Convention Registration is Open
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Registration and More Information Here
Are you ready to ROAR??? Step back into the fun of the roaring 20’s as we look forward with confidence at the district convention, April 24-26, 2026 at Treetops in Gaylord.
Are you a new Lion? This convention is for YOU!
Are you a long term Lion? This convention is for YOU!
Have you never been to a convention? This convention is for YOU!
Have you been to a bunch of conventions? This convention is for YOU!
Are you young? Or old? Or somewhere in between? This convention is for YOU!
Maybe now you’re wondering why you should go to the convention…..
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Discover additional resources to help those in need in your community
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Feel the impact of how giving the gift of sight has personally changed lives
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Experience the joy of being a Leader Dog puppy raiser
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Learn how to free yourself from stress
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See how Lions help the blind to ski
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Remember those fellow Lions who have passed away
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Voice your opinion
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Win some great prizes
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Recognize those who have led the way
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Serve by preparing bags for Honor Flight
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Weigh in - pop tabs for Ronald McDonald house challenge (had you worried?)
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Socialize with old friends and meet new friends
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Have FUN!
We have some great guest speakers you won’t want to miss. Retired Air Force Veteran Matt Barresi, who has traveled the world serving his country will be speaking at the awards luncheon. Lions International Director Liz Crooke, who has traveled the world serving with the Lions will be speaking at our awards dinner banquet. They both have great stories to tell!
Are you ready to register? Click on the Register link above. Need another way to register? E-mail convention chair Ray Kuiper at kuiperrl72@gmail.com or call him at 616-581-1863.
Room Reservations can be made directly thru Treetops Resort: 989-732-6711. Rooms are $129.29 per night plus tax and resort fees through March 19, 2025
Download current newsletter and Cabinet Meeting Minutes
Previous newsetters can be found here or by using the menu on the left.
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Lions Clubs of Michigan
Campaign to End Hunger
Thank you to all the clubs, districts and individuals who have donated to our Hunger Grant. We are in the final stretch of raising our $50,000 match, that combined with the LCIF grant will provide $200,000 of equipment for the new distribution center coming to Gaylord! We have raised $48,358 so far and have less than $2,000 to go. Please donate by either using the link or mailing instructinos below. THANK YOU! WE SERVE!
Download a flyer to print and share
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Remember, One Lion can make a difference and have an impact in our communities, district, state and worlwide.
You can be that Lion!
"WE SERVE"
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Lions serve. It’s that simple, and it has been since we first began in 1917. Our clubs are places where individuals join together to give their valuable time and effort to improving their communities, and the world.
Our Mission
To empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs.
Lions District 11-E2 consists of 26 clubs in Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Gladwin, Iosco, Kalkaska, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle and Roscommon counties in the northern lower peninsula of Michigan.
If you would like to learn more please explore our website and also visit our Facebook page. If you would like to serve your community contact a Lion in your community today! You can use the Lions Club Locator to find a club in your area.
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Keep your clubs connected with
Keep your club members involved in your club all year around, even if they are away! Zoom conferencing is available for any club activities. This can be for general meetings, board meetings, committee meetings or an other Lions business you may have. Meetings are available using the Lions of Michigan account on a first come first serve basis, and allow unlimited time for up to 100 people. You can also create your own FREE account to hold meetings which also allow up to 100 people but are limited to 40 minutes.
Contact Marie Leathers if you would like to arrange a ZOOM meeting or if you have any questions! See attached Quick Start Guide or check out the video tutorials available on the Zoom website.
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Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service club organization with more than 1.4 million members in approximately 46,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas around the world.
