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Ancient Order of Hibernians
151 Watertown Street
PO Box 11
Watertown, MA 02471
MAY 2015 NEWSLETTER!
Ancient Order of Hibernians
Division 14
PO Box 11
Watertown, MA 02471
MAY 2015 NEWSLETTER
AOH President’s Message
I can’t believe that two years have already passed since
the Boston Marathon bombing and subsequent shootout just days
later in Watertown. The time may have passed quickly, for some,
but the memories continue to linger.
The Very Rev. Robert L. Connors, V.F., PhD was the guest
speaker at our Annual Communion Breakfast this past Sunday. It
was a beautiful Mother’s Day and a time enjoyed by all. Many
thanks to the kitchen crew: Jen, Buddy, Dick, Peter and Ron for
putting out a great breakfast.
Please welcome our newest members of the Don McAdam
Class that were brought in this past month. Depending on our
numbers we plan to bring in one more class before the summer
break.
The revised amendments to the Division by-laws have
been formatted in a smaller booklet format. Please attend the
Division meeting on Thursday (5/14) evening at 7 P.M. to review
the new format and provide any additional recommendations for
the booklet prior to final print.
The Scholarship Social will be this coming Friday (5/15)
beginning sometime close to 7 P.M., to be honest the interest in
attending has been lackluster at best and it would be
embarrassing to not have a decent membership representation for
these very deserving young men and women.
Memorial Day and the annual parade is only three weeks
away and it would be nice if we could have a few of our younger
Watertown Strong members march this year. If you are so inclined
please join us and have your families come to the club afterwards
for a cookout and a time to share with family and friends.
Finally, now that Easter is behind us I hope you were able
to take the time to reflect on what is important in your lives and
realize how blessed we are for the sacrifice Jesus made for us on
the cross.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity,
Joseph P. McCusker Jr.
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LAOH President’s Message
DUES are past due. If mailing the dues please send check
payable to LAOH, Division 14, Watertown, to our Financial
Secretary, Sue McCallum, 214 Warren St., Waltham, MA 02453.
If you are considering riding on the Memorial Day Float 2015
MUST BE PAID. Less than half of the memberships HAVE NOT
PAID at this time. Club cards will be turned off if dues are not paid,
per the Club Inc.
Memorial Mass for all Deceased AOH LAOH Members will
be held on Sunday, May 10th.The Mass is at 10:00 AM at St.
Patrick's Church. Breakfast follows at Hibernian Hall. Tickets are
$10. I still have tickets for sale, call me at 617.851.1836.
Monday, May 11th will be May’s Monthly Meeting. We
have 8 New Members being installed. This is the most new
membership joining at one time in years. If you have a friend or
relative thinking about joining, applications are at the bar and will
be available at the meeting. New members bring new ideas for
Socials Fund Raising.
Friday, May 15 th will be Scholarship awards evening,
tickets are $10. Please come and wish the winners good luck in
their future education.
The Memorial Day Parade will be held on May 25th. Paul
Hogan of Holyoke is bringing the new float.
The AOH LAOH 2015 State Convention will be held May
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29 – May 31st at the Double Tree Hotel in Hyannis. I have the
credentials for the three individuals going from our Division.
June 8th will be our Ice Cream Social evening and the last
meeting until the fall. Many of our members go away during the
summer months.
Mark your calendars, Friday, June 12th; we will be hosting
a Cabaret Evening in the Hall called What, No Tiara. see
attached). Seating will be arranged by ticket purchase. Cash Bar.
Please bring your own table appetizers, etc. Doors open at 7:00,
show starts at 7:30. For tickets please contact Sue McCallum,
781-899-7645 or Maureen Foley, 617-967-1195.
I would like to thank all those that assisted in any way with
the Fashion Show. Our Models did an awesome job. Those that
attended had an enjoyable afternoon.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity,
Mary B. Ryan, President
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UPDATES
AOH Membership Notice
2015 dues are now payable. Regular Division Members pay
$55.00, Senior Division Members pay $30.00. All Associate
Members regardless of age pay $55.00. You can mail your checks
to A.O.H. Div 14 c/o Dennis Murphy, P.O. Box 11, Watertown, MA
02471. You may also make payment at the club. Please note that
as of March 17th all unpaid members will have their card keys
turned off until the member makes payment.
LAOH Membership Notice
2015 dues are now payable. When sending your dues please
include your name, address, phone number and e-mail. This will
provide us with an up-to-date listing. Members age 64 and below $25, age 65 to 79 - $20, age 80+ - $15. Mary Ryan’s contact
information is 617.923.8891 email address is
[email protected].
E-mail Addresses Needed From All Members
We have set up an e-mail distribution list to cut down on the
Newsletter expenses. Please consider sending your e-mail to the
Financial Secretary Dennis Murphy at [email protected].
Family Supper
Nothing scheduled … have a great summer.
Club Executive Board News
Nothing new to report .. Accounts are in proper order.
Sick Members and/or shut-in
If anyone knows of a fellow member that is sick and/or shut-in
please inform the Chairman of our Sick Committee (Desi McElroy).
Desi can be reached at 617-710-8680.
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KNOWN MEMBERS CURRENTLY SICK and/or SHUT-IN
Joe O’Brien (as far as we know) is still resting at the
Neville Place, 650 Concord Ave. Cambridge, MA
02138.
Mike Winston is resting at home, 48 Bigelow Ave. Apt
18 Watertown, MA 02472.
Jack Meehan is recuperating from heart surgery, the
only report we currently have is that he came through
the surgery fine and was resting in ICU. Well wishes
can be sent to the following address; 6047 Bahia
Belmar Blvd,, Apt #262, St. Petersburg FL 33715.
Joseph P. M cCu sker Sr.
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ANNUAL AOH DIV-14 MEMORIAL GOLF
TOURNAMENT
IN MEMORY OF DON MCADAM
FRIDAY JULY 24, 2015
TO BENEFIT THE AOH DIVISION 14 SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Where: Wayland Country Club
121 Old Sudbury Road
Wayland, MA 01778
Golf fee: $125/person if paid on time (the due date is July 10th )
$135/person if paid after the due date
Time:
Golf:
Contact:
1:30 P.M. Shotgun start
Format is Scramble
Contact: Joe McCusker 617.924.7507
POST TOURNAMENT PARTY
At the Club after golf is complete
Donation of $25 per person is suggested for non-golfers
Ancient Order of Hibernians
151 Watertown Street
Watertown, MA 02472
Checks made payable to the AOH DIV-14 SCHOLARSHIP FUND
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The Don McAdam Class
Division Inauguration
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The Don McAdam Class
Division Inauguration
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The Club Inc. is looking for a few good men and women
that might be interested in working as a maitre d'. For
additional information contact Desi McElroy at
617.710.8680
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Calendar of Events
Date
May-11 LAOH Division Meeting
May-14 AOH Division Meeting
May-15 Scholarship Awards and Social
May-21 Club Inc. Meeting
May-25 Memorial Day Parade and cookout
Jun-11 AOH Division Meeting
Jun-12 LAOH Presents - What No Tiara? (see attached)
Jun-18 Club Inc. Meeting
Jul-24 Division Memorial Golf Tournament (see attached)
Aug-28 70'S AND 80'S Night with DM Productions
Nov-20 Division Turkey Shoot
Dec-6 Division Children's Christmas Party
HALL RENTALS
Please remember when renting the hall as a member you must
be a member in good standing, pay with your own check and
you must be at the function. We have had a few people ask
about these requirements for the member's rate, so we wanted to
help clarify these requirements. The Members Lounge may be
used for up to forty (40) people. For more than forty (40) the Big
Hall is available. We love to see members renting the hall for all
their family functions. For more information please contact the
Rental Agent, Desi McElroy, at 617-710-8680. Also check out
our web pages for photos of the Hall: www.aohdiv14.com
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Please support these establishments
who have supported the Hibernians!
Maria’s Catering
104 School St.
Watertown, MA
617-926-5144
Paddy’s Pub
95 Elm St.
West Newton, MA
617-965-6444
Steamers
311 Watertown St.
Newton, MA
617-244-9155
West St. Grill
7 West St.
Newton, MA
617-795-0883
Devlin’s Restaurant
332 Washington St.
Brighton, MA
617-779-8822
Baanthai Rest.
659 Main St.
Waltham, MA
781-893-7700
Pizza Regina
Arsenal Mall
Watertown, MA
617-926-5300
Copper House
380 Winter St.
Waltham, MA
781-890-8989
Fit Z's Bar & Grille
451 Main St.
Watertown, MA
617-923-3969
City Streets
240 Lexington St.
Waltham, MA
781-647-2489
Stella’s Pizza
605 Mt. Auburn St.
Watertown, MA
617-924-5692
O’Hara’s Pub
1185 Walnut St.
Newton, MA
617-965-6785
Antoine’s Bakery
317 Watertown St.
Newton, MA
617-527-6747
Stone Hearth Pizza
182 Western Ave.
Allston, MA
617-903-4680
The Warren Tavern
2 Pleasant St.
Charlestown, MA
617-241-8142