As Virginia’s oldest, active Rainbow Assembly, Hampton Assembly #2 proudly celebrated its 50th Anniversary with an unforgettable evening of tradition, friendship, and joy! Members past and present came together with Rainbow family from across Virginia, and even South Carolina to honor this incredible milestone. Guests enjoyed heartfelt remarks from those in attendance, as well as special remarks from Hampton’s very first Worthy Advisor, connecting the Assembly’s rich history to its vibrant present. The evening featured a beautiful Bible Retirement Ceremony, written by Hampton Member and Junior Past Grand Worthy Advisor of Virginia, Elise, marking the conclusion of the original Bible, used since the Assembly’s Institution in 1975, and the introduction of a new Bible to guide us for decades to come. The evening was filled with joy, laughter, and lasting memories—a fitting tribute to fifty-years of excellence and a bright future ahead!

Rainbow Girl Reports:

On August 23rd, 2025 Hampton Assembly had its 50th anniversary for their Assembly. The Hampton girls retired their Bible, which is the first time in Virginia Rainbow history. For a girl who just got in a year ago this was really cool to watch. They had great food like fruit trays, veggie trays, BBQ sandwiches, cake, and other desserts. Before the Bible ceremony, they had people talk about how Rainbow had changed their lives. One of the stories that was said talked about how when they were a little girl and they was at an event, she would always be amazed by the Rainbow girls because they looked like princesses. We had girls from South Carolina come too. It was really cool that both jurisdictions could come together for such an amazing ceremony, since Virginia became its own jurisdiction. After the Bible ceremony, all of the majority and current Rainbow girls sang My Rainbow Dreams. This 5 was made by the Hampton Assembly and the Norfolk Assembly now uses it too during our meetings. I went to this event because I wanted to support my Rainbow sisters. Over all it was a wonderful event and I’m so honored I could be there. (By Macie R)

Phones Away Game Day was a time where we were not allowed on our phones when we played games. We had many games set up to play like Chutes and Ladders, Shipwreck, Yahtzee, Uno, and so on. We had many snacks that costed around a dollar. These were lots of chips and there was lots of candy. There were some decorations related to the theme like stars.

The people in attendance were Me, Mom Katherine, Morgan, Chloe, Macie, and Mom Julie. I played Shipwreck with Chloe while Mom Katherine and sister played Uno. We took lots of photos on Chloe’s camera. All of us, with the exception of Mom Julie, played Yahtzee and we were quite enthusiastic about the game. Overall, it was quite the fun time and I’m very glad I went. (by Ava C.)

On August 17, 2025, Virginia DeMolay hosted a state-wide cookout party. People from all around Virginia came to this event. We had boys and girls come from northern Virginia, and we had people from local chapters and assemblies like Kempsville, Tidewater, Portsmouth, Hampton, and Norfolk. While everyone was waiting for the food to be done, we played kickball. Around 1 pm, the food came out. There were burgers, hot dogs, salad, chips, cookies, cupcakes, soda, and mac and cheese.

I love going to DeMolay events. As the Sweetheart of Kempsville Chapter, granddaughter of the Executive Officer, and my brother being in Kempsville Chapter I go to a lot of their events. At a young age, I would get dragged around to DeMolay events so my brother could start seeing what DeMolay really is. Since I have been going to events for a really long time I have become close with people in DeMolay. I went to this event to support my DeMolay brothers and because I was excited to go see everyone. (by Macie R)

On June 29, 2025 a new chapter for Virginia IORG began with the installation of Grand Officers, Grand Representatives of Virginia, Board and Committee members in Harrisonburg, VA as we begin our “Choose Your Destiny with Virginia Rainbow” Grand Term. Led by Grand Worthy Advisor Emily C., and joined by newly installed Supreme Deputy in Virginia (Executive Officer) Mom Erin Pendleton, the “Choose Your Destiny” year kicked off with a ‘Brave’ inspired theme. Telling the young ladies that “It’s not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves” (William Shakespeare), GWA Emily revealed that her mascot would be the Black Bear, her term Charity would be dedicated to the Gary Sinise Foundation, and her service project would focus on both a fall and spring month of service to our Masonic Lodges. GWA Emily even obtained some added assistance from past Supreme Deputy Dad Joe Grist in ‘reaching new heights’! It is going to be another exciting year for the ladies of Virginia IORG!

Rainbow Girl Reports:

Sam F (Norfolk Assembly No. 15)

I had the honor of attending 2025’s Grand Assembly: Leading Ladies Lighting The Way. The
event took place from June 27th to June 29th and wrapped up Grand Worthy Advisor Elise’s
term. She had an amazing term and managed to raise over $18,000 for charities. There were
many girls in attendance, even some from out of state. It was a tearful goodbye to an amazing
GWA but we can’t wait to start a new chapter for VA Rainbow!

One of the most notable events was the Grand Officer Installation, where Grand Worthy Advisor
Emily was appointed to serve the ensuing term. Her new Grand Line, including Becca and
Alaina from our assembly, were installed and it is definitely going to be a wonderful term. Emily’s
theme is inspired by the movie Brave: Choose Your Own Destiny. In addition, our new Supreme
Deputy, Erin Pendleton, was installed and we are thrilled to begin working with her. GWA Emily
and our new Supreme Deputy are going to have a great term! Let’s reach new heights together!