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News from the Maine Elks AssociationLodge Event for the Portland Community
Portland Elks Harvest Craft & Bake Sale 9am to 3pm Saturday, October 18th
Thirty-five local vendors will fill the Alden Ballroom with their crafts; lunch served in the Member’s Lounge; Bake Sale with lots of cakes, candies, cookies in the Foyer; Homemade Chicken Pot Pies while they last!! Portland Elks #188, 1945 Congress Street, Portland, Maine 04102
Contact Kim Toppi at (207) 329-0845 or ktoppi@maine.rr.com for more information
Elks contribute to Maine Veterans’ Home in Caribou, Maine.
On Thursday, July 31, 2025, Laurence Shorette, Maine Elks Association’s representative at the Maine Veterans’ Home in Caribou, Maine, presented to Melissa Graham, administrator of the nursing home, a check for $1,000.00 to assist in paying for entertainment activities for residents of that facility.
Shown above with Laurence is James Gehring, Maine Elks National Veterans Service Commission Assistant for the Northern District, and Tina Dougherty, Exalted Ruler of Presque Isle Lodge #1954.
Bangor Elks Delivers Donation to Veterans Home
Just recently, Bangor Elks lodge #244 received a $1000 check from the Maine Elks’ Association Veterans committee. The check was taken to the Maine Veterans home in Bangor.
While there we got to meet some of the Veteran residents and received a tour of their activities department. At the end of the tour PDDGER Brooke Green presented the $1000 check to Editha Young, activities director at the Veterans home. Editha was very appreciative of what Bangor Elks lodge #244 do for our Veterans. Pictured are (L to R) Exalted Ruler of Bangor lodge #244, Randy Bates, PDDGER and current state trustee Brooke Green and Bangor Veterans Home Activities Director Editha Young.
Bangor Elks Donate $1,000 to Maine Veterans Home
The Bangor Elks Lodge #244 recently presented a check for $1,000 to the Maine Veterans Home in Bangor, Maine, as part of their ongoing commitment to supporting local veterans. Lodge members, including Exalted Ruler Randy Bates and Past Exalted Ruler Brooke Green, visited the facility to personally deliver the donation and spend time with the residents.
During their visit, they toured the Home’s vibrant activities department, guided by Activities Director Editha Young. The department plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for veterans through recreational programming, community outings, and therapeutic engagement. From bingo nights and gardening projects to musical performances and cultural events, the activities team fosters a sense of joy and connection among residents.
Pictured at left are (L-R): ER Randy Bates, PER Brooke Green, and Bangor Veterans Home Activities Director Editha Young.
The Elks’ support of our veterans reflects their deep respect for those who served. In addition to financial contributions, the Lodge has also sponsored events that help relate meaningful experiences for the veterans and their families.
This donation will help fund future activities and provide resources for personal needs and therapeutic programs, continuing the Elks’ mission to honor and uplift those who have given so much.
MEA Winning Calendars for July 2025
| July | Ticket # | Amount | Name | Lodge | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 880 | $25.00 | Gary Murphy | 188 | ||
| 2 | 1632 | $25.00 | Karen Bloom | 244 | ||
| 3 | 80 | $25.00 | Elizabeth Gordon | 2743 | ||
| 4 | 1142 | $100.00 | Deb Labrie | 905 | ||
| 5 | 531 | $50.00 | Louann Harris | 2430 | ||
| 6 | 1478 | $50.00 | Linda Ward | 244 | ||
| 7 | 237 | $25.00 | Bob Grant | 244 | ||
| 8 | 1565 | $25.00 | Bruce St Amand | 1470 | ||
| 9 | 36 | $25.00 | Mel Benn | 2743 | ||
| 10 | 364 | $25.00 | Pauline Roy | 1597 | ||
| 11 | 295 | $25.00 | Heidi Gilman | 244 | ||
| 12 | 811 | $50.00 | Todd Hitchcock | 1954 | ||
| 13 | 344 | $50.00 | Cheri Swenson | 1597 | ||
| 14 | 1454 | $25.00 | Emilien Bouchard | 244 | ||
| 15 | 662 | $25.00 | Susan Harvest | 1521 | ||
| 16 | 354 | $25.00 | Debbie Walter | 1597 | ||
| 17 | 497 | $25.00 | Muriel Neil | 2430 | ||
| 18 | 549 | $25.00 | Claris Ranger | 2430 | ||
| 19 | 861 | $50.00 | Victoria Doughty | 188 | ||
| 20 | 1368 | $50.00 | Roger Morrison | 1470 | ||
| 21 | 1581 | $25.00 | Sheri Frechette | 1470 | ||
| 22 | 894 | $25.00 | Joseph Scoler | 188 | ||
| 23 | 1479 | $25.00 | Barbra Currie | 244 | ||
| 24 | 959 | $25.00 | Richard Walker | 1008 | ||
| 25 | 580 | $25.00 | Halely Christie | 1293 | ||
| 26 | 1166 | $50.00 | Kelly Spaulding | 905 | ||
| 27 | 381 | $50.00 | Donna Dusseault | 1597 | ||
| 28 | 229 | $25.00 | Becca Barrera | 244 | ||
| 29 | 1267 | $25.00 | Jacob Grant | 2743 | ||
| 30 | 1572 | $25.00 | Heather Legere | 1470 | ||
| 31 | 794 | $25.00 | Alan Harding | 1954 | ||