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ALL LODGE NOTIFICATIONS IN THIS PUBLICATION ARE OFFICIAL NOTIFICATIONS AND NO OTHER NEED BE GIVEN
NOVEMBER, 2019 VOLUME 98 / ISSUE 8, SHEILA COX, EXALTED RULER NAPA CALIFORNIA
MESSAGE FROM YOUR EXALTED RULER Happy Autumn,
The leaves are changing colors and falling from the trees and the grape harvest continues. The weather sometimes does not believe it is fall, with days reaching temperatures in the 80’s! One thing for sure, the clear sunshine days are simply beautiful. Last month’s
activities ended with the Napa Elks Music Festival Gazebo event that featured The Charlie Wade Blues Band and DJ Kenny Green. The music and food were fantastic! The attendance was poor. Those who attended had a good time. One of the highlights of the event was our Esquire, Bob Fraid accompanying the band during a few songs displaying his great drummer skills! Calvin and I were able to meet up with Lodge member and AVP Len Fisher and wife Judy, to attend our CHEA President and Lodge member Tim Jaeger and wife Sandy at his visit to the North District at the Willows Lodge. Other Lodge members who attended were Rich Simmons (CHEA Veteran’s Service Chairman) and wife, Carolyn and Bud Morgan (CHEA Sergeant at Arms) and wife, Linda. We had the opportunity to visit the Chico and Paradise Lodges and do a tour through Paradise. What a testament to the resiliency of that community! They continue to make progress in rebuilding their
community. While there, we attended a great community event that was full of local arts and crafts vendors and had watched local officials handing out awards to various community members and organizations acknowledging the contributions in the rebuilding of their community. The Paradise Elks Lodge was recognized at that event. Unfortunately, the Lodge was affected by the arbitrary power shut-down by PG&E earlier in October. It really had a negative impact on Lodge services, including the loss of revenue. Sadly, all activities and restaurant services were cancelled, which impacted the Oktoberfest buffet and celebration. Fortunately, there was no loss of food due to the great preparation of the staff! Thank you Monica and Stephanie for all your time and energy. A big thank you goes out to PER, Marilyn Bartow for stepping in to do the initiation meeting for me while I was away attending a Nurse Practitioner conference. She initiated six new members. The Flu clinic was a success and 205 community member were administered the flu vaccine. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped out at the clinic. Hopefully you were able to attend and enjoy the Halloween Friday Night bar-b-que and the Souper Simple $10 Supper. Finally, the “Great” Northwest District Midterm will take place in Sacramento the first weekend in November. Of course, Calvin and I along with Len and Judy will be attending with a few other Lodge members.
Fraternally,
Sheila Cox, Exalted Ruler
REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER Stanley Blough ~ Bill Goss ~ Craig Jezycki ~ Mark Phillips ~ Peter Darm ~
David Shaw ~ Jose Rossi ~ Chuck Wood ~ Candy & Lodge Pigs Total of $392.26
Please note: At the time of the newsletter printing and editing the month of October purple pig donations have not been completely tallied and recorded yet. So this report is approximately one month delayed.
NAPA ELKS LODGE #832 Grapevine Express
Commitment ~ Communication ~ Collegiality
FROM YOUR LODGE SECRETARY
Hello Members!!
Hope you are all enjoying this beautiful fall weather. The Lodge was among the many businesses and residences that were out of power for a couple of days. Luckily we didn't lose any food, just revenue. We certainly hope it doesn't happen again.
The Lodge is rolling into the holiday season starting with Halloween followed by Thanksgiving and our busiest month of the year, December.
On Wednesday, October 16th we initiated six new members: William H. Beck, Shelley Halladay, Dustin Harnois, Lee Paries, Richard Parker and Sam Slaughter. Please welcome all of them to the Lodge and encourage them to get involved in all of our activities.
Len and I have been traveling a lot with his Vice President duties. It is great to see other Lodges and meet all of the people.
As always, if you have membership concerns please let me know.
Fraternally, Judy Fisher, Lodge Secretary
PROPOSED FOR MEMBERSHIP Dustin Harnois ~ Sponsor: Judy Fisher ~ David Owen ~ Sponsor: Jervovi ~
Zaiga Zarins ~ Sponsor: Alan Miller ~ Ginger Harness ~ Sponsor: David Mellow
Our beloved member Bud Bair recently passed away, he will truly be missed.
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November 2019 Activities Report
Happy Turkey Day
Gazebo Concert: Our Gazebo, Music Festival was held on 9/28/19. The weather was a little breezy but other than that a nice day. We
all enjoyed the Blues music of Charlie Wade band and DJ Kenny Green. We had a nice but very light turnout. Sadly, we ended up
bumping heads with the Safeway Silverado event. With that said those who attended had a fun day of music and food. Our kitchen
staff did a fantastic job with the food and service. Many thanks to Monica Shepard for chairing, all the gentlemen who helped to put
up pop-ups and to Tom Dawson for the use of his large tent. Betty and Sandy who helped with cashiering. We live and learn on our
events we will need to get more information to the public and members next year.
Oktoberfest: Was cancelled due to power outage.
Flu Clinic: The Flu Clinic was held on 10/21, thank you to all who volunteered. I understand from the chairman Shelia Cox we gave
over 200 folks their flu shots. Stay healthy everyone.
Soup Simple Supper: Will be on 10/30 in the Club Room, right now I have 9 different soups. If the power holds up, we are good to
go. Hope you were able to attend!
Halloween: Lodge Halloween on 10/25. This is our regular Friday Night BBQ, with added treats. Costume prizes, and pumpkin
decorating. We also welcomed Tucky the caricatures artist.
Samaritan's Purse-Christmas Child, Shoe Box program: I have ordered the shoe boxes but they are not here as of yet. If they do
not arrive soon, I may need to rethink this community event. I will post updates for this at the lodge. Or you can use your own shoe
boxes. Thanks!
Events in November/December
Toy and Food Drive: Starting 11/1. Please bring nonperishable foods to the lodge. We will be delivering the food to Crosswalk
Church Food Pantry. I will place a box in the front lobby to collect the food. We will have a tree set up in the bar soon. Select a child
off the Christmas tree and sign the signup sheet then return an unwrapped toy to the office by 12/9. The CHP will collect toys 12/11.
Veterans Day: Veterans please fill out the forms regarding your service and plan on joining members and veterans for dinner on 11/8.
Memorial Sunday: The first Sunday in December which this year is 12/1, we will be remembering those who have passed this year,
there will be a short ceremony in the lodge meeting room followed by a light brunch.
Members Christmas Party: On 12/17 in the Club Room. Appetizers, Brandy & Egg Nog, Ugly Christmas sweater contest or hat or
both. Accordion Christmas music by Dan Cooper. Small charge for appetizers.
New Year's Eve: The plans for New Year’s Eve are in the making. This year the chairmen will be the Sollows and the Brambrinks. I
do know there will be limited seating and it will be held in Club Room. More information to follow.
Order your Christmas Wreaths and support lodge fundraiser. Thanks!
Fraternally - Sandy Silveira P.E.R. and Lodge Activities Coordinator
Elk's Memorial Sunday
Please join us on December 1, 2019 for our Memorial Sunday. We will be
remembering those members who have passed and their families. Time will be at 11:00 a.m. with a light brunch to follow.
Please RSVP to the office 255-4522
MEMBERSHIP REPORT
Increases Total members on April 1, 2019.................... 631 New Members Initiated............................... 43 Affiliated...................................................... 5 Reinstated.................................................. 4 Gain…......................................................... 52
Decreases Dropped.................................................... 2 Transferred............................................... 0 Absolute Dimits........................................ 1 Deceased................................................... 3 Loss…........................................................ 6 Net Gain............................................................ 46
Total Members October 23, 2019…….............677 Delinquent Members.........................................32 Membership Lapsation Rate...........................5.07%
Left: P.E.R. Marilyn Bartow welcoming
new members: William Beck, Shelley Halladay,
Dustin Harnois, Lee Paries, Richard Parker and
Sam Slaughter.
Napa Elks Food Drive - Crosswalk Church Food Pantry
Starting November 1st we are requesting non perishable food,
the donation box in the lobby!
The last Friday Night BBQ of the season will be on 11/22/19
and the last Taco Tuesday of the season will be 11/19/19!
Thank You To All The Officers Who Donate Their Time for the Good of the Lodge
Exalted Ruler: Sheila Cox 255-6661 [email protected] Leading Knight: Monica Shepard 246-3137 [email protected]
Loyal Knight: Bill Sollows 224-6604 [email protected] Lecturing Knight: Michael Sobelman 209-559-0758 [email protected]
Secretary: Judy Fisher 486-5749 [email protected] Treasurer: Lindsay Wanagel PER 290-5186 [email protected] Esquire: Bob Fraid 255-3367 [email protected] Chaplain: Robert Niklewicz 484-7373 [email protected] Inner Guard: Ron Kilby 255-5216 [email protected] Tiler: Tom McFarland 255-8008 [email protected]
Trustee 1st year: Ron Rae 224-5194 [email protected]
Trustee 2nd year: Judy Biggs 253-7819 [email protected]
Trustee 3rd year: Mike Biggs 253-7819 [email protected] Trustee 4th year: Tom Dawson 226-8411 [email protected]
Trustee 5th year: Sandy Silveira 252-2284 [email protected]
VETERANS HOME WISH LIST All types of snacks: Candy (without nuts) ~Chips ~ Peanuts in the shell ~ Jerky~ Microwave popcorn ~ Cup of Soup ~ Tea Bags ~ Instant & Regular Coffee. Umbrellas ~ Ponchos ~ Toothbrushes ~ Toothpaste ~ Hair Shampoo ~ Combs & Hairbrushes (men & women) ~Deodorant~ Hand Soap ~ Lotion ~ Body Wash~ Soap~ Nail Polish~ Polish Remover ~Emery Boards- Hair Bands ~Stationery ~ Envelopes ~ Stamps ~ Large Print Books ~ DVD Movies (Non-Violent) ~ CD Music (classical, jazz, western, bands of the 30’s & 40s’s) ~ Audio Books ~ Table Games ~ Puzzle Books ~ Bird Seed, the patients love to watch the birds!
MUST BE NEW: Men’s & Ladies: Watches ~ Jewelry ~ Caps, Hats, Scarves Gloves and Umbrellas MUST BE NEW and in original box Following appliances are now being accepted: Microwaves ~ Coffeemakers ~
50” Flat Screen TV ~ Blenders ~ Slow Cookers ~ DVD Players ~ Toaster Ovens ~ Electric Shavers Not Being Accepted: VCR’s or Cassettes ~ Clothing of any kind ~ Candles ~ Food in cans or jars ~ Alcohol ~ Jigsaw
Puzzles ~ Books ~ Magazines ~ Medical Supplies ~ Liquid or bubble bath soap (no bathtubs)
Napa Elks TOY DRIVE Gift Tree for CHP Choose an ornament off of the Gift Tree
(list your name on the log sheet at the bar)
the child's age & gender will be on the ornament.
Bring unwrapped gift to the office by 12/9/19
Thank you in advance Secret Santa’s!
NOVEMBER BIRTHDAY BABIES 1
st Kelly Pagendarm 2
nd Daniel Blach ~ James Conley ~ Len Fisher 3
rd Gerrie Barreca 5
th George Cliff ~ Rodney
Day ~ Robert Jones 6th
Ray Thornell 8th
David DeBalli ~ Gary Grant ~ Dennis Pangburn ~ Jaret Paulson ~ Allen Ray 9
th Ronnie Cravea 10
th Ronald Lee 11
th Thomas Murphy ~ Aaron Rofkahr ~ Charles Santiago ~ Janet Swan
12th
Michael Clark ~ Lisa Massaro ~ Robert Mattson 13th
William Bresciani ~ Dwight Jensen ~ Gib Toby 14th
Albert Botts ~ Kevin Gallagher ~ Richard Iverson 15
th Marilyn Bartow ~ Brian Freeto ~ Thomas Gill ~ Robert Green
18th
Travis Behrens ~ Henry MacKenzie ~ Martha Tripp 19th
George Altamura ~ Chester Larson ~ Gabriel Lawson 20
th Brian Lavezzoli 21
st John Hudson ~ Dean Stahr 22
nd Garick Abernethy 23
rd Serafina Carson ~ Michele Carter
24th
Michael Venning 25th
Jim Day ~ Raymond Kranich ~ Neta Thornell 26th
Sharon Durham 27th
Paul Haberger ~ Thomas Struthers 29
th Edward Biggs ~ Dianne Thompson 30
th Michael Biggs ~ Christopher Hunter
November 2019 Birthday Coupon - Redeem for your free birthday drink!
Name:_______________________________________Member #______________
Birthday:_____________________________Drink Type:______________________
YOUR BUSINESS CARD COULD BE HERE
Please see the office if you’d like to share your information. It also goes on our website and can link to your own webpage. Plus it helps us pay
for the expenses of the bulletin itself.
YOUR BUSINESS CARD COULD BE HERE
Please see the office if you’d like to share your information. It also goes on our website and can link to your own webpage. Plus it helps us pay
for the expenses of the bulletin itself.
16th Annual Napa Elks Veterans Night Come honor Napa Elks Veterans who have served in the U.S. Military - November 8, 2019
Cocktails 5:00pm/ Dinner 6:30pm/ Program to Follow - Roast Beef & Fried Chicken Buffet Please fill out form & return to lodge office by 11/4/19 - Napa Lodge Veterans will be guests of the lodge.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Veteran, yes____ I will attend.
Print Name_______________________________________
Non-Veterans &Guests ________ $25.00 / Child under 10 ______$10.00
I served in U.S.______ Other Country______ Army Air Corps_____ Air Force_____ Army_____ Marines_____ Navy______
Coast Guard_____ National Guard______ Merchant Marine______ Reserves______Non-Veterans______
Rank___________________ Rate_____________
Designate rank as Ensign, Lt., Capt., etc. and Rate as Cprl., Sarg., Seaman, Petty Officer, etc.
If you wish, please wear your medals, ribbons and old uniform or any part that fits.
BLUES FESTIVAL AT THE GAZEBO! GOOD TIMES!
HALL FUNDRAISER
$25 - WREATHS
ORDER/PURCHASE BY: 11/10/19
PICK UP AT LODGE ON: 12/2/19 Approximately 24 inches w/Red Bow & Pine Cones.
FORMS on entry table. Cash or checks only.
HALLOWEEN THEMED FRIDAY NIGHT BBQ WAS SPOOK-TACULAR!
From Right to Left: What is left of the signs at the Paradise Lodge. CHEA President Tim Jaeger and AVP Len Fisher at the Chico Lodge. The President's dinner at the Willows Lodge. Photos from E.R. Sheila Cox
HELP WANTED! We need someone to be in charge of
keeping the marquee up to date.
Please see the office if you are
interested. Thank you in advance!
Hello Elk Members,
We have had a request to participate in the Christmas Child shoe box program. I will be ordering small boxes to be filled
with children's Christmas gifts and treats. They suggest small toys, stuffed animals and delightful things for kids. No candy, Liquids or toothpaste, this is due to custom issues. You can bring your box to the lodge and I will be delivering them to
Napa Valley Community church on November 18th, 2019. They are requesting a $9.00 donation to pay for shipping as
most of these boxes will be going to children around the world. You can put the $9.00 in an envelope and add it inside your box. You can pick up your Christmas box at the lodge or you can use your own shoe box. Suggested gifts: Dolls, toys such
as jump rope, cars, yo-yos personal items- combs, bar soap, school- crayons, note books, pencils - accessories - socks, hats,
jewelry. These are just a few suggestion please feel free to add your own. Also, they encourage you to add a personal note, pictures or Christmas card. If you have any questions please call me at 252-2284.
Elks Care, Elks Share!
And remember our Elk's local children's toy drive starting November 1st - December 11, 2019. Thank you, Sandy Silveira-Community and Lodge Activities
The Lodge will be
CLOSED
Thursday and Friday
November 28 & 29
Happy Thanksgiving!
Hey members, don’t forget we have a website!
www.napaelks.org And those of you who have a business card in the bulletin, we have them on that site as
well under “supporters”. By clicking on the card itself
it links to your personal website. If you’d like to
update your current card or anyone else interested in adding a new one, please
contact the office.
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THANK YOU
Thank you to all the Flu clinic volunteers: Ron Kilby, Mike and Judy Biggs, Michael
Sobelman, Janice Mousa, Bobbi Witten, Bill and Yoke May Robinson, Tom Dawson, Betty Rollins, Bob Niklewicz, Pam Orris Bob Fraid and Sheila and Calvin Cox.
The Elks Ear
Well it's here!! Halloween, Thanksgiving, my birthday, Christmas and the New Year’s Eve party. The season is
upon us. Where the hell did this year go? With your help we will make it work. As long as we are in the holiday
mood, don't forget about our own Tim Jaeger"s homecoming this March 2020. This is definitely a first for our
Lodge. We have an outline of the committees that will need help. This is a good time for our new members to get
involved, because at this time none of us are sure what we are doing!!
To use boxes or not to use boxes, that is the question? Much to do about nothing. (Sorry Shakespeare.) In the past
we had a problem with certain people taking home all the lettuce and tomatoes in to go boxes. After outlawing to go
boxes, I think they still stuffed them in their pockets. But our steaks and chickens are so huge you may not be able to
eat all of them. I think as Elks we have better manners than that. Why not use the boxes again; if
some people are that hard up. I am sure this major problem will be addressed in the next House
meeting. (I love a good food fight).
Well enough of your lessons for now, I am going to go ask the Boy's at the Bar if they have had the
same problems with boxes to go with their drinks.
You know that somewhere out there, the Best is Yet to Come!!
PAINTED CELLARS Is coming to the Napa Elks Lodge on
Thursday, November 7th
at 5:30 pm!
Come have a cocktail & unleash your inner artist! No experience necessary! Potluck finger foods welcome!
$40 Per Person – $10 Goes to ENF Charity! Cash or check by 11/4/19 to reserve your spot!
Check them out at - https://www.paintedcellarssoco.com/ Fall inspired painting to the left is what we will be painting!
We are having POTLUCKS on Monday and Thursday evenings during football
season – we suggest you bring enough to feed at least 6 PEOPLE!
“First Visit a Guest – Second Visit a Friend – Third Visit a Member”
NOVEMBER 2019
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
Lunch 11:30 – 2:00 FRIDAY NIGHT
BBQ 6:00
2
Please call to see if we have a bartender!
3
4
Lunch 11:30-2:00
5
Lunch 11:30-2:00 TACO TUESDAY 5:30
6
Lunch 11:30-2:00 Dinner 6:00 – 7:00
Lodge Meeting - 7:30
7
Lunch 11:30-2:00
PAINT NIGHT
8
Lunch 11:30 – 2:00
NAPA VETERANS DINNER
9
Please call to see if we have a bartender!
10
11
Lunch 11:30-2:00
12
Lunch 11:30-2:00 House Meeting 5:30
Hall Meeting 6:00 Trustees Meeting 6:30
13
Lunch 11:30-2:00 Dinner 6:00 – 7:00
14
Lunch 11:30-2:00
15
Lunch 11:30 – 2:00
NO FRIDAY NIGHT BBQ
16
Please call to see if we have a bartender!
17
18
Lunch 11:30-2:00
19
Lunch 11:30-2:00 TACO TUESDAY 5:30
20
Lunch 11:30-2:00 Dinner 6:00 – 7:00
Lodge Meeting - 7:30
21
Lunch 11:30-2:00
22
Lunch 11:30 – 2:00 FRIDAY NIGHT
BBQ 6:00
23
Please call to see if we have a bartender!
24
25 Lunch 11:30-2:00
P.E.R. MEETING
26
Lunch 11:30-2:00
27
Lunch 11:30-2:00
NO DINNER
28
29
CLOSED
30
Please call to see if we have a bartender!
Wednesday Night Dinners All dinners include salad, coffee and dessert!
NOVEMBER 2019
6th
– (Spring Mix Salad w/ Candied
Walnuts & Bleu Cheese)
(40) Swiss Steak w/ Mashed Potatoes &Veg $20
(10) Steaks $23 (10) No Entrée $10
Dessert- Ice Cream Sundaes
13th
–(Tossed Caesar Salad)
(60) Lamb Shanks w/ Polenta & Veg $22
(10) Steaks $23 (10) No Entrée $10
Dessert- Cinnamon Pecan Sticky Buns
20th
- (Green Salads w/ Bleu Cheese)
(60) Prime Rib Aujus w/ Baked Potatoes & Veg $25
(20) Baked Salmon $20 (10) No Entrée $10
Dessert- Ice Cream
27th
– NO WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER *The number of dinners being prepared is in parentheses.
The only way to guarantee a meal is to call & reserve one
between 10:30-4:30. It is also imperative that you tell the
cashier if you have called to make a reservation so that we
don’t hold that ticket & someone else misses out. Thanks!
If you ever take any good photos at any of our events that you would like to be in the
newsletter please email them to us at [email protected] – Thank you!
Members Christmas Party
Ho, Ho, Ho! Tuesday, December 17th 6:00 Club Room $12.00
Appetizers, Christmas Cookies, Free Egg Nog/Brandy
Christmas Accordion Music by: Dan Cooper
Ugly Sweater or Hat Contest
Benevolent & Protective Order of the Elks PROUD SPONSORS OF BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA TROOP #832
Napa Lodge # 832
2840 Soscol Ave
Napa, CA 94558-3521
(707) 255-4522 www.napaelks.org
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DATED MATERIAL ~ SAVE THE DATES
Lunch Daily ~ Monday - Friday ~ 11:30 - 2:00
Wednesday Night Dinners ~ 6:00 - 7:00
Friday, November 1st ~ Food & Toy Drive Starting
Thursday, November 7th
~ Paint Night w/Potluck
Friday, November 8th
~ Napa Lodge Veteran’s Dinner
Sunday, December 1st ~ Elks Memorial
Tuesday, December 17th
~ Member’s Christmas Party
Thursday, December 31st ~ New Year’s Eve Party
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