NEWS
News from the Maine Elks AssociationMEA Winning Calendars for June
| June | Ticket # | Amount | Name | Lodge | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 837 | $50.00 | Gary Raindon | 188 | ||
| 2 | 983 | $25.00 | Claire Brown | 1470 | ||
| 3 | 303 | $25.00 | Marie Varian | 934 | ||
| 4 | 47 | $25.00 | Ethan Hoard | 2743 | ||
| 5 | 48 | $25.00 | Carolyn Bessey | 2743 | ||
| 6 | 85 | $25.00 | Nan Boutin | 2743 | ||
| 7 | 967 | $50.00 | Jeffery Cameron | 1008 | ||
| 8 | 117 | $50.00 | Tim Rodrigue | 964 | ||
| 9 | 1529 | $25.00 | Justin Blackstone | 2743 | ||
| 10 | 29 | $25.00 | Rhonda Boynton | 2743 | ||
| 11 | 806 | $25.00 | Alice Caron | 1954 | ||
| 12 | 596 | $25.00 | Joan Chatfield | 1293 | ||
| 13 | 1181 | $25.00 | Lanny White | 905 | ||
| 14 | 408 | $50.00 | Edward Darnall | 1597 | ||
| 15 | 1126 | $50.00 | Kaiden Querec | 905 | ||
| 16 | 104 | $25.00 | Susie Sampson | 964 | ||
| 17 | 1328 | $25.00 | Terry Steward | 905 | ||
| 18 | 1460 | $25.00 | Rob Rossignol | 244 | ||
| 19 | 705 | $100.00 | Kami Patterson | 1521 | ||
| 20 | 801 | $25.00 | Tina Dougherty | 1954 | ||
| 21 | 503 | $50.00 | Tim Harris | 2430 | ||
| 22 | 1159 | $50.00 | Linda Hodgdon | 905 | ||
| 23 | 299 | $25.00 | Victoria Payson | 244 | ||
| 24 | 1162 | $25.00 | Chad Roy | 905 | ||
| 25 | 831 | $25.00 | Barbara Pilejgi | 188 | ||
| 26 | 240 | $25.00 | Kason Dalton | 244 | ||
| 27 | 151 | $25.00 | Michelle Bates | 244 | ||
| 28 | 615 | $50.00 | Brian Shaw | 835 | ||
| 29 | 857 | $50.00 | Joan Harmon | 188 | ||
| 30 | 143 | $25.00 | Steve Quimby | 964 | ||
State Presidents Summer Message
Since the state convention in May Joleen and I have made a visit to the Presque Isle Lodge. We arrived Friday evening and were met at the hotel by ER Tina Dougherty. We check in to our room where we were provided with snacks and beverages along with a Welcome sign. We then stopped at the lodge and were met there by PER Alan Harding and PSP Jim Ferland & Daphne. We had a great dinner at Rodney’s and then proceeded back to the lodge to mingle with the members. After Saturday morning breakfast and we were taken for a tour of NMCC (my Alma-mater BTW) guided by PER Rubin Caron. We then were off to the annual Get Hooked on Fishing kids fishing derby. The weather may have not been the best but the kids all had fun even though only four fish were caught. Every child entered in the contest was also entered in a drawing where every kid’s name was drawn and they were able to chose a gift from the hundreds of gifts provided by the lodge – Great Job to the Presque Isle Elks! That evening we spent a bit more time at the lodge socializing, playing pool and enjoying the fellowship with great Elks and new friends. After Sunday breakfast with ER Tina and Craig we got back on the road back to Sanford. Thank you Presque Isle for the great weekend.
On June 26 Joleen and I boarded a plane for Kansas City and the National convention. For Saturday’s Ritual competition I had the great pleasure of ringing the 11’th hour bell for the Maine Ritual Team from Sanford. They executed a great ritual and should all be proud of how well they performed. Sunday afternoon we attended the Flag and Toast competition, where Maine was represented by J. Andrew Bolz from the Sanford lodge. Andy represented Maine very well but came up short against some tough competition. During the Sunday evening opening ceremonies I had the profound honor of presenting the Maine State flag. As I was crossing in front of the stage I could clearly hear the Maine contingent cheering me on.
Monday was the business meeting and then in the afternoon I had the pleasure of meeting and getting a photo with the new GER, Bryan Klatt. That evening was a reception for our new GER Bryan and his wife Susan.
Tuesday morning was the business meetings, and balloting on resolutions. I was tapped to assist in collecting ballots during the voting. Tuesday afternoon Joleen attended a luncheon with then current first lady Julia Schiefer.
Wednesday morning was memorial service and installation of offices and DD’s – Congratulations to Aaron, Phil and Jeff.
On July 12, back in Maine, Joleen and I attended the Sandford Elks’ Ray Bourre Day at Iron Tails Saloon in Acton, Me. This well-attended MCCP fundraising event features 50/50s, t-shirt sales and silent & live auctions.
As I am writing this Joleen and I are preparing to visit Farmington Elks for their lobster feed, then Portland lodge for sailing on Casco Bay and dinner at their lodge. We will then head north to Millinocket for their lodge visit and the Sunday morning state meeting. We look forward to seeing you all in Millinocket.
Corey DeWitt, PER, PDDGER
Maine Elks Association President
“Guitars 4 Vets” Graduation
On Monday, July 7th four vets completed their ten-week course learning to play guitar. Pictured is each vet with their sponsor. Through thei unique, ten-week structured guitar instruction program, Guitars 4 Vets puts the healing power of music in the hands of our nation’s heroes, helping to foster renewal, connection and community.
Representing from Bangor lodge #244 is Trustee Gary Turner, Treasurer Scott Monroe, member Dana Fogg, ER Randy Bates, and PER Jan Winkler, who is also our lodge photographer.
Owie 2025 Kicks-off from Bangor
Thank you to the Elks riders for starting your ride at the Bangor Lodge #244.
Saturday, July 12th about 40 riders stopped at Bangor for donuts, coffee, & juice with registration done by Mindy Voisine & Jeff Bosse.
ENF Money goes to Maine Veterans
On June 12th, I had the great honor and pleasure of visiting the Maine Veterans Home in Machias to present a $1,000 check from the ENVSC & Maine Elks Association Veterans Program to support the activities department that works so diligently to enhance the daily lives of our veterans in their care. I was impressed with the facility and their great works and appreciative of the warm welcome by Arlena (Director), Blaise, Skye and Judy.
My goal this year is to work with our Elks National Veterans Service Commission Headquarters in Chicago to adopt the remaining 5 Maine Veterans Homes across our state and have Elk Representatives and District Representatives in each of these homes, as we have established here in Augusta with the Maine Veterans Home and the Togus V.A.
We already have Representatives from several lodges, in the vicinity of these Veterans Homes ready to go, once we receive approval from ENVSC.
The Maine Elks Association is on the move to honor and serve our veterans from Kittery to Presque Isle. We, welcome, involvement from Lodges across the State.
Have an upcoming event, idea, question or concerns, please contact me at #207-441-2838.
Thank You!
Shu