LODGE OFFICERS

Exalted Ruler

Lawrence Bowden

Leading Knight

Mark Curtin

Loyal Knight

Peter Guida

Lecturing Knight

Elbert Gray

Secretary

Vacant

Treasurer

Michael Dudzinski

Tiler

Aaron Pinto

Esquire

Dennis G. Claffey, PDD

Chaplain

Kenneth MacMurtry

Inner Guard

Carol Surprenant

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Five Year

Vincent Alianiello, PDD

Four Year

Robert V. Claffey, PDD

Three Year

Chuck House

Two Year

Jory Pagliughi

One Year

Gerry McDonald

Just like that, the summer is

almost over. I know a lot of

the membership loves to see

the warmth give way to fall

then inevitably winter; how-

ever I am personally sad to

see the warmer weather on its

last legs. Anyhow as a lodge

we had quite the August did-

n’t we? On August 1st we

initiated several new mem-

bers into our order. When

you see them around, extend

the hand of friendship and

make them feel welcome.

The weekend of August 3rd

and 4th was very busy as we

hosted the Annual Food

Truck Festival. Dudz did a

good job again of planning

and bringing this event to

fruition. I would like to

thank all members who vol-

unteered to help and those

who came out to support.

August 9th we participated

in the Camp Sunrise Gradua-

tion. I would like to thank

Dave Bassette and Mark Cur-

tin for heading this endeavor.

Also, thanks to all of you

who volunteered for event;

the kids really enjoyed it.

On August 12th the lodge

played the Rotary in the an-

nual softball game. Although

the game ended in a tie, we

had a great time.

Lastly on August 24th, we

held a CT Pistol Permit class.

If you missed this one, keep

your eyes open as there will

be others in the future.

Looking ahead to Septem-

ber, there is a lot on the dock-

et. First off September 2nd is

Labor Day, the unofficial last

day of summer. Please see

the hours within this Upstart

for abbreviated bar hours.

On September 9th we will be

having the Golf tournament.

Tom Herzog works especially

hard to put on this event every

year. If you wish to play and

have not submitted your four-

some, please do so ASAP.

Even if you don’t play, come

on out to the lodge after for

the raffles and fellowship.

At our meeting on Septem-

ber 25th we will be hosting the

Central District Deputy, Don

Percoski for his visit. This

meeting will include a dinner

prior and an initiation of new

members. There will be a sig-

nup sheet in the bar for those

that wish to attend the dinner

prior to the meeting.

Lastly on September 28th we

will be hosting Elks Day. This

event is being hosted by the

Range Committee, and it will

be an awesome day. Our

shooting range will have dif-

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Hours of Operation

Mon.–Thur. 4 PM – 8 PM

Friday 4 PM – 10 PM

Saturday Noon – 9 PM

Sunday Noon – 7 PM

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ferent shooting games through-

out the day, burgers and dogs

will be available for sale, a set-

back tournament will take

place. The day will culminate

in a prime rib dinner and draw-

ing for the Ready Up Raffle.

Tickets for both are available at

the bar, please purchase them

soon as they need to plan on

how much food to buy.

I hope everyone enjoys the

last days of the best season of

the year. Enjoy time with fami-

ly, friends, and have fun but

most importantly be safe. As

always if anyone has any ques-

tions suggestions, or comments

please feel free to talk to me

whenever you see me. Peace

and blessings to you all.

ELK OF THE MONTH

Don Hoerman

This month’s Elk of the

Month Award goes to Don

Hoerman. Don has taken on

the task of running Stick Bust

every Monday, and done a phe-

nomenal job of it. More people

are participating in this event

than ever before. Thanks Don

for the hard work.

Lawrence Bowden

Exalted Ruler

We now have an ATM on the premises!

From the Acting Secretary’s Desk

Due to some minor changes within the office, I have been asked to return, and in doing so I attempted to get a handle on an issue which was brought to my attention of those members not receiving emails from us. I sent out an “opt-in” email to all members we have an email for which was in the computer. This requires you to select the “link” within the email. Until you select the link, you will not receive any further emails.

I’ve also added a new link to our website (glastonburyelks.org) which provides a quick way to add yourself to our mailing list. I do apologize for any inconvenience, but due to federal laws (CAN-SPAM act) surrounding the changes, I am not able to “just send out emails” until you say it is okay for us to do so. Dennis G. Claffey, PDD Acting Secretary

BUYING ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES and MORE Do you have sports memorabilia, records, cameras, license plates,

duck decoys, toys or other items you want to sell?

Cleanouts of houses, basements, attics, garages, and sheds.

Mike 860-202-9485 Connecticut Pickers

Look for Lodge Closings, Early

Closings, or Late Openings on...

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For $125 a year, you can have advertise your business here!

The Secretary’s Office has received application on the following individual(s), and has read their names on the floor of our Lodge.

Any member knowing why any of these candidates should not be duly elected to membership should notify a member of the Inves-

tigation Committee or one of the Lodge Officers. Each will be balloted on during a regularly scheduled Lodge meeting.

Name Proposer Residence Occupation Richard M. Balbari, Jr. Don Janelle South Windsor, CT Controller Richard Edwards Michael Dudzinski Tolland, CT Landscaper Robert P. Girard Dennis G. Claffey, PDD Glastonbury, CT State Police Kyle Fisher Michael Dudzinski Portland, CT Town of Glastonbury Michael Chrzanowski Michael Dudzinski Bristol, CT Retired Robert Castillo Gerald McDonald Glastonbury, CT Carpenter Sydney Price Gerald McDonald Glastonbury, CT Teacher Robert Bernier Andrew Pulvermacher Cobalt, CT Service Engineer Pamela Bayer Kim Murphy-Francis Glastonbury, CT Real Estate Manager William Skidgell James Fantone Wethersfield, CT Retired Dennis G. Claffey, PDD Acting Secretary

Sick & Visiting If you know of any member who may not be

doing well, please contact the Lodge at (860)

633-2651 or by email:

Subject: Sick & Visiting

None at this time.

Dennis G. Claffey, PDD

Secretary

Bullet Notes

Lodge Members –

If you haven't visited the Range this

month, you are in for a surprise. The

'Cement Pad' project, a priority for us

this year has been completed. I would

like to recognize Range Committee

Member, Andy Pulvermacher. Andy

dedicated countless hours to this

project, which has been a discussion at

the Lodge for years. Andy, thank you

for the time and energy you put into getting this done.

We have also completed another 'Basic Safety Pistol

Course.' We had 11 folks attend the training. All

participants passed the practical and exam. The group was

able to tour the Lodge and meet a few of our members.

They had a great time and some have expressed interest in

joining the Lodge.

September will be a busy month as we close out the

Summer. Our next Range Committee Meeting is scheduled

for Tuesday, September 10th. We are hosting the District's

'Veterans Shoot' on Saturday, September 14th. All other

efforts are focused on the Big 3; 'Ready Up Raffle,' 'Prime

Rib Dinner' and 'Elks Day' on September 28th. Along with

several other events at our Lodge this month, we need the

support of our members to be successful.

There are several ways to contribute, which include

volunteering, donating, purchasing tickets or by simply

sharing the information with your friends and family. Please

contact us at the Range with any questions, thoughts or

concerns by phone/text at 860-593-9028 or by email to

elksrange2202@yahoo.com.

As always our Range Committee members are committed

to increasing safety measures, updating the Range and

providing opportunities for shooters at all levels.

Think Safe, Act Safe, Be Safe-

LB

Best Regards Elbert Gray

Range Committee Chairperson

For questions about Range Activities, Events, Meetings,

and Updates, please contact:

Email Elksrange2202@yahoo.com

Phone/ Text 860-593-9028

Stick Bust Attention pistol shooters!

Labor Day’s Stick Bust will be conducted on

Tuesday night. Same time...

As in the past we invite you to bring

any hand gun of any caliber and try

your hand at "Picking Off" the sticks. Just learning to shoot,

no problem we have plenty of experienced and responsible

coaches to help you along.

Come out and spend some fun time with like minded shoot-

ing enthusiasts. Hope To See You There!

Don Hoerman

Stick Bust Chair

Sunday Trap Shooting - Starts

again on September 30th!

If you have your own shotgun, bring it! If you

don't have your own one will be available for you

to borrow. Eye and ear protection are recommend-

ed, and can be purchased on site.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Open to all levels $4 per round (25 shots), starts at noon!

The range is closed on Sunday’s during Trap Shooting.

Bill Wolfe, PER

Trap Chair

September 2019 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2 3

6PM – House

Committee

7PM – Range

Committee Meeting

5:30PM – Stick Bust

4 5

6

7

8

9

5:30PM – Stick Bust

10

6PM – Candidate

Investigations

11

7PM – Lodge

Meeting / Balloting

12

13

6PM – Chicken

Parm grinder. $9 per

person. Only 70

being served

14

15 16

5:30PM – Stick Bust

17

18

MANDATORY

Lodge Officers

Meeting

19

20

21

FFA Dinner – 6PM

BBQ Chicken,

potatoes and corn.

$15 Per Person

22

8AM – Breakfast

Returns!

23

5:30PM – Stick Bust

24

25

7PM – Lodge

Meeting / DD

Official Visit-

Initiation

26

27 28

Prime Rib Dinner

hosted by the Range

– 6PM $20 per

person.

29

Trap Returns!

30

5:30PM – Stick Bust

September Birthday’s First Name Last Name DOB Kim Murphy-Francis 01 Olivia Beausoleil 02 Louis Cutillo 02 David Holmes 02 Michael Savage 02 Amy Trudelle 02 Eric Bieler 03 Jason Plourde 03 Karl Krivanec 04 John Uliano 04 Lisa Baars 05 James Masotti 05 Thomas McGuire 05 Jacob Budziszewski 06 Anthony Delucia 06 Patricia Lokiec 06 Patricia Stevens 07 Scott Kiley 08 Gianfranco Caroso 09 Steven Devanney 09 Carm Mears 09 Doreen Ryea 09 Vincent Draghi 10 Jeanne Zirolli 10 Douglas Beeghly 11 Mark Mincarelli 11 David Rutter 11 Paul Whiteley 11 Eric Dreyer 12 Edwin Vazquez 12 Robert Brautigam 13 Jason Lindland 13 Lester McArthur 13 Kim Sadlon 13 Brian Ambrogio 14 Dana Batty 14 Daniel Bendzinski 14 Thomas Clary 14 Todd Hanlon 14 John Phelan 14 James Steinberg 14 John Tyszka 14 Andrew Bednarz 15 Robert Rainha 15 Christin Machnich 18 H Boice 19 Edward Czaban 20 John Gilnack 20 Herbert Strickland Jr 20 Kelly Gallagher 21 Michael Coughlin 22 Emil Dedovic 22 Greg Haugh 22 John Wilhelm 22 Joel Apraham 23 William Wolfe 23 Brad Cofiell 24 Jason Mathiau 24 Randy Phelps 24 Jeffrey Nadeau 25 Scott Varni 25 Michael Wengzn 25 Joseph Crucitti 26 Lloyd Frauenglass 27 Donald Hoerman 28 Gary Mack 28 Charles Monzeglio 28 Charles D'Amore 29 Edward Dessureault 29 Tanesha Dickau 29 William Gray 29 Judy Thompson 29 Kurt Bogner 30 Aaron Lajoie 30 Aaron Pinto 30

House Committee Labor Day Hours

8/30 – 3PM-9PM*

8/31 – 12PM-8PM*

9/1 – 12PM-6PM*

9/2 – 12PM-6PM*

* – Depending on number of patrons at the bar.

Jory Pagliughi

House Chair

Future Farmers of America

(FFA) Glastonbury Elks Lodge, in conjunction with the FFA asso-

ciated with Glastonbury High School will be hosting a BBQ

chicken dinner with potatoes, corn on the cob, salad and

apple crisp. Event is scheduled for September 21, 2019 at

6PM. Dinner is only $15, and there will be only 40 tickets

being sold!!!

Dylan Bassette

Event Chair

Chicken Parmesan Grinder

September 13, 2019

$9.00 Per Person

Only 70 grinders will be served. Get here early if you want

one!

Jory Pagliughi

Event Chair

Glastonbury Elks

7th Annual Golf Tournament

September 9, 2019

Glastonbury

Country Club

Check in at course

9:30-11:00AM

Shot Gun start at 11:00AM

Tom Herzog Golf Tournament Chairperson

“In vain we call. They have passed into the light, which is beyond the shadow of death. The places that know them shall know them no more; but their virtues are written upon the tablets of love and memory.”

The Elk’s Ritual service is a privilege of all members. If you would like this Ritual service for your deceased Elk family member, please notify your Funeral Director or contact the Lodge to make arrangements.

Breakfast Committee

Breakfast is Back! Sept 22

Starting Sept 22 and going every two weeks through May, it’s all you can eat Breakfast. Your favorites are back, made to or-der Omelets, French toast and Pancakes. For Buffet items, we will have Eggs, Bacon, Sausage and Hash. Serving from 8 to 10:30AM Come enjoy!

Cost will be $10 per adult Kids under 10 - $5 Kids under 5 FREE

New this year will be an area set up for Donations. We are helping our friends at (Support our Soldiers) SOS Connecti-cut. They provide care packages to our service folks overseas. We will be looking for donations of canned goods, snacks and linens. More to follow on this new venture. As always we welcome volunteers and will need servers and closers. A great way to meet other Elks and get involved. No experience needed! Contact Mark Curtin @ Macur-tin@aol.com for any questions or volunteer opportunities.

Mark Curtin

Event Chair

Upcoming Events

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September 2019

2 - Labor Day* 3 - House Committee Meeting - 6PM 3 - Range Committee Meeting - 7PM 3 - Stick Bust (Moved from Labor Day)* 9 - Annual Golf Tournament 9 - Stick Bust - 5:30PM 10 - New Member Investigation - 6PM 11 - Regularly Scheduled Meeting - 7PM 13 - Chicken Parmesan - 6PM 16 - Stick Bust - 5:30PM 21 - FFA Chicken Dinner 23 - Stick Bust - 5:30PM 25 - Regularly Scheduled Meeting - 7PM 28 - Range Prime Rib Dinner 29 - Trap Sunday

October 2019

1 - House Committee Meeting - 6PM 1 - Range Committee Meeting - 7PM 6 - Sunday Trap 6 - Sunday Breakfast - 8AM 7 - Stick Bust - 5:30PM 9 - Regularly Scheduled Meeting - 7PM 13 - Sunday Trap 14 - Stick Bust - 5:30PM 20 - Sunday Trap 20 - Sunday Breakfast - 8AM 21 - Stick Bust - 5:30PM 23 - Regularly Scheduled Meeting - 7PM 27 - Sunday Trap 28 - Stick Bust - 5:30PM 31 - Happy Halloween