by Angie Siegel Clark and Lori Malouf Coronado

2018 JOINT SUMMER CONVENTION - LOUISVILLE, KY The Official Bulletin - Spring 2018 We re Back Habibi! by Angie Siegel Clark and Lori Malouf Coronado The Lebanese American Country Club of Louisville is busy preparing for the Joint Southern/Midwest Convention here in Louisville on June 21-24, 2018 at the Galt House Hotel located right in Downtown Louisville. Downtown is a vibrant and bustling community recently named The Bourbon Trail due to the proliferation of distilleries within walking distance. Put on your comfortable shoes and visit Angels Envy, Jim Beam, and the Kentucky Peerless Distilleries; Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory; Muhammad Ali Center (a world class venue in honor of our most famous native son); Louisville Glassworks; or hop on a trolley and visit all of the sites our charming city has to offer! Senior Prom We will hold our Second Senior Prom on Friday, June 22 for women 75-years-young and up. This event is the Federation s way of showing sincere appreciation for our mature ladies who have consistently supported and promoted our heritage throughout their lives. These princesses are to be nominated by their Clubs and applications are due May 30, 2018. Contact Susan Sacker Ackerman by email at acksentsbysusan@gmail.com or home phone at 502-292-0777 with any questions or for an application. Program Ad Book Regarding the Convention Program Ad Book, this year we want to change things up a bit and ask you to focus on memorial ads for those family members who are gone but not forgotten and those who remain active who have made us who we are today and have promoted, protected, and encouraged all of us to keep our heritage alive! Please get with family members to showcase your family in the Convention Book. Ads are due by June 1, and for any questions, please call Pete Zanetti at 502-387-1383. Day at the Races It's no secret that The Main Event will be held at the world famous Churchill Downs on Saturday, June 23. This track is home to the most famous two minutes in all of sports, the Kentucky Derby. 18

Southern Federation of Syrian Lebanese American Clubs One of the most Iconic Venues on Earth and we'll be going there on Saturday, June 23rd. Known as the home of the Kentucky Derby and the Kentucky Oaks, Churchill Downs Racetrack conducts Thoroughbred horse racing in Louisville, Kentucky during three race meets in the Spring, September, and the Fall. The racetrack occupies 147 acres, featuring a one-mile dirt, oval racetrack and a seven furlong turf race course. Thoroughbred racing, the Kentucky Derby, and the Kentucky Oaks have run continuously at Churchill Downs Racetrack since 1875. In addition, Churchill Downs Racetrack has hosted the Breeders Cup World Championship eight times. We re Back Habibi! Club Leb - Louisville We will be the guests of the track on the prestigious Millionaires' Row and will enjoy a full day of five-star dining and thoroughbred racing, nine races in total! I, for one, am planning on BETTING on ALL the races, I mean, when do you ever get a chance to actually bet at the most famous racetrack in the world?!?!? Please note: Churchill Downs suggests shirts with collars, sweaters, dresses, pantsuits. Dress jeans and slacks are appropriate, as well as golf shorts, dress shorts, and capris (and of course your new hat please see below). Worn or torn garments, halter tops, athletic wear, frayed or torn denim, and midriff tops are considered inappropriate attire Hat Making It s tradition for the ladies to wear a hat to the Kentucky Derby and to Millionaires Row all season long! Since we will be sitting at the prestigious Millionaires Row for our Day at the Races, a hat is a must! Come join the hat-making seminar on Friday. You can bring your own hat or purchase one at the seminar. Embellishments and hats may be purchased that day. The ladies had a ball at the last Convention in Louisville, and some even wore their fabulous creations to the Grand Banquet! Please make a hat making reservation by June 15th to Dottie Manziel Frank at dottieslac@aol.com. We will vote for best hat. The winning hat will be showcased at the Grand Banquet and the creator will receive a fabulous prize! Hookah Bar Join us at the Hookah Bar at the Galt House in your spare time. Hannah s Kitchen We can't wait to see you at Hannah's Kitchen, our hospitality room for this Joint Summer Convention! If you have any questions or would like to volunteer to help, please contact me at angiesiegelclark@gmail.com or Jo Wainwright at Lwain56@twc.com. Go Habibi Go! 19

2018 JOINT SUMMER CONVENTION - LOUISVILLE, KY The Official Bulletin - Spring 2018 Welcome to Bourbon City, Louisville, KY Yes, Bourbon is a spirit that comes in a glass, but it s also a spirit that defines our culture and compassion, our arts and parks, our creative energy. It s this same spirit that continued and created Louisville itself - a city that combines heritage with innovation, authenticity with originality, quirkiness with friendliness in a way that s completely unique to our region. We re an entirely different type of Southern. From bound- ary pushing twists on Southern cuisine that have made us one of the 10 Best New Food Cities in America to our one and only Urban Bourbon Experience, featuring the world s only, city-wide trail filled with award-winning micro-distilleries, exhibits and craft cocktail destinations. Then discover one-of-a-kind attractions like the legendary Churchill Downs, Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, and the Muhammad Ali Center. And that s just your first day here. Southern/Midwest Federations 2018 Joint Summer Convention We re Back Habibi! June 21-24, 2018 Louisville, KY The Lebanese American Country Club of Louisville Souvenir Program Book Ad Order Form This Ad is being submitted on behalf of: Southern Federation Midwest Federation Date: Purchase Order Reference (if applicable) Contact Name Phone Firm / Organization Name Address City State Zip Ad Rates (select one): [ ] Full Page Color @ $300 [ ] Full Page BW @ $250 [ ] 1/2 Page @ $150 [ ] 1/4 Page @ $100 [ ] 1/8 page @ $75 (business card) [ ] Inside Front Cover @ $500 [ ] Inside Front Face @ $400 [ ] Inside Back Cover @ $450 [ ] Inside Back Face @ $350 Make checks payable to: Southern Federation of SLAC - Full payment must be included with order. Send payment by check, this completed form and ad attachments no later than June 1, 2018 to: Peter Zanetti 515 Leichester, Louisville, KY 40222 - Questions: Call 502 387 1383 pete@millssupply.net 20 Instructions: No Charge for Typesetting. Design work is not included. Advertiser must suppy art. Please email art if possible. Ads and logos / artwork must be received no later than June 1, 2018. Please indicate if: [ ] camera-ready copy is attached or [ ] we are to typeset copy for ad Ad Copy: Please type or print clearly. (Attach sheet)

Southern Federation of Syrian Lebanese American Clubs Things to Do inlouisville Muhammad Ali Center Located in the heart of historic downtown Louisville, Kentucky, the Muhammad Ali Center is a cultural attraction and international education center inspired by the ideals of hometown hero Muhammad Ali. The Ali Center features 2 levels of award-winning exhibits, a five-screen orientation theater film, historic Civil Rights era media footage, video of Ali fights, interactive boxing fun, two art galleries, children's Hope and Dream wall, meeting and event space, retail store and more. Evan Williams Bourbon Experience Located on Louisville's historic "Whiskey Row", the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience features an artisanal distillery, tours, educational tastings, and more! Kentucky Derby Museum Find yourself in the middle of Kentucky Derby week activities and Derby traditions. Or you can take in the view of the track on Derby Day from the middle of the Infield. They are the exclusive tour provider for Churchill Downs Racetrack offering tours 7 days a week. General admission includes two levels of family-friendly interactive permanent & temporary exhibits. Slugger Museum & Factory At Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, experience history-inthe-making as you stroll through the actual factory where world-famous Louisville Slugger bats are created. The award-winning factory tour is a highlight of the visit here, but there's plenty more to enjoy along with it. Admire the World's Biggest Bat - stretching 120 feet into the sky. Hold bats actually used by baseball superstars. You can even create a bat with your own name on it, just like the pros. Fourth Street Live! Fourth Street Live! is Louisville's premier dining and entertainment destination, located in the heart of downtown Louisville, Kentucky. A short walk from historic downtown hotels, the Kentucky International Convention Center, Waterfront Park, the KFC YUM Center, Slugger Field, and much more, Fourth Street Live! offers something for everyone! 21

2018 JOINT SUMMER CONVENTION - LOUISVILLE, KY The Official Bulletin - Spring 2018 Southern/Midwest Federations 2018 Joint Summer Convention Tentative Schedule Schedule subject to change. Wednesday, June 20 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Southern Federation Foundation Meeting 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Southern Federation Executive Board Meeting Thursday, June 21 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM Hannah's Kitchen (Hospitality Room) 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Registration 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Southern/Midwest Federations State Vice-Presidents/Club Presidents Breakfast & Workshop by invitation 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM Southern Federation Past Presidents Breakfast & Meeting by Invitation 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Southern Federation Committee Meetings 11:00 PM to 5:00 PM Optional Walking Tours: Muhammad Ali Center, Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, Louisville Glassworks, Bourbon Trail, and others 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Cultural Presentation - National Federation Lebanon Trip with Al Johary and Titanic Exhibit & Presentation by Jihad George Jiha 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM Young Professionals Outing - Bourbon Trolley Tour, Bourbon Trail and Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Children's Activities 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Young Adults Pool Party 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Bingo 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM Registration 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Guardian Angels Reception by invitation 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Dinner on your own 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM Hafli featuring Tony Mikhael 22 Friday, June 22 6:15 AM to 10:30 AM Dawn At Churchill Downs on your own 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM Maloofs International Meeting 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM Hannah's Kitchen (Hospitality Room) 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Officers' Breakfast by invitation (Officers of both Federations) 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Registration 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Midwest Federation General Assembly 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Child Care & Children's Activities 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Southern Federation Committee Meetings 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM Hat Making Ladies, design and make your own creation for Churchill Downs Day at the Races on Saturday 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Young Adults Meeting

Southern Federation of Syrian Lebanese American Clubs Friday, June 22 (cont d) 1:00 PM to 4.00 PM Southern Federation General Assembly 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM Hannah's Kitchen (Hospitality Room) 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Young Adults Activity 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Southern/Midwest Federations Joint Scholarship Reception light dinner fare 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Young Professionals Happy Hour outing 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM Registration 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Dinner on your own 8:00 PM to 12:00 PM Child Care & Children's Activities 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM Midwest YAN Meeting Youth 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM Midwest Young Adults Meeting 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM Senior Prom 75 or older, showcasing our Seniors 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM Run for the Noses 9:30 PM to 1:30 AM Hafli featuring Tony Mikhael 1:30 AM to 3:00 AM Late Night DJ Saturday, June 23 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM Hannah's Kitchen (Hospitality Room) 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM National Federation/Kahlil Gibran Meeting 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM Churchill Downs - Home of the Kentucky Derby - DAY AT THE RACES Watch Thoroughbred Racing at the Most Famous Track in the World 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM Child Care & Children's Activities 7:00 PM to 7:30PM Grand Banquet Cocktail Reception 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM Grand Banquet 9:00 PM to 2:00 AM Hafli featuring Tony Mikhael Sunday, June 24 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM Farewell Breakfast 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Catholic Mass 23

2018 JOINT SUMMER CONVENTION - LOUISVILLE, KY The Official Bulletin - Spring 2018 GALT HOUSE Hotel & Suites 140 North Fourth St. Louisville, KY 40202 Simply the best place to find a unique and authentic experience in this exciting city. Sip some bourbon while taking in spectacular views of the Ohio River. It is just a shot away from Whiskey Row, where you immerse yourself in the history of Kentucky s native spirit. It is Louisville s only waterfront hotel. To receive the discounted rate, you may either call (800)The-Galt or (502)589-5200 and mention the Southern Federations of Syrian Lebanese American Clubs, or you may use the URL below to easily book online: https://aws.passkey.com/go/sfslac2018 The cut-off date for room reservations: May 29, 2018 Rivue Tower - $144 (max 4 guests) Suite Tower - $154 (max 5 guests) *Rates available 3 days pre and post convention. Southern/Midwest Federations 2018 Joint Summer Convention - Louisville, KY Child Care Pre-Registration Form Ages 3 thru 10 (no charge) Return this form by June 4, 2018 to mjasiegel10@aol.com or mail to Jennifer Siegel, 3606 Eastside Drive, Louisville, KY 40220 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AS THERE ARE NEW REQUIREMENTS After completing this pre-registration form, the remainder of child care forms will be emailed to you and must be filled out and returned by email before June 13, 2018 or there will not be child care available for your child. Child s Name (first & last) Age Child s Name (first & last) Age Put the number of children that will be attending the session below: Friday, June 22: 10AM-4PM*, 8PM-12AM Saturday, June 23: 11AM-5PM*, 7PM-12AM* * Food provided. Parent Information: Name: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone: Mom s Cell: Dad s Cell: *EMAIL REQUIRED: Please Note: We are pleased to provide child care during the times specified on the program schedule for children ages 3 through 10 years. Due to space limitations and regulations, we are able to accept only those children who are toilet trained and at least 3 years old. In addition, because our space is limited and because of requirements regarding the number of child care providers, we must require pre-registration for child care through this form. We cannot guarantee child care for your child unless you return this form to us by June 4, 2018. Additional forms will be emailed to you and must be completed and emailed back to us by June 13, 2018. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. This method helps us provide a quality program for your children. 24 For questions not addressed here, contact Jennifer Siegel 502-541-8535. Please return form to mjasiegel10@aol.com

Southern Federation of Syrian Lebanese American Clubs Registration Form Southern Federation SLAC/Midwest Federation ASLC 2018 Annual Convention Louisville, KY SFSLAC Control # st Convention Dates: June 21 24, 2018 *** To qualify for Pre-registration; form & payment must be postmarked by June 1, 2018 *** (Every attempt will be made to accommodate on-site walk-up registration; however, on-site walk-up registration may be capacity limited due to space availability) SFSLAC/SFF Registration Member ID First Name Preference Type* Other information (if available) First Name Last Name for Name Tag (codes below) (circle as appropriate) Please Print All Information 1. Male Female / Single Married Widowed E- mail Address: Year of Birth: 2. Male Female / Single Married Widowed E- mail Address: Year of Birth: 3. Male Female / Single Married Widowed E- mail Address: Year of Birth: 4. Male Female / Single Married Widowed E- mail Address: Year of Birth: Attach additional sheets if necessary; Please use separate sheets for different addresses. See separate form for Child Care registration. In order for us to properly prepare for Child Care, you must pre-register for Child Care (child must also be registered on this form). Address: Contact Phone #: Arrival day: Wed Thu Fri Sat City, State, Zip: Email Address: Mail Form & Fees to: Alexa Hamauei 740 E. William David Pkwy. Metairie, LA 70005 Are you a member of the Southern Federation Midwest Federation Neither Both Club Name: For registration questions & info: call (504) 722-9000, or email: alexamham@yahoo.com Refund Policy: 100% if requested by June 1 st 50% if requested by June 6 th No refund after June 6 th No refund for No Shows *Registration Category & Fee Summary: # Total Due AP Adult Full Pre-Registration (18 years & older) by June 1, 2018... @ $225 each = $ AR Adult Full Registration (18 years & older) after June 1, 2018.. @ $250 each = $ YP Youth Full Pre-Registration (13-17 years) by June 1, 2018..... @ $165 each = $ YR Youth Full Pre-Registration (13-17 years) after June 1, 2018... @ $195 each = $ PTN Pre-Teen (10-12 years) not attending banquet. @ $ 95 each = $ PTB Pre-Teen (10-12 years) attending banquet... @ $150 each = $ CN Child (9 years & younger) not attending banquet... @ $ 0 each = $ no charge_ CB Child (9 years & younger) attending banquet.. @ $ 65 each = $ Make checks payable to: SFSLAC Louisville Convention Total Registration Fees $ Events at Conventions/Conferences are public venues. Pictures and videos may be used to promote the Federation/Foundation and its future events. Full payment must accompany all registrations. A registration is for one individual and cannot be shared. Credit Card Information (circle one): VISA M/C AMX Discover Credit Card # Security Code: Expiration Date: Office Use: Name on Card (please print): Signature: (v01) 25