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Shrimp & Wings 1/26 and Chili Cook Off 1/28

Posted by Chris Wunsch on January 21, 2024 at 4:39pm

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

 
Tired of the snow?  Warm up at the Rathskeller this weekend with a lot of good food.
 
On Friday, January 26, we are serving shrimp and chicken wings with coleslaw and corn from 5:30-7:30.  Prices range from $10-$15 depending on your order.  The Ladies Auxiliary will provide desserts.  Come help us set up, serve diners, or clean up. It only takes an hour, and it's a great way to meet other members.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- January 26, 2024 (signupgenius.com)  
 
And the Annual Chili Cookoff returns on Sunday, January 28.  Fifteen chefs will compete for three prizes, including the coveted chili necklace.  Judging begins at 2:00; afterwards members are invited to eat a bowl of chili for themselves for a $5 fee.
 
If you are interested in entering the contest, sign up at the Rathskeller and read all the rules.  You must bring your chili to the Aerie by 1:45in your own crock pot.  We don't have the facilities to reheat, so bring it hot.
 
The Board of Trustees appreciates all those who have volunteered in the past and those who continue to do so.
 
Board of Trustees
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Home Key Ceremony 1/20/2024

Posted by Chris Wunsch on January 18, 2024 at 4:52pm
Homes For Our Troops - Building Homes, Rebuilding Lives. Our Mission: To build and donate specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans, to enable them to rebuild their lives.

Please join us as we present Marine Cpl Kevork Khachadurian with the keys to his new, specially adapted custom home in Fort Washington, MD.

Date: Saturday, January 20th, 2024
Time: Check in begins at 9:30 a.m., Ceremony from 10:00 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: 10714 Riverview Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744

This event will be hosted outdoors under a tent (rain or shine), please dress accordingly. Join us after the ribbon cutting for light refreshments and an opportunity to tour the home.

RSVP

For more information or to get involved, contact Q Bailey, Manager of Community Engagement at SBailey@hfotusa.org or call/text: (774) 226-5173.

 
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Steak Dinner 1/19/2024

Posted by Chris Wunsch on January 16, 2024 at 10:37am
Brothers and Sisters,
 
Join us this Friday, January 19, from 5:30-7:30 for a delicious ribeye steak dinner with baked potato, tossed salad, and sauteed mushrooms and onions for just $25. Start off 2024 right by volunteering an hour of your time to help us set up, serve, or clean up dinner. Make it more fun by bringing a friend to help out, too. VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - January 19, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
The Board appreciates all those who have helped in the past and those who continue to do so. Check the board by the snacks to see the list of December volunteers.
 
Board of Trustees
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Ladies Aux Spaghetti Night 1/12/2024

Posted by Chris Wunsch on January 3, 2024 at 1:25pm

Brothers and Sisters, 


You may want to mark your calendar now for the Ladies Auxiliary Pasta Night

 
Date: Friday, January 12
Time: 5:30-7:30
 
The Ladies Auxiliary will be serving the following Pasta Dinner for the low price of 12 dollars:
 
Choose between either of the following entrees:
Spaghetti Pasta Bolognese
or
Penne Pasta with Chicken Alfredo
 
Includes:
Salad
Garlic bread
Broccoli
and Dessert (1 large cookie)
 
Our aim is to provide you and your family a full solid meal at a low price.
 
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Ladies Auxiliary 
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Early January 24’ events!

Posted by Chris Wunsch on January 2, 2024 at 8:40am
Brothers and Sisters,
 
If "diet" is on your New Year's resolution list, then you should stop reading now.  We have a lot of great meals this weekend and throughout the month.
 
Friday, January 5, is our first steak dinner of the new year.  Enjoy a 14-ounce ribeye steak, baked potato, salad, and sauteed mushrooms and onions from 5:30-7:30 for $25.  Follow this link to sign up for a one-hour shift to help set up, serve meals, or clean up.
 
Come back Sunday, January 7, from 9:00-11:00 for a great Bloody Mary breakfast.  Just $12 for adults and $5 for kids gets you eggs cooked to order along with bacon, sausage, hash browns, pancakes, puffs and more.  All this food needs a lot of hands.  Can you help?  VoluntEAGLES: Bloody Mary Breakfast -- January 7, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
You want to mark your calendar now for the Ladies Auxiliary Pasta Night on Friday, January 12, 5:30-7:30.  Pasta with meat or alfredo sauce, broccoli, garlic bread and dessert for $12.
 
Make 2024 the year you volunteer at FOE 871.  It's a fun way to get to know other members and help us continue to offer the events we all enjoy.  The Board is deeply grateful for all who have helped in the past and those who continue to do so.
 
Board of Trustees
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Shepherd’s Pie and New Years!

Posted by Chris Wunsch on December 26, 2023 at 2:36pm
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
Tired of turkey and dressing?  Enjoy shepherd's pie and salad for $10 this Friday from 5:30-7:30.
 
Ring in the New Year at the Rathskeller with your fellow Eagles. Bring an appetizer or dessert to share, and we will have a champagne toast at midnight. 
 
Wherever you celebrate the holiday, please stay safe.
 
Board of Trustees
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Upcoming Events as of 12/19/2023

Posted by Chris Wunsch on December 19, 2023 at 9:41am
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
Let us cook for you this Friday night December 22, as you make final preparations for Christmas. 
We are serving chicken wings and shrimp (spiced or fried) with coleslaw and corn from 5:30-7:30.  Prices range from $12-$15 depending on your order. 
The Ladies Auxiliary will be selling desserts. Please lend a hand in setting up or serving diners.  Just an hour makes a difference.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- December 22 (signupgenius.com)
 
The Aerie will be closed on Monday, December 25, so the bartenders may spend Christmas with their families and friends.
 
The Board of Trustees and officers wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas.
 
Board of Trustees
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Ladies Auxiliary Pasta Night 1/12/24

Posted by Chris Wunsch on December 13, 2023 at 10:58am
Brothers and Sisters, 
 
Please join us: Friday, 1/12/24 for Pasta Night. From5:30-7:30, the Ladies Auxiliary will be serving a delicious pasta dinner at the Aerie. Enjoy pasta with meat sauce or alfredo sauce, broccoli, garlic bread and dessert for $12. Don't miss it!
 
Thank you!

CMW
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Steak night and Xmas Party!!

Posted by Chris Wunsch on December 10, 2023 at 3:53pm
Brothers and Sisters, 

Loosen your belt a few notches and join us for a lot of good eating this week.
 
Come down Monday tp cheer on your favorite NFL team and enjoy a chili dog with chips for $5.  The Green Bay Packers play the New York Giants, and the Tennessee Titans square off against the Miami Dolphins.  Kick-off for both games is 8:15.
 
On Friday, December 15, from 5:30-7:30 we are serving our famous 14-ounce ribeye steak along with salad, baked potato, and sauteed mushrooms and onions for just $25.  Click this link to volunteer an hour of your time to help set up, serve meals, or clean up.  VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - December 15, 2023 (signupgenius.com)
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Our annual Christmas party is Saturday, December 16.  Join us at 5:00 for a hosted bar followed by dinner for Rockland's Barbecue at 6:00.  Then burn off some of those calories by dancing to Barco Beat starting at 7:00.  Members are invited to bring an appetizer or dessert to share.
 
Please remember this is a members only party, no children or guests allowed, and membership cards are required. 
 
Board of Trustees
 
 
 
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Opening Hours Dec 11, 12, 13

Posted by Chris Wunsch on December 10, 2023 at 1:55pm
Brother and Sisters,
 
Due to some maintenance issues the operating hours for next week are as follows:
 
Monday Dec 11th open at 1:00 pm
Tuesday Dec 12th open at 5:00 pm 
Wednesday Dec 13th open at 5:00 pm
 
Our apologies for the inconvenience but these are much needed repairs.
 
Thank you
 
 BOT
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Christmas Party & Dinner 12/16/2023

Posted by Chris Wunsch on December 4, 2023 at 9:36pm

It's that time of the year for the annual Eagles 871  Christmas party on Saturday, December 16. 

Kick the night off with happy hour from 5-6 PM. Then enjoy a dinner with sides as we barbecue a whole pig and sides starting at 6 PM until 7 PM. Members are encouraged to bring appetizers or desserts to share. Following dinner stay for live music by Barco Beat from 7 to 11 PM. 

Please remember this is a members only party, no children or guests allowed, and membership cards are required. 

We look forward to celebrating with each of our members. 

Board of Trustees

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Toys for Tots deadline

Posted by Chris Wunsch on December 4, 2023 at 3:37pm
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
This Friday at 5:00 is the deadline for donating a new, unwrapped toy to the Toys 4 Tots collection box in the Rathskeller.. 
 
Thank you to all the generous members who have already contributed.
 
 
Board of Trustees
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Upcoming events

Posted by Chris Wunsch on November 27, 2023 at 2:21am
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We have a lot of activity at the Aerie this weekend, and we hope you can attend as many events as possible.
 
Fortify yourself with our delicious steak dinner on Friday, December 1, from 5:30-7:30.  Enjoy a 14-ounce ribeye with baked potato, salad, and sauteed mushrooms and onions for just $25.  And sign up for a one-hour shift to help us set up, serve meals, or clean up.
 
We are marching again in the Scottish Walk/Christmas Parade Saturday, December 2, that starts at 11:00. Start gathering between 9:30-10:30a.m.at Pitt St between Wolfe & Wilkes  Scottish and/or festive holiday attire is highly encouraged, and we will have candy to hand out.  For more details contact Wendy Walbrun at 571-513-8767 or smileypenguinbear@gmail.com.
 
Later Saturday afternoon we are honoring our Brother Rock Ruark with a reception from 5:00-7:00.  Rock was elected to serve as Grand Aerie Outside Guard for the fraternal year 2023-2024.  He is the first member of ALVA Aerie 871 to hold a national office.  Come to the Rathskeller to congratulate Rock and enjoy appetizers and a hosted bar.
 
We will not have our Bloody Mary breakfast on Sunday, December 3, due to lack of cooks.  If you are interested in learning more about cooking for Bloody Mary breakfast, please send a message to foe871@verizon.net.
 
Board of Trustees

 

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Friday Shrimp and Wings 11/24/2024

Posted by Chris Wunsch on November 22, 2023 at 10:43pm
Brothers and Sisters,
 
We still have lots of open volunteer slots for Friday's shrimp and wing dinner. Please consider working for just one hour to help set up, serve or clean up after the meal.
 
And remember that the Rathskeller will open at 4:00 on Thanksgiving.
 
The Board appreciates all who have volunteered in the past and those who continue to do so.
 
Board of Trustees
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Gaming contract discussion 12/6/2023

Posted by Chris Wunsch on November 19, 2023 at 10:44pm
Brothers,
 
Please join us at 7:00 pm December 6th to discuss the renewal of our gaming contract.
 
There are 3 proposals from Grover Gaming and the trustee's recommendation is to install 3 more machines. The other proposals are for installation of less machines. The Trustees will present the proposal(s) to the membership at the general meeting. The members present will vote to either approve or reject the proposal.
 
Thank you. 
 
BOT 
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