Elks Mail 794 Mar 23, 2026

Week of Mar 23

Tue, Mar 24, 2026 4:30 PM - 7 PM
ER Exit Night Dinner

Join us for a special buffet dinner before Mark Schwecker's exit as our exalted ruler. Because of the number of people expected, dinner reservations are recommended. Dinner is served in the McCalla Lounge from 4:30 to 7:00 pm. Mark's exit night begins at 7:30 pm.

Reservations

Thur, Mar 26, 2026 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Karaoke

Karaoke night at the lodge is a much-anticipated event that brings together friends, families, and music lovers for an evening of entertainment and camaraderie. As night falls, the atmosphere buzzes with excitement. Our All American Menu offers a delightful array of classic dishes, from juicy burgers to savory mac and cheese, celebrating America's rich culinary traditions. To enhance your dining experience, we serve Jack Daniels specialty cocktails, like the refreshing Tennessee Honey Lemonade. As the night progresses, the stage welcomes aspiring vocalists and seasoned performers to sing their favorite tunes. The karaoke experience is fun and inclusive, with friends cheering each other on in a supportive environment. With delicious food, expertly mixed drinks, and lively karaoke, the lodge becomes a vibrant hub of laughter, music, and community spirit. Gather your friends, warm up your vocal cords, and prepare for a night of unforgettable performances and cherished memories! Dinner served from 4:30 to 8:00 PM. Karaoke from 6:30 to 9:30 PM.

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Fri, Mar 27, 2026 7 PM - 10 PM
DJ Ronnie in da House!

Back by popular demand, DJ Ronnie is here to play all your favorite tunes. Enjoy a fantastic Friday night dinner and be prepared to dance the night away.

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Sat, Mar 28, 2026 9AM - 11:30 MA
Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Breakfast

All Vietnam Veterans and spouses are welcome. Thank you for your service. We look forward to honoring you. WHAT TO EXPECT: Food (Vietnam Veterans eat free) Meet and connect with other Vietnam Veterans. A welcoming space to share stories and camaraderie. For more information Contact Mitzi Huff 714-380-9381 [email protected]

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Sat, Mar 28, 2026 6 PM - 10 PM
It’s 5 o’clock Somewhere

It's 5 o'clock somewhere, and you know what that means! What would Jimmy and Alan do? They'd head straight to the scholarship fundraiser for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, delicious appetizers, dinner, thrilling live and silent auctions, and dancing to the incredible tunes of the band Yacht-Sea. Don't miss out on the fun—come join us!

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Sun, Mar 29, 2026 1 PM - 3 PM
Line Dancing Lesson

Excited to learn line dancing? Join us for an amazing lesson with our expert instructor, Doug Houston! It's just $10 to join the fun—simply pay in the lobby and grab your wristband. Plus, enjoy delicious food and beverages available for purchase. Advanced line dancers are more than welcome! Doors open at noon. Reserve your spot now, so you don't miss out!

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Junior Elks Program
“The Antlers”

The Antlers is a junior Elks program that offers young people a chance to get involved in our communities with the Elks in the many service related projects our lodges sponsor. For information contact Paul Pelasky, PER. [email protected]

Happy Birthday Pasta Wednesday
Wed 4:30 PM - 7 PM

Enjoy a free pasta dinner on ANY Wednesday during your birth month.

If you’re a Santa Ana Elk, simply show your Elks card and your drivers license and your birthday pasta dinner’s on us! Your choice of sauces—Your choice of Wednesdays Pasta Dinner every Wednesdays from 4:30 - 8:00 PM /$15.75 includes garlic bread, salad and our popular trivia night!

Happy Birthday!!

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Powering Progress

At SCE, we’re powering progress with reliable energy that helps customers save on their bills every day. We’re building systems that safely power today's needs and push the places we live and work forward. Because a more reliable grid means more than just electricity. It means cost savings, jobs, cleaner air and a brighter Southern California..

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Date

Time

Event

Monday Mar 23

12 PM

Facebook Live

Monday Mar 23

6:15 PM - 10 PM

Monday Night BINGO
Grand Ballroom
Enter thru the Patio
$7 Dinner

Tuesday Mar 24

4:30 PM - 7 PM

Taco TUESDAY
Mexican Buffet $12.95

 menu

Tuesday Mar 24

5 PM - 6 PM

HC Committee Meeting

Tuesday Mar 24

7:30 PM - 9 PM

Come Celebrate an end to a great year!

ER Exit Night

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McCalla Lounge

Wednesday Mar 25

4:30 PM - 8 PM

Reservations

Birthday Club Pasta
Free Pasta dinner for March Birthday SA Elks

Wednesday Mar 25

4:30 PM - 8 PM

Reservations

Pasta Night
Create your own pasta menu
The McCalla Lounge

Wednesday Mar 25

6:30 PM - 9 PM

Reservations

Trivia Night
Bring a group, and test your knowledge

Thursday Mar 26

4:30 PM - 8 PM

Reservations

All American Dinner
menu

The McCalla Lounge

Thursday Mar 26

4:30 PM - 8 PM

Reservations

Karaoke

The McCalla Lounge

Friday Mar 27

4:30 PM -8 PM

Reservations

Lodge Dinner

Prix Fixe Menu
The McCalla Lounge

Friday Mar 27

7 PM -10 PM

Reservations

DJ Ronnie
in da House!

The McCalla Lounge

Saturday Mar 28

9 AM - 11:30 AM

Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Breakfast

RSVP

Saturday Mar 28

9 AM - 12 PM

Pancake Breakfast
menu

Saturday Mar 28

4:30 PM -8 PM

Reservations

Lodge Dinner
Prix Fixe Menu

The McCalla Lounge

Saturday Mar 28

6 PM - 10 PM

Reservations

It’s 5 o’clock Somewhere

The McCalla Lounge

Sunday Mar 29

9 AM - 12 PM

Sunday Breakfast Buffet

menu
The McCalla Lounge

Sunday Mar 29

1 PM - 6 PM

Pizza and Pitchers

Tue, Mar 31, 2026 4:30 PM - 7 PM
Pre-Installation Dinner

Welcome in your incoming officer corps for 2026/2027. The evening starts off with a special $12.95 buffet dinner in the McCalla Lounge before the installation.

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Sat, Apr 4, 2026 6 PM - 11 PM
Inaugural Ball

Join us in celebrating our new exalted ruler and first lady, as well as the incoming officer corps. The evening will commence with no-host cocktails at 6:00 PM, followed by the officers' march at 7:00 PM. Dinner options include filet and shrimp, sea bass, and a vegetarian selection. Enjoy dancing throughout the evening. Tickets are priced at $60, and semi-formal attire is requested.

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Sun, Apr 5, 2026 10 AM - 2:30 PM
Easter Champagne Brunch

Enjoy a delightful Champagne Brunch this Easter. The buffet features chocolate muffins, baked banana bread, cranberry bread, cinnamon rolls, a salad bar, pasta salad, a smoked salmon display, beet salad, ambrosia salad, scrambled eggs, eggs Benedict, chilaquiles & eggs with chorizo, bacon, sausage, O'Brien potatoes, baked cod, mac & cheese, rice pilaf, chili verde and vegetables. Additionally, there will be a pancake station offering traditional, banana, blueberry, and chocolate pancakes made to order, and a carving station with mango-glazed lamb, roasted turkey and prime rib! Be sure not to miss the dessert station! Each adult ticket comes with one glass of champagne, with refills available for $2 per glass. For larger groups of up to 45 guests, the private Emerald Room can be reserved for a small fee! This is a sought-after event, so be sure to get your tickets early.

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Sat, Apr 18, 2026 9 AM - 10:30 AM
Veterans Coffee Talk

Welcoming all Veterans, their spouses, and caregivers.
Light Breakfast and Beverages will be served
Santa Ana Elk’s Lodge #794

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 7 PM - 10 PM
The Mango Band

Get ready to groove to the vibrant tunes of the Mango band while savoring our delightful prix fixe menu at the McCalla Lounge! Make sure to reserve your spot for an unforgettable experience.

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Fri, May 1, 2026 6 PM - 10:30 PM
Cinco De Mayo

Join us for an unforgettable Cinco de Mayo celebration at the lodge! Enjoy the vibrant tunes of Family Style, lively mariachis, and captivating folkloric dancers. Plus, indulge in an incredible south of the border buffet that's sure to delight your taste buds! Feast on beef barbacoa, pork chili verde, al pastor chicken, red snapper vera cruz, rice & beans and tortillas. Plus churros for dessert and a late night pizza cart! Mariachis Zapopan LA performs from 6:00 to 8:00 with Family Style taking the stage from 8:00 to 10:30 pm. Once again, we are proud to have LALO Tequila as an event sponsor.

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Sun, May 10, 2026 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch

Get ready to celebrate Mom in style on her special day! Treat her to an unforgettable experience at the Santa Ana Elks Lodge with our spectacular Mother's Day brunch, featuring the enchanting harpist, Dr. Ted Nicolson. Indulge her with all her favorite delights: from deluxe cinnamon rolls, muffins, and fruit Danish to a lavish salad bar, scrambled eggs, and chorizo chilaquiles. Savor smoked salmon, oysters, shrimp ceviche, sausage, shrimp & grits, applewood bacon, breakfast potatoes, Belgian waffles, and pancakes (in traditional, blueberry, or chocolate flavors). Enjoy biscuits & gravy, carved turkey, carved roast beef, rice & beans, pork chili verde, baked Alaskan cod, and an extraordinary dessert bar! Plus, the kids will love the mac & cheese, chicken fingers, and pizza bread. Don't wait another moment—make your reservations now and give Mom the celebration she deserves!

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Fri, May 22, 2026 6 PM - 9 PM
Nancy’s Cabaret Presents
The Rat Pack

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the lodge with dinner cabaret! Nancy's Cabaret proudly presents The Rat Pack—a fabulous quartet of velvet-voiced performers who will whisk you away to the golden era of the Rat Pack and the glitz of old Las Vegas. The excitement kicks off at 6:00 with a no-host bar and delectable appetizers. At 6:45, indulge in a scrumptious dinner featuring Caesar salad, chicken Parmesan with Alfredo pasta, and broiled Parmesan tomato, topped off with cannoli and coffee. Then, let the show begin! Tickets are limited, so be sure to grab yours early and join us for a night to remember!

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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. page

  • 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

    • Monthly Coffee Meetings 9 AM - 11 AM

      • February 7, 2026

    • Veterans Standdown February 28, 2026 7 AM - 4 PM

      • Garden Grove Lodge

  • Nomads upcoming events

    • Committee meeting: the 4th Thursday of the Month

      • Social hour starts at 6 PM, meeting starts at 7:30

  • 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 March 2026 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 Elks Lodge #794

1751 S. Elk Lane, Santa Ana, CA 92705 • (714) 547-7794

Lodge Hours
Closed Monday (Bingo Night Doors open 4:30)
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