Issue 01-2023 February/March 2023
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Veteran Christmas Wish Project For several years the Lodge has worked with three area longterm care facili es to provide Christmas gi s to veterans in the facili es that do not have family in the area. Wish lists are sent to us with basic care items, as well special requests from the individuals, i.e., pictures of farm animals, WVU and Steeler clothing items, fuzzy socks. etc. We also add into the bags body wash, shampoo, personal care items, puzzle books and snacks.
Initiated in December: Patty Merrifield, Noah Kerns, Sarah Balcik, Dorian Roberts and Audrey Holley.
MEMBERSHIP UPDATE In April, newly-elected Exalted Ruler Jon the opportuni es to get the work done Kline set a lodge goal of 25 new members with 2 mee ngs each month. for our 2022-23 year. Encourage your friends, coworkers To date we have reinstated 2 and added and family to join. We need members 12 new members to the 411 Herd. to con nue growing. We need people Wai ng in the wings are approximately who support our charitable mission and 6 for orienta on and/or ini a on and 7 have me to volunteer and be ac ve, for vo ng on the lodge floor. There are but also those who are looking for a several applica ons out there we are nice place to hang out and socialize. looking forward to ge ng turned in. We have some work to do to meet our Applica ons are available at the lodge. goal, but February and March give us Interested individuals can also apply on-line at BPOElks411.org.
Celebrating 1898-2023 On March 25, 1898, the #411 Lodge held it's first mee ng. To honor this historic day in our history and officially kick off our 125th Anniversary Celebra on, we invite our members to join us on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 5:00 PM, for special ribbon cu ng event.
Each year we send off gi s for 2830 residents. If you would like to help with the project by shopping or making a dona on, please contact ER Jon Kline to sign up. It is a great way to support our veterans and spread Christmas cheer!