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Florida Clubs NewslettersCortez #538 March 2012
Click here for PDF version. Cortez High Twelve Club #538 Bob Rodd, (PSP)
Only 5 Mondays in April which means only 5 Cortez Hi-12 # 538 get together before we go dark until next November. It is not too late for you and, if you have one, please bring your lady, to come and visit us. We have had several visitors over the past 5 months as well as having several of them decide they wanted to officially join our Club. We do have several snowbirds, some from the U.S. and some from Canada and starting around mid March they start heading north. Seems a bit early to me as sometimes they still get that white stuff¸ called snow. Even if that doesn’t happen there is a good chance they will get cooolllddd weather¸ Brrrrrrr. In March we surely did have a lot of fun. Some of the things which, if you were not with us you missed, including our monthly auction, touring of a working dairy farm which included a hayride, etc. We also as a group enjoyed the Sahib Banjo Band as well as a wonderful day out on Bradenton Beach for our annual picnic. We had a great BBQ with beef and chicken which was donated by one of our Cortez Club Brothers, Jim Simpson for which we thank he and his lady Carol very much. We also had many side dishes including some special desserts brought by those attending. We had somewhere around the mid thirties I believe in attendance. Also in March at one of our weekly get-togethers we were enchanted by the lovely country music, with Guitar and song by Sharon who was dressed up totally in country garb and who is the lady of our Club member Harold Rhyno. She kept us spellbound for a half hour.
As I said in the beginning we only have the 5 Mondays in April till we go dark until November. Please come and visit with us. Place Duff’s Original Buffet at the corner of 60th Ave and Route 41 in Bradenton. We usually arrive between 10:30 and 11AM. We eat at 11AM with our program starting around High 12 (Noon). Remember 1st Monday in April (April 2nd) will be our Auction. Other than that it will be a month to eat, visit, make new friends and say see you later to others as they head North for the Summer. If you have questions please email me or give me a call or talk to any of our Club members. Look forward to hearing and seeing you.
Lake Worth #316 January 2012
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THE MASONIC HIGH TWELVE CLUB No. 316 OF LAKE WORTH Our 52nd Year 'The Masonic Social Network Club of the Palm Beaches•
Dinner Meeting- January 17, 2012
Bro..Michael Choman opened the meeting, igniting the Ritual Lights, opening the Bibl e, leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, and giving the opening Invocation. We then welcomed Maurice Vercoe and his Lady Margaret. We have just received noti ce that Lady Edna Toe, a very sweet Lady and beloved companion of Bro.Seymour Beninson, has passed away. Our Club will make a donation in her name to the Wolcott Foundation, and our sincere condolences go to Seymour.
Lady Delitha Dickman, has suffered a stroke and is recovering at the Hamlin Place of Boynton,2180 Hypoluxo Rd. Lantana,FL 33462, phone 561· 582·6711. Visiting hours are from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The President told about his attendance at the one·day Florida High Twelve Convention on December 5, 2011, in The Villages in Central Florida. The Convention was addressed by the current Master of Masons in Florida,M. W. Jim J. Harris, who is himself a High Twelvian. He mentioned that there are 48,000 Masons in Rorida and High Twelve has about 650 members; therefore, there is a great opportunity to go out and obtain the members from that 48,000. Also present at the Convention was Sid Leluan III, the International High Twelve President, who also gave us a dynamic speech encouraging us to grow High Twelve, which now exists in England and Japan, with Mexico and Brazil coming up in the future.
With this encouragement, the President suggested that we proceed to enlist new members and outlined the following steps:
1. Notices of the meetings to be sent to the Secretaries of the various Lodges requesting that the notices of our meetings to be posted on their bulletin boards;
2. During the next four months, a High Twelve member give a short speech about High Twelve at Lodge a lodge Meeting and encourage the attendants to visit us. The content of the speech can be taken from our new brochure, as well as provide information emphasizing how easy it is to become a High Twelvian, the forthcoming meetings, place, time, etc.; and
3. The new High Twelve brochures be left in the Lodges.
In order to follow up on this plan, the following members are going to see that the notices are posted and that High Twelve information is presented at the Lodge meetings:
Eduardo Mondragon Larry Choman AngelPerez Bernhard Kainer Harmonia and Gardens Gulfstream, Bycota, Lantana Palmwood Boca·Delray and Boynton Beach
The President showed the Wolcott Patch given at the Convention to our Club indicating that $9.00 per member had been contributed to the Wolcott Fund during the past year. The patch will be sewn onto the Club's banner.
Henry Siegeland Eduardo Mondragon has agreed to be Directors of the Club for one year and to meet periodically to discuss programs that will attract new members and other matters for the advancement of the Club. In order to make it convenient for new members who attend to business during the day to visit our Cul b, the next three meetings will be the Third Tuesday of the month, evening meetings from 6:30p.m.to 8:00p.m. (At the latest).
The ladies who participate in the Luncheon Meetings have been called and offered transportation to and from the evening meetings.
Lady Bonnie Choman suggested that we send out a survey asking what positions the members are willing to take for carrying on the Club, and also to survey what would be their preferences for future meetings.(Enclosed)
The Little Red School House collected $17.00.
The dues for current members will continue to be $25.00. The President suggested that new members' dues be $35.00 as our dues will certainly increase.
The meeting concluded with Bro. Michael Choman giving the closing prayer, then closing the Bible and the Ritual Lights.
Bernhard Kainer, President Wayne Sinot, Secretary
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Following is a message from the President of the Florida State Association of Masonic High Twelve Clubs:
Please visit the redesigned High Twelve website.
http://www.flhi12.org/index.html
And while you are at the WEB site • take a peak around on the tabs and all the information for you • that's the reason it was done
Also remember we want to publish what you also are- doing so send your newsletters • info • events • pictures • etc Lets make a difference in 2012 ·we need your help
Raymond D. Trudeau, President and Lady Janet
Florida State Association of Masonic High Twelve Clubs, Inc
101 Papaya Cove
Leesburg, FL 34748-8606
Telephone: 352·787-6342
E-mail: rayjan64@embaromail.com
I do the very best I know how ·the very best I can: and I mean to keep on doing so until the end · Abraham Lincoln December 2011
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THE MASONIC HIGH TWELVE CLUB No. 316 OF LAKE WORTH Our December Christmas Luncheon – Friday, December 16, 2011. The members were greeted with traditional Eggnog and background music provided by Mark’s Piano Stylings. The meeting was opened by Bro. Seymour Beninson lighting the Ritual Lights and opening the Bible, then leading the Pledge of Allegiance. Bro. Michael Choman made the opening prayer. Our guests included Ms. Marti Ashcroft, Ms. Roberta Allen, and our Guest Speaker, Ms. Joyce Kaufman, Radio Show Host of AM 850-WTFL. Those celebrating birthdays this month are Adriana Sinot, Marilyn Kay, Bro. Angel Perez, Bro. Roberto Cruz and Yaremy Cruz, and Elizabeth Crowley. (Ms. Dee Dickman, whose birthday is also in December, had a stroke and was reported to be recovering well at JFK). Merry Christmas and Holiday Wishes were received from the Masonic Florida High Twelve President, Ray Trudeau and Lady Janet. Brothers Ross Cooper and Eduardo Mondragon were presented with their Membership Certificates. Our Guest Speaker, Ms. Joyce Kaufman, was introduced and spoke on the importance of keeping the past alive and relevant for present and future generations, by eliciting the remembrances of their lives, be it from relatives, friends, or acquaintances, and recording them. Using methods as tape recordings or dictating memoirs to someone close, these cherished memories become very significant to loved ones. Joyce told about her own special background, her family, and some of her experiences, all making for a very interesting presentation. Lunch was served accompanied by Mark’s Piano Stylings and sing-along of Christmas melodies. Then Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus (Bro. Roy Strohacker and Lady Caroline), in costume, distributed the gifts that the elves had helped them bring from far away. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus also treated us to a lovely duet of “I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas.” And a good time was had by all. A GOOD NEW YEAR WAS WISHED TO EVERYONE. Fraternally, Have you visited your Blue Lodge? November 2011
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THE MASONIC HIGH TWELVE CLUB No. 316 OF LAKE WORTH Our 52nd Year Note! CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2011
Luncheon Meeting, November 17, 2011 The meeting was opened by Bro. Seymour Beninson lighting the Ritual Lights, opening the Bible, then leading the Pledge of Allegiance. The Invocation was given by Brother Michael Choman.
There being many visitors, the President first introduced, Bro.Wayne Sinot, Secretary and Past President, Bro. Larry Choman, Treasurer, and himself, Bro. Bernhard Kainer, President. He then introduced Bro. Murray Kurcbaum and his Lady Betty, Lady Bonnie Choman, ADA of Eastern Star of Lake Worth, Bro. Sidney King and his Lady Edna, Bro. Charlie White, Bro. Ray Trudeau, First Vice President of Florida State Masonic High Twelve and his Lady Jan, and Bro. William Staple, Second Vice President of Florida State Masonic High Twelve and his Lady Sharon.
Birthday of the month is: Sofia Naranjo.
Luncheon was served.
After lunch, Bro. Ray Trudeau and Bro. William Staple inducted Bro. Ross Cooper and Bro. Eduardo Mondagron into our High Twelve Club.
Bro. Ray Trudeau was introduced. Bro Ray thanked everyone for the hospitality given him and his Lady Sharon. He announced that Bro. Sidney King was working actively on creating a High-Twelve Club in Margate, Fl. He then shared the Newsletter of High Twelve of Florida, mentioned the High Twelve of Florida's Web Site expansion to include events and pictures from the Clubs, read a Lady's Poem, and then told that story about the Fried Chicken....
Next, Bro. William Staple was introduced. He thanked the Club for the hospitality he and Lady Sharon had received, and told the story of the farmer and the $500 bill... Bro. William continued by presenting the President a Certificate for Masonic Service as a Representative of the Southern Division of High Twelve of Florida.
Both Vice Presidents and their Ladies were presented gifts from our Club and thanked for their visit.
The meeting was closed by Bro. Michael Choman.
Our next meeting will be our Christmas Luncheon:
Friday, December 16th, 2011 @ 12:00 Noon The Grumpy Grouper, 224 North 3rd Street, Lantana, Florida
Note: A new and beautiful American Table Flag was donated to our Club by Bro. Murray Kurcbaum and his Lady Betty.
TRI County #674
March 2012
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President John Merryman (Carolyn) 753-7778 Treasurer Stewart Davis (Audrey) 751-2493 1st VP John Erb (Lois) 750-4792 Wolcott Rep. Bob Wilson (Elizabeth) 750-1608 2nd VP Masonic Rep. Fred Worthington (Marie) 259-1803 Secretary John Carlson (Issie) 751-0330 Sunshine Renee Braun 751-6883 Chaplain Dan Hodson (Mary) 561-4418 Menu Reservation - Rita Kreider 750-5561 Club Ambassador Merv Harris 753-3505 MARCH 2012
From President John Merryman: Fellow Twelvians: This is a very busy time of the year for us: Valentine's Day and the Sweet Heart Ball (Feb. 18) and these are no sooner over and we are into The Wearing of the Green!! Interspersed with these have been the State Hi 12 Days in Leesburg (Feb.9). Some great news there: While we gave $500 to the Wolcott Fund and $50 help for the State Hi 12 Days expenses, we also came home with a big win in the 50/50 - JOHN CARLSON'S ticket
From 1st Vice President John Erb: Hi to all! Hope you remembered to provide a nice Valentine for that special person in your life. This month brings along several activities for everyone; First, Our Sweetheart Ball on Feb. 18th. Hope you planned to attend and enjoy the evening. Then, President's Day is Monday, 2/20- another day to fly your flag. Ash Wednesday follows on the 22nd. Our March monthly luncheon menu will feature Corned Beef and Cabbage, especially for the followers of St. Patrick's Day. (Don't worry about all the green finding its way into the red meat!) We'll also have some Oven roasted potatoes, buttered carrots, with apple cobbler for dessert. The option of the Silver Lake Salad is always there Our entertainment will be provided by the Villages Harmonica Band. Please remember our annual Picnic to be held on April 21st at the Hickory Point Park.
From 2nd Vice President:: At the moment we have no 2nd VP; however, in the event one of you could find the time to serve in this position for the good of The Tri-County High Twelve please call John Merryman at 753-7778
From Secretary John Carlson: Now that winter is almost over and spring is knocking at our doors, its time to start thinking about our up coming picnic. This year the picnic is April 21st. at Hickory Point Park. The officers are now planning this years actives. With the picnic being later in the month, the weather should be great. So pack up your family, bring your friends and a passing dish for a great time.
Tri County High Twelve Board Meeting Will be held March 14, 2012 at 10:00 AM at Paradise Center in the Lucille Ball Room. All Officers are expected to attend. All members are welcome to attend however only Board Members may vote. Meetings last only 1 1/2 hours. See you there.
From Past President and Walcott Representative Bob Wilson: At each monthly meeting of Tri County High Twelve Club I bring golf balls to help support Wolcott. They are only $5.00 for 18 balls and they are in playable condition. Why not take a look. I, also, bring the 2012 Wolcott Pins which are also $5.00 each and if you purchase a 2012 Pin you will get a 2011 Pin as well, as long as the 2011 Pins last. Don't forget that we will gladly accept donations for Birthdays and Anniversaries. . God Bless
From Masonic Representative:
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October and December beginning at 7:30 PM.
February 2012
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***CONGRATULATIONS TO THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR BIRTHDAY OR ANNIVERSARY IN FEBRUARY*** From President John Merryman: Here we are at the threshold of another New Year: new challenges, new opportunities, new problems, new horizons, new goals, new resolves, new strengths, new relationships and new motivations. Most of these new things will be faced and undertaken with gladness and energy, but some will be faced with sadness and a sense of sorrow and weakness. The latter is where our Brotherhood can be a source of great strength if we will but allow it. When your Hi 12 Brothers and Sisters offer their shoulders, their arms and hands in help, please accept them, for that is our Maker's way of coming into our lives at the time of our needs, His answers to your prayers for help. Service to our fellow members of the household of faith is our first obligation. That will be a hallmark of this Club's activity this year. Most of the program we are building will be services to our members, visitation and transportation being the first things we are adding to our activities on your behalf. John Erb, Ken Corey and Stewart Davis are leading us in visits to our Hi 12 family members who are needing From 1st Vice President John Erb: Greetings to all of you High Twelvians, Ladies, and special guests. Let's keep the faith and surely it will warm up soon! Did you know there are 1,892 clubs meeting in the Villages? Our High Twelve Club is at the From 2nd Vice President:: At the moment we have no 2nd VP; however, in the event one of you could find the time to serve in this position for the good of The Tri-County High Twelve please call John Merryman at 753-7778 From Past President and Walcott Representative Bob Wilson: At each monthly meeting of Tri County High Twelve Club I bring golf balls to help support Wolcott. They are only $5.00 for 18 balls and they are in playable condition. Why not take a look. I, also, bring the 2012 Wolcott Pins which are also $5.00 each and if you purchase a 2012 Pin you will get a 2011 Pin as well, as long as the 2011 Pins last. Don't forget that we will gladly accept donations for Birthdays and Anniversaries. I have tickets available for this years Sweetheart Dance which is February 18th 7-9 PM. Music is going to be provided by Jim Nelson "The Entertainer". I have heard from him this week and he is looking forward to our Dance. Get your tickets now while you have a good choice of tables. Call me at 750-1608 for individual tickets or to reserve a table. See you at the next meeting and I hope at the Sweetheart Dance. God Bless High Twelve Day 2012 Live Entertainment; Door Prizes; 50/50; Chinese Auction* MENU ENTERTAINMENT 10:30 AM Lady Rita Neilson, RESERVATIONS: Tickets will be held for pick-up at the door. Please make your reservations and pay for them early to ensure seating for you and your group. “Come join us for food, fun and fellowship” Attention Club Officers: Remember to bring your Club Banners! Chairman: Gordon Yahr 352-259-3029 Co-Chairman: David Neal 352-589-6788
From Masonic Representative Fred Worthington:
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October and December beginning at 7:30 PM.
Fraternally,
BRING “POP TOPS” FOR SHANDS PEDIATRIC-DIALYSIS PROGRAM - BRING “BOX TOPS” OR “LABELS” FROM GENERAL MILLS PRODUCTS WHICH STATE EDUCATION ON THEM - HARMONY IS THE STRENGTH OF ALL SOCIETIES, ESPECIALLY OURS
January 2012
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From President John Merryman: Fellow Hi Twelvians: Since this is the season to be jolly, I will dispense with business as usual and wish you all the merriest Christmas ever; to our Jewish brothers and sisters, the happiest Hanukkah ever. May you all be surrounded with those whom you love, and by whom you are loved. May your health be such that life's enjoyments can be
From Past President Bob Wilson: Get your table and tickets for the upcoming Sweethearts’ Ball to be held on February 18th at La Hacienda Rec Center. Tickets may be purchased from Don Graupner (259-8383) or Bob Wilson (750-1608). Wishing you a Happy Holiday Season. God Bless
From 1st Vice President John Erb: It's the Holiday Season!! ~~ I wish for you and yours the very best of the season.
From 2nd Vice President:: At the moment we have no 2nd VP; however, in the event one of you could find the time to serve in this position for the good of The Tri-County High Twelve please call John Merryman at 753-7778
From Secretary John Carlson: Issie and I want to wish everyone a Happy New Year. As we start this new year ,we the officers want and need your help. If this club is going to survive we need your input. Your ideas are important to us. Tell us what we can do to stop the decline in membership. Please mail your dues to me at the address on the form you got in the mail.
Tri County High Twelve Board Meeting Will be held Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 10:00 AM at Paradise Center in the Lucille Ball Room. All Officers are expected to attend. All members are welcome to attend however only Board Members may vote. Meetings last only 1 1/2 hours. See you there.
From Walcott Representative Bob Wilson: The weather is just right for golf. Golf Balls are available for sale $5.00 per 18. The proceeds alll go to the Wolcott Foundation. I also have Wolcott Heritage Bonds for those who would llike to honor someone or in Memory of a loved one or friend. Lately members have been writing checks on Birthdays and Anniversaries which are really appreciated. See you all at the next meeting. God Bless
From Masonic Representative Fred Worthington:
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October and December beginning at 7:30 PM.
Orlando #435
January 2012
Click Herefor PDF version. Orlando High Twelve Club # 435 News January 2012 Orlando High Twelve No. 435 met on the 3rd Monday of the month at Perkins Restaurant in Orlando and approved one new member, Paul Tinsley, and agreed to support the Masters and Wardens Scholarship for Kids, A Masonic Golf Outing, for District 17 The program for the day was President Raymond Trudeau with Vice Presidents Gordon Yahr and David Neal. It was a pleasure for the club to hear from our President and his Vice Presidents. Our President, Mike Hemphill, was at home recovering from open-heart surgery and First Vice President Ed Smallwood filled in and shared the following information. Please share the following information Orlando High Twelve Club # 435 News January 2012 The 17th Masonic District Masters and Wardens Scholarship for Kids Golf Outing is scheduled for Saturday, April 28, at Kissimmee Bay Country Club. Tee off is at8:30 am following breakfast. Individuals may sign up for $85 each or $340 for a foursome. Hole sponsors are $30 and beverage cart sponsors are $125. Corporate Sponsors or individual scholarship sponsors are $500. Each player will receive golf, cart, range balls, breakfast, lunch, tee prizes, and a special gift. Contact Ed Smallwood In 2011 five scholarships had been awarded as a result of this effort
Sun Coast #418
February 2012
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2012 - February Sun Coast Masonic High Twelve Club No. 418 2012 Officers
President Robert J. “Ray” Bearns 1stV.P. Eugene E. “Gene” Ashcroft 2ndV.P. Charles “Charlie” Briggs 3rd V.P. Sec-Treas Robert R. “Bob” Smith Wolcott Rep Horace A. Langston Masonic Rep Eugene E. “Gene” Ashcroft Chaplain Edwin “Ed” Irwin Sgt at Arms Arthur T. “Art” Kimball Directors All Members of the Club
We are still looking for a 3rd V.P. and a Treasurer. Anyone interested in either position, please contact the Club President, Ray Bearns.
We are still looking for any advertisers to help support the cost of printing and mailing this monthly news letter. Cost is $10 for a business size ad for 10 issues per year. It will be printed on the back page of this news letter.
The December Christmas Party was a big success and by all accounts, everyone had a great time. We are planning a “Fire Cracker” picnic in sometime in July.
Sun Coast Masonic High Twelve Club No. 418
Schedule for February, 2012
All meeting at the Holiday VFW Hall 4619 Bartlet Road Holiday, FL 34691
All Club Meetings Start At 11:30 a.m.
Wed, Feb 1 Business Meeting (30 Minutes) followed by lunch Wed, Feb 15 Speaker - Robert R. Smith “Washington, the Farmer” Thu, Feb 23 Officers Meeting - 11:00 a.m. Order from the Menu
All members of the club are encouraged to attend and participate in the officers meeting.
On the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays we will have a salad bar and a choice of 2 entrees. Ladies are invited to all Wednesday Meetings. See you all in February |
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