Category: Clubs

HCRSPA Scholarship Winners

new officers and scholarship winners 006The Henderson County Retired School Personnel Association is proud to select this years scholarship winners. (TOP) They are, top row from left, Matthew Smiley of Brownsboro HS; Michael Silvey of Malakoff HS; Kaitlynn Kirkland and Jamila Murray of Athens HS. On the bottom row are their sponsors, Laurie Boze, Malakoff HS Counselor; Brandon Jones, Brownsboro HS Principal; and Thelma Griffin, Athens HS Counselor. Not shown is Mary Hamilton of Eustace HS. (BOTTOM) Along with our winners and their sponsors were some of their families to help celebrate this special occasion. Congratulations to our winners.

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Masonic Youth Rainbow Girls Install Officers

Pictured are, from left, Katie Schaefer, Tara Trimmins, Michelle Sanderford, Shelby McGallian, Cheryl Haston (Grand Worthy Advisor), Jennifer Haston (Grand Faith), Mrs. Tonya Currey (Mother Advisor), Carrie Currey (Grand Texas Flag Bearer), Emily Currey, and Samantha Ramos.
Pictured are, from left, Katie Schaefer, Tara Trimmins, Michelle Sanderford, Shelby McGallian, Cheryl Haston (Grand Worthy Advisor), Jennifer Haston (Grand Faith), Mrs. Tonya Currey (Mother Advisor), Carrie Currey (Grand Texas Flag Bearer), Emily Currey, and Samantha Ramos.

Rainbow Girls press release

The Gun Barrel City Masonic Youth Rainbow Girls installed new officers on June 14. As something unique this term, two girls will share presiding as Worthy Advisor–Shelby McGallian and Michelle Sanderford. The theme for the term is “Frozen.” The motto is “Let It Go and Love;” colors are pale blue, silver, and white; song, “Let It Go;” mascot, Snowflake; and scripture is “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”–Deuteronomy 31:6. Michelle Sanderford was installed in the office of Worthy Associate Advisor, Tara Trimmins in Charity, and Kayla Rife was elected to the office of Hope. Shelby McGallian was installed as Chaplain; and Samantha Ramos, Emily Currey, and Katie Schaefer were respectively appointed to the offices of Religion (orange), Nature (yellow), and Immortality (green), corresponding to colors of the Rainbow. Mrs. Tonya Currey serves as Mother Advisor. Mr. George Heitman was again appointed as Rainbow Dad. All the girls received awards recognizing their service hours and memory work. It was a lovely Installation Ceremony that was preceded by sandwiches, chips, blue punch, blue Jell-O, blue candy brittle, and cupcakes. The Banquet Hall was decorated in light blue and white table covers, snow- and icicle-covered tree branches, and diamond jewels; and the guests were given “snowman-making kits” of marshmallows and pretzel sticks.

Installing Officers for the ceremony were: Installing Officer, Carrie Currie (Grand Texas Flag Bearer); Installing Recorder, Mrs. Lucy Gray (Board Chair); Installing Chaplain, Jennifer Haston (Grand Faith); Installing Marshal, Cheryl Haston (Grand Worthy Advisor); and Installing Musician, Mrs. Donna Dean (Grand Deputy).

Another highlight of this special day was an Honor Program for Carrie, who has represented the Assembly and Texas Rainbow this year as Grand Texas Flag Bearer. The Pledge group was also excited to welcome a new Pledge, Liza Eads–a wonderful conclusion to the busy day. Continue reading “Masonic Youth Rainbow Girls Install Officers”

SLIDESHOW: Cornerstone Leveling

At the Henderson County Courthouse Centennial celebration, the Athens Masonic Lodge with the assistance of the Grand Lodge of Texas performed a reenactment of the leveling of the cornerstone just like it was done 100 years ago.

Pinnacle Women’s Club Installs Officers

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New officers for the Pinnacle Women’s Club were installed at their May meeting.  The theme, “Pumps and Pearls,” was carried out with spring flowers and colorful umbrellas, and members were encouraged to wear high heel pump shoes and pearls. The luncheon of  Spring Salad, Chicken Crepes and Lemon Tarts was enjoyed by all.

The installation Ceremony was conducted by the current officers.  Each officer for 2014-15, was made cognizant of the  responsibility of her office by the  past officers.  President  Gail Fankhauser addressed the duties of president, and passed the gavel to incoming President Jean Alexander. Janet Erwin was installed as vice-president; Charlene Richard, treasurer; Debbie Ellsworth, secretary.

Jean Alexander stated that she was honored to be elected as this year’s PWC President. Four new programs will be introduced this year: Mentoring Program for New Members; Art classes, Cooking Classes and hosted Social Events.

The Board of Directors  for the year will be: Pam Davis, Communications;  Rebecca Brisendine, Fundraising; Bernie Quickel, Member Services; Marlene Ungarean, Philanthropy; Daryl Daniels, Socials; Carol Pinkus, Activities.

Pinnacle Women will spend most of the summer getting ready for the  garage sale on October 9th and 10th at the Pavilion in Mabank. They enjoy giving back to the community through their philanthropic endeavors.

Pictured, from left, are Charlene Richard, Treasurer; Debbie Ellsworth, Secretary; Janet Erwin, Vice President and Jean Alexander, President.