The boxes have been packed and are on their way to Paris, France, for the 102nd Annual Kiwanis International Convention. Opening Session starts at 6:30 p.m. in the Grand Amphithéâtre at the Palais des congrés de Paris on Thursday, July 13. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

You won't want to miss all the pageantry and fanfare of the Opening Session. The world-famous Garde Républicaine Orchestra will perform and civil rights activist Ruby Bridges will inspire members with her story of how making a positive impact in the life of a child can change the world.

Online registration is now closed, but it is possible to register at the convention center using a credit card. A Kiwanis International convention badge is needed to gain admittance into the convention venues.

(Click the picture below to see all the photos and videos from the truck-loading process.)