BULLETIN. December Officers. Hoboken Elks Lodge 74, 1005 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ

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BULLETIN December 2016 2016-2017 Officers Exalted Ruler..Brian Keller Leading Knight..Meagan Matthews Loyal Knight...Cristina Cushing Lecturing Knight...James Dilworth Secretary.

1 BULLETIN December Officers Exalted Ruler..Brian Keller Leading Knight..Meagan Matthews Loyal Knight...Cristina Cushing Lecturing Knight...James Dilworth Secretary...Heather Lasher Treasurer...Michael Mastropasqua Chaplain...John Maestrey Esquire...Martin Nathan Justice...Walter Dirkin Trustee...Jason Maurer PER Trustee...Bart Reilly PER Trustee...Nicholas De Trizio Trustee...Jude Fitzgibbons, PDDGER Trustee...Thomas Settembre PER House Chairs...Eddie Madigan & Tom Foley Tiler...Victor Alvarez Editorial Board: Cristina Cushing (Chair) Brian Keller William Duke Earle William Keller Jason Maurer Yvonne Rosa Thomas Settembre Dear Fellow Elks, The Holidays are upon us. It is a time for thanks, a time for reflection, and time for cheer. My hope is that this letter finds you and family in good health and in good spirits. Please take a few moments to read about some of our successful events on the following pages. Thank you to all who attended. A special thank you to those who put in the time and effort needed to pull off such wonderful events. Upcoming events include the Special Needs Children s Party and the East District Special Children s Winter Festival. Also, I look forward to seeing all you at our upcoming events and our monthly meetings on the 1st and 3rd Thursday. I ask, if you have not already done so, please pay your dues for the year. Your dues are crucial for the benefits our membership. It helps with the funding of lodge improvements, events and most importantly our charitable programs. Regards to you and your families! Brian Keller Exalted Ruler Hoboken Elks Lodge 74, 1005 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ

2 GOOD OF THE ORDER SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN S CHRISTMAS PARTY Every year the Hoboken Elks hosts the Special Needs Children s Chirstmas Party. This party is a very special part of the lodge s legacy and enjoyed by so many children with their families. The excitement when Santa pulls up on a Hoboken Fire Truck could melt the coldest heart. Every child leaves with a present and every belly is full! This year s party is Saturday, December 10th. Volunteers are welcome at 11 AM. The party begins at noon. Gift bags are assembled & tables are set the Friday night before, December 9th. Volunteers are also welcome. The guest list is invitation only. If anyone knows a special needs child who we can add to our guest list, please the name and address to Rick Gerbehy at mrhst1@hotmail.com. He will ensure the family receives an invitation. Santa s Arrival December 2015 Page 2

GOOD OF THE ORDER HOBOKEN VETERANS DAY CEREMONY All Lodge members, Hoboken residents and guests are invited to the Hoboken Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, November 11th, 11 a.m. at Elysian Park at the WWI Monument (10th & Hudson).

3 GOOD OF THE ORDER HOBOKEN VETERANS DAY CEREMONY All Lodge members, Hoboken residents and guests are invited to the Hoboken Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, November 11th, 11 a.m. at Elysian Park at the WWI Monument (10th & Hudson). Coordinated by Hoboken American Legion Post 107 and Hoboken Elks Lodge 74. Lunch following the ceremony will be held at Hoboken Elks Lodge 1005 Washington Street. SAVE THE DATE! Join us for these exciting events at the Hoboken Elks! Monday Night Football Every Monday during the Season starting at 6. Bar/Grill Room Lodge Meetings Every first and third Thursday of the month at 7:30 Meeting Room Special Needs Children s Christmas Party Saturday, 12/10 12 p.m. Ballroom This invitation only, annual event will take place 12/10. Volunteers are always needed and extremely welcome. If interested, please Meagan@hobokenelks.com New Year s Eve, Saturday, 12/31 The bar is open! Please consider us your NYE headquarters. Please join us on Facebook at facebook.com/hobokenelks or submit your address to secretary@hobokenelks. com to keep up to date with the latest Hoboken Elks news AMERICANISM ESSAY CONTEST The Americanism Essay Contest theme is Why Is It Important to Vote? The contest is open to children in grades 5, 6, 7 or 8. Official contest forms are available by contacting Cristina Cushing, Loyal Knight at cristina@hobokenelks.com. The deadline is December 16, Contest Rules: 1. Eligible partcipants must be students enrolled in 5th, 6th, 7th or 8th grade at the time of the contest. 2. Essay length is not to exceed 300 words. 3. Essay must be typed or legibly written in pen. Also, entry must be submitted as written, or typed, by entrant. 4. Essay must be submitted for judging to the Elks Lodge closest to the address of the entrant. 5. Participant must be identified by name, grade, school attending, and sponsoring Elks Lodge on essay. The top three winners in each division will receive a prize from the State Association, and the first place winners will be considered in the National Contest. Page Page 3 5

2016 ITALIAN NIGHT GOOD OF THE ORDER 2016 HALLOWEEN Congratulions to our Italian Woman of the Year Liz Romano and Italian

Jessi Lee (food), Liz Romano & Sherri Sparacino (prizes) & as always Eddie Madigan (everything in between).

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED There are very important positions that need to be filled: Monday Night Football Co-Chair Membership

4 2016 ITALIAN NIGHT GOOD OF THE ORDER 2016 HALLOWEEN Congratulions to our Italian Woman of the Year Liz Romano and Italian Gentleman of the Year Walter Sparacino! They are featured below in a photo with past winners. The Member Halloween Party was a hit! Thank you to everyone who dressed up and volunteered, especially Arlene Halmo & Holly Halmo (decorations), Jamie Matthews & Jessi Lee (food), Liz Romano & Sherri Sparacino (prizes) & as always Eddie Madigan (everything in between). Congratulations to our costume winners for Best Duo/ Group, Most Original and Best Overall! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED There are very important positions that need to be filled: Monday Night Football Co-Chair Membership Chairperson If interested, please officers@hobokenelks.com or attend a lodge meeting for more information. MEMBER BLOGS William Duke Earle s and Bill Keller s op-eds have gone digital. Check them out at: Page 4 Page 5

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