Books

The Odd Fellows’ Primer is a work cut from the same cloth as the great 19th century manuals written by luminaries such as Rev. Aaron Grosh and Paschal Donaldson, designed to give the initiate everything they need to practice and live Odd Fellowship in the lodge and beyond. 

Nearly lost to the ages as membership declined and members slowly shifted from symbols to the written word, the rich and ancient symbolic language of Odd Fellowship is revived, updated, and expounded upon in this modern, approachable book by Odd Fellow, fraternalist and noted author John Michael Greer.

The District Deputy’s Guide provides simple, down-to-earth instructions for serving in the office of District Deputy Grand Master within the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. 

The work has been updated and revised for all jurisdictions under the authority of The Sovereign Grand Lodge, so that all Grand Lodges have access to a ready-made, easy-to-understand, comprehensive training manual for their DDGMs.

This Odd Fellow themed joke book knows that it’s cheesy and leans into the dad joke humor with a wide grin. Picture a charming treasury of jokes punctuated by delightful illustrations capturing the whimsical spirit of the Order. Being an Odd Fellow isn’t all solemn obligations, secret handshakes, and weighty ceremonies.

The Odd Fellows Chaplain History and Manual is a first-of-its-kind guide for chaplains at every level of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. It is an invaluable resource for any Odd Fellow looking to balance the needs of our diverse membership with an adherence to the traditional requirement of belief in a Supreme Being.

Join young Russell on his enchanting adventures to the tall, brick lodge with his father, Harold, “The Anteroom Kid.” Every Tuesday evening, dressed in his smartest outfit and brightest smile, Russell is filled with curiosity and wonder as he waits in the cozy anteroom while his father attends meetings. This heartwarming story celebrates the power of imagination, connection, and the joy of unknown adventures, reminding young readers that sometimes, the most magical experiences come from just waiting for the door to open. “The Anteroom Kid” is a delightful exploration of curiosity and the warm bond between father and son, all wrapped in the charm of community and tradition.

“The Shocking Secret History They Didn’t Teach You in Lodge”

Finally, the definitive Odd Fellows history book for members who have lost their marbles. In these pages, you will find the answers to questions you never thought to ask, such as“Why shouldn’t you hire Thomas Wildey to cater your next lodge banquet?” Brothers, Sisters, and others of questionable sense, prepare yourselves for a playful romp through over 200 years of Odd Fellows history in all of its rhinestone-encrusted and kazoo-trumpeted glory. If you don’t find this more amusing than the cabbage in the Jell-O casserole at your next Rebekah meeting, Schuyler Colfax is my uncle. By the final chapter, you’ll either have found your missing marbles or realized you’re much better off without them.