140th Anniversary Party & German Table Lodge: July 14, 2010
RJK Fellowcraft Club Summer Solstice BBQ: June 26, 2010
Installation of Officers & Apron Presentation: June 11, 2010
Third Degree Tracing Board Lecture: May 12, 2010
Fellowcraft Club at Queen City Rollergirls: April 17, 2010
RJK Fellowcraft Club Charity Pasta Dinner & Auction for
The Food Bank of WNY: March 24, 2010
Third Degree of Freemasonry: February 27, 2010
RJK Fellowcraft Club Pool Tournament: February 24, 2010
5th Annual Pool Tournament Winners:
1st: W:. J. C. Litwin & Bro. Burton Royce
2nd: Bro. Dennis Hoban & Mr. David Militello
3rd: Bro. Dennis McMullen & Mr. Ray Myers
Second Degree Tracing Board Lecture: December 9, 2009
Bro. Nathan A. Shoff lectures on the symbolism of Bro. Greg Stewart's Modern Second Degree Tracing Board
Learning Pyramid - Festive Board: November 23, 2009
W:. J. C. Litwin (head of the table) presents a paper entitled "The Pyramid System of Masonic Learning"
Second Degree of Freemasonry: November 11, 2009
(Pictured left to right) kneeling: Todd Michalak - Tiler; front row: Michael Guzak - Musical Director, Ryan
Bonnett - Senior Master of Ceremony, Stephen Kelly - Junior Master of Ceremony, John Budowski - Senior Steward, Jason Royce - Junior Steward; middle row: Robert Rath - Treasurer, Dan Di Natale - Senior Deacon, Bernard J. Lyons - Junior Deacon, Milton Keim - Chaplain; back row: Nathan Shoff - Senior Warden,
J. C. Litwin - Worshipful Master, Ted Clark - Junior Warden, Gary Schultz - Secretary
Squaring the Stone - Festive Board: October 28, 2009
The brethren of Harmonie Lodge relax and discuss the process of cutting the perfect ashlar over the festive board
First Degree Tracing Board Lecture: September 23, 2009
W:. J. C. Litwin gives a lecture on the symbolism of the 1st Degree Tracing Board painted by Bro. John Harris circa 1825
Masonic Benevolence Award Presentation: September 23, 2009
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Bernard J. Lyons is presented the "Masonic Benevolence Award" from W:. J. C. Litwin
RJK Fellowcraft Club Trap Shooting: September 12, 2009
Members of the RJK Fellowcraft Club shoot another round of sporting clays at the North Forest Rod & Gun Club
Kipler Brothers at Sportsmens Tavern: September 11, 2009
R:. W:. James M. Kipler, playing guitar, and W:. Michael J. Kipler, on the saxophone, rock out on friday night
DDGM Visit, Old Timers & Awards Night: August 26, 2009
(l - r) R:. W:. Lawrence Kania watches Bro. Ted Clark receive the "Outstanding Service Award" from W:. J. C. Litwin
Bro. Nathan Shoff (center) is presented the "Albert Pike Award for Masonic Scholarship" by W:. J. C. Litwin
R:. W:. James M. Kipler is presented the "Ronald J. Keel Award for Superior Ritual" from W:. J. C. Litwin
(l - r) R:. W:. Lawrence Kania presents W:. Milton Keim with his DSA Apron; W:. J. C. Litwin holds the certificate
(l - r) W:. J. C. Litwin, R:. W:. Lawrence Kania, W:. Milton Keim, DSA and proud grandson Bro. Joshua Keim
(l - r) R:. W:. Lawrence Kania presents 50 Year Awards to R:. W:. Kenneth I. Perry and Bro. George G. Basil
R:. W:. Henry Z. Lang, Jr. (blue) wishes all brethren the same fortune, after receiving a 60 year pin from the DDGM
(l - r) R:. W:. Steven L. Morgan is presented with the second place "Masonic Jeopardy!" prize from W:. J. C. Litwin
(l - r) R:. W:. Lawrence Kania with engraved beer mugs, gifts from W:. J. C. Litwin
Harmonie Lodge - Fellowcraft Club Picnic: August 15, 2009
The brethren of Harmonie Lodge and their ladies enjoy a sunny summer afternoon of fun and fellowship
Newly initiated Brother Joshua Keim and Stephanie keeping an eye on the grill masters
(Pictured left to right) grill masters: W:. Gary Schultz and Bro. Ted Clark labor at their work
A feast of Chiavettas chicken barbeque was masterfully prepared by the grill masters
Newly initiated Brother Dennis McMullen and girlfriend Karen
(Pictured left to right) W:. Michael Clayton and Bro. Eric Samul
RJK Fellowcraft Club attends "Party on the Portico" at the Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society: July 31, 2009
Revelers enjoyed a beautiful summer evening under architecture inspired by the doric order temple of Athena Parthenos
Wendell Rivera's Latin Jazz Ensemble turned up the heat with original songs and classics from artists such as Santana
RJK Fellowcraft Club visits Buffalo Naval Park: July 25, 2009
(Pictured left to right) W:. Milton Keim DSA, Bro. Ted Clark, Bro. Michael Guzak, and Mr. Christopher Samul
Bro. Michael Guzak on the lookout for cowens and eavesdroppers
(Pictured left to right) Mr. Chris Samul, W:. Milton Keim DSA, Bro. Bob Rath , Bro. Mike Guzak, and W:. J. C. Litwin
139th Annual German Table Lodge: July 8, 2009
30 members of Harmonie & 20 guests from 7 other Lodges celebrate WNY's only authentic German Table Lodge
Bro. Jason Royce (far right) dutifully charged the cannon for several rounds of traditional festive toasts
The festive board included a delectable selection of traditional German sausages, cheeses, side dishes, and desserts
German Table Lodge co-chair, Bro. Nathan A. Shoff, dresses an "endangered" bratwurst
Bro. Peter A. Schank (foreground) leads the column of the North in a toast to the Grand Lodge of New York
RJK Fellowcraft Club Summer Solstice Party: June 20, 2009
(Pictured left to right) front row: Bro. Eric Samul, Bro. Richard Mills, Bro. David Scheuer, W:. Gary Schultz;
middle row: Bro. B. J. Lyons, Mr. Joshua Keim, Bro. Peter Schank, Bro. Steve Kelly, Bro. Dan DiNatale,
Mr. Chris Samul, Mr. Dennis McMullen, back row: Bro. Ted Clark, Bro. Mike Guzak, W:. J. C. Litwin,
R:. W:. Steve Morgan, R:. W:. Richard J. Kessler, W:. Milton Keim DSA, Bro. Bill Genrich, Jr.
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Eric Samul and Bro. Bill Genrich, Jr. emerging from the waterfall
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Michael Guzak and Bro. Bill Genrich, Jr. enjoy the festivities
Who you gonna call? Bro. Ted Clark, President of the RJK Fellowcraft Club, with flamethrower
Installation of Officers - Festive Board: June 10, 2009
W:. J. C. Litwin, Master of Harmonie Lodge No. 699, addresses the officers, brethren, and visitng dignitaries
RJK Fellowcraft Club Presents Proceeds of Pasta Dinner to Gilda's Club of Western New York: May 6, 2009
(Pictured left to right: Ms. Robin Vail, Bro. Daniel Di Natale, Bro. Mike Guzak, Ms. Mary Beth Karr, Bro. Ted Clark)
RJK Fellowcraft Club Trip to Grand Lodge: May 3 - 5, 2009
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Steven Kelly, W:. J. C. Litwin, and Bro. Daniel Di Natale
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Daniel Di Natale, W:. J. C. Litwin, and Bro. Steven Kelly
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Daniel Di Natale, W:. J. C. Litwin, and Bro. Steven Kelly
Masonic Jeopardy! at Harmonie Lodge: April 22, 2009
W:. J. C. Litwin hosting Masonic Jeopardy! reads Masonic Presidents for 100 points to start off the round.
(Pictured left to right) R:. W:. Steve Morgan, Bro. Gus Campbell, and Bro. Dan DiNatale (Masonic Jeopardy! champion)
Fellowcraft Club at Queen City Rollergirls: April 11, 2009
Suicidal Saucies' co-captain Pissi Longstocking (above) poses for the camera
Suicidal Saucies (above) trounced the Alley Cats (not pictured) 91 - 45
RJK Fellowcraft Club Charity Pasta Dinner & Auction for Gilda's Club of WNY: March 25, 2009
These young ladies fear no carbs, as they pile their plates with plenty of pasta!
Over sixty people were in attendace for the fourth annual charity pasta dinner and auction
A curious young lady spends time examining the Gilda's Club of WNY informational display
All of the participating children were big winners in the pre-auction coloring contest extravaganza
Bro. Mike Guzak, Bro. Ted Clark and Bro. Eric Jacisin auction off an auto-compatible flat screen TV/DVD
Helping to support a worthy cause, Mrs. Kary Clark (center) enthusiastically leads the bidding
RJK Fellowcraft Club Presents Proceeds of Pool Tournament to Second Chance Sheltering Network: February 28, 2009
(pictured left to right) W:. J. C. Litwin, Ms. Jane Doe, Bro. Michael Guzak, and Bro. Ted Clark
RJK Fellowcraft Club Pool Tournament: February 25, 2009
(Foreground) Bro. Peter Schank soundly sinking the eight ball; (Pictured left to right) W:. J. C. Litwin, Bro. Jared Keller,
Mr. Dennis McMullen, Bro. Dan DiNatale, Bro. Eric Jacisin, W:. Thomas Griffin, W:. Gary Schultz, Bro. Nathan Shoff, Bro. Bernard J. Lyons, Bro. Robert Stoll, Mr. Joshua Keim, Mr. Christopher Samul, Mr. Kevin Quinn, Bro. Michael Guzak, Bro. Jason Royce, Mr. David Militello, and Bro. Ted Clark
(Pictured left to right) kneeling: Bro. Eric Jacisin, Bro. Eric Samul, Bro. Michael Guzak; standing: W:. Gary Schultz,
Bro. Dan DiNatale, Mr. Christopher Samul, Bro. Jared Keller, Mr. Dennis McMullen, W:. Thomas Griffin, Bro. B. J. Lyons, Bro. Ted Clark, Mr. Joshua Keim, Bro. Robert Stoll, W:. J. C. Litwin, and Bro. Peter Schank
Bro. Nathan Shoff shows off his jump shot, while Bro. Jason Royce observes
4th Annual Pool Tournament Winners:
1st: Bro. B. J. Lyons & Mr. Joshua Keim
2nd: Bro. Eric Samul & Mr. Christopher Samul
3rd: Bro. Jared Keller & Mr. Dennis McMullen
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Eric Samul, Mr. Christopher Samul, Bro. Bernard J. Lyons,
Mr. Joshua Keim, Bro. Jared Keller, and Mr. Dennis McMullen
RJK Fellowcraft Club at NWA Wrestling: February 7, 2009
Bro. Jason Royce as Texas Outlaw "Blackjack Phoenix" intimidates the crowd with his bad boy antics (above)
Bro. Jason Royce "Blackjack Phoenix" puts a chin lock on Maximo Sauvé, as his partner cheers him on (above)
Bro. Jason Royce "Blackjack Phoenix" teaches Maximo Sauvé the rules, prior to delivering the coup de grace (above)
District Deputy Grandmaster's Visit: August 27, 2008
(Pictured left to right) R:. W:. Lawrence M. Kania, DDGM 1st Erie District & W:. J. C. Litwin, Master of Harmonie 699
RJK Fellowcraft Club Trap Shooting: August, 23, 2008
Bro. Michael Guzak displays his perfect form (above); Bro. Ted Clark, President of the RJK Fellowcraft Club (below).
Harmonie Lodge/Fellowcraft Club Picnic: August 16, 2008
(pictured left to right) top row: W:. Gary Schultz and Bro. Matt Harrington; standing: Bro. Mike Guzak, Bro. Ted Clark,
Bro. Eric Jacisin, W:. J. C. Litwin, Bro. Erci Samul, W:. Milton Keim, W:. Robert Coe, Bro. Robert Rath,
Bro. Jim Gibson; kneeling: Bro. Bill Genrich
First Degree of Freemasonry: August 13, 2008
(Pictured left to right) top row: W:. J. C. Litwin; bottom row: Bro. Andrew Jenis, Bro. Neil Kratzer,
Bro. Jared Keller, Bro. Jason Royce, Bro. Michael Guzak.
WNY's Original German Table Lodge: July 9, 2008
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Nathan Shoff, W:. J. C. Litwin, Bro. Craig Campbell, Bro. Harry "Gus" Campbell
Bro. Angus "Gus" Campbell (third from left) leads the brethren and guests of Harmonie Lodge in a traditional toast
RJK Fellowcraft Club visits Seabee Memorial: July 26, 2008
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Ted Clark, W:. J. C. Litwin, Bro. Gary Schultz, Jr., Bro. Robert Rath (WWII Sea-Bee veteran)
RJK Fellowcraft Club at Queen City Rollergirls: May 3, 2008
Bro. Eric L. Jacisin as "Mason Stone" announces the Queen City Roller Girls match
Suicidal Saucies (red) defeat Devil Dollies (black) 78 - 77
RJK Fellowcraft Club Charity Pasta Dinner & Auction for
Shriners Hospitals for Childern: March 26, 2008
(Pictured left to right) top: Bro. Ted Clark, Bro. John Balk; bottom: W:. Mike Clayton, Bro. Dan Dinatale, Bro. Nate Shoff
(Pictured left to right) standing: Bro. Daniel Dinatale, Bro. Frederick G. Clark II, Bro. B. J. . Lyons, Bro. Nathan Shoff, Bro. J. C. Litwin, Bro. John P. Balk, Bro. Eric Samul; reclining after a hard night's work: Bro. Eric L. Jacisin
(Pictured left to right) Bro. B.J. Lyons, in blue, and Mrs. Kary Clark, in black, serve up the tasty treats after dinner
(Pictured left to right) Mrs. Jackie Lyons and Bro. B. J. Lyons inspect the delectable desserts, probably sneaking a taste
RJK Fellowcraft Club Pool Tournament: February 27, 2008
Doubles Tournament Winners:
1st : Bro. Eric Samul & Mr. David Doldan (Harmonie 699)
2nd: Bro. Walter Kolt & Mr. John Kolt (Harmonie 699)
3rd: Bro. Dennis Hogan & Bro. Nick Polumbo (Amherst 981)
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Dennis Hogan, Bro. Daniel Dinatale, Mr. Chris Samul, Bro. John Balk, Bro. Nick Polumbo, Bro. Eric Samul, Bro. Ted Clark, Bro. J. C. Litwin, Mr. David Doldan, Bro. Walter Kolt, Mr. John Kolt, Bro. Craig Campbell.
Third Degree of Freemasonry: November 14, 2007
(Pictured left to right) Row 1: R:. W:. Paul Barrera, M:. W:. Edward G. Gilbert, Bro. John A. Leszak, R:. W:. John L. Leszak, Bro. Ted Clark; Row 2: Bro. Robert Rath, W:. Gerard E. Schultz, Jr. , R:. W:. Edwin Ardenski, R:. W:. Lawrence M. Kania, Bro. Bernard J. Lyons, W:. J. C. Litwin, W:. Thomas R. Griffin; Row 3: Bro. Nathan A. Shoff, Bro. Paul Crane, W:. Milton C. Keim, R:. W:. Henry Z. Lang, Jr., R:. W:. Kenneth Perry
(Pictured left to right) Row 1: R:. W:. Paul Barrera, R:. W:. Edwin Ardenski, Bro. John A. Leszak, R:. W:. John L. Leszak, M:. W:. Edward G. Gilbert; Row 2: R:. W:. Steven L. Morgan, W:. Gerard E. Schultz, Jr.
RJK Fellowcraft Club Pool Tournament: Febraury 28, 2007
Winners:
1st : W:. Gary Schultz
2nd: Bro. Paul Crane
3rd: Bro. John Balk
(Pictured left to right) Bro. Eric Samul, Bro. B.J. Lyons, Bro. Thomas Griffin, Bro. Paul Crane, Bro. Ted Clark,
Bro. Gary Schultz, Bro. John Balk, Bro. Nathan Shoff, Bro. J. C. Litwin
RJK Fellowcraft Club Pool Tournament: Febraury 22, 2006
Winners:
1st: Bro. John Balk
2nd: Bro. Walter Kolt
3rd: R:. W:. Ward Peterson
Front Row (left to right) R.W. Ken Perry, Bro. J.C. Litwin, R.W. Ward Peterson, W. Dan Gajewski.
Back Row (l to r) Bro. Will Genrich III, Bro. Ted Clark, Bro. Will Genrich, Jr., Bro. Walter Kolt,
Bro. David Scheurer, Bro. John Balk, W. Gary Schultz, W. Milton Keim.
Bro. Litwin visits Aztec Lodge No. 22 in Mexico: August 2005
Bro. J. C. Litwin poses with the brethren of Aztec Lodge No. 22, Anahuac Lodge No. 3 and the Grand Master of Mexico
The Grand Master of the York Grand Lodge of Mexico addresses the brethren on his official visit to Mexico City