Former selectman Ann Thompson sits down with Medfield Lions Club President Toby Burrell.
Former selectman and Medfield People host Ann Thompson sits down with Medfield Lions Club Presiden Toby Burrell to talk about his history, his family, and his time with the Lions Club. Click HERE to watch "Medfield People: Talking with Ann Thompson" on Blip.TV.
The annual coat drive is going on now at Blue Moon Bagel Cafe, Shaw's Plaza (Route 109).
The annual Medfield Lions Club and Blue Moon Bagel Cafe coat drive is on! Any "gently used coats" that are no longer needed, can be dropped off at Blue Moon Bagel Cafe. For the next three months, until the end of February 2013, a donation box will be available at the Blue Moon Bagel Cafe entrance. The coats will be given to charities in the Medfield area. The Lions have made arrangements to donate coats to two Metrowest charities -- A Place to Turn (Natick) and Project Just Because (Hopkinton) -- and Rosie's Place, a charity serving needy and homeless women located in Boston. For more information or with any questions contact either Medfield Lion John Carey (508-359-4861) or Linda Freedman at Blue Moon Bagel Cafe (508-359-8880).
The Medfield Food Cupboard held its annual Thanksgiving distribution this past week.
With the help of the Medfield Food Cupboard, 36 families will have a full table this Thanksgiving. The food cupboard depends on the generosity of individuals and groups in Medfield and neighboring communities in order to feed the families that depend on its service. Local families were able to fill their bags with those items as well as donations of fresh potatoes, onions, carrots and garlic donated by the Wheelock School Victory Garden; homemade breads donated by the Medfield Neighborhood Brigade; five cases of water donated by the First Baptist Church; sugar pumpkins donated by Lovells Flowers and Nursery; and turkey donated by Armand P. P. Janjigian, CEO of the Kingsbury Club. "It truly takes the entire community" said Beth Eby, …
During last fiscal year, the Medfield Lions Club raised more than $35,000 which it then donated to the community.
The Medfield Lions raised and donated over $35,000 last fiscal year to many local community groups, according to a press release issued last week. Outgoing Lions Club President Steve Kramer said, “This has been a good year. We successfully continued many traditional events and fundraisers and initiated several new programs. The Club added eight new members who provided new energy and enthusiasm to our overall efforts.” The Medfield Lions Club is now in its 69th year of service to the local community as well as generous support for eye disease prevention and treatment. In the year ending June 30, 2012, the Medfield Lions donated funds to many deserving local community groups and held many other charitable events including: For young people …
The following was submitted by Medfield Lion Anthony Centore.
On a warm Patriots' Day, Medfield residents lined up to give the gift of life. Blue Moon Bagel Cafe owners Dan and Linda Friedman teamed with the Red Cross and the Medfield Lions Club to host a Red Cross Blood Drive, which netted 25 units of blood. Medfield Lion Tom Sweeney said "Dan and Linda have graciously worked with the Lions on several other charitable events at the 'Moon,' including a fall clothing drive in support of local shelters.” In true “Moon” spirit, Dan Friedman was first in line to donate blood and Linda presented each donor with a gift certificate. To learn more about the Medfield Lions and become a part of this dynamic Lions organization, contact Lion Scott Colwell at (508) 359-2935, scott.colwellhomes@comcast.net or …
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Medfield Lions Club president Steve Kramer said declining attendance over the past couple years led to the organization’s decision not to hold its annual Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast at the American Legion this year.
Declining attendance over the years has led to the Medfield Lions Club’s decision not to hold its annual Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast at the American Legion this year. “Over the past several years, attendance at the breakfast has diminished from several hundred to less than two hundred,” said Medfield Lions president Steve Kramer. “The Lions conduct many fundraising and charity events during the year and with the available resources we have – we like to maximize the number of those who can take advantage of our events and programs. The breakfast requires substantial preparation and participation by members and we decided this year to devote the resources to other events in the spring, which will benefit the community and charities we …
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The Medfield Girl Scouts' Royal Teddy Bear Tea event will be held Sunday, April 29 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Center at Medfield. All children in kindergarten to third grade are welcome to attend with an adult.
Three Medfield Girl Scouts working on their silver award have teamed up with the Medfield Lions to host the Royal Teddy Bear Tea. All "prince" or "princesses" from kindergarten to third grade are welcome with a special adult guest. Join the festivities being held at the Center at Medfield, from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 29th. Tea will be promptly served at 2 p.m., followed by royal activities and crafts. Enjoy chatting with the Queens court, drinking tea (and lemonade), eating treats, and even dancing with the Royalty. For this charitable event, cost is $6 per person and a new teddy bear for Project Just Because – a charity where the bears will be donated to children in need. All activities will be conducted in an eco-friendly manner. …
Celebrate the end of March Madness in April with the Medfield Lions Club at the American Legion on Monday at 7:30 p.m.
The Medfield Lions Club will host a March Madness Nite at the American Legion Hall on Monday, April 2 at 7:30 p.m. There will be two big screen TVs for watching the NCAA men's championship basketball game and a cash bar. Along with pizza and other goodies, there will be prizes and raffles. Silent auction items will include Patriots and Red Sox tickets. There will also be a opportunity to learn more about the Medfield Lions and the services the club performs for the community of Medfield and beyond. $15 donation at the door and all proceeds go to benefit the Medfield Lions sponsored charities such as the Medfield Food Cupboard, Medfield Home Committee, Medfield Animal Shelter, Medfield High School Music Assocation among many local …
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Editor's note: The following was submitted by Anthony Centore.
Three new members were inducted into the Medfield Lions Club at its February meeting last week. Vice District Governor and Medfield Lion member Tom Kerr conducted the initiation ceremony as Lee Tredway, Greg Hobbs and Robert Mulrey became members of the club, which now has 79 active members, the largest in District K. Club President Steven Kramer welcomed the new members and “urged them to be active participants in the club’s community service projects, which benefit eye research and many worthy local charities.” Kramer encourages all who are interested in joining the Lions to contact Lion Scott Colwell at (508) 359-2935, scott.colwellhomes@comcast.net or write to Medfield Lions Club, P.O. Box 79, Medfield, MA 02052. Talk to a Lion and be …
Stop by the Medfield Lions Club's tree sale in the Shaw's parking lot to purchase your holiday tree.
Editor's note: The following release was submitted by Anthony Centore. Still need a Christmas tree? take a short ride down Main Street to the Shaw's plaza parking lot and shop at the Lions Club annual Christmas tree sale. The sale, which runs through Dec. 18, has become the Medfield Lions Club’s principal fundraiser and features freshly sheared, USDA Premium Grade Maine Balsam Fir Christmas trees. While there are both smaller and a limited number of larger trees, most trees fall in the range of 6 to 8 feet. The sale will be held in the parking lot at Shaw’s Plaza, near Marshalls. Hours of operation are 4 to 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, 4 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday through Friday, and weekends from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Not only does the Lions …
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