STARS OF WASHINGTON
 
March 14th, 2007
#7-013
 

My thoughts are as glad as the morning
My heart is as light as the dew
With this ring, I remember the passion
And I can think only of you

Your gift of those bright happy hours
Stay with me through each night and day
With hands joined forever and ever
More than mere words can ever convey

Together we stand in a rainbow
And glow with the colours of love
Forever, we will be together
Held in the bond of our love ... Anne Agnew

Claddagh the Irish symbol of love, the Claddagh ring, Claddagh

Claddagh
 
   Unlike the other Irish symbols, the Claddagh is not an ancient Celtic design but a 16th century Irish symbol of eternal love and friendship. The heart at the center of the design is symbolic of love, the hands around it symbolize friendship, while the crown represents everlasting loyalty.  The Claddagh ring was developed by Richard Joyce, native of Galway. While being transported to the plantations of the Moorish West Indies as a slave, he was captured by pirates in the Mediterranean and trained in his craft by a goldsmith who bought him. He was set free In 1689 and he returned to Galway to set up shop in the Claddagh to make Claddagh rings. (The oldest fishing village in Ireland).  Traditionally handed down from mother to daughter the Royal Claddagh ring has also become a symbol of ties with the past and generations gone by. As Irish people we remember the many many of our people who had to leave Ireland with nothing but their lives during the Great Famine of the 19th Century - many leaving from Cork harbor to make the long voyage across the Atlantic to America. The gold Royal Claddagh ring was to become for many the only enduring link with their home country and practically their only savings and family inheritance.  Today, the Claddagh ring is worn throughout Ireland, and this is the way it's supposed to be done.

1--On the right hand, crown in heart out, the wearer is free as the birds in the sky. If you want her, go a courtin'.
2--On the right hand, crown out heart in, the lass is spoken for, so lay off.
3--The best of place is on the left hand, heart in crown out, she is happily married for evermore.
 
Spiritual Meaning
    The Crown to The Father, The Left hand to the Son, and the Right Hand to the Holy Ghost. This explanation is directly correlated to the Shamrock, one of the earliest symbols of the Holy Trinity among the Irish.
 
 
PASSING OF MONTANA'S WGP
 
    It is with a heavy heart that I bring you the sad news that WGP Neil passed away this morning, Tuesday, March 6th.
    Neil was hospitalized last Thursday.  By Saturday, it was determined that the cancer was very aggressive and had grown, even with the chemotherapy treatments.  Plans were being made for hospice to attend to Neil when he was able to return home.  However, on Monday, Neil took a turn for the worse and he has passed to the Grand Chapter on High.
    As soon as plans have been made, I will let you know about the service.
    On behalf of Neil’s family and myself, thank you for all your cards, calls and prayers.
In Star Love & (of course) those IRISH HUGS
---Jeanine Cole, WGM
 
    The funeral service for Montana's WGP Neil McGill has been set for 11:00 AM Friday, March 9th at the First Presbyterian Church in Missoula, 201 S 5 West. There will be a reception following the service at the church hosted by Electa Chapter #7. There will be no internment that day. Neil will be buried on Saturday in Manhattan with a Masonic Graveside Service.
 
Message from:  Martha Hendrickson, PM (5x), Vista #44 of Whitefish in Columbia Falls, Mt. - GGC, PM Flathead Lake #128, Bigfork, Mt. - under GGC,  
    'I'm not very organized right now after receiving the devasting news about the passing of our Worthy Grand Patron, Neil McGill, so unfortunately I didn't get all of the information together into the second message. WGM Jeanine Cole has cancelled the Official Visits scheduled for this week. They have been rescheduled for a later date.
    His wife, Penny, is Montana's Grand Esther.
    Cards may be sent to the family at:
2608 Old Quarry Rd.
Missoula, Mt. 59808'
 
    If I remember correctly, Sister Penny is a sister of Myrna Nilson, Past Grand Organist.  I am sure that Myrna would appreciate cards of condolences, also!
 
 
 
 
MESSAGES FROM MY MAILBOX ..
 
Sadness ...
Hi  Connie, I have a message of sadness that I would like you to put on your next Stars.  Eleanor Knapp's son-in-law Leon passed away this morning.    Eleanor is our Secretary at Bethlehem Chapter.
Cards may be sent to: 
P O Box 508, Deer Park 99006
Thank You,
** Mary Callen, WM
 
    Our new President of the EWGR, Eleanor Knapp's son-in-law who lives in Newport just passed away.  He has been ill, but it was a shock when he passed away.
Cards may be sent to:
Eleanor Knapp
PO Box 508
Deer Park, WA 99006
** Louise Belsby
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Sadness ...
    Saturday morning, February 10, 2007 our son-in law David Parks had a massive heart attack and died.  This was sudden and an enormous shock.  He leaves behind our daughter, Elaine, and their two little boys Aaron (6) and Nathan (3).  Elaine is a member of Harmony Chapter in Waterville.  Some of you have met Elaine and David.  He supported our OES golf tournament by playing in a group with Daryl Miller, Gary Osborne and Alice Hammontree. Elaine attended the dinner and some other events with us.
    Please keep Elaine, Aaron and Nathan and their extended families and friends in your prayers.
    Elaine’s address:
                        Elaine Parks
                        40607 292nd Avenue, S.E.
                        Enumclaw, WA  98022
** Kathleen and Daryl Miller 
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Roza Chapter News ...
    Connie, Roza #238 installation will be after their meeting, March 22, '07.  I guess weather still nasty up there. Rainy here. More than last year.  When will Zillah's installation be? 
**  Glenna Cline, PM
    Zillah Chapter's closed installation will be April 12th ...
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Amaranth News ... Trinity Court
    Hi Connie, Trinity Court will be having a Irish Dinner at North Hill Temple (Garland at Wall) on March 25th from 11 AM till 3 PM. Charge is $6. We will be serving Irish Stew with all the trimmings. We will also have a bake sale. Hope to see you there.
** Chris Bippes, Secretary
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Decorations for Grand Chapter needed and answers  ...
     From the Decorations Committee for Grand Chapter:
    WOW - Thanks for all the emails asking questions about the flag wall hanging for Grand Chapter. 
    The website listed in the instructions is not complete however.  It should read - www.usflag.org  That should help.  Many of you have great ideas to help WGM Joanne achieve her dream of having a history of US flags hanging around the Grand Chapter room to go with the heritage theme.  Remember, this was not to be costly, create a headache, or make extra work for anyone. Your local quilt shop has patterns for just this type of project.  On line at www.nancysnotions.com you will find more ideas including a kit to make a 17x27 flag.
    We just want people to have fun with this and use your creativity and imagination! it is strictly up to each chapter whether or not they want to take this on.  We can't wait to see the results!
    Also, we are looking for large penguins, igloos, standing Uncle Sam's made of metal, hay bales, tumbleweed, a covered wagon, fir trees, red silk geraniums in pots, stuffed moose, stuffed grizzly bear, other stuffed wild animals, Southern plantation items, fake magnolia trees, eagles, and patriotic items.  Please e-mail me at netstar54@aol.com with what you have that we could use.  Thanks for your assistance and involvement in making this a Grand Chapter you will not want to miss!!!!
Star Love,
** Jeanette Turner, Naomi Chapter 
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Pilgrim Chapter news ...
    Pilgrim #157, Sequim will have a CLOSED Installation, Thursday, April 5th at 7:30 P.M..  Worthy Matron elect is Mary Miller and Worthy Patron elect is
Robert "Babe" Ruth.
** Submitted by: Myrtle Powers P.M.
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Dealing with death ...
    My condolences to the Grand Chapter and Sisters and Brothers on the passing of their Grand Chaplain, Ruth Douglas during an Official Visit of the Worthy Grand Matron. What a shock that would be for this to happen at an Official Visit.
    Montana had a similar experience in December 2005 at an Official Visit of the Worthy Grand Matron to the chapter in Butte. Star Point "Martha"
hadn't been feeling well, so was permitted to remain seated during her initiation lecture. She was on the last sentence of the lecture, before the sign, when her head went back and she was "gone". CPR was administered until the ambulance and first responders got there, but they were unable to revive her.
    This was sad, but touching, that she departed during this particular initiation lecture. It really emphasizes the message of the lecture.
** Martha Hendrickson, PM (5x), Vista #44 of Whitefish in Columbia Falls, Mt. - GGC, PM Flathead Lake #128, Bigfork, Mt. - GGC
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Sadness in Wyoming ...
    Our friends in Wyoming have been saddened by the passing of Past Grand Patron Charles Gragg (2000-2001) on March 8. Services will be held 2:00 PM, Thursday, March 22 at the First Methodist Church, 108 E. 18th, Cheyenne, WY.
    Cards can be sent to Kay at 6831 Bomar Dr., Cheyenne, WY 82009
    Note - If you will be attending the services and have lodging reservations at the Holiday Inn for March 23, they will honor the Eastern Star price on March 22nd also. Be sure to call them ASAP.
Fraternally,
** Larry Wullbrandt, PGP/GGCCM, AP-Manzanita 85, Littleton
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Crystal Chapter news ...
    For Crystal Chapter - you have the date (April 6th).  The new WM-Elect is Carol Woodard.  WP-Elect is Ted Woodard. Also the new Secretary-Elect is Gloria Schwartz (currently Treasurer). New Treasurer-Elect is Judy Nielsen (currently Secretary).
    All addresses are in the Blue Book, except for Judy.  Her's is: 40404 244th Ave SE, Enumclaw 98022.  Same phone.
** Judy Nielsen
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Laurel Chapter invite ...
    Laurel Chapter #47, Order of the Eastern Star, invites you to the Installation of Officers on March 24th,. 2007 at 1:00 PM
Diamond Masonic Hall, 3rd Ave & Baker, Black Diamond, WA 98010
We hope you will be able to attend.
** Leslie Donat, Worthy Matron-elect, Mike Donat, Worthy Patron-elect
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Potato Bar invite ...
      Good Morning Connie - Mary wondered if you are doing a "Stars of Washington" this week, if you could repeat the information about Luci's Honor Night in it?  Just to remind some of those members who maybe haven't remembered to make their reservations.  Thanks much --
** Eleanor Knapp, Secretary
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Thank you ...
    Just a note of thanks to all of you for the cards and phone calls. It really gives you a boost when you know so many care and take the time to send a little cheer. I am doing so much better and getting out and about more each day, probably more than my doctor would like me to.
    Thanks and Hearty Hugs
** Linda Miller, Grand Warder
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Sadness ...
    Frank Livingston, Grand Representative of South Carolina, passed away on March 8th.  Services are pending for sometime in April.
** Mary Ellen Sparks
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Great news ...
    If I told you already, please consider the source.  Brandon, our 21 year old son, not only made the Dean's List at Seattle University for fall quarter but was asked by Prof. Tomas Guillen, School of Journalism, to contact a person at the Seattle P.I. to be an intern.  The man from the P.I. returned Brandon's email and asked for Brandon's resume.  After the resume was received by the P.I. contact, Brandon was informed that he would be an unpaid intern at the end of this month!  He will receive 10 college credits for his internship.  Brandon has been an unpaid intern (and published) at the Seattle Weekly's "The Stranger" and wrote for Belllevue C.C.'s "Jibsheet."
    We are most grateful to the Order of Eastern Star, the Scottish Rite Foundation, and Seattle University for supporting Brandon in his college education through their scholarships.  Brandon has finished his major in Political Science and is now working on his minor of Journalism.  Finals are this week, so we do not have his grades yet.
** Proud Mom & Dad, Beth and Danny Eng
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Prayers answered ...
    Connie,
    Please let all know I'm home from the hospital, recuperating slowly. 4 wk in 2 hospitals is way too much! Now it's just a matter of fine tuning the
medications as I get better...Thanks to all for the cards, prayers and concerns.
** Valerie Roloff, PM Pyramid Chapter #257
29630 11th Pl S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 941-0716
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Rada Uphus Chapter #208 O.E.S. news ..
   Tuesday evening March 6th The members of Rada Uphus overwhelmingly elected a new slate of Officers for the 2007 - 2008 Star Year.  Elected Officers are Vera Stritzel,  Worthy Matron; Richard 'Whitey' White, Worthy Patron; Linda Tunstall, Associate Matron; Howard Ballou, Associate Patron; Mary Lindall Conductress, and Dorothy `Dottie¹ DiGiulio, Associate Conductress.  Also elected were Hank Radtke as the returning Treasurer, and Carolyn Enloe as Secretary.    
    At the second meeting in February Evelyn  'Evie' Jones was chosen as Member of the year.  Too all may I extend my congratulations on behalf of the membership and to all the Newly Elected Officers may next year be more successful than this past year.  May we grow new members through our community activities and relationship with the Masonic Family of Bothell Washington and the surrounding neighbors.
    To our Worthy Matron Jean and her Patron 'Bill' thank you for a wonderful year with many meetings being casual and this change in and of itself very refreshing.  It was a welcomed change to limit the formalities to special occasions.  The refreshments following the meetings seemed to pass by with unseen speed.  Though most meetings were over by 9:00 PM there were many nights, that when all was said and done and the socialization's would come to a close that the hour would be approaching mid-night.  It was great to see all have such a good time in each others company.  To me though only a member of Star for 12 years it was great to see members of the Masonic Family returning to what I believe our fraternity is all about and that is sharing and caring about our fellow member. To the new officers let's keep up this new found life and continue to share experiences and friendships with members of like minds.
    To any who wish to visit, our new slate of Officers took office on March 24th, all are welcomed to join us here at Rada Uphus for evenings filled with fun and unknown adventures.  Worthy Matron Vera, may you and your officers have a more successful year than last (if this is even possible) and knowing the theme let's have fun and make others jealous of the good times and fun we as a chapter will be having during your term.
    With the installation of Officers being held on March 24th look for pictures and highlights of the upcoming term in the next issue of the Monitor.  Also listed will be any special events our new Worthy Matron will be having so look hard, mark your calendar, and plan to visit.
Fraternally,
** Vincent DiGiulio, PP
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Greenwood Chapter news ...
    The first meeting of the new term, at Greenwood Chapter, promises to be busy and eventful.  In addition to the required business of each new year, Members of the chapter and visitors will be honoring Dandy Diplomat Deputy Instructor, Dale Good.  An eventful evening is planned by Co-Chairs Pauline Beebe and Myrna Nilson.  The responders are expected to add to the fun as responders always do.  Worthy Matron and Worthy Patron Dorothy and Jim Stephens invite all members of the order to join us at 7:30 pm, Tuesday, April 17th, at Greenwood Masonic Center.  A special invitation is extended to The Heritage Grand Family; past and present Deputy Instructors; Past Matrons and Patrons of 1992-93, 2001-02 and 2004-05; King County Associate Conductresses of 2006-07; and members of Crown, Analia, Lakeside, Rada Uphus and Southgate Chapters.  We hope to welcome a full house for what promises to be an entertaining and interesting evening.
** Dale Good, publicity chair
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What is a podcast?
    A podcast is like a radio show on the computer. Commonly they are MP3 files that can be downloaded and listened to just like music and songs. You can subscribe to services that let you know when new podcasts are available. IPODS or other MP3 players can play them as well as almost any media program on your computer. There are a number of directories that list available podcasts. Just do a simple search for podcasts and you will find a bunch.
** Brother Mitch Duszynski, -Associate Patron (4x PP), Grand Representative of Idaho in Illinois, Hope Chapter #104, Urbana-Champaign, Illinois GGC
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Worthwhile Fund Raiser ....
    I'm dinging everyone in my address book who I know at least likes dogs JUST to get the word out about the coolest place ever for old dogs!  See News Article Below.  Thanks for your time and pass this on if you know anyone looking for an older dog! - Suzanne Nagy, Cyclamen Chapter
    4-H Dog Group teams up with local BMW Race Team to raise funds for www.olddoghaven.org.  
    Washington State 4-H Group Auburn Valley Tailwagger’s and RTG Motorsports are combining forces to raise funds for ‘The Old Dog Haven’.  All donations will go to the aid of dogs who can no longer be cared for by their owners due to a death or the aging needs of the dog and owner.  An amount of $25 can feed and house a dog for three months.   
    On March 17th RTG Motorsports will try to better their 3rd place finish at last year’s annual 8 Hour Enduro.  The team's average lap time was 1:20 and we
completed 336 laps. We hope to achieve ’Top Dog’ status at this years race! With our Euro M3 BMW, seasoned Grand AM pit crew, and the 'old dogs' driving, we
still have a few tricks up our sleeves!  
    Auburn Valley Tailwagger's will be collecting pledges on a per lap or flat fee basis.  Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far!  All expenses are
being covered by the owner of the team and 100% of all donations go directly to Old Dog Haven.  Every dollar counts! If you would like to help, contributions
can be made to:  'Old Dog Haven' and mailed : C/O RTG/AVT Fundraiser, 813 54th st SE, Auburn WA 98092
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Installation Invite ...
Spokane Chapter 163
Cordially invites you to attend
our Closed Installation of Officers
Tuesday, March 27 ...7:30 PM
at North Hill Temple
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Everett Chapter news ...
Dear Connie:
      Just a quick note- Everett Chapter #222  will have their installation on  Tuesday, April 3, 2007 at 7:30 at 234 Olympic Blvd.  in Everett at 7:30 pm   not on April 6 which is a Friday.
** Bliss Settergren, W.P.
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    ONLY FORWARD IF YOU CAN READ THIS!  AND SINCE I CAN READ IT, I'M GONNA SHARE!  
 
 
OES CHAPTERS CALENDAR
(as taken from your Ode Cards ... includes everything, hopefully!, except Official Visits and those are listed in the Masonic Calendar.  It has been suggested that I highlight all the Chapters on the Westside one color and on the Eastside another color.  Let me know if you like this arrangement.  The Cascades will be the dividing point!)
 
Reminders ...  March 16th - March 31st ...
 
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Friday, March 16th ... (3rd Friday)
  • Oasis Chapter, Ephrata ... Installation of Officers; 8:00 PM.
  • Sunshine Chapter, Prosser ... Installation of Officers.
 
Saturday,  March 17th ... (3rd Saturday) ...
  • Alderwood Chapter, Everett ... Installation of Officers; 2:00 PM
  • Poulsbo Chapter ... Installation of Officers; 10:00 AM.  Luncheon of Corned Beef & Cabbage to follow 
  • Tyler Chapter, University Place ... Installation of Officers;  7:30 PM
  • Victory Chapter, Millwood ... Installation of Officers; 7:00 PM.      
 
 
Sunday, March 18th ... (3rd Sunday) ...
  • Martha Chapter, Cheney ... Pancake Breakfast & Bazaar.
  • Sunnyside Chapter ... Officers Dinner & Practice.  Refreshments:  Linda Denson & Mabel Hendricks. 
 
Monday, March 19th ... (3rd Monday)
 
  • Bethlehem Chapter, Deer Park ... Baked Potato Bar:  6:00 PM.  Stated Meeting; Welcome-in Spring; Short Form; Honor Night for Luci Bristow, Dandy Diplomat Deputy Instructor; Recap of Year.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Ferndale Chapter ...   Stated Meeting; Farewell!  Honor Sideliners; Protems, Committee Members; Short Form.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Floral Chapter, Monroe ...  Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM
  • Grace Chapter, Ellensburg ...  Stated Meeting; Short Form; Farewell.  Serving:  Gladys & Bob Crosier.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Madrona Chapter, Anacortes ...   Stated Meeting; Last Meeting.  Refreshments & Decorations:  Elizabeth Lee.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Southgate Chapter, Burien ...  Potluck.  Stated Meeting; Short Form; Chapter Dress; Catch-up Night!  Dining Room:  Dorothy Lockett.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Warren Chapter, Tacoma ...    Stated Meeting; Farewell Meeting; 'Favorite Hat' Night!  Time:  7:30 PM.    
 
Tuesday, March 20th ... (3rd Tuesday) ...
  • Everett Chapter ...   Stated Meeting; Honor Members; Farewell.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Fern Chapter, Tacoma ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM
  • Greenwood Chapter, Seattle ...  Stated Meeting; Short Form; March Birthdays & Anniversaries; Elections of Officers; 'March is Red Cross Month'.  Refreshments:  Eleanor Fisher.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Guiding Star Chapter, Sumner ... Stated Meeting; Elections; Wear Green; Short Form.  Time: 7:30 PM. 
  • Hope Chapter, Oakesdale ...  Potluck Dinner:  6:30 PM.  Stated Meeting; Last Meeting.  Time:  8:00 PM. 
  • Lewis Chapter, Lakewood  ... Stated Meeting; Long Form; A Fond Farewell.  All Committee Reports Due!  Honor Night for Marjorie Blanchette, Dandy Diplomat Deputy Instructor.  Refreshments:  WM & WP.  Time:  8:00 PM.     
  • Maple Leaf Chapter, Bellingham ...  Stated Meeting; Farewell; Special Friends Night; Honor Adah.  Refreshments:  Evening Star Circle.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Montesano Chapter ... Let's join together one more time, for coffee, tea & cookies to discuss our hopes and dreams for the continued success of our Chapter.  If we are to keep our Chapter growing and full of energy, all of our ideas need to be shared.  Time:  7:30 PM., 
  • Priscilla Chapter, Port Gamble ... Potluck:  6:00 PM.  Stated Meeting; Men's Night; Elections & Farewell. Short Form. Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Vineland Chapter, Clarkston ...  Celebration Dinner:  6:00 PM.  Stated Meeting.  Time:  7:30 PM.  
 
Wednesday, March 21st  ... (3rd Wednesday) ...
  • Henry Wentworth Chapter, Vancouver ...  Stated Meeting; Long Form; Elections; End of the Year Report.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Kirkland Chapter ... 87th Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM.
  • Occidental Chapter, Ballard ... Stated Meeting; Annual Memorial & Honor committee Chairmen.  Time:  7:30 PM.    
  • Olympia Chapter, Tumwater ...  Stated Meeting; Happy Birthday!  Refreshments:  Marilyn & Bill Hollifield.  Time:  7:30 PM.   
  • Sunnyside Chapter ...  Stated Meeting; Installation of Officers.  Serving:  All Members.  Time:  8:00 PM. 
 
Thursday, March 22nd  ... (4th Thursday)
  • Adelphi Chapter, Spokane ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM.
  • Cedar Chapter, Tacoma ...    Stated Meeting; 'Farewell'; Short Form; Dress of Choice; Member's Birthday Party; Release Committees (except auditing).  Decorations & Refreshments:  Ruth Spreen.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Grand Coulee Dam Chapter, Coulee Dam ...  Stated Meeting; Short Form; Dress of Choice; Honor PM & PP; Chapter Birthday.  Refreshments:  Chapter Birthday!  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Harmony Chapter, Waterville ... Stated Meeting.  Refreshments:  Mary Meinzer.  Time: 8:00 PM. 
  • Ivanhoe Chapter, Spokane ... Stated Meeting; Election of Officers; Short Form.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Narcissus Chapter, Orting ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM (WM Elect-Fran Challender, WP Elect-Roscoe Cox)
  • Port Orchard Chapter ... Potluck for WM Becky Schell and WP Brian Gross:  6:00 PM.  Stated Meeting.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Pyramid Chapter, Federal Way ...  Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM.
  • Rosa Chapter, Benton City ... Stated Meeting; Short Form; 'End of Year'!  Installation of Officers; Refreshments:  All Serve.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Zillah Chapter, Newport ...  Stated Meeting.  Honor PM & PP.  Serving:  Glenna & Dana.  Time:  7:30 PM.     
 
Friday, March 23rd ... (4th Friday)
  • Alma Chapter, Kennewick ... Installation of Officers; 7:00 PM.      
  • Magnolia Chapter, Millwood ... Installation of Officers; 7:00 PM
  • Nesika Chapter, Renton ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM
 
Saturday, March 24th ... (4th Saturday)
  • Bethlehem Chapter, Deer Park ... Installation of Officers; Luci Bristow, WM-elect; Bob Bristow, WP-elect.  7:00 PM. 
  • Faith Chapter, Parkland ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM       
  • Laurel Chapter, Black Diamond ... Installation of Officers; 1:00 PM
  • Madrona Chapter, Anacortes ... Installation of Officers; 2:00 PM  
  • Pacific Chapter, Ilwaco ... Installation of Officers; 2:00 PM
  • Rada Uphus Chapter, Lake City ... Installation of Officers; 2:30 PM
  • Stanwood Chapter ... Installation of Officers; 4:00 PM
  • Welcome Chapter, Union City ... Installation of new corps of officers; 7:30 PM   
 
Monday, March 26th ... (4th Monday) ...
  • Corinthian Chapter, Tacoma ... Stated Meeting; Short Form; Farewell.  Refreshments:  Marianne Fletcher & Robert Brokaw.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Martha Chapter, Cheney ..  Stated Meeting; Closed Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM   
  • Trinity Chapter, Tumwater ...   Stated Meeting; Chapter Birthday; Honor all PM & PP; 50 Year Members; Short Form; Chapter Dress.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Warren Chapter, Tacoma ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM
 
Tuesday, March 27th ... (4th Tuesday) ...
  • Amethyst Chapter, Seattle ... Stated Meeting; Short Form; Chapter Dress; Elections.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Centralia Chapter ... Stated Meeting; 'Proud to Be An American' - Back to the USA.  Last meeting.  Refreshments:  WM & WP.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Doric Chapter, Seattle ... Stated Meeting; "Whistle While We Work"; Honor Committees; New Members; March Birthdays & Anniversaries.  Long Form; Chapter Dress.  Refreshments:  Carole Swanson & Sylvia Nunn.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Golden Rod Chapter, Snohomish ...  Dinner:  Everyone!  Stated Meeting; Canada Night; Jan, Feb & March birthdays.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Naomi Chapter, Puyallup ...   Potluck:  6:00 PM.  Stated Meeting; Carousel of Memories; Honoring Chapter Officers and Elections; Short Form; Attire of Choice.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Spokane Chapter ...  Stated Meeting; Chapter Memorial; Installation of Officers.  Serving:  Julie Prufer & Ada Anderson.  Time:  7:30 PM.
  • Vida Chapter, Tacoma ... Stated Meeting; Birthday Party; Short Form; Spring Attire.  Refreshments:  Ann Runger.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
 
Wednesday, March 28th ... (4th Wednesday) ...
  • Afton Chapter, Marysville ...  Potluck:  6:00 PM.  Chairs:  Frank & LaNita Pascoe.  Stated Meeting; Canadian Night - Ypres Visit.  Refreshments:  Midge McDonough, Irene Laughlin & Marian Smith.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Century Chapter, Issaquah ... Stated Meeting; Casual Dress; Last Meeting; Chapter Birthday.  Refreshments:  Mary Harper.  Time:  7:30 PM.  
  • Cyclamen Chapter, Auburn ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM
  • Evergreen Chapter, Goldendale ...  Stated Meeting; Officers Night; Farewell.  Refreshments:  Bert & Deb.  Time:  8:00 PM. 
  • Illihee Chapter, Toppenish .. Open Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM. 
  • Pine Tree Chapter, Kettle Falls ...  Stated Meeting; Installation of Officers; St. Patrick's!  Refreshments:  Luci & Bob Bristow, Donna Husby, & Lasca Bayley.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
  • Tacoma Chapter ... WM & WP Officer Appreciation Dinner:  6:00 PM.  Stated Meeting; 'The Ducks have waddled away and the puddles have dried up!'; Chapter Dress; Short Form.  Time:  7:30 PM.   
 
Thursday, March 29th ... (5th Thursday)
  • Crown Chapter, West Seattle ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM
  • Golden Rod Chapter, Snohomish ... Potluck:  6:00 PM.  Stated Meeting; visitation of Richmond Chapter, Sister Chapter in Richmond, BC.  Time:  7:30 PM. 
        Mount Baker Chapter, Mt. Vernon ... 7:30 PM. 
 
Friday, March 30th ... (5th Friday)
  • Amethyst Chapter, West Seattle ...  Installation of Officers; 7:00 PM    
  • Cedar Chapter, Tacoma ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM   
  • Cyrene Chapter, Sedro Woolley ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM 
  • Evergreen Chapter, Goldendale ... Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM. 
  • Greenwood Chapter, Seattle ... Installation of Officers; 7:00 PM
  • Lewis Chapter, Lakewood ...Installation of Officers; 7:30 PM 
  • Waconda Chapter, Gig Harbor ... Installation of new corps of Officers; 7:30 PM
 
Saturday, March 31st ... (5th Saturday)
  • Bethel Chapter, Granite Falls ... Installation of Officers; 2:00 PM. 
  • Centralia Chapter ... Installation of Officers; 1:30 PM.  Judy Battin-Sellers, WM-elect and Bob Rockwell, WP-elect.    
  • Doric Chapter, Fremont ... Installation of Officers; 7:00 PM  
  • Evening Star Chapter, Almira ... Installation of Officers; 2:00  PM
  • Juanita Chapter, Des Moines ... Installation of Officers; 2:00 PM
  • Lakeside Chapter, Bellevue ... Year End Dinner; Casual Dress. 
  • Priscilla Chapter, Port Gamble ... Installation of Officers; 1:00 PM
  • Southgate Chapter, Burien ...  Installation of Officers; 10:00 AM
  • Tula Chapter, Coupeville ... Installation of Officers; 2:00 PM.  
  • Tyee Chapter, Renton ... Installation of Officers; 2:00 PM
  • Waitsburg Chapter ... Installation of Officers; 2:00 PM   
Disclaimer "Calendar of Events like the weather, is subject to change"
 
 
MARCH MASONIC FAMILY CALENDAR ...
OES:  Events with Worthy Grand Matron
GL:  Events with the Grand Master
CHIPS:  Childhood Identification Program
TU = Team Uniform - consisting of blue blazer, grey slacks, white or blue Masonic shirt and team tie.
CTU = Casual Team Uniform - blue Masonic tee-shirt, slacks. 
 
 
NEW COINS ..
 
    Remember the article regarding the new dollars?  I received many emails regarding the subject!  Here are a few of the responses.
    Connie,
    This report is wrong!  I have one of the new dollars and "In God We Trust" is printed on it.  It is there!  It's just not where you're accustomed to seeing it.  Remember the ridges on the edge of the coins?  This new dollar doesn't have ridges.  Around the smooth edge where the ridges used to be is where "In God We Trust" is printed.
** Martha Hendrickson (Montana)
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Hi Connie,
    Just thought I would comment on the new Dollar Coin and the lack of "In God We Trust".  I went to the bank today and asked to see one, I could not find the words on either side, but the Teller pointed out to us the words inscribed on the edge of the coin.  "In God We Trust" and also  "E Pluribus Unum"  are etched in the edge of the coin,  so you know that they have to be very small and inconspicuous to get all that on the edge.   That's the first I ever knew of anything but ridges on the edge of a coin, but I guess that is the only way they can include it so no one will really notice it.  
** Carmen Ivey
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     I read in your last Stars of Washington that some think the phrase "In God We Trust" is not on the new Presidential dollar coins.  My dad is a collector of coins so I bought some for him and have seen "In God We Trust" printed on the EDGE of the coins.  Also imprinted on the edge is "E Pluribus Unum" and the year and mint mark (D or P).  So be sure to look at the edges of these new dollar coins.  "In God We Trust" is there!
** Nancy Pratt, Grand Representative of Washington in Indiana
P.S.  I have been receiving Stars of Washington for several months now and am enjoying it.  I look forward to meeting some of you when I attend part of your Grand Chapter session this summer.  
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    After reading the stars of Washington Newsletter, I decided that I would check the US Mint to see if they had anything on there about the new Presidential $1 Coins. It does say 'In God We Trust" It is on the outside edge of the coin. Here is the link to open the US Mint webpage where you will see a picture of it. I just thought you would like to know! I am much happier now, knowing that they didn't remove it!
** Kimberly Williams
 
 
THINGS YOU NEVER KNEW YOUR CELL PHONE COULD DO.       
 
    There are a few things that can be done in times of grave emergencies.
    Your mobile phone can actually be a life saver or an emergency tool for survival.  Check out the things that you can do with it:

FIRST
Subject: Emergency
The Emergency Number worldwide for Mobile is 112.
    If you find yourself out of the coverage area of your mobile; network and there is an emergency, dial 112 the mobile will search any existing network to establish the emergency number for you, and interestingly this number 112 can be dialed even if the keypad is locked.   Try it out.
SECOND
Subject: Have you locked your keys in the car?
    Does your car have remote keyless entry?  This may come in handy someday. Good reason to own a cell phone: If you lock your keys in the car and the
spare keys are at home, call someone at home on their cell phone from your cell phone. Hold your cell phone about a foot from your car door and have the person at your home press the unlock button, holding it near the mobile phone on their end.  Your car will unlock. Saves someone from having to drive your keys to you.  Distance is no object. You could be hundreds of miles away, and if you can reach someone who has the other "remote" for your car, you can unlock the doors (or the trunk).  Editor's Note: It works fine!
THIRD
Subject: Hidden Battery Power imagine your cell battery is very low.
    To activate, press the  keys *3370# Your cell will restart with this reserve and the instrument will show a 50% increase in battery.  This reserve will get charged when you charge your cell next time.
FOURTH
How to disable a STOLEN mobile phone?
    To check your Mobile phone's serial number, key in the following digits on your phone: * # 0 6 #
    A 15 digit code will appear on the screen. This number is unique to your handset.   Write it down and keep it somewhere safe. When your phone get stolen, you can phone your service provider and give them this code.  They will then be able to block your handset so even if the thief changes the SIM card, your phone will be totally useless. You probably won't get your phone back, but at least you know that whoever stole it can't use/sell it either. If everybody does this, there would be no point in people stealing mobile  phones. And Finally I have made note of my phone's serial number.
FIFTH
    Cell phone companies are charging us $1.00 to $1.75 or more for 411 information calls when they don't have to.  Most of us do not carry a telephone directory in our vehicle, which makes this situation even more of a problem. When you need to use the 411 information option, simply dial: (800) FREE 411, or (800) 373-3411 without incurring any charge at all. Program this into your cell phone now.
    This is the kind of information people don't mind receiving, so pass it on to your family and friends
** Shared by Bill Saunders
 
 
INVITATION
 
 
 
POULSBO CHAPTER #235
invites you to celebrate St. Patrick's Day
at their open installation of officers
Saturday, March 17, 2007 ... 10:00 AM
Warren G. Harding Masonic Temple
Third and Hostmark, Poulsbo, Washington
 
An Irish lunch will be served after the installation.
Please RSVP by March 14th to retiredrdh@seanet.com
 
 
INVITATION
 
"SPARKS WILL FLY"
Come join Lewis Chapter in Honoring our
Dandy Diplomatic Deputy
 
MARJORIE BLANCHETTE
 
on 20 March 2007 ... at 8:00 PM
Lancaster Masonic Center
4814 - 108th Street SW
Lakewood, WA
 
Special Invitations to:
All Present and Past Deputy Instructors
Worthy Matrons/Worthy Patrons of 1995-1996 (Ladies in Red)
Worthy Matrons/Worthy Patrons of 2000-2001
Worthy Matrons/Worthy Patrons of 2003-2004
All Eastern Star Sisters and Brothers
 
 
WASHINGTON STATE GRAND CHAPTER HISTORY AS COPIED FROM THE 43RD TRIENNIAL SOUVENIR BOOK

    In his book "The History of the Order of the Eastern Star", Brother Willis D. Engle reported that in December 1869 Brother Robert Macoy, on behalf of
the Supreme Grand Chapter, issued a charter for a Chapter in Vancouver, Washington--however, there is no record of such a Chapter functioning in
Washington.
    Evergreen #1 at Goldendale was the first Chapter in Washington Territory under the authority of the General Grand Chapter; and was organized on
November 12, 1881.  After that, seven other Chapters were chartered.  Rainbow #2 at Dayton, Chehalis #3 at Chehalis, Washington #4 at Colfax, Silver Spray #5 at Cheney, Lorraine #6 at Seattle, Fern #7 at Tacoma, and Henrietta #8 at Sprague.  In 1888 these chapters had a combined membership of 367.
    The call for a convention to organize a Grand Chapter in Washington was issued by Fern Chapter #7 on March 9,1888. The convention was held at Port Townsend on June 11, 1888, during the annual session of the Grand Lodge of Washington F. & A. M., with all eight chapters represented by a total of 23 delegates.  The Constitution and By-Laws of the Grand Chapter of Iowa, with some amendments was adopted.  Members of the Grand Chapter were Past Patrons and Past Matrons, and the Grand Patron was its executive head.  In 1890 the executive powers were given to the Grand Matron.
    As a result of paperwork problems, recognition of the Grand Chapter of Washington by the General Grand Chapter was delayed until March 26, 1889, and then for some reason, the Charter for the new Grand Chapter was not issued for 53 years.  In 1942 General Grand Chapter became aware of this omission, and W.M.G.M. Effie Eastton deputized P.M.W.G.M.Emma P. Chadwick to present the Charter to Washington.
    In the early years, the Order experienced bitter opposition from some Masons, however many prominent Masonic brothers joined and became active in the new organization.  The first four Grand Patrons were, or later became Grand Masters of Masons of Washington.  Over the years, eleven other Past Grand Patrons also served as Grand Masters. The active participation of these and many other prominent Masons, together with the assistance and financial support rendered by the Eastern Star in establishing the Masonic Home of Washington served to negate the unfounded bias of the Masonic fraternity concerning our Order.
    From the beginning, Washington's Grand Chapter enjoyed the privileges and benefits of participating, with the other Grand Chapters, in the exchange of
Grand Representatives.  However, in 1896, following similar action by "The Masonic Grand Bodies" in Washington, a resolution was adopted to abandon the
Eastern Star Grand Representative system, and it was not until 1907 that Washington rescinded this action and again began participating in the Grand
Representative system.
    In the late 1800's and early 1900's the Grand Chapter of Washington's relations with the General Grand Chapter were not always the best.  In those years Washington, along with some other Grand Chapters while recognizing that the G.G.C. had authority over the Ritual, believed that each Grand Chapter had supreme and exclusive jurisdiction within their own boundaries, over all other matters pertaining to the Order of the Eastern Star, and strongly felt that the G.G.C. had no authority to levy taxes or dues upon the individual Grand Chapters.  The dispute reached its peak in 1902 when Washington declared itself an independent Grand Chapter and not a constituent of the G.G.C..  It operated as such until 1906, when through the efforts of  P.G.M. Emma P. Chadwick and others, it rescinded its former action and rejoined the General Grand Chapter.
    In 1952 plans were begun to construct and operate a nursing home to provide "nursing care at reasonable rates for Eastern Star members not eligible for
admission to the Masonic Home".  After much work by many dedicated members, the "Emma P. Chadwick Memorial Home"  was opened in August 1964, on an eight
acre site near Bothell donated by Sister Hanna Gillette.  In 1985 the name was changed to the " Eastern Star Nursing Home".  A second nursing home was
opened in Yakima in 1989, but repairs and construction costs required by State Certification put a financial strain on both Homes resulting in their
sale in 1993. The money realized from the sale was placed in the "Eastern Star Charities fund of Washington".
    In its 111 year history, Washington is proud to have been honored by having two of its Past Grand Matrons also serve as Most Worthy Grand Matrons of the
General Grand Chapter; Sister Emma P. Chadwick, Worthy Grand Matron in 1899, who served as M.W.G.M. in 1928-1931, and Sister Carol Strizek, Worthy Grand
Matron in 1956, who served as M.W.G.M. in 1982-1985.  Both of these distinguished Sisters, by their actions, brought esteem and honor to our beautiful order.
** Submitted by>  Myrtle Powers. Grand Historian, P.M. Pilgrim Chapter #157
 
 
 
 
 
 
INSTALLATION DATES
 
    Yes!  It is that time of year again!  If your Chapter has selected the date for their installation, please send it to me and I will include it on the list.  It would be great if you could, after elections, include the names of your Worthy Matron-elect/Worthy Patron-elect. 
 
April 2nd (Monday)
    Ferndale Chapter ... 7:30 PM
April 3rd (Tuesday)   
    Everett Chapter ... 7:30 PM
    Maple Leaf Chapter, Bellingham ... 7:30 PM
April 4th (Wednesday):
    Hope Chapter, Oakesdale ... 8:00 PM
    Occidental Chapter, Ballard ... 7:30 PM 
    Olympia Chapter ... 7:30 PM 
April 5th (Thursday)
    Pilgrim Chapter, Sequim ... CLOSED Installation; 7:30 P.M..  (Worthy Matron elect is Mary Miller, WM-elect and Robert "Babe" Ruth, WP-elect
    Reliance Chapter, Bremerton ... 7:30 PM
April 6th (Friday):
    Century Chapter, Issaquah ... 7:30 PM
    Crystal Chapter, Enumclaw ...  7:30 PM
April 7th (Saturday):
    Corinthian Chapter, Tacoma ... 2:00 PM    
    Grand Coulee Dam Chapter, Coulee Dam ... 1:00 PM
    Guiding Star Chapter, Sumner ... 7:30 PM   
    Lakeside Chapter, Bellevue ... 2:00 PM  
    Naomi Chapter, Puyallup ... 2:00 PM
    Olympic Chapter, Bremerton ... 7:30 PM
    Port Orchard Chapter ... 1:00 PM
April 9th (Monday)
    Trinity Chapter, Olympia  ... 7:30 PM
    White Rose Chapter, Spokane ... 1:00 PM. 
April 10th (Tuesday)
    Vida Chapter, Tacoma ... 7:30 PM
April 11th (Wednesday)
    Tacoma Chapter ... 7:30 PM 
April 12th (Thursday)
    Zillah Chapter, Newport ... 7:30 PM
April 14th (Saturday)
    Afton Chapter, Marysville ... 2:00 PM.  
    Martha Washington Chapter, Vancouver ... 2:00 PM.  (Eleanor Westlake, WM-elect; George Westlake, WP-elect).
 
 
BLUE LODGE AGENDAS
 
 

March 15:

* Garfield Lodge No. 41 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
* Newport Lodge No. 144 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
March 16:
* Burlington-United Lodge No. 93 ... St. Patrick's Day Dinner; 6:00 PM.
* Whidbey Island Lodge No. 15 ... Pizza/Movie Night.
March 17:
* Skykomish No. 259 ... Stated Meeting; 2:00 PM
* Sultan-Monroe Lodge No. 160/Damascus Lodge No. 199 ... Joint Table Lodge at Damascus; 7:00 PM.
March 19: 
* Langley Lodge No. 218 ... Stated Meeting; 7:00 PM.
March 20:
* Crystal Lodge No. 122 ... Stated Meeting; Friends Night Dinner; 7:30 PM.
* Sultan-Monroe Lodge No. 160 ... Stated Meeting; Dinner:  Corn Beef & Cabbage; 6:30 PM.
* Whidbey Lodge No. 15 ... Stated Meeting; DDOV; 7:30 PM.
March 21:
* Centennial Lodge No. 25 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
* Kettle Falls Lodge No. 130 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM. 
March 22:
* Camanio Lodge No. 19 ... Degree Practice; 7:00 PM.
* Peninsular Lodge No. 95 ... Special Communication; 7:30 PM.
March 26:
* Deer Park Lodge No. 134 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM. 
* Everett Lodge No. 137 ... Special Communication; 7:30 PM.
March 27:
* Chewelah Lodge No. 135 ... Stated Meeting; 7:00 PM. 
* Damascus Lodge No. 199 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
March 28:
* Arlington Lodge No. 129 ... Stated Meeting; Visiting Lodge:  Camanio Lodge No. 19; 7:30 PM.
 
         
 
If you wish to have your Blue Lodge Agenda in this section, please let me know!)
 
 
MASONIC NEWS
 
Royal Arch Park news ...
    Connie, 
    If Jack hasn't contacted you already, could you put it out that the Royal Arch Park is having a mass tree-planting & all volunteers (youth included) are welcome; 10-5 on Saturday, the 17th - lunch to be provided.
20821 Maple Valley Highway SE
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 432-2066
THX!
** Ralph Omholt
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Audubon Park Lodge Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner
Whom:  You are all invited to our Annual Dinner.  If able to come please do so!
Where:  Audubon Park Lodge.  2821 N.W. Blvd.  Spokane WA
What:  Audubon Park Masonic Foundation, Annual Meeting , AND Fourteenth Annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner and Appreciation Night. 
Alternate meals:   will be available upon notification and request.  Baked Chicken and Fish.
When: March 21, 2007 at 6:30 pm.  Lodge will be dark.  Public invited.  Especially kids and grand's.
Why: The dinner is our Foundations Annual meeting (By laws require report to membership and Grand Lodge) and fund raiser. 
Donation : of $10.00 requested. 
Who:  Grand Master Charles McQuery will be our special guest.  Elective and Appointive Officers and Committeemen are all invited. 
AND:  We will have a 100th year birthday celebration for one of our Brothers.  Certificates of Appreciation will be handed to our donors.  Come and see the improvements made to the Temple Building, exterior and interior
    Charitable Grants:  Audubon Park Masonic Foundation will make Charitable Grants to Spokane Schools Bike For Books, Jobs Daughters, Scottish Rite Speech Center, Audubon Park Lodge 272 and Audubon Park Temple Building Association. 
    FUN:  Door prizes, Raffle prizes, and silent auction.  Entertainment is being arranged.
    Please call or email for further information.  Also please make reservations so we can plan setup and number or meals to prepare.  509-328-2910  eeberman@hotmail.com   509-328-2910
** W.Br. Eric E. Berman, A.P Lodge 272, Sect.  and A.P. Masonic Foundation, Sec-Treas and Chair.
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Little Chapter Order of Demolay news ...
    First to Gene and Connie can we get this info into the Masonic Press for all to see.  To Andy Here is the information on some of the activities going on at the Masonic Center in Bothell.

Brethren and Friends,
   On Wednesday Evening February 28th TH. Little Chapter Order of DeMolay initiated 3 new members this brings to 13 the active members of the Chapter here in Bothell.  This was the most important part of the program as the chapter was assisted by the State Core and Demolay Members and Adults traveled some distance to assist.  Remember the Snow Storm and terrible road conditions that evening.
   There was also a unique presentation that night as one of the Original Dad Advisors to the Demolay was Present.  Murray was the Dad Advisor (57 years ago) of the 1st Dad Advisor for TH. Little and he too was present.  The 1st Master Counselor, John, of TH. Little was present also.  These 3 VWB and WB Brother Masons all spoke on what DeMolay was like several years ago and how it was founded to present young men a place to go for the father figure as many of the adults were serving in the Armed Forces fighting for our Country's beliefs.  Brethren today we are once again in a state of international turmoil and many of today'ss Children have relatives serving in the defense of our countries principals.  So please if you know of a young man between the ages of 12 and 20 who is in need of an adult figure in his life contact one of the local DeMolay Chapters and look into what they have to offer.
   DeMolay presents these young men with the opportunity to speak in public, develop a term or business plan, and vote on financial needs and expenses.  These are the working parts of the program.  Also the young members have the opportunity to travel to state, national and international conventions, socialize with members of the International Order of Rainbow for Girls, and Job's Daughters International.  They plan fun events such as inner tubing, camping, hiking, sporting competition, dances, and other activities which are of interest to the youth of today.  The adults who assist are there as Advisors and it is up to the boys themselves to make the plans and initiate the programs they choose by a vote of the membership.  the Master Counselor or CEO creates a plan for his term, presents in to both the boys and Advisors for approval.  It is then his duty to form teams to see it successfully implemented.  This may seem like a lot of work but today'ss children if given a chance are completely capable of instituting this type of program.  
   For those that don't know the names of some of the former DeMolay members think about Walt Disney, John Wayne, several Presidents, may of today's Astronauts all who most likely had their start in leadership as a member of the International Order of DeMolay.
** By Vincent DiGiulio
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Fellowship Chapter #61, RAM news ...
    Tuesday evening March 13th Fellowship Chapter #61 had it regular stated Communication.  This event was very special as we as Royal Arch Masons had the honor of being presented a Musical Recital by one of the young ladies we have assisted in gaining sponsorship through the Royal Arch Masons Children Heart Foundation.  Natalie a very mature young lady for her age (8) wanted to thank the Royal Arch Masons and the Masonic Family for their help.  
    Natalie has had several heart operations during her young life.  This last operation was to be preformed in at the Boston Children Hospital and the Masons of Washington especially t