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Mission
of the
Connecticut State Grange
“The mission of the Connecticut State Grange,
a fraternal organization with roots in rural and agricultural history
and the Grange Ritual, is to serve as a unifying and supportive
organization of community and district Granges in programs of
community service, family activities, legislation and other
activities relevant to local communities.”
Program for
2017 & 2018
Noel T. Miller
State President
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One copy each to Master, Secretary,
Lecturer, CWA and Youth Committee
www.ctstategrange.orgContents
Hank the Burro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Honor Grange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Lecturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Photo, Talent & “A Number” Contests
Complete Program, Should Auld Acquaintance,
A Word from Home, Essay Contest, Apprec. Award,
Honor Lecturer, etc.
Legislative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Agriculture / Conservation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Family Activities / CWA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Northeast Needlework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Craft Contest, Baking Contest, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
State Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Student Loan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Social Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Public Relations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Junior Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Inspections & Ritual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Code Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Deputies Challenge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Camp Maud Isbell Berger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Community Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Telephone Contact List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Executive Committee Report for 2017 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Center of Book
Executive Committee Report for 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Center of BookTELEPHONE NUMBERS
State Officers and Committee Chairmen 2017 & 2018 Blue Book
Noel T. Miller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Master . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-742-8839
George Russell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Overseer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-824-7056
This edition of the Connecticut State Grange Blue Book
Marge Bernhardt . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lecturer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203-272-4620
is designed to be used for TWO YEARS ~ 2017 & 2018.
Robert Buck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203-267-6796
Please use this book in your planning for both Grange years.
Ted Powell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A. Steward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-908-4906
Refer to the appropriate department for deadlines and other
Eloise Osuch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L.A. Steward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-274-9886
important dates.
Charles Dimmick . . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203-272.4620
Jody A. Cameron. . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-412-0225
The calendar traditionally printed in this space is not
Todd A. Gelineau . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . Office 860-633-7550
being printed as many dates for 2017 and 2018 have yet to
Cell 860-307-1522
be determined. Please keep an eye out for updates in the
Email: secretary@ctstategrange.org
Connecticut Granger or through communications from the
Jaimie Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gatekeeper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-412-0225
Central Office or State Grange Committees.
Karen Macdonald . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203-371-1909
Carol Hnath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pomona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-487-3751
The contact information for all State Officers and Committees
Deborah Barnes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-599-6011
is also included in this book. Please feel free to contact the
Jody A. Cameron. . . . . . . . . . . . . Executive Comm. Chairman . . 860-412-0225
appropriate people if you have any questions.
Mary Lou Keefe . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pianist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-379-8871
Donald Lanoue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Deputy
Code Reading/Ritual . . . . . . . . . 203-213-6235
Irene Percoski . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Family Activities (CWA) . . . . . 860-749-0463 Connecticut’s Mascot
Jody A. Cameron. . . . . . . . . . . . . Membership Dev./Retent . . . . . 860-412-0225
Jean Meehan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth Co-Director . . . . . . . . . . 203-758-5653
Anne Marie Knochenhauer . . . . . Youth Co-Director . . . . . . . . . . 860-941-0412
Michelle DeDominicis . . . . . . . . Junior (Co-Director) . . . . . . . . . 860-568-2415
Kathy Tefft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior (Co-Director) . . . . . . . . . 860-222-3035
Alma Graham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Legislative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-423-4332
Chris Bourque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriculture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-267-8628
Terri Fassio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public Relations (Co-Dir.). . . . . 860-626-5074
Hank will continue traveling the state during 2017 visiting
Robert Charbonneau . . . . . . . . . . Public Relations (Co-Dir.) . . . . 203-237-4617
Granges and their activities. If you would like Hank to visit,
Joanne Cipriano . . . . . . . . . . . . . Social Connection . . . . . . . . . . . 203-754-5863
email him at hanktheburro@ctstategrange.org and don’t forget
Student Loan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-633-7550
to “Like” him on Facebook to follow his activities.
INSTALLING TEAMS Hank’s travelog and favorite recipes are also shared in each
Edith Schoell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-528-8015 issue of the Connecticut Granger.
Jody Cameron/Jeff Barnes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-412-0225
20 1Membership Development & Retention Community Service
Committee: Jody A. Cameron (Director) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-412-0225 Chairpersons:
Ted Beebe George & Sharon Russell
63 New Street, Canaan, CT 06018
Purpose: We believe it is the purpose of the Connecticut State Grange
860-824-7056
Membership Development & Retention Committee to build
Email: overseer@ctstategrange.org
confidence in our purpose and abilities as an organization so all
Grangers and Granges can develop growth and development goals
through programs specifically designed to attract and retain Granges are encouraged to report on their Community Service activities throughout
members. We believe it is every member’s responsibility to the Grange year. This can be done by filling out the Community Service Report Form
enhance the Grange’s name and presence in each community they and/or creating a Notebook that incorporates the report form along with photos, news
serve. clippings and any other information and materials that tell the story of your year in
Community Service work.
We will communicate regularly through the Connecticut Granger
and Connecticut State Grange Membership Facebook page. We
Community Service will be judged in two categories: Granges with up to 50 members
will utilize other forms of social media as well.
and under and Granges with over 51 members.
2017 & 2018 PROGRAM
Quarterly we will acknowledge all Granges that have taken in new members and There have been some changes in the application form for this coming year. The
especially those who have posted a net gain in membership. Community Service judges score card was set up with the recommendations of the
Annually the Granges with the most new members and largest net gain in membership National Grange Community Service on areas that are considered during the National
will receive acknowledgement during the Annual Session of the Connecticut State Grange judging.
Grange.
Additional programs will be unveiled as they become available. All entries must be sent to George and Sharon Russell by Sept. 1 (2017 & 2018). If
you have any questions, please call or email to overseer@ctstategrange.org.
ACTIVITIES
If you are starting a new project, there is grant money available from the Connecticut
Date TBD Workshop on Grants available for Granges
State Grange. Applications were returned to Granges with last year’s report forms. If
2017 Membership Workshop - 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. you would like a form, please contact the Chairpersons or the Central Office.
$5.00 Registration Fee (Lunch included in Fee), Location TBD
• Public Displays to attract people
• The POWER of Facebook
• Fear is Foolish!
• NO is Okay!
• Mentoring and Cheerleading
2018 Membership Workshop - 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
$5.00 Registration Fee (Lunch included in Fee), Location TBD
• Leading Leaders
• Exploring your Leadership Style
• Working in a multigenerational era
• Technology and History
• The ROI (Return on Investment) of being a Leader
2 19Granges are not permitted to take a month or months off during the summer or
during the winter due to weather issues. Special meetings should be scheduled and
Granges that only meet once per month should have a alternate dates in mind for when 2017/2018 Honor Community Grange
that one meeting has to be cancelled.
The following applies to Community/Subordinate Granges. Pomona Granges
Code Reading no longer file Honor Grange reports. Pomonas achieving 750 or more points on
their annual inspections will receive the Honor Pomona Grange Award.
CODE READING: The Honor Grange Program is designed to recognize Subordinate/Community
How do the Assistants open the Bible? Granges that are succeeding in being exemplary Granges. This means helping
How is the word taken up? in the community through community involvement projects, and having active
What is the signal in the third degree? members.
Those questions and many others can only be answered by being able to read the The Honor Grange Program has three levels: BRONZE, SILVER and GOLD. A
Code Book. The Code Reading program is designed to encourage all members to documented report is to be made to the State Grange Master/President outlining
become more familiar with the unwritten work of the order. and exhibiting your Grange’s accomplishments. There is no actual form to
An Award of Merit/Code Reading Card will be issued to each member who dem- be filled out. Simply write a report explaining how you achieved each of the
onstrates his/her ability to read the Fourth Degree Cipher Code Book. This card is requirements and provide any supporting documentation/evidence (i.e. photos,
signed by both the National Master and the State Master. The card is earned by read- letters of appreciation, news articles, names of new members and dates they were
ing the Code Book with a minimum of errors. initiated, etc.). NOTE: Certified copies of resolutions must be submitted with the
Any member in good standing is entitled to a code book for study purposes. They Honor Grange Report (see requirement below).
may be acquired through the General Deputy or the State Master. Each year, if the Grange qualifies, it will receive a bronze, silver, or gold
Instruction and testing of the Code will be provided by all members of the Deputy recognition.
Team along with Mildred Bell (600 Allen Ave., Meriden, CT 06450).
BRONZE LEVEL
Camp Maud Isbell Berger To receive a Bronze, a Grange must accomplish the following, submit written
report fully answering all questions in detail. Reports to be postmarked by
THE CONNECTICUT STATE GRANGE CAMP September 15 each year (2017 & 2018):
Camp Berger is a delightful place, and one of which we should be very proud. It 1. A minimum of one (1) new member to your Grange (includes new,
is an asset to the Connecticut State Grange, and to each and every member. reinstated, demits into your Grange, do not include new affiliate members
All Junior Grange members, children of Grange members, and grandchildren, or mergers).
nieces and nephews of Grange members are encouraged to attend Camp, however, 2. A minimum of one (1) legal meeting per month.
Camp Berger is open to all regarless of Grange membership. The per-week camping 3. Representation of the Grange at one (1) Pomona meeting during the year.
fee for 2016 will be a very affordable $400.00. 4. Lecturer has a relevant program monthly. Programs should include
Contact the Directors for more information: Lyn & Chris Kimberly, 3 Broad Street, recreation, inspiration, music, and education.
Weston, CT 06883, CampBerger@gmail.com; 203-557-3339. FOR INFORMATION 5. One (1) community service project or activity.
ON USE OF CAMP BERGER, please contact: Todd Gelineau, State Secretary, P.O. 6. One (1) resolution on a community or legislative issue must be adopted
Box 1393, Glastonbury, CT 06033. by the Community Grange. A copy of the resolution, certified by the
Grange Secretary, must be submitted with honor Grange report.
CONTRIBUTIONS, DONATIONS, MEMORIAL GIFTS
Checks for donations made in memoriam to the Trust Fund of Camp Berger or the SILVER LEVEL
General Fund of Camp Berger for projects should be made payable to: The Connecticut To receive Silver, a Grange must do the following:
State Grange, and sent to the State Grange Office, P.O. Box 1393, Glastonbury, CT 1. A minimum of two (2) new members to your Grange (includes new,
06033. The checks should be marked for the purpose intended. If it is a check in reinstated, demits into your Grange, do not include new affiliate members
memoriam, please send the name of a relative to whom an acknowledgement may be or mergers).
made.
18 32. A minimum of one (1) legal meeting per month.
3.
4.
Representation of the Grange at two (2) Pomona meetings during the year.
Lecturer has a relevant program monthly. Programs should include
Inspections & Ritual
recreation, inspiration, music, and education.
Donald Lanoue, General Deputy
5. One (1) community service project or activity.
35 Miller Rd., Northford 06472;
6. Have a delegate present at State Grange Session.
(203) 213-6235; gendeputy@ctstategrange.org
7. One (1) resolution on a community or legislative issue must be adopted
Peter Keefe (Pomona Deputy West & #4) . . . . . . . . . deputywest@ctstategrange.org
by the Community Grange. A copy of the resolution must be submitted
Cynthia Charbonneau (Central Pomona #1) . . . . . . . . . . . deputy1@ctstategrange.org
with honor Grange report.
Jeffrey Barnes (New London County Pomona #6) . . . . . . deputy6@ctstategrange.org
8. Must complete at least (5) of the requirements (8-15) of the Gold
Ronald Fischer (Excelsior Pomona #7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . deputy7@ctstategrange.org
level below.
Geno Piacentini (Fairfield County Pomona #9) . . . . . . . . deputy9@ctstategrange.org
GOLD LEVEL INSPECTIONS:
To receive Gold, a Grange must complete, ALL of the following: Inspections will continue to be held in each of the Subordinate/Community and
1. A minimum of three (3) new members to your Grange. Pomona Granges throughout the state this year. One Inspection date will be scheduled
2. A minimum of one (1) legal meeting per month. by the Deputy this year.
3. Representation of the Grange at all regular Pomona meetings. Granges are not required to submit committee reports on the night of inspec-
4. Lecturer has relevant program monthly. Programs should include tion. Deputies will evaluate committees based on the reports given on the night of the
recreation, inspiration, music, and education. inspection along with answers given by the Secretary on the Inspection score sheet.
5. One (1) community service project or activity. Please provide your account information requested on the inspection sheets.
6. Have a delegate present at State Grange Session. Several Granges have run into trouble upon losing a long-serving Treasurer, with no
clear record of where the funds of the Grange are deposited/invested. With a record
7. One (1) resolution on a community or legislative issue must be adopted
on file, we will be able to access this information whenever it is needed. You are not
by the Community Grange. A copy of the resolution must be submitted required to provide account numbers or balances, however we do require the name of
with honor Grange report. the bank (specific branch) and the type of account (i.e. savings, checking, cd, etc.).
8. Officers planning meeting held and goals for year set. Please refer to the Inspection Forms provided by the Deputy and use them as a
9. All standing committee chairs must be appointed by the Master (Standing worksheet, filling out as much of the information as you can prior to the inspection.
committees are: CWA/Family Activities, Agriculture, Legislative, The actual forms will be provided and filled out on the night of inspection by the
Community Service, Membership, Junior and Youth.) Deputy.
10. All standing committees report at the majority of meetings.
11. At least (5) members, as a group, visit another Subordinate/Community What do I need to have on Inspection Night:
Grange meeting at least once during the year. • Please have all of the records available (i.e. checkbook, minutes, ledgers,
12. Master must attend at least one (1) Pomona meeting. membership/dues records, etc.). Records from last inspection to night of inspect.
13. Hold at least one (1) activity to support the Junior Grange program, ex.- • A copy of your latest Executive Committee Report
• Copy of your Grange’s Steward’s Inventory Report
assist at a meeting or fundraiser, help leader with activities, provide
• Grange Seal
scholarship to camp, etc.
14. Submit Community Service Annual Report due September 1, 2016.
Questions?
15. Hold at least one (1) open house or other community activity per year in Please contact the General Deputy or your own Subordinate or Pomona Deputy if
the Grange Hall to which the public is invited. you have any questions. We are here to help.
Reports are to be postmarked by September 15 each year (2017 & 2018)
Send to:
Meeting Requirements
All Granges are required to meet at least once each month in full form using one of
Noel T. Miller, State President the approved meeting formats (i.e. Manual or Alternate Manual). Meeting around a
150 Ripley Hill Road table is not a permitted meeting format. Granges that need to meet in smaller rooms
Coventry, CT 06238 that do not have room for floor work schould contact the General Deputy and/or State
Master for guidance on how to meet the requirements for a legal meeting.
4 17to one of the State Youth Chairpersons.
Let’s Celebrate Lecturer’s Program
The luncheon at “Let’s Celebrate”/Grange Sunday will be in the charge of the Youth.
Sign-A-Song and Public Speaking Marge Bernhardt, State Lecturer
The Sign-A-Song and Public Speaking Competitions will be held in June. We urge 424 Cedar Lane, Cheshire, CT 06410
the Youth to form a Drill Team to compete at the 2017 Northeast Youth Conference. 203-272-4620 (Home); 203-537-5213 (Cell); Email: lecturer@ctstategrange.org
If you wish to compete, please notify one of the State Youth Chairmen.
PROGRAM GUIDELINES
Big E All programs should be between 30 and 60 minutes and include music, information,
Youth and Grange members are encouraged to attend Grange Sunday at the Big E/ participation, inspiration and humor. While all programs do not have to include all of
Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield Massachusetts and march in the parade these, they are an essential part of your Lecturer’s Programs.
in September of 2017 and 2018. Watch for the exact dates.
Raffle RITUAL PROGRAMS
A raffle will be held at the annual State Grange Session to help raise money for the Each Lecturer should feature one complete program or six 5-minute numbers each
Youth activities. Please support this raffle with small gifts. year on Grange Ritual.
2017 & 2018 Youth Achievement Award GRANGE SUNDAYS
Name of your Grange __________________________________________ No. _____ Grange Sundays will be held at Cheshire Grange Hall on Sunday, June 11, 2017,
Name of Youth Committee ______________________________________________ and Sunday, June 10, 2018. The hall will be open at 10:00 a.m. for viewing contest
Address _____________________________________________________________ entries followed by our State Chaplain’s Service at 11:00. Talent and “A Number”
competition will begin at 1:00 p.m.
1. Did you hold a fundraiser to help promote the youth in your Grange? __________
Explain what you did. ________________________________________________ PHOTO CONTEST – This contest is open to all Grangers as well as their children and
__________________________________________________________________ grandchildren. However, only Grange Members may compete at National.
2. Did you put on a program or a number for the Lecturer’s Youth Program? _______ Six Categories:
Explain what you did. ________________________________________________ America the Beautiful; Animals; Grangers In Action; Family Celebrations;
__________________________________________________________________ Historic Places or Events; and, Antique Vehicles
3. Did you attend at least one Connecticut State Grange event? Yes _____ No _____ Rules:
Explain: ___________________________________________________________ 1. Only prints accepted. No slides in any category.
2. Participants may enter all categories but are limited to one entry in each category.
4. Did you or someone in your Grange attend the Northeast Youth Conference? 3. Entries must have been taken by the participant less than one year prior to the
Yes _____ No _____ Judging.
4. A rigid backing is required for all photographs. No glass or frame is allowed.
5. Did your youth committee perform a community service project? _____________ 5. Print may be processed commercially, but it must have been taken by the entrant.
Explain: ___________________________________________________________ Remember, this is a picture you took, not a picture of you.
__________________________________________________________________ 6. Size of backing: No smaller than 4” x 6” or larger than 11” x 14”.
7. Name, Category, Grange and Number must be placed on the back of picture.
6. Name the State Youth Contests your youth entered. _________________________ 8. Youth Entries (Age 14 and under) will be judged separately.
__________________________________________________________________
9. Judging: Photos will be judged at Cheshire Grange Hall on Sat. June 10, 2017,
and Sat. June 9, 2018. Entries may be mailed or given to the State Lecturer ahead
7. How many from your Grange attended Grange Sunday at the Big E? ___________
of time, or brought to Cheshire Grange Hall between 10:00 and 11:00 a.m. the day
How many marched in the parade or worked at the Big E? ____________________
of the judging.
8. Did your Grange take in a youth as a new member? _________________________
16 5TALENT CONTEST – STATE RUN-OFFS will be held at Cheshire Grange Hall, 44 • Creative Writing - on an 8.5” x 11” paper - 2017- Tell us why you joined the Grange
Wallingford Road, Cheshire, as part of Grange Sunday. There will be no Pomona and why you stay a member! 2018 - Tell us what is your favorite farm animal and why!
• Decorate Something - 2017 - Decorate a gourd, using 1, 2 or 3 gourds - have fun - any
Judging. All entries will go directly to the State Judging. Performance time allowed style. 2018 - Decorate a flower pot- using paint, glue or any material - does not have to
is six minutes. State winners will be eligible to perform at Lecturers’ Conference and contain a live plant!
at National Session. • Drawing Contests - A. Ages 5-9 - Draw a picture of Junior Grangers having fun. B.
Ages 10-14- Create a Junior Grange Flyer - that explains what you do as a Junior Granger.
• Photography - 5 categories as indicated below- each contestant can have one entry per
“A NUMBER” CONTEST – Theme “Vacations” – Any number suitable for a Grange category - all pictures must be 4x6 or 5x7 or 8x10 in size. They do not have to be matted
Meeting is eligible. Time Limit: 6 minutes (includes set-up and performance). All or framed.
entries will go to directly to State for judging. Judging will be part of Grange Sunday. 5a - Something celebrating America! 5d - Something not found in nature
Numbers will be judged on presentation, quality, audience appeal, appropriateness of 5b - Something red (bonus pts. for red sneakers/shoes) 5e - Junior Granger selfie
5c - Something in nature
theme, and originality. If anyone is interested in participating in the National Contests for Public Speaking or
Sign-A-Song, please contact a member of the committee by Oct. 1 so contests can be held
COMPLETE PROGRAM – Subject: “Looking In The Rear View Mirror”. This at the State Level during State Session.
program must be presented at your own Grange. Full program must be sent to the National Grange Contests - Theme: “Follow in the Footsteps of the Jr. Grange - 2017”
State Lecturer to be considered. All materials used must be included. While we urge With the implementation of the Jr. +1 Program, we can now ensure that all family mem-
bers are eligible for Junior Grange activities.
you to present your program at another Grange, it is not required. Length 30 – 45 For the National Contests: See Rule Book for details: www.nationaljuniorgrange.org
minutes. Deadline for Entries: October 1st. • Creative Writing Contest • Creative Art Contest
• Mini Scrapbook Contest • JG Photography Contest *NEW*
SHOULD AULD ACQUAINTANCE – Provide assistance to a Convalescent, Nursing or • Digital Scrapbook Contest • Super JG Award
• Jr. Recruiter Award • Public Speaking - National Level
Rest Home at least 6 times during the course of a year. May be programs, gifts, or • Sign-A-Song - National Level
any type of help the home requests. This should be done in the name of the Grange.
If unsure of whether or not you qualify, submit report and let us decide. Deadline for
report: October 1st. Youth
A WORD FROM HOME -- Write to a service man or woman serving overseas in harms’ Jean Meehan, Co-Director, 21 Williams Dr., Prospect 06712 203-758-5653
way. Let’s let our troops know that we care. These can be sent to someone from your Email: jlmehan@yahoo.com
area, you can get addresses at www.anysoldier.com, you can bring them to the State Anne-Marie Knochenhauer, Co-Dir., 127 S. Rd., Lot 5, Groton 06340 860-912-7452
Office or get them to me. Letters must be done in the name of your Grange. Packages Email: anneknoch@gmail.com
should also include a letter. Marianne Nielsen, 15 Nashville Rd. Ext., Bethel 06801 203-748-0463
Ronald Gunther, 15 Nashville Rd. Ext., Bethel 06801 203-748-0463
ESSAY CONTEST -- Write an essay. It should be 150 words or less entitled “My Natasja Jurgensen, 495 Laurel Hill Rd., Norwich 06360 860-222-5752
Favorite Food”. Deadline for entries October 1st. Scrapbooks
Make a Youth Activities Scrapbook showing youth activities in your Grange with
NORTHEAST GRANGE LECTURERS CONFERENCE photos and newspaper articles. These will be judged at the State Session and must be
Vermont will be hosting the Conference in 2017 and Massachusetts in 2018. Please in by 8 P.M. the first day of the Session.
watch the Granger for details. Please watch the Connecticut Granger for details. Posters
All Youth members and those young at heart can promote your Grange with a poster.
LECTURER’S APPRECIATION AWARD There will be two categories. Computer generated and hand-drawn. No larger than
12” x 14”
1. Be responsible for a suitable program at every meeting.
Snap Shot Essay
2. Programs to be between 30 and 60 minutes except on special occasions.
Create a story about your Grange activities by way of taking pictures. Take several
3. Cooperate with your Committees. photos of the planning of the activity through to the finish. Send to one of the State
4. Reports submitted in a timely manner. Youth chairmen.
Grange Month Activity
HONOR LECTURER REQUIREMENTS – Meet requirements for the Lecturer’s During Grange Month in April, each youth chairperson should hold an activity and
Appreciation award plus participate in at least 5 of the above contests or projects. document it. All participants will be recognized. Send documentation of your activity
6 15(4) Presentation of Entry (10%)
Prizes: Awards to be presented at the Annual Connecticut State Grange Session in
October. Legislative Program
Submission Rules: Entries are to be a written description with no limit on length,
and may include a photo, news clipping or sample piece to accompany the description The legislative program of the Connecticut State Grange supports the interests
if appropriate. Submissions should be mailed to Public Relations Co-Director Robert of rural and suburban Connecticut at the local and state levels of government. The
Charbonneau, 102 Spring St., Meriden, CT 06451, or sent via e-mail to publicrelat Grange’s legislative posture is based on over 130 years of continuous concern for
ions@ctstategrange.org prior to the Oct. 1 deadline. Submissions must contain the
the problems of rural and suburban communities in a rapidly changing economic
following information: Name, Grange Name and Number, Address, Phone Number
and social environment.
and E-mail Address.
The Grange is very protective of its non-partisanship in the public forum. Thus,
3.) SOCIAL MEDIA PARTICIPATION CONTEST this positive force is used by the Grange in its approach to legislative matters
Create a Buzz about your Grange, its projects, activities and events by managing and in its discussions of Grange legislative positions. Grange policies, which
a proper Facebook or Twitter page. This contest is open to all Community Granges, originate from its members as resolutions, have emerged to address the needs of
Pomona Granges and Junior Granges. the rural community and the traditional family unit.
Contest Period: Pages must be active at any point within the one-year period prior Resolutions involving legislative issues, which are passed by the delegate body
to the October 1 deadline. at the State Grange Session, are incorporated into the Connecticut State Grange
Submission Rules: Let us know when your Grange has set-up its Facebook and/or Legislative Policy Guide. This is one of the important tools that are used to relay
Twitter pages via e-mail to either publicrelations@ctstategrange.org or information the Grange’s position. The Legislative Guide is distributed to every member of
@ctstategrange.org. Pages must be set-up according to the Social Media Guidelines the Connecticut General Assembly as well as all Pomona, Community, and Junior
specified by the Connecticut State Grange, and be in compliance with the Terms of Granges in Connecticut. The Connecticut State Grange Legislative Committee
Service of Facebook and/or Twitter. also has an active voice at the Capitol during the Legislative session relaying the
Judging Criteria: Facebook and Twitter Pages will be each separately judged Grange’s position and testifying on active bills.
on the following criteria: (1) Page Management - Consistent Updates (30%); (2) Grange members are encouraged to read the Legislative Policy Guide. The
Content - Variety and Accuracy (25%); (3) Overall Appeal (20%); (4) Community committee will communicate to the Granges on active issues throughout the
Impact (20%); (5) Number of Fans / Followers (5%) year through the Granger, or one of the electronic methods of communications.
Prizes: Awards to be presented at the Annual Connecticut State Grange Session in Members are encouraged to take action and contact their local Representatives or
October. Recognition Certificates will be awarded to all Granges who have Facebook Senators to relay the Grange positions on issues.
and/or Twitter Pages. If any member would like assistance in contacting your Legislators or in writing
resolutions contact any member of the Connecticut State Grange Legislative
Junior Grange Committee.
Alma Graham, Director
THEME: “The Junior Granger – The Individual” Echo #180
Junior Grange Co-Directors: 702 Browns Road, Storrs, CT 06268
Michelle DeDominicis, 56 Hills St., E. Hartford 06118; 860-568-2415 Tel. (860) 423-4332
Kathy Tefft, 25 South 2nd Ave., Taftville 06380; 860-222-3035 Legislative@CTStateGrange.org
Committee: David Sanford, Jaimie Cameron, Angelina DeDominicis
The judging for the Big E contests will be held during “Let’s Celebrate” or CWA contests. Charles Dimmick Russell Gray
Cheshire #23 Ekonk #89
Blue Book Contest Rules: 60 Broadview Rd., Cheshire, CT 06410 712 Ekonk Hill Rd, Moosup, CT 06354
• All work must be done by the Junior Member. Tel. (203) 272-6072 Tel. (860) 564-2131
• All entries must be labeled with the contestant’s name, Junior Grange and age as of Leg_Dimmick@CTStateGrange.org Leg_Gray@CTStateGrange.org
January 1st that contest year - Ages 5-14.
• All entries to be sent to State Session in October and must be in place in the Junior
Grange/Hospitality room by 12:00 noon on Friday. George Ward Gordon Gibson, Legislative Liaison
• On most of the contests, there are no specific rules, use your imagination and have Harmony #92 Vernon #52
fun making them. 59 Short St., Shelton, CT 06484 836 Hartford Tpke, Vernon, CT 06066
Contests: Tel. (203) 929-3171 Tel. 860-871-7757
• Regional Craft (Big E) Contest - Make a boat -Not to exceed 6”x6” size - it must be Leg_Ward@CTStateGrange.org GGibson@CTStateGrange.org
able to float. 2018 - TBD
14 7Agriculture Public Relations
Committee:
Chris Bourque, Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colchester No. 78 Terri Fassio (Co-Director) -- 8211 San Angelo Drive, L5, Huntington Beach, CA
agriculture@ctstategrange.org; 860-267-8628 92647; Tel: 860-626-5074; E-mail: Information@CTStateGrange.org (Winchester )
Dennis Jasmine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Riverton No. 169 Robert Charbonneau (Co-Director) -- 102 Spring Street, Meriden, CT 06451;
Jon Russell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Riverton No. 169 Tel: 203-237-4617; E-mail: PublicRelations@CTStateGrange.org.(Meriden)
Nancy Mascio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bridgewater No. 153 Martha Trask -- Tel: 860-637-5159; E-mail: PR_Trask@CTStateGrange.org. (Cheshire)
Ted Powell (Mentor). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lyme Grange No. 147 Don Offinger -- Tel: 203-846-1840; E-mail: PR_Offinger@CTStateGrange.org. (Cannon)
Frank Forrest -- Tel: 860-690-2845; E-mail: PR_Forrest@CTStateGrange.org (Hillstown)
Agricultural Resolutions MISSION STATEMENT:
To be submitted to the Connecticut State Grange for further action. The Mission of the Connecticut State Grange Public Relations Committee is: to
promote the Grange as an identifiable service-oriented organization, staying true to its
agricultural and historical roots while increasing relevancy in today’s communities;
to serve the Connecticut State Grange as its informational conduit to Subordinate
Annual Awards: (Community) Granges and to the public on general or specific items which are of
informational or promotional topics; to work in connection with the Membership
Outstanding Young Agricultural Professional Award Committee to promote and advertise the benefits of The Grange; to assist other
A nominee for the Outstanding Agricultural Young Professional Award should be an Connecticut State Grange committees with their specific promotions; to promote
individual that has demonstrated excellence in their career and is under the age of contests and events which encourage participation of Grange members; and to create
new and unique ways of promoting the Grange in the communities across Connecticut.
30. They must be a Grange Member and can be in any industry as long as they
demonstrate leadership and professional skills. Nominations should include the CONTESTS FOR 2017 & 2018:
following information or forms may be obtained by contacting the Director or the 1.) PROMOTE YOUR GRANGE CREATIVE VIDEO CONTEST
State Secretary. Create a video promoting your Grange. The video can be any length and of any
theme. the video must be created by the Grange (or a member of the Grange) and not
Nominee: Name, Address, Phone, Email. be produced by a non-Grange entity.
Nominated by: Grange Name & No., Contact Person, Phone, Email. Deadline: October 1
Judging Criteria: (1) Originality (40%); (2) Overall Appeal (30%); (3) Likelihood
1. Please describe the industry and position the candidate is involved in.
to Motivate People to Join the Grange (30%)
2. Please describe the difference they have made in their industry, community and/or Prizes: Best of Show submission will receive a certificate declaring their
Grange. achievement and links on the Connecticut State Grnage Social Media outlets.
3. What are the candidate's goals, including any furthering of education? Honorable Mentions will be awarded to all who submit entries. Prizes will be awarded
at the Annual Connecticut State Grange Session in October.
Oustanding Agricultural Professional Award Submission Rules: Upload your completed video to YouTube, then send an e-
A nominee for the Outstanding Agricultural Professional Award should be an individual mail to publicrelations@ctstategrange.org containing the link to your YouTube page
as your submission, as well as your Name, Grange Name and Number, Adress, Phone
that has demonstrated excellence in their career. They must be a Grange member and
Number and E-mail Address. We will send you a confirmation e-mail to verify your
can be in any industry as long as they demonstrate leadership and professional skills entry has been received.
that the Grange stresses. Nominations should include the following information or
forms may be obtained by contacting the Director or the State Secretary. 2.) BEST COOPERATIVE PARTNERSHIP CONTEST
An integral part of Grange public relations is partnering with other local groups
Nominee: Name, Address, Phone, Email. and organizations. This could be a co-hosted event, a co-sponsorship of a project or
Nominated by: Grange Name & No., Contact Person, Phone, Email. initiative, a project to benefit or honor a group/organization, and so much more! Write
a description of how your Grange has integrated/utilized a Cooperative Partnership,
1. Please describe the industry and position the candidate is involved in.
and include a photo to accompany the description if appropriate.
2. Please describe the difference they have made in their industry, community and/or Deadline: October 1
Grange. Judging Criteria: (1) Community Reach (40%); (2) Effectiveness/Impact of
3. What are the candidate's goals? Partnership (30%); (3) Communication/marketing of Cooperative Partnership (20%)
8 13ALL Junior Entries for both contests will be sent to the State Judging. Time
and place to be announced. All entries must be clean and odor free. Prizes will be
- 1st Place - $5.00, 2nd Place - $3.00; 3rd - $2.00.
Family Activities/CWA
REPORT FORMS State Committee:
A report form is given to all Subordinate and Pomona Chairmen to detail their Irene Percoski, 77 West Shore Dr., Enfield 06082 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-749-0463
activities for the year. An award will be given to those Granges achieving the goals tuba83mom@gmail.com
for the year. Edith Schoell, 1750 Tolland Tpke., Manchester 06042 . . . . . . . . . . 860-528-8015
Marge Sendewicz, 2 Cole Place, Danbury 06810 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203-744-1656
The State CWA/Family Activities Committee thanks you in advance for
participating in the projects we have outlined and look forward to reading your
Duties of Pomona Chairman:
year-end reports and the good works you and your Granges have done. 1. Make a short report at each regular meeting.
2. Promote all contests within your Pomona.
3. Assist the State Committee when requested.
Student Loan & Scholarship 4. Encourage your Grange to contribute monetarily to the State CWA projects.
5. Send annual report to State Director by September 15th.
The purpose of this fund is to assist patrons in obtaining a higher education.
Duties of Subordinate Chairman:
An applicant for a loan must be a member in good standing in a CT Subordinate/ 1. Report at each regular meeting.
Community Grange. 2. Explain and promote all contests and projects.
Applications and information are available from the State Grange Secretary’s office, 3. Put on a program (or part of a program) for the Lecturer.
P.O. Box 1393, Glastonbury, CT 06033; 860-633-7550; secretary@ctstategrange.org. 4. Encourage your Grange to contribute monetarily to the State CWA projects.
5. Send a copy of the annual report to your Pomona Chairman AND the
Scholarships are awarded each year to students attending accredited colleges and
State Director by September 1st.
universities. Applications must be made by the students. Forms are available from the
State Grange Secretary. CONTESTS:
NORTHEAST NEEDLEWORK CONTESTS FOR 2017 & 2018
Open to the public, no product requirement.
Social Connection There are 11 classes for competition - Afghans, doilies, embroidery, 3 piece baby
set, plastic canvas, counted cross stitch, adult garment, quilted wall hanging, stuffed
toy, and baby blanket.
Joanne Cipriano, (Director) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beacon Valley Grange #103 ALL items submitted for judging must be clean and odor free.
393 Piedmont St., Waterbury, CT 06706; social@ctstategrange.org Judging at Pomona and State levels only. Subordinate judging not required.
Barbara Robert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bethlehem Grange #121 All first place State winners will compete at the Northeast finals at the Big E.
Brochures and entry forms for the Northeast Needlework contest may be obtained
182 Bamford Ave., Waterbury, CT 06708
from the State CWA, Pomona or Subordinate Chairman.
Granger of the Year Contest: MAKE A BASKET CONTEST - 2017
Each Grange is asked to nominate one of their members who they think qualify to Create a basket using any material. Judging will be on workmanship and crativity.
be named “Granger of the Year”. Applications will be sent to each Grange. Nomina- Judging is at State level only. This contest is for Connecticut only and will not go on
to Northeast Judging. Baskets will be returned.
tions to be sent to the Director by September 16, 2017.
DOOR DECORATION CONTEST - 2018
Fun Time: Create a decoration to hang on a door using any material. Judging will be on
April 29, 2017 – The theme for our Spring activity is “Around the World.” workmanship. Judging is at State level only. This contest is for Connecticut only and
This will be held at Cheshire Grange. Supper will be served at 6:00 P.M. will not go on to Northeast Judging. Decorations will be returned.
Volunteers needed to help with the supper. For further details and for our activity of
2018 please check the Connecticut Granger. CRAFT CONTEST - 2017
The Craft Contest is “Down on the Farm”. You may make any item, in any me-
12 9dium that has anything to do with something found on a farm. Judging is at State Directions: Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt into bowl and set aside.
level only. Cream shortening and peanut butter together; gradually add brown sugar and sugar
There are 2 categories: Needlework and Other medium. and cream well. Stir in flour mixture and mix thoroughly. Chill 1 hour or overnight.
There will be Adult and Youth classes in each category. Form into 1 inch balls and place on greased baking sheet. Flatten with greased fork
making a crisscross pattern. Bake in 375˚ degree oven for 10-12 minutes. Place one
Craft entries are not returned (no exceptions). They are retained by the State
chocolate kiss on cookie while still hot.
CWA/Family Activities Committee to be distributed at their discretion.
CONTEST PRIZES AND JUDGING
CRAFT CONTEST - 2018 Prizes for the needlework contest at the State level will be: 1st Place - $15.00;
The Craft Contest is “Pirates and Treasure”. You may make any item, in any me- 2nd Place - $10.00; 3rd Place - $5.00.
dium that relates to Pirates and/or treasure. Judging is at State level only. Prizes for the craft and baking contests at the State level will be: 1st Place
There are 2 categories: Needlework and Other medium. - $10.00; 2nd Place - $5.00; 3rd Place - $3.00. State ribbons will be given in all
There will be Adult and Youth classes in each category. contests.
Craft entries are not returned (no exceptions). They are retained by the State Time and Place for Judging for the State CWA / Family Activities Contests
CWA/Family Activities Committee to be distributed at their discretion. will be announced.
STATE PROJECTS
BAKING CONTEST - 2017 MONETARY DONATIONS
Open to Grange members, children and grandchildren of members and Junior Grange
Connecticut Granger Trust Fund
members. The contest is for Old Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies. Submit seven (7) on a plate.
Put your name and Grange on the back of the plate. Connecticut State Grange Scholarship Fund
Judging for the baking contest is held in the Subordinate Grange with the winners bak- Camp Berger Maintenance Fund
ing again for the State Judging. My Sister’s Place
Old Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies - yield 2 dozen All monetary donations may be combined in one check and made out to the
Ingredients: Connecticut State Grange and sent to the State Secretary, P.O. Box 1393, Glastonbury,
1/2 Cup butter 1-1/4 Cups sifted all purpose flour
CT 06033.
1/2 Cup shortening 1 teaspoon salt
1 Cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda
1 Cup light brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon ANIMAL SHELTERS
2 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon cloves A special plea for the next two years will be for each Grnage to assist a local
2 teaspoons vanilla 1/2 teaspoon allspice animal shelter or rescue organization. Help with food, clean blankets and towels,
3 Cups old fashioned oats
volunteer your time and money. Animal husbandry is a big part of who we are and the
1 Cup raisins
In a large bowl, combine butter, shortening and sugars. Add eggs and vanilla and beat Grange must show its support.
until fluffy. Combine flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, coves and allspice and add to
creamed mixture. Blend well then stir in oats and raisins. Drop by tablespoons onto cookie FOOD BANKS / SOUP KITCHENS
sheet, 2 inches apart (cookies will spread). Bake at 350˚ for 12-15 min. Cool for 5 minutes As in previous years we encourage donations to local Food Banks/Soup Kitchens.
on cookie sheet, then remove to cooling rack. Please keep track of the hours and amounts of food that your Grange has donated to
include in your year-end report.
BAKING CONTEST - 2018
Open to Grange members, children and grandchildren of members and Junior
Grange members. The contest is for Cross Bones Cookies. Submit seven (7) on a
NEW ENGLAND GRANGE BUILDING COUNTRY STORE
plate. Put your name and Grange on the back of the plate. Items are always needed and appreciated for sale during the Big E. All newly-
Judging for the baking contest is held in the Subordinate Grange with the winners made hand crafted items may be sold in the building. All items may be given to any
baking again for the State Judging. member of the State CWA.
Cross Bones Cookies - yield 4 dozen
Ingredients: JUNIOR PROGRAM
1 Cup shortening 2-1/2 Cups flour
1 Cup peanut butter 1-1/2 tsp. baking soda NEEDLEWORK CONTEST: This contest requires the use of any type of needle
1 Cup brown sugar 1 tsp. baking powder – sewing, crocheting, knitting, etc.
1 Cup sugar 1/2 tsp. salt BAKING CONTEST: The Juniors will use the same recipe as the adults.
2 well-beaten eggs 1 pound chocolate kisses.
10 11ACCOUNT INFORMATION:
(We do not require account numbers or balances)
Account #1: Bank or Institution: _________________________________________________________
Branch: _____________________________________________________________________
Type of Account: ______________________________________________________________
Signers on Account: ______________________________________________________________
Account #2: Bank or Institution: _________________________________________________________
Branch: _____________________________________________________________________
Type of Account: ______________________________________________________________
Signers on Account: ______________________________________________________________
Account #3: Bank or Institution: _________________________________________________________
Branch: _____________________________________________________________________
Type of Account: ______________________________________________________________
Signers on Account: ______________________________________________________________
Account #4: Bank or Institution: _________________________________________________________
Branch: _____________________________________________________________________
Type of Account: ______________________________________________________________
Signers on Account: ______________________________________________________________
Account #5: Bank or Institution: _________________________________________________________
Branch: _____________________________________________________________________
Type of Account: ______________________________________________________________
Signers on Account: ______________________________________________________________
Has your Grange filed its IRS 990-N E-Postcard for the current year? Y/N
Has your Grange filed its Incorporated Societies Report with the State Dept. of Agriculture? Y / N
Only Granges that have halls and hold agricultural fairs are required to file this particular report.2018
CONNECTICUT STATE GRANGE
Executive Committee Report Grange Name & Number
A) September 30, 2017
Cash on Hand $ _______________
Cash in Checking Account $ _______________
Cash in Savings Account $ _______________
Certificates of Deposit (CDs) $ _______________
Other ________________ $ _______________
TOTAL A) $ _______________
TOTAL OF A
B) RECEIPTS: October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018
Dues $ _______________
Fees $ _______________
Committees $ _______________
Interest and Dividends $ _______________
Special Events (Fairs, etc.) $ _______________
Other ________________ $ _______________
TOTAL RECEIPTS B) $ _______________
TOTAL OF B
C) DISBURSEMENTS: October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018
Operating Expense $ _______________
Committee Expense $ _______________
Donations $ _______________
Capital Improvements $ _______________
Other ________________ $ _______________
TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS C) $ _______________
TOTAL OF C D) $ _______________
PROFIT or LOSS for year 2018 (circle one) TOTAL OF B MINUS C
E) SEPTEMBER 30, 2018
Cash on Hand $ _______________
Cash in Checking Account $ _______________
Cash in Savings Account $ _______________
Certificates of Deposit (CDs) $ _______________
Other ________________ $ _______________ E) $ _______________
THE TOTAL OF A PLUS OR MINUS D SHOULD EQUAL THE TOTAL OF E: TOTAL $ _______________
If the two totals are not equal, the report is not in balance and should be corrected as this will be your starting figure for next year.
OTHER ASSETS: LIABILITIES:
Value of Hall $ _______________ Mortgage on hall $ _______________
Value of Personal Property $ _______________ Notes Payable $ _______________
Bonds and Certificates $ _______________ Accounts Payable $ _______________
Other ________________ $ _______________ Other $ _______________
Total $ _______________ Total $ _______________
MEMBERSHIP:
October 1, 2017 Brothers ______ Sisters ______ Total ________
September 30, 2018 Brothers ______ Sisters ______ Total ________
We have examined the accounts of the Secretary and Treasurer this __________ day of ______________________ 20 _______
and find them correct to the best of our knowledge and belief.
_________________________________________
1 Copy SENT TO THE GENERAL DEPUTY _________________________________________
1 Copy for Deputy at Inspection _________________________________________
1 Copy for your records Executive Committee
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(We do not require account numbers or balances)
Account #1: Bank or Institution: _________________________________________________________
Branch: _____________________________________________________________________
Type of Account: ______________________________________________________________
Signers on Account: ______________________________________________________________
Account #2: Bank or Institution: _________________________________________________________
Branch: _____________________________________________________________________
Type of Account: ______________________________________________________________
Signers on Account: ______________________________________________________________
Account #3: Bank or Institution: _________________________________________________________
Branch: _____________________________________________________________________
Type of Account: ______________________________________________________________
Signers on Account: ______________________________________________________________
Account #4: Bank or Institution: _________________________________________________________
Branch: _____________________________________________________________________
Type of Account: ______________________________________________________________
Signers on Account: ______________________________________________________________
Account #5: Bank or Institution: _________________________________________________________
Branch: _____________________________________________________________________
Type of Account: ______________________________________________________________
Signers on Account: ______________________________________________________________
Has your Grange filed its IRS 990-N E-Postcard for the current year? Y/N
Has your Grange filed its Incorporated Societies Report with the State Dept. of Agriculture? Y / N
Only Granges that have halls and hold agricultural fairs are required to file this particular report.2017
CONNECTICUT STATE GRANGE
Executive Committee Report Grange Name & Number
A) September 30, 2016
Cash on Hand $ _______________
Cash in Checking Account $ _______________
Cash in Savings Account $ _______________
Certificates of Deposit (CDs) $ _______________
Other ________________ $ _______________
TOTAL A) $ _______________
TOTAL OF A
B) RECEIPTS: October 1, 2016 - September 30, 2017
Dues $ _______________
Fees $ _______________
Committees $ _______________
Interest and Dividends $ _______________
Special Events (Fairs, etc.) $ _______________
Other ________________ $ _______________
TOTAL RECEIPTS B) $ _______________
TOTAL OF B
C) DISBURSEMENTS: October 1, 2016 - September 30, 2017
Operating Expense $ _______________
Committee Expense $ _______________
Donations $ _______________
Capital Improvements $ _______________
Other ________________ $ _______________
TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS C) $ _______________
TOTAL OF C D) $ _______________
PROFIT or LOSS for year 2017 (circle one) TOTAL OF B MINUS C
E) SEPTEMBER 30, 2017
Cash on Hand $ _______________
Cash in Checking Account $ _______________
Cash in Savings Account $ _______________
Certificates of Deposit (CDs) $ _______________
Other ________________ $ _______________ E) $ _______________
THE TOTAL OF A PLUS OR MINUS D SHOULD EQUAL THE TOTAL OF E: TOTAL $ _______________
If the two totals are not equal, the report is not in balance and should be corrected as this will be your starting figure for next year.
OTHER ASSETS: LIABILITIES:
Value of Hall $ _______________ Mortgage on hall $ _______________
Value of Personal Property $ _______________ Notes Payable $ _______________
Bonds and Certificates $ _______________ Accounts Payable $ _______________
Other ________________ $ _______________ Other $ _______________
Total $ _______________ Total $ _______________
MEMBERSHIP:
October 1, 2016 Brothers ______ Sisters ______ Total ________
September 30, 2017 Brothers ______ Sisters ______ Total ________
We have examined the accounts of the Secretary and Treasurer this __________ day of ______________________ 20 _______
and find them correct to the best of our knowledge and belief.
_________________________________________
1 Copy SENT TO THE GENERAL DEPUTY _________________________________________
1 Copy for Deputy at Inspection _________________________________________
1 Copy for your records Executive Committee
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