Brethren-

Attached is this year's Inspection schedule.

I have been in touch with most of the officers to let them know that I expect them to attend at least 3 inspections each. If/when I have time, I will submit this list again, with Lodge addresses, so that our younger members will be able to find a Lodge close to home.

Please note that the first Inpection takes place on Monday, January 5, right at the Temple. I plan to attend.

As I mentioned at Stated last night, it would be great to pick up the Traveling Gavel one time this year. I look forward to seeing many familiar faces throughout the Inspection season.

Fraternally,
Steve

Anyone interested?

If we put together 2 teams, I'd like to see the east-siders up against the west-siders.

Steve

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Christmas Reservations

Brethren-   Reservations have NOT come in for this event.  I MUST hear from you; we can't make assumptions about who will and won't show up, and we can't have surprises on December 6.   Please give me your RSVP, your count, and the ages and genders of all children attending.   Thanks, and Happy Thanksgiving,   Steve   P.S.  Don't forget that Officer Installation will be held next Wednesday, December 3.  This will be an open installation.  SDD

Sweethearts Night

Brethren-   Please be aware that the Syndicate is making staffing plans for our Sweethearts Night party next Saturday night, November 1.   The deadline for making your reservation was yesterday, October 24.  If you plan to go, please let me know ASAP.   Thanks, Steve 235-6957

FC Degree Tomorrow

Brethren-   Please come out and support your Officers tomorrow night, Wednesday, October 22.   We will be holding an FC degree, and all officers are moving up.  JW Eric Kahn will give the lecture, and SS Ernie Brown will do the charge.   Dinner will be served at 6:15; Lodge opens at 7:15.   See you there, Steve   P.S.  Get your RSVP in for Sweethearts Night ASAP; we need to hear from you TODAY.

October Stated Meeting TOMORROW

Brethren-   I look forward to seeing you all again this Wednesday, October 15.   Please be aware:   1) We'll be passing around the sign-up sheet for the Salvation Army Kettle Day, which is November 22.  We'll be selecting a centrally-located kettle; please be ready to at least sign up.  If you know the hours you'd like to volunteer, that would be a big help.   2) The Sportswear Committee is ready with the 2008 Collection.  Come ready to place your order for short-sleeve and long-sleeve polos, sweaters, vests, and half-zip sweatshirts.  We hope to turn in orders in November and have everything back for the December Stated Meeting.   3) The invitation and reply card are out for Sweetheart's Night: November 1.  I'll be able to take your RSVP tomorrow night (or any time).   See you tomorrow, Steve Douglas

Bert Baloun in Jewish Hospital

Brethren and Friends-   I was notified tonight that Bert is in the hospital tonight after having suffered what turns out to have been a mild heart attack.   He is currently too weak to receive visitors; we'll keep you posted.   Please keep Elaine in your thoughts and prayers.   Best, Steve