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Leading Knight’s Corner – January 2018

Happy New Year!!

I hope everyone had a great Christmas! I’m finalizing the details for the Valentines Dinner and will have the menu out soon along with the tickets. This will be a pre-paid dinner just like our New Year’s Eve event.

Some of the up-coming events: “Purple Pig Dinner” will be later in February and St. Patrick‘s Day corned beef & cabbage dinner in March.

As the Leading Knight, I will be moving up to the next position if you, the membership, so desire. If that does occur, I will be looking for one more
officer and committed chairpersons along with House Committee members. If you would like to become more involved in your lodge by serving as an officer or on any of the committees, please get in touch with me.

Speaking about becoming more involved in your lodge, we are a volunteer lodge and always in need of volunteers for the dining room, bar and tiling the
door. Please call the lodge and sign up to volunteer!

Your Leading Knight,
Gwen Carroll, Leading Knight

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Lecturing Knight – January 2018

A new year is upon us and I would like to thank all of the many volunteers at the lodge for their help and hard work, especially over the busy holiday season.

I would like to invite all members to come down to the lodge, February 3rd for a big Super Bowl party. We will have food, games, a 50/50 raffle and more. Sign up at the bar or call in so that we can get an idea of how many people to expect.

This is a fundraiser so all funds will go to the Elks National Foundation. I hope to see many of you there.

Scott Reinsmith,
Lecturing Knight and E.N.F. Chairperson

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Redwood Roamers – January 2018

At the last Roamers meeting on December 5th, we had a great X-mas party including Howard Ritter projecting a film of the Roamers’ outings and events of 2018. The places the Roamers went to in 2018 are Fort Bragg in May, Lewiston in June, also Reedsport, Oregon in June, Klamath RV Park and McCloud RV Park in July, Florence RV and Gold Beach in August, Apple Hill in September, and finally Benbow RV Park in November. Everyone had great times at all these outings. We are looking forward to new outings in 2019 under newly-elected Wagonmaster Dale Stockly.

On Wednesday, January 23, 2019, the Roamers are challenging the Board of Trustees to a game of Jenga at 7:00 pm in the lounge. Best of 2 out of 3 matches will be declared winners. Come in and support your teams and have fun!

From all the Roamers, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

The next Roamers meeting will be January 2nd at 4:30 pm at the Lodge. Any Elk members interested in joining the Roamers are welcome to attend the meeting.

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Trustee’s Corner – January 2018

Your Board has been very busy through December and we’re off to full work-out in January! We had a new automated phone system installed to relieve some of the phone call work load on office staff and the bartenders. There will be more information forthcoming on this phone system for all the members as soon as installation and training is complete.

Two new convection ovens were purchased and if they are not already installed, they will be soon and the ovens they replaced will be surplussed at a set price yet to be determined.

In December the Trustees, Exalted Ruler, Audit Committee Chairman Brad Smith, Secretary, Treasurer, Royal Night Kathy Payne, and Bookkeeper Maggie Stimson reviewed the financials for the first six months of this year. All were in agreement (other than some minor adjustments) that the financial status of the lodge was in good standing. The next review will be turned in soon and the Board will begin working on next
year’s 2019/2020 Budget in February.

Spring will be here in no time and the Board is continuing to seek lawn mowing and weed-eating HELP beginning in February. Please contact me or the office if you have a few extra hours to help keep YOUR LODGE in shape.

The Board of Trustees meets every month on the first and third Tuesdays at 6 pm. Any member in good standing may attend. If you desire to address the board on a lodge matter, please contact Nina in the office so it can be assigned to the appropriate committee for placement on the agenda.

We are seeking help for crab cooking and serving for Weekend in the Redwoods, later in the month, and also possibly March. Please contact me directly (number in paper newsletter).

Respectfully and Fraternally,
Kevin Christie, Chairman, Board of Trustees

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Exalted Ruler’s Column – December 2018

’Tis the season to be jolly! But, as we celebrate the month of December, we also remember our Elks brethren in Paradise, CA. The Elks Lodge in Paradise is completely gone and brother and sister Elks are without homes. As our Ritual dictates: “The hands of every Elk on the face of the earth will be stretched forth (to you) in a spirit of fellowship and to relieve your distress should you be overtaken by adversity and misfortune.” To that end, your Eureka Elks officers and Board of Trustees stepped up to the plate to help those Elks in need. Our lodge sent $5,000.00 to the Paradise Lodge. In addition, our Past Exalted Rulers voted to send an additional $2,000.

If you would like to make a contribution, you may send a check to the California-Hawaii Elks Major Project Emergency Disaster Fund (CHEMPI EDF). They will see that the funds are allocated appropriately to those in need. Remember – Your contributions are tax deductible! Send checks made payable to CHEMPI to: CHEMPI, 5450 E. Lamona Avenue, Fresno, CA 93727-2224. You may also make credit card donations by calling 559-255-4531. At this time, they are only able to accept monetary contributions.

The month of December is busy and filled with special holiday events. Please read the Herd Talk and make plans to attend. Tickets are on sale now for the New Year’s Eve Party. Make your reservations early for a table. Prime Rib Dinner will be prepared by Dan and Starlene.

To honor those fellow Elk members who have departed, please join us for our Annual Memorial Service on Sunday, December 2nd at 11:00 am in the Lodge Room. With the holidays approaching, please pause to remember our Veterans and give thanks. Without them and their sacrifices, we would not have a country that is free with choices to make a better life.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
God Bless You All
Dennis & Karen Hunter, Exalted Ruler & First Lady

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Leading Knight – December 2018

Greetings!
I would like to apologize to those who signed up for the Men’s Fashion Show and to the men who so graciously volunteered to be models. As you know we had to cancel this annual event for lack of support. This was to be a fundraiser for Major Projects. Major Projects gives assistance to disabled children. It finds speech therapist, vision specialists and physical therapists to mention some of the benefits it affords needy children. I will get off my “soapbox” now.

We are headed into the holiday season and this is always a very busy time of the year for our lodge. Every weekend and many week days are booked for a party of some sort and that means as a “volunteer club,” we are going to need help. This is an excellent way to meet your fellow members and many times you will know the people who are attending the parties. Please call the lodge or call or email me and I will help you to get hooked up to volunteer.

Remember December 15th is the Elk’s Christmas Party for your children and grandchildren. Call the lodge and sign them up so you and yours can join in the fun of Christmas and Santa Claus!!! Don’t forget New Years at the lodge. Look for more information in this issue of the “Herd Talk.” Don’t forget VALENTINES DAY at the lodge. Bring your sweetie for a romantic evening!!!

Your Leading Knight,
Gwen Carroll, Leading Knight

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Veterans Committee – December 2018

On November 9th the Eureka Elks Veterans Committee sponsored the R.E.D Friday BBQ with the Eureka VA Clinic. At this event we were honored to have the Mad River Honor Guard presenting our national colors, Betsy Totten singing the national anthem and pieces by Eureka Vet Center of the “Missing Man” table, Eureka VA Clinic with the Meaning of R.E.D Friday and a celebration of the Marine Corps birthday and Veterans Day.

I want to take a moment to thank some of our sponsors like Eureka Dutch Brothers, United Grocers, Franz Bakery, Eureka VA Clinic, Carbonneau Tile, Arcata and Eureka VFW, and the Eureka Vet Center. A huge thank you to all the volunteers and Committee Members that came out to help. We would not be able to put on such a successful event if it were not for our Volunteers. A special thank you to Kevin Christie for all your preparation in the kitchen. This year we served 196 Veterans and family members for this event. Thank you again everyone, for all your hard work. We look forward to next year.

Respectfully,
Casey Stephens, Chaplain
US Army, Ret. Veterans’ Committee Chairman

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Redwood Roamers – December 2018

The Roamers held a meeting on November 7th. A report was given on the outing to Benbow RV Park on November 1st – 4th . Thursday evening we had a potluck dinner, afterwards we sat around two campfire rings. Friday started with a great brunch from 9-11 am. Some Roamers went shopping in Garberville, some played washers and cribbage, others took a ride to Shelter Cove. Friday evening the Roamers who live in the Garberville area put on a great Thanksgiving dinner. It included a smoked turkey, homegrown ham and all the fixings. There were 55 Roamers and guests for dinner. After dinner we had three fire rings going. Saturday started with brunch again put on by our trailblazers, Darrell, Teresa and Denise Gillette. Everyone was on their own until 3:30, when we went to the drive thru tree in Leggett. We had a group photo in front on the Chandelier Tree. After Leggett we attended the Piercy Volunteer Firemen’s fund raising BBQ. They put on a very good steak and chicken BBQ. This is their major fund easier for the year. Saturday evening we had four camp fire rings going. Bob Holt was the winner of the washers game and Bud Slagle barely came out on top in the cribbage tournament. Everyone had a great time and more than enough to eat.

Other business: the Roamer decorated a X-mas tree on November 12th and elected our new Wagonmaster Dale Stockly. The next meeting is December 5th at 4:30. Any lodge member who is interested may attend.

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Exalted Ruler’s Column – November 2018

As we turn the calendar to November, let’s remember our Veterans and all the sacrifices they have made and are making to ensure our freedom. Take the time to thank a Veteran! And, this is the month for Thanksgiving – to be thankful for our families and our Elks family. On Sunday, November 18th, we’re having a traditional Thanksgiving dinner for all those who won’t be able to have dinner on Thanksgiving Day. Officers and volunteers of the lodge will be cooking and serving. For those who need a ride to the lodge, let us know. Other November events are listed elsewhere in this edition of Herd Talk.

Because of the November holidays, we have moved a regular lodge meeting. We normally meet on the first and third Wednesdays of every month. The third Wednesday happens to be the day before Thanksgiving, so we moved it to the following week. Therefore, in November, our regular lodge business meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 7th, and a regular business meeting and initiation of new members will be held on Wednesday, November 28th. Refer to the calendar elsewhere in this Herd Talk for times and details.

Please remember that the office is closed from noon until 12:30 pm Monday through Friday. Another issue we’re working on is the problem of people moving “reserve” signs after they are set on dining room tables. These tables are set for the amount of people who have made reservations to sit at these tables. Please do not move these signs once they are set. If you need more than one table, please let us know and we’ll try to seat you all together. We want to accommodate your wishes, but need to make sure other members have room as well.

Recently, at our District’s Leadership Conference in Ukiah, we received the honor of hosting the 2019 District Jamboree in August, 2019. What a way to show off our beautiful lodge to the rest of the District and to show them a Humboldt County good time!
As the holidays are now upon us, take part in as many lodge events as you can. Together, we’re Elks!
Dennis Hunter, Exalted Ruler

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Leading Knight’s Corner – November 2018

Greetings!
It is November and you all know what that means…yeah Thanksgiving BUT also the Men’s Fashion Show!!!! November 17th, 5:00 cocktails and dinner at 6:00 with the Fashion Show to follow. The men of our lodge will be modeling very stylish attire and will also be presenting items for you to bid on! This is a fundraiser for Major Projects. Our own Silvia Vader will be cooking chicken and polenta. This evening promises to be both enjoyable for your tummy and your funny bone.

Remember in February we will be having our Sweetheart Dinner on the 14th. Mark your calendars and plan to attend. This will be by prepaid ticket only.

The CCW Class will be on November 10th at the Lodge. 8 AM, coffee and donuts will be available. Wishing you a safe and wonderful month of November.

Your Leading Knight,
Gwen Carroll, Leading Knight