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!