Sacramento Elks Lodge #6

08/26/2025

The Americanism Essay Contest is back!

A program of the Elks’ Grand Lodge Fraternal Committee, this contest is geared towards students in 5th through 8th grades to promote patriotism among young people.

Rules

At the time of the contest, eligible participants must be Students enrolled in one of these four divisions: I—5th grade; II—6th grade; III—7th grade; or IV—8th grade.
Essay length is not to exceed 300 words.
Essay must be typed or legibly printed in ink. Also, Essay must be submitted as written (or typed) by the entrant.
Essay must be submitted for judging to the Elks Lodge nearest to the address of the entrant.
Participant must be identified by name, grade, school attending and sponsoring Elks Lodge on the Essay.

Awards

Plaques will be awarded by Grand Lodge for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place for national winning essays in Divisions I, II, III, and IV. Monetary awards will be disbursed for each grade level for 1st Place—$1,000; 2nd Place—$500; and 3rd Place—$250. Winners will be announced at the Grand Lodge Session.

Application Packet

https://www.elks.org/grandlodge/fraternal/files/americanismEssayContest.pdf

download the application materials and follow the instructions.

All applications must include the coverpage to identify the student and local Elks Lodge it is submitted to. Essay should be submitted to your nearest local Elks Lodge on/before December 15, 2025.

Our address is 6446 Riverside Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95831
Open M-F 9AM-3PM

08/26/2025

Heads up, our lounge & bar will be closed Monday September 1st, 2025 in observance of Labor Day! Wishing our amazing bar staff a well-deserved day off!

08/20/2025

I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream!

🍨 We are switching it up to beat the heat! Join us tomorrow in the lounge for ice cream and chili dogs or nachos 6 PM to 8 PM.

We are doing this Ice Cream social instead of the back patio barbecue. See you there!

08/17/2025

A recent meeting after Shumate’s performance highlighted a shared mastery of the organ—an instrument demanding rare skill, coordination, and lifelong dedication.

Together, they represent a musical bridge between generations.Much like the ancient organs from third-century Greeks that were powered by displacing water into airtight containers to push wind needed to play notes, today’s church organs are quickly becoming obsolete.

Still, two Elks Lodges in the nine lodge North Central District of California have the honor and rare privilege of enjoying organ music at their meetings and ritual ceremonies.

Chuck Shumate (left) of Carmichael Elks Lodge Number 2103 and Dan Baldassari (Right) of Sacramento Elks Lodge Number 6 are unique among musicians who have mastered the complex art of playing the organ.

Shumate is 101 years old. He has been an Elk for 39 years and is an Army veteran.

Baldassari is half Shumate’s age at 50 years old. He has been an Elk for two years. Baldassari started his musical training playing the trumpet in high school. Baldassari’s music teacher, a fellow trumpet player, Tom Thompson was a former International Concert Artist for the Hammond Organ Company.

Among Thompson’s many students is Stu Boyer, the retired organist of Pizza and Pies that was located on Arden Way in Sacramento.

Written by Patty McDaniel-Elks lodge 6 trustee

08/10/2025

Get ready for our membership drive! September 1st-October 31st we have a $1 application fee! This may be a great time to check out the lodge and its amazing community that would be way cooler if YOU were in it.

Did you know?

*All events and activities are mainly run by volunteers!
*We have over 700 members from the Sacramento / surrounding area.
*Each year we vote 🗳️ in the officers who act as the clubs leadership and who participate in shared duties to keep things in order.
*We have committees for most all departments.
*As the 6th lodge ever built, we are proud of our rich Sacramento history 😍

And we’ve come a long way since our early days as a men-only organization. We’re now a thriving, inclusive community.

As a member, you have the chance to get involved, shape the future and support our community. Stop by and say hi or schedule a tour!

08/10/2025

Isn’t she lovely?

I struggle with choices… should I get my go-to cocktail or a happy hour special?? 😩 I’ll just do both.

Happy Hour Daily, 4:00pm to 5:30pm

Monday - 3:00 - 9:00
Tuesday - Friday 3:00 - 10:00
Saturday - 3:00 - 9:00
Sunday - 1:00 - 8:00

08/10/2025

.updates Our JFK local high school has a girls flag football team and a few dollars to go towards their needs. Go girls!

08/07/2025

08/03/2025

This Friday!! Bring chairs or picnic blankets. ☀️

07/19/2025

Elks 6 car show!! Today from 9-1pm cruise on by and check out the beauties!

07/17/2025

Sales are on! Get your tickets M-F 9-3pm 🤙

07/17/2025

Sunday funday’s at Sac 6
Members & their guests are invited to join us. Bring snacks to share!