New Grand Representative

Tonight (March 29th) at Maple chapters installation I had the pleasure of presenting the grand representative commission to Maine to sister Donna Moody.  Congratulations to the newly installed Worthy Matron, Cyndi Branch and WP Rob Mallis.  

  Donna was totally shocked by her appointment.   Three other current representatives from Southwest were there to welcome her to the fold.    

It was great fun.

Lora Mauel 

Grand chaplain 

Tula/Madrona Official Visit

The Official Visit for Tula/Madrona which was postponed by weather has been rescheduled for March, dinner at 6pm and meeting at 7:30pm at Coupeville Masonic Center.

Don Schwartz Memorial Service on March 3

Don Schwartz’s Memorial service will be on Friday, March 3, at 1:00 pm at the United Methodist Church in Port Orchard, WA (725 Kitsap Street)

Sad News ~ Loss of Member

Dear OES Members & Friends ~

It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that PGM Gloria Schwartz lost her husband this morning. Please remember Sister Gloria and her family in your prayers of loving support. Sister Gloria is Worthy Matron of Belfair Chapter this year as well as Secretary of Crystal Chapter.

Condolences can be mailed to:

Gloria Schwartz

5250 SW Royal Spruce Drive

Port Orchard, WA  98367

New Grand Representative

I had the pleasure of traveling to Maple Leaf Chapter in Bellingham last night (February 21st) to present the commission of Grand Representative of British Columbia and Yukon to Sister Gloria Van Moorhem, who was surprised and tickled to receive the commission.  There were two current Grand Representatives and nine former Grand Representatives in attendance to congratulate Gloria. 

Hugs,
Jean, AGM

New Grand Representative

Went to Afton Chapter in Marysville to night (2-15)....
the new Grand Representative to Oregon is Donna Severn!!!

--Donald J Daly, Grand Warder

TWO NEW GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

Last night (February 7^th) I traveled to Astral Chapter to present Ms Barbara Pittman with the commission to Saskatchewan. To say she was shocked is an understatement. Everyone present was as thrilled as I was for her. She was secretary for 20+ years. Thank you Becky Aldrich for sharing your night.

Linda Carlson, Grand Adah

Tonight, February 8^th, I travelled to Cyclamen Chapter #65, Auburn to present the commission to New York to Brother Al Jorgensen.

I made a list of "things this member has accomplished” sort of a 'This is Your Life'... 

I asked all the members of Cyclamen to stand and if I named off anything that did not apply to them, they were to sit down.

The end goal was to have Brother Al almost being the last person standing. 

As soon as I got to the 5^th clue: this person.... is a Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Washington, I walked over and escorted Al up to the East.

Then I asked if he wanted to know where he's going?  YES!  So I had a few quick facts, and paused to see if he could guess... 

Finally announcing NEW YORK, I gave him the largest apple I could find.  Then a bag of peppermint patties, attached to it was a post it note.  The writing "NEW” on it, I put it above the YORK on the label.  Then he received the packet of info, letters, etc.  After that, pinned and introduced.

It was my pleasure and my honor to present this commission.  I know I had fun!  Al was super appreciative and the members were excited for him.

Ann Gates, PGM was there.  Several Former Grand Representatives.  One current.  I'm sure the weather kept most people at home, perfectly understandable.

A fun night was had by all!

Paula Sonker, Grand Marshal

OV Postponed

Per WGM Peggy, the OV for tonight, February 8th for Tula and Madrona Chapters in Coupeville, has been postponed due to the weather.  Will let you know when it has been rescheduled.

OES China for sale

John Gray of Seattle has some OES china for sale. See his message and photos below.

Hi,

My name is John Gray and I acquired a fair amount of some Eastern Star China at auction. Variety of makers and pieces. Some is from the daughters of the Eastern Star. There are also some special honor pieces. It would be great if someone within your organization was interested in purchasing these rather than just selling to any one. So I thought I would reach out. I would like to sell all in one lot for $350.00 It is priced lower than E BAY pricing. If anyone is interested reach out to me at the email address. I live in the Seattle area.

Best Regards,

John Gray
centerfire1@hotmail.com

Two New Grand Representatives

Thursday night (February 2nd) was the night to attend Adelphi Chapter in Spokane.
I had the pleasure of presenting Sarah Jane Johnson with the commission of Grand Representative of New Brunswick! She was literally frozen with shock~
Tootles ~ JoDee Desrosier, Gr. Conductress

 I was pleased to present Malinda “Mindy” Morgan her commission as Grand Representative to Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.  At the end of the Grand Representatives introducing themselves at Neil’s Reception on Saturday, February 4th.  I jumped up and asked the WGM if there were any more commissions to be given.  She said that there was.  I proceeded to ask her if I could please have an appointment, at which time I was told no.  Gerry Mosler was in attendance and volunteered for the commission but I proceeded with the search for the perfect person to fill the position.  Sister Mindy was very surprised and kept repeating “it’s me, it’s really me”.  I know that she and Michelle Burlison are already making plans and that they will have a wonderful time in Nova Scotia.

Star Love,Pamela Lee, Associate Grand Conductress

Places to Be

Adelphi Chapter in Spokane on Tuesday, February 2^nd -- meeting starts at 7:30 PM

Grand Sentinel Reception at the Port Townsend Elk’s Club on Saturday, February 4^th at 1:30 PM

Astral Chapter in Wenatchee on Tuesday, February 7^th – meeting starts at 7:30 PM

CANCELED Maple Leaf Chapter in Bellingham on Tuesday, February 7^th – meeting starts at 7:30 PM

Cyclamen Chapter in Auburn on Wednesday, February 8^th – meeting starts at 7:30 PM

It was my honor tonight (January 25th) to give Donna Benson the commission of Grand Representative of


Florida in Washington. Donna can be found in the blue book under Tacoma chapter treasurer.
Kathleen Mitchell, Grand Esther

New Grand Representative

It was my pleasure tonight (Jan 24th) to travel to Amethyst Chapter in West Seattle to present the Grand Representative to Massachusetts commission to sister Sandra Monk.  She was shocked and honored! I think there may have been some 'happy tears'.

I started off by giving facts about the state that I was there to present.  First was describing the state flag.

Prior to the meeting, I had handed out 7 scrolls to the 5 Star Points, the Conductress and WP.  I travelled to each Star point, asked them to read their 

scroll with various facts about this State.  I walked over to Sandra, sitting at Conductress and asked her to read her scroll, not quite then....  

I proceeded up to the East and asked the WP to read his scroll.  WP Richard Moulden (and Grand Organist) proudly and loudly read the "Hear ye, Hear Ye" scroll announcing Sandra, on this date, time and place to be the New Grand Representative to Massachusetts!  Sandra is Conductress of Amethyst Chapter, so I had a former Grand Representative to Massachusetts (Dianna Kaspar) escort her to the East.  She was then pinned, presented with the Official Certificate and packet from Massachusetts.  All happy moments and smiles around the room!  Sandra has all the scrolls too, for her scrapbook.  Happy and safe travels!

There were 9 former Grand Representatives and 3 current Grand Representatives present.  

Since Sandra was a Blue Bird Deputy Instructor, there were 2 Blue Birds present for her - all bustin' their buttons over her.

This was indeed a special night, one for the memory books!

Paula Sonker, Grand Marshal 

Place to be

Place to be Tacoma Chapter, January 25th at 7:30pm!

New Grand Representative

The commission for Grand Representative to Sao Paulo was announced  in Alki Chapter  Walla Walla to Richard Coleman by Grand Electa Lenore Kromm

New Grand Representative

It was my pleasure to travel to the "Queen City of the San Juan Islands" Monday evening to present the commission of Grand Representative of New Hampshire to Sister Margaret Kennedy of Madrona Chapter.

I started by giving several facts about New Hampshire ending with "Sarah Josepha Hale, author and journalist, wrote the poem 'Mary Had a Little Lamb' in 1830."  Madrona's Associate Matron, Mary Morgan, guessed New Hampshire, and I ended with this poem:

So now to find the new grand rep,
Her hair was not as white as snow,
And everywhere her sister went,
She was also sure to go.

The sister at the organ
Is the one we're looking for;
Congratulations, Margaret,
You're our newest star!

The whole room came to their feet, and everyone was very pleased with this commission.

There were eight former grand representatives present to congratulate Sister Margaret.

Jean Ballard
Associate Grand Matron

Places to Be

POSTPONED Adelphi Chapter in Spokane on Thursday, January 19th at 7:30 PM
Amethyst Chapter in West Seattle on Tuesday, January 24th at 7:30 PM

New Grand Representative

On Saturday January 14, 20117, I had the pleasure of presenting the commission of Grand Representative of North Carolina to Georgia McKinley of Centralia Chapter. I gave a few dates of special note about North Carolina and ended with ‘and on this date, January 14^th, the new Grand Representative of North Carolina is”. Georgia and all of those present were delighted and she was given a standing ovation. What fun. 

Irene G. Jacobs, Grand Secretary 

New Grand Representative

I was honored last night to give the commission as Grand Representative of Minnesota to Sister Bonnie Stuart, the Worthy Matron of Tyee. She was almost speechless. The joy of her appointment was only equaled by the reaction of the audience to the Response of Brother Leonard Gottner, Past Grand Patron (you have to ask him about his announcement.) It was an evening filled with happiness. Congratulations to Sister Bonnie on a well-deserved honor.
Richard Moulden, Grand Organist

Places to Be

Madrona Chapter in Anacortes on Monday, January 16th at 7:30 PM

Alki Chapter in Walla Walla on Thursday, January 19th at 7:30 PM

New Grand Representative

This is Betty Hughes, Grand Martha.  I was able to give the commission of Grand Representative of Connecticut to my mother, Patty Hughes, Spokane Chapter, tonight January 10, 2017.

I had my escort, Alice, hand out 6 numbered envelopes to various people around the room.  Then I said we were going to play a game trying to guess which cities were the furthest from Spokane.  As I called for each number, I had the person with that envelope open it and read what I had written in the card.  For example –  “Which city is furthest from Spokane.  Honolulu Hawaii or Hartford Connecticut?”  The entire room would try to guess and I would give the answers with the number of miles of how far away each one was from Spokane.  I had 5 envelopes with various cities, and then the 6^th envelope Mom had.  Inside, it said, “Mom – are  you sure you want to go to Hawaii for our next vacation?”  She couldn’t figure out why I said that.  Then after she read it out loud, I asked her if she would rather go to Connecticut as the Grand Representative.   She was quite surprised.  I had Alice escort her to the east and formally introduced her.  It was so  much fun to be able to give the commission to my mother!!

Another New Grand Representative

James (Jim) Zachau, of Welcome chapter in Shelton is the New Representative of Michigan....last Saturday 7 Jan.
Don Daly, Grand Warder

New Grand Representative

Last night I presented Allen Smith of Beulah Chapter the appointment  as Grand Representative of Mississippi in Washington. Since Allen plays the organ, I had ask him to help me with the announcement, since once you say a certain Chapter is the place to be, everyone knows there will be an appointment, the only question is who and where to. I asked Allen to play a few tunes about other states and I would interject a few songs. He did Washington's and I told him we didn't do reps to our own state, he did Ohio and I told him we already had a rep to Ohio, I sang part Georgia on my mind, he did When the Saint go Marching in, and then I did Mississippi Mud. I told him thanks for being such a great sport and helping me and since he had he should get the appointment. He was surprised because he was sure it was someone else.

Diane Rice

Grand Treasurer

Place to Be Postponed

The Place to Be on Tuesday, January 10th at Centralia Chapter has been rescheduled for Saturday, January 14th at the Grand Chaplain's Reception.

Place to be at Olympia

The announcement scheduled for Olympia Chapter was not made on Wednesday.

New Grand Representative

I had the privilege of presenting the commission of Grand Representative of Ontario in Washington to Lauren Hefflin. There were 2 Grand Representatives and 3 former Grand Representatives present. Al Cramer AGP.  
(Lauren is from Delta Chapter)

Place to Be

Tyee Chapter in Renton on Thursday, January 12 at 7:30 PM

CORRECT Mailing Address for PGP Bob deBruyn

The correct mailing address for PGP Bob deBruyn is:
200 West Macy Lane
Shelton, WA  98584
(The address in the Blue Book has a typo)

New Grand Representative of Alberta

Last night I had the pleasure of presenting the Grand Representative commission for Alberta to my best buddy, Gary Osborne. This was especially poignant since Diane Osborne and Roy Sharp presented my commission to Alberta almost exactly eight years ago. I even got Diane to help me present it without knowing she was doing it. They were both speechless! What goes down comes round!

I’ve attached some photos from last night. There were three former GR’s (including myself) of Alberta and a total of thirteen former GR’s. It was a great night.

What a great way to start the year,

Pete-WGP

Places to Be

Spokane Chapter on Tuesday, January 10th,  7:30 pm.   Spokane Chapter meets at Manito Lodge (NOT where it states in blue book).  2715 S Grand Blvd., Spokane, WA

Centralia Chapter on Tuesday, January 10th at 7:30 PM

Place to Be--POSTPONED

Place to Be has been postponed at Key City Chapter scheduled for Tuesday, January 3rd

Place to Be

Olympia Chapter in Tumwater on Wednesday, January 4th at 7:30 PM

GRCWW January Meeting

The January 9th, 2017 meeting of the Grand Representatives of Western Washington Club will meet at 11:30 at the Shoreline Masonic Center (the former Richmond Masonic Center) at 753 N 185th St, Seattle, WA 98133 Hosted by Analia Chapter.
Additional Parking is available in the Fred Meyer Shopping Center across the street. Please enter through the Front Door on 185th. There is wheel chair access as well.

Please plan on attending this, our first meeting of the New Year!! President Richard always has a great and interesting meeting planned. Our lunch also will hopefully be great! Price is as usual $8.00. Make checks payable to Analia Chapter.

DEADLINE FOR RESERVATIONS IS WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4TH.
Please make reservations with:
Carmen Olsen Ivey (JPM of Analia Chapter in the Blue Book)

Places to Be!

Oasis Chapter in Ephrata on Monday, January 2, 2017 at 7:30 PM
Key City Chapter in Port Townsend on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 7:00 PM
Delta Chapter in Auburn on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at 7:30 PM
Beulah Chapter in Richland on Monday, January 9, 2017 at 7:30 PM

Pictures from Grand Marshal Reception

Here is the link for the pictures taken by Steve and Robin Martin at the reception for our Grand Marshal, Paula Sonker!

http://www.marteamphoto.com/p516971220

If you are attending the reception on Saturday in Kirkland for the Grand Marshal please note that we have been given permission to park in the church parking lot on the corner of 1st Street and 7th Ave (1/2 block east of the hall).

OV Postponed

The OV at Roza and Sunshine for tonight has been postponed due to the weather.  Please stay safe.

OV Rescheduled

The Official Visit of Roza and Sunshine Chapters has been rescheduled for Thursday, December 8th in Benton City.

Elected Grand Officer Information Meeting

If you are interested in filing for an elected Grand office or are interested in what's involved in being an elected Grand officer, this meeting is for you!  We will discuss the time required, how much it costs, responsibilities, travel, mental physical and emotional stamina required and gifts, gifts and more gifts.  The meeting will be held prior to the reception for AGP Al Cramer at the Tacoma Scottish Rite.  Please let us know if you are interested in attending so we can have the right amount of space available.

New Grand Representative of Illinois

Neil Glessing traveled from the west to the east at Key City Chapter Tuesday night, November 1st to present the commission for Illinois to Kris Logue, Worthy Matron of Key City.


Click here for pictures.

New Grand Representative

It was my honor to give Sister Katheryn Kusick of Naomi Chapter her commission as Grand Representative of Nebraska.  It was a great evening at Naomi with three Grand Officers and two Escorts present.  Sister Katheryn was speechless when it was announced that she would represent Nebraska.  She is listed in the Blue Book as the Treasurer of Naomi.

Richard Moulden, Grand Organist

Reception Postponed

ATTENTION OES friends: WGM Peggy Mills just called. The reception for our Grand Ruth, Pam Wallinger, has been postponed due to the weather conditions in our area. The authorities have asked that everyone stay off the roads unless you absolutely need to be out tomorrow afternoon. Peggy will let us know when a new date has been set for the reception.

Official Visit Southgate and Delta Chapters

To see some photos from the Official Visit of Southgate and Delta Chapters Click Here.

Official Visit Tyler Chapter

For pictures from the  Official Visit of Tyler Chapter, Click Here.

Grand Secretary Reception

To see some pictures from the Reception for Irene Jacobs, Grand Secretary Click Here.

Grand Representative of New York, Peaches Frye, HN

All had fun Wednesday night at the Honor Night for Peaches Frye, Grand Representative of New York.  For pictures Click Here.

Official Visit Greenwood and Doric

To see pictures from the Official Visit of Greenwood and Doric Click Here.

Address Change

The Address in the Bluebook for Pamela and Bill Lee is incorrect.  We haven't moved, the County decided to name our driveway and give us a new address... after over 30 years living here.

The new address is:

Pamela and Bill Lee
7312 NW Olympic Peaks Way
Silverdale, Washington 98383

Grand Conductress Reception

To see pictures from the Grand Conductress Reception Click Here

Grand Officer Initiation

On Thursday, September 15th the Grand Officers performed an Initiation at Reliance Chapter in Bremerton.  See picture below.



Grand Officers, Escorts, Chapter Officers, and New Members
Bill Lee behind the camera.

 

AGM Reception Pictures

To view pictures from Associate Grand Matron Reception Click Here .

Oktoberfest

OV Kirkland

To see pictures from Kirkland's Official Visit Click Here .

New date for Idaho Grand Chapter

NEWS!!!! Idaho Grand Chapter CHANGED it's Grand Chapter Dates to Fri June 16--Monday June 19 2017. It will be the 115th called "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" Session. In Boise at the Riverside Hotel. So say the Bulletin from the Grand Sec Judith Walsborn

John Chamberlain WP Magnolia Chptr Millwood WA

Gr Marshal Idaho OES 16/17

What did you do this summer?  Below are links to pictures from (12) Official Visits , (2) Receptions, and Misc. Events that were attended by the Grand Officers:

1^st OV Cedar and Guiding Star
https://goo.gl/photos/G4aEWn1iYzktc1yP6
 2^nd OV Chehalis

https://goo.gl/photos/t8ELXt2WRThyothr9

 3^rd OV Naomi

https://goo.gl/photos/tZ93zrQ6CYoYr6AQ6

 4^th OV Poulsbo

https://goo.gl/photos/uZvsNQBhPUp5doga8

5^th OV Pyramid

https://goo.gl/photos/W2RXWvzcnWRdBiuz5

6^th OV Pacific and Kristine’s Homecoming

https://goo.gl/photos/brBXqAw9RVVfK3Cx8

 7^th OV Vineland

https://goo.gl/photos/Ead3XhEMUNMwTzen9

8^th OV Alki and Waitsburg

https://goo.gl/photos/hTQasmYHnnXFif5s6

9^th OV Bethel

https://goo.gl/photos/3Z2Le37ZfprovsNo7

10 OV Key City

https://goo.gl/photos/88XHsXxenXpvZ4WR9

11 OV Tyee

https://goo.gl/photos/1HBvNKKVnNnFwM3V6

 12^th OV Centralia

https://goo.gl/photos/cqa88iwyRJ59UuJS6

 1^st Reception WGM Peggy Mills

https://goo.gl/photos/ZTvvkKfrKvW5WX7YA

 2^nd Reception WGP Pete Peterson

https://goo.gl/photos/FhNdJnUSLWebdeKTA

2016 OES Campout

https://goo.gl/photos/52xZzSo9c3iMghGq7

2016 OES Golf Tournament

https://goo.gl/photos/5a9zwtQEbWMdG4UbA

 2016 WWGR Picnic

https://goo.gl/photos/ayRrHht1Cb1av5Hj7

 2016 Rainbow Dream Camp

https://goo.gl/photos/mC3XcqZ7cbrsGaNB9

OES at 2016 Grand Bethel

https://goo.gl/photos/zm6ocEosPkPmYaMQA

Place to Be

WGP reception in Wenatchee on Saturday, August 27th starting at 1:30 PM

New Grand Representative

I had the pleasure to announce Donna Kirby, Tyler Chapter as the new grand Representative of West Virginia in Washington.  What a pleasure to give such a deserving member this appointment.
Thank you to all who were in attendance. Peggy Mills

Venue Change for OV

The August 30th Official Visit of Worthy Grand Matron, Peggy Mills, scheduled at Centralia Chapter No.14, has been moved to:

Chehalis Chapter No. 3
123 West Main Street
Centralia, WA 98532
Dinner by Donation at 6:00 P.M.
Meeting starts at 7:00 P.M.

Missing

Missing from the WGM's reception - one Igloo cooler - gray with blue top.  If found, please contact Betty Croft!

Monkey Drawing

"One of the Monkey's from last Grand Chapter's drawing, ran away at Grand Chapter before they had the drawing, but by luck the Monkey returned scared.  Several members got together to decide what to do with this run away Monkey today (Sun. Aug 7th)???? PGP Gary Craig was asked to draw the winning ticket since he was in the groups discussion. And we all wanted to give this monkey a home without any of us having to watch out for her any longer.  The three pictures I took below, document this drawing and includes the winning ticket (with the winners name) that Gary drew."  Out of 100 tickets this person is the lucky winner:)

 

Thank you,

Kay Foss

Memorial for Dorothy and Chris Olsen

Memorial for Dorothy and Chris Olsen  is Saturday July 9th, 2016 at 11 A.M. at Wallin Funeral Home  1811 NE 16th Ave Oak Harbor. Take Hwy 20 into Oak Harbor, pass Auld Holland Inn at first stop light NE16th Ave turn left, just up the road Wallin Funeral Home on the Right. Refreshments following.
Thank you Mary Nelson

NEW GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

Grand Secretary, Irene Jacobs announced at the opening session of the Grand Chapter of Washington this afternoon (June 26^th) that Cindy Sims is the new Grand Representative of Tennessee.  She is listed in the Blue Book as Associate Matron of Naomi Chapter.

Grand Esther, Carole Lee Walk presented the Grand Representative of Louisiana commission to Kathleen Miller during the Tuesday, June 28^th evening session.  Kathleen is listed in the Blue Book as Associate Conductress of Harmony Chapter.

Newly installed WGM Peggy Mills announced this afternoon that Paul Haukaas is the new Grand Representative of Italy.  He isn’t listed in the Blue Book but his wife Marcia is the treasurer of Lackamas Chapter.

Then…WGM Peggy had Robert DeBruyn come to the East to announce that he is the first Grand Representative of Washington in Italy.  Robert is the JPGP of Italy.  He is listed in the Blue Book at the bottom of page4.

2016-17 Deputy Instructors

Becky Aldrich - Astral #75

Donna Altig - Reliance #70

Brendon Blacknall - Port Orchard #44

Bob Bristow - Pine Tree #77

Sherrie Connell - Syringa #38

Pam Ellsworth - Golden Rod #22

Terri Elwood - Analia #112

Becky Goddard - Evergreen #1

Dean Haave - Faith #255

Lynda Jamison - Malden #149

Kate Kalmbach - Occidental #28

Suzanne LeMere - Tyee #122

Barb Lott - Delta #109

Steve Martin - Floral #117

Tracie Morgan - Chehalis #3

Linda Ogren - Guiding Star #99

Diana Osborne - Alki #25

Janet Pitcher - Maple Leaf #58

Cindy Schneider - Key City #71

Kathy Seville - Malden #149

Candi Suppes - Tyler #248

Denice Tewalt - Cyrene #110

Michelle West - Lackamas #152

Lynette Zierden - Oasis #191

Joan Kershner's Great Grand Daughter Chloe Hanson is being installed as Lilac Assemblies Worthy Advisor on Sat the 11th at Noon. Audubon Park Masonic Temple 2821 Northwest Blvd is the place. So if anybody is staying over after Leslie Greens Memorial Service or are coming to Idaho Grand Chapter please come and support Chloe and the girls.
John Chamberlain

New Grand Representative

Last night (May 28^th) I was honored to be able to present a Grand Representative position to Virginia Anicker of Welcome Chapter.  It was the honor night for the honorable Dan Voorhees and so not to interfere with the program, the announcement was made during the introduction of the current Grand Representatives.  Virginia cried tears of joy all the way to the East where I announced her as the new Grand Representative of Kentucky!

Neil Glessing, Grand Chaplain

New Grand Representative

Monday May 16, 2016 I was honored again to be able to present a Grand Representative position, this time to Tom Busby of Floral Chapter, in Monroe.  I had asked Tom to assist me in presenting this Grand Representative position because my escort was unable to attend, and gave him a copy of the certificate that he read from his position near the preparation door, with the person to be announced name blocked out. I then asked the WP if he would assist me by reading the name of the person on my copy.  The WP asked if he could find this person and bring them to the East, which worked out great.  The selection of Tom was met with an applause of acceptance, and Tom was surprised to be one of our newest Grand Representatives, representing Indiana Grand Chapter in Washington. Congratulation Tom Busby!

Kay Foss, Grand Marshal

New Grand Representative

Tonight I had the honor of presenting the Grand Representative commission for Alabama to Betty McElwee. Betty is a member of Olympia chapter.  There were 21 former and current Grand Representatives present.

For the announcement I asked Grand Secretary Irene Jacobs to pass out some gift bags with little candy gifts. The candy bars were wrapped with little ditties such as  "candy is sweet and so are you, but this isn't  your night", when I got to Betty her candy wrapper was empty so while I apologized to Betty Irene gave her hers. Betty then read that she was the new Grand Representative, the chapter and visitors were all very pleased and Betty shocked.

Congratulations Betty.  Peggy Mills AGM

New Grand Representative

I am happy to announce the appointment of LINDA MOCK, from Greenwood Chapter, as the new Grand Representative of Virginia in Washington.

I went to Greenwood tonight (for the second time to try and make this presentation) and when the Worthy Matron called on me during Good of the Order I walked around the chapter room with a plethora of words that rhyme with "Mock" - I walked around the "block", checked the "clock", commented on someone's pretty "frock", saw a hole in the A.P.'s "sock", etc. and then said "this probably won't come as a "shock" but the Grand Rep appointment for Virginia goes to LINDA MOCK!! as I approached her station of Electa.  She WAS shocked!

So it was a good surprise and she received a great ovation from her Chapter members and sideliners.

Gayle Dunston

Grand Organist

Eastside Deputy Instructor Chairman 2016-17

Tonight Pete and I finished our announcements. We have had a wonderful time and thank all the members across the state for being so kind and welcoming when we came to visit.
Deputy Chairmen are a special breed; they are knowledgeable about our ritual and book of instruction and love to teach our members. We are pleased to announce Tina Demory from Astral Chapter as the new Eastside deputy chairman for the Classy Cat deputy instructors. There were 4 past grand matrons, 1 past grand Patron and 6 past deputy chairmen in attendance.  Tina's escort will be Joyce Allen.
We look forward to seeing many of you at grand chapter. Peggy AGM

Westside Deputy Instructor Chairman 2016-17

Tonight Pete and I travelled to Faith chapter to announce Lynn Tebbutt as the Westside Deputy Chairman.  Thank you to the Past Grand Matrons, and Patron along with the many past chairmen and our current Westside chairman for attending and welcoming Lynn into the group.  Lynn's husband Ed will be her escort. We also had several of our new Grand Family present who helped with the announcement.

We look forward to tomorrow when we have our final announcement. We hope that many will be able to attend.   Peggy Mills AGM 

Pictures!!!

Westside DI Chairman Reception 4-30-16
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Eastside DI Chairman Reception 5-6-16
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Hands Across the Boarder 2016
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Snohomish County PM & PP Lunch 5-13-16
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Grand Representative of Arizona Honor Night 5-13-16
CLICK HERE for pictures!

NW PAGO LUNCH  5-14-16
CLICK HERE for pictures!

NW Line Officers Dinner 5-14-16
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Places to Be:

Floral Chapter in Monroe on Monday, May 16^th, meeting starts at 7:30 PM.

Greenwood Chapter in Seattle on Tuesday, May 17^th, meetings starts at 7:30 PM

Olympia Chapter on Wednesday, May 18^th, meeting starts at 7:30 PM. 

Clue #11

East to West our Deputies will travel

to meet and greet our members so true

Our Eastside Chair in the land of Apples

On the 3rd Tuesday, we will answer the clue

Clue #10

Clue #10

West to East our Deputies will instruct

To work with our members dedicated and dear.

Our Westside Chair will keep the Faith

On the 3rd Monday, the name will be clear!

Answer to Clue #9

Tonight we complete our family

A total of nine, each different and Devine 

Our little hummingbird has completed the journey

Where she found our family, dedicated and kind.

Tonight, in Centralia, we announced the final member of the Treasured Cameo grand family, the new Grand Chaplain is Lora Mauel, her escort will be her sister, Georgia McKinley. She will join the Precious Gems escorts.

Thank you to the past grand matrons and patrons, 8 past grand chaplains, one of which is from Australia, for attending.

Peggy, AGM

Clue #9

The little hummingbird now flies south

shopping outlets on the way

the second Tuesday seems just right

for this special trip, so don't delay

Answer to Clue #8

Our little hummingbird sure has been busy flying all over the state, tonight she stopped by Alderwood Chapter to help announce Pam Wallinger as Grand Ruth for 2016-17.

Thank you to the 3 past grand matrons,1 past grand Ruth and our current Grand Ruth for coming to welcome Pam. Pam's husband, Scott will be her escort.

Answer to Clue #7

Tonight (May 4th) our little hummingbird flew to Belfair Chapter to announce Donald Daly as Washington's first male Grand Warder. Thank you to the 6 past grand warders, 3 past grand matrons, 3 past grand patrons who came to welcome and congratulate Don.
We are looking forward to seeing where our little hummingbird lands next.

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Clue #6 Answer

The little hummingbird flew to Waitsburg and announced Lenore Kromm as Grand Electa for 2016-17. There was 1 past grand matron, 1 past grand patron and 3 past grand Electa's present to welcome Lenore. Her husband Randy will be her escort

Clue #8

The little hummingbird flew up North

to the Woods of Alder to meet

on the first Thursday in May

Someone Grand to join the seven of those to greet.

2431 Rucker Ave, Everett, 98201

Clue #7

The little hummingbird flew across the Narrow Bridge
to find a Grand person with care
Another treasure to add to the family
the seventh of those so fair.


(Belfair - Wednesday)

Answer & Clue

ANSWER TO CLUE #5:

Tonight our hummingbird landed on the tall tree at Cedar Chapter and announced Kathleen Mitchell as the new Grand Esther for 2016-2017. Her escort will be Clarence Mitchell.  There were 4 Past grand Esther's there to welcome her, along with 7 past Grand Matron's and 1 Past Grand Patron.

Thank you everyone for attending and helping us welcome the fifth of the family true.

CLUE #6 

The little hummingbird again flies East and South

On the first Monday in May

We shall wait no longer

To announce our officer of love this day.

Answer to Clue #4

Our little hummingbird flew a long way and landed at Spokane Chapter where we were pleased to announce Betty Hughes as Grand Martha for 2016-17. her escort will be Alice Hughes. We had 3 Past Grand Martha's, one past worthy grand Martha, several past Grand matrons and patrons. the evening started with honoring sister Florence Fitzsimmons Grand Representative of Minnesota. Thank you Florence for allowing us to add on to your special night.

Peggy

Clue #5

The little hummingbird flies west

from a tall tree we can view this day anew

the fourth Thursday is the day

for the fifth in the announced family true

Clue #4

The little hummingbird flew far and wide

To the large city on the Eastside

The fourth Tuesday is divine

A grand addition to a family so fine.

ANSWER TO CLUE #3

The little hummingbird flew to the land of Kirk and announced Paula Sonker as the new Grand Marshal for 2016-17. Her escort will be Dianna Kaspar.

There were 4 past grand matrons, 2 past grand patrons present. The past grand marshals along with our current grand marshal answered the challenge and now lead the groups with 9 in attendance to welcome Paula.
Keep looking more clues coming soon.

Peggy Mills AGM

Clue #3

So Excited to See Clue #3!

The little hummingbird flies low
The third Wednesday is the day
To visit the land of Kirk...
All will want to come and stay!

Clue Answers

CLUE #1 ANSWER:

The first of those so grand
The hummingbird landed at Evening Star and announced Linda Carlson as Grand Adah with Marjoe Richards as her escort.   Present were 6 PGMs, 2 PGPs. 3 Past Grand Adahs along with many more sisters and brothers.

CLUE #2 ANSWER:

The hummingbird landed @ Pyramid chapter to announce Richard Moulden as the new Grand Organist. Melanie Boss will be his escort. There were 8 past grand Organists there to congratulate him as well as 2 past grand matrons.  What a wonderful addition to the new grand family. Stay tuned to learn the next clue.☺️

Clue # 2 2016-17

The little hummingbird flew carefully

On the second Thursday in April

Searching the land of Sphinx and sand

To find one of the truly Grand

Clue #1 for 2016-17

The little hummingbird has taken flight

Let's see where she will land

The second Wednesday, under the Evening Stars

The first of those so Grand 

New Grand Representative

Last evening (April 5^th) I traveled to Alma Chapter in Kennewick to give the Commission of Grand Representative of the District of Columbia to John Lawson, their Junior Past Patron.  There were four former Grand Representatives and one current Grand Representative present. 

Carole Lee Walk, Grand Esther