Pacific Chapter

Hillsboro Mayor Steve Callaway was recognized by Pacific Chapter Master Councilor Joseph Tuosto with DeMolay International’s Medal of Appreciation at the City Council Meeting of the City of Hillsboro Tuesday November 19, 2024. Dad Bill Clark, PIMC and MC Joseph made remarks thanking Mayor Callaway for his service to youth and to DeMolay in particular.  Joining in the presentation was Dad Warren Cole.  The event was joined by Dad John Coulter, Executive Officer, Dad Gabriel Jones-Gallardo, PICS, Dad James Reardon, Milwaukie Chapter, and Mom Emily Wheelbarger, Pacific Chapter. This civic recognition was a sort of homecoming for Dad Coulter (visiting from Arizona) and Dad Jones-Gallardo each of whom have served or are serving the City of Hillsboro on the Planning Commission.  Also at the Council meeting were members of the Hillsboro Youth Advisory Committee from local high schools, and Boy Scout representatives. This civic service opportunity was a great event to provide recognition for youth service and to provide visibility to Pacific Chapter in the community.

Pacific Chapter, Hillsboro invited members and guests to the Blue Ox to hone axe throwing skills Saturday November 9 at 4:00.  264 E Main Street, Hillsboro.  Members and guests were welcome for two hours of throwing followed by snacks and floats.  Who beat the skills of Master Councilor Joseph Tuosto?  Also joining were SMC Diego Legoretta, PSMC, Tyler Plath, and Eldon Porter.

Pilgrim Chapter celebrated 100 years as one of the premier Chapters in Oregon and in DeMolay International.  Members and Advisors of Pacific Chapter, Hillsboro, joined the event at Redmond Masonic Lodge, Saturday, November 2nd beginning at 4:00, including dinner and a Centennial Program.  Pacific Master Councilor Joseph Tuosto was honored to assist as a floor officer during the program.

Halloween in Downtown Hillsboro is an annual trick-or-treating event happening in the downtown district of Hillsboro.  In 2024, it was on Saturday, October 26th from 3:00-7:00 pm. Trunk or Treat on Main Street (trick or treat from classic cars) was also back and Hillsboro Downtown Partnership  partnered with Downtown businesses, local schools, and more to provide spooky music, performances, people & pets costume contest, a haunted houses, and tons of candy along a very festive route.

Pacific Chapter joined the Masonic Family at Tuality Lodge 176 NE 2nd, Hillsboro,  participating in this fun event adding another trick or treat station within the Lodge.

Upcoming hike to Angels Rest, in the Columbia Gorge, Sunday, October 6.   Meeting at Tuality Lodge, Hillsboro at 1:00, the 2.5 hour hike will be followed by a stop at Rock Wood Pizza.  Join the fun!

Pacific Chapter sponsored a bowling event at Park Lanes in Hillsboro.  Members and guests were welcome with the chance to get acquainted and have some fun while the pins drop. Sunday, Sept 15, at 3:00 p.m.