On behalf of all of the Warren Lodge officers and Myself, we’d like to wish all our Brothers, their families and Friends of Warren Lodge a very Happy Easter! I also have some updates. First, I’d like to officially announce that Brother James H. Landry has been informed by the Most Worshipful Grand Master Stephen Petri to assume his duties as our Right Worshipful District Deputy for District 7A even though he wasn’t able to officially install him at our annual Stated Communication of the Grand Lodge earlier this month. Once the Covid restrictions are lifted, Most Worshipful Petri will hold an official installation for RWB Landry and his AGM Bro. Chip Seagrave. I’d also like you all to keep all of our brothers in our thoughts and/or prayers who have been ill and the families of those who have recently passed. These times have been especially rough on them and their families. Until we can meet again, please continue to be safe and healthy and we will see you all soon. WM Michael S. Masselli

The passing of RWB Richard R Washburn (Copy)  on 04/22/2024

BROTHERS ALL 


It is with great regret that I inform you that our Brother, Right Worshiful Brother Richard R Washburn PDD has passed on to that building not made with hands eternal in the heavens. I just spoke to his daughter who informed me that he seemed in good spirits and ready to move on from his earthly ties after a recent visit from Brothers on Sunday.  Jr Warden Brother David L Rutter jr, Marshal WB Jack Sterry sr, Deputy Grand Master Rinaldo F Magliano jr and myself made the trip to his East Hartford home to deliver his 50 year pin.  It occurred to me his Masonic anniversary was in June and as one last Masonic gesture of gratitude I reached out to the Grand lodge and was elated to hear the news that it was arranged. We had a pleasant although somber visit as our Warren lodge brother RWB Washburn was nearly unresponsive except for a few touching smiles and nods. His wife Patricia lovingly pinned his 50th on his chest. His daughter remarked he touched it often in the recent 24 hours before his passing. Bro Rutter reminded me of the EA degree and how RWB Washburn would always recite a particular story about the building of a bridge and how the older mason’s build it for the younger masons.  It was a touching sentiment and made me reflect on the bridge Brother Washburn built for us all.  


I will deliver the Masonic funeral information as it is received. Pray for our brother and his family.  

God speed.

The passing of RWB Richard R Washburn   on 04/22/2024

BROTHERS ALL 


It is with great regret that I inform you that our Brother, Right Worshiful Brother Richard R Washburn PDD has passed on to that building not made with hands eternal in the heavens. I just spoke to his daughter who informed me that he seemed in good spirits and ready to move on from his earthly ties after a recent visit from Brothers on Sunday.  Jr Warden Brother David L Rutter jr, Marshal WB Jack Sterry sr, Deputy Grand Master Rinaldo F Magliano jr and myself made the trip to his East Hartford home to deliver his 50 year pin.  It occurred to me his Masonic anniversary was in June and as one last Masonic gesture of gratitude I reached out to the Grand lodge and was elated to hear the news that it was arranged. We had a pleasant although somber visit as our Warren lodge brother RWB Washburn was nearly unresponsive except for a few touching smiles and nods. His wife Patricia lovingly pinned his 50th on his chest. His daughter remarked he touched it often in the recent 24 hours before his passing. Bro Rutter reminded me of the EA degree and how RWB Washburn would always recite a particular story about the building of a bridge and how the older mason’s build it for the younger masons.  It was a touching sentiment and made me reflect on the bridge Brother Washburn built for us all.  


I will deliver the Masonic funeral information as it is received. Pray for our brother and his family.  

God speed.

Thursday Nov 16th meal/meeting info  on 11/16/2023

Hey Brother …

Just a heads up in case you’re free 

Looks like 30+ people tonight!
I haven’t filled the seats yet, but tonight might be the closest we’ve gotten! Join us if you please.  

6pm Portland Ale house for dinner
188 Main Street Portland 

7:30 WB Michael Calderone discusses Scottish Freemasonry
Warren lodge 12 freestone Ave Portland

Bro Jeff Blayman 

worshipful master

Call 860-334-5277 for any info 

The passing of brother David H Bell  on 11/10/2023

David H Bell

NOVEMBER 28, 1939 - NOVEMBER 2, 2022

David H Bell, age 82, of Barefoot Bay, Florida passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2022.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.neptunesociety.com/location/orlando-cremation for the Bell family.

Fraternally, 

WM Jeffrey A Blayman. 

Oct 19th, Thursday meal & meeting information   on 10/18/2023

Brothers All,

We just wanted to invite you to our Thursday meeting… 

We dine at the Portland Ale House at 6 PM if you'd like to join us… meal will be covered by the lodge. Casual attire is fine.
 

Afterwards, we head back to the lodge 12 Freestone avenue where we have Bro Kyle Podpolucha doing a Lecture on the entered apprentice symbolism…

 

We skip most of the boring business and get straight to the interesting stuff... so you have a opportunity for a lovely meal, a lovely get together with brothers, and then back to the real world. 

If you'd like to join us for one or both if you could just let me know.  

Ps EAs are welcome

WB Jeffrey Blayman

860-334-5277

jblayman@gmail.com

 

October opportunities - join us!!!  on 09/29/2023


Brother, 

I just wanted to make you aware of some upcoming opportunities. 
 
On the first Thursday of the month, October 5th, we will meet at the lodge at 6:30PM… 12 Freestone Ave., Portland… Usually on that day we just have some basic grinders for our meal at the lodge and we have a business meeting upstairs at 7:30...this night is geared towards planning and development, but it might be a good opportunity to meet with the brothers and catch up if you've been away for a bit. If you feel like you forgotten any of the signs, no one will judge you and everyone will be happy to help… You'll pick it up in five seconds… There's no pressure and there's no worries as you are a brother.
 
 Secondly, October 19th is our third Thursday of the month meeting where we meet at the Portland Ale House restaurant right up the street from us (about a two minute walk) where we share a festive board…There’s great conversation, great guests and a lovely meal taken care of by the lodge… Then we proceed back to the  building for 730 meeting where we have a guest speaker. This month it is WB Kyle Podpolucha who will be talking about EA symbolism in the degree. 
 
Additionally, I will be giving out some awards that night to the brothers that were not able to make our awards ceremony back on September 24th.
 
Please reply to this email to let me know if you think you’ll be attending either of these opportunities so I can mark you down. 
Best wishes.  Brother Jeff Blayman
 
SUNDAY the 24th memorial 2-4pm / awards night 6-9pm  on 09/24/2023

9/24 Sunday - Memorial Service & Celebration of Life for Right Worshipful Brother Les Brent King will be held on: Sunday, September 24, 2023,Holiday Inn Norwich 10 Laura Boulevard, Norwich, CT....Gathering   2:00 pm, Memorial Service & Masonic Service  3:00pm.  Dress- dark business suit.

.....later that night

9/24 Sunday - Warren lodge Womens Appreciation and Awards dinner at CAMPAGNA’s in Portland .... from 6-9pm... catered buffet, open bar, guitarist... $50 for the men but women are FREE   

 

Thank you all for a great year. See you soon. 
WM Jeffrey A Blayman

September - Warren 51  on 08/30/2023

Brothers All, 

    The month of September is almost upon us.  There are a number of dates I wanted to put forth for your consideration.  
 

9/7 Thursday - our standard business communication in lodge. 6:30 grinders/7:30 meeting. Master Masons only 

 

9/21 Thursday - our monthly festive board and educational meeting. 6pm Portland Ale House/7:30 meeting. Guest Speaker Bro John Young speaks on Masonic leadership through the modern lens. Open to all Masons. 

 

9/24 Sunday - Memorial Service & Celebration of Life for Right Worshipful Brother Les Brent King will be held on: Sunday, September 24, 2023,Holiday Inn Norwich 10 Laura Boulevard, Norwich, CT....Gathering   2:30 pm, Memorial Service & Masonic Service  3:30pm.  Dress- dark business suit.

.....later that night

9/24 Sunday - Warren lodge Wonens Appreciation and Awards dinner at CAMPAGNA’s PLEASE MAIL IN YOUR RSVP LETTERS YOU RECEIVED WITH THE TRESTLE BOARD....

9/29 Friday - Blue Lodge Council - Table lodge at Estuary 46 in Old Saybrook  

 

Thank you all for a great year. See you soon. 
WM Jeffrey A Blayman

Lodge BBQ and 212 year celebration!!! Sunday July 30th noon  on 07/24/2023
Friend, 
 
Please RSVP by no later than Thursday. 
 
We are having a LODGE BBQ on SUNDAY JULY 30th at NOON.
12 Freestone Ave. Portland, CT
 
We are celebrating our 212th Warren lodge anniversary. 
 
There will be some inquiries there with their wives, interested in learning more about our lodge 
 
Are you coming? Would you like to bring a potluck dish to help fill the table out?   Will you be coming with anyone? 
Ladies are welcome.
We can give you a tour of the building at some point during that day if you like. 
 
Please let me know…  
WM Jeff Blayman
 
PS-Please excuse if you’ve already said yes/no via text, I have to send this to everyone just to make sure I didn’t miss anyone.    There are too many people so I’m covering my bases. 

 

 
MASONIC FAMILY DAY BASEBALL GAME JUNE 23  on 06/05/2023

Brothers, june 23rd is almost here!!!!.... only a few days left until the second annual Masonic family day baseball game at Dodd Stadium in Norwich Connecticut. This game is a fundraiser for Masonicare… The gates open at 5:30 PM… Game starts at 6:30 PM… There will be a fireworks extravaganza that follows the last pitch of the game… You can get your tickets by contacting brother jeffrey blayman… 860–334–5277… 50% of the presale tickets will be donated to Masonicare… if you buy your ticket at the gate, the money does not get donated to Masonicare, unfortunately… Tickets are only $10 each… Please come out and join us for a beautiful day of baseball and fundraising with brothers from all around the state!  Deputy grandmaster Ed Page will be throwing out the first pitch! 

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