Elks 819 Home->Committees->Americanism Committee
The lodge Americanism committeee has the responsibility of maintaing the lodge parade flag as well as educating the area youth about Americanism & Patriotism.
Current Co-Chairs: Keith Hertenstein &
Bob Kane (click to email)
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The lodge has a 30'x40' Parade flag that is carried in area parades. We are always looking for volunteers to help carrying the flag.
Upcoming Tentative Flag Carries (Click on Event for information):
- Mt. Vernon Fall Fest Parade: Saturday, September 26th, 2026. Line up on Main Street by the Library by
- Waltonville Veterans' Day Parade: TBA November 2026. Line up by Waltonville VFW
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Americanism Essay Contest
- The Elks Americanism contest is now open to all 5-8 graders. This year's topic is "Explain a Constitutional Right or Privilege and how it affects you and your family" and the state winner will advance to the Grand Lodge Contest.
Lodge, District and State Winners receive cash prizes.
- Deadline for essays to be at submitted to the lodge is: December 15th, 2026
- New features in this year’s contest are:
1) Four separate divisions for 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th grade students.
2) Awards for Each Grade Level the Grand Lodge Competition:
 $1,000 for 1st place
$500 for 2nd place
$250 for 3rd place
- Entry Packet coming soon!
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