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Here is an update from the Fabulous 14th District:
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May 2015
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May 10th
Mother's Day
May 25th
Memorial Day
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| SPECIAL NOTICE | |
Blendon Lodge has discontinued their monthly breakfast per SW Matt Johnson.
Ralph R. Rickly Lodge has discontinued their monthly breakfast per WM Fred Henderson.
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| VA Hospital Visit | |
VA Hospital Visitation
May 3rd is West Gate #623, Luther B. Turner #732, Arts & Sciences #792, and Avery #493.
The visit is from 1:00 - 3:15 p.m. The first Lodge listed, West Gate Lodge, is the organizational lodge that will contact the representatives of the other Lodges to arrange what to bring. Refreshments of six dozen of each of apples, oranges, bananas, and about 12-15 dozen cookies are appreciated for the patients.
Next Visitation - September 13th with Columbus #30, Hiram #18, Sparrow #400, and Reynoldsburg #340.
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| 14th District Selling Maple Syrup | |
 The 14th District Officers Association is selling Pure OHIO Maple Syrup as a fundraiser. The syrup is made in Athens County and a 12 oz. bottle is selling for $12.00.
This particular Maple Syrup has a very distinct and robust flavor!
Contact any District Officer to pick up a bottle or two before it's sold out!
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| 14th District Quarterly Meeting | |
The quarterly meeting of the 14th District Masonic Officers Association will be held at 7350 Broadwyn Dr. (corner of Broadwyn and Lancaster Rd.), in Reynoldsburg on Thursday, May 28th starting at 7:00 p.m. It is being hosted by Whitehall Lodge #761.
All Lodges should have a representative and this is a great opportunity to share with the other Lodges in the District information about what is happening and is being planned for your Lodge.
Business casual is the attire for the meeting. WB Mike Saum, President of the District, hopes to see you on the 28th of May!
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Dayton National Cemetery
by RWB Jeff Rannebarger
|  The month of May signifies tributes to our Mother's, National Law Enforcement Officer's Memorial Month, and Memorial Day to honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. It is the later that I would like to share for this issue. I like to think I'm pretty knowledgeable about things, but I learned something new this past month. Many of us are familiar with Arlington National Cemetery near the Nation's Capitol. However, I recently visited the Dayton National Cemetery here in Ohio. I attended a funeral of a former Korean War Veteran who passed in March and for Marine, Army and Navy Veterans who had services in April. I met with a brother Past Master who asked if I would like to accompany him as he transported the deceased to Dayton. We met at the funeral home and he brought out the flag draped coffin. We reverently placed the coffin in the hearse and left for Dayton. Neither he or I knew the deceased nor his family and as far as we knew, he was not a Mason (which didn't make a difference). We traveled southwest of the downtown area of the City of Dayton and arrived at the Dayton National Cemetery on W. Third St. This was something I'd not read before in History classes, or in the associated books. Not until I arrived was I aware of this National Cemetery. In 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed into law legislation authorizing the establishment of national cemeteries. The Dayton National Cemetery was established in 1867 and serves an estimated 170,000 veterans in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky and is situated on 116 acres. Over 1000 burials are conducted each year and the Dayton National Cemetery maintains Camp Chase Confederate Cemetery on Sullivant Ave., in Columbus. There are close to 50,000 veterans buried in Dayton National Cemetery. The first interment was in September 1867 of a Civil War veteran. There are five Medal of Honor recipients (three from the Civil War, and one each from the Spanish-American War and the Battle of Little Big Horn). Also interned are two Major League Baseball players, General Marsena Patrick - U. S. Army, one British Commonwealth war grave of a Canadian Army Corporal, and the remains of soldiers serving in from the Revolutionary War to present day. It is only one of 14 cemeteries to be designated as a national shrine. We met the escort and proceeded with the family to the Committal Shelter where the caskets were treated with the customary dignity. Two Army Soldiers then proceeded to fold the flag and the Sergeant presented it to family. After this, veterans of a local VFW Post rendered the 21 gun salute and a bugler played "Taps". The Chaplain gave a nice service and the family was treated in a very dignified manner.
As in two instances where there were no family members to attend services, the Ohio Patriot Guard Riders formed an escort to the Committal Shelter accompanied by Blue Star Mothers who accepted flags and in turn donated the flags back to the cemetery where they will fly on appropriate days such as Memorial Day along the Avenue of Flags. As the escort concluded the service, she explained that this veteran would be moved to the specific gravesite and that he would be laid to rest among the other veterans. As we drove out of the Cemetery, I reflected on a previous visit to Arlington National Cemetery and also how thankful the family was for the treatment their father and grandfather received at his final resting place. If you are like myself and have not known about this particular cemetery, I encourage you to make the trip. I know I will return and am very proud to have been asked to accompany this soldier and to pay tribute to him. Thank you to ALL of our Veterans for their faithful service to protect the freedoms we all sometimes take for granted! |
| 14th District Golf Outing Scheduled |  The Fourth Annual District Golf Outing has been scheduled and will take place on Friday, August 28th. It will be held at Mill Creek Golf Club, 7259 Penn Rd., Ostrander 43061. The cost is $80.00 per person and includes round of golf, cart and cookout following. This is a shotgun start beginning at 1:00 p.m. and is open to all golfers with teams of four, prizes (longest drive, closest to the pin, and longest drive), and cash bar. The deadline for registering is August 21st. Checks are payable to the 14th District Masonic Officers Association and registration and checks are to be mailed to 3285 Grasmere Ave., Columbus 43224. |
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Luther B. Turner Lodge
Plans Activities by SW John Rumer
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 REGISTER NOW! Luther B. Turner Lodge #732 is honored to host MWB Steven E. Cokonougher, Grand Master of Masons for our annual Golf Outing on Saturday, June 20th. This year we will be at Oakhurst Country Club in Grove City with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. $65.00 per person. Individual golfers are welcomed. Non-golfers are invited to enjoy dinner for $20.00 per person. |
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Goodale Hosts Ladies Program
During MM Inspection by WM Trip Eagleson
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Goodale Lodge #372 announces a special Lady's Program to be held during the second section of Goodale's Master Mason Inspection on Monday, May 11. The program will be held in the Temple's Fellowship room at 7:15pm. This program will feature First Lady Rebecca Cokonougher and Dr. Jonathan Thackeray of Nationwide Children's hospital. The presentation will focus on child abuse awareness and prevention. All ladies are invited to the dinner at 6:15 p.m.
Dr. Jonathan Thackeray will present an overview of child abuse - How to recognize it? How to respond to it? How to prevent it? Dr. Thackeray welcomes your questions and comments during this presentation.
Dr. Thackeray is the Chief of the Division of Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Children's Hospital and the Medical Director of the Center for Family Safety and Healing. He has published in numerous journals and textbooks and speaks nationally on topics related to child maltreatment.
The Lodge address is: Northland Masonic Temple, 5885 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, 43229. Parking is in the rear of the building (bear left upon entering the drive). Use the lower level entrance to the building. Additional parking is available in the lot of the Korean Church next door.
RSVP for dinner (and note any special dietary needs) by Thursday, May 7 to Trip Eagleson: 614-565-2609 or his lady Michelle: 614-565-3899
Inspection Note: The Master Mason opening and first section begins at 5:00pm. Dinner will be served at 6:15pm followed by the second section at 7:00pm
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| SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT | |
The location of New England Lodge #4 Inspection is relocated to NORTHLAND MASONIC TEMPLE at 5885 Cleveland Ave. Columbus. This is the location where Goodale, Neoacacia, and Magnolia Lodges meet. The date is Tuesday, May 19th.
Please let your members know of this change from Worthington to Cleveland Ave.
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Grove City Lodge Breakfasts
Support Charities by WB David Sweeley
|  The May and June Breakfast proceeds hosted by the brethren of Grove City Lodge will go to support two undertakings. The May breakfast profits will go to help the Grove City Little League Board make the Grove City Dream Field a reality. This new field will bring a new experience for special needs children in Central Ohio. The date for this breakfast is May 2nd from 7:30-10:30 a.m. For more information about the Dream Field, go to the website, http://gclittleleague.com/miracle-field/ The June 6th breakfast profits will go to Special Olympics. Come Hungry and support the young people. The times are listed above for this breakfast. |
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Grove City Lodge EA
Held in Historic Venue
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WM Bill Bell called the officers, members and visitors of Grove City Lodge #689 to order for a Special Meeting. It was held for the purpose of initiating an Entered Apprentice in a historic site.
Over 20 brethren gathered in the Old New England Lodge #4 building on Monday, April 13th, 2015 for what was the last time that degree work would be performed by a Lodge (other than New England Lodge #4). Many photos were taken by those attending to record this event. Both the old Historic Building and the current New England Lodge Building that housed the Grand Lodge of Ohio offices for 50 years has been sold and will be reconstructed into housing.
The EA Lecture visual aide used was the chart hanging near the JW Station, just as it would have been during the 1800's period. WM Bell thanked the members of New England Lodge and host WB Crowell Shane, PM and Secretary of New England Lodge for the privilege of being able to confer the degree in this most impressive and meaningful location!
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Grove City Lodge Honors Br. Del Johnson and Author Visitation Planned
by WM Bill Bell
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On the afternoon of Saturday April 11th, Bro. Delbert Johnson was presented his 60 year service award at his home in the Pataskala area. Bro. Johnson is a distinguished member of Grove City Lodge #689. He was the owner and operator of The Ohio Mason for many years.
Bro. Johnson was presented his award by RWB Bill Estell with the assistance of Bro. Del's wife Kay, Illustrious Bro. Terry DeVassie 33°, RWB Tony Bachman, WB William Bell, and WB Timothy Bell Sr.
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On Saturday May 2nd, 2015 from 7:30-10:30 am, author Bro. Jeffrey Owens will be at Grove City Lodge #689 for a meet and greet session to promote his new book Victory in Europe - The People's History of the Second World War.
Jeffrey T. Owens, a member of the Jeffersonville Masonic Lodge and life-long lover of history has published a book on World War II in Europe, just in time for the 70th anniversary of VE Day, which is celebrated on May 8. Jeff interweaves into his story detailed historiographies of many of the nations involved in the war, including Germany, Russia, Great Britain, France, Poland, Yugoslavia, and the United States. He pulls from years of research to provide deeply detailed accounts of military campaigns across all fronts, along with a considerable amount of biographical information on multiple war leaders. Jeff will be available at the Grove City Masonic Lodge breakfast on Saturday May 2 to discuss his book, which will be available for purchase on Amazon.com
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N W Temple Lodges Hold Special
Breakfast and Blood Drive
by Sec. Ed Badger
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You are cordially invited to a pancake breakfast at Northwest Masonic Temple, 2436 W, Dublin-Granville Rd., on Saturday, May 16, 2015. This early Memorial Day celebration will honor veterans and currently serving members of the armed services, and benefit the Wounded Warriors Project. In addition we will be hosting a blood drive by the American Red Cross, and holding an open house for the community.
The day will start at 8:30 a.m. with pancakes and sausage by Chris Cakes. Veterans and active military will be our guests, as will children 12 and younger. We're asking for a donation of $5 per person from everyone else to cover expenses and our donation to Wounded Warriors. Masonic certificates of appreciation will be presented to all of the service members that we can identify. Breakfast will conclude at 11:30 a.m., and the blood drive will end at 3:00 p.m.
You do not need reservations or appointments for this event - just show up to enjoy good food, good fellowship, and an opportunity to recognize and honor those who serve our country.
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| DeMolay Holds Benefit
Spaghetti Dinner by Br. Mike Sassman
|  Groveport Chapter, DeMolay International, would like to ask you, your friends, and family to join us in remembering Russell Green and showing his family support in their time of sorrow.
The Chapter will hold a Spaghetti Dinner on May 9th from 4-7 p.m. at the Groveport Masonic Lodge 5905 Saltzgaber Rd., Groveport. The cost is $10.00 per person with all proceeds going to the Green family. Baked goods will also be available for purchase. |
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York Golf Club Trial
Membership by Br. John Gray
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York Golf Club
7495 N. High Street Columbus, 43235
OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, May 9th
3:00-7:00 p.m.
Owned by York, University and Capital City Lodges
Conveniently located at the corner of I-270 and Rt. 23 North.
Trial Membership Promotion
- You can pay $500 for a two-month trial membership at York Golf Club. Like our other club members, you can play unlimited quality golf and have access to all of our practice facilities ~ and you won't be subjected to any spending requirements or spending minimums
- Only after you have experienced the benefits of York membership for two months, you have to make a decision concerning whether you would like to continue to be a member at York Golf Cub ~ or not.
- AND, if you decide that you want to join York Golf Club, the $500 that you paid for the Trial Membership will be used to pay for your $500 Initiation Fee ~ and you just simply paying your monthly dues.
- Our monthly dues pricing is based on your age and how many family golfers you want to include on your club membership ~ it's an "a la carte" approach to membership pricing ~ not the usual "one size fits all" pricing imposed by other local golf clubs.
- Please contact Chuck Dan at 614-885-5968 or cdahnyork24@coumbus.rr.com for more information. There is limited availability ~ if you think that you might be interested, contact Chuck NOW!
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Detour Affecting York
Golf Club Entrance by WB Greg Brewer
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 It's that time of year again! It's springtime in the Columbus area and the orange barrels are out. Therefore, there is a NEW detour to get to the York Golf Club.
Starting last month, March 23rd, northbound High Street (Rt. 23) to Dimension Drive will CLOSE until August. To get to businesses on Dimension Drive or to get to York Golf Club from northbound High Street, turn right (eastbound) on to E. Campus View Blvd., then right on to Vantage Dr. to Dimension Dr., left on to High Cross Blvd., and left on to Campus View.
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Scottish Rite Spring 2015 Reunion Re-Cap, Annual Meeting, and Activities.
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The Spring Reunion was held on Saturday, April 18th at the John Gilbert Reese Center at OSU Newark Campus. The members welcomed 18 new brethren as they witnessed degree work, and shared fellowship.
Brother Sherwood Connor, was the Honoree. He is a 32nd Degree and SMA (Special Merit Award Recipient), and an active member of the Newark area. His comments were very humbling and he shared his years being a member of the Valley as he accepted his plaque.
The Valley is pleased to be able to again offer another benefit of being a member of Scottish Rite. ALL Ohio Scottish Rite members and their families are able to receive discounted pricing at the renowned Columbus Zoo an Zoombezi Bay. Check out the Valley of Columbus Chronicles for information.
Valley members are attending OSU Baseball at Nick Swisher Field at the Bill Davis Stadium on Fred Taylor Dr. on Friday, May 8th. The first pitch is at 6:15 p.m. The deadline for purchasing tickets has passed.
After the game, the plan is to meet at Roosters on Olentangy River Rd., north of Ackerman Rd., in the party room (cost not covered by the Valley).
The Annual Meeting of the Valley of Columbus will be held on Thursday, May 14th at 7:00 p.m. at the Aladdin Shrine Center at 3850 Stelzer Rd. Columbus. Following the meeting, the Election and Installation of Officers for coming year will be held.
The Children's Dyslexia Center - Valley of Columbus is one of three charities that will benefit by a golf outing being held on May 18th at York Golf Club. Also receiving benefits of this outing is Scholarship Opportunities for Success and Charity Newsies!
Registration begins at 11:00 a.m. with lunch being served at 12:30 p.m. The shotgun start is at 1:00 p.m.. Dinner is planned for 5:30 p.m. The event is a four player scramble with a fee of $99.00 per player ($49.00 tax deducible) which includes round of golf, cart, practice balls/driving range, boxed lunch, cookout dinner, 2 drink tickets, skill prizes, and awards. Dinner is only $30.00 for no golfers (cash bar). Further information and registration can be made by calling Chuck Dahn at 614-885-5965 or email cdahn24york@columbus.rr.com
June 27th is the Chillicothe Paints Baseball game. Further information will be provided in the next issue.
The Valley of Columbus and the Ohio Council of Deliberation are hosting a COMBINED GOLF OUTING on June 29th, at York Golf Club 7459 N. High St., Columbus 43235. A noon shotgun start is planned for a four person best ball scramble. This is opened to non-Masons and ladies. The cost is $75.00 per Scottish Rite Member/Lady and $85.00 for non-Scottish Rite. The fee includes round of golf, cart, steak or chicken dinner and prizes. For those interested in just attending for dinner only, the cost is $25.00 per person. The limit is the first 144 golfers. Reservation deadline is June 19th. For further information or registration contact the Valley of Columbus at 614-766-2272 or the Valley of Cambridge at 740-432-3956. For those maybe spending the night, arrangements are through the Sheraton Suites at 201 Hutchinson Ave., Columbus. Call Dan Nelson at 614-781-7316 and mention York Golf Outing for special discount on room.
The Fall Reunion is scheduled for October 31st at the Villa Milano Banquet Center, 1630 Shrock Rd., Columbus. The degrees planned to be presented are the 4th, 18th, 22nd (video), 27th and 32nd. We hope you can join us on Halloween day!
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Aladdin Shrine
Masonic Night
|  A "Cold Sands" was held on Monday, April 20th before the Shrine Stated Meeting. Illustrious Potentate, David Wolfe brought the meeting to order and among the items discussed was an update on the new Shrine facility in Grove City. Monday, April 27th was the Annual Masonic Night at Aladdin Shrine. The opening of Lodge was conducted by WM Steven Shepherd and the officers of West Gate Lodge #623 (Potentate Dave Wolfe's Lodge). He then turned the gavel over and the First and Second Section of the Master Mason Degree were presented by the Aladdin Shrine Past Master's Unit. They also presented the Lecture and Charge in the manner unique to the Past Masters Unit. Over 170 brethren witnessed the tradition of the Grand Master, MWB Cokonougher raising the new brother. During the evening, Illustrious Potentate David Wolfe presented the officers of Aladdin Shrine and MWB Cokonougher thanked the Illustrious Potentate for opening Aladdin Shrine and continuing this special evening for the 23rd year. Present with the Grand Master were appointed officers of the Grand Lodge and Past Grand Masters, MWB C. Rolland Lattanner, MWB Charles K. Neff, and MWB Ronald Winnett. Check the Aladdin Lamp for the upcoming Parade Schedule. |
| 77th Annual Shrine/Masonic Day with the Cincinnati Reds by MWB Norman Mick |  The Cincinnati Reds Baseball will be holding their 77th Annual Shrine/Masonic Day with the Reds on Sunday, August 23rd 2015 The game will be held at the Great American Ballpark at 1:10 p.m. against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Reds have indicated that they want to continue this longstanding tradition. There will be pre-game ceremonies, a parade of Shrine Units, Lodges and members, youth groups and other interested groups as we deem proper to involve and can accommodate. I encourage all to make this event a special project for your Lodge, group or organization. Please contact your Lodge Secretary for further information as the information and flyer has been forwarded to them. |
Enjoy Some Great Fellowship
Come out for one of the many breakfasts or dinners around the District and enjoy some great food & fellowship
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First Saturday at Lockbourne Lodge: Breakfast, 8 - 10a
First Saturday at Grove City Lodge: Breakfast, 8 - 10a
First Saturday at Hiram Loge:
Breakfast, 8-10 a - January - November
Third Saturday at Groveport Lodge: Breakfast, 7:30 - 10a
Last Saturday at Reynoldsburg Lodge: Breakfast, 8 - 11a |
Youth Update
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The 14th Masonic District support our Masonic Youth! If you know of any youth events taking place, let us know and we'll add it in the Newsletter
- Linden Chapter, Order of DeMolay: Stated Meetings - 1st & 3rd Sundays at 3:00 PM
- North West Masonic Temple - Linworth
- Groveport Chapter, Order of DeMolay: Stated Meetings - 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 7:30 PM
- Groveport Masonic Temple - Groveport
- Bethel No. 22, Job's Daughters: Stated Meetings - 2nd & 4th Wednesdays @ 7:00 PM
- Moore Masonic Temple - Delaware
- Bethel No. 28, Jobs Daughters: Stated Meetings - 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 7:00 PM
- North West Masonic Temple - Linworth
- Bethel No. 45, Job's Daughters: Stated Meetings - 1st & 3rd Mondays @ 7:00 PM
- Avery Masonic Temple - Hilliard
- Bethel No. 69, Jobs Daughters: Stated Meetings - 1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 7:00 PM
- Sunrise Masonic Temple - Gahanna
- Bethel No. 71, Job's Daughters: Stated Meetings - 1st & 3rd Sundays @ 2:00 PM
- Groveport Masonic Temple - Groveport
- Columbus Assembly No. 172, Rainbow for Girls: Stated Meetings 2nd & 4th Thursdays @ 7:00 PM
- North West Masonic Temple - Linworth
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14th Masonic District Communications Committee
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WB Ken Cohen
WB Michael Saum
Co-Chairman
RWB Jeff Rannebarger
Editor
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2015
Coming Up
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5/3 VA Hospital Visitation Chillicothe
5/4 West Gate Inspection - FC Columbus
5/5 Columbus Inspection - MM Columbus
5/11 Goodale Inspection - MM Columbus
5/12 Community Inspection - FC Columbus
5/18 Grove City Inspection - EA Grove City
5/19 New England Inspection - EA Northland Masonic Temple
5/28 District Quarterly Meeting Whitehall Lodge Reynoldsburg
6/3 Whitehall Inspection - FC Reynoldsburg
6/7 Masonic Home Day Springfield Campus
6/16 Reynoldsburg Inspection - MM Reynoldsburg
6/17 Luther B. Turner Inspection - MM Columbus
6/24 South Gate-Potter Inspection - FC Canal Winchester
6/26 Special Olympics Opening Jesse Owens Stadium Ohio State University
8/9 District Family Picnic Highbanks Metro Park Powell 8/28 District Golf Outing Mill Creek Golf Club Ostrander
9/6 VA Hospital Visitation Chillicothe
9/19 Worthington Market Days Worthington
9/24 District Quarterly Meeting and Awards Luther B. Turner Columbus
10/4 VA Hospital Visitation Chillicothe
October 23-24 Grand Lodge Columbus
11/1 VA Hospital Visitation Chillicothe
11/8 District Serves at Faith Mission Columbus
12/5 Past Master Convocation District Annual Meeting Luther B. Turner Columbus
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