Anawan Oakton Grange News

Well, spring may finally be in the air, I hope. At our May 22, 2018 meeting the Memorial service to remember Willard Paull and Earl N Goff Jr. was well done by our Chaplain .A penny sale to benefit the youth was held. We were happy to recognize our Inspecting Deputy Christine Day, Lady Assistant Steward MSG, Master of Sippican Pomona and Rochester Granges. In the Grange "there is work for all".

The Legislative committee presented the following bills supported by the M ass State Grange for consideration: H. 4041 (An Act to Protect Massachusetts Pollinators) Limits the use of Neonicotinoids, a pesticide that has negative effects on bee populations. Creates a system in which these pesticides can only be used after receiving necessary training about proper use. H. 1301 (An Act relative to elevator inspection fee waiver for non-profits), and H.3015 ( An Act to establish estate tax valuation for farms). Lowers the State Estate Tax on Farms making it less cumbersome on Farmers to keep a farm within a family.

Our members reported a total of 190 hours of community service in May, serving 4-H, transporting seniors, fire dept., churches, Samaritan House, COA, and cleanups. As members we can work to benefit all by teamwork.

June 12th is our annual dine out with the Overseer at 6 PM at the Chateau in Norton. Let Bob know by June 3rd if you are coming. 508-823-0236. June 26 is Bingo night. Fun, Food, Fellowship as well as work, makeup our meetings at 243 Winthrop Street, Rehoboth.

We host Bay State Pomona on the 23. Lunch at noon followed by election of officers.

Do support your local farmers and good luck growing. Saw my humming bird yesterday. Meetings start at 7PM