Chapter History
April 28, 2010 - December 31, 2010
On April 21, 2010, Houston Chapter #201 initiated 7 members into John Wayne Chapter #3667 as a courtesy. One week later, those 7 joined with 2 members of Houston Chapter who affiliated with John Wayne Chapter (Tony Peebler and Chris Little). Those 9 members met for the first time as John Wayne Chapter in Alvin, Texas. During the year, the Chapter initiated a total of 14 new members, second only to Reagan Chapter (16) in the State of Texas. The Chapter also participated in many events and observed all of the obligatory days. The articles below highlight the year that was 2010.
Parent's Day Observed
On Wednesday June 16, 2010, members of John Wayne Chapter cooked an Italian spaghetti dinner to honor their parents. A good time was had by all. Click on the photo to see the rest of the Parents Day photos, or go to the Photo Gallery Tab. John Wayne Visits Pearland Rainbow Sock Hop!
On July 20, 2010, seven members of John Wayne Chapter visited Pearland Rainbow Assembly #337 at their Sock Hop in honor of a visit by Miss Laura Pearson, Grand Worthy Advisor for the State of Texas. A good time was had by all. The members attending were Michael Chezem, Chris Little, Chris Hernandez, Jimmy Frick, Tony Peebler, Shane Mooney and Justin Mooney.
Election of Officers
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Three New Members Initiated Into John Wayne Chapter
On June 30, 2010, Jonah Smith, Jimmy Frick, and Chris Hernandez received both degrees and became the newest members of John Wayne Chapter. Special thanks to Jarod Dyess, Senior DeMolay from this Chapter when it was in Friendswood. 80th Texas State DeMolay Conclave, Austin
7 members of John Wayne Chapter attended the State Conclave, and while we did not place in the team chapter proficiency competition, we did not come home empty handed. John Wayne (all 7 members) placed 2nd in the junior division dodge ball competition, and the 4th Section team (Tony Peebler, Justin Mooney, and Chris Little, also placed 2nd in the novice dvision. Tony Peebler, won the State Championship in individual part Master Councilor Initiatory Degree and also as 2nd Preceptor. Another good result for a Chapter that held its first meeting April 28th. Congratulations!
Patriot Day Commemorated
Thursday evening September 9, 2010, seven members of the Chapter commemorated Patriot Day in a presentation before Alvin Lodge and their families at the monthly Family Night. The members also retired the Lodge Flag and hoisted a new replacement flag. The presentation included comments about the differences between Patriot Day (9/11) and Patriots Day or Patriot's Day (4/19) that commemorates the first shots of the American Revolution. The members also reviewed the first ten amendments to the US Constitution, and in a moving ceremony, recalled the lives of 10 brother DeMolays who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The seven members present were Dylan Piecznski, Shane Mooney, Justin Mooney, Tony Peebler, Mike Chezem, Chris Little, and Chris Hernandez.
Great Car Wash Held
On Saturday, September 25, 2010, 4 members of John Wayne Chapter along with our Sweetheart, Samantha Lang, held a fundraising car wash at the HomeTown Bank in Alvin. Members present were Tony Peebler, Michael Chezem, Shane Mooney, and Jimmy Frick. Everyone had a good time, but now have some sunburns.
"Steward's Night Off"
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John Wayne Chapter Observes Dad Land Day
On Wednesday evening, November 10, 2010, six members of John Wayne Chapter presented and donated two copies of the book "Hi Dad" to the Pearland Branch of the Brazoria County Library. Head Librarian, Andrew Fearn, received the books on behalf of the library and thanked the Chapter. The six members present wer Michael Chezem, Blake Richards, Chris Little, Jimmy Frick, Galen Mikel, and Tony Peebler.
John Wayne Chapter Stuffs 75 Bears For Shriners Hospital
On Sunday November 14, 2010, eight members of John Wayne Chapter along with the Chapter Sweetheart and Duchess, 3 members of Pearland Rainbow Assembly #337, and some friends spent the afternoon stuffing 75 bears at the Baybrook Mall Build-A-Bear Workshop from 2pm-6pm. The bears will be delivered to the Children of the Shriners Burns Hospital in Galveston on December 4, 2010 during the annual Masonic Toy Run. The members present were Jonny Lane, Austin Shafer, Chris Little, Michael Chezem, Tony Peebler, Blake Richards, Galen Mikel, and Jimmy Frick. The Chapter Sweetheart, Samantha Lang, and Chapter Duchess, Ale Lane, were also there to help with the bears. A good time was had by all and everyone is excited about delivering the bears to the hospital.
John Wayne Chapter spreads Christmas cheer at Shriners Hospitals
On Saturday December 4, 2010, 4 members of John Wayne Chapter along with 4 members of Pearland Assembly #337 Order of Rainbow for Girls, spread some Christmas cheer and delivered Build-A-Bears to the Shriners Hospitals for Children in Houston and Galveston. Members present were Chris Little, Galen Mikel, Tony Peebler and Blake Richards. Rainbow members present were Katie Arnold, Claire Peebler, Charels Phillips, and Jensen Mikel. Donations are now being accepted for the 2011 Build-A-Bear Shriners Hospitals Project. Just click on the donate button below to make a secure donation by credit card. |
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