March 13, 2013

 

The regulator stated meeting of Chenango Chapter No. 135 O.E.S. was held in its rooms Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm with WM Connie Cazer and WP Dennis Youngs presiding in the East.   Chapter opened in short form.   The WM greeted 15 officers and members to our annual “PJ Night”.

 

On Role Call of Officers, the following were reported absent:   Associate Matron and Patron, Warder, Electa, 2 trustees, musician, sentinel, color bearer and Electa.

 

Minutes of the previous meeting were not read for information.  

 

Under sickness and distress the following was reported:    S. Claire is at home and would like visitors.    She will have another screw removed from her foot soon.    RWS Bobbie and RWS Carol L not feeling well this evening.   S. Doris Donnelly of Johnson City/Service Chapter was recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer.    She would appreciate cards sent to 249 Lake Shore Drive N., Maryland, NY 12116.    RWS Lillian Darling of Deleware chapter died last week and a Star Memorial Service was conducted by the Chapter.   Sister Secretary thanked the chapter for her Birthday Card.

 

The treasurer gave the following report.

            Checking account                                           $1,261.73

            Savings account                                                1,849.14

            CD                                                                    5,000.00

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

• Cookbook  -  S Linda reported that the cookbook is about to go to press with over 400 recipes.    The committee is asking members to get advertising to offset the cost of printing.   She will have forms for advertising at the next meeting.   The cost will be about $15.00 each copy.
• Theme of the raffle  basket at the Grand Matron’s visit to our district will be “Rainbows”.    Each member is asked to bring a donation for the basket depicting the theme of “Rainbows”  Need to bring items no later than April 24.   It would be good to begin collecting them at the next meeting to see what we have and what we need.    The basket is being donated by S. Secretary and is in the shape of a Star.
• Donation for the Walk-A-Thon will be discussed at the next meeting.
• Remember to work on the 2013 March calendar.  A fund raiser for Grand Chapter.
• The replacement for Secret Pals will be to bring a card(s)addressed for someone to the meetings to give a word of encouragement or just a warm “hello”.  They can be signed or anonymous.   For someone who attends regularly or someone who you would like to send encouragement  to.  
• We will discuss “Secret Santas” at another time.

NEW BUSINESS

• On a motion by RWS Bonnie C., second by WS Marge and carried, the chapter will have a lottery tree at the Share Booth on Broome Chenango Field Day.    Members are asked to bring lottery tickets for the tree.    S. Linda has a tree.
• S. Secretary read the BC Stars meeting information.   Sign up sheets are on the secretary’s desk.  Past Matrons and Patrons and Past Grand Officers will not be getting individual invitations.  Pick one up tonight.   
• The chapter has been asked to assist Lafayette Chapter with their refreshments following their official visit of the DDGM and DGL on April 4.   It appears that we will have at least a car load attending.    They also have asked if the chapter can supply an officer for Asst Marshal, and the Secretary.     S. Linda will serve as Asst Marshal and S. Secretary will sit in the Secretary’s chair.
• Easter Egg Hunt is March 30 at East River Road School.   On a motion by RWS Bonnie C., second by Carol Sue and carried, the chapter will pay ½ the cost of the Easter candy to the Lodge.     There will be a breakfast at the Masonic Hall on March 30 from 7:00am to 10:00 am.
• Master Masons will be honored at our next meeting which will begin with a covered dish dinner.    On a motion by the S. Secretary, seconded by S. Wanda and carried, the chapter will donate $75.00 to the Masonic Research Lab in honor of Eastern Light Lodge #26

COMMUNICATIONS

·         Purple Club spring dinner has been cancelled because it falls on Good Friday.

·         S. Secretary reported that the chapter has received the Grand Chapter 2013 Roster

·         The home is still looking for Bingo prizes.  The WM is collecting them and after the next meeting will send them to the home.  A list of suggestions is on the web site or at the at the secretary’s desk.

·         It’s not too late to sign up for the GM’s cruise to Bermuda.   Info on the secretary’s desk.

·         Invitation to Zuleika Temple No. 9 for their St. Patrick/spring wreath making class with Sue Rambo from Gardening Forever.    Make your reservation with RWS Marion tonight as the class is this coming Sunday, the 17th.

·         Invitation to FHHM Official Visit of the GM and GP on Saturday, April 6.  If interested in any of the official visits, please see S. Secretary

·         Invitation to Onondaga Official Visit of GM and GP on April 20.

·         Invitation to Cortland-Madison visit of GM and GP on April 3.

·         Invitation to Otsego-Schoharie and Delaware Sullivan Districts Official Visit of the GM and GP on May 3.

·         Request for donations to the GP’s journal.   We will send our usual $5.00 for a booster line.

BILLS OF THE EVENING

                        Grand Patron’s Journal booster line                            $   5.00

                        Masonic Research Lab                                                   75.00

RECEIPTS OF THE EVENING

·         GOO                                                                           $26.00

·         Dues                                                                              30.00

 

Courtesies of the Easter were extended to 4 past grand officers, and 2 past matrons and patrons.

Attendance award was won by S Ellen.

 

Birthdays were recognized for February and March.    Feb were RW Bonnie and RW Vonnie and March was the WM.

 

Next Meeting reminders:   We will have a Covered Dish Dinner at 6:00pm.   The refreshment committee will provide dessert.   S. Linda will provide beverage.   The WM will provide table service for all.   Wear your Easter Bonnet.    The altar will be draped.   Officers read your ritual.  No jeans please.

 

WM’s words/thoughts of the evening:

If you experience a problem and need help of any kind, please call the WM or S. Secretary so that the Chapter may help you or we can procure help for you from Grand Chapter.

 

Pajama’s origins lie in the breezy loungewear of the Near East and the Indian Subcontinent, having been worn in that part of the world for centuries.  The word comes from the Persian word “payjama” meaning “leg garment” and originally simply referred to a pair of loose men’ trousers tied around the waist..  The loose-fitting, breezy style of these garments helped wearers stay cool in the hot climate of that region.  Like so many things, the British imperialists in the area brought pajamas back home and began utilizing them as “men’s sleepwear” in the late 1800s.

 

Respectfully submitted

            Yvonne Cobb, Secy