Ladies Into Purchasing Stock was the brainchild of two remarkable women, Sharon Simmons and Sharon Campbell.
The "two Sharons" believed that a women's buying group was just what HLSR needed and they were willing to do the research and ground work to make it happen. In 1992, they enlisted the help of a group of women desiring to become more involved in the life of the HLS&R™.
Since 1992 LIPS, has been changing lives, making a difference and supporting Texas youth and education.
LIPS is made up of around 100 ladies who are hardworking, active members of approximately 30 different HLS&R™ committees as well as moms, professionals and community volunteers.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
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Stick Delaup
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Sharron Grammer, Treasurer
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Sarah Joens
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Jolene Nixon
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Susan Terry, Secretary
Sharon Campbell, Treasurer Emeritus
Sharon Simmons, President Emeritus
Making every child feel like a Grand Champion
Annual Dues Dues for new members (i.e., rookies) are $175. Returning member dues are $150 paid annually, beginning April 1st with a deadline of February 15. Members paying in full by December 1 are eligible to potentially participate in one of the HLS&R™ Champion Buyers dinners and/or parties.
Buckle Bunnies As a supporter of HLS&R™, LIPS receives items of recognition from various committees. The distribution of these items is based on member participation whether it is time and/or money, and then ranked by the point system developed by the Buckle Bunnies.
Meetings and Other Happenings LIPS Full Membership Meetings: Structured meetings take place September through April, on the second Monday evening, of the month, at a convenient location. An email notification will be sent several weeks in advance. Other news, updates, and communication are usually sent through email. Please RSVP. Summer Party: Since we do not have membership meetings between May and August, this gathering is a time for the LIPS Sisters to get together, share stories and enjoy time together in a relaxing and fun environment. Christmas Party/Ornament Exchange: After a brief membership meeting, the December meeting is our Christmas party which is another fun time for the LIPS sisters to get together and enjoy each other. We each bring a unique or interesting wrapped ornament for the exchange. Anything decorated with LIPS is always a hit – but, Rodeo, Texas, or Wine-themed items are also fun. During the switch, a “left/right story” about our year of LIPS is read and we pass the gifts to the left or right whenever left or right is mentioned. Junior Market Auction Gift Bag Stuffing: Usually held in February before the Rodeo gets underway; a team gets together and builds auction “goodie” bags. These bags are given to the exhibitors whose projects we purchase. The bags contain various items i.e., LIPS objects, notepads, pens, corporate freebies, barnyard animal items, glow lights, candy, stickers, glasses, candles, koozies, keychains, etc. obtained by our LIPS sisters. Of course, all items must be appropriate for young people. Champion Buyers Dinners: LIPS members receive various perks, but only if your dues are paid by December 1 and you are in good standing. What to wear at Auctions: Jr. Commercial Steer - LIP it UP! Poultry - Yellow Lamb & Goat - White School Art - LIP it UP! Swine - Red Steer - Black
LIPS Meetings for 2025 January 13 February 10 April 14 @ The Hideaway May 12 August 11 September 8 October 13 November 10 December 8
