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MANCHESTER TN CHAPTER 339
 ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR

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News & Events:

Sm_Star June 9th, 2009
We all enjoyed a good supper. If you weren't there, you missed a very good Hot Slaw Salad that Larry made for us. The ingredients - cabbage, green peppers, tomatoes, onions, vinegar (Larry said he used apple cider vinegar), sugar, salt, pepper, and Tabasco sauce. Thank you to our Pro-Temps, thank you from Good Samaritan for our food donations, from Coffee County DeMolay for our ad for their conclave program, and from Sue & Lester for our thoughts and prayers. Peggy presented us with an Educational instruction on the connection of the square and triangle and how Rob Morris integrated them into the OES in 1850. Sue H. presented an Educational instruction regarding the conducting of Chapter business. Kim told us about a free diabetes seminar to be held June 25th from 6 PM to 7:30 PM at 482 Interstate Drive. The Diabetes Nutrition Workshop is to be led by a Certified Diabetes Educator/Dietician. You should attend if you are a diabetic, or if you have a family member/friend that is diabetic you should encourage them to attend. There will be a clinic for the Crippled Children's Hospital on June 13th.

Sm_Star May 12th, 2009
The Hillsboro Lodge is getting ready for their annual BBQ & Yard Sale. Our help will be appreciated. Set-up will begin Wednesday the 3rd. Betty Belvin, one of our Past Matrons, passed away. Sue V.'s mother also passed away. Our sympathy goes to both families.

Sm_Star April 14th, 2009
Everyone was pleased with our new location. The WP wants everyone to have a fun year. Please bring a can of food to each meeting for donation to Good Samaritan and save your can tabs for Ronald McDonald House.

Sm_Star March 10th, 2009
We enjoyed a good meal and good fellowship before our meeting started. We are excited to begin our new year at the Hillsboro Lodge, starting with our Installation of Officers on the 28th. Ronnie was in the hospital but is okay. Peggy is selling pink bracelets for breast cancer. We were glad to have a past member re-affiliate with our chapter.

Sm_Star February 28th, 2009
Friendship Night - Everyone enjoyed the variety of supper dishes. We were glad so many could come and enjoy the fellowship with us. We had fun playing for several prizes in the bingo games.

Sm_Star February 10th, 2009
Dwight has been appointed Chairman of the Masonic Relations and Masonic Charities Committee of the Grand Chapter. Ronnie has been appointed to the Health Committee of the Grand Chapter and Patty has been selected as Personal Page for the Worthy Grand Matron. We congratulate the three of you. The craft fair committee has determined that it is not feasible at this time to have a craft fair. Don't forget our Initiation the 21st, the School of Instruction the 28th, and our Friendship meeting also on the 28th. We will be making a donation to Project Graduation, Coffee County Central High School, and to the Hospitality Room for Grand Chapter. We will also be taking an ad in the DeMolay Conclave calendar to honor Shane, who is the DeMolay State Master Councilor. A donation has also been made to the Coffee County Autism and Aspergers Support Group. Please remember Roger's grandson in your prayers. He will be having surgery March 12th. We were glad Roger was able to come to our meeting and bring pictures of his handsome little grandson. Roger is doing well after his surgery. We enjoyed our meeting and covered dish supper before our meeting. Hope we see you at our March meeting. It will be our last one at Manchester Lodge. Starting with our April meeting our Chapter will meet at the Hillsboro Masonic Lodge #382, 7790 Hillsboro Hwy., Hillsboro, TN 37342.

Sm_Star January 13th, 2009
We were glad to see our attending members and enjoyed the covered dish supper and fellowship. We received a thank you card from Good Samaritan for the Chapter's food donation. We missed Roger at this meeting. He is home recuperating from surgery. Della C. is not well. Please remember her in your prayers. We extend our sympathy to the family of Donna Best. We were glad to see Bonnie P. at this meeting. Our Chapter's Friendship meeting will start at 5:00 P.M. on February 28th. Bring your family and join us for some fun and games. The meeting will be informal. Also, bring food and a gift for the bingo games.

Sm_Star December 9th, 2008
Canned and boxed food was brought by our members to donate to Good Samaritan. A good supper and fellowship was enjoyed by all before the meeting began. We have received several thank you and appreciation cards regarding our Official Visit, along with several Christmas cards. We received a thank you from Coffee County Children's Advocacy Center for a donation made to them. Plans for the craft fair are moving along nicely. Cara is taking books to Westwood and Hillsboro Elementary Schools. February 1st is the deadline for getting information to the Grand Committee so don't delay in getting your info in. Sue & Orvel are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on January 3rd with a renewal of their vows. Larry expressed his appreciation for our Chapter's help during his year of being Worshipful Master of Hillsboro Lodge 214. Jerry Bartlett will be the 2009 W.M. of the lodge. We welcomed Lloyd as a new dual-member from Tullahoma. Don't forget to check the calendar for upcoming events.

Sm_Star November 11th, 2008
2009 dues of $20.00 are due by January 31st. If you have not paid your 2008 dues of $10.00 please do so as soon  as possible, but no later than Feb. 15, 2009.  Ronnie S. repeated the Obligation. The Widows and Orphans Dinner will be November 23rd at 1:30 at the Hillsboro Lodge. We were glad that Bonnie P. was able to attend. She was in an auto accident the 26th of October. There will be a proficiency test on initiatory work December 6th at our Chapter. Call Sue H. for more info. Betty W. is home and is doing well.

Sm_Star November 1st, 2008
Official Visit - We started with a delicious dinner at 5:30. The meeting began at 7:00 and there were numerous finger foods after the meeting. We were blessed to have 104 members in attendance. There were 5 Grand Officers, 4 Past Grand Matrons, 4 Past Grand Patrons, 7 Appointed Grand Officers, 3 Grand Representatives, 4 Grand Instructors, 4 Grand Committee members, and a General Grand Chapter Committee member present. Everyone enjoyed the fellowship. Ronnie S. received the Appreciation Award. Alton Morris was present to receive his 50 year pin from the Worthy Grand Matron. Evelyn L. and Vera P., also awarded 50 year pins, were absent.

Sm_Star October 14th, 2008
Kim F. gave a short talk on flu shots for our health education. The craft fair was brought up but the committee has not yet met. Aretta D. passed away. Betty G. and Dottie E. are not feeling well. Our Chapter extended sympathy to Glenda S. of Winchester Chapter on the death of a grandson. Tracey H. announced the Advocacy Center is selling Kids Helping Kids 2009 calendars for $10.00. They are available at US Bank, American City Bank, and the Advocacy Center. The Advocacy Center is also sponsoring a talent contest in January 2009.

Sm_Star September 9th, 2008
Larry P., Worshipful Master of Hillsboro Lodge, asked for our Chapter's help at the fair booth. Ronnie S. directed the Obligation for our education. We had a thank you card from Nancy W. regarding the passing of her father. Her mother, Betty W. was in the hospital then the rehabilitation center for a broken hip. While she was in the rehab center her husband (also Nancy's father), Wendy, passed away. The Charter was draped in honor of Tommy B., who served as a Past Patron and in 2007 was a Grand Committee member. Tommy was also a member of the Winchester OES. R. Bowden, Grand Instructor attended our meeting. A committee for our Official Visit was appointed. It was decided not to have a yard sale in November.

Sm_Star August 12th, 2008
Bruce R. thanked our Chapter for our donation to the Lupus Foundation which we gave in memory of his wife, Anne. The new Book of Instructions now cost $3.00.

Sm_Star July 8th, 2008
We extend sympathy to Cathy P. upon the passing away of her Mother.

Sm_Star June 10th, 2008
Our W.G.M., Jane, is appointing members of 3 or less years that are very active in O.E.S. as Lady Bug Leaders.
The O.E.S. and Scottish Rite bodies are joining together to help autistic children.
Through the efforts of Peggy, our Chapter will be hosting a blood drive at the Manchester Highland Rim Lodge on Wednesday, July 2nd from 2:30 PM until 7:30 PM. We urge everyone to come and donate blood to the American Red Cross. You must be 18 years of age and weigh at least 110 pounds.
Nicole is volunteering her time for the Humane Society this weekend, accepting donations at the entrance gate to the Bonnaroo event. Nicole also told us that we are welcome to volunteer our help with the Humane Society pet adoptions that are held  April through September on the 3rd Saturday of each month at the Coffee County/Manchester animal shelter in Manchester. Please contact the Humane Society for information.
Shane invited us to attend his installation to the office of State Master Counselor of TN DeMolay on Saturday, July 12th at the Al Menah Shrine Temple. There will be a banquet starting at 6:00 PM., RSVP by June  25th. Contact Shane for tickets or more info. The program and installation will follow the banquet with a dance after the installation. Cost is $25.00 per person. Shane also thanked everyone who has supported and continues to support his efforts in DeMolay, both on the local and state levels of activities.
One of Shane's projects as State Master Counselor will be to sponsor a Silent Auction at the Southeastern Shrine Association held August 6-10 at the Al Menah Shrine Center. All proceeds from the auction will be donated to the Shrine Hospitals for Children. They will accept cash donations which will be used to procure items for the auction. Auction donations can also include individual items and theme-based gift baskets. Please contact Shane for any more information.
Ronnie suggested our Chapter have a bake sale/yard sale this fall at the Manchester Highland Rim Lodge.
Larry thanked everyone for donations, purchases, and help with the Hillsboro Lodge annual BBQ and yard sale.
Everyone complimented and thanked Kim for the article she prepared for the Manchester Times on the O.E.S. which was published in the May 28th issue of the paper.
Nancy was presented the Chapter Honor Award for her 2007/2008 year.
As this Saturday is Flag Day, Patty read about the folding of the flag and explained what each fold represents. She also read a very nice tribute to fathers as Sunday is Father's Day.
Larry & Roger reminded us about the upcoming Hillsboro Lodge annual Fish Fry on Saturday, August 9th and urged everyone to come out and eat supper and enjoy the fellowship.
We were also reminded about attending the Southern Middle TN Line Officers meeting in Pulaski on the 3rd Sundays at 3 PM.
We were all very sad to learn that Paul Dotson from Winchester passed away last week. Let's keep Aretta, his wife, in our prayers as she is not well. Paul and Aretta were frequent visitors to our Chapter and several other Chapters as well. Paul was very highly thought of, as is Aretta.
Also, please keep Rosa and Linda E. in your prayers as they are not well.

Sm_Star May 13th, 2008
There were several visitors and members at our meeting that we were glad to see.  Several of our Chapter members had attended the funeral service for Ann Rogan, GI, in Murfreesboro.  Ann was a member of Murfreesboro Chapter 363. Roger told us the Shrine paper drive went well and thanked the Chapter ladies that helped. Our Chapter voted to donate to the Lupus Foundation and Children's Advocacy. Larry told us about the Hospital Day coming up this Sunday at the Shrine Hospital in Lexington KY and about the Shrine Arch Ceremony coming up in October in Nashville. The Hillsboro Lodge is having their annual yard sale and BBQ on June 5th, 6th, and 7th and hope to have another great turn out. The tent will be put up Wednesday and items arranged early Thursday so come on out and help if you can. Also the craft fair committee is progressing with the details of holding a craft fair in 2009 in Hillsboro. Carolyn's mother passed away. Sue H. and Ronnie S.'s brother-in-law's twin brother passed away. Tracey's grandfather is ill. Melissa's father-in-law is ill. Kim's grandson and Peggy and Floyd's great grandson, Shane, came through his surgery and is doing okay. He is expected to be in the hospital about a week. Hazel's brother-in-law has cancer. Patty's aunt is ill. Cathy and Larry's grandson, Levi, underwent surgery last week. Levi was able to come home the same day he had the surgery and is doing great. I guess everyone is aware of Eddie Arnold passing away. He and his wife were members of Madison-East Nashville Chapter 1. Sue B., Mason Hall 395, was in a car wreck. Please keep O.E.S. members and their families in your prayers.

Sm_Star April 8th, 2008
We enjoyed seeing our visitors and our new member. Thoughts and prayers have been with Sue and Ronnie and their families, whose father, Louis, passed away.  Brother James Brewer, PGP, from Rock City Chapter 2 passed away.  A covered dish dinner was enjoyed by all before our meeting began. REMEMBER - our meeting time has changed to 7:00 P.M. with a covered dish at 6:00 P.M. starting in May.  We are giving a donation to Skills Development Center. Roger reminded us we have 58 days until the Hillsboro Lodge's annual yard sale. Betsy mentioned the upcoming District 11 Meeting in Lynchburg on April 26.

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March 11th, 2008
Several visitors came to this meeting, with one being from Texas who has moved to our area. We learned that Ronnie's father is very ill and in the hospital and that Larry & Cathy's youngest son-in-law had a heart attack last month.  Roger announced the birth of a grandson, born 3-10-08. Sue donated some books to an elementary school in Manchester.  Shane informed us of a silent auction to be held by DeMolay in August or September (we will post the exact date when we have it) with proceeds to go to a Shrine Hospital.  Mason & O.E.S. members were invited to go to the Coffee County Children's Advocacy Center to learn about their program and tour the building on 2-28. Due to a crisis at the Center the tour was not held but we went to a local restaurant to learn about the program. Thanks go to Cathy for this news.

Sm_Star March 1st, 2008 - Friendship Night
We enjoyed a gathering of about 40 for our Friendship Night, with members of 4 other Chapters joining us along with several children and relatives of members. Good food and fun was had by all. New photos have been added to the Photos page album. Thanks to Peggy for this news and the photos.

Sm_Star February 12th,2008
Due to illness, we had several pro-temps. As most of you know, I was not present for the February meeting or our Friendship Night, and will not be able to attend our March meeting. If anyone wants to email me with any more news of the meetings, I will appreciate it greatly. A donation for  Project Graduation was made to Central High School in Manchester. A donation was given for an ad for Conclave to DeMolay. We are to have a photo taken at our Installation for that ad. Also, a donation to Grand Chapter for the Courtesy & Hospitality room, the Health Committee, and the 2008 calendar ad. Did you know Gloria and Almeda both now live at Autumn Oaks in Manchester? Thank you Cathy for the update in this news.

Sm_Star January 8th, 2008
We are happy to see our Chapter growing. A picture was taken for the calendar. We enjoyed our out of town visitors. Betty G. had cataract surgery yesterday (the 7th). We were saddened to hear Jim A. has cancer and wish the best for him & Sharon. We were also saddened to learn Cheryl Hooper passed away. Thank you Peggy for this news.

Sm_Star December 11th, 2007
A reminder to take food to Tracey by next Tuesday, the 18th, and a reminder for the Christmas party for the nursing home on the 20th. The before meeting shower for Tracey and Brad and the covered dish supper was greatly enjoyed by all. Our Dinner Dance (renamed the Harvest Dance) was a success and we appreciate all those who attended. It has been decided to have refreshments next month starting at 6:30, before the meeting, and forego the after meeting refreshments so that we may leave earlier.  Because of an Initiation at our January meeting there will be a practice at 6:00 and refreshments will be between the practice and the meeting.

Sm_Star November 11th, 2007
Don't forget the Dinner Dance this Saturday. Dinner will start at 6:00 with dancing and a silent auction following. If you need directions to the dance, please contact our Secretary. Everyone enjoyed the meeting and the refreshments afterward. We have a new recipe and photos. Don't forget to check the calendar for events and see you at the dance!

Sm_Star October 27, 2007 Official Visit
Our Official Visit was held at the Hillsboro Lodge. Our Lodge brothers have worked very hard on their new lodge and although they have not gotten all their plans completed, the Lodge is beautiful. We sincerely appreciated being able to hold our banquet and meeting there. Be sure to look at the new photos, courtesy of Peggy, that have been added to our Photos page. The banquet, featuring brisket, was catered by the award winning Weddingtons of Spice Boys BBQ and was enjoyed by about 100 members and visitors before the meeting began. The theme of the evening was frogs and Noah's Ark animals. After the meeting everyone was treated to a "froggy bag" containing snacks to enjoy on the way home. We were honored to have so many friends come to our Official Visit and banquet.

Sm_Star October 9, 2007
Halloween fun was had by our members and several visitors (see Photos). Costumes were worn and Halloween music played. The chili supper and Halloween treat bags were enjoyed by all. Larry announced the 2007 Al Menah Shrine Circus will be at the Calsonic Arena in Shelbyville on Tuesday, October 23 at 4:30 & 7:30 P.M. For more info on the circus visit the Calsonic Arena's website.  On October 20th Tullahoma will celebrate the 150th Anniversary of their Lodge.

Sm_Star September 11, 2007
This turned out to be a short meeting. A donation is being made to the Shriners Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky in honor of our WGM & WGP. Kim reported the Grand Chapter Health Committee is asking for donations of old eye-glasses, cell phones, and hearing aides. All subordinate chapters are asked to contribute. Also the Dinner Dance on November 17th was again discussed.

Sm_Star August 13, 2007
We were glad to see so many members and visitors, including a dual member that now lives in Chattanooga. We were reminded about the Dinner Dance coming up in November. It is hoped everyone will attend. New invitations have been put on the calendar. Are you getting ready for the Coffee Country Fair? It is only 4 short weeks away. Our brother Masons will appreciate anyone volunteering their help with the food booth. And please come to the practices in Hillsboro.

Sm_Star July 10, 2007
There was a nice turn-out for this meeting with several visitors.  We started early with a Proficiency Test. We were glad to see our Chapter continue to grow.  Samantha, a member of Rainbow, gave a presentation regarding the Rainbow organization after our meeting.  We were saddened to learn that a member, Annabelle, had passed away. Several invitations were received and are listed on our new calendar. The picnic August 25th seems as though it will be a fun time for all.

Sm_Star June 12,2007
Our chapter will increase in July.

Sm_Star May 8th, 2007
A good meeting was enjoyed by all.  We have a few notes for you.  The first is on Gloria.  As you probably know, she is in an assisted living facility here.  We are sure she would appreciate a visit or card.  Please attend the Hillsboro Lodge Annual BBQ & Yard Sale June the 1st and 2nd.  They have held their last meeting in their old quarters and are now in their new building, which is the location of the BBQ & Yard Sale.  Tabby, Roger's wife, had eye surgery and we all hope she is doing well.  Some good news reported on Larry & Cathy's grandchild, Levi.  According to Cathy, Levi is doing great after his last surgery and is already weighing in at 16 + pounds.  Also, Cathy's father is now able to drive (remember he fell from a ladder!)  Sue (PGM) thanked everyone for their support during the last 4 years.  She has thanked us all along, though :)  We think she did a "grand" job in her last office!  We are also hosting a pot luck dinner at the Manchester Lodge the 22nd to honor our  Masonic brothers.  Thanks to Cathy for her help in the news this month.

Sm_Star April 10th, 2007
We enjoyed welcoming a new member into our Chapter.  We also enjoyed the company of several visitors.  Bonnie was given a cake for her 83rd birthday which was the 9th.  We received a Thank You for a donation made.  Cathy & Larry's grandson, Levi, is out of the hospital but will be going back soon to get tubes put in his ears.  And Cathy's father is at home and recuperating faster than expected .  We received several invitations to visit other Chapters.

Sm_Star March 13th, 2007
We had a very good meeting.  We wish our new elective officers good luck.  Cathy & Larry's grandson, Levi, is back in the hospital.  Also, Cathy's father fell from a ladder and broke a leg in 2 places.  Our best wishes to both Levi and his great-grandfather.  Don't forget the open installation of Officers the 17th.

Sm_Star February 27th, 2007
Our Chapter continues to grow.  Everyone enjoyed the evening.

Sm_Star February 17th, 2007
The Memory Lane Dinner Dance went well although we feel the bad weather may have prevented a larger attendance.  Larry & Cathy's grandson is out of the hospital and doing well.

Sm_Star January 9th, 2007
We are glad to see our Chapter growing.  Our Chapter was saddened by the death of Harvey and also by the news that the grandson of Larry & Cathy is back in the hospital.

Sm_Star December  12th, 2006

Sm_Star November 14th, 2006
1-6 Columbia Chapter Friendship & Reception (Kenneth Eubank - Grand Chaplain)
1-13 Pulaski Chapter Friendship & Reception (Carolyn Binford - Grand Organist)
1-29 Manchester Chapter Friendship & Reception (Ronnie & Pat Sullivan & Peggy)
Initiation 1-12 Friday night Covered Dish 6:00
Initiation Regular Jan. meeting Pizza 6:00
1-17 Memory Lane Dinner Dance 6:00 VFW Building on Shelton Rd.
2-11 Dickson Chapter Friendship Meeting

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Sm_Star August 8th, 2006
Our visitors included a McMinnville Chapter member.  Members Florence Washam and Mary Clark have passed away.

Sm_Star July 11th, 2006
Bingo at the nursing home had 32 participants.  Reminders:  Shower for Tabitha 9-17 at 2:00, Tabitha & Chris's wedding on 10-7 and the Hillsboro Fish Fry on 8-12 at the Hillsboro Lodge.  Deaths:  Cassandra Barrett and Al's daughter (grave-side service Saturday at 11:00 at Rose Hill Cemetery).

Sm_Star June 13th, 2006

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Sm_Star April 11th, 2006
We were glad to have so many visitors.  The Chapter is glad to support the Rainbow, DeMolay, and Project Graduation.  Roger announced that the Hillsboro Lodge is having their annual BBQ & Yard Sale the first weekend in June.

Sm_Star March 14th, 2006
We are glad to see our Chapter growing.  We enjoyed a covered-dish dinner before the meeting began.  Bonnie was able to attend and serve.  She has to wear a patch over her eye to help keep out any infection.  Nancy also attended although she has a badly sprained ankle.  We were glad to have several visitors.  We learned there were 77 members/visitors with us for the School of Instruction and 60 for Friendship Night & Honoring Betsy and Larry.  Please see the Officers page, by clicking the link at top of this page, to see the newly elected officers and don't forget our open Installation of Officers ceremony on March 25th.

Sm_Star February 14th, 2006
Our 2/14 meeting held a beautiful surprise.  Our OES carpet had arrived from California and was on the floor.  We were glad to see several visitors.  The Chapter learned of Louise Murphy's death.  Louise was a 50+ year member of the Chapter.  She served as Worthy Matron and was very active in the Chapter.  Louise will be missed by all.  The Chapter received a thank you note from the Coffee County Children's Advocacy Center.  All were glad to see Bonnie at our meeting.   Bonnie told us she is having treatments on her eye, which we hope will dissolve the tumor.  Everyone looked very festive in their St. Valentine's red.
Don't forget the covered dish dinner in honor of Betsy, Grand Instructor and Larry, Grand Committee Member on February 25th at 5:30 P.M.  The PM & PP Meeting will be at Shelbyville on February 26th at 4 P.M.  March 3rd at 7 P.M. we will have our School of Instruction at Manchester Lodge.  Our March 14th meeting will be busy as we will be initiating Cory and Brianna and having our election of officers.  Be there at 6 P.M. to eat before the meeting begins.  We will be having an open Tea for Sue on April 8th from 3 to 5 P.M.  May 20th at 6 P.M. the District Lodge Meeting will be held in Murfreesboro at the Mt. Moriah Lodge.  Cost is $8.00.  June 2nd & 3rd the Hillsboro Lodge will be having their annual yard sale and BBQ, which is their major fund raiser for the year, at their Lodge.

Sm_Star January 10th, 2006
Our WM & WP were at the hospital with their grandson who was born several weeks early and weighed 3 lbs. 1 oz.  It seems he has a heart chamber that is open and surgery will be done as soon as possible.  It seems Bonnie found out Monday that she has a malignant mass behind the iris of her left eye.  Our AWP is also having some heart problems and will be undergoing more medical tests.  We were all very saddened to hear of Cathy & Larry's grandson's, Bonnie's, and Ronnie's illnesses.
There were 9 on the side.  Kim, who is on the Health Committee, presented information on drug interactions and how important it is to know about your prescriptions and the interactions they can have that may cause complications.  It was decided we will have a bake-less bake sale.  Saturday the 25th of February we will have a covered dish dinner at 5:30 to honor Larry and Betsy.  This will also be our Friendship night.
The PM & PP meeting for January will be in Fayetteville the 4th Sunday.

Sm_Star December 13th, 2005
We had a good meeting the 12/13.  There were 21 on the side.  Our guests included two members from Australia.  It was decided to donate needed items and/or funds to the Haven of Hope in our area for Christmas.
In December, in lieu of the regular bingo, we will be giving a Christmas party for the residents on  Monday the 5th, at 6 P.M., .
We will be having a covered dish Christmas dinner at our December 13th meeting starting at 6:00 P.M.
Pictures will be taken to be included in the calendar.

Sm_Star November 2006
Saturday morning, November 19th, beginning at 10 A.M. we will be getting the food donations together for our Thanksgiving families with delivery to be made later that day.
Memory Lane Dinner Dance - November 12, 2005 at the Ada Wright Center, Manchester City Park on Woodland St. from 6 to 10 P.M.  We hope you will attend.

Sm_Star October 2006
We are glad to see our Chapter growing.
The annual Hayride at the Hastings is scheduled for October 29th.  It will start at 5:00 P.M..  For more info contact our Worthy Matron or Secretary.  We hope you will come and enjoy an evening of fun with us.

Sm_Star September 2006
Our Official Visit on Saturday, September 17th was enjoyed by all.