Acacia Lodge #49

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Grand Master's Reception Charity Online Auction

Acacia Lodge Charity Fundraiser

Grand Master's Reception

ONLINE AUCTION LIVE

The Online Auction has begun with several items online available for bidding.

You need to register to bid and the registration process will send you an email to confirm your email address. If you don't receive the confirmation email after a few minutes, please check your spamfolder.

There are several more items being posted every day and registered bidders will be notified each time a new item is added for bidding.

Here is the link to the site www.hiramauctions.ca (but if you are here just click it).

BY THE WAY.....

Have you purchased your tickets for the event yet?

Time is running out as the deadline for tickets is

Wednesday September 26th, 2018.

The Event

When: Saturday September 29th, 2018 Doors open at 4:00 pm Dinner at 5:30 pm

Where: Moncton Masonic Hall (check the Frequently Asked Questions)

What you can expect

- Seven (7) Course Meal - Seafood or Italian themed (faq)

- Entertainment by Kevin Robart - one of Canada's premier Magicians and Illusionists (faq)

- Live Kitchen Party Musical Entertainment

- Speciality Bar items including premium single malt Scotch's, Quality Wine by the bottle and more!

- Silent Auction online and available in advance of the event (faq)

- Silent Auction items available only at the event (faq)

- Live Auction for a specific item only at the event (faq)

- Door Prizes, 50/50 draw and other exciting activities throughout the evening

Tickets per person: $45.00 purchased online in advance.

If you have trouble purchasing tickets online, contact us at gmr2018@acacia49.org. Check out the FAQ's below

Click here to order tickets online

A group of rooms have been blocked for our out of town guests at the Crown Plaza Hotel.

A special rate of $139+tax per night. Check our FAQ's below for more information on how to book your room.

Proceeds from the evening will be going towards various Masonic charitable causes, such as the Dyslexia Learning Center for Kids, DeMolay, and Camp Good Time. Read More...

Can’t make it out that night? There are opportunities to support the event and the charities by Sponsorship of certain aspects as well as donating items for the silent auction. Also you can support the worthy causes by purchasing some of the 50/50 tickets as well as bidding on the silent auction items. You do not need to be in attendance to win.

Click here to read about the Charities

Click here to read about the Sponsors and Supporters

Click here to read about Sponsorship opportunities

Click here for information on donating items for the silent auction

Click here to go to our online Silent Auction site

Click here to order 50/50 tickets online

Current Estimated Prize Pot is $270 (Winner takes half)

Doors open at 4:00 pm dinner starts at 5:30 pm and goes until the last man standing falls (*or midnight. Whichever comes first!)

Questions about the event or how you can help?

Scroll down to read the FAQs or

Email Acacia Lodge gmr2018@acacia49.org

This event is jointly sponsored by

Acacia Lodge #49

The Masonic Club

Please help us support our worthy causes.

Acacia Lodge Charity Fundraiser and Grand Master's Reception FAQ’s

When is the party?

Saturday September 29th, 2018. The Masonic Club on the main floor opens at 4:00 pm for Social time, the Dinner will begin at 5:30 pm. Entertainment will follow the dinner. After the entertainment will be the Biggest and Best Kitchen Party you have ever seen. Through out the evening will be the games of chance and the silent auction bidding.

Where is the party?

115 Queen St. You can park in the empty parking lot opposite the building. The entrance is the door on Alma street which faces the parking lot. When you arrive proceed upstairs to The Masonic Club to register you have arrived, and enjoy some socializing.

Where can I stay overnight?

We have arranged a special Room rate with the Crown Plaza Hotel, 1005 Main Street Moncton, E1C 1E6, in their Newly renovated rooms. Double Occupancy of $139.00 + hst per night, includes complimentary parking in their parking lot. We have also negotiated a discounted rate of $12.00 per person for their Breakfast Buffet on Sunday morning, at an additional charge to your room if you wish to add this on. Here is a link to their online registration system (click here) for this event. Enter the dates of your stay and the number of people in your room and click the "Book" button. It will show you the prefered rate. If you wish to call them, 1-506-854-6340 and be sure to use group code "UAG" "Grand Lodge of New Brunswick". Or you can email us and we can arrange a room for you.

In addition, we have arranged a van shuttle service from the hotel to the lodge hall and return you back again at the end of the evening.

What is the Grand Master's Reception?

Acacia Lodge felt it was important to Honour our Grand Master with a dinner fit for a king and spectacular social time. We pride ourselves on hosting the best parties! We have arranged for a seven-course meal, and one of Canada's premier magicians and mentalists for the evening. After that is a spectacular kitchen party with a 50/50 draw, and an opportunity bid on several great things in the silent auction. Finally, proceeds for this event are being donated to the three charities.

What is the dress code?

Dress for the evening will be business dress, so men should wear a shirt and tie and jacket, (please wear pants too) ladies something nice in business type attire. Once the kitchen party kicks in to high gear, loose the ties and jackets and get ready for a great time.

Who is the Anchor Entertainer for the evening?

Kevin Robart, has established himself as one Canada’s premiere corporate entertainers. For over 30 years he has entertained groups from 25 to 5000 as a magician and mentalist. As well as performing for some of the Country's top companies, Kevin has entertained Stateside, in the UK and performed on Parliment Hill for Canada Day celebrations. Kevin will be mingling through our group during the social hour before the meal entertaining small numbers of people with their very own “one on one entertainment”. After the dinner we will experience his "Theatre of the Mind". This show blends just the right amount of “WOW!” factor with humour. A highly interactive show, audience members not only watch the show from their seats, but some get to experience first- hand what it is like to have someone get into their minds. Audience members also explore the possibility that they are connected with strangers in the audience or possibly even with someone in another part of the world they have never met. Read More...

How can I buy event tickets?

1) Buy them Online!
You can go online using a computer or smartphone to (click here) and in the web page you will see the following images that you can click on to buy tickets for the event.

You can buy as many tickets as you like from the website. You will receive a receipt via email and be registered for the event by name. All tickets will be under the purchaser’s name.

2) Use a buddy!
If you aren’t able to go online, you can ask anyone that you know to simply buy them online for you. They can purchase the tickets using their credit card using your name for the tickets. You can then pay your friend however you like. Maybe barter to mow their lawn?

3) Still stuck? Contact us!
We are happy to accept payments for event tickets or 50/50 tickets in other ways, such as email transfer or even cash if you still wish to use that funny stuff. We will work with you, and then add your details to the tickets. You can contact us at gmr2018@acacia49.org or contact Bill Millett @ 506-227-5518

Can I just pay at the door?

Depending on availability. There is already a large commitment to purchasing tickets to the event and seating is limited. To help guarantee that you will be able to attend the event, it is highly recommended that you pre-purchase your tickets. We’d hate to turn someone away that is looking to have a good time!

Will I receive a physical ticket for the event?

No. When you purchase tickets for the event, the purchaser of the tickets will be registered under their name. You will only need your name and smiling face at the check-in desk! Receipts for online sales will be delivered via email.

Can I bid on the Auction Items advance?

Yes! We will be offering many of the special items in an online bidding format. You will be able to place bids on them for the month of September. (click here) Your name and details will be associated with the item and your bid and do not have to be present to win. We will also have some items only available at the live event that you will have to be there to bid on. You don't need to bring cash as we will have the abilities to accept your credit or debit card for payment.

Can I buy 50/50 Tickets in advance?

Yes! You can purchase 50/50 tickets in advance through the online web store (click here) Your name and details will be associated with the ticket and do not have to be present to win. You will also be able to purchase 50/50 tickets at the event.

When I buy a 50/50 ticket, I need to pick a charity. What’s up with that?

Each 50/50 ticket will be a ‘vote’ for the charity of your choice. At the end of the night, the votes will be tallied up, and each charity will receive their share of the money raised. So vote for your charity as often as you can!

Is this a fundraiser or just a big party?

Both! We will be raising funds for 3 different charities and having fun doing it, so don’t forget to bring your penny jar!

I can’t eat food with gluten; how will I survive?

Gluten Free options are available upon special request, as well, we will try to accommadate any other special dietary concerns. Please be sure to let us know well in advance by email gmr2018@acacia49.org.

Will there be snacks?

We will have lots of snacks for the tables during the Kitchen Party.

What are my choices for a meal?

Each guest will have the choice of a seven-course meal themed on Seafood or Italian.

Seafood Theme