The annual Cruisin’ on Main Street Car Show is scheduled for Sunday, August 4 (rain dates are Aug. 11, Aug. 18). The show is from 10-3 and is, of course, located on downtown Main Street.

There will be a sign-up sheet posted in the lounge for all interested in helping out. Digital signup is available below.

Working this event is a lot of fun and we can always use your help – even if it’s only for a few hours. Come on out for some good food, good company, GREAT cars and some laughs.

Rain dates: Aug. 11 and 18

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Jeff Pitchell & Texas Flood! This electrifying performance is set to rock Vernon, CT, and you won't want to miss it. With a ticket limit of just 150, secure your spot early for only $25.

This event is more than just a concert; it's a fundraiser hosted by Linda Welles to support the visit of The Wall That Heals. This powerful replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, accompanied by a Mobile Education Center, will be on display from September 19-22 at Charter Oak Park in Manchester, CT.

Your attendance and support will help honor the legacy of Vietnam veterans and provide a meaningful educational experience for all visitors. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy great music while supporting a great cause!

To benefit The Wall That Heals

Come down and show your support!

Bring your own Snacks

Limited of 200 Tickets Available - $20

Tickets can be purchased in the Lounge or by calling the Lodge

Trivia Night is back!!

Friday June 14th @ 7:00 PM in the Lounge.

For further information contact Carly Magnotta 860-614-8243

For Members and Guests

Elks Lodge #1893 is hosting our annual Flag Day Ceremony

If you have flags in need of proper retirement, please drop them off at the Lodge.

GUEST SPEAKERS:

Judge Michael Darby Chief Petty Officer Michael Williams, USN (Retired)

Special Guest Speakers presenting their Americanism Essay:

Ava Fiereck – 7th Grade from St. James School

Katelin Nimo – 8th Grade from St. Bridget’s School

In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14th as Flag Day; on August 3, 1949, National Flag Day was established by an Act of Congress.

This is an ELK tradition that each and every Lodge commemorates every year since 1907.

For more information contact Peter DePaola @ 860-478-68002

All Are Welcome

Hotdogs, Pasta Salad, Baked Beans and Corn on the Cob

This will be the last Thursday Night Dinner until September

Open Jukebox from 6 to 9pm

For Members and Guests

Save the Date!

The Manchester Elks Lodge will be cooking up Chicken and RIbs with all the fixins which will be free to our veterans to show our appreciation and support.

To help us better plan, please RSVP to reserve you meal by contacting John Grinvalsky 860-305-8181 or send an email to veterans@manchesterelks.org

Let’s show our town pride with a large turn out of members!

Meet at Forest Street parking lot @ 9 am

Sign up posted in the lounge after May 1st.

BBQ chicken, potato salad, macaroni salad & corn on the cob - $12

For Members and Guests

SAFE KIDS DAY Volunteers Needed!

Date: Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024

Time: 8:45 to 12:30

Location: Annie Fisher Montessori School, 280 Plainfield Street, Hartford

Volunteer tasks will include setting up tables and chairs, staffing the Safe Kids/Elks booth (spin the wheel, etc.), helping to keep groups of kids moving from station to station, handing out snacks, and clean up. Tasks are assigned at the event.

Pizza lunch after clean up, t-shirt is included!

Attire is comfortable clothing, including your blue Manchester Elks shirt, and closed-toe shoes.  There is no rain date, so let’s hope for great weather!

Are you ready to have a great time and help the kids?

If so, sign up! Send me an email, call or text, sign up in the lounge, or use the link below

Be sure to include your shirt size!

Sign up deadline is Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Jake Jacobs, Major Projects Chair

hajajacobs@gmail.com  

860-338-3465

Experience the gripping intensity of “447 Tango Down,” a compelling play by Marine Corps veteran Walt Scadden. This powerful drama transports audiences into the harrowing world of a downed pilot, isolated and awaiting rescue. As he grapples with the uncertainty of his fate, we are given a profound glimpse into the emotional and psychological battles that unfold in moments of extreme crisis.

Join us for an unforgettable theatrical event where every ticket sold supports a noble cause. All proceeds will benefit "The Wall That Heals," a traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial exhibition coming to Manchester’s Charter Oak Park from September 19-22. This play not only offers a unique blend of suspense and deep emotion but also an opportunity to contribute to honoring our veterans.

Experience the gripping intensity of “447 Tango Down,” a compelling play by Marine Corps veteran Walt Scadden. This powerful drama transports audiences into the harrowing world of a downed pilot, isolated and awaiting rescue. As he grapples with the uncertainty of his fate, we are given a profound glimpse into the emotional and psychological battles that unfold in moments of extreme crisis.

Join us for an unforgettable theatrical event where every ticket sold supports a noble cause. All proceeds will benefit "The Wall That Heals," a traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial exhibition coming to Manchester’s Charter Oak Park from September 19-22. This play not only offers a unique blend of suspense and deep emotion but also an opportunity to contribute to honoring our veterans.

BBQ Dinner: Baby Back Ribs Full Rack - $20.00

Half Rack - $15

New York Strip Steak - $17.00

BBQ 1/2 Chicken - $13.00

Our Friday Night Dinner is now full service.

Dining Room, Lounge or take out.

Friday Dinner Desserts for sale by the Emblem Club

For Members and Guests

FREE Mimosa and entry for door price for the moms!

Juice bar • coffee station • Made to order omelets • Scrambled eggs • Western eggs • Home fries • Sausage, bacon • Sausage gravy w/biscuits • Carving ham • Corned beef hash • English muffins • Pancake station • Oatmeal • Fruit • Cheesy hash brown casserole

Adults $14.00

Kids 10 & under $6.00

For Members and Guests

Save The Date!

“Day in the Park”

It’s back again! If you have kids, be sure to bring them to this event. We will be bringing back the Hoop Shoot, Soccer Shoot, Bike Rodeo, Drug Awareness Program, including Elroy and the DAP Trailer, Americanism, and a Car Seat Clinic.

Please see the sign-up sheets in the lounge or sign up below and be a proud volunteer.

• Holly June Jacobs

Trivia Night is back!!

Friday December 10th @ 7:00 PM in the Lounge.

For further information contact Carly Magnotta 860-614-8243

For Members and Guests

Loaded Baked Potato w/ butter, sour cream, nacho cheese, jalapeño, bacon, broccoli, chili and scallions - $12

For Members and Guests

Taco Plate for $7

includes two beef tacos and a side of Spanish Rice

Single Beef Taco - $3.50 each!

Nachos - $5

$5 Margaritas!

Prime Rib - $23.00

Fish Fry - $14.00

Stuffed Pork Chop - $13.00

Chicken Parm - $14.00

Our Friday Night Dinner is now full service.

Dining Room, Lounge or take out.

Friday Dinner Desserts for sale by the Emblem Club

For Members and Guests

Every year we undergo a spring cleanup at the lodge to keep everything well maintained for the upcoming year.

Many hands make light work!

Sign up here or there is a Sign-up sheet in the Lodge

Baked Ham, Mashed Potatoes & Green Beans - $12.00

For Members and Guests

Join us as we honor the 2022-2023 Elk of the Year

Mike Suhie

6:00 Social Hour | 7:00 Dinner followed by Roast

Tickets on sale from the bartender ~ $20

For Members

Prime Rib - $23.00

Fish Fry - $14.00

Roast Turkey Dinner - $15.00

Baked Lasagna - $13.00

Our Friday Night Dinner is now full service.

Dining Room, Lounge or take out.

Friday Dinner Desserts for sale by the Emblem Club

For Members and Guests

Trivia Night is back!!

Friday April 12th @ 7:00 PM in the Lounge.

For further information contact Carly Magnotta 860-614-8243

For Members and Guests

Social 6pm to 8pm | Dinner 7pm

Committee Chairs please inform your members.

Open to all who volunteered on a Lodge committee during the 2023-2024 year.

Please see your Committee Chairperson for your ticket

Sunday afternoon of live music with The Wave Trio and a few special guests raising money for the BPOE. Bring your own food and snacks and dancing shoes,

$10 suggested donation for the Lodge and tips go to the band!

Juice bar • coffee station • Made to order omelets • Scrambled eggs • Western eggs • Home fries • Sausage, bacon • Sausage gravy w/biscuits • Carving ham • Corned beef hash • English muffins • Pancake station • Oatmeal • Fruit • Cheesy hash brown casserole

Adults $14.00

Kids 10 & under $6.00

For Members and Guests

Prime Rib - $23.00

Fish Fry - $14.00

Chicken Cordon Bleu - $13.00

Roast Beef Dinner - $14.00

Our Friday Night Dinner is now full service.

Dining Room, Lounge or take out.

Friday Dinner Desserts for sale by the Emblem Club

For Members and Guests

Elk Dues are payable on or before April 1st, 2024

Please consider an optional donation to State Major Projects, Lodge Scholarship Fund, or Elks National Foundation

11am - Social Hour

Noon - Installation of Officers

Buffet lunch to follow

RSVP by signing up in the Lounge