Brothers of Dover Lodge, we have a once-in-a-year opportunity! As you most likely recall from our last meeting, Dover Lodge has been accepted as part of the City of Westlake’s 4th of July parade and the Grand Lodge has given us dispensation to walk and display our regalia. This is a tremendous opportunity for visibility in the community – won’t you join us? Officers will be in their tuxedos, aprons and jewels and we will be handing out candy and American flags to the crowd. For those who cannot walk the route, we will also have a Jeep in the parade with the top and doors removed for maximum sunshine! Come walk or ride with us, and let’s show the Westlake community at-large how Dover Lodge and Freemasonry are thriving.

The parade begins on Sunday July 4th at 1:00pm. Planning to be a part of it? Here are the logistics:

• Parade Walkers – meet in the parking lot of Westlake Christian Church at 12:00 noon.
• Parade Riders – meet in the parking lot of Westlake High School at 12:00 noon – silver jeep with American and Masonic flags flying.
• Officers – please be in tuxedos. We will bring the aprons and jewels.
• Non-officer Brethren – please dress in suits or jackets/ties if possible. White aprons or your own aprons worn.

Hope to see you there!!!

FAQs:

Can I wear my Past Master’s Apron?

Not only have we been given dispensation to wear our full regalia, we would be honored if our Past Masters would wear the apron they so richly deserve. Please do!

Who is bringing the candy and the flags to distribute?

Several Brethren of Dover Lodge have donated their own funds to cover the expense. Simply come and be a part of it!

What is the parade route? How long is the walk?

The parade runs its traditional route down Hilliard Boulevard. The walking portion of the parade is 1 mile, from Westlake Christian Church to Clague Park.

Can I bring my family to be a part of the parade?

We hope you do! Spouses, children, parents – any significant other is welcomed to take part!

What’s in store from a weather perspective?

As of this posting, Sunday July 4th is predicted to be sunny with 0% chance of rain. It’ll be warm for tuxedos, but we want to look our best! We’ll also have bottled water with us – plenty to keep cool.