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SAVE THE DATE! MAY 14-17, 2026
Oct-15-2025
Hong Kong 2026 - Be There. Be Loud!
Sep-18-2025

An epic adventure awaits you!

Don’t miss the chance to illuminate Hong Kong with the spirit of service! Join us for a time of fun, fellowship and the opportunity to learn from your fellow Lions and Leos. Register today and get ready to experience everything Hong Kong has to offer!

Register for Hong Kong - 2026!!    



District 1CN Convention Information
Sep-17-2025
Please mark your calendar to attend the upcoming District Convention to be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in Mt. Vernon, IL.  We are planning a one-day event on Saturday, beginning with a service project to put together some packets for the Midwest Distribution Agency.  We have a Lions International Director lined up to speak to us. There will also be additional Lions-flavored sessions and a Celebration of Life Service to honor the valued service of recently deceased members of our District.  If your Club has a member who has passed away and needs to be honored, please reach out to me, Lydia Ellis, or Mo Ritzel with the information.  We will also be holding our District officer elections for 2026.  
Your attendance and that of your fellow Club members are important and appreciated.  Lunch is included in your registration of $65.00.  Spouse lunch cost of $25.00

HELP US SPREAD THE WORD TO YOUR CLUB MEMBERS!

We hope to see you at the convention - Doubletree by Hilton Hotels, 222 Potomac Blvd, Mt. Vernon, IL on Saturday, October 18, 2025.  This will be a one-day convention. We start at 8:00 in the morning with a short service project on-site, and we’re done by 6:00 in the evening.  Please feel free to invite your spouse to come along as there are opportunities for shopping and exploring the Cedarhurst Art Museum in Mt. Vernon.  

Click here to register for the event. Credit/debit cards, Apple/Google pay, and EChecks
Contact the hotel for rooms, 618-244-7100. $129 for a standard room.
There will be a small hospitality suite for out-of-town guests,


You're Invited: Midwest Breakfast at the International Convention – Orlando 2025! Please share!!
Jun-22-2025
Lions:
You're cordially invited to join fellow Lions from across the Midwest for a special Midwest Breakfast during the Lions International Convention in Orlando, Florida!
? MIDWEST BREAKFAST – Orlando
Hosted by MD-5 Lions

? Tuesday, July 15, 2025

? 6:30 A.M. Eastern Time

? Rosen Plaza Hotel 9700 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819
Enjoy a delicious Cypress Buffet, including fresh juices, baked mini muffins, Danish pastries, croissants, sliced seasonal fruit and berries, bagels with Philadelphia cream cheese, preserves, Nutella, whole grain cereals with a variety of milk options, and individual yogurts.
Cost: $45 per person – includes breakfast, tax, and gratuity.
RSVP before: June 1, 2025
Online registration for Midwest Breakfast - Orlando starts on May 15th 2025. Online registration ends June 3rd 2025.
lionsofillinois.regfox.com
If you have any questions, please contact our International Convention Chair  PDG Tom Elsey @  thomas.elsey@gmail.com
Let’s share great food, fellowship, and Lion spirit before the day’s events begin. 
We look forward to seeing you all in Orlando!