Who We Are... |
Lodge Estlian is a fraternal organization that focuses on family, community and heritage. The Lodge consists of over 400 area members that typically meet the first Sunday at every month at the Caseyville Township Hall, 10001 Bunkum Road, Fairview Heights, Illinois.
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Community... |
As a non profit organization, Lodge Estlian is proud of its many charitable donations and its community service through the efforts of its members. Lodge Estlian has provided support to the following organizations over the past year:
Meals on Wheels
Women’s Crises Center
Ronald McDonald House
American Heart Association
American Cancer Society
Albin Polasek Foundation and Museum
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Family...
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Lodge Estlian has many events that focus on building strong families and friendships. While many members attend the monthly Lodge meetings to play cards or bingo and have great conversation with friends, there are many family oriented activities to enjoy as well. These activities include: Bowling Leagues, Get-Togethers, and special outings. Please view the calendar page for more information on upcoming events. Many of these events are open to members and non members alike, although Lodge members receive special discounts and bonuses.
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Lodge Estlian is the fraternal organization to CSA Fraternal Life, which had its beginnings in St. Louis over 150 years ago. CSA, formerly the Czechoslovak Society of America, was formed as a non profit organization to provide financial support and a network of friends to widows and orphans of Czech immigrants to the United States. Many of the men at that time took very dangerous jobs and the organization was there to help in times of tragedy.
As CSA, the organization is not solely focused on the Czech heritage but focuses on all heritages, attempting to keep alive the culture and grand traditions of many countries around the world. Lodge Estlian promotes many cultural events including its St. Patrick’s Day party, to be held March 5th, 2006, and will include Irish dancing by The Clarkson School of Irish Dance; and the CSA Heritage Festival, which is held in October and includes Czech and German music, food, and pastries.
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How to become a member... |
You automatically become a member to Lodge Estlian
by having insurance through CSA Fraternal Life, a non profit
insurance company. However, Lodge Estlian accepts social
members for a modest annual fee of $25. Send your check
to:
Make
check payable to CSA 2005 and send to:
Michael A.
Kupinski
14 N. Kingshighway
St. Louis, MO 63108
Or pay online:
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