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Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts

Council #81 of the KofC in Marlborough-Hudson, MA

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News and Announcements

  • It’s Election Season!
  • Knights of Columbus Annual Free Throw Championship
  • Council #81 mourns the loss of our brother Knight, Tim Gruttner.
  • Grand Knight’s Blog October, 2024
  • Proposed By-law Amendments
  • Grand Knight’s Blog – September 2024
  • 2024 Labor Day Parade
  • Grand Knight’s Blog – June 2024
  • Election of Officers
  • St. Michael’s Lenten Speaker Series
  • Grand Knight’s Blog February, 2024
  • Help Support First Concern Pregnancy Resource Center
  • Grand Knight’s Blog – January 2024
  • Grand Knight’s Blog, December 2023
  • Council #81 welcomes two new 4th Degree Knights

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It’s Election Season!

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on April 9, 2025 by WebmasterJune 1, 2025

Election of Officers When:        June 10, 2025,   7:30 p.m. Where:      St. Matthias Parish Hall 409 Hemenway St. Marlborough, MA 01752 Who:       The following slate has been proposed by the Nomination Committee. Grand Knight Kevin Armstrong Deputy Grand Knight Tom Hirsh Chancellor Scott Snyder … Continue reading →

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Knights of Columbus Annual Free Throw Championship

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on January 20, 2025 by WebmasterJanuary 20, 2025

Free Throw Championship DATE:              Sunday January 26, 2025 TIMES:            Player registration:      1:30 PM. Competition:                 2 to 3 PM. Awards:                        … Continue reading →

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Council #81 mourns the loss of our brother Knight, Tim Gruttner.

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on January 10, 2025 by WebmasterJanuary 10, 2025

Tim joined the Knights in 1979 and transferred to Council #81 in 2019.  Tim was a solid fixture at our programs.  We will always remember Tim giving basketball shooting pointers to kids at our Free Throw Championship, and tossing a football around at the St. Michael’s Parish picnic. We express … Continue reading →

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Grand Knight’s Blog October, 2024

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on October 8, 2024 by WebmasterJanuary 11, 2025

Next Meeting Date:   Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Time:   7:30 p.m. . . . . . . . . doors open at 7:00 Place:  St. Matthias Parish Hall Activities and News Since Last Meeting ·        St. Michael’s Neighborhood Block Party The first annual St. Michael’s Neighborhood Block Party was a big … Continue reading →

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Proposed By-law Amendments

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on September 19, 2024 by WebmasterSeptember 19, 2024

Below are printed the proposed by-law changes wihch will be voted on on October 8th regular business meeting at 7:30 at St. Matthias Parish Hall: 1,    The Initiation fee as provided in Article I section 2 shall be abrogated.  The said section 2 shall be deleted and the succeeding … Continue reading →

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Grand Knight’s Blog – September 2024

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on September 10, 2024 by WebmasterSeptember 10, 2024

September, 2024 Next Meeting Date:   Tuesday, September 10, 2024 Time:   7:30 p.m. . . . . . . . . doors open at 7:00 Place:  St. Matthias Parish Hall Activities and News Since Last Meeting ·        Labor Day Parade The Labor Day Parade was a success.  Thanks to Mike … Continue reading →

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2024 Labor Day Parade

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on August 21, 2024 by WebmasterAugust 21, 2024

Council #81 will march again! And by “march” we mean “stroll.”  The Parade route is 1.7 miles long.  Piece of cake! Sign up here if you plan to march. Here are the details: When: Labor Day!  Monday, September 2nd, 2024. Uniform: Dress is white KofC Polo shirt (navy if you … Continue reading →

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Grand Knight’s Blog – June 2024

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on June 11, 2024 by WebmasterJune 12, 2024

June, 2024 Next Meeting Date:   Tuesday, June 11, 2024 Time:   7:30 p.m. . . . . . . . . doors open at 7:00 Place:  St. Matthias Parish Hall Activities and News Since Last Meeting ·        Fr. Peter Devlin Fr. Peter Devlin, who visits for a month every summer … Continue reading →

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Election of Officers

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on May 28, 2024 by WebmasterMay 28, 2024

Election of Officers When:    June 11, 2024,   7:30 p.m. Where:   St. Matthias Parish Hall 409 Hemenway St. Marlborough, MA 01752 Who:       The following slate has been proposed by the Nomination Committee. Additional nominations may be made from the floor. Grand Knight Brendan Butler Deputy Grand Knight Kevin … Continue reading →

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Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on February 13, 2024 by WebmasterFebruary 13, 2024

St. Michael’s Lenten Speaker Series Thursday,  Feb. 15    7:00 p.m. “Understanding the Eucharist:  True Presence”  Zach Morris Zach Morris lives in Natick, MA with his wife Gabrielle and their 1 year old daughter Benedicta. He teaches at St. Benedict Classical Academy and serves as the Youth Minister for St. … Continue reading →

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Grand Knight’s Blog February, 2024

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on February 13, 2024 by WebmasterFebruary 13, 2024

Grand Knight’s Blog February, 2024 Next Meeting Date:   Tuesday, February 13, 2024 Time:   7:30 p.m. Place:  Snow Day!  Meeting by Zoom Zoom link:    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8564882108?pwd=QXhLQ0RhK3Npd0psVDJMUjZNRnNFUT09&omn=88519784279 If asked for a passcode, it is NCC1707. There will be a prize for anyone who knows the relevance of that passcode. Activities and News … Continue reading →

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Help Support First Concern Pregnancy Resource Center

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on January 17, 2024 by WebmasterJanuary 17, 2024

Help support a culture of life in our community. First Concern Pregnancy Resource Center provides free pregnancy testing, medical referrals, and options counseling for women facing unplanned pregnancies.  And for those women and men who choose life, First Concern provides parenting education and additional ongoing resources. And, since Council #81 … Continue reading →

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Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on January 9, 2024 by WebmasterJanuary 9, 2024

Grand Knight’s Blog January, 2024 Next Meeting Date:   Tuesday, January 9, 2024 Time:   7:30 p.m. . . . . . . . . doors open at 7:00 Place:  St. Matthias Parish Hall Activities and News Since Last Meeting ·        March for Life We are supporting Fr. Steven’s excursion with … Continue reading →

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Grand Knight’s Blog, December 2023

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on December 12, 2023 by WebmasterDecember 14, 2023

December, 2023 Next Meeting Date:   Tuesday, December 12, 2023 Time:   7:30 p.m. . . . . . . . . doors open at 7:00 Place:  St. Matthias Parish Hall Activities and News Since Last Meeting ·        Poinsettia Program Mike Wells came up with an idea to deliver a Poinsettia … Continue reading →

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Council #81 welcomes two new 4th Degree Knights

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on November 12, 2023 by WebmasterNovember 12, 2023

On November 12, 2023 G.K. Brendan Butler and D.G.K. Kevin Armstrong became members of the state’s newest fourth degree knights at a state-wide exemplification ceremony at St. Mary’s Church, Ware, Mass.

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Grand Knight’s Blog – October, 2023

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on October 9, 2023 by WebmasterOctober 9, 2023

Grand Knight’s Blog October, 2023 Next Meeting Date:   Tuesday, October 10, 2023, 2023 Time:   7:30 p.m. . . . . . . . . doors open at 7:00 Place:  St. Matthias Parish Hall Activities and News Since Last Meeting ·        St. Michael’s Parish Picnic Thanks to all the Knights … Continue reading →

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By-Laws

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on September 19, 2023 by WebmasterSeptember 19, 2024

BY-LAWS Knights of Columbus MARLBORO COUNCIL NO. 81 MARLBORO, MA Adopted January 14, 2014 ARTICLE I Section 1. This Council shall be known as MARLBORO COUNCIL NO. 81, Knights of Columbus. Section 2. The initiation fee shall be 10.00 except that for applicants under 26 years of age it shall … Continue reading →

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Coats for Kids Motion

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on September 13, 2023 by WebmasterSeptember 25, 2023

Last year, in the wake of Covid-19, we became aware of an extraordinary need for winter coats for needy kids in our community.  We originally purchased and donated 4 cases of new winter coats in children’s sizes, partnering with several agencies in Marlboro and Hudson who helped us identify kids … Continue reading →

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Tootsie Roll Drive

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on September 13, 2023 by WebmasterSeptember 25, 2023

Columbus Day Weekend, Knights all over the country will be outside stores and churches in our familiar yellow vests and tin cans handing out Tootsie Rolls and collecting donations. However, many people do not know the real purpose behind this effort:  to raise funds for people with intellectual disabilities. In … Continue reading →

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St. Michael Parish Picnic

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on September 13, 2023 by WebmasterSeptember 13, 2023

Due to a scheduling conflict, the annual parish picnic has been rescheduled as follows: Date: October 8, 2023 Time:  12:00 p.m.  Report at 11:30 a.m. Where:   Hudson Elks Picnic Grounds (behind the Elks Hall on Brigham Street in Hudson). Uniform:  Wear your Navy Blue K of C Polo shirt and … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam:  John “Jack” E. Duffin Jr.

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on August 28, 2023 by WebmasterSeptember 13, 2023

Council #81 is saddened to announce the passing of our brother, Jack Duffin, 88. Jack passed away on July 30, 2023 at his retirement home in Hampton, NH. Jack took his first degree in April, 1956, more than 67 years ago, and was a Third Degree and Honorary Life Member … Continue reading →

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Prayers for Fr. Gregory Mercurio

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on August 20, 2023 by WebmasterAugust 27, 2023

Council 81’s long-time Chaplain, Fr. Gregory Mercurio, is very ill and entering Hospice tonight. Fr. Gregory was well known and well loved by the people of Marlboro, first having served while a Franciscan Friar at St. Ann’s in Marlboro, a large Italian community, in the 1970’s and 80’s. Later, he … Continue reading →

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2023 Labor Day Parade

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on August 20, 2023 by WebmasterAugust 23, 2023

Council #81 will march again! And by “march” we mean “stroll.”  The Parade route is 1.7 miles long.  Piece of cake! Sign up here if you plan to march. Here are the details: When: Labor Day!  Monday, September 4th, 2023. Uniform: Dress is white KofC Polo shirt (navy if you … Continue reading →

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Grand Knight’s Blog – June 2023

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on June 9, 2023 by WebmasterOctober 9, 2023

Grand Knight’s Blog June, 2023 Next Meeting Date:   Tuesday, June 13, 2023 Time:   7:30 p.m. . . . . . . . . doors open at 7:00 Place:  St. Matthias Parish Hall Activities and News Since Last Meeting ·        Welcome new members: Rev. Anthony Didongo from Ghana has been … Continue reading →

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Grand Knight’s Blog May, 2023

Knights of Columbus Marlboro-Hudson, Massachusetts Posted on May 9, 2023 by WebmasterMay 9, 2023

Grand Knight’s Blog May, 2023 Next Meeting Date:   Tuesday, May 9, 2023 Time:   7:30 p.m. . . . . . . . . doors open at 7:00 Place:  St. Matthias Parish Hall Activities and News Since Last Meeting ·        St. Michael’s Prayer and Adoration In response to SatanCon – … Continue reading →

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