Moose Informer Harvard Moose Family Center 1289 & Chapter 500 VOLUME 1 P.O. Box 427 November/December 2007 USPS No. 005-221 NUMBER 2 NEW YEARS EVE DINNER For your dining pleasure we are going to have a Sea Food Buffet for New Years Eve on December 31, 2007. The menu for the buffet will be Fried Cod, Fried Perch, Catfish Fillets, Baked Cod, Shrimp, Fries, Potato Pancakes, Baked Potato, Puddings, Tossed Salad, and Soup. We are also looking at some other kinds of seafood. This will be an all you can eat buffet. Your coffee, milk, tea and bread are also included. This meal is being put on by the LOOM Officers. The cost of the meal will be $15.00 per person. We will be serving from to 8:00 P.M. There will be a sign up sheet at the Social Quarters, so please sign up early so we know how many to plan on. We also will be having a DJ for the night starting at 7:00 P.M. and going to???. FEATHER PARTY We will be having our annual Feather Party on Wednesday November 14th at 7:00 PM, immediately following. We will be raffling off Turkeys, Steaks and Family packs of Meat. We will also be serving free Turkey Salad Sandwiches, while the last. Come out and enjoy yourselves by playing at 6:00 and then win your Thanksgiving Dinner after that. Diabetes Benefit Show The Women of the Moose are having a Dinner and Chuck Salvo Show on Saturday November 10, 2007 with the proceeds going to the American Diabetes. A Buffet Dinner will be served at 5:00 PM with Baked Chicken Breast, Stuffed Green Pepper, Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Salad Bread and Dessert. The show after the meat will be Chuck Salvo is a comedian who has entertained at the Drury Lane Theatre in Chicago as well as hosted a radio show. Great entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. Tickets are $15.00 and are on sale in the Social Quarters. ATTENTION Because of a new State Law effective January 1, 2008, SMOKING will not be allowed in the Lodge or within 15 feet of a main entrance. Happy Holidays from the Officers of the Loyal Order of Moose 1289 and the Women of the Moose 500
PAGE 2 HARVARD MOOSE FAMILY CENTER NEWS November/December 2007 Officers 2007-2008 Governor Fred Becker Jr Past Governor Jr Governor Robert Dixon Tom Miller Prelate Administrator Ralph Cobb Treasurer Gary Alt 3 Year Trustee Kenny Douglas 2 Year Trustee 1 Year Trustee Mike Bannwolf Appointed Officers Sergeant at Arms Jeff Klein Inner Guard John Ray Legion #169 Officers Chairman Vice Chairman Secretary Treasurer Marshall Robert Dixon Chairman Mooseheart/ Fred Becker Moosehaven Endowment Fund Membership Community Service Ritual Government Relations Sports Euchre Feather Party Historical Family Activities Publication Picnic Steak Fry Gary Alt Dennis Goad Ralph Cobb Ray Stevens Robert Dixon Tom Miller Chet Forsite Terry McEnaney Ed Nolan Steve Morris Gary Alt Ralph Cobb Dave Edens FROM THE GOVERNOR: I would like to take this time to thank everyone who donated to the Roof Fund. We really appreciate all the donations. We still have a ways to go. The Holidays are rapidly approaching and I hope everybody has a safe and happy holidays. Don t forget to sign up for the New Years Eve Seafood Buffet. I am sure it will be a great time? We are looking for a third Sunday bingo cashier and couples for the Prime Rib dinner. Anybody interested, please contact me. I also would like to give thanks to all the volunteers who have worked so hard on all the committees. Fraternally yours. Fred D. Becker From the Administrator s Desk.. Harvard 1289 is a strong Lodge and is alive, well and thriving. We are a major participant in the community and its activities. Our Officers are committed to the overall Success of the Lodge and all of our programs. We need your support. Help us increase our Membership, either by signing a new candidate or re-enrolling a former member. We have a full calendar of events. There is something of interest for everyone. Volunteers are always welcome. Just leave your name and phone number in the Social Quarters and we will get back to you. We serve the best food in town 4 nights a week, plus breakfast three times a month and Steak Fry and Prime Rib once a month. Our prices are always reasonable. We need your reservation the Saturday prior to our dinners, so that we know how many to prepare for. Keep your Lodge active by joining us. Come have fun and check us out!! See you soon. Ralph (Buck) Cobb, Administrator (Hay-Hay Thanks Charlie) TOM & JERRY/LIGHTNING On Wednesday December 19th we will be having a Tom & Jerry/ night. We are asking you to bring your favorite snack and some crackers to share with everyone. We will start the night at 5:00 PM and will be at 6:00 PM. If you have any questions, please contact Connie Anderson at 943-6500 KIDS EAT FREE The pancake breakfast on November 29, 2007 kids under 12 will be able to eat free with a paying adult. Breakfast will be served from 7 to 10:30 Check Us Out Do you have a wedding, anniversary, birthday or just a big party coming up? Why not rent our banquet rooms. We can accommodate up to 300 people in the room and the Women of the Moose can serve up a great meal. You can check out this great deal by contacting the office and they can give you all the details. The rental is by Moose members only. In Memory of our departed members: Melvin Beckus, Mary Morris Robert Jablonski, Lewis Pruchniak Eleanor Saunders, Jack Taylor Andrew Ostrowski
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Sign a new Member today to the LOOM or WOTM 4 11 Legion Breakfast 8:30-11:00 Hold em 3:30 18 25 Texas Hold em 3:30 2 9 Legion Breakfast 8:30-11:00 Hold em 3:30 16 23 Texas Hold em 3:30 5 LOOM 12 19 LOOM 26 6 Chicken -7:00 13 Country Fried Steak -7:00 20 Pork Chops -7:00 7 14 Feather Party 7PM Golden Agers Ice Cream 12:45 Meeting 1:30 21 NOVEMBER 4H Banquet 3 LOOM 10 17 LOOM 24 27 Beef Tips -7:00 4 Chicken -7:00 11 Country Fried Steak -7:00 28 5 Smoker 7:00 Turkey DECEMBER Lodge open 12 to 6 PM 18 Pork Chops -7:00 25 Merry Christmas Lodge Closed 12 Golden Agers Christmas Party Dinner 12:00 19 Tom & Jerry 26 1 8 Joint mgt 6 PM LOOM 7:00 PM 15 WOTM 7:30 22 Happy Thanksgiving Lodge Closed 2 9 16 23 29 30 6 WOTM 7:30 13 Joint mgt 6 PM LOOM 7:00 PM 20 WOTM 7:30 27 Legion 6:30PM LOOM 7:00 PM 7 14 21 28 3Fellowship Breakfast 8 10 Star Recorder Meeting 4:00 Dinner 10 Diabetes Fundraiser Dinner 5 Chuck Salvo 7 17 Steak Fry to 8 24 Ritual Pancakes 7-10:30 AM 1Fellowship Breakfast 8 10 Prime Rib Dinner to 8 8 15 Kids Christmas Party 1 PM Steak Fry to 8 22 29 Ritual Pancakes 7-10:30 AM 30 31 New Years Eve Dinner 5:00-8 Dance 7:00-?? JOIN US FOR THE NEW YEAS EVE SEAFOOD BUFFET AND DJ
PAGE 4 HARVARD MOOSE FAMILY CENTER NEWS November/December 2007 Officers 2007-2008 President Vice President Secretary Treasure Barb Sleeman Lorraine Luth Bonnie Russ Geri Baumann Our sincere thanks to everyone that donated and contributed to our annual Snowball Dance for the developmentally disabled: LOOM 1289 & WOTM 500 Castle Bank, Wal-Mart, Golden Agers, Moose Legion, DJ Ken Douglas Jack & Lizzie-Heritage House Janet Comer s Rummage Room All donations of stuffed animals and beanie babies Ever-faithful kitchen, dining room and clean up committees Our evening was a huge success.. looking forward to next year Ed Nolan, Chairman Friday Menu Golden Agers Our September 12, 2007 meeting was attended by 123 members and 4 guests. We had cake and ice cream at 12:45 and meeting at 1:30 with entertainment of the silver bells of Keene Age Center of Belvidere, IL. Door hostess for September was Ginny Oost and Helen Smith and for October will be Bob and Norma Jacobs. John and Alice Adamson donated a quilt which we will be selling tickets for and be giving away at our Christmas party in December. Some of our upcoming events: November 14, 2007-cake and Ice Cream at 12:45, meeting at 1:30 with entertainment of singer Don Sullivan. December 12, 2007-Christmas party with dinner at 12:00 and entertainment of Eddie Korosa Jr. of Illinois who played at our Christmas party last year and was enjoyed by everyone. December 13, 2007-Broadway dinner and theatre at Wisconsin dells. February 20, 2008-milk pail at Dundee, Illinois Feb. 29 to March 1, 2008-Miami/Keywest, FL trip 2008 Branson trip in the fall If anyone is interested in joining the Golden Agers, come to our meeting the second Wednesday of every month. Bonnie Russ, Secretary ROOF DONATION FORM Name: Drop off at the Lodge or Mail to: Amount: Harvard Moose Family Center P.O. Box 427 Kids Christmas Party December 15, 2007 1:00 3:00 p.m. Up to 10 years of age Sign up will be after October 27 th. Shrimp $9.00 1/2 & 1/2 Shrimp & Cod 1/2 & 1/2 Shrimp & Perch $8.50 $8.50 Broiled Cod $8.50 Cod or Perch $7.50 1/2 Chicken $7.50 Hamburger & FF Childs Cod or Perch $4.25 $5.75
PAGE 5 HARVARD MOOSE FAMILY CENTER NEWS November/December 2007 WOTM Chapter 500 Officers Sr Regent Jr, Grad Regent Jr. Regent Recorder Chaplain Secy/Treasurer Guide Erin Dowey Ann McKenney Pat Wilkinson Joyce Hahn Barb Ray Betty Garrett Appointed Officers Joanne Morris Dear Co-workers I hope this newsletter finds you in good spirits has we gear up for the holiday season. We have several projects running and several more on the horizon. If you have internet access, www.harvardmoose.org has some current pictures and flyers of our upcoming events. First off, with the success of our trip to see Wicked. I have booked us 50 tickets to see Disney s The Lion King in Milwaukee on February 16 th, 2008. This trip will cost $75 per ticket. We have upgraded the seat selection and have included a bus this time. Lunch will be on your own. There are several nice restaurants located near the theatre. Tickets are available now on a first come first served basis and payment is due in full at the time you purchase your ticket. If you have any questions, as always, call the women s office. Joyce s suitcase project was an overwhelming success. Thanks to all who donated. Shirley Thompson s craft fair and bake sale will be held before the steak fry on November 17 th. To those who have something to contribute, please have all your items prices and out to the lodge before then. Our Christmas potluck will be 20 th of December. The meeting will be at 6PM and potluck will be at 7:30PM. I will be collecting donations for the local animal shelters until the end of November. There is a box in the hallway for your donations of canned cat and dog food. Also, shelters are in need of office supplies, blankets, toys and treats. Monetary donations will also be accepted. Let s pull together and give homeless animals a good holiday. The ladies that hang out in the social quarters on Saturdays are looking for a few good ladies who d like to join them for some nickel poker. They ve informed me its nice to play with a good group and they like to go out for dinner afterwards. If you re up for the challenge, meet them in the social quarters around 1PM on Saturdays. As always, we are looking for volunteers for bingo lunches and various upcoming functions. Keep an eye to the bulletin boards, tables and www.harvardmoose.org or up coming projects and events. Have a safe and blessed Holiday Season. Erin Dixon-Dowey, Senior Regent. Asst Guide Sentinel Argus Musician Ritual Director Virginia Oost Patricia Sorenson Dorothy Conley Mary Hayden Shirley Stiegman Chairwomen Academy of Loretta Truax Friendship College of Regents PEP Family Involvement Membership/ Retention Publicity Youth Involvement Elsie Frenk Brenda Klein Patricia Stevens Ruth Ducharme Janice Douglas Shirley Michals Star Recorders sponsor: Dinner Saturday November 3, 2007 Serving starts at p.m. $6.00 per person Tickets available in October A WOTM meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. to congratulate Ann McKenney on her Star Recorder degree. Come out and support your lodge and chapter. Craft and Bake Sale November 17, 2007 All donations appreciated contact Chairman Shirley Thompson The Lion King WOTM bus trip to Milwaukee to see Disney s Musical The Lion King will take place on February 16, 2008. This is a 2 p.m. matinee at the Milwaukee Theatre. Ticket prices are $75.00 per person. This ticket price includes a ticket located in the middle Mezzanine/Middle Balcony level and your bus fare. Community Service Moosehaven Health Awareness Star Mooseheart Ritual Director Christina Nolan Joan Edens Wilma Bastar Shirley Stiegman Tickets are limited to 50 and will be available October 1 st. Payment in full is required before the ticket is issued. Erin Dowey Chairman 815-943-3872
Harvard Moose Family Center #1289 P.O. Box 427 815-943-5925 815-943 6100 U.S. Postage Paid Permit No. 005-221 No Man Stands So Straight And Tall As When He Stoops To Lift Up A Child. James J. Davis Sign a Member Today BINGO EVERY SUNDAY AT 1:00 Payouts up to $500.00 Open to the Public The Harvard Moose Family Center News Published Bi-monthly By HARVARD LODGE NO. 1289 LOYAL ORDER OF MOOSE 22500 Rte. 173 West, P.O. Box 427-7004 Phones: Office 81 5-943-6100 Social Quarters 815-943-5925 EDITOR Gary Alt U.S.P.S. No. 005-221 - Periodicals Postage Paid at U.S. Post Office, POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to: Harvard Moose News P.O. Box 427-7004 Dates to Remember November 3 Fellowship Breakfast November 3 Star Recorder November 10 Diabetes Fundraiser November 11 Legion Breakfast November 14 Feather Party November 17 Steak Fry November 24 Pancake Breakfast December 1 Fellowship Breakfast December 1 Prime Rib Dinner December 5 Smoker December 9 Legion Breakfast December 15 Kids Christmas Party December 15 Steak Fry December 19 Tom & Jerry/ December 29 Pancake Breakfast December 31 New Years Eve Dinner & DJ Join your Friends for our Friday Night Serving from to 8:00