STATED MEETINGS
First Monday of Each Month at 7:30 PM
Dinner Prior to Meetings at 6:30 PM
WISTARIA CHAPTER #531
108 S. Thor Street, Turlock
2026 Stated Meetings
Emphasizing the Positive "Bee" Attributes in Eastern Star
"Bee"lieve that you can be the positive influence in everything
All Stated Meetings are Preceded by
Dinner at 6:30 PM
at No Cost to Members & Their Guests
December 1, 2025
BEE CHARITABLE
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Pajamas & Birthday Wrap for Foster Kids
Suggested Attire: Blast from the Past Formal
January 5, 2026
BEE INDUSTRIOUS
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Underwear for Kids at Haven House
Suggested Attire: Career Day Casual
February 2, 2026
BEE LOYAL
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Signed Valentines & Goodies for Veterans
Suggested Attire: Super Bowl Football Casual
March 2, 2026
BEE JOYFUL
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Game Books & Goodies for US Soldiers &
Candy for Foster Kids
Suggested Attire: Disney Casual
April 6, 2026
BEE SUPPORTIVE
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Card Games & Books for Shriners' Kids
Suggested Attire: Tie Dye Casual
May 4, 2026
BEE FRIENDLY (Friendship Night)
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Personal Care Items for Residents at SLC
Suggested Attire: Tropical Nights Casual
June 1, 2026
BEE DEPENDABLE (Memorial)
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Food & Paper Goods for Westside Kids
Suggested Attire: Formal
July 6, 2026
BEE HONORABLE
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Backpack Supplies for Local Students
Suggested Attire: Western Wear Casual
August 3, 2026
BEE COOPERATIVE
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Backpack Supplies for Local Students
Suggested Attire: Back-to-School Days Casual
September 7, 2026
BEE RESPONSIBLE
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Used Towels for Local Animal Shelters
Suggested Attire: Tropical Nights Casual
October 5, 2026
BEE DEDICATED (Elections)
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Candy for Foster Kids
Suggested Attire: Crazy Socks & Sweaters Casual
November 2, 2026
BEE THANKFUL (Farewell)
Suggested Pay it Forward Donation: Return Final Monies in Coin for Cause Jars
Suggested Attire: Autumn Casual
Members, those items that are listed as "suggested" are just that. If you are unable to dress in the evening's attire or contribute a Pay It Forward Donation, please come to our meetings and feel conformable to dress in whatever you feel is appropriate without bringing a donation. We just want you to come and be a part of our wonderful Chapter.
SAVE THE DATE
Sunday, December 21, 2025 ~
Northern San Joaquin Luncheon & Meeting at Wistaria Chapter
Sunday, January 18, 2026 ~
Catered dinner to welcome and honor our NSJA members serving in 2026 as Grand Officers, District Grand Deputies & Grand Representatives at Wistaria Chapter (fee TBD)
Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM ~
Catered Member Appreciation Dinner & Movie at Denair Gaslight Theater (no fee)
Sunday, May 31, 2026 ~
WGM/WGP Official Visit at Pentalpha Chapter in Manteca