Grand Worthy Advisor's Reception

We had a great time at the reception for Becky LeMastus - Grand Worthy Advisor of Rainbow in Idaho and Washington. 

CLICK HERE for pictures!

Deadline for Meal Registration at Grand Chapter

The deadline for registering for meals at Grand Chapter is June 1st, so make sure you get your forms in right away.  Darlene Wiggins says a lot of you are procrastinating this year and she really needs to get the information into the Sundome and Clarion.  Hope to see lots of you at the breakfasts, lunches and dinners.  All breakfasts are at the Clarion, but this year - the rest of the meals will be at the Sundome.  That means lots less travel back and forth, so be sure to take advantage of it.

Deadline for meals - JUNE 1ST!!!!!!!

MORE PICTURES!!

May 11, 2012 Snohomish County PM & PP Luncheon
CLICK HERE for pictures

May 12, 2012  NW Line Officers
CLICK HERE for pictures

May 16, 2012  Grand Warder 2012-13 Announcement & New DI
CLICK HERE for pictures

May 17, 2012 New DI
CLICK HERE for pictures

May 18, 2012 Grand Representative Honor Night
CLICK HERE for pictures

May 19, 2012 Central WA Instruction
CLICK HERE for pictures

May 20, 2012 SW WA Association Dinner
CLICK HERE for pictures

WANTED: GRAND CHOIR MEMBERS

Please join the 2012 ‘Precious Moments’ Grand Choir!

Wonderful music is planned for the Grand Chapter session in Yakima,

June 25, 26, 27, 2012, at the Sundome.

Choir Practice will be Monday, June 25^th at 8 a.m. upstairs Sundome dining room.

I want to have enough music book available for everyone.

Please send me your name & voice classification:

Sarah Jane Johnson

Grand Choir Director

PO Box 609

Davenport WA 99122

Or call

509-725-7551

Catching up on pictures

Sorry, to be so far behind!  Here are some pictures from some events that haven't been posted yet.

April 18 - DI Honor Night for Charlene Trent Lewis, Kirkland
CLICK HERE for pictures!

May 11 - Snohomish County Past Matrons and Past Patrons Luncheon
CLICK HERE for pictures!

May 12 - Northwest PAGO Luncheon
CLICK HERE for pictures!

May 12 - Analia Chapter Spring Tea!  (One of my favorites!)
CLICK HERE for pictures!

May 12 - Northwest Line Officers Banquet
CLICK HERE for pictures!

May 15 - DI Honor Night for Denice Tewalt - Cyrene Chapter
AKA:  Mardi Gras invades Sedro Woolley!
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Grand Chaplain and Grand Warder for 2012-13

The announcements are continuing! 

New Grand Chaplain:
At Martha Chapter last night there was a nice crowd to see who the newest member of the grand family will be. WM Elaine and WP Dick Weigel had a nice meeting and under Good of the Order AGM Gerry and AGP Bob, with their assistants Gilligan (Terry) and Marianne (Nancy) escorted Tom Henson and Marilyn Schahfer to the east. AGP Bob introduced Tom Henson as Grand Chaplain. Those in attendance included 4 PGM's (June Lee, Marjoe Richards, Diane Osborne, and Linda Runyan), 2 PGP's (J. Paul Fitzsimmons and Dick Weigel), 6 Past Grand Chaplains (Carla Bolenus, Clayton Sparks, Diane Osborne, Connie Shrum, Harold Hill and John Chamberlain) and Jim Iversen, current Grand Chaplain.

New Grand Warder:
Last night at Guiding Star Chapter Bob and I were pleased to announce Sister Terry Cramer as our Grand Warder. Terry's escort next year will be her husband Al. There was a very nice turnout to see who was getting the appointment, including 2 PGM's (Gerry Shafer and Bev Haave) and 4 PGP's (Gary Craig, Bill Hammontree, Terry Wiggins, and Dennis Okicich). There were 5 Past Grand Warders there - Doris Tibbitts, Kay Woodward, Donna Miles, Darlene Wiggins and Donna Lind. There were also 2 of our other Grand Officers there - Louann Yager, Gr. Electa and Nancy Jorgensen, Gr. Esther.

CLICK HERE for more pictures.
We will give you a break for a little while and pick up announcements again soon, so please stay tuned.
Lighthouse Hugs to all,
Gerry Mosler
AGM

WGM Gloria's Cruise

WGM Gloria has an Alaskan Cruise

There are a few staterooms left

and we don't know what to do. 

She would love to have you join her, it would be so nice,

so come and cruise with her to the land of snow and Ice

May 18th the group rate cabins will be gone,

so book your cabin now before the next dawn.

See the flyer on the right side under Forms for information on how to contact Kay and Al Foss for more information!

Clue #7

For number seven whom did we pick?

Follow the Guiding Star that is the trick.

The lighthouse and compass guide our way

At 7:30pm, Tuesday, the 15^th of May.

We hope you can join us, it will be great

To see you there and help us celebrate.

Clue #6

Announcement number six, that’s where we are
Get ready to drive, just hop in your car.
The lighthouse and compass guide our way
The date for this announcement, Monday the 14th of May
A small college town, slightly west of Spokane
We want you to join us, we hope that you can!

Grand Esther for 2012-13

There was a great turnout at Cyclamen Chapter in Auburn as we announced Nancy Jorgensen as our Grand Esther. Her special escort is her husband Al. There were 3 past Grand Esther's in attendance - Jill Okicich, Lorna Burns, and Jean Lindburg. There were also several Past Grand Matrons and Patrons at the meeting. 

Skipper Gerry, Firstmate Bob, Gilligan Terry and MaryAnn Nancy had a little trouble with one of the Past Grand escorts - seems Darlene Wiggins really wanted to be the grand officer but we had to tell her we were sorry, but not this time!

A fun time was had by all and we appreciate the support. Rodger will put pictures on the blog - Thanks Rodger!

Stay tuned for the next announcement coming SOON!

Lighthouse Hugs to all,
Gerry Mosler
AGM
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Very Sad News

It is with a very heavy heart that I must tell you of the passing of PGM Kit Wells early this morning with her beloved family by her side.

Services will be held May 17th at 11:00 a.m. at the:

Nile Shrine

6601 - 244th ST SW

Mount Lake Terrace WA 98043

May 6, 2012 - Inland Empire PDI Luncheon

The Inland Empire Past Deputy Club had their final meeting on Sunday.  They are merging with the IE PM & PP Club.  It was a wonderful meeting and everyone enjoyed the delicious lunch.

CLICK HERE for pictures!

May 4, 2012 - Eastside Chairman HN

The cows and all the other animals came to Rosalia High School to help honor Marita Bothman, Eastside Chairman of the Merry Mice Deputies.  What a fun time we had and what a great job Malden Chapter, led by WM Louise Belsby, did to provide some side splitting humor and some toe tapping music from the Shrine Jazz Band.    It was a very fun evening.

CLICK HERE for pictures!

Prayers Needed

Our dear Past Grand Matron Kit Wells and her family could really use your prayers right now!

Hands Across the Border - May 5, 2012

We had a great time at Hands Across the Border with our friends from Alberta, BC & Yukon, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and here in Washington.  We even had visitors from other jurisdictions and the place was packed!  The theme was "vintage glitz", the food was delicious and the entertainment - consisting of skits from the 6 jurisdictions - was fabulous.  It was exciting to hear the announcements for the next triennium and we look forward to great times with Bobbi and John.

CLICK HERE for pictures!

Repeat from post below:
Washington will be extremely well represented when our own Past Grand Patron John Grobler is installed as Most Worthy Grand Patron next year. At Hands Across the Border the following General Grand Chapter Officer and Committee Appointments were made:

Joy Lough, Worthy Grand Ruth
Brian Gross, Washington General Chairman
Marilyn Hoots, Washington Co - Chairman
J Paul Fitzsimmons, Finance Committee
Katie Glessing, Finance Committee
Bev Haave. Ambassador to Australia
Marge Ramsdell, Chairman – Support Our Service Men Committee
Dennis Okicich, Heart Committee
Marjoe Richards, Scottish Rite Committee
Ann Gates, Unfinished Business Committee
Tom Schenewerk, Benevolence Committee
Cheri Moll, Chairman of the Shrine Charities Committee
Roy Sharp, Alzheimer Committee
Barbara Grobler, Secretary for the Most Worthy Grand Patron

It was also very exciting to hear that Andrea Storjohann, Past Grand Matron of Idaho is running for the position of Right Worthy Associate Grand Conductress.

Clue #5

Almost half way done, we’re at number five

Don’t be dismayed as onward you drive

The lighthouse and compass guide our way

The 2^nd Wednesday, May 9^th, that is the day.

Down to the valley, south and east of Seattle

Sorry to say, on Hwy167 some traffic you might battle.

A lovely flower, the name of the chapter

Please come join us to see who we are after.

Ritual Competition

Calling all Volunteers and Participants!
Looking for judges and volunteers to help at the Ritual Competition at Grand
Chapter this year. Opportunities for judging ritual work, prompters and aides
to help with this fun competition. We are also looking for participants in the
Ritual Competition. Check your Ritual Application and choose a station to
compete at. Great prizes, a sense of satisfaction and pride are the results of
your efforts.
If interested please email Linda Burton, Chairman at hatasu2@hotmail.com or
mail your application to PO Box 254, Seahurst, WA 98062

DI HN Kim Norton, Analia - May 3rd

Analia Chapter had a blast honoring our own Merry Mice Deputy Instructor Kim Norton on Thursday night, May 3rd.  The meeting was fun, the entertainment - courtesy of her Jobie daughter and 2 of our other wonderful Jobies/Rainbow Girls - was frenetic, and the deserts were absolutely delightful.  Thanks to everyone who attended and to Marcia Beck and Sheila Shreve for chairing.

CLICK HERE for pictures!

General Grand Appointments

Wow!  Washington will be extremely well represented when our own Past Grand Patron John Grobler is installed as Most Worthy Grand Patron next year.  At Hands Across the Border the following General Grand Chapter Officer and Committee Appointments were made:

Joy Lough, Worthy Grand Ruth
Brian Gross, Washington General Chairman
Marilyn Hoots, Washington Co - Chairman
J Paul Fitzsimmons, Finance Committee
Katie Glessing, Finance Committee
Bev Haave. Ambassador to Australia
Marge Ramsdell, Chairman – Support Our Service Men Committee
Dennis Okicich, Heart Committee
Marjoe Richards, Scottish Rite Committee
Ann Gates, Unfinished Business Committee
Tom Schenewerk, Benevolence Committee
Cheri Moll, Chairman of the Shrine Charities Committee
Roy Sharp, Alzheimer Committee
Barbara Grobler, Secretary for the Most Worthy Grand Patron

It was also very exciting to hear that Andrea Storjohann, Past Grand Matron of Idaho is running for the position of Right Worthy Associate Grand Conductress.

We will be adding lots of pictures later, so stay tuned!

Grand Chapter Tours

This is to let members and guests know that we still have space available on the Grand Chapter Tour on Sunday June 24. Yes, we will be back in plenty of time to get ready for the Gala Banquet that evening. If you have visitors from outside of Washington they would be most welcome on the tour and we always have a great time. We have people from California, BC & Yukon, Pennsylvania and Washington already signed up. We still have room for more. Get your reservations in soon, you don’t want to miss the bus!

Diane & Charlie Rice, Grand Chapter Tours

Tote Bag Lost at Rainbow Mom & Dad Honor Event

"On Sunday, April 29, 2012, at the Rainbow Mom and Dad's Honor event, a white tote bag full of personal items with "Holland America" on it was mistakenly put into a dress or suit bag (in the rear pocket) that was hanging in the cloak room near the downstairs entrance of Alki Lodge in West Seattle. The personal items in the bag included an inhaler and other medicine, a pair of black shoes and other personal items. This happened before noon on Sunday.  If you find this tote bag in your suit/dress bag would you please contact John or Sue Adamson at 253-848-0977.  We can then make arrangements to retrieve it.  Thank You."

2012-13 GRAND MARSHAL

At Okanogan Chapter last night AGP Bob Breza and I, along with our escorts Terry and Nancy, were pleased to announce JoDee Desrosier as our Grand Marshal - the chapter room was filled, including 11 past Grand Marshal's.  JoDee's escort will be Bonnie Rail from Pine Tree Chapter (they were DI's together and have been good friends for many years),

Please stay tuned for the next announcement....coming soon!

Lighthouse Love to all of you,

Gerry Mosler, Associate Grand Matron

CLICK HERE for pictures!

NW Line Officer RSVP's due!!

This is to remind folks the cut off date for the NW Line Officers dinner reservations is May 7th.  We must have the dinner choices in by the afternoon of the 7th.  Folks are slow in responding to the RSVP's. 

If you have questions they can email (Janet Pitcher) at pitch318@comcast.net or call 360-380-0756.

Vida Chapter Luncheon & Entertainment

Vida Chapter is having a Luncheon and Entertainment on Saturday, May 26, at South Tacoma Masonic Hall, 5405 S. Puget Sound.  The Luncheon begins at 11:30 AM.  Tickets are $7.00.  This is being held prior to Lakewood Court's Amaranth Installation at 3:00 PM at the same location.  Come for lunch and then attend the installation.  Call or email Barbara Burleigh, Worthy Matron, at 253-223-4367 or bublz_44@yahoo.com for tickets.

DI HN this Thursday at Analia

Just wanted to let everyone know we are having a taco salad dinner for a donation at 6 pm prior to the honor night for our Merry Mice Deputy Instructor Kim Norton on Thursday, May 3rd.  Hope to see lots of you there.

Pictures from the weekend!

King County PM & PP Lunch on April 27th
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Island & Skagit Counties PM & PP Lunch on April 28th
CLICK HERE for pictures!

"Keepin' It Classic" WA/ID Rainbow Foundation Dinner
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Westside DI Chairman Honor Night

Pictures from Honor Night for Cyndi Branch, Westside Chairman of the Merry Mice Deputy Instructors on Friday, April 27th.
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Clue #4

Now it’s time for number four

Ticking them off one by one, oh sure, there are more.

The lighthouse and compass guide our way

The 1st Wednesday, May 2nd, that’s the day

Up north to the center of our state, we’ll be found

Don’t bump your noggin on the oak in this quaint town!

THANK YOU!

Greetings, Sisters & Brothers!

To all of those who attended the memorial service for Henry “Hank” Roberts, and to all who wanted to be there, but couldn’t, and especially to all of those who brought sandwiches, salads, or cookies, THANK YOU!  Your outpouring of love for our dear Sister Norma Jean and your willingness to help Olympia Chapter send our beloved Brother Hank off in a most memorable fashion is so very much appreciated – words cannot even begin to express the feelings of gratitude and love in our hearts for each of you.  Thank you!  Mahalo!  Gracias!  Merci!  Danke!  Grazie!  Arigato!  Spasibo!  Takk!

Star love and hugs,

Fawn Hacker, Worthy Matron & Bill Hollifield, Worthy Patron

& the Officers and Members of Olympia Chapter #36

Order of the Eastern Star

WA/ID RAINBOW HONOR DAY & FOUNDATION DINNER

"Blast from the Past"  Mrs. Jeanette Turner, State Mother Advisor; Mr. Terry Wiggins, State Rainbow Dad and Mrs. MaryLynne Barber, Honorary Grand Assembly Mother Advisor for Initiation.  Initiation at 1:00 PM  Reception at 3:00 PM  Dinner for the Rainbow Foundation to follow.  All events at the Alki Masonic Center, 4736 40th Ave SW, Seattle.

"Keepin' it Classic" Please join us for Sunday supper with our State Mother Advisor -  Jeanette Turner; State Rainbow Dad - Terry Wiggins and Grand Assembly Mother Advisor - MaryLynne Barber  Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Rolls, Vegetables, Jello Salad (why not?) and Apple Crisp for dessert.  1950's attire encouraged.  WA/ID Rainbow Foundation Dinner  Date: Sunday, April 29, 2012, Approximately 5:30 PM (to follow after the Jurisdictional Initiation and Honor Day for our State Moms and Dad)  Location: Alki Masonic Center, 4736 40th Ave SW, Seattle  Cost $15 in advance, $20 at the door  Tickets/Reservations: Contact Sue Adamson at 253-848-0977 or suea2601@aol.com

2012 - 04-24 DI HN Don McAmmond, Doric

We had a great time at Doric Chapter last night as over 90 members and friends came to honor Don McAmmond, Merry Mice Deputy Instructor.  There were a lot of laughs and some unexpected presents!  Everyone had a great time.

CLICK HERE for pictures!

New Grand Electa - 2012-13!

Last night Bob, Nancy, Terry & I went to Port Angeles where we announced Louann Yager as our Grand Electa. Her escort will be Ginny Elliott. There was a wonderful turnout of Past Grand Matrons and Patrons and Grand Officers, including WGM Gloria. There were 5 past Grand Electa's - Betty Schenewerk, Denice Tewalt, Ann Taylor, Marjoe Richards, and Mary Sharp.

It was another wonderful evening and we are delighted to let the membership know about the newest addition to our "family".

Please stay tuned for the next one!

Lighthouse Love to All,

Gerry Mosler
AGM

CLICK HERE for pictures!

CLICK HERE for more pictures!

Weekend Happenings!!

Thurston County Past Matrons Luncheon
April 21st
CLICK HERE  for pictures!

Southwest Washington Association's "Timeless Glitz" Dinner
April 21st
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Pierce/Thurston Counties Triennium Tea
April 22nd
CLICK HERE for pictures! 

Port Orchard had their Installation on April 7,2012.  WM Meg Shellenberger and WP Orton Krueger were installed.  The chapter room was full and was decorated with many beautiful quilts.  Meg's theme is ' OES is Sew much fun'!

Every meeting Meg is giving away a small quilt sewn by herself.  At our first meeting on April 12th, WP Orton was the lucky winner of this beautiful quilt.  Also two door prizes of spring flowers were presented to  Lavelle Allen and Kim Bauer and surprise, the flower turned out to be sacks of flour. A good laugh was had by all.  Meg promises to have more surprises all year

Eastern Washington Grand Representatives Club

Dear Current and Former Grand Representatives:
Our next meeting will be Friday, April 27, 2012, at 12:30 P.M. at the Eagle’s Lodge, 6410 North Lidgerwood Street, Spokane, WA. If you have not been there before, Lidgerwood is a couple of blocks east of Division Street just north of Francis Avenue. We had our February meeting there and it was very nice and the food was good. We had a large room all to ourselves.   At our last meeting we voted to order the special, which is broasted chicken for $6.50 (I think).  Also learned that coffee is not free.
By ordering our food in advance, we help the volunteer staff and they are able to plan to have the correct amount of food on hand for our luncheon. A tip plate is passed for the volunteers. Please call Brother Dick Weigel at 443-2632 with your order by noon on the Wednesday before our meeting.  Reservation deadline is Wednesday, April 25, 2012. 
This month we will discuss the October Luncheon honoring the Grand Family:  Where to have it, What to have, and possible entertainment.
Star love,
Jean Burnett, Secy.
Eastern  WA Grand Representatives' Club
Spokane, WA

Hank Roberts Services

Funeral Services for Henry "Hank" Roberts, Past Patron, of Olympia Chapter #36 OES

Funeral Services are scheduled for
Tuesday, April 24th at the
Olympia Masonic Center, 521 North ST, Tumwater, Washington

                9:00 to 10:00 AM:    Viewing
                10:00 AM:                 Private Family Burial Services
                11:OO AM:                Memorial Service with Reception to follow

Fawn Hacker, Worthy Matron of Olympia Chapter is asking for your assistance.  If you are planning to attend please bring two dozen cookies to share. 
Members from Olympia, Trinity, Chehalis, and Welcome Chapters will be providing sandwiches and salads.

RSVP to Fawn Hacker at fawnveda@comcast.net by Sunday evening, April 22nd, so that she can get an idea how many will be attending.

NEW GRAND REPRESENTATIVE

I had the pleasure to travel to Reliance Chapter in Bremerton and present the commission of District of Columbia to Diane Reid. We played a game of “WHO AM I”. six members were chosen and came to the East facing West. My helpers and I attached the names of presidents on their backs. Sister Diane’s sign read New Grand Representative of District of Columbia. They were given three minutes to go among the membership and ask questions about which president they might be. The only answers the crowd could give were “YES, NO, Ummmm….maybe”. Prizes were awarded to those who guessed their attached name. Diane was awarded a booby prize because she couldn’t guess who she was….her pin! Surprise, Surprise! What fun. There were several current and former Grand Representatives present including Kay Schroder, former GR of DC. It was a great evening. Thanks WGM for the privilege of presenting this commission. Hugs, Irene Jacobs, Grand Marshal

Clue #3

Where are we going for number three?

Follow the clue and then you will see.

The lighthouse and compass guide our way

North and west an angelic city, a Port where ships lay!

The 23^rd, the 4^th Monday, of April, please come and see

Who our next Grand Officer will be.

Sad News!

Brother Hank Roberts, husband of Grand Secretary Emeritus Norma Jean Roberts, passed away last night from a massive heart attack. Norma Jean is with one of her daughter's right now.

I'm sure more information will follow.

Norma Jean's address is:

7601 Rainier RD SE

Olympia WA 98531-5417

Next Year's Grand Ruth!

Just returned from Bellingham where Bob and I were pleased to announce Janet Pitcher as our Grand Ruth for next year. She and her escort, Brother Gary are WM & WP at Maple Leaf. There were four Past Grand Ruth's in attendance - Betty Bynon - 1988-89, Margaret Sherman - 1990-91, Nancy Breza - 1998-99, and Stella Brown - 2009-10. There was a very nice attendance, including WGP Frank, to find out who the next officer was going to be.

Be on the lookout for Clue #3 and we hope to see some of you as we make our travels to announce the officers.

CLICK HERE for more pictures!

Lighthouse Hugs,
Gerry & Bob

Some Idaho news!

Clover Chapter #33 in Rathdrum Idaho invites you to the following: 

Friendship Night - Wednesday, May 2nd, 7:00 p.m.  Come join in the fun and fellowship.  We will have a short meeting and then play Card Bingo for charity and have good eats after the meeting. 

FREE Dinner and Installation - Fridah, May 4th.  Baked fish dinner at 6:00 p.,m., Installation at 7:00 p.m. 

Both at the Rathdrum Masonic Temple - Second & McCartney Streets, Rathdrum, Idaho 

Vicki Chamberlain, Worthy Maton

PICTURES FROM WEEKEND EVENTS

April 13 - SE WA PM & PP Association Lunch
CLICK HERE for pictures!

April 13 - Inland Empire PM & PP Dinner
CLICK HERE for pictures!

April 14 - 100th Birthday -- Carl Walden
CLICK HERE for pictures!

April 14 - Grand Electa Reception
CLICK HERE for pictures!

"Storybook Tea" at Nesika Chapter

Join Nesika Chapter on Saturday, April 28th, for a “Storybook Tea” from 1:00-3:00pm. Enjoy tea & tasties among the enchanted fairytale characters from our childhood storybooks. $10 per person. As always, there will be fabulous raffle baskets and another Coach purse to raffle. Contact Marcia Beck 425-745-6830 or nesikasecy@frontier.com for reservations.

FREE MEMORIAL ROBES

Port Orchard Chapter has 10 white robes we would like to give to any Chapter that is in need. We used these robes years ago for our memorial services and eventually replaced about 10 years ago. We are hoping there is a Chapter out there that is interested in them. They are not the style like a choir robe with the pleated front but they are a beautiful white.

In addition, Rose Gross has extra cups, saucers and plates from when the Worthy Grand Matrons sold china. Anyone that is trying to complete a collection or are looking for a specific one please let me know.

For either the robes or china contact Rose Gross, 360-876-2794 or ragross@wavecable.com

PAGO this Sunday

Here is the address for the PAGO Luncheon this Sunday.
Moses Lake Event Center
1475 Nelson Rd NE
Moses Lake, WA

More info on Grand Adah announcement

AGM Gerry Mosler and AGP Bob Breza, with their escorts Terry and Nancy visited Richland Chapter #239 and under Good of the Order appointed Sister Diane Smith as Grand Adah. There were 4 past Grand Adah’s in attendance to help celebrate the announcement – Linda Runyan, Elaine Weigel, LaNita Pascoe, and Kristine Ford. It was a nice evening for an appointment and an exciting kick off to the “announcement season”

Pictures to share

April 7 - Installation at Bethel Chapter in Granite Falls
CLICK HERE for pictures!

April 7 - Installation at Laurel Chapter in Black Diamond
CLICK HERE for pictures!

April 10 - Installation at Vida Chapter in Tacoma
CLICK HERE for pictures!

April 11 - Installation at Tacoma Chapter
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Places to be!

Place to be is Tues April 17^th, at Astral Chapter Wentachee.

Grand Representative Appointment will be announced.

Janice Glidden

Grand Ruth

The place to be:

Reliance Chapter, Bremerton, April 19, 2012 ,7:30pm.

Clue #2

Now comes the second one, hear what we say
The lighthouse and compass guide our way
Up towards Canada there are Maple Leaves indeed
This chapter to the north is where this clue will lead.
The 3rd Tuesday in April, the 17th, hope you’ll be there
To see who we’ve added and will fill another chair.

Next Year's Grand Adah

We just announced Sister Diane Smith as Grand Adah! There were 4 Past Grand Adah's present. Pictures tomorrow.
Gerry & Bob

Year Book Ads! LAST CALL!

This is the last call for ads for our Year Book.  If you are going to put in an ad, you need to get the information to Kathy Neubecker ASAP!

Clue #1 for 2012-13

Oh, Boy!  It's time for the announcements for next year's Grand Officers to start.  Here's the first clue:

Time for the first officer, hear what we say?

The lighthouse and compass guide our way

Head east over the mountains, then south, it’s a ways we know.

You’ll feel Rich when to this Land you go.

The 2^nd Wed in April, the 11^th, is the date,

We hope you can make it, please don’t be late!

New Grand Representative of Virginia

It was my pleasure to be at Welcome Chapter last night for their first meeting of the new term. They had an Easter hat parade and following that I played a game of Jeopardy. The winner of the final question was Vicki  Voorhees, the new Grand Representative of Virginia! Sister Vicki is from Virginia so this was a very special jurisdiction for her to receive.

There were 3 current Grand Representatives and a number of former Grand Representatives in attendance to welcome Vicki into the ranks of a Grand Representative.

Brother Dan took some pictures and I hope he will be posting them on the Blog.

Happy Easter to all.

Gerry Mosler,
Associate Grand Matron

WooHoo!  Congratulations Vicki!  Well deserved!

Lots of pictures to share

Rodger has been very busy out and about with his camera. 

Grand Esther Reception - March 31, 2012
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Fun Bowl in Ellensburg - April 1, 2012
Looks like they had a great time bowling in Ellensburg!  Hope more of us can join them next year!
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Waitsburg Installation - April 2, 2012
Lenore and Randy Kromm are the newly installed WM and WP and looks like they will have a great year!
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Alma Chapter Face Lift
They stopped in Kennewick to see the newly renovated center there.
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Sunnyside Installation
Looks like Linda Denson and Gerald Stinnett have a really fun year planned for Sunnyside!
CLICK HERE for pictures!

PLACE TO BE

The place to be is Welcome Chapter in Shelton on Saturday April 7th at 7:30pm.

Delta Chapter Installation

Pictures by Bill Pond of Delta Chapter's installation shared by Jeannette Carroll.

CLICK HERE for pictures.

Sad News

It is with a heavy heart that I inform you Past Grand Matron Bev Riley passed away Saturday, March 31st at home surrounded by her family.

Services will be on Tuesday, April 10th at 3 pm at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Pt. Townsend.

Mary Norton
Key City Chapter

Last week in Washington

Saturday, March 24th
Alderwood Installation - the Chapter room at Everett was packed as Alderwood installed Sharon Gray as the new WM and soon to be installed Bob Gates as WP.  This year they will be celebrating the wonderful world of Eastern Star.

CLICK HERE for pictures!

Monday, March 19
Floral Installation - Monroe is celebrating Mardi Gras this year with new WM Valorie Hoffmeister and WP Tom Busby.

CLICK HERE for pictures!

Wednesday, March 21
Afton Chapter in Marysville was packed to the brim as people from around the state and Canada came to honor Merry Mice Deputy Dottie Hardenbrook.  Their sister Chapters from Canada, Chilliwac and Ypres both had large delegations on hand and everyone had a great time honoring Dottie and wishing she would not move to Arizona!

CLICK HERE for pictures!

Saturday, March 24
Stanwood Installation - New WM Jean Ballard and WP Kenneth Taylor are taking everyone to the movies this year at Stanwood.  Each meeting features a different movie and dress code appropriate to that movie. 

CLICK HERE for pictures!

Last Week in Washington

Friday, March 9th -

Analia Chapter in Edmonds had a full house as Cathy Cook and Tom Stone and their officers were installed for what will be a fun year.  The official photographer took lots of pictures, but the installing officer forgot to take any until almost the end. 
CLICK HERE  for a few pictures of the peanut gallery!


Saturday, March 10th -

Centralia Chapter celebrated all things Chocolate with a Willie Wonka Chocolate Tea!  Looks like they had a great time and reports are that everything was delicious!
CLICK HERE for pictures!

At Oasis Chapter in Ephrata, the golf games are about to begin as Mary Sharpe and Gary Osborne were installed as the new WM and WP of Oasis Chapter.
CLICK HERE for pictures!

Remember, if you have pictures from an OES event you would like to submit to the blog, just download them into an album on the web (we recommend www.picasaweb.com because it's very easy to link to) then send us the link to the album.

First Aid Chairman needed for 2013 Grand Chapter Session

I am looking for a qualified person, or persons, who might be interested in being First Aid Chairman for the 2013 Grand Chapter Session. I know there are members who have nursing skills but I don’t know who you are, so please contact me if this is something you would like to do. Remember you don’t have to do it all yourself, you can ask others to assist you, because we all know that “many hands make light work”.

In Lighthouse Friendship,
Gerry Mosler
Associate Grand Matron
tgmosler@comcast.net

Our World of Youth - Bakeless Bake Sale!

The World of Youth
Bakeless Bake Sale
For Rainbow, Jobs Daughters & DeMolay

A bitt of news we have today
A Bakeless Bake Sale is on the way.
These busy days, who has the time to bake
Pies, cookies, or even a cake? 

We’ve thought of a plan that’s truly grand,
And feel quite sure that you’ll understand.
In an envelope please put the price
Of a pie, or cake or something nice. 

No fuss or bother, you've done your part,
This is the end of our little tale,
Help make a success of
BAKELESS BAKE SALE! 

Fundraiser sponsored by
Our World Of Youth Committee 

Please make checks payable to:
Grand Chapter of Washington

We are hoping to raise enough money to send one youth, who might not otherwise be able to attend, from each youth organization to their respective state conventions this year. Names would be submitted by the advisors from each local group. One name from each group would be drawn. If you wish to participate in our Bakeless Bake Sale please send your donations to the Grand Secretary by the end of March. 

Thank you
The World of Youth Committee

CALLING ALL BOWLERS - and alley lovers!

Don't forget the Grand Chapter FUN BOWL Fund raiser on Sunday April 1st 2012 in Ellensburg at the Rodeo Bowl bowling alley  Registration begins at 8:30AM.   First game at 9:00 AM  

All members and friends are welcome to join us for this very fun event.  If you don't have a team, teams will be formed when you register.  Everyone not pre-registered will bowl scratch scores (whatever that means). 

Whether you're a good bowler or a bad bowler, please come out and help us raise funds for our Grand Chapter!

To pre-register, contact Vern Herrst of Okanogan Chapter so he'll know how many lanes to reserve!!! 

NEW GRAND REPRESENTATIVE OF SOUTH CAROLINA

Pat and I traveled through a snowstorm to Ferndale Chapter Monday evening (March 5th) and had the pleasure of awarding the appointment of Grand Representative of South Carolina to Jacelyn King, who is listed as Secretary in the Blue Book.

We had fun doing a little skit that involved crowning several princesses, a prince, a queen, and then the "King". A special badge of honor was awarded to "King Jacelyn" - her Grand Representative pin.

All members present where delighted that Jacelyn was chosen for this honor.

Hugs and Star love~

Grand Chaplain, Jim Iversen

Last Week in Washington

Another busy week in OES in Washington!

Sunday, February 26th - Prince Hall Luncheon in Olympia
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Wednesday, Feb 29 - DI Honor Night - Tim Hall at Greenwood
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Friday, March 2 - Grand Officer initiation at Guiding Star in Sumner
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Saturday - March 3 - Adah Club luncheon honoring Grand Adah Cindy Schneider at Chehalis
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Saturday - March 3 - Reception for Grand Organist Marjorie Bamford - Centralia
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Saturday - March 3 - Installation - Crown Chapter in West Seattle
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GR Honor Day for Betty Haubrick (Saskatchewan) cancelled

The Honor Night for Betty Haubrick, scheduled for March 3^rd, is postponed until further notice. It will be rescheduled at a later date. Betty just home from the hospital (bleeding ulcers) and is still unwell and unable to travel. If you would like to contact her, her email address is hbhaubrick@yahoo.com. Betty does answer emails when she can. Her phone number is 1-360-249-2133. Betty can’t answer the phone, but her husband, Herb, will pass the message to her.

Star Love,

Marge Williams

Worthy Matron

Pilgrim Chapter #157

This Week in Washington!

Sunday, Feb 19 - Victorian High Tea at Vancouver

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Monday, Feb. 20 - Western Washington Grand Representatives Luncheon at Faith Chapter in Parkland

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Tuesday, Feb 21 - Grand Representative Honor Night for Melanie Loughmiller - representing Louisiana from Maple Leaf Chapter in Bellingham.

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Tuesday, Feb 21 - Official Visit at Rada Uphus Chapter in Bothell

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Thursday, Feb 23 - Official visit at Cedar and Vida Chapters in Tacoma

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Saturday, Feb 25 - Last Official visit at Afton and Bethel Chapters in Marysville

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GRAND OFFICER INITIATION

The Pace Setter Grand Family will be performing the ceremony of initiation at Guiding Star Chapter in Sumner on Friday, March 2nd at 7:30 PM. Address of Phoenix Masonic Hall is 1009 Main St, Sumner. Come and support the Grand Officers and the members of Guiding Star Chapter.

Dinners and Mergers and Martha Club and Receptions - Oh, My!

Sunday, February 12 - King County Line Officers Friendship Dinner
It was beck to the 40's and WWII as everyone gathered for a delicious meatloaf dinner and auction at Alki Masonic Center in West Seattle.  What a great time we had and the costumes and decorations were first rate!

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Thursday, February 16 - Merger - Everett into Alderwood
The Chapter was full as Everett Chapter merged with Alderwood Chapter.  The members of Everett Chapter formed a circle around the altar with the members of Alderwood in a circle around them.  The Grand Officers formed a circle with golden chains around them.  Upon direction from the Worthy Grand Matron, the members of Everett Chapter moved back into the circle with Alderwood and they became one Chapter.  It was a beautiful and moving ceremony and we wish the newly merged Chapter the best to come in the future.

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Saturday, February 17 - Martha Club Luncheon
The Martha Club had a luncheon to honor Grand Martha Jeannette Carroll at the Ballard Masonic Center.  A delicious meal was served and the proceeds of the luncheon will be used to for New Beginnings - a charity that helps support victims of domestic violence.  The luncheon was a well deserved honor for a wonderful sister.

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Saturday, February 17 - Reception for Grand Conductress
Pigs were flying all over the Edmonds Masonic Center as Analia Chapter held a great celebration for Grand Conductress Stephanie Hoye.  Laughter was the theme of the day and there was lots of it along with about 300 members and friends.  We had the pleasure of listening to Bill Davis roast Grand Escort Don Etchison.  Wonderful responses were given by the WGM, WGP, Brian Gross - PGP and GGCCM, Beverly Haave - PGM, Tom Schenewerk - PGP and the mystery speaker Grand Adah Cindy Schneider.  Afterwards there were delicious refreshments - sandwiches and salads prepared by the Portrait Grand Family and served by the Starlight Grand Family, and cupcakes and cookies prepared by the members of Analia Chapter.  It was a wonderful day and the Grand Conductress is very grateful for everyone who helped and who took the time to attend.

CLICK HERE for pictures from Rodger Collins! 
CLICK HERE for pictures from Stephanie!
More pictures later!

Parking for Grand Conductress Reception Saturday Feb 17

For those inquiring about parking at the Edmonds Masonic Center on Saturday, there are some parking lots within about a block or two you might want to try. 

You can park in the lot at the Christian Science Church at the corner of 6th and Maple - one block south of the Center.

You can park in the lot at the pet store at the corner of 6th and Main - one block northeast and down the alley from the Center - but PLEASE LEAVE THE SPOTS BY THEIR DOOR OPEN FOR THEIR PATRONS or they won't let us park there anymore.

You can park in the municipal lot at 6th and Bell by the Police Department and Municipal Court if you have been good - about 2 blocks north of the Center.

If you like to read, you might try the parking lot at the library about a block and a half east of the Center on Dayton.

We look forward to seeing you and hope for good weather!

MERGER CEREMONY

Dear Sisters and Brothers,

If your going to make a mistake and send it out to everyone be sure it's a big one!

The following invitation should have said that EVERETT #222 is the one merging into Alderwood #185.

Sorry about the error, but you are still invited!!!!

You all are invited to the Merger Ceremony, performed by the Pace Setter Grand Family, of Alderwood Chapter #185 into Everett Chapter #222.

Ceremony will take place:

Thursday, February 16, 2012, at 7:30 p.m.

Everett Masonic Center

234-C Olympic Blvd

Everett 98203-1900

Please come and help us celebrate the union of these two chapters and support their/our members!

Sandra K.

Sandra K. Henry, Grand Secretary
Grand Chapter of Washington
Order of the Eastern Star

Last week in Star

Sunday, February 5 - Pierce Thurston Secretary Treasurer's Luncheon

The Pierce-Thurston Secretaries and Treasurers had a luncheon honoring our Grand Secretary Sandra K Henry and our Grand Treasurer Marcia Haukaas and the rest of the Grand Family.  It was a lovely luncheon and a nice day.

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Monday, February 6 - OV at Madrona and Tula

The OV at Madrona and Tula Chapters held in Anacortes had lots of surprises as Frank Nelson was presented with his 25 year pin and then his wife Mary Nelson was presented with the commission of Grand Representative of California in Washington.  A great night all around.

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Tuesday, February 7 - DI Honor Night for Karen Karnes, Lewis Chapter

Lewis Chapter was filled with members there to honor Karen Karnes, one of the Merry Mice Deputy Instructors.  It was a very fun night with responses from Larry Wilkinson for the DIs, Melanie Boss for the GRs, Stephanie Hoye for the GOs, Bill Hammontree for the PGMs, Diane Osborne for the PGPs and Brian Gross for the GGCCMs.  Everyone had a wonderful time celebrating this very deserving sister.

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Thursday, February 9 - DI Honor Night for John Livie, Tyee Chapter

Tyee Chapter was also filled with members honoring brother John Livie, another of the Merry Mice Deputy Instructors.  Another fun night full of happiness and best wishes for another deserving brother.

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Friday, February 10 - Port Orchard Sweetheart Luncheon

A delicious lunchone was combined with a raffle and presentations of 25 year pins in Port Orchard during their annual Sweetheart's luncheon.    It was a lovely luncheon and everyone had a great time.

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Saturday, February 11 - Esther Club Luncheon

The Lake City Presbyterian Church dining hall was full of those wishing to honor our Grand Esther, Judy Nielsen and the other Starpoints - Grand Adah Cindy Schneider, Grand Ruth Janice Glidden, Grand Martha Jeannette Carroll and Grand Electa Pat Scales.  After a delicious dinner, they and the WGM and WGP were presented with beautifully engraved gifts from the club.  It was a wonderful afternoon.

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GRAND REPRESENTATIVE OF CALIFORNIA

Last evening, February 6, Jim Iverson, Grand Chaplain, presented the appointment of Grand Representative of California to Mary Nelson of Madrona Chapter. She is listed in the Blue Book as Treasurer. Jim and I did a little skit about looking for a gold miner. I gave Jim hints and he moved around the room asking if a certain person would be a good miner. He ended by saying Mary would make an excellent gold miner and presented her with her California gold pin. She was extremely surprised and very emotional. California is special to her as she has a son who lives there.

Mary's husband, Frank, was also honored that night with the presentation of his 25 year pin, so it was a great night for the Nelsons.

Love and hugs~

Pat Iverson

Busy week in Star

Sat - Jan 18 - Snohomish County Association Dinner
Delicious food and wonderful auction prizes and happy times.

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Tues - Jan 31st - OV Greenwood
The members of Greenwood had a lovely official visit with a delicious dinner for a donation ahead of time.

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Tues - Jan 31st - Priscilla Chapter
Presentation of Grand Representative of Colorado commission to Liz Punt

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Wed - Feb 1st - OV Occidental
Occidental Chapter had a wonderful OV and very interesting entertainment.  Everyone enjoyed it tremendously.

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Saturday, Feb 4th - Reception for Grand Marshal Irene Jacobs
The members of Cedar and Corinthian Chapters were very proud of their own Irene Jacobs, Grand Marshal of Washington.  The room at Scottish Rite was packed with well wishers including the Grand Marshal of Oregon and her traveling companions.  The Mitchell Family entertained us with a funny, musical skit about Irene and Gary's journey in life.  Everyone had a great time.

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NEW GRAND REPRESENTATIVE OF MISSOURI

On February 1st Sunnyside Chapter members & visitors followed the dot-to-dot numbers to discover the outline of the state of Missouri, while learning interesting tidbits about that state. Missouri's flower is the sweet flowering hawthorn, their tree the dogwood, their bird the blue bird, etc.

A portion of the Missouri Worthy Grand Matron's greeting to the new appointee was shared with the the membership. Then it was time to unveil the newly commissioned Grand Representative of Missouri by presenting her with the symbols of her state and her blue & gold jewel.

It was probably a good thing Worthy Matron Roberta Still had been sitting! To say this Maplet Deputy Instructor was being "blown away" might be an understatement. She was very "still" upon her announcement.

Following the meeting a phone call was made to Gary Roth, the previous Grand Representative of Missouri. It seems Gary and Roberta will be sharing more information.

Shirley Armstrong, Grand Warder

NEW GRAND REPRESENTATIVE OF COLORADO

Good news, on January 31, 2012, Grand Sentinel Rodger Collins and grand escort Helen traveled to Priscilla Chapter located in Port Gamble, to present Elizabeth (Liz) Claire Punt, Worthy Matron of Priscilla Chapter # 96 the commission to be Grand Representative of Colorado for the next two years. It was a makeup meeting from our little snow adventure. When the Grand Representatives had been introduced, I broke in and asked the WM to approach the East, and informed her and the chapter there was a Grand Representative that had not been introduced. I gave a few mildly interesting facts about Colorado, then presented the commission to Liz. When it was time to attach the badge, I asked her husband, WP Mike Punt to do the honors. It was sweatshirt and house slippers night. Jerry Clark, past escort to PGM Joanne, received his twenty-five year pin, and a half a bushel of cookies from all the members, a little payback cooked up by Jessica Counsellor. Grand secretary, Sandra K. Henry and escort Don Daly were in attendance; Don was wrenching on something and wrenched his thumb really bad. We all went down stairs to ice cream, cookies and punch. A wonderful evening, it is so nice to be able to dispense a little happiness into someone’s life. Enjoy your commission Liz. Rodger Collins, Grand Sentinel

Firends' Night

Stanwood Chapter invites you to celebrate "StanWoodstock" at their Friends' Night, Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:30 p.m., at the Stanwood Masonic Center. Celebrate Flower Power, Peace and Love. Wear your favorite hippie clothes. We will have our annual bottle auction for our charities. BE THERE, OR BE SQUARE!