King was the chief spokesperson for nonviolent activism in the Civil Rights Movement, which protested racial discrimination in federal and state law. The campaign for a federal holiday in King's honor began soon after his assassination in 1968. President Ronald Reagan signed the holiday into law in 1983, and it was first observed three years
The Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Texas are a time when representatives of all lodges belonging to the Grand Lodge of Texas A.F.&A.M. meet in Waco. During that time incoming Grand Lodge officers get elected, and new laws voted upon.Each lodge that belongs to the Grand Lodge of Texas, and all past masters,
Burns supper is a celebration of the life and poetry of the poet Robert Burns (25 January 1759 Ð 21 July 1796), the author of many Scots poems. The suppers are normally held on or near the poet's birthday, 25 January, known as Burns Night.
The Stewards of Austin Lodge No. 12 will provide a delicious dinner.Join us for food, fellowship, and fraternity each Monday from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.Suggested Donation $10.00
To quote the Scottish Rite:"Human progress is our cause,liberty of thought our supreme wish,freedom of conscience our mission,and the guarantee of equal rights to all people everywhere our ultimate goal."
Valentine's Day, also called St. Valentine's Day, holiday (February 14) when lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts. Given their similarities, it has been suggested that the holiday has origins in the Roman festival of Lupercalia, held in mid-February. The festival, which celebrated the coming of spring, included fertility rites and the pairing off
The Stewards of Austin Lodge No. 12 will provide a delicious dinner.Join us for food, fellowship, and fraternity each Monday from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.Suggested Donation $10.00
Austin Lodge No. 12 hosts its Stated Meeting on the 3rd Monday of each month. Lodge opens at 7:30 pm in the Theatre. All regular masons in good standing are invited. Suggested dress code is coat and tie.An elegant dinner is prepared by our Stewards and served at 6:30 pm.
Sangha Day is a traditional time for exchange of gifts; it has become a prominent festival among Western Buddhists even though it is less well known in the East. Celebrations vary, but can include chanting, meditation, the lighting of oil lamps, and the reaffirmation of people's commitment to Buddhist practice.
Masonry 101, also known as Introduction to Freemasonry, is an in-person group meeting for interested people who want to learn more about Freemasonry. Join us every Monday from 5:00 to 6:30 pm to ask your questions and learn the truth about Freemasonry`s storied history, philosophy, symbolism and organization. This is open to all people including
