Lions, Lioness and Leos of 27-B1 and friends of B1 held the 34^th Annual Convention of District 27-B1 at the City Center Hotel in Oshkosh.

Our International Guest was PID Ross Thorfinnson, Jr. from Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

The traditional Friday night Fish buffet started out the convention followed by the Friday night hospitality. This year’s theme was “Friday the 13^th – FRIGHT NIGHT” and many scary costumes were donned. There was also a chance to display your bowling skills as we had 4 Wii games set up for your enjoyment and to raise some funds for Lions projects.

Every club was asked to bring a gift to be included in our successful “Bucket Raffle.” This year we received $1,000.

Saturday began with free coffee, juice, rolls and fruit for registered attendees. The opening business session began at 8:30 a.m.

Outstanding seminars were held after lunch.
"Campers Experience", The Fransee Family, Pete, Louise (Weezy) and Katie - The Wegner Family, Gerard, Jenny and Bradly
"Technology for the Blind", Gregg Grabowski, CEO/President of Leader Dogs for the Blind
"Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin", Jerry Rabbach & Peter Cerniglia, Joyce Kratz, Michael Thorton and Karen Neumah
"WLF/Pride", President Glen Moegenburg, Dewey Carl, Jeri Schlender
"Meet your International Director", Ross Thorfinnson, Jr.

The passing of thirty-two Lions and two Lioness were recognized at the Necrology Service.

Results of the voting are:
Jerry Post as District Governor Elect
Merle Strelow as Vice District Governor Elect
Irv Korth was elected as Wisconsin Lions Foundation Director.
St. Peter was elected for 2010-2011 District Bowling.
The maple leaf won the next district pin contest.
Pavxia Vue from Sheboygan won the Peace Poster contest.

The Convention Banquet was held in the ballroom. The District Raffle was drawn after the dinner with the St. Nazianz Lions Club walking away with the first prize.

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