Luxembourg Brotherhood of America

Today, it consists of four sections located in the Chicago area and is dedicated to maintaining strong ties between the Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg and its American emigrants and their descendants.

supports local events and works closely with the Luxembourg American Cultural Society in Belgium, Wisconsin.

[2] There were 25 men present at that first meeting, all who paid $0.25 initiation fee each to join the club.

On December 8, 1888, the Luxembourg Bruderbund was incorporated by the State of Illinois as a benevolent, charitable and sociable organization, which offered death benefits to its members.

The Supreme Assembly (Convention) is an annual meeting held by the members of all of the Sections, and is held at a place designated by the Grand Lodge on the third Thursday in May at the hour of 6:00 PM or at such other time as the Grand Lodge may appoint in writing.

Only those members who are in good standing in their Sections may attend and vote on matters before the Supreme Assembly.

Each member in attendance, regardless of section, shall be entitled to one vote on each matter to come before the Supreme Assembly.

GRAND SECRETARY - The Grand Secretary: 1) Keeps a true record of all the meetings of the Supreme Assembly and Grand Lodge; 2) Acts as custodian of all books, documents, seal and any other property which may come into his or her possession during the term of his or her office, and delivers same to his or her successor after his or her installation; 3) Issues the call for the meetings of the Grand Lodge and Supreme Assembly and informs the Sections of any other official acts of the Grand Lodge; 4) Issues the charters and membership certificates, keeps a record of all the members and shall report to the Supreme Assembly about the initiation of new members, rejected candidates, suspended or expelled members; 5) Keeps a correct list of all charters issued to the Sections, the telephone numbers and addresses of all Section members and of the Officers of the Sections; 6) Reports to the Supreme Assembly about the conduct of his or her office during the preceding year; 7) Keeps a record of the individual bonds of the Officers and maintains said bonds in his or her custody; 8) Performs any other duties which may be entrusted to him or her by the Grand Lodge or the Supreme Assembly in accordance with these By-Laws.

TRUSTEES - The Trustees: 1) Supervise all the assets of the Brotherhood; 2) Invest the funds as ordered by the Supreme Assembly or the Grand Lodge; 3) Conduct an annual audit of the books of the Grand Secretary and Treasurer, Committees and Officers which may receive or disburse any money of and for the Brotherhood prior to the meeting of the Supreme Assembly; 4) Be the custodian of all assets of the Brotherhood.

Section 3 is now based in Glenview, IL and meets at Hackney’s on Lake St.

During the 90’s, when the Grand Lodge discontinued insurance benefits to all members, and partially due to distance, some sections, including 7 lost their connection with the L.B.A., however, the Aurora Brotherhood maintained their connections within the community, hosting dinners, picnics, and many other activities.

SECTION 15 is based in the North and Northwest suburbs of Chicago, and is led by dedicated descendants of Luxembourg’s immigrants.

Section 15 are part of the Grand Lodge which offers membership to all persons both those of Luxembourg heritage and those interested in all things Luxembourgish.

Section 15's annual installation of officers dinner is held in January, and they meet quarterly on the third Wednesday of April, July and October.

In the spring, there is the famous Sauerbraten Dinner with raffles, door prizes, the Wheel of Sausage and dancing.

All Luxembourgers, male and female, their descendants and associates, may at the discretion of the Section membership become a member, providing they are not less than sixteen (16) years of age, and there are no objections as to their character.

Source:[11] A general meeting, to which every member can expect an invitation issued by the Financial Secretary, is held quarterly.

No later than its April meeting, the President shall poll his or her members and determine which of them plans to attend the Supreme Assembly.

All Section Officers should make every reasonable effort to attend the Supreme Assembly.

In case of the death of a member he or she shall make all reasonable efforts to attend to all such customary duties as are required.