More than 60 years ago, Minnesota’s Order of the Eastern Star (OES) Matrons realized a long-held dream. In 1957, they watched as dignitaries broke ground on the OES Memorial Chapel at Minnesota Masonic Home. In 2020 we will celebrate the 100th
When a new year rolls in during the darkness of winter, it’s human nature to resolve to make life a little brighter in the coming year. Many of us focus resolutions on personal betterment. As enumerated by data journalist Martin
December is a busy month. Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanza all happen or start in December. High school and college students typically face end of quarter or semester exams. For some couples, December is also the month in which they get
As the weather turns cooler and the days shorten, many individuals, families and companies start planning year-end holiday parties. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or a huge corporate function, here are a few thoughts to consider. Purposeful Parties
While museums may seem like fixed collections of artifacts, a lot goes on behind the scenes that patrons never see. At the Colonel James B. Ladd Museum and Charles Nelson Library, one ongoing task is making a thorough inventory of
For the past year, patrons have enjoyed a variety of matinée entertainment at the Ives Auditorium, from musical groups to theatrical performances. Starting in 2018, we established a partnership with Sidekick Theatre—a relatively new theater company run by Brian Pekol
Are you getting married for the second time? Congratulations! The good news these days: choices for a second wedding are almost limitless. There are no rules about avoiding white dresses or having a father walk the bride down an aisle.
It was a brisk and sunny October morning in 1957 when the procession of Minnesota Masons, led by Knights Templar, traveled three blocks along Harvard Street in Minneapolis. They were there to witness the symbolic laying of the cornerstone for
