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Posted Oct 5 2024
Memo Foothills Aerie #4538 Hello Eagles, We are seeing many of our friends from the Great Frozen North returning and we welcome them. We have missed you. Aerie Meetings: We would like to remind everyone that our Aerie meetings have changed to the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm. Come to a meeting and participate in the operation of our Aerie. Oktoberfest, October 11th: Break out your lederhosen and join us for this Fall (?) celebration that will feature a Corn Hole Tournament at 2:00 pm, dinner at 5:00 pm with bratwurst, sauerkraut, potato salad, red cabbage, cucumber salad and pretzel bites and drink specials. Halloween Costume Party, October 29th: Put on your scariest, funniest, or most original costume, come to the Aerie, enjoy our drink specials and dance to one of our favorite bands, the Dependables. During the Queen of Hearts drawing break we will judge costumes and award prizes. Be sure to buy tickets for the fabulous Halloween Basket presented by the Auxiliary. Annual State Visitation, November 8th: Every year the State Aerie Officers, other local Aerie officers and members visit all the Aeries in the state. We are very proud of our Aerie and this is an opportunity to showcase it to the rest of the state. We hope our members consider coming and interacting with our counterparts in the state. For our state visitation, we will be serving smoked chicken quarters and fixings. Taco Tues : Just a note to our volunteers. Taco Tuesday is suffering from a lack of help and we really do need you to step up and give us a hand. If we don’t get enough volunteers, unfortunately, we may have to cancel Taco Tuesday until we do get enough volunteers. I know how much everyone enjoys this event so please consider giving four hours a week or even four hours a month to help us keep this tradition going. We could also use help in the other areas such as Friday night dinners, Saturday night dinners, or baking desserts for either of these fine endeavors. Foothills #4538 Auxiliary : The Aerie would like to thank the auxiliary for their generous $3000 donation to the building fund. We do appreciate everything that you do for us. Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills Aerie #4538 |
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Posted Sept 12 2024
Hello Eagles!! We are happy to announce that our Member / Volunteers appreciation day was a success. We honored our volunteers and celebrated our members with gifts, certificates and a complimentary lunch. We signed up 13 new Aerie and Auxiliary members and raised $500.00 for the new building fund. Congratulations and thank you to all our members who helped to make this event happen. Our next event will be Oktoberfest on Oct 11, 2024. Details will be forthcoming. The main purpose of this memo is to give an update on our fundraising effort. Our focus at this point is to pay off the mortgage for our ten acres of land. If the land is paid off, we will be in a much better position to begin construction of a building. The fundraising goal for this phase is $500,00.00. From January 1, 2024, to August 31, 2024 we have recorded 48,452.01. These donations include: Queen of Hearts 14,070.15 Cribbage 1235.00 Darts 974.00 Loudmouth 1825.00 Pay off the land committee 5000.00 Feather the Nest Committee 1000.00 FOE 4538 Auxiliary 7400.00 Various other donations and functions make up the balance. At this point we had $120,000.00 in our Edward Jones account. We analyzed our financial position and decided that we would add enough money to our earmarked funds to make a $100,000.00 deposit to Edward Jones. So, with $220,000.00 in our account we are almost halfway to our goal of $500,000.00. List Of Donors from 1/1/2024 Carolyn Werkman, Debbie Rennick, Gene Maxon, Harvey LeSure, Ann Yingling, Joyce Thompson, Deborah Whiddon, David Horn, Lynn Watts, Kelly and Marianne O’Brien, Bill Wagner, Sam and Linda May, Bill and Rosemary Wagner, Ralph And Candy Arnold, Toni Jo Quintana, Debbie Ke, Evelyn Pribble,Vicki Spiers, Bill Groot, Jerry Lawrence, J. Beke, Billy and Tina Bolar, Larry Nelms, Bruce Price. For anyone who makes a donation, we give a lapel pin to wear. The money to purchase these pins ($1200) was donated by the members of Cheri Martin’s line dancing class. Thank you very much to the following members. JAMI ALEJANDRO, LAUNI ANDERSON, KAREN BRICE, MARILYN BURRUS, KRIS CEBELAK, SHARRON DURDEN, TAMMI EVANS, SHIRLEY FAIN, HOLLY FISHER, LINDA GREEN, DEBBIE KETTUNEN, CHERI MARTIN, ROSA MARTIN, MARGARET MARTINA, UTA McCORMICK, ANN YINGLING. Thank you for being an Eagle Ralph Arnold Secretary, Foothills #4538 |
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Posted Aug 20 2024 HELLO EAGLES Here we are on the backside of summer, and we are looking forward to the return of our winter members. Speaking of members… We are a diverse Aerie with many members who are here only in the winter, but we have many members who brave the heat and are here year around. We would like to show our appreciation to those who support our Aerie year-round and to our volunteers who keep our Aerie functioning. So… MEMBER/VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY: On Sunday September 1st from 12:00 until 4:00 we will honor our volunteers and thank our members with a complimentary dinner of fried chicken, baked beans and potato salad. If you would like to bring your favorite dessert to share, please do. Additionally, we challenge each member to bring a non-member with them. If you do, each of you will receive a free raffle ticket for a cash drawing. If your friend becomes a member each of you will receive an additional ticket. One member who brought a non-member and one non-member/new member will be drawn for the cash prize. We will have a basket raffle “Raining Dollars”. There will be a Corn Hole tournament at 2:00 pm (sign up in the Aerie, $10.00 team) We will have live music through the afternoon. Drink specials: $2.00 Bud Light draft, $4.00 Blue Hawaiian and $1.50 Busch cans. NEW BUILDING FUND-RAISING COMMITTEE: Our Building Fund-Raising committee met August 20, 2024. We are working hard to obtain enough donations to pay off the debt on the land we purchased on which to build a new “nest.” Our goal is $500,000 to be reached ASAP. This is a project affecting each and every member of our Aerie. We need a new home, and in order to do that we need dollars. We only have two years left on the lease at our present home, so it’s time to get going so we can get moving. With that in mind, there will be a volunteer at the Aerie every Tuesday evening from 5:00 pm to7:00 p.m. to receive donations. We hope to have as many members as possible donate $200 toward this cause. To date we have received $3,100.00 in donations. Pledge forms will be available so that members can pledge $20 a month for 10 months if needed. But keep in mind, every donation matters. Each person who donates will receive a special lapel pin indicating they cared enough to help. Names of donors will also be posted weekly, and alphabetically, on the Aerie TV announcement screens, with your approval. THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!! Also for the Building Fund: Fifty-cent Friday donations jars will be at the front and back doors. Dropping in just two quarters to help with the building project would be appreciated. Starting September 1st, there will be $1.00 daily and $5 weekly draws at the bar. Pages in the books are numbered 1-100. you can pay $1.00 for the daily draw and write your name on any number you choose. On Friday a number will be drawn, and the winner will get 50% of that pot-the rest to the building fund. The $5 weekly draw works the same way, but the number will be drawn for the week on Friday. If you are present and your number is drawn, you will receive 50% of the pot. If you are not present, you will get 25% of the pot. If no name is on the line of any number drawn, that pot goes into the building fund. Anyone interested in serving on this committee, wants more info, or has other fund-raising suggestions, will be welcome at our next meeting on September 17, 2024, at around 10:00 am after the joint officers’ meeting. We are having our annual visitation on Friday November 8th this year. Representatives will be here from Aeries from around the state, as well as dignitaries from the Grand Aerie. If you would like to be a member of this committee, or just want to learn more about this fun event, our next meeting will be held August 27th at 9:00 am. GRAND AERIE CONVENTION: The Grand Aerie International Convention was held Aug 4 -8 in New Orleans, LA. Our Aerie was well represented with nine members attending. We received valuable training in the operation of our Aerie and enjoyed interacting with other members from around the US and Canada. It was Arizona’s turn to host the Four Corners Hospitality Room on the first day and our Aerie stepped up to make it successful. Candy Arnold took the lead in planning and decorations. Kelly and Marianne O’Brien, assisted by Cheri Martin, Sandy Carver and Ann Yingling spent weeks cooking 26 gallons of gumbo and made many (hundreds, it seemed) sandwiches and platters to serve in the Hospitality room. Debbie Rennick served food for hours and Candy Arnold and Cristy Lawson bartended for hours. They, along with many other members from the state made it a success. Our sincerest gratitude to all of you for your efforts. Thanks to all our members for being Eagles. Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills #4538 |
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Posted Aug 5 2024 Hello Brothers, This is to inform the membership that there is a vote to change our By-Laws on SATURDAY, AUGUST 10th at 10am. Change is to be read as follows: Aerie Meetings will be held the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7pm. Thank You for your participation, Stefani Newsome Assistant Secretary Foothills Aerie 4538 |
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Posted July 16 2024 Hello Eagles: IMPORTANT NOTICE TOO ALL MEMBERS: Due to the seating capacity of our Aerie and due to the size of the Queen of Hearts, guests will not be allowed in the Aerie Social Room after 4:00 p.m. Tuesday 16 July and on Queen nights until the Queen of Hearts is won. When our maximum capacity is reached during these events we will not admit ANYONE else in. The Aerie meeting that is scheduled for Aug 3, 2024 has been moved by Aerie vote to Aug 10, 2024. Here is a message from the Fund-Raising Committee regarding New Building Fundraising: PLEASE HELP US BUILD OUR NEW HOME! We are all excited about the prospect of having a new Aerie home. Some new projects arebeing initiated to help us reach our goal of $500,000. Beginning Wednesday, July 24th, when you come into the Aerie you will have the opportunity to pay $1.00 to sign your name in a binder, beside any number that is open for that day. At the end of each day a number will be drawn, and if your name is on that line, you will receive 50% of the amount taken in for that day’s drawing. The other 50% will go to the building fund. Same works for the $5.00 weekly drawing, except you must be present to win your full 50% of what was taken in for that drawing. If not present, you will receive 25%. The weekly drawing will be held Friday afternoon at 4:00 p.m., the week after each drawing closes. When you see “cuss” jars on the bar and hanging on the blue posts in the room, let it be a reminder that each swear word uttered will cost $1.00 to be deposited into those jars. Number 16 of the House Rules of the Aerie states “Profane language of any type will NOT be tolerated in the Aerie home.” The proceeds from these jars will also be ear marked for the Building Fund. Also, a “Pay off the Land fund raiser” will start in August. It has been projected, that if every member could donate $200, we could pay off the mortgage on our 10 acres, and OUR land could then be used as collateral to get a loan with which to build our new “Nest.” $200 is probably not possible for everyone and must seem like a large sum, but please keep in mind that with a pledge donation it is just $20 a month for the next 10 months. You can also help “Feather our Nest” by donating various sums so a special feather with your name on it will be displayed on the back wall. Everyone who donates to the “Pay off the Land” and “Feather our Nest” projects will earn a special lapel pin to wear proudly, have their name put up on a continuing list on the Aerie TV, and on the Aerie Facebook page. Not the amount, just the name (unless donor wishes to remain anonymous.) However, if a donation is made in honor or in memory of a specific person, that memorial will be posted along with the donor’s name. Donations can be made by check, cash or credit card, with Aerie Secretary, or Auxiliary Secretary. You can also come to the Aerie on Tuesday evenings between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., beginning August 13th to make your donation. Someone mentioned that folks get tired of being “nickeled and dimed to death”. Please remember, this is a special, exciting time in the history of our Aerie. We are working to have our own building on land that we own. We want something to show for the amount of money we are now paying for rent. We are all members of this wonderful organization, so let’s pull together and generously support this path to making this dream a reality. |
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Posted June 8 2024
HELLO EAGLES!! Welcome to the new Aerie Year. We are looking forward to a happy and prosperous year. IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you have not paid your dues for Aerie Year 24-25 you are no longer a member in good standing. You may renew your membership without penalty until June 30, after which you will be dropped from the rolls. If you are dropped you must reenroll which carries a $10.00 reenrollment fee. See any Officer or Bartender to renew. Effective June 1, 2024 all NEW Aerie memberships and REENROLLS will be $50.00. So, renew now and avoid the extra fees. We would like to introduce our new Officers for this coming year and wish them all a successful term. AERIE Junior Past Worthy President: Kelly O’Brien Worthy President: William (Bill) Wagner Worthy Vice President: Debbie Rennick Worthy Chaplain: Tina Currie Secretary: Ralph Arnold Worthy Conductor: Cheri Martin Treasurer: Terrie Cartee Inside Guard: John Hoslin Trustees: Eddie Borst, Bill Groot, Sandy Carver, Wendell Blum, Christy Lawson, Linda McCready-Aldengren. AUXILIARY Junior Past Worthy President: Michelle Silvis Madam President: Debbie Borst Madam Vice President: Nancie Hacke Madam Chaplain: Celeste Carter Madam Secretary: Linda May Madam Treasurer: Susan Coyle Madam Conductor: Candy Arnold Madam Inside Guard Sonnia Bean Madam Trustees: Joyce Thompson, Linda Boring, Janet Gentzel FATHER’S DAY, June 16th. Complimentary Brunch for our members who are Fathers (last brunch of the summer), Raffles (gun cabinet and Fan), and door prizes. JULY 4th: Complimentary lunch, Hamburgers and Hotdogs, from 11:00 - 2:00. Bring a side dish to share. 2:00 Corn hole Tournament. Wear your Red, White, and Blue! KARAOKE: Sundays from 3:00 to 7:00 Bob and Raquel. Wednesdays from 6:00 to 9:00 Miss Shirley Fridays from 6:00 to 9:00 (as scheduled) Bob and Raquel SOCIAL ROOM INFORMATION: Effective June 10th all drink prices will be increased by 25 cents. This is due to liquor price increases from our suppliers. Happy Hour will be from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm and will now include beer and wine. There are many new cocktails at the bar, the latest is Expresso Martini. Try it, you will like it. Jello Shots are also available, the proceeds from which will go to the building fund. Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills #4538 |
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Posted May 13 2024 Hello Brothers and Sisters, If anyone has a loved one that has passed in the last year who is a member of Foothills 4538 and you have NOT directly notified the Aerie Secretary, please do so. We want to honor all of our departed Brothers and Sisters on Sunday, May 26th, 2024 at 4pm. The Memorial Service will be followed by a Potluck dinner. On Saturday, May 25th, 2024 we will install our new officers for Eagle year 2024-2025. Please come and welcome them. Thank You, Ralph Arnold Aerie Secretary Foothills 4538 |
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Posted April 30 2024 HELLO EAGLES!!! We are happy to announce that our new bookkeeping system, Quick Books, is up and running, thanks to the dedication and expertise of our treasurer, Terri Cartee. Terri spent countless hours building our program and populating it with all this year’s data. Thank you, Terri, for bringing us out of the dark ages. Don’t forget our elections are this Saturday, May 4th, 2024. The candidates for Secretary are Ralph Arnold and Peggy Townsend. The polls open at 8:00 am and close at 10: am. Also on Saturday is our annual Kentucky Derby Party, hosted by Diane and Charley Plotz. Wear your best hat for the Hat Contest. Tie your horse up out side or bring him inside for horse races, drinks and fun. Cinco de Mayo will be celebrated on Sunday, May 5th. (Sorry, I couldn’t resist) Brunch will be from 10:00 am until 12:00 am and it will feature burritos in addition to our regular breakfast. We will have a Mariachi playing from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. At 2:00 am the cornhole tournament will begin. If you haven’t signed up grab a partner and come on over. Throughout the day we will have beer and drink specials. Hasta entonces!! Mother’s Day, April 12, 2024. For more than a century, the second Sunday in May has been set aside to honor Mothers everywhere – and it all started with a push from the Fraternal Order of Eagles Past Grand Worthy President Frank E. Hering when he made a public plea to recognize Mothers everywhere. A decade later, President Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation making Mother’s Day a reality. This achievement remains one of the most significant milestones in the history of the organization. From preparing brunch to buying cards and flowers, the spirit of Hering and the F.O.E. lives on through our actions on Mother’s Day. So, join us on Sunday May 12th to celebrate our mothers with brunch and flowers. To honor our mothers, all our members who are mothers may enjoy a complimentary brunch and a flower. Annual Memorial, May 26th, 2024 The annual memorial for our departed brothers and sisters will be held on May 26th at 4:00 pm. Please come and honor our members and friends who are no longer with us. Afterwards there will be a potluck, so bring your best dish. President’s Corner: Worthy President Kelly O’Brien Dear Brother Eagles, In just a few days we will hold our annual elections to select Aerie Officers for the 2024-2025 term. Nearly all positions have minimum required candidates of one, with the office of Secretary being contested by two candidates Ralph Arnold and Peggy Townsend, therefore I heartily encourage you to vote Saturday morning between 8:00am and 10:00am on May 4, 2024. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have come forward to volunteer their time and effort as officers of our Aerie, it is their contribution of their efforts and skills both new and practiced that make our Aerie function as a safe and enjoyable social environment for us all. We are still very much the Fraternity of “People Helping People” May is a busy month for us, Officer elections, then officer Installations, Kentucky Derby party with Potluck May 4 at 2:00pm, Cinco de Mayo Sunday May 5 with special drinks and Corn Hole tournament at 2:00pm, May 12th is Mother’s Day THE holiday the Fraternal Order of Eagles started, and Sunday May 26th at 4:00pm we will hold a Memorial service for all our members who have passed this year all are welcome to attend. With most of our snowbird Eagles back up north there is lots of room in the Aerie social room for all of us “Rounders” to enjoy the space, activities and each other’s company and I look forward to seeing you there. Fraternally Kelly O’Brien Worthy President Aerie 4538 Madam President Candy Arnold Hello Sisters, Wishing my fellow sisters a Very Happy Mother’s Day, in advance. Make sure you put us on your TO DO LIST for your special day and joins us at the Aerie for a complimentary breakfast. Mary Kellogg and Company promise you a GREAT treat. After breakfast we will draw for the Mother’s Day Basket of Goodies. The Auxiliary is very proud to say that, with your support of our basket raffles, we gave the Aerie a check for $3000 to the New Building Fund. The Auxiliary will be moving our dinners back to Friday Nights so check your calendar for the menu. Remember that we donate $1 from every meal to the Aerie Building Fund. Joyce Thompson and Company will continue to serve lunches at the Aerie from 11:00 til 1:00 (or as business determines) on Wednesdays. So come and have lunch and play Loud Mouth. Hope to see you all there. Congratulations to your new incoming Auxiliary Officers for 2024-2025: Debbie Borst, President Nancie Hackie, Vice President Celest Carter, Chaplain Candy Arnold, Conductor Joyce Thompson, Trustee Linda Boring, Trustee Janet Getzel, Trustee Susan Coyle, Treasurer Linda May, Secretary To our sisters that have left to go back to their “other home”, have a safe summer and we can’t wait to see you all again in the Fall at “our home”. Respectfully submitted. Candy Arnold |
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Posted April 30 2024 For those of you who are interested, here are the results of the trials held on Sunday, April 28th. Frank Richards, Accuser Vs Ralph Arnold, Accused Charge: Financial Fraud Disposition: Not Guilty Frank Richards, Accuser vs Stefani Newsome, Accused Charge: Fraud Disposition: Charges withdrawn by the Accuser. |
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Posted April 26 2024
Hello Eagles Important Information and Dates: April 28th 2024 A Trial will be held in the Aerie at 2:00 pm: Frank Richards, Accuser VS Ralph Arnold, Accused. A Trial will be held in the Aerie at 3:00 pm: Frank Richards, Accuser vs Stefani Newsome, Accused. May 4th 2024 The election of Aerie officers will be held in the Aerie from 8:00 am until 10:00 am prior to the regular Aerie Meeting. The only office we will be voting on is Secretary and the candidates are Peggy Townsend and Ralph Arnold. We will have a potluck that will start at 1:00 pm, so bring your favorite dish. The Kentucky Derby Party will start at 2:00 and. Wear your hats. May 5th 2024 or Cinco De Mayo Brunch will be burritos, plus we will still serve regular breakfast. Mariachi Band will play from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. Corn Hole Tournament will start at 2:00 pm. Drink Specials and Mexican Beer Specials all afternoon. Aerie Meeting Day Change. A motion to change the regular meeting scheduled for June 1st, 2024 to June 8th, 2024 will be made at the next regular meeting. The change is requested because most of the officers will be attending the State Convention. Early renewals on Thursdays are over for the year. The May Calendar will be emailed as soon as it is published. |
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Posted March 30 2024 Hello Eagles SPRING HAS SPRUNG!!! The calendar was not available at the time of this email. We will send it when it is published. Proposed Changes to By-Laws and House Rules: At our next Aerie meeting on April 6, 2024 at 10:00 am we will have the third and final reading of the proposed changes to our By-Laws and House Rules. After the reading we will have an opportunity to discuss each change then vote on each change. Some of the proposed changes relate to the composition and meeting times of the Board of Trustees, increasing our annual dues to $50.00 and other changes to bring our Aerie into compliance with Grand Aerie standards. Proposed House Rules changes adds social media violations that may be policed by the Board of Trustee and limiting all guests to three visits. Come to the meeting and have a say in the way our Aerie is operated. Saturday Dinner on 3/30/24: Come and join us for our first meal from our smoker. It will feature smoked pulled pork, smoked ribs, smoked beans and Cole slaw (not smoked), all for the reduced price of $12.00. Nomination and Election of Aerie Officers: Nominations of Aerie Officers will be held during the last meeting in April, which is April 20, at 10:00 am. Nominations may be submitted to Cheri Martin who is the Nominations Committee Chair before the meeting or nominations may be made from the floor during the meeting. No nominations will be accepted after nominations are closed by the Worthy President. You must be present to accept a nomination or submit a letter stating your intent to accept a nomination. Election of Aerie Officers will be held at the first meeting in May or May 4, 2024, at 10:00 am. Please consider running for an office and to help guide this Aerie to a bright and purposeful future of people helping people. President’s Corner: Worth President Kelly: Brothers, This is the second installment to the article that is attributed to the Philippine Eagles I came across during an internet search on how to be an Eagle, and how to influence others to be an Eagle. 1. Eagles fly alone at high attitude. Eagles soar higher above the clouds than any other bird. From this first of the seven principles of an eagle, you learn that you should separate yourself from people who do not share your ambitions. Most of the people that will want to bring you down usually are those who have accomplished nothing in life. It’s time to get rid of that friend who says that your degree will get you nowhere or that your business will not get a large market or will fail yet all they do is sit around idling. Find your fellow achievers and journey on to success. This principle also teaches you to be a leader just like an eagle is. 2. Eagles have strong vision. One of the eagle’s characteristics is when it sees its prey three miles away, he narrows its focus to it and sets out to get it. No matter the obstacles, the eagle WILL grab it. This eagle’s way is no different from any other successful people out there. They are the kind of people who no matter the circumstances, they will strive to achieve what they set out to do. In your workplace or business, you shouldn’t let challenges deter you from achieving your goals. There are going to be many obstacles, for instance, you might start a new business venture and the city council is always on your back not to mention friends and family who constantly keep discouraging you but your goal is to build that new home (Aerie) you have been dreaming of. Remain focused on your end goal no matter the obstacles. Do not let them move your focus. Keep going. 3. Eagles do not eat dead things. They feed only on fresh prey. For success, it is vital to be abreast with new changes in the environment you are in, stay focused and up to date by gathering new information and knowledge. The more you know the more open minded you become. Always do your research well to stay clear of outdated information to make sure your work or business remains marketable and relevant . If you sell clothes, for instance don’t sell trousers while everybody is wearing shorts, you will stagnate. In the next few memos, I will present the rest of the principles. Fraternally, Kelly O’Brien Worthy President Madam President Candy Hello Sisters and Happy Easter! Thank you to the Auxiliary on their donation of $3000 to the New Building Fund. Your support of our Basket Raffles is part of the reason that we are able to do this. If you haven’t gotten your chances on the Easter Basket, please do so soon as the drawing will be after Easter Brunch. Why don’t you take Saturday Nights off from cooking and join us for the Auxiliary Dinners from 5:00-6:00, where we donate $1.00 from every meal sold to the Building fund. Speaking of food…. on Thursday’s during Early Dues Renewal, you could join us for lunch for Babe’s Mix and Match which is anything from nuts to bolts, soup, sandwiches and weekly specials. It is a perfect time to have a bite while you are renewing your dues for the 2024-2025 year. All dues are due by May 31, and we even give you a free drink chip if you sign up during this period from 11:00-1:00. Hope to see you there. Nominations for Auxiliary Officers will be made April 15th at the regular Auxiliary Meeting and Elections will be held during the first Meeting in May. Please consider running for an office and to help guide this Auxiliary for the 2024-2025 year. We can use the new ideas that you have. The purpose of the Auxiliary is to raise monies for Charity, where we give 100% of the funds raised for that charity, so if you have ideas and are not looking to be an officer, please attend a meeting and share your ideas. We would like to say goodbye to our Winter Visitors as we know you are returning to your other homes. We wish you safe travels and are already looking forward to your return to us. Fraternally Yours, Candy Arnold, Auxiliary President |
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Posted March 5 2024 Hello Eagles, Welcome to March!! My how time flies. YARD SALE: We are having a yard sale this Thursday Mar 7 from 9:00 to 4:00. You may bring donations to the Aerie on Mar 6th from 12:00 until 6:00. The proceeds will support the first State Worthy President from Foothills #4538. Hamburgers, fries and coleslaw will be available for $5. Donuts and coffee will be for sale for you early risers. STEAK FRY: Saturday Mar 9th we will be grilling steaks for dinner. The cost is $15.00 and we will start serving at 5:00. Quantities are limited, so to insure you get a steak, see the bartenders for a meal ticket. GOLF TOURNAMENT: Message from the Tournament Committee Chairman: Our 1st Annual Golf Tournament is rapidly approaching, and we need to get people signed up in order to prepare the golf course. Therefore, I urge those members who are going to participate, know someone that is participating or need to notify someone to sponsor or participate to do so now. Las Barrancas has graciously provided us with the cost of $45.00 per person which includes range and cart use for the day. That means each person's entry is providing us $55.00 profit towards our charities and programs. I am also asking for folks to start bringing raffle prizes in and ensure they are donated for the after party at the Eagles on April 5th. We will have raffles, 50/50, and announce our tournament winners. I want to thank those who have already agreed to volunteer for the event, and I will be scheduling a planning meeting here very soon, so that we can map out those duties and who's doing what. Thank you all, Gator! You can contact Gator Longworth for more information. email: vfwmc.az.gator@gmail.com text: 619-922-7781 BUILDING COMMITTEE : The building committee has reorganized and is preparing for its first meeting. The date and time will be advertised. EARLY RENEWAL: Early renewal is continuing through April. You can renew your dues on Thursdays from 11:00 to 1:00 receive a drink chip and save the Aerie some money because we don’t have to pay for a dues reminder for early renewals. PRESIDENT’S CORNER: Madam President: Hello Sisters, Wishing you, in advance, a Happy Easter. I would also like to thank you all for purchasing tickets on our recent raffle basket. With your help we donated $1700 to the Aerie for the New Building Fund. I am also thanking you in advance for your purchase of tickets for our Easter Basket which is on display at the Aerie. It has several bottles of livation, gift cards and many other surprises. The money raised from this basket will go to Auxiliary Charities. Congratulations to Joyce Thompson for being selected as the Eagle of the Month. Joyce heads a team for Auxiliary Dinners and is very instrumental in sales for our monthly baskets. She highly deserves this honor and we are very proud of her. Hoping to see you all Saturday for our Steak Fry which is being cooked by Bill Hicks and his team. Tickets are for pre-sale from the Bartender for $15 and will include steak, baked potato, green beans and dessert. We also look forward to seeing you Thursday March7th for our yard sale and Bake sale. Donated baked goods and items are greatly appreciated and can be dropped off at the Aerie Wednesday March 8 from noon til around 7:00. The end of the Eagles year is approaching quickly. With the end of the year comes Elections of Officers. We need new ideas and some new sisters to help guide our Auxiliary for the coming year. If you are interested in learning about the responsibilities of being an Auxiliary Officer, please contact myself, Candy Arnold at 928-581-7544 or Babe Burton, the chairman of the Nominating Committee. Come and join our family, you won’t be sorry. The Auxiliary is preparing lunches on Thursday from Noon until sold out. Babe Burton is doing a variety of sandwiches, soups and salads. Every week is a surprise!!! Come and join us. The time is approaching that some of our sisters will be leaving to go to their other home. We wish you safe travels and can’t wait to see you next season. Now that we are providing more meals (Taco Tuesday, Wednesday lunch, Thursday lunch, Friday dinner, Saturday dinner and Sunday brunch.) we are running out of space to store our goods. If you have a Freezer that you would like to donate, we would greatly appreciate it. As it stands now, we have to shop several times a week as space is limited. You can contact Ralph Arnold at the Aerie or myself. Thanks for your consideration. If you are interested in taking the lead on a meal, you can also let me know, come and cook YOUR special dinner. Volunteers are needed for all meals, as I mentioned earlier, some of our sisters will be leaving us and although we cannot replace them, we can use your help in their absence. Looking forward to seeing you at one of our Aerie events!! Fraternally, MP Candy Arnold Worthy President: Brothers, Recently when I was doing some internet research on how to be an Eagle, and how to influence others to be an Eagle, I came across this article that is attributed to the Philippine Eagles. I liked it so much that I thought I should share it will all the members of our Aerie. It is pretty long so I will present it in installments. This is the introduction to the article. Eagleism is fraternalism, or that state of relationship characteristic of brothers. In the Philippine Eagles, members must have primordially developed a deep sense of brotherhood among them. It is the primacy of their relationship is brotherhood. E – Enlightened and innovative humanitarian A – Animated primarily by a strong bond of brotherhood and fraternal ties. G – God-loving, non-sectarian. L – Law-abiding, liberty-oriented, non-political. E – Emblazed with intense mission of S – Service to country, its people and its community. The Fraternal Order of Eagles is an international non-profit organization uniting fraternally in the spirit of liberty, truth, justice, and equality, to make human life more desirable by lessening its ills and promoting peace, prosperity, gladness and hope. When we arise in the morning we have a strong belief that the seed of success within us is growing. Point is, we all need a daily dose of motivation in a world full of ups and downs leaving us with stress on how to achieve success. In us lies the strength to make us creators of circumstances other than creatures of circumstances. This is why, Dr. Myles Monroe, an intriguing persona who made a mark as a preacher, thinker, and leader, came up with the seven principles of an eagle which should educate and motivate you. In the next few memos I will present each of the principles. Fraternally, Kelly O’Brien Worthy President |
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Posted Feb 16 2024
NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS: The trial that was scheduled for Saturday, February 17th, 2024 at 8am has been cancelled. Thank You |
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Posted Feb/12/2024
Hello Eagles,
Important Notice: A trial has been scheduled for Saturday February 17, 2024 at 8:00 am. The Aerie Board of Trustees has filed a complaint against a member for conduct unbecoming an Eagle. This trial has been approved by the Grand Tribunal. Other Information of interest: Don’t forget that we have a Valentines Day steak dinner and dance on Wednesday Feb 14th. Some tickets are still available for $20.00 each. Please save some nice items to donate to a fundraising yard sale we are holding at the Aerie on March 7th. Someone will be at the Aerie in the afternoon and evening to accept your generous contributions. If you need further information, please contact Cheri Martin at 928-916-0987. Thanks. At the same time of the yard sale, we will be having a bake sale. So, if you have a favorite cake/cookie/fudge recipe to donate, you can drop it off on Wednesday as well. Early dues renewal is in full swing. Come into the Aerie on Thursday between 11:00 and 1:00 during the months of Feb, Mar, and Apr, pay your dues and receive a drink chip. There will be a car show in the Aerie parking lot on March 15, 2024. More details are forthcoming. Thank you for being an Eagle. Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills Aerie #4538 |
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Posted Feb 2 2024 Hello everyone and happy February! Stefani Newsome here with a few announcements. This month we start our early renewals. Come in on Thursdays from 11am-1pm to get your dues paid. Aerie dues are $40, and Auxiliary are $30. If you take advantage of this, you will receive your new card at this time and a drink chip. We will be doing this every Thursday from now through the month of April. Tickets are on sale for Valentine's Steak dinner 2/14 from 5-7pm. Tickets are $20 each which are available at the bar. Cougar will be your musical entertainment for the evening. Line Dancing has been canceled on 2/14. SUPER BOWL 2/11 kick-off at 4:30pm. We will have $2 Bud Light Draft and $3 drinks specials for the game. Also, free hot dogs and chips during the game. Specials start at 3:30pm. BINGO is cancelled until we can find a volunteer to run it. If you are interested in this venture, please contact a trustee. Every Wednesday at 6pm we have Shirley hosting karaoke. We welcome her back to our Eagles. She only uses discs but has a HUGE library of songs and it's a chance to use your discs you have. I am sure I have forgotten some things. So please check out our events calendar which is attached, or you can see it on our website FOE4538.COM or on Facebook. Thank You, Stefani Newsome> Asst. Secretary/Bar Manager |
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Posted Jan 14 2024 Brothers, this is a notification that a vote on a proposed By-Law change will be held at the regular meeting on Saturday January 20, 2024 at 10:00 am. The proposed change is in relation to the Board of Trustees day and time of their weekly meeting. See you there. Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills Aerie #4538 |
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Posted Nov 28 2023
FOE 4538 Memo Hello Eagles, Now that the Holiday Season is in full swing, we would like to wish all our members safe and happy Holidays. We have lots of things planned in the coming weeks so stay tuned. DEC 1: Our annual toy drive kicks off with Bill and Michell hosting Karaoke. This year we are helping to support the Right Turn for Veterans Family Services which has about 90 children in residence. Although the calendar says gifts for toddler to seventeen, we would like to focus on ten years and below. DEC 2: We will hold our very first Saturday Aerie meeting on Dec 2nd at 10:00 am. We will also have an initiation on that day. DEC 3: We will celebrate all our Aerie and Auxiliary members who have a Dec Birthday with cake and drink specials 3 -5pm. At the same time we will celebrate our Aerie’s 12th birthday which is Dec 4th with a steak dinner. We will start serving at 4:00 pm. The cost is $15.00 and dinner tickets are being presold because of limited quantities and to prevent a rush at 4:00. All proceeds from the steak dinner will benefit Amberly’s Place. DEC 15: Friday Night Fish Fry!! Stop by on Friday, Dec 15 and try our Fish and Chips, only $10.00. DEC 16: The trial that was scheduled for Dec 16th has been cancelled as the parties involved have reached a resolution. DEC 31: New Year’s Eve! Come join us for dinner and dancing to the band “Yuma Condition”. The Aerie will close at 3:00 pm to decorate and reopen at 4:00. We will count the year down on New York time (10:00 local). Tickets are $30.00. DECEMBER Eagle of the Month: Mary Rhodes is a hard-working member who has spent countless hours during Queen of Hearts nights selling Daily Draw tickets. Her efforts are much appreciated and we congratulate her on being selected Eagle of the Month. PRESIDENTS’S CORNER: Worthy President: We hope everyone had a pleasant Thanksgiving Holiday. It was reported that a Special thanks goes to the Darts League, again they put on fantastic Turkey dinner for everyone to enjoy. Foothills #4538’S efforts to supply 20 dinners to Right Turn for Veterans and families was outstanding. The true charity of our members ensured we had more than enough turkeys, pies and vegetables to help feed the Vets and their families for this Thanksgiving. I would like to congratulate Mary Rhodes for being our Eagle of the month for December, her smile and friendly nature is especially wonderful while she monitors the door and helps fill up another Daily Sheet. On December 1, Bill and Michelle Hicks will operating the Karaoke and kicking off our Christmas Toy Drive. This year we will be supporting the Right Turn for Veterans who have 91 children they are caring for and the emphasis is on 10 year old’s and younger. December 4th is our Aerie’s 12th Anniversary. We are going to celebrate the occasion in conjunction with our monthly Birthday party on Sunday Dec 3rd with a New York Strip Steak fry and Birthday cake. This Thanksgiving holiday gives us a chance to pause and reflect on being Eagles, the fellowship, the brotherhood of following our motto “People Helping People” and the friendship of our Brothers and Sisters when we are together. May we all have a happy, healthy and joyous holiday season. Fraternally Kelly O’Brien, Worthy President Madam President: We hope you all had a fantastic Thanksgiving. Auxiliary Initiation for December will be Dec 19th as the regular meeting day is the 25th. This means that the Auxiliary will meet the 2nd and 3rd Monday for December only. The drawing for the NFL/Crown Royal quilt will be postponed until Dec 5th to give the Auxiliary more time to sell tickets. If you can help us sell tickets (anytime), please get some from the bartenders and sell whenever it is busy (i.e. Queen of Hearts, Darts, Loud Mouth etc.). We greatly appreciate the help from our Aerie Sisters and Brothers. We are also having a basket for Christmas. If you would like to help us sell tickets, please contact me, Debby Borst or Linda May for tickets. We have heard your request, so, our Saturday Night Chicken Dinners will continue every other week and Chef’s choice every other week. If you have any suggestions please place them in the suggestion box or see Linda May, the Auxiliary Secretary or me. Hear Ye, Hear Ye all you sweets lovers. The Auxiliary will be having a bake sale on Wed Dec 20th from 11:00am to 3:00 pm at the Aerie. Come join us for Loud Mouth, Meat Draw, and goodies. Sisters wishing to donate your special treats please bring them Wed morning at 10:00 am. Bob and Val will also be serving lunch. We will be having a Fish Fry Dec 15th from 3:00 to 5:00 for $10.00. We hope you will be able to join us. Our Chefs, Gary and Harvey look forward to seeing you all. We thank them for helping us. All proceeds will go towards Auxiliary Charities. Candy Poole Madam President |
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Posted Nov 9 2023 Hello Eagles, We continue to welcome our friends who are arriving daily from the frozen north. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to a By-Law change our regular meeting are now on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 10:00 am. The first Saturday meeting will be December 2nd. Due to some technical perceptions, the Worthy President has decided to redo the Worthy Vice President election that was held on Oct 2nd. Nominations were held at the Nov 6 regular meeting and the candidates are Sandy Carver and Bill Keplinger. The Election will be held at the regular meeting Nov 20th from 8:00 – 10:00 am. We are pleased to announce our Eagle of the Month for November is Mary Kellogg. Mary is a hard-working volunteer that has taken possession of the Sunday Brunch and is doing a spectacular job. Congratulations to Mary. A comedy show is scheduled for Nov 19th at 5:00. Tickets are available for $20.00. Our State Visitation on Nov 4th was a success. The State Officers and visitors from other Aeries always enjoy their visits here. The steak dinner was well received and based on the response we will be having a regular steak fry. This month’s Corn Hole Tournament will be on the 26th at 2:30 pm. Registration is $5.00 per person. We are still taking donations for the Thanksgiving Dinners for the Right Turn For Veterans Family Services. PRESIDENTS CORNER: Worthy President Kelly O’Brien Presidents Corner Nov 9, 2023 Hello Brothers, We seem to be off to a good start to November. We had a very successful State Visitation with 11 of the 14 State Officers in attendance. The Aerie room was turned into a splendid Banquet Hall complete with decorations for both State Worthy President and State Madam President. All the volunteers who worked so hard helping to set the room up, serving the dinner, drinks and cleanup are applauded and appreciated for their selfless efforts. The Visitation dinner gave me an opportunity to make some well-deserved Presidential Citations, we congratulate the following for their well-earned awards. - Tim & Rhonda Vinson for all their effort in running a great Queen of Hearts raffle and Corn Hole tournaments. - Ann Yingling for her inexhaustible enthusiasm and energy in everything she can get involved within the Aerie. - Todd Selenka our Webmaster for always keeping our website. Facebook page and interior electronic notice board up to date and designing our event tickets. - Andrea Whitaker for managing to juggle with humor and expertise all the staff and cooking parts of our Taco Tuesday. - Michelle Hicks our calendar scheduler who works diligently to keep us all informed of our many weekly events regardless of how many versions of the calendar she needs to send out. We now look forward Veterans Day with a ceremony by Bill Wagner with a small lunch after to honor our Veterans. Looking forward to seeing all of you enjoying the activities around the Aerie. Kelly O’Brien Madam President Candy Poole: Welcome back Sisters and welcome new sisters. First, congratulations to Babe Burton, Debbie Borst, and Joyce Thompson for receiving a Presidents Citation for making sure we have dinners every Saturday night. Also, to Diane Plotz for receiving the Mrs. Eagle Award. You are all so deserving. Hope you all have a great Thanksgiving. Remember… if you need a place to go join us at the Aerie for dinner at 3:00 pm. Just bring a dish to pass, the Dart Players will supply the turkey. Desserts are welcome. We are still in need of stuffing mix, rolls, gravy, cranberry sauce for the food boxes we are donating to the Right Turn for Veterans. We would like all the food to be delivered by noon Nov 17th. We are also accepting 15-17lb turkeys. Don’t forget our quilt raffle for the building fund. You must stop in and see how beautiful it is. Hope to see your smiling faces soon. Candy Poole |
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Posted Oct 25 2023 Hello Eagles, Welcome to all our old friends who are arriving daily. We have missed you all and are glad you are back. Many of us will be absent this weekend as the Fall Conference will be convened on Friday and Saturday at Lake Havasu Aerie #4299. The Secretary’s office will be closed Oct 27-29. November Activities November 4thOur annual State Visitation will be held. This is an opportunity to meet your State Officers and many members from other Aeries. Social hour is at 4:00, dinner is at 5:00 followed by the program. The dinner is New York Strip steak, baked potato, and Ceasar Salad. Tickets for dinner will go on sale at 3:00 on Nov 4th. Quantities are limited so buy your ticket early. November 5th: Birthday Party from 1:00 – 3:00 everyone is invited to celebrate the Aerie and Auxiliary November birthdays. Birthday cake will be served along with drink specials. November 11th: Saturday Nov 11 is Veterans Day. Join us at 11:00 as Bill Wagner will present a program to honor our Nations veterans. November 19th: The Comedy Machine will be presenting a comedy show on Sunday Nov 19th from 5:00 to 6:30. Tickets are $20.00. November 23: TURKEY DAY!! The Dart Players are hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner for all members. It is a potluck and if you are interested, there will be a sheet posted for you to sign-up to bring your favorite dish. Golfers: There will be a golf league member meeting on October 29th at 4:00 pm Ralph Arnold Aerie Secretary PRESIDENTS CORNER: Worthy President Kelly O’Brien Hello Brothers There seems to be some misunderstanding by a few members, of why and how we elected a new Worthy Vice President on Oct. 2, 2023. While nothing was done improperly according to the Statutes, a couple of things could have been done differently. The Worthy Vice President resigned during the Officers meeting on Sept 18th, but he volunteered to stay in position until a new Vice President could be elected. During the Aerie meeting that day, the Nominating Committee Chair announced to the Aerie that there was a vacancy in the Worthy Vice President’s position. I then opened nominations for an election, two people were nominated, nominations were closed, and the voting was scheduled for 8-10 am prior to the regular meeting on Oct 2, 2023. Since I had not yet read the Worthy Vice President’s resignation to the Aerie it appears that the confusion is in the belief, the Vice president was still in office while we voted for a new one, as we do prior to end of term. In the vein of full disclosure and transparency, we will be holding a new election for Worthy Vice President. Nominations will be held during the regular Aerie meeting on Nov 6, 2023, and at the next regular meeting on Nov 20, 2023, voting will be held from 8:00 am to 10:00 am, the election results will be announced during the Aerie meeting that day. I hope this clears up any misunderstanding or confusion of the proceedings. It is near the end of October and many of our members are starting to return from their summer retreats, we are happy to see their return. We had some fun filled special events this last month including birthdays, anniversary, Motown night, Corn Hole Sunday, and Octoberfest. We now look forward to hosting our State Visitation on Nov 4., Veterans Day and Thanksgiving. The calendar is getting full, I hope there is something for everybody. Madam President Candy Poole: Dear Sisters, Another month has come and gone and we are happy to see our old friends return and we welcome our new sisters. You have joined the best organization of wonderful sisters and hope that you will join us in our efforts to support our local and International Charities. Our “Basket of the Month” will be drawn on October 31 (Tuesday after The Queen of Hearts). Hope to see you all at the Halloween costume party. It should be “spooktacular”. Be on the lookout for our November drawing which is a handmade NFL/Crown Royal quilt, made and donated by one of our members (Sylvia Wynandts). Buy your tickets early and often as this is a very unique quilt. Thank you, Sylvia! Make sure to join us on Saturday nights for our fried or baked chicken dinners. We will also have a Baked Potato Bar the last Saturday of November. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and hope to see your smiling faces soon! Candy Poole |
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Posted Sept 29 2023
Hello Eagles,
Well, here it is, the last week of September. To us permanent residents, it means cooler temperatures, but it also means that we are beginning to see old friends who are returning from parts north. Birthday Party: All Aerie and Auxiliary members whose birthday is in October, celebrate your birthday with us on Sunday October 1st from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. We will be serving cake and drink specials. Oktoberfest: We will celebrate Oktoberfest on Friday October 13th with games, food, and beer starting at 2:00pm. Dinner is at 5:00 with Brats, Sauerkraut, sides, and dessert for $9.00. Come join the fun. Horse Racing: Horse racing is back!! The horses will begin running on Tuesday Oct 3, and they are faster than ever. Come out and urge your favorite number to the finish line. Aerie Meeting: Our next Aerie Meeting will be Monday October 2. If you are interested in participating in the operation of the Aerie, please attend. We will be voting on proposed amendments to our By-Laws and electing a new Worthy Vice-President. Voting is from 8:00 to 10:00pm. Trustee: “Looking for a few good men/women.” We have openings for the position of trustee here at Foothills #4538. We are looking for members with accounting, Banking, or CPA experience, business owners, or someone just willing to learn the business side of the Aerie. The Trustee position is a very important ingredient to the success of our Aerie, which is raising money for charities and providing our members with a safe and enjoyable experience. If interested contact any trustee or officer and an interview will be set up. Presidents Corner: We have established a new section in our memo that will enable the Worthy President and the Madam President to speak directly to the membership. Here goes. Madam President Candy: Brothers and Sisters, The Auxiliary would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support. This quarter we presented a $4000.00 check to the “New Building Fund,” and we could not have done this without your help. Come to the Meat Draw the first Wednesday of each month where the proceeds go into the fund. We also contribute $1.00 from our Saturday night dinner where we serve baked or fried chicken with various sides, plus a yummy dessert. Our “Raking in the Dough” raffle netted over $1000.00…all thanks to you!! Visit the Aerie home and help us to raise funds for our charities, both local and national. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces soon. Your Auxiliary President Candy Poole Worthy President Kelly: Hello Brothers, It‘s the end of our hot and quiet time, the return of our snowbird Eagle has started. As the Aerie President I am responsible for maintaining harmony in the Aerie and to ensure that the Laws of The Order are enforced. I have general supervision over all the affairs of the Aerie, except when the Statutes or Bylaws vest that supervision elsewhere. There are times during the year where I am compelled to exercise that supervisory responsibility. Sometimes this causes conflict within our Aerie. This conflict cannot be resolved by writing letters or making phone calls to the State or Grand Arie, although every member has the right to petition officers at every level. The proper means for a member to raise his concerns about Aerie or function operations is by inquiry through the Aerie officers or at an Aerie meeting. If your concerns are not resolved, the next step is to file a complaint or charges and let the Trustees or Trial Committee determine the validity of your concerns. If the Trial Committee decision still does not address your concerns, then you have the right to appeal that decision to the Grand Tribunal. We all need to remember our Obligation and to observe our own Aerie Bylaws and House Rules in order for our Aerie to be a pleasant and safe place for all our members to enjoy. Your Aerie President Kelly O’Brien Don’t forget we have established a page on our website, www.FOE4538.com, that will allow members to make a donation directly to the new building fund. Our goal of $500,000.00 is still valid and we have a long way to go. Thank you for being an Eagle. Ralph Arnold Aerie Secretary |
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Posted Sept 26 2023 To All Members: The third and final reading for the proposed By-Law amendments will held at the regular meeting on October 2, 2023 starting at 10:00am. After each proposal is read, there will be discussion and then a vote. There will be an election to fill the empty chair of the Worthy Vice President. Voting will be between 8:00 and 10:00am before the regular meeting on October 2, 2023. The candidates are Sandy Carver and Debbie Rennick. Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills Aerie #4538 |
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Posted Sept 1 2023
Hello Eagles, Labor Day: Join us for our Labor Day Celebration on Monday September 4th. Lunch will be Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Potato Salad, Baked Beans and Dessert for $8.00. We will have $2.00 Bud Light Draft and $3.00 Fruity Sangria. We will also draw for the E-Bike and the Raking in the Dough raffle. Birthday Party: All Aerie and Auxiliary members whose birthday is in September, celebrate your birthday with us on Sunday September 3rd from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. We will be serving cake and drink specials. Sunday Brunch: All of our volunteer servers and cooks have enjoyed their summer vacation, but now they are ready to resume the Sunday Brunch. Starting on September 17th brunch will be served from 10:00 to 12:00. Anyone wishing to cook, serve, or clean can call or text Mary at 425-923-4583. A food handler's card is required, but we can help you with that. New Building: As most of you know, we have embarked on a mission to acquire a new home for our Aerie. Last year we purchased 10 acres of land, and last month, through an Aerie vote we signed a contract with a local engineering firm to start planning. This is not a quick process, nor is it a cheap one. Speaking of funding, in the past two years we have raised approximately $200,000.00 dollars through donations and fundraisers. Our Auxiliary has been extremely helpful to the Aerie by donating $20,000.00 to date. Also $20,000.00 has been donated by a very generous member representing another organization. Of this $200,000.00, we have spent $160,000.00 dollars; $110,000.00 for the down payment on our parcel of land and $50,000.00 for the engineering firm. We know we don’t have the funds to complete this project, so in addition to various fundraisers, we are calling on our membership to help. We have established a page on our website, www.FOE4538.com, that will allow members to make a donation directly to the new building fund. Our goal of $500,000.00 is still valid and we have a long way to go. Thank you for being an Eagle. Ralph Arnold |
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Posted Aug 23 2023
Hello Eagles, Well, we are a couple of weeks past the Dog Days of Summer, but you couldn’t prove it by me. Still Hot. But we have a little something that may cool us off, if just for an afternoon. Friday 25 Aug is National BANANA SPLIT Day. WE will be making banana splits from 4:00 to 6:00 pm for only $5.00. The proceeds will benefit the Building Fund. (it’s also National Whiskey Sour Day, but no one was interested in mixing banana splits and whiskey sours). Labor Day. Starting at noon on September 4th we will celebrate Labor Day with a lunch of hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans and dessert. The cost is $8.00 with the proceeds benefiting the Building Fund. We will also draw for the E-Bike and the Raking in the Dough raffles. Anyone that may be interested in serving on Labor Day contact Marianne O’Brien at 928-502-0204. The next Aerie/Auxiliary members birthday party will be on Sunday, September 3rd 1:00 to 3:00 pm. If your birthday is in September, join us for cake and drink specials. Golfers, our golf league is getting closer to starting. If you have signed up, there will be a meeting Sunday September 24th at 4:00 pm to go over rules, format, games, and importantly, your input. League play starts September 29th at 7:00 am. More on this later. Thank you for being an Eagle. Ralph Arnold Aerie Secretary |
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Posted Aug 10 2023
Hello Eagles Bingo players: We must cancel Bingo on Sat August 12th due to a scheduling conflict. We apologize and appreciate your patience as we work through some event changes. Cornhole players: There is no conflict and the tournament will start at 2:00 on Sunday August 13th. Birthday Party: The next Aerie and Auxiliary members birthday party will be September 3rd at 1:00 -3:00 pm. If your birthday is in September join us for cake and drink specials. Liquid Nutrition: The liquid nutrition drive for the Cancer Resource Center is extended to August 31. We delivered about 800 bottles and would like to do more at the end of the month. E-Bike Raffle: The drawing will be held on Labor Day. Get your tickets while you can. Thank you for being an Eagle. Ralph Arnold Secretary |
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Posted August 1 2023 Hello Eagles, Here we are, August 1, 2023. This brutal summer heat is about half over and we are looking forward to our winter members coming home. In the meantime, We have a Cornhole Tournament on August 13th at 2:00 pm. The sign-up sheet is in the aerie. The entry fee is $5.00 per person and the field is limited to 32 teams. Sign up before August 11th to insure your place. To all members whose birthday is in August; The Aerie is holding its first monthly birthday party on August 6, 1:00 – 3:00 pm. Everyone is encouraged to join the birthday members on their special day for cake and drink specials. The E-Bike raffle tickets are still on sale. We have a few tickets left, so buy yours before they are all gone. The proceeds from this raffle will go to the Building Fund. Our liquid nutrition drive for the Cancer Resource Center officially ended on July 31. We are woefully short of our goal of 2500 bottles of liquid nutrition, so we will hold it open for a few more days. Please donate to this worthy cause. The next Bylaws Committee meeting is August 16th at 9:00 am in the Aerie. If you have ideas or suggestions to improve our Bylaws or House Rules, you may attend the meeting, or present them in writing to Worthy President Kelly, Secretary Ralph, or to the Committee Chairperson Cheri Martin and they will be considered. Thank you for being Eagles. Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills #4538 |
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Posted July 10 2023 Hello Eagles, Thanks to all the volunteers and to the membership for making our 4th of July celebration a great success. From the baskets we raised $665.00 for the Right Turn for Veterans and the lunch raised $600.00 net profit for the Building Fund. Way to go!! We finally received our Bingo License. We will resume bingo on Saturday July 29, 2023. The E-Bike raffle tickets are still on sale. We have about 100 tickets left, so buy yours before they are all gone. The proceeds from this raffle will go to the Building Fund. The Christmas in July toy drive is ongoing. Thanks to all who have donated. We hope to fill two big boxes before the end of the month. Our liquid nutrition drive for the Cancer Resource Center is lagging a little. Our goal is 2500 bottles and we have received about 600. Please donate to this worthy cause. |
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Posted on 7/1/2023 Hello Eagles, Welcome to July. We have several events this month, so keep reading. Christmas in July. Beginning July 1st, please bring unwrapped new toys/gifts for boys and girls ages infant to 17 years old. All donations will be taken to Crossroads Mission Aug 1st. Crossroads Mission is one of our regular charities and they always have a population of children housed there. Boxes are available at the Aerie for the toy/gifts. Liquid Nutrition Drive. For the month of July we will be collecting bottles of liquid nutrition (Ensure, Equate, Boost, ect.) for the Cancer Resource Center. Liquid nutrition is one of the biggest needs for their patients. Our goal is 2500 bottles this year. You may drop your donation at the Aerie. Electric Bike Raffle. The Electric Bike is here and the tickets are ready. We will only sell 200 tickets at $10.00 each. When all the tickets are sold, we will pull your winning ticket. The proceeds will go to the Building Fund. Cribbage. There will be no cribbage this Tuesday, July 4th. 4th of July. Don't forget our BBQ Chicken and Corn Hole tournament. Thank you for supporting our Aerie. Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills #4538 |
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Posted 6/29/2023
Hello Eagles, We want to remind you of our 4th of July celebration, which will include a BBQ Chicken lunch at 12:00 and a Cornhole Tournament that will start at 2:00. There is a Cornhole sign-up sheet in the Social Room. Come and help us celebrate our nation's birthday. There will be no Taco Tuesday on July 4th. For all you karaoke singers, the Monday night karaoke is moving to Friday night, effective July 7. There will be no karaoke on Monday July 3rd, but Ralph will return on Friday. If you haven't paid your annual dues yet, there is still time to renew your membership without penalty. You can renew over the phone with a credit card or come in and see any officer or bartender. The By-Laws committee is in session, so if there is something that you would like for the committee to present to the Aerie, give your written suggestion to any officer, trustee, or directly to the Secretary. Thank you for supporting our Aerie. Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills #4538 |
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Posted 6/21/2023
Hello Eagles, We would like to remind all of you who have not renewed your membership that all privileges are suspended until you renew your dues. There is a 30 day grace period, which ends June 30, during which you may renew without penalty. After 30 days you will be dropped and there is an additional 10 dollar fee to reenroll. So to avoid the penalty, see any officer or bartender or the Secretary to renew your membership. The Worthy President is asking for volunteers to serve on the Membership Security Committee whose duty is to contact members who are delinquent in their dues. Contact WP Kelly O'Brien at 928-502-0202 or foefoothills4538@gmail.com. The Sunday Brunch crew is taking a vacation this summer. We are discontinuing Sunday Brunch until September 3, 2023. We invite you to join us on July 4th to celebrate the birthday of our nation. We will have BBQ chicken, Potato Salad and BBQ Beans for lunch for 8.00 dollars. We will have raffle baskets and also a corn hole tournament, so come and enjoy. Thank all of you for supporting our Aerie and we hope to see you soon. Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills Aerie 4538 |
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Posted 6/10/2023 Hello Eagles, Welcome to the new Eagles year which began June 1, 2023. We are looking forward to having a great year with our new officers and trustees. The list of new officers is enclosed. Don't forget our Father's Day celebration on Jube 18, 2023 from 10:00 to 12:00. We are having a brunch sponsored by the Auxiliary and it is free to all fathers who are valid members of our Aerie. There will be a drawing for prizes and an auction for a full day fishing trip out of San Diego. There are three baskets that will be drawn for on Saturday night and you don't have to be present to win, so buy some tickets. We will continue to offer Taco Tuesday throughout the summer, but the Sunday brunch will depend on participation. Thanks everyone for coming out and supporting our Aerie. See you Soon. Jr. Past Worthy President: Dale Stone Worthy President: Kelly O’Brien Worthy Vice President: Warren Gay Worthy Chaplain: Tina Currie Worthy Conductor: Cheri Martin Secretary: Ralph Arnold Treasurer: Rita Gay Inside Guard: Sandy Carver Trustee: Sid Engebretson Trustee: Chris Vollans Trustee: Jim Ross Trustee: Jim Golden Trustee: Bill Keplinger Trustee: Vacant Trustee: Vacant Auditor: Janet Cook Finance Committee Chair: Rosemary Wagner Finance Committee: Kathleen Hoppe Finance Committee: Vicki Spears Ralph Arnold Secretary Foothills Aerie #4538 |
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Posted May 25 2023 We must postpone our Bingo games on Saturday until further notice. Bingo will resume after we receive our updated bingo license. Watch for our next memo regarding bingo. May 29th is our Memorial Day Celebration. Please come out and support our Freedom and those who gave the Ultimate Sacrifice to give us that Freedom. Here is how the day will be planned. 1. Flag Ceremony starts at 11 am. sharp outside of our front door. 2. Memorial Day Service by Bill Wagner to follow right after the Flag Ceremony. This service is always thought out right from Bill’s heart. He will provide us with the true meaning of our Freedom by those from all branches of our Military who gave the Ultimate Sacrifice for our Freedom. So please let’s thank them by showing our support and come to this Remembrance. 3. Hamburgers and hot dogs with sides and chips will be served after our Service for $6.00 . What a great way to Celebrate our Freedom with our Eagle Family and friends. Peggy Townsend Aerie Secretary FOE 4538 Foothills |
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Posted May 20 FOE 4538 Memo Friday May 26th . is going to be a little different. We are having a party that is providing chicken and the rest is potluck for dinner. If you are planning to come to the Eagles for dinner, PLEASE, bring your favorite side dish to share with everyone. This is something different and we will see how it works. The Band for the night will be Kat & Marlin so you will want to be here to dance the night away or just listen to some great music and visit with friends while enjoying your favorite beverage. May 29th is our Memorial Day Celebration. Please come out and support our Freedom and those who gave the Ultimate Sacrifice to give us that Freedom. Here is how the day will be planned. 1. Flag Ceremony starts at 11 am. sharp outside of our front door. 2. Memorial Day Service by Bill Wagner to follow right after the Flag Ceremony. This service is always thought out right from Bill’s heart. He will provide us with the true meaning of our Freedom by those from all branches of our Military who gave the Ultimate Sacrifice for our Freedom. So please let’s thank them by showing our support and come to this Remembrance. 3. Hamburgers and hot dogs with sides and chips will be served after our Service for $6.00 . What a great way to Celebrate our Freedom with our Eagle Family and friends. Dues, we have less than two weeks before our Dues become delinquent on June 1, 2023 . The third dues notices have been sent out. If you have already paid you might get a notice due to the overlap time. If you have NOT paid your dues there is still time to get them paid. You can call and pay by Credit Card over the phone at 928-247-9469 and please let us know if you want your card mailed or held here until your return. You can also mail a check to us payable to: FOE 4538 at 11274 S. Fortuna Rd. B-8, Yuma, AZ 85367. Aerie dues are $40.00 (yellow card) and Auxiliary dues are $30.00 (white card). There will be an extra charge placed by Grand Aerie to put you back on their system once you are dropped for nonpayment. We will also have another Dues Drive on May 25 th from 12 pm to 1 pm and you will get a chip for a beverage while you wait for us to print your cards. If you can’t wait, we will hold in the box at the Bar for you to pick up. We appreciate all your help in getting your dues paid. See you at the Eagles, Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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Posted May 19th Congrats to David and Linda the 2 Mother's Day baskets winners. A big thank you for the Volunteers who make up the baskets. We raised $1021 for the building fund. Watch for the Father’s Day raffle basket, coming soon. FOE 4538 Auxilary Secretary Linda May |
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Posted May 12 2023 May Calendar and Memo Here is the May Calendar. We are having difficulties with multiple changes happening at the last minute. When we think the calendar is complete, we get notified of more changes. We do put a few Calendars in the box at the Eagles and let people know there is still work in progress. We don't know from day to day what might happen to anyone. 1. Installation of Officers on May 16th is 9 am. 2. Waiting confirmation on the band for the 27th. Let’s not forget all the moms on Mother’s Day. The men are cooking this Sunday for Brunch to give all the hard-working Ladies a day to relax and enjoy brunch. FREE Brunch to Mom with their Eagles Membership cardand they get a Flower to enjoy their day. We have done this for a few years which appears to make all the moms happy. We will have a little extra on the menu. Cost is $9.00 served from 10 am to 12 noon. We will also have our $2.00 Bloody Mary’s, Caesars, and Mimosas until noon. There are a couple of large Gift Baskets donated by the Left-Right-Center group and they will be selling tickets until 7 PM on Saturday May 13th. What a great gift that would be for a Mother’s Day gift. You do not have to be present to win these baskets that have well over $100.00 worth of stuff in them. Most everyone’s Membership cards will be expired on May 31st, 2023 . Grand Aerie drops you off the roster for nonpayment and there will be an additional fee to be re-instated charged by Grand Aerie. We have continued to have our Dues Drive every Thursday from 12pm to 2 pm. Also, when paid during that time, you will receive a free beverage chip. If you have already left for the summer, you can call 928 247 9469 and pay by credit card. Let us know if you want your card mailed or us to hold for you to pick up. If you have it mailed let us know a good address. We get lots of mail sent out returned from our members. You can also mail a check to FOE 4538, 11274 S. Fortuna rd. Suite B-8, Yuma AZ. 85367. Dues for the Aerie Members (yellow card) are $40.00 and Auxiliary Members (white card) are $30.00. Most all the activities we have on the calendar will continue during the summer. Horse Races are taking a break during the Summer. If you feel you would have the time to volunteer to help with the horse races during the summer, please contact one of the Trustees and they would really appreciate getting you set up. The people that help to Volunteer for stuff like this are what makes our Eagles so great. For those that have left and are leaving soon we pray that you stay safe during the summer and arrive back in Yuma ready to have fun here at FOE 4538 Foothills Eagle and we will be waiting for you. Stay Cool at the Eagles, Peggy Townsend Foe 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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Posted April 24 2023 Celebration of Life for Dottie Priest Sunday, April 30th. Starting at 3:30 pm. We invite all of you to come and help us Celebrate the Life of Dottie Priest. Dottie, a full of Life person with lots of energy to make everyone feel special around her. Dottie’s Heart was Gold and she wanted to help everyone. Relay for Life was her Passion to cure Cancer. Dottie’s favorite food was Mexican food. Ralph wanted to Celebrate Dottie’s life with Taco’s as that is what Dottie would want. If you would like to bring side dishes to complement her Mexican meal (Beans, Rice, Salsa, Salad, Desserts) anything would be appreciated. We hope to see you at Foothills Eagles 4538 to Celebrate Dottie’s Life with all her Family & Friends. Monday, May 1st is the Voting for our new Aerie Officers between the hours of 8 am to 10 am . You say you want a voice so here is your chance to vote. Officers of the Aerie and Trustees will be held by ballot and all you must do is check the person’s name you choose for that position. Saturday, May 6th . is our Annual Kentucky Derby. Potluck starts at 1 pm. Bring your favorite dish to share. All welcome from main dishes, finger foods, salads, fruits, cold-cuts, desserts and chips and dips. There will be Derby races, games, and lots of laughter. Ladies get your favorite Derby attire for the DERBY HAT contest. If you are looking to have fun this is the place to be. Sunday May 21st . will be another famous Cornhole Tournament sponsored by Kim & Shane. Cost is $5.00 per team; you can come in anytime to sign up and pay the Bartenders your fee. Sign-up sheet sitting on top of the Display case or the little square table by Lotto machine. Sunday Brunch, Taco Tuesdays, Wednesday Lunch, and Auxiliary Ladies Friday Dinners will continue. We urge you to come out and support these meals which help us support our local Charities. This is a Win for all as you get to eat and we get to give to our Charities. This is what we call “People Helping People” which is our motto. Left-Right-Center Ladies has made a couple Mother’s Day Baskets with over a hundred dollars in each. Get your tickets being sold by the Auxiliary Ladies. Tons of Gift cards and Booze in these. May Calendar will be out shortly as we have a few of changes that we are getting taken care of. You can check Facebook @ foefoothills4538 or Website @ FOE4538.com it stays updated. I Pray for all our members that will be traveling for the Summer to stay safe until they return back to Yuma, AZ. Peggy Townsend 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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Posted April 10 2023 FOE 4538 April Calendar and Memo Sorry about the delay. This is the time for changes with things. Like whom will continue to Host Games, Horse racing, Line dance lessons and other activities. If you could bear with us while getting everything worked out it would be appreciated. We are working together to fit all the changes and adjust times of operation for everything to work. Please check the Calendar anytime on our website at FOE4538.com Don’t forget our early Dues Drive on Thursdays between 12 noon to 2 pm. Come in and pay your dues and get a Drink Chip. This is for Aerie & Auxiliary members as we work together . Horse Racing will be shutting down for the summer as well as line dance lessons. If you would like to host or know of someone that would host one of these events, please let us know. Cornhole Tournament is Sunday April 16th. at 2:00 pm . Hosted by Shane and Kim. $5.00 fee. Come and sign up and pay your fee to the Bartenders. Everyone really has a great time. There is a prize for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. place positions. So come out and have fun and stay cool inside. Loud Mouth will continue Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 1 pm. Darts will continue during the summer on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays starting at 12 noon. Bingo will continue starting at 1 pm on Saturdays and that group is growing with larger payouts. Texas Hold’em Tournaments will continue at noon on Saturdays for now. Poker will continue during the Summer on Mondays at 12 noon. Cribbage on Tuesdays and Fridays will start at 12 noon, as they are still going strong. Shuffleboard at 12 noon on Wednesdays and 11;30 am on Fridays is still going for now. Wednesday Meat Draw starts at 1 pm and will continue if we keep the great crowd we have. Queen of Hearts and 50/50 will continue Tuesdays and Saturdays all Summer long. Up-Yours game on Thursdays at 1 pm. They are still playing so come support the fun for all. Pool Tournaments on Mondays and Thursdays at 6 pm will continue during the summer. Left-Right-Center on Mondays at 6 pm and Bunco on Thursdays at 6 pm are still going. Karaoke is still going on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 pm. come and exercise your vocals. Sunday Brunch continuing from 10 to 12 noon, $2.00 Bloody Marys, Caesars & Mimosas. Taco’s, Salad & rice served from 5 to 6 pm. on Tuesdays so come Hungry. Wednesday Lunches with Sandwiches and always something special served from 11;30 to 1 pm. This Wednesday will be Tomato Soup or Creamy Chicken Soup with Grilled Cheese or Tuna sandwiches. Friday Dinners are served from 5 to 6 pm Dinner changes each week so check the schedule. This Friday is Meatloaf, Potatoes & Gravy, green beans, and Dessert. Come support the Auxiliary with their meals. Bands are Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays for this month from 6 pm to 9pm., come and support them. My apologies if I missed an event or game as we do have so much going all time. FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary, Peggy Townsend |
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Posted Mar 19 2023 Foothills 4538 Memo I want to Thank all the Volunteers that helped with the Security at the Helping Hands Yard Sale. We have done this for several years and is very rewarding to all. I know you are committed for a few days of work and we Thank You from the bottom of our hearts. What Helping Hands represents is “Hands to Help - Hearts to Save.” That is what you all were doing out there Saving Hearts. We do this twice a year so get rested and be ready when Keith Thompson asks for sing-ups again. Thanks to Keith, for organizing the Security. Kim and Shane are at it again hosting another Cornhole Tournament this Sunday March 26th. Starting time will begin at 2:30 sharp and is a DOUBLE ELIMINATION. Everyone has a blast participating or watching and rooting you on. You must be registered by Friday March 24th to play. Cost is $5.00 per team and one person on team must be an Eagle Member in good standing. It takes time and effort to plan these tournaments and need your participation in these tournaments. You will have Fun especially if you are in the top winners and get a surprise. Questions, please call Kim or Shane 307-272-4885. Let’s all come out and show our support to Kim and Shane in Hosting a fun tournament. Helping Hands of Yuma is having their 1st. Annual Golf Tournament on April 1st. 2023. Registration opens at 7 am, Tubular Putting Contest is 7 to 8 am with the Tournament starting at 8 am. Playing at Desert Hills Golf Course. If interested or have questions please contact the Tournament coordinator, Keith Thompson at 619-253-7339. Entry fee of $75.00 includes Lunch, cart & Golf fees. The Eagles has agreed to pay half the entry fee for 2 teams of 4 people. Contact Keith right away to get on board. March 22nd is approaching us in 3 days. If you have not gotten your Greg Miller Tickets, you need to get them ASAP. This is going to be a show you will never forget. You not only get some Elvis tribute, but you are getting a little tribute of several vocal artist. You will be getting a Las Vegas show right here in Yuma Foothills at Aerie 4538. These shows would be over $100.00 for a ticket in Vegas. You are getting this three-hour show for a $15.00 ticket. Come out and support our very own Greg Miller this Wednesday evening from 6pm to 9pm. Hope to see you there. If you have changed your address within the last year or so I would appreciate if you would let us know. Please write on a piece of paper your full Name, address with zip code, phone numbers, Email address and anything else that might have changed. Please write if you are Aerie or Auxiliary and give it to the bartender so she can put it in the right Secretary’s bag. When we try to reach out to you, we are getting a lot of returned mail, email or by phone saying it is a non-working number. This is how your get all the information on what we are doing at Yuma Foothills 4538. Help us make the changes. We still have our Early Dues drive going this Thursday from 12 noon to 2pm. You come in during that two-hour window and you will get a drink chip to get a beverage. Aerie dues are $40.00, and Auxiliary is $30.00. Don’t get caught up in the last-minute rush plus we have extra help during this time slot. I would like to Thank those who played Golf in the Right Turn for Veterans golf Tournament and supporting on what our Eagles and our Moto of People helping People. Hope you enjoyed it while supporting a Worthy cause. Keep Smiling Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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Posted Mar 16 2023 FOR 4538 Schedule changes Tomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day. Let’s all put our GREEN on and have a great time. The Auxiliary Ladies are cooking up some Corned Beef and Cabbage with potatoes, carrots, roll and dessert for $9.00. They will be serving from 5 to 6 pm. Horse races start at 4 pm and White Horse Band at 6 pm. Let’s enjoy some fun at the Eagles. Saturday 3/18 there will be NO BINGO . Bingo will then continue its regular schedule next Saturday. Sunday 3/19 there will be NO DARTS and will continue regular schedule the following Sunday. Greg Miller is live with a GREAT 3-hour show from 6 pm to 9 pm . He will be preforming for you live here at the Eagles for a $15.00 ticket on sale at the bar. Tickets will be $20.00 at the door if we have any left. Greg will be singing Elvis Presley, Tom Jones, Roy Orbison, Glen Campbell, Frank Sinatra, Jim Reeves, Gary Puckett, Neil Diamond, George Straight, Garth Brooks, Engelbert and more. This will be a show for you to remember forever. Bring you phone or camera so you can cherish the memories. I want to Thank those coming in early and getting their DUES paid . This really helps the rush for April and May. If they are not paid by the end of May Grand Aerie charges a $10. Penalty for Aerie Members and $15.00 for Auxiliary Members. This is a win for all and if you come on Thursdays from 12 noon to 2 pm. you will get a drink chip. The longer you wait on Thursdays the larger the crowd will be. Aerie Dues are $40. & Auxiliary is $30. Per year. If you are behind on your dues, we are here to get you back on. Now is the perfect time to do that. We can take Cash, Check or Credit to make it easy for you. Happy St. Patrick’s Day. Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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Posted Mar 13 2023 Peggy Townsend Fraternal Order of Eagles 4538 11274 S. Fortuna Suite 8B Yuma, Arizona 8536 IMPORTANT PLEASE READ IMPORTANT At our regular meeting on March 6, 2023, the chairman of the By-Laws Committee proposed an amendment to the By-Laws in Section 2.2. Which reads. The election of Aerie Officers shall be by secret, written ballet that shall list all nominations for each contested office. The election of Aerie officers will be conducted annually during the first regular meeting in May. Polls will be open from 8:00 6:00 am until 10:00 am. The use of absentee ballots is contrary to the laws of the order. The only form of ballet is provided in section 91.4. The section has a change to the hours of voting to allow those who work the opportunity to vote prior to their working hours. This will give those members a two-hour window to vote for the nominees they want to support. This was the first reading of the amendment, according to the constitution we must have two more readings which will be on March 20, 2023, and a final reading on April 3, 2023. At this final reading the Aerie will vote to approve or deny this amendment. Thank You, Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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MAR 6 2023 FOE 4538 March Calendar
Sorry about the delay in getting the Calendar out. Have been trying to send the bulk email through our Grand Aerie MMS system and it is not working right now. Printed copies are at the front door. Saturday 3/4 we had a Special Building Committee meeting open to all. We wished more members had come out to hear what we are proposing. We are starting with an Engineer for the Utilities prior to the roads going in. We talked about different fund-raising ideas to create income for our NEW home. Another idea was a $2. or $3. Charge at the door on Band nights and you will get a ticket for a chance to win at 50/50 or Queen of Hearts. This way you can have a chance to win a lot. Another idea was to have large events like a Car Show, Casino Night, Chili Cook-Off. If you would like to HOST a fund raiser, please come and talk with us. Good ideas this morning so now the Trustees will talk about these so we can start trying some out. We will periodically have these open Building meetings so everyone can stay up to date with the status of what has or going to happen with our new building. Just remember our lease at our current location is not up until 2027. Right Turn for Veterans Golf Tournament March 18th. is filling up fast. The Aerie is paying $50.00 of the entry fee. Have questions? Please contact Jim at Ross 425-577-4462. Greg Miller (Elvis) is going to be back at the Eagles on March 22 from 6 pm to 9 pm. He has always put on a great show for us and this one will be better yet. Tickets will be $15.00 or $20.00 at the door if we have any tickets left. Let’s all come and give Elvis a big welcome. Saint Patrick’s Day 3/17 the Auxiliary is cooking Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner. They have fixed this before and was a sale out. Get here early, they serve from 5 pm to 6 pm. Dues cards ending with 2023 or prior are due by May 31st. Think about getting them paid now to beat the RUSH. We have Early-Dues-Drive every Thursday between 12 to 2 pm. you will receive a drink chip during these two hours only. We have extra people helping and they will take your dues payment of cash, check or credit, you get a receipt and your laminated card within 10 to 15 minutes. I appreciate you coming out early as Grand Aerie charges us for all the dues reminders sent out. You can mail your dues, $40.00 for Aerie (yellow card) and $30.00 for Auxiliary (white Card). Send to: FOE 4538, 11274 S. Fortuna Rd. Suite B-8, Yuma, AZ. 85367 or call 928-247-9469 with credit card. Wednesday 3/15 from 11am to 3pm we will be making Luminaries for Relay for Life. Please come and make a bag to lite up so we can put them out on the 18th. Saturday 3/18 is Relay for Life at the Desert Sun Stadium from 11am to 11pm. Let’s all come out and support this worthy cause. I will be there at 11am and hope to see you there as well. God Bless, Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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Feb 23 2023 FOE 4538 Memo Golf tournament benefiting Right Turn for Yuma Veterans is Mar 18th. 2023 . If interested the cost is $50.00 and the 4538 Eagles is paying remaining $50.00 for a total of $100.00 for each golfer. 16 players max. If more than 16 players are interested, then a random blind draw a week before the event will be held at the Eagles. Contact Jim Ross at 425-577-4462 or email jmross44@gmail.com to sign up. Payment made upon the verification of your spot. We are having our Spring Conference this weekend . Please be patient if thing might take a little longer than usual with our guest coming in. It you see someone new please take a moment and say Hi. They are all great individuals that all love being Eagles just like us. So please take a moment and make them feel welcomed. Monday 2/27/23 we are having our Special Building Fund Raising Event . Desert Sale, Booze Baskets, and more with $7.00 Cheesy Broccoli soup or Tomato soup with a grilled cheese sandwich. We are going to be serving from 1pm to 6pm. The Auction will start around 3pm. and will continue off and on. Ladies and Gentlemen, if you like to bake or make deserts or have auction items to donate, please before and bring them in before 2:00 pm. We did this before, with everyone having a blast. Monday 2/27/23, Bill and Michelle Hicks will be hosting Karaoke . Let’s all come out and support them filling in. Guarantee you will have a good time even if you don’t sing. FOE Foothills Eagles would love to Thank, THE GOLDEN ROADRUNNERS INC. for their generous donation to the New Building Fund of $10,000.00. This is not the first time they have made Donations like this. Our Eagles is so Blessed, we Thank you and every Member because you are what makes our Eagles a one of a kind and GREAT. The Ladies, Auxiliary 4538 is at it again and Donated another Check to the Aerie for the New Building Fund for $1609.00. These Ladies have been working hard in Building Gift baskets and selling the tickets. I appreciate all the help they do for our Aerie. Don’t forget our Early Dues Drive every Thursday from 12 noon to 2 pm. We do this so we do not have a rush in May. We have extra volunteers helping during these times to get your card that day. We want to thank you for paying Dues during our Dues Drive with a drink chip. This will end before May. Stay Warm and Safe, v Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary 928-247-9469 Eagles |
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FOE 4538 Memo Feb 18 2023 We have a few changes due to our Spring Conference on Feb. 24th & 25th. at our Foothills Eagles 4538. I am downloading a copy that you can print and out and complete if you are interested in coming. For the meals and registration is $40.00 includes Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Sunday is our regular Sunday Brunch with a special price of $8.00 that you would pay Sunday morning. You will have a great time and even learn something. You will also have the honor of meeting State and Grand Officers. These individuals do like to meet everyone so let's all come together and greet each other. I would appreciate if you would get your registration in no later than Tuesday morning so we can plan for meals and have your registration packet ready for you. Thank you in advance. In accommodating the Spring Conference, we need to adjust a few activities that are listed below. 1. Texas Holdem' will move from Saturday the 25th. to Sunday the 26th. starting at noon. You can come a little early and hungry to enjoy Sunday Brunch for $8.00. 2. There will be “NO” Bingo on Saturday the 25th of February then will return to each Saturday. 3. NO line dance lessons on Feb. 22nd. due to preparation of the Conference. Line Dance will resume regular schedule the following week. Speaking about Bingo, I wish you all would say a Prayer for Judy Binkley who informed us that Jim Binkley passed away this week. We need to allow the Family to have some time to grieve as extend our Condolences to Judy and the Entire Family. We are all deeply saddened and are here to help. Don’t forget our Dues Drive every Thursday from 12 noon to 2 pm. Come in and pay your dues and receive a drink chip on us. This only applies during the two hours of our Dues Drive. See you Thursday. Our Special Luncheon was changed to February 27th. from 1 pm to 6 pm. Meal includes Cheesy Broccoli Soup, Tomato Soup & Grilled Cheese Sandwich for $7.00. These special meals go toward our New Building Fund so let's all come out and have some fun and fellowship while support our new Building. We are having another Baked goods & Deserts and some special items to Auction. This was a blast the last time we had our bake sale. We will also have a couple of our famous Gift Baskets. We do welcome new craft or gift items that you would like to donate for our Auctions. We still have our regular Sunday Brunch every Sunday from 10 to 12 noon for $9.00. Taco Tuesdays with all the trimmings are $9.00 from 5 to 6 pm. We have Wednesday Lunch from 11:30 to 1pm. with your choice of French Dip sandwich or Surprise soup or sandwich for $7.00. Auxiliary has on a different dinner for you every Friday, so check your calendar They serve from 5 to 6 pm. for $9.00. These meals are made special for you to come in and enjoy yourself without cooking and have fun here at our Foothills Eagles. You can bring a guest with you but must sign them in at the door. Please check out our daily activities we have for you to enjoy. If there is something else, you would like to do that is not on the Calendar let us know. You might want to host a game/event. Trustees can check the schedule for a spot. Click on photo to make bigger 
Bless you All, Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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Feb 11 The following events have been cancelled in respect of the internment of Dottie Priest. The Soup and Grilled Cheese lunch on Monday Feb. 13 will be postponed until Feb. 27 from 1 to 5 pm. and Karaoke on Monday Feb. 13th will be cancelled. Bonnie Thompson, Assistant Aerie Secretary |
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Feb 10 2023 Monday Feb 13th Aux meeting has been cancelled so those who wish to attend Dottie’s funeral may do so. Next regular Aux meeting is Feb 27th at 10am Linda May Auxiliary Secretary |
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Feb 10 2023 There is an error on the calendar with the Dart schedule on Sundays. Darts start at 12:00 noon on Sunday. Bonnie Thompson, Assistant Aerie Secretary |
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Memo Feb 2 2023 FOE 4538 February Calendar Here is a Corrected Calendar. We had several last-minute changes. We are so Thankful that Michelle Hick is very patient with us. She always gets the changes made right away and then there is another. We Thank you so much for all your work on this and we still have it on the first day of the month. Almost Willie Concert has been Cancelled. We’re refunding your money for the tickets. Tuesday 3 to 6 pm, Wednesday 1 to 4 pm and Friday 3 to 6 pm. Tina will be at the high-top table and able to give you a refund on your returned ticket or you can return your ticket to the Bartender. If you have not heard, we need all your prayers for our Auditor, Dottie Priest. She has suffered a medical emergence. The Family knows how well she is loved by so many, we ask all visitors to please respect the Family and her privacy. The family thanks you for your love for her and understanding. Sunday February 5th. we are having a Cornhole Tournament starting at 4 pm. Sponsored by Shane and Kim. If you have been to one you have missed out. They do an Awesome job; everyone has a great time. Sign-up is $5.00 per team and must be in on Thursday the 2nd. Hope to see each of you here to sign up with the Bartender. Let's all come to the Eagles and support them if you are not playing. Early Dues drive starts this Thursday at 12 noon to 2 pm. When you come and pay your dues during the set time only, we provide you with a well drink chip or cheaper for signing up early. I hope to see you here and get your new updated card that day. If the card expires in 2023 or prior, you need to update your card. Aerie dues (yellow card) are $40.00 and Auxiliary dues (white card) are $30.00. Sunday Brunch, Taco Tuesday and Friday meals are now $9.00 each. We tried to put this off as long as we could but the cost of groceries as you well know have continued to increase. We really appreciate everyone that has continued to come out and support our meals. Every Wednesday we have Lunch from 11:30 am to 1 pm for $6.00 with a choice of French Dip Sandwich or the special of that day and a bag of chips. I get the French dip every time yummy. February 13th is another Special meal Fund Raiser for our New Building Fund. We are serving from 1 pm to 5 pm. Menu is Cheesy Broccoli soup or Tomato soup with a Grilled Cheese sandwich for just $7.00 . If you have any deserts you would like to donate for our Auction, we would appreciate if you can bring them in on Sunday or early Monday. Please let us know if it needs to be refrigerated. We will have more gift baskets to auction and if you have any specialty items you would like to donate, please bring it in. We will continue to do these to raise money for our New Eagles 4538 home. Our last meal we raise over $1000.00 thanks to all of you that come to eat and those that brought items to auction. Super Bowl Party on February 12th. starting at 3:30 pm. Bring you favorite potluck dish to share and snacks. I hear rummer they might be having a Special chance at the Queen of Hearts and 50/50 and Football Pools. This will be a fun day for all and a chance of winning on the activities & Drink specials. A big shout out to the Auxiliary Ladies that have been making all the Raffle Baskets and selling tickets. The Auxiliary presented the Aerie with a $2,875.00 check from raffles, Meat draw and various other items like selling the hang-ups. They are selling these for Valentine right now so come in and sign one to hang up. All these items big or small all add up as you can see with this check they presented. Spring Conference, February 23 & 24th. Registration is $40.00 each and includes your meals of Friday Dinner, Saturday Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Sunday Brunch special only $8.00 for spring Conference. Registration forms are in the box outside the Secretaries office. Complete with fees give to Bartender. This is a great way to meet with the State and Grand Officers that are very friendly people. Please check the Calendar for date and times for Karaoke nights, band nights, game nights, pool nights, Bunco, Right-left-center, Queen of Hearts, day games of Poker, Bingo, Loudmouth, Up-yours, Cribbage, Shuffleboard, Horse races, and don’t forget the Line dance lessons on Wednesdays. Don’t forget that we have a Lottery Machine here at the Eagles. If you like to take a chance at winning one of those large jackpots, come here to purchase your Tickets. If you win our Eagles also win and that would put us closer to having the Money for our new home. You can buy for yourself or your friends. I have a message from our Aerie Membership Chairman. There has been some confusion on our 3rd. Monday of the Month Initiation Meetings. For you to become a Card Bearing Member you must be Initiated. Before you can be initiated you must have completed an application and paid the appropriate fees. Then you will receive a phone call for an Interview by the Membership Chairman, she will then give you your instructions of when to show up for Initiation at 9:30 am. and to come around to the back through the fenced area and enter the back door. The front door is locked as we do not open until 11 am. You must with Grand Aerie that you be Interviewed before you can get Initiated. If you are not home, she will always leave her phone number for you to call back. So please return her call. Lots of fun at our Eagles, Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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Special Memo Jan/15/2023 There will be a Commitee meeting for Spring Conference following the Joint Officers Meeting this Tuesday at 11 am. Please attend if you are involved in helping with Spring Conference or want to help. There is lots to do to plan this and your help is appreciated. Spring Conference is February 24-25, 2023. We have just over a month to be ready for our Arizona State Worthy President Don Rape and Arizona State Madam President Beverly Whitlock. Registration sheets available now by the Secretaries door in the slot. Don't forget to bring the small gift items in for the Surprise bags that we will be selling at Spring Conference. Special Fundraiser for the New Building Fund on Saturday January 21st. We will be serving your choice of 2 Chicken or Beef Enchiladas or a Large Burrito both served with Rice, Refried Beans and Chips for $9.00. We will be serving from 3:30 pm to 5:30pm. to be ready for the Band (Ann & Dean Band) at 6 pm. If you have items for the Auction, please bring you items in as soon as you can so we can get organized in setting everything up. We have already gotten some really nice items. We will be drawing the ticket for the Beautiful Eagle Quilt. We have a few Raffle tickets left, $2.00 each or 6 tickets for $10.00. This is a one-of-a-kind Eagle Quilt that is absolutely Beautiful. God Bless each of you, Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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FOE 4538 Memo posted 1/13/2023 We do want to Apologize to the Shuffleboard players that their tournaments didn’t get on the Calendar for Every Friday starting at 11;30 am. Everyone is welcome and they are set for up to 26 players. Come on out and see if this is a sport for you. Spring Conference is February 24-25, 2023. We have just over a month to be ready for our Arizona State Worthy President Don Rape and Arizona State Madam President Beverly Whitlock. This is always an Honor to have a State Conference at our 4538 Aerie. If you have never been to a Conference, I highly suggest that you attend this one. I have attached the Registration form with meals included. I also attached the flyer with the time and dates. Come shake hands with State and Grand Officers and have a great time. They are all friendly and enjoy coming to our Aerie home. We will have Auctions, raffles or whatever else we can think of to have fun and a good way to raise money for our State Officers. I will have registration forms outside of my office door and you can help yourself to one. We are taking reservations now so we can prepare the right amount of food. We would like to thank all the Eagle members who volunteered and helped on the Security Detail for the big Helping Hands yard sale last month. This twice-yearly event totally benefits Foothills area residents with food, transportation, and assistance. The Eagles are proud to help with the community event. The next Yard sale is Feb 17th and 18th. An Eagles security detail volunteer sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin at the Aerie rear entrance for those who wish to participate. Questions call: Keith Thompson 619-253-7339. We need to Thank Keith for his hard work and dedication in doing this year after year. It goes to a great cause. We are having another Special Fundraiser for the New Building Fund on Saturday January 21st. We will be serving your choice of 2 Chicken or Beef Enchiladas or a Large Burrito both served with Rice, Refried Beans and Chips for $9.00. We will be serving from 3:30 pm to 5:30pm and then get ready for the Band (Ann & Dean Band) at 6 pm. We are having Live Auctions going for a couple Gift Baskets and more. You can even do your Valentine shopping for your Sweetheart with the Valentine Wreaths that are being Auctioned. (We are still excepting items for the auction) We will be drawing the ticket for the Beautiful Eagle Quilt. We only have a few Raffle tickets left so come and get your chance to win. Tickets are $2.00 each or 6 tickets for $10.00. Our last Special Fundraiser netted us a total of $843.00 from the Soup & Crackers and the Deserts auctioned off and a couple Christmas Wreaths. We are Grateful for our Members and their continued support for this wonderful 4538 Eagles. On a sad note, I am writing this, Michael Graham, 4/18/1939 FOE Charter Member of FOE 4538. The Graham Brothers are going to bury their father, Mike on February 24th, 2023. This will be at Miramar National Cemetery at 5795 Nobel Drive., San Diego, Ca. 92122 at 1300 (1 pm). Those wanting to attend please be there no later than 12:30pm. The Cemetery is on a tight schedule. Last item is with the cost of food at the stores it has become imperative for us to raise Taco Tuesdays and Sunday Brunch prices a dollar. We have put this off in hopes thing would settle $9.00down but that isn’t happening. Starting February 1st, the cost of meals will be $9.00.    Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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FOE 4538 January 2023 Calendar Happy New Year to each of you. Let’s make 2023 the best year every here at Foothills 4538. We still have some New Year's Eve Tickets available. You will have from 11 am to 3 pm to pick up your tickets. We will close at 3 pm. to set up for the Party. This will be an East Coast Celebration for New Year’s celebrating with Champagne at 10 pm. and the band will continue playing till 10:30pm. We will be Closed on New Year’s Day so no Brunch . Monday we are back to normal schedule at the Eagles. Here is the January 2023 Calendar. Please check it daily as there are some changes like NO Lunches served on Wednesday the 12th, 18th, and 25th. The lunch has been going well, come check it out on 1/4/2023 and then in February we will be back to full schedule. January 3rd. we will be having a Meet & Greet here at Foothills Eagles 4538 for the Grand Worthy President Rick Powell. If you have never been to one this is your opportunity to Meet the Grand Worthy President in person. What an honor it is to have Grand Officers in our Home Eagles. Come meet Rick Powel the Grand Worthy President and enjoy the festivities. This is a Tuesday night so we will be having Horse Races, Taco Tuesday, Band Queen of Hearts. Quilt tickets they are $2.00 each or 6 for $10.00 come get the last ones so we can draw for the lucky winner. Don’t forget that we have Karaoke on Monday Nights and Wednesday nights Hosted by Stefani or Ralph and Dottie. Come out and sing or sing along or you can just enjoy the fun. Bands playing on Tuesdays, Friday & Saturday evenings from 6 pm. to 9 pm. Check your Calendar to see who is playing or check our Facebook@ Foothills 4538 and the Website at FOE4538.com We will be having a CPR/AED training by Marianne O’Brien on January 4th and January 11th from 10:30 to 11:30 am. If you have never done this, it is good to learn. Who knows you could save a life someday. Don’t forget Friday Night Dinners by the Auxiliary Ladies. I hope you will come out and support them as they work hard in preparing for these dinners. Come play the Horse Races starting at 4 pm then have Dinner then stay and Dance to the Band. January 21, Fund Raiser Dinner for the New Building Fund. serving Chicken Enchiladas or Burrito served on a plate with Beans, Rice and Chips for $9.00 from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. We will have Auction items and a couple Raffle Baskets. If you have something you would like to donate to be auctioned off for the New Building Fund, please bring them in. Items could be Pastries, Craft items or new items. We had a Soup meal and Bakery auction that was a great success making $843. total to the New Building Fund. Made possible by our Eagle Members. We will try and have a special meal or something each month as a Fundraiser that we can all eat and enjoy the fun of the auctions and winning all the good stuff. We all win with this while it supports raising the money for our future New Home. Band will follow stating at 6 pm. and the Queen around 7:30pm. Let us all get ready for a fun filled evening. We are looking for donations of gift bags and other small incidentals that you would like to find in a $2 "Surprise Bag" The sky is the limit, surprise us with your unique contributions to them! There will be a tote labeled "Surprise Bag Donations" near the front door. If you can't find the box please ask a Bartender, sometimes things get moved around. If you'd like to help with this project or just have questions, contact Celeste Carter @ (619) 952-7799 . Peggy Townsend FOE 4538 Aerie Secretary |
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