Projects
Bingo at the Plainview American Legion
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of bingo in support of a great cause! Games are held at 1 pm on the third Saturday of the month in October, November, January, February, and March. Proceeds benefit community projects like the Paws-abilities Playground, helping create a better environment for all.
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Pork Chop Dinner
Join us for a delicious Pork Chop Dinner at the Plainview American Legion on the Friday of the Bluebell Festival! Enjoy a hearty meal while supporting important community projects. Every plate served helps raise funds for local initiatives—so come eat, connect, and make a difference. We can’t wait to see you there!
Corn on the Cob Days
Join us for Corn on the Cob Days in Plainview, MN, sponsored by the Lions! Happening the 3rd weekend in August, this exciting festival promises a weekend filled with games, activities, delicious food, and a grand parade Don’t miss out on the highlight of the event—plenty of fresh, sweet corn! Come celebrate with us and make unforgettable memories!
Snickers for Trickers
On the first Monday in October, Lions Club members will be out in the streets of Plainview, going door-to-door to sell fun-sized bags of Snickers candy! Your purchase will help raise funds for the Playground of Paws-abilities, making a positive impact in our community. Enjoy a sweet treat while supporting a great cause—thank you for your generosity!
Old Fashioned Christmas
The first weekend in December, come to Plainview, MN, and experience an Old-Fashioned Christmas! The town comes alive with craft vendors, horse-drawn wagon rides, and a special visit from Santa. Stroll the festive streets, where you may encounter cheerful winter characters and warm up by the glow of bonfires lining the way.
Good Friday Fish Fry
Join us at the Plainview American Legion for our annual Good Friday Fish Fry! Dine in with friends or grab a meal to go—either way, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner while supporting important community projects. Come out, eat well, and help make a difference!
Road Side Clean Up
Twice a year, Lions and community members join forces to clean up a stretch of roadside ditch along Hwy 42. This effort not only makes a visible impact on our environment but also strengthens our community spirit. Your participation helps keep our roadsides clean, safe, and beautiful for all. Let’s work together and show our pride in the place we call home!
3rd Grade Dictionary Project
Third graders love learning and the Plainview Lions love supporting them by giving everyone a dictionary!
Every year, the Plainview Lions Clubs purchase a dictionary for every third grader in the Plainview-Elgin-Millville and Immanuel Lutheran schools. The students get excited for a resource of their own and for all of the new words they can learn!
Lights for Life
During October and November, community members can purchase and decorate a luminaria bag in honor of a loved one affected by cancer. In December, these decorated bags will be displayed in local business storefronts. Donations benefit the Lions Club International Childhood Cancer Fund and the American Cancer Society.
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Christmas Tree Pick Up
Don’t want to deal with the mess of needles and sticky sap in your vehicle when taking down your Christmas tree? Let the Plainview Lions Club handle it for you! The first Saturday following Christmas, we’ll pick up your tree and haul it to the brush dump, saving you the hassle and cleanup. It’s a simple way to wrap up the holiday season while supporting your local Lions Club.
