Local girls admitted to Masonic youth group

TILTON — Pemigewassett Assembly #28 of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls recently welcomed three new members at the Masonic Temple in Tilton. Joining from New Hampton were Iris Adams, Katelyn Cabral, and Kaylee Fournier. Prior to turning 11 years old, these girls had been active as Rainbow Pledges. Four generations of one family and three generations of another family witnessed the beautiful initiation performed by Rainbow Girls throughout New Hampshire.

The Pemi Assembly also recently welcomed Amanda White, Grand Worthy Advisor, and Joan Smith, Supreme Inspector for New Hampshire Rainbow, for their official visitation. In addition to opening their meeting in ritual form, the Pemi girls entertained everyone with a skit that they created about Amanda’s and Mum Smith’s adventures in China.

The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls is a non-profit, Masonic youth service organization for girls ages 11-20. It teaches the virtues of effective leadership; a true sense of patriotism; dignity of character; respect for the outdoors; higher ideals; the importance of a belief in a Supreme Being; cooperation; love of home, family, and friends; unselfish service to others; and mutual respect for all. Girls have a chance to achieve and excel, fostering self-esteem in a fun and exciting way. Members earn awards for their activities and scholarships are available for those seeking higher education.

The Pledge Group is also available for younger girls ages 8 to 11. This group gives younger girls the chance to participate in Rainbow activities, earning awards and having lots of fun along the way.

For further information, visit www.NHRainbow.org, or www.gorainbow.org, or www.facebook.com/NewHamshireRainbowforGirls.