BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Pennsylvania Masons - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://pagrandlodge.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Pennsylvania Masons REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T163000 DTSTAMP:20220330T195136Z CREATED:20220330T195136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T195136Z UID:46094-1661009400-1661013000@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:What Made You Join Freemasonry and What Did You Expect? DESCRIPTION:Freemasonry as an institution promises nothing\, absolutely nothing\, but she returns with interest – compound interest\, if you please – all that we commit to her care. What do YOU expect to get OUT of Freemasonry? What are YOU putting IN? Let’s explore these profound questions together! \nAttend VirtuallyAttend LiveRev. Dr. William Rocky Brown III \nThe Honorable Rev. Dr. William Lewis Rocky Brown III\, a public servant\, preacher\, counselor\, author and consultant\, is President and CEO of Brown and Associates\, LTD\, which provides business community development and public relations. He is a certified anger management specialist and a state certified drug/alcohol and gambling addiction counselor. Brother Brown is the Pastor of Youth and Community at Bethany Baptist Church in Chester\, PA\, and an International Conference of Police Chaplains Master Police Chaplain. He graduated from Cheyney University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor’s degree in political science. He also holds a master’s degree in religion from the Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary and a Doctorate of Divinity degree from Jameson Christian College. Prince Hall fraternalism has been a part of Dr. Brown’s family heritage for three generations. He is Past Master of Franklin Lodge No. 58\, Chester. He is also a member of Charles E. Gordon Consistory No. 65\, Grand Inspector General 33° and Minaret Temple No. 174\, A.E.A.O.N.M.S.\, and serves as Worshipful Grand Chaplain for Prince Hall\, Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/what-made-you-join-freemasonry-and-what-did-you-expect/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/IMG_1651.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T163000 DTSTAMP:20220831T180517Z CREATED:20220812T182229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T180517Z UID:46456-1663428600-1663432200@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:The History of the Order of the Eastern Star DESCRIPTION:Learn about the history of the Order of Eastern Star\, including how it formed through Freemasonry and Prince Hall Freemasonry.\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \nAttend VirtuallyAttend LiveBrenda Wilkerson-Monroe \nBrenda Wilkerson-Monroe is a Past Worthy Matron of Louisa S. Rumford Chapter No. 15 and Grand Historian of Deborah Grand Chapter Order of Eastern Star\, Inc.\, P.H.A.\, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Brenda received a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Art degree from Drexel University. She earned a master’s degree in business from University of Phoenix\, where she is pursuing a doctorate of business. Brenda has been a structural engineer and an architect for over 20 years. She is currently employed with the Internal Revenue Service and is the owner of B.M.W. The Luxury Experience Event Space. She is involved with various community service projects\, including Raising Others Children\, as a Girl Scout troop leader and as an instructor at Sharon Baptist Church. URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/the-history-of-the-order-of-the-eastern-star/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/IMG_3838-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T163000 DTSTAMP:20221108T152052Z CREATED:20220919T183624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T152052Z UID:46487-1668871800-1668875400@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:Let’s Have a New Masonic Temple! A Case Study in Courage and Stewardship DESCRIPTION:The presentation will examine the vision\, courage and perseverance of Grand Lodge in constructing our "New Masonic Temple" (1865 -1873) in the face of daunting financial risks\, inclement weather and unforeseen impediments on the site. It will also explore the covenant of trust placed in future generations of Pennsylvania Freemasons to improve\, maintain and preserve the Masonic Temple and the remarkable stewardship of Pennsylvania Freemasons in honoring this commitment over the past 150 years. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \nAttend VirtuallyAttend LiveBrother William L. Kingsbury \n\nWilliam L. Kingsbury\, CEO\, Masonic Villages\, is responsible for the management of the Masonic Charities of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania\, including the Masonic Villages\, the Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation. \nBrother Bill earned his Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and finance from Villanova University and his juris doctorate from the University’s School of Law. He joined the law firm of Peck\, Young & VanSant\, Philadelphia\, in 1995 and was promoted to partner in 1997. In 2001\, Peck\, Young & VanSant merged into the national law firm of Montgomery\, McCracken\, Walker & Rhoads\, LLP\, where Bill served in various leadership positions\, including on the Management Committee and as Chair of the Business Department. Bill served as outside general counsel to the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania and its charitable affiliates from 1995 – May 2019. Bill has served on various Grand Lodge committees\, including as Chair of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Consolidated Fund and the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Pension Plan from 2009 – 2019. A Past Master of Melita Lodge No. 295\, Philadelphia\, and P.D.D.G.M.-C\, Bill is a recipient of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Benjamin Franklin Medal and the DeMolay Legion of Honor. He received his 33° in Freemasonry in August 2012. URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/lets-have-a-new-masonic-temple-a-case-study-in-courage-and-stewardship/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/LF1_2205_flags21.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T163000 DTSTAMP:20221122T205748Z CREATED:20221122T205748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T205748Z UID:47533-1671291000-1671294600@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:Researching & Writing “Doneraile Court: The Story of The Lady Freemason” DESCRIPTION:In her book\, Kathleen Aldworth Foster details the life and times of The Lady Freemason\, Elizabeth (St. Leger) Aldworth. Elizabeth's journey with Freemasonry began in the pre-Grand Lodge era and ended when she died in 1773/1775\, at the dawning of the American Revolution. During this time\, Elizabeth went from her unexpected initiation to being an active lifelong member. She made public appearances in full regalia and received a full Masonic funeral. Kathleen explains the process of her 15 years of writing and research; her personal genealogical quest; the Aldworth family connections in England\, Ireland\, and the U.S.; and overcoming the immense self-doubt that can stop so many writers of both fiction and non-fiction from completing their work. \n\n \n \n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n\n \n \n \n \nAttend VirtuallyAttend LiveKathleen Aldworth Foster \n\nKathleen Aldworth Foster is the author of "Doneraile Court: The Story of The Lady Freemason." Although classified as historical fiction\, the author went to great lengths to uncover the true story of Elizabeth (St. Leger) Aldworth\, who was known as The Lady Freemason in 18th century Ireland. As a young woman in 1712\, Elizabeth was caught spying on Freemasons in the middle of an initiation ritual in her family's home. Legend has it\, the men\, including her own father\, were forced to make a life or death decision. They chose life\, and to this day\, Elizabeth St. Leger is the only female member of Freemasonry recognized in Ireland\, where her portrait hangs in the Grand Lodge of Dublin. Her childhood home\, Doneraile Court\, is in County Cork. It's owned by the state of Ireland and is open to the public. \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n\n \n  URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/researching-writing-doneraile-court-the-story-of-the-lady-freemason/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/LF1_2205_flags21.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230121T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230121T163000 DTSTAMP:20230106T144738Z CREATED:20230106T144652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T144738Z UID:47603-1674315000-1674318600@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:Freemasons and ‟The Protocols of the Elders of Zion” DESCRIPTION:The Protocols\, first published in 1905 and still going strong today\, purport to describe a fraudulent Jewish plot for world domination with the Freemasons as their unwitting stooges. This talk will delve into the history of this anti-Semitic publication and how Freemasons came to be featured in it. \n\n  \n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \nAttend VirtuallyAttend LiveBrother John Minott\nA graduate of Stanford University\, John\, a member of Lodge No. 2\, Philadelphia\, has been a tour guide at the Masonic Temple for 27 years.\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/freemasons-and-the-protocols-of-the-elders-of-zion/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/GettyImages-1295477778.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T163000 DTSTAMP:20230214T204446Z CREATED:20230214T203825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T204446Z UID:47697-1676734200-1676737800@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:Shriners Children’s Philadelphia DESCRIPTION:At Shriners Children’s\, we are grateful for the vision of the Shriners who led to the creation of our healthcare system. We look forward to a second century of changing and improving the lives of children. \nSince opening our first hospital in 1922\, we have been devoted to providing high quality\, specialty medical care to the children and families who come to us\, regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status. Our commitment hasn’t changed — only expanded. \nOur three-part mission has one goal: to change and improve lives. We do this by caring for our patients\, conducting research to gain knowledge and develop new treatments and providing educational opportunities for physicians and other healthcare professionals. \n\n\n \nAttend VirtuallyAttend LiveStephanie Byrwa\n\nStephanie Byrwa joined Shriners Children’s Philadelphia in 2007 and serves as its Marketing & Communications Director. A Rowan University graduate\, Stephanie manages the hospital’s internal and external communications\, as well as event planning\, fundraising and community outreach projects. \n\nIf you want to find out more about our upcoming events\, please contact us at templeevents@pagrandlodge.org\n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/shriners-childrens-philadelphia/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/SHC1719_1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T163000 DTSTAMP:20230317T170624Z CREATED:20230307T144915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T170624Z UID:47722-1679758200-1679761800@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:Mozart’s Masonic Opera DESCRIPTION:Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is arguably the most famous classical composer of all time. He composed about 600 pieces of music\, some of which were created specifically for Masonic degrees and events. Most people know of his achievements in music\, but little is spoken of his Masonic or political life. His final opera\, “The Magic Flute\,” holds rich symbolism that leads the observer through an initiation ritual that is meant to enlighten and illuminate its audience. This lecture seeks to reveal the esoteric symbolism hidden within one of Mozart’s most misunderstood works. \nAttend Virtually\nMichael Samu \n\n\nMichael Samu was born and raised in Joshua Tree\, CA\, and has been a Master Mason since 2018. He works in healthcare as a phlebotomist\, but also provides tarot card readings\, writes articles on the occult and esotericism for the Philosophical Research Society Journal and is the organist and Lecturer-in-Residence for Whittier Masonic Lodge No. 323. Brother Samu leads the Whittier Masonic Study Club\, which focuses on curating talks on the esoteric and philosophical aspects of Masonry. \n\n\nIf you want to find out more about our upcoming events\, please contact us at templeevents@pagrandlodge.org\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/mozarts-masonic-opera/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/GettyImages-157185630.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T163000 DTSTAMP:20230615T125901Z CREATED:20230607T145353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T125901Z UID:47945-1689435000-1689438600@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:Courage as a Core Value of Freemasonry DESCRIPTION:Freemasonry is a system of moral instruction\, and Freemasons are good men who are committed to becoming better. Courage is exemplified in many degrees\, and this virtue is necessary for the practice of all the other virtues. This presentation will explore courage as a core and foundational value of Freemasonry. \n\n\n \nAttend VirtuallyBrother Brendan Hickey \n\nBrother Brendan Hickey\, P.M.\, Thomson Lodge No. 340\, Paoli\, is a Master Masonic Scholar\, a Hauts Grades Academic and Junior Master of Ceremonies of the Pennsylvania Lodge of Research. He is also a book reviewer for the Journal of the Masonic Society. Brendan holds a Ph.D. in educational psychology. URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/courage-as-a-core-value-of-freemasonry/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/IMG_1651.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T163000 DTSTAMP:20230720T180353Z CREATED:20230720T180353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T180353Z UID:48676-1692459000-1692462600@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:Curiosities\, Wonders and Rarities of the Trexler Masonic Library DESCRIPTION:In 1930\, Gen. Harry C. Trexler donated books to the Masons of the Lehigh Valley as the starter for a Masonic library. Since then\, the Trexler Masonic Library has grown into the largest collection of Masonic books\, documents\, rarities and other paraphernalia in Pennsylvania outside of the Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania. Come learn about the interesting things we have in our collection! \n\n\n \nAttend Virtually\nKristopher Yoder \nBrother Kristopher Yoder\, Greenleaf Lodge No. 561\, Allentown\, has served as library director and curator at the Trexler Masonic Library for the last four years. He is a second-level Masonic scholar of the PA Academy of Masonic Knowledge\, a member of Catasauqua Royal Arch Chapter No. 278\, Allen Council RSM No. 23 and Lux ex Tenebris Council AMD No. 176. URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/curiosities-wonders-and-rarities-of-the-trexler-masonic-library/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T163000 DTSTAMP:20230720T180205Z CREATED:20230720T180205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T180205Z UID:48675-1694878200-1694881800@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:The Alhambra and the Islamic Culture That Gave Birth to It DESCRIPTION:This presentation will cover the architecture of the Alhambra (and the source of decoration in Oriental Hall at the Masonic Temple)\, the material culture of Andalusia and the now-challenged view that this civilization was a highly tolerant time in history when Jews\, Christians and Muslims happily co-existed. \n\n\n \nAttend VirtuallyJohn Minott\n\nA graduate of Stanford University and a member of Lodge No. 2\, Philadelphia\, John has been a tour guide at the Masonic Temple for 27 years. URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/the-alhambra-and-the-islamic-culture-that-gave-birth-to-it/ LOCATION:PA CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T163000 DTSTAMP:20230720T180014Z CREATED:20230720T180014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T180014Z UID:48674-1697902200-1697905800@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:The Stuff Freemasonry is Made of: Physical Properties of the Old Testament DESCRIPTION:This presentation will explore the physical materials of Freemasonry and the Old Testament\, such as Tyrian purple dye and the gems in the high priest’s breastplate\, along with a few other surprise oddities. \n\n\n \nAttend Virtually\nAustin R. Shifrin \nBrother Austin R. Shifrin\, 33°\, is a Past Master of Tyrian Lodge No. 644\, Lower Burrell\, and former Secretary of Lodge Ad Lucem No. 812\, Pittsburgh. He belongs to East Hills Royal Arch Chapter No. 268\, Liberty Valley Council No. 50\, the Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh\, Syria Shrine and several other bodies. He also serves on the board of the Academy of Masonic Knowledge. His book\, “More Light: Collected Masonic Writings 2017-2021\,” published in March 2022\, has sold hundreds of copies around the world\, stimulating deep and meaningful discussion among the brethren. URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/the-stuff-freemasonry-is-made-of-physical-properties-of-the-old-testament/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T163000 DTSTAMP:20231013T150746Z CREATED:20231013T150746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T150746Z UID:48687-1700321400-1700325000@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:Cuba Freemasonry\, Democracy and Revolution DESCRIPTION:This presentation will center around the history of Cuban Freemasonry and its relationship to the many revolutions and insurrections in the country’s history. \nAttend Virtually\nMoises I. Gomez \n\n\nBrother R.W. Moises I. Gomez is a member of Atlas Pythagoras Lodge No. 10\, Westfield\, N.J. He has served as Grand Historian of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey for several years\, has presided over eight different Masonic bodies and is a member of over 40 Masonic organizations\, research groups and societies and honorary memberships. \n\nIf you want to find out more about our upcoming events\, please contact us at templeevents@pagrandlodge.org\n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/cuba-freemasonry-democracy-and-revolution/ LOCATION:PA CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T163000 DTSTAMP:20231013T150819Z CREATED:20231013T150819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T150819Z UID:48688-1702740600-1702744200@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Real Stone Masonry DESCRIPTION:Due to circumstances beyond our control\, our speaker scheduled for Saturday\, Dec. 16\, has had to cancel. His presentation\, “Real Stone Masonry\,” has been rescheduled for Saturday\, Feb. 17. Details will be sent out at a later date. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. \nThis lecture will discuss the craft of practical stone carving and its relationship to Freemasonry. \n\n\n \nMorgan Dummitt\nMorgan Dummitt is a professional sculptor in stone and bronze. He has studied internationally and exhibited across the country. He is currently a faculty member at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and Studio Incamminati and produces commissioned sculptures from his Philadelphia studio.\n\nIf you want to find out more about our upcoming events\, please contact us at templeevents@pagrandlodge.org\n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/real-stone-masonry-2/ LOCATION:PA CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T163000 DTSTAMP:20240103T180321Z CREATED:20240103T180321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T180321Z UID:48885-1705764600-1705768200@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:Ancient Temples of the Initiate DESCRIPTION:Join us for a journey into Ancient India to examine one of its most misunderstood temple complexes. We will look at the symbolism\, history and philosophy of the site and the journey of “initiation.” \n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \nAttend Virtually\nDrew Mackinnon \nBrother Drew Mackinnon is a father\, lecturer\, traveler\, writer/artist and tradesman. His passion is visiting and studying temple sites throughout the ancient world. He is the Chaplain of Saddleback Laguna Lodge No. 672 and an education committee member. He lives in Southern California with his family. URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/ancient-temples-of-the-initiate/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image_50440449.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T163000 DTSTAMP:20240103T180135Z CREATED:20240103T180135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T180135Z UID:48881-1708183800-1708187400@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:Real Stone Masonry DESCRIPTION:This lecture will discuss the craft of practical stone carving and its relationship to Freemasonry. \n\n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n\n \n\n \n\n \nAttend VirtuallyMorgan Dummitt\n\nMorgan Dummitt is a professional sculptor in stone and bronze. He has studied internationally and exhibited across the country. He is currently a faculty member at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and Studio Incamminati and produces commissioned sculptures from his Philadelphia studio.\n\nIf you want to find out more about our upcoming events\, please contact us at templeevents@pagrandlodge.org URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/real-stone-masonry/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/GettyImages-121904210-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T163000 DTSTAMP:20240621T182102Z CREATED:20240208T150301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T182102Z UID:49028-1713627000-1713630600@pagrandlodge.org SUMMARY:The History of Chinese Secret Societies DESCRIPTION:This presentation will focus on the history of Chinese secret societies and the beliefs that led to the formation of Chinese Freemasonry\, known as the Grand Lodge of China\, located in Taiwan. \n\n\n \n\n \nAttend VirtuallyBryan Wong\n\nBryan Wong is a Past Master of Palestine-Roxborough Lodge No. 135\, Lafayette Hill. He is also a high school United States and Eastern history teacher\, as well as a middle school math teacher in Philadelphia. \n\nIf you want to find out more about our upcoming events\, please contact us at TempleEvents@pamasonictemple.org. URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/the-history-of-chinese-secret-societies/ LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pagrandlodge.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/GettyImages-604373174.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR