2016-2017 MD-14 Convention

This weekend, we’ve been having an enjoyable, informative, service-filled experience at the Seven Springs Mountain Resort of the Laurel Highlands.  Lions, Lionesses, and Leos from around the state gathered starting on Thursday for our State Council meeting.  They also traveled to the Geyer Theater for a presentation of “Miracle Worker”.

Friday began early with a series of information sessions on topics including the USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum, Membership and Retention, Women and Family Membership, ABC’s of Lionism, and Service Projects.  Our International President Counsellor Bob Corlew even joined us in the sessions to share his thoughts.

That evening we had a dinner of the Pennsylvania Counsellors (PDG’s).  After comments from Past International President Joseph Wroblewski and International President Bob, we had a tremendously engaging storytelling engagement by Kevin Hartigan of the Perkins School for the Blind.  Dinner was followed by an inspiring Necrology Service where we remembered Lions and Lionesses who passed during 2016.

Lions sure know how to have fun as seen above.  Our Hospitality event started with fireworks on the slopes outside the lodge, and continued with Lions and Lionesses dressing in attire from the 10 decades since Lions began in 1917.

Saturday began with additional information sessions, but we also took a few minutes to remember our dedication to the environment.  International President Bob and his partner in service Lion Dianne planted a tree on the hill above the resort.  To see more pictures from this quiet moment with our President, see this album.

Back in the conference center, we also spent the afternoon packing meals for 30,000 people.  As you can see, we had Lions, Lioness, and Leos participating in this tremendous service project at the convention.

Well, the convention isn’t finished yet, but this is a quick snapshot of what we’ve done so far.  Stop back later for more!