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We hope you enjoy the Suffolk Masonic District Newsletter. There are currently 313 subscribers
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Here's what's happening this month
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Grand Lecturer's Convention in Suffolk Masonic District
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The R:.W:. Richard Friedman, the Grand Lecturer of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, visited the Suffolk Masonic District this past Saturday, March 26th, 2022. The Convention was held at Riverhead Lodge and hosted by Peconic Lodge No. 349. The convention kicked off at 2 PM led by our DDGM, R:.W:. Jeff Santorello. The Grand Lecturer made …
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The Lodge of Antiquity No.11 has been running a fundraiser called "Rockin' Seniors" for the last 2 years. They have donated 100 Rocking Chairs to Seniors that needed them. If you know a Senior who would benefit or would like a rocking chair, contact the GLSO, R:.W:. Robert Licata. His email is GLSO@suffolkmasons.com
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Lots of Changes for 2022...a recap
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2021 and 2022 have been very unique years for all and especially Freemasonry. The pandemic had us staying home and trying to organize online video meetings and such just to keep in touch with our brothers. This also gave rise to brainstorming on how we could improve some aspects of the way we do things. To many Brothers, nothing is …
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Riverhead Lodge No. 495, held the 3rd degree for 4 Fellowcrafts being raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason. The degree started at 12 noon-ish and went through the day until just before 3 PM and all parts of the degree were done well and hopefully well understood by the new Master Masons. Congratulations to Bro. Edgar Alverez, Bro. …
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V:.W:. Brother Bruce Siska posted this on BAND and I always like this portrayal or story. I thought it should see a wider audience. So here it is, thank you V:W:. Siska for posting. A member of a certain Lodge, who previously attended meetings regularly, stopped going. After a few months, the Worshipful Master decided to visit him. It was …
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WB George Washington visits Smithtown Lodge No. 1127
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The 18th C. came alive last night at Smithtown Lodge when an unexpected guest arrived. None other than Bro. George Washington (W:. Bill Mountzouros)! He, with the able assistance of Bro. Gary Gudzik, DSA, entertained and ENLIGHTENED the Brethren. The topic was Civility and proper comportment, in the very words of Bro. George (see slide-in photo).
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We are looking for Contributors to the suffolkmasons.com. Submit articles to the Suffolk District Band or send to the Webmaster to add to the website.
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upcoming
Events around the Suffolk District
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in no particular order...
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Want your Event listed? Well you have to let someone know that your having an Event first. Better yet Post it on the Suffolk District BAND and it will automagically get transferred to the District Web calendar; and if done in time...it will make the next month's newsletter. Simple.
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If you read the News item at the top you can logon directly to the District Website and add your events there and sell tickets online with Suffolk District Tickets powered by LIPMA. You can follow this link to do just that -> My Events
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Suffolk District Dinner at Polish Hall 2022 Hope everyone is ready for some kielbasa and kraut along with a great night of Fellowship! Tickets will be on sale soon! Look for coming announcements!
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Click the Read More to Purchase your tickets!
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Star of the East Lodge Pot Roast Dinner
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Mark your calendars!! Our pot roast/ baked ziti dinner is back!!! Take Out Only this year. Tickets - $10.00 Children & $20.00 Adults
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Jr Wardens Breakfast April 24, 2022 8:00 am to 12 noon $15.00 On-Line $20.00 at the door $10.00 kids 10 and under Scrambled eggs, French Toast, Biscuits and gravy, bacon, sausage, grits, oatmeal, home fries, toast Coffee, tea, orange & apple juice ****Raffle**** Grand Prize 65” LG HDTV Other prizes and 50/50 raffle 1246 Roanoke Avenue Riverhead, NY 11901
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You can see the RSVP status of this event in BAND. (V:.W:. Bill De Benedetto added)
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Please join us for our Stated Communication This is Potunk Lodge’s official visit of the R:.W:. Jeffery Santarello, DDGM and the GLSO, the R:.W:. Robert Licata We will have Collation downstairs at beginning at 6:30 PM Lodge opens at 8 PM for delegations.
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Brothers, The summer is only a couple of short months away. The Bus demolition derby at Riverhead is being planned. In the meantime, W:. Schelin has some buses that need prep and painting. This looks to be a great time and get the families involved.
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Oh it’s on!!! Who will come out on top?
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Please check flyer for details. Download the printable flyer here - CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD!
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Our tablets will be GERMANY, NETHERLANDS, IRELAND, SCOTLAND, JAPAN, GREECE, WEST INDIES, and the US We are serving Teas, Finger Sandwiches, and Desserts. With MCs Renay Fetscher & Tai Vicari There will be great RAFFLES, 50/50, and GREAT ENTERTAINMENT. Join us in creating the BEST HAT CONTEST and much more plus goodies! In the payment comment/memo put table choice 1 …
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The Masonic Development Course (MDC) is a great start on education for all Brothers. Don't miss this special course or if you have taken it...take it again. Click here to register Online or obtain the form to print and mail.
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Official Visit of the DDGM and GLSO to Wamponamon Lodge No. 437 Details about collation will be added soon! Check back often for updates and more info.
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Events around the Jurisdiction (and beyond) of Masonic interest
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If you know of an event in the NY Jurisdiction or other jurisdiction that would interest Suffolk Masons, lets us know!
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Thanks W:. Walter Zelaya for this info: Brothers, the famed Garabaldi Entered Apprentice Degree. Done in Italian and Scottish Rite ritual. Contact info on flyer. This year is first come basis.
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Save the Date! This will be the date of the M:.W:. Richard J. Kessler's Ball. Details to be added later.
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THIS EVENT IS OPEN ONLY TO MASTER MASONS THAT ARE MEMBERS OF GRAND LODGES IN HARMONY WITH THE GRAND LODGE OF DELAWARE. The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Delaware will be proud to host the Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree Team. The Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree team is made up of Native American Freemasons from the state …
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Ticketed Events upcoming.
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