ARIZONA GRAND CHAPTER ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR, PHOENIX, ARIZONA

LICANO'S
573 W. DEUCE OF CLUBS
SHOW LOW, ARIZONA
MEXICAN BUFFET AFTER THE MEETING
SUSAN CONNORS, WM FRANK EDENS, WP
REGISTRATION FEE $5.00
CHAPTER________________________#________CITY_________________
NAME(s)_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
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Amount enclosed_____________Your check is your receipt
DINNER RESERVATION
Mexican Buffet served by Licano's after the Official Visit
$20.00 including tax, drink & tip
CHAPTER ______________________#_______________CITY_______________
Names:____________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________

Amount enclosed $___________(your check is your receipt)

All checks are payable to Mizpah Chapter #57
P. O. Box 1564
Pinetop, AZ 85935-1564
(928-367-5396)

MOTELS FOR ARIZONA EXCHANGE VISIT
Best Western Paint Pony Motel (next door to Licano's) 928-537-5773
581 W. Deuce of Clubs, Show Low Flat rate $78.83
Day's End
480 W Deuce of Clubs, Show Low 928-537-4356
Rates $70.23 and up

Bear Mountain Inn and Suites
1537 W. Whie Mtn. Blvd.
Lakeside (7 miles east of Show Low on 260) 928-368-6600
Flat Rate - $69.72

ALL MOTELS REQUIRE YOU TO STATE YOU ARE WITH EASTERN STAR

Breakfast will be served by White River Lodge #62, 741 E. Whipple, Show Low, Sunday, April 20, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Pay at the door.

Donation $6.00. Please indicate it you will attend & return with you Registration and Dinner Reservations.
CHAPTER ______________________#________CITY____________
Number attending _____________

Posted April 9, 2008

Queen Esther�s Steak Cook-out on Sat. Apr. 12 has been CANCELED

THANKS

Linda J. Beck

Posted April 6, 2008

A memorial service for Sister Mary Alice Tait-Prentice, PGM, Electa #51, will be held Monday, April 7, 2008 @ 1:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church; 55 Kings Way, Sierra Vista, Arizona. Services will be officiated by Pastor Lee Erwin, along with memorial services by the Grand Chapter Order of Eastern Star and Chiricahua Court #15 Order of the Amaranth.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Amaranth Diabetes Research Foundation, Grand Court of Arizona, Order of the Amaranth, 7806 East Kimsey Lane, Scottsdale, Arizona 85257; Order of the Eastern Star Scholarship, Grand Chapter of Arizona, 4600 North 24th Street; Phoenix, Arizona 85016; and/or a Church or Charity of your choice.

A reception will be held immediately after services at First Christian Church by our dear friends at the Church, Electa Chapter #51, and Chiricahua Court #15.

Cards can be sent to the family:
Henry S. Prentice
Rudell Gill (Sister)
4621 Monarch Drive
Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635
hankspad@cox.net

Posted April 2, 2008

Dear Sisters and Brothers,

It is with great sadness that we write to inform you that our dear Sister, wife and friend, Mary Alice Tait-Prentice passed away today. We have all been most fortunate to know her and should cherish the years of wonderful memories.

We, the family, thank all of you for all your telephone calls, cards, prayers, and good thoughts. It truly has meant a great deal to all of us.

Services are pending until Mary Alice's sister can return to Sierra Vista.

Again, thank you all for your love and support.

Remember - God loves you and so do we. The Prentice Family

Henry S. Prentice, PGP
4621 Monarch Drive
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635-85635-3657
hankspad@cox.net

Posted April 1, 2008

CAROUSEL OF MEMORIES

APRIL, 2008

The Letter of Intent DEADLINE 04/01 form is available on the web site (www.arizonaoes.com) home page

Sedona #7 - Friendship Honor Night for Sister Barbara Wunder, PGM, Grand Trustee Tuesday, April 1, 2008 - Corn Beef Dinner @ 6:00 p.m. Meeting @ 7:30 p.m.

Sun City #66 - Honor Night for Peoria #59 - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.

Queen Esther #22 - Honor Night for Sister Georganne Rodgers, Grand Electa Thursday, April 3, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.

Peoria #59 - Pancake Breakfast - Saturday, April 5, 2008 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Arizona #2 - Official Visit - "Mini Homecoming" - Saturday, April 5, 2008 Luncheon @ 11:30 a.m. Meeting @ 1:30 p.m.

Friendship 40 - Bar-Be-Cue - Saturday, April 5, 2008 @ 10:00 a.m. Home of Vivian & Walter Lorimor; 13228 N. 64th Drive, Glendale

Valley of Sun #70 - Fallen Feathers Presention & Salad Luncheon Saturday, April 5, 2008 @ 11:30 a.m.

Havasu #62 - Spring Enchantment Fashion Show & Luncheon - Saturday, April 5, 2008 @ 11:30 a.m. Grace Episocal Church; 111 Bunker St., Bullhead City

Glendale #20 - Annual Hamburger Fry - Sunday, April 6, 2008 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Home of Jack & Beverly Stanfield; 3754 West Monte Cristo Avenue, Phoenix

Peoria #59 - Honor Night Sister Marsha Young, DI - Monday, April 7, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.

Queen Esther #22 - Steak Cookout - Saturday, April 12, 2008 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Home of Linda Beck; 6337 North 16th Drive, Phoenix

OES VisionQuest - The Wizard of Star - Sunday, April 13, 2008 @ 4:00 p.m. Lasagna Dinner @ 5:00 p.m. Star of Paradise #56

Friendship #40 - Fashion Sale - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Golden Rule #1 - Honor Night for Sister Patti Dennis, DI - Thursday, April 17, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.

NM-AZ Exchange & Official Visit - Friday April 18, 2008 Dinner: 5:00 pm Sofia's Kitchen; 105 Bullock, Socorro, NM

AZ-NM Exchange - Mizpah #57 - Official Visit - Saturday, April 19, 2008 @ 1:00 p.m.

Ponderosa #64 - Hawaiian Friendship Night - Monday, April 21, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.

Valley Past Matrons Meeting - Friday, April 25, 2008 @ 12:00 p.m.

Southern Star #71 - Official Visit - Homecoming - Saturday, April 26, 2008 @ 1:00 p.m. Sabbar Shrine Auditorium; 450 South Tucson Blvd., Tucson

Posted March 25, 2008

Magdalen Chapter # 9 Order of the Eastern Star Cordially Invites you to the New Mexico � Arizona Exchange and

The Official Visit of Mary Owen - Worthy Grand Matron Accompanied by Bill Fuller - Worthy Grand Patron and Imogene Richins - Worthy Grand Matron, Arizona Kenneth Aldrin - Worthy Grand Patron, Arizona

Friday April 18, 2008
Dinner: 5:00 pm Sofia�s Kitchen
105 Bullock, Socorro, NM
Cost: $11.00, Prepaid Reservations by April 09, 2008 Limited to 120 Prepaid Reservations
Mail To: Gloria Green, P.O. Box 284, Socorro, NM 87801

Meeting: 7:00 pm, Socorro Masonic Lodge, 912 Leroy Place, Socorro, NM

Motels Available:
ECONO LODGE
713 California, Socorro, NM
Phone (575)835-1500
2 Beds $59.50 plus tax includes breakfast

The Worthy Grand Matrons and Patrons will stay here. Request the Order of the Eastern Star rate

Howard Johnson
1009 California Ave
Socorro, NM 87801 US
Phone: 575-835-0276
2 Beds $64.00 plus tax (ask for additional 10% discount)

Posted March 21, 2008

REMINDER

VALLEY PAST MATRONS

TO: Past Matrons
Worthy Matrons, Associate Matrons
Conductresses, Associate Conductresses, And Grand Officers visiting or residing in the valley

From: Valley Past Matrons
Sandra Beneke, President

Re: April 25, 2008 meeting

Dear Sisters,

Spring is in the air and the Valley Past Matrons would like to invite you to attend our spring meeting on Friday, April 25, 2008. The meeting will take place at the Eastern Star Conference Room, 4600 N. 24th St. (between Campbell and Camelback Rd).

Our potluck luncheon will start at 12 noon. The cost is $1 if you bring a dish to share or $4 if you don�t bring a dish. Please bring your own table service, however, if you forget it will be provided. Coffee and tea will be provided.

Stars of Paradise # 56 will be the Hostess Chapter, Apache Star # 62 will give the Response, and Sunnyslope # 47 will entertain us with a program.

Queen Esther # 22 will be the Honored Chapter at this meeting. We hope to see many of our Queen Esther Sisters attend this meeting.

We only meet three times a year, so come and join us for good food and an afternoon of fun. We hope to see you soon.

Remember�the chapter with the most members in attendance gets the �Gadding Gracie� award!

Posted March 17, 2008

I am getting ready to send the Meal Reservation Form in to be included in the Grand Chapter packets and would like to include any Reunion Groups that want to have a luncheon on Saturday. There will be a Luncheon available on Saturday for any of the Reunion Groups and other Special Groups. If your Reunion Group would like to have a Luncheon Meeting/Get-Together on the Saturday at Grand Chapter please let me know by Wednesday, March 19th so I can include it on the meal reservation form.

My e-mail address is: lnielsen2@cox.net and my phone number is 520-546-7999.

Thanks,

Sister Linda Yuill Nielsen, PM
Desert Star #54
Meal Coordinator, Chairman
lnielsen2@cox.net
520-546-7999

Posted March 4, 2008

Memorial Services for Sister Betty Ann Ruppert, PGM will be: Wed. Mar. 12th 6:30 pm

Phx. Masonic Temple, 4th Ave. & Monroe

Queen Esther Chapter presiding

Reception following

Please be ready to share your stories, remembrances, and thoughts about Sis. Betty Ann.

Thanks

Linda J. Beck
Loma Linda School

Posted March 1, 2008

CAROUSEL OF LIFE & MEMORIES OFFICIAL VISITS & FRIENDSHIP MEETINGS

MARCH, 2008

Fiesta Day - Saturday, March 1, 2008 @ 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Sun City Masonic Fellowship Center

Arizona #2 - Bunco & Lunch - Saturday, March 1, 2008 @ 10:00 a.m.

Sun City #66 - Official Visit - Tuesday, March 4, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.

Desert Star #54, Horizon #69 & Southern Star #71 - Honor Night for District Instructor, Sister Dorothy Mercer Thursday, March 6, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.

Sunnyslope #47 - Official Visit - Saturday, March 8, 2008 @ 1:00 p.m.

Friendship #40 - Puttin' On The Glitz Jewerly Show Luncheon - Saturday, March 8, 2008 @ 1:00 p.m.

Chandler #18 - Official Visit - Thursday, March 13, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.

Arcadia #9 - Official Visit - Friday, March 14, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.

White Mountain #8 - Official Visit/Honor Grand Chaplain - Saturday, March 15, 2008 @ 2:00 p.m.

Kingman #17 - Official Visit - Thursday, March 20, 2008@ 7:30 p.m.

Apache Star #62 - Friendship Night - Thursday, March 20, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.

Southern Star #71 - Friendship Night - Thursday, March 20, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.

Havasu #61 - Official Visit - Friday, March 21, 2008 - Ham Dinner @ 5:00 p.m. / Meeting @ 7:0 p.m.

Sunrise #60 - Official Visit - Saturday, March 22, 2008 @ 2:00 p.m.

Sunrise #60 & Kingman #17 - Mexican Dinner Honoring Sister Billie Bradfield, Associate Grand Matron Saturday, March 22, 2008 - Immediately Following Official Visit

Sunrise#60 - Honor Night for Sister Anna Mae Gauntner, Grand Warder - Saturday, March 22, 2008 Immediately Following Dinner

HAPPY EASTER - March 23, 2008

Stars of Paradise #56 - Honor Night GGCCM, Grand Martha & Grand Electa - Thursday, March 27, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.

Down & Out Party - Friday, March 28, 2008 @ 6:30 p.m.

Ray #41 - Official Visit - Saturday, March 29, 2008 @ 1:00 p.m.

Glendale #20 - Omelet Breakfast Supporting Brother Gerald Benham, Grand Sentinel Sunday, March 30, 2008 - 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Posted March 1, 2008

For those of you who know Odell "Red" Fortenberry, Past Grand Patron of New Mexico -

Word has been received that Brother Red passed away on February 14, 2008. He was a 35 year member of Silver City Chapter #3.

Sister Ruth Brannan, Grand Secretary

Posted February 29, 2008

Sister Betty Ann Ruppert, PGM, passed away on Thursday, February 28th. Memorial Services will be held later in March, most likely in two weeks.

Cards may be sent to:
Fred Ruppert
423 Monterosa NW
Phoenix, AZ 85013-3017

Thank you.

Sister Linda Beck, P.M.
Sister Susan Warren, P.M.
Queen Esther #22

"They never quite leave us, our friends who have passed through the gateway eternal to the starlight above."

Posted February 20, 2008

RESERVATION DEADLINE 02/24! DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS GREAT ENTERTAINMENT AND GOOD COOKING!

Sister Imogene Richins, Worthy Grand Matron has responded positively that this information be emailed to all StarMail Members.

Dear Sisters & Brothers of Eastern Star,

The Honored Ladies and Sir Knights, of the Grand Court of Arizona, Order of the Amaranth, Diabetes Committee, wish to extend an invitation to you to attend:

The Rock Around the Clock Diabetes Benefit Dinner March 2, 2008 at 2:00 PM

Sun City Fellowship Center 18810 North 107th Avenue Sun City, Arizona

For those of you who remember those great entertainers Dave and Daphne from last year's event - this year their program will be "the 50's" music. Don�t miss out! If you choose, you can wear 50's outfits and come prepared for a delicious Swiss Steak Dinner and some great entertainment. Dancing in the aisles will be permitted!

Bring your friends, neighbors and family and we promise you a wonderful afternoon. Cost is only $20 for dinner and a fabulous show. All profits go to our Arizona Amaranth Diabetes Research Fund. Please contact Sister Karen House @ 480-671-3212 or k.a.house@att.net or Sister Linda Sayre @ 480-998-7018 or rlsayre@cox.net

Sister Karen House Sister Linda Sayre & the entire Grand Court Diabetes Committee Order of the Amaranth

Posted February 19, 2008

Brother Jack P. Turner, Past Grand Patron, of the Grand Chapter of Arizona, passed away on February 17th, 2008, following spinal surgery in Miamisburg, Ohio. He is survived by his wife Rose Turner, four children; Karen Wensel, Indianapolis, Indiana; James Turner, Liberty Township, Ohio; Robert Turner and Beth Newton, both of Miamisburg, Ohio, several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A Memorial will be held at the Miamisburg Christian Church, 1146 East Central Ave, Miamisburg, Ohio 45342 on February 23rd at 11:00 AM. Eastern Star, Masonic and Military Honors will be held. Memorial arrangements coordinated by Gebhardt-Schmidt-Parramore Funeral Home, Miamisburg, Ohio 937-866-3373.

Memorial contributions in honor of Brother Jack P. Turner, PGP, may be given to Shriners Children's Hospital or the Eastern Star Scholarship Fund.

He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

Rose Turner and family
1784 Secretariat Circle
Miamisburg, Ohio 45342

Posted February 5, 2008

Subject: Special Recipe Request

The 30th District Club of the OES in Missouri has decided to make a National Cook Book as a fund raiser. We will be selling this cook book at our Grand Chapter Session in 2010 (or before if we get them finished). We would like to have recipes from the members of your Grand Family and any OES members in your Grand Jurisdiction. We really would appreciate your assistance in making this request for us in your State. Recipes can be for any food category, but should include, Name, Title, Address.

Please have them sent to: Jan Clark, 607 E. Lackland St., New Florence, MO 63363 or e-mail: janc@newflorence.com

Fraternally, Jan Clark, Chairman 30th District Ways & Means Committee

Posted February 4, 2008

Sister Hilda Rubel, PGM (1976-1977) is having a birthday on February 29th. This year she gets to celebrate on the correct date.

Let's all send her a card on her "real" birthday!!

Sister Hilda Rubel, PGM
6502 North Central Avenue, #101
Phoenix, Arizona 85012

Sister Martha Patterson, PGM

Posted January 30, 2008

Calling all Organists!

Sister Imogene Richins, Worthy Grand Matron, would like to have music during the day at Fiesta Day March 1, 2008. If you would like to play for about a half hour, please send me an e-mail at:

casasherry_2000@yahoo.com (note the underscore in the email address) and let me know.

I would like to plan on having music from about 10:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. You may play any thing you like. Please let me know if you can do this and about what time of the day you could play. Thank you so much.

Sister Sherry Ratledge
Grand Organist

Posted January 29, 2008

Dear Sisters & Brothers of Eastern Star,

The Honored Ladies and Sir Knights, of the Grand Court of Arizona, Order of the Amaranth, Diabetes Committee, wish to extend an invitation to you to attend:

The Rock Around the Clock Diabetes Benefit Dinner March 2, 2008 at 2:00 PM

Sun City Fellowship Center
18810 North 107th Avenue
Sun City, Arizona

Sister Karen House
Sister Linda Sayre & the entire Grand Court Diabetes Committee Order of the Amaranth

Posted January 29, 2008

Vision Quest

Bob Townsend, PGP, GGCCM, VisionQuest, Chairman

At the request of the Worthy Grand Matron, I have been asked to make known the revised membership of the Arizona VisionQuest Committee. The revised Committee is as follows and they are entitled to appropriate recognition as such:

Bob Townsend, (56 & 64), PGP, GGCCM Vision Quest, Chairman

Linda Beck (22); Gayle Borter (43 & 59); Leian Faulkner (59 & 56); Kathy Kelley (43); Tori Loll (60); and Pat Suiter (18 & 64).

We are presently working on a program and will be visiting different areas around the State to present the program. It will be interesting and entertaining. We truly hope to convey an informative message.

Posted January 25, 2008

THANK YOU!

Sisters and Brothers, I would like to thank all who made the generous donations to the Peoria Lodge Masonic Food Bank at my Honor Night. I was truly honored with your gifts to help others and for sharing the evening with me.

Thank you also to whoever gave me the Angels are Among Us wreath. There were about 10 cards in the bag with the wreath, so I really do not know who to thank..

Star Love,

Sister Sue Peterson
Grand Conductress

Posted January 25, 2008

Dear Sisters and Brothers,

Thank you all for the kind thoughts, prayers, and cards while I was under the weather. I am nearly completely well now, and just need to get all my strength back. Your love and concern was what helped me get well so fast, you truly are family to me.

Star Love,

Sister OrahLee Hoose
Grand Adah

Posted January 18, 2008

VALLEY PAST MATRONS

TO: Past Matrons
Worthy Matrons,
Associate Matrons
Conductresses,
Associate Conductresses,
And Grand Officers visiting or residing in the valley

From: Valley Past Matrons
Sandi Beneke, President

Re: February 1, 2008 meeting

The Valley Past Matrons will be having their winter meeting on Friday, February 1, 2008. The meeting will take place at the Eastern Star Grand Chapter Conference Room, 4600 N. 24th St. (between Campbell and Camelback Rd).

Friendship Chapter #40 will be the Honored Chapter at this meeting and we hope to see many of our Sisters attend this meeting. Mesa Starlight #16 will be the hostess Chapter, Glendale Chapter #20 will give the response, and Apache Star #62 will present the program.

Come and join us for good food and an afternoon of fun!

Remember�the chapter with the most members in attendance at each meeting gets the �Gadding Gracie� award! (We found her! J)

The Valley Past Matrons will donate $20 to the Chapter with the highest attendance record during the 2008 year (winter, fall, and spring). We hope you will make a special effort to attend our meetings.

In Star Love,

Sister Helen Storlazzi, Secretary

Posted January 9, 2008

Sister Imogene Richins, WGM , has approved the following assignments for Fiesta Day 2008. We would also ask that all members insure that your Worthy Matron & Worthy Patron get a copy of this email in case they do not receive emails:

Fiesta Day 2008 Assignments

Position Responsibilities

Worthy Matrons: Prepare, setup and serve Food

Worthy Patrons: Assist Worthy Matrons and Kitchen Cleanup

Associate Matrons: Baked Potato Bar and Fixings

Associate Patrons: Ice / Soda / Soft Drinks and Ice Tea

Secretaries: Food tickets and money collection from Booths

Treasurers: Money collections and End Tally

Conductress & Associate Conductress: Goody Table, Bake Sale, Jams & Jellies & Snacks

Grand Trustee and Chapter Trustees: Coffee/Donuts and Breakfast

Chaplains & Electa�s: Rummage Sale

Esther�s & Martha�s: Ice Cream Sundae

Organist, Grand Lecturer: Gowns & formals. Also the WGM

District Instructors: Would like the Organists to play during the day, if they wish.

Ruth�s & Marshal�s: Books, Tapes, CD�s & Magazines

Adah�s & Warders: Silent Auction

Sentinel�s: Security and Cleanup (trash and replace furniture in hall)

All members of our Order are requested to assist in making sure your Sisters and Brothers get breaks from their Booths. All Donations are to be given to the Officer who has been selected for that position within your Chapter (example: Books go to Ruth or Marshal, etc.)

Any questions or helpful suggestions, please contact Brother Walt Hinson at:
Home: (623) 518-2457
Cell: 602-820-0424,
Email: walthinson@msn.com, or your Grand Counterpart.

Posted January 6, 2008

FIESTA DAY 2008

Sister & Brothers:

Fiesta Day 2008 is just around the corner. Please start preparing for having a fun day with your Brothers and Sisters. Fiesta Day 2008 with be held on March 1, 2008, at the Sun City Masonic Lodge, 18810 N. 107th Ave., Sun City, Arizona. 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.

We will start setting up and receiving rummage sale items on February 29, 2008. Chapter Officer assignments will be issued within the next few days.

Need more information? Contact Walt Hinson, Chairman, at:
Home: 623-518-2457
Cell : 602-820-0424
Email : walthinson@msn.com

Posted January 5, 2008

Brother Frank Akers, PGP of Arizona had a stroke and is currently at CHW Hospital in Chandler. He is progressing well and may be discharged tomorrow Saturday, 1/5/2008.

Please honor Brother Frank's request of no calls or visits until further notice.

Please keep Brother Frank in your thoughts and prayers.

Sister Elisabeth Reece Worthy Matron

Chandler #18

Posted January 3, 2008

Hi Everyone,

We have good news about the Arizona Scarves. They are in the country and on their way to us. We should have them in about 5 days. We will start delivering them immediately once they arrive. Billie Bradfield, AGM, and myself will bring them with us as we travel in January. If you have any special delivery needs, please let me know.

Once again, thank you for your patience. The wait will have been worth it!

Star Love,

Tori Loll
Worthy Matron
Sunrise # 60

Posted December 29, 2007

I want to thank everyone for their cards and concerns. Although the rafting accident was a horrific experience, my injuries were relatively minor, mostly soft tissue damage in my back, from which I am recovering.

Brother Bob Garn, PGP
RGarn71@wmconnect.com

Posted December 19, 2007

After 2 weeks running 104 temperature, then 10 days in the hospital, Sister OrahLee Hoose, Grand Adah, is now home and recovering. She is requesting no phone calls or emails.

Cards can be sent to
OrahLee Hoose
57 South Calcite Drive
Tucson, AZ 85745-1708

Sister Leslie Christiansen, OrahLee's Page, and Secretary, Arizona #2

Posted December 18, 2007

Update: Robert Garn PGP

Colorado River Raft Trip. One of the three rafts in the party flipped over going through a rapid and Brother Bob and son Steve were thrown out. Bob had a possible back injury and was taken out of the canyon by helicopter to Flagstaff Emergency and Trauma Center. He was very lucky, only soft tissue injuries and was able to leave the hospital today. Alice and Melanie brought him to Green Valley and he is resting at home.

The rest of the party is fine and have continued on with the trip.

Star Love,

Alice Saylor, Secretary
Southern Star #71

Cards can be sent to Brother Bob at:
490 West San Ignacio
Green Valley, Arizona 85614
RGarn71@wmconnect.com

Posted December 14, 2007

Dear Sisters and Brothers,

Thank you so much for the cards, prayers and phone calls during my recent brief hospital stay.

I am home, back to work and well enough on the way to recover that I am still going to have my foot surgery this next week.

Your outpouring of cards truly touched my heart. May you all have a very Merry Christmas and a most happy and prosperous New Year.

Star Love,

Sister Sue Peterson
Grand Conductress

Posted December 2, 2007

Happy 50th Anniversary to Sister Shery & Brother Jim Goodman!

Today, is the 50th Anniversary of the Goodmans and in celebration they renewed their vows. Let us all celebrate their joy!

Cards can be sent to the Goodmans:
9813 West Cedar Hill Circle North
Sun City, Arizona 85351-1332
navyfolks@cox.net

Posted November 26, 2007

When you are making out your Christmas card list this year, please include the following:

A Recovering American Soldier
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20307-5001

Sister Imogene Richins, Worthy Grand Matron
Brother Ken Aldrin, Worthy Grand Patron

Posted November 26, 2007

Hammond 2300 Series Organ For Sale

Bold .,. Beautiful ... Hammond Sound ... Harmonic Tonebars and Poly-Synthesis Percussion all work together for special effects and realistic instrumental sounds in this sophisticated organ. This instrument is currently located in the Arizona Eastern Star Conference Center and is available to anyone interested in purchasing it.

We will accept any reasonable offer.

The buyer must arrange for transportation.

Contact Jane Blair Garcia at (928) 710-8667 or Ruth Brannan at (602) 954-9413

Posted November 26, 2007

Special News, Lois Davis

Jerry Stauber, Pauline Phillips, Howard (PGP) and Lois Davis of Peoria Chapter attended Oklahoma Grand Chapter, which was held October 14 through 17th, 2007 at Guthrie, Oklahoma,

The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron at this session was Anna and Bill Barnes (not related), Brother Bill Barnes is the person who provided the beautiful labyrinth rug which is inlaid in the carpeting at Peoria Lodge #31 which Peoria Chapter #59 thoroughly enjoys.

A highlight of these sessions for the Peoria members was the installation of the new Oklahoma Grand Chapter Officers. Cheryl Martin, Past Matron of Peoria Chapter #59 was installed as Oklahoma 's Worthy Grand Matron for 2007 - 2008. Anyone who remembers Cheryl from her year at Peoria knows of her love for Christmas and she is again using Christmas for her year in the Grand East.

In Oklahoma, prior to the installation, the Worthy Grand Matron-Elect has a banquet in her honor and no receptions are held after the installation. Cheryl's banquet was the "Toy Soldiers Banquet" and was decorated with life sized "Toy Soldiers" as well as Santa's, Christmas Trains, Angels, etc.

The Chapter Room was beautifully decorated for Christmas with an abundance of Poinsettia Plants. Cheryl's dresses are red (of course). Her Installing Marshal was none other than our Most Worthy Grand Matron, Barbara Benton, who did an outstandingjob.

All in all Cheryl had a beautiful installation and Peoria Chapter is proud and congratulates her!

Editors Note: It is not very often that a Worthy Grand Matron of another jurisdiction belongs to an Arizona Chapter and has been a Past Matron of that Chapter, Peoria Chapter #59,

Posted November 26, 2007

Thank You

To my OES Sisters and Brothers. Thank you so very much for your cards and good wishes following my recent back surgery. Your thoughtfulness is much appreciated, and I am thankful to have so many friends.

Star Love, Mary O'Hara, Past Grand Matron of Arizona

Posted November 26, 2007

Thank You

To all the many Sisters and Brothers who sent cards and e-mails of concern my sincere thanks and please know your kindness along with the prayers were deeply appreciated. I am happy to report that my knee surgery was successful and the knee is healing nicely and the rehab is taking out some of the soreness. I hope to be out and about again in the next few months. Again, my love, and appreciation for all your kindness.

In Star Love, and appreciation.

Mabel Nolte, Past Grand Matron of Arizona

Posted November 26, 2007

Thank You

The needle that was left in my eye during surgery, December 7th, 2006 in Gilbert was finally removed October 2nd, 2007 in Flagstaff. My eyes are much better and I appreciate all the concern and prayers.

Oleta May Wickham, Past Grand Matron of Arizona

Posted November 25, 2007

From The Grand Treasurer
Jane Blair Garcia, Grand Treasurer

This is a response to Internal Revenue Service letter to Subordinate Chapters, Grand Chapter of Arizona, Order of the Eastern Star.

Beginning in 2008, a new reporting regulation within the Internal Revenue Service Code requires non-profit organizations to submit a Form 990-N, Electronic Notice for Tax Exempt Organizations not Required To File Form 990 or 990-EZ (e-Postcard). Because all Arizona Subordinate Chapters fall into the classification of a non-profit organization and have individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TIN), each will be required to file an e-Postcard.

In order to standardize the reporting process, the Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer will work together to submit the required information for each Arizona Subordinate Chapter. Information for the e-Postcard will be acquired from the Annual Report. This makes it imperative that Chapter Secretaries file the Annual Report as soon after May 1st of each year as possible.

Please contact Ruth Brannan, Grand Secretary, at (602) 954-9413 if you have additional questions.

Thank you.

Posted October 28, 2007

Calling all Quilt Squares Reminder to the 2007-2008 Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons and Grand Officers that your quilt squares are due to Debbie Smith by December 1st.

Debbie Smith
9301 E. 26th St.
Tucson AZ 85721

Many thanks
Debbie

Posted October 27, 2007

Sisters and Brothers,

Members of your Grand Chapter attended the NM Grand Chapter recently held in Albuquerque. I did the photos for the session.

Some of your members placed orders with me and in the confusion of several moves the orders have been lost. Could you please put a notice on the web-site to have them contact me so that I can reconstruct their orders. I would appreciate it very much.

Star Love,

Gay Chambers
Skyridge Photography
1023 16 Springs Canyon Rd.
Cloudcroft, NM 88317
575-687-4123
skyridge@pvtn.net

Posted October 14, 2007

The 2007 changes to the Blue Book have been published and mailed. Please see your Chapter Secretary to obtain a copy of the changed pages.

The Grand Chapter Office will be closed October 17-19 while we attend New Mexico Grand Chapter.

Sister Ruth Brannan
Grand Secretary

Posted October 8, 2007

It is so comforting to know that when one is down-flat there are others out there who are concerned and share at hard times. Once again I was down but not out and the many cards, phone calls and e-mails really helped pull me up and back in the swing of things. My sincere thanks to one and all for your support and concern.

As we enter the Harvest Time and soon the Holiday Season may the blessings of the Season fill your homes and lives with happiness and love.

Thanks again for being there when I needed your support. You are all the very best!!

In Star Love & Appreciation
Sister Mabel Nolte, PGM

Posted September 18, 2007

You are cordially invited to take part in A MAKE BELIEVE TEA for the Grand Bethel of Arizona International Order of Job's Daughters

Time: Whenever you like
Location: Your place (NOT ours)
Dress: As you wish

We know you're as busy as we are You may have plans or may live far That's why we thought you'd be happy To know we're holding a MAKE BELIEVE TEA No fancy clothes, no need to fuss No need to travel to visit us. The price of gas, the time, it's true You'll save them both and your diet too. Just choose your cup and make this tea put your feet up, relax and see the benefits of our MAKE BELIEVE TEA. And as you sip please do your part We hope you'll give with a willing heart If you like our event, please send the price... of tea and scones or anything nice.

We are holding the Make Believe Tea in an effort to help with our budget for this year. We hope this will be a fun way for you to assist our Grand Bethel financially. Perhaps you have not been able to attend events in person but would like to support our efforts by sending a donation in the enclosed envelope.

Any donation is appreciated.

Donations are tax deductible.

Thank you,

Grand Bethel of Arizona

Make checks payable to Grand Guardian Council of Arizona

Mail to: Janice Jones, Grand Secretary
65710 East Desert Trail Drive
Tucson, AZ 85739-1179

Posted September 17, 2007

Brother Marvin Morris is back in the hospital again. He was retaining fluids and went into congestive heart failure. They have been pulling fluids ouy of him and adjusting his medications. They will fine tune his pacemaker on Monday. He may get to come home Monday or Tuesday. Prayers are always appreciated.

I didn't even get to call and wish everyone a great Send Off as we were in Oklahoma City. I now hear it went well and have looked at part of the pictures on the web site. We miss everyone and hope all is going well.

Sister Pat Morris, PGM

Marvin Morris
1701 Truman Drive
Altus OK 73521
azmorris@sbcglobal.net

Posted September 12, 2007

IN NEED OF CHEERS & SUNSHINE !

Sister Lillian Ryan and Brother Jerry Ryan, Sun City #66 had quite the summer in and out of the hospital (both of them). They would like to extend their thanks to all the Sisters and Brothers for the concern, telephone calls, emails and "real" cards. It really helped keep up their spirits. Brother Jerry will be going back into the hospital next week for another procedure. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.
(13242 West Copperstone Drive, Sun City West, AZ 85375-4817
lilnjerry@cox.net)

Sister Jan Wadsworth, Peoria #59 & Sun City #66, is hobbling along recovery from foot surgery - she's got one shoe on and the other one off!
(17410 North 125th Avenue, Sun City West, AZ 85375-3773)

Sister Rosemary Bennet, Glendale #20, is another "hop-a-long" and is being assisted by a cane due to an injury.
(PO Box 1691, Glendale, AZ 85379-6486)

Sister Barbara Mason, Peoria #59 has had a rough summer and has been suffering from shingles for the last few months and is down right puny. However, Brother Jim is back to work full time and doing well - so there is some good news in that household!
(6059 West Crittendon Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85033-4641
wees@juno.com)

Sister Doris Montgomery, Glendale #20, wishes to thank everyone for their cards and calls. She is recovering from an injury to her hip, but can dance faster than Sisters Jan and Rosemary!
(6001 West Clarendon Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85033-4120)

Sister Helen Williams and Brother Bill Williams, Sun City #66 are done with either food poisoning or a severe case of the stomach flu.
(18616 North 99th Avenue, #1028, Sun City, AZ 85373
weewilli@juno.com & coyotegal3@juno.com )

Sister Rosamond Highland and Brother Cecil Highland of Scottsdale #43 are under the weather. Not quite sure I have this right, but one of them fell and cracked a rib and the other one is ailing. Both could use cheer.
(4721 East Lewis, Phoenix, AZ 85008-2407
highland1923@cox.net)

That's all for now!

Posted September 10, 2007

Congratulations are in order for Brother Bill Louhi - who received the first Brass Ring dedication of our Carousel ride this season from Sister Imogene Richins, Worthy Grand Matron for his outstanding service to Stars of Paradise! (Blou124@cox.net; 2922 East Oribi Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85050-80007).

The Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Imogene and the Worthy Grand Patron, Brother Ken, visited with Brother Lee Babcock and Brother Dean Prather. Both gentlemen were extremely pleased to have a visit with our Grand East and it was reported that Brothers Lee and Dean were both in good spirits. (Lee Babock - PO Box 35533, Phoenix, AZ 85069-5533). (Dean Prather - pratthed-1@earthlink.net; 18217 North 21st Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85023).

Sister Mabel Nolte was present at the Official Visit, after her morning treatment with dialysis and extends her heartfelt thanks to all the Sisters and Brothers for their cards and prayers. (AZWGM77@aol.com - 1317 East Hearn Road, Phoenix, AZ 85022).

Sister Anna Mae Gaunter, our Grand Warder, was unable to attend - not that she didn't want to - but the doctors will not allow her to travel so soon after her hip replacement and the ladies in Bullhead City just wouldn't let her get in the car! (PO Box 20692, Bullhead City, AZ 86439-0692).

The Associate Matron and Associate Patron of Stars of Paradise, Sister Waltrud Cocco and Brother Amixtocle Cocco, were unable to attend as they were in an automobile accident a few days ago. Both are doing okay, just shook up and bruised. (wacocco@qwest.net; 13001 North 36th Place, Phoenix, AZ 85032-6629).

Sister Martha Patterson sent a note that all was going well with her but she could not attend, as she was getting ready for her Mother's 94th birthday party. Thanks to all for the cheer! (MartyMay@msn.com; 19053 East Cloud Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85242).

THANK ALL FOLKS (for now)!!!

Posted August 30, 2007

Sister Anna Mae Gauntner, Grand Warder, wishes everyone to know her hip surgery was successful and she is looking forward to coming home from the hospital on Saturday, September 1st. She wishes to thank everyone for the many prayers and cards she received. She will continue therapy for a few more weeks at home, and will welcome communications by phone and e-mail.

This from Sister Glenna, her Grand Gopher.............

Anna Mae Gauntner
PO Box 20692
Bullhead City, AZ 86439
e-mail: amgauntner@yahoo.com

Posted August 24, 2007

Hello my Brothers and Sisters. It seems that I have a brain after all. I have a cancerous lesion on the left side of my brain. This is what has caused my right hand and arm to loose it's function; as the left side of the brain governs the right motor neurons, the same as if it were a stoke or traumatic injury. I have started radiation and chemotherapy already, and am doing quite well.

I will be having brain surgery on 8/29/07 early in the morning, at TMC Hospital, in Tucson. I have the best doctors in Tucson working with and on me. My family and nurse friends will be taking care of me closely during my hospital stay and recovery period. More than likey, there will be follow up chemo and radiation treatments. As many of you know, it is most important that I protect myself from infections and fatigue.

I therefore ask you not to visit me for awhile. Your prayers, cards, and well wishes are more than welcome, and needed. I know I have my OES guardian angels and GOD on my side too.

I have asked Marilyn White to keep people posted on my status, including the WEB sites if needed, and she has agreed.

Star Love,

Annamae Bousquet
E-Mail: annamebous@yahoo.com
Phone: 520-546-0865

2006-2007 Worthy Matron of Horizon 69

Posted August 8, 2007

Martha Patterson is at Banner Heart Hospital, room 4020 and will be having an angiogram and pace maker on Thursday, August 9th. We don't know what time yet but I will keep you all posted as we get more info. The phone number for the hospital is 480-854-5000, she is a little nervous and could do with some cheery phone calls. --

Beadily yours
Susan Feldkamp
Night Beader

Posted August 5, 2007

GRAND CANYON TRAIN TRIP

JOIN THE FUN WITH OUR WORTHY GRAND MATRON IMOGENE RICHINS WORTHY GRAND PATRON KEN ALDRIN AND THE MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER DAVID LUEBKE ON A GRAND TOUR TO THE GRAND CANYON BY TRAIN

The Train Will Depart On NOVEMBER 23, 2007 @ 10:30 A.M. Very Shortly After the Wild West Show

WE HAVE RESERVED TWO TRAIN CARS FOR OUR SISTERS AND BROTHERS OF GRAND CHAPTER & GRAND LODGE

Seating capacity is 88 passengers per car

PRICE* PER TICKET WILL BE $50.00**
*Includes a spaghetti dinner at William Grand Canyon Lodge #38
**Be prepared with something to surrender to the train robbers!

We will be robbed! And the Sheriff ain�t much help!

RESERVATION DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 10, 2007!!!!

Make checks payable to: �Grand Canyon Train Trip� and send to: Jan Shoberg, 610 West Rio Teras, Green Valley, Arizona 85614

Posted July 12, 2007

Brother Howard has been released from the hospital and he and Sister Lois insist the Steak Fry is still on. So, come on up and join us at Grand Canyon #4's steak fry:

Sunday, July 15th, 3:00 pm until everyone has been fed, $10 donation
The Davis' home in Munds Park, 17130 S. Pine Trail Dr.
RSVP to Lois 928-699-7428
Friends and Family welcome.

Sister Kathy Lindstrom, Secretary
Grand Canyon #4

Posted July 11, 2007

Brother Howard Davis, WGP, is in the Boswell Hospital in Phoenix having tests. He has had a MRI, which led to a spinal tap today. Sister Lois thinks they could discharge Brother Howard by Thursday. No other information at this time, she says he is feeling good, better than when he went in.

If you want to send a card, probably best to send it to him at home:

Howard Davis
PO Box 18225
Munds Park, AZ 86017
ljdpm1@msn.com

Sister Kathy Lindstrom, Secretary
Grand Canyon #4

Posted July 10, 2007

To: All Grand Officers, Grand Escorts, Personal Grand Pages, Special Assistants, District Instructors, Junior Past Matrons and Patrons and Grand Choir:

You all have a special part to play in the Grand March, which will take place at the beginning of the Thursday evening Formal Opening. There will be a practice at 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 31st and if you are going to attend Grand Chapter, I urge you to join us for this practice, if at all possible. It should not take more than 30 minutes of your time and the more people we have participating in the practice, the better our performance will be.

If you cannot attend practice, but will be there on Thursday, please contact me and I will send you a copy of the Grand March so that you may study it.

In Star Love - Marjorie Winemiller, Grand Marshal

P.S. Grand Officers - Please be sure that your Escorts, Special Assistants and Personal Grand pages are aware of this practice and if possible share your copy of the Grand March Instructions with them.

Posted June 24, 2007

Just an up date on the health status of Vernon and Mabel Nolte...

Things are looking good for them both. Vernon has recovered from having two stints put in his heart and Mabel is doing well with her three times a week dialysis. Because of all the concern, prayers, cards and phone call, received, they both know you are all blessings in there lives and they thank each and everyone for being there when they needed you.

They are looking forward to seeing everyone on Friday at Grand Chapter and till that time they wish everyone a cool and enjoyable summer, and their thanks for being there when they needed you.

In Star Love and Deep Appreciation,

Vernon & Mabel Nolte PGM
1137 East Hearn Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85022
AZWGM77@aol.com

Posted June 19, 2007

Greetings to all!!

Just a reminder about the Reunion Breakfast for the Flutterbys and Old Salts at Grand Chapter on Friday, August the 3rd at 6:30 a.m. Its been good times and sad times this year. It's great to have time together with our Sisters and Brothers. I know we will have fun, even though it's 6:30 a.m. in the morning. There will be a door prize!

Hope to see many of you there. If you can't make it, you will be truly missed. See you in my travels.

Star Love,

Sister Carolyn Simson, PM

Posted June 12, 2007

Sisters & Brothers:

It is that time of the year again when the Grand Conductress is to prepare her Fraternal Correspondence Report. I have received email from some of you saying that you are planning on attending the Grand Chapter of your Grand Jurisdiction. However, these dates are after Grand Chapter.

If you have any information regarding your Grand Jurisdiction that you received when you were given your appointment; please forward me some information to file with my report. I do not want for any flag to be present without a report given if possible.

Thank you for your help and continued support.

In Star Friendship,

Billie
Grand Conductress

Posted June 11, 2007

Dear Sisters and Brothers,

The time is getting short, and we must hustle to get great items for the silent auction. We are expecting at least one "nice " item from each Chapter.

If you have a larger item, let me know and we can find a truck owner totransport it. Please also let me know as soon as possible as to whatyou will be donating, so that I can make room for each and every piece.

The auction will last until sometime Saturday, which will announced. Help support your Grand Chapter, not only by donating, but by bidding onone of the other items. We have not been given a location at the hotel yet, but believe me you will be able to find us.

Space is important.

Many thanks.

Fraternally,

Sister Joanie Spomer, Chairman
Queenscastle@juno.com

Posted June 9, 2007

Roy R. Badger Roy R. Badger, CMS Retired USAF, died June 4, 2007 in Prescott Valley, AZ. He was born Oct. 31, 1931 in Tampa, Florida to Bryan Blaine and Willa Mae (Folsom) Badger. Roy proudly served his country in the USAF for 30 years. Roy also worked with the Boy Scouts of America for many years.

Roy is a member of Aztlan Masonic Lodge #1 in Prescott, the Scottish Rite and the Order of the Eastern Star where he was elected and served as the Worthy Grand Patron in 1999. Roy is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gladys (Sammy); his children, Brian (Linda), Dr. Terry Badger, Laurie, Dean (Debra) and his grandchildren, David and Danielle; brothers, William (Jane) and Elmer (Lois) and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service in honor of Roy will be held at 10:00 AM Friday June 8, 2007 at the Prescott Valley United Methodist Church, 8944 E. Sommer Drive. Included in this service will be a Masonic ceremony and an Eastern Star ceremony.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in honor of Roy to the Arizona Cancer Center in Tucson, AZ Arrangements entrusted to Sunrise Funeral Home. All friends and relatives are encouraged to visit www.sunrisefuneralhome.com for additional information and to sign the online guestbook.

Posted June 9, 2007

For those who need directions to the Services for Roy Badger, PGP, on Friday:

From 1-17, take Hwy. 69 toward Prescott, when you get into Prescott Valley, the first light is Navajo. Turn right on Navajo. Take Navajo to Sommer Drive. Turn right on Sommer Drive. Go three blocks to Zircon, turn left on Zircon, then right into the parking lot. The church is on the corner of Sommer and Zircon.

Sister Donna Beeson
Golden Rule #1

Posted June 9, 2007

Dear Sisters & Brothers,

The Badger Family has asked that any donations in lieu of flowers can be made to honor Brother Roy to the Arizona Cancer Center, 1515 N. Campbell, Tucson, AZ 85724. You can also call toll free 1-800-327-2873 or go on the web at azcc.arizona.edu...hit the make a gift button and they list an online or mail-in form. We have designated that any donations made on behalf of Roy will go for supportive patient services to pay for all the things cancer patients and their families need and insurance just doesn't pay for it.

Thank you.

The Badger Family

Posted June 6, 2007

Just a note to all my chairmen on the General Arrangements Committee for the "Light Your Light Shine" session. I will be out of state June 8th through the 15th but you will be able to contact me on my cell phone. Please feel free to contact me if you have any problems or issues.

Thanks,

Roxanne Browne, GAC Chairman
928-699-2613
browne@npgcable.com

Posted June 6, 2007

The memorial service for Brother Roy Badger, Past Grand Patron, will be Friday, June 8, 2007 @ 10:00 a.m. at the Methodist Church; 8944 East Sommer Drive, Prescott Valley.

Cards of condolence can be sent to:

Sister Sammy Badger & Family
4379 North Sauter Drive West
Prescott Valley, Az 86314-6310
sammy@cybertrails.com

Posted June 4, 2007

CALLING ALL NATIVES OF OKLAHOMA -

If you are a native of Oklahoma, I would like to invite you to present or accompany the Oklahoma State Flag at the Flag Presentation Ceremony to be held at Grand Chapter on Thursday evening. If you know of any other "Stars" who are natives and will be attending Grand Chapter, please advise them of this opportunity. I will need to meet with everyone who will be participating in this ceremony immediately after the Memorial on Thursday afternoon outside the doors to the Grand Chapter Room.

Please contact me at margiewine@earthlink.net, Subject: Flag Presentation Ceremony, or by phone (928-468-0790) or snail mail (809 N. Easy Street, Payson, AZ 85541) if you would like to show your pride for your native state.

Marjorie Winemiller, Grand Marshal

Posted April 27, 2007

REMINDER

VALLEY PAST MATRONS

TO: Past Matrons
Worthy Matrons, Associate Matrons
Conductresses, Associate Conductresses,
And Grand Officers visiting or residing in the Valley

From: Valley Past Matrons
Janet Rowe, President

Re: May 4, 2007 Spring meeting

Spring is in the air and the Valley Past Matrons would like to invite you to attend our spring meeting on Friday, May 4, 2007. The meeting will take place at the Eastern Star Grand Chapter Conference Room, 4602 N. 24th St. (between Campbell and Camelback Rd).

Stars of Paradise #56 will be the Honored Chapter at this meeting and we hope to see many of our Sisters attend this meeting. Sunnyslope #47 will be the hostess Chapter, Glendale Chapter #20 will give the response, and Apache Star #62 will present the program.

Come and join us for good food and an afternoon of fun!

Remember�the chapter with the most members in attendance at each meeting gets the �Gadding Gracie� award! (We found her! J)

The Valley Past Matrons will donate $20 to the chapter with the highest attendance record during the 2007 year (winter, fall, and spring). We hope you will make a special effort to attend our meeting.

In Star Love,
Jean Patterson, Secretary
(602) 300-5539

Posted March 28, 2007

- Arizona Grand To Host Large Community Event -
Thursday, April 12

Arizona Grand Senior Living Community, formerly known as Arizona Eastern Star Retirement Community, will be celebrating a grand open house Thursday, April 12, 2007, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The community is located at 4602 North 24th Street, in Phoenix.

The public, and all Eastern Star members, are invited and encouraged to attend. A lavish buffet and refreshments will be served along with prize drawings, live musical entertainment and tours of the community�s outstanding apartment homes.

Arizona Grand is a senior living community for adults age 62+ that provides independent living apartments, assisted living and a care and rehab center on one campus. This gated community is famous for being affordable and welcoming. And, residents daily have diverse cultural and educational programs in which to participate.

�We are proud of our community,� says Maria Parham, Arizona Grand�s executive director. �We want to show off our beautiful surroundings and have our neighbors meet our wonderful residents and staff. The changes that have occurred in one-year are amazing.�

For 30 years, Arizona Grand was known as Arizona Eastern Star Retirement Community. In 2006, Arizona Eastern Star entered a partnership with Intergenerational Living and Health Care (ILHC), a non profit organization, and The Goodman Group, a professional senior living management company based in Chaska, Minn. (ILHC and The Goodman Group also operate The Peaks, a premium senior community in Flagstaff.) Since the 2006 partnership, the community has changed its name to Arizona Grand, common areas of the building have been renovated, new landscaping is in place, and apartment residences are being updated.

To find out more about Arizona Grand, please call Maria Parham at 602-954-9178, or stop by to visit at 4602 24th Street, Phoenix.

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- Arizona Grand To Host Large Community Event -Thursday, April 12

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- Arizona Grand To Host Large Community Event -
Thursday, April 12