Loveland Eagles to Host 3^rd Annual “Christmas in July”
Benefiting Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Ohio Valley Voices & the Loveland Initiative
 
With the motto “People helping People”, the Loveland Fraternal Order of Eagles #3006, 127 N. Karl Brown Way, is bringing holiday cheer to area youth a few months early with their 3rd annual “Christmas In July” fundraiser on Saturday, July 19, from Noon-11:00 pm.
 
Come and see how we “deck the halls” at this unique celebration!  Guests are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Financial proceeds raised through sponsorships, games, silent auctions, raffles, etc., will benefit all 3 charities.  Last year, this event raised over $13,000, as well as collected over 150 toys.
 
The day begins with breakfast being served by the Eagle Riders at 8:00 am.  The Eagle Riders will then host a Poker/Toy Run, with kickstands up at 10:00 am.  The riders will visit and collect toys and donations at 5 local FOE clubs and return to the Loveland FOE around 5:00 pm.
 
Beginning at noon, this event welcomes the entire community, and features live musical entertainment, silent auctions, raffles, children’s games and of course, the Santa Band performs at 3:30 pm and welcomes Santa promptly at 4:00 pm.
 
The Loveland Fraternal Order of Eagles 3006 has maintained a presence in the community since 1949 and currently hosts more than 700 Aerie, Auxiliary and Eagle Rider members. In the past, members have raised and donated more than $35,000 annually to, Granny’s Garden, God, Flag and Country competitions, Loveland, Goshen & Cincinnati Schools, One Way Farms, St. Jude’s, Buckeye Search & Rescue,  Stan McCoy Scholarship Fund, Children’s Meeting House, One Sight,  various Girl and Boy Scouts troops and many more deserving organizations.
 
For more information, please contact event chairperson Lori Murphy at 513-543-9047.  To become a sponsor or donate to this event, contact Margie Hominy 513-442-2672.  For information regarding the Poker/Toy Run, please contact Phyllis & Clark Bowman at 513-404-5093.