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ALVA Aerie 871 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles was founded in Alexandria in 1904 and dedicated to our current home on Cameron Street in 1938. For over a century, ALVA Aerie has been integral to Alexandria's life, supporting local and national charities and providing a social and fraternal home for many Alexandria citizens.

We are still active and engaged! Our Rathskeller is the social center of our thriving fraternal community and our events, which include Friday night Dinners, first Sunday Breakfasts, and special occasions like our Annual Crab Pick, Picnic, and Chili Cookoff. Our events enjoy a diverse mix of families and individuals who come together to enjoy the excellent company of fellow Eagles.

Charitable activities thrive, as well. We support our National charities, such as the Max Baer Heart Fund, the Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center, and the Jimmy Durante Fund for Children and Child Abuse. We also give closer to home, including many local charities and veteran's organizations, and emergency relief for victims of natural disasters and the families of injured police officers.

Please see the latest FOE 871 Newsletter for February to May 2024.  

 FOE 871 Newsletter

Grand Worthy President Visit 9/11/2024


Brothers,
 
Grand Worthy President, Peter Ackers, and his significant other Cindy will be stopping by our aerie Wednesday Sept 11th around 1:00ish. If you are around, please stop by and say hello. It is an honor to have him visit.
 
Fraternally yours,
 
Dee Dee Hodge
Worthy Secretary 
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By Law reading postponed


Brothers,
 
The reading of the By Laws and House Rules proposed changes has been postponed. Notification will be sent out as to when the readings will take place.
 
Fraternally,
Dee Dee Hodge
Worthy Secretary
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Steak Dinner 9/6/2024 and more


Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We're serving a delicious New York strip dinner Friday night, September 6, from 5:30-7:30. Enjoy a steak, baked potato, tossed salad, and sauteed mushrooms and onions for just $20.  Can you donate an hour of your time to help us set up, serve meals, or clean up?  Follow this link to sign up. VoluntEAGLES:…
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No Friday dinner 8/30/24


Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We will not be serving dinner Friday night at the Aerie.  Please consider offering to cook on a second or fifth Friday of the month when we don't have trustee sponsored meals. It doesn't have to be anything fancy.  Tacos, chili, sloppy joes are all very welcome by our members!
 
Do plan to come down Sunday morning between 9:00-11:00 a.m. for the best Bloody Mary…
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Updating By-laws and House Rules


Brothers,

We are in the process of updating our By-Laws and House Rules.They need to be read at three different General Meetings which start at 7:00 on each of the following dates. 

The first reading will be September 4th.  There will be no discussion about the By-Laws or House Rules. 

Second reading will be September 18th, again no discussion.

Third and final reading will…

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Cook needed 8/30 & more


Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We're still looking for a member to cook this Friday, August 30.  What about you?  Get together with friends and whip up something we can all enjoy.  Contact us at trusteesfoe871@gmail.com if interested.
 
Friday may be in doubt, but Bloody Mary Breakfast is definitely on for Sunday, September 1.  Join us…
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Crab fest! Help Needed


Brothers and Sisters,
 
Almost no one has signed up to work at the Crab Feast this Saturday! This is a labor intensive event, and we must have help from the members to pull it together.
 
There are a number of tasks and time slots from 10:00-6:00so you should be able to find something that works for your schedule. Will you please help?
 …
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Horseshoe Tourney 8/17/2024


Brothers and Sisters,
 
This Saturday, August 17th Winchester will be hosting the 2025 VA State Horseshoe Tournament. GAIG Rock Ruark is looking for a partner. Sign up is from 9:00 to 9:45. Start Time is 10:00. This is a bring your own partner doubles event.
 
Must have your membership card to play.
 
No coolers please as they will have beer and…
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Crab Fest and pork chops


Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
The crabs are back and they are big and sweet as ever!  Get your fill this Saturday, August 17, from 1:00-:5:00 in the upstairs hall.  Tickets are available for purchase from the bartender for $50 until Friday.  Tickets at the door for crabs are $55; hamburgers and hotdogs only are $10. Continue the fun in the Rathskeller where Brother and DJ Extraordinaire Dana…
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Activity

Chris Wunsch posted an event

Sep 11, 2024 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm

FOE 871

3 hours ago
Chris Wunsch posted a blog post
Brothers,
 
Grand Worthy President, Peter Ackers, and his significant other Cindy will be stopping by our aerie Wednesday Sept 11th around 1:00ish. If you are around, please stop by and say hello. It is an honor to have him visit.
 
Fraternally…
3 hours ago
Chris Wunsch posted an event

Sep 27, 2024 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

FOE 871

Tuesday
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Sep 4, 2024 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm

Fort Hunt Park

Tuesday
Chris Wunsch posted an event

Sep 20, 2024 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

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Tuesday
Chris Wunsch posted an event

Sep 6, 2024 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

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Tuesday
Chris Wunsch posted an event

Sep 13, 2024 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

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Tuesday
Chris Wunsch posted a blog post
Brothers,
 
The reading of the By Laws and House Rules proposed changes has been postponed. Notification will be sent out as to when the readings will take place.
 
Fraternally,
Dee Dee Hodge
Worthy Secretary
Tuesday
Chris Wunsch posted a blog post
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We're serving a delicious New York strip dinner Friday night, September 6, from 5:30-7:30. Enjoy a steak, baked potato, tossed salad, and sauteed mushrooms and onions for just $20.  Can you donate an hour of your time to…
Sep 2
Chris Wunsch posted a blog post
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We will not be serving dinner Friday night at the Aerie.  Please consider offering to cook on a second or fifth Friday of the month when we don't have trustee sponsored meals. It doesn't have to be anything fancy. …
Aug 29
Sharon Blackwell is now a member of foe871
Aug 28
Chris Wunsch posted a blog post
Brothers, We are in the process of updating our By-Laws and House Rules.They need to be read at three different General Meetings which start at 7:00 on each of the following dates.  The first reading will be September 4th.  There will be no…
Aug 26
Chris Wunsch posted a blog post
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We're still looking for a member to cook this Friday, August 30.  What about you?  Get together with friends and whip up something we can all enjoy.  Contact us at trusteesfoe871@gmail.com if interested.
 
Friday may be…
Aug 25
Chris Wunsch posted a blog post
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
Chicken wings and shrimp are on the menu Friday, August 23, from 5:30-7:30 pm.  Enjoy your choice of shrimp spiced or fried, wings, or a combo with sides for $12-$15 depending on your order.  And sign up for an hour's…
Aug 19
Chris Wunsch posted a blog post
Brothers and Sisters,
 
Almost no one has signed up to work at the Crab Feast this Saturday! This is a labor intensive event, and we must have help from the members to pull it together.
 
There are a number of tasks and time slots from 10:00-6:00so…
Aug 14
Chris Wunsch posted a blog post
Brothers and Sisters,
 
This Saturday, August 17th Winchester will be hosting the 2025 VA State Horseshoe Tournament. GAIG Rock Ruark is looking for a partner. Sign up is from 9:00 to 9:45. Start Time is 10:00. This is a bring your own partner…
Aug 13
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