Come have fun with us at the Downers Grove Moose Lodge!
Social Quarters Hours: M-F 3:00-1:00, Sat. 12:00-1:00, Sun. 11:00-11:00
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.
Estimated Jackpot: 5/16/2026, $5,000.00
2 through 10 of Hearts $50.00
Jack, King, Ace of Hearts or 1st Joker $100.00
Jackpot: 5/2/2026, $163,000.00
CONGRATULATIONS to Alex Keating for winning tonight’s Queen of Hearts game! Alex’s ticket was drawn and he chose card #3, which was the Queen of Hearts. Way to go!
QUEEN OF HEARTS CHANGES…
In order to re-set after the excitement of the big Queen of Hearts win on Saturday, there will be no drawing this weekend. However, all tickets purchased this week will be included in the next drawing on Saturday, May 16th. 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).
Mooseheart Blessing Of the Bikes
Event Details
Event Time: Saturday May 16, 2026 at 12:15 p.m. at the Mooseheart Field House
Event Questions: call Moose International Activities Department at (630) 966-2214.
Questions with Registration: call Moose Charities at (630) 966-2200
Advanced Register Online By May 13,2026
- Advance registration – $20 Per Person
To register by check send to Moose Charities at :
155 S International Dr. Mooseheart, IL 60539
** Please make check out to Moose Charities and on the memo line include Blessing of the Bikes
Registration On Site on May 16, 2026
- Registration On Site May 16 – $ 30 Per Person
On-Site Registration will close at 11:45 a.m. March of Checks will start at 12:15 p.m. followed by the Blessing of the Bikes
** Participants Receive Blessing and a Patch
Cinco de Mayo Birthday Fun
A huge thank you to the Gardner family for planning and inviting the Lodge to the surprise birthday party for Robin on Cinco de Mayo. Robin was truly surprised, and Moose bartender Molly’s birthday was also celebrated. The entertainment, tacos, and margaritas were great, and there was even a guest performance by Moose bartender, Ryan.
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
Moose 4th of July Parade Float – Help Needed…
Do you have a truck, flat-bed vehicle, trailer, or hay rack you can lend to the Moose for the 4th of July parade? Our Moose is planning to be part of Downers Grove’s parade this year. If you have something that can be used to haul the Moose float, please message the Lodge office at lodge1535@mooseunits.org.
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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.
Moose 4th of July Parade Float
After taking a few years off, our Moose is planning to be part of Downers Grove’s 4th of July Parade. If you have a flat-bed vehicle, trailer, or hay rack you’re willing to loan to transport the Moose float, please message the Lodge office at lodge1535@mooseunits.org.
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Fun Fridays at the Moose…
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. Dates are: May 8, June 5, July 10, and August 7.
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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.
Moose Cruise Night’s for all of 2026 has been canceled.
We have enjoyed sponsoring this event for the last 5 years. Thank you to all that have supported and participated in cruise nights. Please continue to support all the not-for-profit groups that have been showcased during cruise nights. Send questions and comments to: lodge1535@mooseunits.org
The Loyal Order of Moose is a fraternal and service organization. It was founded in 1888 by James J Davis. Now, the organization is led by Scott D Hart. With almost one million members in roughly 1,600 Lodges in 49 states and four Canadian provinces, plus Great Britain. The Loyal Order of Moose, along with other units of Moose International, supports the operation of Mooseheart Child City & School. This is a 1,000-acre community for children and teens in need, located 40 miles west of Chicago. It also supports Moosehaven, a 70-acre retirement community for its members near Jacksonville, FL. Additionally, members of the Moose conduct approximately $70 million worth of community service (counting monetary donations and volunteer hours worked) annually. The Loyal Order of Moose organizes and participates in numerous sports and recreational programs, in local Lodges and Family Centers in the majority of 44 State and Provincial Associations, and on a fraternity-wide basis. Lodges across the Fraternity are known for creating life-long bonds between members through activities and a shared concern for children in need, seniors and the communities in which they live.
The Loyal Order of Moose is a private organization. All activities and events referred to on this Web site and in the Moose newsletter are available to members in good standing and their qualified guests only. This Web site is for informational purposes with proprietary information intended for members only. General information is available to the public at large but should not be construed to be a solicitation for membership. This Web site is an initiative of Downers Grove, IL. Moose Lodge No. 1535 and is not sanctioned by the Loyal Order of Moose, Moose International or any subsidiary thereof. All logos, trademarks and service marks pertaining to the Loyal Order of Moose and/or its programs or degrees are copyrighted © by Moose International, Inc., Mooseheart, IL.
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