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The Drug Awareness Program – One More Step to a Better Lodge Series – Article 8
New weekly series on State and Grand Lodge Programs.
The Antlers Program – One More Step to a Better Lodge Series – Article 7
New weekly series on State and Grand Lodge Programs.
Passing of Walter Birdsell PDD of Derby Lodge No. 571
It is our sad duty to announce the passing of Walter Birdsell PDD of Derby Lodge No. 571.
Grand Lodge Activities Committee Programs – One More Step to a Better Lodge Series – Article 6
New weekly series on State and Grand Lodge Programs.
Passing of Jerome ‘Jerry’ Coolidge PER of Derby Lodge No. 571
It is our sad duty to announce the passing of Jerome ‘Jerry’ Coolidge of Derby Lodge No. 571.
The Importance of an Impressive Ritual – One More Step to a Better Lodge Series – Article 5
New weekly series on State and Grand Lodge Programs.
Certified Ritual Judges Clinic – October 18, 2026, 2-3 pm
Join us for an upcoming Ritual Judge’s Clinic
District Deputy Clinics – One More Step to a Better Lodge Series – Article 4
New weekly series on State and Grand Lodge Programs.
CEAC June-July 2026 Newsletter
The CEAC newsletter for June-July 2026 is now available.
Most Valuable Student Scholarships – One More Step to a Better Lodge Series – Article 3
New weekly series on State and Grand Lodge Programs.
Thinking about Jim Money, PSP PDD
Rev. Fr. Christopher Ford, PGC, asks that we keep Jim Money, PSP, PDD, and his family in our thoughts.
The Dictionary Project – One More Step to a Better Lodge Series – Article 2
New weekly series on State and Grand Lodge Programs.
Passing of Alex Coriaty PDD of Willimantic Lodge No. 1311
It is our sad duty to announce the passing of Alex Coriaty PDD of Willimantic Lodge No. 1311.
Next PER Association Meeting – September 20th
The next meeting of the CEA PER Association will be held at Meriden Lodge No. 35 on Sunday, September 20th.
One More Step to a Better Lodge – Weekly Series – Article 1
New weekly series on State and Grand Lodge Programs.
State Directory 2026-2027
The 2026-2027 State Directory is now available!
Services Announced for PDD John Barry of Southing Lodge No. 1669
Services have been announced for PDD John Barry of Southington Lodge No. 1669.
Next PER Association Meeting – May 11th
The next meeting of the CEA PER Association will be held at Willimantic Lodge No. 1311 on Monday, May 11th.
CEAC March-April 2026 Newsletter
The CEAC newsletter for March-April 2026 is now available.
97th Annual Convention Installation Dinner Reservations Are Open
Reservations are now being accepted for the 97th Annual Convention Installation Dinner. Click here to read more.
Next PER Association Meeting – March 30th
The next meeting of the CEA PER Association will be held at Waterbury Lodge No. 265 on Monday, March 30th.
Coast Guard Museum update
The National US Coast Guard Museum celebrated the final construction of its steel structure.
Help Endorsed GER Candidate Timothy F. Jaeger
Help endorsed candidate for GER Timothy Jaeger
Super Plunge 2025 by the Numbers
More than $230,000 raised for Special Olympics!
CEAC November-December 2025 Newsletter
The CEAC newsletter for November-December 2025 is now available.
Next PER Association Meeting – December 11th
The next meeting of the CEA PER Association will be held at Middletown Lodge No. 771 on Thursday, December 11th.
Connecticut State Soccer Shoot Results
Results from the 2025 Connecticut State Soccer Shoot.
CEA Presents $50,000 to National Coast Guard Museum Association
CEA Presents $50,000 to the National Coast Guard Museum and receives update from CAPT Wes Pulver (USCG, ret)
Passing of Dawn Stender, wife of CEA President Phil Stender
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dawn Stender, wife of Connecticut Elks Association President Phil Stender PDD.
Passing of James P. Patchell Jr., PDD of Milford Lodge #1589
Passing of James P. Patchell Jr., PDD of Milford Lodge #1589
Connecticut champions of 11 o’clock and Flag Salute Contest to compete at Grand Lodge!
Congratulations to Danielson’s Carl Sherman and Manchester’s Holly June Jacobs who will compete at Grand Lodge!
About Our Flag Challenge 2025-2026
The About Our Flag Challenge is now available. Get your Lodge Officers and Members to participate today!
National Coast Guard Museum Association Recognizes Contributions of the Connecticut Elks Association
CEA pledged to donate $250k over 5 years to support the construction of the National Coast Guard Museum in Connecticut.
Willimantic No. 1311 Starts Antlers Program
On April 6, 2025 Willimantic Lodge #1311 initiated 24 Charter members for the start of their Antlers Program.
Americanism Essay Contest Winners For 2024-2025
Each year the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks nationally through their Americanism Committees hold an Essay contest for 5th – 8th grade students.
New England Regional Hoop Shoot Results – Putnam Lodge contestant is going to Nationals!
Team Connecticut had an outstanding performance at the New England Regional Hoop Shoot held on Saturday, March 8 in South Portland, Maine.
CT State Hoop Shoot Contest Results 24-25
The CT State Hoop Shoot Contest was held on January 18, 2025, at the Mahoney Recreation Center in Manchester, CT, followed by an awards luncheon at the Manchester Elks Lodge.
Special Olympics 24 Hour Super Plunge
Special Olympics Super Plunge
2025 Area 1 Soccer Shoot Results
Results from the 2024 Connecticut State Soccer Shoot competition held on October 13th.
Special Olympics Committee Update From Mel Rivera, PER
The CEA is all in on the Special Olympics! Click to read more…
2024 State Soccer Shoot Results
Results from the 2024 Connecticut State Soccer Shoot competition held on October 13th.
CT Elks Go Over the Edge for Special Olympics
CT Elks go Over the Edge for Special Olympics
Meet GER Douglas A. Schiefer
Meet our Grand Exalted Ruler Douglas A. Schiefer…
Connecticut ‘Top 5’ In Fastest Growing State Associations
Check out how Connecticut ranked in the country this year!
2024 Elks National Foundation Scholarship Contest Results
We are pleased to announce the results of the 2024 Elks National Foundation Scholarship Contest.
Hoop Shoot Program Update
Chicago, IL over the weekend of April 18-21 was the place to be for the final competition of the 2023-2024 Hoop Shoot program.
ENF Grants Open April 1st – Be Ready!
Grants open April 1st. Is your lodge ready to take full advantage of this year’s Community Improvement Grants?
Team Connecticut At The New England Regional Hoop Shoot
Team Connecticut competed in the New England Regional Hoop Shoot on March 9th in South Portland, Maine.
2024 Enrique Camarena Award Recipient
Rocky Hill PD Sergeant Jeffrey Foss-Rugan Named 2024 Enrique Camarena Award Recipient at the Connecticut Elks Association Charities Level and Grand Lodge Drug Awareness Commission Level.
11 o’clock Toast & Flag Salute Contest 2024
This year’s 11 o’clock Toast and Flag Salute contest will be held on Sunday April 21st. Click for more details.
Area 1 Soccer Shoot Photos
Check out photographs from the Area 1 Soccer Shoot.
Willimantic Veteran Honored
On November 4, 2023, Willimantic Lodge held their annual veteran’s luncheon. During this lunch, Giochino “Jack” Carchidi who is 101 years old and a World War II veteran received his Quilt of Valor. The Quilt of Valor was established when a mother made a quilt for...
Fentanyl Continues to be Top Killer
Fentanyl continues to be the top killer. Only 2mg, the tip of a pencil point, is deadly.
Nominate a Law Enforcement Officer for the Enrique Camarena Award for Drug Prevention by November 30th
The Enrique Camarena Award recognizes law enforcement officers who are positive role models…
Super Plunge Set for November 18th – Benefits Special Olympics
Twenty-Four Hour Super Plunge Set for November 18th.
Meeting with CT Veterans Affairs Commissioner Ron Welch
By CEAC Veterans Committee Chairman Gerry Gallo PER On Monday, August 8, I along with NW District Veterans District Chair Stuart Topliff, Jamie and Peter DePaola, members of Manchester Lodge, sat down with the newly appointed Commissioner of the CT Department of...
Connecticut has a great showing at the 11 o’clock and Flag Salute Contest
Congratulations to Danielson’s own Bobby Brown, winner of the Connecticut Ritual Contest for 11 o’clock toast and flag salute.
Stand Down 2022 Report – 660 Jackets Provided to Veterans
Stand Down 2022 provides 660 jackets to veterans in need. Read more…
Soccer Shoot 2022 Results
Soccer Shoot winners at the District and State levels have been announced for 2022!
Ritualistic Practice Recordings Used Across the Nation to Help Officers Prepare for the Initiation Ritual
Has your lodge downloaded and used these professionally recordings to improve your ritual?
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Elks Meeting the Challenge in December Chicago, IL –Local Elks Lodges from every state nationwide, as well as Guam, Puerto Rico, the Philippines, and the Panama Canal Zone, will be busy helping our communities this holiday season. Thousands of financially struggling...
Passing of Ron Campbell PDD, Exalted Ruler of Enfield Lodge
It is with extreme sadness that we inform you of the passing of an extraordinary gentleman, brother, friend, and colleague, Ronald L. Campbell PDD, Exalted Ruler, who passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021, at Johnson Memorial Hospital. He was 82. Ronnie,...
Soccer Shoot 2019 Results
Soccer Shoot winners at the District, State, and Area 1 levels have been announced for 2019!
Keep Membership Gain Your Number One Priority!
by Bob Magowan PDD, Membership Committee ChairJuly 2021 We all had a trying and difficult time with Membership last year but lets rally now and get back the members we lost with a strong Lapsation Committee. The record book shows 1,207 new members were initiated and...