On Saturday, February 21, 2026 Brattleboro Lodge #1499 initiated seven new members into our order!
First row: Cindy Falvey, Nancy Derosia, Madison Finnell, Dennis Nadeau. Second row: Bob Buker, Nicholas Kramer, Exalted Ruler Jeff Dixon, Makayla Finnell.
News item submitted by Jil MacMenamin.
Rutland Lodge’s raised $2380 for Silver Towers at the Silver Towers :Ball on February 14th. Over 100 members and guests enjoyed a wonderful buffet prepared by Ryan Morse and Nick Ransom, followed by dancing with Brett Myhre. In addition, a 50/50 was held and attendees took their chances with the Roulette Wheel! Our thanks to all our volunteers!
Rutland Elks Lodge presented Veteran Andrew a WELCOME HOME KIT on February 17th. Among the items were bedding, Air Fryer, Microwave, Rug, curtains, towels, and a plethora of household essentials. Our thanks to Paul from HUD VASH Social Worker, Health Care for Homeless Veterans, Dept of Veterans Affairs for reaching out to our Lodge and for his assistance in helping Andrew with housing.
Welcome Home Kits are funded by the Elks National Veterans Service Commission
Our first kit was presented right before Christmas, with this being Rutland Lodge 345’s 2nd Welcome Home Kit. We look forward to assisting other veterans moving into housing.
News item submitted by Jackie Driscoll.
News item submitted by Jackie Driscoll.
News item submitted by Jackie Driscoll.
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L to R: Troy Revis, Jr., Laura-Lee Martin, ER-Jeff Dixon, Timothy Wessel, and Logan Zumbruski
Not Pictured: Kristopher Radder
News item submitted by Jil MacMenamin.