POTSDAM – The Potsdam Elks Lodge, as part of their Veteran's Outreach Program and through its motto, Elks Care, Elks Share, is sponsoring an inaugural Aaron Howell banquet on Friday, Oct. 8, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The price of the evening is $20, and includes choice of roast beef or ham, with sides and non-alcoholic beverages.

Tickets are available beginning Sept. 20. Though individual tickets are available, they would prefer to sell the tickets in blocks of 8. There are also tickets available to individuals and businesses who would like to support the effort, but cannot attend the evening, again a donation of $20 each, or a table for $160.

The evening will feature dining and entertainment.

If you or your business would like to purchase a table, or individual tickets, contact Brenda Thornton at 212-9601 or brendaleethornton@live.com.

All of the proceeds will be sent directly to the Aaron Howell fund to support his family in their travels and his growing medical bills.