My Brethren:
February looks to be as busy of a month as it was in January for our Lodge.
On Thursday, February 5, at 7:30 p.m., we will be making an Official Visit to Andrew Jackson Lodge No. 120. I would like to see as many members as possible come and visit our neighboring Lodge.
At our first Stated Communication, February 12, Worshipful Frank R. Dunaway will be speaking on the subject of "Brotherly Love and Affection." This subject was Wor. Bro. Dunaway's theme for his year as Master in 1994.
On Saturday, February 21st, Most Worshipful Albert Hugh Tignor, Jr. will make his Official Visit to Alexandria-Washington Lodge No. 22 for the 196th George Washington Birthday Celebration. You will not want to miss this event. The entertainment will be presented by Gen. William Whipple Military Lodge of New Hampshire. They travel the country performing plays and will present a drama entitled "That Tarnished Knight." Tickets are selling fast so call or see me or one of the officers to make your reservations. Please see the insert for time and location of the day's activities. All events are open to ladies and guest (entertainment will be provided during Lodge.).
We will hold a Youth Night at our second Stated Communication, February 26th. Representatives from the various Masonic youth groups will share with us about their activities. A member of our own Alexandria-Washington DeMolay Chapter will deliver the impressive "Ceremony of Light." All former DeMolays are encouraged to wear any regalia you might have.
NOTIFICATION: We will be considering nominations for recommendation for appointment to the office of District Deputy Grand Master and an alternate at our March 12 Stated Communication.
Sincerely and fraternally,
Philip J. Hays
Worshipful Master
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 02/02/1998 | 7:30 pm | CALLED COMMUNICATION: EA |
| Thu 02/05/1998 | 7:30 pm | OFFICIAL VISIT: Andrew Jackson Lodge No. 120 |
| Mon 02/09/1998 | 7:30 pm | CALLED COMMUNICATION: FC |
| Thu 02/12/1998 | 7:30 pm | STATED COMMUNICATION: Brotherly Love and Affection |
| Mon 02/16/1998 | 7:30 pm | CALLED COMMUNICATION: MM |
| Sat 02/21/1998 | 8:15 am 9:30 am 4:00 pm 6:00 pm 8:00 pm |
196TH GEORGE WASHINGTON BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Wreath Laying at Mount Vernon. Refreshments at Collingwood. Lodge Opens. Alexandria-Washington No. 22 Lodge Room. Receive the Grand Master of Virginia. Entertainment for Ladies in GWMNM Auditorium. Banquet in GWMNM Assembly Hall. (Ticket Required) Entertainment in GWMNM Auditorium. Gen. William Whipple Military Lodge of New Hampshire (All events are open to ladies and guest) |
| Wed 02/25/1998 | 7:00 pm | DISTRICT RITUAL SCHOOL: Andrew Jackson Lodge No. 120 |
| Thu 02/26/1998 | 7:30 pm | STATED COMMUNICATION: Youth Night Masonic Birthdays |
TRANSPORTATION - Contact our Chairman, Brother Terry L. Gigure (703-360-6177) whenever you need a ride to Lodge events. Brother Gigure will be happy to try and assist you in your transportation needs.
BLOOD - Contact our Chairman, Brother Robert C. Tidwell (703-250-3216) whenever you or someone you encourage gives blood or platelets. What better charity than to give the gift that can save lives.
SICK - Contact our Chairman, Wor. Frank R. Dunaway (703-548-0318) regarding any sick and distressed brethren.
STATED COMMUNICATIONS - Held on the second and fourth Thursday of each month except Thanksgiving; the observance of George Washington's birthday; and the Installation of Officers on Saint John's Day, December 27.
CALLED COMMUNICATIONS - First Monday of each month (Work and Instruction on the first degree of Masonry); second Monday of each month (Work and Instruction on the Second Degree of Masonry); third Monday of each month (Work and Instruction on the Third Degree of Masonry). Unless otherwise noted in the Trestleboard.
LODGE RITUAL SCHOOL - Conducted every Sunday at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted in the Trestleboard. All members of Alexandria-Washington Lodge and the Masonic Community are encouraged to attend.
YOUTH MEETINGS AT GWMNM - Alexandria-Washington Chapter, Order of DeMolay meets the first and third Monday at 7 p.m. in the North Lodge Room; Bethel No. 22, I.O.J.D. meets the first and third Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the North Lodge Room.
CATECHISM INSTRUCTION - Tuesday's and Wednesday's at 7 p.m. in the Lodge Room