STARS OF
May
9th, 2008
#8-017
SOMEONE SAID …
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY EVERYONE!!!
AND THE CLUES BEGIN … Ready? Set? Go figure …
Clue number one!
Hello all,
Here comes the first clue, so put on your
rollerblades.
The Autumn Leaves are coming and so is fall.
It is time to announce to one and to all.
A grand
Officer or Chairman to be;
We are sure you are a fan to be.
Head up now to the far Northwest
It's time to be on your very best.
A Queenly chapter you will find.
On the 2nd Monday if you don't mind.
Chocolate Hugs & Kisses,
Diane Osborne, AGM
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Clue number two!
A second autumn Leaf is about to take flight
We hope the clue will bring it to light.
It is the pearl this birthday gem
A lot of meaning for our AGM.
Drive down a local street named "
Where
He became the center of her heart
He plays a very important part
A Rainbow Dreamboat she did care
She served as Worthy Advisor there.
We hope to see you all that night
The 2nd Tuesday will be right.
MESSAGES FROM MY MAILBOX...
Sadness in
Thursday, May 01, 2008
Cyber Chat’s Inbox
Sisters and Brothers -
As of this moment, 4:30 PM on Thursday, May 1, there has been no further
information on Sister Kitty Campbell's arrangements. For those of you who
did not know, Sister Georgeanna K.
Campbell, PGM, died in her sleep on Tuesday, April 22. She
was living in a residential home in
There were tentative arrangements for calling hours to be tomorrow evening,
Friday, May 2, with the funeral on Saturday morning. Unless we hear
otherwise, I believe that is no longer valid. I have left a message
with the Funeral Director to call me, as well as having spoken with the
family, to let us know the arrangements.
Roger and Lorrie Ball live at
** Elaine R. Wallace, PGM, Grand Secretary – MA
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Evergreen Chapter time change …
Hi Connie,
Could you please put in your next issue: Evergreen Chapter #1,
Goldendale, has changed meeting time from 8:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. by means of
a by-laws change with the approval of Evergreen members and the WGM.
The time change is in effect immediately so if you're planning to make a
visit to Goldendale for a meeting, please make allowances for the change.
We don't want anyone to be uninformed.
Star Love,
** Linda Runyan, AGC
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Sadness in
Malden Chapter's Mrs. Eastern Star and former Grand Representative of
Cards of Condolence may be sent to the family c/o:
Sister Tammy Van Dyke
Sister Charlene Jacobs, member
of Malden Chapter lost her mother who lived in
Cards may be sent to Sister Charlene at:
Charlene Jacobs
Kathleen Knittel of Golden
Link now Malden Chapter and former Grand Representative of Rhode Island
passed away on April 18th. Kathleen had no children but had nieces and
nephews. She was a dedicated member and dear lady and will be greatly
missed in the community.
** Louise Belsby, Jr. PM,
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Invite …
Stanwood Chapter #76 cordially invites you to ENJOY A “STARLIGHT CRUISE”
WITH US as we honor
JENNIE KELLY
Grand Representative of
Saturday, May 31, 2008, 2:00 p.m.
Special invitation to:
All current and former Grand Representatives
All Eastern Star Members, Family and Friends
** Jean Ballard
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News from
Hi Connie, I'm from
Hugs, Elaine (Engelke)
PS, I'm working with our Visionquest Committee member PGM Phyllis Eklov to
try and get General Grand Chapter to create a DVD about star that we can
show at membership meetings and give to prospective members.
Freemasonry has several DVD's and Star should have at least one! (AMEN!
I second that!!)
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Great writing opportunity …
. . . . But
I found something that I thought some of you might be interested in.
Reader's Digest is accepting stories based on people giving back and
inspiring others. Now I know, first hand, that there are a lot of inspiring
folks in our organization. And I also know there are lots of wonderful
writers out there, so sit down and give it a shot. For each story, the
Reader’s Digest Foundation will donate $100,000 to a nonprofit organization
that is associated either with the story or the cause. I am constantly
telling you that I am surrounded by heroes- and that doesn’t mean just the
soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines, and coasties- I mean each of you who
have done so much for me and mine during the past several years. So sit down
and tell the world about someone who has touched your life and the life of
others. For more information go to the Reader's Digest website and look for
"Make It Matter".
** Cheryl Dean, PM , Lily of the Lake
#41, Lemoore, CA GCC, and Station Manager, American Red Cross, Schweinfurt
GE
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Passing of PGP Kenneth Elliott Pullen, GC of
Here are details for the Funeral Services for
PGP of Maine Kenneth Elliot Pullen.
He passed away in
The
visitation will be June 20, 6-8 PM, Lary Funeral Home, Milo, Maine, with OES
funeral service. Burial will be at 10 AM, June 21, with Masonic graveside
services,
Memorial Service will be at 2 PM, June 21. We expect most of the Past Grands
of Maine to attend that service. His name was Kenneth Elliott Pullen,
P.G.P., Grand Chapter of Maine, 1959-1960. They tell us the ice finally left
the
Respectfully
Yours,
** Hank Salzmann PP, Bryan Chapter #
222, Bryan, TX GGC
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Honor Night
…
IT IS WITH A GREAT DEAL OF EXCITMENT THAT ALPHA CHAPTER #88 IN CLE ELUM
announces that on Tuesday evening, May 6th, we will be honoring our own
DICK GOODMAN, GRAND REPRESENTATIVE TO
Dick is currently in his apartment in Ellensburg and the family assures us
that they'll bring him to the Chapter. WE hope to see many of you in Cle
Elum for the festivities!
** Janie Larson, Worthy Matron
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QUESTION
(to Ill Bro. William R. Miller, 33°, SGIG, Orient of Washington) Is
there anything like this in our Jurisdiction? The below message is
from
See you in about 8 weeks (Grand Lodge).
Connie
(From
ANSWER:
This is unique to the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. It is an
absolutely great DVD - an excellent Masonic talk. Gov. Dreyfus died
earlier this year. I requested a copy for each Valley and have
requested that it be shown at each
** Bill Miller
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Springtime fun …
Go ahead. It's fun. Click on the link below. You will get a black page. Click
your mouse anywhere (& everywhere) on the page & see what happens! Better
yet, click & drag your mouse over the black page... Enjoy!!
http://www.procreo.jp/labo/flower_garden.swf
**Shared by Lowry
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Wanted … Canadian flag
…
Dear Connie, In any of the chapters mergers, would anyone happen to
have an extra Canadian Flag ? Martha Chapter at Cheney would like to
receive one, and if anyone has one, please notify Gr. Adah Elaine Weigel or
elaineweigel@aol.com .Thank You.
** Diane Eastman
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Correction …
I was suppose to send you a note earlier and I forgot. Anyway – on the
list of meetings for the Inland Empire Past Matrons and Patrons – The May 30th
meeting is the Brown Bag Auction – and the September 26th meeting
is the Basket Auction. Sorry about the mix-up.
Thanks
** Betty Hughes, Vice President
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Grand Jurisdiction of
In
The Robert L. Clark Award requirements are:
1 - At least 15 of the installed officers must attend a minimum of Two (2)
schools of instruction.
2 - At least seven (7) members must attend a meeting of another chapter.
3 - At least four (4) members must attend an Official Visit other than your
own.
4 - The chapter must hold an Initiation ceremony during the year. If
no petition is received, a mock initiation is acceptable.
5 - At least four (4) elected officers and six (6) other members must take a
test.
6 - All Chapter Books of Instruction must be updated by the Secretary.
The completion of requirements must be documented. A
form for documentation is provided to each chapter secretary. The test
consists of 35 multiple choice questions derived from the most recent and
updated editions of the Black Book.
The Robert L. Clark (PMWGP) Award is a streamer (ribbon) that
is placed on our Chapter's OES flag. We have many of them on our flag.
** Dianna M. Gillard, PM, Midlothian Chapter No 186,
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Fun project …
Hi Sisters and Brothers, we are still working on a project begun a couple of
years ago where we are compiling electronic copies of programs we are
putting in a library that will soon become available to YOU for meetings.
What I would like is for you to send me (by email or
Break the Ice Games:
Fill out a list of items about yourself, i.e. date of birth, favorite
dessert, actress, TV show, song, etc. Then go around the room and try
to match up the most items with other peoples’ lists. The person with
the most matches wins!
Go around the room and each person states something about themselves such as
“I have three grandkids”, “I have cruised in
Everyone puts the name of a famous person, living or dead or make-believe,
on their back and they go around the room and ask questions about who they
are (they don’t know) and the first person who guesses who they are wins.
You can do this more than once if someone guesses too quickly.
Scattories: Everyone uses the letter of their first name.
Everyone is given the same list and you need to fill it out with an answer
that starts with the letter of your first name. For example, my name
is Elaine. A category could be Food: Egg plant or vehicle: electric
car. Have 15 or 20 categories. Either time, it and the first one
done wins or first one with most full wins.
So: you get the idea. Now, PLEASE, send me your skits, games,
programs, ideas, and even requests for ideas!!! Also, remember the
category of Membership and include things you have done for a membership
program. Thanks! Plus, some of you have programs about the way
things were done in the “olden days” such as the way Star Points balloted or
the old memorial service, etc. Those make interesting programs.
Remember, if you don’t want to type, you can also scan items and send them
to me, or at least tell me the year of the proceedings and I will find one.
Thanks.
** Idea from OES Email Blast, WI
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Web-can site …
While we were in
http://www.honolulu.gov/multimed/waikiki.asp
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Vida Chapter news
…
Dear Connie - It might be too late to get this in for the next mailing, but
I am going to try anyway. If it is, it is my fault for being so late
with it and I am sorry.
Vida Chapter is having a Bowl Painting Party and Luncheon on Saturday May
10th from 10AM – 2 PM. You don't have to be an artist and it is for
fun and in support of The Emergency Food Network. All painted bowls
helps support "Empty Bowls that is held on October 12, 2008. Lunch on
Sat will start at 12:00 and it is $6.00 with part of the proceeds donated to
EFN. Just to add to the fun there will be door prizes also.
Thanks.
** Lila Lindsey
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Yearbook information …
Hi Connie! Will you please add this to the next STARS that you
send out? Thanks!
Buy your
years books now and save $3.00. Several individuals have not ordered
their prepaid Year Book. The deadline has been extended until June
1. We will order a few extras, to sell on a First Come, First Served basis.
Prepaid Year Books at $7.00.
Please send
the order to:
Stella
Brown
1100
** Stella Brown
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Grand Chapter of
I received the following information and reminder in a newsletter yesterday
about registration for Oregon Grand Chapter and thought I would pass it
along to any of you who might be coming to our session in June. Our MWGM
will be visiting us this year, so come join the fun. Yes I still need
to get mine sent in..... All the registration forms and meal ticket orders
are on the web site.
Grand Chapter
Session Registration information may be found on the OES Website at
_www.oregonoes.
/Grand Chapter Session/ heading in the left margin. There is a deadline of
May 15 for Registration and Meals.
Sister
Sharon, WGM, and Brother Hunt, WGP have set a FIRM deadline, and no
reservations will be taken late, and no meal tickets will be available at
Grand Chapter.
Star love
** Kay Ernst, Wm PM x 3, GR of UT in OR,
Star Chapter 69,
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Reminder …
Dear Connie,
Would you please put a reminder in your next mailings for me.
ATTENTION GRAND REPRESENTATIVES
Grand Chapter is fast approaching and planning for the Grand Representatives
Parade of Flags is in process. If you have not returned the form that
was sent to you please do so as soon as possible even if you are not
planning on attending Grand Chapter. We need to know. Also
for those who have already responded please be sure to keep me updated if
there are any changes, such as you now know that your counterpart will /
will not be attending.
Remember you
are responsible for ironing your flag and providing your own flag bearer.
If you have
any questions please call -write - or email me:
Phone:
253-862-9975 - email -
phyllish@danawheels.net
Address:
11602 - 202 Ave E Bonney
Thank
you,
**
Phyllis Hippler, Grand Representative Flag Chairman.
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Back home …
Just to let
you know that I finally come home from the Everett Rehab.
I was given a hip replacement surgery so spent a month at Rehab learning how
to do the things I used to take for granted. Heck, I’m 85 years
old & should be able to put on a pair of socks.
WRONG. I still can’t put them on but Hubby, Ed, does a
mighty fine job of it. He also does everything else, along with
worrying that I’m not doing things right and safe enough. He’s
wonderful to have around.
Thanks to all for their cards & phone calls & visits. Everything
was appreciated.
Star Love.
** Ora Carlin
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Registration Packet for the "It's A Wonderful World" Grand Chapter session
is now available on the Grand Chapter web site.
Log onto:
http://www.geocities.com/coloradostar/
Click on the link: 2008 It's A Wonderful World Session
At the bottom of the page click on: 2008 Registration Forms
The packet is in .pdf format and can be printed for your convenience.
Fraternally,
** Larry Wullbrandt, PGP/GGCCM,
WP-Manzanita 85,
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Prayers needed … PGM Sylvia Webster
Thursday evening Sylvia collapsed and was unconscious. Her granddaughter was
with her, and got her up and into a chair, where she fainted again. Jessica
got her to the hospital, and she is still there. She was in the ER all day
Friday with a possible heart attack and urinary tract infection. Because
Jessica was in a panic, she didn't get Sylvia's cell phone to her until
Saturday evening. She called us Sunday morning. She will have more tests
today. She is in room 429A at
** Delores & Bill Young, Dawn Chapter
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Chewelah resident done good! … Kay Andrist
Kathryn “Kay”
Lind Andrist of St. Joseph’s Long Term Care, Chewelah, was
recently selected winner of the 24th Annual Celebrate Life
Pageant sponsored by The Spokane Chapter of the Washington State Association
of Activity Professionals.
This event is held to honor our senior residents living in nursing homes or
assisted living facilities in the community. Their interesting lives,
histories and wonderful personalities are a joy they share with us.
The eleven contestants were judged on life accomplishments, personality and
enthusiasm by a panel of five judges involved with senior issues around the
state. All contestants lives were celebrated this day, however the
winner goes on to represent all senior citizens during the Lilac Festival,
including the Royal Court Luncheon and the Torchlight Parade.
Kay was born near
Following WWII, Kay and her husband Dr. Charles Andrist opened a veterinary
clinic in Chewelah. Kay raised four children, assisted her husband in the
clinic and managed the bookkeeping. Using her architectural training, Kay
designed the blueprints for remodeling their house.
Kay and her husband enjoyed league bowling for many years as well as snow
and water skiing. They were original members of the Chewelah Ski
Association.
Kay’s life has been dedicated to public service. She was active in
4-H, Boy and Girl Scouts, Job’s Daughters, served as PTA President and
helped award educational scholarships to high school students.
She helped to build floats, and get marching bands, kids and horses to the
community events like the Lilac Parade.
Kay was active in Community Celebrations and Soroptimists, where she was
instrumental in organizing the Mayfly Massacre race. She is a member
of the Order of the Eastern Star, Daughters of the
Kay remains active in local politics and has served as Precinct Officer for
over thirty years. Kay’s response to voting apathy in this county is summed
up by this quote: “Use it or lose it!”
Congratulations Kay on a life well lived. One most worthy of
celebrating!
** Shared by Bonnie Rail, JPM, Pine Tree Chapter
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Thank you from Sister Alma Michelson …
(5/3)
I was talking to Alma Michelson couple days ago and she was so excited about
all the cards
being sent to her
following her fall at Analia Friday night, she asked me to send you an email
and express her thanks to all for
them. So,
here is a little bit
that you might
use for your Newsletter. Change it however
you want.
Don
At Marcia Beck’s Co-Chairman of Deputy Instructors Honor Night, it finished
in a slightly unforeseen manner in that Alma Michelson turned her ankle and
went down on the cement floor for a tough landing. She was ambulanced
to the
She is in good spirits and asked that her sincere thanks and love go to all
that have been sending her cards. She has never been in this position
before, and is overwhelmed with the number of cards she has received.
She has been Nesika’s Sunshine Chairman for years, and as a result of this
fall, she now understands that cards really do help in the healing process
and she did not realize the significance of the cards before. She will
continue this job with more insight, and can really empathize with others
when under the weather. Again, she could not say enough to all for the
great cards that have been sent to her. I think she is stringing or
setting them all in a prominent place in her house so she can review them
again and again. Her last words to me was to tell everyone
“Thank you – thank you -- thank you”.
I didn’t think that any one person could reap so many praises on those who
are trying to cheer her up. Believe me, the cards are helping her
immensely
and
Nesika THANKS
YOU for sharing your good graces with
** Don Beck, PGP
OES CHAPTERS’ CALENDAR
(as taken from your Ode Cards …includes everything, hopefully, except those
are listed in the Masonic Calendar. Chapters on the
Westside will be highlighted RED
and those on the
Eastside in BLUE.
The Cascades will be the dividing point!)
Reminders… May 9th – 31st, 2008
9 May
(2nd Friday)
Water in May is bread all the year!
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Poulsbo Chapter
… Chapter Instruction; 7:30 PM.
11 May
(2nd Sunday)
MOTHER’S DAY
MOON – First Quarter
12 May
(2nd Monday)
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Martha Chapter, Cheney
… Supper: 6:30 PM. Stated Meeting; Long Form; Honor Mothers.
Time: 7:30 PM.
13 May
(2nd Tuesday)
St. Juliana of
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14 May
(2nd Wednesday)
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Illihee Chapter, Toppenish
… Stated Meeting; Mother’s Day; Long Form; Apron Night. Spaghetti
Dinner – Appointed Officers. Time: 7:30 PM.
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Maple Chapter, Castle Rock
… Stated Meeting; Short Form; Initiation; Mother’s Day, Memorial Day.
Co-Chairmen: Becky & Bob Batson. Time: 7:30 PM.
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Pine Tree Chapter,
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Poulsbo Chapter
… Stated Meeting; Long Form; Celebrate Memorial Day & Mother’s Day.
Time: 7:30 PM.
15 May
(3rd Thursday)
A SWARM OF BEES IN MAY IS WORTH A LOAD OF HAY!
PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY (FLY FLAG UNTIL SUNSET)
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Delta Chapter,
Tukwila
… Special Meeting; Short Form; Chapter Dress; Initiation. Dining room
host: Kristin Dycus. Time: 7:30 PM.
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Lackamas Chapter,
Washougal
… Stated Meeting; Mother’s Day; Long Form. Refreshments & Decorations:
Cecil Tackett and Kent Stradley. Time: 7:30 PM.
16 May
(3rd Friday)
ST. BRENDAN
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Maple Chapter, Castle
Rock
… Social Club.
17 May
(3rd Saturday)
ARMED FORCES DAY
18 May
(3rd Sunday)
FROGS SINGING AT DUSK INDICATE FAIR WEATHER TO COME.
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Chehalis Chapter
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Lewis Chapter,
19 May
(3rd Monday)
VICTORIA DAY (
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Floral Chapter,
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Victory Chapter,
Millwood
… Auxiliary Meeting; 11:30 AM; Perkins on
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Warren Chapter,
20 May
(3rd Tuesday)
FULL MOON
IF THERE IS ENOUGH BLUE SKY TO PATCH A DUTCHMAN’S BRECHES, EXPECT CLEARING
WEATHER.
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Lewis Chapter,
21 May
(3rd Wednesday)
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Henry Wentworth
Chapter,
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Occidental Chapter,
22 May
(4th Thursday)
NATIONAL MARITIME DAY
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Port Orchard Chapter
… Stated Meeting; Long Form. Serving: Tammy Anthony-Ryder.
Time: 7:30 PM.
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Zillah Chapter,
23 May
(4th Friday)
IN THE OLD OF THE MOON, A CLOUDY MORNING BODES A FAIR AFTERNOON.
25 May