The Krewe of Elks opened their Carnival Season with a Cocktail Party held Saturday, Feb. 19, at the Elks Lake Lodge. The entrance road to the Lodge was marked with a huge sign in purple, green and gold welcoming guests to the “Krewe of Elks Carnival.” Massive Mardi Gras masks on posts held the bannerlike sign in the air. The drive in front of the building was outlined in torches with blue lame streamers and sparkling ground lights. A gigantic crown of lights sat atop the building. As one entered the building you could hear the sounds of whales frolicking and laughter of those attending the event whose theme was “Under the Sea.” Ushers Bob Johnson, Kent Mohawk, Phil Sudduth, David Brown, Greg Barrett and Curtis Goff escorted members and guests from their cars. In the grand ballroom guests were greeted by the reigning King Elk XLIV, Steve Oshrin and his wife, Joanne; the reigning Queen Elk XLIV, Richie Malone and her husband, Sidney and Krewe Captain Chris Herrod and his wife, Christy. The massive ballroom took on the appearance of an underwater kingdom of amazement and frivolity with bubbles, schools of fish and beautiful creatures of the sea. The Fruit Table featured silver tri-level compotes outlining the table. Bananas and strawberries were displayed for dipping into various chocolate sauces. Tropical fish swam overhead. The Seafood Table formed the centerpiece of the room giving the appearance of being underwater. Blue, sea green and turquoise fabric was draped above the table with dolphins, whales and porpoises swimming through. King
Nep-tune dominated the center of the table with large pieces of blue coral erupting to the surface. Shrimp, oysters and other seafood delicacies were served. The Sweets Table featured a mermaid surrounded by coral. German chocolate squares, lemon squares and other delightful morsels were served. The Carving Station dominated one corner of the room with a school of colorful fish swimming overhead. A master carver could be seen serving a mouth-watering roasted pig. The Traditional Table featured a seahorse circling a chest filled with treasure. Dips, cheeses and other party foods filled the table. Tables for guests and members were interspersed throughout the ballroom forming quaint areas for conversation. The tables were covered in ecru linen with overlays of blue silk. Large vases with lighted crystals and floating sea creatures completed the tables. The bar tables were at one end of the enormous room with large lighted signs pointing the way. Chairman for the event was Diane Warren. The Table Chairmen are – Seafood, Nicole Rose; Meat, Emma Rose Cubley; Sweets, Janet Pascale; Traditional, Sue Lyon and Fruit, Christy Herrod. Social Committee members are Lionel Campbell, Pammie and Kirk Harpole, Thelma Roberts, Janice Stambaugh, Jennifer Cook, Shelia Calhoun, Janice Cullen, Joanne Oshrin, Bonnie McNair, Chris Thompson, Libby Moudy, Pam Nobles, Magaret Langford, Judy Carney, Joan Slay, Joyce Lee, Tiny Hicks, Ruth Centanni, Nadine Sumrall, Peggy Pittman, Sylvia Davis, Charlotte Shoemake, Brenda Goff, Nellie Phillips, April Phillips and Diane Warren.
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