August 2010

KALISPELL MOOSE LODGE
2158 Highway 2 East - PO Box 5286
Kalispell, MT 59903-5286
(406) 752-4038
Volume #69
August 2010
Issue #68
Women of the Moose Celebrate Anniversary
On June 26th, the Women of the Moose celebrated their
anniversary. The men were more than happy to fix a dinner
appropriate for the occasion. The guys spent all day in the
kitchen preparing a meal consisting of baked ham, corn on
the cob, and twice baked potatoes. This was served with a
dinner salad. The lady officers were treated with a special
course of sardines and crackers, courtesy of the Governor
and the Junior Governor. As you may recall, the men were
served beanie weenies for their anniversary because of a
The Women of the Moose delighted with dinner
side bet that has become mired in controversy. Well ladies,
DATES TO
all I can say that, “He who laughs last, laughs best!”
REMEMBER
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August 7 & 8
Lodge Picnic
McGregor Lake
August 13
Steak & Shrimp
August 27
B/A Dinner
August 28 & 29
Legion in Missoula
September 3
Steak & Shrimp
Sept. 11
Murder Mystery
September 17
B/A Dinner
Sept. 30 thru Oct 2
State Convention
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Fourth of July Was A Blast
We had a good turn out for the 4th of
July at the Lodge. Jeremy and Dale Heindel and Bill Lynch barbecued the hot dogs
and hamburgers to perfection. Contributions of salads, beans and other side
dishes were brought by several of the
members and rounded out the meal.
The ice cream bar provided a cool andtasty dessert with several flavors of ice
cream and lots of toppings to choose
from. A.J. Smith and Khristina Smith put together the delicious concoctions with the help of Joda and Kalvin Taylor and Tammy Noel.
The kids had a great time participating in the relay races and games
“officiated” by Joda and Kalvin with Rhonda Smith’s expertise help in kid
activities. The adults had lots of fun watching. There was plenty of water
involved which resulted in several soggy kids afterwards. Melissa
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LOYAL ORDER
OF MOOSE
LODGE #1922 OFFICERS
GOVERNOR:
William Lynch
858-2304
JUNIOR PAST GOVERNOR:
Myron Beck
892-4611
JUNIOR GOVERNOR:
Dale Heindel
212-3798
PRELATE:
Kalvin Taylor
471-7286
TREASURER:
Mike Koskela
471-0141
ADMINISTRATOR:
Terry Powell
TRUSTEE (1):
Bill Eckert
752-8421
TRUSTEE (2):
Mike Burns
TRUSTEE (3):
Mark Smith
314-7252
INNER GUARD:
Gary Eckert
755-6231
OUTER GUARD:
Conrad O’Masters
752-0685
SERGEANT AT ARMS:
Blaine Childers
(253)740-0563
NEW MEMBERS
Wayne VanDine
Malcome Kruse
Brian Murcie
Aarom Martin
GOVERNOR’S GAVEL
Hello,
Another busy month has passed. The 4th of July went off
with a big bang thanks to Vince, Terry, John, Chuck, and the
Bigfork VFW. Between the five of them we had fireworks for
the young and the old. Thanks to the ladies and members for
doing a great job entertaining the younger people with games
and snacks. We had hamburgers & hot dogs, and members donated potluck
dishes. Thank you to everyone who worked and attended this event.
Several different meals were offered in July. Please members, if we are
to continue having these events, we need and would appreciate more members attending and supporting them. Wednesday burgers and beer are doing well. We also had a special Mexican breakfast put on by two Moose
members from California. They put in a lot of time preparing this meal and
did a great job. Thank you Dave McCleery and Danna Dempsey.
We have had a couple of workdays doing cleaning and maintenance.
There will be more days announced. We need more volunteers to help. We
spent a lot of time cleaning the kitchen, please clean it up after using it!
Don’t forget the picnic August 6-7. On Saturday, there will be barbecued
ribs and deep fried turkey. We are asking members to please bring potluck
dishes. The picnic meal will be held around 4:00 P.M.
In August, we have two Friday night dinners. Please sign up, it helps if
the cooks have some idea of how many meals are needed and cuts down on
the waste.
I would also like to mention Happy Hour snacks. It doesn’t matter if it’s
crackers and cheese, smoked fish, soup, or sandwiches. They didn’t just
happen to be there, someone put them there. Many times these items are
donated by someone (bartenders, fisherman, people who smoke the fish,
other meats, and many other items). Although these people will probably
keep right on doing this, that’s the kind of people they are. Ask who did it,
it sure wouldn’t hurt to thank them with a hand shake or a pat on the back,
to show your appreciation.
I know it gets to be annoying to be asked to buy tickets for this and that.
But, if we don’t sell our tickets for the car, we are missing a great opportunity to add to our building fund. We also have three items donated by an
anonymous person to be raffled with the proceeds to go to the building
fund. Please show you appreciation to this person by purchasing tickets or
buying spaces on the raffle board,
Thank you,
William Lynch, Governor
MOOSE OF THE MONTH
Dale Meier
Dale was nominated for Moose of the Month for the continued
support he has given the Lodge. Dale can usually be found hanging around with Tom Hall (the Bobsie twins) early in the afternoon. He may stay a bit later if someone else is buying! Dale,
thanks for supporting the lodge, helping out with happy hour
snacks, and giving us a hand during maintenance days.
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CHAPTER
#1710 OFFICERS
SENIOR REGENT:
Jo Smith
212-6151
JUNIOR GRADUATE REGENT:
Callie Ewert
253-3918
JUNIOR REGENT:
Isabelle Pound
257-5501
CHAPLAIN:
Bess Lynch
752-0172
SECRETARY/TREASURER:
RECORDER:
Tammy Noel
752-2364
WOTM DINNERS
Officer:
Tammy Noel
Chairman:
Connie Larkey
August 13th 6:00-7:30
Steak & Shrimp, Baked
Potato, Salads & Toast
$8.50 and $11.00
(10 & Under 1/2 Price)
August 27th 6:00-7:30
Birthday/Anniversary
Chicken Alfredo, Salads,
and Desert
$8.00
(10 & Under 1/2 Price)
WOMEN
OF THE
MOOSE
Summer has finally arrived and I hope everybody is
out there enjoying the weather.
Those that attended the 4th of July festivities at the
lodge had a good time. The fireworks were great and
so was the food. The kids really had a good time.
Julie and Myron Beck had a good time at the convention in Tennessee. Julie gave a presentation of all they learned and some of the
sightseeing they did. She also said the weather was extremely humid.
Thanks Julie. Julie was also recognized at this meeting for receiving
the International Co-Worker of the year for 2009 -2010.
Terri Boyce gave a little talk on meeting our Sunshine Grandparents while she and her husband, Vince, were on vacation in Florida.
She said they really appreciate the cards, letters and gifts they receive
from us. Keep sending them.
It is lodge picnic time again. It will be Friday, August 6th thru the
8th at McGregor Lake Lodge. The main picnic with be Saturday.
Bring something to add to the dinner, the meat will be furnished by
the Lodge. Those that will be driving home that night, please be careful driving.
August is the Academy of Friendship month. The meeting is an
open meeting and we hope all will attend including the men for the
ceremony held August 3rd at 7:30 pm.
I'd like to thank Debbie Wigner and her crew for the wonderful
meals they prepared for the month of July. Debbie has a pretty heavy
schedule but she still took time out to cook for us. Thanks again Debb
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Please note: "Shrimp" being on the dinner menus from now on
will be on a first come first serve basis until we run out. We are trying
to keep our menu prices down and we are anticipating the price of
shrimp to rise.
See you at the picnic.
Jo
VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH
Myra Heindel
Myra Heindel has been chosen volunteer of the month for August.
Myra has been a member for five years. She has earned her Academy of Friendship and College of Regents Degrees. She is also a
past Senior Regent. Myra is always on the scene no matter what is
taking place at the Lodge and in there helping out. We need more
volunteers like her. Congratulations Myra, keep up the good work.
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(Continued from page 1) Anniversary
After dinner, several members were recognized for their service. 35-Year members:
Margaret Jacobson, Rose Noel, and Eunice
Erickson (Jo Smith presenting). 20-Year members: Judy Ewert (Jo Smith presenting). 5Year members: Isabelle Pound, Kitty Perzentka, Phyllis Lynch, Joda Taylor, Myra Heindel, and Rhonda Smith (not pictured). Way to
go! The Lodge couldn’t survive without you.
35-Year Members
20-Year Member
5-Year Members
Sunshine Child
Sunshine Grandparents
Scott Powell
C/O Sunshine Department
115 Davis Drive
Mooseheart, Illinois 60539
Norman and Alfreda (Freda) Vertigan
Ohio #37, Moosehaven
1701 Park Avenue
Orange Park, Florida 32073
Murder Mystery
Preparing for the murder mystery has gone into full swing in
preparation of the September 11th event. Most of the actors and
actresses have already been identified and are looking forward to
the presentation. If you are still interested in helping out, meetings will be held on August 11th and 25th. Assistance is still
needed, so please come and lend a hand. If you don’t want to participate directly in the play, you can always come and play along
in the audience. You can have a lot of fun and practice your detective skills at the same time. $5 gets you into the speakeasy and
includes dinner and the show. There is a sign-up sheet in the social quarters. All proceeds will go to the general fund. Those of
you that are interested, check out some of the costumes on the
following websites:
www.flappercostumes.com
(Probably
the
best
site),
www.halloweencostumes.com,
www.costumecraze.com,
www.anytimecostumes.com
For information, call Lance Borstad or Rita Loehr at 257-5399.
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News from Bitterroot Legion #43
The big news this month of July is the State Legion Jamboree, to be held on July 16th, 17th,
and 18th in Whitefish. At this writing it will be due to start, in other words, I don’t have a clue! If
you attended you know how it turned out. I will give more info in August.
We, the members of Moose Bitterroot Legion, have a new Pilgrim, and his name is Larry Norberg AKA Leon Errol. When you see him, congratulate him. Congratulations Larry.
If you as a Moose member, are not a Legionnaire, think about joining. Ask about it at your
Lodge. In Kalispell, Whitefish and Missoula, which make up the Bitterroot Legion. It is fun.
Don’t forget to pay your dues if they are due.
Now, a few words of?
PUNS
#1 The horse got run over by a car. It’s in stable condition now.
#2 No matter how much you push the envelope. It’ll still be stationary.
#3 Did you hear about the guy whose whole left side was cut off? He’s all right now.
#4 When the smog lifts in Los Angeles. UCLA.
#5 It was an emotional wedding. Even the cake was in tiers.
#6 She was only a whiskey maker. But he loved her still.
Bye!!!
Your Self Appointed Reporter
Mike Houston
Lodge Tidbits
Monday Night Football
Monday night football is just around the corner.
The lodge would like to continue the tradition of
putting on something for the gridiron junkies, so I
got approval to set up a committee. If you would
like to participate, there will be a meeting on August
4th at 6:30pm. Please bring any ideas you may
have. - Mike Koskela 471-0141
tigan also made the trip to the Convention. All in all,
it was a very in depth report and it sounds like everyone had fun. However, Julie didn’t mention what
happens to Myron when the sun (or the booze) goes
down. Pictures are worth a thousand words!
Dr. Jekyl
National Convention
Several of our members attended the National Convention this year in Nashville. On July 20th, during
a WOTM meeting, Julie Beck read her report of all
the activities and a lot of what the guest speakers
had to say. Our Sunshine grandparent, Norman Ver5
Mr. Hyde
(Continued from page 1) Fourth of July
O’Grady brought in her wares and painted all the cool faces
sported by several of the little girls and boys.
Fireworks furnished by the lodge and other donations
by the members finished the evening. Pyrotechnics were
handled by Kalvin, Jerry O’Grady and Mark Smith for the
“big” boomers. A good time was had by all. - Phyllis Manus
Lodge Letters & Notes
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The Boys Scouts and their leaders expressed their thanks to the Lodge and Chapter for giving them the
opportunity to assist us as they have a number of times. They stated that even without the tips that are
gathered and presented to them, they are more than happy to help out. The money that is collected
and given to them all goes into the boy’s accounts to be used for uniforms, books
and other necessities. We are very appreciative of their help so it’s a win- win
situation. - Callie Ewert
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I owe a sincere apology to a very special lady in our Chapter. She contributes so
much to both the LOOM and the Chapter in so many ways. She is a long time member who has sponsored numerous co-workers and heads up some special committees. This very special gal was presented an honor earlier this year and then I neglected to share this honor with everyone at the Women’s Anniversary dinner.
Our lady was honored with the Coworker of the Year award for the State of Montana. This is not a regular occurrence. This oh so deserving co-worker is Julie
Beck. She is so valuable to us and I am so sorry for not bringing this special award
to everyone’s attention. I hope that Julie can forgive me. Her plaque is hanging in
the meeting room for all to admire. Please congratulate Julie when you see her for
her hard work and this deserving honor. - Callie Ewert
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Thank you to everyone who helped with the dinners in June. Jeremy Heindel and Lance Borstad for
the great job on the steaks & shrimp. Myra & Dale Heindel and Phyllis Lynch for helping me in the
kitchen. Thanks to Duane & Margaret Onstad, Carol & Eddie Klain, and Don & Jerry Bunker for the table settings and decorations. I also want to thank the crew who helped with the B/A dinner. Dale &
Myra Heindel, Gary & Nadine Eckert, Bill Lynch, Jo Smith, Myron & Julie Beck, and Connie Langton. I
especially want to thank my sister, Arlene Eckert, for doing such a great job cooking the chicken fried
steak and for all the other help she gave me. We had a great turn-out for the dinners. If I forgot anyone, I am really sorry. - Linda Ward
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Thanks to all of the folks that pitched in and cleaned the kitchen. We know it took some effort, but it
really looks good. Thanks! - Hank & Mary Olson, Deb Wigner
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Winners and Losers
MEETING DRAWINGS
QUARTER WINNERS
WOTM Drawings
QUARTER LOSERS
Bucket of Bucks
None
$25 ATTENDENCE:
$100 DRAW: Raymond Cush (NP)
$75 DRAW: Martin Aaronson (NP)
$50 DRAW: Mark Hutchings (NP)
$25 DRAW: Mel Tweet (NP)
SHAKE-A-DAY
Pot Winners
None
$5 Winners
Many
Ross Bishop
Rose Noel
Ken Hienzman
B. Managhan
Anna Soderstrom
Connie Walsh
James Elgin
Ray Washington
Judy Ewert
Gary Collier
Patty Shelton
David McManus
Renae Olsen
A. Fredrickson
Deb Wigner
Denny McManus
Betty O’Masters
Marie Newlin
Amanda Ward
Gordon Heindel
Everett Vassar
Jon Fournier
Padgie Borstad
Beryl Thomas
Larry Barge
Gary Weller
Tammy Noel
Jack Lingle
Craig Lundy
Bess Lynch
Darlene Saloman
Edward Hetrick
Louis Wisher
Attendance
Jo Smith
Birthdays
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Anniversaries
6th Lee & Mary Weigum
8th Kirk & Mary Passmore
11th Donnie & Wanda Shaferly
17th Dave & Barb Smith
19th Clark & Chris Choate
24th Terry & Jane Powell
28th Ted & Pat Witzel
Sickness & Distress
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Margaret Instad had back surgery
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Elaine Green had a stroke
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Augustina Lindquist passed away
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Lola Day had a hip replacement
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Kalvin Taylor injured his ankle
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Andrew Ripplinger
Phyllis Witzel
Robert Lanfear
Wendy Giono
William Winter
Allan Fredrickson
Lois Wisher
Geraldine Lingle
Richard Barr
Myrtle Langton
Darlene Kohlbeck
Wanda Shaferly
Clara Johnson
Eldon Smith
Suzanne Hutcheson
Monty Pruett
Patrick Kelly
Ronald Palmer
Renae Olsen
Amanda Ward
Ronald Hirsch
Eric Gray
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Harlen Brown
Callie Ewert
Lauralee Drake
Raymond Kusch
Robert Ewert
Nadine Eckert
Steven Gaikowski
Rosalie Noel
Jacob Korf
Marie Newlin
Paul Markowitz
Patricia Kennedy
Laurie Currence
Jeffrey Herman
Thomas Rowan
Archie Weigum
Cliff Emerson
Phyllis Stevens-Manus
Scott Norman
Marilee Pritchett
Lucie Davis
Greg Johnson
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