Cuyahoga Fall - Akron - Barberton Lodge Helps Local Women's Center
Cuyahoga Falls - Akron - Barberton Elks Lodge #1923 hosted “Music on Mission”. It was an evening of live music at our lodge, all donated by our Songwriters group named Pandora’s box that meets at our lodge the second Wed of every month. We raised over 17 large clothing baskets full of much needed toiletries and supplies, plus almost $500 in monetary donations for local women’s center.
Cuyahoga Falls - Akron - Barberton Elks Lodge #1923 hosted “Music on Mission”. It was an evening of live music at our lodge, all donated by our Songwriters group named Pandora’s box that meets at our lodge the second Wed of every month.
Two of these songwriters are Elks members. This evening, they had 5 different bands set up, played 30 minute sets, and during this they asks for funds, and donations of supplies for Hope and Healing Battered Women’s and Rape Crisis Center that provides amazing services for all of Summit and Medina Counties.
We raised over 17 large clothing baskets full of much needed toiletries and supplies, plus almost $500 in monetary donations. The two members who coordinated and ran this great event are Bev Hutchins and Wendy Benes.
Cuyahoga Falls - Akron - Barberton Lodge Helps Local Animal Sanctuary
Cuyahoga Falls - Akron - Barberton Elks Lodge #1923 held a family friendly event at the lodge all day and into the evening, where we hosted and raised funds for Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary out of Ravenna which rescues neglected, abused and injured Farm Animals in Summit County and beyond.
Cuyahoga Falls - Akron - Barberton (CAB) Elks Lodge #1923 held a family friendly event at the lodge all day and into the evening, where we hosted and raised funds for Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary out of Ravenna which rescues neglected, abused and injured Farm Animals in Summit County and beyond.
Pictured from left, Fred Lefton Volunteer Coordinator Happy Trails, Mayor Don Walters, Missie Kline PER, Eddie Hayek, Sarah Whitford Leading ER, and Mandy the Pot-Belly Rescue Pig.
Pictured is Mayor Don Walters, Mayor of Cuyahoga Falls.
It’s our 2nd year hosting this event at our lodge and we raised $1,900 in monetary donations for Happy Trails, plus feed and supplies for the organization.
During the day, we had Peanut the Goat, Mandy the Pot Belly Pig and Poppy the Baby Lamb on site for the kids to pet and get to learn about Farm Animals. We had over 100 people, members, guests of members, and children attend.
We had a coloring and craft station set up, all farm animal themed for the kids of course. In honor of our rescue guests for this event, all food folks brought and shared was “meatless” and everyone really did a tremendous job making wonderful dishes to share.
Berea, Lakewood, and Willougby-Cleveland Elks Fight Hunger
The Berea, Lakewood, and Willoughby-Cleveland Elks Lodges volunteered at the Cleveland Food Bank earlier this month to help pick and pack more than 36,000 pounds of fresh produce that will serve about 1,000 families across Northeast Ohio. Seventeen Elks from the three lodges worked together to help our neighbors in need.
The Berea, Lakewood, and Willoughby-Cleveland Elks Lodges volunteered at the Cleveland Food Bank earlier this month to help pick and pack more than 36,000 pounds of fresh produce that will serve about 1,000 families across Northeast Ohio. Seventeen Elks from the three lodges worked together to help our neighbors in need.
Upper Sandusky Elks #83 Honor Students of the Year
Upper Sandusky Elks Lodge #83 presented their annual Student of the Year Awards at the Upper Sandusky Middle School Honor's Program on Thursday night.
Upper Sandusky Elks Lodge #83 presented their annual Student of the Year Awards at the Upper Sandusky Middle School Honor's Program on Thursday night. Pictured presenting the awards is Elk member/teacher Bert Dible along with winners Kenzi Cunningham and Jason Barr. Each month (6) middle school students are selected as Student of the Month. They then are asked to write an essay on Leadership and School Pride and Kenzi and Jason were selected as the top students. They received a plaque and gift card for their efforts.
Van Wert Elks Announce Soccer Shoot Winners.
Van Wert Elks Lodge #1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks held their Soccer Shoot on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at the Elks Lodge. Approximately 25 students participated in the event and were cheered on by parents and grandparents.
Van Wert Elks Lodge #1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks held their Soccer Shoot on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at the Elks Lodge. Approximately 25 students participated in the event and were cheered on by parents and grandparents.
In the girls, U-7 age group, placing first was Arianna Kline, 2nd place was Rayven Hunter & 3rd was Alexandria Scott
In the boys, U-7 age group, placing first was Bryce Miller, 2nd place was Brody Mills & 3rd was AJ Florence.
In the girls, 8-9 age group, placing first was Paylin Gray and 2nd place was Aubree Mills.
In the boys, 8-9 age group, placing first was Ryder Brown, 2nd place was Wyatt Wilson and 3rd place was Carson Miller.
In the girls, 10-11 age group, 1st place was Keira Pollock, 2nd was Riley Brown and 3rd was Tiana Kline.
In the boys, 10-11 age group, 1st place was Alex Davenport and 2nd was Peyton Muhlenkamp.
In the girls, 12-13 age group, 1st was Allison Geib, 2nd was Natalie Lawrence and 3rd was Serenity Hunter.
In the boys, 12-13 age group, 1st was Micah Reeder
The first, second and third place winners each received a trophy. All the participants received a participant medal
The first place winners will represent Van Wert Lodge at the Northwest District Soccer Shoot to be held in Findlay, Ohio on Saturday, June 1, 2019. The winners at the district level will advance to the state contest, which will be held at Coschocton, Ohio on Saturday, July 27 2019.
Van Wert Lodge is proud to be able to provide this contest each year for the area youth to participate in. They would like to thank all the parents who brought out their children and stayed to cheer them on stated Shane Mills, Lodge Soccer Chairman.
Pictured are the contestants and winners.
Van Wert Elks Award Student of the Year
Selected as Student/Volunteer of The Year was Hannah Kraner, a senior at Van Wert High School. The Student of the Year winner received a certificate as well as a $200.00. The winner is eligible to apply for a $1000.00 scholarship through the Ohio Elks Association vying for the Student Volunteer of the Year award.
Van Wert Elks Lodge #1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks held their Youth Recognition Breakfast on Tuesday, May 7, in conjunction with the Elks National Youth Week. Approximately 75 people, including Students, parents as well as teachers, guidance counselors and principals were in attendance.
During the Breakfast, the local scholarship winners who were forwarded to the state for judging were recognized. Also recognized were the local winners in the Grand Lodge Americanism Essay Contest by Jill Evans, Lodge Americanism Chairperson.
The Student/Volunteer of the Month winners were each recognized and the lodge named the Student/Volunteer of the Year Winner. Selected as Student/Volunteer of The Year was Hannah Kraner, a senior at Van Wert High School. The Student of the Year winner received a certificate as well as a $200.00. The winner is eligible to apply for a $1000.00 scholarship through the Ohio Elks Association vying for the Student Volunteer of the Year award.
Pictured left to right are; Linda Stanley, Student of the Month Chair and Hanna Kraner.
Gallipolis Elks #107 Plants Pride in Community
Gallipolis Elks Lodge #107 utilized an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to donate $2,500 to “Gallipolis in Bloom” (GIB) in the support of the beautification of the city of Gallipolis on planting day, May 4th.
Elks National Foundation/Gallipolis Elks #107 Supports Gallipolis in Bloom
Gallipolis Elks Lodge #107 utilized an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to donate $2,500 to “Gallipolis in Bloom” (GIB) in the support of the beautification of the city of Gallipolis on planting day, May 4th.
The money is to help purchase plants, flowers and grow boxes throughout the community and the down town area.
Presenting the donation is Exalted Ruler Bob McClaskey, center, along with Betty Beggrow, GIB Vice President; Diana Parks, GIB Treasurer; Kim Canaday, GIB Volunteer and Cathy Waller, GIB Secretary.
Berea Elks #1815 Host Youth Appreciation Awards Banquet
Berea Elks Lodge #1815 hosted a Youth Appreciation Awards banquet to honor several local kids on their achievements and accomplishments over the past year. This included Boy Scouts, Hoop Shoot Winners, Americanism Essay Contest Winners, and Most Valuable Student scholarship recipients.
Berea Elks Lodge #1815 hosted a Youth Appreciation Awards banquet to honor several local kids on their achievements and accomplishments over the past year. This included Boy Scouts, Hoop Shoot Winners, Americanism Essay Contest Winners, and Most Valuable Student scholarship recipients.
The lodge hosted more than 90 kids, their families, and local community guests with a great dinner and high praise for these wonderful young Americans.
Hoop SHoot Winners with Hoop Shoot Chair, Kevin Maloney
MVS Scholarship finalists with Scholarship Chair Hudson Leonne.
Americanism Essay contest winners and their teachers with Americanism Chair, Bill Maloney.
Fall Reunion Hotel Reservations Now Open!
The 90th Annual Fall Reunion of the Ohio Elks Association will be held at the Columbus Marriott Northwest in Dublin, OH August 15-18, 2019. All Ohio districts will be housed at this venue. Reserve your hotel room now.
90th Annual Ohio Elks Fall Reunion - August 15-18, 2019
Columbus, OH
Join your fellow Elk members this August for the 2019 Ohio Elks Association Fall Reunion in Dublin, OH!
The 90th Annual Fall Reunion of the Ohio Elks Association will be held at the Columbus Marriott Northwest in Dublin, OH August 15-18, 2019. All Ohio districts will be housed at this venue.
Columbus Marriott Northwest
5605 Blazer Parkway
Dublin, OH 43017
August 15-18
+1 (614) 791-1000
The Columbus Marriott Northwest offers a special rate of $113.00 per night for the members and guests of Ohio Elks!
Please register for your room by August 2, 2019 to ensure your reservation at the special group rate.
Newark Elks Lodge 391 Presents $500 Scholarship
The first of two $500 scholarships was presented to Nicholas Workman. Nicholas is a senior at Newark High School graduating this spring and will be attending OSU to study Engineering in the fall.
Newark Elks Lodge #391 Presents $500 Scholarship
The first of two $500 scholarships was presented to Nicholas Workman. Nicholas is a senior at Newark High School graduating this spring and will be attending OSU to study Engineering in the fall. Pictured with Nicholas are his parents Keith and Jennifer Workman and member Grandpa Joe and Grandma Cathy Gaskella.
Congratulations Nicholas!
Alliance Elks #467 Honor Local Youth
Alliance Elks Lodge #467 held their Annual Youth Recognition Banquet in Thursday May 2, 2019. Teenagers of the Year from the 7 schools in our area were recognized along with Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship Award winners. Also recognized were Hoop Shoot and Soccer Shoot winners, along with 4 Eagle Scouts.
Alliance Elks Lodge #467 held their Annual Youth Recognition Banquet in Thursday May 2, 2019. Teenagers of the Year from the 7 schools in our area were recognized along with Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship Award winners. Also recognized were Hoop Shoot and Soccer Shoot winners, along with 4 Eagle Scouts.
Eagle Scouts--Evan Appleby, Jackson Molody, Connor Ecrement, Brady Mohr
Hoop Shoot participants Patty McCully (State Champion), Shaylee Muckeroy and Parker Woods with Any Gabelt committee co chair and Cassie Gabelt, Exalted Ruler
Soccer Shot winners Brooklyn Schuette, Meghan Kirby, Jacab Schuette with Cassie Gabelt, Exalted Ruler
Teenagers of the Year from: Alliance, Marlington, West Branch, Sebring, St. Thomas, Louisville, and Minerva with Cassie Gabelt, Exalted Ruler
Upper Sundusky Lodge #83 Hosts Open House
Upper Sandusky Elks Lodge #83 held a public open house in their parking lot for their community. They had a bounce house, food trucks, ice cream truck, and a touch a truck with the Fire Dept, Police Dept, and EMS. State Drug Awareness chairman Gary Wadlow also set up his display for parents and children.
Upper Sandusky Elks Lodge #83 held a public open house in their parking lot for their community. They had a bounce house, food trucks, ice cream truck, and a touch a truck with the Fire Dept, Police Dept, and EMS. State Drug Awareness chairman Gary Wadlow also set up his display for parents and children.
Pictured are Gary, State President Mark Ratliff, Elroy the Elk, and ER Tammy Groves.
Local Elks Recognized By State President
At the Ohio Elks Southeast District Meeting held at Newcomerstown Elks Lodge #1555, State President Mark Ratliff presented flags that were flown over the Flight 93 memorial to members Jeff Warner and Mike Buchanan.
At the Ohio Elks Southeast District Meeting held at Newcomerstown Elks Lodge #1555, State President Mark Ratliff presented flags that were flown over the Flight 93 memorial to members Jeff Warner and Mike Buchanan.
They were recognized for their outstanding efforts in promoting Elkdom and making a true difference within their own District as well as the Ohio Elks Association. They continue to Guide the Association and Motivate Elks.
Congrats to Jeff and Mike.
Athens Elks #973 Works To Make Community Safer on Drug Take Back Day
Athens Elks Lodge #973 partnered with the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Athens Police Department to hold the annual Drug Take Back Day in Athens, Ohio, at the lodge parking lot. Over 135 pounds of unused, unwanted, and expired medications were collected to be disposed of properly.
Athens Elks Lodge #973 partnered with the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Athens Police Department to hold the annual Drug Take Back Day in Athens, Ohio, at the lodge parking lot. Over 135 pounds of unused, unwanted, and expired medications were collected to be disposed of properly.
Also pictured are Reserve Officer Dave Williams, Athens Police Department (and Elks SC District Drug Awareness Chairman)and Officer Rick Olexa at the collection site.
Pictured are Athens Elks Lodge #973 Secretary Randy Denny with Athens Police Officer Rick Olexa at the drug take back event.
Pictured are Reserve Officer Dave Williams, Athens Police Department (and Elks SC District Drug Awareness Chairman)and Officer Rick Olexa at the collection site.
Newark Elks Lodge #391 Americanism Winners Awarded
Two of the local winners of the Americanism Essay Contest, were presented their awards. Molly Jones and Karah Atunes, are both 5th graders at Jackson Intermediate (Lakewood School District). They were each presented a certificate and $50 cash prize.
Two of the local winners of the Americanism Essay Contest, were presented their awards. Molly Jones and Karah Atunes, are both 5th graders at Jackson Intermediate (Lakewood School District). They were each presented a certificate and $50 cash prize.
They are shown here with teacher, Mrs. Wright, and Elks Valerie & Steve Deedrick.
Athens Elks Lodge #973 Raises Drug Awareness at Kidfest!
On Saturday, April 13, 2019 the Athens Elks Lodge #973 partnered with the Athens Police Department for the annual “Kidfest” program, held in Athens, Ohio. The Elks Lodge participated with the DAP (Drug Awareness Program) efforts. Hundreds of families with children attended the event. The Elks impaired goggles (attempting to stack cups and walk in a straight line) were a huge hit with the children, and even the adults!
On Saturday, April 13, 2019 the Athens Elks Lodge #973 partnered with the Athens Police Department for the annual “Kidfest” program, held in Athens, Ohio. The Elks Lodge participated with the DAP (Drug Awareness Program) efforts. Hundreds of families with children attended the event. The Elks impaired goggles (attempting to stack cups and walk in a straight line) were a huge hit with the children, and even the adults!
Pictured left to right: Athens Police Officer Bob Filar, Reserve Officer and SC District Elks Drug Awareness Chairman Dave Williams, Elks member Ty Smathers, girl with goggles on Maddison Prather, mother Abbi Prather, holding child Makenna Prather.
Newark Elks #391 Join Newark YMCA for Community Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast
Newark Elks donated not only their money, $300, but also their time so that area kids could enjoy a good hot breakfast and hunt for Easter eggs. A breakfast of eggs, sausage, pancakes, apples, and juice gave over 300 children the energy they needed to hunt for the eggs at the local Y.
Newark Elks donated not only their money, $300, but also their time so that area kids could enjoy a good hot breakfast and hunt for Easter eggs.
A breakfast of eggs, sausage, pancakes, apples, and juice gave over 300 children the energy they needed to hunt for the eggs at the local Y.
From left to right; Masako Lowry, Keri Cunningham, and Ruth Cannon
From left to right: Marlene Unternaher, Mary Guinsler, Steve Lowry, Renee Brewer, and PJ Guinsler
Not pictured, but a big help was John Stare and Jeff Unternaher
Berea Elks Lodge #1815 Hosts Eagle Court of Honor
Berea Elks Lodge #1815 proudly hosted an Eagle Court of Honor for Ryan O’Flanagan of Boy Scout Troop #215 which is also sponsored by the lodge. Ryan is the embodiment of what Boy Scouts are all about and the lodge is proud to have played even just a small part in Ryan’s amazing accomplishment. Ryan will be graduating from Berea-Midpark High School this year. For his Eagle Project, Ryan made mobile book shelves for Grindstone Elementary.
Berea Elks Lodge #1815 proudly hosted an Eagle Court of Honor for Ryan O’Flanagan of Boy Scout Troop #215 which is also sponsored by the lodge. Ryan is the embodiment of what Boy Scouts are all about and the lodge is proud to have played even just a small part in Ryan’s amazing accomplishment. Ryan will be graduating from Berea-Midpark High School this year. For his Eagle Project, Ryan made mobile book shelves for Grindstone Elementary.
From left to right is Danielle Mahany, Treasurer; Richard Threadgill PER; Jeff Coyle, ER; Ryan O'Flanagan, Eagle Scout; Leonard Oliveri, Esquire; and John Masterson, Trustee.
Special Guest Visits Newark Elks Lodge #391 April CP Breakfast
April’s CP breakfast was attended by a special guest, Molly Ridgley, who has cerebral palsy. We were honored to have her and her family in our company today. How special it is to meet the families and those who benefit from the donations and grants from Ohio’s state major project.
Special Guest Visits Newark Elk’s April CP Breakfast
April’s CP breakfast was attended by a special guest, Molly Ridgley, who has cerebral palsy.
We were honored to have her and her family in our company today. How special it is to meet the families and those who benefit from the donations and grants from Ohio’s state major project.
Pictured back row left to right are Marla Romine, Valerie Deedrick, Jane McDonald, Angela Schlesiona, Lois Ridgley and Mike Tanner. Front row; Steve Deedrick, Molly Ridgley and Debbie Probasco.
Ashland Elks #1360 Helps To Fight Cancer.
Ashland Elks Lodge #1360 member and Lyn-Way Restaurant co-owner Rob Stoops presents Angela Woodward, Executive Director of the Ashland County Cancer Association, a check of $3,000. The proceeds are from the 7th annual 'Just One More' Greg Stoops Memorial Bowling Tournament, held on April 6 at Luray Lanes. The bowling tournament is sponsored by Lyn-Way Restaurant, Luray Lanes and Ashland Elks Lodge #1360.
Ashland Elks Lodge #1360 member and Lyn-Way Restaurant co-owner Rob Stoops presents Angela Woodward, Executive Director of the Ashland County Cancer Association, a check of $3,000.
The proceeds are from the 7th annual 'Just One More' Greg Stoops Memorial Bowling Tournament, held on April 6 at Luray Lanes. The bowling tournament is sponsored by Lyn-Way Restaurant, Luray Lanes and Ashland Elks Lodge #1360.
This was the second consecutive year the tournament raised $3,000 for the ACCA in Greg Stoops' name.
