Convention and District Meetings


March 28, 2026: 4-A1 DISTRICT MEETING
Sutter Creek Community Center – 35 Church St, Sutter Creek CA

We have moved the District Meeting to March 28 because of multiple events in the Mountain Region on the previous weekend. Planning doesn’t always work. We are excited to present the candidates for 1st VDG and 2nd VDG for Lions Year 2026-2027.

Click here for the to register for the March District meeting>>> https://clt1617959.benchurl.com/c/l?u=13A09F47&e=1B15271…

Wear your green! Plan to have fun, fellowship, and walk away with ideas.

Please plan to attend! Let’s have a fun day and get ready for a fantastic Convention in April. Please use the Zeffy link for the DM already set up to register for March 28th.

– District 4-A1 DG Team and Cabinet


April 23-26, 2026: 4-A1 DISTRICT CONVENTION
at Black Oak Casino Resort

77th District 4-A1 Convention REGISTRATION 

Food Faire sign-up

Remember about the upcoming price increase for our event registration. If you haven’t registered yet, here is the registration link.

Important Date:

  • Price Increase: April 1st at Midnight
  • Current Price: $85.00
  • New Price on April 2nd: $115.00 (includes registration and all meals)

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to secure your spot at the lower price. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out.

~ Cabinet Secretary Maggie


Hello Lions of District 4-A1,

Join Lions from across District 4-A1 for our 77th Annual District Convention at Black Oak Casino Resort. This is your opportunity to connect with fellow Lions, celebrate service, share ideas, and enjoy a weekend of fellowship and district pride.

We are honored to welcome our keynote guests, Lions Clubs International Director Lion Gary Steele and his wife Elizabeth, visiting District 4-A1 from the great state of North Carolina. Their presence will make this convention a memorable and inspiring experience for all attendees.

Hotel Reservations

To reserve your room at Black Oak Casino Resort, please contact the hotel directly at 877.747.8777 or reservations@blackoakcasino.com and be sure to say you are with “District 4-A1 Lions” when booking to ensure you are placed in the correct room block (if applicable).

We look forward to seeing you at Black Oak for a fantastic District 4-A1 convention. Room Rate is $159.00 per night plus tax and fees.

This year’s theme is Holidays, and we are planning a weekend filled with fun, fellowship, and games.

Thank you for your support, and I look forward to celebrating with you at convention.

In Lionism,
Matthew H. Stickler
District Governor, MD-4 A1 matthewhstickler@gmail.com


Previous Conventions & District Meetings




March 8, 2025: 4-A1 DISTRICT MEETING


January 18, 2025: 4-A1 DISTRICT MEETING


August 31, 2024: MD4A1 DISTRICT MEETING


July 18, 2024: MD4A1 Cabinet & GAT Installation
“PIG AT THE LAKE”