Brethren,
Well it seems that we are off to a great start to the 2010
Masonic year. It looks like we are all set to replace the HVAC
system with new energy efficient equipment that will save the
lodge a great deal of money. New carpet in the foyer and
stretching the carpet in the lodge room will give a great
impression to the members and visiting brothers to our lodge.
These improvements are just the physical improvements. The motto
of Mantua Lodge is “The Friendly Lodge”. New carpet and a warm
or cool building are just the cosmetic trappings. The brothers
are the heart and soul of the lodge. Be the first to extend your
hand to greet a visiting brother or a long time member.
Remember, you have promised to befriend every brother. I look
forward to a continued exciting year.
Fraternally,
Arlie A. Schiermeier
Worshipful Master
Important Announcement
At the February communication, we are going to be voting to
replace and upgrade the heating and cooling systems in the
lodge. This will be done with the help of a program from the
State of New Jersey. This program pays for 80% of the cost to
upgrade the equipment. The presentation at the January meeting
discussed the cost savings that the lodge would see over the
next few years. The approximate cost savings of the equipment
thru this program is about $30,000 over the cost of what it
would cost without the program.
Worshipful Master
Arlie A. Schiermeier
In Memoriam
Brother John A.Webernick
Born: 12-08-1950 Raised: 04-21-1983 Died: 12-15-2009
Information
Hall Rentals
Members of Mantua Lodge $200.00 Donation
Non-members but Masons $250.00 Donation
Non-members no affiliation $300.00 Donation