Hello Sisters and Brothers, please celebrate with me in making history as the first BLACK female MAYOR in the City of Haines City, Florida! I am the NG for Lily of the Valley Household No. 3835 in Sarasota, Fl and Co-Chair of the “official” GUOOF America and Jurisdiction website.

Great day celebrating Sis Lucy Sligh 100th birthday Household Ruth 683 Greensboro. NC She was given a proclamation by City Commission Melvin Alston

Hello Brothers and Sisters, During a call-virtual meeting of the Committee of Management on April 5, Brother Shawn Cannon, DGM of DGL 13-SC, was expelled from the Order.  Since his expulsion, Brother Cannon has posted information on websites and FB pages pertaining to copyrights of numerous manuals and books related to the Order.  I cannot understand or explain any actions over the years that led Brother Cannon to take the road that he has chosen to take.  MHGM Green and Members of the Committee of Management want to ensure our members that we will take all actions necessary to rectify this problem.  As an Order, I am convinced that healing and…

Hello Brothers and Sisters, We are all aware of the catastrophic effects that the coronavirus has caused world-wide.  We are also aware that the effects of the virus are much more serious in older people and those with pre-existing medical conditions- two categories in which many of our members are classified.   In an effort to slow the spread of the virus, most localities around the world have developed “stay at home” and “social distancing” policies.  Whereas these policies have reduced the number of infections and deaths, most medical experts appear to agree that the only thing that will truly eliminate or reduce the effects of this virus among the world’s population is the…

THE B.M.C. PROTOCOL DRESS I. MEMORIAL SERVICES A. MALE BRANCH OF ORDER Black Suit, White Shirt, Black Shoes, Proper Regalia. B. FEMALE BRANCH OF ORDER–  Short  White Suit or Uniform, White Shoes, White Gloves, Proper Regalia. C.  MILITARY BRANCH OF ORDER MALE-Black Uniform (no side arms), Proper regalia FEMALE-Black Uniform (no side arms). Proper Regalia. NURSES– White Uniform, Proper Regalia. And Kit. II. PUBLIC SESSION A. MALE BRANCH OF ORDER-Black Suit, White Shirt, Black Shoes, Black Tie, Proper Regalia. B. FEMALE BRANCH OF ORDER- Long White dress (sleeves), White Shoes, White Gloves, Proper Regalia. All others Sisters, short White Suit or Uniform (sleeves), Proper Regalia. C. MILITARY DEPARTMENT MALE– Black…

THE 64TH B.M.C. Grand United Order of Odd Fellows SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AUGUST 8-14, 2020 SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2018                                     ACTIVITY                                           9:00  AM- 4:00 pm            Committee of Management July  Full Board Meeting          TBA                                      Registration SUNDAY, AUGUST 9, 2020 9:00  AM                             Registration 11:00–AM-                        Worship Service                                                                            7:00 PM-8:30 PM              Memorial Service                                                                         9:00PM-11:00 PM            Hospitality                                                                                      MONDAY, AUGUST 10,  2020 9:00 AM                                Registration 9:00AM-12 Noon              Official Opening                                                                            12:30 PM-2:00 PM           Ten Standing Committee Luncheon                                         2:00 PM- 3:00 PM             Joint Session                                                                                  3:00 PM-5:00 PM              Grand Lodge Session                                                                   “                                           Grand Household Session                                                           7:30 PM-9:30 PM              Grand Chamber Program                                                            TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2020 8:00 AM-10:00AM            Prayer Breakfast                                                                           10:00 AM-11:30 AM         Education Committee –  Oratorial…

THE 64th BMC August 9 (Arrival)- August 14, 2020 (Departure) Live Loft Hotel and Suites 7491 New Ridge Road Hanover, MD 21076  The Committee of Management is happy to announce these details about the 64th BMC.  Join us as we convene at the Live Loft Hotel and Suites in Hanover, MD.  Hanover is just outside of Baltimore- Charm City, USA. RESERVATIONS AND HOTEL ROOM RATES Standard/Double rooms are $119 per night (taxes not included).  Reservations can be made by calling 410-694-9450.  Be sure to ask for the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows room block when making reservations.  The deadline for hotel reservations is July 1, 2020.  REGISTRATION FULL REGISTRATION PACKAGE $275.  The deadline for registration…