendment would afford the same liability protections to nonprofit volunteer organizations that are afforded to the individual volunteers under the existing VPA. The protection afforded under the proposed Amendment would limit the financial risk and liability to nonprofit organizations resulting from the acts of the individual volunteers. In addition the proposed Amendment would result in additional financial resources to support the missions of nonprofit organizations that were previously allocated to address costly liability insurance. We believe the proposed Amendment will result in the increased viability and growth of local nonprofit organizations that do nothing but volunteer their time, effort, and financial resources to charitable causes.

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LIONS CLUBS E-CARD FILING REPORT REMINDER

This is just a reminder that for all clubs who have registered and are on file with the IRS – your Form 990-N (e-Postcard) is due within 5 months of the end of your Lions year which in most cases is June 30.

Therefore your filing deadline is NOVEMBER 15 and the e-card filing MUST BE DONE ON LINE. You

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cannot file the e-postcard until after your tax year ends. Go to: http://www.irs.gov/uac/e-file-for-Charities-and-Non-Profits - click “filing” upper left hand corner of page This takes you to a new page which lists information on the filing – click the 3rd paragraph - Form 990 Resources and Tools for Exempt Organizations Annual Electronic Filing Requirement for Small Exempt Organizations — Form 990-N (e-Postcard) You will find information about the e-Postcard filing requirements and links to the filing system and public disclosure site on this page.

How to File: Use this link to file the e-Postcard. If you have trouble accessing the system using that link, you may be able to access the filing site directly by typing or pasting the following address into your Internet browser: http://epostcard.form990.org. When you access the system, you will leave the IRS site and file the e-Postcard with the IRS through our trusted partner, Urban Institute. The form must be completed and filed electronically. There is no paper form

Information Needed to File e-Postcard Completing the e-Postcard requires the eight items listed below:

1. Employer identification number (EIN), also known as a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN).

2. Tax year 3. Legal name and mailing address 4. Any other names the organization uses 5. Name and address of a principal officer 6. Web site address if the organization has one 7. Confirmation that the organization’s annual

gross receipts are $50,000 or less 8. If applicable, a statement that the

organization has terminated or is terminating (going out of business)

Because of some issues relative to “hacking” you may have to change your password – (I did) – just follow the instructions If you do not remember your login ID: For tax exempt organizations, your login ID starts with the EIN of your organization (without the dash/hyphen) plus two digits. The two digits are placed at the end of the EIN and are 01 for the first person who prepares the organization's 990-N (e-postcard). That login ID does not change until a new person takes over preparing the Form 990-N. The new person would obtain their own login ID - which will end with 02. So for EIN 55-5555555, the first login ID would be 55555555501. The Login ID for the second person who prepares the Form 990-N would be 55555555502. The Login ID for the person after that would be 55555555503 and so on. If the same person prepares the Form 990-N each year, their login ID does not change from year to year

-Lion Judy Toft, District 1A

Neighborhood in Focus

Pearle Vision was founded by Dr. Stanley Pearle over 50 years ago, and one of the principles upon which he founded this business was involvement in local communities. That principle still holds true today. We are not only dedicated to providing eye care to patients that visit Pearle Vision, but also delivering that same genuine eye care to people in the community outside of our eye care center. We engage in settings like schools, senior centers, and other various locations, to help people all across our neighborhood understand the importance of eye care. These are just a few examples of how we live by this promise.

Pearle Vision 5K Run/Walk for Sight

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2015!!! Same day registration accepted before starting time!

Start Time: 9:00am CDT End Time: 12:00pm CDT Price: $30.00 Race Fee Registration: Registration ends October 11th, 2015 at 9:00am CDT

NW Busse Woods Red Trail, Arlington Heights Rd and Higgins Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

For 563 million people the world is a blur! Help us to end the global vision crisis in our local communities by joining your local Pearle Vision Community Eye care Centers' licensed operators, optometrists and staff as they come together to support the Lions of Illinois Foundation in their combined efforts to bring vision awareness to the communities we work and live in by participating in a 5K run/walk for a cause.

All proceeds from the walk will be donated to the Lions of Illinois Foundation so they can continue to give the gift of sight through free eye care and eyewear.

All participants will be eligible for free vision, hearing and diabetic eye screenings on site.

RAFFLE to include prizes such as Oakley sun glasses, Ray-Ban sunglasses and so much more!!

Participant fee includes t-shirt to wear to the event, continental breakfast and water. Kids 12 and under can register for free and will get a free t-shirt for completing the race.

THE LIONS OF ILLINOIS FOUNDATION WILL GLADLY ACCEPT ANY USED EYEGLASS DONATIONS.

LET’S PARTY LIKE ITS 1990!

by Lion Van C. Stone, LIEF Director

THE PGA PROFESSIONALS SHOT 1990 BIRDIES AT THE JOHN DEERE CLASSIC.

When you promptly pay your pledge when the invoice comes, you will feel so good in helping others through your donation that you will feel like partying. I know I will. While you are at it,

remember the immortal words of one great Lion Mush Kojima PDG, PDF, who urged everyone to “ROUND UP” when paying their pledge. Will you consider simply paying $20 for each penny pledged? Just think! Adding 10 cents per penny pledged will help a lot of visually and hearing impaired children and adults in Illinois. Whether you “ROUND UP” or not, please pay the invoice from John Deere as soon as possible after receiving your statement.

To everyone who participated in this year’s campaign, I thank you.

Our Endowment Fund thanks you, and those who will benefit from you generosity thank you.

Go to Goodsearch.com today, sign up, choose the Lions of

Illinois Foundation as your charity & help fund our cause! The amount we can earn is limitless!

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October LCI Newswire

In the October Newswire, learn about Diabetes Awareness Month, the newest Lions Centennial video, Worldwide Week of Service in Sight and more.

Konnichiwa Lions! Register for LCICon Today The 99th Lions Clubs International Convention is in the city of Fukuoka, Japan, June 24–28, 2016. Fukuoka is in the southwest part of Japan and is home to the oldest Zen temple in Japan. Fukuoka is well known for its gourmet food, with an abundance of fresh seafood and the most yatai (street food stalls) in all of Japan. The convention will include festivities that showcase our own culturally diverse membership, such as the International Parade of Nations in the heart of Fukuoka City. For up-to-date information about the convention, visit the LCICon website.

Register today for the convention to receive the $130 early registration fee. Also, book your hotel room with LCI and stay with your delegation.

New Centennial Video: Knights of the Blind The latest video in our Lions Centennial series is now available to view and download from the LCI website. Watch how Lions became known as Knights of the Blind, serving blind and visually impaired people around the world for the past 100 years. Lions Centennial videos include rare images and footage that offer a peek into the association's rich history of community service. Visit the Lions100 website for the entire Centennial series, and be sure to share the videos and your Centennial activities on social media using the hashtag

On the Road to Centennial Success Over a year into the Centennial Service Challenge, we're happy to report that we've reached the halfway mark in our goal to benefit 100 million people. But there are still millions of people who need the service and support of Lions like you! Want to get your club involved? This October 4–10, help us reach our Centennial goal by joining the Worldwide Week of Service in Sight and hosting a service project promoting awareness of eye health, blindness and vision impairment. Visit the Worldwide Week of Service in Sight page to learn more!

Join Us for Diabetes Awareness Month: Every November, Lions organize projects to raise

awareness about the global diabetes epidemic and to recognize World Diabetes Day (November 14). Begin planning your diabetes service project today to ensure a successful event; a Strides activity, free diabetes

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screenings at a community center, or a healthy eating event at a local school are a few ideas to consider. For more ideas, see 25 Project Ideas for Diabetes Awareness and Action

Lions Club: The Next Generation Invite former Leos to become Lions! As Leos, young people learn to organize projects and motivate others to serve, developing valuable leadership skills and a lifelong commitment to service. You can renew that commitment and welcome fresh ideas to your club by inviting former Leos to join. Learn more about the Leo to Lion Transition and how these young volunteers can continue making a difference in your local, national and international community.

Lions Quarterly

Watch LQ for the newest Lions Centennial video segment.

Sharing the Vision Participate in this month's Centennial Service Challenge. Calendar of Events Review upcoming Lions events your club can participate in locally.

Sharing the Vision

Participate in this month's Centennial Service Challenge. Calendar of Events Review upcoming Lions events your club can participate in locally.

Lions Blog

Stay up-to-date on Lions programs and stories from around the world. Digital LION Magazine The LION Magazine (Headquarters Edition) is available online with added content, videos and links. International Essay Contest Encourage visually impaired children to share their thoughts on peace.

Global Leaders In Service Where there’s a need, there’s a Lion. Lions Clubs International is the largest service club organization

in the world. Our 1.4 million members perform valuable service in 210 countries and geographic areas

around the globe. Lions are friends, family and neighbors who share a core belief: community is what

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Learn More About Us See Our Impact

BuildYourCommunity We believe that the world gets better and problems get smaller when

people unite to serve their local and global community. Lions help where help is needed – in our own communities and around the

world – with unmatched integrity and energy. Since 1917, Lions have strengthened communities through humanitarian projects and hands-

on service. We serve neighbors who live next door and people on the other side of the world that we may never meet.

Learn More

Be a Lion Join us in making a difference! As a Lion, you’ll join a local group of service-minded men and women

who are working together to strengthen your community. You’ll also be part of something bigger—a

worldwide network of dedicated volunteers in over 46,000 clubs. Be the difference in your communi-

ty. Be a Lion!

Join a Club Find a Club Near You

News & Events Register for LCICon Fukuoka! Lions Serving 100 Million People by 2018 #LIONS100 Watch Lions Videos to Learn How We're Serving Around the World Lions Press Releases Lions Calendar of Events

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Multiple District 1

Past District Governor’s Association

Past District Governor,

The annual meeting of the MD-1 Past District Governor’s Association will again be held in conjunction with the MD-1 Forum. The date is November 14, 2015 and the location is Embassy Suites in East Peoria, IL.

Our hospitality room will be in the Grandview room and will be open from 4:30 to 6:30 PM and again from 8:30 to 11:00 PM. Our annual dinner / meeting will be in the Cole/Schertz room beginning at 7:00 PM. The fee for the hospitality room is $5 per person and the meal is $36 per person.

Room rates are $99 per night which includes breakfast. Call Embassy Suites at 800-362-2779 by October 23, 2015 to obtain the Lions rate.

Please complete the registration below and return it along with your check made payable to “Past District Governors of Illinois” before October 31, 2015 to:

PCC Terry L. Knollenberg 6180 Sky Ranch Rd. Manito, IL 61546 If you have any questions please contact:

PCC Terry L. Knollenberg Secretary/Treasurer 309-202-3723 md1cc1112@gmail.com

PDG Tom Senger Vice President 828-335-0785 dg1Ktom@gmail.com

PDG Austin D’Souza President 708-785-0286 govaustin@gmail.com

Note: Your reservation must be received no later than October 31, 2015 so dinners can be

properly ordered.

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Multiple District 1

Past District Governor’s Association

PDG ANNUAL DINNER RESERVATION & SELECTION

PDG NAME:_________________________________ DISTRICT-YEAR_________________

SPOUSE/PARTNER/GUEST NAME:_____________________________________________________________

CITY ______________________________________________ ZIP ____________

PHONE:____________________ EMAIL: ___________________________________

Meals include salad, vegetable, rolls & butter, desert, water/coffee/tea

Choose the meal of your choice and that of your guest.

Meal Choice PDG Guest

Smokehouse Brisket

Grilled Chicken and Penne

Vegetarian Choice

Number of meals _____ X $36.00 = $ ________

Hospitality Room – Number attending____ X $5.00 = $ _______

TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $ _______

***DON’T FORGET TO BRING YOUR GOVERNOR’S PIN***

****SO IT CAN BE PUT ON OUR PIN BOARD****

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CANDY DAYS OCTOBER 9, 2015

THROUGHOUT ILLINOIS!

HELP YOUR FOUNDATION

TO HELP THE NEEDY IN

YOUR COMMUNITY!

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

SUNDAY OCTOBER 18, 2015

TIME: 1 P.M. TO 6 P.M. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE RECEPTION FOR IPID BILL MC KINNEY (2013-2015)

TO BE HELD AT:

ST. MICHAEL’S HALL 1011 CHESTNUT ST., GREENFIELD, IL Need further information, contact:

PCC Lydia Ellis - (618-980-7482) email: Serve2dgillinois@yahoo.com

MD1 State Monthly e-Magazine Edited & Published by PDG Austin D’Souza for Lions, Lionesses and Leos of Illinois. e-Mail Address: ILStateEditor@gmail.com

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