From our Aerie PresidentGood day everyone and welcome to the last month of the year. I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and is in the Holiday spirit.The Aerie had its third and final reading on proposed House Rules & By-Law changes on November 7, 2019. After each reading, proposals were discussed and then voted on. All proposed changes passed, and they have been sent to the Grand Aerie for final approval. Once we receive that approval, the updated House Rules & By-Laws will be in effect and posted. The Veteran’s Day parade and after party turned out amazing. The hard work, preparation and participation shows how much our Eagle supports and loves our Veterans! FOE #3204 has the honor in co-sponsoring the Veteran’s Day parade in 2020. This means we will be coordinating and working that event. This will require a lot of volunteers and preparation, but I know we will achieve all the tasks and goals put before us. Thank you to everyone that made this year and will make next year’s Veteran’s Day a great event. The State Conference, which was held November 16th & 17th was a complete success. We had a lot of members from across the state that came to this event and I know we made them proud. With all of the preparation, the food, the en-tertainment, gaming, the service, etc, it is clear that we are an amazing group of individuals that gets things done and we do it with joy and pride. Thank you to all those who were involved!Congratulations are truly in order for our Worthy Secretary and Brother Donald Burch for being nominated and approved by the State to be a candidate for the Grand Aerie Hall of Fame! The Grand Aerie will meet next year for approval. Don Burch has dedicated a majority of his life to the Eagle by serving as Presi-dent and in other offices and has had the honor of serving as our Virginia State Aerie President. We all know we could write a book on all that Don Burch has accomplished over the many years. But I believe above all things, Don’s loyalty and love for the Eagle and for charity rises above them all. Don, you are the true example of an Eagle and you are a light by which we should all strive toward. No one is more deserving of this award. Congratulations Don! There are plans underway for a Christmas gathering on Saturday, December 14th. Also, on this date, is the Army vs Navy game at 3pm. Plans are underway to make this day special. Further details to follow. The State Pool tournament will be held at our Eagle on January 10th – 11th, 2020. The pools tables are ordered, and other preparations are being made. If you are available to help out with this event, please let any Officer or Trustee know. The new year will be here before we know it.The Membership Contest is doing great. As of this submission, we have twenty-two (22) new Aerie members and others to be initiated soon. Thank you for introducing our Eagle to others and making them part of our family!Though we are closing out 2019, we can all know that we had a magnificent year. I truly believe 2020 will be no different! I hope everyone has very merry Christ-mas, happy Hanukkah and a safe and happy New Years. GOD Bless!Todd Patton, Aerie President

Issue: 197 December 2019

2019-2020 OfficersAerie

Past Pres. Bill SingletonPresident Todd PattonVice Pres. Chris KarsgorSecretary Don BurchChaplain Jonathan EpsteinTreasurer Tom SharpeConductor David FoxInside Guard Perry PearsonTrustee Morgan WadeTrustee Dave MagnerTrustee Lloyd GorskiTrustee Brian RayTrustee Solomon Barton

AuxiliaryPast Pres. Deborah HallPresident Corinne SmithVice Pres. Diana TinsleyChaplain Mary BurchSecretary Connie ShieraTreasurer Regina RuarkConductor Dot PearsonInside Guard Charline JonesOutside Guard Dale TaylorTrustee Lennie HootenTrustee Linda SharpeTrustee Karen Norris

Eagle RidersPast Pres. Bob KingPresident Chris KarsgorVice Pres. Sol BartonSecretary Bryce HodgesTreasurer Mary BurchRoad Captain Bill DawsonSergeant of Arms Bob Donaldson

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Aerie Meetings:1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:00 pm

Auxiliary Meetings:1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:30 pm

Eagle Rider Meetings2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm

AERIE HOURS:MON—THUR 4—11 PMFRI 4—2 AMSAT 12 NOON—2 AMSUN 12 NOON—11 PM

Eagles News

From our Auxiliary President

Sisters and Brothers,The year end is fast approaching and we are all looking forward to Christmas and the joys and smiles that we will share with family and friends. I know it seems that time keeps slipping away from us but I ask that everyone take a moment to reflect on this past year and all of the achievements we have each managed to accomplish, whether it be in our personal or professional lives or the advancements made here at 3204. We have successfully run various fundraisers to support many deserving charities as well as honoring our veterans, soldiers and amputees. We sponsored a successful conference and made sure that all of our guests left wanting to return to Virginia Beach 3204! Your individual participation was never more truly felt than all of the support you provide to the Ladies Auxiliary in their time of need. There are still more fundraisers scheduled for December, such as Patricia Ciselik’s dinner for the SPCA and various oth-ers. I know we are all concentrating on our own families and planning Christmas activities, but let us try and remember that there is still more work to do!! I wish each and every one of you a Merry Christmas and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of the support and dedication you have provided this past year to Virginia Beach 3204, take pride in all you have done this year and let us all look forward to a New Year full of joy and happiness! Corinne Smith, Auxiliary President

SUPPORT FOR VETERANS IN VA HOSPITAL

A ‘BIG THANKS’ to all whom supported our recent donation drive of Health & Comfort items for the Veterans in the VA Hospital. Also, your Aerie purchased $100.00 of comfort items for these Veterans.

VETERANS DAY

The Aerie 3204 Parade Marchers, Golf Cart, Iwo Jima display Vehicle and Motorcycle Riders looked great in the Veterans Day parade. A ‘Well done’ to all that supported and participated in this year’s parade. Following the parade, a free luncheon was held at the Aerie home. Pictures and comments can be viewed on the Aerie Facebook page. A Big thanks to Parade Director Bill Singleton, Luncheon Director Crystal Rowe & Staff for making the entire Veterans Day a total success. Also, a Big thanks goes to Brother Dave Steadman who bought the large beautiful Veterans Day Cake. Additionally, your Aerie bought two tables at the Veterans Day luncheon held at the DoubleTree Hotel and also made it possible for eight other Veterans to eat a free lunch.

VETERANS DAY RAFFLE WINNERS

1ST PRIZE: ‘Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Set’ Winner: Merry Owen, Ticket # 2451. 2ND PRIZE: ‘JFK Presidential Leadership Set’ Winner: John Haines, Ticket # 1909. 3RD PRIZE: ‘Trump Presidential Leadership Set’ Winner: Mary Ellen Nebe, Ticket # 1981.

Thanks to all that supported the Veterans Day raffle.

FOOD DRIVEThe October food challenge was won by the Auxiliary, 117 - 24.The Aerie had a big comeback in November, collecting over 100 boxes of mashed potatoes & stuffing to complete the pantry requirements for Thanksgiving.Thank you to both the Auxiliary & Aerie for your generous donations!During the month of October the pantry fed 114 households or 444 individuals.During the month of December we will be asking for cereal & oatmeal donations. Of course, all food donations are wel-come.Thank you to everyone for your continued support for this local community outreach.

December Birthdays2 DanielleMcGuire4 DeloresDavis4 CrystalRoe12 KarenConner12 KathyWilliams13 ClaraHughes13 PatriciaBarrow14 MargoBosworth17 PatriciaHamilton17 HollyPearson20 MargieLee22 BlancheMcLawhorn22 MaryPrice22 TinaWilbee22 BeckyAustin29 ShirleyColeman31 DianeEby31 CarolBinkowski

SICK & VISITING - November 2019Please pray for the Sharpe Family as they mourn

the loss of their beloved sister.Please keep the Family of our Brother Michael Morad in your thoughts and prayers as they mourn his loss.

‘Get Well, Stay Well Wishes’ for the following Brothers and Sisters

Our Brothers: Br. Allen, Br. Carter, Br. Michelle Dawson, Br. Fox, Br. Bob King, Br. Moon, Br. Paterson, Br. Steadman

and Br. StepphenOur Sisters: Jean Hodges, T. Heart, Theresa Snyder, Caron

and Barbara WilliamsIf you know of any member in need, please call or text

Ruth 407-3180.

FREE Birthday Dinner!

December 5th

ChickenParmesan

Must show ID and

be a member.

December 2019Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 2

Trustees 7 pm

Line Dancing5:30 & 7:15 pm

Beef Stew

3JOM 6:30 pmAuxiliary Mtg 7:30 pm

Shrimp Scampi

4

She-Crab Soup

5Aerie Mtg 7 pm

Chicken Parm

6

Steak, shrimp or flounder

7SPCA Dinner 5 pm

8Brunch 9 - 10:30 am

9Trustees 7 pm

Line Dancing5:30 & 7:15 pm

Chef Special

10Eagle Riders7 pm

Stuffed Pep-ers & mac & Cheese

11

Pat’s Mexican

12

New York Sandwich - Pastrami & Swiss on Rye

13

Steak, Shrimp, or Flounder

14Christmas Party - details to be announced.

15 16Trustees 7 pm

Line Dancing5:30 & 7:15 pm

Chef Special

17Auxiliary Mtg 7:30 pm

Chicken Mar-sala

18

London Broil Wrap

19Aerie Mtg 7 pm

Shepard’s Pie

20

Steak, Shrimp, or Clam Strip

21

22 23Trustees 7 pm

Line Dancing5:30 & 7:15 pm

Beef Tips over rice or noodles

24

Ham Biscuits

25 26

Wing Night

27

Prime Rib, Shrimp

28

29 30Trustees 7 pm

Line Dancing5:30 & 7:15 pm

Beef of Wick Bread

31

Pat’s Mexican Special - December 11

Shepard’s Pie - December 19

Beef Tips over Egg Noodles or Rice - December 23

Mike’s Prime RibDecember 27

Fraternal Order of Eagles #3204

Aerie & Auxiliary Membership Contest!

Sign a new member, who is Initiated between June 1, 2019 and

May 21, 2020 and be entered for a chance to win. Contest entry is for the 1st Proposer and you will receive an entry for each initiated member.

The winners will receive a:

$100 Visa Gift Card

Compliments of your Aerie & Auxiliary Presidents as a THANK YOU for your efforts, continued support and enthusiasm!

A drawing will be held during the first meeting of the Auxiliary

and the last meeting of the Aerie in May of 2020 to find the winners.

“Welcome Backs” are included.

The Presidents are not eligible.

Any questions? See your President.

We thank you!

Fraternally Yours,

Todd Patton & Corinne Smith

Jimmy Durante Children’s FundFor the month of December

In 1966, the Eagles began a Children’s Fund for Aeries & Auxiliaries to provide grants to organizations across the US and Canada dedicatedto aiding and educating youth.

Each year, children’s hospitals, child abuse prevention organizations and countless other groups dedicated to improving the lives of our youth change the lives of millions with the help of The Fraternal Order of Eagles. We are People Helping People and through the Children’s Fund, we work to ensure the spirit of our organization lives on for future generations.

Stars on TreeSee bartender to make a donation

Virginia Beach Aerie #3204 1061 Newtown Road

Virginia Beach, VA 23462-1393

Non Profit Organization US Postage Paid

Norfolk, VA Permit No. 2135

Members : Free Guests: $5.00