Sherman Noon Lion’s Club

10/02/2025

06/20/2024

Lion President Jennifer Rowe called the Sherman Noon Lions meeting to order Wednesday. Lion Jeff Austin led the opening prayer. Lion Gary Park led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by Words of Wisdom. The weekly raffle drawing was won by Lion Marty Richardson. Since she did not draw the Ace of Spades, she wins “absolutely nothing”. Lion President Rowe announce that the Annual Installation Banquet will be on July 26 and circulated a sign-up sheet. Summer Junior, Development and Outreach Coordinator of the Grayson County Children's Advocacy Center was introduced by Lion Delaney Garza. The Advocacy Center provides a multidisciplinary collaboration of services for the purpose of prevention, intervention, investigation, prosecution and treatment of child abuse. She shared a story of a nine-year-old victim of abuse and explained how their case coordination of the different services to help the victim and the non-offending family or caregiver. Prevention education is available at no cost for all of the Grayson County school districts. They also teach adult classes on how to recognize, respond to and report abuse. On September 14th, they will host their annual Storybook Gala to help support their mission. For more information, see their website at cacgc.org. Suspected child abuse can be reported at 1 800 252-5400. After answering questions, Lion President Rowe thanked Summer Junior for the program. Pictured are Lion Delaney Garza, Summer Junior and Lion President, Jennifer Rowe. Lions Club International is the largest service organization in the world with over 1.4 million members and in over 200 countries. Since 1917, Lions have improved the health and well-being, strengthened communities and supported those in need. The Sherman Noon Lions was chartered in 1928. Our motto is “We Serve".

05/29/2024

Lion President Jennifer Rowe called the Sherman Noon Lions meeting to order Wednesday. Lion Jeff Austin led the opening prayer. Lion Gary Park led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by Words of Wisdom. The weekly 50/50 drawing was won by Lion Barbara Sloan. Since she did not draw the Ace of Spades, she wins “absolutely nothing”. Lion President Rowe announce that the Annual Installation Banquet will be on June 28th. She also updated us on the upcoming Golf Tournament on June 8th and the duties needed. Lion David Stone was introduced by President Rowe. His program today is about Memorial Day. He told the group that many people don’t know the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Veterans Day honors all of the living men and women who have served our country in military service. Memorial Day is a day on which those who died in active military service are remembered. The origin of Memorial Day is interesting. Although Abraham Lincoln had asked Robert E. Lee to serve as the General to lead the Union, he declined choosing to support the Confederate agendas. Lee was a highly revered southern gentleman. After the Civil War ended, May 30th was proclaimed as Decoration Day by Commander in Chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, John A Logan for those who died in the Civil War. The Civil War, which ended in 1865, claimed more lives in US history than any conflict. Interestingly, many died from disease rather than battle. National cemeteries were established. In the late 1860’s, Americans in various towns began holding springtime tributes to these countless fallen soldiers. They decorated their graves with flowers and recited prayers. On the first Decoration Day, 5000 participants decorated the graves, both Union and Confederate, at Arlington National Cemetery. Eventually, the name of Decoration Day was changed to Memorial Day to remember the fallen soldiers from all wars. The date of Memorial Day was changed by Congress to the last Monday in May to provide a three-day weekend. After answering questions, Lion President Rowe thanked Lion Stone for the program. Pictured are Lion David Stone and Lion President, Jennifer Rowe. Lions Club International is the largest service organization in the world with over 1.4 million members and in over 200 countries. Since 1917, Lions have improved the health and well-being, strengthened communities and supported those in need. The Sherman Noon Lions was chartered in 1928. Our motto is “We Serve”.

05/15/2024

Lion President Jennifer Rowe called the Sherman Noon Lions meeting to order Wednesday. Lion Kent Newtown led the opening prayer. Lion Gary Park led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by Words of Wisdom. The weekly 50/50 drawing was won by Lion President, Jennifer Rowe. She did not draw the Ace of Spades, so she wins “absolutely nothing”! Lion David Stone introduced the speaker, Lion Marty Richardson. Lion Richardson is on the Board of Directors for the Julien C. Hyer International Youth Camp for Lions District 2 E2. She has also served as the Camp Nurse for the campers while at Lake Texoma for several years. She explained to the group that the camp is named in honor of Lion Judge Julien C Hyer. He was a Lions Club International President, an attorney, husband, father, theologian, soldier, judge and writer. During his time as Judge Advocate during WWII, he participated in the prosecution of war criminals during the Nuremberg trials. After which, he wished to create an exchange program that would create peace and understanding among people. He felt that the youth of the world is where it needed to begin. The camp was named in his honor. There are 85 Lions Youth Camps worldwide, 10 in the United States. We are the only one in Texas. The Camp lasts five weeks – from the last weekend in June through first weekend in August. They are in Texoma one of those weeks where they get to know other campers from 12 different countries. The campers spend a week in different Texas areas and learn so much about the US, Texas and each other. There are many activities for the campers. They build strong friendships that will continue even when they return to their country. After answering questions, Lion President Rowe thanked Lion Marty for her program. Pictured are Lion President, Jennifer Rowe, Lion Marty Richardson and Lion David Stone. Lions Club International is the largest service organization in the world with over 1.4 million members and in over 200 countries. Since 1917, Lions have improved the health and well-being, strengthened communities and supported those in need. The Sherman Noon Lions was chartered in 1928. Our motto is “We Serve”.

05/08/2024

Lion President Jennifer Rowe called the Sherman Noon Lions meeting to order Wednesday. Lion Kent Newtown led the opening prayer. Lion Gary Park led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by Words of Wisdom. The group sang Happy Birthday to Lion Stone who happens to have had his birthday on Cinco de Mayo. The weekly 50/50 drawing was won last week by Lion Cole Tacker. Lion Jennifer Rowe presented him with the winner's check. Lion David Stone, presented our program entitled, "The Real Cinco de Mayo". He said that most people think that Cinco de Mayo is Mexican Independence Day. It is not. That would actually be September 16th. Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla which took place on May 5, 1862. In 1810, a Roman Catholic Priest, who had been sent to the town of Delores, called for independence. Politically, there were two sides who radically disagreed. Two leaders claimed to be president and two systems of government were set up. During this turmoil, Mexico lost 50% of it's land mass to the United States in the Mexican-American war in 1848. Mexico's financial situation caused them to borrow money from Spain, France and England. In 1861, Mexico declared a moratorium on repayments. In response, France to send 6000 soldiers, who were better equipped to Mexico City. On the way, in the town of Puebla, the Mexican army of 2000 rag-tag soldiers prevailed. The victory boosted the Mexican army's morale and national pride. The French did go on to Mexico City and installed Emperor Maximilian as the ruler. In 1866, with the help of the United States, the Mexican army expelled and executed Maximilian. The British reconsidered after their losses. Stone compared the Battle of Bunker Hill and Breed's Hill of the American Revolution to the determination of the outnumbered Mexicans defending their rights. Mexican President, Benito Juarez declared the May 5th, the anniversary of the battle of Puebla, would be a national holiday. Stone went on the tell that the first Cinco de Mayo celebrations did not include margaritas. Those were invented in Dallas, Texas in the 1940's when 7-Eleven Stores started making Slurpees. At Mariano's Mexican Cuisine, Mariano Martinez and his friend Frank Adams adapted a soft serve ice cream machine to make margaritas. The frozen margaritas became popular in the '50's and by 1970 had surpassed the martini as the most popular American cocktail. After answering questions, Lion President Rowe thanked Lion Stone for his interesting program. Pictured are Lion President, Jennifer Rowe and Lion David Stone. Lions Club International is the largest service organization in the world with over 1.4 million members and in over 200 countries. Since 1917, Lions have improved the health and well-being, strengthened communities and supported those in need. The Sherman Noon Lions was chartered in 1928. Our motto is “We Serve”.

05/01/2024

Lion Past President James Johnson called the Sherman Noon Lions meeting to order Wednesday. He welcomed members and guests. Lion Kent Newtown led the opening prayer. Lion Gary Park led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by Words of Wisdom. The weekly 50/50 drawing was held. Lion Cole Tacker won the drawing, and drew the Ace of Spades, so he wins the 50/50 drawing! Half will be awarded to Lion Tacker and half will go to the administrative account for a designated use. Next week we will begin with a new deck of cards. Lion David Stone introduced the speaker, CEO and Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Club of Sherman, Mark Ellison. Ellison told the group about the services of the Boys and Girls Club that keep kids safe by providing a positive environment where they can learn, play, thrive and grow. They offer quality programs that are designed to empower youth and they do whatever it takes to ensure kids have a good future. Ellison explained that his goal is to help parents raise their children and be part of the needed village. He told the group about the upcoming Summer Program and the planned activities for the children. He said that scholarships are available for children who cannot afford the tuition. Ellison was then awarded a check from the Lions Club to assist with the tuition for the summer program. For more information on the Boys and Girls Club of Sherman, call (903) 892-9019. Lion Stone announced the upcoming programs for the month. On May 8th, “The Real Cinco De Mayo”, on May 15th, the Julien C. Hyer Youth Camp, May 22, Texoma Alzheimer’s Association and on May 29, The History of Memorial Day. Lion Johnson thanked Ellison for the great program. Pictured are Lion James Johnson, the Sherman Boys and Girls Club’s Mark Ellison, and Program Chair, Lion David Stone. Lions Club International is the largest service organization in the world with over 1.4 million members and in over 200 countries. Since 1917, Lions have improved the health and well-being, strengthened communities and supported those in need. The Sherman Noon Lions was chartered in 1928. Our motto is “We Serve”.

04/24/2024

Lion President Jennifer Rowe called the Sherman Noon Lions meeting to order Wednesday. She welcomed members and guest, Stewart Holcomb. Lion Jeff Austin led the opening prayer. Lion Gary Park led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by Words of Wisdom. Lion Jennifer asked for volunteers to help with the Evening Lions Club Car and Truck Show on the 27th. The weekly 50/50 drawing was held. Lion Patti Barrett won the drawing, but did not draw the Ace of Spades. Lion Jennifer Rowe reported on the Board meeting from Monday evening. The Board has approved a gift to support the Boys and Girls Club as well as a decision to give funds to the Lions Club International Foundation. The club voted and approved both donations. Lion James Johnson introduced the speaker, Stewart Holcomb, Director of the Sherman Museum. The museum is located at 301 South Walnut Street in Sherman. The museum is housed in the former Sherman Public Library. It was built with funding from the Carnegie Foundation in 1914, and is one of only a handful of remaining Carnegie Library buildings in Texas. The Sherman Museum is a non-profit educational museum that acquires, preserves, and displays items of enduring cultural, historical and educational value related to Grayson County and the local Red River area. Holcomb told the group that they are excited to again have Dino Days this summer. The exhibit is designed to get kids to the museum to learn throughout the summer. Stuart Holcomb, the director, says that attendance spikes in the summer because of Dino Days, and it is a topic that everyone can be drawn too. The full-size T-Rex replica will be back, as well as several other dinosaurs and ice age creatures. The exhibit will also include actual fossils that have been dug up and possibly some actual bones. The museum also houses three oil-on-wood paintings known as the Muses by Texas artist James Swann, that were installed in 1934. They are possibly the only example of WPA art in Grayson County. Lion Rowe thanked Holcomb for the great program. Pictured are Lion James Johnson, The Sherman Museum’s Stewart Holcomb and Lion President, Jennifer Rowe.

04/17/2024

Lion James Johnson called the Sherman Noon Lions meeting to order Wednesday. He welcomed members and guest. Lion Don Kelly offered the opening prayer. Lion Gary Park led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by Words of Wisdom from Will Rogers. The weekly 50/50 drawing was held. Lion Don Federspiel won the drawing, but did not draw the Ace of Spades. Lion James Johnson introduced the speaker, Amy Hoffman-Shehan. Amy announced the 16th annual Texoma Earth Day Festival will be April 20, 2024 from 9 AM to 4 PM. The festival is a fun, family-oriented event with a broad range of things attendees can participate in and enjoy. The event is at the Sherman Municipal Ballroom, Lucy Kidd-Key Park, and surrounding streets. The featured events are the Trashion Fashion, Children’s Clothing Swap, several vendors and workshops and the Friends of the Library Book Sale. Items accepted are used glasses, electronic waste, appliances, batteries, cardboard, paper, textiles, Styrofoam and cell phones. The Sherman Police will collect u=unused medications. For more information go to earthdaytexoma.org. Delaney Garza announced the Sherman Medical Center’s 2024 Stroke Stroll. This will be May 11th from 9-11 at the hospital. They will offer a screening and education about strokes. Pictured are Lion James Johnson and Amy Hoffman-Shehan.

04/10/2024

Lion President Jennifer Rowe called the Sherman Noon Lions meeting to order Wednesday. She welcomed members and guests. The club voted on the proposed slate of officers for the next year. The slate was approved as presented. Lion Jeff Austin offered the opening prayer. Lion Gary Park led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by Words of Wisdom from Will Rogers. The weekly 50/50 drawing was held. Lion Jennifer Rowe won the drawing, but did not draw the Ace of Spades. Lion Cole Tacker introduced the speakers, Dr Jeremy McMillen, Grayson College President and Dr Molly Harris, Grayson College Dean of Student Affairs. They both presented information on the current happenings at the college as well as plans for the future. Helping students be successful and helping build a quality workforce has been Grayson College’s role in the region for nearly five decades. The services, programs, and processes have contributed to an environment for student success, and they have so much to celebrate. They offer more workforce classes than other community colleges. Grayson offers six guided pathways designed to help students prepare for their future plans and not take classes that are not needed to achieve their goals. With the duel credit offerings, many high school students are able to earn college credits even before they graduate from High School. Grayson College has articulation agreements with many colleges and universities, and more are being finalized in the near future. Enrollment at the college increased by 8% last year and is expected to continue to increase. Grayson College is having a $456,500,000 bond election. The Bond Facility Planning Committee made up of 70 members, including citizens, local business owners, board members, professors, alumni, and students. The Committee dedicated several months to the long-term planning for the college including county data collection, enrollment evaluations, current and future job markets, and financial planning to put this bond package together. There will not be a tax rate increase associated with the bond. The bond referendum consists of several projects that will be constructed over 2 phases. Phase 1 will include a new Main Campus Health Sciences Building, Residence Hall, IT operations center, campus security and police facilities. The Industrial Technology Center will also be renovated. Phase 2 will include similar improvements to the South Campus in Van Alstyne. Early voting will be from April 22nd – 30th. Election Day is May 4th. For more information, go to GraysonCollegeBond.com. Pictured are Lion Cole Tacker, Dr. Jeremy McMillen, Dr Molly Harris and Lion President, Jennifer Rowe.

04/03/2024

Lion President Jennifer Rowe called the Sherman Noon Lions meeting to order Wednesday. She welcomed members and guests, Lions Deb Lewis 1st Vice District Governor, Lion Roger Peckinpaugh and Lion Robert Duckworth. The weekly 50/50 drawing was held. Lion Jeff Austin won the drawing, but did not draw the Ace of Spades. Lion Jennifer Rowe introduced the speaker, Lions District 2E2 1st Vice District Governor (1VDG), Deb Lewis. Lewis discussed the goals of Lions Clubs and the District’s goals as well as ideas to achieve these. She also presented awards to two Lions Club members, Lions Gary Park and Kent Newtown were honored for their 30 years as a Lion. Lewis also encourage members to attend the upcoming District Leadership meeting later this month. Lion Peckinpaugh and Duckworth from the Sherman Evening Lions Club told the group about the upcoming Car/Truck Show on April 27th. They also talked about working in coordination with the school nurses in the local schools on a Diabetes Project. Lion President Rowe thanked Lion Lewis for the informative program. Pictured are Lion President, Jennifer Rowe and 1st Vice District Governor, Deb Lewis. Also pictured are 30-year Lions Award recipients, Lions Kent Newtown and Gary Park.

04/03/2024