Canton Elks Lodge 626

06/07/2026

Members, there is a lodge meeting tomorrow at 7, open to paid members, will start promptly at 7.

06/03/2026

This Friday the Queen of Hearts starts at $14,361. The Veterans Committee will have hotdogs and chips, asking for donations

06/02/2026

MEDIA ALERT – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Elks Lodges Nationwide to Celebrate Flag Day

Chicago, IL – June 14, 2026 – As the nation celebrates America 250, thousands of Americans will gather at Elks Lodges across the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Panama Canal Zone to honor Flag Day, continuing one of the country’s oldest and most distinguished patriotic traditions.

Long before Flag Day became an official federal observance, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks was honoring the American flag. In 1908, the Elks Grand Lodge formally established June 14 as Flag Day, making the Elks the only fraternal organization in the nation that mandates an annual formal Flag Day ceremony in every Lodge.

The Elks’ unwavering commitment to patriotism helped elevate Flag Day into the national spotlight. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson officially proclaimed June 14 as Flag Day, and in 1949, President Harry S. Truman—an Elks member from Independence, Missouri—signed legislation permanently recognizing it as a national observance.

As America marks its 250th anniversary, the Elks continue to stand among the nation’s leading forces for patriotism, charity, and community service. For 158 years, Elks members have strengthened communities and supported the nation through service and generosity, contributing more than $15 billion in charitable donations nationwide.

In 2025 alone, Elks members donated an estimated $550 million in cash, goods, and volunteer service supporting veterans, youth programs, scholarships, food initiatives, and critical local community needs.

With 1,841 Lodges and 800,000 members nationwide, the Elks continue to promote American values, civic pride, and love of country in communities large and small.

“During America’s 250th anniversary year, Flag Day carries even greater meaning,” said Elks officials. “It is a celebration of our nation’s history, our freedoms, and the enduring unity symbolized by the American flag.”

Communities are encouraged to attend local Elks Flag Day ceremonies and experience a patriotic tradition that has inspired generations of Americans for more than a century.

Website: www.elks.org
Membership Information: join.elks.org

05/28/2026

This Saturday, May 30th at 10am stop by The Plaza for StoryTime with the Canton History and Arts Alliance.

A big thank you to the Canton Elks Lodge 626 for sponsoring StoryTime at The Plaza and helping make this new community event possible.

Join us Saturday, May 30 at 10am at The Plaza as local farmer Rye Randolph and Jason Gumbart from APEX Seed read a story about farm life. See a real farming tractor!

The first 40 children attending will receive a copy of the book to take home. We’re grateful for community partners like the Elks who help create opportunities for families to learn, connect and enjoy time together in downtown Canton.

05/22/2026

If there are post on our Facebook account to order t-shirts it is a scam, do not order from them. Thank you

05/21/2026

The Veterans committee will be cooking for Bingo tonight from 530 to 7, chops, chips and baked beans for $6. Veterans eat free.

05/21/2026

Come out for some great food and live music!

05/16/2026

The Elks would like to wELKome our new members Francie Roberson and Debbie Yerbic to the lodge. Congratulations

05/16/2026

Thank you Terry Haynes and Ryan Kozelichki for cooking at Camp Big sky today, we appreciate you two for doing this.

12/20/2025

This morning Canton Elks #626 along with amazing volunteers filled and delivered 160 Christmas baskets. A special thanks to Jon Grzanich and the Canton High school boys basketball team for joining in the fun. Its a great day to be an Elk.