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Elkette’s News & ViewsHello, it’s me again. Writing articlesfor the 948 Reporter is a task being sharedamong Barbara Reker, Betty Fisk andmyself this year and since we have madethe rounds, it’s my turn.During the “Pig Roast” in June theElkettes were asked to host a dessert salealong with the festivities. Our elves keptbusy baking and serving desserts by theslice that evening. The dinner was excellentfollowed by a Talent Show and a greattime was had by all. We are very appreciativeof being allowed this opportunityand were very successful in raising fundsfor charity.July has started off with a BANG! Wecelebrated with our Annual Cake Auctionon the Fourth of July. Presented for auctionwere almost every variety you canimagine including Kahlua Rum, FudgeMarble, Pineapple in many forms, LemonCustard, Strawberry, Coconut Rum,Chocolate, German Chocolate, ApplesauceSpice and a beautiful Jell-O Flag cake. Mymouth is still watering just thinking of allthat temptation! Elkette baker elves did anoutstanding job and made us proud.Chairman Betty Fisk was delighted withall the help she got from her runners aswell as with Nivia Myers who took thecakes and displayed them around thelounge and pool. The bidding was fast andfurious thanks to our auctioneer Bob Gill.He once again has done a wonderful job asour auctioneer. Thank you Bob and Nivia.August 20, 2008 at 8 pm, our guestspeaker will be Brian Perlin, Attorney,specializing in wills, trusts, and financialservices. Brian is a dynamic speaker.It will be an interesting and informativemeeting. Ladies, feel free to inviteby Mickey Rauchyour friends to this meeting.Gail Mascari did some excellentgroundwork on a fun weekend and charityproject which the Elkettes have adopted.For a total of $120.00 per person you canjoin us on a round trip to Naples/Ft. Myers.ALL INCLUSIVE will be: bus transportation,casino visits with $5.00 gamblingmoney, Miromar Outlet Mall, dinner andshow (High School Musical), andovernight stay at Hampton Inn (doubleoccupancy). The bus will leave the 948Lodge at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, September6th and return on Sunday evening,September 7th. All Elks, Elkettes and theirguests are invited. Contact Gail Mascari at(305) 553-6814 for reservations.Darlene Farls presented the Elketteswith a project that they will be undertaking.We will be collecting all types ofused (and new) greeting cards that will besent to nursing homes and to childrenoverseas. They will be creating decoupage,other crafts, as well as re-using them forgreeting cards. You can leave them withany Elkette and they will forward them toDarlene.Florence Allen and her BazaarCommittee are busy making plans for theupcoming event. We will happily acceptany donated household items in new orexcellent condition for this charitableendeavor. Contact Florence, Betty Fisk ormyself to arrange for dropping them off.In closing, let me leave you with thisthought. We need YOU, each and everyone in order to have an enjoyable andrewarding year. PLEASE JOIN US!With Fond Regards,Mickey3ELKETTE OFFICERS2008-2009President . . . . . . . . . . . . . Barbara RekerVice President . . . . . . . . . Rita ShannonRecordingSecretary . . . . . . Rosemary CamusCorrespondingSecretary . . . . . . Rose Marie LanzaTreasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . Beatrice CastroParliamentarian . . . . . . . . . Gail MascariChaplain . . . . . . . Catherine BeauregardAUGUSTBIRTHDAYS5 Yveth Moro7 Caroline Johnson9 Helen Del Monico16 Patricia LeGault30 Dorothy DarnellWEDDINGANNIVERSARIES2 Jeanne Peltz4 Annette Schromm7 Mary Carol Ochipa10 Darlene Farls12 Mickey Rauch14 Ruth Lester19 Ann Passmore23 Kathryn Jordan23 Mickey Panebianco28 Gladys Valle30 Dorothy SchafferCalendar of EventsAugust 6August 13August 20Business meetingBingoProgram:Guest SpeakerBrian Perlin, AttorneyBirthday Night

6Miami Elk’s Lodge No. 948’s EsteemedLeading Knight Bill Henderson and, if thereexisted such a title as “Esteemed LeadingElkette”, this one a/k/a Betty Fisk wouldtruly “take the cake”!Thanks to the generosity and kind hearts of Messrs. W. Beauregard and Bob Schmidt,our photos were greatly enhanced this month. Thanks to both of you!JULY 4TH FESTIVITIESThe July 4th Party held in lateafternoon of July 4th and sponsored bythe Past Exalted Rulers was outstanding.Yes, we had the usual hot dogs;hamburgers; delicious corn on the coband sodas as usual; however we hadsomething extra special this year. Therewere those covered dish specials madeby specials and they were absolutelydelicious. Thanks to all of those whotook the time to cook their very ownspecial dish.Not only a feast unfolded but laterin the lounge area our Elkette cakeswere displayed and later auctioned offby our very own auctioneer who did aterrific job, PER Bob Gill.In other articles it will be mentionedhow much was taken in as aresult of this auction.Thank you again sincerely to allthose who made this late afternoon sucha very special event. Makes us proud tobe an American and makes us moregrateful for the bounty that we enjoyeach day.

ADVANCE NOTICEIN HONOR OF OUR VETERANS • SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 20087Dear 948 Veterans,It is time for Miami Elks Lodge 948 tohonor you, dear veteran. We are so honoredto have you among us and now wewant to show you how much we appreciateyou and all you do for others. So many ofyou take the lead in helping not only ourlodge, our business, but faithfully youdonate your precious time, your talent andyour money to help other people includingyour fellow veterans.On November 15th, we will have aspecial celebration for you. We are goingto have an electrifying night in which all ofyou will be the stars. ut I do need yourhelp. I need to know who you are andwhere you served. Please call me or emailme as soon as possible so we can talk.Believe me you will love it. You can also getin touch with Jeff Muehlfeld if you prefer.My phone number is 305-613-4165 oremail me at ncarta63@yahoo.com.I hope to hear from you soon.Nivia MyersSMALL PACKAGESIt’s been said that “good things come in small packages”. Notthis time! This one was a very good thing but it came in very largepackage that needed a crane to remove it from the truck and placeit. What was it?A new twenty-ton air conditioning unit for our kitchen area. Wethank the Trustees and all those responsible for approval for thismuch-needed equipment.For the latest Lodge info, check out www.miamielks948.org

8Every 4th Saturdayof the monthCLASSICAUTO SHOWSaturday night, August 235 to 10 PMA tremendous eveningwith something forEVERYONE.FREEAdmissionFROM THE DIRECT LINE OF NIVIA MYERSChairman, Lodge Activities“Hello to you, I just want to remind you that everyMonday night at 7:30 pm we have line dancing andevery Thursday night starting at 7:00 pm we haveBingo. Both activities are lots of fun. We are gettingso much better at our line-dancing and every week,our instructor Toni reviewsbeginners and incorporates anew dance also. Our Bingo is bringing more peopleto our lodge where we can play and get to knoweach other a little better. Food is always availableon Thursdays and onMondays, Gina makes herspecial and delicious hotdogs.Come and join us.Remember that for bothactivities, all proceeds goto our charity funds.”DON’T FORGET TOASK ABOUT OURLABOR DAYACTIVITIES!’50’s, ’60’s, ’70’s MusicFood & Beverage BoothsVIP Tours of Our LodgeFun for the whole FamilyParticipants in the Show:Any cars 1980 or Older!Any Corvettes!Our outdoor menu:Hot Dog & Chips . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50Hamburger & chips . . . . . . . . . 4.50BBQ Ribs/Chicken Combo . . . . . . . . . . 6.95In the Lounge:Sirloin Steak Special . . . . . . . 12.504th Wednesday of the MonthNext event:August 27 • 7-8:30pmWINE TASTINGPARTYFEATURING CALIFORNIA’SBOGLE VINEYARDSTickets: in advance: $15 • at door: $18ELKETTES ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS 2009 FUNDRAISEROnce again the Elkettes are selling the Entertainment books to raise funds beginningon August 7th and continuing through December 10th. The Entertainment 2009 bookcontains $1000’s in 2-for-1 and up-to-50% off discount offers from local and nationalrestaurants, hotels and resorts, entertainment venues, local retailers, and more. More than150 editions are available for other cities and may also be ordered. Purchasers of the bookcan extend their savings online and receive e-mails about new discount offers in their area.Books cost only $30, with a portion of the proceeds supporting the Elkettes projects.To order your copy, please contact Chairperson Lee Williams at 305-661-5933. To buyonline, go to www.entertainment.com/support and enter account number 85621, whenprompted, so the Elkettes will get credit for the sale.The Elkettes thank you for your past support and look forward to filling your orders. CallLee Williams at 305-661-5933 to place your order!HAPPY HOUREnjoy Happy Hour pricesuntil 7pm and an expandedmenu selection!Happy Hour4pm to 7pm • Tuesday through Friday2-for-1 Well DrinksHALF PRICE STARTERSTuesday through Thursday ONLYFriday full priceQuesadilla . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50Crab Cakes Maryland Style. . . . . . . . . . 3.00Popcorn Shrimp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00Basket of Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.50Soup of the Day, Bowl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.65Loaded Potato Skins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.75Buffalo Chicken Wings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00CONGRATULATIONS TOALL OF OUR MEMBERSWHO HAVE BIRTHDAYSTHIS MONTH.In honor of your birthday,please clip this coupon, bring itto the lodge any time duringthe month of August, 2008and redeem it for a free welldrink or domestic beer & alsoreceive a 10% discount on anymeal at the lodge.THIS OFFER MUST BE REDEEMED BY THE MEMBERWHOSE BIRTHDAY FALLS WITHIN THE MONTH SPECIFIEDON THE COUPON. ID MUST BE PRESENTED UPONREQUEST. THE DRINK AND DINNER DISCOUNT MUST BEREDEEMED ON THE SAME VISIT. NON TRANSFERABLEAND CERTIFICATE HAS NO CASH VALUE.

JOIN OUR FUN – FUN – FUNDRAISER CRUISESPONSORED BY THE FLORIDA STATE ELKS ASSN.HARRY-ANNA INVESTMENT FUND INC.7-DAY CRUISEINTO THE CARIBBEANSailing with Carnival Cruise Lines from Miami aboard Carnival Valor,departing Sunday afternoon, November 30, 2008 for 7 glorious nightsand visiting Nassau, St. Thomas and St. Maarten. We return on Sundaymorning, December 7th, 2008. This event is not restricted to Elksmembership, so invite your family, friends and co-workers to join in onthe fun.INTERIOR OCEANVIEW BALCONY$721 46* $821 46* $971 46**Per person. Includes cruise fare, port charges, taxes, fees, fuel supplement andpre-paid gratuities. Third and fourth guests: Rates from $450.46* per personIncluded:• Spacious air-conditioned staterooms• Full American breakfast each morning orcontinental breakfast in bed• Full course lunch and dinner each day• Casual dining at our Seaview Bistro• 24-hour pizzeria• Special “Captain’s Welcome Aboard CocktailParty”• Late Night Bistro• 24-hour-a-day stateroom service• Wide range of entertainment• One hour private cocktail party for all ElksGroup members. Briefings on the highlightsof the ports of call• Use of the ship as your hotel• Wide variety of shipboard activities• Complimentary deck chairs• Full gambling casino including a varietyof slots and table games• Spa Carnival SM program featuring healthy meals and exercise facility• Camp Carnival children’s program with specially trained counselorsNot included: Airfare for those flying into Miami or Fort Lauderdale.Onboard purchases of a personal nature are the responsibility of thepassenger, including but not limited to alcoholic beverages, soft drinks,shore excursions, and spa treatments.Book early for the best cabin location. This cruise is capacity controlledwith a limited number of cabins in each category. Once a categoryis sold out, you will be placed in the next higher cabin category.Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment is due before 09/16/2008.JK Cruise and TravelCocoa: 321-690-6923 • Orlando: 407-421-3719 • Fax: 321-445-6000On the web: http://www.JKCruiseandTravel.comEmail: Info@JKCruiseandTravel.com$8.50By: Marie GrimeThat’s the monthly cost of membership here atMiami Elk’s Lodge No. 948. It’s certainly worth that tobe a part of one of Florida’s finest lodges, if not thefinest.Certainly worth it for the social activities in thislodge, everything from swinging balls to Sunday breakfasts,from outdoor events to after-meeting socializingand collation.Worth more than that to know we’re supportinglocal and state children’s charities such as our children’stherapy services and youth camp.Worth it to help support local youth programs suchas scouting and sports teams, or national youth programssuch as Hoop Shoot, Soccer Shoot, and collegescholarships.Indeed, our support for the men and women whoserved our country in the armed forces are worth ameasly $8.50.And what’s in it for me? An exercise room andsauna, a stimulation pool area, courts for basketball, racquetball,and tennis; relaxing meals before lodge or committeemeetings; Friday and Saturday night dinners andlive music, Sunday breakfasts – none of which you couldbeat for the price out there in the private sector, even ifyou didn’t mind the crowds. It’s worth $8.50 to us.Our officers, lodge manager, and House Committeeare doing their best to make sure it’s worth it to you andto your friends. If you have friends who balk at renewingtheir dues, you may want to show them this article,and then extend their invitation to come on back to ourLodge 948.Whether you have time and energy to expend involunteering, or whether you just wish for a friendlyplace to meet friends, be pampered and waited on, we’rehere and we’re waiting to meet your needs.BLOOD DRIVE NEWSTheresa Beno and Angela MaltzmannOnce again, we are appealing to our members. OnTuesday, August 12th, it’s blood drive time again. Ourmission is to collect as many pints of blood as we can.We all know that after analysis, the blood is distributedas needed to the different hospitals in the community.We have many new members and we are asking youfor your help. These drives are scheduled six times ayear, from 4 to 9:00 PM the second Tuesday in everyother month. We will call to remind you on the month ofthe drive.To those who belong to our faithful group of donors:Thank you again for your selfless donations. Please tellyour friends about our work for the community. Hereare the dates for the rest of 2008:• August 12th• October 14th• December 9thHope to see you at our next drive and thankyou again.9

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APPLICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIPCANDIDATE OCCUPATION SPONSORPhilip Reckford College Professor Ed RhodesRicardo Ferradas Appliance Repairs Gus RotondiCharles Lyon Systems Manager Carmen MartinezEdward Fischer Retired Ann GoodrichJames D. Crum Retired Pilot Julio SeibelRene Guim Marketing Delbert Butcher, Jr., PERVirginia Martin Executive Robert FulcherPhyllis S. Salt Retired Secretary Angela MaltzmanCERTIFICATE OF RELEASELinda Wessner South Miami/Coral Gables #1676Welcome New MembersBonnie DiazJuan de Dios PerezJeff Garcia-BetancourtDavid KimbroughIn MemoriumWalt KutripRichard PylesAlbert RichardBetty WalshRalph HopkinsBorn: March 19, 1929Initiated into Miami Lodge #948: July 21, 1993Died: June 7, 2008Joan DembowskiBorn: January 8, 1933Initiated into Miami Lodge #948: November 18, 1998Died: June 23, 2008FOR OUR DISABLED MEMBERSIf you have a walking cane standing in a corner or hangingin the garage that is no longer being used, please considerbringing it to the lodge for our supply room. We do get calls forthis type of item that may seem unimportant; however, for someonewho needs cane assistance, it can be a precious loaner.Submitted by: Bob Schmidt, TrusteeSUNDAY IN THE TRENCHES 9 AM TO 12:30August 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Helen EverettAugust 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gina MazzoliAugust 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bud HarriganAugust 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gina MazzoliAugust 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Harry Deveaux/Mystery Guest1Bruce H. BatesLloyd M. MaciverWilliam Tuohy2Patricia A. EriceJoseph V. MairoranaManuel A. Morales3Jack W. Serig, Sr.Robert C. Stanley4Bonnie DiazIrvin FeitKatherine LevinBrenda K. PowellJack H. WalkerWilliam Wallace5Martin V. ArroyoFrank P. CareyJoseph M. MartinYveth MoroMenzo Sullivan6Enrique L. CorzoRaymond A. Haar IIDavid Lo Cicero8Elina ArtigasFrank FarrugiaChristopher HeaganJoyce LeachAlfred D. LewisFred W. Phillips9Kathy BeersStephen CahenRobert O. DuganFrancisco GouRobert PassmoreSeymour Schwartz10Terance K. EganJose S. Fernandez11Francisco Martinez12David J. Ferris Jr.Bella KellyWilliam L. MaddenThomas D. Rowland13Daniel Barsimantov14Robert De YoungRalph A. GomezWilliam E. HardyHollis VanderfordTimothy F. WrightCharles A. Yanda15Gisleno PazosMary Anne Weinstein16Ralph G. ChislettWilliam J. Medler11The members of 948 extendsincere birthday greetings to thefollowing members in August17Raymond J. LukasickRobert L. Miller18Robert J. KlebRobert L. MartinJames E. McCaffrey19Philip A. Johnson20Maria T. AvelloBradford W. BimonteDonald M. Connor21Walter CarrollHarry HollandJ. Carlton MoorcroftJohn T. PalmaRobert A. SanetzRobert G. TuftsLinda B. Wuerth22Raymond ArthurAllen G. Roscoe24Julian R. BenjaminJohn A. CourtrightMichael B. FullerJames GagasLinda A. JonesRobert L. McIntyreFred G. SchafferDonald H. Schwartz, DDGER25Alfred I. MossMario Orta-Cardenas26James W. Bowling, Jr.John J. JacksonJohn F. MurphyWilliam M. NorrisCeferino J. Ramirez27Charles W. BattistiLarry GattoJoseph R. Vendi28Alan L. MarkovitzRobert E. MartinsonStephen F. McInerneyLeonard J. Moniz29James L. Moran30Arlene M. EntressBarbara LoeRobert McKibbenMary E. Schulte31Jack S. ElmoreJohn S. JeffriesRamona Jones

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