2025 District 37 Post Convention Report – Friday Morning
Over the next few months a series of convention reports will be published to share the experiences of many lions who attended the 2025 District 37 Convention held May 2nd and 3rd in Helena MT. If you have stories or photos to share, please send them via the “Submit Club News” option on the website.
The program began Friday morning prior to the official opening of the convention with several Officer training sessions and lots of options for enjoying all that Helena has to offer its visitors.
Officer Training Sessions:
- 9:00 am – Club Officer Training (Executive Room)
- 10:00 am – Zone Chair Round Table (Governor Room)
- 10:30 am – Treasurer (Executive), President (Judicial), Secretary (Legislative)
Optional Helena Adventures:
- 9:00 am – Capitol Tour or Mt. Helena Hike
- 11:00 am – Trap Shoot
- 12:00 pm – Vigilante Parade
- 1:30 pm – Mt. Helena Hike (second option)
- 2:00 pm – Trolley Tour
Officer Training:
Lions Exploring Helena:
By Lion Peggy TobinUpcoming Training for 2025-2026 Lionistic Year
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Memorial Day in Sidney
Sidney Lions, in partnership with the VFW Auxiliary and the Boy Scouts, post 120 flags each Memorial Day at 7am. These flags fly throughout the day, while a parade of flags, a program and lunch at Veterans Memorial Park, highlight the day. At 4pm, Lions has the honor of refolding each of these flags.
Sidney has a unique program called “The Flags of Honor” coordinated by the VFW Auxiliary, where family members can donate their loved ones flags. Currently, there are approximately 750 flags being stored in the humidity controlled room at the park. Each Memorial Day, 120 flags are displayed, on a rotating basis. This project is a wonderful way to honor all veterans! And Sidney Lions is proud to serve.
Winnett Lions Spring News
Our club has had a busy couple of months. We put on a spay and neuter cat clinic for the abundance of cats that have been a problem for the town folks. Veterinarian Nancy Belk volunteered her services and Lion members were the ‘cat catchers’ for her. We were able to do 45 cats in one afternoon.
PDG Melody did eye screening at the Amish colony and the Roundup elementary and pre-school kids.
The club donated $1000 for parade of green at convention giving to Leader Dog, MT Sight and Hearing, Ronald McDonald house, and MT Diabetes.
Five of our officers attended the Officers Zoom training.
Our big project was making Main Street beautiful again by purchasing and planting approximately 250 flowers in sidewalk pots and haystack hanging baskets.
The Winnett Lions furnished Lion insurance for the basketball and softball tournaments.
We will be doing a ‘Color for Cancer’ walk in June with putting together raffles, and will be promoting sales of luminaries.
June 2025 Newsletter
Please notice that we are trying something new this month with the District 37 newsletter. Instead of one multiple-page newsletter, we have broken the articles into separate blog posts and you can select individual posts to read or still download the entire newsletter to explore.
We are currently going to have the publication of the newsletter at the beginning of the month and another email notification mid-way through the month if there are additional posts to share.
You can reply to this email to give us feedback on the new format. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!
President’s Message – June 2025
Make Your Mark with International President
Fabrício Oliveira
Dear Lion,
“We serve” is more than just a motto. It’s a way of life for Lions and reflects our mission to the world. Lions are known for our dedication, service, kindness — for going above and beyond for people in need.
So let’s continue to do what we do best — serve our communities. And remember, with more members, we can do even more service, so invite others to join your club and the incredible work you do. This is how we will make our mark and keep serving those who need us the most.
At your service,
Fabrício Oliviera
International President
From Immediate Past Council Chair, Multiple District C
From Immediate Past Council Chair, Multiple District C
Thank You for a Wonderful District Convention in Helena
Dear Editor,
Please extend sincere thanks to the Lions of Montana for their warm hospitality and outstanding efforts in hosting the District 37 Convention in Helena this past weekend.
From the moment of arrival, it was clear how much thought and dedication had gone into organizing the event. The fellowship, engaging sessions, and welcoming atmosphere all contributed to a memorable and meaningful experience. It was a pleasure to connect with fellow Lions, share ideas, and celebrate the service we are all so passionate about.
The Lions of Montana can be proud of the exceptional convention they delivered. Helena proved to be a wonderful host city, and the event was a true success.
Yours in service,
Lion Brent Johnson
Immediate Past Council Chair, Multiple District C.
Did You Know? Lions Trivia
JUNE TRIVIA FOR TAIL TWISTERS
For all you Tail Twisters in District 37, Lions Club International trivia can focus on the organization’s history, structure, service programs, and key individuals. A Tail Twister’s goal is to promote harmony, good fellowship and enthusiasm at club meetings.
Darcie Jo Jurenka with the Helena Gold Rush Lions was the Tail Twister at the 2025 District 37 Convention. She exceeded the Tail Twister goals – so much so that she received the Tigger Award from ID “Ski”.
Here’s a sample of some trivia questions that can be fun and at the same time provide great information for the new members:
History and Structure:
- Q:In what year was Lions Clubs International founded? A: 1917.
- Q:Who founded Lions Clubs International? A: Melvin Jones.
- Q:Where was the first Lions Club International Convention held? A: Chicago, Illinois.
- Q:What is the motto of Lions Clubs International? A: “We Serve”.
- Q:What is the name of the charitable foundation of Lions Clubs International? A: Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF).
Special Notices – June 2025
For Club Secretaries
ALL LIONS CLUBS OFFICERS FOR THE 2025-26 YEAR MUST BE REPORTED TO LCI NO LATER THAN JUNE 30TH! THERE ARE TWO METHODS AVAILABLE FOR COMPLETING THIS TASK.
- Log into the Lion Portal and complete the process online (see video on montanalions.org – link is highlighted below under training videos).
- Complete a paper PU101 document and send it via email or regular mail to the district secretary, Peggy Tobin, at [email protected] or PO Box 408, Sunburst MT 59482
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS PROCESS, PLEASE CALL PEGGY TOBIN AT 406-461-4206!!
For Club Treasurers
PLEASE NOTE THAT LCI DUES WILL BE INCREASING JULY 1, 2025. THE INCREASE WILL BE $2/YEAR ($1/6-MONTH BILLING CYCLE) FOR FULL MEMBERSHIPS. NOTE: New members are charged at a prorated amount depending on date joined.
District 37 Club Officer Training Videos
These videos are all accessible via the district website, www.montanalions.org under “Training/Resources”.
- All Club officers: Trainer PDG Mike Collins
- Club President: Trainer PDG Mike Tobin
- Club Secretary: Trainer Lion Peggy Tobin
- Club Treasurer: Trainer PDG Mike Collins
Short videos about how to do specific secretary or treasurer tasks:
Filing your 990-N (e-Postcard) (9 minutes)
With the release of the new LionPortal, we have added links to some of the short videos provided by LCI:
Newsletter Information
Any Lions club member can submit information associated with any type of Lions project or general club information. You can submit Club News ANYTIME! You are also welcome to email your news (hopefully with photo) to: Lion Peggy Tobin at [email protected].
Website Updates
The new “Tri-Fold Generator” is now available for clubs to create their own club brochures using a tri-fold format that your club can use to share your information to prospective new members. You will find it under Training/Resources on the website.
Free Club Websites!
The club-level website is still being offered by Montana District 37 at NO COST! If you don’t already have a domain name, Deanna can provide one for a cost of $20/year after the first year. If you are interested in getting a website for your club, please contact Peggy Tobin at [email protected] or call 406-461-4206.
Dates to Remember – June 2025
JUNE CLUB ANNIVERSARIES
128 years of combined service!
Whitefish 06/01/2009
Winnett 06/05/1991
White Sulphur Springs 06/17/1985
Turner Hogeland 06/30/1985
District C2 LCIF Gala – Lethbridge West Lions
June 18, 2025 – Ticket’s can be purchased at montanalions.org/events/district-c2-lcif-gala-lethbridge-west-lions/?
UPCOMING DISTRICT MEETING DATES
MT Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation August 2, 2025 @ 8:00am MT School for the Deaf and the Blind, Great Falls, MT
District Cabinet Meeting August 2 2025 @ 10:00am MT School for the Deaf and the Blind, Great Falls, MT
LIONS CLUB INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION SCHEDULE
2025 Orlando, FL – July 13-17 (Updated)
2026 Hong Kong – Jul 3-7
2027 Washington DC – July 2-6
2028 Singapore -June 23-27
2029 Minneapolis, MN
2030 San Antonio TX
2031 – Helsinki Finland
UPCOMING USA/CANADA FORUMS
USA/CANADA LIONS LEADERSHIP FORUMS CAN BE RELATED TO ALL AREAS OF YOUR LIFE – NOT JUST LIONS
2025 Atlantic City, NJ – September 18-20
Registration is open online at
https://members.lionsforum.org/event-5804241/Registration
2026 Memphis TN – September 3 – 5
2027 Huntsville, AB – September 16-18
