Here is a message from Ralph W. Smith, Jr., DDGM District 4

Rt. Wor., Worshipful Sirs and Brethren,

The following should resolve your questions regarding times, dress and parking for the Grand Master’s visit to Districts 2, 3, and 4 on Saturday,7 January 2012.

The details of the event are listed on each ticket. We expect to begin receiving guests at 1:00 pm. Hors d’oeuvres will be served at 1:30, followed by tiled lodge opening at 2:00 to receive the Grand Master. Dessert will be served following the Lodge meeting - Dress will be Black Tuxedo for Past Grand Masters, Grand Lodge Officers, and DDGM’s. Black Tuxedo or Dark Suit for Subordinate Lodge Officers and Brethren.

There is limited parking at the Winchester Masonic Temple as the Lodge shares a small parking lot withBB&T Bank. Please direct the Brethren to park in the auto park parking garage located at 30 N. Braddock St. upon arrival in Winchester. A host from the Lodge will be there to greet you and direct youto the Masonic Temple.

Sincerely and Fraternally,

Ralph W. Smith, Jr.
DDGM District 4

Last night, we elected our officers for 2012 and the installation will be happening this Saturday @ 1pm at the lodge. This is open to the public, and we hope to see everyone there!

All Master Masons of Herndon Lodge are encouraged to attend this last stated meeting in 2011. At this meeting we will be holding elections for the 2012 slate of officers.  We hope to see you there.

All Fellowcrafts and Master Masons are welcome to assist in conferring the Fellowcraft degree to two candidates. Starts promptly at 7 PM. See you then!

UPDATE: Tuesday, Nov 11, 2011
We had a great degree last night. Thanks to the cast and to everyone who came out to supported our Brethren.

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