Raleigh Elks 735

12/12/2024

On January 1, 2025, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will proudly unveil "Cherished Memories" at the Tournament of Roses Parade!
Inspired by Elks Camps nationwide, our float captures the joy, adventure, and connection that make every camp experience special. From scenic canoeing to the thrill of mountain biking, it beautifully reflects the parade theme, "Best Day Ever."
Join us in celebrating the Elks’ commitment to service, community, and building cherished memories for generations to come.
Learn more about the Elks and our mission: elks.org

12/10/2024

Wednesday $5 Meal: JAMEXICAN FIESTA
Caribbean Jerk Taco, Rice and Churros by MGM (Morgan, Godwin, Madigan)

Friday Meal:
Beef Stroganoff with Fettuccini, Salad, Garlic Bread and Dessert
$15 by the Does

12/06/2024

The Welcome Home Kit Committee needs your help making the Holidays a little brighter for the children of our Veterans.

The Welcome Home Kit Committee receives referrals from the VA HUD-Vash counselors and other Veteran organizations in the area for Veterans entering housing after being homeless. While our kit is not all that they need to live a normal life, they receive the basics to be able to fend for themselves and get a good night's rest. We provide beds and bedding, kitchen items such as pots and pans and dinnerware, bathroom items including towels and shower curtain, cleaning items and non perishable food items.

In 2024, The Welcome Home Committee provided kits for 58 Veterans. Of the 58 Veterans, twelve (12) had their children with them making a fresh start in life. These twelve families have a total of 28 children, 18 and under.

Our Shoppers contacted all twelve families and they, like many others, are struggling this year to provide for their children for Christmas. Most of the families are in need of clothing for their children.

Our Committee has created tags for each of the children. Please sign out the tags on the sheet on the table. We ask that all wrapped presents be back to the Lodge by Saturday, December 14th, to give the shoppers and other committee members time to deliver to our families.

If you are unable to get to the Lodge to get a tag and want to assist, we can pull a tag for you and text the "wish" list. Please let us know if you would like a boy or a girl and an age range you are wanting.

Please text Stan Hoffman at 919-669-4932 or Yvonne Tucker at 919-604-4480 and they will send you a picture of the tag.

Thank you for your support of our Nations Veterans.
Raleigh Elks Lodge Welcome Home Committee

12/04/2024

ANGEL TREE: For those of you that don't know, this is one of our events we have been doing for years for the National Guard kids. They fill out a wish list for clothes, toys, food, etc. and we hang the requests on a Christmas tree in the lounge, and members choose a tag to buy for, sign out the tag and bring the gifts in wrapped for the National Guard to swing by and pick them up. Becky just got the lists this weekend, and the deadline to bring in the gifts is December 9th, so not a lot of time this year. Becky's message is below.

It’s that time of year again to help our Army of Hope families. I have placed 40 tags on the tree in the annex of children that could use a little extra love this year.

If you take a tag off the tree, please sign the sign-up sheet (it’s neon green) that goes with your number on the tag.

I just need your name and phone number.

I need them back at the lodge wrapped with the tag on the outside so it is visible by December 9th. I know it only gives you a week to make it happen but I just got the list myself.

All of these families have also requested food. For those that would prefer to not shop, I am also collecting Food Lion gift cards to give to these families.

As always, your support for our National Guard is very much appreciated.

If you have any questions let me know.
Becky Hiller

12/04/2024

WEDNESDAY $5.00 MEAL- Vegetable Beef Soup by Janet

FRIDAY DINNER- Chicken Rigatoni w/Cream Sauce, Garlic Bread and Dessert $15.00 by the House Committee. Sign up in the lounge or call.

12/03/2024

WHITE ELEPHANT PARTY-

When: Dec 9th Time: 6:30

Please bring an appetizer to share.

Bring a wrapped Gift between $15-$20

11/30/2024

SUNDAY DECEMBER 1ST-ELKS MEMORIAL SERVICE-

This year’s Elks Memorial Service will be held on December 1st at noon, followed by a potluck gathering in the Social Quarters. The Lodge will provide a ham and all are welcome to bring your favorite dish to share with your fellow Elks.

This event is to remember our Elks that have passed away this past year. The event in the Annex is open to non-members
for the service, but not the lounge afterwards unless they are signed in by a member(our normal guest rules). This event is
also one of our required events where the lounge will be closed during the event and all Elks attend the service. Usually lasts
about half an hour and the bar will open after the service.

11/26/2024

Bingo at the Raleigh Elks Lodge, held on the 1st Monday of the month, will be this coming Monday, December 2nd. Doors will open at 5:30pm and the first game begins at 6:30pm. Drinks, sandwiches, and snacks are for sale at the concession stand. Come join the fun! And we wish you a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

11/25/2024

Pendergast Black Friday Leftover Potluck!

Beef Stew and "BAKEDED" Ham served.
Feel free to bring something.
Come in for food and football!
Open at noon!

Does Basket Raffle Drawing is December 13th!

Happy Thanksgiving All!!!

11/25/2024

The Raleigh Elks' annual luncheon celebrating our Veterans was held on Sunday, November 17. 70 to 80 Veterans and plus 1s were treated to a flag display by our scouts from troop 104, and a wonderful lunch prepared by Raleigh Elks chefs. Our guest speaker this year was retired Army Sgt. First Class Green Beret, Robert White.

Thank you to our Veterans for your service!

11/23/2024

The Christmas Trees arrived today (Saturday). 7' to 8' tall, # 1 grade Frasir Firs and will go on sale for $100 each officially on the Friday after Thanksgiving. If you would like one sooner give us a call at 919-787-5990 after 3pm and we'll meet you on our tree lot. Thanks for your support!

11/23/2024

YARD CLEAN UP DAY- 10 am Saturday, burgers and fries served to volunteers.

WHITE ELEPHANT PARTY-

When:Dec 9th Time: 6:30

Please bring an appetizer to share.

Bring a wrapped Gift between $15-$20

11/22/2024

Come and play Bingo with the Vets!

Every third Thursday we go to the Durham VA to play bingo with the residents from 2:30 to 3:30. It's a fun day for everyone!

If you are interested please contact Angie Edwards (919-357-0994) or Michelle DeLaire (919-612-7112)

11/20/2024

YARD CLEAN UP DAY THIS SATURDAY- 10 am, need volunteers to help with our fall yard clean-up and receive Christmas trees and set
up tree sales area. It would go better if you have a leaf blower or w**d eater or saws you can bring. We have some gloves, but if you
have your own it would help.

From the DOES-

1- The Does Pulled Pork and Pie pre-orders can be picked up Sunday November 24th between 1 pm and 3 pm.

2- The Does Winter Raffle Baskets will be on display at the Lodge and tickets will be for sale. See a Doe and buy a ticket! Raffle tickets
are on sale from now till Friday December 13th.

3- Pancakes with Santa Saturday December 7th at 10:00 am in the social quarters and the library. This event is open to all Does and
Elks and their families. Children eat free, Adults $5.00 apiece.

BOWLING OUTING-

Save the date. Next bowling event is scheduled for Jan 11th.

Same general details.

Bowlero Cary40.00Bowling and charity Fellowship between ourselves and others.

Non members are also welcome

See Merle.

11/19/2024

Does Pork and Pie Fund Raiser Pre-orders can be picked up at the Lodge on Sunday, November 24th, from 1 to 3.

11/19/2024

11/11/2024

When Hurricane Helene came through the western part of North Carolina, Raleigh Elks James and Abbie Martin took on some awesome assistance to those affected! For weeks, they drove out to provide meals and needed supplies to many of those who had lost everything!

Weeks later while James was driving in the area he came across a man standing on a bridge. James is a trained first responder and felt that something didn't look right, so he stopped and cautiously approached the man. He had lost so much and was considering ending his life. James literally talked him off the bridge and connected him with various agencies to help him get through the tough time ahead.

Next time you see James and Abbie be sure to thank them!

11/08/2024

FRIDAY DINNER-Beef Tips and Gravy over Rice, Braised Carrots, Salad, Rolls and Dessert. $15.00 by the Does.