Hi all, The Men’s Club Board will meet at 7:30 PM on October 8 followed by the Regular Membership meeting at 8 PM. We have been asked to cover the cost for maintenance expenses related to building and grounds (parking lot & retaining wall on north end of campus). Total is $1,850. Elections at this month’s meeting. Pizza is planned for the meeting. The September meat raffles are projected to make $580. Looking forward: Meat raffles every Friday at Gallagher’s Bar, 5 pm. Come to help or come to buy. They serve a good fish dinner on Fridays! October meeting will be on the October … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News October 2025
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Men’s Club News September 2025
The Men’s Club Board will meet at 7:30 PM on September 10 followed by the Regular Membership meeting at 8 PM. We have been asked to provide support to the parish youth group project on Sunday 9/21. Discussions amongst our board members are leaning for us to provide the food for the event with other volunteers doing the cooking and serving. Open for discussion at the meeting. The August meat raffles are projected to make $600. Congratulations to the Miesville Mudhens, the 2025 Minnesota Baseball Association Class A Champions. Looking forward: Meat raffles every Friday at Gallagher’s … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News September 2025
Men’s Club News August 2025
The next meeting of the Men’s Club is Wednesday, 8/13/2025. Our Board meets at 7:30 and the Regular meeting starts at 8 pm. We will have a guest from Community of Saints at the regular meeting. Our next event is this coming Sunday, 8/17/2025. Mass on the Grass at Cherokee Park. Mass starts at 10:30 am. Bring your own lawn chairs. We are providing the burgers, dogs and brats. This year, we are going to cook at church and haul them up in warmers. We’ll also have some refreshments available. Cooking starts at 8:00 if you want to help with that. Looking forward: Meat raffles every Friday at … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News August 2025
Men’s Club News July 2025
The next board/regular meeting of the St. Matthew’s Men’s Club is our July 9 meeting which is the night that we take a bus to Miesville. Here are the details that went into the bulletin. I hope you can join us. It’s always a fun time. Miesville Mudhens Trip – The Men’s Club has reserved a bus to attend a Miesville Mudhens baseball game on Wednesday, July 9. The bus leaves St. Matthew’s at 6 pm, arrival in Miesville by 7 pm, game starts at 8 pm and we return after the game. Food is available for purchase at the ballpark, at King’s Place Bar & Grill, and Wiederholt’s Supper Club. Ballpark … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News July 2025
Men’s Club News February 2025
February 2025 General Meeting The February general meeting will be held at the 5-8 Club, 1741 S Robert St, West St Paul this coming Wednesday February 12th at 6pm. A meal off the menu and complimentary beverages will be provided by the Men’s Club. Winter Fest The Men’s Club will be once again selling food and drinks at this year’s Dodge Nature Center Winter Fest on Saturday February 15th from 2pm to 5pm, 1701 Charlton Street, West St. Paul, volunteers needed. Fish Fries Fish Fries will begin on Friday March 7th and run through Friday April 18th, flyers to follow soon. Meat … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News February 2025
Lenten Fish Fry: March 7 through April 18, 2025
36th Annual Lenten Fish Fry St. Matthew’s Social Hall 510 Hall Ave., St. Paul, MN 55107 Every Friday March 7 through Good Friday April 18 Serving Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Download flyer: 2025 Fish Fry Flyer.pdf Both dine-in and curbside pick-up options are available. Table service for dine-in, no buffet line Fish meal includes choice of fried or baked Wild Caught Alaskan Pollock, baked potato, vegetable, coleslaw, roll, dessert, coffee, milk, water. Fish meal: Adults $16 Fish meal: Children 5-12 $8 Fish meal: Under 5 free Non-fish options include coffee, milk, water and … [Read more...] about Lenten Fish Fry: March 7 through April 18, 2025
Men’s Club News December 2024
General Meeting, Wednesday December 11 at 7pm St. Matthew's Social Hall Men’s Club Annual Christmas Auction The Christmas auction will be held on Wednesday December 11th. General meeting at 7pm, auction starts at 7:30pm. Pizza and beverages provided by the club, invite family, friends, and neighbors. Proceeds from the auction will help people in the community during the holiday season. Santa Breakfast St. Matthew's Men's Club will once again be a part "Breakfast with Santa" on Sunday December 15th. Cooking will start at 7am, breakfast will be served from 9:00am to 1:00pm. We would … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News December 2024
Men’s Club Holiday Auction
Wednesday, December 11, 2024,7:00 PM Church of Saint Matthew Social Hall The Men’s Club Holiday Auction to raise funds for Parish and Community of Saints Regional Catholic School families will be held at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, December 11. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Food and refreshments will be provided. Items auctioned include: gift cards, homemade foods, fruit boxes and donated items. Accepting donations of gift cards, homemade foods (cookies, holiday candies, your home canning specialties) and gift baskets. Contact Tim Nowak at 612-269-9471 or bring your donation to the auction. … [Read more...] about Men’s Club Holiday Auction
Men’s Club News November 2024
General Meeting, Wednesday November 13 at 8pm St. Matthew's Social Hall Menu – Premium leftovers from turkey bingo Turkey Bingo Turkey Bingo on Saturday 11/9 was a big success, we had the biggest turnout ever. The kitchen sold most everything, the bar had a big night, and we sold 174 pre-pays for all the games. The turkey raffles at the end did very well. Thanks to all who attended and helped. Happy Veterans Day Happy Veterans Day to the Men’s Club members that served our country! Below is our friend Greg Arrigoni on the front page of the Saturday November 9 Pioneer Press newspaper, … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News November 2024
Men’s Club News October 2024
General Meeting, Wednesday October 9 at 8pm St Matthews Social Hall Menu – White Castle Turkey Bingo Turkey bingo will be Saturday November 9th right after mass. We will play fifteen games, twelve for turkeys, and three for half the pot. We will be serving Mrs. Keglers world-famous turkey wild rice hot dish, other food items, beverages, and snacks. Invite family, friends, and neighbors. Elections The elections will be held at the October meeting, Bob Bejlik will discuss the process at the general meeting. If you are interested in a position on the board, questions will be answered … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News October 2024
Men’s Club News September 2024
General Meeting, Wednesday September 11th at 8pm St Matthews Social Hall Menu – Club Surprise Elections The elections will be held at the October general meeting, Bob Bejlik will discuss the process at the September general meeting. If you are interested in a position on the board, questions will be answered that night. Board Events The board met this past Wednesday 9/4 at the 5-8 Club in West St Paul, all members were invited. These events are a great way for all members to meet outside of the church for fun and fellowship. The other purpose is to attract new members. If you have a … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News September 2024
Men’s Club News July 2024
The July Men’s Club general meeting will be held at the Miesville Mudhens baseball game on July 10. The bus leaves St. Matthew’s at 6:00 PM, game starts at 8:00 PM and returns after the game. Ballpark admission is $3 for 18 and older. Under 18 are free. The Men’s Club is paying for the bus and refreshments on the bus. There will be time before the game if you want to get something to eat local, there are restaurants within walking distance of the park. Anyone is welcome to ride the bus with us! Space is limited. Reservations via phone or email Tim Nowak (612-269-9471 … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News July 2024
Miesville Mudhens baseball, July 10, 2024, sponsored by Men’s Club
The Men’s Club has a bus to attend a Miesville Mudhens baseball game on July 10. The bus leaves St. Matthew’s at 6:00 PM, arrival in Miesville by 7:00 PM, game starts at 8:00 PM and returns after the game. Food is available for purchase at the ballpark, at King’s Place Bar & Grill, and Wiederholt’s Supper Club. Ballpark admission is $3 for 18 and older. Under 18 are free. The Men’s Club is paying for the bus and refreshments on the bus. Anyone is welcome to ride the bus with us! Space is limited. Reservations via phone or email Tim Nowak (612-269-9471 or ). Bob … [Read more...] about Miesville Mudhens baseball, July 10, 2024, sponsored by Men’s Club
Men’s Club News April 2024
General Meeting Wednesday April 10 at 8pm in the St Matt’s Social Hall Menu – White Castle Fish Fries We had another successful year of Men’s Club Fish Fries. Tim will review the final numbers at the general meeting. Thank you to all that helped make it a success! Men’s Club Fundraising Opportunity The Men’s Club has been asked again to provide a concession stand at the Dodge Nature Center Rock the Barn event on Saturday, May 18th from 3pm – 6pm. We will be selling food and beverages. We will be looking for help, Tim will discuss it at the general meeting. Sick and Vigil Father Steve is … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News April 2024
Men’s Club News March 2024
General Meeting Wednesday March 13th at 8pm in the St Matt’s Social Hall Menu – Lenten Snack Ham Bingo St. Matthew's Social Hall Saturday March 9th, 2024 5pm to 8pm $50 or Half the Pot Coverall on Final Game Fish Fries Fish Fries are well under way. They started on Friday February 16th and will run through Friday March 29th. The price for adults is $15.00, non-fish dinner $13.00, kids’ dinner $7.00 and children under 5 years old will be free. Larry Smith Larry has moved to the Southview Senior Living facility, 1984 Oakdale Ave, West St Paul, room # 416. His phone number is … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News March 2024
Ham Bingo Saturday, March 9, 2024
St. Matthew’s Men’s Club is hosting its annual Ham Bingo featuring twelve games for hams and three games for cash on Saturday, March 9. Doors open at 5:00 PM and games start at 5:30 PM. Food, beer, wine and pop available for purchase. Expected completion time is between 8:30 to 9:00 PM. … [Read more...] about Ham Bingo Saturday, March 9, 2024
Men’s Club News February 2024
General Meeting Wednesday February 14th at 8pm in the St Matt’s Social Hall Menu – Chef's Surprise Fish Fries Fish Fries will start this Friday February 16th at 4:30 pm and run through Friday March 29th. This year’s price for adults will be $15.00, non-fish dinner $13.00, kids’ dinner $7.00 and children under 5 years old will be free. Larry Smith Larry has moved to the Southview Senior Living facility, 1984 Oakdale Ave, West St Paul, room # 416. His phone number is 651-356-2329. Larry would love a call or a visit. Men’s Club Shirts The Men’s Club will be buying member’s t-shirts, … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News February 2024
Fish Fry Fridays: February 16- March 29, 2024
35th Annual Fish Fry Fridays St. Matthew’s Social Hall 510 Hall Ave., St. Paul, MN 55107 Every Friday Feb. 16 - Good Friday Mar. 29 Serving Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Both dine-in and curbside pick-up options are available. Table service for dine-in, no buffet line Baked and/or fried wild Alaskan pollock, baked potato, vegetable, cole slaw, roll and dessert. Grilled cheese or spaghetti available as non-fish option. Beer, wine and pop available for purchase Adult meal $15 fish / $13 non-fish. Cash, check or card. Children’s meals at reduced price Dine-in: enter at Door 5 at the rear … [Read more...] about Fish Fry Fridays: February 16- March 29, 2024
Men’s Club News January 2024
General Meeting Wednesday January 10, 7 pm, St. Matthew’s social hall Menu – Pizza Shoppe Pizza Social Event If you’re not doing anything on Wednesday January 17 just after 6pm, some of your fellow members are getting together for steak dinner at the Eagles Club, 287 Maria Ave St Paul (Dayton’s Bluff neighborhood). For $10.00 you get a steak, baked potato and salad. They also have a full-service bar. It’s a great little neighborhood establishment. Winter Fest The Men’s Club has once again been asked to have a concession stand at the Dodge Nature Center Winterfest. The event will be held … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News January 2024
Men’s Club News December 2023
General Meeting Wednesday December 13, 7 pm, St. Matthew’s social hall Men’s Club Annual Christmas Auction The Christmas auction will be held on Wednesday December 13th. General meeting at 7pm, auction starts at 7:30pm. Pizza and beverages provided by the club, invite family, friends, and neighbors. Proceeds from the auction will help people in the community during the holiday season. Santa Breakfast St. Matthew's Men's Club along with the scouts will once again host "Breakfast with Santa" on Sunday December 10th. The Rosary/CCW will also have wonderful baked goodies for sale. Plan to … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News December 2023
Men’s Club News November 2023
General Meeting Wednesday November 8th, 8pm, St Matthew’s social hall Menu – Chef's Surprise Turkey Bingo Turkey bingo will be Saturday November 4th right after mass. We will play fifteen games, twelve for turkeys, and three for half the pot. We will be serving Mrs. Keglers world-famous turkey wild rice hot dish, other food items, beverages, and snacks. Invite family, friends, and neighbors. Meat Raffles This is one of our most consistent fund raisers, we can always use help, sign-up sheet will be at the meeting. Thanks to those who help! Christmas Auction The Christmas auction will … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News November 2023
Men’s Club News October 2023
General Meeting Wednesday October 11th, 8pm, St Matthew’s social hall Menu – Hot Dogs, Corn dogs, Chips, etc. Turkey Bingo Turkey bingo will be Saturday November 4th right after mass. We will play fifteen games, twelve for turkeys, and three for half the pot. We will be serving Mrs. Keglers world-famous turkey wild rice hot dish, other food items, beverages, and snacks. Invite family, friends, and neighbors. Meat Raffles This is one of our most consistent fund raisers, we can always use help, sign-up sheet will be at the meeting. Thanks to those who help! Christmas Auction The … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News October 2023
Men’s Club news – board meeting time changed
For the months of August and September, the board meeting will be held on the same day as the general meeting. The board meeting will start at 7:15 pm and the general meeting will be at the usual 8 pm start time. Everyone is welcome to attend the board meeting, it is open to all members. Thank You! Bob Creamer … [Read more...] about Men’s Club news – board meeting time changed
Men’s Club News July 2023
Combined Board and General Meeting at the Miesville Mudhens Game, Wednesday July 12th Tickets are $3.00 for adults, 18 and under free. Free bus ride to the game. Your family and friends are welcome to attend! Questions on event contact Tim Nowak at 612-269-9471, email Mass and Picnic in the Park St. Matthew’s annual Mass and Picnic in the Park will be on Sunday, August 13 at the Cherokee Regional Park in St. Paul. The men’s club will be grilling that day. Meat Raffles This is one of our most consistent fund raisers, we can always use help, sign-up … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News July 2023
Miesville Mudhens baseball, July 12, 2023, sponsored by Men’s Club
The Men’s Club is paying for a bus to attend a Miesville Mudhens baseball game on Wednesday, July 12. We have room for 46 people to ride on the bus. Anyone is welcome to ride with us. The bus will leave St. Matthew at 6:00 PM. The game starts at 8:00 PM and we return after the game. Estimated arrival back at St. Matthew is 11:00-11:30 PM. Your only cost is the $3 admission (under 18 are free) to the game and purchases that you might want from the concession stand. The Men’s Club will be providing refreshments on the bus. Contact Tim Nowak at or 612-269-9471 to … [Read more...] about Miesville Mudhens baseball, July 12, 2023, sponsored by Men’s Club
Men’s Club News June 2023
Wednesday, June 14th General Meeting: 8:00 pm Menu – Coneys and Chips The July board and general meetings will be held in Miesville on Wednesday July 12th. Tickets are $3.00 for adults, 18 and under free. Free bus ride to the game. Your family and friends are welcome to attend! Questions on event contact Tim Nowak at 612-269-9471, email Rock the Barn The event was a successful fund-raising event for the club, Tim will provide the financials at the meeting. Thanks to those who helped make it a success! Meat Raffles This is one of our most … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News June 2023
Men’s Club News May 2023
Wednesday, May 10th Board Meeting: 7:30 pm General Meeting: 8:00 pm Menu – Chef's Suprise Men's Club Fundraising Opportunity The Men’s Club has been asked to provide a concession stand at the event below. We will be selling food and beverages. We will be looking for help, Tim will discuss it at the general meeting. Dodge Nature Center Rock the Barn Saturday, May 20, 3pm – 6pm Main property, farm entrance 3, 1701 Charlton St, West St Paul, MN 55118 Meat Raffles This is one of our most consistent fund raisers, we can always use help, sign-up sheet will be at the meeting. Thanks … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News May 2023
Men’s Club News April 2023
Wednesday, April 12 Board Meeting: 7:30 pm General Meeting: 8:00 pm Menu - Spaghetti Catholic Order of Foresters St Matthew Court’s 130th Year Anniversary Breakfast Sunday April 16th ….. Mass 10:15 ….. Breakfast 11:15 St Matthews Social Hall If attending please RSVP Mike Shirek 651-440-3247 or by April 6th Meat Raffles This is one of our most consistent fund raisers, we can always use help, sign-up sheet will be at the meeting. Thanks to those who help! Upcoming Events Turkey bingo – November 2023 Manger set-up – Saturday December 16th, 2023, at … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News April 2023
Ham Bingo March 18, 2023
St. Matthew’s Men’s Club is hosting its annual Ham Bingo featuring twelve games for hams and three games for cash this Saturday, March 18. The social hall doors open at 5:00 PM and games start at 5:30 PM. Food, beer, wine and pop available for purchase. Expected completion time is between 8:30 to 9:00 PM. … [Read more...] about Ham Bingo March 18, 2023
Men’s Club News March 2023
Wednesday, March 8, 2023 Board Meeting: 7:30 pm General Meeting: 8:00 pm Ham Bingo Ham bingo will be held Saturday March 18th at 5:30. We will be playing 15 games, 12 for nice hams, 2 for 50/50 and a final cover all for 50/50 or a minimum $50.00. We will raffle any extra hams at the end of the night. We will be selling food and beverages during the event. Bingo is open to friends, families, and neighbors. It’s a fun event, spread the word. Fund Raising Opportunity The club provided concessions at the Dodge Nature Center Winter Fun Fest on Saturday February 18th, 2023. The event was a … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News March 2023
Fish Fry Fridays: February 24 – April 7, 2023
34th Annual Fish Fry Fridays St. Matthew’s Social Hall 510 Hall Ave., St. Paul, MN 55107 Every Friday February 24 through April 7 Serving Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Both dine-in and curbside pick-up options are available. Baked and/or fried fish, baked potato, vegetable, cole slaw, roll and brownie. Grilled cheese or spaghetti available as non-fish option. Beer and wine available. Adult meal $15 fish / $13 non-fish. Cash or card. Children’s meals at reduced price Enter social hall entrance at the rear of the church. Enter curbside-to-go line off Humboldt Ave. onto Robie St. To … [Read more...] about Fish Fry Fridays: February 24 – April 7, 2023
Men’s Club News February 2023
Wednesday, February 8, 2023 Board Meeting: 7:30 pm General Meeting: 8:00 pm Menu – Chili Fund Raising Opportunity The club will provide concessions at the Dodge Nature Center Winter Fun Fest on Saturday February 18th, 2023, from 2pm – 5pm. We will be selling food items and adult beverages. We can use some help that day. We will meet at the social hall at around 9am to prepare food and get organized. We will also need help on site to sell products. This should be a very profitable fund-raising event for the club. Fish Fries Fish fries will start on Friday February 24th and run through … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News February 2023
Men’s Club News January 2023
Wednesday January 11, 2023 Board Meeting: 7:30pm General Meeting: 8pm Menu – Tim’s surprise I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We postponed the January board meeting due to the weather. We will hold the board meeting before the general meeting, everyone is welcome to attend. January will be time to look at 2022, regroup and get ready for 2023. We will start planning this year’s fFish Fries and discuss other fund-raising opportunities. Manger Setup 2022 Snow and cold weather didn’t get in the way of putting up the manger scene. This project has been a long … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News January 2023
Men’s Club News December 2022
December 2022 Abbreviated General Meeting, Wednesday December 14th 7 pm. Auction starts at approximately 7:15pm. Menu – Pizza Shoppe Santa Breakfast St. Matthew's Men's Club along with the scouts will once again host "Breakfast with Santa" on Sunday December 11th. The Rosary/CCW will also have wonderful baked goodies for sale. Plan to attend with your children or grandchildren. Breakfast will be served from 9:00a.m. To 1:00 p.m. The Men's Club has also reserved the hall to watch the Vikings versus Lions after the breakfast. Christmas Auction Due to timing issues and securing the … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News December 2022
Men’s Club News November 2022
November 2022 General Meeting, Wednesday November 9th at 8pm, social hall. Menu – Tim’s surprise Turkey Bingo Turkey bingo will be this Saturday November 5th right after 4:15 mass. We will do fifteen games, twelve for turkeys, and three for half the pot. We will be selling food and beverages at the event. Invite family, friends, and neighbors. Christmas Auction Due to timing issues and securing the hall, the Christmas auction will be at the December general meeting. Like usual we will have a short meeting at 7pm prior to the auction. The men’s club will provide pizza and beverages to … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News November 2022













