Exalted Ruler’s Message Lounge HOURS WED/THURS/FRI – 4pm - closing SAT – 2pm - closing Permittee – Michael Romano October 2021 Hamden Lodge # 2224 B.P.O. Elks Lodge Officers 2021-22 Exalted Ruler Andrew Caporossi, pdd Esteemed Leading Knight Fred Romano Esteemed Loyal Knight Philip Wilson, pdd, psp Esteemed Lecturing Knight Kathleen Kelsey Secretary Jennifer Caputo Treasurer William Miller Inner Guard Vacant Chaplain Jessica Kelsey Tiler Ray Bullard Esquire Mike Romano 5 Year Trustee Robert Bretko, per 4 Year Trustee Vacant 3 Year Trustee Robert Bankowski 2 Year Trustee Lee Campo 1 Year Trustee Vacant Published monthly by Hamden Lodge #2224 B.P.O. Elks A Fraternal Organization PO Box 185052 175 School Street Hamden, CT 06518-3199 Phone: (203) 248-2224 Members All, A s Exalted Ruler, one of my most pleasant tasks is to recognize members who have gone above and beyond the norm and have made exceptional contributions to our Lodge, community and our Order. The annual Elk and Officer of the Year Awards are examples of this. This month we will honor two such individuals. Phil Wilson has been a member of our Lodge for nearly 35 years. He has served on almost every committee in the Lodge and has served as an officer holding many positions during most of that time. In addition to his dedication to the Lodge, Phil served as District Deputy in 1998 and was President of the Connecticut Elks Association in 2003. He currently serves as Loyal Knight and continues as chairman of our Elks National Foundation Committee, a position he has held for about 20 years. Sam Guy Jr. has been a Lodge member for 53 years. He served as Exalted Ruler in 1995 and as Secretary. He has served on many Lodge committees over the years. In addition, he has worked, most of the time, in the office, giving much needed assistance with our financial record- keeping, preparing and filing reports, and the tedious task of helping with budget preparation. Their countless hours of volunteerism, many of which is “behind the scenes”, has been an invaluable asset to our Lodge over the years. Phil and Sam will receive the Meritorious Service Award on Wednesday, October 20, following the weekly dinner. Please plan on being in attendance to honor these deserving member. It should be noted that only three other individuals in our Lodge have received this award, so this will be a very special recognition. Fraternally, Andy Caporossi, pdd, er Visit Hamden’s Lodge pages at www.ctelks.org • Hall Rentals: 203-645-7998 DURHAM FAIR 2021
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E x a l t e d R u l e r ’ s M e s s a g e
Lounge HOURS
WED/THURS/FRI – 4pm - closing SAT – 2pm - closing
Permittee – Michael Romano
October 2021
Hamden Lodge #2224 B.P.O. Elks
Lodge Officers 2021-22 Exalted Ruler
Andrew Caporossi, pddEsteemed Leading Knight
Fred RomanoEsteemed Loyal Knight
Philip Wilson, pdd, pspEsteemed Lecturing Knight
Kathleen KelseySecretary
Jennifer CaputoTreasurer
William MillerInner Guard
VacantChaplain
Jessica KelseyTiler
Ray BullardEsquire
Mike Romano5 Year Trustee
Robert Bretko, per4 Year Trustee
Vacant3 Year Trustee
Robert Bankowski2 Year Trustee Lee Campo
1 Year Trustee Vacant
Published monthly by Hamden Lodge #2224
B.P.O. ElksA Fraternal Organization
PO Box 185052175 School Street
Hamden, CT 06518-3199Phone: (203) 248-2224
Members All,
As Exalted Ruler, one of my most pleasant tasks is to recognize members who have gone above and beyond the norm and have made exceptional contributions to our Lodge, community and our Order. The annual Elk
and Officer of the Year Awards are examples of this. This month we will honor two such individuals.
Phil Wilson has been a member of our Lodge for nearly 35 years. He has served on almost every committee in the Lodge and has served as an officer holding many positions during most of that time. In addition to his dedication to the Lodge, Phil served as District Deputy in 1998 and was President of the Connecticut Elks Association in 2003. He currently serves as Loyal Knight and continues as chairman of our Elks National Foundation Committee, a position
he has held for about 20 years. Sam Guy Jr. has been a Lodge member for 53 years. He served as Exalted Ruler in 1995 and as Secretary. He has served on many Lodge committees over the years. In addition, he has worked, most of the time, in the office, giving much needed assistance with our financial record-keeping, preparing and filing reports, and the tedious task of helping with budget preparation. Their countless hours of volunteerism, many of which is “behind the scenes”, has been an invaluable asset to our Lodge over the years. Phil and
Sam will receive the Meritorious Service Award on Wednesday, October 20, following the weekly dinner. Please plan on being in attendance to honor these deserving member.
It should be noted that only three other individuals in our Lodge have received this award, so this will be a very special recognition.
Fraternally, Andy Caporossi, pdd, er
Visit Hamden’s Lodge pages at www.ctelks.org • Hall Rentals: 203-645-7998
DURHAM FAIR 2021
HAPPY BIRTHDAY To our members with OCTOBER
Birthdays: Drop in for your free birthday beverage “on the house.”
CORNHOLE LEAGUE HAS STARTED!
Thursday Nights 6:15 pm in Upper Hall
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS! Wednesday OCTOBER 6
Soup and Salad Bar $10
Wednesday OCTOBER 13 Lasagna $12
Wednesday OCTOBER 20 Meatloaf $12
Wednesday OCTOBER 27 Baked Pork Chop $12
Come on down! Dinners every Wednesday night – eat-in or take-out. Bring a friend or two! Guests welcome. Place reservation no later than day before. You must reserve to be served. Call 203-248-2224 and leave message.
DISTRICT DEPUTY VISIT & INITIATION
Monday OCTOBER 11 7:30 pmFRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL
Friday OCTOBER 15 6:00 pm Baked Potato Bar $8
“Mammoth” Baked Potato with your favorite toppings. “Naked Potato” $3
Reservations recommended.MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARD Honoring Phil Wilson PSP/PDD
and Sam Guy Jr. PER Award will be presented following the Wednesday Night Dinner on
October 20. Plan on attending to honor these
distinguished Elks. Reservations Required.
FREE* FLU SHOT CLINIC (*with insurance card)
Thursday OCTOBER 21 starting at 5:00 pm.
Sign ups required. Those who receive the flu shot will get a complimentary drink
ticket as well. Without insurance the shot is available for $30, payable in cash.
COUNTRY LINE DANCING Schedule Change for
October Only! Saturday OCTOBER 23 7:00 pm
Beginners Lessons at 6:30 Resuming 1st Saturday Schedule
on NOVEMBER 6 Come down – Have some fun! Members and Guests Welcome!
REGULAR LODGE MEETING Monday OCTOBER 25 7:30 pm
CHILDREN’S HALLOWEEN PARTY Saturday OCTOBER 30
4 to 6:00 pm Pizza and crafts are provided! Costume parade as always!!!
See Jenn Caputo for sign up and details.
SAVE THE DATE! HOLIDAY CRAFT AND VINTAGE CHRISTMAS
MARKET PLACE Sunday NOVEMBER 14 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Hamden Lodge Upper Hall Contact Ellen Freiler if you’d like to
purchase a vendor space or just support your Lodge by dropping by to shop. Hosted by Hamden Lodge #2224 at
175 School Street. For more information, please call the Lodge at 203 248-2224.
SAVE THE DATE! TURKEY SHOOT Saturday NOVEMBER 20
6:00 pm Dinner followed by Turkey Shoot.
Watch for more details! WE WISH TO THANK... the many members who have responded to our appeal with their generous financial
contributions. If you haven’t already done so, please consider a
donation to our LODGE SUPPORT FUND to defray
the costs of the projects we have undertaken to upgrade our Lodge.
Make checks payable to Hamden Elks #2224. Contact Secretary Jenn for more [email protected]
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to assist with many projects around the Lodge, large and small. With just a few hours of your time, we can accomplish much and ease the burden from others. Call, email or text Bob Bankowski at 203-619-4376 or [email protected]. Looking for office help: someone to help with data entry to assist our Treasurer. Only an hour or two each week. Contact ER Andy at 203-836-4302. Seeking members who wish to serve as Officers or Committee persons. We need dedicated members who can volunteer some time to help us conduct our community programs and charitable projects. We will assist and train. Contact ER Andy at 203-836-4302.
HELP US UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFO: Times have changed, and so have your phone numbers, land-lines and email addresses! Please inform us of changes to your mailing address, email or phone numbers to update our CLMS member data base. Please email Jennifer at [email protected]. Thanks! Members All: Now, more than ever, it is important that we can timely communicate with our members about Lodge news and information.
IF YOU ARE NOT ON OUR EMAIL LIST, please consider adding your name. We would like to have as many members as possible be reached quickly as may be necessary. You will start receiving the monthly newsletter electronically as well as the weekly update (once we return to normal) Send your email address to Secretary Jenn Caputo [email protected].
STAMP DONATIONS help to save on mailing cost of your lodge newsletter: Please consider donating a book or two of patriotic (forever flag) stamps for upcoming newsletters and important member mailings. Your donation is much appreciated. Drop your donation with a note in the office mail box.
Deadline for all items in the November Elks News is October
We’re glad to hear that Nancy Torello is on the road
to recovery and Cathy Pleines is out and about. If you have any news on the health and well being of any member of our Lodge family, please contact the Lodge at 203-248-2224.
Many thanks to the 16 members who volunteered their
time to serve this year with our Durham Fair project. This is the 12th year under Chairman Peter Freiler and this continues to be the Lodges leading fund raising event. With appreciation to: Bob Bankowski, Bob Bretko, Carl Pettinella, Fred and Loraine Romano, Jack Scaramozza, Jenn Caputo, John Zaleski, Joy Wildman, Kathy Kelsey, Lee Campo, Norm Kamienski, Ray Bullard, and Stuart Comen. This group more than deserves to be recognized as October Elks of the Month.
Elks of the Month
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to ourAbsent Member
#360 Robert Shanley LMInitiated 09/26/1966Departed 09/17/2021
An Elk is Never Forgotten
WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS! Pictured left to right with ER Andy: John Donlan, Eileen Mulvey & Vincent DeLuca
