Come have fun with us at the Downers Grove Moose Lodge!

1030 Warren Ave., Downers Grove, IL. 630-968-4550

We are not a secret society but a private club. You must be invited and sponsored by a current member in good standing to join the Loyal Order of Moose. All events in the Lodge are for members and qualified guests.

QUEEN OF HEARTS CHANGES…

In order to re-set after the excitement of the big Queen of Hearts win here are the new prize rules taking effect:

– The Lodge is pre-funding the starting jackpot on the new game board at $5,000 (increased from $1,000).

– If any 2 through 10 Heart card is revealed on the game board, the player whose ticket was drawn will receive $50 (increased from one free drink).

– If the Jack, King, or Ace of Hearts is revealed on the game board, the player whose ticket was drawn will win $100 (increased from $25).

– If the first Joker of the game is revealed prior to the Queen of Hearts on the game board, the player whose ticket was drawn will win $100 (increased from $25).

– If the second Joker of the game is revealed prior to the Queen of Hearts on a game board, the player whose ticket was drawn will win half of the jackpot. In that case, play will end on the current game board and the other half of the jackpot will be the beginning jackpot on a new board (no change to this rule).

– If the Queen of Hearts is revealed on the game board, the player whose ticket was drawn will win the jackpot. Play will then end on the current board and play will begin on a new board (no change to this rule).

– If the player whose ticket is drawn does not qualify for any of the prizes above, they will win $25 (guarantees a winner every week).

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Just a few volunteer spots are still open to work in the Moose hot dog tent during Downers Grove’s Rotary GroveFest on June 25-28. Every year during the fest, the Lodge sells hot dogs, chips, popcorn, sodas and water under the red Moose tent in front of the Lodge. If you can volunteer to work one of the remaining shifts, sign up on one of the sheets posted on the ledge across from the Mens’/Ladies’ rooms in the social quarters.

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Soda Donations Needed

Donations of canned sodas are being accepted to be sold under the Moose tent during GroveFest. The need is for Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, and Fanta. If you can make a donation, please drop off in the storage room beside the popcorn machine in the Social Quarters. Thank you!

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Moose 4th of July Parade

How would you like to represent the Moose in the Downers Grove 4th of July parade? One of our Moose members has generously offered to drive her decked-out convertible in the parade. Anyone who wants to walk the parade route alongside the convertible to hand out flags and candy is welcome. The pre-parade staging area will be near DGN. Specific Moose staging information will be shared as soon as it’s released by the Village of DG. Of course, everyone is welcome to gather back at the Moose after the parade.

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DG Moose/Celebrating 250 Gear – Pop-Up Store Open Now

Want to add some DG Moose swag to your wardrobe? Orders are being taken online right now in the DG Moose/Celebrating 250 pop-up store. Samples are also on display in the social quarters. Orders must be placed on or before June 24 in order to be available for pickup at the Moose starting June 30. To place your order, go to https://www.undefeatedinfo.com/mooseswag. The order deadline will not be extended, but more pop-up sales may be held later.

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Fun Friday – July 10

The Moose’s next Fun Friday of the season is coming up on July 10. Local band, The Angry Lunch Ladies, will play outdoors at the monthly event, starting at approximately 6:00 pm. The “Ladies” perform their own brand of alternative favorites. The July Fun Friday charity will be Special Olympics Illinois. Reps will be on-hand to sell race entries into their annual fundraiser, The Chicago Ducky Derby. Hot dogs will be served, and games will be set up outside. Don’t miss out on the fun!_

Downers Grove’s annual Rotary GroveFest is coming up on June 25-28. The Moose needs volunteers to sell hot dogs under the tent in front of the Lodge during the Fest. Signup sheets will be posted this week in the social quarters on the ledge across from the Mens’/Ladies’ rooms. Sign up for a shift by yourself, or with frields and family. You’ll have a great spot to take in the sites and sounds of the Fest.  

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Women of the Moose Training Session

In other WOTM news… Our Downers Grove Chapter will host a training session on Saturday, July 11, from 9:00 am-3:00 pm. If you’re a Women of the Moose member, sign up to attend so you can learn more about how the group functions and why. To reserve your spot, email Chapter973@mooseunits.org.

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Moose 4th of July Parade Float – Help Needed…

The Moose is still looking for a truck, flat-bed vehicle, trailer, or hay rack to borrow for the Downers Grove 4th of July parade. If you have something to lend that can hold a float, please message the Lodge office at lodge1535@mooseunits.org.

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New Windows – Looking Good

Installation of new windows is happening now at the Moose.

Now on Tap

Now on tap at the Moose… Shiner Raspberry Lemonade Shandy. Give it a try if you’re looking for a refreshing summertime drink! The Lodge is also serving a variety of canned adult lemonade & tea flavored beverages, including Sun Cruisers.  

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The Patio is Open!

The Moose patio is open for business. Feel free to take your beverages outdoors, but keep them inside the confined areas in front of the Moose or in the alley on the West side. Alcohol consumed in the patio areas must be purchased inside the Lodge. Thank you for cleaning up after yourself and for keeping the seating areas smoke free.

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Get ready for big fun during Fun Fridays at the Moose. One Friday each month will be set aside for outdoor food, games, and hang time. The party’s planned for outdoors, but we’ll move it inside if the weather doesn’t cooperate. Either way, DJ Marko will spin tunes. Upcoming dates are: July 10, and August 7.

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Moose Golf Tournament – Sept. 19

We’re going to party like it’s the Waste Management Open at the annual Moose golf tournament. This year’s tournament will be back at Village Greens on Sept. 19. The sign-up link will be circulated soon.

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New Member Incentive

Has your spouse or a friend been a visiter at the Moose more than two times? If so, the General Laws require them to purchase their own membership. Moose International is currently offering an incentive for new members that involves waiving the initial $20 application fee with the payment of two years of dues. Here are the details:

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Security Cameras Coming Soon

Security cameras will be installed in mid-May in front of the Moose and in the social quarters. The cameras are in no way meant to spy on members and staff, and use of the cameras will follow applicable laws. Having the system in place will provide a level of security that many other Moose Lodges have already implemented.  

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Moose Parking Warning

Reminder: If you park on the East side of the Lodge, you’re subject to being towed. That lot is reserved for Starbucks customers and customers of other businesses in their building. Moose members can park in the lot behind the Moose, in the commuter lot across the street during off travel hours, or in parallel spots on Warren Avenue.   

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Attention Hockey Fans…

The Lodge is raffling off an autographed Bobby Hull hockey jersey. The jersey is on display in the glass case in the social quarters. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased from a Moose bartender.    

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Membership Rule Reminder…

Don’t forget that friends and family members can only visit the Moose two times before being required to join. If you’ve brought the same person to the Moose with you more than two times, or if you’ve opened the door for a person more than two times without them buzzing in, you’re violating Moose rules.

Remember:

1st time at the Moose = Visitor

2nd time at the Moose = Friend

3rd time at the Moose = Member  

That’s My Brick Fundraiser is Back

If you missed your chance to purchase a personalized brick for the front patio at the Moose, no worries. The order site is back open. Design and order your brick at the following link: https://www.thatsmybrick.com/dgmoose1535

Moose Appetizers – Get them now

The Lodge’s expanded food menu is a big hit. The menu features cheese curds, chicken strips, chicken wings, onion rings and French fries. The famous Moose pizzas are also still available.

Moose ID Cards

All members are required to present their cards for service. Only active members can make purchases at the bar. No exceptions. Please be polite to our bartenders when they ask to see your membership card.

Lodge meetings are on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. They are at 7:30 PM in the kids/meeting room. If the door is closed at 7:30, feel free to knock.  All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

VIDEO GAMES AND MORE…

Inside the Lodge, members can try their luck on our video gaming machines. If gambling isn’t your thing, no worries. Shuffleboard, pool, darts, and foosball is available and is free of charge. Golden Tee Golf also available.