The Talon The Talon - Somerset Aerie #2137

The Talon
...the official voice of
Somerset Aerie #2137
Bridgewater, New Jersey
VOLUME 1 - ISSUE 4
www.njfoe.org APRIL / MAY - 2011
Secretary’s Corner
Dear Brothers,
Our Fraternal Year draws to a close and we can be proud of the many
accomplishments of our Aerie this past year. We have made numerous donations to worthwhile causes that have directly impacted the lives of those
less fortunate than ourselves. We have supported other charitable organizations to help them continue their work. We have added improvements to
our Aerie that will benefit all of us for years to come. But the sad truth behind all of these efforts is that our membership is declining. Not long ago we
had over five hundred members on our
rolls. Today we are barely at the three
hundred mark. For any organization to
thrive it must grow. I encourage everyone to make an effort to propose one
member each year. New members bring
a wealth of new ideas and energy and
ultimately contribute to the long term
success of our Aerie.
EAGLES HAM SHOOT
SATURDAY, APRIL 16TH
1:00 PM TO 4:00 PM
There are several upcoming events
that could use the support of our membership.
Our Annual Ham Shoot is scheduled
for Saturday, April 16th. There will be
food and beer in the Hall throughout the
event. Cards are available to win a
honey glazed smoked ham.
On Saturday May 21st the Eagles, American Legion Post 12, and the
Somerville Elks are joining together for a Charity Pig Roast, in our Grove,
with all proceeds to benefit Middle Earth. Tickets are available in the Social
Room at $20.00 for adults and children under 13 are free. Let’s all help
establish a yearly event to benefit others less fortunate than ourselves.
The Annual Family Picnic for Somerset Aerie # 2137 is scheduled for Saturday, June 11th. As always there will be fun for the children and plenty of
food and beer for the adults. Ticket Prices remain $15.00 for adults, free
for children 12 & under. Tickets will go on sale in May. This event is for all
of us and your support is needed to ensure that it is a success.
Elections for Aerie Officers will be held on the first meeting in May.
Nominations for open offices will be held on the last meeting in April. All
Chair Seats are up for election as are the positions of Secretary (3 year
term) as well as two Trustee Seats (both 3 year terms). Anyone interested
in running for an open office is encouraged to submit their name to the
Nominating Committee prior to Nominations or attend the meeting. Officers are vital to the success of our Aerie and anyone interested in serving as
an officer is encouraged to run.
In closing I would like to thank everyone who has worked hard to contribute to the prosperity of our Aerie.
Fraternally,
Chuck Rudolph, PWP
Aerie Secretary
FREE BEER & HAM DINNER!
-IN HALL ONLYPLEASE COME DOWN AND HELP YOUR AERIE
BY SIGNING AND/OR SELLING A CARD
SHOOT CARDS ARE AVAILABLE
BEHIND THE BAR FOR $2.00 PER SQUARE
WINNERS WILL RECIEVE A
HONEY GLAZED SMOKED HAM
CARDS TO SELL OUTSIDE THE CLUB
ARE ALSO AVAILABLE
OUTSIDE CARDS MUST BE RETURNED BY
FRIDAY, APRIL 15TH
Eagle Riders News
Somerset Aerie #2137 Eagle Riders Club meets the 3rd Monday of every month at
8pm. Any member is welcome to apply for membership. It is not necessary to own a
motorcycle.
At our April 18th meeting we will have a guest speaker. Jerry Friedman, Esq. (The
Motorcycle Attorney) will be at our meeting to bring us up to date on changes to/new
the motorcycle laws. All are welcome come listen
and ask questions.
On April 30th, 2011 the Riders Club will be
hosting our first BREAKFAST RUN. We will be
serving pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, tea & OJ.
Sign-in and breakfast will be from 8:30am – 10am
and will be followed with a motorcycle ride. All
are welcome to join us. Cost is $10/person.
On August 6th, 2011 the Riders club will be
holding a “RUN FOR OUR VETERANS” proceeds to
benefit the veterans at the Mount Lyons Center.
Sign-in will be 8:30am – 11am – kickstands up
promptly at 11:10 for a 65 mile ride through the
country side. To be followed by festivities.
The band, Brooke Shive & the 45’s will be back
again this year. Food will be expertly prepared by Ray Misiura, while details of the
whole menu haven’t been worked out yet, I am sure it will be delicious. Cost $20/rider
and $15 for all others.
For more information about the club or wanting to join, please feel free to contact me.
Tom Saviano (732) 805-3264 - [email protected]
LADIES AUXILIARY
Spaghetti Dinner
SATURDAY, APRIL 9TH
WELCOME NEW MEMBER!
PLEASE JOIN IN WELCOMING OUR NEWEST BROTHER
JOSEPH REPKA
AERIE OFFICERS
CARL BLOMQUIST
Worthy President
TOM SAVIANO
Worthy
Vice President
GEORGE FITZPATRICK
Jr. Past Worthy President
Chairman, Board of Trustees
OPEN POSITION
Worthy Chaplain
CHARLES RUDOLPH
Secretary /Trustee
PETER J. CIALLELLA
Worthy Conductor
RICHARD R. SIMONSEN
CHRIS ALLENA
DAVID LAGGINI
RAYMOND E MISIURA
EMILIO J. TROISI
Trustees
TOM REDRUP
Inside Guard
JOHN J. LINK
Outside Guard
JAMES R. SMITH SR.
Treasurer
Trustees Report
The Trustees meet every 1st, 3rd and if necessary 5th Monday of every Month. We also meet
prior to the regular scheduled men's meeting on
the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of the
month
The Board of
Trustees welcomes
any member that
wishes to discuss
an idea or suggestion that might
benefit the Aerie.
Please see one of
the Trustees prior
to the meeting.
Fraternally,
George Fitzpatrick, PWP
Jr. Past Worthy President
CHARITY PIG ROAST
Sponsored by...
THE BRIDGEWATER EAGL
EAGLES,
ES, THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 12,
& THE SOMERVILLE ELK
ELKS
S
SATURDAY MAY 21ST @ THE EAGLES GROVE
Tickets are available in the Social Room at $20.00 for adults and
children under 13 are free. Let’s all help establish a yearly event
to benefit others less fortunate than ourselves.
ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT MIDDLE EARTH
ANNUAL EAGLES FAMILY PICNIC
SATURDAY, JUNE 11TH
NOON TO 5:00 PM
ONLY $15.00 PER PERSON
CHILDREN UNDER 12 - FREE!
Burgers!
Ice Cream!
Hot Dogs!
Beer &
Soda!
Salads!
Rides &
Stuff For
The Kids!
Corn!
Clam Bar!
Watermelon!
50/50's
Roasted Pig!
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE SOCIAL ROOM
VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP SHEET WILL BE POSTED IN THE SOCIAL ROOM
ATTENTION MEMBERS!
BECAUSE OF AN ENDANGERED FLOCK OF TURSIOPS TRUNCATES, AND IN ACCORDANCE
WITH ORDINANCE #7312YADSLOOFLIRPAYPPAH OF THE BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP CODE
ALL TREES ON CLUB PROPERTY WILL BE MOVED 2 FEET TO THE NORTH-EAST
THIS MOVE WILL TAKE PLACE THE EVENING OF THE FIRST FULL MOON IN APRIL
-ALL ARE ENCOURAGED TO HELP
HELP--
PLEASE BRING YOUR OW
OWN
N SHOVEL
April 2011
SUN
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
14
15
2
9
Spaghetti
Dinner
Ladies Meeting
8:00PM
10
11
12
13
16
Men’s Meeting
8:00PM
17
18
19
20
Eagle Riders
Club Meeting
24
25
SAT
HAM SHOOT!
21
22
23
28
29
30 Riders Club
Ladies Meeting
8:00PM
26
27
Easter Sunday
Breakfast
Run
Men’s Meeting
8:00PM
May 2011
SUN
1
MON
2
TUE
3
WED
4
THU
FRI
SAT
5
6
7
12
13
14
19
20
21
Ladies Meeting
8:00PM
8
9
10
11
Men’s Meeting
8:00PM
15
16
17
Eagle Riders
Club Meeting
22
23
18
Ladies Meeting
8:00PM
24
25
Men’s Meeting
8:00PM
29
30
Memorial Day
31
CHARITY PIG
ROAST
26
27
28