September 2023 Newsletter
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 with members.
Our Veterans Golf Outing was a great success as we raised $4,663! This could not have been possible without the members and local businesses who sponsored the event. A big thanks to Brent Crabtree for putting this outing together. I know coordinating 84 golfers isn’t an easy task. Also, a big thanks to those who helped cook and drive the beer carts all day.
I also want to take a moment to thank a handful of members and staff for stepping up on a Friday night to help in the kitchen. Kathy, Dakota, Ryan, Nathan, Brendan, Chris, and Brent – Thank you for doing what Elks should do and helping in a time of need. We also have a deeper appreciation for what our kitchen staff does on a weekly basis, and we can’t thank them enough for their hard work.
The next few months are the busiest months of the year at the Lodge. You will want to keep your calendar up-to-date and MAKE RESERVATIONS for each event. One event that is you need to get your reservation in for today is the Cancer Dance on September 16th. We will have the John Beatrice Band and it is bound to be another wonderful event.
We will also start opening on Sundays for Colts games with volunteer bartenders and a pitch-in with food. If you are interested in bartending, there will be a sign-up sheet on the board (you will need to have your bartending license). You can DO THE BLUE with us and have fun watching the Colts.
One last note: It’s important to remember that most things at the Lodge would not be possible without the members and volunteers. We need to continue to support each other and embody the spirit of being an Elk. Be kind and treat each other with respect.
Mike Hacker
Exalted Ruler
From the Club Operations Manager
Hello! I hope this finds you enjoying the last days of summer 2023.
With fall quickly approaching, we are gearing up for peak fundraising season and it begins on Saturday, September 16, with the Cancer Dance. If you have not already made your reservation, please do so soon as we are anticipating a sold out crowd for this event. Dinner will be served from 6-8:30pm and the John Beatrice Band will provide entertainment for the night!
As we have started a new Treasure Hunt game and it has been a while since the last one, please take a moment to review the rules for the drawing,
Elks #484 Treasure Hunt Rules – September 2023
1. Drawings will be held each Saturday at 7pm
2. Tickets are $1 each
3. Before being placed in the barrel for drawing, each ticket must have: ** Full Name **Working Telephone Number Including area code **A number Selection Between 1 – 52 Available numbers will be posted each week
4. Only 1 name per ticket
5. Tickets may be purchased any time the lodge is open for business
6. If a ticket appears to be altered in any way, it will be considered invalid 7. Once a weekly ticket is drawn, all others will be discarded. A new drawing will be held the following Saturday.
8. This is an uncapped, accumulative drawing raffle with the lodge reining 25% of the ticket sales
9. When the jackpot window has been drawn, the raffle is done
10. Elks Lodge #484 reserves the right to pay jackpot sum within 5 days of a valid winning ticket being presented
11. Jackpot winner must provide a valid driver’s license or acceptable photo ID upon claiming prize
12. A 1099 tax form will be issued to the raffle winner
13. If not present for drawing, winners will be awarded one half of the prize.
Wishing you a safe and happy Labor Day! Hope to see you soon!
Kathy Hunt
Operations Manager
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