Augusta Lodge News
Exalted Ruler's Message
Dear Members,
WOW!!! Where has the summer gone? June, July and August flew by. Even for the slow months, we kept pretty busy. We initiated eight new members into our Elk family on July 31st.We seem to be doing very well in recruiting quality members to our great Brotherhood. Please remember, without members we would not exist. If you know someone interested in volunteering and becoming a member, please get them involved.
The birthday bash continues to amaze me. It is exciting to watch it grow from month to month. Many thanks to the birthday committee for all the hard work it takes to entertain our members every month.
The annual Bocce ball tournament went very well again this year. Gary Minoty did a great job organizing that event. Thank you.
September and October are lining up to be very busy. September brings us the Lobster and Steak feed, the birthday bash and Jam night. For our youth; we have the Family Fall Festival and the Lodge Soccer Shoot. Please bring the kids out for the busy weekend we have planned on Sept. 25 and 26.
Then, of course, we have FOOTBALL!!!!! We are at the beginning of another great season for football and finishing up baseball with playoffs to be enjoyed in our great sports lounge. Come out and cheer on your team and enjoy great company of friends at the Lodge.
The Elks golf league came to an end in August. It was a great year on the golf course. We finally had a summer of great weather. Thanks go out to Scott Gray for a job well done. The final results and scores will be posted in the October newsletter.
Please remember to be extra alert as our children have started school.
Fraternally Yours,
Steve Gilbert
Exalted Ruler
MCCP Golf Tournament
On Friday, July 23 we held the 14th Annual Maine Children's Cancer Program Golf Tournament at the Meadows Golf Club in Litchfield.
Twelve teams participated on a beautiful sunny day. The total money raised will be around $2,000 for the Cancer Center in Scarborough.
To all the sponsors, the players and the volunteers, my sincere thanks and appreciation for your donations, efforts and time.
The sponsors were The Meadows Golf Club, Augusta Fuel Co., G & E Roofing Co.,Inc., Games, Inc., Southern Wine & Spirits of New England, Zep Manufacturing Co., Camera Ready Printing, Inc., S & N Enterprises, Augusta Emblem Club #233, Augusta Elks Lodge #964 Bingo, Erickson Bonding and Insurance Association and O'Connors GMC Buick.
A special thanks to volunteers Vicki Erickson, Scott Gray and Kevin Cowperthwaite.
Bruce S. Fifield
MCCP Chairman
Attention, all veterans
We need to know who you are. Call me at 215-9287 or e-mail me at HASSEN6545@aol.com.
You may also contact Steve Gilbert, Exalted Ruler at 649-7964 or Bob Drisko, Secretary at 623-9623.
We are planning a Veterans Remembrance Day on the Oct. 22. We hope to make this a special night for our veterans and raise some money and donated items for the homeless veterans. Mark your calendars and be a part of recognizing our veterans.
Thanks for your help.
David Hassen
Veterans Coordinator
September Birthday Bash
Enjoy the monthly Birthday Bash on Friday, Sept. 10. Munchies disappear fast, so come early! Free T-shirt to attending members with August birthdays! Trivia game, prizes, 50/50 tickets, great music and much, much more.
Lobster or steak feed Sunday, Sept. 12
Enjoy a steak with baked potato and corn on the cob for $16 or two lobsters, corn on the cob and baked potato for $22. Tickets are on sale at the lodge. Serving time is 1- 3 p.m. and music will be provided by Rog & Re 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. This event is open to members and guests.
Augusta Elks Scholarship Tournament Sept. 17
The annual Augusta Elks Scholarship Tournament gets underway on Friday, Sept. 17 at The Meadows Golf Club in Litchfield. Registration is 9:30 a.m. and tee tine is 11 a.m. Entry fee is $280 for a four-person team. For information, contact Chairman Gary Cooper.
Miss Elk Ugly 2010 set for Sept. 18
Yes, it's back! The Miss Elk Ugly Show returns by popular demand on Saturday, Sept. 18 with dinner from 5:30 - 7 p.m. and the show starting at 7:30 p.m. This is a "beauty pageant" you won't want to miss. Tickets are only $10 per person, and members and guests are welcome.
Family Fun Festival Sept. 25
Bring the kids and the whole family to the Family Fun Festival at the Augusta Elks Lodge on Sept. 25. Enjoy carnival games, a dunk tank, bounce slide, Mr. Harley, Pedro the Clown, balloon animals, plus hamburgers, hot dogs, face painting, prizes and lots of fun from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Donation is $5 per person/$15 per Family. Proceeds to benefit Bread of Life Homeless Shelter. For more information contact Lorana at 330-1082.
Crossin' Mason Dixon Sept. 25
Enjoy music by Crossin' Mason Dixon at the Augusta Elks Lodge on Saturday, Sept. 25 with a chicken barbecue at 6 p.m. and live music starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 single and $20 per couple, and the price includes two adult tickets and one Family Festival pass. For more information, contact Lorana at 330-1082.
Bulletin Board
Sept. 7: House Committee, 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 10: Birthday Bash
Sept. 12: Steak or lobster feed
Sept. 14: Trustees, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 17: Scholarship Golf Tournament
Sept. 18: Miss Elk Ugly Night
Sept. 21: House Committee, 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 23: Jam Night 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Sept. 25: Family Fun Festival
Sept. 26: Lodge Soccer Shoot
Sept. 28: Trustees, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m.
Club Room Hours
Monday-Tuesday 11a.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday-Thursday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday (with function) 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sunday (no function) 12-8 p.m.