Taylor Lions Club

Texas - United States

Taylor Lions Club Programs, Events & Meetings

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Upcoming Program Hosts & Events

• 11/18/2024: Monday 5:15pm Chili Supper planning session at SPJST
• 12/7/2024: Thursday evening - assist with the Taylor Christmas Parade
• 11/22/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Dee T
  • Guest Speaker: Lion Karen Radcliff, with Lions Eyeglass Recycling
• 11/29/2024: No Meeting! Happy Thanksgiving!!!
• 12/6/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Michael v J
• 12/13/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Cathy S
• 12/20/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Betty W
• 12/27/2024: No Meeting. Merry Christmas!!!

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Past Programs, Events & Meetings (Newest to Oldest)
FY2019-2024 (in descending order):

• 11/15/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion John T
  • Program: Lions Bingo and Kickoff of the Annual Sponsorship Program
• 11/08/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Griffin T
  • After last minute family emergency cancelled the planned speaker, Lion Griffin provided a brief update about the upcoming Lions Sponsorship campaign.
• 11/5/2024: Tuesday evening = Kiwanis & Lions Pancake Supper
• 11/1/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Tom S
  • Speaker: Anna Ashton told her story about fleeing from Slovakia to come to the USA for a better life for herself and her family.
    
• 10/25/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Erwin S
  • Speaker: Matt Lindeman provided a history of the Texas Ranger law enforcement group.
    
• 10/18/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Cindy S
  • Speaker: Constable Paul Leal talked about department territory and environmental objectives.
    
• 10/11/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Greg T
  • Speaker: Staff Sgt Tyler Booth, Taylor National Guard Recruiter explained the duties of the National Guard, the Army Reserves, and the Texas National Guard in Taylor. 
  • Also at the meeting, Lions president Brenda C handed out the first quarterly Presidential Appreciation Award to Griffin T
    
• 10/9/2024: Wednesday 8am = KidSight at St. Mary Catholic School
  • Heidi Altman thanks Lions Griffin, Cathy & Griffin for their help.
    
• 10/4/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Jesse P
  • Program: SPJST state president, Brian Vanicek provided a Czech history update in honor of Czech Culture Month in Texas. Photo includes Lions Jesse, Speaker Brian & President Brenda.
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• 9/30/2024 & 10/1/2024: KidSight vision screening at THJ in Taylor ISD
  • 7 Taylor Lions assisted TH Johnson Elementary with vision screening for 347 kids in PK & Kindergarten. Two great days. Below are some of the Lions who helped at the event - Kathy Brenda Griffin Deborah Tom Cindy Gayle.
    
• 9/27/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Shane P
  • Guest Speaker was Heath Scruggs, owner of Cooper Scruggs Bucking Bulls of Thrall. He explained the family business of raising rodeo bucking bulls, keeping them healthy and getting them to the rodeos. 
  • Lion Shane, Heath Scruggs & Lion Brenda
    
• 9/24/2024: Tuesday = KidSight vision screeing at Thrall ISD
  • Taylor Lions screened 83 children for vision at Thrall Elementary!
• 9/20/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Deborah P
  • Program: Lions Past DG 2S3 Gary Fuchs
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• 9/19/2024: Thursday KidSight Vision Screening at Coupland ISD
  • Taylor Lions provided free vision screening for 53 children.
• 9/13/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Gayle C
  • Program: Lions District 2S3 Gov. Jeff Kunkel encouraged Lions to share their passions for service and to encourage others to join.
    
• 9/6/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Doug M
  • Speakers - Clint & Robin Barnett spoke about the amazing birds they raise and sell for feathers, incubation eggs and for others to raise. 
    
• 8/30/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Steven K
  • Guest Speaker - Tim Crow on 100 years of Taylor Ducks
    
• 8/23/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Candice K
  • Guest Speaker: TISD A.D., Coach Earven Flowers provided updates on team building and growth outlook for Taylor Athletics. Thanks!
    
• 8/16/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Keith H
  • Guest speaker was Taylor Mayor Dwayne Ariola with new city Communication Director Daniel Seguin; they updated the Club on develpments coming to Taylor and other questions from members. Lots of information. Sorry for blurry photo.
• 8/9/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Jennifer G
  • TISD Superintendent / Lion Jennifer (along with guest Megan Z) provided an update on things happening in the district... 20% growth by 2030 and then much faster! Expect bond packages in the future. Teachers know what to teach; staff focus is on 'how' to teach in this changing society. AND Megan will be our new point person to restart the LEO Club at Taylor HS. Great meeting!
• 8/2/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Brenda C
  • Guest Speaker Greg Redden, President of Taylor Rotary Club, explained the primary goals and projects for Taylor Rotary. Their motto is 'Service Above All.' A key Rotary effort is global Polio Vaccinations plus other community programs.
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• 8/1/2024: Wednesday 9a-4p = Kidsight vision screening for HeadStart
  • Two Taylor Lions and 2 Round Rock Lions screened over 120 youth
• 7/31/2024: Wednesday 9a-4p = Kidsight vision screening for HeadStart
  • Four Taylor Lions and 1 Georgetown Lion screened about 60 youth
• 7/26/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Brenda C
  • Guest Speaker, Lion Gayle provided an update on the Lions District 2-S3 Summer Symposium
• 7/19/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Brenda C
  • Program: Seeking club inputs for coming year goals.
• 7/19/2024: 11am Board Meeting
• 7/12/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Brenda C
  • Guest speaker was Lion PDG Gayle C, who explained the various elected and non-elected offices, their responsibilities and how they interact with the Local, State & International Lions Clubs International.
• 7/5/2024: NO MEETING - Happy Independence Day!!!!
• 6/28/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Betty W
  • Special guests were Taylor Lions scholarship recipients Cody Higgs & Brady Altman introduced themselves and explained college plans.
  • Guest speaker was Carl Weeks who explained the workings and recent activities of the Texas Judicial Oversight Committee for the Texas Supreme Court and the DPS regulatory committee.
    
• 6/26/2024: Tuesday evening = Officer Installation Banquet at SPJST Hall
  • Outgoing Club President Lion Tom Schneider and incoming President Brenda Cox exchange a gavel. Great event with 35 present!

• 6/21/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Shane P
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• 6/14/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Shane P
  • Special guests were Taylor Lions scholarship recipients, Mckensie and Kendall. Great to meet them learn about their college plans.
  • Guest speaker was the new Taylor City Council member, Kelly Cmerek, who spoke about upcoming city needs and recent changes.
• 6/13/2024: Taylor Lions sponsored Basketball in the Park this week with drinks and snacks. The Tuesday evening event rained out, but we served a nice group on Thursday. 
• 6/12/2024: At our final Board meeting of the 2023/2024 fiscal year, Lions divided surplus income from the current year among 5 local charities plus Texas Lions Camp for special-needs children, the Leader Dogs for the Blind, and the Lions Clubs International Foundation for emergency relief. Great to be a Lion and serve those in need!
• 6/7/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host Lion Michael vJ
  • Guest Speaker = John Matthews, Taylor ISD Coordinator of Family Support Services spoke about the upcoming Basketball in the Park and other local needs - like mentoring.

• 5/31/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Dee T
  • Guest Speaker = Rhonda Redden Pcnt#4 JP spoke about need for a county coroner and death investigator.
    
• 5/24/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion John T
  • With a light holiday crowd, John hosted bingo for those present - with cash prizes. Thanks!
• 5/17/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Griffin T
  • Guest speaker was Loretta Masters with Shepherd's Heart of Taylor. She updated Lions about the services offered, as well as the ongoing needs & opportunities to donate both time and money.

• 5/10/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Greg T
  • Lions presented a $600 check to the Taylor Animal Shelter for the cost of adoptions and another $400 to Texas Critter Crusaiders for food at the shelter.
  • Guest speaker was Aaron Abel, Water Services Manager for Brazos River Authority. He provided an update on Taylor and regional water supply status now and over the coming years.

• 5/7/2024: Scholarship awards at TISD Main St. Campus
• 5/4/2024: Lions Pet Adoption at City Animal Shelter
• 5/3/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Erwin S
  • Guest Speaker: John McDonald spoke about the Michelle Peep 5K Run for carsenoma cancer on Saturday, 8/10/24 at 7:30 am in Murphy Park. He also explained the symptoms & research progress for this rare cancer.
• 4/26/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Cindy S
  • Guest Speaker: Linda Hoover explained internet, phone & other scams with tips how to prevent being a victim! Very informative. Thanks.
• 4/12/2024: No Friday noon meeting * Join us at SPJST fishing tournament!!!
• 4/11/2024 & 4/12/2024: 8:30a-4:30p Senior fishing tournament at SPJST Sr Living
  • Taylor Lions assisted the staff at SPJST Sr Living Center to host the annual Senior Fishing Tournament on Thursday & Friday. We had strong club support across both days & were declared Support Club of the Year.

• 4/5/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Tom S
  • Discussion of FY24-25 slate of officers & final Golf Tourney Planning
• 3/25/2024: Monday evening = Golf Tournament Planning at SPJST 5:30pm
• 3/22/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Brad M
  • Guest Speaker was City Councilman Dwayne Ariola. He discussed petitions on May city ballot & things going on in the City.
• 3/15/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Doug M
  • Guest Speaker was Regina Jo Carlson, VP with TEDC. Regina discussed the work of the TEDC to expand businesses and introduce jobs in Taylor, especially through industrial parks.
• 3/8/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Shane P
  • Taylor Lion & Past District Governor Gayle C presented a 60 year Lions award to Lion Bill H. Congratulations!
  • Lions Shane introduced outgoing Mayer Brent Rydell who discussed city vision, growth and facility plans.
• 3/4/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Gayle C
  • Taylor Lions' own Past District Governor, Gayle C presented the Lions Clubs International gameplan for building and strengthening clubs. Much food for thought!
• 2/23/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Candice K
  • Club donations were awarded today to Boy Scouts of America, Thrall 4-H, Taylor Heart Savers and Mama Duck. Each of these organizations perform great services for the local area. 
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  • Lion Shane was presented with the 2022-2023 Lions Excellence award. Congratulations!
  • Speaker today was Rachael Westerman, Membership & Operations Director for Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce. She discussed the 4/27 Job Expo from 10a-2p and other opportunities to get involved.
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• 2/16/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Keith H
  • Guest speaker was Diana Philips of the Greater Taylor Foundation / Impact Taylor

• 2/9/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Brenda C
  • Guest speakers were Katelyn O and Desseray G, with an update on the Mama Duck project within Taylor ISD. This organization makes anonymous donations of supplies and lunch money other small needs to students who cannot afford them. See https://mamaducktaylor.org/. 

                      

• 2/2/2024: Friday noon meeting = Speaker host is Lion Brenda C
  • Guest speaker was Heidi Zimmerhanzel Altmann, who discussed the programs and progress at St. Mary's Catholic School in Taylor

• 1/26/2023: Friday meeting Speaker Host = Lion Gayle C​
  • Speaker was Lion Doug M, Chili Supper chairman. We discussed the Chili Supper and lessons learned
• 1/25/2024 ** Annual Taylor Lions Chili Supper **
  • A great crew of Lions, spouses, friends and community members helped make this event a success, selling 661 tickets and serving great chili.
• 1/19/2023: Friday meeting Speaker host = Lion Don A​
  • Guest Speaker: John Matthews discussed student needs & community involvement opportunities within TISD
• 1/12/2024: Friday Speaker host = Lion Doug M​
  • Planning session for 1/25/2024 Chili Supper
• 1/5/2024: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane P
  • Speaker - Courtney Hall, Thrall 4H with update about Costa Rica outreach project in June 2024

• 12/29/2023: No Meeting ** Happy New Year **
• 12/22/2023: No Meeting ** Merry Christmas **
• 12/15/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brenda C
  • Lions presented a Christmas gift to our server, Cassidy
  • Lions collected toys and money to deliver to Taylor FD Red Santa
  • Guest Speaker: Stacey Stork with host Brenda & President Tom. Stacey explained Griefshare & services available through the Taylor chapter.

      

• 12/12/2023: Taylor Lions Christmas Party, 6pm at SPJST Hall
• 12/08/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John T
  • Guest Speaker = New TISD Superintendent Jennifer Garcia-Edwardsen
    
• 12/01/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin T
  • Lion Griffin presented an assortment of Club member favorite vacation photos and trips.
    
• 11/24/2023: Happy Thanksgiving
• 11/17/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Greg T
  • Special Guest: Loretta Masters, with Shepherd's Heart received a $2,000 donation from the Taylor Lions Foundation.
  • Speaker: Outreach Director Michael Carson, the Freedom Fighter Foundation, mentoring veterans and first responders through relational, physical, mental and spiritual dysfunction. (With Lions Tom and Griffin)

  

• Lions Brenda C and Deborah P manned a Lions Club booth at the 11/16/2023 Music-in-the-Park event in downtown Taylor. They sold Chili Supper tickets, recruited members and advertised our sponsors.

• 11/10/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Erwin S
  • Speaker: Constable Paul Leal with update on Pct4 duties, issues & success stories.
    
• 11/07/2023: Tuesday evening ** Pancake Supper **

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• 11/03/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane
  • Speaker: PDG Gayle C conducted member orientation & training
• 10/27/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug M
  • Speakers: Andrea & Frank, visitors from Holland
    
• 10/20/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Deborah P
  • Speaker: Precinct Judge Rhonda Redden

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• 10/13/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brad M
  • Speaker: Megan Moss, art teacher at TISD, explained how a TEEF technology grant has allowed parents and grandparents to become more involved in their K & PK student's art education.
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• 10/06/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane P
  • Speaker: PDG Shirley Dillman provided an update on the Lions Club International Foundation (LCIF) and the Round Rock Noon Lions' Golf Tournament on November 18. Join them to play, work or visit on 11/18!
• 10/03/2023: Tuesday, Vision Screening at Coupland ISD
  • Served 57 K & PK children with screening + one adult
• 9/29/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brenda C
  • Speaker: Laurie with Reset Mentoring at the Wilco Juvenile Justice Center. She explained the services offered and wants to expand to Taylor (at the request of Rhonda Redden), but needs a location and staff. Volunteers are needed. Contact Brenda or Rhonda for Laurie's contact information.
• 9/22/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Candice K
  • Speaker: Ian Davis with Taylor Parks & Recreation provided an update on Taylor parks capital improvement projects. These include splash pad improvements, playscapes, track resurface, pickle ball courts & parking lots. He also explained current public programs in the parks. The city is looking for grants or donations to keep these things going.
• 9/15/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith H / Lion Shane P
  • Speaker: Coach Earven Flowers, TISD AD & Football coach, provided an update on the various programs at THS. VB is ranked #4 in state. FB has skills and a chance to do well. He welcomed us to contact him about volunteer activities for Silver Cord high school students.

• 9/8/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Glen F
  • Speaker: Rick Cobia, Coach for St. Mary's Rams discussed differences between huge ISD sports and private schools.
  • Special guest, Lindsie Almquist from Craftsman Center, accepted a donation from Taylor Lions. Other teachers & students joined her! Proud to help.

  

• 9/1/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brenda C
  • Photos and follow-up on last Saturday's Golf Tournament & results.
• 8/26/2023: Saturday Annual Lions Golf Tournament at Mustang Creek Golf Course
  • Max teams & players! Great event. Very hot.

• 8/25/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle C
  • Golf Tourney logistics planning - Lion Brenda C
• 8/18/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Don A
  • Guest Speaker: Ginger Krueger with Laundry Love of Taylor (for those in need)
• 8/11/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Deborah P
  • Guest Speaker: Anna Ashton on Coming to America; Explained her childhood escape from Soviet Czechoslovakia and move to USA.

• 8/9/2023: Wednesday Lions Board Meeting, noon
• 8/4/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brenda C
  • Guest Speaker: Dr. Lindsey Almquist explained Plumbing Trades Pre-Apprentiship & Craftsman College in the Taylor area.
    
• 7/28/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John T
• 7/21/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Greg T
  • Speaker: Jan Harris, Taylor Main Street Project
• 7/14/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin T
  • Speaker: District Gov. Steven Fuchs inducts new member Jesse P and spoke about current goals: Changing the World and Pouncing on Opportunities. 
    
• 7/12/2023: Taylor Lions Board of Directors meet at noon
• 7/7/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Cathy W
  • Speaker: Eric Mejia, Wilco Director for Jail-to-Jobs. Spoke about programs & opportunities across the Travis / Williamson Co areas.

Pictured: Lions President Tom S, Eric Mejia and host Lion Cathy W

• 6/30/2023: Club members visit Texas Lions Camp with donations
  • Taylor Lions Foundation Pres. Shane & PDG Gayle delivered $2,000 gift plus $500 in honor of DG Stephen Fuchs to the Texas Lions Camp

• 6/30/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brenda C
  • Speaker: Tim Mikeska on the History of Mustang Creek Golf Course
• 6/27/2023: Taylor Lions Officer Installation for FY 2022-2023 

• 6/23/2023: Friday Speaker Host 
  • Speaker Lion Shane - Discussed most urgent needs in our community
• 6/16/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin T
  • Speaker: Lion Griffin - your favorite vacations
• 6/15/2023: Thursday Basketball in the Park, Lions served a free meal to about 130 youth.
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• 6/13/2023: Tuesday Basketball in the Park, Lions served free drinks and snacks to about 100 local youth at Robinson Park.

• 6/9/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John T
  • Program: TPD Sgt. Mike Culp, in charge of criminal investigations. He explained the difference between TV CSI & real life. Thanks!
• 6/6/2023: Tuesday Zone Officer Training at Sirloin Stockade = Lion Steven F
• 6/2/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brad M
  • Program: Extended tail twisting + planning for August Golf Tourney
• 5/26/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug M
  • Program: Critter Crusaders / Taylor Animal Shelter

• 5/19/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brenda C
  • Program: Larry 'Hat' Cmerek & Brenda explained the Pickel Ball sensation across the US and in Taylor!

• 5/12/2023: Friday Speaker Host = No program available
  • Discussed several business items.
  • Taylor Lions Awards & Installation is tentatively scheduled for Tues, June 27 at Circleville Store; more information coming.
• 5/7/2023: Sunday Lions Afternoon Picnic at Bull Branch Park, 2p-6p = Lions Brenda & Tom
• 5/10/2023: Wednesday noon Lions Board Meeting, Lucky Duck
• 5/9/2023: Tuesday evening, Lions Scholarships awarded at TISD assembly
  • Awarded two $2,000 scholarships to TISD graduating seniors!
• 5/5/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Steven K
  • Program: Holly Brocato, DC from Kunisch Wellness Center spoke about becoming a super ager - healthy and active into 80's and 90's. 
• 4/29/2023: Saturday: Lions hosted Pet Adoption Day with the Taylor Animal Shelter.
  • Below is Lion President Shane with a wishful pet.

• 4/28/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith H
  • Lion Brenda Cox provided an update on the activities at the 4/22/23 District Convention in Bastrop and the objectives of the upcoming District Governor Steven Fuchs.
• 4/21/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Glen F

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• Program: Wendy Prindle spoke about CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and their objective to provide a consistent voice to provide the best possible service to children within state care.

• 4/14/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle
  • Business meeting included election of 2023-2024 officers as of 7/1/2023. Then Lion Brenda reviewed several proposed designs for Taylor Lions Club logos for advertising, shirt embroidery, and vest embroidery. She collected member inputs and committed to return soon with those changes.
• 4/12/2023: Wednesday Lions Board Meeting
• 4/7/2023: Friday Speaker Host = NO MEETING (Good Friday)
• 3/31/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane
  • Program: 2023-2024 Officer candidates + TISD Scholarships
• 3/25/2023: Saturday -- White Cane Days in front of Walmart
• 3/24/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane P

• Guest Speakers: Lion Theresa & Marcus Reese explained the new "Break the Silence" organization in Taylor / Wilco to raise awareness of the sexual abuse of children and give victims a safe way to speak out. 

• 3/17/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John T
  • The planned guest did not arrive. Shane led discussion of upcoming projects, events and opportunities.
• 3/10/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Tom S
  • Guest Speakers: From Scouting were Martin, Matt and Arianna. They explained Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Explorer Scouts. Explorers could be a match with our Leos program to explore job opportunities.
• 3/8/2023: Wednesday Lions Board Meeting, Lucky Duck
• 3/3/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Greg T
  • Guest Speaker: Lion PDG Shirley Dillman presented three Melvin Jones Awards. Recipients were Lion John T, Lion Griffin T & Lion Deborah P.
• 2/24/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin T
  • Guest Speaker: Dwayne Ariola, City Councilman with update on city limb clean-up, streets, Samsung, etc. 

L-R: VP Tom S, Dwayne Ariola & host Griffin T

• 2/17/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Brenda C
  • Guest Speaker: Tim Mikeska update on Taylor Heart Saver
    
• 2/10/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Brad M
  • Guest Speaker: Mike Moss, President of Lubbock Lions Club with update on how they serve over 16,000 pancake meals in a one day festival.
• 2/8/2023: Lions Board Meeting at Lucky Duck
• 2/3/2023: Friday Meeting Cancelled: Ice & Power Outage
• 1/27/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Deborah P
  • Wrap-up & lessons learned from 1/26/2023 Lions Chili Supper
  • Past District Governor Gayle Collins presented the Club Excellence Award to VP Tom Schneider on behalf of the Taylor Club.

• 1/26/2023: Annual Chili Supper at SPJST
• 1/20/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Irene S
  • Lion Tom explained final plans for 1/26/23 Lions Chili Supper. This is our biggest annual event. All hands on deck!
• 1/19/2023: Chili Supper Planning, at SPJST Hall
• 1/13/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Chey D
  • Chey updated the Club about the local Avery-Pickett VFD and explained the pending May-2023 ballot proposal to for Wilco ESD#10 to annex A-P VFD.
• 1/11/2023: Lions Board Meeting at Lucky Duck
• 1/6/2023: Friday Speaker Host = Doug M 
  • Guest speakers: Frank & Andrea from the Netherlands about agriculture and environmental issues in Europe.
• 12/23/2022 & 12/30/2022: No meetings. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
• 12/16/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Steven K
   
  • Jessie Pospisil presented a $300 check from SPJST toward Leader Dogs
  • Lions presented a Christmas card and funds donated from members to our Sirloin Stockade waitress, Cassidy.
  • Lion Steven hosted "Cash Bingo" with winners paid from his own funds! Most winnings were donated back to the tailtwister funds. Thanks to Steven and the winners!
• 12/9/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith H / Lion John T
  • Speaker: Lion PDG Gayle Collins from District 2S3 explained how the Lions Clubs International Foundation supports global emergencies, and how our club supports LCIF.
• 12/2/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Glen F
  • Speaker: Kiwanian James Marek updated Lions on finacial results of joint Kiwanis/Lions pancake supper and suggestions for next year.
    
• 11/29/2022: Tuesday 5:00 pm Chili Supper Planning Meeting
  • Drygoods ordered. Tickets now available. Start selling!
• 11/25/2022: ****No Meeting**** Happy Thanksgiving!
• 11/18/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle C
  • Speaker: Lion Gayle led discussion about training for officer roles and club organization.
• 11/15/2022: Tuesday 5:00 pm Chili Supper Planning Meeting
  • Tickets for 1/26/2023 event available for pick-up by 11/22/22 at Moss True Value (ask Brad) or Citizens National Bank (ask Deborah or Candice).
• 11/9/2022: Wednesday noon Board of Directors' Mtg at Lucky Duck11/11/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John T
  • New member induction - Devin Padivil
  • Update on Pancake Supper & results
• 11/8/2022: Tuesday Event = Assist Kiwanis with their Pancake Supper
• 11/4/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane S
  • Speaker: Katie von Rosenberg, Gov't Relations with Samsung provided update on 6M sf Taylor Samsung wafer foundry facility.
    
• 10/28/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Erwin S
  • Guest Speaker: Jeff Snyder with Jeff's Resurrections (automotive), updated lions about the free Taylor Car Show tomorrow, and all the world-class vehicles coming to the show.
• 10/21/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Dee T
  • Guest Speaker: Cameron Bradfute, TX Lions Director for Texas Lions Camp; Taylor Lions Foundation presented TLC with a $3,000 check.

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• 10/14/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Tom S
  • Guest Speaker: Richard Stone, Taylor Arts Board
• 10/12/2022: Wednesday noon Board of Directors' Mtg at Lucky Duck
• 10/7/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin T
  • Guest Speaker: Lions District Governor Brandon Mund
• 9/30/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Greg T
  • Speakers Cheryl Cornellius & Loretta Masters on Shepherd's Heart and the empty bowl fundraiser. Club president Shane Polach presented a Taylor Lions Foundation donation to Loretta & Cheryl.

• 9/23/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brenda C
  • Club planning for pancake supper on 11/8/2022
• 9/20/2022: Golf Tourney wrap-up meeting 5pm at B&M Tractor Parts
• 9/16/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion (and Volunteer Fire Fighter) Chey F
  • Speakers: Chief John Shelton & Asst Gabriel Domingues from Avery Pickett Volunteer Fire Department

• 9/14/2022: Wednesday noon Board of Directors' Mtg at Lucky Duck
• 9/9/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Cathy W
  • Speaker: Glenn Scruggs, Jr., CEO/Executive Director of Giocosa, Foster Care and Adoption Services of Round Rock / Centex
• 9/2/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug M
  • Speaker: Danny Matthews, jack of all trades & good friend of Doug's, spoke about lessons & experiences learned from a great life.
• 8/27/2022: Saturday Event = Taylor Lions Golf Tourney, Mustang Creek Golf Course
  • Project leaders: Tom S, Mark T & Griffin T
  • Hosted 17 teams, largest event ever.
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• 8/26/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Candace
  • Speaker: Karen Schobel explained Tower Gardens for healthy diets
• 8/20/2022: Saturday Event = BBQ Cook-Off at Murphy Park
  • Contacts were Erwin S, Brenda C & Greg T
• 8/19/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brad
  • Speaker: John Matthews, TISD Student Service Coordinator
• 8/12/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Deborah
  • Speaker: Lion Gary Fuchs, District 2S3 Kidsight training 
• 8/10/2022: Wednesday noon Board of Directors' Mtg
• 8/5/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Candice
  • Speaker: Mark Thompson on how to navigate investments in a tubulent market
• 7/29/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Eric
  • Speaker: Jason Heriford, martial arts instructor, spoke about personal & facilities security and about Mass Shooter Events.
• 7/26/2022: Tues 5pm Golf Tourney Planning Meeting at B&M Tractor
• 7/25/2022: Kidsight SPOT Vision Screening at Taylor (Harris-Ross & THJ) Head Start
• 7/22/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Steven
  • Speaker: TISD Superintendent Devin Padavil on potential bonds
• 7/19/2022: Tuesday Evening Annual Lions Banquet = Lion Deborah
• 7/15/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith
  • Speaker: Lion Gayle provided updates on status of Texas Lions Camp
• 7/13/2022: Wednesday noon Board of Directors' Mtg at Lucky Duck
• 7/12/2022: Tues 5pm Golf Tourney Planning Meeting at B&M Tractor
• 7/8/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Glenn
  • Speaker: Kelly Clarke with Down Home Ranch
• 7/1/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle
  • Dedication of new 65" TV to Sirloin Stockade for their ongoing support
• 6/24/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brenda
  • Guest Speaker: Leslie Hill spoke about 'chocolate & vanilla' history in Taylor
• 6/17/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Don

• Guest Speaker: Taylor Police Chief Henry Fluck & Victim Services Coordinator Priscilla Moreno. Lion Don gave Ms Moreno $200 from the Taylor Lions Club.
• 6/10/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John

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• Program: Induction of 5 new Club members: Lions Brenda, Chey & Candice. We will induct new Lions Michael & Cathy at a future date. [Photo shows new Club members, Lions Chey, Brenda & Candice]

• 6/9/2022: Thursday at 7-9 pm = Hotdogs & refreshments for Basketball in the Park
• 6/8/2022: Wednesday noon Board of Directors' Mtg
• 6/7/2022: Tuesday at 7-9 pm = Drinks for Basketball in the Park
• 6/3/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin
  • Guest speaker: Lion Charles Johnson from San Marcos, the District 2S-3 "Alert Chair" with info about local 'Lions Disaster Relief Teams'
• 5/27/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Greg
  • Lion Greg Dews, District Chair for Leader Dogs and his K-9 friend gave a presentation on the status and training of Leader Dogs. 
  • The Taylor Club then presented him with a check for the Leader Dog program.
• 5/20/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Erwin S
  • Guest Speaker: Thomas Martinez - Memories of positive community service & impact by past Taylorites
• 5/17/2022: Tuesday Evening = TISD Scholorship Awards including 2 Lions scholarships to be announced by Superintendent Padivil.
• 5/13/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Tom
  • Program: Melanie Rathke with Taylor Animal Shelter and Sandy Perio with Texas Critter Crusaders. They explained upcoming shelter upgrades and accepted a $200 donation.
• 5/11/2022: Wednesday Noon = Board meeting
• 5/6/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Irene
  • Program: John Matthews, Coordinator of TISD Family Support Services.
• 4/30/2022: Saturday Pet Adoption 9-noon, Citizens National Bank
  • Set up Lions tent to show and assist with adoption of available pets from the City Animal Shelter.
• 4/29/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane
  • Program: Tia Rae Stone, CEO of Taylor Chamber, updated Lions on coming growth in Taylor.
• 4/22/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Deborah
  • ​Program: Michele Glaze (from Samsung Semiconductor) provided updates on the plans and progress for the $18B Taylor site and explained how they plan to connect with the community.
• 4/15/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brad
  • Program: Local resident, Gordon Hill, grandson of silent movie star Tom Mix, spoke about growing up around famous movie stars
• 4/13/2022: Wednesday Board Meeting, noon at Lucky Duck
• 4/8/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug
  • Program: Dwayne Ariola - City Council & expected Taylor growth
• 4/1/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Eric
  • Program: Tyler Bybee, Taylor Parks Director
• 3/25/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Don
  • Program: Nicole Vommero with Habitat for Humanity
  • Lions presented Habitat with a $1,000 donation
• 3/18/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Steven
  • Program: Erica & Gerald with Boys & Girls Club of Taylor
• 3/11/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Glenn
  • Program: CARTS
• 3/9/2022: Wednesday Board Meeting, noon at Lucky Duck
• 3/4/2022: Friday Speaker Hosts = Lions Shane, Deborah & Doug
  • Club charity auction on behalf of 2S-3 District Gov. Gayle Collins
  • District Governor directed proceeds toward Ukranian relief
• 2/25/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith
  • Program: Jennifer Hayhurst, Exec Dir at Seton Williamson Foundation
• 2/18/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Michael
  • Club speaker & event planning session
• 2/11/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John T
  • Speaker: Dr. Devin Padavil, TISD Superintendent
  • Taylor Lions announce a $4,000 match to Dr. Padavil's 2022 scholarship
• 2/9/2022: Wednesday, noon Board Meeting @ Lucky Duck
• 2/4/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Erwin S
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• 1/29/2022: District 2S3 Winter Convention in Hutto
• 1/28/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Tom S
  • Lessons learned from 1/27/22 chili supper
• 1/27/2022: Thursday - Chili Supper (To Go Only) at Taylor SPJST
• 1/21/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin - Final Chili Supper preparation
• 1/14/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Greg
  • Reviewed 2022 Lions sponsorship progress
• 1/12/2022: Wednesday, noon Board of Directors at Lucky Duck
• 1/11/2022: Tuesday, Chili Supper planning at B&M Tractor, 5:15pm
• 1/7/2022: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane
  • Speaker: Mayor Rydell updated us on the Samsung fabrication coming to Taylor
• 12/31/2021: Friday, New Years Eve = No Meeting
• 12/24/2021: Friday, Christmas Eve = No Meeting
• 12/18/2021: Saturday = Red Kettle Campaign, Walmart north door 9:00a-1:00p
• 12/17/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Deborah
  • Speaker: Alex & Katherine from Sweet Eats Farm, Circleville
• 12/10/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brad
  • Speaker: Tim Mikeska, licensed drone operations
• 12/8/2021: Wednesday Noon = Board Meeting, Lucky Duck
• 12/3/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug
  • Speaker: Daniel Philhower, owner of Granite Media Partners
• 11/26/2021: Friday, Thanksgiving weekend = No Meeting
• 11/20/2021: Saturday, Turkey distribution at Shepherd's Heart, 8:00-10:30am
• 11/19/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Steven
  • Speaker: Racael Westerman, TISD 'Taylor Aides'
• 11/18/2021: Thursday, Turkey distribution at Shepherd's Heart, 11:30-3:00
• 11/16/2021: Tuesday, Chili Supper & Sponsorship Planning, 5:15 at B&M Tractor
• 11/16/2021: Tuesday, Turkey distribution at Shepherd's Heart, 11:30-3:00
• 11/12/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith
  • Program: Loretta McMaster provided a Shepherd's Heart update and received a $2K donation for Thanksgiving Turkeys from the Taylor Lions Foundation
• 11/10/2021: Wednesday Noon = Board Meeting, Lucky Duck
• 11/5/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Glen
  • Speakers: Dori Yader & LT Williams with Opportunies for Williamson & Burnett Counties. (Head Start, Meals on Wheels & Sr Citizens Center)
• 11/2/2021: Tuesday, Chili Supper & Sponsorship Planning, 5:15 at B&M Tractor
• 10/29/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle
  • Speaker: Gayle Collins, Lions District Governor
  • Induction of new members
• 10/22/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Don
  • Program: Taylor Lions Sponsorship Process for 2022
• 10/16/2021: Saturday 8am = Lions District 2-S3 Meeting, Lockhart
• 10/15/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John & Lion Dee
  • Speaker: Avery Travis, KXAN News Investigator
• 10/13/2021: Wednesday Noon = Board Meeting, Lucky Duck
• 10/8/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin
  • Speaker: Carol Guthrie, TISD Career Preparation Coordinator 
• 10/1/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Greg 
  • Speaker: Dede Griffith, VP of Workforce Development, Temple College
• 9/24/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Erwin
  • Program: Club updates & upcoming events
• 9/17/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lions Royal & Theresa
  • Speaker: Eric Landrum with Top Hat discussed fire safety & indoor air quality
• 9/11/2021: Saturday, Taylor Business Expo @ Expo Center, 8:30am - 2:00 pm
  • KidSight SPOT Vision Screening & Lions Membership recruitment
• 9/10/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Deborah
  • Melonie Shaw, Taylor Public Arts Advisory Board, painted manholes
• 9/8/2021: Wednesday Noon = Board Meeting, Lucky Duck
• 9/3/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug
  • Lessons learned - 2021 Taylor Lions Golf Tourney
• 8/28/2021: Saturday, Taylor Lions Golf Tournament @ Mustang Creek Golf Course
• 8/27/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane P
  • Final plans for 8/28/2021 Lions Golf Tournament
• 8/20/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brad M
  • Speaker: Mitch Drumman, Boys & Girls Club
• 8/18/2021: Wednesday noon Board of Directors @ Lucky Duck
• 8/14/2021: Sat., Lions Kidsight at Taylor 5K Run, 7:15am - 11:00 am
• 8/13/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug
  • Speaker: Lion Griffin - KidSight Program
• 8/6/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lions Bingo
• 7/31/2021: Lions KidSight Custodian Meeting, Buda, 10:30 - noon
• 7/30/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John T
  • Speaker: Constable (Pct 4) Sgt. Ryan Lloyd
• 7/27/2021: Tuesday - Taylor Head Start SPOT Vision Screening, 8am - 4:30 pm
• 7/24/2021: Lions District Meeting, Pflugerville, 8:00 am - Noon
• 7/23/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane
  • Speaker: Gerald Anderson, Head of Bill Pickett Foundation
• 7/20/2021: Tuesday - Bartlett Head Start SPOT Vision Screening, 8am - noon
• 7/16/2021:  Friday Speaker Host = Lion Erwin
  • Speaker: John McDonald updated Lions on the Michell Peeps 5K Run
• 7/14/2021: Wednesday, Board of Directors Meeting, noon @ Lucky Duck
• 7/13/2021: Tuesday Installation Banquet at Holiday Inn Express, 6pm
  • Installed Club officers for the FY2021/2022
• 7/12/2021: Monday Planning Mtg for Golf Tourney, 5:30pm @ B&M Tractor
• 7/10/2021: Saturday - Welcome to Taylor Event, 2nd & Main in Taylor
  • Membership event for all service clubs; Lions in front of (or inside) Frills.
• 7/9/2021:  Friday - Discussions & updates on upcoming events & helpers needed
• 7/2/2021: No Friday Meeting. Happy Independence Day!
• 6/29/2021: Tuesday, 8am, Welcome Lion Gayle as Governor of District 2S-3
• 6/25/2021 Friday Speaker Host = Lion Steven K
  • Speaker: Jan Harris, Taylor Main Street Project Manager
• 6/24/2021: Thursday – Midnight Basketball, meal at Robinson Park
  • Provided kids with free meal (hot dogs, drinks and snacks)
• 6/22/2021: Tuesday – Midnight Basketball, refreshments at Robinson Park
  • Provided kids with refreshements
• 6/18/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle C & Lion Irene S
  • Program: History of Taylor Lions
• 6/16/2021: Wednesday, Board of Directors Meeting, noon @ Lucky Duck
• 6/11/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith H
  • Speakers were Edwin Stojanik & John Carter, Taylor Rodeo Assn.
• 6/4/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug M
  • Speaker was Kimberly Goode, Executive Director at Literacy Council WILCO explained services offered and ways that Lions might help.
• 5/28/2021: Friday Speaker Host = ???
  • Lions Bingo
• 5/21/2021: Speaker Host = Lion Deborah P
  • Special Board Meeting approved membership for Sarah M.
  • Speakers were Heidi Altman & Kevin Stewart, Principal & Headmaster at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Taylor.
• 5/14/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin Teggeman
  • District Governor Gary Fuchs talked about challenges and successes for clubs during the COVID year. He urged members to publicize Lions and seek new members.
• 5/12/2021: Wednesday Board of Directors Meeting at Lucky Duck
• 5/7/2021: Friday Speaker Host: Lion Herb B
  • Speaker had to cancel; Lion Doug spoke about memories of past club events
• 5/1/2021: Saturday, Taylor Volunteer Fair 2-4pm on lawn at Old Taylor High
  • Cancelled due to severe storm
• 5/1/2021: Lions host 2S-3 District Convention in Taylor
• 4/30/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane P
  • Speaker: Tom Yantis, City of Taylor
• 4/23/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Greg T
  • Speaker: Brandon Houston – TISD Athletic Director & Head Football Coach
• 4/16/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Don A
  • Rick Naylor, Founder and Executive Director of PACT - Partners Against Child Trafficking
• 4/9/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Erwin S
  • Speaker did not show. Held election of officers for FY2021-2022
• 4/2/2021: No Meeting – Good Friday – Happy Easter
• 3/26/2021: Friday Noon, business meeting
  • Nomination of officers for FY2021-2021 for 4/9/21 elections
• 3/19/2021: Friday Noon, No speaker
  • Business meeting / board meeting
• 3/12/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John T
  • Speaker = Lion Mark T discussed plans for the upcoming Taylor Lions Golf Tourney in August 2021
• 3/5/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Steven K
  • Speaker = Moppy Miller, CEO of Taylor Ed. Enrichment Foundation
• 2/26/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle C
  • Speaker = Dr. Devin Padavil, new Taylor ISD Superintendent
• 2/19/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith H
  • No meeting; Ice apocolypse 2021; Sirloin Stockade closed
• 2/12/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug M
  • Lion Doug provided an update on our 72nd Annual Chili Supper
• 2/10/2021: Wednesday Board Meeting, noon @ Lucky Duck
• 2/5/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Deborah P
  • Guest Speaker = Tia Stone, speaking on Covid testing & the upcoming Rotary celebration.
• 1/29/2021: No Meeting – Post Chili Supper Recovery
• 1/28/2021: Annual Chili Supper @ Taylor SPJST Hall
  • Set-up at 8am, Cooking at 9am; Serving from 5pm - 7pm; to go only
• 1/22/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brad M 
  • Speaker: Nicole Vommaro, Director at Wilco Habitat for Humanities
  • Awarded Habitat for Humanities with a $1,000 donation from Taylor Lions Foundation.
• 1/15/2021: Friday Noon Meeting
  • Final Chili Supper Planning (for 1/28/01)
  • Short Board of Directors Meeting (no quorum on 1/13/2021)
• 1/8/2021: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane P
  • Guest Speaker was Larry Foos – City of Taylor Parks & Recreation Director
• 1/1/2021: No Meeting – Happy New Year’s Day
• 1/12/2021: Lions Chili Supper & Sponsorship Meeting, 5:30p @ B&M Tractor Parts
• 12/25/2020: No Meeting – Merry Christmas
• 12/18/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Don A
  • Guest Speaker ran into conflicts on shortly before the meeting; Lion Don shared local news & updates, plus information about the history of Christmas celebrations
• 12/11/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Irene S
  • Lions Chili Supper Preparations for 1/28/2021
• 12/4/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Erwin S
  • Guest Speaker, Jesse Ancira, 'How to turn an idea into a business' based upon experiences with Ancira Salsas LLC
• 11/27/2020: No Meeting – Happy Thanksgiving
• 11/20/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Dee T
  • Guest Speaker, Royal Pore, Owner of Top Hat Chimney Sweeps
• 11/13/2020 Friday Speaker Host = Lion Mark T
  • Guest Speaker, Robert Little, TISD Athletic Director
• 11/11/2020: Wednesday Noon Board Meeting at Lucky Duck
• 11/10/2020: Tuesday evening Lions Chili Supper & Sponsorship Meeting
• 11/6/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John T
  • Guest Speaker (no show, so we played Lions Bingo)
• 10/30/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Steven K
  • Guest Speaker, Jesse Ancira provided updates on the upcoming 2021 Texas Legislative Session.
• 10/23/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle
  • Guest Speaker, Lion Griffin, Sponsorship recruitment materials & training
• 10/16/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith H
  • Guest Speaker, Richard Stone, Taylor Arts Council
• 10/14/2020: Wednesday Noon Board Meeting at Lucky Duck
• 10/13/2020: Tuesday Chili Supper planning meeting at B&M Tractor, 5:30pm
• 10/9/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug M / Don A
  • Guest speaker was Lion Connie Zschoche of the Lago Vista Club and District Chair for Texas Lions Camp.
• 10/2/2020: Friday Speaker Host: Lion Deborah P
  • Guest speaker: Elaine Hall, Marketing Manager for Kalahari Resort in Round Rock
• 9/25/2020: Friday Speaker Host: Lion Brad M
  • Guest speaker: Lions District Governor, Gary Fuchs on his required annual visit. Key topics were 'remaining active' and 'membership'.
• 9/18/2020: Friday Speaker Host: Lion Griffin T
  • Guest speaker: Tia Rae Stone, President of Taylor Chamber of Commerce
• 9/11/2020: Friday Speaker Host: Lion Don A
  • Guest Speaker:  Club President, Lion Don hosted a discussion of upcoming fundraisers for Taylor Lions & assigned event chairpersons
• 9/9/2020: Wednesday Board Meeting at Lucky Duck.
• 9/4/2020: Friday Speaker Host: Lion Greg
  • Guest Speaker: Keith Brown TISD Superintendent with guests Rodney Fausett, Deputy Superintendent and George Wiley, Chief Academic Officer
• 8/29/2021: Saturday Lions Golf Tournament at Mustang Creek Golf Course
• 8/28/2020: Friday Noon Meeting at Sirloin Stockade: Host Greg T
  • Guest Speaker: Mark Thomas, President/CEO fo TEDC
• 8/21/2020: Friday Speaker: Lion Mark T
  • Final planning for 8/29/2021 Lions Golf Tournament
• 8/14/2020: Friday Noon Meeting at Sirloin Stockade: Host Lion Greg T
  • Guest Speakers: TISD Athletic Director Robert Little and Lisa Little
• 8/11/2020: Tuesday - Annual Installation Banquet 6 - 9 pm
  • Service awards and installation of new officers by DG Gary Fuchs.
• 8/07/2020: Friday Board Meeting via Zoom
  • Decision to resume weekly Friday Noon meetings at Sirloin
• 7/24/2020: Friday Business meeting via Zoom
  • Golf Tournament discussion & planning for 8/29/2020
• 7/17/2020: Friday Board Meeting via Zoom (everybody invited)
  • Confirmed revised installation date of 8/11/2020 & back to Zoom until then.
• 7/10/2020: Friday Speaker Host: Lion Gayle C
  • Guest Speaker: Vice-District Governor Gayle provided an update on State Lions Convention and status of various Lions charities
• 7/3/2020: No Friday meeting. Happy Independence Day!

 

FY2019-2020 Programs:

• 6/26/2020: Friday Speaker Host: Lion Brad M
  • Guest Speaker: Doug Moss, downtown Taylor revitalization
• 6/19/2020: Friday Speaker Host: Lion Greg T
  • Guest Speaker: Matt Hooks, sports editor for Taylor Press
• 6/12/2020: Friday speaker host: Lion Griffin T
  • Program = Commander Joseph Branson of Taylor PD
• 6/10/2020: Wednesday Board Meeting @ Griffin's house
  • Voted to resume weekly meetings at Sirloin Stockade
• 6/5/2020: Friday speaker host: Lion Griffin T
  • Program: Loretta Masters of Shepherd's Heart 
  • First Friday Auction proceeds donated to Shepherd's Heart
• 5/29/2020: No Friday meeting - Happy Memorial Day!
• 5/22/2020: No Friday meeting 
• 5/15/2020: Friday speaker host: Lion Shane
  • Program = Lion Herb on COVID19 meat scare - real or hype?
• 5/8/2020: Friday Board Meeting -- via Zoom. 
  • Authorized donations to Shepherd's Heart, Tx Lions Childrens Camp, Leader Dogs & Lions Eye Bank.
• 5/1/2020: Friday  -- via GoToMeeting. 
  • Program = Roundtable on critical community needs & how to address
• 4/24/2020: No Friday meeting 
• 4/17/2020: Friday -- via GoToMeeting. 
  • Griffin led discussion about future fundraisers and current FY donations.
  • Online meetings changed to 1st & 3rd Fridays
• 4/10/2020: Friday – No scheduled Club Meeting, Good Friday & Happy Easter
• 4/8/2020: Wednesday Board Meeting -- via GoToMeeting. 
• 4/3/2020: Friday -- Noon meeting via GoToMeeting.
  • Program = Election of officer for 2020-2021 fiscal year
• 3/20/2020: Friday – No Club Meeting, venues closed to meetings due to coronavirus
• 3/27/2020: Friday – No Club Meeting, venues closed to meetings due to coronavirus
• 3/17/2020: Tuesday, Impromptu Board Meeting (Corona Virus Actions)
• 3/13/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin
  • Guest speaker = Courtney Farris from Down Home Ranch
• 3/11/2020: Wednesday Board Meeting, noon @ Lucky Duck
• 3/6/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Irene S
  • Guest speaker = Lion Gayle on behalf of District 2-S3 updates
• 2/28/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane P
  • Spoke about Williamson County 4H Shooting Sports Club
• 2/21/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Deborah P
  • Guest speaker = Elaine Hall, Marketing Manager for Kalahari
• 2/14/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Valerie C
  • Guest speaker = Kim Clifton, EWCC Adaptive PE Teacher
• 2/12/2020: Wednesday Board Meeting, noon @ Lucky Duck
• 2/7/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug M
  • Doug spoke = need for personal relationships to drive club membership
• 1/31/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brad M
  • Guest speaker = Joe Cuseo, Valero Area & Plant Manager
• 1/25/2020: Saturday Midwinter Conference in Taylor = Lion Gayle C
  • Co-host with Cameron Lions
• 1/24/2020: Friday = NO NOON MEETING; Set-up for District 2S3 Conf @ 5pm
• 1/23/2020: Thursday Chili Supper = Lion Herb B
• 1/17/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Steven K
  • Guest speaker = Jim McNabb, Art Office Signs
• 1/10/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith H
  • Guest speaker = Dwayne Ariola, Taylor City Council
• 1/8/2020: Wednesday Board Meeting, CANCELLED 
• 1/3/2020: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle C
  • Guest speaker = Jan Harris, Taylor Main Street Program
• 12/27/2019: Friday – NO MEETING. Merry Christmas!
• 12/20/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle C
  • Guest speaker = Club member Christmas memories
• 12/13/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Don A
  • Guest speaker = Sheriff Robert Chody
• 12/11/2019: Wednesday Board Meeting, noon @ Lucky Duck
• 12/7/2019: Saturday, 6pm Lighted Parade = Lion Greg T
• 12/6/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion John T
  • Guest speaker = Ken Kruse, a Frank Sinatra vocal impersonator
• 11/29/2019: Friday - NO MEETING. Happy Thanksgiving!
• 11/22/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin T
  • Guest speaker = Thanksgiving Trivia contest
• 11/15/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin T
  • Guest speaker = Lion John Estepp, Wimberly Youth Camp & Exchange (YCE)
• 11/13/2019: Wednesday Board Meeting
• 11/8/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin T
  • Guest speaker = Missan Eido, Firestorm emergency preparedness
• 11/1/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Greg T
  • Guest speaker = Tia Stone, Taylor Chamber of Commerce
• 10/25/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Leland S
  • Guest Speaker = Debbie Jackson, TISD & President of ‘Say Cheese’
• 10/18/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin T
  • Club planning meeting & brief Board Meeting for critical votes
  • Ray Gonzales & Jessie Pospisil (Gonzales Horseshoe Tourney)
  • Valerie Conner & Robert Stevens (SPOT)
• 10/11/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Erwin S
  • Guest speaker = Colin Harrison, Asst Dir, Taylor Development Services
• 10/9/2019: Wednesday Lions Board Meeting
  • No Quorum; reschedule for Friday, 10/18.
• 10/4/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Bobby S
  • Guest speaker = Brent Rydell, City Mayor & VP of Heritage Soc = Ghosts
• 9/27/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Irene S
  • Guest Speaker = A Gonzales Foundation representatives - Raul & JJ
• 9/20/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Griffin T
  • Personal program: World Travels for Global Relationships
• 9/18/2019: Wednesday Lions Board Meeting
• 9/13/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Don A
  • Guest speaker = Nicole Vommera, Wilco Habitat for Humanities
• 9/06/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Shane P
  • Guest speaker = Lions District 2-S3 Governor Larkin Smith
• 8/30/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Deborah P
  • Labor Day weekend program: Bingo
• 8/23/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Brad M
  • Guest speaker = James Bartosh and Chris Berger with Boys and Girls Club
• 8/16/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Dee T
  • Guest speaker = Deanna Degrass & her guide dog on behalf of ‘Come Walk in My Shoes’ and the V.I.P. Support Group (for the blind) of Temple.
• 8/14/2019: Wednesday Board meeting at noon at Lucky Duck
• 8/09/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Doug M
  • Guest speaker = Mark Thomas, TEDC
  • Special guest introduction / thank you = Lillie Ferris (TLC camper)
• 8/02/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Steven K
  • No speaker due to temporary closure of Sirloin Stockade until 11:55
  • Impromptu program by Lion Don & Lion Doug
• 7/26/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Keith H
  • Guest speaker = daughter Cameron, explorations in Thailand
• 7/19/2019: Friday Board meeting
• 7/12/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Gayle C
  • Guest speaker = Brian LeBorde, Taylor City Manager
• 7/5/2019: No meeting. Happy 4^th!

FY2018-2019 Programs:

• 6/28/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Kevin C
  • Guest speaker = did not show
• 6/21/2019: Friday Board Meeting
• 6/14/2019: Friday Speaker Host = Lion Paul S
  • Guest speaker = Judge Wisser