Schools out and you know what that means...it’s time to get ready for International Convention 2009! Hundreds of college students from all over the globe will be traveling to Birmingham for this amazing event and you definitely don’t want to miss out!
This year, the 54th annual Circle K International Convention will be held in Birmingham, Alabama at the Sheraton Birmingham, in the heart of Birmingham’s central business district, from Wednesday-Saturday, August 5-8, 2009. However, the fun and festivities won’t end until late night on the 8th, so plan on staying in Birmingham until August 9th.
Birmingham is located at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and has a population of over 1 million people. The city was founded on making steel, and it practically boomed overnight, becoming Alabama’s largest city and henceforth gaining the nickname “ The Magic City.” Nowadays, numerous people visit the city as a cultural and heritage destination.
Outside of its strong-rooted history, Birmingham has several local attractions including the Birmingham Museum of Art, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, the Southern Museum of Flight, Vulcan Park, McWane Center, Alabama Adventure Theme Park, and the Birmingham Zoo. There are also numerous places to shop with over 1000 vendors located at the heart of the city.
If you’re not sold yet, by attending International Convention, you will have the unique opportunity of representing your club and your district by voicing your opinion at the House of Delegates. You will also get to attend useful workshops, build your leadership skills, and make friends through the numerous social events held throughout the week. It is truly an amazing experience and attending will be one decision you will not regret!
Click HERE to download the ICON Newsletter Birmingham in a Bottle
Love to do Service? Of course you do! Come join your fellow CKI’ers as they serve the local community of Birmingham from August 1-5th.
There will be lots of fun projects at the event from building ramps for youth with United Cerbral Palsy, beautifying Birmingham schools with the city's Weeds to Seeds program, working with the Big Brothers Big Sisters program of Greater Birmingham to create activity rooms, and volunteering at the Birmingham Zoo!
Besides the numerous hours of service you will be doing, there will also be lots of time for fellowship. LSSP will be filled with plenty of activities including a dance, group dinner, a trip to Vulcan park, and an Amazing Race around Birmingham!
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