OV - Oasis - Oct 5, 2009

Looks like they had quite a team there.


If anyone knows why the WGM Buckeye lover was hugging this Husky, please let us know!


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OV - Hope & Malden - Sep 30, 2009

What a nice looking bunch! If anyone has details about the OV, please let us know!








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"Chuck Roast" for Chuck Callen PGP & GGCCM

WGP Dennis provided a bunch of pictures of the "Chuck Roast" party held in honor of GGCCM & PGP Chuck Callen. No details on what happened, but the pictures are very entertaining. There is a link to the album on the sidebar under Photo Albums.


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Why isn't that on the blog yet?

Are we missing some events - honor nights, receptions, OVs, fundraisers - that you think should be on the blog? Is there something that hasn't appeared on the calendar yet? Why isn't your invitation in the list on the sidebar?

The answers is simple: because we don't have the information to post!

Unfortunately, we can't be at all the functions with our trusty digital cameras and sometimes we have to wait for others to get us pictures and reports.

If you want something to appear on the blog or calendar, you need to send it to us at oeswashingtonblog@gmail.com . Email us pictures and reports. Tell us how many people were there and who did what. Was there special entertainment or anything else notable?

From the comments we've had about the blog, everyone enjoys the stories, pictures and calendar, but we need your assistance to keep them up to date.

So put on your reporter caps and send us information. Don't worry about us getting the information from more than one source. We'll figure it out - just get us the scoop!

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Reception - AGM & AGP, Oct 3, 2009

(Unofficial count) About 240 members and guests joined all the high school marching bands in the state in Kennewick to enjoy the reception of our Associate Grand Matron Linda Runyan and Associate Grand Patron Dick Weigel at the Kennewick Masonic Hall on Saturday, October 3rd.

Seriously, they had a big high school band competition at the school across from the Masonic Center and all the streets surrounding the Center were barricaded. There probably would have been more people at the reception, but some members probably drove the streets of Kennewick for several hours just trying to find a way in!

AGM Linda's family turned out to help their mom/grandma celebrate her special day.

Connie Harris, AGM of Oregon and Garrette Cooke, AGP of Oregon joined Linda and Dick and Jack and Elaine for this happy day.

The Grand Officers gifts related to travel for Linda and baking for Dick.

WM Lucky McGaughey and WP Nick Goddard of Evergreen Chapter and WM Marilyn Schahfer and WP Tom Henson of Martha Chapter did a great job of introducing everyone and leading the reception.

Introductions were many including:
20 Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons
All 18 Grand Officers of Washington and 2 from Oregon
Grand Treasurer Emeritus - Katie Glessing
19 Grand Representatives
Friend of a Feather - Joan Kershner
14 Deputy Instructors
38 Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons
20 Past Grand Escorts
Lots of present Grand Escorts
and everyone else!
Whew!

Janie Larson got all of our toes tapping with a wonderful selection of music on her accordion.

There were 28 Chapter Associate Matrons and 21 Associate Patrons present to be honored.

The Legacy Grand Family - whom Linda finally remembered to introduce - presented her with a beautiful Bible.

Afterwards there were delicious refreshments in the dining hall.

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The Lights of Christmas

The Northwest Past Deputy Instructors have planned a social event to attend the Lights of Christmas at Warm Beach on Saturday, December 5. We plan to attend the dinner and play (“Christmas Moon”). The gates open at 5:00 p.m. Dinner starts at 6:00 and the play ends around 9:30. The cost is $48 per person. Included with this is a 6-course meal (either salmon, prime rib, or vegetarian pasta), the play, and a $14 ticket to return another night to enjoy the lights. With 24 or more people, the cost goes down to $42 per person; with 33 or more people, the cost goes down to $36 per person.

Jennie Kelly (Stanwood Chapter – see Blue Book), NWPDI President, is chairing this event. Reservations need to be in to Jennie as soon possible. Please mail your check for $48 per person to Jennie right away. As our numbers go up, and the price goes down, Jennie will reimburse you for the overage at the dinner. Once Jennie has sent the money in, this event becomes non-refundable.

This event is open to everyone – spouses, kids, friends and family. If you’ve never been to Warm Beach to see the Lights of Christmas, it truly is an amazing sight. Join us!!

Check out this website to see what the Lights of Christmas is all about: http://warmbeach.com/articles.php?tPath=36.

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OV Report - Southgate & Laurel, Sep 21, 2009

(Unofficial count) 77 members enjoyed the official visit of WGM Marge with WGP Dennis to Southgate and Laurel Chapters at the Southgate Masonic Hall in Burien.


WM Janet Sebastian and WP Gary Craig of Southgate ably lead their officers in a stellar opening, then took us through lots of introductions. They took care of their Chapter business quickly, then turned the gavel over to WM Janet Rowe and WP Bill Pond of Laurel Chapter. Laurel's officers exemplified the examination of a visitor with Karla Hansen (Past Grand Marshal) as the visitor.

The members of the two Chapters were proud of the work done by their officers.

One of the gifts to WGP Dennis was a buffalo hat, which he modeled for everyone in the dining room.

Not to be outdone, WGM Marge took her turn modeling the coveted hat and showing off her new ladybug scarf.

After the meeting we all enjoyed delicious refreshments and lots of laughter in the dining room.

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2009 Oregon WGM & WGP & GO Reception

Our Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Grand Marshal, Grand Martha, Grand Escorts and various members traveled to eastern Oregon on Saturday, September 19th for the joint reception of Oregon's WGM, WGP and 3 Grand Officers.

It was held at the Eagle Valley Grange Community Park and preceded by a fabulous barbecue dinner.

WGP Dennis had his trusty camera there and managed to get lots of great photos. They are linked on the sidebar to the right. He reported that it was a wonderful day full of fun and laughter.

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OV Report - Reliance & Poulsbo, Sep 17, 2009

(Unofficial count no thanks to Becky Schell who kept losing count) 90 members gathered in Bremerton for the official visit of WGM Marge with WGP Dennis at Reliance and Poulsbo Chapters. A delicious dinner for a donation preceeded the meeting.

The hot air baloons floated gracefully among the stars as WM Jan Dore and WP Billy Lee lead their members in opening and introductions then through the business of the Chapter.

The penninsula Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons were up to their usual antics as they dressed as Mickey and Minnie Mouse impersonators for introductions.

Poulsbo Chapter WM Nancy Huntley and WP George Kuhr lead us through the examination of a visitor and closing.

After the meeting there was a delicious variety of pies of to tempt us in the dining room before heading home.

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OV Report - Afton & Golden Rod, Sep 16, 2009

(Unofficial count) 91 members gathered in Marysville for the official visit of WGM Marge with WGP Dennis at Afton and Golden Rod Chapters. The meeting was preceeded by a delicious potluck dinner.

Both Chapters were well represented by officers and members and Golden Rod's flappers were dressed in their finest outfits from the 20's.

WM Jeanese McPherson and WP Boyd McPherson of Afton did an excellent job of leading their officers through opening and introductions. The business of the Chapter was deftly handled. Then WM Colleen Wall and WP Charles Bell of Golden Rod took over and lead us throught the examination of a visitor and closing.

In the end, WGM Marge just couldn't resist trying on some of the 1920's fashions and of course WGP Dennis had to assist her.

Afterwards we all enjoyed delicious refreshments in the dining room.

PS. It was wonderful to see Jean Ballard out again. She was walking well on her two new knees - without a cane or walker after only 6 weeks.

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Found!

The WM of Vida Chapter has a couple of items that were found after events this summer. First is a black half slip found after the 1st OV and the second is a pair of ladies shoes found after the WGM/WGP Reception. Please contact the WM if one of these items might be yours and make arrangements with her for picking the item up.

Grand Esther Reception - Sep 12, 2009

(Unofficial Count) 101 people traveled to Prosser to the Princess Theater for the reception honoring the station of Grand Esther and Glenda Miller of Sunshine Chapter. All of the American Emerald Grand Officers were present.

WM Betty Reynolds and WP Jim Carrey presided over the festivities. Our honoree's husband Gordon started the entertainment by giving us the history of the "Star Spangled Banner" and how all four stanzas developed. Then Sierra Klingele sang the entire song accompanied by Terry Crabb. It was beautiful!

Eight Past Grand Esthers attended including the remarkable Blanche Herron Chambers who was Grand Esther over 50 years ago.

The mystery speaker was Grand Treasurer Marcia Haukaas and everyone enjoyed her remarks and those of the other responders: June Lee - GGCCM and PGM, Marilyn Hoots - PGM and Phil Green - PGP.

After the reception there were delicious treats at the Prosser Senior Center.

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OV and Homecoming - Astral - Sep 11, 2009

(Unofficial count) 126 members traveled to Wenatchee for the Official Visit of WGM Marge with WGM Dennis to Astral Chapter, and the Homecoming of Jr. PGM Diane Osborne and Jr. PGP Roy Sharp.

WM Carole Lee Walk and WP Fred Walk did a great job of leading the Chapter in the opening and introductions.

The Grand Officers looked great in their installation attire.

The Portrait Grand Family turned out in force to support our Jr.PGM and Jr.PGP.

The Golden Envoy Grand Representatives were well represented!

The Maplette Deputies also enjoyed the reunion.

The Portrait Grand Family had a great time returning all the autumn leaves and road runner droppings to Diane and Roy.

In the end, Diane was dressed in a manner befitting a Past Grand Matron.

After the meeting everyone enjoyed delicious refreshments in the dining room. It was a fun evening. Welcome home Diane and Roy!

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Casino Night Cancelled

The Casino Night this coming Saturday to raise funds for the General Grand Chapter has been cancelled. If you paid, you will be contacted about a refund.

2009-10 OES Washington Bowling Tournament

As part of the fund raising efforts of Grand Chapter this year, WGM Marge is pleased to announce a Bowling Tournament. We hope everyone will join - not only in the fun, but in raising money for our Grand Chapter.

For information, rules and registration forms, please click on the link below.

Happy Bowling!

2009-10 OES Washington Bowling Tournament


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OV Report - Tula, Sep 9, 2009

(Unofficial count) 50 people traveled to Coupeville for the official visit of WGM Marge with WGP Dennis.

The evening started with a wonderful pizza and salad party - much appreciated by those who traveled far or came straight from work.

WM Deborah Allen and WP Jim Iverson did a great job of leading their officers in the opening and introductions and the business of the Chapter was quickly dispatched.

After the meeting the members who hadn't left to catch the ferry enjoyed delicious cookies downstairs. (Those who left to catch the ferry took their cookies with them!)

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OV Pictures - Roza & Sunshine, Sep 3, 2009

Pictures courtesy of WGP Dennis for the OV of Roza and Sunshine.

If anyone has more information about the OV, please send it to us and we'll add it to the blog.

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OV Pictures - Sunnyside & Illihee, Sep 2, 2009

Pictures courtesy of WGP Dennis for the OV of Sunnyside and Illihee.

We do know one very exciting thing happened. WP John Hodkinson of Illihee was appointed Grand Representative of Montana at the OV.

If anyone has more information, please send it and we'll post it to the blog.

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OV Pictures - Zillah, Aug 29, 2009

Pictures courtesy of WGP Dennis for Zillah's OV and 100th anniversary celebration.

If anyone would like to send information about the OV, we'll be happy to add it to the pictures!

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New Grand Representative

Last night I traveled to Spokane Chapter to present the commission to Bolivia to Sister Marilyn Bordner. She is the Secretary.

When the WM asked if there was any other unfinished business, I stood up and said I had some left over from Grand Chapter. Wow, was Marilyn surprised. She has traveled alot but not to South America.

In attendance was Phil Green, PGP and his escort, Leslie; John Chamberlain, G Chaplain; Karen Spricher, Rep to Kansas and Dale Cooper, Rep to Massachusettes. Both Karen and Dale were Deputies for Marilyn when she was the Eastside Chairman. It was a fun night.

Chocolate Hugs & Kisses,
Diane Osborn, PGM


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