Membership Kickoff and Awards Dinner

25th Degree:
Knight of the Brazen Serpent

The Officers and Members of the Des Moines Scottish Rite Bodies invite you to a special awards night and dinner on July 25th.

It is open to all Masons and Prospective members for Blue Lodge, Scottish Rite, York Rite, and Shrine.

• There will be a special program on Freemasonry and what it means to be a

Mason for Prospective Members

• See Scottish Rite Masons recognized for their accomplishments in front of their Lodge Brothers and friends.

• Share your enthusiasm for Freemasonry with others

• Enjoy a great dinner of Sirloin Steak. Grimes Sweet Corn, Salad, and a Baked Potato

• Grow and Build our Fraternity for Future Generations

• Meet Masons from throughout Central Iowa

• Learn more about Scottish Rite and our first ever portrayal of the

25th Degree "Knight of the Brazen Serpent". This degree is part of the Ancient Mysteries and is set in Persia. It gives an introduction to Islam and the challenge of searching for light and truth in the proper place and frame of mind. Kevin Smith, 32° KCCH is the Degree Master.

• Wear a Scottish Rite or Masonic shirt to show your pride in membership

The Details:

WHO: You and your friends

WHAT: Program & Awards

WHEN: July 25- 6:15pm

WHERE: Scottish Rite- 519 Park St. Des Moines

WHY: To grow and build Masonry and to recognize accomplishments

COST: Free with a reservation
HOW: rsvp@dmscottishrite.org or 515-288-8927 by July 19.
(KMH)

Coming Soon at the Scottish Rite.

 

 

    One Day class August 25th with a "Once in a Blue Moon" Bar B Que party following.

 

    Annual meeting  and election of officers September 12

Details to follow.  It is not too soon to gather petitions for the One Day class.

Jingle Bell Bash

Click on the logo above for details. December 4 - 7 at the Scottish Rite.

Friends Night - This Thursday

Now that Spring training is over and the season has begun, the Des Moines Consistory is down 5 to 3 in the bottom of the 5th inning. We have runners on the 1st and 2nd but we need your help to bring them home. We think we're gonna make it! It all comes down to this. We have raised $46K, leaving us short of our goal of $79K for the cool breeze of our new air conditioning in the Tapestry Lounge.



6:00 pm – First Pitch (Cocktails and Hors de oeuvres)

7:00 pm – 7th Inning Stretch (Ballpark Buffet)

Menu

Shrimp Cocktail
Spring Salad with Fresh Raspberries
Ribeye Steak Sandwiches
Ball Park Franks
Pasta Salad
Soft Baked Pretzels
Relish Tray

8:00 pm - Bottom of the 9th

Fresh Baked Apple Pie



Cost is $10 per person, Please RSVP as soon as possible

Will you help us to score the winning runs?

Singles - Cost $25
Doubles - Cost $50
Triples - Cost $75
Home Runs - Cost $100
Grand Slam - $250

Shane Harshbarger
Des Moines Scottish Rite
515-288-8927 (O)
515-865-4727 (Cell)
www.dmscottishrite.org

Scottish Rite Express - What is happening?

February 9, 2008

The breakfast club is an informal group of Scottish Rite Masons who coordinate a variety of mantainance projects around our Scottish Rite. These projects can be anything from painting and plaster, to wood working, to electrical. At the most recent workday, they refurbished a mop closet and replaced some of the plastic sheeting on the windows. They will meet this Saturday, February 9th at 8:00 am. Rolls and coffee will be available. Any SR Mason is welcome and all skill levels are needed.
Friends of the Des Moines Consistory

February 15, 2008
Are you looking for a great meal without the wait of our area restaurants? The Friends of the Des Moines Consistory will be hosting the 2008 launch party on February 15th at 6:00 pm. There will be wine and cheese tasting to start the evening, followed by a dinner buffet featuring shrimp cocktail and london broil. This event will save you competing with the Valentine's weekend crowds at our own private Consistory. Following dinner a brief program will outline our 2008 renovation campaign. There will be live jazz music throughout the evening. Cost is $20 per person

6:00 pm: Wine & Cheese
7:00 pm: Dinner Buffet
8:00 pm: Program

RSVP by February 13th by calling the SR office or emailing the office.
515-288-8927
sharshbarger@dmscottishrite.org

RSVP
I would like to RSVP for the Friends of the Des Moines Consistory event on February 15th.

Enclosed is my payment of ________ for _________ dinners.

My name is: _________________________________

8th Annual Lodge Breakfast/ Cribbage Tournament/Annual Spring Reunion Kick-off

Lodge Breakfast

All Masons are invited to the 8th annual Lodge Breakfast hosted by the DSM Scottish Rite, Council of Kadosh.   January 19, 2008 8:00 AM

The purpose of the breakfast is to recognize all Blue Lodge Officers and give them a chance to exchange ideas and calendars. The directory of area Masters and Wardens will be distributed. A Masonic education program will follow.

Reservations Requested by January 16
Des Moines Scottish Rite - 515/288-8927
or sharshbarger@dmscottishrite.org

Scottish Rite Cribbage Tournament

ALL MASONS, THEIR LADIES & INVITED GUESTS
January 19, 2008
9:00 am Registration
9:45 am Play Begins
12:00 PM Lunch

Entry Fee:
$1 singles; $1 per person doubles; $1 per person on teams

SINGLES / DOUBLES FIVE-MAN LODGE TEAMS
TRAVELING TEAM TROPHY AND PRIZES
The Following Tournament Rules WILL BE FOLLOWED:
1. Cut for deal, Low card deals
2. A Jack turned counts 2 points anytime
3. Peg to the east
4. North Side moves east for first 5
games
5. South Side moves west for last 5
games
6. Lay hand & crib on table to count, No
Muggins
7. Only the winner gets 121 count
8. No kibitzing

Annual Spring Reunion Kick-off

The Spring Reunion Kick-off is coming up on February 28, 2008. This event is designed to build enthusiasm for the upcoming Spring Reunion and as a chance to invite potential SR Masons to a fun event to meet other Scottish Rite Members. It will feature a steak dinner. There will be a special program introducing the Scottish Rite as well as building tours. Cost is $10 for SR Masons. However, SR candidates are free. If you bring a candidate with a signed & paid petition, your dinner is free as well. This event is for men only.

Remember the reunion this Spring is in honor of Pete Pascal, PGM 33°.

Now is the perfect time to approach that Master Mason who has been considering joining but hasn’t for one reason or another. If you plan to attend please contact the office (515-288-8927 or sharshbarger@ dmscottishrite.org.)

6:00 pm
Social Hour
7:00 pm
Steak Dinner
8:00 pm
Program
$10 per person