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  • Grow Green Match Day: Future Nurses Appreciate Your Generosity

    By Becky Fitzgerald on April 17, 2025

    “You make a gift. We make it grow.” These two sentences, long associated with Grow Green Match Day, could have special meaning for Meadowlark Foundation’s Match Day donors. Not only do Grow Green contributions grow in value because of a 50% match, but also Grow Green donations “grow” opportunities for Meadowlark employees and “grow” the pool of talented nurses who care for Meadowlark residents.

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  • Minglers enjoyed music provided the Andy Bell Jazz Trio.

    Mingle for a Cause: pARTy on Poyntz Boosts Memory Program

    By Becky Fitzgerald on March 28, 2025

    Reacting to feedback from previous guests and with a yearly desire to entertain, engage, and evoke, the Art Mingle committee planned the early March event with several additions to prior fundraisers. If feedback from guests is any indication, these changes were for the better, as they figuratively and literally elevated Art Mingle: Hidden Gems to benefit Meadowlark Memory Program.

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  • A Splendid Day of Sky, framed acrylic on canvas by James Borger, an SNW featured artist

    Time to Dress Up!

    By Becky Fitzgerald on February 27, 2025

    Are your home or office walls a bit … well, naked? Perhaps you’d like to replace a mass-produced piece with an original. SNW Gallery in the HEART of downtown Manhattan is ready to help turn voids into vivid views that speak to you, and in the process, support the efforts of Meadowlark Memory Program. Plan now to attend Art Mingle: Hidden Gems on Friday, March 7, at SNW Gallery and Union Hall, 328 Poyntz Ave. A portion of gallery sales that evening benefit the memory program, which offers FREE activities and support for those living with memory challenges and their care partners.

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  • Necklace features Burro Creek Agate mounted on Sterling silver. Crafted and contributed by Judy Will

    Ready to Mingle: Upcoming pARTy Offers Paintings, Experiences, & More!

    By Becky Fitzgerald on February 13, 2025

    Do you have your tickets for Art Mingle? No?! There's no better time than right now to secure your spot at this artful fundraising event, set for March 7 at SNW Gallery and Union Hall, 328 Poyntz Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. Art Mingle 2025: Hidden Gems, presented by Community First National Bank, promises to be a delightful evening in the HEART of downtown Manhattan. Your ticket includes savory and sweet options, libations, and lively music by Bell Family Trio. This event benefits Meadowlark Memory Program.

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  • Alyn and Kevin West’s dog, Mädi, strikes a pose similar to the coyote in “Luna 2” by Aaron Morgan Brown, a SNW Gallery featured artist.

    2025 Art Mingle: Gem of an Opportunity Benefits Meadowlark Memory Program

    By Becky Fitzgerald on February 6, 2025

    Mark your calendars! Meadowlark Foundation’s 7th art-related fundraiser is set for Friday, March 7. Art Mingle: Hidden Gems, which benefits Meadowlark Memory Program, returns to 328 Poyntz Ave. with an earlier start time and, taking event-goers’ feedback into consideration, more seating! This Poyntz Avenue location in the HEART of downtown Manhattan is home to SNW Gallery & Custom Frames and Union Hall, which are located inside the historic, 127-year-old Eames Building.

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  • Meadowlark Foundation: Charitable Giving Propels Meadowlark's Funds, Programs, & Projects

    By Becky Fitzgerald on January 30, 2025

    Meadowlark Foundation provides opportunities for private giving to further the person-directed mission of Meadowlark, a local not-for-profit (501(c)3) organization enhancing senior lifestyles.

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  • Vicky Auman, Meadowlark resident and Market volunteer, wears a head lamp while preparing for the June sale. Her rolling furniture repair kit is nearby.

    Service with a Smile: Friendly Atmosphere Adds to Meadowlark Market Success

    By Becky Fitzgerald on December 19, 2024

       “Great sale. Good customer service.”    “Everyone was sweet and helpful.”    “The ladies there are very pleasant and helpful. Thanks!”    “Friendly people!” It’s the holiday season – a time for good tidings and grateful hearts. At Meadowlark Market, the merry and magic associated with Christmas appear to be experienced year-round. The comments above were sent to the Market team by customers during the past several months, and at least one frequent shopper and one Market volunteer echo these sentiments.

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  • The ICE! exhibit at the Gaylord Texan told the story of Rudoph the Red-Nosed Reindeer with larger-than-life ice sculptures.

    'Tis the Season: Holiday Getaway features Texas' Christmas Capital

    By Becky Fitzgerald on December 12, 2024

    More than 1 million visitors are expected to visit Grapevine, Texas, (population 50,981) during its annual Christmas Capital of Texas celebration, and the Meadowlark Travelers were 38 of that number on Dec. 6 and 7, ready to experience some Texas-size fun. In addition to tour leaders Becky Fitzgerald and Monte Spiller, our group was composed of residents, Passport members, and family members.

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  • Kelley Boland of  Junction City strings salvaged beads on framed chicken wire.

    SUNsational CATCHERS: Meadowlark Parkinson's Program Member Creates Shimmering Beauties with Repurposed Items

    By Becky Fitzgerald on October 10, 2024

    Kelley Boland’s beaded designs are doing more than catching sunlight. They are catching much attention wherever they are displayed. Such was the case at August’s Empowered LIVE!, an annual event to empower persons living with Parkinson’s Disease to celebrate life and stay engaged. Boland, a newer member of the Young Onset group supported by Meadowlark Parkinson’s Program, was one of several VIPDs showing off their handiwork and hobbies at the LIVE! gathering, held prior to the Speedy PD Race for Parkinson’s Disease.

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  • HOGtoberfest 2024

    Year 11 for HOG Heaven: Annual Celebration Benefits Good Samaritan Fund

    By Becky Fitzgerald on October 3, 2024

    Oink! Now that the calendar has flipped to October, temperatures are cooling, but activities to benefit Meadowlark Foundation are heating up. It’s HOGTOBERFEST season, and here are a few squeal-worthy announcements!  No. 1 – The 11th annual HOGTOBERFEST, an awareness and fundraising event to benefit Meadowlark Foundation’s Good Samaritan Fund, is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 25!  No. 2 – You asked for it, and you got it! Meadowlark’s Prairie Star Restaurant and Event Venue is once again this year’s celebration location! 

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