136th Annual Communication Schedule
Thursday, January 31st
Antelope Island Tour – 12:45 to 5:00 p.m. Group leaves from the Embassy Suites Lobby. Explore the largest of the islands of the Great Salt Lake. Easy access and minimal walking involved.
Early Registration – 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Hospitality Suite, Room 924, Embassy Suites
Vespers Service – 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Hotel.
Grand Master’s Banquet – 7:00 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Hotel. You are cordially invited to join the Grand Master in celebrating Freemasonry in Utah.
Menu: Spinach Salad, choice of Poached Salmon with Cucumber Dill Sauce, served with Saffron Sweet Pea Orzo and Steamed Asparagus, OR Grilled 10 oz. New York Strip Steak served with Burgundy Mushroom Sauce, Herb Roasted fingerling Potatoes and Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables. Dessert: Carrot Cake.
Dress: Black Tie/Evening Gown. (Color theme is Black & White)
Friday, February 1st
Registration – 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. at the Salt Lake Masonic Temple.
Public Opening – 8:00 a.m. in the Salt Lake Masonic Temple Auditorium.
Formal Opening & Morning Business Session – 9:00 a.m. following the Public Opening in the Salt Lake Masonic Temple Auditorium.
Salt Lake City Tour – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Leaves the Salt Lake Masonic Temple and retuns to the Embassy Suites Hotel. Discover the City, including a short walking tour of Temple Square, a drive up Capitol Hill, a view of the 2002 Olympic Village, a visit to the “This is the Place” monument and a tour of the Humanitarian Center.
Men’s Lunch – 12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Menu: Choice of Chicken or Cheese Enchiladas, Rice, Beans, Salad, Chips & Salsa, Beverage, Cookie Bar.
Entered Apprentice Degree Emulation Ritual – 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (immediately after lunch) in the Salt Lake Masonic Temple Auditorium. This is a special presentation by Sentinel Lodge No. 4707, Stockport, England.
Afternoon Business Session – 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Ladies Afternoon Tea – 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 pm. Ladies, enjoy afternoon tea at the Embassy Suites Atrium. We will have a discussion on the history of tea and tea ceremonies plus a very special surprise!
Menu: Tea, cookies, fruit.
Grand Lecturer’s Workshop – 4:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. in the Egyptian Room at the Salt Lake Masonic Temple.
Past Grand Master’s Annual Meeting – 4:30 p.m. in the Embassy Suites Hospitality Room (Suite 924).
Fellowship Dinner – 7:00 pm. in the Salt Lake Masonic Temple Ballroom. Help us solve The Great Mystery. A fun evening of entertainment and sleuthing is planned.
Menu: Choice of Italian Meat Lasagna or Spinach Lasagna, Mixed Vegetables, Salad, Garlic Bread Sticks, Coffee and Punch, Strawberry Cheesecake.
Saturday, February 2nd
Morning Business Session – Resumes at 8:00 a.m. in the Salt Lake Masonic Temple Auditorium.
Men’s Lunch – 12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Menu: Choice of Tender Pulled Pork or Cheese Stuffed Ricotta Shells, Roasted Red Potatoes, Salad, Sour Dough Rolls, Beverage, and Cookie Bar.
“Just Between Us Girls” Ladies’ Luncheon – 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Hotel. The First Lady of Utah Masonry invites you to attend her luncheon in celebration of the many contributions you provide for the Masonic Family.
Menu: Butternut Squash Soup, Cobb Salad, Rolls, Sorbet, Beverage
Afternoon Session – Resumes at 1:00 p.m. in the Salt Lake Masonic Temple Auditorium.
Installation of Officers – 7:00 p.m. in the Salt Lake Masonic Temple Auditorium. Join us in supporting our newly-elected Grand Master as he and the 2008 Grand Lodge officers are installed.
Reception – Immediately following the installation of officers, there will be a reception hosted by our new Grand Master in the Salt Lake Masonic Temple Ballroom.
