We will have appetizers and entertainment for the Ladies starting at 6 pm downstairs in Custance Hall while we perform the evening’s work (Second Degree) upstairs. When the degree work is finished (about 7:15pm) we will rejoin the Ladies downstairs for dinner, games and entertainment!


Masonic Night with the Lowell Lock Monsters
Friday, Feb 17th 7:30 pm Game Time
Friday evening February 17th 2006 is Mason’s Night at the Tsongas Arena in Lowell! Simon W. Robinson is joining up with Tahattawan Lodge and other Lodges throughout the district for Masonic Night with the Lowell Lock Monsters. This is a district wide event and is open to all Masons and Non-Masons alike so bring your friends and family.

Tickets are only $15.00 for Center Ice and part of the proceeds go to the Angel Fund, so come on join us and have a great time enjoying the “coolest game on earth” while helping out one of our own charities; it doesn’t get much better than this!

Please contact Bro Mark Shaw (E-mail swr@verizon.netor by phone at 978-439-0254) to place your order; please make checks payable to Simon W. Robinson Lodge. We look forward to seeing you there!

1356th Regular Communication
Monday Evening, March 13, 2006

• 5:30 p.m. Fellowship and refreshments downstairs in Custance Hall
• 6:00 p.m. Dinner — $18.00 — Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner
• 7:00 p.m. Opening of the Lodge – Third Degree (4 Candidates)
• Business Meeting
• Memoriams
• Balloting
• Closing

1357th Regular Communication
MEMBER'S NIGHT!
Monday Evening, April 10, 2006

• 5:30 p.m. Fellowship and refreshments downstairs in Custance Hall
• 6:00 p.m. Dinner — $18.00 — Patriotic Cheeseburger Meatloaf Dinner
• 7:00 p.m. Opening of the Lodge – First Degree (3 Candidates)
• Business Meeting
• Memoriams
• Balloting
• Second Section Work done by sideline members!
• Closing

1358th Regular Communication
STEP UP NIGHT!
Bro Emerson Fox Night
Monday Evening, May 8, 2006
Ladies Night

• 5:30 p.m. Fellowship and refreshments downstairs in Custance Hall
• Entertainment for the Ladies in Custance Hall while we work upstairs
• 6:00 p.m. Open - 3 Fellowcrafts
• Business Meeting
• Second Section Work done by officers advanced in station
• Close Lodge
• 7:30pm Rejoin the Ladies for Dinner in Custance Hall
• More entertainment and 50-Year Medal ceremony

All members and guests are urged to make reservations ASAP, preferably by Thursday, May 5, by calling 781-861-1684 (when leaving a voicemail please include your name, the number of reservations, and your phone number) or better yet by email to: swr@verizon.net

Child Identification Program (MYCHIP)
Saturday, May 27
I can hardly believe it is that time of year again! On Memorial Day Weekend, Discovery Day in Lexington Center, we will be once again sponsoring Simon W. Robinson Lodge’s Annual Child Identification Program. This is perhaps the most visible outreach program the Lodge sponsors. Over the past few years, we have processed over a thousand children, giving their parents valuable data including fingerprints, tooth prints, a video cassette of their child, and the first Lodge in the nation to provide a DNA sample for their safe keeping.

We have made many new friends in the good work done and once again I ask all brothers, their significant others and children to join us in this worthwhile endeavor. We need help with registration, interviewing and camera operators. As in the past, we will operate 2 shifts due to the length of the festivities that are Discovery Day. The morning shift will be from 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM and the afternoon shift will be from 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM. Once again we will have 4 video stations, so the need is for 12 to 14 people per shift. I encourage you to come down and join in. It is a rewarding fun filled time!

Contact Wor. Charles Gore JLSTANDARDGAUGE@aol.com or pick up one of the informational flyers available at Lodge events until Memorial Day.


1ST ANNUAL GOLF DAY
Saturday, May 20th
7 AM Shotgun Start
Food & Entertainment Follow

Come and enjoy a day on the Green with fellow Brethren from many lodges. This will be a day for all to enjoy and remember as Masonic Lodges from across the area meet and try to out golf each other.

Simon W Robinson is now forming foursomes for this event. The foursomes may include Masons and friends of masons, candidates, potential candidates, wives and children! All are invited! All are welcome! A day for all to share and a chance for all to get aquatinted with fellow lodge members and also fellow lodges in the area.

If you have your own golf clubs, please, you are urged to bring them. If not, the golf course has a few irons that they will let us borrow for the day. This is a beginner type course, no embarrassment. All proceeds after costs of event will go towards the Angel Fund!

GOLF DAY EVENTS

Date:
Saturday May 20th with a 7:00 AM shotgun start!

Location:
Stone Meadows golf course (9 hole par 3 golf course) in Lexington MA

Prizes & contest:
Closest to the hole and highest score! Random door prizes will also be picked from the Master's Top Hat!

Food:
Enjoy a mouth watering old fashion Pig Roast and Chicken BBQ with all the trimmings!

Refreshments:
Beverages and refreshments of all varieties!

Dinning:
Dine under the big tent protected from the elements!

Live Entertainment:
The Magical voice of the famous Fran Owens and the talented comedy of the hilarious stand up comic Erin Judge!

Cost:
$50. Per person (Benefit for the Masoni Angel Fund) For more info and RSVP kindly e-mail Worshipful Jim Scott Master of Simon W Robinson Lodge. swr@verizon.net
Reservations and payment due May 10th.

1359th Regular Communication
Past Masters' Night!
Monday Evening, June 12, 2006

• 5:30 p.m. Fellowship and refreshments
• 6:00 p.m. Open - 3 Candidates
• Business Meeting
• -- Balloting
• -- Election of Officers
• -- Finance Committee Report
• 7:00 p.m. Dinner
• Second Section Work done by Past Masters
• PDF of the list of Past Master's and their Stations
• Close Lodge

All members and guests are urged to make reservations ASAP, preferably by Thursday, June 8, by calling 781-861-1684 (when leaving a voicemail please include your name, the number of reservations, and your phone number) or better yet by email to: swr@verizon.net

951st Special Communication
Saturday Afternoon, June 24, 2006
Installation of Officers, Year 2006 – 2007
Dear Brother: Your presence is respectfully requested at the 951st Special Communication of Simon W. Robinson Lodge A.F. & A.M. which will be held at the National Heritage Museum, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, Massachusetts.

2:00 p.m. Lodge of Qualification (open to Past Master only)
Presiding: Wor. Paul H. Fraser, Jr.

3:00 p.m. Semi-Public Installation of Lodge Officers (open to all members and guests)
Bro. Bruce Addison Jackson, Master-elect (if elected June 12th)

4:30 p.m. BBQ Dinner (open to all, with reservations)

5:30 p.m. Steel Band Lawn Concert

If you will be attending dinner, please RSVP to Leah Jackson, 9 Hemlock Rd. Wayland, MA, 857-204-8126, nykaa@aol.com

1360th Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Sept 11, 2006

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner
• 7:00 p.m. Open. Entered Apprentice Degree, 3 Candidates
• Business Meeting
• Completeion of EA Degree
• Close Lodge, Fellowship & Collation

All members and guests are urged to make reservations by Thursday, Sept 7, by calling 781-861-1684 (when leaving a voicemail please include your name, the number of reservations, and your phone number) or better yet by email to: dinners@simonwrobinson.org

1361st Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Oct 9, 2006

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner
• 7:00 p.m. Open. FC Degree
• Business Meeting
• Completeion of FC Degree
• Close Lodge, Fellowship & Collation

All members and guests are urged to make reservations by Thursday, Oct 5, by calling 781-861-1684 (when leaving a voicemail please include your name, the number of reservations, and your phone number) or better yet by email to: dinners@simonwrobinson.org

1362nd Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Nov 13, 2006

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner (Roast Turkey)
• 7:00 p.m. Open. MM Degree (2 candidates)
• Business Meeting (Balloting - 5 nominees)
• Completeion of MM Degree
• Close Lodge, Fellowship & Collation

All members and guests are urged to make reservations by Thursday, Nov 9, by calling 781-861-1684 (when leaving a voicemail please include your name, the number of reservations, and your phone number) or better yet by email to: dinners@simonwrobinson.org

1363rd Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Dec 11, 2006

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner (Pork Loin)
• 7:00 p.m. Open. MM Degree
• Reception of District Deputy Grand Master
• Business Meeting (Balloting)
• Annual Business Meeting (Trustee and Associates Voting)
• Close Lodge, Fellowship & Collation

All members and guests are urged to make reservations by Thursday, Dec 9, by calling 781-861-1684 (when leaving a voicemail please include your name, the number of reservations, and your phone number) or better yet by email to: dinners@simonwrobinson.org

1365th Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Feb 12, 2007

• Fraternal Tri-Lodge (SWR, Corinthian, Caleb Butler Lodges)
• CONCORD, MA (Note LOCATION CHANGE!)
• 6:00 p.m. Dinner (Lasagna - $12.00)
• 7:00 p.m. Open. FC Degree
• Reception of District Deputy Grand Master
• Close Lodge, Fellowship & Collation

All members and guests are urged to make reservations by Thursday, Feb 8, by calling 781-861-1684 (when leaving a voicemail please include your name, the number of reservations, and your phone number) or better yet by email to: dinners@simonwrobinson.org

1366th Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Mar 12, 2007

• 6:00 p.m. Dinne. Corned Beef & Cabbage ($15.00)
• 7:00 p.m. Open. MM Degree
• Close Lodge, Fellowship & Collation

All members and guests are urged to make reservations by Wed, Feb 7, by calling 781-861-1684 (when leaving a voicemail please include your name, the number of reservations, and your phone number) or better yet by email to: dinners@simonwrobinson.org






Saturday June 12 Installation of Officers. 2007-8
To be held at the Lexington Masonic Apartments
3pm - Refreshments and Lodge of Qualification (Past Masters Only)
4pm - Installation (Semi-Public)
5pm - Buffet dinner / entertainment

110th annual Combined Lodges of Instruction Annual Family Cookout
Sunday June 24th 11:00 AM thru 1:00 PM
FREE Food! Reccomended: bring a folding chair.
USS Constitution Presentation at 1:00PM
To be held at the National Heritage Museum, RT. 2A, Lexington MA
The Public is cordially invited
See the FLYER for more info (PDF)


Lodge Cleaning Party
Saturday July 7, 9am-1pm
Lexington Masonic Apartments
Come enjoy coffee, donuts and fraternalism while helping to tidy up the Lodge!
Wear cleaning clothes. Cleaning supplies will be provided.


Lodge Outing
Lowell Spinners Minor League Baseball Game
Saturday, July 14, 4pm BBQ, 5:05pm Game Time
Includes all-you-can-eat BBQ at the stadium ("The Gator Pit")
Tickets $20 each.
Contact Brother Mark Shaw for tickets
See the FLYER for more info

1370th Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Aug 13, 2007

• 6:30 p.m. Open
• Business Meeting, Balloting, Close Lodge
• Dinner at Yangtze River Restaurant following the close (Yangtze River at 25 Depot Square in Lexington)

1371st Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Sept 10, 2007

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner
• 7:00 p.m. Opening -- Entered Apprentice Degree (2 candidates)
• First Section
• Business Meeting, Balloting
• Second Section
• Close Lodge, Coffee and Dessert in Custance Hall

Apple Picking
Saturday, September 29th
We will meet by the entrance of the orchard at 1:00pm. (No reservation needed.)
Enjoy an afternoon of family fun and socializing at our fall apple picking event at scenic Tougas Family Farm, about 30 minutes west of Lexington! We will meet by the entrance of the orchard at 1:00pm.

There's nothing like a New England autumn in a Massachusetts apple orchard. Besides 20 varieties of Pick Your Own Apples, the farm includes a petting zoo/barnyard, wagon rides, pumpkins, and seasonal berries. Or enjoy farm fresh homemade baked goods, ice cream, and lunch items (sandwiches, hot dogs, grilled cheese…) in the Tougas Farm Kitchen. Purchasing a 1/2 bushel picking container ($22) allows up to 5 people into the orchard and onto wagon rides. A peck sized purchase ($15) allows up to 3 people into the orchard and onto wagon rides.

Tougas Family Farm 234 Ball St., Northboro, MA (508) 393-6406
Take the Massachusetts Turnpike, I-90, West to Exit #11A for I-495. Take I-495 north to Exit #25B for I-290 west. Follow toward Worcester. Take Exit #24, Church St., Northboro/Boylston. Turn right towards Boylston, take your first right on to Ball Street, and follow the signs up the hill. Website for Tougas Farm


Mohegan Sun Resort Trip
Saturday, October 20th
We will depart via luxury coach promptly at 9:30AM from the Masonic apartments in Lexington (please be at Lodge by 9:15AM) Snacks and Coffee will be served for the trip down. Upon arrival, brethren will have the day to enjoy the entertainment, shopping, and dining options located directly in the resort. We will make an attempt to reserve space in the buffet for all interested brethren to eat together at Noon.

Departure from the resort will take place between 6 and 7pm, to be determined on the day of the trip. Light snacks and beverages will be served on the return trip. Brethren are encouraged to bring their spouses, significant others, or even a friend who may be interested in joining Masonry! Cost is $20.00 per person, and includes transportation, snacks and the vouchers mentioned above. Please make your reservations no later than September 21st with Rob Maglio swr@verizon.net


Square & Compasses Day (State-Wide Open-House Event)
Saturday, Oct 13th
The times of the Open House are from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
This is an excellent opportunity for us to open our doors to prospective members and their families to learn more about Masonry and all that we have to offer. Members are encouraged to bring down prospects and help us to promote our Lodge!

There will be refreshments as well as information sessions and tours of the building. Also we will have representatives from all of the constituent bodies —Scottish and York Rites, Shrine, Demolay and International Order of Rainbow Girls available to represent their groups to show the public the diversity and meaning of the Craft.

1372nd Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Oct 8, 2007

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner (Lasagna with Minestrone Soup, Green Beans, and Garlic Bread)
• 7:00 p.m. Opening -- FellowCraft Degree (3 candidates)
• First Section
• Business Meeting, Balloting
• Second Section
• Close Lodge, Coffee and Dessert in Custance Hall

Departure from the resort will take place between 6 and 7pm, to be determined on the day of the trip. Light snacks and beverages will be served on the return trip. Brethren are encouraged to bring their spouses, significant others, or even a friend who may be interested in joining Masonry! Cost is $20.00 per person, and includes transportation, snacks and the vouchers mentioned above. Please make your reservations no later than Oct. 15th with Rob Maglio swr@verizon.net


Square & Compasses Day (State-Wide Open-House Event)
Saturday, Oct 13th
The times of the Open House are from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
This is an excellent opportunity for us to open our doors to prospective members and their families to learn more about Masonry and all that we have to offer. Members are encouraged to bring down prospects and help us to promote our Lodge!

There will be refreshments as well as information sessions and tours of the building. Also we will have representatives from all of the constituent bodies —Scottish and York Rites, Shrine, Demolay and International Order of Rainbow Girls available to represent their groups to show the public the diversity and meaning of the Craft.

Flyer (IMG, 45kb)
Flyer2 (PDF, 45kb)

1373rd Regular Communication
Monday Evening, November 12th, 2007

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner — Roast Turkey with all the trimmings, salad
• 7:00 p.m. Opening of the Lodge – Master Mason Degree (3 candidates)
• First Section
• Business Meeting, Balloting
• Second Section
• Close Lodge, Coffee and Dessert in Custance Hall

Join the Lodge for an exciting day of outlet shopping, just in time for the Holiday Season! The Wrentham Village Premium Outlet Mall boasts over 170 nationally recognized outlet stores offering tremendous price reductions and discounts, from all types of apparel to fine jewelry to items for the home. Find out more at www.premiumoutlets.com/wrentham and explore all of the possibilities available to you. Our significant others will enjoy the fun filled day as well. Be sure to bring this to the attention of friends and other family members, too.

After a full afternoon of shopping we plan to end the day in the comfort of Tom’s Tavern with a hearty supper (www.tomstavern.com). A special meal will be offered for our enjoyment in a private setting. We will start with Italian Wedding Soup, a choice of Baked Haddock with Seafood Stuffing or Bourbon Glazed Sirloin Tips, Whipped Potatoes, Buttered Green Beans, Apple Crisp and Coffee or Tea. Our return trip to Lexington should bring us back to the Masonic Hall at 8:00 PM.

Reservations will be a must, as seating is limited. The cost is $35.00 per person which includes transportation and the meal, tax and gratuity. An optional $5 donation will be applied to the Masonic Angel Fund. Contact Bro. Marc Reyome by November 10th at swr@verizon.net to make your for your reservations and meal selection. If you choose the Sirloin Tips, indicate how you wish to have them prepared.

956th Special Communication
Monday Evening, December 3rd, 2007

• 6:30 p.m. Dinner — Steak dinner with Clam Chowder, Baked Stuffed Potatoes, Green Beans, Dinner Rolls and Tiramisu.
• 7:30 p.m. Opening of the Lodge
• 8:00 p.m. Official Visit
• The Lodge will receive RW Ernest A Bean, District Deputy Grand Master of the 14th Masonic District for the purpose of an official visit. RW Bean will be accompanied by the District Grand Officers and a suite of distinguished Masons.
• Close Lodge. Social reception follows in Custance Hall.

Join us for this Special Communication as our own RW Ernie Bean makes his final official visit to SWR as District Deputy Grand Master!
PDF Flyer (545kb)

Children's Holiday Party!
Sunday Evening, Dec 9th, 2007

We welcome all Brethren and their children to join us for the Children’s Party to be held at the Lodge also on December 9th at 5pm.  Pizza, soft drinks, and dessert will be served.  We will have entertainment as well as a special annual visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus to distribute gifts to the kids!  Please be sure to bring a wrapped gift with your child’s name on it to be presented by Santa.  Please contact swr@verizon.net by Monday December 3rd to make reservations so we know how many to accommodate! There is no charge for this event.
PDF Flyer (545kb)

1374th Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Dec 10th, 2007
Regular Communication & Grand Master Reception

It is our honor and pleasure to receive MW Jeffrey Black Hodgdon, Grand Master of Masons in Massachusetts, his suite, family and special guests for his final visit to the Lodge as Grand Master.  This memorable evening will begin by opening the Lodge at 6:00 p.m. in the Lexington Masonic Apartments to conduct a brief business meeting, after which we will receive the Grand Master and his suite of distinguished Masons at 6:30 p.m. for remarks and special presentations.  At 7:30 p.m. we will retire to Custance Hall for a special meal that will include a choice of Baked Stuffed Chicken or Poached Salmon, Fruit Cup with Sorbet, Caesar Salad, Zucchini, Wild Rice, Dinner Rolls and Boston Cream Pie.  Bar Service will also be available.  Reservations are required and must be communicated no later than Monday December 3rd dinners@simonwrobinson.org.  Please let Bro. Joe know that the reservation is for the Grand Master’s meal and include your choice of Chicken or Salmon. There is no charge for this event for members.
PDF Flyer (545kb)

UPDATE, Sunday Jan 13th, 4pm.
Due to the prediction of a severe inclement weather event (ie, a ton of snow!) the Lodge will have NO dinner and conduct NO degree work and NO business will be conducted (ie, balloting) at the stated Regular Communication of Jan 14th. Brothers! Please do not attempt to attend Lodge in what looks like unsafe driving conditions!!!!

1375th Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Jan 14th, 2008

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner — Veal Cacciatore, salad, zucchini, crusty bread, tiramisu.
• 7:00 p.m. Opening of the Lodge – Entered Apprentice Degree (4 candidates)
• First Section
• Business Meeting, Balloting
• Second Section
• Close Lodge, Coffee and Dessert in Custance Hall

Dinner Reservations
Veal Cacciatore, salad, zucchini, crusty bread, tiramisu. $14 per person with a reservation, $20 if no reservation has been made. No charge for SWR members over 70, though donations are appreciated and will benefit the Masonic Angel Fund. Please make reservations no later than Thursday January 10th by contacting Bro. Joe Raynus at dinners@simonwrobinson.org dinners@simonwrobinson.org. 

1376th Regular Communication
Monday Evening, February 11th, 2008

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner — — Chinese buffet!
• 7:00 p.m. Opening of the Lodge -- Fellowcraft Degree (5 candidates)
• Business Meeting
• Close Lodge. Coffee and dessert follows in Custance Hall.

UPDATE, Sunday Jan 13th, 4pm.
Due to the prediction of a severe inclement weather event (ie, a ton of snow!) the Lodge will have NO dinner and conduct NO degree work and NO business will be conducted (ie, balloting) at the stated Regular Communication of Jan 14th. Brothers! Please do not attempt to attend Lodge in what looks like unsafe driving conditions!!!!

1375th Regular Communication
Monday Evening, Jan 14th, 2008

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner — Veal Cacciatore, salad, zucchini, crusty bread, tiramisu.
• 7:00 p.m. Opening of the Lodge – Entered Apprentice Degree (4 candidates)
• First Section
• Business Meeting, Balloting
• Second Section
• Close Lodge, Coffee and Dessert in Custance Hall

Dinner Reservations
Veal Cacciatore, salad, zucchini, crusty bread, tiramisu. $14 per person with a reservation, $20 if no reservation has been made. No charge for SWR members over 70, though donations are appreciated and will benefit the Masonic Angel Fund. Please make reservations no later than Thursday January 10th by contacting Bro. Joe Raynus at dinners@simonwrobinson.org dinners@simonwrobinson.org. 

1377th Regular Communication
Monday Evening, March 10th, 2008

• 6:00 p.m. Dinner — — Corned Beef & Cabbage, Garden Salad, Carrots, Irish Soda Bread, Chocolate Cake. 
• 7:00 p.m. Opening of the Lodge -- Master Mason Degree (5 candidates)
• Business Meeting
• Close Lodge. Coffee and dessert follows in Custance Hall.

TABLE LODGE
Saturday March 22nd , 6:30pm

Join us as we host a Table Lodge honoring the accomplishments of Right Worshipful Ernest A. Bean.   Tickets for the event will be $30 which includes the commemorative glass, a $5 donation to our Angel Fund, and a seven course meal of:

• Shrimp Cocktail
• Hungarian Mushroom Soup
• Tossed Salad
• Parmesan Arborio Rice with Chicken and Peas
• Raspberry Sorbet
• Encrusted Rib Eye of Beef, Oven Roasted Potatoes, Creamed Spinach
• Dessert

Please reserve your tickets early as space will be limited and invitations have been sent to the entire District! Please reserve with Bro Marc Reyome swr@verizon.net or with Wor. Jon Sriberg master@simonwrobinson.org.

Payments can be made up through March 10th at our Regular Communication. 

New Brothers are especially invited to attend this Table Lodge of Instruction — they are among the most popular, special and festive events in Masonry.