10-02-08 Informational Update

Massachusetts Elks Association Informational Special Update

Massachusetts Elks Association

Email Informational Special Update - 10-2-08

Today is: Name Your Car Day in the United States

October Is:
• Adopt-A-Dog Month • Hispanic Heritage Month • Liver Awareness Month •

National Lupus Month • National Physical Therapy Month •

The National Month Of: Clocks, Car Care, Computer Education, Cosmetology, Kitchens & Baths, Apple Jack, Desserts, Pickled Pepper, Popcorn, Pretzel, Seafood, Restaurants, Sarcastics & Vegetarians

Update on Arlington Lodge #1435 PER Andy Puccino

Andy was released Tuesday September 30, 2008 afternoon from MA General Hospital. They found nothing new in the EEG they did on Monday. Yes, he has that little "glitch" but, they're not sure that that is what is causing the seizures. They found no evidence of the seizures, no damage, which in itself is a good thing, but, explains nothing about why this is happening to him. They gave him seizure medication to come home with and feel that that may keep him from having others.

He has an appointment with one of the Neurogists at the Wang Building of MGH in December and he was told he can't drive for 6 months. He's more upset about that, then the possibility of more seizures.

We both thank you for keeping him in your prayers, for your cards, letters and phone calls. It means so much to us.

Love to all of you, Joanie

Passing of Falmouth Lodge #2380 Past Exalted Ruler Donald Hillier


I have the sad duty to report that Donald E. Hillier, 88, of East Falmouth died Tuesday, September 16, 2008, in Falmouth. He was the loving husband of Helen (Mulhern) Hillier, to whom he was married for 61 years. Born in Boston, he was a graduate of Braintree High School in 1938 and attended Boston University. Donald was a longtime employee of Cities Service Oil Co. (Citgo) until his retirement in 1976, when he became a year-round resident of Falmouth. In his retirement, Don was a member, past secretary and past Exalted Ruler of the Falmouth Elks BPOE 2380 in 1987-1988, and a volunteer with Meals on Wheels and the Falmouth Senior Citizens; he also read for the Audible Ledger. In 2004, he received a presidential volunteer service award from President Bush in recognition of his service and civic participation. In lieu of flowers, donations in Don's memory may be made to the Falmouth Elks Scholarship Fund or the Falmouth Senior Center.

MA Elks Scholarship Fundraising Committee Update

Dave Stringham still has a few CHOKE shirts left and they are on eBay as auction items. They can be found by searching masselksscholarship, or under baseball apparel.

To see all the additional items that the Committee has for sale go to:

http://stores.ebay.com/MassElksScholarshipFlagShop

If they want to buy one, have them contact me at 508-223-3157

Elks National Home now has Website

Have you taken a look at the Elks National Home website lately? Even if you are not evaluating retirement options at this time, the website is an interesting place to visit. It is packed with beautiful color photos and lots of information. The address is www.elkshome.org .

If you are a Lodge secretary or bulletin editor, you can do your members a favor by printing the Home’s web address in your newsletter or posting it in the Lodge. Also, if your Lodge has a website, a link to the Home’s page would make it easy for your members to get information with just a click of the mouse. The staff at the Home is also happy to talk with anyone who has questions. Just call 1-800-552-4140

during regular business hours, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m. ET, and ask for Nellie Martin, Robin Wood, or Sharon Jones. If you prefer, you may write to the Elks National Home, 931 Ashland Avenue, Bedford, VA 24523

'West Springfield/Agawam Lodge #2174 Elk of the Year

Traditionally at West Springfield-Agawam Lodge #2174, the Elk of the Year is announced at the usual time, but then he/she is honored at a Steak Roast at the Lodge in August. On August 9, our 2007-2008 Elk of the Year, Bill Herd was honored at our annual Steak Roast at the Lodge Pavilion.

Here he receives his certificate from PER Bob Haas. Bill was presented several gifts from the lodge and the previous Elks of the Year, including the traditional jacket that he is wearing.

Hudson Lodge #959 4th Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival

Here is a picture of part of the crowd and activities held for the community, according to the local newspaper yesterday we had over 4000 people attending the event.

We had a total of 15 Balloons taking part in our festival, we also had 30 different vendors participate. We had a morning lift off (6:00 AM) followed by family activities beginning at 2:00 PM and going until 8:00 PM.

At 4:00 PM we had tethered rides for the community, another lift off at 6:00 PM and the conclusion of the event was a "balloon glow" at 8:30PM.