02/13/2026
🚨George Washington Birthday Celebration🚨
Join Phoenix Lodge #8 for a historic dinner honoring Brother George Washington: cocktails, formal dining, and traditional Masonic toasts.
Annual George Washington Birthday Celebration
Join Phoenix Lodge #8 for an evening of history, fellowship, and celebration. We invite you to the 6th Annual George Washington Birthday Celebration, held in honor of the first President of the United States and our distinguished Brother, George Washington.
A Legacy of Brotherhood
Washington’s journey in Freemasonry began in 1752 at Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4. Throughout his life—from the Continental Army to his inauguration—he maintained an active correspondence with brothers around the world. This dinner honors that legacy, reflecting the traditions of the Alexandria-Washington Lodge No. 22, where Washington himself served as Master.
The Evening Schedule
6:00 PM: Cocktails & Fellowship
7:00 PM: Formal Dinner Service
8:00 PM: Presentation on Washington's Life
9:00 PM: Historical Toasts
9:30 PM: Closing & Parting
A Feast Fit for a Patriot
Our formal dinner service at 7:00 PM will be held at the of the Hope Mills Shrine Club and includes:
Entrée: Grilled Steak prepared to perfection.
Sides: Classic Baked Potato and Seasoned Green Beans.
Starter: Fresh Garden Salad.
Dessert: A selection of various desserts and confections.
Beverages: Water, tea, and coffee service included.
Historical Toasts
In the spirit of tradition, we will offer historical toasts used in the early 19th century to honor his memory:
"The memory of Washington... in the field he taught us to acquire liberty; in the cabinet how to preserve it." (The Enquirer, 1804)
"United we stand, divided we fall." (American Mercury, 1808)
Dress Code: Black Tie or Dark Suit is requested to honor the dignity of the occasion.
