Valley of the Merrimack
This will be a joint Reunion with the Valley of Lowell at the Lowell Masonic Center.
Presentation of the Fifteenth Degree — Knight of the East with a live cast of members of the Valleys of The Merrimack and Lowell.
From 6:00 to 7:00 PM we’ll be making Brother-to-Brother calls to members of the Valley. Complimentary pizza and soft drinks will be provided for all callers.
At 7:00 PM we will have our regular Executive Committee meeting
Open to all members of the Valley. Dress: Casual
Open to all members of the Valley. Dress business casual
The evening will begin at 6:30 with an educational segment for new (and old) members and a review of the duties of the Valley Officers.
At 7:30 we’ll join our guests in the social room for a tasting of several craft beers with a discussion of craft beer styles and appreciation. Snacks will be provided.
Open to: Members of the Valley and their guests, including spouses and prospective Scottish Rite Masons
Dress: Business Casual
NOTE LOCATION: 7 High Street, Andover
For more information, contact Brother Daniel E. Burns, 32, MSA
Open to all members of the Valley, the meeting will be held online via Zoom. Contact the Secretary if you need the link
5:30 P.M. Registration and Social.
Master Masons may join Scottish Rite at this meeting. Presentation of Fourth Degree—Builder— in video format. If you are a candidate or sponsor, please contact the Secretary to enroll.
6:30 Dinner.
7:15 Open Lodge and Council.
Short business meeting
Presentation of one of the Perfection degrees in video format.
At 8:00 P.M. there will be a Watch Party: Thursday Night at the Rite, presented by Supreme Council NMJ.
Collation
Join us for for our first Family Life event of 2025. The Merrimack College Warriors will visit the Tsongas Arena to take on the UMass Lowell Riverhawks.
For tickets, contact Brother C.S. Gugger.
Open to: Members of the Valley of the Merrimack and their guests.
Presentation of the Seventeeth Degree — Knight of the East and West
Charitable Opportunity. Bell Ringing for the Salvation Army.
Again this year volunteers from the Valley of the Merrimack will ring bells and collect donations for the Salvation Army.
Theme: Men in Tuxes
Contact Rich Pettengill for details and to volunteer
Charitable Opportunity. Bell Ringing for the Salvation Army.
Again this year volunteers from the Valley of the Merrimack will ring bells and collect donations for the Salvation Army.
Theme: Men in Tuxes
Contact Rich Pettengill for details and to volunteer
Charitable Opportunity. Bell Ringing for the Salvation Army.
Again this year volunteers from the Valley of the Merrimack will ring bells and collect donations for the Salvation Army.
Theme: Men in Tuxes
Contact Rich Pettengill for details and to volunteer
5:30 P.M. Social Period. Holiday Party.
Master Masons may join Scottish Rite at this meeting. Presentation of Fourth Degree—Builder— in video format. If you are a candidate or sponsor, please contact the Secretary to enroll.
6:30 P.M. Dinner. $20 cash for members; guests are free
7:15 P.M. Opening of Lodge and Council.
Presentation of milestone membership certificates
Holiday Party
Open to: Members and Guests
Dinner Reservations are Required. Officers have standing reservations. Contact Brother Paul Bruk, 32 @ pbruk@comcast.net or text at 978-888-5619; All Brothers should make reservations for guests. IMPORTANT: Officers should notify Brother Bruk if they are unable to attend.
Please advise ASAP if you have special dietary restrictions.
A Merry Music Hall Christmas
RAY CORNILS, ORGAN
GREG GETTEL & ROBINSON PYLE, TRUMPETS
RON WILLIAMS, VOCALIST
DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 P.M.
For tickets contact Brother Dan Burns
We will deliver poinsettia plants to our senior members and widows of deceased members.
If you would like to participate in this charitable opportunity, please contact the Secretary.
Open to members of the Valley.
You and your family are cordially invited to march (or walk) with the Valley of the Merrimack, Saggahew Lodge, Newburyport Commandery No. 3, J. G. Whittier Chapter of DeMolay, and Aleppo Shriners parade units in the 60th Annual Haverhill Santa Parade.
9 A.M. to 12 Noon. Pancake breakfast at Haverhill Masonic Building, 111 Merrimack Street
Shortly before Noon we will assemble for the parade at the Haverhill Masonic Building and take shuttles to the starting location (Hunking School).
Attire
Installed Lodge Officers: Tuxedo, black bowtie, collars, white gloves, and apron. Masters of lodges are encouraged to wear top hats. No jewels
Members: Dark jacket, tie, and apron. No jewels
Families: Festive holiday attire
Parade Theme: Diamonds are Mrs. Claus’ Best Friend
To sign up and for more information, please contact Br. Dan Burns
Our November Reunion will feature a veterans’ program under the direction of TPM Richard W. Pettengill, 32°
Open to: Members and Guests
5:30 P.M. Social
6:30 P.M. Dinner. $20 Cash. Yankee Pot Roast, Carrots & Mashed Tater, Salad, Rolls & Butter
7:15 P.M. Opening of Lodge and Council. Admission of Guests. Veterans’ Program
5:30 P.M. Registration and Social Hour. Social Hour: Charcuterie Board Presentation of the Fourth Degree — Builder (Video Format)
6:30 PM Dinner
Dinner: $20 Cash; Salad; Meatloaf With or Without Gravy; Mashed Potatoes; Green Beans; Dessert: Apple Pie a la Mode
7:15 P.M. Receive the Deputy for Massachusetts.
Presentation of the Fifth Degree — Perfect Master with a live cast from the Valleys of The Merrimack and Lowell..
Other Business
Closing
Social Period
Dinner Reservations are Required. Contact Brother Paul Bruk, 32 @ pbruk@comcast.net or text at 978-888-5619;
Please advise ASAP if you have special dietary restrictions.
We will be collecting donations of disposable diapers for the Anchor of Hope program. Sizes 5 and 6 are needed especially
Open to: All Scottish Rite Masons
Invite a Master Mason to dinner and a presentation of “The Interview.”
Summer night baseball. Take in a ballgame as the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays) host the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (Double-A affiliate of the New York Mets) at Manchester.
The Valley has tickets for the game on Friday, July 12, 2024. The game begins at 6:35 pm. Tickets are $20.00 each and include the price of admission, a hot dog, bag of chips, and a drink voucher. Please contact the Secretary, Brother Kevin Buckley at kjbjrafam@gmail.com to reserve your tickets.
Carpooling: Meet at the Park and Ride lot at the Dascomb Road exit on Route 93 at 3:45 PM. Carpools will depart from the lot at 4:00 P.M.
Presentation of Fourth and Sixteenth Degrees
For tickets contact csgugger@verizon.net or call 781-632-7463
Presentation of Fourth and Seventh Degrees.
Joint reunion with Lowell Lodge of Perfection.
Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: Haverhill
to schedule an appointment.
LOOKING FOR A CHARITABLE OPPORTUNITY AT HOLIDAY TIME?
On two consecutive Saturdays in December, December 16 and 23, Brothers from our Valley will ring bells to help fill Salvation Army kettles.
If you can donate a couple of hours (or a day) to collect money to support those in need — people who range from infants to the elderly, our Thrice Potent Master, Richard W. Pettengill, 32° can use you.
He’s got a theme. “Men in Tuxes,” so wear a tux, or a dark suit and tie, and get into the fun of it.
Rich says, “Thanks from me for giving the most precious gift of all, YOUR TIME, as your time, unlike money, can never be regained.”
Contact TPM Rich Pettengill at Richard@ccbgroup.org to sign up. Wives, sweethearts, and children are welcome to ring with us.
LOOKING FOR A CHARITABLE OPPORTUNITY AT HOLIDAY TIME?
On two consecutive Saturdays in December, December 16 and 23, Brothers from our Valley will ring bells to help fill Salvation Army kettles.
If you can donate a couple of hours (or a day) to collect money to support those in need — people who range from infants to the elderly, our Thrice Potent Master, Richard W. Pettengill, 32° can use you.
He’s got a theme. “Men in Tuxes,” so wear a tux, or a dark suit and tie, and get into the fun of it.
Rich says, “Thanks from me for giving the most precious gift of all, YOUR TIME, as your time, unlike money, can never be regained.”
Contact TPM Rich Pettengill at Richard@ccbgroup.org to sign up. Wives, sweethearts, and children are welcome to ring with us.
Join us for an evening of sociability and holiday fun.
Valley of the Merrimack
Date: Thursday December 14, 2023
Place: Haverhill Masonic Building, 111 Merrimack St., Haverhill, Mass.
5:30 pm— Social
6:30 pm— Meeting. Any such business as may come before the Valley of the Merrimack
7:00 pm— Dinner – Chicken Piccata w/ Rice Pilaf Cost: $20.00
Every member may bring 1 guest, there is no charge for the guest.
Dinner reservations are a must. Officers have standing reservations. Contact one of our Junior Warden — Nicholas A.J. Collins 32° or Paul Bruk III 32°
The Valley of the Merrimack is returning to the Methuen Memorial Music Hall for "A Merry Music Hall Christmas."
Date: Saturday, December 2nd, 2023
Time: 7:00pm, doors open at 6:30pm
Cost: $30 per person
There is a limited quantity of tickets, which are available on a first come first serve basis. Make your reservations with Bro. Daniel Burns, dan.e.burns@gmail.com or (415) 269-0042.
Payment may be made by check or Venmo. Payment must be received by Wednesday, November 29th, or your reservation may be made available to those on the waiting list.
Make checks payable to Valley of the Merrimack and mail to:
Daniel Burns, 40 Locke St. Unit 729, Haverhill, MA 01830
or Venmo @Daniel-Burns-16 (Please do not check off paying for goods or services)
5:30 p.m. Social
6:30 p.m. Dinner. Baked ziti, sausages, meatballs, garlic bread, Caesar salad
7:15 p.m. Program
The Program will feature the presentation of awards to nine Brothers of the Valley for their recent Scottish Rite accomplishments. This will be followed by an inspiring veterans program in honor of our members who are Veterans and Veterans Day.
The dinner price is $20.00. Every member may bring a guest. There is no charge for the guest to have dinner but a reservations are required to ensure that all are properly accommodated.
Reservations must be made with one of the Junior Wardens by Sunday, November 5, 2023. Bro. Nicholas Collins, 32°, 978-869-6405 nicholasajcollins@gmail.com or Bro. Paul Bruk, III, 32°, 978-888-5619 pbruk@comcast.net
All Valley of The Merrimack Officers have standing dinner reservations. If you have a guest or can not attend the dinner you must inform one of the Valley’s Junior Wardens.