On Saturday, February 22nd, Denise, Heather, and I visited the Augusta Elks Lodge #964. We arrived in the early afternoon and were greeted by Lisa and Tony. The Lodge had provided us with a wonderful welcome basket, filled with Maine-made treats.
At suppertime, Lisa and Tony took us to a very exquisite restaurant, where we met Claris, Roberta, Kip, Bob, and Myra. The restaurant, Otto’s on the River, is one I would highly recommend. After supper, we went to the Lodge to see their variety show. The show was amazing; the crew had obviously put a tremendous amount of efforts into preparation for it. In addition to the preparations, enthusiasm was exuding from the stage. I even had a chance to go on stage and help one of the acts with some dancing. After the show, we talked with many people at the Lodge for a while and then returned to the hotel for a peaceful night’s sleep. Augusta was the last Lodge in the central district that I visited this year, and I had a great time.
The next day, we went a short distance to Waterville Lodge #905 for the State team ritual contest. This year’s competitors were Sanford Lodge #1470 and Waterville #905. Both teams were very impressive. I won’t reveal the outcome, but I will share that the teams were very close. This weekend, I look forward to the homecoming celebration in Houlton and hope to see you all. My next visit will be to Rockland in mid-March. Spring is coming; take heart, the weather will improve!