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SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pennsylvania Freemasonry’s Role in America’s Founding – Philadelphia\, PAFriday\, April 24\, 20268 p.m. Special Showing of “1776 The Musical” at the historic Walnut Street Theatre \nLimited Availability – Ticket Details Forthcoming \nSaturday\, April 25\, 2026Morning — Tours of the Masonic Temple \n11:45 a.m. — Academy of Masonic Knowledge Dr. Ric Berman\, Speaker \n12:45 p.m. — Panel Discussion with Dr. Berman\, Chris Ruli and more! \n2:30 p.m. — Final Liberty Tree Dedication Ceremony at Washington Square\, followed by a Special Event at Independence Hall \n6 p.m. — Celebration in the Masonic Temple Grand Ballroom \n \nMembers\, check your email for the registration link.
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/semiquincentennial-celebration/
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SUMMARY:Philadelphia County Liberty Tree Planting
DESCRIPTION:As part of a multi-year celebration of our nation’s 250th Anniversary\, we have planted a Liberty Tree in each county across the Commonwealth. We welcome you to join us on April 25th\, 2026\, as we dedicate the 67th and final Liberty Tree in Philadelphia County. \nMasonic dress for the tree plantings: Officers should wear a tux with regalia; members should wear a coat and tie or a lodge polo shirt with nice slacks.
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/philadelphia-county-liberty-tree-planting-2026/
LOCATION:Washington Square\, Independence National Historical Park\, 210 W Washington Square\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
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SUMMARY:Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania's 9th Annual Sporting Clays Events
DESCRIPTION:Central Event\nSunday\, May 17 | Register by May 10 \nCarlisle Fish and Game Association\n1421 W Trindle Rd\, Carlisle\, PA 17015\nPhone: 717-422-2001 \nFor more information\, please contact Brother Robert Dunkle at 215-988-1924. \nRegister for Central EventWestern Event\nSaturday\, Aug. 15 | Register by Aug. 8 \nHunting Hills Shooting Preserve\n181 Hunting Hills Road\, Dilliner\, PA 15327\nPhone: 724-324-2738 \nFor more information\, please contact Brother Jeff Wonderling at 724-396-8001. \nRegister for Western Event\nEastern Event\nKenneth J. Ritter\, P.M.\, Memorial Shoot \nSunday\, Sept. 13 | Register by Sept. 6 \nLehigh Valley Sporting Clays\n2750 Limestone Street\, Coplay\, PA 18037\nPhone: 610-261-9616 \nFor more information\, please contact Brother Alan Beidel at 717-658-3477. \nRegister for Eastern EventSchedule of Events8:30 a.m. Registration and warm up \n10 a.m. Shooting will begin promptly \nEvent DetailsCost per person for each event is $160. Includes coffee and donuts (and breakfast sandwiches at the Eastern event) prior to shooting\, lunch following\, green bird\, 50/50 and more! $25 cost for non-shooter lunch. \nEach event will be capped when the maximum number of attendees is reached. Shooters must provide their own ammunition and have eye and ear protection. \nAll proceeds benefit the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. Preferred method of registration is online. Registration forms will be available shortly\, please check back soon. \nOnline registration check payments can be mailed to:\nGrand Lodge of Pennsylvania (c/o Harry Rutter)\nMasonic Temple\, One North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19107
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/grand-lodge-of-pennsylvanias-9th-annual-sporting-clays/
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SUMMARY:Celebrate America's 250th Birthday - Freemasonry and the Great Experiment in Action
DESCRIPTION:As we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our country\, it is important for us to acknowledge the enduring influence of Freemasonry as one of the primary sources of the foundational concepts in the Declaration of Independence. Lodges should make every effort to be a focal point in their communities for America’s Semiquincentennial in 2026. Special events throughout the year will unite our Pennsylvania brethren with our counterparts across the country as we reaffirm the ideals that built this nation. Let’s lead the way in celebrating our great nation’s founding! \nJuly 27 – 28 in Philadelphia\, PA Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania1 North Broad St.\, Philadelphia PA 19107 \nJuly 27Freemasonry and the Founding PanelFormal Dinner & Discussion \nJuly 28Tours of the Masonic Temple & Historic SitesSpecial Meeting at Independence Hall \nJuly 30 – Aug. 1 in Washington\, DC5428 MacArthur Blvd. NWWashington\, D.C. 20016DCGrandLodge.org \nJuly 30The U.S. Supreme Court ProgramWorld War II MemorialWreath Laying \nJuly 31The U.S. Congress Program \nAug. 1The U.S. Presidency ProgramMount VernonCommemorative Tree Planting
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/celebrate-americas-250th-birthday-freemasonry-and-the-great-experiment-in-action/
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SUMMARY:Western PA Cryptid and Supernatural Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Western PA Cryptid and Supernatural Expo\, hosted at the Johnstown Masonic Event and Conference Center\, is now in its fourth year. Join experts and special guests for a two-day celebration focused on the unexplained\, unusual and supernatural. The event also features a variety of vendors\, including crafters\, 3D printers\, food trucks and more.\n\nTime: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday \nBecome a SponsorBecome a Vendor
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/western-pa-cryptid-and-supernatural-expo/
LOCATION:Johnstown Masonic Event and Conference Center\, 130 Valley Pike\, Johnstown\, PA\, 15905\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Legacy Degree – “Pass On Your Knowledge”
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a family member you want to bring into the fraternity? Have them petition your lodge\, or any lodge in the state. We will handle the Master Mason Degree at the George Washington Memorial in Virginia. \nThe trip will take place from Friday\, Oct. 16\, to Sunday\, Oct. 18\, with a cost of $400. \nFor more information\, please contact D.D.G.M. Gerald A. McGrew Jr. at 412-292-6914. \nEvent Details and RegistrationPay on CashAppItineraryFriday\, Oct. 16\, 2026 \nSuggested attire would be casual clothing that represents you as a Freemason. \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent\nOverview\nLocation\nTime\n\n\n\n\nTrain Departure\nTrain ride to Alexandria\, Virginia\nAmtrak Station\, Pittsburgh \n5:25 a.m. \n\n\nWelcoming\nOverview of weekend \n  \nRousing speech by Brother Gerald A. McGrew\, Jr.\, DDGM \nSnacks and refreshments \n\nAmtrak Train 41\, Club Car \n11 a.m. \n\n\nArrival\nTrain arrival  \n  \nWe will walk to the hotel which is directly across the street. (0.2 miles / 5 minute walk)  \n\nAmtrak Station\, Alexandria\, VA \n2:05 p.m. \n\n\nHotel Check-In\nGet settled in your room.\nEmbassy Suites Alexandria Hotel \n2:20 p.m. \n\n\nYour Time\nYou are on your own for dinner  \n  \nWe will work on putting suggestions together for the evening. \n\nAlexandria\, VA \n2:45 p.m. \n\n\nEvening Festivities Options\nTrain to National Mall across river\nAlexandria\, VA \nPost Check-In \n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, Oct. 17\, 2026 \nDress attire dependent upon the event. \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent\nOverview\nLocation\nTime\n\n\n\n\nBreakfast \nMade to order breakfast in the hotel \nEmbassy Suites Alexandria Hotel\n6 – 8 a.m.\n\n\nTravel \nWalk to the George Washington National Memorial \n  \n(0.5 miles / 12 minute walk) \n\nGeorge Washington National Memorial\, Alexandria\, VA\n8:30 – 8:55 a.m.\n\n\nMaster Masons Degree Conferral \nThe Master Masons Degree will be conferred on all candidates using the one-day class method. \n  \nCanadian Charge \nBible presentations \nPinning Ceremonies \nPictures…lots of pictures! \nAttire: Dark Suit & Tie\, Tuxedos for Floor Officers. \n\nGeorge Washington National Memorial\, Alexandria\, VA\n9 – 11 a.m.\n\n\nGroup Tour \nGroup Tour of George Washington National Masonic Memorial\nGeorge Washington National Memorial\, Alexandria\, VA\nNoon\n\n\nYour Time\nRelax at/around hotel or \n  \nSmithsonian\, Museum of the Bible\, National Mall\, etc. \n\n \n1:30 – 6 p.m.\n\n\nBanquet Happy Hour \nCash bar \n  \nAttire for the evening is formal (Black Tie-Tuxedo / Colonial). \n\nGeorge Washington National Memorial\, Alexandria\, VA\n6 – 7 p.m.\n\n\nBennington Banquet \nEnjoy dinner along with a presentation from the National Sojourners\nGeorge Washington National Memorial\, Alexandria\, VA\n7 – 9 p.m.\n\n\nYour Time\nEnjoy the night life of Alexandria\, VA\nAlexandria\, VA\n9 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, Oct. 18\, 2026 \nSuggested attire would be casual clothing that represents you as a Freemason. \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent\nOverview\nLocation\nTime\n\n\n\n\nBreakfast \nMade to order breakfast in the hotel \nEmbassy Suites Alexandria Hotel\n6 – 9 a.m.\n\n\nYour Time\nEnjoy the day in Alexandria\, VA \nAlexandria\, VA \n9 a.m. – 2 p.m.\n\n\nTrain Departure \nTrain ride to Pittsburgh\, PA\nAmtrak Station\, Alexandria\, VA\n2:43 p.m.\n\n\nWrap-up \n\nOverview of weekend \nRousing speech by Brother Gerald A. McGrew\, Jr.\, DDGM \nSnacks and refreshments \n\nAmtrak Train 40\, Club Car\n6 p.m.\n\n\nArrival \nTrain arrival in Pittsburgh\nAmtrak Station\, Pittsburgh\, PA\n11:40 p.m.
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/the-legacy-degree-pass-on-your-knowledge/
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