Celebration Dinner

On Saturday, November 21, the Valley hosted a dinner celebrating the installation of Ill. Stephen Whittaker, 33° as an Active Member of Supreme Council. Brother Whittaker is the fourth member of the Valley to be elected and installed an Active Member and the first brother to have worn the black hat as a member, the red hat as a Meritorious Service Award recipient, the white hat of a 33 Degree Honorary member of Supreme Council and the purple hat of Active Member.
The celebration was held at the Penfield Country Club, hosted by Brother Don Osborne, 32°. The guests included four of the five other Active Members for New York, including the Deputy for New York and the Grand Minister of State, a Past Grand Master, two Past Grand High Priests, Most Eminent Grand Master of Cryptic Masons in New York and an active member of the grand line of Knights Templar.
The evening was an excellent celebration and roast of Brother Whittaker's Masonic career and achievements.

Supreme Council

The Supreme Council session was held in Boston Massachuetts. Five illustrious brothers attended the sessions. They were Charles Hancock, John Zabel, Stephen Whittaker, John Orr and G. Michael Morris. It was announced at the Monday meeting the Illustrious Stephen Whittaker, 33° had been named an Active member of Supreme Council. Brother Steve is only the fourth member of the Valley to become an Active Member.

It was also announced at the New York State dinner that three members of the Valley were elected to receive the 33rd Degree in Philadelphia next summer. They are, Charles Frear, Glenn Stahl and Harris Fitch.

Council of Deliberation

The Valley was the host for the New York Council of Deliberation held in Liverpool, New York. Our efforts proved to make the weekend a success. The ladies program was enjoyed by all the ladies that attended it. There were no problems or glitches during the weekend. Our efforts were praised by all.
The Valley was awarded recognition for the greatest percentage of new members and for excellance in ritual presentation.
Our brother Sy Kopen was awarde the Meritorious Service Award by the COD on recommendation of the officers of the Valley.

Camp Morris Clam Bake and Steak Roast

The annual clam bake and steak roast was held at our Commander-in-Chief's summer home in Wayland. There were 120 brothers and guests signed up. Due to RAIN some were unable to make it, but Mike Morris had arranged for a tent and tables and chairs. Everyone present had a great time and over 200 dozen clams were steamed and 120 steaks grilled.

Election of Officers

The Valley elected new officers for the Lodge of Perfection, Council of Princes of Jerusalem, and Chapter of Knight of Rose Croix. The Consistory officers server for another year. Also Distinguished Brother William Lindsay, 32° MSA was elected as Secretary Emeritus.

Reunion Banquet

The Spring Reunion Banquet was held on Friday, May 1st at the Penfield Country Club, through the sponsorship of Brother Don Osborne. The evening was delightful with many of the Ill. Charles Hancock, 33° Class of 2009 present. The class included brethren from across the area, including active duty members of the United States Army stationed at the local recruiting office. The Class Sponsor was present with his wife and daughter. Also present was Ill. Harold Aldrich, 33° Past Deputy and Grand Minister of State of Supreme Council with his wife Phyllis.