Newsletter September 27 2026

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Good day Brothers and Sisters!

Get your Raffle Ticket in the Lounge

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C.R. Aerie 3097 is looking for a Trustee Officer.  There is a vacancy & if anyone is interested in being committed to this important position, please contact Erich Hippolt, Secretary of the Aerie 3097, at  aerie3097cr@gmail.com  or come to the next Aerie meeting on October 13 at 7:30pm.  Here is your chance to get involved in all aspects of the rules & regulations & decision making that goes on in keeping our Eagles’ Club vibrant.

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September 27, Sunday … this is the last Sunday of the month which means that there is a RECOVERED PROGRAM BIKE SALE – EAGLE’S PARKING LOT … 9 till noon.  All units are clean, inspected & tested.  

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September 28 & 30, Monday & Wednesday … Line Dancing … 10 till 11am.

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September 29, Tuesday … Joint Executive Meeting … 7pm.

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September 30, Wednesday … BURGERS & BEVERAGE …  Starts at 4pm.

No one ever gets bored eating a scrumptious, freshly made-to-order, prime beef burger!!  And where do you go to find this? … at the Eagles’ Lounge, of course.  Price changes have happened but you still get to pick your beverage, which is included.  Enjoy!!!

  • Members $13.
  • Non-members $15
  • Single burger $8.
  • Extra patty $3.

50/50 tickets are for also for sale … ten for $5.  Draw is at 6pm.  Good luck everyone.

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October 1, Thursday … Let’s go Mingo, Musical Bingo … 6 – 10pm.  Fundraiser for JOHN HOWARD SOCIETY.  $10 entry fee, $2 per card or 3 cards for $5.

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October 1, Thursday … Drop In Darts … 6:30pm … changed from Mondays to Thursdays now.  

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October 1, Thursday … Poker … 7pm.

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October 2, Friday … FRIDAY NITE MEAT DRAW … ticket sales start at 5pm.

Individual Meat Draw tickets $5.  Mega Meat Pack tickets $5.   50/50 tickets – $5 for a strip of ten.  Draws start at 6pm.

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October 2, FRIDAY NITE DINNER … starts at 5pm.

The Queen of Liver & Onions is back in the kitchen cooking up her delicious signature dish.  And as an alternative Marlene is offering Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes & Veggies.  Cost is $15 for Members & show your membership card for a free dessert.  Non-members pay $18 for dinner while the dessert is $3.  Contact the Lounge at  250-287-4990 for your reservation by Thursday so there is enough time for shopping & prepping.  

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October 3, Saturday … CRIBBAGE is back on track … 10:30am.  

There is a $10 fee & prizes are awarded to the top 3 or 4 players.  Bring a partner & come in plenty of time to register.  Contact Haidee at haideeb@shaw.ca for more info.

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SATURDAY MUSIC BAR … 4 until 7pm … in the Lounge … doors open at 2pm.

October 3 … Joey Bishop

October 10 … Ryder Bachman Band

October 17 … Larry Hanson

The weather is cooling off but the Eagles’ Lounge is heating up with a lively bunch of patrons who are here for a good time!  This is the place to be that offers friendly bar service, has a congenial crowd, great live music, a fabulous dance floor & Pub Food (if the kitchen is available).  Food order sheets are on the tables… cash only please.  50/50 tickets will be sold ($5 for a strip of ten) … draw happens at 6pm.  Come one, come all … everyone is welcome!!

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October 3, Saturday … KARAOKE … in the Lounge … 8pm.

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SUMMER LOUNGE HOURS:

Monday … 3pm – 10pm
Tuesday … 3pm – 9pm
Wednesday … 2pm – 10pm
Thursday …3pm – 10pm
Friday & Saturday … 2pm – 10pm
Sunday … 2pm – 8pm

Lounge may remain open later for scheduled Leagues.

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ARRIVE ALIVE …

DON’T DRINK & DRIVE … Transportation is available TO & FROM any event at the Eagles.   Call or text Theresa at  604-413-1538  or email her at t.toms@telus.net  to make arrangements, leaving your contact info, address & number of people in your party.  Drive home services are by cash donation.  

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AT A GLANCE …

  • Fraternal Order Of Eagles # 3097 (Official Name)
  • Building address: 1999-14th Avenue, C.R.  V9W 4J2

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HEADS UP …

Just so plans can be made in advance, the Eagle Trustees advise that the lounge be closed for the following holidays:

  • Thanksgiving, Monday October 12
  • Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24 …Close at 6pm.
  • Christmas Day, Friday, December 25
  • Boxing Day, Saturday, December 26
  • New Years Day, Friday, January 1

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EVENTS COMING UP …

October 8, Thursday … CAREMONGERING C.R. … 5 till 8pm.  An evening of food, music & community.  Dinner … choice of DEL’S BURGERS  or a  GOURMET SALAD … plus a beverage of your choice.  Live music by Luke Blu Gutherie plus a Silent Auction.  Ticket cost is $35 & are available at www.rivercitytickets.ca   For more information visit  caremongeringcr.ca

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October 15, Thursday … Let’s go Mingo, Musical Bingo … 6 – 10pm.  Fundraiser for N.I. SURVIVORS’ HEALING SOCIETY.  $10 entry fee, $2 per card or 3 cards for $5.

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October 24, Saturday … FAMILY DAY … Dinner & Dance … Doors open at 5pm, Dinner at 6pm, Dance from 7 till 10pm.  Cost $35 (for members) per family of 4, Cost $45 (for non-members) per family of 4.  Tickets available at the Eagles’ Lounge 250-287-4990  or contact Franca at  250-204-3432

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October 25, Sunday … BINGO …1pm.

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October 29, Thursday … Let’s go Mingo, Musical Bingo … 6 – 10pm.  Fundraiser for C.F. HOSPITAL FOUNDATION.  $10 entry fee, $2 per card or 3 cards for $5.

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October 31, Saturday … HALLOWEEN DANCE … Eagles Lounge … 8 till 12am. Come dressed in your favourite Halloween costume!!  $5 COVER CHARGE.  Snacks will be provided.  Music by Johnny & the Band.

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October 30 & 31, Friday & Saturday … Halloween Whodunit Burlesque Show … Girls, Girls, Ghouls …8pm … Big Hall.  Friday Nite Show $60, Saturday Nite Show $75.  Tickets available at  riderdieburlesque.com

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ON-GOING EVENTS …

RECOVERED PROGRAM BIKE SALE – EAGLE’S PARKING LOT

This happens on the ‘LAST SUNDAY of every month in the spring / summer / early fall’ from 9am until 12 noon.  Big Al is there most Wednesdays … perhaps email him to confirm the time … normal time is noon until 4pm.

Reconditioned bikes, some wheelchairs, 3 & 4 wheel scooters.

All Units are CLEAN, INSPECTED & TESTED.

For more info contact Walter at  wmmworks@telus.net

or  Big Al at  batripple@shaw.ca

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MEAT PIES … will be freshly made in September.  Orders are now being taken.  To get your name down on the list please get in touch with Marilyn at dalmar1@telus.net

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HELP NEEDED … IN THE KITCHEN …

SATURDAY AFTERNOON PUB FOOD … for cooking up Wings & Things which is very popular during the Saturday Music Bar.  Franca will train the right person in all that is required for preparing the Pub Food.  Please message her  250-204-3432  or email  f_russo@shaw.ca  

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HELP NEEDED … LAWN MAINTENANCE

In case you are planning on getting a lot more fresh air & exercise for the spring & summer months of 2027 … here is a solution.  A lawn maintenance person is needed to keep the grass looking neat & tidy in the Eagles’ yard.  The job starts in May & ends in late September.  Your abs will be looking fabulous by then.  Available for your use is a awesomely new lawn mower, a new weed eater & a vacuum blower. The job takes about 2 to 3 hours per week & it’s your choice to choose the time.  Something to ponder over the winter months.  Please contact the Manager, Christine at crfhs3097@gmail.com or phone her at 250-287-4990, if you feel like this is your calling.  No gym fees required & your body will thank you.

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REMINDERS …

AERIE MEMBERS … if you have paid your 2026 dues & are wondering where your new membership card is … check with the staff behind the Bar.  

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LADIES AUXILIARY NEW MEMBER PROPOSAL … Ladies, if you are proposing a new member to our Auxiliary, please note:

  • Your attendance at the LA meeting is mandatory when your application proposal for a new member is made.
  • Your attendance is also mandatory when the new member is initiated.
  • And it is your responsibility to contact the applicant regarding their initiation.

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YOUR PROFILE INFO … It is important to keep phone numbers & email addresses current so that members can be contacted.  Please email Marilyn at dalmar1@telus.net  to update any changes.

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AND IN CONCLUSION … Please send your news, comments, critiques to   moellerbm2@gmail.com  … Cheers, Mag.

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