CLAYMONT MOOSE FAMILY CENTER

CLAYMONT LODGE #847

CLAYMONT WOMEN OF THE MOOSE CHAPTER #186

NEWSLETTER FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY 2017

5101 GOVERNOR PRINTZ BOULEVARD
WILMINGTON, DELAWARE 19809
302-764-9765
LODGE AND CHAPTER OFFICERS

Governor - Bob Cannon Senior Regent - Lorraine Cannon

Jr. Governor - Andy Zeager Junior Regent - Susan Lechette
Past Governor - Jim Sheftz Jr. Graduate Regent - Lorraine Talarico Smith
Administrator - Michael Slotwinski Recorder - Rita Anderson
Treasurer - Lee Anderson Secretary-Treasurer - Clare Leonard
Prelate - Jerry Marley
Trustee - John Fowler
Trustee - Andy Lechette
Trustee - Jason Ostroff

LODGE AND CHAPTER MEETINGS

Lodge meetings for Lodge Officers are held each month on the first and third Wednesdays at 6:30 P.M.
General meetings for all Lodge members are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30 P.M.

Chapter meetings for all co-workers are held each month on the second and fourth Mondays at 6:30 P.M.

MOOSE SOCIAL QUARTERS

Hours of Operation Food Service (Bar Menu)
Monday thru Thursday - 11:00 A.M. to Midnight Monday thru Saturday - 11:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.
Friday - 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 A.M. (Based on availability of Bar Staff)
Saturday - 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 A.M.
Sunday - 12:00 Noon to 8:00 P.M. Details of special food offerings can be found on
(Note - Bar Staff has option to close early if fewer than the Claymont Moose Family Center Updates page
4 patrons are present)

A MESSAGE FROM OUR GOVERNOR

Dear Brothers and Co-Workers:

Happy 2017 ! I hope it will be a good year for all.

 To all those who were in charge of our special events, I want to say Thank You. Kelly Clark did a wonderful
job on the childrens Christmas Party, as usual. The kids had a great time. The very next day we had the adults Christmas
Party. Thank you, Rita Anderson and her elves, for the delicious food. Linda Sandone, what a friendly, happy New Years
Eve Party. Many people stated how nice it was. Thank you and thanks to all who took part in making these parties great.

The snow blower raffle, once again, was successful. Congratulations to Beth Sellers for having the lucky winning
ticket. Beth, hope you dont need to use it much this winter.

Baily Flannigan and Meaghen Grant, escorted by Dave Grant, represented Claymont Moose at the Youth Awareness
Conference in Maryland and spoke about safe surfing. It was very informative.

Congratulations to Brian Brees, the winner of the fall pool league. Sid Trump from Claymont Lodge and
Kelly Miller from Newark Lodge will represent the Sixth District in the Karaoke competition at the Mid-Year Conference in
February. Good luck to you both.

We continue to receive many compliments on the warmth and friendliness of our Lodge. Because of this the Lodges
membership, for the first time, has over 300 members. Lets continue to be generous and friendly to our members, guests,
and visitors.

Our goal is to continue our charitable Lodge activities for Mooseheart and Moosehaven and to reach out to our
communitys needs. To all those who are participating towards our goal, Thank You !

Fraternally yours,
Bob Cannon

A MESSAGE FROM OUR SENIOR REGENT

Dear Brothers and Co-Workers:

I want to wish everyone a happy, healthy, and peaceful new year.

Our parties starting with Halloween to New Years Eve were a success. A big Thank You to all those who
participated in these events and to the volunteers who helped set up and clean up. The Chairperson for each party
did a wonderful job. I want to personally thank all those who helped to decorate the Lodge for Christmas and for
taking the decorations down. To our Brothers for climbing the ladder to get the decorations and putting them away,
your help was appreciated! When we work as a team, much can be accomplished. I want to also extend a big
Thank You to Chairman Lisa Sell who conducted the recent jewelry sale fundraiser that was so profitable for our Chapter.

We have many events coming up in the next few months. Please remove the last sheet of the Newsletter for
dates and times. You can place this sheet somewhere as a reminder. Speaking of which, a GENTLE REMINDER,
when we have events and there is a SIGN UP SHEETwhich is posted on the bulletin board or door (at the
entry to the Social Quarters)please take the time to write your name and what you will be bringing. In this
way, we will have a count plus we will know what delicious food you will be donating. It is a stressful time for the
Chairperson who has to make sure there is enough food. Thank you in advance for doing this.

How about our Friday night dinners? Is there a time when you could use your culinary skills and prepare a
dinner? Rita Anderson will answer any questions you might have. We will be there to assist you. Hopefully,
you will give it a try sometime. We hosted our first ever Happy Hour Pot Luck Dinner on a recent Friday evening
where attendees were entertained by live music. We plan to sponsor these dinners in the coming months and hope
that more members will participate in the camaraderie.

Thank you, once again, for all you do for our Lodge. Our members are what make this Lodge tick. Stay safe,
warm, and healthy. See you soon.

In Faith, Hope, and Charity,

Lorraine Cannon
 MOOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
*Transfer In Welcome Welcome
**Re-Enrolled New Lodge Members New Chapter Members
Carmen Badolato Joseph Morro Kathy Broadhurst Pat Milewicz
Jonathan Bowers David Remondi Julia Fonda Dawn Miller
Sean Cooney Sean True Yolanda Kibler Jean Mullin
Barney Fallon George Wanner Christina Mann Kathryn ODonnell
Robert Lee Joanne Marro Bridgette Remondi**
Pat Mc Carty Jen Walton
Patricia Mc Ginnis Laura Workman
Carolyn Mc Nulty** Sarra Yanacek

The following members have incurred a recent illness and/or hospitalization

Dave Bibey, Mary Jane Blosser, Wayne Brady, Jerry Dugan, Karen Faust, Tom Kistler, Ed Cartwright, Joe Galloway,
Dan Hill, Jim Hostler, John Leonard, Leonard Majeski, Jerry Marley, Laura Moore, Steve Ripa, Nick Sandone, Les Saraga,
Tom Smitty Smith, Ron Toy, Andy Zeager
We hope you are feeling better !

Our defending circle has been broken with the passing of the following member:
John Mack
Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to his family and friends

Our sympathy is also extended to the following members who incurred deaths in their families:
Cindy & Bill Aiello (Bills uncle), Rita & Lee Anderson (Lees cousin), Kathy Arrison (brother),
Kathy & Wayne Brady (Kathys uncle), Sue Clark (sister), Gary Cook (mother), Shelly Dodd (dog), Maddie & Ray Jeffrey
(Rays brother), Rosemary & Rich Kersten (Rosemarys brother), Lesa Prichard & Jason Ostroff (Lesas grandmother),
Eileen & Frank Roccia (Franks grandson), Barbara & John Slotwinski (Johns sister-in-law),
Linda & Mike Slotwinski (Mikes aunt), Angel Szewczuk (uncle), Gloria Tolenti (aunt and mother-in-law),
June & Mike Toth (Mikes nephew), Laura Workman (father)

CONGRATULATIONS

Claymont Lodge
Superior Rating for Community Service

Claymont Chapter
Successful Completion of Membership Quota for the Raise the Roof Campaign

John and Clare Leonard on the birth of their first grandchild

Note: Do you know a Moose member who is in the hospital, ill, or lost a loved one?
If so, please inform a Lodge or Chapter officer so we may acknowledge. Thanks.
 MOOSE INTERNATIONAL NEWS AND UPDATES

HEART OF THE COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Enter your High School Junior (Graduating Class of 2018) for a chance to win a $5,000 scholarship.
Applications are available at the Lodge and must be received at Moose International by June 30, 2017.
Check the Lodges bulletin board for full information and applications. Winners will be randomly selected
and will be notified by November 17, 2017.

SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION FOR ACTIVE MILITARY / FIRST RESPONDERS

Honor our community heroes with a Moose Membership
(Active Duty Military: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Active Reservist)
(First Responders: Law Enforcement, Firefighters full-time & volunteer, Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians)

From January 1 through April 30, 2017, Moose International (Claymont Lodge and Chapter) will waive
all first-year fees and dues for active military personnel and first responders. If you know someone who
is serving our country or provides first responder services for our community, now is a great time to
reach out and offer them a free membership in the Moose. It is our hope that these individuals will
learn about the great things the Moose Fraternity does for children, seniors, and communities and will
want to stay involved. Applications are available at the Lodge.

DOUBLE MOOSE REWARDS POINTS

During the period January 1 through February 28, 2017, sponsors of all new and re-enrolled
candidates into the Lodge or Chapter will earn double the points making it easier to achieve
redemption totals for those items that are meaningful for you. Take advantage of this offer
before its too late.

INTERNATIONAL MOOSE CONVENTION

The 2017 Convention will be held in Tampa, Florida, from June 29 through July 3. Complete details
can be found on the Moose International website (mooseintl.org) where you can also register and
make your hotel reservations.

JOIN THE MOOSE LEGION

This is the Degree of Service that provides opportunities for Lodge members to further accomplish
our fraternal mission of providing support to Mooseheart and Moosehaven. Please contact
Lee Anderson if you are interested in joining.you can earn Moose Rewards by joining or
sponsoring another member to join.

MOOSE MEMBER BENEFITS

Log onto the following sites to access member benefits and related information:
Moose International Website at www.mooseintl.org Password is 2014
MD-DE-DC Moose Association is www.mdmoose.org
Check out the Claymont Moose Family Center on Facebook

NEWS FROM THE MD-DE-DC MOOSE ASSOCIATION

DISTRICT MEETINGS for the Sixth District (Claymont, Elkton, Newark, New Castle) are held
on the first Tuesday of selected months. Dinner is served at 7:30 P.M. followed by the meeting.
NEXT MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 7 ELKTON LODGE
As a reminder..all Lodge and Chapter officers are required to attend these meetings..and all
members are welcome to attend. Car pool arrangements are availablecontact a Lodge officer.

MD-DE-DC MOOSE ASSOCIATION 9TH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

This years Golf Outing is scheduled on Saturday, May 20, 2017, at Jonathans Landing Golf Club
located in Magnolia, DE. The tournament is open to anyone who plays golf. Funds raised benefit the
Scholarship Program for qualifying high school students to further their education. Five $1,000
scholarships will be awarded. Individuals can also sponsor a hole, the longest drive, closest to the line
or closest to the pin for $100.or you may sponsor a cart for $50. Contact Lee Anderson if you are
interested in playing or sponsoring.

CLAYMONT MOOSE FAMILY CENTER UPDATES

THE LODGE AND CHAPTER EXTEND A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO -- NANCY STEVENS
Recently Nancy spent countless hours working hard to spruce up our kitchen which included
repainting the entire room. Everything is sparkling clean ! We really appreciate your efforts

NEW HEATER INSTALLATION COMPLETED

The Lodges new heater was recently installed.what an accomplishment! (See the photo below).
This was a major undertaking requiring a crane. We thank all of our members for your continued
patronage which helped to fund this expense.

ELECTION OF OFFICERS (New Lodge and Chapter year begins May 1, 2017 thru April 30, 2018)
Holding an office is a very important responsibility requiring personal commitment and obligation
in order to be successful. If you are interested in submitting your name for nomination of an office, be
sure to talk with a current officer to learn more about the process and duties involved. Once your name
is submitted, it will be reviewed by the Nominating Committee who may also consider and recommend
other candidates who they consider most qualified. We need capable individuals to help lead the Lodge
and Chapter--individuals who seriously want to get involved, fully understand their responsibilities, and
are willing to fulfill all of the obligations of an officer.

Sheets will soon be posted at the Lodge listing the open positions available. Heres your opportunity
to make a difference. Please note the following important dates:
LODGE CHAPTER
Nominations - March 8 March 15 Nominations - February 13 - March 13
Elections - April 12 (4-8 P.M.- if needed) Elections - March 27 (8 P.M.)
Installation - April 19 ( 7 P.M.) Installation - April 30 (4 P.M.)

CLAYMONT MOOSE FAMILY CENTER UPDATES

MEMBERSHIP COST STRUCTURE Extended Offer

A new candidate can save $10 when he joins the Lodge since a discount is being offered.
 LODGE - $60 to join - Standard Rate
- $50 to join - Current Discounted Rate
(thereafter annual dues of $40 until April 1, 2017,
when the annual dues will increase to $46)

CHAPTER - $45 to join - (thereafter annual dues - $25)

LODGE DUES INCREASE

As voted on by our general membership in the December 9, 2016, meeting, annual dues
for membership in the Claymont Lodge (male members only) will increase from $40 to $46
effective April 1, 2017. This increase is necessary to enable the Lodge to match the financial
increases implemented by Moose International.

IN-HOUSE MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN

The Claymont Lodge and Chapter will present a $10 Wawa Gift Card to any member who
sponsors 2 members into the Lodge or Chapter during the months of February-March-April-May.

ACTIVITIES NIGHT ?
Does anyone have an idea for a fun activity / game in which members can participate on
Thursday evenings? Are you interested in getting involved with conducting an activity?
If so, please talk with Mike Slotwinski so your ideas may be considered in a Lodge meeting.

Note: As previously announced, we can no longer play Bingo due to the recent rulings
by the State of Delaware.

LODGE & CHAPTER COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES (Heart of the Community Program)

Monetary donations to the following. . Brandywine Childcare and Preschool, Claymont
Community Center, Fisher House for Military Families, MD-DE-DC Home at Mooseheart,
Philabundance Mt. Pleasant High School, Sunday Breakfast Mission, Toys for Tots, and
VFW Poppy Seed Drive.

Volunteer cooking for various homeless shelters, food donations to local food pantries,
delivery of Meals on Wheels, volunteer activities at a local church as well as area nursing
homes.

If you are interested in participating in community volunteer activities on behalf of the Lodge
or Chapter, please speak with a Chapter officer for further details.
 CLAYMONT MOOSE FAMILY CENTER UPDATES (Continued)

FOOD offerings at the Lodge include: (Please contact Lee or Rita Anderson to volunteer)
HELP IS ALWAYS NEEDED

Daily Bar Menu Sandwiches/snacks - day and evening hours ( based on availability of bar staff)
Monday Evening Hot Dogs and Bowls of Chili (starts at 6:00 P.M.)
Tuesday Evening Taco Nights and Steamed Shrimp Nights (starts at 6:00 P.M.)
Wednesday Lunch Special Join Kelly for her weekly features (11:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.)
Wednesday Evening Wings cooked to order (6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.)
Thursday Evening Sandwiches (6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.) menu posted each week
Friday Night Dinners (6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.) menu posted each week
Saturday Evening Lite Fare (6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.)
Sunday afternoon pot luck Lunch (complimentary).until it is all gone

EXTENDED HAPPY HOUR - POT LUCK DINNERS will be held on select Friday evenings from
5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sign up to attend and, if you wish, bring a covered dish to share.
Tentative dates planned March 10 and April 28. Be sure to check the Friday dinner board.

HAPPY HOUR every Monday thru Friday from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.

MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC and Karaoke provided by

Just You and Me DJs on Saturday evenings from 8:00 P.M. to Midnight.

OPEN JUKE BOX every Friday night from 8:00 P.M. to Midnight ($25 limit)

SENIOR DAY (for Lodge and Chapter members age 60 and over) every Tuesday from Noon
to 3:00 P.M. Lunch discount of $1.00 off the price of any Moose menu item and social activities
(open pool, card games, etc.).

OPEN POOL TABLE Every Tuesday evening starting at 6:00 P.M.

IN-HOUSE POOL LEAGUE Starts on Monday evening, February 13. All Lodge and Chapter members
are welcome to play. Contact Andy Zeager for more details.

REMEMBER.THIS IS YOUR LODGE AND YOUR CHAPTER and together they comprise our
MOOSE FAMILY CENTER
HELP SUPPORT ACTIVITIES WITH YOUR COOPERATION AND PARTICIPATION
 CLAYMONT MOOSE CALENDAR OF EVENTS

FEBRUARY
SPECIAL VALENTINES CELEBRATION DINNER FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17
You must sign up in advance for this dinner that will include SURF AND TURF (choice of Lobster Tail
or Shrimp) along with side dishes and dessert, plus a complimentary glass of champagne. Cost is
$18/person or $35/couple. To better accommodate those dining with us, we will have two seatings
one at 6:00 P.M. and the second at 7:00 P.M. The sign-up sheet is posted at the Lodge. Musical
entertainment will be provided. We hope to see you.

MARDI GRAS PARTY SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 7:00 P.M. to MIDNIGHT

Come on down and party with us Louisiana style. The Lodge will provide some theme food and
donations from our members are welcome.please sign up in the lobby. DJ music and Karaoke will
be provided this evening. If you want to help with this event, please contact the coordinator--Lorraine
Talarico Smith.

WOTM ANNUAL HOMEMADE SOUP AND BREAD SALE SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26

Pre-ordering is required by February 19. Order forms with details will soon be available in the Lodges
Social Quarters. THANK YOU in advance for always making this one of the Chapters most profitable
fundraisers.

MARCH
ST. PATRICKS DAY PARTY SATURDAY, MARCH 18 7:00 P.M. to MIDNIGHT
Join us for an evening of celebration that will include fun, food, and DJ Music and Karaoke. Please be
sure to bring along your favorite covered dish to compliment the theme food provided by the Lodge.
Please contact the coordinators--Lorraine Cannon or Mary Jane Sheftz to help.

WOTM ST. PATRICKS DAY RAFFLE SATURDAY, MARCH 18

The raffle will include a $75 Gift Card to the Erin Pub Restaurant and other Irish goodies.
Be sure to purchase your raffle ticket in the Lodges Social Quarters ($1 each or $5 for six).
Susan Lechette is coordinating this fundraiser.

APRIL
APRIL FOOLS DAY PARTY SATURDAY, APRIL 1 7:00 P.M. to MIDNIGHT
You never know what to expect when Chairman Chantel Connolly hosts this party. As usual, theres
always food available (who knows what she has in store) and we also welcome food donations from
attendees. So come on down and join in the fun festivities with Karaoke.

CHILDRENS EASTER EGG HUNT SATURDAY, APRIL 8 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Festivities will be held at the Lodge and lunch will be served. Please register your children
(ages12 and under) to attend--signup deadline is March 31. Kelly Griggs Clark is coordinating this
event and would appreciate your help.
 CLAYMONT MOOSE CALENDAR OF EVENTS (Continued)

APRIL
EASTER COOKIE SALE WEEK OF APRIL 9 - 14
The Women of the Moose will sell plates of homemade sugar cookies for Easter. The cookies will
be on display in the Lodge and will sell for $2 per plate on a first come first served basis. They
go fast so get them as soon as you can.

WOTM ITALIAN NIGHT FRIDAY, APRIL 21 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

The Women of the Moose are making plans to host this enjoyable evening of fine dining while listening
to the sounds of Sinatra and other Italian melodies. We will offer a buffet dinner for $11/person that will
include appetizers, soup, salad, meats, assorted pasta dishes, and dessert. In order to help us with the
meal planning, we do ask that you sign up in advance (by April 14)a sign-up sheet will be posted at
the Lodge closer to the event. Please contact Rita Anderson, who is coordinating this fundraiser, if you
would like to offer your help.

MAY
KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY & MOOSE RACES SATURDAY, MAY 6 STARTS AT 5:00 P.M.
Come on down and watch your favorite horses. Enjoy complimentary food and drink specials that
will be available for purchase while you watch the race.

Later that evening, the Lodge will host an Evening at the Races.with Moose (not horse) Races!
Stop by and participate in the fun.
NOTE: There will be no Karaoke this evening.

MOOSE CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, MAY 20

Moose Golfers (male and female).mark your calendar for May 20 to play in this annual event held at
Jonathans Landing Golf Course. Contact Lee Anderson for information.

HOLIDAY BBQ BUFFET DINNER FRIDAY, MAY 26 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Start off the Memorial Holiday Weekend by joining us for a scrumptious meal that will include grilled
items, side dishes, and desserts. You will need to sign up for this dinner so we will know what to
prepare. The cost will be $9 / person. Look for a signup sheet in the lobby closer to the event.

ADVANCE NOTICE
Mark your calendar for SATURDAY, JUNE 17 when the Lodge will sponsor its sixth annual
CHICKEN BARBECUE. Details will be posted closer to the event.
 FOOD FOR THOUGHT

M-O-T-H-E-R
"M" is for the million things she gave me,
"O" means only that she's growing old,
"T" is for the tears she shed to save me,
"H" is for her heart of purest gold;
"E" is for her eyes, with love-light shining,
"R" means right, and right she'll always be,
Put them all together, they spell
"MOTHER,"
A word that means the world to me.
Howard Johnson (c. 1915)

Mother's Day Around the World

A special day in the honor of mothers, Mothers Day is celebrated in
several countries around the world though on different dates. In a large
number of countries including US, Mothers Day is celebrated on the
second Sunday in the month of May, but in many other countries Mothers
Day is celebrated in an entirely different time of the year. But whatever
may be the date of Mother's Day around the world, the spirit is the same
everywhere. Everywhere in the world mothers are respected for their
extreme devotion towards their kids. And on Mother's Day children pay
their humblest tribute to their mothers and thank them for giving them
birth and providing them with the best of care and upbringing.
 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

FEBRUARY 17 VALENTINES CELEBRATION DINNER 6:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M.

FEBRUARY 18 MARDI GRAS PARTY 7:00 P.M. to MIDNIGHT

FEBRUARY 26 WOTM ANNUAL SOUP & BREAD SALE NOON to 3:00 P.M.

MARCH 18 ST. PATRICKS DAY PARTY 7:00 P.M. to MIDNIGHT

AND WOTM RAFFLE

APRIL 1 APRIL FOOLS DAY PARTY 7:00 P.M. to MIDNIGHT

APRIL 8 CHILDRENS EASTER EGG HUNT 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.

APRIL 9-14 WOTM EASTER COOKIE SALE During Lodges Social

Quarters Hours

APRIL 21 WOTM ITALIAN NIGHT BUFFET DINNER 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

MAY 6 KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY & MOOSE RACES Party starts at 5:00 P.M
Races around 7:30 P.M.

MAY 20 MD-DE-DC MOOSE ASSOCIATION ANNUAL Check the Lodge for

GOLF TOURNAMENT details

MAY 26 HOLIDAY BBQ BUFFET DINNER 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

NOTE: KARAOKE ON MOST SATURDAY EVENINGS FROM 8:00 P.M. TO MIDNIGHT

The CLAYMONT MOOSE FAMILY CENTER NEWSLETTER is published

three times per year as follows:
June-July-August-September
October-November-December-January
February-March-April-May
If you would like to contribute to the contents of any edition, please contact:
RITA ANDERSON
EDITOR

The Newsletter is always available at the Lodge, located on Claymont Lodges Facebook
Page, and posted on the website: www.mdmoose.org

If you are aware of a member who would prefer to have a copy mailed to his/her home,
please contact Rita Anderson.
 Claymont Lodge Recipient of the 5-Star Premier Lodge Award from Moose International
for the 2015-2016 Lodge Year
Lee Anderson Claymont Lodges Lifetime Achievement Award Nominee for 2015-2016
Jim Sheftz Governor Award of Excellence
Andy Lechette Claymont Lodges Moose of the Year for 2015-2016
Jason Ostroff Recipient of Claymont Lodges Arrowhead Award for 2015-2016
John Slotwinski 25 Membership Award
Michael Slotwinski Strive for 5 Membership (3-month period)
Andy Zeager Elected President of the Sixth District for the 2016-2017 year

Claymont Chapter Recipient of the Award of Achievement from Moose International

for the 2015-2016 Chapter Year

MEMBERSHIP DRIVES AND RETENTION

As a reminder...be sure to send in your Membership Renewal Dues when you receive your
reminder from Moose International. It is very important that we continue to retain our members.
We appreciate each and every one of you! Invite a family member, friend, neighbor, or a
co-worker to stop by the Lodge and see what the Moose has to offer. Pick up a membership
application in the social quarters and extend an invitation to them to join our fraternity.

MD-DE-DC MOOSE ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN (Take Willes Money)

Willie Sampson is the newly- elected President of the Association and is sponsoring a short-term
campaign (October 1, 2016 April 30, 2017). Each person who sponsors a new member into the
Lodge will receive a check for $5. Then (November 1, 2016 April 30, 2017) sponsor
5 members into the Lodge and you will receive an Association logo shirt.

Be a student of the high school graduating class of 2018

Have a father, mother, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian who is a current member of the Moose in good
standing (not required to reside in the same household)
Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
(documented proof required)
Applicant must also have participated in In-School / Extra-Curricular activities as well as Out-of-School
activities (documented proof required)
Applicant must volunteer on behalf of a fraternal unit of the Moose (documented proof required)