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The Grand Lodge

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Free & Accepted Masons

Hiram Lodge No. 9 Awards Denise Mathews with Community Builders Award

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Article by Brother Thomas LeBlanc

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Hiram Lodge No. 9 awards Denise Mathews with a Community Builders Award at their Annual Christmas Party. 

Denise has been a teacher for the Claremont School district for many years and in that time has always worked with and for children with special needs. Denise came to our lodge some time ago with a request of support for the summer program in which she is involved called Camp Imagine. This summer camp is designed specifically around the needs of children who may have Autism or some other form of disability which would prevent them from attending a traditional summer camp.

At Camp Imagine, these children learn skills that may help them cope with the normal life as well as discover that they are special not for their lacking but in what they have to offer the community in which they belong. The lodge has helped her organize the funding needed for this program to operate and has done so for the last 4 years with the help of other Masonic organizations as well as the International Order of Odd Fellows.

Denise’s efforts don’t stop there. She has organized the first Relay For Life held in Claremont many years ago and it still runs today. She now goes across the state helping other communities organize and run their relays. She has dedicated her life to the growth of the community and the betterment of those less fortunate.

We the members of Hiram Lodge voted and decided she is deserving of this award.

When asked if she had any words her response was simply,  “I love my job.”

Snowstorm Doesn’t Stop Horace Chase Lodge Christmas Toy Fundraising Breakfast

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Article by Brother Scott Ives

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The Masons of Horace Chase Lodge in Boscawen, NH held their annual Christmas Breakfast on Saturday the 17th, even with the snow falling at a rapid pace. The event is a fundraiser to support the Boscawen Police Department’s, “Christmas for Kids” program. Local officers work extremely hard to try and provide toys on Christmas morning for needy children in the local area. Worshipful Master Michael Drotar said: “The Boscawen Police department is dedicated to making a difference, and the Brothers of Horace Chase Lodge want to be a part of their important work. This year’s breakfast is dedicated to that effort, every dime raised will go to support them!”

“This breakfast is so much fun for Masons, local families, and especially the kids”, said Brother Glen Patterson, Master-Elect of Horace Chase Lodge. Members of Horace Chase Lodge, worked in the kitchen, to feed 80 people, and prepared the dining room for a visit from Santa! The children had an awesome time, sat with Santa, and received a gift from his magic bag! Glenn Patterson, breakfast organizer, for Horace Chase Lodge, said “The event was a huge success, we raised $578.“

Pictured: Officer Michael Cooper, Police Administer Lynne Davis and Worshipful Brother Brian Stiles.

Hiram Lodge No. 9 Masonic Veterans Program

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Hiram Lodge No. 9 Masonic Veterans Program
by Right Worshipful Brother Kenneth Clay, Senior Grand Warden

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Saturday, August 27, 2016: On a beautiful Saturday late summer afternoon in Claremont, NH, the members of Hiram Lodge No. 9 gathered to honor their Masonic Veterans. The event began with the Master, Worshipful Brother David S. Park, recognizing 40 year member, Brother Frank Goss.  Worshipful Brother Park then presented the gavel to our Deputy Grand Master, Right Worshipful Brother John E. Lobdell. Our Deputy Grand Master was honored to present a 60 year Masonic Veteran’s plaque to Brother Robert Kenneth Holbrook.

Numerous family members were present to witness this special day!

Congratulations to Hiram Lodge and these Masonic Veterans.

Horace Chase Lodge Raises $1,087 at 14th DARE  Breakfast

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Article by Bro. Scott Ives

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The Masons of Horace Chase Lodge held their 14th annual D.A.R.E. Pancake Breakfast, on Saturday, April 16, 2016, to benefit the Boscawen Elementary School D.A.R.E. Program! The D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) Program is a police officer-led series of classroom lessons that teaches children from kindergarten, through high school grade, how to resist peer pressure and live productive drug and violence-free lives. It provides the students with factual information about drugs, gangs and violence, and the consequences of becoming involved with them. The program also teaches coping skills to resist the pressure to use drugs, or to become involved in harmful activities. It offers this in their school in an effort to foster a strong relationship with community-based police officer.

“This breakfast brings joy to our lodge! We love having the local families, and especially the kids, visit us,” said Brother Michael Drotar, Worshipful Master of Horace Chase Lodge. Members of Horace Chase Lodge, with financial support from local businesses like The Smoke Shack Southern Barbeque, and the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire, were able to raise $1,100 for Boscawen’s D.A.R.E. program! Brother Rodney Sewall, breakfast organizer, for Horace Chase Lodge, said “the event was a huge success. They came hungry and they left happy!” Master, Michael Drotar added, “We’ll present the check to Chief Kevin Wyman at the June stated meeting. We also want to give a huge thank you to all the servers, the kitchen volunteers, and the Boscawen Police Department for all their help!

Honoring Distinguished Service: Worshipful Brother Alan D. Lugg

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Article by Right Worshipful Kenneth Clay, Senior Grand Warden

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  • Bro. Allen Lugg Receives Sullivan Award

 

On Sunday, April 24, 2016, Most Worshipful Grand Master John F. Gordon presented Worshipful Brother Alan D. Lugg with the Major General John Sullivan Distinguished Service Medal in Bronze. This special ceremony was held in conjunction with the Blazing Star Eureka Lodge No. 11 Veteran’s Program in Concord, NH. Brother Lugg’s family was present to witness the special occasion.

The Major General John Sullivan Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to a New Hampshire freemason who distinguishes himself through service to his lodge and community. The medal is presented in bronze, then silver and then gold.

Congratulations to Worshipful Brother Alan Lugg!

Brother Michael Capobianco Receives the Centenarian Award

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Article by Right Worshipful Kenneth Clay, SGW

Sunday, March 6, 2016; Surrounded by approximately 30 family members, Brother Michael Capobianco of Horace Chase Lodge No. 72 was presented with the Centenarian Award by Most Worshipful Brother John F. Gordon. Approximately 80 members and guests witnessed this impressive event. The Centenarian Award is presented to a Masonic Brother who is celebrating his 100th birthday. Congratulations Brother Capobianco on this great milestone!

Masons Install Officers for 2016 at Horace Chase Lodge

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2016-Officers

Picture Caption: From left to right, first row, Peter Crouch, Glenn Patterson, Michael Drotar, Rodney Sewall, James Triacca, Second row, Joshua Craggy, Scott Nichols, Robert Anderson, Robert Lethbridge, Scott Ives Third row, Wil Nemchick, John Glover, William Parker, Wayne Leary.

Masons Install Officers for 2016 at Horace Chase Lodge At the first annual meeting of the year, Masons at Horace Chase Lodge #72 in Penacook held elections to select their officers for 2016. Elected to lead the Lodge was Brother Michael Drotar, as Worshipful Master, also elected as the Senior Warden Brother Glenn Patterson, and the Junior Warden, Brother Rodney Sewall. The Lodge once more re-elected Worshipful Brother Peter Crouch to the position of Treasurer, and Worshipful Brother James Triacca as Secretary.

Brother Robert Anderson was elected Deputy Secretary. The Master also appointed a number of brothers to help him perform his duties. Scott Ives was appointed Chaplain, Right Worshipful Brother Robert Lethbridge as Marshal, Brothers, Wil Nemchick, and John Glover, were appointed Senior, and, Junior Deacons. Brother Scott Nichols, and Brother Joshua Craggy were appointed as Senior and Junior Stewards, and Brother Wayne Leary was appointed Tyler of the Lodge.

Brother William Parker was also re-appointed as Musician, and Right Worshipful Brother Sumner Goldman was re-appointed as the Historian of the Lodge.

Michael Drotar, Worshipful Master of the Lodge, said of the election, “I greatly appreciate, the honor, and trust that my Brothers have placed in me! The officers were installed, in their offices, this past Saturday, January 30th, at a 2:00 PM ceremony, with friends and family, proudly standing by! A wonderful lunch was prepared to celebrate the event by the Eastern Star. Said Right Worshipful Brother David Hardy, District Deputy Grand Master, for the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire, “Horace Chase Lodge, has a proud history of electing the right officers, at the right time, and this group is no exception. I have great faith, that they will uphold the fine traditions of Horace Chase Lodge!”

Hiram Lodge No. 9 Raffle Supports Rainbow and Demolay

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Article by Brother Thomas Leblanc.

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The winner of the Hiram Lodge No. 9 Chess Table Raffle was no other than Brother Ted Peyron.

His name was drawn on August 4th at the Vermont Lodge No. 18 – Hiram Lodge No. 9 annual exchange by Most Worshipful George J. Deblon, Grand Master of Masons of Vermont. Ted Peyron is seen with his parents Fredrick and Trudy Peyron .

The chess table raised $850 of which both the Demolay and Rainbow will receive a check for $85 as our part in supporting those groups.
Worshipful Brother Mike Huse was pleased to see this prize go to a great home with the Peyrons. He extends his gratitude to Brother Thomas LeBlanc for building it and all those who purchased the tickets.

He is most grateful for Most Worshipful Stewart L. Aronson, Past Grand Master for his contribution to the hidden artifacts placed in the secret compartments built into the table.

Masons Celebrate Community Night at Horace Chase Lodge

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Article by Brother Scott Ives

Masons believe in making a difference in their communities…just ask, the Brethren of Horace Chase Lodge No. 72, of Penacook. They held their annual community night on June 18, 2015. This annual event unites people, and groups that the lodge recognizes, rewards, or sponsors throughout the year, as part of its community outreach.

Brother Michael Drotar, Acting Worshipful Master of the Lodge, said of the event, “Masons love working within our community, getting involved, and lending a hand where we can do good, this is our way of extending Masonic goodwill, outside the walls of the Lodge.”

The event began with a good old fashioned cookout. On the menu for the evening, the brothers prepared a delicious combination of cheese burgers, hamburgers, and dogs, followed later by watermelon. The grill was masterly handled by Brothers Bob Maclean, David Case, and Joe Hardy, with kitchen help by Annette Case. In attendance were members of local Boy Scout Troop 247 and their Scout Master, and Troop leaders. The lodge also welcomed the parents, and children, of the Boscawen Elementary School, who annually learn the Gettysburg Address, and keep its spirit alive. The Chief of Boscawen’s Police Department was in attendance, and received a check from the Worshipful Master for $1,200, the money was raised by the lodge, to support the local Dare program. Chief Wyman was very appreciative, and on behalf of the town, thanked the lodge for its support. Also in attendance were the Horace Chase Special Ladies, and winners of various scholarship programs provided by Masonic organizations.

After dinner, the event moved upstairs to the lodge, the Acting Worshipful Master, Michael Drotar recognized the Lodge’s Special Ladies. These women were praised for their service to the Lodge and their continued commitment to Masonic values after having lost their husbands, all who were members of the Craft.

Next up were three students whose academic achievements, and personal initiative, earned them the following awards and scholarships. The Winner of the Charles L. Foote Award was Claire Guimont; the Horace Chase Lodge Award was given to Anna McFarlin; and the Dr. Charles P. MacGregor Award winner was Noah Seltzer. They were presented by the lodge’s scholarship committee headed up by Brother Mark Ciarametaro.

The Lodge was then treated to the recitation of the Gettysburg Address by the winners of a contest sponsored by the lodge, at the Boscawen Elementary School. The funding provided by Horace Chase Lodge supports a contest held by the school to teach the history of the Civil War. The children memorize Lincoln’s powerful speech. The winners receive a special day, in which they are driven by limousine to the Common Man Restaurant, for a luncheon in their honor, and then they make a trip to the New Hampshire State House, where they are recognized for their performance. All competitors are treated to a pizza feast back at the school.

Horace Chase Lodge #72 F. & A. M., located in Penacook, meets on the third Thursday of each month (except in July and August) at the Masonic Temple in Penacook.

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