The Grange is more than an Agricultural organization. it is a GREAT RURAL/URBAN FRATERNITY. the only one of its kind in the world. The Grange, although different things to different people, is dedicated to improving the economic well-being and quality of life of the American Agriculture producer and his urban neighbors.
The Grange is non-sectarian but supports a belief in God. It stresses patriotism, but is non-partisan. Each Grange, opening in regular form, must have the open Bible displayed and the American flag displayed in the hall. The new member receives the from the Subordinate Grange the first four degrees, the Pomona Grange confers the Fifth Degree, the State Grange confers the Sixth Degree, and National Grange the Seventh Degree.
It is believed the name "Grange" originated in England; early English farms were called "Granges". Many of the titles of the Grange officers come from the same source. For instance, in England the owner of the farm was called the "Master".
The Grange Builds:
People - by working together in a team spirit, recognizing leadership abilities and encouraging individual talent.
Community - By planning activities and projects which benefit the entire community and enhance community pride
State - By encouraging "grassroots" action and leadership in response to public issues.
Nation - By providing members a voice in the nation's capital
- Important Dates (also refer to the calendar in the docs/pubs dropdown menu at the top of this page):
July 25-31 Golden Gate Grange — Rummage Sale Drop Off, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
July 26 Florissant — Heritage Day, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
July 26 Garden Home — Sandwich Hand Out sponsored by Sharing & Caring Christian Center, Feed the City, and Garden Home Grange. Call Rob, 303-935-2833 for details.
July 31 Second Quarter Reports Due.
August1 Marvel Grange — Business Meeting, 7:30 p.m.
August 1 Golden Gate Grange Rummage Sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
August 2 Golden Gate Grange Rummage Sale, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Aug. 6-10 La Plata County Fair, Fair Kitchen Fundraiser.
August 7 Garden Home — Grange Meeting, 7 p.m.
August9 Garden Home — Grange Clean-up Day, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
August 9 Florissant — Paint with Me, 9-11 a.m., Baskets 12-3 p.m.
August9 Sunflower — Grange Meeting, 1-3 p.m. at the Firehouse.
August 9 Pleasant Park — Regular Meeting, 10 a.m., with potluck.
August ? Sunflower — Douglas County Fair History Booth, Sandi Hier and Cherry Ellis. (TBD)
August 11 La Plata Pomona, Clean the Fair Kitchen, 9:30 a.m.
August 13 Maple Grove — Annual Picnic, Marlys Halbeisen’s, 10 a.m.
August 14 Golden Gate — Grange Meeting, 3 p.m.
August 14 Enterprise Grange #25 — Meeting, 6-8 p.m.
August 16 Sunflower — Sidesways Seven at BMan’s, Bruce Hier.
August 17 La Plata — Pomona Picnic, hosted by Mt. Allison. (TBD)
8/22-9/1 Colorado State Fair in Pueblo.
August 30 Marvel Grange — Community Breakfast, 8-10 a.m.
Sept. 1 Granges can begin filing their 990N Postcards with the IRS. Needs to be done to maintain tax-exempt status with IRS.
Sept. 3 Nominations for Quilts of Valor, Outstanding Granger Due to State office.
Sept. 3 Darden Pomona meets at Maple Grove, 5th Degree, 1 p.m.
Sept. 5 Marvel Grange — Business Meeting, 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 6 Progressive Pomona, 12 p.m., Windcrest Retirement Center, Contact Judy Harrison at gsjjharrison@comcast.net.
Sept. 6 La Plata Pomona Exhibit Day at Florida Grange, exhibits accepted from 1 until 2 p.m.
Sept. 10 Officers and Directors Reportsfor State SessionDue to State office.
Sept. 10 Enterprise Grange #25 — Meeting, 6-8 p.m.
Sept.13 Sunflower — TomatoTasting/Harvest Festival at BMan’s.
Sept.13 Pleasant Park — Regular Meeting, 10 a.m., with potluck.
Sept. 18 Garden Home — Grange Meeting, 7 p.m. We will assemble bags to give to the homeless.
Sept. 19 Delegate Forms, Committee Choices Due to State office.
Sept. 19 Meal Reservations Due for State Session.
Sept. 20 Golden Gate Grange — GGFPD AuxiliaryPig Roast, 5 p.m.
Sept. 30 End of Third Quarter.
Sept. 30 Election of Officers for Pomona and Subordinate Granges, Due to State office.
Oct. 2-4 Colorado State Convention at Douglas County Fairgrounds.
Oct. 12 Sunflower — Grange Meeting, 1-3 p.m. at the Firehouse.
Oct. 18 Maple Grove — Breakfast Fundraiser at the Grange.
Oct. 31 Third Quarter Reports Due.
Oct. TBD Sunflower — Pumpkin Weigh-in at Bud’s Bar. Billy Moore “First Friday after the First Frost.”
Oct. TBD Sunflower — Trunk or Treat at Sedalia Elementary, Sandi Hier and Diana Horner-Bates.
Nov. 1 Bonding Information and Payment Due for Subordinate and Pomona Granges.
Nov. 8-16 National Grange Convention Cruise.
Weekly Happenings:
Florissant – Every Tuesday Grange Quilters, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Golden Gate Grange – AA – Every Tuesday, from 7 p.m.
Golden Gate Grange – Yoga – Wednesdays, from 3-4 p.m. Florissant – Every Thursday is Community Potluck and Music.
Florissant – Business Meeting the 2nd Monday of the month at 6 p.m.