Middlesex Elks Ladies

From the very beginning of the Lodge, the wives were faithful supporters of their husband’s endeavors and, thus, began the Ladies’ Auxiliary known as “Middlesex Elks Ladies” to be referred herewith as “The Ladies.”

The Ladies had their own slate of officers. Mrs. Joseph (Alice) Luongo was the first elected president, and she was the trailblazer for those who followed.

The Ladies supported The Lodge through fund raisers, worked side-by-side with the men on various events. It must be acknowledged that The Ladies were always recognized and appreciated for their assistance. One of the major fund raisers was the Friday night dinners where the House Committee would cook outstanding dinners and The Ladies would waitress. All tips were donated to the Handicapped Children’s Funds.

After the delegates to the 1995 Grand Lodge Session voted to approve admitting women as well as men to membership, many Elks Ladies decided to become members of the Lodge, and, subsequently, the Middlesex Elks Ladies was dissolved.

Middlesex Elks Ladies

Ladies who served as President