Mid-Texas Symphany is celebrating their 47th season!
From their website "Mid-Texas Symphony was founded in 1978 by a professor of piano at Texas Lutheran University who engineered what many said was impossible. Professor Anita Windecker, a gifted pianist and passionate educator, believed that the communities of Seguin and New Braunfels could support and needed, a professional orchestra." Jason discussed their efforts to expand experiences for kids from preschool through senior year, and expanding to areas such as San Marcos and Luling in the coming years. To learn more about Mid-Texas Symphany or to find tickets to the 6 performances, 3 in Seguin and 3 in New Braunfels, please visit their website:
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Regina Lee with the Christian Cupboard was our guest speaker this morning and we were so happy to visit with her! Thank you Regina for coming out in the downpour to share Christian Cupboard's story and mission with us.
Did You Know -- Christian Cupboard Edition
*In December they will be 32 years old!
*It started as a ministry based pantry.
*They serve 900+ families and individuals
*Sometimes they serve 90 families/individuals per day.
*They partner/purchase food from the SA Food Bank
*Chicken Express & Olive Garden donate food each week!!
(Regina said please support those businesses!!)
*They have a community Garden for everyone.
**And they are our beneficiary tomorrow! Please come out to support them and look at the attached image to bring along any of the items listed if you can. We will have a donation box at the door. Thank you!
Guest Speakers from the Geronimo Volunteer Fire Department: Vicki Mueck, Michele Kenney, Kimberly Martin, GL President Noami Manske
Ernest Leal and Kenneth Loy from the Community Council of South Central Texas with President Rob Brucks
The Melvin Jones Fellowship was established as Lions Clubs International Foundation’s (LCIF) highest form of recognition to acknowledge an individual’s dedication to humanitarian service.
From Geronimo Lions President Rob Brucks:
"Savannah has been instrumental in the successful execution of our club's annual Gun Raffle for the past several years. She puts a tremendous amount of time and effort into ensuring that our club can generate the money needed to provide scholarship funds for our selected area HS seniors.
Thank you so much for everything you do Savannah!"
Savannah, you do this and so much more for our community and our group. Congratulations!
GLC visited with Robin Evans of Seguin Christian Academy this morning at our 6:30am Thursday meeting. Seguin Christian Academy was formed in 2012 and teaches children Kinder - 6th grade. They focus on teaching good values, are family oriented and have small classes. They are tuition based and have after school care available.
If you are interested in learning more about the school, having your child attend or donating/teaching opportunities please visit Seguin Christian Academy webpage: https://www.seguinchristianacademy.com/
GLC welcomed the Branch Director for Comal/Guadalupe & Texas Hill Country Big Brothers Big Sisters as our guest speaker this morning! Rianne Sykes-Wenske, we enjoyed learning about your organization and all you and your volunteers do to help mentor the young people of our county and surrounding areas.
Some things we learned: They offer training and match support for volunteers. They meet with the volunteers frequently to check in on how things are going. They care about building relationships for children who may need that extra support.
Thank you again Rianne for spending the morning with our crazy bunch. We really enjoyed meeting you.
We had a great time today at the Geronimo Lion's Officer Installation! Thank you to all who attended! Thank you to Marvel Maddox for leading our meeting - we love having you! Congratulations to all the officers and especially our new president, Rob Brucks! Here's to a great year for GLC and our wonderful community!
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Good Morning! We were blessed to have Landry Engler visit with us this morning. Landry will be going on a 9 month World Race Mission Trip - going to 3 different countries spending 3 months in each! She will be on a team with up to 50 people working in orphanages, building, teaching, and ministering as they travel.
If you would like to read more about her trip or would like to donate, please click the link below. Landry we surround you and your team with prayers and best wishes! Thank you for sharing your story with us today.
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Scholarship Recipients 2018
Congratulations to our 2018 #GeronimoLionsClub Scholarship Recipients! We are so excited for you all and look forward to the great things we know you will accomplish!
Geronimo Lions Welcomes New Member Jim Lievens
The Geronimo Lions would like to welcome Jim Lievens, Jim is a local Realtor and currently serves on the Seguin City Council. We are excited that Jim has joined our club and look forward to working with him on our many community service projects. Jim is pictured with his sponsor, John Nash III and club president Vicki Breistedt.
Centenniel Membership Pins
Geronimo Lions Members Dr. Randall Sullivan and David Reiley received their Centenniel Membership Pins awared by Lions International. Congratulations to David and Randall on receiving their Centenniel Membership pins! So happy to have you both as a part of the #GeronimoLionsClub!
Paul Yura - National Weather Service
At our regular Thursday morning meeting the Geronimo Lions Club had as our guest and speaker, Paul Yura. He is with the National Weather Service and has very impressive knowledge on hurricanes and "geeky" new equipment that is now in space. Pictured with Yura is Don McFarland.
Geronimo Lions Club meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday mornings at 6:30 at the "Big Red Barn".
2017 Geronimo Lions Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to all of our #GeronimoLionsClub 2017 Scholarship Recipients! Such an amazing group of students!!
Darren Dunn - KWED Radio / Seguin Daily News
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Geronimo Lions Club was proud to have Darren Dunn as our speaker at our regular Thursday morning meeting. The presentation was very informative. Pictured with Dunn is Geronimo Lion Don McFarland, Second Vice President.
Geronimo Lions Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30. We would like your visit.
On the Grow Again!
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Geronimo Lions Club is on the grow again! New members inducted are Bret Breitenkamp with sponsor Rob Anderson also Tina Bryan with sponsor Naomi Manski. Lion Clubs are a service oriented organization and would be happy for your visit. Geronimo Lions Club meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30 in the Big Red Barn.
PDG Charles Villeneuve - LCI Foundation
Former District Governor and Noon Lions Club member Charles Villeneuve spoke to the Geronimo Lions Club. Lions Club International Foundation is a very important part of ALL Lions Clubs. Pictured with Villeneuve is Don McFarland, Geronimo Lions Club Second Vice President.
Geronimo Lions Club meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday mornings at 6:30 in the "Big Red Barn" located on Cordova Rd. and Hwy. 123.
Lauren Smith - Seguin High Band Boosters
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The Geronimo Lions Club at the regular meeting had as speakers Seguin High School Band Booster Lauren Smith and SHS Band Director Stan Maulden.
They both explained the trip the band will be making to New York City over spring break. Smith and Maulden are pictured with David Reiley, Geronimo Lions Club President, receiving our donation of $500.00.
Geronimo Lions Club meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30 in the "Big Red Barn".
Kendy Gravett - Seguin Chamber of Commerce
Geronimo Lions Club had as the guest speaker Kendy Gravett, President of Seguin Chamber of Commerce. She shared just a small part of what the Chamber does and that was an incredible amount! Pictured with Gravett is Mary Reiley, Geronimo Lions Club Member.
Geronimo Lions Club meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30 at the "Big Red Barn". Visitors are welcome.
Newest Geronimo Lions Members
The Geronimo Lions Club is growing once again! New members installed are Kenneth Holder and Sylvia Christy.
Pictured are David Reiley, Geronimo Lions Club President, Holder, Christy, Naomi Manski, Geronimo Lions Club Secretary.
Heather Eaton - Animal Rescue Foundation
The Geronimo Lions Club were educated about the Animal Rescue Foundation from speaker Heather Eaton. Pictured with Eaton is David Reiley, Geronimo Lions Club President.
Geronimo Lions Club meet every 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30 at the "Big Red Barn."
Craig Russell - SSAmerican Memorial
The Geronimo Lions Club had as the guest speaker Craig G. Russell with SS American Memorial. We were all moved by his very inspirational speech. This Lazy U Ranch is an R & R retreat for Wounded Warriors and Americans, all are welcome. Pictured with Russell is David Reiley President of Geronimo Lions Club. We meet every 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30 at the "Big Red Barn" on Cordova Road.
Geronimo Lions Club New Members October 2016
The Geronimo Lions are proud to welcome new members, Darrell Schmidt, Tracy Bittner, Savannah Bittner, Danna Elley, Artie Rittimann and Donna Schmidt (not pictured). New members are pictured above with their sponsors Rob Anderson, Martin Mueck, David Reiley and Randall Sullivan (not pictured)
Karen Willis - Daughters of the Republic of Texas
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The Geronimo Lions Club enjoyed a wonderful history lesson from Karen Willis President of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas. Pictured with Willis is Geronimo Lions Club President, David Reiley.
Geronimo Lions are one of the most interesting Clubs to be a part of! We would like you to visit on any 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30 in the "Big Red Barn".
Historian - Floyd McKee
The Geronimo Lions Club was so delighted to have historian Floyd McKee for our meeting. The history around this area is amazing and he is so knowledgeable. Pictured with McKee is Vicki Bierstedt, Geronimo Lions Club program chairman.
Geronimo Lions Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30 at the "Big Red Barn".
Girls State Attendee - Skylar Osborne
The Geronimo Lions Club helped to sponsor Skylar Osborne for Bluebonnet Girls State held at Texas Lutheran University this summer.
Pictured with Osborne is Bea Naumann with the HU Wood Unit 245 who gave a certificate to David Reiley, President of the Geronimo Lions Club.
BS Brewing - Brian Schmoekel
Geronimo Lions Club were proud to have a home brewed (meaning native Seguin)guest speaker Brian Schmoekel. Brian is owner of the BS Brewery at 1408 Old Lehmann Rd. in Seguin.
Pictured with Schmoekel is Vicki Bierstedt Geronimo Lions Club program Chairman.
Geronimo Lions Club would love for you to come for a visit. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30 in the "Big Red Barn".
Mary Jo Langford - Court Street Coffee
Geronimo Lions Club enjoyed our speaker from Court Street Coffee Shop, Mary Jo Langford. She educated us on all types of coffee, difference in the grinds and shared delicious brewed flavors with us. Pictured with Langford is Vicki Bierstedt, program chairman for Geronimo Lions Club.
Visit the Geronimo Lions Club on the 1st and 3rd Thursday mornings at 6:30. We meet at the "Big Red Barn" on Cordova Rd.
Geronimo Lions Club Officer for 2016-2017
The Geronimo Lions Club will have new officers beginning July 1st.
From left to right are; Dick Helms, Director; Mary Reiley, Co-treasurer; Chuck Drummond, Director; Randall Sullivan, Director; Debbie Hanse, Treasurer; Naomi Manski, Secretary; Scotty Mycue, Lion Tamer; David Reiley, President; Don McFarland, Second Vice President; John Nash, Membership Chairman.
Kneeling left to right are Rob Anderson, Director; Cody Hallmark, Tail Twister. Not pictured are Martin Mueck, Past President and Vicki Bierstedt, First Vice President.
Past District Governor Ron Heinemeyer performed the induction ceremony centered around the parts of a bike how they all work together to make it a successful efficient machine. The theme was picked due to the clubs recent decision to once again sponsor The Tour De Pecan bike ride that is part of the Seguin Pecan Fest Celebration in October
Trey Pounds - Sullivan Contracting Services
Geronimo Lions Club enjoyed a visit from Trey Pounds who is one of the owners of Sullivan Contracting Services. Pictured are L to R, Cody Hallmark, Construction Manager, Pounds, Martin Mueck Geronimo Lions Club President.
Geronimo Lions Club meet every 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30 in the "Big Red Barn". Come for a visit, you will have a roaring good time!
Geronimo Lions 2016 Scholarship Recipients 
The Geronimo Lions Club presented 13(thirteen) scholarships this year. Thanks to our First Friday Feast fans!
Seated L to R: Jonquil Romans, Brooke Flanagan, Kennedy Braun, Savanna Russell, Ashley Merritt, Emma Vrana, Morgan Law
Back Row L to R: Mason Spier, Zach Griner, Douglas Gonzales, Kyle Hanse, Campbell Willfong, Conner Voss.
Well wishes to all graduates.
Chelsea Mertz- New Member
The Geronimo Lions Club has added a new member! Welcome to our pride, Chelsea Mertz is pictured with Cody Hallmark, sponsor and Mary Reiley Membership Coordinator.
Geronimo Lions Club meet on 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30. Come for a visit and you will want to join!
Susan DeLano - Connections
The Geronimo Lions Club had as guest speaker Susan DeLano with Connections.
Pictured are DeLano and Martin Mueck, Geronimo Lions Club President.
Geronimo Lions Club meets on 1st and 3rd Thursday mornings at 6:30 and the "Big Red Barn".
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Geronimo Lions Club enjoyed learning about daily or over night stays in our area. Byron Riedel with Best Texas Travel showed a short movie of all the beautiful properties that are available. Pictured with Riedel is Vicki Bierstedt, Geronimo Lions Club Co-program Director.
Geronimo Lions have wonderful programs at our meeting on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 6:30 am in the "Big Red Barn".
Morgan Ash - City of Seguin Update
Geronimo Lions Club were given a tour of the City of Seguin projects that are very much improving all areas of the community. Giving our tour was Morgan Ash, Public Information Officer with the City of Seguin. Pictured with Ash is Martin Mueck, Geronimo Lions Club President.
Geronimo Lions Club meets every 1st and 2nd Thursday mornings a 6:30 at the "Big Red Barn".
Growing Our Pride - Welcome Lion Rania Lange
Our Geronimo Lions Club is proud to welcome Rania Lange to our pride. She was a presenter at one of our meetings, saw how wonderful our club is and decided to join for a roaring time! Geronimo Lions Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30, we are always excited for visitors at the "Big Red Barn".
Master Gardeners of Guadalupe County - Treva Hicks
Geronimo Lions Club enjoyed a visit from Treva Hicks with the Master Gardeners of Guadalupe County. The Master Gardeners are an awesome source for information related to plants, gardens and various pest control methods. They have very talented speakers that can visit your club or organization to help you plan a successful gardening adventure. They also have a regular program on KWED Radio.
Pictured with Hicks is Vicki Bierstedt Co-Program Chairman.
Geronimo Lions meet at the "Big Red Barn" every 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30. We would enjoy your visit, too!
Welcome Steve Alyea - Geronimo Lions Newest Member
The Geronimo Lions would like to introduce our newest member Steve Alyea. Steve is active in the Seguin community where he works as a financial advisor. He enjoys the outdoors as well as cooking on his BBQ rig. Steve's sponsor is David Reiley
Native Plant Society - Kathryn Berch
Kathryn Berch presented a very colorful and historical program on the use of Native Texas Plants and how to reintroduce them into your yard. Native plants use less water and are better suited to our region then exotic or introduced species. Native plants come in a variety of colors and sizes that will fit almost all landscaping needs and many are naturally deer and insect resistant. Another benefit is that native plants provide food for Monarch Butterflies as well as other pollinators such as bees. Many local nurseries stock native plants so visit one soon to reintroduce hearty native plants to your landscape.
Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers
Ken Kiel and Dawn Southwell presented an interesting and insightful program on the Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers Program at our February 18th meeting. The Geronimo Lions meet on the first and third Thursday of the month at 6:30 am at the Red Barn where we have interesting and knowledgeable speakers bring us up to date on local events and organizations. We welcome you to join us and see what exciting things we have to offer.
Geronimo Lions Welcome Tony O'Brien as our Newest Member
The Geronimo Lions Club is proud to induct new Lion Tony O'Brien. Pictured with O'Brien are sponsor Dr. Randall Sullivan and Geronimo Lions Vice-President David Reiley.
Seguin Canvas and Awning
The Geronimo Lions Club was educated by Seguin Canvas and Awning. Rania Lange with business partner John Muzny gave a wonderful presentation on all aspect of their work to cover Texas and beyond. Pictured with Lange and Muzny is Lion Director Vicki Bierstedt.
Please visit one of the Geronimo Lions Club meetings which are on the 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30. We meet at the "Big Red Barn".
Laura Torres - CASA
The Geronimo Lions Club had as a guest speaker Laura Torres, Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator with CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates. This organization covers four(4) counties. Guadalupe County is low in volunteers, so if you are interested contact either office in New Braunfels or San Marcos.
Geronimo Lions Club meets at 6:30 am on the first and third Thursdays. We will be having our First Friday Feast on February 5th. Hope to see you at a meeting, all welcome!
John Gesick - Seguin Heritage Museum
Geronimo Lions Club was excited to welcome John Gesick with the Seguin Heritage Museum for a visit. Heritage is so very important to our future generations and he is a vital part of the preservation. Pictured with Gesick is Vicki Bierstedt, Geronimo Lions Club Program Co-Chairman.
The Geronimo Lions Club meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday mornings at 6:30 in the Agriculture Heritage Center,"Big Red Barn". Visitors are always welcome.
Chef Avenell Bistro - Downtown Geronimo
The Geronimo Lions Club had a visit from Danny Vincent who works for Chef Avenell Bistro. The Bistro is located in Geronimo and a beautiful atmosphere and wonderful food. We will all have to get in there! Pictured with Vincent is Vicki Bierstedt, Geronimo Lions program co-chairman.
Geronimo Lions Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 6:30 in the "Big Red Barn".
Brian Wallace - Seguin Brewing Company
The Geronimo Lions Club hosted speaker Brian Wallace who is the owner of the Seguin Brewing Company at our November 19th meeting. Yet another Seguin success story keeping business here at home. Their product can be found in this area with plans to expand. We enjoyed learning the process of making craft beer.
Pictured with Wallace are Vicki Bierstedt co-program chairman and David Reiley, First Vice President of Geronimo Lions Club.
The Geronimo Lions Club welcome new members, we meet every 1st and 3rd Thursday at 6:30 am at the "Big Red Barn".
Decorating the Red Barn for Christmas
A few pictures of the Geronimo Lions volunteering to hang the Christmas Decorations at the Red Barn.
