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JOHN P. SHERIDAN Associate Editor
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with family and friends. It is a time of celebration and appreciation for the blessings that we enjoy in a free society. It is also a time when many Elks contribute toys, blankets, clothing, and food for distribution to those in the community who are in need. Many lodges work closely with local food pantries, and some lodges invite families and indi- viduals who have very little to a special holiday dinner as guests of the lodge.
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The holiday season is also a time to bring cheer to our veterans. Members and lodge representatives are encouraged to visit our veterans in
visit our veterans in hospitals, nursing homes, and other facili- ties. Lodge members can bring cheer to local veterans by sending them holiday cards thanking them for all they have given us.
Bringing a smile to the face of a veteran or a child, or a mom or a dad who have very little and need our support, will fill your heart with holiday cheer.
Probably the greatest New Year’s resolution we can make is to rededicate ourselves to achieving or exceeding the goals that we set at the beginning of the lodge year. Thanks to our many programs, Elks make a tremendous difference in the lives of children and adults with disabilities, veterans, victims of disas- ter, and others in need in our communities throughout the year. I thank each and every member for your support of our many programs. Penny and I wish you and your families a joyous holiday season and a healthy, happy, and prosperous New Year.
Fraternally and Sincerely,
A Season of Caring and Sharing HE HOLIDAY SEASON is a special time as we gather
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The Elks Magazine, Vol. 90, No. 6, December 2011/January 2012 (ISSN 0013-6263). Published monthly, except bimonthly July/August and December/January, at 425 W. Diversey Pkwy., Chicago, IL 60614-6196 by the Elks National Memorial and Publication Commission of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America. Subscription price for Elks, $3.50 a year; for spouses of deceased Elks, $5 a year; for non-Elks, $12 a year. Single copy price, $2.
The word Elks is a registered trademark of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America, a fraternal organization.
Copyright, 2011, by the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America.
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