CLAYMONT MOOSE FAMILY CENTER

CLAYMONT LODGE#847 CLAYMONT WOMEN OF THE MOOSE CHAPTER #186

EWSLETTER
FEBRUARY

- MARCH -

APRIL

- MAY 2014

5101 GOVERNOR PRINTZ BOULEVARD WILMINGTON, DELAWARE 19809 302-764-9765

LODGE AND CHAPTER OFFICERS

Governor Jr. Governor Past Governor Administrator Treasurer Prelate Trustee Trustee Trustee

- Andy Zeager - Jerry Marley - Timothy Speakman

Senior Regent
Junior Regent Jr. Graduate Regent Recorder Secretary-Treasurer Chaplain Guide Assistant Guide

- Michael Slotwinski
- William Donahue

- Erik Tokash - Lee Anderson

- John Fowler - Chuck Fulmer

Clare Leonard Sharon Bertrand Anne Tokash Rita Anderson Mary Jane Sheftz Chantel Connolly Kelly Griggs Karen Faust

LODGE AND CHAPTER MEETINGS

Lodge meetings are held each month on the first and third Wednesdays (Officers at 6:30 P.M. followed by the General Meeting at 7:00 P.M.). Chapter meetings are held each month on the second and fourth Mondays at 6:30 P.M.

Hours of Operation Monday thru Thursday - 11:00 A.M. to Midnight - 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 A.M. Friday - 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 A.M. Saturday - Noon to B:00 P.M. Sunday (Note - Bar Staff has option to close early if fewer than 4 patrons are present)

Food Service
Monday thru

Thursday - 11:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.

Thursday Sandwich Night

Saturday/Sunday

Friday Friday Dinner

- 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. - 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
- Continuous (Limited Menu)

A MESSAGE FROM OUR GOVERNOR

Fellow Members, Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a joyful season with their families. I know we did here at the Claymont

Moose Lodge.
Kelly Clark ran a very fun and successful children's Christmas party. Thanks to your generosity, almost 50 kids left with a full belly and presents that they specifically asked for. Then it was our turn! Rita Anderson and the Women of the Moose threw an awesome adult Christmas Party. Excellent food, holiday drink specials, fun door prizes, and DJ Woody were all in the house.
But what makes me most proud to be a Moose member is what we did as a group for our local community. Lois and Kenny Veid took it upon themselves to help one of their neighbors that had come on hard times. They helped raise hundreds of dollars in cash and gift cards, food donations, and Christmas presents for the children. That family will remember the Veids and the Claymont Moose for the rest of their lives. Also, Mike Slotwinski did the same for the daughter of a past Claymont Lodge member. She and her five children had food, presents, and pleasant holiday memories, thanks to the Claymont Moose. And, knowing our members, there are probably dozens more stories just like this of which I am not aware. Finally, I would like to thank all of our members who donated food during our food drive.

I look forward to representing the Claymont Moose during the MD-DE-DC Moose Association Mid-Year Conference coming up February 6-9 in Ocean City, MD. All are encouraged to attend and represent our lodge and chapter. Til next time. Spring cannot come fast enough. Fraternally yours, Andy Zeager

A MESSAGE FROM OUR SEru'OR REGENT

Dear Members: Happy 2014 to alll I hope everyone's holidays were great and want to wish you a Happy and Healthy New Year. A specialthanks to allwho participated in helping to make our holiday functions so wonderful. The Christmas Parade, Chiidren's Christmas Party, and Adult Members' Christmas Party were all a resounding success, thanks to your help and support. Speaking of help and support, most of you have probably seen the HELP WANTED signs posted around the Lodge. you As iead thiough this newsletter, you will see many great activities and fundraisers planned_for the coming months.... a Si. Valentine's Plrty and Soup and Bread sale in Febiuary, a St. Patrick's Party in March, a Children's Easter Party and Spring Fling Party in April, and a Kentucky Derby Party and a Theme Music Party in May, as well as several raffles. fhesj also*need-your hetp and support to make them a success. Additionally, we can always use help with our standard like Thursday night sandwiches or Friday night dinners. Whether it's preparing or serving food, selling tickets, food offerings, -up, help is welcome for ALL functions big and small. Please speak to any of our officers or bar staff, if you feel or cleaning you can lend a hand. On a final note, elections will be sneaking up on us before we know it. I ask all of you to seriously consider running for an office. Each year it becomes more and more difficult to fill all of our positions. To enable us to keep the Chapter in existence, please consider running. A sign-up sheet will be posted shortly for those interested'

ln Faith, Hope and Charity,

Clare Leonard

MOOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Welcome New Lodae Members Welcome New Chapter Members
Lorraine Cannon

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Emerson Windsor

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

Jerry Chandler, Joan Gailey, Pat Galloway, Nancy Handlin, Margaret June, Maria Kok, Dave Mclaughlin, Laura Moore, Lucy Rotan, Danielle Stevens We hope you are feeling better !

Our sympathy is extended to the following members who incurred deaths in their families: Dave Bibey and Nancy Stevens (Dave's nephew), Kelly Clark (two cousins), Bill Fivek (father), Pat and Bob Reinke (Bob's mother), Dave Winchester (two brothers), Bud and Tim an (mother), Marv Walker

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

MOOSEHEART NEWS AND UPDATES

MOOSE INTERNATIONAL continues to offer $0 Application Fee ..... for new members who join either the Loyal Order of Moose or Women of the Moose or the Moose Legion through April 30, 2014. This is an ideal time for current members to sponsor new members into our fraternity for a fraction of the cost. We encourage you to please sign up new members now!

MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN--|n addition to the various membership drives sponsored by Moose lnternational (as advertised at the Lodge)....Claymont Lodge and Chapter will continue to sponsor an in-house membership incentive during the months of February-March-April-May 2014. Any member who sponsors two new members into the Lodge or Chapter or Moose Legion will receive a $10 Wawa Gift Card. The 126th ANNUAL MOOSE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION will be held this year in Las Vegas, Nevada from June 20-24,2014.lmportant information is shared at the sessions. After hours, top-name entertainment and activities will be featured. Register in advance to gain advantage of discounts. For further details, log onto the Moose lnternational Website at i49,v,r.111-o-g-5-qril-li q{q CLASS OF 2015 R. ROBERT DALE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM--Applications are available at the Lodge and must be returned to Moose lnternational no later than June 30,2014. Requirements follow:

Be a student of the graduating High School Class of 2015 Have a father, mother, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian who is a paid-up member of the Moose Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 (C+; or higher on a 4.0 scale (if school uses other grading system, student must have a C+ or better)

Winners are randomly drawn and will be notified by November 14,2014. Each $1,000 check will be mailed directly to the colleges of the winners' choice.
Join the "MOOSE LEGION" - the Degree of Service which provides opportunities for Lodge members to further accomplish our fraternal mission of providing support to Mooseheart and Moosehaven. Contact Lee Anderson, if you are interested.

MOOSE MEMBER BENEFITS

Log onto the following sites to access member benefits and related information: M o ose n te rn at o n a I We b s ite a t g yLv1,"tl o-9-qe11!Lo ";g MD-DE-DC Moose Association is q1'94q, p"'sit. {i!l:i!: Qic
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NEWS FROM MD-DE-DC MOOSE ASSOC'A TION AND THE SIXTH DISTRICT
The MD-DE-DC State Association Annual Mid-Winter Conference will be held in Ocean City, MD, from February 6-9 at the Clarion Hotel. Representation from every Lodge and Chapter is mandatory so please consider attending, even for just one day. Reminder to Chapter members who qualify to receive their Academy of Friendship Degree-you must attend the session that is scheduled on Sunday, February 9, to receive your degree. Check the Lodge for further details.
DISTRICT MEETINGS for the Sixth District are held on the first Tuesday of every month at alternating Lodges Februarv 4 - Newark March4-NewCasfle

April

- Clavmont

Mav 6 - Elkton

Dinner is served at 7:30 P.M. followed by the meeting. Every lodge must have representation at these meetings--Lodge and Chapter officers are required to attend and all members are welcome. Car pool arrangements are available.

CLAYMONT MOOSE FAMILY CENTER UPDATES

Election of Officers-Why do we elect Lodge and Chapter officers? While the answer may seem obvious (to provide direction and leadership), it's also a legal requirement as every Lodge is incorporated in the state province in which it is located and all those jurisdictions require the election of corporate officers.
Holding an office is a very important responsibility requiring personal commitment and obligations in order to be successful. lf 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 important duties involved. Once your name is submitted, it will be reviewed by the Nominating Committee who may also consider and recommend other candidates whose names were not submitted, but 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 the responsibilities, and are willing to fulfill all of the obligations expected of an officer.

Our new Lodge/Chapter year begins on May 1. Sheets will soon be posted at the Lodge listing the open positions available. Here's your opportunity to make a difference. Please note the following important dates:
LODGE

Nominations

lnstallation

Elections - April9

-April23 (

feOruary 26 - March 12 (4-8 P.M.)

7P.M.)

- February 10 - March 10 Elections - March 4 (B P.M.) lnstallation - April2T (4 P.M.)

Nominations

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LODGE & CHAPTER COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Monetary donations to Moose Charities; donations of canned food items to local food closets; donations of food and gift cards to families in need; visits to residents of local nursing homes; complimentary use of our social hall to various community groups and for funeral luncheons; donation of Tommy Moose Bookmarks to the Claymont Library; donations of Tommy Moose (stuffed animals) to two Delaware State Police Troops and to Moose Lodge 1548 in Longmont, Colorado, and Lodge 909 in Greenly-Evans, Colorado for victims of the recent floods.

Please contact Lee or Rita Anderson to assist.

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Daily Offerings - Sandwiches/snacks during the day and evening hours (based on availability of bar staff) Monday Evening - Hot Dogs and Chili (starts at 6:00 P.M.) Tuesday Evening - Taco Night (starts at 6:00 P.M.) Wednesday Lunch Special - Join Kelly for her weekly features (stads at 11:30 A.M.) Wednesday Evening - Wings (served from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.) Thursday Evening Sandwiches (served from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.) -- menu posted each week Friday Night Dinner (served from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.) - menu posted each week Saturday Evening Soup (served from 6.00 P.M. to 8'00 P.M.) Sunday afternoon "pot luck" Lunch (complimentary)....until it is allgone

HAppy HouR every Mondav thru Fridav from 5:00 p.M. to 7:00 p.M.

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MUSIG, MUSIG. MUSIC

from 8:00 P.M. to Midniqht.... Every Saturday Provided by "Just You and Me" DJ's (featuring Karaoke) Every other Friday - Provided by "DJ Woody" who will entertain us with his selection of hits-check the dates that are posted at the Lodge.

OPEN JUKE BOX every other Friday night from 8:00 P.M. to Midnight (following dinner).

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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. Social activities (open pool, card games, etc.). PRETZELS FOR PUPS - On Sundays, the Women of the Moose will sell soft pretzels for $1 each. proceeOs will be donated to local animal shelters. Please support this community fundraiser coordinated by Karen Faust. SPORTS UPDATE

ffieaguewillstartonMondayevening,February24.Signupinthelobby,ifyouareinterested
in playing. Contact Andy Zeager for details.

CLAYMONT MOOSE CALENDAR OF EVENTS

FEBRUARY
A Valentine's Dav "Paiama" Partv (feel free to wear your lounging pajamas) is scheduled on Friday, February 14, from 7:00 P.M. to 1 1 :00 P.M. Complimentary food, games, prizes, and
DJ Woody will be featured. Food donations from attendees are always welcome--be sure to sign up at the Lodge. Coordinators for this event are Lorraine Talarico-Smith and Linda Sandonefeel free to contact them if you would like to help.

The W.O.T.M. will sponsor a Valentine's Raffle for a decorated tree made by Sue Raczkowski. Raffle tickets cost $1 each or 6 for $5. See Sue to purchase your tickets. The winner will be announced at the pafty on February 14. It's that time of year again for the W.O.T.M.'s Annual Homemade Soup and Bread Sale. Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 23, when you can stop by the Lodge to pick up your order. We do require that you pre-order by February 16. This year we will offer the following soups: Chicken Corn Chowder, Ham and Bean, ltalian Wedding, and Vegetable Beef. Breads include: Pepperoni and Cheese, lrish Soda, and new this year....Banana and Banana Nut. Details are posted at the Lodge and order forms are available at the bar. THANK YOU in advance for always making this one of the Chapter's best fund raisers.

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MARCH
The annual St. Patrick's Dav Partv will be held on Friday, March 14,from 8:00 P.M. to Midnight. Join us for an evening of celebration that will include fun, food, and DJ Woody. Please be sure to bring along your favorite covered dish to compliment the theme food provided by the Lodge. Coordinators for this event are Karen Faust and Mary Jane Sheftz--please contact them to help.

The W.O.T.M. will sponsor a St. Patrick's Raffle that will include a variety of "lrish" food, beverages, and related items. Be sure to purchase your raffle ticket for $1.00 prior to the drawing at the pa@ on March 16. Rita Anderson is coordinating this fundraiser.

APRIL
The Children's Easter Eqs Hunt is scheduled on Saturday, April 12, froml:0O P.M. to 3:00 P.M, Festivities will be held at the Lodge and lunch will be served. Please register your children (ages 12 and under) to attend--signup deadline is Saturday, March 29. Contact Kelly Clark to offer your help.
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The W.O.T.M. will sponsor an Easter Raffle. Purchase your tickets for $1 each or 6 for $5 to win either a decorated Easter tree (for adutts) or a decorated Easter tree (for children). Once again, Sue Raczkowskiwill make the trees and tickets may be purchased from Sue. The winners will be announced at the Children's Easter Egg Hunt on Safurday, April 12. Mark your calendar to attend Claymont Lodge's "Spring Fling Partv" on Friday, April 25, from 8:00 P.M. to Midnight. Planning is still undenruay but you can be assured a great time if you attend. More details will be posted at the Lodge closer to the event, but you can always count on food, fun, and music by DJ Woody. Coordinators for this function are Kelly Clark and Sue Raczkowskitalk with them about helping out. The W.O.T.M. will sponsor our annual Sprinq Raffle lhat will include an assortment of lawn and garden supplies....just in time for the planting season. Tickets will cost $1 each or 6 for $5 and the winner will be drawn on Friday, April 25, at the Spring Fling ParU. Eileen Roccia is coordinating this fundraiser.

MAY
Hold your horses ! Or better yet, come on down and watch your favorite horses. Plans are undenruay for our Kentuckv Derbv Partv on Saturday, May 3, starting at 4:00 P.M., coordinated by Rita Anderson and Patty Hudak. Enjoy complimentary food and drink specials 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! Lots of fun is in store. Come on down and pick your favorite Moose! More details will be posted at the Lodge closer to the event. NOTE: There will be no Karaoke this evening.

A "Theme Music Night" is planned on Friday, May 23, featuring music by DJ Woody from the 50's, 60's,70s,80s, 90s. Festivities begin at 8.00 P.M. Play "Name That Tune" and compete for prizes. We welcome donations of a covered dish to share with others. Also feel free to wear theme clothes from these decades. Coordinating this party is Chantel Connolly--contact Chantel to offer
your help.

ADVANCE NOTICE ....

Mark your calendar for SATIJRDAY, JIJNE 74,when the Lodge will sponsor its third annual CHICKEN BARBECUE Details will be posted closer to the event.
REMEMBER....THIS lS yOUE LODGE AND YOUR CHAPTER and together they comprise our MOOSE FAMILY CENTER'' WITH YOUR COOPERATION AND PARTIGIPATION ACTIVITIES SUPPORT HELP

lf you would like to help coordinate the Moose Family Center Newsletter, please contact Rita Anderson (Editor)

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

THINGS YOUR BURGLAR WON'T TELL YOU
1. Of course I look familiar. I was here just last week cleaning your carpets, painting your shutters, or delivering your new refrigerator. Sometimes, I carry a clipboard. Sometimes, I dress like a lawn guy and carry a rake. I do my best to never, ever

look like a crook.

2. Hey, thanks for letting me use the bathroom when I was working in your yard last week. While I was in there, I unlatched the back window to make my return a little easier. 3. Love those flowers- That tells me you have taste... and taste means there are nice things inside. By the way, those yard toys your kids leave out always make me wonder what type of gaming system they have.
4. Yes, I really do look for newspapers piled up on the driveway. And I might leave a pizzaflyer in your front door to see how long it takes you to remove it.

5. lf it snows while you're out of town, get a neighbor to create car and foot tracks into the house. Virgin drifts in the driveway
are a dead giveaway.

6. lf decorative glass is part of your front entrance, don't let your alarm company install the control pad where I can see if it's set. That makes it too easy.

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I'm not complaining, but why would you pay all that money for a fancy alarm system and leave your house without setting it?

8. A good security company alarms the windows over the sink....and the windows on the second floor, which often access the master bedroom - and your jewelry. lt's not a bad idea to put motion detectors up there too.

9. A loud TV or radio can be a better deterrent than the best alarm system. lf you're reluctant to leave your TV on while you're
out of town, you can buy a $35 device that works on a timer and simulates the flickering glow of a real television. Find it at
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I don't

lt's raining, you're fumbling with your umbrella, and you forget to lock your door - understandable. But understand this: take a day off because of bad weather.

11. I always knock first. lf you answer, I'll ask for directions somewhere or offer to clean your gutters. (Don't take me up on it.). lf you don't answer when I knock, I try the door. Occasionally, I hit the jackpot and walk right in.

cabinet. Here's a helpful hint: I almost never go into kids' rooms.

12. Do you really think I won't look in your sock drawer? I always check dresser drawers, the bedside table, and the medicine

13. You're right: I won't have enough time to break into that safe where you keep your valuables. But if it's not bolted down, l'lltake it with me.

14. The two things I hate most: loud dogs and nosy neighbors.

15. I love looking

in your windows. I'm looking for signs that you're home, and for flat screen TVs or gaming systems I'd like. I'll drive or walk through your neighborhood at night, before you close the blinds, just to pick my targets. I'll break a window to get in, even if it makes a little noise. lf your neighbor hears one loud sound, he'll stop what he's doing and wait to hear it again. lf he doesn't hear it again, he'll just go back to what he was doing. lt's human nature. To you, leaving that window open luit a crack during the day is a way to let in a little fresh air. To me, it's an invitation.

16. Avoid announcing your vacation on your Facebook page. lt's easier than you think to look up your address.
Sources:
Convicted burglars in North Carolina, Oregon, California, and Kentucky; security consultant Chris McGoey, who runs ll11if1fryluy.,q{]1Q.e-(.o,c-to!cqi!l and Richard T. Wright, a criminology professor at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, who interviewed 105 burglars for his book "Burglars on the Job."

Protection for vou and vour home: (lf you don't have a gun, here's a more humane way to wreck someone's evil plans for you) Wasp spray can shoot up to twenty feet away and the aim is a lot more accurate, while with the pepper spray, attackers have to get too close to you and could overpower you. The wasp spray temporarily blinds attackers until they get to the hospital for an antidote. Keep cans nearby at home for home protection and keep a can on your desk at work-the cans don't attract attention from people like a can of pepper spray.

PEPPER SPRAY VS. WASP SPRAY (Recommendation from the potice)