Tri-City Lodge #14

1915 West Shore Road, Warwick, RI 02889

September 2016 Volume 62 Issue 69

Exalted Ruler David Knight

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Leading Knight Robert Hartington

461-0172

Loyal Knight Deborah Mangina

523-1225

Lecturing Knight Robert DeReamer

391-6129

Secretary William Hall

440-3392

Treasurer Lori Eaton

738-8133

Chaplain Kristine St. Pierre

527-1089

Inner Guard Deborah Guertin

524-0646

Tiler Dick Warner 921-5573 Esquire Diane Duquette

347-3638

Trustee -1 Year Charles Greaves, PER 465-4141

Trustee -2 Years Donna Warner, PER 440-0548

Trustee -3 Years Nick Rossi

473-6529

Trustee -4 Years

Mark Eaton, PER

738-8133

Trustee -5 Years James Thompson

781-4716

Lounge 401-737-9510 Office 401-737-2196 Fax 401-738-1296

www.tri-city14.com Lounge Hours Sunday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm Monday - Thursday 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Friday 12:00 pm - 1:00 am Saturday 12:00 pm - 12:00 am

As I write this I am amazed at how quickly the summer has gone by. It seems like just yesterday we were preparing for the Tiki and Awards night celebration. A fabulous time was had by all. I am always amazed at the number of dedicated Elks we have here at Tri-City. Polo shirts, awards, and T-shirts were handed out to numerous amounts of dedicated supporters of Elkdom. Kudos to Charlene, Sam and Mike for the delicious food and desserts. It's because of people like you that events like this are possible. The 365 Outing was held at the Masonic Youth Center in Buttonwoods. This is an annual event that over 1200 special needs people are able to come, eat, enjoy music and receive several prizes at absolutely no cost. It is amazing what a difference a penny a day can do when Elks from across the state work together for the greater good. This event would not be possible without countless volunteers. Tri-City lead the way with 57 volunteers, thank you Mark for a job well done! It was a great day for Elkdom. I would like to personally thank my officers for a spectacular job during the State Visitation and installation of 9 new members. You ritual work was outstanding, and the State President and his suite of officers were impressed with Tri-City. Thank you for making me look good. Now that summer is coming to an end we will be back to meetings twice a month on the 1 and 3 Wednesday of the month. Let's keep our momentum going with continued new members joining and growing Tri-City to new heights. Tickets are available for our Grand Exalted Ruler, Michael Zellen's visit to Coventry-West Greenwich lode #2285 on Monday September 26, 2016. Please see me for tickets, $20.00 per person, dinner reception in Business Attire. Our new deck is well underway. Footings are poured, steal is drilled and the framework should be erected by next weekend. We are hoping to be up and running by the end of September. Stop by and see the progress. Raffles have been going on throughout the summer to raise money for deck furniture and we are looking pretty good. I'm hoping the chairs are comfortable, I plan on spend a lot of time there. Before we know the leaves will be changing colors and activities will be moving indoors. But we are holding on to the beautiful weather as long as we can here at Tri-City. We still have a Pig Roast scheduled for September and a Steak Fry in October. Let's enjoy the outdoors as long as we can, celebrating at the Tiki Bar and, fingers crossed breaking in the new deck that is already well on its way to being the best spot to relax in the city of Warwick. Fraternally yours, David Knight Exalted Ruler

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SECRETARY’S MESSAGE Hello All! Once again as in July, August was a very busy month here at Tri-City. The Friday Pizza nights are still going well. Thank you Carol and Cookie. The weekly car shows are also doing well with more cars arriving weekly. Come on down, look and vote for your favorite car. Remember we offer Sausage, Pepper and onion sandwiches, Hot Dogs and Cheeseburgers or plain old Hamburger. The Tiki Bar is also open for all to enjoy. The Awards and Appreciation dinner was held on July 30, 2016 in the backyard with a sellout crowd. Albert “Cookie” DeLory was named Elk of the Year, Mark Eaton, DDGER was named Officer of the Year and William Walaska was named Citizen of the Year. Two other Elks, David Knight, Exalted Ruler and Noel Petisce received the Outstanding Elks award for their dedicated service. On August 4, 2016, over 1200 Special Needs folks were in attendance at the Buttonwoods Masonic Park for the annual picnic. There were fun and games for all, Shrine Clowns, Irish Step Dancers and much more for all to enjoy. August 17, 2016 we hosted the State President, Rick Baccus and his suite for their official visitation to Tri-City Elks and initiated 10 new members. We also elected Russell Richards to Life Membership. The first District Deputy Clinic was held at Coventry/West Greenwich Lodge on August 12, 2016. August 27, 2016 saw the Luau in all its glory. Mark Eaton, DDGER and the kitchen staff did a great job with the food and a good time was had by all. Propositions for Membership: Proposed By: Linda Anton Stephen Blanche Robert Leonard Nick Rossi Joseph Tavarozzi Jeffrey Goff Michael Medeiros Jeffrey Goff Walter Kiggins Albert DeLory Karen McNeil Jane Olney-Battey Richard G. Reniere John Kidd Sharon A. Reniere John Kidd

Investigation: The proposed new members listed above in addition to Daniel Lawrence, Nathen Izzi and James Thompson, Jr.were investigated on August 29 and were all found favorable. Balloting: Russell Richards was balloted on for Life Membership Indoctrination and Initiation: On August 16, 2016 the following candidates were indoctrinated: Michael Bastion, William Dexter, William DiTomasso, Brian Sheridan, Steven Sweeney, Juan Tejada and Gale Thurston. On August 17, 2016 they were Initiated along with Eric Lopes, Donna Beauregard and Michael Heffernan.

SECRETARY’S MESSAGE—continued Life Membership- Eligibility for Life Membership is 65 years of age and 30 years as an Elk. Life Membership is not automatic; just send a note or e-mail me. The following members are eligible for Life Membership; William Brown, Peter Dietrich, Ira Erickson, William Gasbarro, Lawrence Goldberg, Arthur A. Lima, Joseph Lupino, Kenneth Lusignan, Robert McCall, Jr., Earl Peacock, Charles Potter, Jr. David Wesolowski and John Whiting Elks National Foundation Beginning April 1, 2016, we have received donations totaling over $4,000.00 Special Note to our members– When you were indoctrinated you were requested to pledge $100.00 to the Elks National Foundation payable at $10.00 a year for 10 years with your dues payment. Fraternally, William J. Hall Lodge Secretary

ARE YOU READY TO DANCE?

Put your boots on! Country Line dance begins on Monday, Sept 12th. With Paul LeBlond instructing. Class is at 7:00, $6 per class Zumba Class resumes on Tuesday September 6th. Come and enjoy a class With Lorraine Blanchard. 6pm, $6 per class

JULY ELK OF THE MONTH

Dick Warner

LODGE MEETINGS

September 7th —7:00PM September 21st —7:00PM

PIG ROAST

Get your tickets for the annual Pig Roast on Saturday September 10th 2:00 $20. Tickets must be purchased before 9/10

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Your Children/Grandchildren/Nieces/Nephews/Neighbors Are invited to participate in the

2016-2017 Americanism Essay Contest

“Why Is It Important to Vote?” Sponsored by the BPOE & the RISEA

RULES *Eligible participants must be enrolled in the 5th, 6th, 7th 8th grade at the time of the contest. *Essay length not to exceed 300 words; essay must be typed or legibly printed in ink; essay must be submitted as written by the entrant. *Participants must be identified by name, grade, school attending and sponsoring Elk Lodge.

AWARDS

Division I: {5th & 6th grade boys} Division I: {5th & 6th grade girls} Division II {7th & 8th grade boys} Division II {7th & 8th grade girls}

1st Place - Educational Scholarships - $200 2nd Place - Educational Scholarships - $100

Honorable Mention - Educational Scholarships - $50 Prizes awarded in all eight categories

Plaques are awarded to each school that has a participant

ENTRY DATE Essays must be submitted to

Donna Warner, Tri-City Lodge Americanism Chairman

For information & forms: 401-440-0548: dmawarner@verizon.net on or before December 16, 2016

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SAVE THE DATE

Steak Fry on Saturday, October 15th. More information to come. Tickets will be available mid September. We SOLD OUT quickly at the last fry, so please purchase tickets EARLY.

DELINQUENT MEMBERS

EVERY THURSDAY CAR SHOW

Come by and show off your Car or Motorcycle & enjoy the music by Rob Caramonte. A plaque is being rewarded to one special car each week……Come and

Enjoy the fun, relax and have a beverage and maybe something from the grill.

And visit Michele or Alice at the Tiki Bar.

EVERY FRIDAY IS PIZZA NIGHT

Individual size pizzas with choice of toppings. In the lounge from 5—8PM only $4.

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Exalted Ruler's Message

Fraternally, Mark Eaton Exalted Ruler

SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS

If your birthday is in September, redeem this coupon for a

complimentary beverage.

NAME_______________________________

BIRTH DATE________________________________

MEMBERSHIP NO._________________________________

Bulletin Boosters

Carolyn & Roy Alsfeld, LM William J. Brown

Dick & Margaret Bugbee Anthony & Joan Carcieri

Diane E. Carley John and Pat Carr, LM

Paul Collette Mark & Lori Eaton

Harry & Betty Edwards Archille Eno

James & Dottie Felton Tom & Linda Fraccola

Bill Hall David & Mickey Joly Frank & Debra Knight

Terry Leal William A. McElroy, LM Doug & Renee Pariseau

Gary Place

Bernedette Rodrigues Mike & Krissy St. Pierre

Kenneth Smith Dick & Donna Warner, PER

Contact Deb Mangina for Hall Rentals @ 737-2196,

then hit ‘2’ to leave a message.

$125.00 upstairs

$285.00 downstairs (includes the bartender)

prices for Tri-City members

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01 Charles D Cambio 14 Rebecca S Kotch

Alfred Thystrup 15 Lawrence J Darigan

John Whiting 16 Paul Kennedy

Joseph Zenga LM William Walaska

02 Anthony Dicicco 17 Carl Brakenwagen LM

Bryon J Tonge Walter Gaudiello Jr

04 Buddy E Lamphere Lawrence Goldberg

06 James Fogarty William Holmes

William Waters 19 Todd Emond

07 Ron Garcia Thomas Winston

Keith Stenmark 20 Vincent Vento

08 Kristen Delayo 21 Francis Darigan Jr LM

09 Debra Lee Petisce 22 David Knight

Lois Walsh 23 George Downey LM

10 William J Hall 24 F Marie Cavanaugh

Daniel Maine LM 25 Holly Hearn

11 Ronald Minear LM 26 Francis Maguire LM

Dennis Pepin 27 Everett Aubin

12 Gerald Boulay Marie Genest

Elizabeth A Wilson 29 Sherry Bousquet

13 Edward Lamountain 29 Kevin Hawkins

Michael Lewis 30 Henry Archetto LM

Katherine Perry Steve Dupre

14 Michael Albertson Alicia Greenlee

Add your name to our Bulletin Booster List $20 is required to have your name printed in the bulletin for one year. Please send your donation to the lodge with how you want your name printed. Please indicate your check is for the booster. Thank You

Tri-City Elks Lodge #14 1915 West Shore Road

Warwick, RI 02889-4239

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