Grand Chapter - Day 1

Day 1 of the On the Wings of Love session.

Grand Chapter - Day One

The Call to Order for the Informal Opening was given by Susan L. Collins PGM and Donald I. Chamberlain PGP.

The session began with the Drill Team forming various shapes honoring this year's Grand Officer's symbols and messages.  The drill team has been performing for 20 years.  Their director Sandy Griswold is always looking for new members.

This years special project 'The Make-A-Wish Foundation' was a huge success with about $20,000 being presented to their director. Money was raised through chapter donations, collections and the gift basket raffle.

A variety of flags were presented for tribute by the Drill Team. A tribute to the Rainbow flag was given by Sister Hannah Reen, one of our newest members.

Following the formal opening many distinguished were received in the East, including Elizabeth H. Bordeaux, Worthy Grand Chaplain, Karen K. Price, Eastern Star Journal, Barbara E. Wheaton, Public Relations Committee, Ronald F.  Boudreau, Shrine Charities. A fine and very long line of Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons were heartily welcomed by all.

Nominations were held for the Grand Officers for 2011 - 2012.

Following the 'A Wing and A Prayer' Banquet hosted by the Grand Represenatives' Association the Friday Evening Reception was held in the Grand Ballroom. Aptly hosted by the comedy duo of Joanne T. Keyler, PGM and Calvin K. Keyler, PGP.  The members of the Grand Family were introduced and each had a special wish shared with the audience.  Members of the Masonic Appendant Bodies were introduced and the Worshipful Grand Master spoke briefly.  Winning numbers for the  many gift baskets were drawn. The evening concluded with entertainment by the JCH Duo and refreshments were provided by Districts 6 and 1.