Opening Times* Mon-Tue 4:00 * Wed-Fri 3:00 * Sat-Sun 12:00

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1 M O X T I I J U Y E V E N T S January February 2015 I.oral Order oil Moose F a in i I y C «' nter I ft ftj) MOOSE TRACKS M E E T I N G S Thursdays LOOM 1st & 7:00 p.m. WOTM 2nd & 7:00 p.m. House Committee Tuesdays 2nd & 6:00 p.m. SOCIAL Q U A R T E R S Member Appreciation Every Wednesday MOOSO Food Served 5:00 p.m. Shuffleboard 7:00 p.m. Birthday Night Pot Luck/Snacks 4th 7:00 p.m. Breakfast Sundays 2nd Legion Breakfast 9:00 a.m. 3rd WOTM Breakfast 9:00 a.m. Steak Night 1st 6:00 p.m. Moose Legion Mtg. 2nd Saturday 4:00 p.m. Pool Fund Dinner 1st Saturday 5:00 p.m. WOTM Dinner 3rd 5:00 POOL Tournaments Sundays 4:00 p.m. NOTE: There may be events not listed. Please check with the lodge for additional activities. Opening Times* Mon-Tue 4:00 * Wed-Fri 3:00 * Sat-Sun 12:00 Happy New FROM THE GOVE NOR 2014 was a good year for the Lodge and its members. Much work was done on the infrastructure with good success. Some of it is visible to the eye, some not Work continues on many things. An ice machine, courtesy of Direct TV and Clay Bradfield for use in the social quarters was brought in. It's being installed by Fred Farmer in the kitchen area. The old one will go tothe concession stand Steve Williams is working on the Bathrooms in many areas. We have discovered the problem, it will be expensive to repair. Fundraising activities helped but did not fully meet the needs for all the repair and maintenance. The project list and costs are posted on the bulletin board If you are a Moos e Legionnaire this is your opportunity to help your lodge. Ifyou have ideas that can help save the lodge an expense, then please come to the meeting and lets hear them.. Thanks to Michael Dean for all his fundraising efforts last year, same to Gordon Fennel], both did an outstanding job on the Fishing Derby. My thanks toall the Board of Officers that made it happen. They showed up, did the work and helped make this a better lodge. Additional thanks to the members that stepped up toplate and helped I will announce the nomination committees in Jan. Ifyou are thinking ofrunning, please let any board member or committee member know. -Art ALABAMA MOOSEHAVEN It's that time of year again when we can if_\ see what good our money and support does. We will play golf with the residents Mk! o n Friday m o r n i n9' Friday night there will be a wine and cheese reception in the Michigan building and Sat we will have a BBQ & a Valentines Party for the residents. See Tom Gramling MOOSE LEGION The 2nd Sunday in each month is designated for the Moose Legion. Members of the Moose Legion are encouraged to come out and participate on the day in the planned events. There is a breakfast that morning and the rest of the day is open. Got some ideas? Let's hear them! Activities 2nd Sat every month 4:00 p.m. Year! FROM THE SR. REGENT Wow, A whole year has gone by! I want to thank those who have helped with parties, we could not have done it without you. The Christmas lunch we held for the group homes was wonderful. If you did not help, you missed a treat. They were so thankful for everything they got. The children's parties went off great! The kids had a lot of fun and liked what Santa brought them. Please come out and support the ladies running for sweetheart queen. We have a lot planned for this year, come out to the meetings and lend a hand. We can make a difference if we work together. Nominations for office will be announced at the Jan meeting. If you're interested in running, let an officer know. Thanks-Kim FROM THE SQ MANAGER We have many things planned for the social quarters area. Please be patient and bear with us. -Jon Monthly Special -White Zinfandel $2.00 Weekly DRINK SPECIALS 1/1-1/7 Yuengling Bottles $2:00 1/8-1/14 Limon Martini $3.00 1/15-1/21 Limon Drops $2.00 1/22-1/31 Limon Bloody Mary's $2.00 2/1-2/7 Cuba Libra $2.00 2/8-2/14 Sweetheart Shooter $2.00 2/15-2/21 Ruby Relaxer $3.00 2/22-2/28 Tequila Sunrise $2.00 WHAT'S NEW? Check cashing limit: $ per person (Exceptions to be cleared by SQ Manager or Administrator). NSF checks require a $20.00 return fee per instance. NO EXCEPTIONS! New camper rules will bring us in line with insurance and emergency response requirements. Campers will be registered with the SQM. Campers fall under the House Committee and Social Quarters. Please see SQM to register. Mon-Tue 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. *** Wednesday 3:00-8:00. *** Thursday 3:00-10:00 Friday 3:00-2:00 a.m. *** Sat 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 a.m. *** Sun 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 1869 POBox 1166 Anniston, AL Return Service Requested BULK RATE US POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 202 ANNISTON, AL A Family Fraternity Serving Calhoun County and Surrounding areas lodge 1 6G9@mcx>seunits.org chapterl 539@mooseunits.orx UPCOMING KVKNTS LOOM New Member Orientation 1/25/15 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Karaoke Contest Jan 8:00 p.m. Chance to Wirt $5000 from Moose International Alabama Moosehaven 2/13-2/15, 2015 WOTM Sweetheart Dance 2/14/15 8:00 Competition Team Dinner (Dates to be 5:00 WOTM Dinner 1/10/15 5:00 1/16/15 5:00 2/20/15 5:00 Get W e l l Soon SICKNESS & DISTRESS Judy Parks continuing treatment. Sending prayers her way. Pat Gorey Passed away. Condolences to her family. Billy Holt- In hospital. Carol Cunningham-home recovering from hip replacement surgery. Pat Graham recuperating at home from knee surgery. STEPPING OUT February 5:00-6:00 p.m. We will once again be sponsoring the annual Stepping our dinner/dance for the adults with disabilities in our community. We need volunteers to help cook, serve and clean up. Everyone looks forward to this event and the adults love coming to our lodge. Contact Sharon to help. PRIVATE POLICY If you are a member who has not paid your dues, you are not in good standing. You will be asked once to pay your dues, after that you will be asked to leave until your dues have been made current. Sec.30.4 Nonpayment of Dues Every member will be in arrears after the expiration date of his/her dues. A member in arrears shall not be entitled to any privileges of membership nor be considered a qualified guest. NO EXCEPTIONS FUNDRAISERS Sweetheart Queen The following ladies are running for sweetheart Queen: Marilyn Beck who will be raffling off a 32" flat screen T.V and Cheryl Broulette who will be raffling off a fire place. Please support their projects. The one who raises the most money by the Sweetheart Dance will be the raining queen for 2015! Relay for Life Looking for individuals willing to donate a theme basket for Relay for life. Baskets will be raffled at the event. Contact Sharon Thanks for your support. Activities subject to change. Some activities may not be listed or are added after publishing, Please call the or to get updated information.

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4 Anniston Family Center 1669 February 2015 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Marsh 2015 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa (United St! ers Mtg Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday :00pm Stepping Out dinner/dance 6:00pm Steak Night Lincoln's Birthday (United 5 7:00pm WOTM Mtg 7:00pm LOOM Officer Mtg Alabama Moosehaven Valentine's Day (United SU 4:00pm Moose Legion Mtg 8:00pm Valentine Dance United St :00pm WOTM Officers 5:00pm WOTM Dinner :00pm LOOMC Nficer Mtg 7:00pm 7:00pm WOTM 2nd Mtg 9:00pm B'day Karaoke 12/30/2014 8:59 AM

5 THE PRIVATE POLICY (For the protection of our tax free status and Constitutional Right of Privacy) "YOU ARE EITHER A MEMBER OR A GUEST!" 1. All active members of the Order shall be admitted to the social quarters of any lodge of the Loyal Order of Moose unless his or her privileges have been suspended in accordance with the laws of the Order. 2. Only the following persons may be admitted as a "qualified guest" into the social quarters or home of any lodge of the Order: a) An active lodge or chapter member's spouse. (Note -There are no limits on the number of times a spouse may be admitted as a guest.) b) An active lodge or chapter member's immediate family. (Note -there are no limits on the number of times a spouse or qualified family member under the age of 21 may be admitted as a guest, however, all other immediate family members would be limited to two visits as they now qualify as a prospective member of the person signing them into the social quarters.) c) A prospective member is defined as any guest that is accompanied by a member who can sponsor them for membership in the Order, with the exception listed in 2 (a) of this section. As permitted by the House Committee, a prospective member may be admitted subject to the following: 1. The prospective member is accompanied at all times by his or her sponsor. 2. The prospective member is properly signed in as a guest. 3. The prospective member shall not make purchases. 4. The prospective member shall leave when his or her sponsor leaves. 5. The prospective member shall be limited to two (2) visits. 3. All adult guests must be signed in the guest book and leave when the member leaves. 4. Only active members of the Order, whose active status has been verified, are permitted to make purchases. Unless prohibited by local law, the sale of refreshments to qualified minor family guests is permitted. It is the responsibility of the House Committee to ensure that all persons entering the lodge home and social quarters are either active members or qualified guests. It is recommended that the House Committee adopt a method of distinguishing members and guests to present guests from inadvertently making purchases. 5. Members shall at all times be responsible for the conduct of their guests. 6. Gentlemanly/ladylike (orderly) conduct is required of all persons in the social quarters or home at all times. 7. The Supreme Council may adopt additional rules and regulations for the operation of social quarters by Moose lodges and these rules and regulations shall be effective as provided in the written action of the Supreme Council. 8. Each member of the Order shall submit proof of membership when requested by any member of the House Committee or its authorized person.

6 9. Using the social quarters for any lodge or chapter community service activity is prohibited unless prior approval is obtained from the General Governor. The term "guests" includes non-member spouses. A member in expired status shall not enter any lodge except to pay dues. An expired member does not qualify to be admitted as a guest. Before making a purchase each day, each member should display his or her membership card. Approved applicants for membership, prior to enrollment and becoming a member shall not make purchases. The House Committees must provide key cards to all active members of the lodge and chapter, if the lodge uses such a system. The House Committee may charge a reasonable fee to recoup the costs of the key cards. Using the social quarters for any lodge or chapter community service activity is prohibited unless prior approval is obtained from the General Governor. These admission rules do not change the authority of the House Committee as provided by Sections 48.1 and 48.8 of the General Laws. Sections 28.8 and 50.3 provide information regarding suspended and expelled members, and undesirable individuals. Expelled members shall not enter any lodge or social quarters as a guest or otherwise except by dispensation of the General Governor. The House Committee is required by the laws of the Order to enforce all rules and regulations and maintain proper decorum. Indecent, profane, violent or other inappropriate conduct is absolutely prohibited. A member's social privileges in a lodge may be suspended by the House Committee of the lodge pending a hearing and final decision of the House Committee in accordance with Section The House Committee determines social quarters hours. At the hours designated for closing, all persons shall vacate the social quarters. The admission of minors is subject to compliance with all local laws and according to rules established by the House Committee. No illegal activity shall take place in the social quarters at any time. Any member other than a law enforcement officer in the line of duty possessing an unapproved firearm or other deadly weapon on lodge property shall be expelled unless the General Governor has granted an exemption. Questions concerning the Private Policy should be directed to the office of the General Governor. Phone: (630) , Fax:(630)