From the Exalted Ruler In just a few weeks, we will see the return of football, colorful leaves, and cooler temperatures. We have had a very busy summer at the Lodge, and I want to thank everyone who made all the events, outings, and dinners possible. We have had multiple class reunions, two fantasy football drafts, and a few very busy dinner nights. It has been busy, but I love to see the Lodge full Read more…
From The Exalted Ruler And just like that, here we are in August! It is my pleasure to let you know that our Lodge has received $15,005.88 in grant funding from New Castle Main Street and their Building Renovation Assistance Program. This funding will be used to fix our A/C units and replace all the flooring in the bar, kitchen, dry storage, and dishwashing room. Thank you to Chris Wilkey for applying for this grant Read more…
From The Exalted Ruler July is here and we are continuing our fundraising and events this summer! I wanted to start by giving you an update on our Cancer Golf Outing. I believe set a record on the total amount raised with a final amount of $6,110. We’re lucky to have so many great members and local businesses supporting this cause. I want to thank everyone that helped pull this outing off this year. Brent Read more…
From The Exalted Ruler Wow. May was a busy month at the Lodge and I know we hit the ground running for June as well. I wrote this newsletter in the middle of May, but I imagine the Memorial Day Breakfast and Parade was a blast! The PER Ball was a huge success, and I can’t thank our volunteers and staff enough. Cinda and her crew made the place look amazing and Tara and the Read more…
From The Exalted Ruler: Have you paid your dues? It’s that time where we send the check to our Grand Lodge, and we need all our members to pay their dues ASAP. If you do not pay, you lose access to the Lodge, entry into any drawings (daily, weekly, monthly), ability to purchase drinks, and access to our events. Now that we have that out of the way, I would like to thank everyone for Read more…
From The Exalted Rules I didn’t expect to be writing this newsletter again this soon, but I’m excited that I have the pleasure to serve as the Exalted Ruler again for the Elks 484. Gary Purvis did a great job leading the Lodge last year and I hope to continue to build on our successes. And as everyone knows, this job wouldn’t be possible without all the amazing people who help behind the scenes. So, Read more…
From the Exalted Ruler I want to personally thank the members of our lodge for allowing me the opportunity to serve as your ER. In addition to the staff and officers, it isn’t even possible for me to mention all of those who have work behind the scenes to make our lodge better during my year. All of you are certainly appreciated. I know that Mike Hacker will do a great job and I hope Read more…
From the Exalted Ruler Our fundraiser for January was another successful bar crawl. Mike Hacker and Chris Wilkey did a great job organizing this event which resulted in a nice donation to the Miracle League Diamonds. I am thankful for all of our staff, officers and volunteers who have helped us in our dedication to charity and community support. As we head into February, here are the things to note: At our first Lodge meeting Read more…