Monday, May 8, 2017



Where has the time gone!

It seems like just yesterday we were relaxing after our MM Inspection.  That was three months ago!  Time does fly when you are busy, and we have been busy.

The most notable adjustment in our routine has been candidates.  We are awaiting the MM exams on the last of our trio of candidates.  Work schedules and health issues have been contributing factors, but this should be resolved “soon”.  In addition, we have initiated two additional candidates.  Unfortunately our summer break will result in a pause in their progress, but that is an issue we are happy to have.

The Deputy Grand Master Roll-Out Program schedule has been released, as noted below.  These are excellent opportunities to learn first hand what is in store for Ohio Lodges from the person who authored the plan.  They are informal by nature, being a presentation followed by a Q&A session.  Over the years each of us has probably received a written directive, and after reading it wondered “What made them think this was a good idea?”  These sessions are your chance to find out.  The Grand Lodge site has the full schedule, but here are the sessions closest to our area:  July 27 – Columbus, August 7 – Lima, August 8 – Tiffin.

We have an update on our roof repair issue.  The official answer is “Not yet.”  The circumstances of the leak, and the type of repair needed, requires a combination of things that have been in short supply:  an extended period of warm, dry weather, combined with being at the top of the repair list.  You may have guessed by now that particular trifecta has not occurred, but we are nearing closer. 

Since we spoke above of summer breaks, even if we aren’t holding a tyled meeting, activities still occur.  Our calendar below highlights many events, meetings, holidays, and a few special occasions. 



May 29, 2017            Memorial Day. 
Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates all men and women who have died in military service for the United States. Many people visit cemeteries and memorials on Memorial Day and it is traditionally seen as the start of the summer season.

June 4, 2017            Ohio Masonic Home Day, Springfield, Ohio.  See schedule link on the left side of this page.

June 21, 2017          First Day of Summer.  Break out the sun screen!

June 23, 2017          Ohio Special Olympics.
Opening Ceremony (http://www.sooh.org/events.php)

June 24, 2017          300th Anniversary of Modern Freemasonry
15th District Picnic, 2pm, hosted by East Liberty #247.

July 4, 2017              Independence Day.  Celebrate the birth of a nation! 
As of this date, 241 years and counting.

July 18 – August 17, 2017            Deputy Grand Master Roll-Out Programs.
Held in various locations throughout Ohio.  All sessions scheduled for 7-9pm.  Please refer to the schedule below, or the Grand Lodge web site for specific locations.

September 4, 2017             Labor Day

September 6, 2017             First Lodge meeting after summer break

September 16, 2017           15th District Annual Meeting. 
Held at Mad River #161 at 9am.

September 17, 2017           15th District Awards Banquet. 
Held at the Plaza Inn, Mt. Victory, OH, at 6pm.  (http://plazainn.net/)

October 9, 2017                   Columbus Day

October 20-21, 2017           Grand Lodge Annual Communication.
                                                Held at the Dayton Masonic Center.

November 11, 2017            Veterans Day
This is the day to celebrate those who have placed their lives on the line for the freedoms we love. Don't take the opportunity just to thank a Veteran. Do take the opportunity to thank all the Veterans you encounter, whether in person or via social media. It will mean more to them than words can describe.

November 18, 2017            15th District Fall Education Meeting. 
Held at La Rue #463 at 9am.

November 23, 2017            Thanksgiving
In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared an autumn harvest feast that is acknowledged today as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies. In 1863, in the midst of the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national Thanksgiving Day to be held each November. Take time to give thanks for what you hold dear.

November 25, 2017            The Game.
Since 1897 The Ohio State University has played the University of Michigan. Between them they have won 79 Big Ten Championships, and 19 National Championships. Long considered the country’s best college football rivalry, it is considered “must see TV” in both states. This chapter takes place at That School Up North.  How can shopping possibly compare?

December 2, 2017              15th District Past Master Convocation. 
Held at Oliver #447 at 9am.

December 25, 2017            Christmas

December 31, 2017            New Year’s Eve.
                                                Be sure to pick your Designated Driver first!

January 1, 2018                  New Year’s Day


That’s what we know for now.  See you in Lodge!


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