Stated Meeting – June 22nd, 2023
Mt. Hood Lodge No. 32 met on June 22nd at the Barberton Grange for our Stated Communication on the 1st Degree. As is tradition for our June Stated Meetings, we embraced a relaxed Hawaiian shirt theme which created a laid-back atmosphere complemented by soft jazz playing in the background. The Grange buzzed with activity as Brothers socialized…
Stated Meeting – May. 11th, 2023
Mt. Hood Lodge No. 32 met on May 11th at the Barberton Grange for our Stated Communication on the 1st Degree. The Brethren were greeted by a strong gust of cool wind as the air conditioner struggled against the hot May afternoon. Dark suits moved quickly throughout the Grange Hall intent on preparing the Lodge…
Stated Meeting – Apr. 13th, 2023
Mt. Hood Lodge No. 32 met on April 13th at the Barberton Grange for our Stated Communication on the 2nd Degree. It was a memorable evening filled with brotherly fellowship and meaningful discussions and a generous show of support for our Random Act of Kindness fund. The evening began with our traditional half-hour of fellowship,…
Stated Meeting – Mar. 9th, 2023
“You all are too stupid to understand this lecture!”, Brother Alex B. said to the audience, but that’s not how the evening started. While Masonry involves a significant amount of memorization, one key thing to remember for the meeting was the keys to the Grange. Unfortunately, the WM forgot them. By the time the space…
Stated Meeting – Feb. 9th, 2023
Mt. Hood Lodge No. 32 met on February 9th at the Barberton Grange for our Stated Communication on the 1st Degree. Our pillars, recently retrieved from storage, made an impressive sight as Brothers entered the Grange Hall. Once the meal began, the biggest compliment possible was given to OES Henry Wentworth, complete silence. The meal…
Stated Meeting – Jan. 12th, 2023
Mt. Hood Lodge No. 32 met on January 12th at the Barberton Grange for our Stated Communication on the 1st Degree. By 6 PM the hall was filled with about two dozen Brothers and eight members of OES Henry Wentworth. The dining hall was set up in a large rectangle to accommodate WB John F.…
7 Masters Table Lodge – Dec. 8th, 2022
Mt. Hood Lodge No. 32 met on December 8th at the Barberton Grange for our Special Communication to open a Lodge of Entered Apprentices and one of Table Instruction. District 19 holds a special place in the hearts of many Brothers near and far. The fellowship, support, and genuine affection can be easily found at…
Stated Meeting – Nov. 10th, 2022
Mt. Hood Lodge No. 32 met on November 10th at the Barberton Grange for our Stated Communication on the 1st Degree. The table setting provided by O.E.S. Henry Wentworth was patriotic and inviting. In honor of Veteran’s Day, Navy Bean soup was served with red/white/blue jello, cornbread, and pumpkin pie. WB Todd E. provided a…
Stated Meeting – Oct. 13th, 2022
Mt. Hood Lodge No. 32 met on October 13th at the Barberton Grange for our Stated Communication on the 1st Degree. The building was alive with Brother’s reconnecting and sharing laughs early in the evening. As we headed to the dining room, introductions were given, including a special visitation from WB Franklyn G., Worshipful Master of Little…
Stated Meeting – Sept. 8th, 2022
Mt. Hood Lodge No. 32 met on September 8th at the Barberton Grange for our Stated Communication on the 1st Degree. O.E.S. Henry Wentworth provided a delicious meal of Swiss steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and salad. $155 dollars was collected for our Random Act of Kindness (RAK) fund, which was allocated during…