From 1984-2006, FX Lions held dinner meetings in Mama’s Italian Restaurant, near Fairfax Circle. This photo was taken at Mama’s in July 1996. Several of the Club members in this photo remain Lions today, still serving!

 On Nov 6, three Fairfax Lions joined with 3 parent volunteers to screen vision & hearing of 3rd & 7th graders at St Timothy’s Catholic School (in Chantilly).  We identified several youngsters for referral to a professional. It is always rewarding to help youngsters identify limitations so appropriate remedies can be applied.

Results for students screened on Nov 6: Number tested for hearing, 118; Number tested for Vision, 104; Number Referred: Hearing, 15; Vision, 9

The school nurse sent this note: “A huge thank-you for helping us to accomplish our annual vision and hearing screening today! We could not have done it without your help and expertise.  We hope you will be able to help us next year too!”

FX Lion Bonnie Short told Lions, at the Nov 4 dinner meeting, of her family’s involvement with “Matthew 25 Ministries.”  Lion Bonnie  emphasized her personal interest in collecting used prescription (or over-the-counter) plastic pill bottles, all sizes.   The re-used bottles go world wide to distribute medicine to those who need it. She asked that we remove labels (leave no  residue), wash them in hot soapy water and dry, and replace lids. 

Fairfax Lions appreciate the opportunity to check vision & hearing of youngsters in local schools, using our state-of-the-art equipment. The greatest need is in the Catholic Schools, where nursing staff do not have resources to monitor the student’s vision and hearing. In many cases Lions have recommended referrals to vision or hearing medical professionals, and in some cases treatment was “life changing” for the student.

On Oct 22, Lions screened vision of very young children at Emmanuel Lutheran Preschool (Vienna).  Results: 1 child (Age 2), 2 children (Age 3), and 1 (age 4) were referred for follow-up by a professional.

On Oct 28, Fairfax Lions conducted both vision & hearing Screening at Saint Leo the Great Catholic School (in Fairfax).  We checked vision of 66 children, referring 7, and hearing of 51 children, referring another 7.  

Fresh Citrus from Florida
Ruby Red Grapefruit; Mandarin Oranges; NEW – Limes (from Mexico) Plus: Whitley’s Virginia Peanuts; Vermont Maple Syrup

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Fairfax Lions were proud to have Fairfax HS students perform service hours along side Lions at the October 11 “Fall Festival.” The Lions food booth raises funds for our community charity programs.

Fairfax Lions shout out to our first customers of the day – our SAME FIRST CUSTOMERS in 2024!