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June is full of food and good times!

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We are serving ribeye steaks this Friday, June 7, 5;30-7:30 p.m.  Enjoy a juicy steak with tossed salad, baked potato, and sauteed mushrooms and onions for just $25. Sign up for an hour's shift to set up, deliver meals, or clean up.  VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - June 7, 2024- (signupgenius.com)
 
Additional June Events

Friday, June 14.  Who wants to cook?  It doesn't have to be anything fancy.  Contact a trustee if you are willing to help out.  trusteesfoe871@gmail.com.

Saturday, June 15, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.  Summer Cleanup Day.   What would you like to see done?
Friday, June 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Steak?  Pork chops?  VoluntEAGLES: ? Night - June 21, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
Friday, June 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Shrimp and Wings.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- June 28, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
The Board appreciates everyone who has volunteered in the past and those who continue to do so.
 
Board of Trustees
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Rother Turk Funeral Arrangements 6/9/2024

Brothers and Sisters,
 
Arrangements have been made for Brother Turk. The funeral will take place at Cunningham Turch Funeral Home at 811 Cameron Street Sunday June 9th at 11:00 am.
 
After the service all are welcome to join us at the Aerie for lunch.
 
Fraternally yours,
 
Dee Dee Hodge
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Dues are due!!

Brothers,
 
If you have paid your dues but have not received your membership card, please reply to this email. Dues are set to expire at midnight tomorrow. As per House Rule number 7, you are not permitted to visit the aerie until your dues are paid.
 
Guest entry is not permitted; re-enrollment is required, and the following steps are involved.
 
 

Submit a new application along with a re-enrollment fee of $30.00. Interview with Dave McDermott. Members will vote on reinstatement into membership. There is no initiation required.

 
 
Membership dues are set at $60.00 and can be paid in person or by visiting foe871.com and clicking on "member dues" in the upper right corner. Please note, there is a $2.00 fee for processing payments through PayPal.
 
Fraternally,
Dee Dee Hodge 
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Here we go! June 2024!!!

 

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We are serving chicken and ground beef tacos with black beans and rice for $10 on Friday, May 31, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Come back Sunday, June 2, from 9:00-11:00 a.m.for a fabulous Bloody Mary breakfast.  Eggs and pancakes cooked to order with bacon, sausage, hash browns, grits, puffs and more.  Due to the increased price of ingredients we are raising our prices from $12 to $15 for adults.  Children still eat for $5.  
 
Reminder:  Liquor locker dues must be paid by Saturday, June 1.  Any unpaid lockers will be assigned to members on the waiting list.  Left-over liquor may be reclaimed by contacting a trustee in person or at trusteesfoe871@gmail.com.
 
Additional June Events
Friday, June 75;30-7:30 p.m.  Steak Night.. VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - June 7, 2024- (signupgenius.com)
Saturday, June 15, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.  Summer Cleanup Day.   What would you like to see done?
Friday, June 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Steak?  Pork chops?  VoluntEAGLES: ? Night - June 21, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
Friday, June 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Shrimp and Wings.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- June 28, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
The Board appreciates everyone who has volunteered in the past and those who continue to do so.
 
Board of Trustees
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Let’s go!! May and June 2024

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
The good food just keeps coming.  Check out these upcoming events and sign up for an hour shift to help set up, serve, or clean up meals.  Remember that we rely on members to continue offering the dinners we all enjoy.  FYI: Beginning on June 1, some food and drink prices will change to reflect increased costs.
 
On Friday, May 24, we are serving up shrimp and wings with coleslaw and corn from 5:30-7:30 p.m.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- May 24, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
We will have dinner on Friday, May 31.  Menu to be determined.  Come back that Sunday, June 2, from 9:00-11:00for a fabulous Bloody Mary breakfast.  Eggs and pancakes cooked to order with bacon, sausage, hash browns, grits, puffs and more.
 
The trustees are looking into changing the menus for one or more Friday nightmeals. Please share your suggestions with them in person or at trusteesfoe871@gmail.com.
 
Additional June Events
Friday, June 7, 5;30-7:30 p.m.  Steak Night.. VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - June 7, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
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Saturday, June 15, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.  Summer Cleanup Day.   What would you like to see done?
 
Friday, June 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Steak?  Pork chops?  VoluntEAGLES: ? Night - June 21, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
Friday, June 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Shrimp and Wings.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- June 28, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
 
The Board appreciates everyone who has volunteered in the past and those who continue to do so.
 
Board of Trustees
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Upcoming events! May 2024

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We have several fun events at the Aerie this weekend you don't want to miss.
 
On Friday, May 17, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.,we are serving a juicy ribeye steak with all the fixings for just $25.  Come down and enjoy a great meal and sign up for a one-hour shift to help set up, serve, or clean up.  Remember that as a membership organization, we depend on individuals like you to pitch in.  VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - May 17, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
Come back on Saturday, May 18, to support our fundraiser for the Special Olympics North America.  The doors open at 7:00 p.m., and DJ Dana Shafie will start spinning disco records at 8:00.  Appetizers and soft drinks will be available, along with a cash bar.  Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
 
Other events in May include:
Please remember to settle your account before leaving the Rathskeller. The Board of Trustees appreciates any suggestions from members about how we can improve our building or our events.
 
Board of Trustees

 

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Dues are due!! 5/31/2024

Brothers,
 
If you haven't paid your dues, please do so before May 31, which is the expiration date. Check your card to see when it expires. Not doing so could lead to over payment.
 
You can pay by mailing in a check, dropping off payment at the bar or go to foe871.com. Upper right corner you will see "Member Dues". Click on that. There is a $2.00 fee for using PayPal. Dues remain at $60.00 for the year.
 
Thank you for your cooperation.
 
Dee Dee Hodge
1015 Cameron Street
Alexandria VA  22314
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Pasta night and info!

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Brothers and Sisters,
 
 
Come to the Aerie this Friday, May 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m., for a pasta entree, a salad, garlic bread, and cookie for $12.  Other events in May are listed below.
 
The bartenders have reported a rise in unpaid bills.  Please remember to settle your account before leaving the Rathskeller.
 
 
There are new signs in the parking lot indicating spots reserved for nearby businesses that pay us a rental fee.  Please do not park there between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
 
 
May Schedule 
The Board of Trustees appreciates any suggestions from members about how we can improve our building or our events.
 
 
Board of Trustees
 

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Help needed!!

Brothers and Sisters,
 
 
We need a lot more help for our dinner Friday and Bloody Mary breakfast on Sunday or we will have to cancel. We especially need another grillmaster to help cook steaks. One person can't do it, and all our regulars are unavailable. Please talk to a trustee or send an email to trusteesfoe871@gmail.com if you are able to help out.
 
 
We also need folks to set up, deliver meals, and clean up. Follow the links below to sign up for a shift so we can continue to enjoy our time together.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Board of Trustees
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Upcoming events in May 2024!!!

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
May is packed with good food and good times.  Bring a friend and join us for as many events as possible.  And remember to volunteer an hour of your time to help set up, serve meals, or clean up.  Or show off your culinary skills by cooking a meal on Friday, May 30.  We count on our members and are grateful for your generous support.
 
Friday, May, 3, 5:50-7:30 p.m.  Steak Night.  Enjoy a delicious ribeye with tossed salad, baked potato, and sauteed mushrooms and onions for $25.  VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - May 3, 2024  We also need another grillmaster to help cook.  Talk to a trustee or email us at trusteesfoe871@gmail.com if you are interested.
 
Sunday, May 5, 9:00-11:00 a.m.  Bloody Mary Breakfast.  We serve the best Bloody Mary breakfast in town with eggs and pancakes cooked to order along with tons of sides such as bacon, sausage, grits, creamed chipped beef, puffs and more.  Adults $12; children $5.  VoluntEAGLES: Bloody Mary Breakfast -- May 5, 2024
 
Friday, May 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Pasta Night.  Come down for a pasta entree, a salad, garlic bread, and cookie for $12.
 
Friday, May 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Steak Night.  VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - May 17, 2024
 
Friday, May 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Shrimp and Wing Dinner.  Get your choice of shrimp and/or chicken wings accompanied by corn and coleslaw.  Prices range from $10-$15 depending on your order.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- May 24, 2024
 
Friday, May 30.  Fifth Friday.  We have no regularly scheduled meal, and we welcome any member willing to be chef for the night.  Talk to a trustee or email us at trusteesfoe871@gmail.com if you are interested.
 
Looking ahead, please mark your calendar for Saturday, June 15, Clean Up Day.  We will be making repairs and performing other tasks to improve the Aerie.
 
The Board of Trustees appreciates all who have volunteered in the past and those who continue to do so.
 
Board of Trustees
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Help Needed!!

Brothers and Sisters,
 
We need more help with tomorrow's shrimp and wing dinner. Please give an hour to help set up, serve meals, or clean up. We can't continue to offer meals and special events without the help of our members. VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- April 26, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
The Board appreciates everyone who has volunteered in the past and those who continue to do so.
 
Board of Trustees
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Thank you!

Brothers,
 
Great Success for our 30th.  $12,956.
 
Thank you, Don and Jean, for the 20 years you put into organizing this for us.
 
Dee Dee Hodge, Secretary
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Thank you and upcoming events April, 24’

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
Thanks to everyone who participated in the Bubba Merker Walk Sunday to raise money for heart disease research.  30th Anniversary collared shirts are available for purchase for $20 while supplies last.
 
We have two more great events this week.

Monday, April 22; 8:00 p.m. -- Legends of Jazz Vinyl Night.  Be amazed as the Rathskeller is transformed to the coolest jazz club featuring the greatest jazz artists of all time.  A fantasy performance!
 
Friday, April 26; 5:30-7:30 p.m. --  Shrimp and Wings.  Order your choice of shrimp (fried or spiced) and chicken wings along with corn and coleslaw.  Price varies from $10-$15 depending on your order.  Please give an hour to help set up, serve meals, or clean up.
 
You can always access information about FOE 871 at our website foe871, on Instagram at foe_871, checking the whiteboard in the Rathskeller, or sending a message to  trusteesfoe871@gmail.com.  
 
The Board of Trustees appreciates all members who have volunteered in the past and those who continue to do so.
 
Board of Trustees
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Ribeye dinner and more!

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
Our delicious ribeye dinner is back on the menu for Friday, April 19; 5:30-7:30 pm.  Enjoy a steak grilled to order with a baked potato, tossed salad, and sauteed mushrooms and onions for $25.  Please volunteer your time to help set up, serve, or clean up. Just an hour makes a big difference. VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - April 19, 2024
 
Then on Sunday, April 21, we will host the 30th Annual Bubba Merker Walk Fundraiser.    FOE 871 has been raising money for heart disease research in memory of our Past Worthy President, Bubba Merker, for three decades. Meet at the Rathskeller at 9:00 a.m. to walk to the Potomac River and back.  Lunch will be served afterwards to all partici[pants  See Don Jenkins, Jean Oliver or Abigail Hopkins for pledge forms.
 
Other events in April are listed below.  And you always access information about FOE 871 at our website  foe871, on Instagram at foe_871, checking the whiteboard in the Rathskeller, or sending a message to  trusteesfoe871@gmail.com.  
 
Board of Trustees

APRIL CALENDAR
Monday, April 22; 8:00 p.m. -- Legends of Jazz Vinyl Night.  Be amazed as the Rathskeller is transformed to the coolest jazz club featuring the greatest jazz artists of all time.  A fantasy performance!
 
Friday, April 26; 5:30-7:30 p.m. --  Shrimp and Wings.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- April 26, 2024

 

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April 2024 updates

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

 
We still have an opening for anyone who wants to cook dinner this Friday, April 12.  Anyone want to show off their mom's recipe for meatloaf?  Cook up a big pot of chili or tortilla soup?  Email the trustees at trusteesfoe871@gmail.com if interested.
 
On another matter, the Aerie rents parking spaces in our lot during the week to bring in much needed funds. Please don't park in the marked spaces from Monday-Friday between 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m 
 
APRIL EVENTS
Friday, April 19; 5:30-7:30 p.m. -- Ribeye Steak dinner.   VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - April 19, 2024
 
Sunday, April 21; 9:00 a.m. -- 30th Annual Bubba Merker Walk Fundraiser  See Don Jenkins, Jean Oliver or Abigail Hopkins for pledge forms.
 
Monday, April 22; 8:00 p.m. -- Legends of Jazz Vinyl Night.  Be amazed as the Rathskeller is transformed to the coolest jazz club featuring the greatest jazz artists of all time.  A fantasy performance!
 
Friday, April 26; 5:30-7:30 p.m. --  Shrimp and Wings.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- April 26, 2024
 
Board of Trustees
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On goings of April 2024

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
We have steak and eggs (and hotdogs) this weekend -- but not on the same day!  Read on for details and please sign up to help with the meals.  We especially need volunteers to help clean up.
 
From 5:30-7:30 p.m.on Friday, April 5, enjoy a juicy ribeye steak with baked potato, tossed salad, and sauteed mushrooms and onions for $25. VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - April 5, 2024  
 
Then watch the final March Madness games Saturday with $2.00 hot dogs and ice cold Budweisers - $2.50 each or a bucket of 5 for $10.  Available during the game time only while they last.
 
Come back Sunday, April 7, from 9:00-11:00 a.m.for the best Bloody Mary breakfast in town.  Eggs and pancakes are cooked to order; then help yourself to bacon, sausage, hash browns, sausage gravy, grits, puffs, biscuits and more for just $12, $5 for children.  VoluntEAGLES: Bloody Mary Breakfast -- April 7, 2024
 
Additional events in April are listed below.  Note the addition of a jazzy Vinyl Night on April 22.  You always access information about FOE 871 at our website  foe871, on Instagram at foe_871, checking the whiteboard in the Rathskeller, or sending a message to trusteesfoe871@gmail.com.  
 
Friday, April 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m. -- Open Friday Dinner.  Calling all aspiring chefs!   We have an open Friday nightmeal slot.  Show off your culinary skills and volunteer with your friends to prepare a meal.  Email the trustees at trusteesfoe871@gmail.com if interested.
 
Friday, April 19; 5:30-7:30 p.m. -- Ribeye Steak dinner.   VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - April 19, 2024
 
Saturday, April 21; 9:00 a.m. -- 30th Annual Bubba Merker Walk Fundraiser  See Don Jenkins, Jean Oliver or Abigail Hopkins for pledge forms.
 
Monday, April 22; 8:00 p.m. -- Legends of Jazz Vinyl Night.  Be amazed as the Rathskeller is transformed to the coolest jazz club featuring the greatest jazz artists of all time.  A fantasy performance!
 
Friday, April 26; 5:30-7:30 p.m. --  Shrimp and Wings.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- April 26, 2024
 
 
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Upcoming events thru 4/26/2024

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
Spring has sprung and the FOE 871 is bursting with activities through the month of April. 
 
Please join us for as many events as possible and volunteer to help out with meals where you can.  Steak dinners require about 15 hours of member help; shrimp and wing around 10; and Bloody Mary breakfast about 40 hours. This is in addition to the time donated by trustees and officers for these meals.  As a membership organization, everyone is expected to do their part.  And it's a great way to meet other members and learn more about the organization. 
 
Volunteers are recognized by name and hours contributed on a board in the Rathskeller.
MARCH 2024
March Madness Specials.  Stop by the Aerie to watch the NCAA Basketball Tournament and enjoy $2.00 hot dogs and ice cold Budweisers - $2.50 each or a bucket of 5 for $10. (Available during the game only while they last!)
 
Friday, March 29; 5:30-7:30.  Ladies Auxiliary Pasta Night.  Choose spaghetti pasta bolognese or penne pasta with chicken alfredo with salad and garlic bread for just $12.
 
APRIL 2024
Friday, April 5; 5:30-7:30.  Ribeye Steak dinner.  Enjoy a juicy ribeye steak with baked potato, tossed salad, and sauteed mushrooms and onions for $25. VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - April 5, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
Sunday, April 7; 5:30-7:30.  Bloody Mary Breakfast.  Eggs and pancakes are cooked to order; then help yourself to bacon, sausage, hash browns, sausage gravy, grits, puffs, biscuits and more for just $12, $5 for children.  VoluntEAGLES: Bloody Mary Breakfast -- April 7, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
Friday, April 12, 5:30-7:30. Open Friday DinnerCalling all aspiring chefs!   We have an open Friday night meal slot.  Show off your culinary skills and volunteer with your friends to prepare a meal.  Send message to trusteesfoe871@gmail.com if interested.
 
Friday, April 19; 5:30-7:30.  Ribeye Steak dinner.   VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - April 19, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
Saturday, April 21. 9:00 a.m.  30th Annual Bubba Merker Walk Fundraiser. Walk from the Aerie to the Potomac River to raise money for heart research.  2024 marks the 30th year we have raised money in memory of our Past Worthy President Bubba Merker who died from coronary disease.  Lunch will be served afterwards.  See Don Jenkins, Jean Oliver or Abigail Hopkins for pledge forms.
 
Friday, April 26; 5:30-7:30.  Shrimp and Wings.  Get any combination of chicken wings, spiced or boiled shrimp accompanied by coleslaw and corn.  $10-$15 depending on order.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- April 26, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
You can always access information here or on our Instagram at FOE-871, checking the whiteboard in the Rathskeller, or sending a message to trusteesfoe871@gmail.com.  FYI: Our Facebook page was hacked, but we hope to restore it soon.
 
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Up coming events thru 3/29/2024

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
Here is a list of events in the month of March at the Aerie.  Please join your fellow Eagles for lots of fun, food, and fellowship.
 
Tuesday, March 19, 8:00.  The theme for this month's Vinyl Night is "The Vinyl Equinox: Songs of Change" that cross all genres of music.  As the sun reaches its zenith directly over the equator, come to the Eagles to hear the Zenith of music on vinyl, as the universe intended.
 
Friday, March 22, 5:30-7:30.  "Shrimp & Wing Night". Come enjoy your choice of spiced or fried shrimp and chicken wings accompanied by corn and coleslaw.. Price is $10-$15 depending on your order.  VoluntEAGLES: Shrimp & Wing Night -- March 22, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
Friday, March 29,:530-7:30.  Ladies Auxiliary Pasta Night.  Choose spaghetti pasta bolognese or penne pasta with chicken alfredo with salad and garlic bread for just $12.
 
March Madness Specials.  Stop By the Aerie to watch the NCAA Basketball Tournament  and enjoy $2.00 Hot Dogs  and ice cold Budweisers- $2.50 each or a bucket of 5 for $10. (While they last!)
 
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Up coming events thru 4/26/24

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
This Friday may be the Ides of March, but you will be safe at the Rathskeller enjoying our 14-ounce ribeye steak dinner with baked potato, tossed salad, and more for $25.  Volunteer just an hour to help out so everyone can enjoy the evening.  VoluntEAGLES: Steak Night - March 15, 2024 (signupgenius.com)
 
Upcoming Events
The Board of Trustees appreciates all who have volunteered in the past and those who continue to do so.
 
Board of Trustees
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