Elks Mail 794 Feb 24, 2025

Week of February 24

Blood Drive
It's that time again, a vital moment in our community when we come together to donate blood and help save lives. Each donation has the potential to make a significant difference in the lives of those in need, whether they are undergoing surgery, battling serious illnesses, or recovering from traumatic injuries. Blood donations are crucial for hospitals and medical facilities, as they rely heavily on the generosity of donors to maintain an adequate supply for patients requiring transfusions.

As a token of appreciation for your selfless act of giving, all donors will receive a $15 gift certificate. Additionally, each Santa Ana Ellk donor will also be presented with a coupon that offers 20% off their next single meal at the lodge. This is not only a way to say thank you for your contribution but also an opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal.

Feb 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Santa Ana, 1751 S Elk Ln, Santa Ana

more info

District Veterans Stand Down

We are reaching out to the members of our lodge in search of dedicated volunteers who can assist us with the setup on Friday, February 28, as well as help during the event itself on Saturday, March 1, at the Garden Grove Elks Lodge. This event, known as the Stand Down, is a vital initiative to provide a wide array of essential services and support to our veterans and those who have served our country.

TO VOLUNTEER, CLICK HERE
For information, contact Kellie Miller at 714-865-6696.

Mar 01, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
11551 Trask Ave, Garden Grove

more info

2025 - 2026 Dues
Dues statements for the upcoming Elk Year 2025/2026 will be arriving the first week of February. Members can pay with a check by mail, at the lodge, or using the My Elks app
 Due by April 1, 2025

Volunteer for the CHEA Convention
Volunteers are sought for the upcoming CHEA (California Hawaii Elks Association) convention in Anaheim, May 7-10, 2025.

To volunteer, click HERE

Date

Time

Event

Monday Feb 24

6:15 PM - 10 PM

Monday Night BINGO
Grand Ballroom
Enter thru the Patio

Tuesday, Feb 25

4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Call for Reservations

Special menu

Tuesday Feb 25

5 PM - 6 PM

HC Meeting

Tuesday Feb 25

7:30 PM - 9 PM

Lodge Meeting
Initiation

Wednesday, Feb 26

4:30 PM - 8 PM
Call for Reservations

Pasta Night
Create your own pasta menu
The McCalla Lounge

Wednesday, Feb 26

6:30 PM - 9 PM

Trivia Night
Bring a group, and test your knowledge

Thursday, Feb 27

10 AM - 3 PM

Blood Drive
more info

Thursday, Feb 27

4:30 PM - 8 PM
Call for Reservations

All American Dinner
menu
The McCalla Lounge

Thursday Feb 27

6 PM - 10 PM

Karaoke Night
The McCalla Lounge

Thursday Feb 27

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Nomads Meeting
Social hour begins at 6

Friday Feb 28

7 PM - 10 PM

Larry Fresch Quartet
more info

Saturday Mar 1

9 AM - 12 PM
Call for Reservations

Pancake Breakfast
The McCalla Lounge

Saturday Mar 1

10 AM - 3 PM
Garden Grove

District Veterans Standdown
more info

Saturday Mar1

7 PM - 10 PM

Saturday Karaoke
more info

Sunday, Mar 2

9 AM - 12 PM

Sunday Breakfast Buffet
The McCalla Lounge

Sun Mar 9, 2025, 11 AM – 3 PM
Quartermania is back with home-based businesses bringing items for auction for 1-4 quarter bids. $25 ticket includes box lunch, bid paddle and door prize ticket. Tables of 8-10 can be reserved if paid in full. 

It’s that simple, and it’s a load of fun!! Lots of great prizes/products to bid on – and everyone is a winner because of the excitement that is all over the room! Plus, you'll be helping our veterans! What could be better? 

More Info and how to Play

Sat, Mar 15 Once again, the Southland's most acclaimed Irish band, THE FENIANS, are coming to the Santa Ana Elks Lodge to help celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Doors open at 5:15 pm and the buffet begins at 6:00 pm with up country salad, Irish soda bread, corned beef and cabbage, boiled potatoes, Jameson chicken, shepherd's pie and fried fish, plus cookies and brownies for dessert. Also offered will be a selection of Irish beers: Guinness Stout, Harp Lager and Smithwick's Red Ale plus Shillelagh shooters, Irish whiskeys and delicious ciders. Then the Fenians take the stage for an evening of Irish shenanigans and dancing! Cost is $45 per person, but we only have room for 280 in the Grand Ballroom and an additional 210 in the McCalla Lounge, so get your tickets ASAP to secure you spot for OC's best St. Paddy's Day Party! Call 714-547-7794. More Info

Sat, Mar 29 Forever Young Scholarship Fundraiser

Mark your calendars and plan to attend the SA Elks Scholarship '80s-themed Fundraising Dinner/Dance FOREVER YOUNG featuring the band '80s DAZE! Dinner, dancing, silent and live auctions, prizes, and more! Watch for more details!
Call 714-547-7794. More Info

Find your perfect fit.
Camping, football, scholarship… We have it all.
Click on over to the new Committee page, and join others in community and service.

  • Feed the Pig. Our purple pig committee has been busy fundraising for Percy. How can I help? you might ask, Well, You can set up a recurring monthly donation, just click Feed the Pig and it will take you to a page to set up a recurring donation, in any amount that you would like. Read more about it in the latest Elkhorn.

  • MNF committee, 

    • Committee Meeting: the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM

  • Veterans Committee

    • Committee meeting, the 3rd Tuesday of the Month at 6 PM

    • District Stand down Feb 28 set up March 1 Event

  • Nomads upcoming events

    • Committee meeting: the 4th Thursday of the Month at 6 PM

    • 2025 OUTINGS

      • February 6-9: Indio Elks Lodge, hosted by Tom and Tina Wyatt

      • March 28-30: Chula Vista Elks Lodge, hosted by the famous comedy team of Isabelle and Eric Kaminsky

      • April: Yucaipa Regional Park. Joyce checking on details.

      • May: Date to be determined. Vista Elks Lodge hosted by Chuck and Paula Goetz

      • May 29 to June 1: 81st Santa Maria Elks Rodeo

      • October: 57th Annual CHEMPI Rally for the Purple Pig, Golden Palms RV Resort, Hemet

  • It’s Scholarship Season. You can find out what is available here.

  • Public Relations Committee

    • Committee meeting: the 2nd Monday of the Month at noon

    • Are you interested in communication, writing, editing, graphics, photography? Then the PR committee is interested in you! If you would like to join us, send an email to [email protected] to see how you can help.

    To find out about all our Committees head over to the website, here

The February Elkhorn is out. You can read the online version here

Past issues of the Elkhorn and links to our social media pages can be found in the News section of the website.

Santa Ana Elk Lodge #794

1751 S. Elk Lane, Santa Ana, CA 92707 • (714) 547-7794

Lodge Hours
Closed Monday
Tues. - Fri., 9:00 am-6:00 pm
Saturday, 9:00 am-11:00 pm
Sunday, 9:00 am-3:00 pm

Food Service Hours
Closed Monday
Tuesday, 11:00 am-7:00 pm
Wed thru Fri. 11:00am-8:00pm
Saturday, 9:00 am-8:00 pm
Sunday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm

Lounge Hours*
Closed Monday
Tues-Th 11:00am-11:00 pm
Friday, 11:00 am-1:00 am
Saturday, 9:00 am-1:00 am
Sun, 9:00 am-3:00 pm 
*Closing hours  may vary depending on attendance