MV Lions Club Update - April 2019

By Etta Gross, Meadow Vista Lions Club

Thank you to all those that supported our annual crab feed on February 2.  You made the following events possible through your support!
We are looking forward to seeing all our community youths on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at the soccer field (Placer Hills Campus play-yard).  This community Easter Egg Hunt starts at 10 a.m.  Ages 0 to 10 years are welcome to join in on the fun.  We ask that you come early since this event is over by 10:10 a.m.  Remember to bring your Easter Basket to collect eggs in.  Thank you for the assistance to the Colfax LEOs and Meadow Vista Scouts Pak and Troop 6.  The Easter Bunny said he would make a guest appearance at this event.  So bring your cameras!
On Sunday May 12, 2019 will be the Meadow Vista Lions Mother’s Day Breakfast.  Moms are FREE, family and friends are very reasonable priced.  Bring your Mom to breakfast and mingle with the community.  This event is held in the cafeteria at Sierra Hills School.  Starting time is 8 a.m.
We look forward to seeing everyone at Meadow Vista Park for Pioneer Day on June 2, 2019.
Any questions please visit our website at www.meadowvistalions.com or email us at meadowvistalionsclub@gmail.com.  Or please speak with any Meadow Vista Lions member. 

From the MV Lions Club

Submitted by Etta Gross

Please stop by to view the car show from 8 to 2 p.m. on June 3, 2018 at Meadow Vista Park.  Spectators are FREE, All vehicles/bikes are welcome to participate.  Registration for a vehicle is $20.  Breakfast and Lunch will be available. 
We were pleased to see all those youngsters for the annual Easter Egg Hunt.  There were 4,000 eggs out in the field for tots to 10 year olds to find.  Thank you to the Cub/Boy and Girl Scouts along with the LEOs for their assistance with stuffing and hiding all those eggs.   The wonderful Easter Bunny even made a guest appearance.  Thank you Easter Bunny!
It was great seeing you on Mother's Day for our Annual Mother's Day Breakfast! We sure do appreciate our local moms!
Please visit our website at www.meadowvistalions.com or visit a meeting the 2nd or 4th Wednesday of the month at the Community Center.  Starting time is 7 p.m.   Our email address is meadowvistalionsclub@gmail.com

Meadow Vista Lions Club News

Submitted by Lions Club Secretary, Etta Gross

For all those attendees at our Meadow Vista Lions Annual Crab Feed held on February 3, 2018, we want to say THANK YOU for your support.  This event is our annual community account fundraiser.  This fund is used for School Hot Dogs, the Tablet Reading Program, School Sport Support, Mother’s Day Breakfast, Easter Egg Hunt and many more projects.  We say THANK YOU so these events and projects may continue in our community.
Thank you to all those See’s Candies purchasers at Christmas.  Those proceeds went directly to Sierra Reach Ministries Food Closet and Meadow Vista Friendly Neighbors Club Christmas Basket program.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Saturday, March 31, 2018, EASTER EGG HUNT  (Ages tots to 10)

10: AM SHARP!   It is over at 10:05 so PLEASE BE EARLY!

Placer Hills Campus Soccer Field in Meadow Vista

Remember to bring a basket to collect eggs in!

Mother’s Day Breakfast

Sierra Hills School on Mother’s Day (May 13, 2018)

Starts at 8 a.m. – ALL MOMS are free.  Everyone else is charged a very small amount.

Come see what being a Lion is about by visiting a meeting on the second or fourth Wednesday, starting time is 7 pm at Meadow Vista Community Center.

Any questions please visit our website at www.meadowvistalions.com or our email address is meadowvistalionsclub@gmail.com.

Meadow Vista Lions Club News June

Submitted by Etta Gross

Thank you to those Moms and families that came to join the Mother’s Day Breakfast on May 14, 2017 at Sierra Hills School.
Our next Breakfast will be on Pioneer Day, Sunday June 4, 2017.  This breakfast is in partnership with the Cub/Boy Scout Troop 6 here in Meadow Vista.  The costs is $5 for when you pre-purchase tickets from any Cub/Boy Scout and $6 at the event.  Serving time will be 8 a.m. to 11 pm at Placer Hills Campus Cafeteria.  Menu will be eggs, sausage and pancakes along with refreshments.  We hope to see you all there!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 17, 2017 for the Meadow Vista Lions’ 3rd Annual Car Show in Meadow Vista Park.  The show runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  There will be goodie bags and dash plaques for the first 100 registered cars.  Registration fee is $20 before June 11, 2017 or $25 after that date.  Spectators are FREE and WELCOME to come view the cars on display, enjoy breakfast, lunch and refreshments throughout the day.  Vendors will be there with a variety of different merchandise.  For information please contact Lion Greg at (530) 637-5359 or stop by True Value Hardware in Meadow Vista.
Please visit the Lions at the swimming pool this season.  We will be cooking up hot dogs and supply water and chips.  Exact date will be posted throughout town, so please look for the flyer…
Our website is www.meadowvistalions.com and email address meadowvistalionsclub@gmail.com

Lion’s Club News

Submitted by Etta Gross

Thank you to all those supporters of our 43rd Annual Crab Feed.  The participants and donations from businesses will allow Meadow Vista Lions to continue with our community service and events.  Those events are the school hot dogs, Easter Egg Hunt, Mother’s Day Breakfast just to name a few.
The Lions Easter Egg hunt will be at Placer Hills Soccer field on Saturday, April 15, 2017 starting at 10 a.m. SHARP!  Remember parents that this event is over within 5 minutes so please have your children there a few minutes early.  Also remember to bring those Easter baskets or bags to collect the eggs in.
Mother’s Day Breakfast will be Sunday, May 14, 2017 at Sierra Hills School.  All Moms’ are FREE and a very affordable amount for the other family members.
Save the date for Saturday, June 17, 2017 for our 3rd Annual Car Show.  Our car show will be held in Meadow Vista Park from 9 am to 2 pm.  Bring down your pre 1974, one of a kind or extremely rare vehicle.  Spectators are FREE!  Participant registration is $20 prior to June 11, 2017 and $25 after that date.  True Value Hardware has application for this event.  You may also email meadowvistalionsclub@gmail.com for an application.
Should you want to come see what being a Lion is about, please join us the 2nd and 4th Wednesday nights starting time 7 pm at the Meadow Vista Community Center.  You may always contact us at meadowvistalionsclub@gmail.com or a Lions members for questions or wanting information.

Meadow Vista Lions Club Crab Feed 2017

By Etta Gross, MV Lions Secretary

Meadow Vista Lions will be selling See’s Candies in front of Holiday Market on Thursdays through Sundays until we are sold out.  You may also purchase See’s candy at Meadow Vista’s True Value Hardware.  All the proceeds from See’s candy sales will be evenly donated to Sierra Reach Ministries Food Closet and Meadow Vista Friendly Neighbors Club for the Christmas Baskets.

THE CRAB is BACK…  Meadow Vista Lions will be hosting their CRAB FEED on February 4, 2017 Gold Country Fairgrounds (Auburn, CA) in the Placer Building.  The menu will include CRAB, pasta, bread and salad.  Along with a no host cocktail hour starting at 6 p.m. with dinner served around 7 p.m.  Donations of $45 per ticket.  This is our annual community account fundraiser that allows us to do Sierra and Weimar Hills School hot dogs, Easter Egg Hunt, the Tablet Reading Program, Mother’s Day Breakfast, free swim with hot dogs and all the other community service projects we do!  So please come enjoy an evening out while you are supporting the Meadow Vista Lions at the same time.  For tickets see Bob at Meadow Electric, True Value Hardware, any Lion member or contact Lion Greg at (530) 637-5359.

You are welcome to come visits us at our regular meetings held on the second and fourth Wednesday night starting in January 2017 at the Community Center.  Our meetings start at 7 p.m.  And please visit our website at www.meadowvistalions.

Meadow Vista Lions Club Update

Thank you to those that attended our 2016 42nd Fundraiser Dinner.  Your support allows us to continue with our many community events.
Meadow Vista Area Lions Club upcoming events are:
• Mother's Day Breakfast at Sierra Hills School on Sunday, May 8, 2016, starting time is 7:30 a.m.   All Moms are FREE!
• Pioneer Day is Sunday, June 5, 2016, Lions will be cooking breakfast at Placer Hills Campus Cafeteria.  Starting  time to be announced at a later date.  
Come to a Lion's meeting at the Meadow Vista Grange Hall on the second and fourth Wednesday at 7 pm.

Meadow Vista Lions Club Update

Submitted by Etta Gross, MV Lions Club

A special Thank you to all who purchased See's Candies from us in front of Holiday Market and at True Value Hardware.  The proceeds will be shared equally between Sierra Reach Ministries Food Closet and Meadow Vista Friendly Neighbors Club. We also appreciate those that attended the Tri-Tip & Shrimp Dinner on February 6th. This fundraiser helps to support many of our yearly community causes and we appreciate your help.
Mark your calendars for our up- coming events:
• Easter Egg Hunt, March 26 at  Placer Hills School play-yard (Soccer Field) begins at 10:00 a.m. SHARP!  The hunt is over within 10 minutes, so please arrive early.
• Mothers' Day Breakfast,  Sunday, May 8 at Sierra Hills School Auditorium. More information will be posted throughout town as we approach the dates.
We welcome potential members to join in our meetings held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday at the Grange Hall.  Meetings start at 7 p.m.  For additional information contact our Club President Ron Carmichael at 637-5805 or any Meadow Vista Area Lions member.  

Meadow Vista Area Lions Upcoming Events

06/07/2015 – Pioneer Day Breakfasts – This is a joint event with the Cub/Boy Scouts. Starting time is 7:30 a.m. at Placer Hills School Cafeteria

06/20/2015 – Meadow Vista Area Lions 1st Car Show – All motorized and people-powered vehicles are welcome to join in on the fun.  There will be a Poker walk, Food, Beer Garden, and prizes.  Please contact Lion, Greg Gross at (530) 637-5359 for more information.  Rental booth space is available for non-food vendors. Registration will begin at 7 a.m. in Meadow Vista Park. Pre-register at True Value Hardware.
       
07/20/2015 – Free public swim day and hot dogs at Meadow Vista Pool sponsored by Meadow Vista Lions.

08/22/2015 – The Lions will be the chefs at the annual PHEF BBQ and Brew.  So if you want to enjoy our fabulous chefs’ work of art come join us that evening.

Lions meetings for June, July and August are held only on the second Wednesday.  Starting time is 7 p.m. at the Meadow Vista Grange hall.

Please visit our webpage at www.meadowvistalions.com and our email address is meandowvistalionsclub@gmail.com.

Effective July 1, 2015 the 2015/2016 Meadow Vista Lion President will be Lion David Lease.  You may contact him through our website.

Meadow Vista Lions Club: 2015 Mother's Day Breakfast

Submitted by Etta Gross, Meadow Vista Lions Secretary

Thank you to those that attended our 2015 41st Crab Feed. Your support allows us to continue with our many community events. Meadow Vista Area Lions Club upcoming events are:

• Mother's Day Breakfast at Sierra Hills School on Sunday, May 10, 2015, starting time is 7:30 a.m.  All Moms are FREE!
• Pioneer Day is Sunday, June 7, 2015, Lions will be cooking breakfast at Placer Hills Campus Cafeteria. Starting  time to be announced at a later date.  
• Welcome to all types of vehicles to participate in the annual Car Show, Meadow Vista Park, Saturday, June 20, 2015 starting at 7 a.m. entry fee $25 or $20 with donated eye glasses.  Vendors welcome, contact Greg Gross at (530) 637-5359 for more information. 

Come to a Lion's meeting at the Meadow Vista Grange Hall on the second and fourth Wednesday at 7 pm. Questions - Please contact Lion Club President Ron Carmichael at (530) 637-5805 or visit our website at meadowvistalions.com for information and calendar of events.

MV Lions Club News & 2015 Events

Submitted by Etta Gross, Meadow Vista Lions Club

A special Thank you to all who purchased See's Candies from us in front of Holiday Market and at True Value Hardware.  The proceeds will be shared equally between Sierra Reach Ministries Food Closet and Meadow Vista Friendly Neighbors Club. We also appreciate those that attended the Crab Feed on February 7th. This fundraiser helps to support many of our yearly community causes and we appreciate your help.

Mark your calendars for our up- coming events:  

• Easter Egg Hunt, April 4 at  Placer Hills School play-yard (Soccer Field) begins at 10:00 a.m. SHARP!  The hunt is over within 10 minutes, so please arrive early.

• Mothers' Day Breakfast,  Sunday, May 10 at Sierra Hills School Auditorium. More information will be posted throughout town as we approach the dates.

We welcome potential members to join in our meetings held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday at the Grange Hall.  Meetings start at 7 p.m.  For additional information contact our Club President Ron Carmichael at 637-5805 or any Meadow Vista Area Lions member.

2015 Lions Club Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser

Meadow Vista Lions Club Update

Submitted by Etta Gross

Just a reminder Santa is Coming to Town at dusk on Saturday, December 13, 2014.  There will be free hot drinks and delicious special homemade cookies by our local Girl Scouts.  The bon fire will also start at dusk to keep everyone warm.
Christmas See’s Candies sold by the Lions will be available on the following Thursdays through Sundays.  The dates are: November 20-23, December 11-14, 18-21, 2014.  Along with being available at M.V. True Value Hardware.  The proceeds will be equally split between the Sierra Reach Ministries Food Closet and The Meadow Vista Friendly Neighbors Club.  Please remember when you are buying your See’s Candies locally you are helping your community at the same time.
Please save the date for our 41st Annual Crab Feed held on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at Gold Country Fair Grounds (Auburn) starting with no host cocktails at 6 p.m. with dinner around  7 p.m.  Cost is $45 each ticket.  This is our community fundraiser.  The proceeds is how we are able  to do all the community events such as Santa Comes to Town, Easter Egg Hunt, eye care costs for those residents in need and many more community projects.
  If you would like to visit one of our meetings, our scheduled times will resume in January 2015  to the 2nd and 4th Wednesday starting time is 7 p.m. at the Meadow Vista Grange.    Any questions please call Lion President Ron Carmichael at (530) 637-5805 or see any Meadow Vista Area Lions.  Our webpage is www.meadowvistalions.com and our email address is meadowvistalionsclub@gmail.com.

Meadow Vista Lions Club: 2014 Santa Comes to Town

Submitted by Etta Gross, Club Secretary

The Meadow Vista Lions are looking forward to a busy fall season and preparing for the holidays. Lions club members will be in front of Holiday Market selling Sees' Christmas Candies on November 20-23, December 11th-14th & 18th-21st.

Santa Claus has made his annual contact with us.  He will be visiting our community on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at dusk in the vacant field next to the Post Office.

Residents are always welcome to come bring ideas and see the planning for our events by visiting a meeting on the second and fourth Wednesday, starting at 7pm. at the Grange Hall in Meadow Vista. If you are interested in information contact us at  MeadowVistaLionsClub@gmail.com.  

Meadow Vista Lions Club Update

By Ron Carmichael, Club President

The Meadow Vista Lions have been busy the last few months.   The Car Show in at Meadow Vista Park brought over eighty classics along with several interested local folks. The Lions cooked breakfast and lunch for this event. At Pioneer Day  Lions served breakfasts for all those attending. The Meadow Vista Lions wishes to thank everyone who supported us and these events.

If you are interested in information about our Lion's Club please contact us at  MeadowVistaLionsClub@gmail.com or on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. come visit our meetings a the Grange hall. Thank you from the Meadow Vista Lions' Club!

From the MV Lions Club - Easter Egg Hunt & Mother's Day

Submitted by Etta Gross

A special Thank you to all who purchased See's Candies from us in front of Holiday Market and at True Value Hardware.  The proceeds will be shared equally between Sierra Reach Ministries Food Closet and Meadow Vista Friendly Neighbors Club.

Mark your calendars for our up- coming events:

• Easter Egg Hunt, April 19 at  Placer Hills School play-yard (Soccer Field) begins at 10:00 a.m. SHARP!  The hunt is over within 10 minutes, so please arrive early.
• Mothers' Day Breakfast  Sunday, May 11, 2014  Sierra Hills School Auditorium.

More information will be posted throughout town as we approach the dates.

We welcome potential members to join in our meetings held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday at the Grange Hall.  Meetings start at 7 p.m.  For additional information contact our Club President Doug Olson at 878-3637 or any Meadow Vista Area Lions member.

From the Meadow Vista Lions Club

Meadow Vista Area Lions Club will be selling Christmas See's Candies in front of Holiday Market on November 21-24, Dec 12-15, and 19-22.   Please come by to purchase your See's Candies Christmas locally.
Santa Claus has already made contact with the Meadow Vista Lions.  He is scheduled to come to Meadow Vista on December 14, 2013.  Rudolf said he will ensure Santa's safe arrival to Meadow Vista that night.  Weather permitting Santa will be in the field next to the Post Office shortly after dusk.  Should the weather be unbearable look for signs posted as to Santa's new location sheltered from the weather.
If you would like to find out more about Lions, or visit a meeting, we meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday starting at 7 p.m. in the Grange Hall.   You may contact Lion Club President Doug Olsen at 878-3637, or by email meadowvistalionsclub@gmail.com.  Look for our website starting soon at www.meadowvistalions.com.
Save the date  Our annual CRAB FEED tickets will go on sale in December, event date is February 1, 2014.  Tickets will be available at Meadow Electric or True Value Hardware.

Meadow Vista Easter Egg Hunt 2013!

Submitted by Etta Gross, MV Lion’s Club

Mark your calendars for the MV Lion’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
March 31, 2013 at 10 a.m. SHARP!
Location: Placer Hills play-yard.
Remember if you are two minutes late, you missed it!  Arrive EARLY! Please bring your own basket to collect the Easter Eggs in.  Thank you Meadow Vista and surrounding community Girl Scouts for filling the Easter Eggs!

 

 

From the Meadow Vista Lions Club

Submitted by Etta Gross, MV Lions Club Secretary

Santa is coming to town! Rudolph has assured the Meadow Vista Lions that he will safely deliver Santa Claus in Meadow Vista at the field next to the Post Office on December 8, 2012.  For Santa's visit to town the area Girl Scouts will be serving up those delicious and nicely decorated cookies they have baked.  The Lions will be serving up coffee and hot chocolate.  The bond fire will be going to help keep everyone warm while they are visiting with Santa.  Should there be unfavorable weather condition look for Santa to be at Placer Hills Auditorium.  The Meadow Vista Lions look forward to seeing everyone at dusk on December 8, 2012!

 Come support your local Meadow Vista Area Lions Club CRAB FEED
 The Lions Crab Feed will be Saturday, February 2, 2013 at Gold Country Fairgrounds (Placer Building) starting at 6 p.m.  Tickets are $35.00 each.  The menu will be salad, bread and CRAB!  No host cocktail start at 6 p.m.  Tickets are available through a Meadow Vista Area Lions member, Meadow Vista True Value Hardware, Meadow Electric, Meadow-Walker Law Group, or Dr. Hensley.  Prize drawings will be done though out the evening, with the music by Runnin 4 Cover (live band).    The sole door prize winner will walk away with $200.   All the proceeds from this event will allow the Meadow Vista Lions to continue with the community projects and events.  Some of our more special projects are The Mother's Day Breakfast, Santa Comes to Town, Easter Egg Hunt, assist financially challenged resident with eye care, school day hot dogs and many other community projects! 

 Do you want to put your expertise to good use in helping your community?  Residents are welcome to visit a Meadow Vista Lions meeting.  There are held on the second and fourth Wednesday night, starting time is 7p.m. at Meadow Vista Grange. PLEASE contact Mark at True Value Hardware about the possibilities of becoming a Meadow Vista Area Lions! 

Upcoming Fundraisers to Help During the Holidays

Submitted by Etta Gross for the Meadow Vista Lions Club & Friendly Neighbors

Meadow Vista Lions See's Candies fund raiser will start on Nov. 16, 2012.  We will be in front of Holiday Market on the weekends after Thanksgiving.  Making purchases early allows the opportunity to get your FAVORITE See's Candies!

 You will find the Meadow Vista Area Lions club helping out Santa on Saturday Dec. 8, 2012. Our local Girl Scouts will be assisting Ms. Claus with baking all those tasty and gorgeous cookies.  The Girl Scouts will be serving those cookies too! 
 Your Meadow Vista Friendly Neighbors Club (TMVFNC) will be at work on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2012 with a Pancake Breakfast to benefit the Meadow Vista Christmas Basket Program.  The Meadow Vista Lions will be cooking delicious pancakes, sausage and eggs. Donations of cash, canned good or a new toy ($5 value) are happily accepted.
 Holiday ornaments will be available at the M.V. Wells Fargo starting in November. Please return your ornament with wrapped gift by Dec. 10th.
 We will assemble the Christmas Food Baskets at Sierra Hills School on Dec. 14 at 4:30pm. We invite you to come out and help. Baskets will be delivered needy families in our community. See an extended version of this article online at meadowvistaview.blogspot.com for more info.