Stories
PCC John Eads Presents DG Prakash Gautam's Vision for Lion Year 23-24. |
Great Memories from Texas Lions CampThe August 8, 2023 meeting was a packed house to hear personal stories from the 2023 Texas Lions Diabetes Camp.  |
Waxahachie Lions Club Welcomes Waxahachie's Poet Lariat David SmithThe Waxahachie Lions Club met on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at Daymark Living for lunch and enjoyed guest speaker, Waxahachie's Poet Lariat David Smith. Cowboy poetry was recited, and the club learned of the launch of David's new book in August and Waxahachie's Chautauqua Cowboy Poet Gathering in September. Thank you Pat & David Smith and Daymark Living!
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Traveling Gavel - Oak Cliff Lions Club visits the Waxahachie LionsToday we had the pleasure of having the Traveling Gavel - Oak Cliff Lions Club join us for our weekly meeting. It was fun visiting with them. Our speaker today was our very own Ellis County Chief Appraiser Lion Kathy. Thanks Kathy for all you do.    |
Sleep in Heavenly Peace needs our helpFrom Lion Curtis Green Good evening my friends. As you know I’m working with the Sleep in Heavenly Peace - TX, Fort Worth chapter to build and deliver beds to kids in the DFW area. We have several deliveries scheduled over the next couple of months and could use some more bedding. You all have been so generous in the past that we don’t need any pillows for a while. Here is a link to an Amazon Wish List that you can use to ship them directly to my home. As I understand it you will need to be logged in to see the shipping information. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/LQVY3OJ2BGNX?ref_=wl_share |
The HeadStrong CoalitionIt's always good to have Marcus Armstrong in a meeting. He has a heart for our community and serves in many areas. Marcus spoke about The HeadStrong Coalition which has helped many in a difficult time. Thanks for all you do Marcus.    |
Annual Meeting\Dinner at the Sims LibraryWe had a good Annual Meeting\Dinner at the Sims Library. It was fun to hear our incoming President Paschall play the piano in the Lyceum. It is a great way to kick off our preparation for our 100th year as the Waxahachie Lions Club. Thanks for all you do. WE SERVE.   |
Today's Waxahachie Lions Club MeetingWe had a good Waxahachie Lion's Club meeting today. We learned a lot about Russia from our speaker, Vitaly Luney, who is a member of the Oak Cliff Lions Club. Don't forget to sign up by Friday for our Annual Waxahachie Lion Club Banquet and induction of our 23-24 Officers. You can sign up by emailing Kathy at kathy@elliscad.com by this Friday morning.
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Come out and enjoy the Carnival! |
Waxahachie Lions Club visits Daymark LivingThe Waxahachie Lions Club had a very nice lunch and tour of Daymark Living today. What an amazing facility and an amazing staff. Chante’ Thanks for all you and everyone at Daymark Living do for the residents and our community. WE SERVE but today WE were IMPRESSED! https://daymarkliving.com/     |
Believing Restoration is AttainableWe had a fun meeting today. We heard from Stuart Stephenson from Woodmen Life about the Laying of the Memorial Wreath at 9 am Memorial Day (May29th) at the Waxahachie Civic Center Veterans War Memorial. Thanks, Stuart, for doing this. Our speaker today was Sharon Verigan who is the Founder & Executive Director of Believing Restoration is Attainable. Sharon has a proven ministry which we are very grateful to have in our community. www.supporttheladies.org Remember next week we will be meeting at Daymark Living 818 Cantrell Waxahachie for our Tuesday Noon meeting\lunch.      |
Greg Ellis Speaks to the Waxahachie Lions ClubThe Waxahachie Lions Club had a fun meeting today. We appreciate Greg Ellis, former Dallas Cowboy, and current SAGU Head Football Coach, for speaking to us. Greg thanks for your time and for being the example you are to so many. You are awesome!     |
Thanks to Taco CasaTaco Casa's Jim Seymour making Taco Bucks and Bag donation to Waxahachie Lions Club for Hachie 50 and receiving their Hachie 50 sponsor shirts with great appreciation for their support!!   |
Valerie is using media as a tool for missions
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SPCA Event in Waxahachie May 13thMy name is Erin Lloyd. I worked for John Landrum what seems like ages ago, where I learned about the Lion's Club & what a huge impact they make on volunteerism & the community. I now work at the SPCA of Texas, which has locations in both Dallas & Waxahachie. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to helping both animals & people in the community. We plan to have our first annual fun run/walk fundraiser at the Getzendaner Park on Saturday, May 13th from 8am to 12pm & are looking for volunteers. I wanted to reach out to see if any of your members would be interested in volunteering at our event from 7:30 to 10:30am? Volunteers need to be at least 10 years old. Volunteers 10 to 14 years old need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian who is at least 21 years old. Anyone 15 years & older can volunteer alone. https://spca.org/  |
Hachie50. 2023The Hachie50 was great! We are amazed how the Hachie50 Committee, Waxahachie Running Club, Waxahachie Lions Club and all those individuals and various groups helped pulled off another great run for all those who attended. The Runners that participate in the hachie50 are top notch and a lot of fun to be around. Each of you are a part of helping many in our community over the months to come. We are Thankful for each of you. We would like to Thank Lucy Gore for the photo we used of the Kids Run. Those kids are not just future runners but our future leaders. Here are a couple of photos from this weekend and more will be provided by the hachie50 and Waxahachie Running Club in days to come. Also watch for photos on each of their Facebook pages. #hachie50 https://www.facebook.com/waxahachielions?mibextid=ZbWKw   |
Waxahachie ISD Superintendent Dr Hollingsworth was our speaker todayWe had the privilege of hearing from Waxahachie ISD Superintendent Dr Hollingsworth at our Waxahachie Lions Club lunch meeting today. The Superintendent presented the bond package information to us and the Waxahachie Lions Club presented WISD Education Foundation a check as well as a check to help the Distention Imagination team from Simpson Elementary travel to World Competition for DI. What an amazing accomplishment! Thanks WISD for all you do for our community. https://www.wisd.org/Bond2023    |
Lion Andrew Noel - Canine CompanionsWe enjoyed hearing from a fellow Lion from the Coppell Lions Club, Andrew Noel. Andrew spoke to us about Canine Companions. This is a great organization that the Waxahachie Lions Club loves to support. Thanks Lion Andrew for all you do. We also appreciate our Waxahachie Lions Club Scholarship Committee, Tommie Worthy and Matt Authier, as they look over many applications that have been submitted to us. WE SERVE    |
The Heights addresses the Waxahachie Lions ClubIt was so good to have Jennifer Salzman with The Heights come and speak to the Waxahachie Lions Club today. We are thankful for all they are doing in Ellis County guiding victims of family abuse to safety and hope by connecting them to the services of many different agencies all together in one place. www.theheightselliscounty.org   |
Texas Lions CampToday we had Joe Kyle with the Texas Lions Camp in Kerrville speak to us. Its amazing to see all the programs that are meeting needs with Kids and Families at the Texas Lions Camp. Thanks Joe for all you, the staff and volunteers do for so many. WE SERVE https://www.lionscamp.com/index.html   |
Trudy Hankins with the Nehemiah ProjectOur guest speaker yesterday was Trudy Hankins with the Nehemiah Project. Our Lions Club was impressed by how the Nehemiah Project educates our youth to succeed and grow their dreams. Thanks for what you do Trudy and how you help shape the future of our youth in a positive manner. https://nehemiahecommunity.com/   . |
Hachie 50  The Hachie 50 has a new course this year for all distances. Use the QR Codes to access the route. On April 2nd, we'll be hosting a Test Run from the Start Line. Show up at 6:50 for instructions and we'll run at 7:00am. #hachie50 #waxahachie #ultramarathon #50miler #30miler #marathon #newcourse |
Come out to the Carnival Come out to the Carnival this weekend 2 pm - 11 pm In the parking lot in front of Coleman Jr. High Enjoy some spring break fun! Website: https://tripletamusements.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TripleTAmusementsCarnival |
The Waxahachie Chamber President speaks to The Lions ClubWe want to thank Kevin Strength, President of the Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce, for his presentation regarding Spur 394 and the upcoming Waxahachie ISD bond packages. A lot is happening in our community. Thanks, Kevin, for all you do. https://waxahachiechamber.com/  |
The Carnival is HERE!The Carnival will be in Waxahachie March 14th – 18th. 2 pm - 11 pm each day In the parking lot in front of Coleman Jr. High Enjoy some spring break fun! Website: https://tripletamusements.com/ |
A Fun Meeting with Two Speakers |
The Carnival Is Coming To TownThe Carnival will be in Waxahachie March 12th – 18th. 2 pm - 11 pm each day In the parking lot in front of Coleman Jr. High Enjoy some spring break fun! Website: https://tripletamusements.com/ |
Our Speaker today was Ashley Spurlock with Common Ground Ministries |
Our guest speaker today was Rainey Hicks with Hope Health |
Build Beds for Kids will be on WFAA Channel 8 Tuesday Feb 21 @ 8:30 amWe had a busy amazing day Saturday building 175 beds. Here is a message from Lion Dennis Heads up everyone. Tomorrow morning on Good Morning Texas (airs at 8:30 am on WFAA Channel 8) there will be a story on our bed built project from last Saturday. I will be at work and will miss it, but hopefully some of you will be able to tune in. Lion Dennis Ureche |
Build Beds for Kids - Come Join us this Saturday the 18thLions District 2-X1 Build Beds for Kids Day! Date: Saturday, February 18, 2023 Time: flexible - 9 am to 5 pm. You chose your time. Location : ELLIS COUNTY YOUTH EXPO CENTER, 2300 WEST HIGHWAY 287 (WEST OF I-35 SOUTH 1/2 MILE ON HIGHWAY 287), WAXAHACHIE, TX 75167 A collaborative project of: Our District 2-X1 Lion Volunteers and non-Lion guests will build 175 beds with our partner Sleep in Heavenly Peace for Texas Lions Camp. We need volunteers for Build Benefiting The Texas Lions Club Camp Beds for Kids Day! • All materials/tools will be provided. • No special skills are needed, there is a job for everyone. • You do not have to volunteer for the entire day; if you can give an hour or two that would be great and appreciated. • We will have an orientation before work be- gins and you will have experienced leadership on the project from SHP representatives. • Food and drinks will be provided for you. • Parking is easy, lots of space. • Please wear your Lions vest so we can see all the Club volunteers represented. This service event will be filmed, and pictures will be taken. • This is a Lions Service Project, so keep up with your hours of service and report it to your Club Secretary. Bring your kids\grandkids and let them see\learn how to SERVE with other. THANKS, LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON THE BUILD DAY! For more information, please contact PCC John Eads, Tel 214-384-9933 PCC John Landrum, Tel 214-403-8894 1st VDG Prakash Gautam, Tel 972-533-4801 |
Meals on Wheels North Central Texas |
Tuesday's Speaker was District Governor Fred Conger |
Add this to your calendar "Build Beds for Kids" is Official and we need everyone's help February 18th starting at 9amPlan now to come out and help build beds for some kids! We need everyone that can make it out. You don’t need to have any carpentry skills nor do you need to bring any tools. Come out, bring someone with you, and enjoy some fellowship in our community. IT IS OFFICIAL…DISTRICT 2-X1 LIONS WILL “BUILD BEDS FOR KIDS” ON “BUILD DAY” FEBRUARY 18, 2023, AT ELLIS COUNTY YOUTH EXPO CENTER, 2300 WEST HIGHWAY 287 (West of I-35 South ½ mile on Hwy. 287), WAXAHACHIE, TX 75167. Our District 2-X1 Lion Volunteers and non-Lion guests will build 175 beds with our partner Sleep in Heavenly Peace for Texas Lions Camp. This is the first installment of 300-350 beds we will do together. This is critical timing for Texas Lions Camp to allow us to get the beds to Kerrville before the first Workday on March 4 to begin assembly and placement in the two new bunkhouses in time for summer Camp. We will need 150-200 volunteers to do the “Build.” The more volunteers we have the quicker we can complete the “Build.” Time of the event will begin at 9 am and be finished with the “Build” and clean-up by 5 pm. Drinks and food will be available “Build Day.” Plenty of free parking. Finally, if any Club with an outstanding pledge has not paid, we need your money at or before the Mid-Winter Conference. If you have not donated and wish to do so for one or more beds at $250 each (includes the bed, supplies and lumber, mattress, pillow, and sheets), please do so now. Send your donations to Waxahachie Lions Foundation, P. O. Box 581, Waxahachie, TX, 75168-0581 PC John Landrum and PCC John Eads (Dos Amigos) sincerely thank everyone for participating in this District 2-X1 project monetarily and as a volunteer. We also appreciate the assistance of Lions Clubs International Foundation for their grant participation and our partner in the “Build,” Sleep in Heavenly Peace. LET’S BUILD SOME BEDS! “BUILD BEDS FOR KIDS” ON “BUILD DAY” FEBRUARY 18, 2023, AT ELLIS COUNTY YOUTH EXPO CENTER, 2300 WEST HIGHWAY 287 (West of I-35 South ½ mile on Hwy. 287), WAXAHACHIE, TX 75167. |
The Dictionary Project for Waxahachie ISD |
Waxahachie Lions Club supports the YMCA |
The Lions Sight and Tissue Foundation Raffle |
Ellis County Salvation Army Speaks at the Waxahachie Lions Club |
Waxahachie Lions Club Honors Jim Pitts |
Congressman Ellzey speaks to the Waxahachie Lions Club |
Miracle League - Finally Reaching Home |
Texas Lions Camp Work Day |
YMCA 5k Santa Run |
Quote of the Week - Who Said It?Flowers benefit from the rain as much as they do the sunshine.
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Lions Club presents check to WISD
The Waxahachie Lions Club is proud to announce its partnership with WISD to rebuild and rehab many of the dilapidated backstops on our campuses. $9,400 is a small price to pay for years of fun, teamwork, and life lessons taught on these fields. Thanks again to Dr. Glenn and WISD for all that you do. |
Dr. Glenn gives HS construction update |
Highway 77 Project: What it means for us |
Miracle League - What it means to Waxahachie and Ellis County
People say pictures are worth a thousand words. Well, experiences are worth ten times that. The opportunity to participate in sports, for many, is like looking at a picture. They can only dream of experiencing it. The Miracle League of Ellis County is trying to bring that picture to life with the construction of a baseball and playground facility made to include all. |
Lions Sight & Tissue Foundation speaks to Waxahachie Lions Club
Lion Tom Bowsher from the Ferris Lions Club came to talk to us about the Lions Sight & Tissue Foundation.
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News from Today's Lions Club meeting! 11/29
News from Today's Lions Club meeting! 11/29
Hope you enjoyed the program!
Here are the news & announcements from today's noon meeting...
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News from Today's Lions Club meeting! 11/8
News from Today's Lions Club meeting! 11/8
Today is Election Day and here are the news & announcements from today's noon meeting...
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Lions Salvation Army Bell Ringing Date Announced!
Greetings fellow Lions!
The date has been set for our annual bell ringing assignment for the Salvation Army.
We have been asked to cover both doors at the Waxahachie Walmart on Saturday December 17th from 10a - 8p.
10 Lions volunteering 2 hour shifts for a great cause!
Please check your emails and be sure to attend the weekly meetings to get on the sign-up sheet!
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District 10 Rep. John Wray speaks to Waxahachie Lions Club
Representative Wray stopped by the Waxahachie Lions Club to provide a legislative update and a look into the happenings in District 10.
Get to know your elected officials by coming to a noon meeting of the Waxahachie Lions Club.
Check our calendar and upcoming speakers links often as we update them frequently.
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Lions & Baseballs & Backstops...Oh my!
The Waxahachie Lions Club and Waxahachie ISD have partnered to repair existing backstops and build several new ones at several of the WISD campuses.
Two new backstops have been constructed at Northside Elementary. In addition to those new backstops, the existing ones had all new fencing and fasteners installed returning them to like-new condition.
This partnership will allow for the Lions Club to be able to step in with funds to assist with any future repairs.
Stay tuned for future projects from your Waxahachie Lions Club.
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Quote of the Week - Who Said It?Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Lions Club & WRC to hold 3rd Annual Hachie 50!
The Waxahachie Lions Club and the Waxahachie Running Club present the 3rd Annual Hachie 50! Come test your endurance on Saturday May 6, 2017. The race features a flat, fast, tree-lined road course with custom finisher medals.
Four race options this year include:
- 50 mile Ultra-marathon Race
- 50k Ultra-marathon Race
- 26.2 Marathon Race
- 50 Mile Team Relay
Individual races are $60 and the 50 mile relay is $150. Prices increase on December 31, 2016 so sign up today! For more information visit http://www.runwrc.com/hachie50.
Runners can register at:
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Waxahachie Lions & SAGU donate 50 computers!!!
Our very own Waxahachie Lions, led by Lion Terry Phipps, donated 70+ computers to Computers for the Blind.
Check out the story in the Waxahachie Daily Light!
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Mark Your Calendars! WISD Vision Clinic
Mark Your Calendars!
The Waxahachie ISD Vision Clinic will take place on November 17, 2016
Please make plans to attend our weekly club meeting in the coming weeks to get on the sign-up sheet!
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Lions Concession Trailer at Waxahachie Downtown Movie Night
 The Waxahachie Lions Club joined the City of Waxahachie in participating in the Summer Downtown Movie Night on Friday June 12th. |
Red Oak Lions Club Pancake BreakfastOur fellow Lions with the Red Oak Lions Club will be hosting a blood drive sponsored by Carter Blood Care in conjunction with their November Pancake Breakfast. $5.00 a person on Saturday November 15th from 7a-11a at the Red Oak Lions Club building located at 207 W. Red Oak Rd. Red Oak, Texas. - See more at: http://waxahachielionsclub.org/Stories/red-oak-lions-club-pancake-breakfast#sthash.nijx0bjd.dpuf
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Thought for the Week - Who Said It?An optimist is the human personification of spring.
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Quote of the Week - Who Said It?We could never learn to be brave and patient, if there were only joy in the world.
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Lions Club International District 2-X1 Cabinet Meeting |
Trucks & Tunes - Lions Club Edition |
