September, 2014

We finally had good weather for an outdoor raising.  We couldn't have asked for a better day.  We opened at 10:00 AM and the candidate gave his FC proficiency back.  Then we put him through the Master Mason degree.  Before the lecture, however, we stopped for lunch of fried crappie, mac and cheese and baked beans.  The lodge went back to labor and we finished the degree and had our regular business meeting.  Some highlights were that we are going to have another pancake breakfast at Stonelick Lake from 8 - 10 AM on September 27.The Worshipful Master also said we will be having a Christmas party again this year.  And, our inspection has been set for March 27, 2015, in the Master Mason degree.  The Lodge Education Officer presented Bro. Gene Bell certificates of achievement for completing the Grand Lodge courses on the officer's manual and the code.  All in all it was a good morning, with a total attendance of 25.  I hope to see you at the next meeting.  Remember, when you receive your dues notice please send it back with your check right away.  Dues of $55 are due by the stated meeting in November.