Oswego Elks Lodge Human Concerns Donation

Oswego Elks #271 donated can goods and a check for $1,325.00 to the Human Concerns Center Of Oswego to help with the huge demand they are currently experiencing. The center provides emergency food for individuals in need. They supply 3 days of food, 3 meals daily, for each person in the household. They also provide clothing for winter and hygiene items when available. Joann Locy director of Human Concerns was very grateful and overwhelmed with the generosity of Oswego Elks contribution.

Pictured:  Ron Rookey, Carol Simpson ER and Joann Locy, director of Human Concerns.

Camillus Lodge Hoop Shoot

CAMILLUS, NY, DECEMBER 7, 2019:  Camillus Elks Lodge No. 2367 hosted their annual Hoop Shoot Free Throw contest Saturday, December 7th at West Genesee High School in Camillus.  The program was free to all interested boys and girls ages 8 to 13 from the greater Camillus area and featured winners from West Genesee school contests.
Winners in the Girls category were Dena Hussein (8-9), Amyah Macknail (10-11) and Megan Tyler (12-13).  Winners in the Boys category were Parker Vienne (8-9), Colin Straub (10-11) and Charles Lockwood (12-13).
Winners advance to the Ontario District Elks Hoop Shoot on Jan.18th, 8:30 AM at CW Baker High School in Baldwinsville. The Ontario District contest features winners from Syracuse, Oswego, Auburn, Fulton, Liverpool, and Camillus lodges and will be hosted by the Liverpool Elks Lodge No. 2348.
As students progress through a series of Hoop Shoot contests at the lodge, state, and national level, one boy and one girl in each of three categories will become national champion. The winners each receive a trophy and their names are inscribed on a plaque at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts. Parents accompany contestants throughout the competition. The parents of finalists at the state, regional and national levels attend the competitions as guests of the Elks.  The 2020 Hoop Shoot National Finals will take place April 16-19, 2020 in Chicago.
Through the Hoop Shoot program, the Elks have been developing and reinforcing grit for nearly 50 years—long before researchers and experts concluded that grit is so important for our children. The program focuses on teaching basketball shooting skills, sportsmanship and spirited competition.  Participation in the Hoop Shoot encourages kids to set goals and work hard—keys to developing grit.
Camillus Elks express their gratitude to West Genesee School district administrators, athletic director, and physical education teachers for their continued support in this important youth development program.

Additional information can be found at https://www.elks.org/hoopshoot/.

Auburn Elks Lodge Childrens Christmas Party

The Auburn Elks Lodge 474 held their Annual Children’s Christmas Party with Santa. The children enjoyed making a candy cane craft. Pizza, cookies and popcorn were available for all to enjoy. A very special Thank You to Santa & and their helpers who made the day special for the children.

Liverpool Elks Lodge Childrens Christmas Party

Liverpool Elks Lodge #2348 recently held its annual Children’s Christmas Party.  The children made 
Hats and Door Knockers.  There was Christmas coloring and lots of Christmas Music The highlight of the day was a visit by Santa.  Santa had candy canes, candy, chocolate covered pretzels and a gift bag with Christmas themed goodies for each of the 60 children who attended. Pictured Korie and Kallie Culican with the Santa.(Art Van Gelder PER)

January Clinic Agenda

Oswego Elks Jack Haynes Golf Tournament

Oswego Elks recently held their annual Jack Haynes Golf Tournament.  There were 22 teams participating in the tournament which raised $ 1050 for ENF.  The golfers enjoyed a steak dinner after an enjoyable day on the golf course.

Pictured winning team:  Kevin Murtha, Al Hare Bill Chorley ST, Mike Mahaney, and Tom Kanaly PDD.

Camillus Lodge 2367/Syracuse Lodge 31 Welcome home 80 WWII ,Korean War& Vietnam War Veterans

On Saturday evening September 28th, members of Camillus Elks Lodge 2367, and Syracuse Elks Lodge 31, helped "Welcome Home" 80 WWII, Korean War and Vietnam War veterans back to Syracuse following their day long "Honor Flight" to Washington, DC. The two Elk Lodge members, along with other civic groups, greeted and cheered the 80 War Veterans after they departed their plane and upon escort to the main lobby of our Syracuse airport

INFO CNY Veterans Parade & Expo November 9th

The Ontario District will be participating in the CNY Veterans Parade & Expo at the NYS Fairgrounds on November 9th. All members are urged to attend this wonderful event!
The parade is at 12noon & the expo will go from 9am- 2pm.
A notification will be sent out for a line up time for the parade as we approach the date.
Thank you

5K Run Honor Flight Donation Liverpool Elks

Liverpool Elks Lodge 2348 Ladies Auxiliary Fashion Show

Liverpool Elks Lodge #2348 Ladies Auxiliary recently hosted their annual Fashion Show.  Fashions were provided by Christopher and Banks.  The volunteer models were from the Auxiliary as well as e community.  Refreshments were served and numerous gift baskets were raffled during the evening.  This fashion show is a major fund raiser to ensure the charitable work of the Ladies auxiliary continues.  The Liverpool Elks Ladies auxiliary present a $1000 scholarship to both Liverpool and Baldwinsville schools.  In addition they make a $100 donation monthly to various charities throughout the community.  They also make numerous other donations throughout the year.

Oswego Elks Flag Retirement Ceremony

Oswego Elks # 271 had their annual flag retirement ceremony at Fort Ontario with the help of Boy Scout troop 888 and Girl Scout troop 10567. ER Carol Simpson provided education on how to properly cut up a flag before burning. Pamphlets and American flag pins were handed out.

2019 New York State Elks Jr Golf Tournament

Liverpool Music Fest 2019

Running w The Elks

Oswego Elks Lodge Classic Car Show

Camillus Elks Serve Local Communities

One more way the Camillus Elks Lodges Serves the local communities. Shown here is Past Exalted Ruler Jay Mason delivering approximately 50 BBQed chicken halves and pans of baked beans and macaroni to the Samaritan Center. If you wish to join in our charitable activities please contact Cheryl Chesneski at 315-672-3106 for an application.

Ontario District American Patriot Ceremony

The Ontario District recently held its eighth “American Patriot Remembrance” Ceremony.  It was a brief yet reverent Ceremony to convey the appreciation of Elks who are members of the six lodges that compromise the Ontario District.  The six lodges in the Ontario District are Syracuse Lodge #31, Oswego Lodge #271, Auburn Lodge #474, Fulton Lodge #830, Liverpool Lodge #2348 and Camillus lodge #2367 and are located in Cayuga, Onondaga and Oswego Counties. Each of the Officers participating in this ceremony are themselves service veterans. George Hoffman, US Navy, 2nd Class Radioman, presented the oration. Lisa DuBois presented musical selections.  Emily and Cory King played echo taps to close out the ceremony.
Members of the Ontario District gathered to honor the memory of an American Patriot, Alexandria Natasha Delacruz, US Navy, DCM Fireman 2nd Class, USS Arlington who died as a result of the Iraqi/Iran conflict.  We also gather to pay tribute to the families of our service men and women who have served our country. A candle was lite in her memory as well as the American Patriots who had been honored at this ceremony since 2012. They honored 9 WWII Veterans and 9 Korean War Veterans.  Candles were lit in honor of all above as well as one candle was lit in respect and honor of all World War II veterans.  The last candle was in honor of all Veterans who have of served the United State of America.  United States of America. 
It has been over 70 years since World War II ended, yet the memories of that war continue to linger within the minds of those who served our country and by their family and friends.  At that time, communication was not instantaneous as it is today and the fate of those who died or who were injured was many times unknown for weeks and months. Those who served, did so with courage and why they are referred to as the “Greatest Generation.”

liverpool Elks Lodge Anniversry Weekend Info

Oswego Elks Lodge Irene Pashley Memorial Award

Congratulations William Chorley
Bill received the
Irene Pashley Memorial  Major Projects Award
At the Spring Convention in Buffalo

Syacuse Elks Lodge 31 Memorial Day

Mike Giehl, PER of Syracuse Lodge #31
Placed flags on Syracuse Elks cemetery plots at the oak wood cemetery

Auburn Elks Lodge 474 Memorial Day

Fritz Allen PSVP, PDDGER of Auburn Lodge 474 honors NYSEA founder Frank J Reynolds grave site on Memorial Day
This monument was donated by the NYSEA

Camp Bristol Golf Tournament Sponsorship Form

Oswego Lodge Ladies Auxilary Awards 50 years

At a recent Public Service Awards Banquet held at Oswego Elks Lodge # 271 Barbara Capella was recognized for 50 years of membership in the Ladies Auxilary. Pictured are Barbara Capella with Ladies Auxilary President Kathy Summers.

Oswego Lodge 271 National Foundation Grant

Oswego Elks Lodge #271 recently donated $2000 received from an Elks National Foundation Grant to buy diapers, formula and other items to fill the needs of babies and donated to Oswego Opportunities, OPTIONS program.  This program works with pregnant and parenting teens and adults and their families to improve the health of mom and babies. This gift is a gift of hope, helping OCO continue to respond to the need of people in our community.  They provide management services that include education, advocacy, and support for women and their families before, during, and after pregnancy.

Regional Hoop Shoot 1st place Winner

The Ontario District is proud to announce that we had a 1st place winner in the Regional Hoop Shoot today in Vestal NY.
Colin Straub, 10-11 boys from Camillus Lodge.
Pictured with Colin are, Mike Sage Regional director, Sheila O’Connor State Hoop Shoot Chairman,  Tom Kinsella Camillus lodge Chairman, John Rinaldo District Hoop Shoot Chairman and Phil Holowitz  Past State President.
Congratulations Colin!

1st Place Winners Ontario Disrict Hoop Shoot

Congratulations to the 1st place winners
of the Ontario District 6300 Hoop Shoot pictured with Hoop Shoot Chairman John Rinaldo & NYS Hoop Shoot Chairwoman Sheila O’Connor
1st place winners-
Avery Rumble, girls 8-9 (Liverpool), Landon Rumble, boys 12-13 (Liverpool), James Piorkowski, boys 8-9 ( Syracuse) , Colin Straub , boys 10-11 ( Camillus) , Amyeh Macknail , girls 10-11 ( Camillus)
Winners will continue onto the NYS Regional Hoop Shoot Contest . The contest will be held Saturday, February 2nd in Vestal NY. Registration to begin at 10am.

Liverpool Elks Lodge Student of The Month

Liverpool Elks Lodge #2348 recognizes a student of the month from Liverpool High School and Baldwinsville High school each month during the school year.  They are chosen by their guidance counselors.  January Students of the Month Marya Rami Al-Khoury from Baldwinsville and Arabella Johnson from Liverpool with Exalted Ruler Laurence Gillette

Camillus Elks Honor Flight

Press Release
Camillus Elks Support Honor Flight Syracuse
Camillus, NY, JANUARY 27, 2019: Camillus Elks Lodge No. 2367 presented a $1,500 check to Honor Flight
Syracuse on Sunday, January 27th at their Lodge located at 6117 Newport Road, Camillus, NY. Elks Lodge
President Lee Ireland made the presentation to John Paddock Honor Flight Vice President and Co-founder of Honor
Flight Syracuse. “This gift will help cover travel expenses of our Veterans on a future Honor Flight Mission” stated
Randy Flath, President of Honor Flight Syracuse. The presentation was made during the Elks monthly breakfast.
“The Elks are humbled assisting in honoring veterans who served and sacrificed during World War II, the Korean
War, and Vietnam War” said Lee Ireland, Camillus Elks President.
“Funding for the donation originated with an Elks National Foundation (ENF) Gratitude Grant which is a way for the
ENF to thank each Lodge for meeting the National President’s per-member goal for giving to the ENF” stated Bob
McIntyre, Elks Lodge Secretary. The Camillus Elks have made three previous donations to Honor Flight Syracuse
and participate in each Honor Flight homecoming at the Syracuse Hancock International Airport.

Liverpool Elks Lodge 2348 Girl Scouts

Liverpool Elks Lodge #2348 holds a monthly breakfast from October through May. Girl Scout Troop #10134 of Baldwinsville volunteered to help with the breakfast in January. 
Pictured L -R : Anna DeJohn, Katelyn Reynolds, Diana Sugrue and Natalee Landon

Syracuse Elks Lodge 31 Gratitude Grant

Syracuse Elks Lodge #31 presents a $500 check to Access CNY.  The money came from the Gratitude Grant they received.    Pamela Allen, Lodge Treasurer, Tom Kanaley, PDDGER, Matt Seubert, Associate Executive Director-Development and Dianne Weiermann, Outreach Director standing beside the NYS Elks CP van

Ontario District NYSEA State President Visitation Schedule

Auburn Elks Lodge 474 Adopted Family for Christmas

Auburn Elks Lodge #474 Members adopted a family this Christmas.  There were a total of 4 children and 2 adults . 60 gifts were collected for the family. Thank you to each of our members for your kindness and generosity for helping a family in need .
We also thank our Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck for help in finding this family for us. 

Oswego Elks Lodge 271 Adopted Familes For Christmas

Oswego Elks Lodge #271 and Ladies Auxiliary spread Christmas cheer and good will. They have adopted 20 families for Christmas.  Elk members went shopping for the Christmas dinner while the Ladies Auxiliary shopped for new clothing for each family member. Boxes and bags were filled and delivered to the Salvation Army for family pick up. Oswego Elk members will wake up Christmas morning with a mile-wide smile knowing that they helped to make Christmas a little bit brighter for these 20 families. Pictured are Oswego Elk members and Salvation Army Staf

Liverpool Elks Lodge 2348 Childrens Christmas Party

Liverpool Elks Lodge #2348 recently held its annual Children’s Christmas Party.  The children made Hats and Door Knockers.  There was Christmas coloring and lots of Christmas Music The highlight of the day was a visit by Santa.  Santa had candy canes and a gift bag with Christmas themed goodies for each of the 65 children who attended.   A great time was had by the 45 children who attended the party.  Pictured Korie and Kallie Culican with the Santa.

Auburn Elks Lodge 474 Childrens Christmas Party

The Auburn Elks Lodge 474 held their Annual Children’s Christmas Party with Santa. This year Mrs. Claus made a special visit with Santa. There were crafts and cookie decorating for the children. Pizza, cookies and other goodies were available for all to enjoy. A very special Thank you to Santa & Mrs. Claus and their helpers who made the day special for the children.

Liverpool 2348 Adopted Famlies for Christmas

Liverpool Elks Lodge #2348 Ladies Auxiliary adopted three families this Christmas.  There was a total of 9 children and 6 adults.  They collected over 80 gifts in total.   One of the auxiliary sisters knit 9 blankets. One for each of the children. Again, our Liverpool Elks Lodge proved to be a loving, caring and very generous Lodge.  Also, one of our members, along with his family, adopted a family of their own. How amazing. Thank you to our Elf helpers that put hours into this yearly project.
In the photo are auxiliary members along with the Head Start Staff.

Liverpool 2348 Veterans Spaghetti Dinner

Liverpool Elks # 2348 recently hosted our Annual Veteran's Spaghetti Dinner.  It was a gala event with patients, their family members and traveling staff from the Syracuse VA hospital in attendance. The evening started with the acapella group Harmony Katz singing all our favorite Christmas songs while our guests were served a delicious spaghetti dinner with all the fixings. After dinner and while our VA guests were having desert, we served dinner to our musical guests. All our Veterans were each given gift consisting of a Sherpa lined heavy button up shirt, playing cards and gift bag of homemade Christmas cookies. The lodge also donated tickets for the patients to visit Onondaga County's famous 2-mile-long Lights on the Lake display which will be used after the new year.