February 2015

1. OFFICERS FOR 2015 Luis A. Torres, Jr. (Ana Maria) 201-294-3277 Wor Master Carlos A. Martinez, Sr. 201-600-4772 Sr Warden Aditya Thaker 609-233-0265 Jr Warden Kyle L. Nurge, PGC(Barbara) 201-440-9425 Treasurer George F. Joseph, PGT (Liz) 973-616-8169 Secretary Patrick O’Shea 973-246-4013 Chaplain Francesco Bernardo 201-282-4252 Sr Deacon Murad Peygumbari (Yelena) 201-600-4635 Jr Deacon Frederick Patak 201-939-7770 Sr M of C Todd J. Tantillo (Beata) 973-478-7536 Jr M of C Robert Bothe (Lori) 201-288-7974 Sr Steward John V. McGuire 973-338-4941 Jr Steward Daniel M. Garzone 732-570-3460 Marshal N. Mario Palmieri, PGC (Carol) 201-943-9255 Organist Gilbert A. Hunt, PDDGM 201-791-1861 Historian Harry M. Maisch, Jr. PM (Audrey) 201-288-0292 Tyler PROXY TO THE GRAND LODGE Francesco Bernardo, Senior Deacon EUCLID LODGE TRUSTEES Harry M. Maisch, Jr. PM …………..…………. 2015 Jose A. Perez, PM ….…..…………………… 2015 Michael F. Giuffre, PM (201) 288-4437 …… 2016 Gary E. Tiedens, PM ………………………… 2016 Patrick O’Shea ………....…………………….. 2017 EUCLID BROTHERHOOD FUND TRUSTEES Harry M. Maisch, Jr., PM; Chairman……..….. 2015 Frederick Patak Vice Chairman….…….…….. 2016 Thomas J. Sontag ……..………..…………… 2017 Jose A. Perez, PM …....……………………… 2017 Luis A. Torres, Jr..…..………………………Worshipful Master Carlos A. Martinez, Sr …………………….....Senior Warden Aditya Thaker ……………………………..… Junior Warden February 2015 ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES***

2. Living Past Masters in Good Standing *** IMPORTANT *** In case of sickness or distress, please communicate immediately with the Worshipful Master, Senior Warden, Junior Warden or our Secretary WORSHIPFUL MASTER Luis A. Torres, Jr. 198 Grayson Place Teaneck, NJ 07666 (201) 294-3277 E-Mail:luis.torres.jr@gmail.com SENIOR WARDEN Carlos A. Martinez, Sr. 1514 Kennedy Blvd Union City, NJ 07087 E-Mail: carmar4567@gmail.com JUNIOR WARDEN Aditya G. Thaker 338 Baldwin Terrace Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604 E-Mail: AdityaThaker@gmail.com (609) 233-0265 TREASURER Kyle L. Nurge, PGC 36 Paulison Avenue Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 (201) 440-9425 SECRETARY George F. Joseph, PGT 905 Ramapo Avenue Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442 (973) 616-8169 E-Mail: George.Joseph@emc.com MASONIC HALL 200 Division Avenue Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604 (201) 288-2060 MASONIC OUTREACH HOTLINE 1-800-792-8690 ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES*** ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES***

3. Dear Brethren, If we are to examine more closely the language, culture, and consciousness of our beloved Craft, we must determine where to begin and what better place to begin than at the beginning. So, the question becomes, "When did the beginning begin?" Well, no one knows for sure but in the interest of time, suffice it to say the beginning began in truth. So, you are probably asking yourself, "Why truth?" Well, the answer is quite simple, all things have their origin in truth. Whether large or small, seen or unseen, alive or dead, good or bad, all things have their origin in truth, sprang forth from truth, and as a result embody all of the aspects of truth which are emanations of the most profound truth of all - Deity. Now, in light of this revelation, it is reasonable for us to conclude the following: If all things have their origin in truth, spring forth from truth, and as a result embody all of the aspects of truth which are emanations of the most profound truth of all - Deity, then all things that have their origin in truth, spring forth from truth, and as a result embody all of the aspects of truth which are emanations of the most profound truth of all - Deity, by virtue of their very nature, are innately divine. I apologize for the repetitious manner in which I have presented this claim but it is meant to underscore the importance and significance of the more life-giving truth - youare innately divine. This all important life-giving truth, the truth of divinity within oneself and as a result connectedness to God, is the cornerstone upon which the foundation of Freemasonry is laid and it is in the journey toward the rediscovery of this life-giving truth that the candidate of Freemasonry is initiated Entered Apprentice Mason, passed to the Degree of Fellow Craft, and raised to the sublime Degree of Master Mason. Therefore, brethren, in closing, it is for this reason that if we are to examine more closely, the language, culture, and consciousness of our beloved Craft, that our beginning begin in truth and so... we begin! Most Fraternally in Light, Luis A. Torres, Jr. Worshipful Master EUCLID MASONIC CLUB ASSOCIATION OF HOBOKEN INC.akaEUCLID MASONIC CLUBTRUSTEESINCORPORATED – 1916 Harry M. Maisch, Jr., PM……..…………….…..…. 1 Year (201) 288-0292Donald E. Daume, PGC – Corr. Secretary…….... 1 Year (201) 836-8979 Arthur L. Jackson, PM……………….……….….… 2 Years (201) 288-7749Francis B. Joseph, Sr., PGC – V. President….… 2 Years (201) 933-5708 George F. Joseph, PGT, President ………..…….. 3 Years (973) 616-8169Kyle L. Nurge, PGC .……………………………..… 3 Years (201) 440-9425 Luis A. Torres, Jr. .....…………………….Worshipful Master (201) 294-3277Herbert “Bert” Heeren – Financial Secretary-Appointed (201) 288-8933 Carlos A. Martinez, Sr. & Aditya G. Thaker Co-House Chair - AppointedRegular meetings of the Euclid Masonic Club Trustees are the first Wednesday of April, June, September and November. The next meeting is scheduled for April 1, 2015.Brethren are welcome. ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES*** ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES***

4. Grand Master of Masons for the State of New JerseyMW Gerald J. Sharpe 100 Barrack Street Trenton, NJ 08602-2008 District Deputy Grand MasterRW Thomas L. Winter68 S. Conger AvenueCongers, NY 10920(845) 268-7752 District Ritual InstructorRW Kenneth Wasiewicz9 Cedar Terrace NorthGlenwood, NJ 07418(973) 764-3037Lodge Blood Bank ChairmanAditya Thaker AdityaThaker@gmail.com MSA Hospital Visitation ProgramWB Richard C. PowellPhone: (862) 221-9537 ricksworld@optonline.netGrand Lodge of NJ Office100 Barrack StreetTrenton, NJ 08608-2008(609) 239-3950Grand Lodge Web site:http://www.njfreemasonry.orgEuclid Lodge Web site:http://www.euclid136.com// DESIGNS UPON THE TRESTLEBOARDYou and your Masonic Friends are cordially invited to attend the following Communication of Euclid Lodge No. 136 F & A M. at the Masonic Lodge, located at 200 Division Ave. Hasbrouck Heights, NJ.EUCLID LODGE TRUSTEEs MEETINGThursday February 5, 2015, 7:00PMREGULAR COMMUNICATION NO. 3852FELLOWCRAFT DEGREEFriday February 6, 2015, 7:30PMRegular Business Meeting - Lodge Formal Uniform –4th DISTRICT LODGE of INSTRUCTION4th District Master’s & Wardens Thursday February 12, 2015 7:00PMClifton Lodge (Clifton, NJ)- Jacket & Tie –REGULAR COMMUNICATION NO. 3853Friday February 20, 2015, 7:30PM Regular Business meeting- Jacket & Tie – OFFICERS REHEARSAL DATESMonday February 2, 2015 ...............7:00PM Monday February 9, 2015 .………....7:00PM Monday February 16, 2015 …..….….7:00PM Monday February 23, 2015 …….…..7:00PM All Officers are required to attend, if you are unable to attend, courteously call to WM Luis A. Torres, Jr. (201) 294-3277. All the Brethren are welcome ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES*** ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES***

5. PETITION FOR DUAL MEMBERSHIP Bro Leonard Cimo Boiling Springs Lodge No. 152 Recommended by: Bro Aditya Thaker RW Donald Daume Bro Ramon J. Colon Alpha Lodge No. 116 Recommended by: WB Jose A. Perez RW George Joseph Bro Paul A. Simons Peninsula Lodge No. 99 Recommended by: Bro Aditya Thaker Bro Carlos A. Martinez, Sr. Sick or Shut-in Please remember the following Brethren in your prayers as they recover from various conditions. If possible a card would be appreciated. RW Frederick J. Berenbroick 140 Crescent Avenue Leonia, NJ 07605-1907 RW N. Mario Palmieri 434 Lincoln Avenue Cliffside Park, NJ 07010 Bro Paul V. Palumbo 73 Illinois Avenue Waretown, NJ 08758-2427 Bro Leonard C. Richards 158 Bergen Avenue Waldwick, NJ 07463 PETITION FOR MEMBERSHIP By INITIATION Mr. Edward G. Santano Resides in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ Recommended by: Bro Patrick O’Shea WB Jose A. Perez Mr. Alec J. Kirk Resides in Wayne, NJ Recommended by: Bro Bruce E. Kirk Bro Mark S. Kirk Mr. Alfredo R. Torres Recommended by: Bro Carlos A. Martinez, Sr. Wor Luis A. Torres, Jr. ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES*** ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES***

6. MW Gerald J. Sharpe & First Lady Janice At the Annual Grand Lodge Open Ladies Table Lodge On Friday February 27, 2015; 6:00PM Fellowship Center Burlington, NJ $35.00 per-person Bring your family and friends and enjoy an evening of fun, tradition and fraternal fellowship with the Ladies of our Appendant Organizations, our Brethren and their Ladies too. The Traditional seven toasts with wine or grape juice and seven courses will be observed. Deadline for reservations is: February 20, 2015 RSVP to: RW William Anderson 134 West 28th St. Bayonne, NJ 07002 Willama134@aol.com HONORARY MEMBERS MW Kenneth L. Larsen, PGM MW Raymond J. Vanden Berge, Sr., PGM RW Fredrick J. Berenbroick, PDDGM-5 MW Gary A. Henningsen, PGM, PGS-NY RW Joseph J. Kubik, PDDGM-4 AWAITING ENTERED APPRENTICE DEGREE Mr. Elliott Beals AWAITING FELLOWCRAFT DEGREE Bro EA Roberto Rodriguez Bro EA Edward N. Abreu Bro EA Jonathan T. Brammer Bro EA Christopher L. O’Bryant Bro EA Rocco A. Mangieri Bro EA Patrick J. Glover Look Ahead: St. Johns Lodge No. 1 R.I. 26th Annual Visitation to Euclid Lodge Date: Saturday April 4, 2015 Location: Trenton Masonic Temple Departure from Euclid Lodge: 10:00AM $35.00 per person for Bus Veterans Home Visitation: Sunday March 22, 2015 12:30PM EA Degree Friday, March 27, 2015 6PM ‘Day of Light’ Euclid & Hawthorne-Fortitude No. 200 Sunday May 15, 2015 9:00AM Location: North Franklin Trpk Ramsey, NJ Euclid Lodge Blood Bank Chairman, Aditya Thaker reminds us that on the 3rd Friday of each month, whole blood and Platelets may be donated, 2pm to 10pm at Clifton Lodge No. 203. If you have any Questions please call Worshipful Master ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES*** ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES***

7. The Brethren are charged by WM to support the Hasbrouck Heights Food Pantry by donating non-perishable canned goods At the Lodge 2015 Euclid Lodge Dues Grand Lodge Assessment Grand Lodge $18.00 MCF $18.00 Insurance $3.50 GW Memorial $1.00 Trenton Temple $2.00 Rainbow Girls $1.00 DeMolay $1.00 Total Grand Lodge Assessment $44.50 Euclid Lodge Assessment $70.00 TOTAL EUCLID LODGE dues for 2015 $114.50 ________________________ Gold Token Members 2015 Dues are $44.50 ACTION on ANNUAL RESOLUTION # 8 & 9 8). That Euclid Lodge No. 136, F. & A. M. supports the Fifth District Past Masters’ Association Scholarship Committee by being a Funding Member at the annual support of $1000.00 for 2015. Also that Euclid Lodge supports the Fifth District Past Masters’ association Scholarship Committee in memoriam program at the rate of $25.00 per deceased member. 9). That Euclid Lodge No. 136 F. & A. M. support the Children’s Learning Center of NJ located on Division Avenue in Hasbrouck Heights, in the amount of $1000.00. These 2 Resolutions will be acted on during the 1st meeting in February. Action to be taken during the 1st meeting in February That the Worshipful Master or designee he assigns be authorized to go into contract in excess of $1000.00 with a local hotel in Atlantic City for the lodging and hospitality room for our Past Master’s attending the Annual Grand Lodge Communication in April 2015. ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES*** ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES***

8. Polar Bear Plunge SATURDAY FEBRUARY 21ST   Join the Grand Lodge Team "Hiram On Ice: Or Make a Contribution to the Cause www.njpolarplunge.org MW Gerald J. Sharpe Beef Steak Dinner & Chinese Auction To the Officers and Members of New Jersey Lodges: I am pleased to announce that my Grand Staff and I will be hosting an evening of Friendship and Brotherhood on March 14, 2015. The evening will include a Beefsteak Dinner by Nightingale Caterers, Tricky Tray, Chinese Auction, lots of fun, and an evening of “Jammin’ with Gerry.” If you have never heard our Grand Master and First Lady Janice perform, this will be a perfect opportunity. Call for reservations immediately. Place: Crescent Shrine, 700 Highland Avenue, Westampton, NJ 08060 Date: Saturday, March 14, 2015 Social period: 4:00 p.m. Dinner begins: 5:00 p.m. - Beefsteak Dinner by the Nightingale Caterers Auction: 6:00 p.m. Jammin’ with Gerry 8:00 p.m. Ticket Price: $40 per person Checks payable to the “2014 NJ Grand Staff” – Tables of 10 can be reserved with full payment. For you convenience a PayPal button will be set up on the Grand Lodge Web Page - Or Mail checks no later than February 28th, 2015 Location: Seaside Heights Boardwalk & Beach 9:00 AM Meet at Harmony Temple,  110 Route 37W, Toms River, NJ 08754 Breakfast 9:00 am - 10:00 am  10:00 am Bus ride to Seaside Heights, a 10 min ride.  You can take your own car if you want too.12:30 pm Staging - If you go on your own remember to  look for our flag on the beach to plunge with us. 1:00 pm PLUNGE Water Temperature 34-36 Degrees Register or donate to a plunger online at:www.njpolarplunge.org JOIN TEAM 'HIRAM ON ICE' NOW New Jersey Freemason Team Name: Hiram On Ice Need Info? Dieter Hees dhees@mac.com cell: 732-300-4860, Denis Johnson dwj4185@gmail.com (732) 278-6286 ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES*** ***EUCLID – THE TRADITION CONTINUES***