As we discussed in last month's issue of R&R, welcoming new members to your lodge is a balancing act between creating a warm, welcoming environment for new members and not overwhelming them. Several lodges have said finding new people to fill officer positions is one of their main concerns. Your lodge may have experienced this. This month, we'll focus on ways [...]
This month we're excited to share our first joint Spotlight on Volunteerism submission! Six lodges in the Chicago area collaborated to bring a taste of the city's rich Norwegian culture to a new generation. With help from Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum in Iowa, Trollhaugen 5-417, Skjold 5-100, Leif Erickson 5-97, Elvesund 5-593, Polar Star 5-472 and Cleng Peerson 5-525 exhibited artifacts and [...]