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News from the Maine Elks AssociationLodge Supports Vets at Christmas
The Augusta Elks Lodge #964 Veterans Committee participated once again in the Adopt-A-Veteran Program for the Maine Veterans Home in Augusta. It was such an honor to fulfill the gift requests for these amazing Veterans!
Pictured at right are Kenneth Gotreau, Exalted Ruler of the Augusta Elks Lodge #964 presenting the Christmas gifts to Mona Boucher, Director of Life Enrichment & Volunteer Services at the Maine Veterans Home in Augusta along with FIrst Lady Jean.
November Calendars
Nov 2025 Calendar Winners
| Nov | Ticket # | Amount | Name | Lodge | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 605 | $50.00 | Thelma Cusiak | 1293 | ||
| 2 | 1266 | $50.00 | Jenny Brown | 2743 | ||
| 3 | 783 | $25.00 | Frenchy Beauheu | 1287 | ||
| 4 | 114 | $25.00 | Emily Lathrop | 964 | ||
| 5 | 1498 | $25.00 | Kent Stanley | 2743 | ||
| 6 | 572 | $25.00 | Danny Gray | 1293 | ||
| 7 | 732 | $25.00 | Phyllis Goddine | 1521 | ||
| 8 | 386 | $50.00 | Sherry Covbeil | 1597 | ||
| 9 | 540 | $50.00 | Courtney Leeman | 2430 | ||
| 10 | 20 | $25.00 | Michael Marino | 2743 | ||
| 11 | 357 | $100.00 | Floyd Howes | 1597 | ||
| 12 | 1387 | $25.00 | Sue C. Bassi | 244 | ||
| 13 | 970 | $25.00 | Tom Wenchus | 1008 | ||
| 14 | 42 | $25.00 | Christa Scott | 2743 | ||
| 15 | 15 | $50.00 | John Owen | 2743 | ||
| 16 | 547 | $50.00 | Alison Laverdier | 2430 | ||
| 17 | 1178 | $25.00 | Carlette Eaton | 905 | ||
| 18 | 1447 | $25.00 | Joshua Devlin | 244 | ||
| 19 | 891 | $25.00 | Joe Winschel | 188 | ||
| 20 | 1254 | $25.00 | John H Rossmeisl Sr. | 2788 | ||
| 21 | 1296 | $25.00 | Scott Dorval | 905 | ||
| 22 | 711 | $50.00 | Margaret White | 1521 | ||
| 23 | 502 | $50.00 | Vicky LaBree | 2430 | ||
| 24 | 1408 | $25.00 | Eric Baxter | 244 | ||
| 25 | 585 | $25.00 | Roberta Whitney | 1293 | ||
| 26 | 338 | $25.00 | Gary Henderson | 1597 | ||
| 27 | 290 | $25.00 | Shannon Richardson | 244 | ||
| 28 | 1175 | $25.00 | Donald Dorr | 905 | ||
| 29 | 120 | $50.00 | Linda Walter | 964 | ||
| 30 | 1632 | $50.00 | Karen Bloom | 244 | ||
Augusta Elks Earn Community Award
On November 12, 2025, the Kennebec Journal held its annual “Readers’ Choice” awards ceremony at the Augusta Elks Lodge #964. The Lodge was one of three finalists in the Civic/Fraternal Organization category, and the readers of the newspaper chose the Augusta Elks Lodge as the #1 Civic/Fraternal organization in the Augusta area. Other nominees included the Calumet Club and the Augusta Rotary.
This award is part of the Kennebec Journal Readers’ Choice, an annual community contest that recognizes the best local businesses and organizations in Kennebec County. Readers nominate and vote for their favorites, and the winners are celebrated at a live awards ceremony and featured in a special edition of Central Maine Sunday.
Augusta Elks Serve Homeless Veterans
The Augusta Elks were honored to participate in the annual Homeless Veterans Stand Down that was held on November 5, 2025, at Mill Park in Augusta. The Veterans Committee donated ten $25 Hannaford Gift Cards for the event as well as 40 To-Go Lunches. Pictured are LeeAnn Trask presenting the Gift Cards to Sarah Goodman of VA Voluntary Services. The Augusta Lodge Veterans Committee members Nanci Kittredge, Harvey Bubier and Jimi Searle along with Waterville Elk, Brenda Crocker spent the day handing out the To-Go lunches.
The Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services and community partners with Elks and other community organizations to host a series of Homeless Veterans Mobile Stand Downs to connect homeless and at-risk veterans to housing resources, benefits, healthcare services, employment and training opportunities, personal care items, winter clothing, haircuts, food, and other community resources.
October Calendars
Oct 2025 Calendar Winners.xlsx
| Oct | Ticket # | Amount | Name | Lodge | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1416 | $25.00 | Mark Johnson | 244 | ||
| 2 | 1136 | $25.00 | Betty Pellitier | 905 | ||
| 3 | 289 | $25.00 | Khloe Atkinson | 244 | ||
| 4 | 1483 | $50.00 | Sherry Pushaw Casas | 1008 | ||
| 5 | 392 | $50.00 | Rachel Panik | 1597 | ||
| 6 | 243 | $25.00 | Dale Ruggeiri | 244 | ||
| 7 | 1143 | $25.00 | Sue Hubert | 905 | ||
| 8 | 307 | $25.00 | Allison Arsenault | 934 | ||
| 9 | 640 | $25.00 | Mike Brown | 835 | ||
| 10 | 1405 | $25.00 | Adam Freeman | 244 | ||
| 11 | 508 | $50.00 | Katelyb Bachelder | 2430 | ||
| 12 | 81 | $50.00 | Nicole Boutin | 2743 | ||
| 13 | 129 | $100.00 | Myra Drisko | 964 | ||
| 14 | 1472 | $25.00 | Linda Ward | 244 | ||
| 15 | 1436 | $25.00 | Scott Wheeler | 244 | ||
| 16 | 857 | $25.00 | Joan Harmon | 188 | ||
| 17 | 644 | $25.00 | Roger Graham | 835 | ||
| 18 | 152 | $50.00 | Randy Bates | 244 | ||
| 19 | 1300 | $50.00 | Getson Miranda | 905 | ||
| 20 | 654 | $25.00 | Robbie Aucoin | 835 | ||
| 21 | 1525 | $25.00 | Eric Butters | 2743 | ||
| 22 | 976 | $25.00 | Maggie Moody | 1470 | ||
| 23 | 18 | $25.00 | Michael Marino | 2743 | ||
| 24 | 1464 | $25.00 | Kevin Overlock | 244 | ||
| 25 | 1363 | $50.00 | Cindy Millett | 1470 | ||
| 26 | 1398 | $50.00 | Mark Cushing | 244 | ||
| 27 | 355 | $25.00 | Jane Caron | 1597 | ||
| 28 | 599 | $25.00 | Amy Grecenko | 1293 | ||
| 29 | 1290 | $25.00 | Ollie Stratton | 905 | ||
| 30 | 29 | $25.00 | Rhonda Boynton | 2743 | ||
| 31 | 1558 | $25.00 | Katie Shaw | 1470 | ||
The MEA Welcomes GER Klatt
Maine Elks Association President Corey & Joleen Dewitt are excited to welcome the BPOE’s Grand Exalted Ruler Bryan and Mrs Susan Klatt for their official visit to our great state from November 11th to 13th.
During their visit the First Couple will be meeting Maine Elks during a luncheon at the Biddeford-Saco Elks Lodge on November 11th.
Additionally, GER Bryan and Susan will be hosted at a banquet the evening of November 12th at the Portland lodge.
GER Klatt Biography GER Visit Information
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Augusta Elks Supporting Their Community
Elk Care, Elks Share
Giving back to the community is at the heart of everything we do!
Ken Gotreau, Exalted Ruler of the Augusta Elks, Lodge #964, proudly presents a check for $250 to Anna Cooney, Director of Donor Engagement at the Maine Children’s Home, also known as the Home for Little Wanderers.
Founded in 1899, the Waterville-based organization has evolved with the changing needs of families and children. MCH supports individuals and families of all ages throughout the state of Maine through four core programs that provide essential items during the winter-holiday months, young-parent support, mental health counseling, and adoption.
Together, we’re making a difference in the lives of children and families.
Click the link to learn below to more about the Maine Children’s Home:
https://www.
Ellsworth Supports School Backpack Program
ELLSWORTH — The Ellsworth Elks Lodge, with its motto “Elks care, Elks share,” has begun donating a total of $10,000 to backpack programs at area schools this fall as part of its efforts to support local communities and youths.
Hancock Grammar School recently received a donation of $2,000 to support its backpack program.
Cave Hill School in Eastbrook, Mountain View School in Sullivan, Pemetic Elementary School in Southwest Harbor, Surry Elementary School, Trenton Elementary School, Ella Lewis School in Steuben, Peninsula School in Prospect Harbor and Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School have received or will receive $1,000 each.
October 12 MEA Agenda
Good morning officers, GL members and committee chairs. Please see attached Order of Business for the upcoming state meeting in Skowhegan. In order to move the meeting along, please be prepared to give your report in a timely manner following the report prior to yours. Also, please forward your report to the state secretary so that it can be incorporated into the meeting minutes.
I look forward to seeing you all at the Skowhegan-Madison Lodge this weekend. Safe travels and see you then. AGENDA
Thank you,
Corey DeWitt, PER, PDDGER
Maine Elks State President
September Winners Drawn!
| Sept | Ticket # | Amount | Name | Lodge | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 541 | $100.00 | Claris Ranger | 2430 | ||
| 2 | 1408 | $25.00 | Eric Bxter | 244 | ||
| 3 | 1482 | $25.00 | Mary Pushaw | 1008 | ||
| 4 | 634 | $25.00 | Jason Clayton | 835 | ||
| 5 | 1388 | $25.00 | Patti Genthner | 244 | ||
| 6 | 833 | $50.00 | Barbara Pilejgi | 188 | ||
| 7 | 1593 | $50.00 | Brandy Clough | 1470 | ||
| 8 | 672 | $25.00 | Peter Premkumar | 1521 | ||
| 9 | 517 | $25.00 | Stephen Spielvogel | 2430 | ||
| 10 | 329 | $25.00 | Annie Wright | 934 | ||
| 11 | 721 | $25.00 | Kelly Mason | 1521 | ||
| 12 | 977 | $25.00 | Maggie Moody | 1470 | ||
| 13 | 587 | $50.00 | Anthony Marson | 1293 | ||
| 14 | 1560 | $50.00 | Fred Daniels | 1470 | ||
| 15 | 1613 | $25.00 | Dwayne T Guy | 2743 | ||
| 16 | 854 | $25.00 | Tim Smith | 188 | ||
| 17 | 1428 | $25.00 | Cathy Burke | 244 | ||
| 18 | 708 | $25.00 | Monda Drew | 1521 | ||
| 19 | 825 | $25.00 | Michael Binette | 188 | ||
| 20 | 288 | $50.00 | Kya Atkinson | 244 | ||
| 21 | 692 | $50.00 | Laura McDonald | 1521 | ||
| 22 | 104 | $25.00 | Susie Sampson | 964 | ||
| 23 | 1158 | $25.00 | Mary Hodgdon | 905 | ||
| 24 | 647 | $25.00 | Shelly Ledger | 835 | ||
| 25 | 1417 | $25.00 | Ken Dunn | 244 | ||
| 26 | 961 | $25.00 | Robert Walker | 1008 | ||
| 27 | 901 | $50.00 | Ralph Post | 1008 | ||
| 28 | 400 | $50.00 | Rick Savoy | 1597 | ||
| 29 | 1389 | $25.00 | Erika Payson | 244 | ||
| 30 | 295 | $25.00 | Heidi Gilman | 244 | ||
| 31 | 378 | $25.00 | Donna Gilbert | 1597 | ||