It was a special day for moms at the Mission Viejo, Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge. The annual event has grown in popularity and is held for members and their guests. Next to honoring the mothers, the star of the show was the lavish buffet with fresh fruit, a carving station – pork loin & prime rib, bacon & sausage, eggs benedict, biscuits and gravy, waffles with strawberries & whip cream, and omelets made to order.
There were also other breakfast pastries and desserts and coffee, tea and orange juice. Carnations were handed to all the mothers and the centerpieces (floral wicker purses with potted mini rose plants) were raffled off.
Barbara King Greeter
Mother’s Day cards were given to the children so they could color a special Mother’s Day card for mom. There was also a complimentary glass of champagne for the Mothers. The brunch was a big success thanks to all who attended and all the wonderful members who volunteered as helpers.
Dave Perry Waffles
Event Chairman Cindy Wooten thanked all of those members who helped with the set up and those that helped cook and serve the Brunch: ER Mike Klinger, Phil Jimenez, Dave and Cheryl Tucker, Sandy and Jack Jacobs, Rich and Ria Capotosta, Harvey and Pat Ohman, Margie Paul, Irene Romero, Pam Mackey, Steve Cagnacci and Barbara Coppola, Gail Patti, Jamie Camunas, Vicki Long, Dennis Boelts, John Fietz, Kevin Lindley, Pam Mackey, Julie Thomas, Paul Nagi, Dave Perry, Rick Lambert, Pam Mackey, and Barbara King.
Chef John Feitz and grandson
Chairman Wooten said she was amazed at all the love and support provided during the planning, the setup and on the day of the event. She said, “I truly thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for all their support and their help to ensure that our Mother’s Day Brunch was a success.”
Cindy Wooten Family
Lodge #2444 is celebrating 49 years of service to Saddleback Valley Communities. It is one of 8 lodges in the Orange Coast District of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE) whose headquarters is in Chicago, Illinois. The BPOE is a charitable organization with a 150-year history of giving. “Elks Care Elks Share” For information regarding Elks programs or membership, call 949 830-3557.
Media Contact: Andy Costello
Photo Credits: Mission Viejo, Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge
