Lewiston Elks Lodge #371

NEWSLETTER
December 2014
2014-15 Officers
Michael Aube
Exalted Ruler
Pieter Staples
Leading Knight
Claire Davis
Loyal Knight

November was another good month.

On November 11th Grand Exalted Ruler John
Amen and First Lady Marsha visited the Augusta Lodge and I had the pleasure of meeting
both of them and honoring them with a gift in
their name for ENF and some delicious Whoopie Pies made her
in Lewiston. Both gifts were very much appreciated.

Vacant
Secretary

On November 21st we had our 5th Annual Turkey Bowling completion in which 18 contestants vied for a chance to win a prizes. First Place of a Thanksgiving gift
basket went to Paul Gagne, 2nd place a turkey went to Martin Baily and
3rd placealso a turkey went to Roger Paradis. Last place finisher was
Tina Caron who received a drink chip for a least trying. Special thanks
to our Pin GirlsLiana Pinard, Taylor, Brianna and Morgan for all the
bending and running they did. Everyone had a great time.

Marge Carter
Treasurer

December will be very busy at the Lodge. On December 7th at 10:am will be the Elks Memorial Service. For more details see the From the First Ladys letter on page 2.

Martin Bailey
Chaplain

On December 12th our annual Members Christmas Party will be held on the Grill side with
Pot Luck dinner at 6:00pm, Yankee Swap at 6:30 and Karaoke at 7:00.

Vacant
Inner Guard

On December 14th is our annual Kids Christmas Party at 1:00pm.Please remember you
MUST sign your kids or grandkids up for this event and the registration is at the bar.

Karen Staples
Lecturing Knight
Rick Tibbets
Esquire

Ed McClure
Tiler
Belinda Ashworth
Trustee
Bob Pinard
Trustee
Liana Pinard
Trustee

Lodge Wish List

The lodge is in need of several
items that you might have
available for donation.
We realize some are a little
priceybut you never know
until you ask.
Copy Paper
Dish Rags
Propane Tank
Toilet Paper
Paper Towels
Cleaning ProductsWindex,
Clorox Wipes, Dish Soap...

Our New Years Eve events have not been well attended in the past so we decided to make it
simple this year. DJ Roger Paradis will be providing music and Karaoke from 8 till midnighteveryone bring your own snacks and the lodge will provide the champagne toast and
all the party favorsthere is no charge for this event.
Now on a more serious note. As of this writing, I nor any of my officers have heard of any
member interested in volunteering to be an Officer in this Lodge. The first meeting in February is the deadline for nominations and unfortunately if there are no officers to run the
Lodge after March 31st the Lodge will not be able to open. I am sorry to have to put this so
bluntly but I do not wish to see this Lodge close. So many people have put a lot of work
into trying to make it succeed and I know there are someone members out there that would
make great officers. Please consider a one year commitment to continue to have an Elks
Lodge to come to.
Thank You and Merry Christmas
Yours in Elkdom, Mike Aube, Exalted Ruler
Lewiston Elks Function Hall discounts are available to Lewiston Elk members.
Call today for your wedding receptions, retirement party, anniversary celebration,
luncheon, holiday banquet, or any other gathering that you want to be memorable.
Contact Marge Carter at elks371hallrental@gmail.com or 784-4801.
Discounts, by contract approved by the membership, are available to those who
have been members of the Lewiston Elks Lodge for a period of at least one year.

From the Treasurer

Here's hoping everyone's Thanksgiving was enjoyable! Christmas is fast approaching and many of you will
be busy shopping and preparing for the big day.
There is one thought that I would like to pass on: Don't forget your Lodge. Come on over and participate in the festivities that have been planned like the Memorial Service, Members Christmas Party, Bingo every Wednesday and Friday nights with the most talented singers around. This is the season for family and
friends to get together for fun, love and companionship.
And last but not least, don't forget the real reason for the season.
Wonderful Holiday Season to All!
Marge Carter, Treasurer

From the First Lady

Happy Holidays,
This time of year brings many things to us, snow (although not to early please), Christmas with family and friends, a
New Year, and one of the most touching Elk ceremonies that I have ever seen--The Elk Memorial Service. The first
Sunday in December is designated by Grand Lodge as Elks Memorial Day in which all the brother and sister Elks who
have left us over the past year are individually remembered. Every Elk Lodge across the United States on this day
holds the same ceremony honoring there departed brother and sisters. This is not a private ceremony; it is a celebration
of life with family and friends invited. When I lost my Dad six years ago, it was very comforting to know his brother
and sister Elks cared about and missed him too.
When:
Where:
Time:
Dress:
Why:
Price:

Food:

December 7
Lewiston Elks Lodge
10:00 am Ceremony (this ceremony lasts about 40 min)
The Officers will be in Tuxedo but wear whatever is comfortable
To honor the departed Brother and Sister Elks
Free

The ceremony will be followed by a free Brunch. .

Maureen

2014-2015
Calendar of Events
New events and dates will be added as they are scheduled

Board of Directors
Regular Meeting

Monday 12-8-14
Monday 12-08-14

6:00 PM
7:00 PM

Board of Directors
Regular Meeting

Monday 12-22-14
Monday 12-22-14

6:00 PM
7:00 PM

Beano

every Wednesday

noon

DJ Roger Paradis with Music and Karaoke--Ham Dinner

Elks Memorial Service

December 5, 2014
December 7, 2014

Free Event--no ticket needed

Free Event--no ticket needed

Members Christmas Party--Pot Luck--DJ Roger Paradis

December 12, 2014 Free Event--no ticket needed

Kids Christmas Party

DJ Roger Paradis with Music and Karaoke--Pizza Party
Christmas Day
Christmas Holiday Weekend
Christmas Holiday Weekend
New Year's Eve Party--DJ Roger Paradis with Music and Karaoke
--BYO Snacks
Volunteer Appreciation Night

December 14, 2014 Free Event--no ticket needed

December 19, 2014 Free Event--no ticket needed
December 25, 2014
Closed for the Holiday
December 26, 2014
Closed for the Holiday
December 27, 2014
Closed for the Holiday
December 31, 2014 Free Event--no ticket needed
February 14, 2015

Free Event--no ticket needed

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You can never say Thank You enough to all of the wonderful volunteers and donors who have been able to lend a
hand. This Volunteer Corner is another way to show our appreciation. Without the help of these great volunteers we
would have never been able to have such successful events. Thank You Again
Friday Night Diners & Desserts, BINGO, Bathroom Lobby Renovations, Wish List Donations...
Gesile Landry
Jason Kramer
John Wyman
Mike Michaud

Cecile Paradis
Louie Ouellette
Irene Morin
Dick Guerette

Tina Caron
Dick Guerette
Scott Bussiere
Nancy Mahar

Liana Pinard
Belinda Ashworth
Bob Dubuc
Paul Robinson

Bob Pinard
Claire Pinette
Dennis Marcotte
Emile Cloutier

Lewiston Elks Lodge #371

1675 Lisbon St
Lewiston ME 04240
207-784-4801
Grill Room Hours:
Friday 3 to 11 pm
Saturday 11 to 4 pm

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Richard N. Lessard

Michael Aube
Exalted Ruler

Maureen Aub

Robert Pinard
Trustee

In Memory of
Ray Pinette

Steve Obrin
Past Exalted Ruler

Jackie Ricker

Richard R Bilodeau

Leonard Feinstein

In Memory of
Noel Poulin PER

Larry Stewart

Roy Wendall

Gerald J. Kelley

Maurice Marquis

Paul Robinson

Robert Hood

In Memory of
Fred Lebel

Irene Beaulieu

Norm Hankins

Larry Campbell PER

Fred Bernard PER

Fern Labbe

Lorraine Adams

Gail Charpentier

Nancy Mahar

Albert Jordan

Rita Cloutier

Karen Hood

Paul Robitaille

Richard Breton

Robert Chabot

Marcel Moore

Robert Gauvin

Don Aube

Norris Ingersol

Richard Aub

Richard Potvin

In Memory of
Henry P. Dubuc

Bob Dubuc

Donald Marvin

In Memory of
Monique "Dionne" Berube

Marge Carter
Treasureer

Sandy Poulin

Dick Guerette