By Juliana Conde, CHEMPI Pre-School Vision Screener (serving the Central, Bay, and parts of the Northwest and West Central Districts) When I started working with the Elks in April I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I was nervous, but … Continue reading →
On July 9, 2016, the Hemet Elks Lodge sponsored a car show, sock hop and lunch with hamburgers and hot dogs. This was a fund raising event to help veterans from the Loma Linda VA Medical Center to compete in … Continue reading →
Recently, Donna Donovan, San Luis Obispo Elks Lodge Veterans Service Chairwoman was presented by James Smitley, District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler “DDGER Outstanding Volunteer 2015-2016†award for her passionate extensive ongoing activities supporting local veteran’s needs.
Continue reading →The Grass Valley Elks Lodge No. 538 received a $2,000 Beacon Grant from the Elks National Foundation. The lodge donated the money to the Interfaith Food Ministry. The Elks’ continued generosity supports their vital “Egg and Peanut Butter†that provides … Continue reading →
On June 17, 2016, the Yucca Valley Elks Lodge No. 2314 had the pleasure of recognizing students from the local Morongo Unified School District schools west of Joshua Tree, CA. Each student was treated to dinner with their family and … Continue reading →
On July 21, 2016 fifteen Escondido Elks Lodge No. 1687 members accompanied 27 disabled military veterans, their staff and aides on a sport fishing trip in the Pacific Ocean aboard the vessel Double Down. Â This event included space on the … Continue reading →
The Hollister Elks Lodge No. 1436 hosted a Flag Day Ceremony that had an unusual twist. Of course, they had the Boy Scout Troops in attendance, as is customary at many similar ceremonies throughout the Association. Yes, there were dignitaries … Continue reading →
The Riverside Youth Awards Program, of the Riverside Elks Lodge No. 643, was held on April 28, 2016 and it was a huge success. There were about 200 parents and students attending the event. Elroy the Elk, the mascot of … Continue reading →
Let’s hear it for our local Lodge and State Champion Americanism Essay contest winner Qili Paape!!! We are happy to report that Elks Lodge 322 Essay contest winner came in first place at our Lodge competition and has moved on … Continue reading →
On August 13, Oceano/Five Cities Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler Mike Balster presented $1000 donation to Nipomo High School Principal John Denno for the SLO South County Parent Institute. The Parent Institute is designed to engage and empower parents as active … Continue reading →