It’s FALL !!!

 

For all those who were too hot this summer, and desperately longed for the cooler temperatures of autumn, here you are!  As most “seasoned” folks will tell you, be careful what you wish for.

 

The 15^th District Annual Meeting is in the rear view mirror.  Although we’ve yet to receive copies of the Official Minutes, we did obtain access to a list of dates and events that might fit into your future.  Below is what we’ve gleaned:

  

November 4, 2022 – This date is important for several reasons. 

1 - It is the Annual Meeting of La Rue Lodge #463. 

2 – It is the deadline for receipt of dues for 2022-23.

3 – It is anticipated that we will have distinguished visitors from the Scottish Rite Valley of Columbus.  We are to be presented with their Benjamin Franklin Award, for Lodges observing their 150^th year.  (We know, we don’t look a day over 139.)

 

October 27-28, 2022 - 213th Annual Grand Lodge Communication, Columbus, OH. 

November 19, 2022 – 15^th District Education Meeting at 9am, Palestine #158.

December 3, 2022 – 15^th District Past Masters Convocation at 9am, Marion #70.

February 4, 2023 – JC Musser Workday at 9am, Oliver #447.

March 11, 2023 – State Secretaries Meeting

March 25, 2023 – La Rue #463’s MM Inspection.  Time and location to be determined.

April 9, 2023 – Easter

June 9, 2023 – 15^th District Grand Master’s Reception, hosted by Palestine #158.

June 10, 2023 – Reconsecration of Palestine #158 and Mad River #161.

June 11, 2023 – Ohio Masonic Home Day.

September 16, 2023 – 15^th District Annual Meeting at 9am, Marion #70.

September 17, 2023 – 15th District Awards Banquet.

November 18, 2023 - 15^th District Education Meeting at 9am, Mad River #161.

December 2, 2023 – 15^th District Past Master’s Convocation at 9am, Mt. Gilead #206.

 

In other news, we would like to mention (brag) a recent achievement.  At the 15^th District Awards Banquet we received recognition for the best 2022 FC Inspection.  That’s not something we take lightly, as all Lodges strive to do their best, especially during the Inspection process.  We are grateful to our officers and members who did the heavy lifting to make this possible.

 

That takes care of what we know for now.  As events unfold we will post details.

 

See you at Lodge!

 

 

 

 

 

What Happened to Summer?

We're not sure either.  It seems like it was just yesterday we were fussing with preparations for Memorial Day.  Then without warning, September arrived!  It came in so quickly, we didn't even post a reminder about our first meeting of the fall.  Yep, it's already happened.

 Our first meeting back came with much shock and discussion, preceded of course with pizza.  (No great decisions are made on empty stomachs.)  We had discussions on several major topics:

 - Our 2022-23 Inspection is in the MM degree.  That poses many issues for a Lodge our size - no surprise there.  Two additional issues are our present location and specific degree requirements.  Our future in our present setting is firm through 2022.  After that, we have more questions than answers.  The specific degree requirements are always a concern for smaller Lodges.  We've "made do" in the past, and anticipate being able to do so again.

 - The 15th District Annual Meeting is on Saturday, September 17, at Boggs Lodge.  At that meeting many things are announced and decided, including establishing the Inspection Schedule for the coming year.  In our unique circumstance, we came up with proposals that will be presented, and hopefully approved.  If not, we still have our trestle board to document adjustments.

- The 15th District Awards Banquet will again be held at The Plaza Inn, Mt. Victory.  The date is Sunday, September 18, at 6pm, and reservations are required by the 12th.  No, we don't anticipate receiving any awards or special recognition.  However, the food and fellowship are enough to justify attending.

- We voted on a petition for membership.  The vote being favorable, we anticipate an EA degree presentation at our meeting on the 21st.

- We were treated to a masterful Education program by our LEO.  Of course we are used to this by now.  But really, how many LEO presentations end with those present asking for more?

That pretty well wraps up how our first meeting back went.  Till the next time,

                      See you in Lodge!