VOLUME 15
May 2017
ISSUE 5
Hello Fellow Elk Members!! We’ve had a great FIRST month. We
had our 122nd Installation of Officers on April 1. Along with the
ceremony, there was a complementary dinner; which was a
delicious success! We had a wonderful attendance at this event,
especially with all the PER’s that assisted in the installation of
the officers. The PER’s are a valuable asset to this Lodge. Also,
please give PER Rusty Gilmore a great hand for putting this event
together.
Kathy’s Exhausted Hen Party on Saturday April 8 was a success,
too. Many members came out to celebrate her great year as the
Ocala Elks Exalted Ruler. Congratulations, Kathy! You made it
to PER!
The House Committee has put together some great events that
are coming up soon. Check the calendar for these upcoming events. Mike Miller has informed me
that he has 10 members on the House committee and they are very excited and working very hard
to make the club a place where you want to be. Whenever you are planning to have a group, be it
large or small, coming to dinner here at the Lodge, call ahead. Reservation not required YET; but
you will be giving the staff a heads up so that they can better accommodate you.
In the last newsletter, I challenged each member to sponsor at least one new member in this new
year. You will be hearing about this in every newsletter; because membership is the life line of this
Lodge. I have another challenge for our members. Any member or members that you have
sponsored, and you have not seen them here at the Lodge recently, invite them to join you for a
dinner one night or ask them to accompany you to one of the many upcoming events.
At the time of this newsletter, we have 500 members who are current with their dues for the 201718 year, which is great. We have a total of 701 members registered at the lodge but that number
changes almost daily. So please contact the lodge to get your dues paid. You don’t want to miss out
on belonging to the BEST Elks Lodge in the State of Florida.
The Florida Elks State Convention (FECON ’17) is May 25-28 at the Orlando World Center
Marriott. I encourage you to attend this convention and see what the Grand Lodge and other
Lodges in the state are involved in. These are very informative sessions; and the social activities
are very enjoyable, also. There will be a Ritual Team Competition which is awesome to watch. A
performance not to be missed. For more information go to floridaelks.org.
Thank all of you for being Members of Ocala Lodge #286. The Officers and myself will be looking
forward to seeing you at the lodge.
Elk of the Month
Dennis Rose
Fraternally Yours,
George Cooke
Exalted Ruler
B.P.O.E Elks Lodge #286
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COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN
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(352) 229-9341
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702 N.E 25th Ave
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Linda Butler
(352) 732-4656
Lodge 286
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Drug Awareness
OCALA ELKS LODGE
Kathy Roman, PER
(352) 229-9341
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OFFICERS
Entertainment
Exalted Ruler
Dennis Rose
(352) 425-0500
George Cooke
540 538-9088 E-mail: [email protected]
Flag Day
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Alan May
(352) 239-0588
[email protected]
Leading Knight
Government Relations
Mike Miller
352 598-5820 George Cooke
(540) 538-9088
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Harry-Anna Trust Fund
Loyal Knight
Kathy Roman, PER
(352) 229-9341
Ted Cornelius
352 615-3743 E-mail: [email protected]
Hoop Shoot
E-Mail: [email protected]
Sandra Watt
(352) 817-9019
Lecturing Knight
E-mail: [email protected]
Dennis Rose
352 425-0500
House Committee
Mike Miller
(352) 598-5820
E-Mail: [email protected]
E-mail: [email protected]
Secretary
Investigation
(352) 694-3908
Howard Kettler
772 419-1058 Bill King
E-mail: [email protected]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Lapsation
Treasurer
Steve Mitchell
(352) 236-6225
Wayne Curtis, PER
352 732-7091
E-Mail: [email protected]
Tiler
Pam Kinard
352 875-5445
E-Mail: [email protected]
Esquire
Mike Rolls
352 572-4095
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Chaplain
Roy Wimmer
352 812-2936
E-Mail: [email protected]
Inner Guard
Wayne Argo
352 732-2746
E-Mail: [email protected]
Organist
Ken Sarsony
352 857-6441
E-Mail: [email protected]
Trustees
1 Yr. Ken DeVilling
352 895-0747
2 Yr.
3 Yr. Kenneth Davis
352 816-5781
4 Yr. Mike Kuminka
352 622-8860
5 Yr. Kathy Roman, PER 352 229-9341
Lodge Activities
Mike Miller
(352) 598-5820
E-mail: [email protected]
Membership
George Cooke
(540) 538-9088
E-mail: [email protected]
Elks Memorial Day
Ken Davis
(352) 816-5781
[email protected]
Elks National Foundation
Wayne Curtis, PER
(352) 732-7091
E-mail: [email protected]
Newsletter Editor
Rusty Gilmore, PER
(352) 620-5723
E-mail: [email protected]
Public Relations
Dennis Rose
(352) 425-0500
E-mail: [email protected]
Scholarships
Sheryl Miglio
(703) 300-3744
[email protected]
Soccer Shoot
Tracy Bravo
(352) 875-4634
[email protected]
SPJ Judge
Dan Hicks
(352) 351-3353
E-mail:
Veterans
Pam Kinard
(352) 875-5445
E-mail: [email protected]
Visitation
Roy Wimmer
(352) 812-2936
[email protected]
OCALA ELKS BULLITON STAFF
Website
Rusty Gilmore, PER
(352) 620-5723
Editor
E-mail: [email protected]
Rusty Gilmore, PER
352 620-5723
Widow Appreciation
George Cooke
(540) 538-9088
E-Mail: [email protected]
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printing and postage costs.
Crying Towel
March 23, 2017
Attendance Drawings
$200.00
Kenneth Roberts
$150.00 J. Warren Bullard
April 13, 2017
Attendance Drawings
$175.00
Godano Nichols
$175.00 Bernadette Castro
Alas!! They were not
present when their names
were called
WINNERS
March 23, 2017
20/20 Drawings
1. $35.00
Mahlow Tuck
2. $70.00 Joan Mongeluzzo
Previous Meeting Jackpot
$50.00
Kathy Roman
50/50 Jackpot
$80.00
Linda Butler
April 13, 2017
20/20 $35.00 Laverne Hope
20/20 $35.00 Ruben Lamb,
PER
Previous Meeting Jackpot
$25.00
Bob DeConna
50/50 Jackpot
$65.00
Linda Butler
It truly pays to attend
Adults $21.99
5 through 12 $10.99
4 and Under No Charge
Reservations Requested
Ocala Elks Lodge 112th Installation of Officers was held Saturday, April 1, 2017.
Birthday Ladies
Carol Watkins on the left and Sandy
Dingler on the right celebrate their
birthday with best friends at the Lodge.
Welcome New
Member
Friday Night
In the Lounge
The month of May
boasts a strong lineup of
Friday night band entertainment, plus several
additional Saturday
events and one Sunday
Brunch event. Friday night entertainment starts at 7:30.
Enjoy
dinner in the Elks dining room,
starting at 5:30 and then come and
relax in the lounge and enjoy the
entertainment.
On Friday night, May 5, we have the
Starburst Band in our lounge, with
brother and sister duo, Joe and
Sally. Their sound and song
selection is great.
Saturday, May 6, we have the
Kentucky Derby Party kicking off at
4 PM. This party always has a good
turnout and everyone has so much
fun. Additional entertainment is
planned for after the race.
Friday, May 12, we have Danny and
Johnny returning by popular
demand. This band has a strong
following and the lounge generally
gets full by around 8 o'clock.
At a special initiation on April 10, 2017 the
officers initiated into our lodge, Miss
Concordiajo Duplechin, better known to all
as C. J., our Lodge administrative assistant.
OUR CLUB HOURS
Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Lounge
Dining Room
4:00 pm to 9:00 pm
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Wednesday Lounge/Lunch 11:30 am to 2:00 pm
Lounge
4:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Dining Room
5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Thursday
Lounge
4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Meeting Night Only Lounge & Dining closed during Meeting
Friday
Saturday
Lounge
Lounge Menu
Dining Room
4:00 pm to 11:00 pm
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Lounge
Lounge Menu
4:00 pm to 11:00 pm
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
The Secretary’s office hours are Monday
through Friday 9:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M.,
and meeting Nights from 6:00 P.M. until
the Lodge meeting opens
Friday night, May 19, we have the
very popular band, Automatic, with
husband and wife duo of Amee and
Henry. This is one of the top tier
bands in Central Florida, and their
popularity continues to reach new
heights.
On Saturday, May 20, we have the
Preakness Party starting at 4
PM. There will be special food items,
promotional drinks, and an opportunity to participate by making your
picks for the race. As with the
Derby, Additional entertainment is
planned for after the race.
On Friday night, May 26, we have
the Sugar Bear Band. Sugar Bear
has played more years at the Ocala
Elks than any other band. They
have always been a great band, but
somehow over time, they have gotten
even better and even more popular.
A Message from the
House Committee
It hardly seems possible that we have
completed our first month already.
Even in that time things have really
started to turn the dining room and bar
to the member friendly atmosphere we
promised. Carol has returned on Friday
nights so that the first thing our
members see is her smiling face
waiting happily to seat them at their
favorite table. We will continue to
make the dining room warmer and the
food appealing to our members to keep
them happy. Gary and the kitchen
continue to put out the first class food
that our members deserve and the
creative specials on the menu continue
to make our diners happy. Last
month’s steak kabobs and crab cakes
drew rave reviews.
Make sure to get your tickets and
reservations in early for our Mother’s
Day Champagne brunch on Sunday
May 14. Call the lodge and hit #3 or
talk to the bartenders or Carol to make
reservations.
Dennis Rose continues to bring in the
top area performers to fill the lounge
up on Friday nights. Make sure when
you see him to thank him for the great
job that he does for us. Make sure to
read the “Friday Night In The Lounge”
for all off the fun things we have
coming up in May. From Cinco de
Mayo where you can order our special
nachos appetizer and drink our special
priced Coronas and margaritas to the
Triple Crown races, we have a great
lineup of fun times for you, our
Brothers and Sisters of the Elks.
A special thanks to our OLEO ladies
for all of the help and support they
have given us. They are the lodge’s
“unsung heroes”. Make sure you get
your tickets to their Bunco on May 27.
As always special thanks to all of the
members of the House Committee for
all of the work they do to make all of
our events run smoothly. Members,
keep in mind to that we welcome all
suggestions and comments. Send them
to [email protected]
interested in going as we have
to let Jennifer know how many
are coming so they can prepare
lunch for visitors.
Hello once again to everyone,
On Thursday evening, April
13th, the 2017/2018 officers
were sworn in at the monthly
meeting of OLEO. They are
Carole Knight, President .. Gail
DeVilling, Vice President ..
Becky Long, Treasurer .. Betty
Lee, Recording Secretary and
Barbara Wilkins, Corresponding
Secretary. We are all looking
forward to a successful and
meaningful year. There are lots
of plans for the future.
The Fashion Show which was on
April 22 was a tremendous
success. Everyone had a
fabulous lunch and saw so many
gorgeous clothes. Every girl's
dream. My thanks go out to
everyone involved and for their
efforts to make this show be
special and fun.
On May 12, there will be a
special trip to the Elks Youth
Camp. Again, I urge anyone
that has not gone to this
amazing facility to plan to join
us. We need to meet at the Elks
Club by 9am since they would
like us to be at the facility to
start the tour at 10:30 followed
by lunch. All Elk members are
invited and encouraged to join
in as this trip is so worthwhile
and informative. If we have
enough people interested in
going, the Youth Camp will pay
for a bus. Additional information can be obtained by calling
me or any of the OLEO Officers.
Y o u c an e m a i l me at
[email protected].
Please let me know if you are
We have several people going on
the Biloxi Casino trip on May
15. I am sure they will have a
great time and win "LOTS" of
money. Or not!!! At any rate I
am sure it will be a fun trip and
one to remember.
Our Bunco Night date has been
s e t f o r S a t u r d ay , M a y
27. Please make plans to join us
for a really fun night.
I am looking forward to this
next year as President of
OLEO. We have many plans for
the new year and hope that
everyone will be a part of
the future of the Ocala Ladies of
the Elks and the Elks Lodge
286. Together we can make a
stronger organization to better
our community and our Lodge.
Happy Birthday to our
M a y
b i r t h d a y
girls:
Patricia Retzlaff and
Carole Knight.
I hope everyone has a safe and
happy Memorial Day with your
family and friends. God Bless
All of You.
Carole Knight
OLEO President
DO YOU KNOW WHY….
Why do men's clothes have buttons
on the right while women's clothes
have buttons on the left?
BECAUSE
When buttons were invented, they
were very expensive and worn
primarily by the rich. Since most
people are right-handed, it is easier
to push buttons on the right through
holes on the left. Because wealthy
women were dressed by maids,
dressmakers put the buttons on the
maid's right! And that's where
women's buttons have remained
since.
Photos from Kathy’s
Exhausted Hen Party.
Scholarship News
Hoop Shoot News
We Have Winners!
Most Valuable Student (MVS)
Scholarship
We have a Winner!
Welcome New
Members
Jacob Mosley, a Senior at
Vanguard High School, has
successfully advanced through
all levels of judging and is
officially one of the Top 20 MVS
Finalists in the nation. Jacob will
be receiving a scholarship of at
least $20,000 from the Elks
National Foundation.
Over the weekend of April 6
through the 9th, Jacob will travel,
all expenses paid, to Chicago for
the 2017 Leadership Weekend.
HOLD THE PRESSES, WE
HAVE JUST BEEN INFORMED
T H AT
J AC O B ’ S
F I N AL
AWARD IS $30,000.
We have also just been
informed that Jessica McCurdy,
also of Vanguard High School,
has been awarded a $4,000
scholarship as a semi-finalist.
Jessica will be awarded $1000
per year for four years. We
congratulate Jessica and wish
her continued success in all her
endeavors.
Ocala Elks Lodge No. 286
Scholarship Chairperson Sheryl
Miglio. [email protected]
DEADLINE FOR
ARTICLES
All articles and letters and fliers
must be received no later than
the 10th of the month to make
the next months Newsletter.
E- Ma il yo ur art i cles to
[email protected] or leave
them in the office in time to be
picked up by the 10th.
The Lodge also accepts
both cards for most any
activity. Dues, Lounge,
Dining Room etc.
Ja’Niyah McCoy, who attends
Ward-Highlands Elementary in
Ocala, is the Elks National
Southeast Division Hoop Shoot
winner in the 8-9 year old girls
competition.
Ja’Niyah won the Southeast
Regional competition held in
Valdosta, GA on March 18, 2017
by making 20 out of 25 free throw
shots. She competed against the
best 8-9 year old girls from within
the Southeast Region. On April
22, 2017 she will travel to
Chicago to compete in the
National Finals.
Bob Melnick and Tom Scoville
Initiated March 23, 2017
End of an Era
The National winners will have
their names inscribed in the
Basketball Hall of Fame.
Ocala Elks Lodge No. 286 Hoop
Shoot Chairperson Sandra Watt.
Your Ad Could Be Here
Own a Business?? Do you
currently have an Ad in the
Newsletter?? If not, then send a
current Business Card and a Check
for just $200.00 to the Lodge and
your Ad will appear for one full
year. Remember it pays to
Advertise.
Wayne Curtis, PER presents
Kathy Roman with a plaque
commemorating her year as
Ocala Lodge No 286 Exalted
Ruler for the fraternal year 20162017.
A GOOD ELK IS
AN ACTIVE ELK
BE ACTIVE
May 2017
SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
TUESDAY
2
WEDNESDAY
3
THURSDAY
4
5
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Cinco de Mayo
Drink Specials
All you can eat
Fish, Chicken or
Spaghetti Dinner
$8.99
5:00 - 8:00 PM
9
8
7
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Bar Bingo 5:30
CLOSED
CLOSED
15
14
16
LODGE
CLOSED
Mother’s Day
Champagne
Brunch
10:00 AM-3:00 PM
See Flier on Pg 3
21
All you can eat
Fish, Chicken or
Spaghetti Dinner
$8.99
5:00 - 8:00 PM
OLEO trip to
Biloxi
15th ~ 18th
22
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Bar Bingo 5:30
All you can eat
Fish, Chicken or
Spaghetti Dinner
$8.99
5:00 - 8:00 PM
23
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
CLOSED
28
CLOSED
29
CLOSED
All you can eat
Fish, Chicken or
Spaghetti Dinner
$8.99
5:00 - 8:00 PM
30
CLOSED
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Bar Bingo 5:30
All you can eat
Fish, Chicken or
Spaghetti Dinner
$8.99
5:00 - 8:00 PM
FRIDAY
Dining Room Menu
5:00-10:00 PM
Lounge 7:00 PM
Starburst Band
with
Joe and Sally
10
Lunch served
11:30 - 2:00 p
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
11
12
Lodge Meeting
7:00 PM
OLEO Meeting
7:00 PM
Dinner Menu
5:00 - 9:00 PM
17
Lunch served
11:30 - 2:00 p
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Dinner Menu
5:00 - 9:00 PM
24
Lunch served
11:30 - 2:00 p
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Dinner Menu
5:00 - 9:00 PM
31
Lunch served
11:30 - 2:00 p
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Dinner Menu
5:00 - 9:00 PM
OLEO trip to
Elks Youth Camp
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Dining Room Menu
5:00-10:00 PM
Lounge 7:00 PM
Danny & Johnny
18
19
CLOSED
SATURDAY
6
Kentucky Derby
4:00 PM
2-for-1 Drinks 4-7p
(Well House & Draft)
Dining Room Menu
5:00-9:00 PM
Dinner Music by
Ken Sarsony
13
2-for-1 Drinks 4-7p
(Well House & Draft)
Dining Room Menu
5:00-9:00 PM
Dinner Music by
Ken Sarsony
20
Happy Hour
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Preakness Party
4:00 PM
Dining Room Menu
5:00-10:00 PM
2-for-1 Drinks 4-7p
Lounge 7:00 PM
Automatic with
vocals of Amee
Reese
Dining Room Menu
5:00-9:00 PM
Dinner Music by
Ken Sarsony
(Well House & Draft)
25
26
27
2-for-1 Drinks 4-7p
Lodge Meeting
Happy Hour
Initiation
4:00 - 6:00 PM (Well House & Draft)
7:00 PM
Dining Room Menu Dining Room Menu
5:00-9:00 PM
NOTICE this
5:00-10:00 PM
Dinner
Music by
May be cancelled Lounge 7:00 PM
Ken Sarsony
due to the State
Sugar Bear Band
Convention
OLEO Bunco
6:15 PM
1st
David Grice
2nd
Elliott Chauncy
Phyllis Gray
Jerry Headlee
3rd
Charles Rector
Lawrence Sauey
5th
Ruben Lamb, PER
Martin Lang
6th
Donald Frazer
Anthony Intravio
7th
Hugh McNichols
Robert Parramore III
9th
Wayne Curtis, PER
Harold Floyd, PER
10th
Thomas La Rocca
James Lee
11th
G. Calloway, Jr.
Julia Slaughter
12th
Ronald Matthews
13th
Guy McWilliams
Rick Osborne
Forrest Perryman
14th
Charles Maine
15th
Johnnie Cox
James Gallaway
16th
Thomas Wilder
17th
Gary Thurston
18th
Karl Raabe
19th
Robert Stenstream
Arlie Tinder
20th
Dock Blanchard
21st
Jimmy Tuck
22nd
Ronald Gomillion
John Shepherd
23rd
William Blair
G. Dozier, PER
Robert Haeussler
Robert Turner
25th
Jack Harward
26th
Arthur Meadows
Dennis Smith
27th
John Alvarez
Jonny Heath
James Sapp
Walter Viebrock
John Yeafoli
28th
Mack Fore
29th
Richard Feltenberger
Michael Melin
Robert Pilak
P. Pruittr
30th
George Chappell, PER
John Fitzpatrick
31st
Sara Arnette
Karen Cunningham
MAY 2017 BIRTHDAY DRINK COUPON
Present this coupon along with your driver's license and your Ocala
Elks Lodge #286 Membership Card and receive a FREE DRINK on
the Exalted Ruler. Valid only during your birth month. Limit 1 (one)
per person. Non-transferrable.
Name: _______________________________________________
#286 Membership No. _______ Verified By: ________________
“So long as there are Veterans,
the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them”
The following is a continuation of the article started last month and depicts some of what Elks have done to serve
Veterans over the years, it is a rich history and one that all of us can be extremely proud of as Elks.
1940: With World War II apparent, the Elks unanimously voted to establish the Elks National Defense and Public Relations
Commission, which placed the power of the Order behind the United States National Defense Program.
1941: Right after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Grand Exalted Ruler John S. McClelland sent a telegram to President
Roosevelt placing the Order of Elks at the nation's disposal.
1942: January 4, 1942 was born the Elks War Commission. With the initial war chest of $35,000, the US Army asked the
Elks War Commission to help recruit 45,000 young men for the ground crews of the Army Air Corps. The Commission,
with the help of the local Lodges, recruited 97,000 men. The Elks War Commission set up a program in cooperation with
Lodges that were close to large military camps to provide Brother Elks with the benefits of their membership in the spare
time available to them, and to provide members of the Armed Forces who were not Elks some of the comforts of home
while far away from their families. Throughout the United States, 155 Elks Fraternal Centers were established which were
supported by the Elks National War Commission, and in many instances, by individual Lodges. Because of the Elks War
Commission’s record of accomplishment, the Elks were asked to help recruit men skilled in construction for the Army
Corps of Engineers and the Navy Construction Battalions. With the enthusiasm and efficiency of our Lodges, the requested
numbers of Army Engineers and Navy Seabees were met three months ahead of schedule. This is a legacy we can all be
proud of and continue to do so in the future.
1946 It was through the Elks’ work with hospitalized veterans during World War II, that we continued our evolution of
"SERVING OUR NATION'S VETERANS”. In July 1946, at the Grand Lodge Session in New York, the Elks National
Veterans Service Commission was created to replace the Elks War Commission. The main goals of the new Commission
were "to carry on the Hospital Program”.
1946 The Elks provided funds and materials to build a recreational unit at the Navy Hospital in Guam.
1946 During this Grand Lodge Session, the Elks pledged, "So Long as there are Veterans, the Benevolent and Protective
Order of Elks will never forget them". Our commitment continues to this day, providing comfort and care to Veterans in
over 300 VA and State Hospitals, long term care facilities, clinics, and USO centers.
1946 The Elks rededicated the National Memorial to honor veterans of WWII.
1950 When war broke out in Korea in 1950, the Elks responded by sending gift packs as they had in World War II. The
same was done during the conflicts in Vietnam, Desert Storm, and continues in our most recent confrontations in the Middle
East.
1951 The Secretary of Defense appealed to the Order for help in procuring blood for our wounded. Within a few months,
the Elks Lodges obtained over a half million pints.
1960’s and 70’s During the Vietnam War, the Defense Department was concerned with the morale of our 400,000 troops
fighting communist aggression because of the anti-American sentiments being reported on the home front. It was decided
that a "Letters from Home" campaign would help counteract all the negative acts emanating from this country. The Elks
answered the call and flooded these fine young defenders of freedom with letters expressing our gratitude for the sacrifices
they were making for our country.
(To be continued next month)
OCALA LADIES OF ELKS
PRESENTS
“An Evening of Bunco”
Saturday, May 27, 2017
Ocala Elks Lodge
6:15 PM Doors Open
7:00 PM Dice Roll
$20.00 Per Person
Appetizers, Desserts,
Tea and Coffee Included
Cash Bar
Limited Number of Tickets Available
Reservations Required
Raffle Items, 50/50 Drawing, Door Prizes
Great Pay Outs for Winners And Biggest Loser
For Tickets Call:
Sandra Harton @ 895-3042
732-7091, Ext. 2
Just a friendly reminder
Minors are not allowed
To sit at the bar.
Nor can they operate any
Of the machines in the Hall
OCALA ELKS NO 286
Post Office Box 2645
Ocala, Florida 34478
A FREE MONTHLY
PUBLICATION
UPCOMING EVENTS
See calendar, page
For Friday Night Entertainment
MAY
5
6
11
11
14
20
25
27
Cinco de Mayo - Drink Specials
Kentucky Derby at the Lodge
Dinner, Lodge meeting
OLEO Meeting
Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch
Preakness at the Lodge
Dinner-Lodge meeting-Initiation ??
OLEO Bunco - 6:15 PM
JUNE
8
10
14
18
22
Dinner Lodge meeting, Initiation
Belmont Stakes at the Lodge
Flag Day
Father’s Day Breakfast
Dinner, Lodge meeting,
JULY
4
9
15
27
Independence Day
Sunday Breakfast 9 AM ~ 2 PM
Grand Lodge Meeting, Reno, NV
Dinner, Lodge Meeting, Initiation
All events and dates subject to change
NON-PROFIT
ORGANIZATION
US POSTAGE
PAID
OCALA, FLORIDA
34478
PERMIT NO. 100