We received TWO communications from Grand Lodge this week.  It was such a remarkable occurrence we are considering adding them to our Face Book “Friends” list.  The first was anticipated, and noted in our last post.  The second promises to take us to a completely different place.  As copied from the Grand Lodge notices, each speaks for itself.

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DGM Roll-Out Meetings' Dates & Locations

The Deputy Grand Master, Douglas N. Kaylor, will hold several meetings this summer to roll out plans for the 2016-2017 Masonic year. 

All Ohio Freemasons are invited to attend – particularly the Masters and Wardens, DDGMs, DEOs, District Advisors, and Grand Lodge officers.  These meetings will be held in July and August so the Brethren should feel free to attend comfortably (though tastefully) dressed. 
The dates, start times, and locations are listed below; please attend the meeting that best fits your schedule.

Roll Out Meeting Schedule

Tuesday, July 19, 7 pm, Scioto Lodge No. 6, 57 East Main Street, Chillicothe, Ohio  45601

Wednesday, July 20, 7 pm, Cambridge Masonic Temple, 730 Wheeling Avenue, Cambridge, Ohio  43725

Thursday, July 21, 7 pm, Mansfield Masonic Temple, 1250 Middle Bellville Road, Mansfield, Ohio  44904

Saturday, July 23, 10 am, Northwest Masonic Temple, 2436 West Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio  43235

Tuesday, July 26, 7 pm, Lima Masonic Temple, 2165 North Cole Street, Lima, Ohio  45801

Wednesday, July 27, 7 pm, Phoenix Lodge No. 123, 590 East South Boundary, Perrysburg, Ohio  43551

Thursday, July 28, 7 pm, Amelia Lodge No. 590, 290 Judd Road, Amelia, Ohio  45102

Tuesday, August 2, 7 pm, Huber Heights Lodge No. 777, 7778 Wildcat Road, Huber Heights, Ohio  45424

Wednesday, August 3, 7 pm, Cortland Lodge No. 529, 3263 Everett-Hull Road, Cortland, Ohio  44410

Wednesday, August 10, 7 pm, Canton Masonic Center, 836 North Market Avenue, Canton, Ohio  44702

Tuesday, August 23, 7 pm, Paramuthia Lodge No. 25, 12 West Carpenter Street, Athens, Ohio  45701

Monday, August 29, 7 pm, Lyndhurst Masonic Temple, 5516 Mayfield Road, Lyndhurst, Ohio  44124

Tuesday, August 30, 7 pm, Elyria Lodge No. 787, 251 6^th Street, Elyria, Ohio  44305
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GRAND LODGE OF OHIO 2018 CARIBBEAN CRUISE

An Eastern Caribbean cruise aboard the Celebrity Equinox Cruise Ship is being organized for the benefit of the Ohio Freemasons and their families.  Port cities will include San Juan, Puerto Rico; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; and Basseterre, St. Kitts.  The details of pricing, accommodations, and how to register are all below.  GOOD SAILING!

DEPARTING: JANUARY 6, 2018 FROM PORT MIAMI, FLORIDA FOR A

7-DAY EASTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE ABOARD THE CELEBRITY EQUINOX CRUISE SHIP

The Grand Lodge block is available until June 24, 2016 so register NOW!  

Group Name: OHIO GRAND LODGE

Group Identification Number: 4543678

Group Phone Number: 888-727-4907  Option #1, then Ext. 18878

Group Assistance Hours: M-F 9:00am-7:00pm; Sat 10:00am-7:00pm; Closed Sundays

CELEBRITY SELECT DINNING - GROUP TOGETHER AND RESERVE YOUR OWN DINING TIME

Receive Promotions when booking - Ask for Details as to What is Available.

$75.00 per Cabin Cruise Credit for all cabins

Travel Insurance Available - YOUR OPTION - ASK FOR DETAILS WHEN BOOKING

Celebrity; Royal Caribbean; and Azamara Cruise Line Loyalty Credits Available - Ask for Details

Passports Will Be Required

CELEBRITY ChoiceAir® Available - Airlines Schedule Approximately 330 day in Advance

Assured Arrival; Lowest Fares; 24/7 Assistance; No Fee; Airline Flexibility

Possible Degree work while on the Cruise – either on the ship or while in a port! – To Be Determined

$250.00 Deposit Per Person Required when Booking

FINAL PAYMENT DUE: OCTOBER 8, 2017

NO FEE FOR CANCELLATION PRIOR TO FINAL PAYMENT

A LIMITED NUMBER OF VERANDA (Cat. C1); OCEANVIEW (Cat. 7) AND INSIDE (Cat. 10) CABINS ARE BEING HELD - CHOOSE ONE OF THE HELD CABINS, OR SELECT YOUR OWN.  (BASED ON AVAILABILITY) - Perks may be Limited Depending on Your Cabin Category

BASE RATES PER PERSON: (Based on Double Occupancy)

VERANDA $1089.00; OCEANVIEW $899.00; INSIDE $679.00

$96.57 Per Person Fees and Port Charges will be added to your base cabin booking price.

Ohio Group Coordinators: Brad & Kathy Goebel bradgoebel@gmail.com; kathyrgoebel@gmail.com

This information is based on our best understand of arrangements made as of May 24, 2016 and are subject to change. Please ask for clarification of all details when making a reservation to join this special Grand Lodge of Ohio organized event. All Payments will be handled by CELEBRITY CRUISES.

NO Grand Lodge Funds will be used for this Cruise.

Participating individuals are responsible for all travel and cruise expenses.

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With the exceptions noted above, below is our anticipated schedule for the balance of 2016.  Adjustments will be made as necessary, so check back often.

June 12, 2016                      Masonic Home Day, Springfield campus.

June 19, 2016                      Father’s Day.  This isn’t just a day to honor your Father, but all those men who have made a positive impact on your life. 

June 24, 2016                      Opening ceremonies for the Special Olympics, Jesse Owens Sports Complex – OSU Campus, Columbus, Ohio.

July 4, 2016                          Independence Day.  Celebrate the birth of a nation!

September 5, 2016             Labor Day.  Although fun, this isn’t just a day for cookouts.  It is a day to celebrate those who made our country, and continue to do the heavy lifting necessary to keep it great.

September 7, 2016             Stated Meeting.  MM practice.

September 8-10, 2016       Marion Popcorn Festival

September 10, 2016           15^th District Annual Meeting, Indian Lake #722, at 9am.

September 11, 2016           15^th District Awards Dinner, Plaza Inn, Mt. Victory, at 6pm.

September 21, 2016.          Stated Meeting.  MM degree.

October 10, 2016                Columbus Day.  Celebrate Christoforo Columbo, who “sailed the ocean blue in 1492”, and for years was identified as the person who discovered America.  History buffs generally recognize the land was named for Amerigo Vespucci, who apparently had a better PR Manager.  Both had better PR men than Leif Eriksson, credited with landing here 500+ years earlier than either of them.

October 14-15, 2016           Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Ohio, held at the Kalahari Resort, Sandusky, Ohio.

November 2, 2016.             Stated Meeting.  Annual Election of Officers.

November 8, 2016.             Election Day.  Take the time to exercise the privilege secured for you by our ancestors.  Your vote does make a difference!

November 11, 2016            Veterans Day.  Originally called Armistice Day, it signified the end of WW1.  Renamed in 1954, it now celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans. 

November 12, 2016            15^th District Fall Education Meeting, 9am at Boggs #202.

December 3, 2016              15^th District Past Masters Convocation, 9am, held at Chester #238.

December 25, 2016            Christmas. 

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

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