The Lions of Indiana
21st Mid-Winter Conference
Saturday, January 9, 2010
LawrenceCentralHigh School
Lawrence, IN
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Registration & 8:00 A.M. – 9:10 A.M.Continental Breakfast / Lunch 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Displays And Silent Auction Open until 3:30 P.M. / Keynote Speaker 1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Opening Session 9:15 A.M. – 9:35 A.M. / Afternoon Workshop 2:15 P.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Morning Workshop 9:45 A.M. – 11:45 A.M. / Third Session Seminar 2:15 P.M. – 3:15 P.M.
First Session Seminar 9:45 A.M. – 10:45 A.M. / Fourth Session Seminar 3:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Second Session Seminar 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. / Closing Session 4:35 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.
To reachLawrence
CentralHighSchool: Exit I-465 (east side of Indianapolis) at Exit#40
to East 56thStreet. Go east to first stop light, turn
north (left) on Caito Drive. This is the west side
of LawrenceCentralHigh School. Go to north side
of the building and park in the North Parking Lot.
Enter building at Door #11. This door is midway across back of the building.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations requested ten (10) days before the conference will receive full refunds, but cancellations requested after that date will not receive any refund. Refunds will not be granted because of the weather.
*Note: The Mid-Winter Conference Committee would like those attending for the First Time to indicate who is sponsoring them to attend or who has influenced them to attend their first Mid-Winter Conference. There is a line on the registration form for this information.
21stMid-Winter Conference
Friday Night Dinner
January8, 2010
Make your plans now to join us at the LawrenceCentralHigh School
for an evening of food, fun,and fellowship.
Menu: BeefBrisket, Salmon w/capers, Smashed Red Potatoes,Fresh Green Beans w/Carrots, Tossed Salad,
Breads and Butter, Desserts, and Drinks
Price: $16.00 Social Time: 6:00 P.M. Dinner: 6:30 P.M.
Fill out your Registration Form today for the 21stMid-Winter Conference and the Friday Night Dinner.
You will have a great time, renewing old friendships and making new ones.
Official Conference Hotel – Drury Inn & Suites (Indy Northeast)
The hotel will be the Drury Inn and Suites “Indianapolis Northeast at I-69”. Their address is 8180 North Shadeland Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana46250; Telephone number is 317-849-8900.
(This is on the southwest corner of East 82nd StreetShadeland just east of I-69 at 82nd Streeet.Exit).
RESERVATIONS: Website is Lions room ratesare: $79 plus tax – 1 King bed; OR$89 plus tax – 2 Queen Beds.Reserve online at above URL, click on Reservations, then Group Reservation, and enter group number 2073401.
Reserve by phone at 1-800-325-0720 Specify hotel location (Indianapolis Northeast), Group Name (Lions of Indiana) and Group Number (2073401).
Directions to Drury Inn:
Traveling North On I-69: Take Exit Number 1, Go Straight Through Light Onto N. Shadeland, Hotel On Right.
Traveling South On I-69: Take Exit Number 1, Turn Left Under Highway, Turn Right On N Shadeland, Hotel On Right
Traveling East On I-465, Take Exit 37bToI-69NorthExit #1, Straight Through Light Onto N. Shadeland, Hotel On Right
Seminar and Workshop Selections
CHOOSE:one (1) Workshop in the Morning and one (1) Workshop in the Afternoon; OR one (1) Workshop in the Morning and two (2) Seminars in the Afternoon; OR two (2) Seminars in the Morning and one (1) Workshop in the Afternoon; OR two (2) Seminars in the Morning and two (2) Seminars in the Afternoon.
"WORKSHOPS - 2 HOURS EACH"
(Morning: 9:45 A.M. to 11:45 A.M.) (Afternoon: 2:15 P.M. to 4:30 P.M. with short break)
WORKSHOP "A": LIONS LAW CAMP (A.M) – Presenters – PCC Linda Tincher and Lion “Corporal” Eric Dunn
“Want to help kids make the right decisions? Then send your 7th and 8th grade boys and girls to Law Camp where they interact with officers, investigate mock crime scenes and learn about good decision making. Law Camp is NOT a juvenile delinquent boot camp. LAW CAMP is for GOOD Kids to have fun while learning what Lions & police officers do for their community.”
WORKSHOP "B": CERTIFIED GUIDING LION TRAINING (P.M.) – Presenter – PDG Gary Lawson
“Take a giant step into Leadership and become a Guiding Lion.”
WORKSHOP "C": THE INDIANA LIONS STATE PROJECTS(A.M.) – Presenters – Lions Cancer Control Fund of Indiana, Indiana Lions Eye and Tissue Bank, Indiana Lions Speech & Hearing, Indiana Lions for Leader Dog, and IN School for the Blind and Visually Impaired,
“Come see and hear your trustees letting you know up to the minute information on what the state projects are doing to make a difference every day to the lives of Hoosiers and beyond.”
WORKSHOP "D": Handling (Resolving) Conflicts the Lions Way...Successfully(P.M.) – Presenter – PCC Lee Flower
“This workshop will provide tips on how conflicts develop, conditions that lead to conflicts, what we can do about it as Lions, and how we can deal with conflicts constructively and successfully. There will be opportunities for sharing experiences, role playing and discussion. This workshop is recommended for club presidents, committee chairs, district officers, and anyone who seeks good outcomes in Lions and in other groups. ”
WORKSHOP "E": VISION, MISSION AND GOALS OF THE MULTIPLE DISTRICT MERL TEAM(A.M.) – Presenters – PDG Barb Toosley, PDG Dick Silveira, PDG Nancy Lambert and PDG Mark Clark
“The MERL Team will present a workshop to help the Lions of Indiana recognize the importance of membership, extension, retention and leadership in each of the districts and clubs. Come join the MERL Team to see what we can do for you.”
"SEMINARS - 1 HOUR EACH"
(Morning: 9:45 A.M. to 10:45 A.M.) (Afternoon: 2:15 P.M. to 3:15 P.M.)
(Morning: 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.) (Afternoon: 3:30 P.M. to 4:30 P.M.)
SEMINAR "1": From Auburn to Sydney to Busan Korea(P.M.) – Presenter – PID Dave Fiandt, Moderator; Panel: PID Wayne Madden, ID Doug Lozier, and PID Joe Marcheggiani
"The journey to the presidency of Lions Clubs International; what it means to Indiana Lionism; how Indiana Lions can become involved and how they can help".
SEMINAR “2”: A Trip to Oak Brook – Your International Headquarters(A.M.)– Presenter – ID Doug Lozier
“This seminar describes the operations and functions of our Lions Clubs International headquarters and how it serves our clubs, districts, and individual Lions around the world.”
SEMINAR "3": PLANNING FOR SUCCESSFUL NEW CLUB DEVELOPMENT (A.M.) – Presenter – PDG Dick Silveira
“Discuss howstrategic planningcan help ensure the success ofextending the miracles of Lions into new communities.”
SEMINAR "4":LIONS RESPONSE TO FAMILY AND COMMUNITY IN A MAJOR DISASTER (A.M.) – Presenter – Robert Clifford, Deputy Director, Public Health Preparedness and Emergency Response
“Personal preparedness and the role the Lions Club should provide to their communities in a disaster.”
SEMINAR "5": INDIANA LIONS Clubs’ Best asset: the indiana LIONS FOUNDATION(P.M.) – Presenters – PDG Sam Reisinger and PDG Billy Chastain
“This will be an interactive seminar demonstrating all the things the Foundation can do for a club with emphasis on both Grants and the Distinguished Lion recognition.”
SEMINAR "6":H1N1-the Story of a Pandemic(P.M.) – Presenter – Janet Archer, Deputy Director, Public Health Preparedness and Emergency Response
"An update on the H1N1 pandemic influenza virus, how it has evolved, what makes it different, what is the impact on society, what do you need to know."
SEMINAR "7": UNIQUE AND EXCITING APPROACHES TO LIONS ORIENTATION (A.M. & P.M.) – Presenter – Lion ZC Doris Yoder
“Has your club gotten lackadaisical about who we are as Lions? Come and learn some enjoyable strategies for Lions orientation. This session is designed to assist orientation chairs as well as individual Lions who wish to provide Lionistic information to their own clubs.”
SEMINAR "8": TAIL TWISTING, A LOST ART (A.M.)– Presenter – PDG Peg Dawson
“Has tail twisting in your club become just another time to separate you from a quarter or a dollar? Learn techniques for bringing the fun back into tail twisting. Bring your good ideas to share with others. This session is for all current or future Tail Twisters.”
SEMINAR "9":GROWING PR (P.M.) – Presenter – PDG Jeri Seely
“Growing PR In keeping with our International President¹s theme of “Move to Grow,” we cover many different ways a club can reach out to its community through effective public relations.”
SEMINAR "10": The Tricks, Detours, and Pot Holes of Lions' Project Management(A.M.) – Presenter – PDG Frank Rush
“How to steer a Lions project to assure success, thus avoiding the pot holes of failure.”
SEMINAR "11":Diabetic Retinopathy and Macular Degeneration in the 21st CENTURY (A.M.) – Presenter – Dr. Ramana Moorthy
“Both topics will be covered in this seminar, which will includes a Power Point presentation.”
SEMINAR "12": Growing Excitement and Motivation In Your Lions Club (A.M.) – Presenter – PDG Bud Seely
“This seminar will focus on making Lions meetings more exciting. Knowing the right combination of business and fun can motivate members and help clubs grow.”
SEMINAR "13": LOSING YOUR SIGHT, BUT KEEPING THE VISION (P.M.) – Presenter – Lion Jim Platzer
“A journey of blindness that tests your spirit, determination and faith.”
SEMINAR “14”: SEVEN NEW IDEAS TO BRING MAGIC RESULTS INTO YOUR LIONS CLUB(A.M. & P.M) – Presenter – PDG Charlie Haffner
“Ideas on how to increase your effectiveness as a Lion and really help your Lions Club.”
SEMINAR "15": WOULD YOU LIKE TO COMPLETE A $120,000 FUND RAISER IN 10 MONTHS (P.M.)—Presenters: Leo John Gatke, Leo Owen Stech, Leo Laurel Dispenza
“Learn about the Leos project to put family rooms in the St. Joseph Regional burn unit and how they were able to do it.”
SEMINAR "16": COMBATING THE INTERNATIONAL CHILD SEX SLAVERY TRADE; (DON'T WORRY, NOTHING GRAPHIC (P.M.)—Presenters: Lion Justin Stech(19 years old, who just returned from Thailand, Cambodia and Burma, working under cover to rescue children);Leo Abby Kim(who went to Sicily to do research in preparation to do work like Lion Stech when she graduates; andLeo Madelaine LeClair.
“A public education campaign of the MD25 Leos,this will be the most fascinating session you ever attended.. These teenagers will amaze you.”
SEMINAR “17”: TO BE OR NOT TO BE: A DISTRICT GOVERNOR(A.M.)– Presenter – PCC David Eisen
“What does it take to be a DG? Why is it such a rewarding job? Why being a DG might just be your best year ever as a Lion. Come to this seminar to see how you can lead the Lions of your District by being a District Governor.”
SEMINAR “18”: The Tips and Tricks of Solving Sudoku(A.M.)– Presenter – PDG Barbara Toosley
“Gain some insight into the reasoning and logic of solving the Sudoku puzzles. Maybeit's not what should be, but what shouldn't be put into each square.”
SEMINAR “19”: Successful Clubs Share Their Stories(P.M.)– Presenter – Lion Bev Fiandt
“Three clubs tell their stories ofcommunity involvement, growth and development.)”
SEMINAR “20”: Are We There Yet? Goal-Setting & Planning for Club Presidents (P.M.)– Presenter – VDGPaul Russell
“Are We There Yet? Goal-Setting & Planning for Club Presidents”
SEMINAR "21": GROWING BY HAVING FUN AS A LION (P.M.) – Presenter – PID Ted Fusco
“Come to the Auditorium to hear PID Ted show us how to put fun into our hard-working Lions Clubs.”
SEMINAR "22": SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION(A.M.)—Presenters: PDG Peg Dawson and 2010 International Convention Committee
“Come see what our International Convention will be like at Sydney and how you can see Australia”
SEMINAR "23": RENOVATING AND REVITALIZING A LIONS CLUB (P.M.) – Presenter – PDG Herb Stevens
“Come to this seminar to learn how to revive, recharge and renew a Lions Club into a healthy and roaring Club of service activity.”
SEMINAR “24”: GROWING REGION CHAIRS AND ZONE CHAIRS (P.M.)– Presenter – PCC David Eisen
“Come to this seminar to learn how to become a Region Chair and/or Zone Chair and learn how to find Region Chairs and Zone Chairs for your district.).”
SEMINAR “25”: Be Proud You Are a Lion—Sharing Success (Personal Experience) Stories(A.M.)– Presenter – VDG Paul Russell
“Come to this seminar to see and hear what Lions are doing every day in their clubs to make their activities successful and helping those whom WE SERVE.”
REGISTRATION FORM
(Each Attendee Must Complete a Separate Form)
Early Bird Reservations From November 1 to November 30, 2009
DEADLINE FOR RESERVATIONS: DECEMBER 24, 2009
Early Bird by 11/30/09
Lions- $25.00 Lioness - $25.00 Partner-in-Service -$25.00 Leos -$15.00
Friday Night Dinner - $16.00
12/01/09 to 12/24/09
Lions- $30.00, Lioness - $30.00, Partner-in-Service -$30.00, Leos -$15.00
Friday Night Dinner - $16.00
NO RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED AFTER DECEMBER 24, 2009
Mid-Winter Registration______Friday Night Dinner ______for a Total $ ______
On Site Registration $ 35.00
Registration price includes the 2010 commemorative souvenir conference pin, Proceedings CD, and the buffet lunch. (Please add $8.00 extra for Proceedings Book.)
Workshops and Seminars will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
Send registrations early to assure getting the Workshops or Seminars of your choice.
PLEASE SEND COMPLETED REGISTRATION FORM AND CORRECT REMITTANCE TO:
PDG Jim Query, 2408 Shepard Patrick Rd., Spencer, Indiana47460
Make Checks Payable to: Indiana Mid-Winter Conference
E-Mail Address: Phone: (812) 829-4496
ID(__) PID(__) CC (__) PCC (__) DG (__) VDG (__) PDG (__) Lion (__) Lioness (__) Leo (__) Partner-in- Service (__)
Name ______Club ______
Address ______Lions Office ______
City ______State ______Zip Code ______District 25- ______
Phone Number ______E-Mail Address ______
Hearing Impaired Need Signer (___) How Many Mid-Winter Conferences Attended (___)
(__) This is my first Mid-Winter Conference. I was encouraged to attend by ______.
Review the Workshop and Seminars offered. Then circle your selections below. Circle 1 Workshop or 2 Seminars (not in the same line) for both Morning and Afternoon.
"MORNING"
WORKSHOP: (9:45 A.M. –11:45 P.M.) A C E
"OR"
SEMINAR: (9:45 A.M.–10:45 A.M) 3 8 10 11 12 18
"AND"
SEMINAR: (11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.) 2 4 7 14 17 22 25
"AFTERNOON"
WORKSHOP: (2:15 P.M. – 4:30 P.M.) B D
"OR"
SEMINAR: (2:15 P.M.–3:15 P.M) 1 6 9 13 15 19 20
"AND"
SEMINAR: (3:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M.) 5 7 14 16 21 23 24