We were open nine days, from September 6-14, mostly from 11 to 7:30. In that time, over 2000 people that came in, including 130 kids and 15 dogs. In total, our fundraiser makings were over $3000. My expenses were over $700. My friend gave us 23 jars of honey that we could use to request …
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September 5-7, 2025 was only my second time visiting Yreka for the cave degrees. It was interesting being there when some wildfire smoke was afoot, and as COVID rates were continuing to rise. I arrived halfway through the Odd Ball, changed into my dress, and from there the camaraderie and ritual fun continued. Thanks to …
Between 2018 to 2024, we transformed the Saratoga Odd Fellows Lodge into a vibrant community hub, with a stunning meeting hall, a welcoming social area, and an upstairs deck with French doors that seamlessly blend our indoor and outdoor spaces. We crafted a space that’s both stylish and inviting — creating a lively, enjoyable atmosphere. …
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September 20, 2025 had an exciting start at the Volcano Historic Lodge, IOOF in the Gold Rush town of Volcano, California! Approximately 60 Odd Fellows from across the Western United States including myself, Sister Jane Beckman, Brother Charlie Sweeny, & Brother Mason Wolf from True Fellowship Lodge no. 52, IOOF in San José came together …
I was honored to be asked to lead a community dance at the Cave Degree Weekend in Yreka in early September, and delighted to get as many participants as we did. The weekend was nicknamed “Odd Con”, and of course the dance was the Odd Ball. There were about 50 people in and out of the …
For this issue, we invited two new members who participated in the cave degree this year to share their experiences. What do our Odd Fellowship traditions look like for someone experiencing them for the first time? Here to answer that are Prado Sudheer of Bay View 109 and Sunday Donaldson of Mountain View 244. Prado: …
It’s the 16th of September and everything is getting ready. Tomorrow the Grand Master is coming. A delicious dinner of Tri Tip is being prepared, cooked by Ben Shuler and assisting hands. Debbie Shuler is in charge of the dining room with help. Decorations of Sunflowers and cats to please Rita, you know. Can’t wait …
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September 29, 2025 Seven candidates received the Initiatory degree on September 29 at Cupertino Lodge #70. Joey Bennet and Sheryl Stanger travelled from Livermore, accompanied by their noble grand Jason Edgar and Carol Wahrer. From Fremont’s lodge, Mission Peak 114, candidate Alberto Garcia received his degree while Pat McLean and Sharon Vargas supported Alberto from …