Indianola, IA 2814

Indianola, IA Lodge No. 2814

Greetings Members and Friends,

This week our club room will be open:

Wednesday, October 9th for Grill and Chill - The Grill will be up from 6 to 8 pm. For just $10, you can choose from 8 oz. New York Strip steak (limited amount) , a smoked pork chop, or a chicken breast to grill yourself. Also included in the meal is bread, a baked potato, and salad. You are encouraged to bring friends or family members interested in joining the Elks, as this is a membership drive night.

Thursday, October 10th for Meeting Night - 

  • The board meeting will be at 6pm
  • Monthly business meeting starts at 7pm
  • Before and after the meeting - it is also Thirsty Thursday; there are specials on Domestic Tall Boys all night and the kitchen will be open with our regular menu items.
  • Note: per BPOE statute 15.090: the bar and kitchen will be closed during the meeting.

Friday, October 11th - Unfortunately, none of our regular volunteer bartenders are available. If there are any last-minute changes, we will update you via our Facebook page – Indianola, Iowa Elks Lodge #2814. If you don’t use Facebook, you can search for "Indianola Elks" on your browser to find our page.

Saturday, October 12th for Member's Meal - The Members and Spouses/SO Quarterly Meal will start at 6 pm. If you forgot to reserve a meal you can still come and enjoy the Oktoberfest games and the company of your fellow lodge members. Costumes are optional.


As always Happy Hour, prices at the bar are from 5 pm to 7 pm on weekdays.

If you are a member, a member's spouse, or member's child (that is at least 18 years-old) - you can help the lodge by becoming a trained volunteer bartender; contact a Trustee to learn how.


Upcoming Events

Winter Coat Drive

The Lodge is hosting a drive for the items listed below. Items can be new or gently used - children or adult sizes. All items collected will be donated to Helping Hand of Warren County and Grace Evangelical Free Church. Please drop items off at the Lodge starting Monday, 09/30/2024 through Friday, 10/18/2024.

  • Coats
  • Snowsuits/Pants
  • Snow Boots
  • Hats
  • Gloves/Mittens

Wine Tasting

Ready to explore some new flavors? Join us for a Wine Tasting event on Thursday, October 17th at 6:00 PM! The Indianola Elks Lodge #2814, with special support from the West Des Moines Elks, invites you to a night of wine discovery and connection.

What’s on the menu
  • Sample a range of flavorful wines
  • Mingle with fellow wine enthusiasts in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
  • Meet members of the West Des Moines Elks

Bring a snack to share if you’d like – because wine pairs well with good company and great flavors! Don’t miss this chance to sip, swirl, and savor with us! Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or just looking to try something new, this is the perfect event to discover new favorites. Join us as we raise our glasses with the help of the West Des Moines Elks—an evening not to be missed! Tag your friends, mark your calendars, and get ready for some wine-filled fun.


Bourbon Tasting

Join us at Indianola Elks Lodge #2814 for an exclusive Bourbon Tasting event on Thursday, October 24th at 6:45 PM. Whether you're a bourbon enthusiast or simply curious to explore new flavors, this is the perfect evening to savor rich, bold bourbons and meet fellow lovers of fine spirits. We’re excited to have West Des Moines Elks joining us to help kick off this first event—making it even more special!

Event Highlights
  • Discover new favorites
  • Meet fellow enthusiasts
  • Enjoy a night of smooth, rich flavors

Bring your favorite snack to share and settle in for a night of great conversation and fantastic bourbons. Tag your friends and let’s make this a night to sip, savor, and socialize! ??


RED Friday Veterans Fundraiser

Join us on Friday, November 8th, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM at West Hill Brewery as we come together to honor and support our veterans! For every pint sold, a portion of the proceeds will go directly to assisting local veterans in need. It’s a simple yet powerful way to give back to those who have given so much for our country.

Event Highlights
  • Craft Beer Specials at West Hill Brewery
  • Hot Peppers Food Truck on-site serving up your favorites
  • A community-driven effort to support veterans

Come enjoy great craft beer in a welcoming environment while making a meaningful impact. Your support helps ensure that veterans in our community receive the care and assistance they deserve.


U.S. Marine Corps Birthday Bash

Join us on Sunday, November 10th, 2024 at 4:00 PM to celebrate the U.S. Marine Corps birthday.

Event Details
  • Meal Provided
  • Cash Bar
  • Cake Ceremony
  • Door Prizes
  • Silent Auction

All Marines welcome!


Most Valuable Student Scholarship

The 2025 MVS contest is officially underway! The application deadline is November 12th. As a member your biggest priority now should be promoting the contest. Please share this with any High School Senior that excels in leadership and scholarship.

The MVS application link can be found at enf.elks.org/MVS. Applicants need to click the big, blue “Apply Now” button to get started.

The 2025 MVS Leadership Weekend will be in Chicago May 1-4, 2025. The Top 20 scholars, selected from the 500 national semi-finalists, receive an invitation to the weekend and scholarships of $30,000. The 480 runners-up receive scholarships of $4,000. Attendance at Leadership Weekend is required to be part of the Top 20 cohort and receive $30,000.


Fun Facts

  • Our Lodge was chartered on April 30, 2000.
  • Our building, the Jacoby Block, was once a triple store front - the west section collapsed in July 2008.
  • The alley next to our patio has the hand or foot-prints of 2,581 people in the concrete in a 2009 attempt for the Guinness Book of World Records.
  • Kitchen Volunteers for the our weekly Grill and Chill get dinner on the Lodge as a thank you for helping that night. Please volunteer when you can.


Club Room Hours

Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 5:00 PM - Close
Thursday 5:00 PM - Close
Friday 5:00 PM - Close
Saturday 6:00 PM - Close

Calendar.
Club hours are subject to change without notice.

Meetings

  • 2nd Thursday every month 7:00 PM
  • 4th Thursday in February, March and April 7:00 PM