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December was a jingling and jolly month for many at The Western Reserve Masonic Community! The Silver Songbirds Chorus joined in the merry activities as a new choral group. The Silver Songbirds Chorus performed “Merry Musical Memories” for family and friends for the first time on December 17. Beyond being full of fun, the chorus…

SMC is proud to announce the opening of the Sandwich Shop, located in the York Rite building. Residents and employees alike pitched in to create this new amenity. The Sandwich Shop provides another dining option for residents, staff and visitors where they can enjoy soups, salads, sandwiches and more! Order off of the great every…

Picture this, a lodge room that is full at every meeting. A constant stream of new candidates. A young and vibrant officer line. New lodges forming, financial stresses lifted, and new members ready to help build the future of Ohio Freemasonry. Can you remember when our fraternity looked like this? How would you like to…

Most Worshipful Brother Eric R. Schau (aka Rick) was born in Marietta, Ohio on February 2, 1947 to the late Betty Jean (Abicht) and Lester B. Schau. He lived in Marietta until age 9 when his family moved to Elyria. He graduated from Elyria High School in 1965 and worked at Ford Motor Company until…