Arabia Temple No. 12

02/28/2026

Support HPP Paul Davis! "The most valuable investment we can make is in our children's education." Thank you in advance!!!!

01/14/2026

By Arabia Temple No. 12

01/12/2026

I’m stepping forward with purpose, pride, and passion as a candidate for 2026 Virginia Desert King! 👑🔥

This journey is bigger than me — it’s about service, scholarships, and shaping the future. Every bit of support goes directly to the Desert of Virginia Scholarship Fund, creating real opportunities for students across our communities.

Let’s stand united, show up strong, and make an impact that will be felt for generations! 💪🏽✨

www.givebutter.com/PD4King

👑 Noble Paul Davis, HPP
Desert of Virginia | King Contest

12/10/2025

🎉🏛️ CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2026 DIVAN | ARABIA TEMPLE NO. 12 🏛️🎉

Please join us in congratulating the newly installed 2026 leadership team of Arabia Temple No. 12! We look forward to a year filled with unity, service, growth, and excellence.

Here’s to a successful year of brotherhood, dedication, and impact in our community. 👏🎊

📍 Oasis of Portsmouth – Desert of Virginia
🏆 Home of the Fish Bowl Classic

11/29/2025

🎙️ PORTSMOUTH, VA — ARE YOU READY?! 🎙️
Arabia Temple No. 12 is back with the ANNUAL RED & WHITE PARTY, and trust me… this is the one everybody waits for ALL YEAR. 🔥🔥

📅 December 20, 2025
⏰ 9 PM – 1 AM
📍 731 Queen St., Portsmouth, VA

Step out in that red, that white, or that smooth killer combo that shuts the room DOWN. 😎
Grown-folk energy only.

🎶 Music that keeps you moving
🥂 Vibes on TEN
✨ A night built for the mature crowd

🎟️ Tickets: givebutter.com/ArabiaRW25
Or contact:
📱 Larrie Jones – 757-831-2088
📱 Sam Speed – 318-200-8098

Don’t wait—this event sells out EVERY YEAR.
Pull up, show out, and let’s make Red & White Season unforgettable! 🔴⚪️

11/25/2025

📣 ARABIA TEMPLE NO. 12 IS ABOUT TO SET DECEMBER 20TH ON FIRE! 🔥🔥🔥

The Annual Red & White Party is pulling up as the can’t-miss holiday event of the season!

📅 December 20, 2025
⏰ 9 PM – 1 AM
📍 731 Queen St., Portsmouth, VA

Step out clean, sharp, and unforgettable in your best red, white, or that perfect head-turning combo. 😎✨

🎉 Nonstop good vibes
🎶 DJ Donie & Young Fresh keeping the floor jumping
✨ Grown, classy atmosphere
🔥 BYOB (no outside beer or chasers)
👑 Newly Elected Divan stepping out in style

🎟️ Secure your tickets now:
https://givebutter.com/ArabiaRW25

Pull up, show out, and let’s shut the night down in true Arabia Temple No. 12 fashion!
🔴⚪️ Let’s make this a night to remember!

By Arabia Temple No. 12

11/15/2025

🔥 The Arabia Joint Ball 2025 Flip-Book is LIVE! 🔥
Take a look inside and see everything you need for this year’s celebration — events, details, and all the elegance in one place.

📘 View the flip-book:

Created with the Heyzine flipbook maker

10/15/2025

💚💛 ARABIA JOINT BALL 2025 💛💚

It’s that time again! Join us for a weekend of elegance, brotherhood, sisterhood, and celebration as the Nobles of Arabia Temple No. 12 and the Daughters of Arabia Court No. 23 come together for the 2025 Arabia Joint Ball Weekend!

📅 November 14–16, 2025
📍 Rivers Casino | 3630 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23702
🎟️ Tickets: $110 per person
🕒 Deadline to purchase tickets: November 1, 2025

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🔥 WEEKEND LINEUP 🔥

🎉 Friday Night – “Denim & Cowboy Boots”
📍 Arabia Temple No. 12 | 731 Queen St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
🕘 9PM–12AM | Cash Bar
🤝 Hospitality: 12AM–2AM

💎 Saturday – The Arabia Joint Ball
📍 Rivers Casino
🍸 Cocktail Hour: 2PM
🎵 Seating: 2PM | Ball Begins: 3PM

🎲 Saturday Night – Game Night & After Party
📍 Arabia Temple No. 12 | 731 Queen St
🕖 Game Night: 7PM–9PM
🎶 After Party: 9PM–12AM | Hospitality: 12AM–2AM

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👑 Illustrious Potentate: John Tony Brown
👑 Illustrious Commandress: Helen D. Simmons

🎟️ Tickets & Souvenir Journal Ads:
👉 www.givebutter.com/AJB25

📞 Joint Ball Chairpersons:
Noble Mel Simmons Jr. – 757.235.0633
Dt. Glenda Benion – 757.773.9275

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💫 Let’s celebrate in true Arabia fashion — with style, fellowship, and excellence!

10/01/2025

It is with profound sorrow that we share the passing of our beloved Noble, HPIP Curtis White. The Black Camel has taken him from our midst, but his legacy of service and brotherhood will forever remain.

Please keep his family lifted in prayer during this difficult time.

03/12/2025

🎓 Support Our Scholarship Program and Empower the Next Generation 🎓

Arabia Temple No. 12 is proud to continue our tradition of helping high school seniors reach their educational goals! We are offering $1,000 scholarships to students planning to attend college, university, or trade school. These scholarships will help with tuition and/or book costs, making a meaningful impact on their futures.

As part of our commitment to the community, we also run programs that address drug abuse, crime, and delinquency, especially among economically disadvantaged youth. But we need YOUR help to make this scholarship initiative a success!

💙 Your generous donation will directly support students in need, giving them the chance to pursue their dreams.

Join us at a special banquet to celebrate these exceptional students and the educators who help them succeed.

Let’s work together to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people in our community. 💫

By Arabia Temple No. 12