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CLUE #6
Put on your Boots ----
We were in the east, but a fast turnaround we must go.
The horses are getting tired, but they too, are eager to know. 
Darel says WHOA - just you wait and see, who the next special one is going to be.
Join us on May 14th at #5405 (chapter address).  Ida betcha' got this.
I'll meet you at the Garden Door

CLUE #4
Put on your Boots ----
Our wagon train, up north we must travel,
Through snow, rain & gravel.
The 8th will take us to the bay,
To a town called "Little Norway"
On a wing and a prayer
 

Answer:

Congratulations Sharon Spudich, Grand Chaplain 2024-25  from Poulsbo Chapter and her escort Becky Schell.

GrandChaplainSharonSpudich


CLUE #5
Put on your Boots ----
Oh it's a lucky 13th day - we're turning around,
We are now eastward bound.
A fire didn't dampen our spirits or make us flee,
Our Masonic friends came to our rescue and meet us under the white oak tree. 

CLUE #3
Put on your Boots ----
Teachers are a special breed.
They are such "deers".
They lead us on our way
To a place where the baby lay.
 
Answer:
Congratulations Mary Hagstrom, Eastside Deputy Chairman 2024-2025, Bethlehem Chapter!
 
Mary Hagstrom reveal

CLUE #2
Put on your Boots ----
Back over the mountains.
The east is calling so we must go. 
We need to find a deer in the park that we can lasso.
May 6th is the day to do a little more sashay.
We'll gather a little Wheat on the way
 

Answer:
Congratulations Karen Taisey, Grand Ruth 2024-25, and her escort Eleanor Okusko from Bethlehem Chapter!

Karen Taisey reveal


 

General Grand Chapter Committee Appointments at Hands Across the Border May 4, 2024

Washington General Grand Chapter Committee Appointments 2024-2027

(Picture includes appointees present at "Hands Across the Border" from multiple jurisdictions)

Darlene Wiggins - Alzheimer's
Pamela Lee - Cancer
Marge Ramsdell (not pictured) - Historical Landmarks
Charles Tewalt - Necrology

CLUE #1
Put on your Boots ----
Hop on the wagon train.
We’re starting off this day,
Singing George Strait all the way.
The 2nd is the day we’re going to a chapter on the terrace where we’ll do a little sashay.
Music to your ears

 

Answer:

Congratulations Terri Elwood who will be Grand Organist for 2024-25 and her escort Rick Elwood from Analia Chapter.

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The 2023-2024 Wild and Wonderful Grand Family

The 2023-2024 "Wild and Wonderful" Grand Family


 

Event News & Notices

2023-2024

Grand Chapter Registration and Meals

 Online registration is now available.

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 TWO Opportunities to participate in the 2024 Ritual Competition!

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Slug Crawl

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TWO Opportunities to participate in the first-ever "Jungle" Slug Crawl Fundraiser!

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WGM Messages

WGM Health Message

Important Message from WGM Judy Turchin:

Dear OES Members - once again COVID is on the rise, and RSV and flu are ramping up soon as well. PLEASE do not attend any Eastern Star function if you are not feeling 100% well. After a recent Eastern Star function became a COVID spreader event, it is obvious that we need to be more cautious. No OES event is so important that you need to attend if you are not feeling well, and those most at risk may wish to start masking. Let us "love one another" by keeping everyone safe.emoji masked face clip art

Grand Chapter Meals

 

 

Jungle Animals

SUNDAY

“Welcome to the Jungle" Gala

Social at 5:00pm,  Dinner at 6:00pm
Price includes food ($49.95) + 19.5% gratuity ($9.74) + 8.8% tax ($5.25)

Special Attire: Jungle Safari Casual

No-host bar available.

Menu: sliced skirt steak with coffee rub on a bed of cabernet sauce topped with sauteed mushrooms | Yukon gold mashed potatoes | seasonal vegetables | house salad | freshly baked rolls | coffee/hot tea 

 

Event Date 06-23-2024 5:00 pm
Event End Date 06-23-2024 10:00 pm
Cut Off Date 06-01-2024
Registered 37
Individual Price $65.00
Categories Grand Chapter Meals
Zebra with Megaphone

MONDAY

All Member Lunch and Past & Present Deputy Instructor Lunch

Price includes food ($30.95) +19.5% gratuity ($6.04) + 8.8% tax ($3.26)

Croissant Menu: turkey breast, apple-smoked bacon, jack cheese, lettuce, tomato | pasta salad (VEG) | assorted chips | iced tea
Event Date 06-24-2024 11:45 am
Event End Date 06-24-2024 12:45 pm
Cut Off Date 06-01-2024
Registered 23
Individual Price $45.00
Categories Grand Chapter Meals
travel documents

Monday

3.) All-Member Buffet and Present & Former Grand Representative Buffet

Price includes food ($45.95) +19.5% gratuity ($8.96) + 8.8% tax ($5.04)

Orchard Buffet Menu: Chicken fricassee w/fire-roasted fuji apples | roasted pork loin
w/balsamic glaze (GF) |roasted sweet & red potatoes w/root veggies (A) | rice pilaf (GF) |
tortellini pasta salad (VEG) |fruit bowl (A) | fresh baked breadbasket (VEG) | C | coffee/hot tea
Event Date 06-24-2024 5:00 pm
Event End Date 06-26-2023 6:30 pm
Cut Off Date 06-01-2024
Registered 31
Individual Price $60.00
Categories Grand Chapter Meals
Hedgehog with glasses

Monday

4.) Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons (only) Dinner

Price includes food ($47.95) +19.5% gratuity ($9.35) + 8.8% tax ($5.04)

Menu: pan-seared pork tenderloin medallions | topped with brie and sour cherry preserves with
natural jus | baby and sweet potatoes | green salad (GF/VEG) w/cucumber, tomatoes, olives, cheese,
croutons, ranch dressing | dessert: apple crisp w/vanilla bean whipped topping (VEG/GF) |coffee/tea.



Event Date 06-24-2024 5:00 pm
Event End Date 06-24-2024 6:30 pm
Cut Off Date 06-01-2024
Registered 8
Individual Price $63.00
Categories Grand Chapter Meals
Welcome

TUESDAY

5.) All Member Luncheon

Price includes food ($30.95) + 19.5% gratuity ($6.04) + 8.8% tax ($3.26)

Chicken Salad Wrap Menu: shredded chicken in flour tortilla with honey yogurt dressing, apples,
lettuce, cherries, candied pecans | pasta salad (GF) | assorted chips | iced tea

Event Date 06-25-2024 11:30 am
Event End Date 06-25-2024 12:30 pm
Cut Off Date 06-01-2024
Registered 10
Individual Price $40.00
Categories Grand Chapter Meals
Buffet sign

Tuesday

6.) All Member Dinner Buffet and Group Dinner Buffets

Price includes food ($45.95) + 19.5% gratuity ($8.96) + 8.8% tax ($4.83)

Big BBQ Menu: angus beef brisket rubbed with applewood smoked spices (GF) | BBQ chicken thighs (DF, GF) | gouda mac-n-cheese (VEG) | buttered corn (A) | baked beans | jalapeno /cheddar cornbread (GF) | traditional coleslaw (GF, VEG) | fresh fruit bowl (A) | traditional potato salad (GF) | green salad (A) | Dessert: Apple Crisp w/vanilla bean whipped topping (VEG/GF) | coffee/hot tea
Event Date 06-25-2024 5:00 pm
Event End Date 06-25-2024 7:00 pm
Cut Off Date 06-01-2024
Registered 21
Individual Price $60.00
Categories Grand Chapter Meals
Chickens

WEDNESDAY

7. PAGO (Past Appointed Grand Officer Lunch)

Price includes food ($34.95) + 19.5% gratuity ($6.82) + 8.8% tax ($3.68)

Coconut Chicken Menu: crispy panko-coated coconut chicken | Jasmine rice | vegetable medley |
house salad | freshly baked rolls (VEG) | iced tea

All Past Appointed Grand Officers are Welcome
Event Date 06-26-2024 12:00 pm
Event End Date 06-26-2024 1:00 pm
Cut Off Date 06-01-2024
Registered 6
Individual Price $46.00
Categories Grand Chapter Meals

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