Hotel and Banquet Packages
A limited number of hotel and banquet packages are available at the Fairmont Hotel (one block from CMMT), the Mark Hopkins Hotel (one block from CMMT), and the Holiday Inn Golden Gateway Hotel (five blocks away on Van Ness Avenue). The standard package includes Friday and Saturday night lodging at one of the two hotels and two tickets to the A Fair to Remember banquet. Additional nights lodging can be arranged.
To order your lodging and banquet package download the ticket order form.
If you do not purchase a hotel and banquet package, make hotel reservations early. September is a busy tourist month and hotel reservations may be limited. For the best hotel information, visit the San Francisco Convention and Visitors Bureau Web site at www.onlyinsanfrancisco.com.
Schedule at a Glance
Friday, September 23
Grand Lodge Opening Session
California Masonic Memorial Temple Auditorium 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
This historic session includes Board and Committee reports, Grand Master's message, and legislation. Masons who hold a 2011 dues receipt may attend any Grand Lodge session
Attire: Business suit
Saturday, September 24
Grand Lodge Session
California Masonic Memorial Temple Auditorium 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
(lunch break 12 - 1)
The tradition continues at today's sessions: Grand Oration, completion of legislation, election of Grand Lodge Officers, and approval of the Grand Lodge budget and per capita.
Attire: Business suit
Ladies' Tea
Fairmont Hotel 12:00 p.m.
Linda Bray, wife of the Grand Master, invites the ladies and family members to a distinctive gathering: tea and refreshments at the famed Fairmont Hotel.
Attire: Casual
A Fair to Remember Banquet
San Francisco Marquis Marriott 6:30 p.m. no-host social; 7:30 p.m. dinner
Don't miss Annual Communication's most memorable night. The County Fair theme continues at the All Member Banquet - an evening of socializing and celebrating with the fraternal community.
Attire: Casual
Sunday, September 25
Public Ceremonies
California Masonic Memorial Temple Auditorium 9:30 a.m.
Members, families, youth orders, and friends of the fraternity gather to honor the past year's extraordinary accomplishments by California Masons and welcome the year ahead.
Attire: Business suit for men; short dress or pant suit for ladies.
Installation of Grand Lodge Officers
California Masonic Memorial Temple Auditorium 11:00 a.m.
Be part of the 2011/2012 Grand Lodge Officer Installation, the 163rd in the history of California Masonry. The installation is open to all members, family, and friends. A final reception immediately follows in the Great Hall.
Attire: Business suit for men; short dress or pant suit for ladies.
