Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 The 1679'er News May 2021 Exalted Ruler: Addison Johnson
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Sanford Elks Lodge #1679
The 1679’er News
May 2021
Exalted Ruler: Addison Johnson
910 Carthage Street • Sanford, North Carolina 27330 • www.sanfordelks1679.org
Phone (919) 776-3660 • Email er@sanfordelks1679.org
April, 2019
Dear Elks Families:
The new year has started off in full speed. In just the first month of the 2021-2022 we have been able to
install our new slate of officers and bring in 16 new members just two weeks later. I would like to give a
special thanks to the new member’s sponsors. Membership is our lodge’s lifeline and we must remain
diligent in showing our friends and family the great things that our lodge has to offer.
May will also be a very busy month here at the Sanford Elks Lodge. The first weekend of the month,
some of our board members will be representing our Lodge at the North Carolina Elks Spring Convention
in Wilmington. It should be a great time of fellowship and education for our officers. May 15th, will be our
annual pool cleanup day. We will start at 9:00 am and will work until the job is done. Please come out
whether you have 30 minutes or three hours to commit. The more help we have the quicker we'll get it
done. If all goes as planned, the pool with open on Friday, May 28 (Memorial Day Weekend).
In 2021-2022 my main initiative is to be visible in the community. Increased visibility will not only allow us
to highlight all of the great things the Sanford Elks Lodge does within our community, but it will allow us
to attract new members that want to help us in our mission. My goal is to have an Elks presence at as
many community events through the summer and fall as possible. I believe that just being there, shaking
hands, and talking to people about all the Elks has to offer will allow See ER Message on page 2
Lodge Officers Committees
Exalted Ruler……………...Addison Johnson PER President……….……..Nathan Cochrane
Leading Knight……………………..Alex Voytik Elks National Foundation…..…Steve Johnson
Loyal Knight……………….....Chanda Coomer Americanism………………....Chanda Coomer
Lecturing Knight……………….……..Chris Gill National Veterans Service….….…Lee Littiken
Secretary……….....Steve Johnson, PDDGER Auditing/Accounting…….……….Mike Gonella
Treasurer………………Joe Clancy, PDDGER Drug Awareness…………....Randall Mattingly
Chaplain…………..………....Randall Mattingly Public Relations……………Gordon Anderson
Esquire………………………...…...Reed Smith Risk Management……….………..Brent Smith
Tiler……………………….……..Stacy Nooning Youth Activities………………….……Chris Gill
Inner Guard…………………………Amy Dew Membership……………….………..Scott Pace
1-Year Trustee…………..…Scott Pace, PSP
2-Year Trustee….......Nathan Cochrane, PER Club Manager…………….……….Tim Sinnott
3-Year Trustee……………..Chris Setzer, PER Pool Manager…………….……....Carolyn Lee
Memorial Day is on May 31st, the last Monday of May. This date was set aside in the early 1860’s for the
practice of decorating servicemen’s graves with flowers. Memorial Day, as we know it today, was officially
declared a Federal Law in 1967. In the traditional observance, our flag is flown at half-staff until noon sym-
bolizing a nation in mourning. The flag is then raised to full staff, by the living, who resolve not to let their
sacrifice be in vain but, rise up in their stead and continue our fight for liberty and justice for all. Justice is a
cardinal virtue of all Elks.
Page 2 Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 Newsletter ● May 2021
Tip of the Antlers!
A great big “hoof clappin” Tip of the Antlers to:
Mike Gonella, PER, Lee Littiken, PSP, Scott Pace, PSP, Nathan Cochrane, PER, Mike McGraw,
PER, and Steve Johnson, PDDGER for assisting with the 2021-2021 Officer Installation.
To the out going officers for serving the Lodge and it's members during a very different year.
To the in coming officers for your dedication to the Lodge and giving up of your time during the
next year to keep this Lodge the best the State.
Chris Black for his generous contribution to put an Elks Banner up during the Sanford Spinners ballgames.
Sanford Mayor and lodge member Chet Mann for provided a Youth Week Proclamation.
This is what makes our Lodge successful!!! It takes lots and lots of volunteers. Thanks again to
everyone that takes time out of their busy schedule to help our Lodge continue to demonstrate
“Elks Care-Elks Share”.
ER Message continued...
us to build our presence in the community and make others want to be a part of our Great Lodge. To make
this possible we will need as many Elks as possible to volunteer to help. Please stay tuned for which events
we’ll be attending and let’s us know when you can help out.
I look forward to working with each and every member as we make our presence know in our community.
Fraternally,
Addison Johnson, Exalted Ruler
www.sanfordelks1679.org
Email: er@sanfordelks1679.org
LOCAL TEEN FUNDRAISER
Come to the Elks and you will find two loaded wagons. The Party Fun Red Wagon will be loaded with adult
beverages and party fun and chances are available in the bar. The Family Fun Blue Wagon will be loaded
with more "G rated" things and available at the pool. Members and guests are asked to buy chances on ei-
ther one or both for the July 4th drawing.
In years past the Sanford Lodge has sponsored the Cleats for Kids Program providing football cleats or track
shoes for both high school students who need help buying what they need to play. We also sponsor the
Toys for Teens program that picks up where the Salvation Army and Toys for Tots programs leave off at
Christmas. Believing that a teenager is a kid too, we provide presents for kids from 13 through 18.
Both of these have been heavily funded by the Elks National Foundation, This year that will still be the case
but due to some grant restraints, we have teamed up with Pepsi thanks to lodge member and Past Ex-
alted Ruler Vince Wenger to put together this fundraiser to merge the two programs into one and make it
bigger and better than ever.
Now we need your help. This is a signature project of the Sanford Elks, and there are none others like it.
Please consider being part of the solution and help support our goal of $ 3,000.00
For more information contact co-chairmen Chanda Coomer (chanda@sanfordelks1679.org) or Mike
McGraw (mike.mcgraw@sanfordelks1679.org).
Page 3 Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 Newsletter ● May 2021
Sanford Elks Lodge Officers
Meet your newly installed officers for 2021-2021. They were installed on Wednesday, April 14. Front row left
to right: Chris Gill - Lecturing Knight, Alex Voytik - Leading Knight, Addison Johnson - Exalted Ruler, Chanda
Coomer - Loyal Knight. Back row left to right: Scott Pace - Trustee, Steve Johnson - Secretary, Stacy Noon-
ing - Tiler, Randally Mattingly - Chaplain, Joe Clancy - Treasurer, Chris Setzer - Trustee, Nathan Cochrane -
Trustee. Not present: Reed Smith - Esquire, Amy Dew - Inner Guard.
A special thank you to the Past Exalted Rulers that helped during the Installation of Officers. They are Mike
McGraw, PER, Lee Littiken, PSP, Scott Pace, PSP, Mike Gonella, PER, Nathan Cochrane, PER, and Steve
Johnson, PDDGER.
Pool Cleanup
As mentioned in the message from our Exalted Ruler, pool cleanup will be
held on May 15th starting at 9:00 am. Not only are we planning on clean-
ing the concession stand and chairs, we would also like to clean the pool
deck. If you have a pressure washer and willing to bring it, please let us
know. The more people we have to help the quicker we can get the job
done.
To help us know that we have enough help (and pressure washers),
please use the following link to sign-up or the QR code on the right.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ADA82FA4FFC25-upcoming .
Page 4 Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 Newsletter ● May 2021
Youth Week Proclamation
from
Mayor Chet Mann
City of Sanford
Page 5 Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 Newsletter ● May 2021
Elks National Youth Week
The first full week in May each year is Elks National Youth Week, during which the
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks recognize our youth for their achievements and
contributions to their community. The Elks have always known that our youth are the
future of this country. Therefore, the Elks spend much time and effort working with young
people.
More than 10 million youth participate in Elks-sponsored programs, This year May 1-7 is
Elks National Youth Week. Elks Lodges nationwide will be celebrating our youth during
this time. However, due to COVID-19 we are not able to celebrate in our traditional way
by holding a youth banquet. Our scholarship winners will be announced in next months newsletters.
Elks National Foundation
By funding Elks’ programs, the ENF strives to support local Elks’ communities. Our scholarships provide educa-
tional opportunities to kids who might not otherwise have been able to attend college.
Our youth programs such as Hoop Shoot, provide a positive environment for kids to focus their energy, while our
Drug Awareness Program educates kids about the dangers of drug use.
Our Veterans Service Program offers aid and comfort to veterans who may not have anywhere else to turn. Each
year, the Elks National Foundation gives back millions of dollars to the state Elks Association to use locally.
Support the Elks National Foundation by becoming a Fidelity Club Member - Learn more at
https://www.elks.org/enf/FidelityClub.cfm
The business advertising in our newsletter understand the importance of the Elks National Foundation and help
support their cause. You to can help the foundation! To learn more contact our local ENF chairman,
Steve Johnson at steve.johnson@sanfordelks1679.org.
Local Business supporting the Elks National Foundation
JUSTIN SMITH PO Box 4384
Meridian Builders of NC, Inc. Sanford, NC 27331 Spring Lane Galleria Shops at Cameron Place
919.343.8888 Cell 812 Spring Ln. 3060 S. Horner Blvd
(Next to Lowes Foods) (Across from Hobby Lobby)
Home Inspector #3256 www.meridianbuildersnc.com
Building Contractor #65808 justins@meridianbuildersnc.com
919-775-4939 919-718-0058
Tim Childress
Agent
130 S Horner Blvd
Sanford, NC 27330-4217
Bus 919-774-6945
Fax 919-774-0593
tim.childress.bwpg@statefarm.com
www.rantnc.com News out of Sanford,
24 Hour Good Neighbor Service ® North Carolina
Page 6 Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 Newsletter ● May 2021
Local Business supporting the Elks National Foundation
Donald Baynes (919) 935-7094
email: bcipipe@live.com
Proper service keeps’em coming back
Page 7 Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 Newsletter ● May 2021
Clubroom Menu
Club Room Hours
Monday thru Thursday 3-11pm
Friday 3-12pm ∙ Saturday 12-11pm ∙ Sunday 1-8pm
Monday Night Sandwiches
(Served 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm) Every Day & Night - $7
• Ribeye Steak, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions - $10
• Marinated Chicken, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions - $8
• Marinated Grilled Chicken Salad - $8
All served with home fries
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Night Fryer Food
(Served 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
• Chicken Tenders - $7
• Chicken Wings - $7 Soft Pretzel w/cheese
• Homemade Chips - $3.50 $3.25
• Mozzarella Stick - $5
• Fried Pickles - $3.50
• French Fries - $1.75
Saturday Food Services
• Jalapeño Poppers - $3.50 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday Night Specialty Items
(Served 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
Note: Please sign up (or call) to guarantee your meal
• May 6 TACO SALAD $7.00
• May 13 TURKEY AVOCADO BLT CROISSANT $10.00
• May 20 CHICKEN SALAD PLATE $8.00
• May 27 MILLION DOLLAR SPAGHETTI $10.00
•
Friday Night Specials
(Served 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
Note: Please sign up (or call) to guarantee your meal
• May 7 CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE $8.00
• May 14 BANG BANG SHRIMP WRAP WITH LIME RICE $8.00
• May 21 FRENCH DIP WITH CHIPS $9.00
• May 28 PORKCHOPS, CHEESY TATERS & GARLIC BREAD $14.00
Order Monday, Thursday, and Friday meals online (at least 24hrs in advance) at:
https://sanfordelks1679.org/menu-2/online-ordering/
Reminders: Families can eat in ladies lounge! NOTE: Menu and prices subject to change.
Page 8 Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 Newsletter ● May 2021
Non-Profit Org.
Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 US POSTAGE
910 Carthage Street PAID
Sanford, NC 27330 Sanford, NC
Permit # 82
Dates to Remember
May 5
PER Meeting @ 6:30
May 12
Lodge Meeting @ 7:00
May 15
Pool Cleanup @ 9:00
May 19
House Committee Meeting at 6:30
May 26
Lodge Meeting at 7:00
May 28
Pool Opens
May 31
Memorial Day
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