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In This Issue:

Nebraska State Fair CHIP Event

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Masonic All-Star Marching Band Camp

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Cotner Lodge organizes Blood Drive

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Bennett Lodge hasthree new Entered

ApprenticesPage 2

Lancaster Lodge is now on Facebook

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Temple Chapter initiates one

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Liberty Lodge has a pirate in its midst

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Starcraft Chapter has a lot of September

birthdaysPage 4

Hickman Lodge organizes Garage Sale

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College View plans Soup Supper

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Myrtle Chapter initiates one

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East Lincoln Lodge presents 50-year and

60-year pinsPage 5

Lincoln Chapter of DeMolay reports

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Bethel 27 and Bethel 60Page 6

TrestleboardPage 7

Bethel 5, Bethel 63, and Lincoln Assembly

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Students gathered at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus on July 21, for the 15th Annual Masonic All-Star Marching Band Camp. The camp brought together 228 of the best-of-the-best band students in Nebraska for five days of intense musical and marching practice. The band played at the Shrine Bowl banquet Fri., July 24, led the Shrine Bowl Parade down Havelock Avenue, and was the feature half-time performance for the Shrine Bowl Game at Memorial Stadium on Sat., July 25. Students who attended the camp were sponsored by Nebraska Blue Lodges, Eastern Star Chapters, Shrine clubs, Scottish Rite and York Rite bodies, individuals, and

companies. The camp was created in 1995 by then Grand Master Jerry L. Rittenburg to provide lodges and other Masonic bodies with a way to foster community involvement. The Masonic All-Star Marching Band Camp lives on as his legacy, providing excellent experiences for Nebraska youth, while assisting in the mission of the Shrine Bowl - “Strong Legs Run, that Weak Legs May Walk.” On this page is a selection of some of the 1,154 pictures of this years band camp which can be found in the picture galleries on the Grand Lodge of Nebraska’s website http://www.glne.org/MasonicBandCamp.aspx. Photos courtesy of the Grand Lodge Office.

15th Annual Masonic All-Star Marching

Band CampWade Kendle, Editor

Nebraska State Fair CHIP Event

Wade Kendle, EditorDuring the 140th Nebraska

State Fair, the Masons of Nebraska can be found manning a CHIP (CHild Identification Program) Event in the Nebraska Sherriff Association’s building. It was no small feat coordinating a schedule with over 200 time slots manned

solely by volunteers. The Grand Lodge Office staff deserves thanks for all their hard work to pull this event off. Over 400 children were ID’d during the first weekend of the fair. Tell everyone you know with minor children to stop by and get their kids id’d while at the fair!

Bro. Bob Scott of Lancaster Lodge 54 works the State Fair CHIP booth with W.B. Jack Jacobs of Geneva Lodge 79. Patrick Barger photo

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Cotner Lodge 297Tyler Weers, Correspondent

ENTERED APPRENTICE DEGREE

On Aug. 20, members of Cotner Lodge conducted an Entered Apprentice Degree on Mr. Graciano Lopez and Mr. Joe Brown. Congratulations Graciano and Joe, we look forward to your next degree.

JuLy ROuND TABLE RITuAL

Members of Cotner Lodge gathered around a table for food, fellowship, and ritual on July 27. Any Master Mason interested in learning more about the Masonic ritual is invited to join us. This is a time for brethren to learn the ritual and ask questions.

MILITARy CARE PACkAGE

In July, Cotner Lodge’s first military care package was sent overseas to SSG Curtis Aue of the 443 Transportation Company stationed at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait. We plan to send more care packages in the near future. If you know of a solider serving overseas who would benefit from receiving a package or you wish to donate items, please contact Worshipful Master Tyler Weers. Thank you to those who helped make this care package possible.

COTNER LODGE AuGuST BuSINESS MEETING

Cotner Lodge’s August business meeting was held on Aug. 3. Members joined us for dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by our business meeting at 7:30 p.m. A fried chicken dinner was served. Thank you to Jerry Pigsley and Troy Myers for preparing the delicious meal.

PICNIC ATBETHANy PARk

Members of Cotner Lodge, Columbia Chapter, Bethel 63, and their families were invited to attend a potluck picnic at Bethany Park on Aug. 8. Around thirty people

from the Cotner Masonic family were given free entertainment of classic tribal style belly dancing as they were holding an event in the shelter next to ours. Thank you to everyone who brought the delicious potluck style dishes to share.

ENROLLMENTPROGRAM TRAINING

Two members attended the Enrollment Program Training held at the Scottish Rite on Aug. 8 following the Cotner potluck luncheon. Those in attendance received binders with the enrollment program materials to take back to their lodges and assist with mentoring new members as well as charged with responsibility to educate other brothers to mentor as well. Thank you to the Grand Lodge officers who were there leading the program.

MASTER MASON DEGREE

On Aug. 10, members of Cotner Lodge gathered to perform the Master Mason degree on Bro. Vincent Sickler. Congratulations Brother Sickler. We look forward to seeing him at our lodge events. The night was made even more special for Bro. Sickler as his father, W.B. Terry Sickler of Robert Morris Lodge in Kearney, at tended the degree work.

BLOOD DRIVE ANDHOT DOG ROAST

Cotner Lodge hosted a Blood Drive and Community Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser for the Nebraska Community Blood Bank on Aug. 15 at the Cotner Masonic Lodge. Thank you to those who donated and supplied us with items to assist us in our charity work. They include: Super Saver located at 48th and O Street, members of Cotner Masonic Lodge No. 297, W.B. Bob Sides and his wife Janet, and Dean and PJ Rabel. Thank you to those who donated blood, totaling 11 units. Thank you to those who came out and enjoyed a hot dog. We were all happy the rain held off until the festivities came to an end. Thank you to Bro. Greg Mason for all his hard work with setting up and assisting with the blood drive.

SEPTEMBERBuSINESS MEETING

Cotner Lodge’s September business meeting will be held on Sep. 14 at 7:00 p.m. due to

Labor Day falling on our regular meeting night. This meeting will be a “Pasture Lodge” at Bro. Don Albrecht’s vineyard. Dinner will be prior to the business meeting at 6:30 p.m. All Master Masons are invited to join us. A $5.00 donation is suggested for the dinner. We look forward to seeing you there. Contact W.M. Tyler Weers or Bro. Don Albrecht for directions to the pasture lodge. Come on out and experience a new place to hold lodge.

COTNER TEMPLE FALL CLEAN AND

APPRECIATION DINNER

Join us on Sep. 19 to spruce up our building! We will start cleaning the lodge and working on the yard at 1:00 p.m. For those who assist, we will be having an appreciation dinner around 5 p.m. If you are interested in helping, please contact W.M. Tyler Weers at (402) 432-7572 or tyler_weers@hotmail.com. Families are welcome to attend! Bethel 63 and Columbia Chapter OES are welcome to join us in our endeavors. Please let us know how many plan to attend the dinner by Sep. 15. We hope you can join us!

ROuND TABLE RITuAL TO BE HOSTED By

COTNER LODGE

We will hold a Round Table Ritual on Sep. 28 at 7:00 p.m.

MARk yOuR CALENDARS

Prior to our Oct. 5 business meeting, we are holding a Family Potluck Dinner at 6:00 p.m. All Master Masons, spouses, and children are invited to attend. We will have a program after the dinner presented by Bro. Val Ryckman on his latest Masonic education trip he took with his wife Deb. Join us to find out where he traveled. Games for the spouses and children will be provided in the Persian room during the business meeting. Come join us and share Masonry with your family! You won’t want to miss it.

POkER NIGHT

You are invited to join members of Cotner Lodge for a Poker Night at the Lodge. Friends and family are invited to join us in fellowship, good food, and poker (and other games for those non-poker players). Join us on Oct. 19 at 7:00 p.m.

SSG Curtis Aue on de-ployment in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Mem-bers of Cotner Lodge sent him a military care package in July. Photo courtesy of Tyler Weers

The food line was the second most popular place at the park dur-ing the potluck picnic on Aug. 8. Tyler Weers photo

Members of Cotner Lodge at their Blood Drive and Com-munity Hot Dog Roast on Aug. 15. Diana Weers photo

Worshipful Brother John McQuinn (cen-ter) conferred the En-tered Apprentice De-gree on Graciano Lopez (left) and Joe Brown (right). Don Gray photo

Members were given free entertainment during the Cotner potluck picnic. Tyler Weers photo

Cotner Lodge members enjoy a hot dog be-fore the crowd arrived. Diana Weers photo

ENTERED APPRENTICE DEGREE

On Aug. 18, Bennett Lodge 94 had the privilege of bestowing the Entered Apprentice Degree upon Bro. Ronald C Phillips II, Bro. Bradley A Bye II, and Bro. Michael J Harriman. This is quite unique in that all three are cousins. Bro. Bradley and Bro. Michael are actually brothers, and all three are the grandsons of Bennett Lodge’s Sr. Warden Dan Longley. If you see these brothers, please welcome them to our fraternal family. Bennett wishes to thank the following brothers for their assistance in performing the degree:

W. Master.........W.B. Stu EricksonSr. Warden........Bro. Dan LongleyJr. Warden..........W.B. Rick HarrisSr. Deacon........W.B. Scott BennetJr. Deacon......W.B. Doug JohnsonSr. Steward.......W.B. Fred Liebers

Jr. Steward....W.B. Richard HarrisChaplain...........W.B. Roger MinerTyler...............W.B. Bob BrommerQuestions.........W.B. Wade KendleAnswers............W.B. Stu Erickson2nd Section.........W.B. Fred Liebers3rd Section.......W.B. Ron WallickCharge...............W.B. Ron Wallick

A light supper preceded the degree. An enjoyable and educational time was had by all. Bennett Lodge wishes to thank all the brothers who came to the degree and we hope to see you there on Sep. 22, when the candidates will proceed through the Fellow Craft Degree.

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The Word of 54Patrick Barger, Correspondent

Temple Chapter 271Lorrie Bryant, Correspondent

REGuLAR MEETING

The August stated meeting for Temple Chapter 271 was held on Aug. 3. Twenty four members were present and the chapter was pleased to have Robyn Throckmorton from Myrtle Chapter attend the meeting. It is a tradition at the August meeting for the Worthy Patron and Associate Patron to provide watermelon for refreshments following the meeting. W.P. Don Jelinek and A.P. David Jelinek continued the tradition. W.P. Don shared that Aug. 3 was actually National Watermelon Day! His research showed that evidence existed that the first watermelon harvest may have occurred as early as 5000 BC in Egypt. The revised standing rules were presented by W.P. Don and approved by the chapter.

Temple Chapter members assisted with the collecting of Shrine Bowl tickets on July 25. Sis. Mary Ann Townsend thanked the following for their assistance at the Shrine Bowl: Bro. Jim Brown, Sis. Wendy and Bro. Keith Garrison, Sis. Sandy Gleason, Sis. Nancy and Bro. Rick Harris, Sis. Marilyn Jepson, Sis. Earleen Ladd, Sis. Judy McDonough, Sis. Pam and Bro. Bill Raecke, Sis. Laurie and Ken Sieg, and Bro. Lowell Vestal.

INITIATION

An initiation was held on Aug. 17 for Pam Folsom. Sis Pam is also active with Lincoln Assembly 6, Rainbow Girls, serving on the Advisory Board, as an Associate Mother Advisor in past

years, and as State Rainbow Mom during the 2007-2008 Nebraska Grand Assembly year. The chapter is confident Sis Pam will have much to contribute to Temple Chapter.

COuRTESy REPORT

Sis. Nadyne Bauer sent sympathy cards to Sis. Rose Gillaspie following the death of her sister-in-law, Dick Wakeman following the death of his mother, Sis. Alice Wakeman. The Chapter presented the Eastern Star memorial service at the funeral service. A get well card was sent to Sis Marge Stebbins who fell and broke her hip.

FuNDRAISERS

Please join Temple Chapter members for the party of the century on Sep. 9, (9/9/09) at the Sesostris Shrine Center. The chapter is holding a fundraiser with the Waffleman. Activities will include musical entertainment, a silent auction, and even a waffle eating contest. Waffles will be served from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. Tickets are available from any Temple Chapter officer or at the door. Also, mark your calendars for the popular homemade noodles that will be for sale in the near future for delivery in October.

PAST MATRONS AND kENSINGTON

Past Matrons will be held on Sep. 26 with Nancy Harris as the hostess. Kensington will meet on Sep. 15 at 12:30 at the Pantry with Jean Hendry Wedner as the hostess.

Worthy Matron Mary Louise Dempsey and Worthy Patron Don Jelinek are pictured with Temple Chap-ter’s newest member Sis. Pam Folsom who was ini-tiated on August 17. Photo courtesy of Lorrie Bryant

“THE MASONS OF 54” CANDIDATE NIGHT

SEPTEMBER 18

Dubbed, “The Masons of 54,” this special evening will focus on showcasing who we are, what we do, and what is planned for the future. Its purpose is to create a no-pressure venue to introduce prospective members to our fraternity with the hope they will choose to seek initiation and subsequently become active participants in lodge activities and events. Please take a moment to consider who in your life would make a great Mason and member of our team. Perhaps your accountant, tax preparer, doctor, lawyer, insurance agent, co-worker, congregation member, or neighbor has always known about the Masons but never had anyone talk to them about it. There is NO CHARGE for the meals and drinks of any Lancaster 54 member and lady as well as candidates and their ladies. Lancaster 54 members do not need to bring a candidate to attend! The dress for the evening will be tuxedo OR business suit for lodge members and tuxedo for the Lancaster 54 Leadership Team. Worshipful Master Merv said, “We don’t need to inform the ladies what to wear. They use good taste naturally.”

The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a social hour including an open bar and bartender, an elegant dinner catered by Lincoln’s premiere caterer Chez Hay, a musical performance by internationally known classical pianist Mark Clinton (54 Junior Warden and Grand Lodge Musician), and a short presentation regarding who we are.

This is the once-a-year event in which Lancaster Lodge No. 54 pulls out all the stops to create a wonderful evening. Please contact Patrick Barger at pbarger@lancaster54.org to RSVP for this event, as space is limited. Don’t miss it!

NEW LANCASTER LODGE NO. 54 WEBSITE

NOW ONLINE!

Check out www.lancaster54.org. This site was recently established and features many new ways to communicate with us. It also features much historical information about Masonry and particularly our lodge; famous Masons; an event calendar; channels for inquiring about lodge membership; Masonic charity; lodge leadership; and

more! Also, if you have any old photographs from 54’s bygone era, please contact the lodge historian at historian@lancaster54.org.

MASTER MASON DEGREE CONFERRED ON FATHER ROBERT

SCOTT

Robert (Bob) Scott was raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason on Aug. 28 with a large crowd in attendance from both the Lincoln and Omaha areas. Deputy Grand Master John Parsons was in attendance and addressed the Brethren, telling of his friendship with Father Bob over the years and several fun and enlightening stories about his leadership of the Episcopal Church in Bellevue prior to his retirement. Bob’s wife Catherine is Rector of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Lincoln.

A fine catered meal of tenderloin of pork was enjoyed by all in attendance. We look forward to putting Bob’s 30 years of leadership experience to work in Lancaster Lodge!

LADIES AT THE TABLE A HuGE SuCCESS!

W.M. Merv McDonough hosted 54’s “Ladies at the Table” event on Aug. 21. Several people were “walk-ins” in addition to the large number who RSVP’d. Luckily, Sr. Steward Bob Nickell was prepared for that and everyone was able to enjoy a fine meal of Windsor Ham and all the trimmings. In addition, the members of Bethel 27 were on-hand to serve the meal and performed in fine fashion, as they always do, under the direction of Bethel Guardian Val Nickell. We really appreciate Robyn Throckmorton and Greg Mason stopping by to help with this colossal effort. Watch for this event to occur again next year!

LADIES FESTIVAL WEEkEND OCTOBER 9-

11 IN OMAHA

W.M. Merv McDonough reminds Lancaster 54 members of the Grand Master’s Ladies Festival Weekend. He encourages everyone who wishes to spend the weekend in Omaha to call in now to reserve a room at the Doubletree Hotel for the outstanding low rate of $79 per night, a steal for any hotel room let alone the luxurious Doubletree. Grand Master Russ Reno informed his fellow Lancaster 54 members that only a few rooms are left and that,”several people have already

registered and our allotted block of rooms is anticipated to sell out soon, as this event is promoted statewide.” Call the Doubletree at (800) 766-1164 and ask for the Grand Lodge Ladies Festival rate code “GLL.” A flyer will be mailed to every Mason in Nebraska the first week of September with a registration form for the events but does not cover reserving a hotel room. You do not need to wait to receive this form to reserve your hotel room, as that is on “on your own” option since some people may not desire a room or may be attending the Saturday evening concert only.

The event features several site-seeing excursions including Lauritzen Gardens, Joslyn Art Museum, Durham Museum, and area shopping malls. Social hour will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center followed by a prime-rib dinner at 6:00 p.m. A 7:30 concert performance of the University of Nebraska Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Lancaster 54 Sr. Deacon Tyler White will be the centerpiece of the weekend and also feature Lancaster 54 Jr. Warden Mark Clinton as piano soloist.

There will be no event held at the lodge on Oct. 9 due to the large number of 54 Brethren already confirmed to attend Ladies Festival Weekend. See you there!

LANCASTER LODGE IS NOW ON FACEBOOk!

If you aren’t a member of Facebook already, now is the time to create an account. It’s free and easy and you can request to become a member of “Lancaster Lodge No. 54,” the lodge’s very own Facebook page. 54 Brethren from 18 to 80+ are already members and this is a great and easy way to stay in touch with what’s going on in your lodge. You will receive personal updates of all events happening in the lodge, be able to converse directly with your lodge leadership and members with Facebook accounts, and also enjoy the many other benefits of Facebook outside of the lodge. You will also find candid photos of your Brothers as they interact as Masons in 54 and elsewhere, discussion forums on Masonic topics, and detailed event announcements. Go to www.facebook.com to create and account. Email pbarger@lancaster54.org i f you need help creating one.

EVENT CALENDAR

SEP. 4 - Business Meeting,7:00 PMSEP. 11 - Entered Apprentice Degree 7:00 PMSEP. 18 - The Masons of 54 candidate night 6:30 PMSEP. 25 - Entered Apprentice Degree 7:00 PMOCT. 2 - Business Meeting, 7:00 PMOCT. 9-11 - Ladies Festival Weekend, Omaha

Members and their Ladies listen to a toast made by W.M. David Bloomquist. Patrick Barger photo

Members of Lancaster Lodge 54 met on August 28 for a Master Mason Degree for Father Bob Scott. Patrick Barger photo

The Masonic Temple at 1635 L Street

turns 75 this year.

Join us for a Rededication of the Cornerstone

Ceremony.

Sun. Sep 20, 2:00 p.m.

Reception Following

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Hickman Lodge 256Jeff Eggerling, Correspondent

FELLOWCRAFT DEGREE

On July 23, Hickman lodge conferred the degree of Fellowcraft Mason on Bro. James Williamsen. His Master Mason degree will be held in the near future.

AuGuST BuSINESS MEETING

Hickman lodge held their monthly business meeting on Aug. 6. During the meeting we discussed some upcoming events, the Masonic Blood Drive, Lodge Garage Sale, and the CHIP Event during the Nebraska State Fair.

MASONIC BLOOD DRIVE

Jr. Warden Gary Jarzynka talked about the blood drive. He passed around a clipboard for the brothers to sign up to give blood. If you would like to help out give Bro. Gary Jarzynka (402) 499-3151 a call.

LODGE GARAGE SALE

Hickman lodge along with College View and Bennett will be having a Lodge Garage Sale on Sep. 24, 25 and 26. The money raised from the Hickman portion of the sales will go towards future building repairs. If you have anything you wish to donate to the garage sale contact W.M. Bob Moninger at (402) 416-4164.

CHIP EVENT

Visiting Bro. Doug Johnson

came and talked to the brothers of Hickman lodge about working the CHIP event to be held during the Nebraska State Fair. If anybody was interested in working the event they were asked to contact Michelle at the Grand Lodge Office.

LODGE LEADERSHIP

Sr. Warden Richard Eggerling and Jr. Warden Gary Jarzynka will be attending the Lodge Leadership conference that the Grand Lodge will be putting on in Lincoln.

BRO. kENNETH A. ALLEN

It is my sad duty to report that Hickman Lodge lost Bro. Kenneth A. Allen on Aug. 5. His family requested that a Masonic Ceremony be performed at his funeral. W.B. Robert McDowell and Bro. Richard Eggerling both of Hickman Lodge along with Bro. Ron Wallick of Lancaster lodge perform the ceremony at his funeral.

Starcraft Chapter 307Terri Sherman, Correspondent

AuGuST MEETING

Our August meeting of Starcraft Chapter 307 was held on Aug. 5 with 21 members in attendance. The meeting was opened by Worthy Matron Julie Fowler by a reading entitled “Friends are like angels”. Worthy Patron Dennis Brydl welcomed everyone.

GOOD NEWS

Sis Ralph and Ruth Beach announced the arrival of their new grandson, Tyson Lee Beach. Sis Alma Wilson announced the arrival of her newest great granddaughter Maddilynn Ann Wilson. Members of Starcraft Chapter who helped with the Masonic Band Camp: Bro’s Don Jelinek and Dennis Brydl and Sis’s Mary Kay and Nikki Retzlaff.

We noted that Sis. Willie Shafer was featured in the Pride of the Heartland insert telling about her Underwear Project or “WUP” as it is recently called. It was a great article telling how she got started.

Anyone wishing to donate clothing can take your donation to Sara toga school where the clothing store is located.

SICkNESS AND DISTRESS

Sis. Cathy Holloway’s mother in law passed away. Bro James Scharton has surgery and is home now. Sis. Doris Kitterman is

home and doing well after her treatments. Bro. Gail Eckhard had surgery. If you have time to visit, Sis. Lois Wilson Bornemeier is at Holmes Lake Manor, she would love to have visitors.

Before we closed the meeting, Sis. Julie thanked the Protems: Sis’s Jean Taylor, Martha, Cora Redwine, Assoc. Matron and Sally Gowin, Warder and Bro. Don Jelinek, Marshal. After the close of the meeting, Bro. Dennis invited all to the dining room for refreshments provided by Sis. Ruth Beach.

BIRTHDAyS

Sept. 3 - Karen MichaelsonSept. 5 - Betty GuisbertSept. 5 - Judy HawthorneSept. 8 - Wilma ImigSept. 9 - Jim HeinkeSept. 9 - Enid SchartonSept. 12 - Amy WerginSept. 14 - Doris FoustSept. 14 - Dennis BrydlSept. 17 - Jeanne WaegliSept. 19 - Paul DouglasSept. 19 - Bonnie HannemanSept. 20 - Martha HarrisonSept. 20 - Betty JacksonSept. 21 - Victoria McKeeSept. 22 - Marcia MalzerSept. 24 - Phyllis Bryan LuedkeSept. 24 - Judy MackSept. 26 - Ortrude SnyderSept. 27 - Darlene MiltnerSept. 29 - Gayleen RoseSept. 29 - Charles Godwin

BuSINESS MEETING

The August business meeting was held on the sixth with many brethren in attendance. The first part of the meeting was spent listening to a presentation of the CHIP program to be held at the Nebraska State Fair. Volunteers were asked to help with the activity. It was an interesting presentation, outlining just what is involved in the program, and the Masons role in it.

DEGREE WORk

Balloting was conducted on Alex Rivera-Aschan. I am happy to say that he was elected to receive the degrees of Freemasonry. He shall begin his degree work in September.

Bro. Rusty Frazier became proficient as a Master Mason at the meeting. Welcome Bro. Rusty to the fraternity. Bro. Rusty also received his Bible and apron.

The lodge was given a certificate by the Grand Lodge for our sponsorship of Stacy Starr and her participation in the Masonic All-Star Marching Band. We would like to have Stacy come speak to us about her experience, and what it meant to her.

The lodge is considering instituting a mentoring program for new brothers offered through the Grand Lodge. It is designed to instruct our new brethren in such subjects as what Masonry is about, how to act in Lodge, the role of each officer in the Lodge, how to keep new members coming back, and getting them involved in Lodge whenever possible.

CONCESSION STAND

As the summer is winding down, the Lodge asks its Brethren to consider helping out at the concession stand at the Nebraska football games. Help is always needed and welcomed. Please call Wade Kendle at 304-6385 or email at wdkendle@gmail.com if interested in helping. We need 5 workers per home game. Family members are invited to volunteer as well. Volunteers must be at least 12 years old and must be 16 to handle money working at the window.

uPCOMING EVENTS

Other upcoming activities include degree work beginning once more, Ladies at the Table dinner, possible Table Lodge,

Halloween and Christmas party. September is also designated as a call for Brothers who have not been to Lodge for sometime to return and get acquainted with some of our new brothers, the officers and in general be welcomed back. Any Thursday night would be a good time to stop by, we always have some food before meeting, and enjoy good fellowship.

CONGRATuALTIONS

Bro. Adam Kohl was married on July 11 in a truly unique ceremony. It seems there be pirates a foot! You may see Bro. Adam at your front door someday as he is a Schwan’s delivery man.

Liberty Lodge 300 members W.B. Dale Lueders and Bro. Ron Smith attended the 90th Birthday Party for Bro. Jay McMaster Jr. on Aug. 6. Bro. Jay is Lib-erty Lodge’s Jordan Medal holder and his dad was Master of the Lodge in 1940. Wade Kendle photo

FISH FRyGEORGE WASHINGTON

LODGE 2504430 N. 70th St.

SECOND SATuRDAy OFEVERy MONTH APRIL-SEPT

4:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Adults $9.00under 12 $4.00

Includes potatoes, coleslaw, baked beans,

bread, and coffee or iced tea

Hotdog $2.50Hamburger $3.75

ALL yOu CAN EAT!Public Welcome

Next One: Sept. 12

Liberty Lodge 300Randy Cox, Correspondent

Masonic Values Monthly Activities

In the next three months, lodges are asked to hold the following activities to uphold the Masonic values above.

SEPTEMBER (brotherly love): Back to Lodge Night – Invite brothers to visit your lodge. If necessary, present the Rusty Nail Degree. Continue Statewide Blood Drive.

OCTOBER (family relationships): Ladies Festival Weekend – In Appreciation of your wife or significant other, it will be held October 9-11, in Omaha.

NOVEMBER (brotherly love/community charity): Veterans Day Observance/making donation to George Washington Masonic Memorial.

Bro. Adam kohl and his wife Amy were married July 11.

Arrr! I be seeing a wedding party. Photo courtesy of Adam Kohl

The wedding party and all guests who dressed up in the pirate theme are shown above. That be a lot of pirates! Photo courtesy of Adam Kohl

1st Friday Breakfast Club

Donation $2.99

Come join us for brotherhood and good

conversation. Bring family, friends

and loved ones.1st Friday of the Month

7:00 AM(except on Holidays)

Scottish Rite, 16th & L

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REGuLAR STATED MEETING AND INITIATION

Myrtle Chapter 94 met Tues., Aug. 11. W.M. Deb Kendle welcomed everyone and shared a funny story about one of the seven reasons not to mess with children. W.P. Wade Kendle also welcomed everyone and wished everyone good luck.

W.M. Deb thanked her sub for the evening, Sis. Jeanne Krenk for playing such beautiful music. Sis. Jeanne is Worthy Matron of Martha Washington 153. Our own Secretary Sis. Helen Plucknett filling in as Adah, and Sis. Robyn Throckmorton as Esther. Everyone did an excellent job. She also welcomed and thanked her regular sideliners. It’s great to have visitors on the sidelines.

We were also blessed to have Bro. Mark Poston, Worthy Patron of Martha Washington with us as well. Jeanne and Mark, it was great to have you visit us and we hope to see you sometime in the future.

We are pleased to welcome to Myrtle Chapter our newest member, David Peck. Welcome David and we look forward to seeing you in Star and getting to know you.

Sis . Emily announced her kitchen committee, Sis’s Barbara Chatfield and Jeanne Bonnett. Delicious ice cream and wafers were enjoyed by all.

W.M. Deb closed the meeting with sharing another funny reason no to mess with children and W.P. Wade thanked everyone for coming, congratulated everyone on an excellent job, and invited all for treats and desserts in the dining room.

CHARTER DAy DINNER

Myrtle Chapter celebrated their Charter Day Dinner on June 23 with a delicious meal prepared by my mom, Phyllis Foreman. We had potatoes, roast, green beans, and salad. Our entertainment for the evening was “Adam White, The Magician.” A fun night was had by all.

uPCOMING EVENTS

Regular meeting date for next month is set for Sep. 8 at 7:30 p.m. We will be having another initiation this evening. All are welcome to attend.

Myrtle Club will meet in October. Members will be called.

Keep saving those Best Choice Labels. You can turn in your labels on the bulletin board at the Masonic Temple, or to Steve and Norma Brown.

COuRTESy REPORT

We are saddened to report that Bro. Steve and Sis. Norma Brown’s grandson passed away on Aug. 11. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

AuGuST BIRTHDAy’S

Aug. 3 – Sis. Connie WeierAug. 6 – Sis. Bette Cummins

AuGuST ANNIVERSARy’S

Bro. Eric and Sis. Emily Schoenleber celebrated their first wedding anniversary on Aug. 30.

A FuNNy REASON NOT TO MESS WITH

CHILDREN

I leave you with a reason not to mess with children: The children were lined up in the cafeteria of a Catholic Elementary school for lunch. At the head of the table was a large pile of apples. The nun made a note, and posted it on the apple tray: “Take only ONE. God is watching.” Moving further along the lunch line, at the other end of the table was a large pile of chocolate chip cookies. A child had written a note, “Take all you want. God is watching the apples.”

College View Lodge 320Paul J Hadley, Corr.

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ALL ARE WELCOME TO NOV. 14 SOuP SuPPER

College View 320 is hosting its Fall Soup Supper on Sat., Nov. 14. Brethren, family members and representatives from other organizations that meet in our facility at 4641 Cooper are cordially invited to enjoy an evening of fellowship and delicious soups and other delicacies. Serving time is planned from 6-8 p.m. Mark your calendars and watch for more details!

MuSICIANS APPRECIATE BAND

SCHOLARSHIPS

Grand Master Russ Reno notified us that Shaina Polivka of Waverly High School benefited from our Lodge’s donation to the scholarship fund to help students attend the 15th Annual Masonic All-Star Marching Band Clinic. The music camp was held July 21-25 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in conjunction with the annual Shrine Bowl Football Game. The Grand Master noted, “Your support has helped make this a positive experience for the Nebraska Masonic Family and the 246 students who attended. We hope the Band will grow bigger and better each year and the young peoples’ enthusiasm and appreciation grow even more. Your continued support will ensure success and send out an extremely favorable statement about Nebraska Masonry to each community.”

WE’LL BE TESTED SEPTEMBER 2

T h e n e x t r e g u l a r Communication of College View 320 is slated to begin at 7:30 p.m. on Wed., Sep. 2. W.M. Nate Peterson has arranged for our Lodge proficiency examination also to be held during this business meeting night. Brethren of College View 320 are urged to review their roles and of course to attend this special evening! A proficiency practice session was scheduled to be held Aug. 26 in anticipation of the exam.

East Lincoln Lodge 210Charles Godwin, Correspondent

AuGuST BuSINESS MEETING

On Aug. 6, the usual delicious potluck was served prior to the official business meeting. The bills were paid, announcements made, and W.B. Monte Dietrick enlightened us with some Masonic education. W.B. Scott Dodge’s Masonic trivia included: “Montana’s first livestock brand was a square and compass and is still in use today. It was registered by Pointdexter Orr of Beavenhead County, MT in 1872.” AND “Hiram Abiff Boaz, born December 18, 1866 in Murray, KY received his degrees in 1922 before an usually large crowd and served as Grand Chaplain in Texas in 1953.”

DEGREE WORk

On July 23, the degree of a Fellowcraft Mason was conferred

on Carl Medley by W.B. Monte Dietrick. Questions were asked by W.B. John Butler and answered by W.B. Art Kolb and the Charge was given by W.B. Scott Dietrick.

LONGEVITy HONORED

On Sun., Aug. 16, at a gathering of the brethren, and families preceded by an ice cream social, two Masonic longevity awards were bestowed on Brother Robert (Bob) Ellis and W.B. Art Kolb. Bro. Bob received his 50 year pin and certificate presented by W.B. Sam Nelson. W.B. Art received his 60 year pin and certificate presented by Worshipful Master Monte Dietrick. Art’s wife, Marvena, was all smiles as she placed the pin on his lapel.

“ Let us be first to give a friendly sign, to nod first, smile first, speak first and if such a thing is necessary—forgive first.”

Marvena kolb presents W.B. Art with his 60 year pin. Scott Dodge photo

W.B. Sam Nelson pres-ents Bob Ellis his 50 year certificate on Aug. 16. Scott Dodge photo

Martha Washington Chapterof the Eastern Star

invites you to its annual

Roast BeefMashed Potatoes & Gravy

VegetableTossed Salad

RollsBeezley’s Homemade Pie,

Coffee & Tea

Roast Beef DinnerSun., Oct. 11,

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.4430 No. 70th Street

Adults $10.00 Children 12 & under $5.00For Tickets Call:

Paula Beezley, 489-4241or John & Betty Kirby

421-2502

No Tickets will be sold at the door

Rieke Metals, inc.

Helping Build Tomorrow’s New

Medicines

Rieke Metals, Inc.1001 Kingbird RoadLincoln, NE 68521

402-434-2775

75th Anniversary CelebrationREDEDICATION OF THE CORNERSTONE

Sun. Sep. 20, 2:00 p.m.Masonic Temple1635 L Street

Reception Following

Myrtle Chapter initiat-ed it’s newest member, David Peck, on Aug. 11. David is pictured here with W.M. Deb kendle and W.P. Wade kendle. Jeanne Krenk photo

Myrtle Chapter 94Deb Kendle, Correspondent

Bro. Bill Cummins and Bro. Greg Mason as-sist Adam White, the Magician with a Magic trick at Myrtle Chapter’s Charter Day Dinner held on June 23. Deb Kendle photo

Lincoln ChapterTom Greenlee, Chapter Dad

CONCLAVE

The L inco ln Chap t e r Demolay has been busy this summer. Connor Moormeier, Sky Weeks and AJ Hartman went to Conclave in July held in North Platte. Connor and AJ received their degree of “Chevalier.”

SHRINE BOWL

The Shrine Bowl was our next activity along with the Chapter Sweetheart Michaela. They had fun at the Masonic Yo u t h d a n c e t h a t n i g h t .

MASONIC yOuTH FuN DAy

Connor was chosen as the new Master Conselor for this term and has many activities planned. The first avtivity was the Masonic youth fun day. This was attended by youth and adults from around the area -- Omaha, Hastings and Lincon. There was a Moon Walk which were enjoyed by all as well as many games. We thank all of the who attended. If anyone kows of any young man between the ages of 13 -20 please contact us at (402)327-0052 or go to the Nebraska Demolay Web site.

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Bethel 60Diana Weers, Correspondent

GRAND VISITATION

M e m b e r s e n j o y e d a “Christmas in July” themed visitation from our Grand family members on July 24. Members of several Lincoln Bethel’s gathered in the evening at 1635 L Street for an entertaining silly supper. After the silly supper members were delighted by a visit from Santa Clause who had stopped by to visit us while he was on vacation for the summer. While at the visitation members were given the opportunity to meet the new Grand family members and learn about their projects for the year.

SLEEPOVER WITH BETHEL 4

Fo l lowing t he Grand visitation, on July 24, members had a blast and even got a little bit of sleep at a slumber party where Bethel 4 members from North Platte were our guests. Members enjoyed one another’s company, watched movies, ate junk food, and took a dip in the pool.

SHRINE BOWL PARADE

Bright and early the next morning, July 25, members gathered in the Russ’s parking lot in Havelock to prepare for the

annual Shrine Bowl parade. Bethel 60 sported new Bethel t-shirts in a rainbow of different colors. The girls got to march in the parade while some of the adults assisted the Bethel by selling Shrine Bowl game programs. After the parade, the Bethels carried on their tradition by going to the mall food court for some Bethel bonding.

SELLING SHRINE BOWL GAME PROGRAMS

In the afternoon of July 25, members gathered by the football statue on the east side of Memorial Stadium to sell programs. While waiting for everyone to arrive, Bethel 60 members took several pictures with the statues. Some of the youngest members were even found running through the sprinklers! It was a quick way to cool off on a hot day! Bethel 60 members put their persuasive skills to use by selling programs on the west side of the stadium by gate 10 as well as throughout the stands during the game.

yOuTH APPRECIATION DANCE AND PIzzA

PARTy

In the evening of July 25, members were found dancing the night away at the Youth Appreciation Dance and Pizza Party at the Sesostris Shrine. It was a great end to a wonderful weekend! Thank you to all the Shriner’s and their families for including us in the events and activities of the weekend. This is something all of our members, girls and adults, look forward to every year!

COLLEGE VIEW MASONIC LODGE

BOARD OF TRuSTEE’S MEETING

Three members attended the All-temple Board of Trustee’s meeting on August 5 at College View Lodge. We learned about what building projects had been accomplished over the summer months and what was to be expected in the near future.

SuPREME SESSION IN VIRGINIA

Job’s Daughters Supreme Session was held in Richmond, Virginia Aug. 1-9. We are proud that a Past Honored Queen of our Bethel, Kelsey, represented our Bethel. This past year Kelsey severed as a Supreme Bethel Representative to Manitoba. On Sat., Aug. 1, roughly 40 members of Nebraska Job’s Daughters boarded a chartered bus headed to Supreme in Virginia. They arrived in Richmond late Sunday evening and checked into their hotel rooms. The week was full of sight-seeing at the Capitol, Virginia Beach, Mount Vernon, and various museums in the area. Kelsey attended many formal luncheons, banquets, and two youth dances. Kelsey was drawn to be the Installing Guide for the Supreme Bethel Officer Installation. Kelsey also competed in both individual and choir competions. We are proud that Kelsey won first place in the Supreme Fifth Messenger competition and over-all best score in the category. The Nebraska choir preformed in both serious choir and novelty choir and took first place in both categories and even got to sing at the review. After a busy week of fun and friendship members of Nebraska Job’s Daughters returned back to Nebraska early on Monday morning, Aug. 9.

BETHEL 60 uPCOMING EVENTS

Sept. 7 - Join Bethel 60’s members and adult volunteers for dinner at Don & Millie’s, located at 5200 S. 56th Street between 5:00-9:00 p.m. Dine in or drive-thru, but remember to say you are there to support “Job’s Daughters”. The money collected assists Bethel 60 with their events and charities.

Sept . 12 - Members of Bethel 60 will hold their monthly cleaning of College View Masonic Lodge. Grab a bucket, dust rag, or broom and join us to make our building sparkle!

Sept. 12 - Need your car clean? Members of Bethel 60 would love to help! Bethel 60 is holding a carwash fundraiser at Five Willows, located at 48th and Pioneers from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Free will donations! Stop by and show your support!

Sept. 14 - Join Bethel 60 for a regular business meeting and Installation of the Council members.

Sept. 28 - Join Bethel 60 for the second monthly regu la r bus iness mee t ing .

This year’s Nebraska Job’s Daughters Grand family members with Santa and his helpers! Tyler Weers photo

Members of Bethel 60 enjoyed an evening of fun at the Grand Visi-tation held on July 24. Tyler Weers photo

Bethel 60 members stopped for a photograph before selling programs before and during the Shrine Bowl game on July 25. Tyler Weers photo

Members of Bethel 60 marched in and sold pro-grams during the Shrine Bowl Parade on July 25. Tyler Weers photo

Bethel 27Emily Schoenleber, Correspondent

Welcome Autumn! While our Daughters head back to school, Bethel 27 keeps busy as ever.

SHRINE BOWL

Bethel 27 had a busy day enjoying all the Shrine Bowl day activities on Sat., July 25. With an early start for breakfast at George Washington Lodge, we were psyched up and ready to cheer our heads off in the parade. Who has Jobie spirit? WE DO!!! After we enjoyed the traditional Masonic Youth picnic, we took advantage of the hot day with a trip to the Uni-Place pool. It was the perfect cool-down before attending the Shrine Bowl Football game. Despite some minor injuries – of our girls, not the players – we enjoyed helping the Shrine to sell programs during the game. After our hard work, we really cut loose at the Masonic Youth Appreciate dance. Trust me, these Jobies know how to party!

GRAND VISIT

The Sea of Adventure Grand Family visited Bethel 27 on Sun., July 26. The Bethel enjoyed learning all about GG Mary, AGG Bruce, GBHQ Abbi, MNJD Kelli and MNC Charmel’s plans and projects for the year. Ice cream sundaes and teaching MNC Charmel how to play “Apples to Apples” for the first time were definite highlights!

ECCO PARk

The members and council

once again headed to our adopted ECCO park for its monthly cleaning on Aug. 20. While it’s an ongoing challenge to see who finds the most unusual trash, the discarded tire of this month’s trip will be hard to beat! With a spic-and-span park, we headed to Amigo’s for dinner and socializing.

WORSHIP SERVICE

This term our Go To Church Sunday will be held at Heritage Presbyterian Church on Sun., Aug. 30. Not only will our lovely ladies be showcasing their talents by singing and signing “Nearer My God To Thee,” they’ll also have the opportunity to show off their “how many waffles can you fit in your mouth” talents with our Waffleman lunch after the service.

uPCOMING EVENTS

Sep. 3 – Regular MeetingSep. 5 – HUSKER Concession SalesSep. 12 – HUSKER Concession SalesSep. 13 – Out For Ice CreamSep. 17 – Clean ECCO Park & dinner outSep. 20 – Initiation and Friendship MeetingSep. 26 – HUSKER Concession Sales

MORE INFORMATION

If you would like more information about Job’s Daughters or Bethel 27 and what we do, please contact Bethel Guardian, Emily Schoenleber: (402) 261-4720

you never know what you’ll find on a Jobie adventure! Photo courtesy of Emily Schoenleber

What if every member of our organizations asked 1 person a month to join? Just imagine.

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Past Matrons and Past Patrons ClubJames F Brown, Jr.,Pres. �8�-��2�DianeBrown,Sec.-Treas. �8�-��2�

Past Matrons ClubMarilynJepson,Co-Pres. �2�-�0�9EarleenLadd,Co-Pres �99-�889NancyHarris,Sec. �29-0�0�

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Starcraft KensingtonDoris Foust, Pres. �88-�������� Washington St. �8�0�Glee Warnke, Sec. ���-8�8���0�Adams �8�0��stTue. Mar.-June, Sep.-Dec.

Past Matrons and Past Patrons ClubIngrid Hansen, Pres. �88-9�89Mary Louise Dutcher, Sec. �2�-��8�

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Youth Groups

DeMolay-Lincoln ChapterConnorMoormeier,MasterCouncilorMichaelaWhitesell,Chap.SweetheartMeetings2ndand�thTues.�p.m.ScottishRiteTemplePleasesendcorrespondence to:TomGreenlee,Chap.Dad ��0�S��rdSt,�8�0�tcgreenlee@earthlink.net

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Job’s Daughters InternationalBethel No. 60

Car Wash Fundraiser

Located at Five Willows 4747 Pioneers Blvd

(on the West side of the building)

Saturday, September 12th, 2009 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Free will donations!

PAGE8 THEMASONICNEWS SEPTEMBER2009

COMING EVENTS IN MASONRYTUE, SEP. 1-7 Masonic CHIP Event, State Fair Park, Sheriff Association Building, 10 AM - 6 PMWED, SEP. 9 Temple Chapter Waffleman, Sesostris Shrine Center, 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMSAT, SEP. 12 Fish Fry, George Washington Lodge, 4430 N. 70th St., 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMSAT, SEP. 12 Car Wash, Bethel 60, Five Willows, 4747 Pioneers Blvd, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMFRI, SEP. 18 Prospect Night, Lancaster 54, 6 PM Social, 7 PM DinnerSUN, SEP. 20 Rededication of Cornerstone, Masonic Temple, 1635 L St., 2:00 PMTHU, SEP. 24-26 Garage Sale, College View area lodges, Call Bob Moninger for details 416-4164FRI, SEP. 25-26 Garage Sale, Bethel 63, 7420 Wren Circle, 8 AM - 6 PMMON, SEP. 28 Cotner Lodge Round Table, 1542 N. 65th St., 7 PMFRI, OCT. 9-11 Ladies Festival Weekend, OmahaSUN, OCT. 11 Roast Beef Dinner, Martha Washington, $10 per person, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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DID yOu kNOW?

There are n ine a c t i v e R a i n b o w Assemblies in the State of Nebraska.

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Bethel 63 enjoyed participating in the Shrine Parade and helping sell programs at the Shrine game. Line dancing was a highlight at the dance after the game. What a fun day. Aug. 20 will find us robed and in the Bethel again. Photo courtesy of Julie Munford

SHRINE BOWL

Lincoln Assembly 6 members participated in all of the Shrine Bowl activities on July 25. These included walking and riding in the parade, attending the picnic, cheering the teams at the football game, and enjoying the music at the Masonic youth dance. The members thank the Masonic adults for sponsoring all of the wonderful activities. Lincoln Assembly member, Allison Burris, Grand Charity, represented Nebraska Rainbow Girls and the Grand family at half-time of the Shrine Bowl.

PLEDGE GROuP

A formal pledge group is being formed by the Assembly for young girls, ages 5 to 10 years, who have an interest in joining Rainbow Girls when they reach the age of 11 years. The pledge group will have one formal meeting each month and can attend the Rainbow Girls fun meetings. If you know of any young girls who would be interested in becoming a part of this group, please contact Mother Advisor Jen Birdsall or Pledge Advisor Cass Orton.

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

Installation of officers was held on Aug. 8. Serving as installing officers for the ceremony were: Installing Officer – Allison Burris, PWA; Installing Marshall

– Cass Birdsall Orton, PGWAA; Installing Chaplain – Nicki Folsom, PWA; Installing Recorder - Christine Bryant Wigert, PGWA; and Installing Musician – Karan Birdsall, GEB. Elected and appointed officers of Lincoln Assembly for the next term are:

Worthy Advisor..........Kirsten BootheW. Associate Advisor......Zoe MaurerCharity......................Shelby PlummerHope..........................Pamela McLeodFaith..............................Brianna LyonsRecorder & Treasurer.....................Jessica Rodriguez, PWAChaplain............Allison Burris, PWADrill Leader................Emily GreenleeLove..........Michaela Whitesell, PWAReligion...........................Madi PiephoNature.................Nicki Folsom, PWAImmortality..............Kristy ThornburgFidelity.............................Randi SmithPatriotism..................Synder BricknerServices...........................Lacey SmithConfidential Observer......Lizzy HamOuter Observer.......Morgan ChandlerMusician...........................Trina GroppChoir Director..................Codi Gropp

Worthy Advisor Kirsten’s theme for her term is rescue; motto is “Life is not measured by the breaths we take but the moments that take our breath away”; mascot is Holly the hedgehog; emblem is the peace sign; colors are hot pink and black. During the term, Kirsten plans for Lincoln Assembly 6 members and adults will participate in the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk with other Nebraska Rainbow Girls. There is also a fun meeting planned at Kirsten’s home for members to bring their pets.

Lincoln Assembly 6 members prepare for the Shrine Parade. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Birdsall

Newly installed Lincoln Assembly 6 officers, Installing officers, and Mother Advisor pose for a formal photo following Installation. Photo courtesy of Lorrie Bryant

Lincoln Assembly 6Lorrie Bryant, Correspondent

On June 27, Bethel 5 held a closed Installation of Officers. Pictured from Left to Right are karey, Librarian; Miranda, Junior Princess; and kassandra, Guide. Deb Kendle photo

Bethel 5Deb Kendle, Corr.

Bethel 5 has been dark for the months of July and August and has not done much, but plans to be active once the fall term begins. Some of the activities we have done over the summer include attending a Saltdogs Game, having a Progressive Dinner, being visited by the Grand Family at our Grand Visitation, and attending the many events of the Shrine Bowl.

HIGHWAy CLEAN-uP

Bethel 5 has adopted a stretch of Highway on West O Street by Pleasant Dale. This stretch previously belonged to Liberty Lodge 300. This project will be completed 2 times a year, once in the fall and once in the spring. We are excited about this project and hope to continue it for years to come.

uPCOMING EVENTS

Our next meeting will be on Sept. 12. It will be a Stop and Go meeting. We will also be Installing Council and the rest of the Officers at this time. Please mark your calendars and feel free to attend any events.

Bethel 63POTATO BAKE!!

Sunday November 8Cotner Lodge 1542 N. 65th

4:30-7p.m

H.I.K.E FUNDRAISERContact Bethel #63 for tickets

Bethel 63GARAGE SALE!

7420 Wren Circle

Friday, September 258 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday, September 268 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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