Bullhorn
Berea Elks Lodge #1815
AUGUST 2025
a message from the Exalted Ruler
Dear Elks Members,
I hope this letter finds you well. As we approach the momentous occasion of the 75th anniversary celebration of the Berea Elks Lodge #1815, I would like to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for the collective efforts each of you has contributed. The dedication demonstrated in organizing, cleaning, and preparing for this significant event is truly commendable.
It is inspiring to witness the commitment of our members who are working diligently to impress our guests and ensure that this milestone celebration is memorable for everyone involved. Our small lodge is a testament to the strength of community spirit and the bonds we share. Together, we are not only celebrating an anniversary but also affirming the values and camaraderie that make our lodge a cherished gathering place.
Thank you once again for your hard work and dedication. I eagerly look forward to celebrating this special day with all of you as we honor our lodge's rich history and exciting future.
Fraternally,
Debbie Greenhill, Exalted Ruler
Lodge Officers
Exalted Ruler - Deb Greenhill
Esteemed Leading Knight - Hans Larsen
Esteemed Loyal Knight - Dianna Threadgill
Esteemed Lecturing Knight - Pat Greenhill
Secretary - Jeff Coyle, DDGER
Treasurer - Danielle Mahany, PER
Chaplain - John Masterson
Inner Guard - Ro Pruitt-Humphreys
Tiler - Jon Elias
Esquire - Lenny Oliveri, PER
Lodge Trustees
5th Year - Rich Ward
4th Year - Kevin Maloney, PER
3rd Year - Aric Pruitt-Humphreys
2nd Year - Andy Tyler
1st Year - Dr. Mitch Rivas
UPCOMING EVENTS
August
Aug 2 - 1815 Club
Aug 5 - National Night Out - Coe Lake
Aug 13 - 75th Anniversary & GER Visitation
Aug 15-17 - OEA Fall Reunion (Lounge Closed)
Aug 20 - Lodge Meeting - Initiation, DDGER Jewels Ceremony
Aug 23 - Berea 1815 Golf Outing
Aug 27 - Board of Directors Meeting
Aug 28 - Wyoming Cowboys @ Akron Zips
Aug 30 - Jackbox Game Night
Aug 31 - DDGER Clinic Alliance Lodge #467
September
Sept 2 - Skee-ball League Begins
Sept 3 - Lodge Meeting
Sept 10 - Board of Directors Meeting
Sept 13 - Ladies Night
Sept 17 - Lodge Meeting
Sept 20 - Veterans to the Zoo
Sept 20 - 1815 Club
Sept 27 - Jeopardy Night
Fridays
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays
5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
August
Aug 2 - Chuck Laveglia
Aug 7 - Dawn Larsen
Aug 11 - George Thomas
Aug 17 - David Glauner
Aug 20 - Bob Bickford PER
Aug - 27 - Emil Rucky
Trivia Fridays at 7pm
berea elks 75th anniversary celebration
Join us for a special night on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, as we welcome fellow Elks from across Ohio including a couple of Past Grand Exalted Rulers from Ohio and the newly installed Grand Exalted Ruler.
Our very own PER Nate Moore will be preparing an amazing Puerto Rican style pork roast dinner with all the fixings. We'll welcome back Chris Donley for a night of live music all topped off with a special 11 O'Clock toast performed by all Past Exalted Rulers of Berea Elks Lodge #1815.
Dinner tickets are only $20 and can be purchased in the lounge or online at https://www.bereaelks.com/lodge-store
Deadline for ticket sales is August 8th!
Everyone in attendance will receive one of our new, limited edition 75th anniversary lodge pins.
Let's celebrate our first 75 years in style and look forward to the next 75 years as the "small but mighty" Berea Elks Lodge #1815 continues to demonstrate what it means to be Elks.
All Elks and their guests are welcome.
2025 Berea elks lodge golf outing
Berea Elks Lodge #1815 is proud to announce our 12th annual Lodge Golf Outing at Royal Crest Golf Course in Columbia Station on August 23rd, 2025. Support our Lodge and have a great time, golfers of any skillset can participate! As always, friends and guests are welcome.
Location: 23310 Royalton Rd, Columbia Station, OH 44028
Time: Saturday August 23, 2025. Registration begins at 9:45am first tee time is 10:40am
Format: Scramble with staggered tee times. Bonus games of Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin, Skins, and Powerball.
Price: $100 per golfer which includes lunch at the turn and dinner at the Lodge afterwards.
Hole Sponsorships available for $50
Any questions about the event should be directed to Bill Maloney, PER at maloney.w@sbcglobal.net.
Berea Elks in Kansas City
Berea 1815 was well represented at the Elks National Convention in Kansas City Missouri. Lodge Members Deb Greenhill, Pat Greenhill, Kevin Maloney, Rich Threadgill, Dianna Threadgill, Danielle Mahany, and Jeff Coyle were able to see Bryan Klatt be installed at the new Grand Exalted Ruler of our Order. PER Rich Threadgill was appointed to continue on the Grand Lodge Activities Committee. PER Jeff Coyle was installed as the District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler for Northeast Ohio. Next year’s National Convention will be in Chicago Illinois as we celebrate the Elks National Memorial’s 100-year anniversary.
Welcome New Members
Last month we initiated two new members Patricia Vojtus and Steven Thomas. Be sure to say hello the next time that you see them at the Lodge!
Veterans to the Zoo
Berea 1815 will be assisitng with a trip to the Akron Zoo for Veterans from the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center on Sunday September 14th. We are in need of additional volunteers for the event. More details to follow in the next Bullhorn. Please reach out to Danielle Mahany with any interest.
Lodge Skee-ball League
Attention skee-ball fans! The fall skee-ball league will start September 1st and run through November 23rd. The signup fee will be $25. Any number of people can register. A sign up sheet is available in the Lounge.
Northeast Ohio Elks Cerebral Palsy Charity Ball
Tickets are available at the Lounge. Contact Jeff Coyle for more information.
