Having shared the experience of his own Masonic Ladies Festival in 2006, Garry knows exactly what is required when you book a professional toastmaster to run the function. Each lodge regularly raises money for charity and masons look forward to these types of event, especially when they are overseen by a master of ceremonies. You can expect him to:
- Introduce guests to the President or Worshipful Master & his Lady.
- Liaise with venue staff on timings
- Calling guests to dinner
- Announce the entrance of The President & his Lady
- Announce Grace by Lodge Chaplain
- Announce ‘taking of wine’ between courses
- Organise and run ‘table games’ during dinner if required
- Announce The Loyal Toast
- Announce Speeches
- Liaise with the table Stewards for Ladies gifts
- Sing the Ladies song if necessary
- Announce chosen Charity for proceeds of raffle
- Assist Worshipful Master or President in drawing raffle
“A Ladies Festival is often the highlight of a Masters’ year and I aim to make it fabulous and one that your guests will remember for a very long time”