This past weekend we had our first open house in the new Lodge building. Though attendance from the community was less than we had hoped, we still had several folks stop by to say “Hi” and check out the building. The thing that I am most proud about is the number of Brothers and Sisters from the lodge that either worked, or stopped by to support the event. It was incredible to see so many turn out for the event. We did learn a lot, and hope to make this an annual event with even more local vendors showing up and participating. A huge THANK YOU to everybody for your support and encouragement!!
Bottom Row (L-R) Brothers Joey Cline, PM and Earl Jacobs, PM; Brother Wayne Moody, PM and Deb Hooten – Worthy Matron OES 159; OES Memory Table
We also want to thank the local vendors who came out and supported our efforts…
As you can see, they are making some beautiful tiered serving platters – perfect for get togethers, parties, or formal tea’s.
Entertainment was provided by Abracadabra! – who did some absolutely adorable and fascinating balloon twisting.
Bottom Row – Contact information for Abracadabra!
A huge round of thanks goes to Derek Cheek for all of his hard work in putting this event together. His hard work and commitment is so very much appreciated by the Lodge. But, I was a bit concerned at one point. I really thought the stress of the event was getting to him. Take a look at the photo below and make your own decision about that….
Or maybe that was how he was able to see what all of us were doing at the same time. We may never know!!
At the end of our event, we drew the winner of our Ammo Raffle – CONGRATULATIONS goes out to Joe Davenport for winning!!
Anyway – Thanks again to all who participated or stopped by. We really appreciated it and loved talking with everybody. We are already in the planning stages for next year – so hopefully it will be even bigger and better!! Stay tuned for information – hope to see you there!!
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