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Holly Springs Masonic Lodge 250th Cookout Celebration
Date and Time
June 27, 2026, Sat., noon-2pm
Venue
Holly Springs Masonic Lodge 115
Location
Holly Springs
Address
224 Raleigh St., Holly Springs, NC 27540
(245.7 mi)
Price
Free
Description
The Holly Springs Masonic Lodge invites the community to join our 250th anniversary cookout celebration. This event commemorates two and a half centuries of local fellowship and dedicated service to the Holly Springs area through a classic outdoor gathering.
Attendees can look forward to a traditional cookout experience featuring freshly prepared food and a social atmosphere. This milestone celebration serves as an opportunity to engage with lodge members, learn about our long-standing local history, and enjoy a meal with neighbors in a relaxed setting. We are proud to honor our legacy and celebrate this significant chapter in our organizational history with everyone who has supported us throughout the years.
This event is open to the public and serves as a welcoming environment for families, local residents, and friends of the lodge. No advance signup or registration is required to attend. Service is provided on a first come first served basis, so please arrive early to ensure you get a plate. We look forward to celebrating this historic anniversary with our community members and sharing in the spirit of togetherness that has defined our lodge for two hundred and fifty years.
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