On January 17, 2026, at Monitor Lodge, Eastern Region DeMolay hosted their Masquerade Ball. There was a lot of great food like mini cheesecakes, fruit, veggies, chips, pigs in a blanket, and more. The food was so good that it was gone as soon as it was put out. The first part of the dance was your normal dancing, but then they brought out fake snowballs for people to throw at each other, which was a lot of fun and a great twist to a dance! Then for the last hour, there was karaoke.

I am so happy I got to go to this dance. It is a great way to kick off the new year. Most of the highlights from the event were during karaoke. First I want to say everyone did amazing. My brother Riley sang songs such as Popular from Wicked and Perfect by Ed Sheeran. Also, Michael, Junior, and Carl sang Barbie Girl. This was an amazing, laughter filled event and I’m so glad I was able to attend it.

Macie R, Norfolk Assembly No. 15

On December 20th, 2025, at Bayside Masonic Lodge, Kempsville Chapter hosted a White Elephant gift exchange. For food options there were nuggets, meatballs, fruit and veggie trays, cookies, brownies, cupcakes, and much more. At first, everyone was eating and talking to others while waiting for everyone to get ready for the white elephant exchange. After the game started, most people picked a gift instead of stealing. But once someone started the stealing process, it didn’t stop for a while! 

The reason I went to this event is that I love supporting my Demolay brothers at their events. I also wasn’t busy that day so I was really excited to be able to go. When it was my turn I decided to steal the gift that had fuzzy socks, UNO, and candy. I’m so happy I was able to see my friends before the holidays!

Submitted by Macie R. Norfolk Assembly No. 15