The Lutheran Heritage Foundation was established on Nov. 10, 1992, by Rev. Dr. Robert Rahn. The foundation, which strives to provide the most accurate translations of Lutheran literature available, employs more than 300 people around the world to work as translators, reviewers, editors, general linguists and theological specialists. In addition to translating Lutheran literature, the foundation also publishes and distributes it at no cost to pastors, seminary students, missionaries and churches. Since its establishment, the foundation has published and distributed more than 450 titles and 3 million Lutheran books in 80 countries and 90 languages. The foundation encourages donations to help continue its work, and representatives are available to give presentations for churches wishing to learn more about the foundation and its works.
The American Legion Post#15 in East Greenwich is a hall with a restaurant and bar. The kitchen offers regular specials, such as fish and chips on Fridays. The hall is available to rent and is used by various organizations for events such as weekly auctions and entertainment. It is also the location of the Christmas Eve Community Dinner sponsored by Christ Church.
The Fraternal Order of Police Baltimore City Lodge represents more than 5,000 active and retired officers in the area. Events include general meetings, ladies' nights and happy hours for its members, along with candlelight vigils for fallen Baltimore City Police Department police officers and their families.
Millican-Mackenzie Post 273 offers support services to veterans and the surrounding community. The post hosts numerous events and community services including golf tournaments, charitable events and more. The hall also is available to rent for special occasions, parties, anniversaries and more. Call to schedule an event or check the main site for a schedule.
Elks Lodges offer community buildings for family recreational activities. Membership is required and only available by invitation from a current member. The Elks is an American fraternity and works to provide educational and patriotic programs for the community and its members.
This location is the Carmichael Lodge. The director is Thomas Busch. The lodge features 12 RV sites, a dining room that is open for lunch daily at 11:30am, a lounge area open for drinks and popcorn, banquet rooms that can be rented to the public, a bingo room and a swimming pool that is open from June 1 to Labor Day.
The post's members have served in a variety of overseas conflicts, including World War II, Vietnam, Korea, Iraq and Afghanistan. The bar and activity room are open to members and their guests. The banquet rooms are available for rent, and buzz with activity during the Post's many events, including holiday parties, Texas Hold-Em tournaments, bingo and Karaoke.
The Park West Lion's Club Community Center is located off of Sunnygate Drive in a beautiful building. It serves the Manassas community with a group of men and women who do volunteer work for humanitarian causes in Manassas.
The Park West Lions Community Center is used for club functions and is also home to other community organizations like the Boy Scouts. The Park West Lion's Club Community Center can be rented out for occasions like wedding receptions and business meetings.
Santa Cruz Elks Lodge offers a place for Elks members to gather. It works closely with the community through special programs, sponsorships, fundraisers and special events. The location hosts weekly bingo games and dinners, as well as birthday nights and community events. A calendar of local events is available at the website listed.
Elks Lodge No. 2284 is part of a foundation made up of a network of lodges around the country. Each lodge brings communities together by offering scholarships, meals, summer camps, entertainment and other activities.
Congress chartered the American Legion in 1919, making it the largest veterans organization. Even after coming back from serving the country, these veterans still serve their communities by mentoring youth, advocating patriotism and promoting a strong national security. Current members partner with fellow servicemembers and veterans.
The Legion also offers many programs, like the American Legion Baseball, Heroes to Hometowns, and has great political influence in the legislative process.
The Plainfield American Legion Hall is a banquet hall and bar available to the community for rentals; it also hosts Bingo games. For rental details, call the number provided.
At the Watertown Sons of Italy Function Hall, you'll find two separate meeting halls capable of entertaining nearly any size group. There's a smaller hall suited for 15 to 80 people, and a larger hall that can serve 100 to 275. This is an ideal location for any social function, including wedding receptions, birthday, graduations, bar and bat mitzvahs, and business meetings. The amenities include a stage, bar and a full kitchen, and the organization hosts regular events such as weekly bingo nights.
American Legion Post 180 is a veterans association that works closely with the community. It holds numerous events and support services including entertainment events, community programs, work with Boy Scouts and much more. The location also offers a hall for rentals for all types of parties, including family occasions, business events and more. The area can hold up to 200 people and offers a fully equipped kitchen as well as indoor and outdoor facilities. Check the main site for a schedule of events or cal to speak with an associate.
