Newport Lodge #104
Activities Schedule
Featured events this month, plus the social activities that run all year long.
See the lodge’s full schedule on elks.org — every committee meeting, ritual, special event, and band schedule.
Featured this Month — October 2026
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Sun Oct 25 · 9 AM · Fort AdamsRescheduled to October 25 — join the lodge team at Fort Adams for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the capstone of the lodge’s ALZ fundraising — sign up with the lodge team at alz.org/walk.
Pumpkin Carving & Cook-Off
Sun Oct 25 · 12 – 4 PMBring a pumpkin and your carving game — carving is free (adults only) — plus a second round of fall cooking competition: bring your cauldron filled with brews to enchant. Prizes and bragging rights on the line.
Elks Halloween Party
Fri Oct 30 · 6 – 10 PMCostumes, music, and Halloween spirit at the lodge — plus the Monthly Madness jackpot drawing Saturday the 31st at 9 PM.
Coming Up — Sign-Ups Open Now
Memorial Barstools for the Lounge
Order by Sun Nov 1 · only 20 leftThe House Committee is offering new replacement Lounge barstools, each with a memorial plaque on the back honoring the person of your choice. Made in the USA — walnut-colored wood with blue seats to match the Lounge wainscoting. Thirty are being made; ten are already spoken for.
$300 per stool
Sign-up sheets and order forms in the Member’s Lounge
WaterFire Providence — Salute to Veterans
Sat Nov 7 · Bus TripJoin the lodge for the 14th Annual Salute to Veterans WaterFire in Providence — braziers on the river, a night honoring our veterans, and a bus to take us there and back.
$20 per person
Sign-up sheets in the Member’s Lounge · bus seats limited to 48
Free Dental Clinic for Veterans
Wed Nov 11 (Veterans Day) · 136 Broadway, NewportNewport Family & Cosmetic Dentistry hosts its annual Veterans Day clinic: exams, necessary X-rays, cleanings, fillings, and basic extractions at no charge for adult veterans. Please share with any veteran who would benefit.
Free for adult veterans
Appointments required — call to learn more or book
2026 Citizen of the Year: Cocktails & Dinner
Sat Nov 14 · Cocktails 5 – 6 PM · Dinner at 6:30Join us as we honor Mary Lou Cavanaugh, Newport Lodge #104’s 2026 Citizen of the Year.
$40 per person
Tickets on sale now in the Member’s Lounge
Sip & Paint with Mermaid Masterpieces
Sat Nov 15 · 3 – 4 PM · arrive by 2:30A guided painting experience with a glass of wine or soda, appetizers, and all art supplies included.
$40 Elks members · $45 non-members
Sign-up sheets in the Member’s Lounge · sign up by Nov 8
Ongoing Social Activities
Trivia Potluck
Mondays · 6:30 PMTrivia night with a potluck spread. Four rounds, six questions each; teams of up to 6.
Queen of Hearts
Wednesdays · 7 PMOne card drawn each week; the jackpot grows until the Queen is revealed. Rules & details →
Literary Circle
Last Thursday · 6 PMThe lodge book club, in the Honor Room. You’ll receive a link to the book club app with each month’s pick and details.
Pickleball
Sat & Sun · 10 AM – 2 PMMon · 4:30 – 6:30 PM
In the Lodge Room — bring your own paddle, all levels welcome. Lodge #104 members only.
$25 one-time sign-up
$3 for 2 hours
Check the monthly calendar for occasional cancellations.
Yoga
Wednesdays · 4 – 5 PMFoundational yoga classes for everyone, in the Lodge Room. Wear comfy clothing and bring a yoga mat.
$5 Elks members
$15 Elk guests
October: Oct 7 & 21 only.
Mahjong
Fridays · 2 – 4 PMIn the Honor Room. Beginners and advanced players welcome, and Elks may bring guests.
$2 Elks members
$10 Elk guests
October 2026 — Printable Calendar
Here's the printed monthly calendar as a single image. Use the button to download a copy.
