The 200th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Ohio on October 16-17 in Toledo will bring the Bicentennial celebrations to an end with a “bang.”
There will be a gala fireworks display on Friday night, October 16, in Toledo’s Promenade Park on the banks of the Maumee River and visible for the headquarters hotel. The fireworks will be available at no cost for all in attendance. Various fundraising activities and donations have made the fireworks possible.
The Grand Lodge of Ohio, throughout 2008, observed its Bicentennial year as a Grand Lodge, and in 2009, the 200th Annual Communication will be a chance for celebration, as well.
All brethren registering for Grand Lodge will receive a special 200th Communication commemorative lapel pin – to permit admission into the meetings and to save as a souvenir.
Most Worshipful Brother Charles R. Murphy, Grand Master, and his local committee have been planning highlights of the Annual Communication for several years.
For the first time, an award will be given to the “Best Lodge in the State,” determined by excellence in all aspects of Lodge operations. The “Reach for Excellence” committee has received a nominee from each district in the state and will make the final decision. The recipient will be announced during Grand Lodge.
The Annual Communication also will include the visitation of guests from other jurisdictions, introduction of dignitaries, presentation of reports, conduct of regular business, and election and installation of officers for the coming year.
