VISALIA ELKS # 1298 BULLETIN | “The Herd” Visalia, California - November 2018 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge Meetings Weds November 14, 2018 – Business Weds November 28, 2018 (Initiations) House Committee Meeting Wed November 14, 2018 Trustee Meeting Weds November 14, 2018 (You must call or e-mail in advance to be on the agenda) P.E.R. Assn Meeting Mon November 5, 2018 5:30pm Vagabonds RV Club Meeting Wed November 21, 2018 7:30pm Taco Tuesday – Nov 13 & 27th Friday Lunch Most Fridays 11:30am to 1:00pm $7.00 Poker Night November 1 st and 15 th - Seat Cards handed out at 6pm - Cards are dealt at 6:30pm Veterans Breakfast Sunday November 11, 2018 8:30 to 11:00am Adults $10.00 Veterans & Kids $8.00 Cook Your Own: Steak, Salmon or Chicken November 16, 2018 6:00 – 7:30pm RSVP is required. 734-6762 --------------------------------------------- Visalia Elks Lodge Bulletin Periodical of the; Visalia Elks Lodge #1298 Volume 18/19 Edition #8 News Submission Deadline Submissions must be received on the 20 th of each month to be included in the next newsletter. Send to: [email protected]Visit us on Facebook at: facebook.com/visaliaelkslodge “EXALTED RULER’S CORNER” Happy November Elks Members, There seems to be a recurring theme with our lodge. We like to have a good time and do great things for our communities. October started with our Inaugural Veterans’ Appreciation Picnic – a resource event that turned out to be bigger than any of us could have imagined. Over 350 plus attendees. Jorge Montano and his group of volunteers did an amazing job and should be extremely proud of what they accomplished and we look forward to next year’s event. On Saturday the 27 th , Visalia First Lady Teresa, PER Jan Lee and I attended the East Central District Visitation of CHEA President Bob Duitsman, and First Lady Beth. Association Vice President Susan Good and the Fresno Lodge hosted a wonderful dinner and program. If you get the chance to visit with Bob and Beth, you should take advantage. Bob & Beth are true Elks in every sense of the word. Thanks to both for all they have done and continue to do. Now on to Halloween, The BPC or as some of you may know them, The Bullet Proof Crew came together again and pulled off another excellent Halloween Party. Approximately 200 showed up in some awesome costumes, listened and danced to some great music and toured the spooky haunted house. The only thing that could have made it better is if it cleaned itself up. And for those of you keeping track, on October 24 th we initiated 19 new members into our order, again if you see them, make sure you introduce yourself, we want them to feel welcome. And to this end, on faith. “I don’t know what tomorrow holds, but I know who holds tomorrow, so I approach it with confidence and thanksgiving.” ~ Zig Zigler Thank you, Ray Lewis Exalted Ruler Visalia Lodge #1298
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VISALIA ELKS # 1298 BULLETIN | “The Herd”
Visalia, California - November 2018 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
Lodge Meetings Weds November 14, 2018 – Business Weds November 28, 2018 (Initiations) House Committee Meeting Wed November 14, 2018 Trustee Meeting Weds November 14, 2018 (You must call or e-mail in advance to be on the agenda) P.E.R. Assn Meeting Mon November 5, 2018 5:30pm Vagabonds RV Club Meeting Wed November 21, 2018 7:30pm Taco Tuesday – Nov 13 & 27th Friday Lunch Most Fridays 11:30am to 1:00pm $7.00 Poker Night November 1st and 15th - Seat Cards handed out at 6pm - Cards are dealt at 6:30pm Veterans Breakfast Sunday November 11, 2018 8:30 to 11:00am Adults $10.00 Veterans & Kids $8.00 Cook Your Own: Steak, Salmon or Chicken November 16, 2018 6:00 – 7:30pm RSVP is required. 734-6762 --------------------------------------------- Visalia Elks Lodge Bulletin Periodical of the; Visalia Elks Lodge #1298 Volume 18/19 Edition #8 News Submission Deadline Submissions must be received on the 20th of each month to be included in the next newsletter. Send to: [email protected]
Visit us on Facebook at: facebook.com/visaliaelkslodge
“EXALTED RULER’S CORNER” Happy November Elks Members, There seems to be a recurring theme with our lodge. We like to have a good time and do great things for our communities. October started with our Inaugural Veterans’ Appreciation Picnic – a resource event that turned out to be bigger than any of us could have imagined. Over 350 plus attendees. Jorge Montano and his group of volunteers did an amazing job and should be extremely proud of what they accomplished and we look forward to next year’s event. On Saturday the 27th, Visalia First Lady Teresa, PER Jan Lee and I attended the East Central District Visitation of CHEA President Bob Duitsman, and First Lady Beth. Association Vice President Susan Good and the Fresno Lodge hosted a wonderful dinner and program. If you get the chance to visit with Bob and Beth, you should take advantage. Bob & Beth are true Elks in every sense of the word. Thanks to both for all they have done and continue to do. Now on to Halloween, The BPC or as some of you may know them, The Bullet Proof Crew came together again and pulled off another excellent Halloween Party. Approximately 200 showed up in some awesome costumes, listened and danced to some great music and toured the spooky haunted house. The only thing that could have made it better is if it cleaned itself up. And for those of you keeping track, on October 24th we initiated 19 new members into our order, again if you see them, make sure you introduce yourself, we want them to feel welcome. And to this end, on faith. “I don’t know what tomorrow holds, but I know who holds tomorrow, so I approach it with confidence and thanksgiving.” ~ Zig Zigler Thank you, Ray Lewis Exalted Ruler Visalia Lodge #1298
Lodge Officers 2018/2019 Exalted Ruler Ray Lewis Leading Knight Ron Marshall Loyal Knight Shawn Cooper Lecturing Knight Melanie McKimmons Secretary Dwayne McGovran Treasurer Mike Saulque Tiler Lori Jackson Esquire Susan Kazarian Chaplain Chuck Lee PER Inner Guard Eli Ledesma Trustees: 1-Year Brenda Costa 2-Year Thomas Higgins 3-Year Ralph Kaeble 4-Year John Peters PER 5-Year Jorge Montano Past Exalted Rulers * Dick Hovey 1964-65 Gordon Pendergraft 1965-66 Ronald Mathis 1976-77 Larry Paxton 1978-79 John Peters 1989-90 Jim Hay 1991-92 Robert Casey 1992-93 Al Hack 1995-96 Royce Gholson 1997-98, 98-99, 07-08 Rob Van Wagoner 1999-2000 Joe Alberti 2004-05, 05-06, 15-16 Ted Donald 2006-07 Chuck Lee 2009-10, 10-11 Mark Pryor 2013-14 Dennis Oswalt 2014-15 Jan Lee 2016-17, 17-18 *Active in Good Standing Past Exalted Rulers from other lodges: Ken Bridges Tulare # 1424 Pat Dugan Tulare #1424 Bob Jones Porterville # 1342 ------------------------------------------- CandidatesforNovember There will be voting on candidates at the November 14, 2018 meeting. They have not finished being interviewed in time for the bulletin, therefore the names will be posted in the Members Lounge after being interviewed and before the November 14, 2018 meeting.
Orientation and Initiation. Next Orientation is November 28, 2018 5:30pm. Ball Room #2 Orientation is MANDATORY for all candidates. Spouses and significant others and families are encouraged to attend with the candidate. This is the beginning of the learning process of the BPOE and what we are all about. Dinner will be served at 6:30pm and candidates and one guest will have dinner on us. After dinner during the initiation non-member spouses and guests may gather and socialize with other nonmembers in the front lounge until after the initiation. Only members and candidates are allowed in the lodge room and Members Lounge after 6:00pm on meeting nights. The members lounge will be closed during the initiation and lodge meeting. Expect about an hour. No beverages are allowed in the lodge room. Note to Sponsors: Please make reservations for your candidates and notify them of the above listed times. Sponsors should escort their candidates to orientation, dinner and initiation. Attire is business casual.
NO SHORTS, FLIP FLOPS, “T-SHIRTS OR JEANS
DURING THE INITIATION...
October Lushy Brushy Event A small but loving crew participated in this Lushy-brushy event. Thanks to Debi Curtis and all who shared moral support as well as financial this evening. $155 was raised for the National Foundation.
Supporting Our Members November 17th there will be a Horseshoe Tournament at 11 am benefitting the Heitzig Family. There will be a horseshoe tournament & lunch. All proceeds will go to Scott and his family. For more information on participating or donating, you can contact the Visalia Elks Lodge. You can also follow the event on our Facebook page. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
2019 Most Valuable Student Scholarship Applications Are Now Avail.
Follow the below link to learn more and to apply for the 2019 Most Valuable Student contest. The MVS contest is open to any high school senior who is a U.S. citizen. Applications are due online by Nov. 15, 2018. There are 500 4 year awards available. Learn more here: enf.elks.org/mvs
ENF Legacy Award The ENF Legacy Awards program offers 300 college scholarships worth $4,000 each to children and grandchildren of Elk’s members. College-bound high school seniors who are the children or grandchildren of dues-paying Elks are encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted online on or before Feb. 1, 2019 at 11:59 am Central Time. Learn more here: enf.elks.org/leg
Hello November! Thank you for reminding us we have so much to be grateful for!
VISALIA ELKS COMMITTEE CHAIRS: Americanism Stephen Sobko Beqs. & Living Trusts Melanie Mc Kimmons Business Practices Dwayne McGovran Drug Awareness Thomas Higgins ENF Melanie McKimmons Government Relations Ralph Kaelble Hoop Shoot Ron Marshall Insurance & Safety John Peters PER Lodge Activities Teresa Lewis Membership/Indoc. Rob VanWagoner PDDGER Nat Vets Service Chuck Lee PER Public Relations Teresa Lewis Major Project Melanie McKimmons Ritual Training Chuck Lee PER Scholarships Bill Flores Scouting Melanie McKimmons Youth Activities Chris Lewis
The Purple Pig says, "Thank You" - Many thanks to these faithful Elks for turning in their Purple Pigs this month: Terry Bennett, Jimmy Pyle and Eric Bush. Plastic pig too cumbersome? Writing a check too “old school”? Make it simple and sign up to be a recurring donor for as little as $5 a month. Go to https://chea-elks.org/donations/index2b.htm. You’ll receive your Recurring Donor pin after your first donation has been received. Then find your name listed in each issue of the California-Hawaii Elks Magazine if you remain a recurring donor. Hot Oven Tributes & Kitchen Thanks 9-26-18 Wednesday Night Dinner Team Leader: Ag, Inc. / Sam Baldivia Helpers: Shawn Corely, Brian Helin, Steve Sobko, Nicole Peters, Greg Gostanian, Darren Aldaco, Justin Helin, Laurel Flores 10-3-18 Wednesday Night Dinner Team Leader: Team Chuck Lee / Lori Jackson Helpers: Pam Nelson, Eric Bush, Karla Bush, Chuck Duck, Wende Richards, Laurel Flores 10-9-18 Taco Tuesday Team Leader: Susie Mooney Helpers: Mark Pryor, Jamie Duncan, Diana Martinez, Nicole Peters, Steve Sobko, Laurel Flores
Hot Oven Tributes & Kitchen Thanks (cont.) 10-10-18 Wednesday Night Dinner Team Leader: John & Becky Kennedy Helpers: Christina Ritchie, Tandi Turner, Mindy Welker 10-14-18 Veteran’s Breakfast – 254 Guests – GREAT Job! Team Leader: Tom Hansen Saturday Prep Crew: Ed & Jean Shields, Roy & Joan Bremer, Steve & LaRuth Chance, Susie Mooney, Scott Reeder, Ron Vasquez, Jasper Parlier Sunday Breakfast: Hostesses: Sue Hamilton, Ann Parlier, Brenda Costa Front Lounge: Chuck and Eric Fishel Omelet Cooks: Scott Reeder, Margo Giles, Ron Marshall, Becky Kennedy 7 Scott Nelson Kitchen Cooks: Sausage and Potatoes: Jeff Parlier Bacon: Phil Fortney Gravy: John Kennedy Servers: Susie Mooney (Bacon and Sausage) Justin Kinderknecht (Potatoes) Stacey Giles (Pancakes & French Toast) Emma Housley (Biscuits and Gravy) Set Up and Everything Else: Jasper Parlier and Steve Chance Dishwashers: Brian and Kelly Kleinkopf, Heather Simon, Phil Fortney and Craig Williams Back up Cooks: Jorge Montano, LaRuth Chance and Deborah Parlier Bus Boys & Girls: Antonio & Daniel Montano 10-16-18 Visalia PD Graduation Team Leader: John Peters Helpers: Steve Sobko, Nicole Peters, Susie Mooney, Floyd Martinez, Diana Martinez, Brandon Shores 10-17-18 Wednesday Night Dinner Team Leader: Mark Pryor P.E.R. Helpers: Jamie Duncan, Floyd Martinez, Susie Mooney, Laurel Flores, Diana Martinez 10-19-18 Cook Your Own Steak Night Team Leader: Mark Pryor, P.E.R. Helpers: Susie Mooney, Jamie Duncan, Floyd Martinez, Diana Martinez, Mike Wiebe, Laurel Flores 10-23-18 Taco Tuesday Team Lead: Susie Mooney Helpers: Mark Pryor, Jamie Duncan, Laurel Flores, Nicole Peters, Floyd Martinez, Diana Martinez, Anne Parlier, Steve Sobko 10-24-18 Wednesday Night Dinner Team Lead: Ag Inc., Greg Gostanian Helpers: Brian Helin, Sam Baldivia, Shawn Corley, Darren Aldaco Friday Lunches – Rob & Dorothy VanWagoner If you’re cooking and want your group’s info listed, please be sure to fill out the form and turn it into the office by 20th of the month. Thanks.
Upcoming Events:
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6th - 6 pm Mark your calendars and join us for a multi-course
Wine Pairing Dinner with Robert Hall. Tickets can be purchased at the Members bar. Limited Tickets
available
LARRY FISHEL MEMORIAL TURKEY SHOOT
SATURDAY, NOV. 10, 2018 – 11am to 3pm Tri-tip lunches available for purchase, Raffle, 50/50.
Come out and support the Fallen Elks. There are papers to purchase in the bar $2.00 a slice or $20
for the Turkey.
SAVE THE DATE – DECEMBER 16, 2018 will be the
Children’s Christmas Party. More Info to Follow Soon
October Event Wrap Ups
The Inaugural Veterans Appreciation Picnic was a huge success. We ended up with approx. 350 people at the event and are proud of the information and resources we could bring to the table to help our Veterans. Below is a list of all the groups who were a part of this annual picnic. There are also photos that were posted on our Facebook page. A big thank you to the following people and/or organizations:
• U.S. Marine Corps Detachment • U.S. Navy Color Guard from Naval Air Station
Lemoore • All Veterans/Community resource vendors • The entire Cooking/Serving crew • The Dirty Pappas • Megan Acuna (National Anthem Singer) • HR Mobile Services (T-shirt donations) • Girl Scout Troop #3419 and #236 • Party Planning Committee • Stage and Banner Crew • Registration table team • Bartending team • All who gave donations both monetary and prizes • All Veterans/ Active Duty and their families in
attendance! We look forward to bringing this event to our Lodge again in 2019!
The Elks Annual Halloween Party was this past Saturday night and as those of you who were there know, it was packed. We had approx 200 people that danced and screamed their way through the haunted house. There were SO many amazing costumes. I’m confident when I say that the Visalia Elks Lodge Halloween Party always has the best costumes. Thanks to all of you who came out to join in the fun. Looking forward to the 2019 party!
VAGABONDS TRAVELS
The Annual Halloween Rally was held October 25-28 at the lodge with 11 Vagabond rigs participating and several rigs of other lodge members taking advantage of a fun time close to home. Susan and Jim Garvin and helpers started the rally off with Jim’s chili beans and hot dogs Thursday evening. Friday was spent visiting, hand and foot card playing and story swapping topped off with pot luck Friday evening. Brunch was served Saturday morning and Susan’s hobo stew Saturday night. The rig decorating contest winners were Eric and Karla Bush for spookiest, Mariam and Scott Glidden for most original and Jennifer and Tim Cawley for traditional. It is always heartwarming to hear the kids excitement about the lights and decorations and, of course, the treats! Thanks to all who participated in the weekend activities. Speaking of activities, there is a rally planned for Orange Grove RV Park in Bakersfield from November 29 to December 3. Trail boss is Neville Buyense. Cost is $33/night. Reservation deadline is November 10. Call Neville at (559) 260-4286 and let him know your arrival and departure dates. Make your check payable to Visalia Elks Vagabond RV Club and send check to Susan Garvin, Vagabond Club Treasurer. Check your club roster for her address. The Vagabond Christmas Party is Friday, December 14. Cost is $10/person, open to paid Vagabond members only. Reservation deadline is November 26. To reserve your spot, call or text Ladean Pearce (559) 696-8449 and where to send your check for pre-payment for the dinner.
NO November RV Meeting due to fact the third Wednesday in November (November 21) falls the day before Thanksgiving. See you at Orange Grove RV Park or at the Christmas Party in December.
Until then, may you have a very Happy Thanksgiving with family and friends. Kathy and Frank Kelly SIC
Fun Facts that you might not know: Veterans’ Day - The 11th Hour of the 11th day of November, the 11th Month (from Idaho State Elks Assoc.)
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks has always been at the forefront of supporting the nation's veterans. The order has a direct connection with Veterans' Day that is not commonly known.
Veterans' Day, Nov. 11, was originally known before World War II (and is still known in Europe) as Armistice Day. It commemorates the end of World War I, the "War to End All Wars."
When hostilities ceased in November of 1918, President Wilson gave the American Expeditionary Force Commander, General John "Black Jack" Pershing, full authority to set the date and time of the Armistice. Pershing was an active and enthusiastic Elk, and selected the 11th hour of the 11th day of November, the 11th month, as the effective time of the Armistice. This was Pershing's salute to the memory of those soldiers "Elks and non-Elks alike" who perished during the long and brutal conflict.
The hour of 11 p.m. continues to have a special significance to the Elks, as it is the time when, at any evening Elks event, all activity ceases and all members and guests rise while the chimes ring 11 times and the "Eleven O’Clock Toast" is given in recollection of deceased members.
In 1917, the BPOE organized and equipped the first two base hospitals in France, which were the predecessors of MASH units. In 1918, the order built a 700-bed hospital and donated it to the Federal Government, the first of what would become Veterans' Administration hospitals. The Elks built a spectacular memorial to America’s veterans in Chicago in 1926, and more recently donated $1.22 million to the National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The BPC The party crew that has been responsible for events like the past couple Halloween parties, New Year’s Eve, the Kentucky Derby Party and next week’s Robert Hall Wine Pairing dinner were told that they should come up with a name for their group at a party planning meeting. When searching the internet for more information on female elks, there was an article that came up that explained that female elks are practically bullet proof because they learn to outsmart hunters as they get older. That is how the BPC or Bullet Proof Crew name came about. A hard-working group of female elk members.
“At this time of year, we are reminded of how much we have to be thankful for. My wish for you this Thanksgiving is that you find yourself surrounded by those you love.” ~ Kate Summers
To access this calendar on-line to stay up-to-date on changes, visit: http://visaliaelks.org/events/.
November Calendar
Reminder The General Election is on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Polls are open from 7am to 8pm. From who will be our next Governor to whether rent control should be expanded, California voters will be making some big decisions about the future of the state in this year’s midterm election. Be sure to get out and vote!
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