An unexpected surprise for the Deputy Provincial Grand Master
On Wednesday the 7th of November, the Deputy Provincial Grand Master VWBro Derek Nelson Thornhill, though that he was attending the East Ribble District Mess at The Fielden Arms, Mellor in his capacity as the Mess President. The District had however, used this...
‘Talking Heads’ at Arkscroll Lodge
On Thursday 1st November, Arkscroll Lodge welcomed Officers from Provincial Grand Chapter to Manchester Hall to give a rendition of their ‘Talking Heads’ presentation. Part instructive and educational, always fun, this ensemble offers a taster for those not (yet) in...
Double 50thCelebration at Commonweal Lodge No 5332
On 27 September 2018, Commonweal Lodge No 5332 held a joint 50thCelebration for WBro Brian Ward Taylor and WBro John Harrison Bacon at Manchester Hall. The lodge, having been opened by the Worshipful Master, was interrupted by a report and having been admitted, WBro...
East Ribble District Charity Variety Show
On Friday evening 2nd November a near full house gathered at the Empire Theatre in Blackburn for the East Ribble District Charity Variety Show. The event, the brainchild of WBro David Lightbown who brought together the performers and organised the event. The evening...
Members’ Pathway Presentation
On Wednesday 31st October the latest in a series of presentations held across the Province entitled Implementing the ‘Members’ Pathways’ took place at Mill House Masonic Hall in the East Ribble District. A large number of Lodge Membership Officers (LMO’s) and Mentors...
The First East Ribble District Workshop
On the 29th October The Deputy District Chairman, WBro Russell Harwood formally launched the first District Workshop at Accrington Masonic Hall. This informal event gave the opportunity for both newer Brethren as well as well established Freemasons, to ‘have a go’ in...
Marshalling Accrington 10k Run
On a brisk October Sunday morning. 16 East Ribble District Freemasons with some of their wives and 3 Blood Bikes assembled at 8.30am at the Walton Arms car park in Altham to receive the marshalling briefing for Accrington 10k. It was the second year for the East...
Waverley Lodge 1322: Les Kay Proclaimed as Worshipful Master for a Second Year
The Brethren of Waverley Lodge 1322 and their Guests toast their new Worshipful Master Last night, Thursday 25th October, I had a thoroughly enjoyable evening, joining together with some 30 Brethren at Ashton Masonic Hall to celebrate the Proclamation of WBro Leslie W...
East Ribble District's Latest White Table Event
On Thursday 25th October, 13 Non-Masons assembled with their Hosts and visiting Brethren at Accrington Masonic Hall for the latest East Ribble District White Table Event hosted this time by The Lodge of Remembrance No. 3787 The 60 in attendance were shown the...
TEAM RISE and the ELMC Benefit from Roses Lodge 5140 fundraising event:
TEAM RISE and the ELMC Benefit from Roses Lodge 5140 fundraising event: L to R. Roses Lodge members John Wilkinson, Tahir Mahmood, Na’eem Khawaja, Ivor Emo and Paul Roberts with TEAM RISE Coordinator, Sharon Lees. The members of Roses Lodge 5140 have, for...
ELMC Grant to High Crompton Park FC
On Saturday 20th October, the Rochdale District Charity Steward WBro Kenny Greer was delighted to present a cheque for £600.00 on behalf of the ELMC to Peter Shipton, the Chairman of High Crompton Park FC. Peter expressed his thanks on behalf of all those involved...
2nd Degree Demo/Explanation
On Monday 22 October, two members of the East Lancs Education & Development Committee Events Team delivered a most interesting demonstration and explanation of the 2nd Degree, ably assisted by a “volunteer” candidate from the Host Lodge, Palatine 2447. Tony...