Hiram Lodge #1, A.F. & A.M.
The olde lodge at New Haven
chartered 1750
New Haven, Connecticut USA
Lodge News
On August 29th The Grand Lodge of CT and Hiram Lodge #1 gathered with about 100 brothers at Fort Nathan Hale in New Haven to perform an Entered Apprentice degree for two new members from Trumbull Lodge #22. Brothers from all over the state and visitors from around New England and Pennsylvania joined us as our own members and Past Masters performed an excellent degree. Pictured are RWB Glenn Jaques who presided along side MWGM Shane Dufresne. WM Clint Potter who sat in as JW and the brothers who attended and performed at the degree. Other brother of note who participated were WB David Cole who presented the aprons and the charge. WB Kyle Podpolucha who presented the 2nd section lecture and MWB Bruce Belmore who did the bible Charge and served as SW. The evening's weather was amazing and everyone went home with a commemoritve coin.
On April 9th, Hiram Lodge #1 welcomed two representatives from the Milestone School. CEO Lisa Gregory (center) and Tracy Sanford, VP of School Services. They gave a program of their school and all it offers for very young children to young adults. The program is focused on kids with Autism and is an alternative to children with special needs who require more than public schools can offer them. Our WM is very familiar with the program and his son is about to be an Alumni as he grows closer to the maximum age they work with. WB Potter has chosen Milestone as his Master's Charity for the year and the ladies were presented with a donation from the lodge. An additional matching donation is on the way from Grand Lodge. Special folks doing amazing work!
On March 15th, Brothers of Hiram Lodge #1 and many other Connecticut Masons joined our Grand Master and marched in the New Haven St. Patrick's day parade. The Valley of New Haven Scottish Rite hosted the event with a breakfast and dinner at the temple on Whitney Ave. Marchers were able to walk or ride on our large float, provided by Augulara Movers. Buses to the beginning and back to the lodge were provided. The weather was brisk, but the breeze was mild and no precipitation fell on the marchers as we said hello to many happy St Patrick's Day revelers along Chapel St. and finally past the reviewing stand on Church St.
On January 3rd, Hiram Lodge #1 held it's Annual Installation of Officers. Brothers, family and friends gathered in the big room at New Haven for the festivities. We are glad to welcome Clint Potter as our new Worshipful Master and say "Best Wishes". To our outgoing WB Glenn Felton, thanks and congratulations for a fine year. The ceremonies were well performed by our usual suspects with assistance of 2 Most Worshipful Past Grand Masters. We had a nice crowd and after the festivities all joined downstairs in the banquet hall for a very nice dinner. Congratulations and best of luck to all the new officers.
On December 18th a small crew of us went back to LifeHaven for their Annual Christmas Celebration Dinner. We prepared the dinner at our lodge kitchen in New Haven and ferried it over to the LifeHaven facility. The residents had a great supper and then the fun started when Santa Clause handed out gifts to all the youngsters staying at the shelter. Our very best wishes to the amazing folks who run this program for homeless Moms and their children. Life Haven hosts these families in need and help them to find jobs, resources, schooling and permanent housing. Its our pleasure to support this very important program and facility in our city of New Haven.
On November 16th at The Woodwinds in Branford, the lodge held a Gala celebrating 275 years. Brothers and friends enjoyed a beautiful evening of food and drink while enjoying excellent music and conversation. WB Glenn Felton, along with SW Clint Potter made some comments and a brief presentation. MWPGM Bruce Bellmore representing the Valley of Bridgeport and WB Albert Johnson representing the Valley of New Haven, AASR, presented Hiram Lodge with a plague commemorating the occasion. Pictured are the Past Masters who attended the Gala. Happy 275th year Hiram Lodge #1!
