Summertime!
(Almost)
This is one of those topics certain
to stir a discussion. As usual, it
depends on what landmarks are in use.
Judging by the equinox it is still spring - and a marvelous one it
is. Using other measures suggests it
already is, or will soon turn to summer.
Two of those measures are Memorial Day and the summer break from Lodge
meetings.
Memorial Day is generally considered
as having been established on May 5, 1868, by an organization of Union veterans.
Originally called Decoration Day, it was a time for decorating the
graves of soldiers with flowers. Through
legislation passed in 1968, the observance was moved from May 30th
to the last Monday in May, effective in 1971.
Summer, otherwise known as “tourist season”, is generally considered to
run from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day.
Lodge meetings operate on a
different schedule completely. (How else
could you explain the year starting November 1st?) Historically the vast majority of Lodges take
a break during the summer months. Many
reasons have been offered, but the need to attend to crops and livestock
combined with the recent invention of air conditioning seem the most
likely. That doesn’t mean that Lodges
are idle during the summer months, as our schedule below will attest. It does suggest that Stated Meetings are put
on hold.
Such is the case for our
Lodge. Our next scheduled Stated Meeting
will be held on Wednesday, September 2nd,
at our usual time. Be careful not to
confuse the issue: we are not canceling
any meetings; we are just stating that if you show up before September 2nd
you will be very lonely.
Since our last post you will
note that we have added an additional page to our site: La Rue Area
Activities, Events, and Services. The title of the page provides insight into
the contents. Take a few minutes to
check it out, even if you live in the area.
You might find or learn something new.
The 2015 schedule has been
posted for the Deputy Grand Master Rollout Programs in Ohio. These
sessions present an opportunity to hear thoughts, ideas, and plans for the
fraternity directly from the source.
They are informal, and present an opportunity to ask questions and seek
clarification. The session is repeated
in various locations to cut travel time and ensure everyone has an opportunity
to attend. Below are the dates and
locations of this year’s sessions, all of which start at 7:30pm:
Tuesday, July 28 at the Findlay Masonic Temple, Findlay, Ohio.
Friday, July
31 at Jefferson Lodge # 90, Middletown, Ohio
Tuesday, August 4 at the Northland Masonic Temple, Columbus, Ohio
Wednesday,
August 12 at the Mansfield Masonic Temple, Mansfield, Ohio
Friday, August 14 at the Cuyahoga Falls Masonic Temple, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Tuesday,
August 18 at Guernsey Lodge # 66, Cambridge, Ohio
Thursday, August 20 at Paramutha Lodge # 25, Athens, Ohio
Tuesday,
August 25 at Scioto Lodge # 6, Chillicothe, Ohio
Here are some additional
dates for your consideration:
May 25, 2015 Memorial Day.
An opportunity to express appreciation for those who have sacrificed to
keep our country free.
June 14, 2015 Flag
Day
June 21, 2015 Father’s Day. An
opportunity to honor fathers and fatherhood, and celebrate the contributions
they have made in our lives.
July 4, 2015 Independence Day. Celebrating the birth of a nation doesn’t have
to include parades, picnics, and fireworks, but it is fun when it does.
September 2, 2015 Lodge. This
is our first meeting after the summer break.
September 7, 2015 Labor Day.
Dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers,
it constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made
to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.
October 23-24, 2015 Annual Communication of Grand Lodge, held at the
Convention Center, Columbus, Ohio. Details will
be posted as they become available.
Along the way we will add
more dates and information. Check back
often.
That’s all we know for now. Stay cool, and we’ll
See you in
Lodge!
.
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