Select Page

Celebrating Our Leader

A Testimonial Celebration Luncheon honoring Most Worshipful Gregory R. Smith Jr., the 59th Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of the State of New York, will be held on Saturday, April 15th, 2023 from 11:30am to 4pm at the VIP COUNTRY CLUB, 600 Davenport Ave, New Rochelle, NY.

With great pleasure, the GRSJr Testimonial Committee cordially and fraternally invites you to join us as we host a “Testimonial Celebration.” This celebration will honor Most Worshipful Gregory Robeson Smith, Jr., Grand Master of The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of the State of New York. This luncheon will be held on Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 11:30am to 4:00pm, at the breathtaking  VIP Country Club located at 600 Davenport Ave, New Rochelle, NY.

Brothers and Sisters, please come attired in your “Sunday Best”! Your presence will help to make this a memorable event, as it is a perfect opportunity to show your love, support, and appreciation for our esteemed honoree. 

Tickets are $150 until
March 25th, 2023;

March 26 – April 8th,
tickets are $165.

Deadline for tickets April 8th, 2023

Journal Ads:

GOLD PAGE=$150
FULL PAGE=$100
HALF PAGE=$60.

Deadline for Ads is April 1st, 2023

We’re Creating a Video Montage (or “Tribute”)

for our 59th Grand Master, Most Worshipful Gregory Robeson Smith, Jr.

It will only take you a minute to film and submit your video.
It will make for an unforgettable gift that shares our collective love and appreciation.

SPECIAL OFFER!

You will receive instructions via email on how to upload your Testimonial video after you purchase your video submission or journal ad combo.
Get your Testimonial Video Submission automatically for FREE with purchase of a Gold Page Journal Ad! ($60 Value)
Purchase a Full page or Half Page ad and get your Testimonial Video submission for only $20 more!

You will receive instructions via email on how to upload your Testimonial video after you purchase your video submission or journal ad combo.

How to Pay for Your Purchase by Check or Money Order:

If you would like to pay for your ticket and journal ad order using a check, please follow these simple instructions:

  •  Add your items to your order and go to the checkout page of the site.
  • On the checkout page, use the coupon code “CHECK”.
  • After applying this code, your order should now total “$0”
  • Complete your order and check your email for your receipt.
  • Print a copy of your receipt and mail it with your check to “GRSJr Testimonial, 454 W 155th Street, New York, NY 10032.
  • Include your receipt number in the memo line of your check or money order
  • If you purchased a journal ad, click HERE for instructions on how to upload your ad.
  • We must receive your payment and your payment must clear in our bank account before you are able to use any tickets purchased or have any journal ads added to the Event Journal.  Please adhere to all deadlines.

Event Details

A Testimonial Luncheon Honoring

Most Worshipful Gregory Robeson Smith Jr., Grand Master

A Testimonial Celebration Luncheon honoring Most Worshipful Gregory R. Smith Jr., the 59th Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of the State of New York, will be held on Saturday, April 15th, 2023 from 11:30am to 4pm at the VIP COUNTRY CLUB, 600 Davenport Ave, New Rochelle, NY.

Tickets are $150 until March 25, after $165.
Journal Ad: GOLD PAGE $150, FULL PAGE $100 HALF PAGE $60.
Deadline for tickets April 8th, Deadline for ads April 1st.

All checks should be made out to the Universal Square Club, mailed to Most Worshipful Prince Hall Masonic Temple, c/o MWGM TESTIMONIAL, 454 West 155th St, New York, NY

(In the memo of your check or money order write LUNCHEON TESTIMONIAL)

Event Menu

Herb Crusted Loin of Pork Sliced presented with Apple Ginger Compote
————————
Our Signature Paella de la Valancia – a Medley of Saffron Rice, Chorizo Sausage, Mussels, Clams and Organic Chicken Oven Baked with Fresh Peas, Carrots and Broccoli Florets
————————
Stuffed Sole with a baby spinach saute, Lemon Sauce
————————
Marinated, Grilled and Sliced Angus Beef Tenders Sauteed with Bell Peppers, Maui Onions
————————
The Classic Penne a la Vodka

Committee Members:

WM Nathaniel Higgins Co-Chairman
RW Gary T. Davis Co-Chairman
PGWM Lisa Horton
PM Lisa Gibson
PM Mindy White
PM Raqueil Shelton
RW Larry Clark
RW Treymaine Bunche
RW Rodney M. Chadwick Sr.
RW Mitch Eleam