OMN - 2023 April

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The Grand Master’s Message: MasonicAid

Throughoutreach services and retirement community subsidies, the Grand Lodge of Oregon provides aid to Masons, their wives, widows, and minor children on your behalf. Working in partnership with the Order of the Eastern Star, assistance is also provided to female members of their Order. MasonicAid is a primary charitable activity of the Freemasons of Oregon, based on the idea “charity begins at home.”

As a Grand Lodge Trustee for four years, I have learned much about the administration of MasonicAid. I can report to you that we have outstanding staff working from the Grand Secretary’s office to deliver this service.

Participating and receiving assistance is easy, but I have found how difficult it can be to help a Mason. As Freemasons, our concern is that of helping others, not ourselves. I have observed instances when a Mason could use help but did not think to ask for assistance. It seems many of us have a “blind spot” when it comes to our own needs.

I have made over 40 Official Visits to Lodges so far this year, and at almost every visit, concerns were raised regarding the welfare of Lodge Brothers during the “Sickness and Distress” portion of the meeting. It is common for Lodges to contact the distressed Brother, which is commendable but does not often result in financial aid. In my experience, the distressed Brother will rarely ask for assistance when contacted by a Lodge Brother.

When you hear of a Lodge Brother who is seriously sick or injured, consider making a referral to MasonicAid. Our staff will contact the Brother and assess their situation. Sick or injured Brothers seem to be more willing to speak candidly about their situation with a professional case manager than with their Lodge Brothers. MasonicAid contact will often result in advice, referral information, coordination of support, and sometimes financial assistance. Of course, this also applies to our Brothers’ wives, widows, and minor children.

Contact MasonicAid by calling the Grand Lodge at (503) 357-3158, visiting www. oregonfreemasonry.com/MasonicAid, or learn more from your District Deputy.

Understanding the Real Value of The WestGate Experience

Ifyou attended the recent Grand Lodge statewide training or your Lodge’s Stated Meeting during the Official Visit of the Grand Master, it is likely you have heard about The WestGate Experience

At its core, The WestGate Experience is a unique approach in retaining new and existing Lodge members. It does this by providing a roadmap or process that Lodges can easily follow, from the time a potential petitioner contacts the Lodge to the time he becomes a Master Mason and beyond.

It is important to note that The WestGate Experience is not for every Lodge. There are Lodges within our jurisdiction that are doing well with membership retention programs and may not need anything that The WestGate Experience provides. However, there are Lodges in Oregon that are struggling with membership, and perhaps The WestGate Experience can provide a different approach that may yield results.

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IN THIS ISSUE

1 Grand Master’s Message

1 The Real Value of The WestGate Experience

3 Robert Burns Lodge and the Malheur Cave

3 GWMNM Celebrates 100 Years

4 News from Our Lodges

6 173rd Annual Communication Information

7 173rd Annual Communication Agenda

7 173rd Annual Communication Meal Sign-up

8 Grand Master’s Itinerary

April
Volume XL No. 8,
2023
W.B. Dale B. Palileo Grand Orator Fraternally, M.W.B. Mark L. Posler, Grand Master, The Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Oregon M.W.B. Mark L. Posler Grand Master

The Real Value of The WestGate Experience

But before your Lodge invests time and effort in trying out The WestGate Experience, what makes it different from what your Lodge is currently doing? What is its real value?

Before we look into The WestGate Experience’s real value, let’s first explore its unique characteristics:

An à la carte Approach

One of the good things about The WestGate Experience is that your Lodge does not need to implement the entire process. You can pick parts that you think may help your Lodge in the immediate term. There are elements and portions of the process that are easy to follow with minimal effort. I suggest starting with how your Lodge qualifies potential members and then take it from there, or you can implement the Fellows of the Craft program with your current Entered Apprentices, Fellowcrafts, or even newly made Master Masons.

It is also likely that your Lodge is already doing a part of The WestGate Experience or something like it. If so, The WestGate Experience may provide the missing elements to your Lodge’s overall membership strategy.

An Emphasis on Developing Meaningful Relationships

If you think about it, Masonry is all about relationships. What better way to improve your Lodge’s membership than by developing strong bonds among your current and potential members? The WestGate Experience provides a template on how to do this, starting with your Lodge’s main (or signature) event for the year. From there, you can expand by adding more events that allow members to congregate and enjoy each other’s company.

The Art of Patience and Taking Time

As Masons, we know the importance of time. One of our degrees teaches the value of time management and its importance in building a meaningful life. The WestGate Experience emphasizes taking time in getting to know your Lodge’s potential petitioners with the goal of building a relationship of trust and mutual understanding. It highlights the need for your Lodge to make a conscious effort to ensure prospective members have a clear understanding of the activities and attitudes of the Lodge members before they are given a petition. In turn, this reduces wasted time and

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effort in making someone a Mason who may not be a good fit for the Lodge or even the fraternity.

A Celebration of Achievements and Milestones

We all know that going through the degrees does not just take a lot of time and resources for the Lodge but also for the candidate. All the time spent by your candidate in learning and memorizing the proficiency in addition to the culture, traditions, and history of the Craft, should not only be recognized by his mentor and coaches but must also be commended by the Lodge. To that end, The WestGate Experience encourages Lodges to celebrate milestones in each candidate’s Masonic journey. And it makes perfect sense: what better way to show a candidate’s efforts and participation is valued by the Lodge than by recognizing his achievements?

An Emphasis in Masonic Symbolism, Ritual, and Education

Symbolism and ritual are at the heart of our identity as Masons. Without ritual, we would not be able to make new Masons, and without our Masonic symbols to remind us of our principal tenets and teachings, we would lose our identity as an organization. The WestGate Experience encourages Lodges to provide excellent experiences for our candidates by doing great ritual and teaching the important truths behind our symbols, as most young candidates expect this from their Masonic experience.

Masonic education is also an important highlight of The WestGate Experience. It encourages the fostering of new ideas and the exploration of the hidden meanings of our beloved Craft as a core part of our meetings and not just an afterthought. It is a great way for Brothers to be reminded of why they became Masons and would likely inspire new Brothers to incorporate our teachings into their daily lives.

When you combine all these together, you get a fulfilling Masonic experience, which is what Freemasonry is all about to begin with. This is the real value of The WestGate Experience: Making good men better by fostering—and encouraging—true brotherhood based on trust, wisdom, and mutual respect.

Fraternally,

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Robert Burns Lodge No. 97 & The Malheur Cave

George Washington Masonic National Memorial Celebrates 100 Years

Arecent discovery of a synopsis found in the Lodge records tells of how Burns Lodge No. 97 in Burns, Ore., came into existence and about the first meeting of Burns Lodge in the Malheur Cave.

Burns Lodge No. 97 was granted its Charter on June 12, 1890, signed by M.W.B. Christopher Taylor, Grand Master. The first Worshipful Master of the Lodge was W.B. C. A. Sweek.

On January 17, 1899, a committee suggested that the By-Laws be amended as follows: “The stated communications of this shall be held on Saturday on or before the full moon of each month.” This amendment passed and was instituted beginning January 13, 1900; thus, Burns No. 97 joined a group of Lodges that were called “Moon Lodges.” Many early Lodges were “Moon Lodges,” which helped their members travel to and from Lodge meetings with the aid of the moon’s light.

Two members of the Lodge, Ulysses S. Hackney and Charles W. Loggan, came up with the idea that has since become a landmark function for Burns Lodge. Their plan was to use the Malheur Cave for a meeting of Masons in Oregon. Their plan was successful, and the first official outdoor meeting of Masons in the Western United States was held at the Malheur Cave.

With a Special Dispensation, issued by Most Worshipful Grand Master, F. C. Howell, the first Malheur Cave meeting was held on October 1, 1938... (to be continued)

- submitted by M.W.B. Art Bush, P.G.M.

Thisyear while attending the Conference of Grand Masters in North America in Washington, D.C., the Trustees had an extra bonus. On Monday, Feb. 20, at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, we had the honor of attending the 100-year anniversary re-enactment of the Cornerstone Ceremony. We also marched in the city of Alexandria’s annual George Washington Birthday Parade to pay tribute to this historic landmark.

The Memorial Committee adjusted the parade’s traditional route so it would finish in front of the Memorial. We walked the same route the 10,000 Masons did during the 1923 parade. This time, 100 years later, we had 4,000 Masons representing Lodges nationwide. Yes, our feet were tired, but it was well worth it, as we were proud to represent the Grand Lodge of Oregon!

M.W.B. Donald Strehle, Grand Master of Masons of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and his officers performed the re-enactment ceremony on the steps of the Memorial. They used the actual ceremony performed in 1923 for the original cornerstone. M.W.B. Strehle even used the trowel that President George Washington used in 1793 to lay the cornerstone of the United States Capitol. This was a great day to be a Mason!

- submitted by R.W.B. Timothy J. Best, Senior Grand Warden

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NEWS FROM OUR LODGES —

Hiram Lodge No. 67

Blue Mountain Lodge No. 34

The Feb. 8 Stated Communication of Hiram Lodge in Elgin had a first-time event in our Lodge. We heard the Candidate Lectures of Brother Entered Apprentice Bryce W. Sullivan, Brother Fellowcraft John W. Dippold, and the Master Mason Lecture from Brother Tyler D. Crook.

- submitted by W.B. John H. Hatton

Throughour Community Charity Committee, Blue Mountain Lodge in Baker City selects a worthwhile project in the communities we represent and bestows a grant for a project to benefit the people of that area. Over the years, Blue Mountain Lodge has consolidated with several Lodges to form the current Lodge. We have not forgotten those towns that were forced to shutter their buildings.

Cornerstone Lodge No. 157

During the Grand Master’s Official Visit on Jan. 9, M.W.B. Mark Posler presented 50-year certificates to three members of Cornerstone Lodge in Portland. Pictured above (L to R) are M.W.B. Mark Posler, W.B. Russel Garrett, W.B. E. David Granum, W.B. John Caplener, and Worshipful Master Jose Aguirre. Pictured in the rear are other 50-year members in attendance: W.B. Joseph Watson, 53 years and W.B. Bob Richardson, 57 years.

Annually, our Community Charity Committee selects a region to focus on for a larger philanthropic grant. This year, the Baker City area was the targeted region. In past years, we have assisted projects in North Powder, Halfway/Richland, and Prairie City.

One of the recipients of this year’s award was the Wade Williams Foundation. This foundation was established to assist the local Little League in assuring aspiring Major League baseball players and professional softball players have facilities to foster such goals, teach teamwork and good sportsmanship, and develop outstanding people.

We embrace charitable contributions to our community, as do all Masons.

- submitted by W.B. Will A. Benson

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- submitted by W.B. Eric Headley, photo by W.B. Vern E. Caldwell
DEADLINE for OMN Submissions: We’re thrilled to share the goings-on of your Lodge! Send in your stories by the FIRST of the previous month to see them featured in print! (i.e. By May 1 for June issue) Email us at OMN@oregonfreemasonry.com
Pictured: Immediate Past Master Mike Rudi (right) presenting a BIG check to the Wade Williams Foundation at their annual fundraiser on Feb. 18. Pictured L to R: Worshipful Master David Gover, III, Bro. Tyler Crook, Bro. Bryce Sullivan, Bro. John Dippold, and coach W.B. John Hatton.

OnOct. 29, 2022, Milwaukie Waluga

Lodge proudly presented the 65-year Jewel to Bro. Don Drew and the 50-year Jewel to W.B. Bill Southwell. The event was held in a private dining room at The Springs at Carman Oaks, with Lodge members and family in attendance.

Bro. Drew received his 65-year Jewel with his wife and children in attendance. Bro. Drew started his Masonic journey on May 17, 1955, in Angels Gate Lodge No. 198, in the Grand Lodge of California. He was affiliated with Waluga Lodge in 2015. Waluga merged with Milwaukie Lodge in 2020 to create Milwaukie Waluga Lodge No. 109.

W.B. Bill Southwell spent his entire Masonic career in Waluga Lodge. He began his Masonic journey on April 8, 1970. W.B. Southwell received the Hiram Award in 2001. In June 2020, he completed 50 years of service. Due to COVID restrictions, we could not present this award to him then. Unfortunately, W.B. Southwell passed away in June 2021. Present at the ceremony was his widow, Alta, who received his 50-year Jewel on his behalf.

It was a special day to present such important tokens of recognition. A special thank you to W.B. Loran Steinberg, who facilitated the accommodations and made the arrangements for the day.

Cottage Grove Lodge No. 51

OnFeb. 15, Cottage Grove Lodge had the honor of hosting a group of five students (and three coaches) from Elkton High School so they could share their impressive demonstration of ‘robotics.’ This was the second year the “Cybernetic Elks” visited the Lodge and made an awe-inspiring presentation for the members who gave them a monetary contribution.

The robotics competition is an extra-curricular activity offered at the high school and is a nationally and internationally recognized event. Considering this project is operated and performed, including complicated design and computer programming, by students 14 to 18 years of age says a lot about the quality of high school kids we are blessed to have in our communities.

This year’s competition requirements were more complicated, intricate, and, as it turned out, more expensive than last. The robot, designed from scratch using a 3-D printer, was built and programmed by the students. It had to function independently and by remote control, operate side to side, back and forth, and diagonally, pick up and deposit objects, and successfully perform a series of other, at times, complicated maneuvers. Their invention had a turntable capable of rotating 180 degrees, a webcam, a distance sensor, and lifting towers that could raise objects in excess of three feet. The Elkton team’s entrance won the Design and Solar First Tech Challenge Award at the 2023 Southern Oregon Area Robotics League Tournament.

Having the robotics competition available for the area’s youth opens a great opportunity for talented young people. It is a realistic and positive activity that helps prepare our youngsters for not only their future but ours as well. Who knows, someday we may be watching their inventions perform intricate services in medical science or complicated and dangerous jobs deep in our oceans or space programs working on the moon or foreign planets, possibly on asteroids or comets, or performing maintenance on the James Webb and Hubble Telescopes. The possibilities are exciting and unlimited! Activities like this are worthy investments deserving of support from the Masonic Family.

submitted

- submitted by Bro. David L. Spriggs, Chaplain

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Milwaukie Waluga Lodge No. 109 Pictured L to R: W.B. Ben Boyer, W.B. Rob Root, Bro. Don Drew, W.B. Scott Cameron, Alta Southwell, and W.B. Loran Steinberg.
CELEBRATING 50 & 65 YEARS OF SERVICE!
Pictured L to R: Coach Ed Humber, Zeke Humber, Nate Humber, Jessica Hawkinson, Coach Cynde Pakros, Loren Smith, Sean Pakros, and Worshipful Master Christian Garrett.

M.W. GRAND MASTER, Mark L. Posler, invites all Master Masons, their wives, and guests to attend the 173rd Annual Communication of the Masonic Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Oregon in Bend, Oregon. An Informal Opening will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 1, followed by the Formal Session at 10:00 a.m. On Friday, June 2, the Session will open at 8:00 a.m.

The Fellowship Banquet will be held Thursday evening at the Riverhouse Convention Center. A no-host social hour will begin at 6:00 p.m., with dinner at 7:00 p.m. The cost of the dinner includes entertainment. The Grand Master has selected “Enjoying Our Travels Together” as the theme! The attire for the banquet is casual (nice jeans are OK, but no shorts, please! “Dress like a tourist.”) There will be lunch available at noon on both Thursday and Friday, as well as ladies’ events on both days.

MEALS

Oregon Grand Lodge Officers, District Deputies of the Grand Master, and visiting dignitaries will be sent a letter with instructions for signing up for meals online. If you are not an Oregon Grand Lodge Officer, District Deputy, or visiting Dignitary, and not ordering online, please complete the meal selections and return the form on the next page.

To make your meal selections online, visit:

www.oregonfreemasonry.com/annual-communication

Meal tickets will not be sold at the door. Refunds unavailable to those unable to attend.

Reserved tickets for all meals will be tucked into your packet and available for pick-up at the check-in table (open various hours, shown at right), so be sure your meal ticket order reaches the Grand Lodge office no later than Friday, May 19!

Meal Tickets will not be mailed, and we are not able to hold tickets for later payment.

The Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Oregon

173rd Annual Communication

June 1 & 2, 2023

LADIES’ EVENTS

Thursday, June 1, the Grand Master’s Lady has arranged a bus tour to Black Butte Ranch. Boarding will be at the Riverhouse on the Deschutes hotel, and buses will begin loading at 10:15 a.m., depart at 10:30 a.m., and return around 3:00 p.m. A ranch buffet and cookie bar will be served for lunch. The “There is a Place” walking tour of Black Butte Ranch will be followed by a visit to the town of Sisters for an afternoon of shopping.

Additionally, the “Horsing Around” themed Ladies Luncheon will be on Friday, June 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Riverhouse on the Deschutes hotel. Dress attire is casual.

For those ladies not attending either of these ladies’ events, you are welcome to join the men during the Thursday and/or Friday Fellowship Luncheons.

LODGING

For room reservations, you may call The Riverhouse on the Deschutes hotel directly at (541) 389-3111 or visit the Grand Lodge website, www.oregonfreemasonry.com/annual-communication. You will find information about Accommodations and a link to take you directly to The Riverhouse’s special page to make room reservations for this event. There you can select your room type, as well as see the amenities and cost. If calling, be sure to inform them you are with the Masonic Grand Lodge group. Room availability is first come, first served. To receive the group rates, you must make your reservations by Sunday, April 30, 2023.

Other hotels in the area:

Shilo Inns Bend — (541) 389-9600

Red Lion Inn & Suites — (541) 388-4114

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Tentative Agenda

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

MEAL SIGN-UP FORM

Please return form to: 2150 Masonic Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116

Check-in

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. – Convention Foyer

Grand Master’s Banquet (By invitation only) - Formal

6:00 p.m. – No-host Social Hour

7:00 p.m. – Dinner

Check-in

Thursday, June 1, 2023

7:30 a.m. – Convention Foyer

Morning Session:

7:45 a.m. – Musical Prelude

8:00 a.m. – Informal Opening (All Invited)

10:00 a.m. – Formal Grand Lodge Opening

10:15 a.m. – Load bus for Ladies’ ‘Black

Butte Ranch’ Tour & Lunch; departure at

10:30 a.m. (Dress for the weather)

11:00 a.m. – Declare Ballot Open

12:00 p.m. – Call to Refreshment

Fellowship Luncheon – 12:00 p.m.

Afternoon Session:

1:00 p.m. – Call to Order

4:00 p.m. – Call to Refreshment

Fellowship Banquet: (Masons & Guests)

“Enjoying Our Travels Together”

Attire: Casual (nice jeans OK, no shorts)

6:00 p.m. – No-host Social Hour

7:00 p.m. – Dinner

Friday, June 2, 2023

Morning Session:

7:45 a.m. – Musical Prelude

8:00 a.m. – Call to Order

11:00 a.m. – Ballot Closed

11:00 a.m. – Mileage Payout Begins

11:30 a.m. – Ladies Luncheon

“Horsing Around”

Attire: Casual (nice jeans OK, no shorts)

11:45 a.m. – Election Results Announced

12:00 p.m. – Call to Refreshment

12:00 p.m. – Fellowship Luncheon

Afternoon Session: 1:00 p.m. – Call to Order

Undetermined Time – Ritual Closing

Installation of 2023-2024 Officers: (All Invited)

4:00 p.m. – Reception to Follow

Banquets for PGMs, PGM’s Ladies, New Officers (Three separate banquets. By invitation only. See printed material for dinner locations.)

6:00 p.m. – No-host Social Hour

7:00 p.m. – Dinner

Meal sign-up for everyone is also available online: www.oregonfreemasonry.com/annual-communication

If you are not an Oregon G.L.O., D.D., or visiting Dignitary, and not ordering online, please use this form. Meal orders must reach the Grand Lodge office by Friday, May 19, 2023!

Please enclose check, money order, or provide VISA, Master Card or American Express information.

— MEAL OPTIONS — DELEGATES AND GUESTS (All Invited)

Thursday, 6/1/23 - Noon – Fellowship Luncheon: $32.00 ea.

American BBQ Buffet #

Thursday, 6/1/23 - Fellowship Banquet: $45.00 ea. 6:00 p.m. No Host Social Hour ~ 7:00 p.m. Dinner

“Enjoying Our Travels Together” Theme

Italian Buffet & Dessert #

Friday, 6/2/23 - Noon – Fellowship Luncheon: $36.00 ea.

Made-Your-Way Buffet # (Churrasco Flank Steak and Pan-Seared Chicken in Shallot Wine Sauce)

Subtotal $___________

— SOMETHING FOR THE LADIES —

Thursday, 6/1/23 – Black Butte Ranch Tour Ranch Buffet & Cookie Bar # tickets @ $65.00 ea. Black Butte Ranch tour will board at 10:15 a.m. Departure at 10:30 a.m. ~ Dress for the weather.

Friday, 6/2/23 - 11:30 a.m. Ladies Luncheon $34.00 ea.

“Horsing Around” Theme

Churrasco Flank Steak Lunch #

Baked Cod Lunch #

Subtotal $

ENCLOSED IS THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF: $ ________

Card #: Exp. Date: ______________ 3 Digit Code: _________________ Billing ZIP code:

Your Name: Phone #: __________________ Email:

Your Lodge Name: ____________________________ No.

Your Officer Position (if applicable):

Your Lady’s Name (if applicable):

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“News from Our Lodges” is solicited. Rights are reserved to edit all submitted material, and views expressed in articles may not necessarily be the official position of the Grand Lodge nor an endorsement thereof. Non-members’ domestic-subscription rate is $5 per year. PLEASE NOTE: The mailing address is Oregon Masonic News, 2150 Masonic Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116. Phone: 503-357-3158; outside the Portland-area, 800-970-9920. Fax: 503357-1815.

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Email: OMN@oregonfreemasonry.com

Grand Master’s Tentative Itinerary

April 2023

1 — MESH/Trustee Meeting; Forest Grove, 8 a.m. - U, SU

4 — Blue Mountain No. 34, Baker City, Official Visit; dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L

6-8 Grand York Rite, North Bend - U, SU, T, L

10 — Klamath No. 77, Klamath Falls, Official Visit; dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L

11 — Myrtle No. 78, Myrtle Point, Official Visit; dinner, 5:30 p.m.; Lodge, 6:30 p.m. - U, L

12 — Esoterika No. 227, Milwaukie, Official Visit; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - Masons only

21-22 Grand Lodge of Hawaii, Honolulu - U, SU, L, Dressy Aloha

27-29 Baker Valley Scottish Rite Spring Reunion, Baker City - U, T, SU, L

May 2023

2 — Gateway No. 175, Warrenton, Official Visit; dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L

4 — South Umpqua No. 72, Canyonville, Official Visit; dinner, 6 p.m.; Lodge, 7 p.m. - U, L

6 — Grand Lodge Officer and District Deputy Training, Grand Lodge Headquarters - S

9 — Wildhorse No. 65, Athena, Official Visit; dinner, 6 p.m.; Lodge, 7 p.m. - U (Masons only)

10 — Joseph No. 81, Official Visit; dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L

11 — Acacia No. 118, Ontario, Official Visit; dinner, 6 p.m.; Lodge, 7 p.m. - U, L

13 — MESH/Trustee Meeting; Forest Grove, 8 a.m. - U, SU

16 — Rainier No. 24, Official Visit; dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L 18 — Scio No. 39, Official Visit; dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L

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20 — Potentate’s
Kader Shrine Center, Wilsonville,
p.m. - U, T, L 25 — Oregon DeMolay Gala, Sentinel Hotel, Portland, 5-9 p.m. - T, L 27 — Oregon DeMolay Conclave, Mt. Hood Oregon Resort, Welches - U, S, L 28 — Wreath laying at M.W.B. Berryman Jennings’ gravesite, Greenwood Hills Cemetery, Portland, Section 1, 11 a.m. - U, L 31 — Grand Master’s Banquet (invitation only); social hour, 6 p.m.; dinner, 7 p.m. - T, L U = Uniform; L = Ladies; T = Tuxedo; S = Suit; SU = Summer Uniform; BC = Business Casual

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