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April, May, June and July - 2018 No. 2-2018

OPEN MONDAY-SATURDAY at 11:00 A.M. – NOON on SUNDAY

Social room (586) 469-9686 1269.mifoe.com Fraternal Order of Eagles #1269 25455 South River Road Harrison Twp., MI 48045

Sunday Funday Football 2017-2018 Season Party.

All the proceeds collected were distributed to various charities. Thank you to

Michelle Burford and Rosalyn Whitmore and your crew for all your hard work.

Good example of people helping people.

The Wertz Warriors

have donated $9.7

million since the first

ride to Special

Olympics’. Their

mission is to bring

smiles to the faces of

those with intellectual

disabilities. Thank you,

members, for your

support.

Worthy President Gary

Whitmore and Larry King

reflect on Larry’s 37 years as a

charter member of

Wertz Warriors.

At Mt. Clemens 1269 we put our petty differences aside and working together

fundraise for worthwhile causes.

Member Larry King returned from the Special Olympics, Michigan Winter

Games with this Certificated of Appreciation. Please take the time to view in

our buffet room. The Wertz Warriors honor posthumously riders that have

passed away in the last year. Deceased member Gary Kulcuk is in this year’s

certificate. We also have member that gave their time on a support crew.

Joint Installation of Officer’s Mt. Clemens #1269

Aerie and Auxiliary

Sunday, June 3th, 2018

President’s Thoughts From the Eye of Eagle Worthy President

HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE! It is awesome to see winter’s grip on us finally pass. Our snowbirds

are returning and very soon our outdoor activities start in earnest. Mt.

Clemens 1269 continues to be an exciting place to be.

Recently we have gained approval for a new internal unit the “Junior

Order of Eagles.” The Aerie and Auxiliary have committed to

promote positive attitudes, behavior and family values with our young

Eagles. When you’re an Eagle you’re family. Let’s show them how to

build friendships, grow and prosper. I’ve suggested a return to

monthly breakfasts. After all community involvement is a cornerstone

of the F.O.E. Our functions and activities offer members the

opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others. The Eagles

have made an impact on the American way.

April 1st. we will have an Easter dinner; the Aerie is our home and

there is no place like home. Men’s pool finishes up with a tournament

and banquet on April 5th. At the leagues halfway point yours truly leads

the standings. I would surely like to finish 1st (it is on my bucket list),

nonetheless recently I’ve reflected on how much fun and fraternalism

I’ve had on that table with brothers and sisters past and present. Even

when covered, socializing with members sitting around the table the

fraternal spirit prevails. Action starts in the horseshoe pits this month

on Tuesdays and runs for 16 weeks. Check your calendar for all

upcoming functions.

April is also when we nominate our members to have the privilege of

being an officer in the Aerie or Auxiliary. Get involved! It’s a

rewarding experience. Join your officers at District 3 meetings and

Zone 1 conference. This gives us the opportunity to network and gain

insight into operations of other clubs. All members are welcome I

encourage you to attend.

May brings Auxiliary Elections May 1st with Aerie voting on May 9th

this year I will be moving to the Jr. Past Worthy President’s chair.

Thank you to all officers, committee members and members all that

have made my two years as your Worthy President an honor and

privilege. On May 29th we will once again have a Memorial Service for

those brothers and sisters that have passed in the last year.

We pride ourselves with Aerie and Auxiliary “working together to

make a difference”. A joint installation is planned in June. Midmonth

State Convention in Midland. Conventions put the “fun” in

fundraising.

In Eagledom we are dedicated to raising money for charity, 100% of

all funds raised goes to a specific cause. I will continue to raise funds

for the F.O.E. Memorial Foundation. Which provides educational and

medical coverage for a member’s children in the event of a tragic death

on the job or while serving our country.

In July the F.O.E. International Convention in Dallas, Texas. I’m

anxious to once again enjoy the fraternalism with Past Grand Aerie

and Auxiliary Presidents, it is a rewarding experience. Take advantage

of what being an Eagle is about.

I’ll close with the words I firmly memorized from our Ritual. My

Brothers and Sisters

Although the world may scoff and jest,

A life of Service is the best;

And happiness will always be

To him who serves humanity.

We may not have it all together, but together we have it all!!!!

Fraternally, Gary

Madam President’s Views Dear Sisters, thank you isn’t enough! You’ve all been so wonderful;

stepping up when needed to fill the charities with love and hope!

Our next big adventure will be the Junior Order of Eagles. We will

continue with help from our sisters and brothers to promote the values of

our God, our Country and our homes. The securities we have come to

love – which, unfortunately are sometimes taken for granted, rely on our

ability to bond with younger people and their ideas/projects. Please, if you

any ideas’ see Missy, Karen or Dawn, we can help you get them to the

organizing Board of the J.O.E.S.

Sometimes we get stuck in a rut – just giving a push with a new thought

can really make a difference! We all need help, just be gentle with the

‘pushes’.

Another subject was recently brought up to me: bullying and harassments.

Normally with a laugh and a good joke most folks can shake it off, but a

stern “no thanks” will help. Lastly, ask for clarification, please understand

we have ways to handle our differences.

Past Madam Presidents with their boundless wealth of knowledge chair the

Conciliation Committee, they are the guardians of the Auxiliary The

gentlemen in our Aerie also have committees. Our Trustees diligently

watch to make the reports necessary to keep our house in order. To help

us all, are the officers of the Auxiliary and the Aerie, who are all in Servant

Leadership Positions, approaching anyone of them should be easy!

We do what we do, only for the good of your Fraternal Order of Eagles,

so help us help you!

At the next Joint Officers meeting on May 10th at 7:00pm we will welcome

All MEMBERS to ATTEND!

Finally, aux. officer positions are up for nominations. There will be many

openings. This is your opportunity to become a “Servant Leader”, to help

steer us into the next decade. Nominations are at April 17th, 7:30pm,

meeting and initiations; this meeting will be a bit longer but necessary. The

Auxiliary will have food after the meeting and campaigning starts! Voting

will be May 1st 11am to 7:30pm.

Remember this is important, come and support. We will be creating

memories.

Thanking you in advance,

Karen McKay-Zielinski, Madam President

Michigan State Convention

June 12-16th

Valley Plaza, Midland

See Rick Jantz or Dawn Cottle

for Reservation Information

Give “FREE” Donations: Save

your Campbell’s Soup Labels and

Box Tops for Education. Also,

save empty Lay’s chip products.

This will help schools purchase

supplies and sports equipment

using your “FREE” donations.

HELP WANTED VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Call Michelle Hughes

(586) 468-6211

Mt. Clemens Eagles Dues Are Due Aerie and Auxiliary dues are payable by May 31, 2018

We are asking you to mail your dues. We have over 2,000 members and we believe this will make it easier fore everyone.

Please fill out the attached form and send with your dues so we can verify our records.

Make checks payable to F.O.E #1269 Aerie or F.O.E. #1269 Auxiliary and mail to:

Mt. Clemens Eagles, 25455 South River Road, Harrison Twp., MI 48045.

If you are sending in Aerie and Auxiliary dues together, please make separate checks. Your canceled check or copy of your

money order will be your temporary receipt. DO NOT SEND cash! You may still pay your dues at the club.

We will mail your card to you Thank you for your help

AERIE DUES: AUXILIARY DUES:

SOCIAL $40.00 NON- BENEFIT $30.00

BENEFIT $45.00 BENEFIT $30.00

DUAL $35.00 DUAL $24.00

(your member classification and local number is printed on your membership card)

Date_____________________ Local Member #____________

Phone _____________________ Amount ________________

Email _____________________________________________

Name_______________________________________________

Address______________________ City___________________

State _________________________ Zip___________________

Date____________________ Local Member #____________

Phone ____________________ Amount ________________

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Name____________________________________________

Address___________________ City___________________

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Golfers Needed ∙ Wednesday Morning League

Meeting is April 24th @ 1pm

Cost is $23.00 for 18 holes and cart.

First day to play is the 1st Wednesday after Mother’s Day

Sunday, June 17th

Steak, potatoes, veggie, salad, roll

and homemade dessert. Adults - $10.00 ……1:00pm till gone

Children 0-3 free…Children 4-10 $4.00

#1269 Dads Eat Free!

Monthly

Dinner First Friday of the Month

@ 5:00 pm

Check Aerie Bulletins for menu

Raffles to include 50/50 and

Squares

Thank you – Trustees and Crew

Photos of the New Rec Center.

REAC Casino Bus Trip, Manistee 2 days & 1 night

May 20-21, 2018 Cost: $159 check plus $8 cash includes:

3-hour lunch at Michigan Eagle Family REC Center

Overnight: Little River -$20 coins/$10 food

Tuesday, 5/21: Soaring Eagle - $20 coins / $5 food ($55 Back)

Bus leaves from the Eagles at 8:45am

Anyone can go!! First to pay go: (48 available seats)

$159 check payable to Bianco Tours plus $8 cash

Pay Char or Plods by April 10, 2018

Michigan Eagle Family Rec Center

Help support Mt Clemens sponsor a cabin!!

Dinner

Monday, April 2, 2018

Roast Beef

Ing the

Michigan

Free Fishing Weekend

Saturday and Sunday

June 9th – 10th

Come down and catch a whopper!

Bring your own pole and bait!

Auxiliary Steak Out

Every 2nd Saturday All year long

5:00 – 7:00 pm

7:30 pm Music

Bring down your family and have a delicious meal and

enjoy a great time!

“Remember

Taco Lovers”

Taco Night is the 2nd Monday

of each month.

Thanks for supporting” Taco Night”

$11.00

OVERNIGHT PARKING

You must leave your vehicle parked by the fence on

the east side of parking Lot. Two (2) night

maximum. This is especially important in the

Winter months for snow plowing. Thank you for

your cooperation - Board of Trustees.

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MT. CLEMENS FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES #1269 ∙ 25455 SOUTHRIVER RD. ∙ HARRISON TWP., MI 48045

Tuesday Night Horseshoes Meeting April 10 …6pm

Starting Date April 17 …6-8pm

Season: 17 Weeks

Players needed. if interested or need more information,

contact……………….. Mike Catanzaro (313)300-7282

Hello from the Mother of the Year!

I would like to thank everyone who has complimented me

for decorating the ladies’ restroom. I am glad to have

brought a smile to your day. If you would like to take over

the decorating please call the Auxiliary @ 586-222-2149.

Thank you,

Mary Gavin, Mother of the Year.

“SPECIAL NOTICE”

Attention: Auxiliary #1269

By-Laws - Re-Opened

Thursday, March 15th at 7:00pm

1ST Reading……………. March 20th

2nd Reading……………... April 3rd

Final Reading and Vote…April 17th

If you would like to submit a change or have any questions

please see Pam Peacock or Christine Sass

Mt. Clemens Eagles #1269

Walnut Street - 1905

STAY OFF THE GRASS Please do not park on the grass when other parking spaces are open. Thank you!

Mt. Clemens Fraternal Order of Eagles 1269

$10.00 ALL YOU CAN EAT

B.B.Q. Chicken ∙ Corn on the Cob

and all the trimmings. (NO CARY OUTS PLEASE)

Come and see what “you “and “your” Aerie have

done for the Macomb ISD kids.

Aerie 1269 “Grants 2018” will be given out.

Please come down and have some fun while

giving your club a good start in raising funds for

the children’s benefit.

Proceeds will go towards future grants.

Come and have some Fun!!

Corn Roast Saturday, August 4th

4 p.m.

The Junior Order of Eagles offers youth

the chance to learn and uphold the

principles and beliefs of The Fraternal

Order of Eagles while beginning their

philanthropic efforts at a young age. With

the guidance of sponsors, J.O.E. clubs

perform tasks within Aeries and hold

various fundraisers to benefit local causes

that affect or interest children. Ages 9-18

For more information contact the

Auxiliary @ 586 -222-2149

Coming in August!

REAC Officers

President………………. Dennis Plodzik

Vice President………… Charlotte Blind

Secretary…………. …… Lynn Krolczyk

Treasurer…………………. Judy Sawyer

Chaplin…………………Martina Dildine

Sargent at Arms……… Darlene Farrugia

Christine Sass………………….…Jr. Past Madam President

Karen McKay-Zielinski……………………Madam President

Pamela Peacock …………………………………. Vice President

Rose Santarelli……………………………………………… Chaplin

Dawn Cottle………………………………………………. Secretary

Bonnie Foronato ………………………………………. Treasurer

Janet Cooper…………………………………………. Conductress

Amy Dobberowsky…………………………………Inside Guard

Linda Gagnon………………………………………Outside Guard

Auxiliary Trustees Ann Mugridge, Bonnie Winters and Jody Adams

Mother of the Year: Mary Gavin

Sisters of the Year: Darlene Farrugia & Michelle Burford

Eagle Riders Officers

President……………… Michelle Corriveau

Vice President ……………...Ruth Basehore

Secretary…………………. Mary Corriveau

Treasurer……………………… Jeff Kropp

Chaplin….………… ….Amy Dobberowsky

Sargent at Arms …………...Martina Dildine

Dennis Plodzik…………………………………. Jr. Past President

Gary Whitmore……………………………………………. President

Mike Santarelli………….…………………………. Vice President

Bill Ziegler……….………………………………………………. Chaplin

Richard Jantz………………………………………………. Secretary

Gerry Daley.………………………………………………. Treasurer

Dan Kirby………………………………………………….... Conductor

TBA……………….……………………………………….…Inside Guard

TBA……….…………………………………………. …. Outside Guard

Aerie Trustees Chuck Hall, Joe Borowicz, Mark Bycraft,

Brian Jackman and Ray Saydak

Aerie and Auxiliary Officers 2017-2018

Aerie Nominations… …...April 25, 2018

Election Day……………... May 9, 2018

Voting is between

11am to 7:30pm

We sincerely thank those of you who have supported us in the past, and in the future. In an effort to let everyone know what events are coming up, we will be posting flyers on the board at the Aerie, on the Aerie web site, the District 3 website, the State web site for all Eagle Riders, Facebook, and in the newsletter. "I didn't know about it" is no longer an excuse for lack of participation. We will begin this year with the "Blessing of the Bikes' on Sunday, April 22nd at noon. Our very own Darlene Farrugia will be officiating. Our April 24th monthly meeting will include the nomination of officers for 2018/19. May 6th is our Annual Ride to the Adair Suckerfest...kickstands up at 10:30 A.M. SHARP. June 3rd is the bi-annual State Eagle Riders meeting at Michigan Center - 1P.M. Eagle Riders of #1269 have been chosen to host the Annual State Presidents' Charities Event for 2018. We have set aside Sunday, august 5th for this event. More info. will follow closer to this event. These are some, but not all of the events we are planning, so check out those web sites and Facebook announcements.

Sincerely, Mary Corriveau,- Secretary, #1269 Eagle Riders

R E AC T h in gs

H ope ever yon e h a d a good C h r is tm a s!

U p-com in g even t s will be post ed . Ch eck th e boa r ds an d t a b le

t ops. W e will be n om in a t in g in Apr il, Vot in g is in M a y a n d

I n st a lla t ion is J u n e. T h is yea r , is a la d y t u r n to be th e P r esiden t ,

r u n a n d vot e. P lea se.

P lea se su p por t R E AC d in n er s if you a r e a R E AC m em ber ,

t h is is h ow R E AC gives m on ey towa r d fu n ct ion s.

W ednesday, J une 13 . 2 0 18 – B u s will be goin g to S ta t e C on ven t ion

for R E AC L u n ch eon L ea se fill t h e bu st t h is yea r !! Cost a r ou n d

$ 4 0 dolla r s .

S unday, August 2 9 , 2 0 18 - D a y T r ip to F ir ekeeper s ( S ea F ood

B u ffet )

C ost $ 3 7 .0 0 ( G et $ 2 0 .0 0 S lot s an d $ 5 .0 0 for food) .

D en n is ( P lods) P lodzik

Auxiliary Nominations .......... April 17, 2018

Election Day……………....… May 1, 2018

Voting is between

11am to 7:30pm