Rudey, maybe start it off simple, The Old KISS Principle.
Social event at a pub, just Brothers, then into something that the wives could enjoy, say a semi formal or Resturant Dinner.
Wine tasting event wives included, they have to let The Guys do some Guy things too!
BaseBall Game one eventing! Chi town has two teams.
Golf Outing if not to damn expensive?
God are there great things to do there, but depends on the cost! Initialy start off where it wont cost a lot and build membership!
Then maybe get into Major functions if enough Membership. Get the feel of the guys and wives!
I tell you man, it can be a lot of hard work, just like starting a Local or a Colony!
Good Luck!