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Dunkirk Elks 1776 - NEWSLETTER JULY & AUGUST2025 - Thank You, from your Exalted Ruler, Vicky May

Newsletter for JULY & AUGUST 2025

NEWSLETTER JULY & AUGUST

NOTICE: THERE WILL BE NO MEAL ON JULY 1st. WE WILL BE BACK TO COOK FOR YOU

JULY 8th FEATURING CHICKEN PARMESEAN.

Hello Everyone,
As I’m writing this newsletter for July & August, it reminds me how quickly time
goes by.  Enjoy your summer, make memories, be kind and always share.

WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING:

June 5th, Cindy Shepherd & I attended the Elks State Convention.  I got to show her
some of the ropes and introduce her to some of the important Elks that came from
across the state.  I have witnessed many conventions in my Elk career, but this one was
impressive.  We received the plaque for $17.60 per capita.  It was exciting watching as
Cindy learned how big and great the mighty Elks are.  They stood together in the
changing of the rulers and came together even stronger to help an Elk in need.  I wish
every member could experience this just once!
Did you know that the Elks Association is responsible for over 11,000,000 dollars
in Cancer Research? Every one of us knows someone or has been affected by cancer
ourselves.  This is much needed research, and we are MAKING A DIFFERENCE!
June 14th, we had a very nice Flag Day Program.  I wish all could feel the sense of
pride I felt as we heard very emotional testimony from members about what the flag
means to them and its history from organizer Brandon Walker.  Fly that flag high & be
proud of Old Glory!!!
June 19th, we initiated and welcomed three new members.  Please welcome Luke
Wilson, Autumn Marcum & Mary Smitley.
The dining room has received the new carpet installation, and it looks great.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this project.  Please come and
see it.  Bring the family for dinner or see about room rental for that big party!  Our lodge
dining room is one of the nicest in Indiana.  All because People care & share.  I’m proud
to be a Dunkirk Elk.

LOOK FORWARD TOO...

Tuesday Meals will resume on July 8th, 5pm-6:30 or until we run out!  We have had to
increase the cost to $13 (this includes 7% tax).  NO WORRIES, the same great taste,
portions and wonderful desserts will remain.  As you know the cost just keeps going up and up, shipping cost, cost of supplies and Food.  We are trying to serve quality and quantity at the lowest cost available.  As always thank you for your continued support.

Have you heard the news??  We are raffling off a golf cart! $20 per ticket and we are only
selling 400 tickets before picking our lucky winner.  Proceeds to pay for a digital sign for
the front of our lodge!
BREAKFAST – First Saturday of every month.  All you can eat! Proceeds to build our
Scholarship fund!!
Weekly drawing every Saturday and the monthly drawing is the second Saturday of
every month.   We have had some lucky big winners!  Come see how lucky you are!!
EUCHRE, second Saturday of month.  Bowling, fourth Saturday of the month.  Unless
otherwise announced!  Signups are at 6:30 and tournament play begins at 7pm.  
Euchre Dates are July 12th & August 9th. The Bowling is on July 26th & there is
NO August Bowling.

REMINDER
LODGE MEETINGS ARE THE FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH!!!
COME GET INVOLVED!

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=1776
CHECK OUT OUR FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/dunkirkelks1776
Thank you, from your Exalted Ruler, Vicky May

BE THE DIFFERENCE!
ELKS CARE-ELKS SHARE

July
1st THERE WILL BE NO DINNER
8TH Chicken Parmesan Pasta, Salad, Garlic Bread
15th Beef & Noodles, Mash Potatoes, Veg, B&B
22nd BBQ Pulled Pork, Mac & Cheese, Salad, B&B
29th Burritos, & Taco Salad, (Chicken or Beef) Refried Beans, Chips & Salsa

August
5th Mini Meatloaf, Cheesy Mash Potatoes, Veg, B&B
12th Baked Steak, Mash Potatoes, Veg, B&B
19th Grilled Chicken Breast, Potato Salad, Veg, B&B
26th Burritos, & Taco Salad, (Chicken or Beef) Refried Beans, Chips & Salsa

All Dinners include Dessert, Coffee or Water

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Lodge Officers for 2025/2026 Elks Membership Year
Exalted Ruler - Vicky May   

Leading Knight - Carl Brandon Walker  

Loyal Knight - Dana Fuller   

Lecturing Knight - Joe Sommers PER 

Lodge Secretary - Cindy Shepherd 

Lodge Esquire - Bob Rawlings (Appointed position)

Lodge Chaplain - Karl Steven Fennig (Appointed position) 

Lodge Inner Guard - Michael Shepherd (Appointed position) 


Lodge Trustees 

One Year Trustee Dan Watson
Two Year Trustee Stu Cowgill
Three Year Trustee Bob Weekley 
Four Year Trustee Gil Brandenburg 
Five Year Trustee Raymond Cook 

House Committee: 
Bob Ford PER
Bob Braun
Joe Sommers PER
James Fulks PER

Stu Cowgill 
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